We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Architect (Senior Manager) to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. Enterprise Technology Platforms The enterprise technology platforms include the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform, Power Platform & Automation and Microsoft 365 platforms. The purpose of these platforms is to define, design and deliver the architecture, roadmaps and customer solutions aligned to the business goals, technology strategy and enterprise architecture. These must meet the business, security and operational needs of the firm over a multi-year time horizon, whilst ensuring value for money. What you will do Reporting to the Cloud Platform Architect, this role will be responsible for the design of Cloud and infrastructure services and processes that make up the Cloud & Infrastructure Platform that support the A&O Shearman business, globally. These services and process include the cloud services, networks, software and other resources required to deliver the Platform The role translates business requirements into technical and process designs and guides engineering teams through delivery, ensuring the A&OS Cloud and Infrastructure Platform meets the current and future needs of the global business, is secure, operationally excellent and is cost efficient Defines, designs and delivers the network and infrastructure architecture for all Cloud, WAN and LAN requirements including all end user compute requirements The role works with global IT leadership to translate business goals into technology and process designs to support the delivery of the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform Roadmap The role works with project delivery leadership to support business projects which require Cloud and Infrastructure Platform services Accountable for all aspects of the A&OS network architecture and engineering, including delivery of functional and non-functional requirements, meeting operational and project cost constraints. Accountable for ensuring the future network architecture meets the A&OS business needs. This includes ownership of network designs for all projects, growth and changing requirements. Accountable for delivering the architecture, designs and engineering for multiple, complex projects from across the business as well as the core Cloud Platform Roadmap, often concurrently. These will come from a variety of stakeholders and locations across the globe Able to effectively manage the workload for network architecture, design and engineering from across multiple complex projects and the core Cloud Platform Roadmap concurrently, to ensure successful delivery to business expectations and timelines Support the Cloud Platform Architect to: Ensure the multi-year Cloud & Infrastructure Platform Roadmap is continuously maintained, aligned to the business goals and strategy, delivering security, operational excellence and cost efficiency Ensure the multi-year Cloud & Infrastructure Platform Roadmap is delivered. Lead architecture and engineering resources to deliver designs and change, while ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, best practice, risk management, guardrails and compliance across engineering teams. These resources will be a mix of internal and external resources Deliver designs for the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform and other business projects using blueprints, technical specifications, and standards Support the development of business cases for new initiatives which require the Cloud and infrastructure Platform services and processes Engage and contract with external suppliers, with commercial acumen Ensure the successful delivery of the critical services that other technology Platforms, business and customer projects will need to consume from the Cloud & Infrastructure Platform. This will include: Providing timeline, skills and effort estimates to projects for solution design and delivery Forecasting capacity requirements and ensuring these are ready when required Forecasting future demand for services and processes to ensure innovative solutions are available to support these when required What you will have Must have relevant technical architecture qualifications and certifications for at least one of the major Cloud providers, preferably Microsoft Azure Deep expertise of at least one Cloud provider, preferably Microsoft Azure and associated network services Experience in technology architecture, engineering and networking using a range of technology tools to perform these roles Deep understanding and experience of Cloud Computing, Network design and protocols, Storage, Infrastructure as Code, Containerization and Information Security Ability to solve complex business and technology problems in demanding timescales Ability to understand and translate business goals and strategy into technology designs Ability to innovate and drive adoption of new technologies to ensure the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform is continuously ready to meet new business demands Strong understanding and experience of using architectural governance frameworks, best practices, compliance and risk management Must have operated architectural governance processes and logistics, including design authorities and design review Good understanding and experience of the project delivery lifecycle, from concept to delivery, delivery methodologies and finance Good understanding and experience of the operational lifecycle, from go-live to decommissioning and what is required to maintain an industry leading operational environment Ability to select and work with vendors to deliver business outcomes on time, budget and scope Ability to influence stakeholders including IT leadership and peers across the global IT organization Excellent communication and presentation skills What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Architect (Senior Manager) to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. Enterprise Technology Platforms The enterprise technology platforms include the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform, Power Platform & Automation and Microsoft 365 platforms. The purpose of these platforms is to define, design and deliver the architecture, roadmaps and customer solutions aligned to the business goals, technology strategy and enterprise architecture. These must meet the business, security and operational needs of the firm over a multi-year time horizon, whilst ensuring value for money. What you will do Reporting to the Cloud Platform Architect, this role will be responsible for the design of Cloud and infrastructure services and processes that make up the Cloud & Infrastructure Platform that support the A&O Shearman business, globally. These services and process include the cloud services, networks, software and other resources required to deliver the Platform The role translates business requirements into technical and process designs and guides engineering teams through delivery, ensuring the A&OS Cloud and Infrastructure Platform meets the current and future needs of the global business, is secure, operationally excellent and is cost efficient Defines, designs and delivers the network and infrastructure architecture for all Cloud, WAN and LAN requirements including all end user compute requirements The role works with global IT leadership to translate business goals into technology and process designs to support the delivery of the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform Roadmap The role works with project delivery leadership to support business projects which require Cloud and Infrastructure Platform services Accountable for all aspects of the A&OS network architecture and engineering, including delivery of functional and non-functional requirements, meeting operational and project cost constraints. Accountable for ensuring the future network architecture meets the A&OS business needs. This includes ownership of network designs for all projects, growth and changing requirements. Accountable for delivering the architecture, designs and engineering for multiple, complex projects from across the business as well as the core Cloud Platform Roadmap, often concurrently. These will come from a variety of stakeholders and locations across the globe Able to effectively manage the workload for network architecture, design and engineering from across multiple complex projects and the core Cloud Platform Roadmap concurrently, to ensure successful delivery to business expectations and timelines Support the Cloud Platform Architect to: Ensure the multi-year Cloud & Infrastructure Platform Roadmap is continuously maintained, aligned to the business goals and strategy, delivering security, operational excellence and cost efficiency Ensure the multi-year Cloud & Infrastructure Platform Roadmap is delivered. Lead architecture and engineering resources to deliver designs and change, while ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, best practice, risk management, guardrails and compliance across engineering teams. These resources will be a mix of internal and external resources Deliver designs for the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform and other business projects using blueprints, technical specifications, and standards Support the development of business cases for new initiatives which require the Cloud and infrastructure Platform services and processes Engage and contract with external suppliers, with commercial acumen Ensure the successful delivery of the critical services that other technology Platforms, business and customer projects will need to consume from the Cloud & Infrastructure Platform. This will include: Providing timeline, skills and effort estimates to projects for solution design and delivery Forecasting capacity requirements and ensuring these are ready when required Forecasting future demand for services and processes to ensure innovative solutions are available to support these when required What you will have Must have relevant technical architecture qualifications and certifications for at least one of the major Cloud providers, preferably Microsoft Azure Deep expertise of at least one Cloud provider, preferably Microsoft Azure and associated network services Experience in technology architecture, engineering and networking using a range of technology tools to perform these roles Deep understanding and experience of Cloud Computing, Network design and protocols, Storage, Infrastructure as Code, Containerization and Information Security Ability to solve complex business and technology problems in demanding timescales Ability to understand and translate business goals and strategy into technology designs Ability to innovate and drive adoption of new technologies to ensure the Cloud and Infrastructure Platform is continuously ready to meet new business demands Strong understanding and experience of using architectural governance frameworks, best practices, compliance and risk management Must have operated architectural governance processes and logistics, including design authorities and design review Good understanding and experience of the project delivery lifecycle, from concept to delivery, delivery methodologies and finance Good understanding and experience of the operational lifecycle, from go-live to decommissioning and what is required to maintain an industry leading operational environment Ability to select and work with vendors to deliver business outcomes on time, budget and scope Ability to influence stakeholders including IT leadership and peers across the global IT organization Excellent communication and presentation skills What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Senior Facilities Manager Location: Wembley, North West London Salary: 65,000 - 70,000 depending on experience Job Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Facilities Manager to lead the operational delivery of Facilities Management services across a diverse multi-site commercial estate portfolio. This is a senior leadership position responsible for ensuring the effective management of Hard and Soft FM services, contractor performance, compliance, estate standards and operational excellence across multiple sites. Working closely with the Head of Service, you will provide operational leadership across the wider FM function, overseeing facilities operations, project coordination, contractor management and shared service resources. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a fast-paced commercial landlord environment, driving continuous improvement while ensuring safe, compliant and efficient estate operations. Key Responsibilities Lead the operational delivery of Hard and Soft FM services across a multi-site commercial estate portfolio, ensuring high standards of service, safety and performance. Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring operational continuity and effective resolution of service issues across all sites. Manage FM contractors and in-house teams, monitoring performance against KPIs, SLAs and service standards while driving continuous improvement. Take ownership of health, safety and compliance across the estate, including RAMS, permits to work, audits and corrective actions. Coordinate operational activity across live environments, working closely with the Projects Manager to manage refurbishments, capital works and infrastructure projects with minimal disruption. Control operational expenditure and support effective budget management across FM services and contractor spend. Drive service improvements, identifying risks, inefficiencies and opportunities to enhance estate operations. Build strong relationships with occupiers, contractors and stakeholders to support effective communication and service delivery across the estate. Key Requirements: Proven experience managing multi-site Facilities Management operations within commercial property, estate management or landlord environments. Strong leadership experience across both Hard and Soft FM services. Demonstrable experience managing FM teams, contractors and outsourced service providers. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, compliance management and contractor control processes. Experience coordinating Facilities Management operations alongside refurbishment, infrastructure, lifecycle or capital projects. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience managing operational budgets, contractor expenditure and service performance. Ability to operate effectively within fast-paced environments with multiple competing priorities. Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: IOSH or NEBOSH qualification. IWFM qualification or equivalent professional experience. Experience using CAFM systems. Experience implementing operational improvement and service transformation initiatives. What's on Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to lead Facilities Management operations across a diverse commercial estate portfolio. High-profile role with significant operational responsibility and autonomy. Exposure to major refurbishment, infrastructure and capital works programmes. Career progression opportunities within a growing and dynamic property environment. Collaborative and supportive leadership team. The opportunity to drive operational excellence and make a tangible impact across a large-scale commercial estate.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Facilities Manager Location: Wembley, North West London Salary: 65,000 - 70,000 depending on experience Job Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Facilities Manager to lead the operational delivery of Facilities Management services across a diverse multi-site commercial estate portfolio. This is a senior leadership position responsible for ensuring the effective management of Hard and Soft FM services, contractor performance, compliance, estate standards and operational excellence across multiple sites. Working closely with the Head of Service, you will provide operational leadership across the wider FM function, overseeing facilities operations, project coordination, contractor management and shared service resources. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a fast-paced commercial landlord environment, driving continuous improvement while ensuring safe, compliant and efficient estate operations. Key Responsibilities Lead the operational delivery of Hard and Soft FM services across a multi-site commercial estate portfolio, ensuring high standards of service, safety and performance. Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring operational continuity and effective resolution of service issues across all sites. Manage FM contractors and in-house teams, monitoring performance against KPIs, SLAs and service standards while driving continuous improvement. Take ownership of health, safety and compliance across the estate, including RAMS, permits to work, audits and corrective actions. Coordinate operational activity across live environments, working closely with the Projects Manager to manage refurbishments, capital works and infrastructure projects with minimal disruption. Control operational expenditure and support effective budget management across FM services and contractor spend. Drive service improvements, identifying risks, inefficiencies and opportunities to enhance estate operations. Build strong relationships with occupiers, contractors and stakeholders to support effective communication and service delivery across the estate. Key Requirements: Proven experience managing multi-site Facilities Management operations within commercial property, estate management or landlord environments. Strong leadership experience across both Hard and Soft FM services. Demonstrable experience managing FM teams, contractors and outsourced service providers. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, compliance management and contractor control processes. Experience coordinating Facilities Management operations alongside refurbishment, infrastructure, lifecycle or capital projects. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience managing operational budgets, contractor expenditure and service performance. Ability to operate effectively within fast-paced environments with multiple competing priorities. Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: IOSH or NEBOSH qualification. IWFM qualification or equivalent professional experience. Experience using CAFM systems. Experience implementing operational improvement and service transformation initiatives. What's on Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to lead Facilities Management operations across a diverse commercial estate portfolio. High-profile role with significant operational responsibility and autonomy. Exposure to major refurbishment, infrastructure and capital works programmes. Career progression opportunities within a growing and dynamic property environment. Collaborative and supportive leadership team. The opportunity to drive operational excellence and make a tangible impact across a large-scale commercial estate.
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Maternity Cover - up to 12 months We have an exciting phase of growth ahead, and we're looking for a bold, entrepreneurial senior leader to join us on a maternity cover contract for up to 12 months. This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior role with real influence-leading across a diverse portfolio of catering contracts while helping shape the future of a fast-growing organisation click apply for full job details
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Maternity Cover - up to 12 months We have an exciting phase of growth ahead, and we're looking for a bold, entrepreneurial senior leader to join us on a maternity cover contract for up to 12 months. This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior role with real influence-leading across a diverse portfolio of catering contracts while helping shape the future of a fast-growing organisation click apply for full job details
Contract Opportunity - Program Manager Location: Fareham, Hampshire PAYE Only: Daily Rate DOE About Our Client Our client operates an established aerospace manufacturing business in Fareham, Hampshire and is a recognised global leader in aerospace fuel systems. Our client is a premier supplier of fully integrated fuel systems for both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. The location is supported by extensive fuel and air system test facilities, enabling comprehensive validation across a broad range of operating conditions and fuel types. The Role Our client's Aerospace division within Fuel and Motion Control Systems is seeking an experienced Lead Customer Program Manager on a contract basis. The role is responsible for leading site or business unit program management activities and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). The focus is on delivering high levels of customer satisfaction, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring full lifecycle financial performance. This includes ownership of customer programs, contracts, and commercial relationships. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary customer interface for the program, site, or business unit Improve organisational responsiveness to customer requirements Communicate and manage customer expectations and contractual commitments internally Own Profit and Loss responsibility for New Product Development programs and projects Ensure delivery against technical, schedule, cost, and quality commitments Lead Integrated Product Teams and champion best-practice program management processes Drive issue resolution through collaborative team engagement and coaching Provide leadership in a matrix environment across assigned project teams Coordinate program reviews and publish program metrics and performance reports Track earned value, quality, technical performance, and delivery across all PROLaunch phases Integrate and manage program risks, requirements, and interdependencies Manage customer contracts, pricing, terms and conditions, and contractual flow-down Develop and negotiate pricing and contract strategies Ensure robust change management processes are applied Provide regular program updates on milestones, risks, and high-impact issues Support the development of new business proposals and execution of overall program plans Qualifications Essential Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum of 5 years' experience in Aerospace Program Management, Engineering, Customer Service, or Operations Preferred Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Aerospace), IT, Business, or Management MBA with engineering experience Skills and Experience Strong grounding in project management methodologies, tools, and processes Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership and customers Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness Proven knowledge of the aerospace industry Leadership capability within Integrated Product Teams Experience managing programs involving complex systems or subsystems Experience with moderate to high customer risk and Non-Recurring Engineering budgets Experience delivering incremental revenue growth programs Ability to operate effectively in diverse, global, and multicultural environments Experience influencing senior leadership and providing actionable recommendations Strong background in aerospace NPI programs Additional Information Candidates must be legally authorised to work in the United Kingdom without current or future sponsorship The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR-controlled technology, goods, and information. As a condition of engagement, additional screening may be required as part of the onboarding process
Jun 30, 2026
Contractor
Contract Opportunity - Program Manager Location: Fareham, Hampshire PAYE Only: Daily Rate DOE About Our Client Our client operates an established aerospace manufacturing business in Fareham, Hampshire and is a recognised global leader in aerospace fuel systems. Our client is a premier supplier of fully integrated fuel systems for both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. The location is supported by extensive fuel and air system test facilities, enabling comprehensive validation across a broad range of operating conditions and fuel types. The Role Our client's Aerospace division within Fuel and Motion Control Systems is seeking an experienced Lead Customer Program Manager on a contract basis. The role is responsible for leading site or business unit program management activities and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). The focus is on delivering high levels of customer satisfaction, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring full lifecycle financial performance. This includes ownership of customer programs, contracts, and commercial relationships. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary customer interface for the program, site, or business unit Improve organisational responsiveness to customer requirements Communicate and manage customer expectations and contractual commitments internally Own Profit and Loss responsibility for New Product Development programs and projects Ensure delivery against technical, schedule, cost, and quality commitments Lead Integrated Product Teams and champion best-practice program management processes Drive issue resolution through collaborative team engagement and coaching Provide leadership in a matrix environment across assigned project teams Coordinate program reviews and publish program metrics and performance reports Track earned value, quality, technical performance, and delivery across all PROLaunch phases Integrate and manage program risks, requirements, and interdependencies Manage customer contracts, pricing, terms and conditions, and contractual flow-down Develop and negotiate pricing and contract strategies Ensure robust change management processes are applied Provide regular program updates on milestones, risks, and high-impact issues Support the development of new business proposals and execution of overall program plans Qualifications Essential Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum of 5 years' experience in Aerospace Program Management, Engineering, Customer Service, or Operations Preferred Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Aerospace), IT, Business, or Management MBA with engineering experience Skills and Experience Strong grounding in project management methodologies, tools, and processes Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership and customers Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness Proven knowledge of the aerospace industry Leadership capability within Integrated Product Teams Experience managing programs involving complex systems or subsystems Experience with moderate to high customer risk and Non-Recurring Engineering budgets Experience delivering incremental revenue growth programs Ability to operate effectively in diverse, global, and multicultural environments Experience influencing senior leadership and providing actionable recommendations Strong background in aerospace NPI programs Additional Information Candidates must be legally authorised to work in the United Kingdom without current or future sponsorship The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR-controlled technology, goods, and information. As a condition of engagement, additional screening may be required as part of the onboarding process
Commercial Manager - Facilities Management (Public Sector) Location: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Salary: Up to 65,000 + car/allowance + benefits The Role We are seeking a commercially driven Commercial Manager to lead the financial and contractual performance of a high-profile public sector Facilities Management contract. Acting as the key commercial point of contact for the client, you will take ownership of contract variations, pricing, negotiations and dispute resolution, ensuring value is protected and performance is continuously enhanced. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contract with strong progression opportunities, where you will play a key role in driving margin improvement, managing risk and supporting long-term commercial success. Key Responsibilities Lead contract variations from identification and pricing through to agreement and recovery Act as the primary commercial interface with the client on contractual matters and dispute resolution Drive margin improvement, cost control and overall commercial performance Manage commercial risk, governance, compliance and contractual obligations across the lifecycle Translate commercial strategy into practical operational delivery Oversee work in progress (WIP), forecasting and financial performance alongside Finance teams Provide commercial support to operational teams, including cost recovery and pricing guidance Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders across operations, finance and supply chain What We Are Looking For Strong commercial management experience within Facilities Management (hard and soft services) Knowledge of Government and public sector contracts, including CCS and NEC frameworks Proven ability to manage margin, cost control and commercial risk Experience with contract variations, pricing models and performance mechanisms Strong negotiation, stakeholder management and client-facing skills Analytical mindset with the ability to influence at senior level Why Join Clear progression opportunities within a leading Facilities Management provider Exposure to a high-profile Government contract (FCDO) Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional support Competitive salary with car or allowance and benefits package RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Commercial Manager - Facilities Management (Public Sector) Location: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Salary: Up to 65,000 + car/allowance + benefits The Role We are seeking a commercially driven Commercial Manager to lead the financial and contractual performance of a high-profile public sector Facilities Management contract. Acting as the key commercial point of contact for the client, you will take ownership of contract variations, pricing, negotiations and dispute resolution, ensuring value is protected and performance is continuously enhanced. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contract with strong progression opportunities, where you will play a key role in driving margin improvement, managing risk and supporting long-term commercial success. Key Responsibilities Lead contract variations from identification and pricing through to agreement and recovery Act as the primary commercial interface with the client on contractual matters and dispute resolution Drive margin improvement, cost control and overall commercial performance Manage commercial risk, governance, compliance and contractual obligations across the lifecycle Translate commercial strategy into practical operational delivery Oversee work in progress (WIP), forecasting and financial performance alongside Finance teams Provide commercial support to operational teams, including cost recovery and pricing guidance Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders across operations, finance and supply chain What We Are Looking For Strong commercial management experience within Facilities Management (hard and soft services) Knowledge of Government and public sector contracts, including CCS and NEC frameworks Proven ability to manage margin, cost control and commercial risk Experience with contract variations, pricing models and performance mechanisms Strong negotiation, stakeholder management and client-facing skills Analytical mindset with the ability to influence at senior level Why Join Clear progression opportunities within a leading Facilities Management provider Exposure to a high-profile Government contract (FCDO) Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional support Competitive salary with car or allowance and benefits package RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Role: SCIDA - Specialist Services (Active DV required) Type: Contract for 12 months Location: Hemel Hempstead (some UK wide travel) Job Description: SCIDA - You will be responsible for ALL SCIDA activities of a large complex highly secure Managed Service; you are to strictly adhere to ALL platform and building SYOPS's, processes, procedures and local work instructions (inc any BT/Customer requested sub activities) as authorised and directed by the OSM (detail cannot be disclosed on this medium). As the SCIDA you are to assist in attaining and maintaining the strictest government/MoD security assurance and accreditation of the Managed Service. You are to create and maintain brilliant collaborative relationships across the Managed Service to include immediate and Matrix'd teams from across different Line of Business (LoBs), 3rd Party Suppliers, 3rd Party contractors, customer authority and multiple user authorities as defined in the Security Aspects Letter (SAL) and contract. You are to work at multiple (undisclosed on this medium) strategic customer/user Network Operations Centre (NOC) locations as directed. You are to support, help coach, mentor and support other members of the team; providing feedback where appropriate within the team to ensure that everyone is inclusive within the team and that there is a 'One Team approach'. The OSM is to set ambitious objectives and goals to build knowledge and experience, deliver and maintain a brilliant customer experience. Doing - To manage, grow and maintain SCIDA activities within the Managed Service. Be technically current and competent in a wide range of technologies to be able to either design & develop and deliver SCIDA interventions, using the latest SCIDA Strategies in line with the Customer Frameworks. Where appropriate, manage, plan, and administrate complex SCIDA activities and strategies. You must have the ability to lead, create/develop strategy & policy and manage the ILS activities within the managed Service. You are to have strong collaborative leadership skills to create, develop and maintain Defence Managed Services; you need to be agile in approach in maintaining strong strategy, objectives and goals in regards to the operational service life cycle of large complex highly secure technologies, locations, platforms and solutions using the ITIL service operations model and skillsets in support of your senior manager. You are to use your operational and SCIDA experience and technical expertise to create and deliver a brilliant customer experience understanding the customer's needs and expectations. You are to support your senior manager to create a brilliant employee experience using team/customer data analytics. You are to champion change and support your senior manager to overcome obstacles in delivering effective outcomes that are in line with customer expectations, and you are to communicate BT's business strategy and policy in a clear concise manner. You are to champion and aid cost reduction within your area of responsibility as cascaded by your line of business as part of BT's overall cost reduction strategy. Experience Experience of implementing and running highly complex secure IT platform strategies and solutions across multiple sensitive platforms - MANDATORY Experience of SCIDA and TEMPEST Methodologies - MANDATORY Detailed planning and costing for large highly secure operational estate - MANDATORY Working across several high-profile stakeholders - MANDATORY Management of BT Security Policy, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY Management of MoD/HM Government Security Policies, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY To be technologically current and competent, gaining and maintaining the highest security compliances and accreditations for secure, bespoke managed services - MANDATORY Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 30, 2026
Contractor
Role: SCIDA - Specialist Services (Active DV required) Type: Contract for 12 months Location: Hemel Hempstead (some UK wide travel) Job Description: SCIDA - You will be responsible for ALL SCIDA activities of a large complex highly secure Managed Service; you are to strictly adhere to ALL platform and building SYOPS's, processes, procedures and local work instructions (inc any BT/Customer requested sub activities) as authorised and directed by the OSM (detail cannot be disclosed on this medium). As the SCIDA you are to assist in attaining and maintaining the strictest government/MoD security assurance and accreditation of the Managed Service. You are to create and maintain brilliant collaborative relationships across the Managed Service to include immediate and Matrix'd teams from across different Line of Business (LoBs), 3rd Party Suppliers, 3rd Party contractors, customer authority and multiple user authorities as defined in the Security Aspects Letter (SAL) and contract. You are to work at multiple (undisclosed on this medium) strategic customer/user Network Operations Centre (NOC) locations as directed. You are to support, help coach, mentor and support other members of the team; providing feedback where appropriate within the team to ensure that everyone is inclusive within the team and that there is a 'One Team approach'. The OSM is to set ambitious objectives and goals to build knowledge and experience, deliver and maintain a brilliant customer experience. Doing - To manage, grow and maintain SCIDA activities within the Managed Service. Be technically current and competent in a wide range of technologies to be able to either design & develop and deliver SCIDA interventions, using the latest SCIDA Strategies in line with the Customer Frameworks. Where appropriate, manage, plan, and administrate complex SCIDA activities and strategies. You must have the ability to lead, create/develop strategy & policy and manage the ILS activities within the managed Service. You are to have strong collaborative leadership skills to create, develop and maintain Defence Managed Services; you need to be agile in approach in maintaining strong strategy, objectives and goals in regards to the operational service life cycle of large complex highly secure technologies, locations, platforms and solutions using the ITIL service operations model and skillsets in support of your senior manager. You are to use your operational and SCIDA experience and technical expertise to create and deliver a brilliant customer experience understanding the customer's needs and expectations. You are to support your senior manager to create a brilliant employee experience using team/customer data analytics. You are to champion change and support your senior manager to overcome obstacles in delivering effective outcomes that are in line with customer expectations, and you are to communicate BT's business strategy and policy in a clear concise manner. You are to champion and aid cost reduction within your area of responsibility as cascaded by your line of business as part of BT's overall cost reduction strategy. Experience Experience of implementing and running highly complex secure IT platform strategies and solutions across multiple sensitive platforms - MANDATORY Experience of SCIDA and TEMPEST Methodologies - MANDATORY Detailed planning and costing for large highly secure operational estate - MANDATORY Working across several high-profile stakeholders - MANDATORY Management of BT Security Policy, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY Management of MoD/HM Government Security Policies, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY To be technologically current and competent, gaining and maintaining the highest security compliances and accreditations for secure, bespoke managed services - MANDATORY Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Operations Director - Car Parking and Events Services Competitive salary to £90K 25 days annual leave Private Medical Insurance (following qualifying period) Flexible working environment Performance-related bonus scheme Opportunity to play a key role in a growing and ambitious business Purpose of the Role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Operations Director will lead the operational delivery of our client's services, ensuring exceptional standards, commercial performance, and customer satisfaction across all contracts. This is a senior leadership role requiring a commercially minded and operationally driven individual who can lead high-performing teams, build strong client relationships, and drive continuous improvement across the business. Working closely with the executive leadership team and Board, you will contribute to strategic growth while ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance. The role is primarily based at Head Office with regular travel across the UK and occasional international travel. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead the operational strategy and departmental business plans. Support the delivery of company objectives and long-term growth plans. Develop, mentor and inspire operational leadership teams. Promote a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Operational Management Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality services across all contracts. Drive operational efficiency, productivity and service excellence. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners and key stakeholders. Lead operational projects and business improvement initiatives. Commercial & Financial Performance Manage operational budgets and deliver strong financial performance. Identify opportunities for growth, contract expansion and improved profitability. Support tender submissions, contract renewals and client retention strategies. Risk, Compliance & Governance Champion a positive health, safety and compliance culture. Ensure all operations comply with legislative, regulatory and company standards. Oversee audits, risk management and continuous improvement programmes. Candidate Profile We are seeking an experienced senior operational leader with a proven track record of delivering service excellence within a multi-site, service-led environment. You will possess: Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role. Strong commercial acumen with budget and P&L responsibility. A track record of driving performance, efficiency and business growth. Exceptional people leadership and stakeholder management skills. The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Operations Director - Car Parking and Events Services Competitive salary to £90K 25 days annual leave Private Medical Insurance (following qualifying period) Flexible working environment Performance-related bonus scheme Opportunity to play a key role in a growing and ambitious business Purpose of the Role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Operations Director will lead the operational delivery of our client's services, ensuring exceptional standards, commercial performance, and customer satisfaction across all contracts. This is a senior leadership role requiring a commercially minded and operationally driven individual who can lead high-performing teams, build strong client relationships, and drive continuous improvement across the business. Working closely with the executive leadership team and Board, you will contribute to strategic growth while ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance. The role is primarily based at Head Office with regular travel across the UK and occasional international travel. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead the operational strategy and departmental business plans. Support the delivery of company objectives and long-term growth plans. Develop, mentor and inspire operational leadership teams. Promote a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Operational Management Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality services across all contracts. Drive operational efficiency, productivity and service excellence. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners and key stakeholders. Lead operational projects and business improvement initiatives. Commercial & Financial Performance Manage operational budgets and deliver strong financial performance. Identify opportunities for growth, contract expansion and improved profitability. Support tender submissions, contract renewals and client retention strategies. Risk, Compliance & Governance Champion a positive health, safety and compliance culture. Ensure all operations comply with legislative, regulatory and company standards. Oversee audits, risk management and continuous improvement programmes. Candidate Profile We are seeking an experienced senior operational leader with a proven track record of delivering service excellence within a multi-site, service-led environment. You will possess: Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role. Strong commercial acumen with budget and P&L responsibility. A track record of driving performance, efficiency and business growth. Exceptional people leadership and stakeholder management skills. The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills
Maintenance Manager Competitive Salary 3 - 6 month contract Wrexham Days Only (Mon-Fri) gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Maintenance Engineering Manager to work at their facility based near Wrexham Performance Objectives Maintenance Leadership & Strategy Lead the site maintenance function, providing hands-on and strategic leadership to maintenance engineers and technicians. Develop and implement a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and predictive maintenance strategy across all process areas. Own and manage maintenance KPIs (uptime, downtime, MTBF, MTTR, OEE support). Drive a proactive maintenance culture, reducing reactive breakdowns and unplanned stoppages. Plant & Equipment Coverage Maintain and support equipment across the full manufacturing lifecycle, including but not limited to: Wax Assembly & Injection Equipment Shell/Coating Lines and Drying Systems Shot blast, grinding, and finishing machinery CNC machining centres and ancillary equipment Compressed air, gas systems, extraction, and site utilities Safety, Compliance & Reliability Ensure all maintenance activities comply with H&S legislation, PUWER, LOLER, and site safety procedures. Actively support permit-to-work, isolation, and LOTO processes. Ensure maintenance practices align with aerospace and quality standards (AS9100 / ISO 9001). Support audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives relating to equipment safety and reliability. People Management & Development Lead, coach, and develop a multi-skilled maintenance team. Support training, skills development, and succession planning. Manage contractor activity safely and effectively. Support shift cover, call-out arrangements, and planned shutdowns. Continuous Improvement & Engineering Support Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and EHS teams to improve equipment capability. Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures. Identify opportunities for automation, refurbishment, and asset life extension. Support CAPEX projects, new equipment installation, commissioning, and handover. Health and Safety Ensure that you always adhere to safe working practices and wider Company Health and Safety policies Report any hazards, near misses or accidents immediately to the appropriate person in accordance with Company procedures. Person Specification Hands-on, pragmatic leader who can operate on the shopfloor. Strong safety-first mindset. Organised, structured, and data-driven. Calm under pressure with a proactive approach to problem solving. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3+ in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). IOSH / NEBOSH (desirable but not essential). Electrical qualifications (18th Edition or equivalent - desirable). Proven experience in a Maintenance Lead / Manager or Senior Maintenance Engineer role. Strong background in heavy manufacturing, foundry, machining, or aerospace environments. Experience supporting thermal processes, furnaces, and industrial plant. Strong electrical and/or mechanical engineering knowledge (ideally multi-skilled). Demonstrable experience implementing and managing PPM systems. Comfortable working in high-temperature, safety-critical environments. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience CNC machinery maintenance exposure. Experience improving OEE and reliability metrics. Familiarity with CMMS systems. Knowledge of AS9100 / aerospace manufacturing requirements. Experience supporting multi-site or group-level operations. Apply Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Closing Date: 01/07/2026 "By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy."
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Maintenance Manager Competitive Salary 3 - 6 month contract Wrexham Days Only (Mon-Fri) gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Maintenance Engineering Manager to work at their facility based near Wrexham Performance Objectives Maintenance Leadership & Strategy Lead the site maintenance function, providing hands-on and strategic leadership to maintenance engineers and technicians. Develop and implement a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and predictive maintenance strategy across all process areas. Own and manage maintenance KPIs (uptime, downtime, MTBF, MTTR, OEE support). Drive a proactive maintenance culture, reducing reactive breakdowns and unplanned stoppages. Plant & Equipment Coverage Maintain and support equipment across the full manufacturing lifecycle, including but not limited to: Wax Assembly & Injection Equipment Shell/Coating Lines and Drying Systems Shot blast, grinding, and finishing machinery CNC machining centres and ancillary equipment Compressed air, gas systems, extraction, and site utilities Safety, Compliance & Reliability Ensure all maintenance activities comply with H&S legislation, PUWER, LOLER, and site safety procedures. Actively support permit-to-work, isolation, and LOTO processes. Ensure maintenance practices align with aerospace and quality standards (AS9100 / ISO 9001). Support audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives relating to equipment safety and reliability. People Management & Development Lead, coach, and develop a multi-skilled maintenance team. Support training, skills development, and succession planning. Manage contractor activity safely and effectively. Support shift cover, call-out arrangements, and planned shutdowns. Continuous Improvement & Engineering Support Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and EHS teams to improve equipment capability. Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures. Identify opportunities for automation, refurbishment, and asset life extension. Support CAPEX projects, new equipment installation, commissioning, and handover. Health and Safety Ensure that you always adhere to safe working practices and wider Company Health and Safety policies Report any hazards, near misses or accidents immediately to the appropriate person in accordance with Company procedures. Person Specification Hands-on, pragmatic leader who can operate on the shopfloor. Strong safety-first mindset. Organised, structured, and data-driven. Calm under pressure with a proactive approach to problem solving. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3+ in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). IOSH / NEBOSH (desirable but not essential). Electrical qualifications (18th Edition or equivalent - desirable). Proven experience in a Maintenance Lead / Manager or Senior Maintenance Engineer role. Strong background in heavy manufacturing, foundry, machining, or aerospace environments. Experience supporting thermal processes, furnaces, and industrial plant. Strong electrical and/or mechanical engineering knowledge (ideally multi-skilled). Demonstrable experience implementing and managing PPM systems. Comfortable working in high-temperature, safety-critical environments. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience CNC machinery maintenance exposure. Experience improving OEE and reliability metrics. Familiarity with CMMS systems. Knowledge of AS9100 / aerospace manufacturing requirements. Experience supporting multi-site or group-level operations. Apply Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Closing Date: 01/07/2026 "By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy."
Resource Co-ordinator Location: Cambridge Rate: £18.29 per hour PAYE Contract: 5 Months Morson are recruiting on behalf of Marshall Land Systems for an organised and proactive Resource Co-ordinator to join their UK Operations team on an initial five-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to support operational performance by ensuring the effective onboarding, planning, compliance, allocation, and utilisation of production personnel. Working closely with Production Managers and senior operational leaders, you will act as a central point of coordination across multiple teams, helping to optimise resources and support the successful delivery of operational objectives. Key Responsibilities: Act as a key operational partner to Heads of Operations and Production Managers, supporting workforce planning, reporting, and operational readiness. Own and continuously improve onboarding and induction processes for Operations personnel, ensuring consistency and compliance. Manage time booking, clocking, and attendance processes, resolving escalated issues and maintaining data accuracy. Coordinate training programmes with internal and external providers to ensure efficient delivery. Produce standard and ad-hoc management reports to support operational and financial decision-making. Provide resource data and insights to support team meetings and planning activities. Coordinate and administer business travel arrangements for the operations team. About You: You will be a self-motivated and highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will be a confident communicator, capable of building strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, and comfortable working across multiple functions. You will also have: Advanced IT skills and experience using a variety of office systems and reporting tools Experience working with a broad range of stakeholders Strong problem-solving abilities and the drive to see tasks through to completion An appreciation of budget control and cost centres Awareness of relevant regulatory and Health & Safety requirements Experience producing and analysing reports and operational data If you're looking for your next contract within a leading engineering and defence organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Marshall Land Systems and play a key role in supporting operational excellence across their UK Operations team.
Jun 30, 2026
Contractor
Resource Co-ordinator Location: Cambridge Rate: £18.29 per hour PAYE Contract: 5 Months Morson are recruiting on behalf of Marshall Land Systems for an organised and proactive Resource Co-ordinator to join their UK Operations team on an initial five-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to support operational performance by ensuring the effective onboarding, planning, compliance, allocation, and utilisation of production personnel. Working closely with Production Managers and senior operational leaders, you will act as a central point of coordination across multiple teams, helping to optimise resources and support the successful delivery of operational objectives. Key Responsibilities: Act as a key operational partner to Heads of Operations and Production Managers, supporting workforce planning, reporting, and operational readiness. Own and continuously improve onboarding and induction processes for Operations personnel, ensuring consistency and compliance. Manage time booking, clocking, and attendance processes, resolving escalated issues and maintaining data accuracy. Coordinate training programmes with internal and external providers to ensure efficient delivery. Produce standard and ad-hoc management reports to support operational and financial decision-making. Provide resource data and insights to support team meetings and planning activities. Coordinate and administer business travel arrangements for the operations team. About You: You will be a self-motivated and highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will be a confident communicator, capable of building strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, and comfortable working across multiple functions. You will also have: Advanced IT skills and experience using a variety of office systems and reporting tools Experience working with a broad range of stakeholders Strong problem-solving abilities and the drive to see tasks through to completion An appreciation of budget control and cost centres Awareness of relevant regulatory and Health & Safety requirements Experience producing and analysing reports and operational data If you're looking for your next contract within a leading engineering and defence organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Marshall Land Systems and play a key role in supporting operational excellence across their UK Operations team.
Head of Technical Full-time Permanent Up to 75,000 The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations - balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. People Leadership Line manage and develop Technical and Hygiene team members. Oversee hygiene contractors and ensure the effectiveness of hygiene systems. Define and maintain technical and food safety standards for induction and ongoing training. Foster a culture where technical discipline and artisan craft complement one another Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Head of Technical Full-time Permanent Up to 75,000 The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations - balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. People Leadership Line manage and develop Technical and Hygiene team members. Oversee hygiene contractors and ensure the effectiveness of hygiene systems. Define and maintain technical and food safety standards for induction and ongoing training. Foster a culture where technical discipline and artisan craft complement one another Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.
Freelance Senior Site Manager New Build Multi-Room Manchester Location: Manchester, UK Contract Type: Freelance Duration: Day Rate: 340 - 370/Day Start Date: Mid June The Project We are currently seeking a highly capable and driven Freelance Senior Site Manager to lead operations on a major new-build multi-room development in Manchester. Whether you have a strong background in Build-to-Rent (BTR), Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), hotels, or large-scale residential apartments, this is a fantastic opportunity to be the driving force on a high-profile site from the ground up to handover. Key Responsibilities As the Senior Site Manager, you will be the number one point of contact out on site, reporting directly to the Project Manager/Contracts Manager. Your duties will include: Operational Leadership: Driving the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring all phases run to the agreed construction program. Subcontractor Management: Coordinating and managing various trades and sub-contractors to ensure maximum productivity and workflow. Health & Safety: Acting as the primary champion for site safety, ensuring strict adherence to all H&S legislation and company policies. Quality Assurance: Maintaining exceptional standards of quality control and minimizing snagging throughout the build process. Reporting: Chairing site meetings, delivering progress reports, and maintaining accurate site diaries and documentation. What We Are Looking For To be successful in this role, you must have a proven track record of delivering multi-room, multi-story projects on time and safely. Essential Certifications: Valid SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, and First Aid at Work. Experience: Extensive, demonstrable experience as a Senior Site Manager on large-scale new build multi-room projects (hotels, student accommodation, or apartments) valued at 50m+. Skills: A strong commercial awareness, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the leadership skills required to motivate a large site team. Availability: Able to commute reliably to Central Manchester and commit to the full duration of the contract. Apply here or call (phone number removed) Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jun 30, 2026
Seasonal
Freelance Senior Site Manager New Build Multi-Room Manchester Location: Manchester, UK Contract Type: Freelance Duration: Day Rate: 340 - 370/Day Start Date: Mid June The Project We are currently seeking a highly capable and driven Freelance Senior Site Manager to lead operations on a major new-build multi-room development in Manchester. Whether you have a strong background in Build-to-Rent (BTR), Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), hotels, or large-scale residential apartments, this is a fantastic opportunity to be the driving force on a high-profile site from the ground up to handover. Key Responsibilities As the Senior Site Manager, you will be the number one point of contact out on site, reporting directly to the Project Manager/Contracts Manager. Your duties will include: Operational Leadership: Driving the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring all phases run to the agreed construction program. Subcontractor Management: Coordinating and managing various trades and sub-contractors to ensure maximum productivity and workflow. Health & Safety: Acting as the primary champion for site safety, ensuring strict adherence to all H&S legislation and company policies. Quality Assurance: Maintaining exceptional standards of quality control and minimizing snagging throughout the build process. Reporting: Chairing site meetings, delivering progress reports, and maintaining accurate site diaries and documentation. What We Are Looking For To be successful in this role, you must have a proven track record of delivering multi-room, multi-story projects on time and safely. Essential Certifications: Valid SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, and First Aid at Work. Experience: Extensive, demonstrable experience as a Senior Site Manager on large-scale new build multi-room projects (hotels, student accommodation, or apartments) valued at 50m+. Skills: A strong commercial awareness, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the leadership skills required to motivate a large site team. Availability: Able to commute reliably to Central Manchester and commit to the full duration of the contract. Apply here or call (phone number removed) Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Business Development Manager The Opportunity: We combine smart technology with genuinely caring people to help thousands of older and vulnerable residents feel safer, more connected, and better informed every day. Working with housing providers across the UK, we help them improve resident engagement, modernise services, and prepare for the future through a range of innovative digital solutions. Now, we are looking for a commercially minded Client Development Manager to join our growing sales team, focused on developing new business opportunities across the social housing sector. This role is about building relationships, spotting opportunities, opening doors, understanding client challenges, and helping organisations deliver meaningful change for their residents and staff. You will work directly with senior decision-makers across the sector, representing a company with a strong reputation, ambitious plans, and services that genuinely make a difference. Key Duties: Identify and develop new business opportunities within the social housing sector. Attend industry events, networking opportunities, and client meetings across the UK. Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, from frontline teams through to senior leadership. Manage prospects through the full sales journey, from initial conversations through to contract agreement. Deliver presentations, demonstrations, and proposals that bring our services to life. Work closely with Marketing, Operations, Customer Success, and Technical teams to support successful implementations. Take full ownership of your pipeline and keep opportunities moving forward. Help shape how we continue to grow as a business. Benefits: Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 depending on experience, plus an uncapped sales-based commission. Flexible Working: Primarily home-based, with a mix of virtual and face-to-face meetings. There will be a need to be commutable to Warrington. Autonomy & Support: Enjoy trust and autonomy to manage your desk, with full induction and continuous support available whenever needed. Company Culture: Join an award-winning, stable business (established in 2004) with genuine momentum and a culture where people truly care about what they do. Requirements: Experience: Proven experience in a business development or sales role where relationship-building, commercial awareness, and persistence matter. Sector Knowledge: Ideally, you will already work within social housing or have experience selling into the sector through a supplier or partner organisation. Sales Skills: Comfortable picking up the phone, creating opportunities, and managing long-term, consultative sales processes involving multiple stakeholders. Communication: Exceptional face-to-face, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust quickly with senior stakeholders. Attributes: Organised, self-motivated, positive, proactive, and naturally curious. Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using standard business tools, including MS Office, Google Suite, and CRM systems. Mobility: Ability to undertake UK-wide travel as required, including occasional overnight stays (with the main commercial hub based around Warrington). How to Apply: Please apply for this role online or contact Matt Baird at Avalon for a confidential discussion. Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practise a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager The Opportunity: We combine smart technology with genuinely caring people to help thousands of older and vulnerable residents feel safer, more connected, and better informed every day. Working with housing providers across the UK, we help them improve resident engagement, modernise services, and prepare for the future through a range of innovative digital solutions. Now, we are looking for a commercially minded Client Development Manager to join our growing sales team, focused on developing new business opportunities across the social housing sector. This role is about building relationships, spotting opportunities, opening doors, understanding client challenges, and helping organisations deliver meaningful change for their residents and staff. You will work directly with senior decision-makers across the sector, representing a company with a strong reputation, ambitious plans, and services that genuinely make a difference. Key Duties: Identify and develop new business opportunities within the social housing sector. Attend industry events, networking opportunities, and client meetings across the UK. Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, from frontline teams through to senior leadership. Manage prospects through the full sales journey, from initial conversations through to contract agreement. Deliver presentations, demonstrations, and proposals that bring our services to life. Work closely with Marketing, Operations, Customer Success, and Technical teams to support successful implementations. Take full ownership of your pipeline and keep opportunities moving forward. Help shape how we continue to grow as a business. Benefits: Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 depending on experience, plus an uncapped sales-based commission. Flexible Working: Primarily home-based, with a mix of virtual and face-to-face meetings. There will be a need to be commutable to Warrington. Autonomy & Support: Enjoy trust and autonomy to manage your desk, with full induction and continuous support available whenever needed. Company Culture: Join an award-winning, stable business (established in 2004) with genuine momentum and a culture where people truly care about what they do. Requirements: Experience: Proven experience in a business development or sales role where relationship-building, commercial awareness, and persistence matter. Sector Knowledge: Ideally, you will already work within social housing or have experience selling into the sector through a supplier or partner organisation. Sales Skills: Comfortable picking up the phone, creating opportunities, and managing long-term, consultative sales processes involving multiple stakeholders. Communication: Exceptional face-to-face, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust quickly with senior stakeholders. Attributes: Organised, self-motivated, positive, proactive, and naturally curious. Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using standard business tools, including MS Office, Google Suite, and CRM systems. Mobility: Ability to undertake UK-wide travel as required, including occasional overnight stays (with the main commercial hub based around Warrington). How to Apply: Please apply for this role online or contact Matt Baird at Avalon for a confidential discussion. Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practise a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.
Assistant Financial Accountant Day Rate : 250- 295 Location: Birmingham - Hybrid working (office attendance as required) We are recruiting two Assistant Financial Accountants to join a fast-paced project team supporting a high-profile Traded Services Review programme.This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals in the early stages of their career to gain exposure to complex financial analysis, commercial decision-making, and public sector operations. You will work alongside senior finance specialists, supporting key workstreams and contributing to impactful financial insights. About the role As an Assistant Financial Accountant, you will play a key supporting role in analysing the financial performance of traded services and helping shape recommendations for future service delivery.Your work will be guided by experienced team members, but you'll be expected to bring strong technical capability, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset. Key responsibilities Support financial analysis of traded services, including income, cost recovery and contribution Assist in developing and reviewing financial models for options appraisal and service redesign Contribute to the interpretation of financial data to inform decision-making Work closely with finance business partners and service leads Help ensure financial proposals are robust, compliant, and aligned with governance requirements. Collaborate effectively within a high-performing project team About you We're looking for someone who is motivated, analytical and keen to develop their finance career within a public sector environment. You will bring: Technical accounting knowledge Understanding of income recognition, cost allocation, trading activities and financial sustainability Strong analytical skills, with the ability to contribute to financial modelling Confidence working with stakeholders and explaining financial information clearly Awareness of governance, risk, and compliance in a public sector context A team-oriented approach and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment Confidence using Microsoft Teams and collaborating remotely What you need to do now If you're interested in this role please send your updated CV! 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 30, 2026
Contractor
Assistant Financial Accountant Day Rate : 250- 295 Location: Birmingham - Hybrid working (office attendance as required) We are recruiting two Assistant Financial Accountants to join a fast-paced project team supporting a high-profile Traded Services Review programme.This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals in the early stages of their career to gain exposure to complex financial analysis, commercial decision-making, and public sector operations. You will work alongside senior finance specialists, supporting key workstreams and contributing to impactful financial insights. About the role As an Assistant Financial Accountant, you will play a key supporting role in analysing the financial performance of traded services and helping shape recommendations for future service delivery.Your work will be guided by experienced team members, but you'll be expected to bring strong technical capability, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset. Key responsibilities Support financial analysis of traded services, including income, cost recovery and contribution Assist in developing and reviewing financial models for options appraisal and service redesign Contribute to the interpretation of financial data to inform decision-making Work closely with finance business partners and service leads Help ensure financial proposals are robust, compliant, and aligned with governance requirements. Collaborate effectively within a high-performing project team About you We're looking for someone who is motivated, analytical and keen to develop their finance career within a public sector environment. You will bring: Technical accounting knowledge Understanding of income recognition, cost allocation, trading activities and financial sustainability Strong analytical skills, with the ability to contribute to financial modelling Confidence working with stakeholders and explaining financial information clearly Awareness of governance, risk, and compliance in a public sector context A team-oriented approach and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment Confidence using Microsoft Teams and collaborating remotely What you need to do now If you're interested in this role please send your updated CV! 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)
Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding Salary and Package Mid Level to Senior Level 52,500 - 59,900 basic salary 5,000 - 7,200 car allowance or company van with fuel card Additional benefits package Location - Manchester Full-time, Permanent Position About the Company An established specialist contractor delivering roofing, cladding and building envelope design, supply and installation projects across the UK. Built on strong client relationships and high-quality project delivery, the business has developed a reputation for reliability, repeat business and sustainable growth while continuing to invest in its people and operations. Why Join Them This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding looking to join a well-established contractor with a secure pipeline of work across the UK. The successful Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding will manage multiple roofing and cladding projects from pre-construction through to completion, working alongside experienced commercial, design and operational teams. The business offers long-term stability, genuine career progression and the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of roofing and cladding projects. As a Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding , you'll have the autonomy to manage your projects while benefiting from the support of an experienced leadership team. Whether you choose a car allowance or a company van with a fuel card, you'll be equipped with everything needed to perform the role successfully. About the Role As a Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding , you will take responsibility for delivering site based live roofing, cladding and fa ade projects from mobilisation through to final handover. The role requires excellent planning, strong leadership and commercial awareness to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding will work closely with Site Supervisors, commercial, procurement, design teams, subcontractors and clients, coordinating every stage of project delivery while maintaining clear communication throughout. Responsibilities include: Managing multiple roofing and cladding projects from contract award through to completion. Leading, supporting and coordinating Site Supervisors across live projects. Developing and maintaining project programmes, identifying risks and implementing recovery plans where required. Coordinating labour, materials, plant and specialist subcontractors. Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained across all sites. Carrying out regular quality inspections and managing QA processes. Recording and managing project variations with accurate supporting evidence. Monitoring labour performance and supporting commercial objectives. Working closely with procurement to manage material orders and site logistics. Preparing project reports and presenting operational updates. Attending and leading client progress meetings. Managing project documentation, reporting and handover procedures. Resolving technical, programme and operational issues efficiently. Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal departments. Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to specification. To be successful, you'll have previous experience delivering roofing, cladding, fa ade or building envelope projects in a Project Manager position. You'll be confident managing multiple live projects, leading site teams and maintaining excellent communication with clients and colleagues alike. Summary This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding seeking a long-term role within a respected specialist contractor. You'll join a business with a strong reputation, a healthy order book and a genuine commitment to delivering quality projects while supporting the development of its people. Contact Jack at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding Salary and Package Mid Level to Senior Level 52,500 - 59,900 basic salary 5,000 - 7,200 car allowance or company van with fuel card Additional benefits package Location - Manchester Full-time, Permanent Position About the Company An established specialist contractor delivering roofing, cladding and building envelope design, supply and installation projects across the UK. Built on strong client relationships and high-quality project delivery, the business has developed a reputation for reliability, repeat business and sustainable growth while continuing to invest in its people and operations. Why Join Them This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding looking to join a well-established contractor with a secure pipeline of work across the UK. The successful Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding will manage multiple roofing and cladding projects from pre-construction through to completion, working alongside experienced commercial, design and operational teams. The business offers long-term stability, genuine career progression and the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of roofing and cladding projects. As a Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding , you'll have the autonomy to manage your projects while benefiting from the support of an experienced leadership team. Whether you choose a car allowance or a company van with a fuel card, you'll be equipped with everything needed to perform the role successfully. About the Role As a Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding , you will take responsibility for delivering site based live roofing, cladding and fa ade projects from mobilisation through to final handover. The role requires excellent planning, strong leadership and commercial awareness to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding will work closely with Site Supervisors, commercial, procurement, design teams, subcontractors and clients, coordinating every stage of project delivery while maintaining clear communication throughout. Responsibilities include: Managing multiple roofing and cladding projects from contract award through to completion. Leading, supporting and coordinating Site Supervisors across live projects. Developing and maintaining project programmes, identifying risks and implementing recovery plans where required. Coordinating labour, materials, plant and specialist subcontractors. Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained across all sites. Carrying out regular quality inspections and managing QA processes. Recording and managing project variations with accurate supporting evidence. Monitoring labour performance and supporting commercial objectives. Working closely with procurement to manage material orders and site logistics. Preparing project reports and presenting operational updates. Attending and leading client progress meetings. Managing project documentation, reporting and handover procedures. Resolving technical, programme and operational issues efficiently. Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal departments. Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to specification. To be successful, you'll have previous experience delivering roofing, cladding, fa ade or building envelope projects in a Project Manager position. You'll be confident managing multiple live projects, leading site teams and maintaining excellent communication with clients and colleagues alike. Summary This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager - Roofing & Cladding seeking a long-term role within a respected specialist contractor. You'll join a business with a strong reputation, a healthy order book and a genuine commitment to delivering quality projects while supporting the development of its people. Contact Jack at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
Business & Finance Manager Outskirts of Horsham 42,000 - 47,000 per annum Full Time 52-Week Contract Are you an experienced Business & Finance Manager looking for a rewarding leadership role where you can make a real difference? We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded educational organisation on the outskirts of Horsham for an experienced Business & Finance Manager to oversee the finance, business operations and support services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong financial management experience who enjoys leading teams and driving operational excellence. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key strategic role while also ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the financial management of the organisation, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, management accounts, VAT and procurement. Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior leaders and governors/trustees. Manage the day-to-day finance function, ensuring all financial records are accurate and compliant. Oversee operational areas including premises, HR administration and support services. Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, statutory requirements and internal policies. Lead and support internal and external audits. Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency. Provide strategic financial advice to the senior leadership team. Lead, motivate and develop the office, finance and premises teams. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience in a senior Business or Finance Management position. Strong financial management, budgeting and forecasting experience. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Outstanding organisational and problem-solving abilities. Experience of working with financial systems and producing management accounts. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience within education, the public sector or a regulated environment would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer Salary of 42,000 - 47,000 , depending on experience. Full-time, 52-week contract. A varied and rewarding leadership role. Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a well-respected organisation. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Immediate interviews available for suitable applicants. Harris Lord Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Business & Finance Manager Outskirts of Horsham 42,000 - 47,000 per annum Full Time 52-Week Contract Are you an experienced Business & Finance Manager looking for a rewarding leadership role where you can make a real difference? We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded educational organisation on the outskirts of Horsham for an experienced Business & Finance Manager to oversee the finance, business operations and support services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong financial management experience who enjoys leading teams and driving operational excellence. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key strategic role while also ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the financial management of the organisation, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, management accounts, VAT and procurement. Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior leaders and governors/trustees. Manage the day-to-day finance function, ensuring all financial records are accurate and compliant. Oversee operational areas including premises, HR administration and support services. Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, statutory requirements and internal policies. Lead and support internal and external audits. Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency. Provide strategic financial advice to the senior leadership team. Lead, motivate and develop the office, finance and premises teams. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience in a senior Business or Finance Management position. Strong financial management, budgeting and forecasting experience. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Outstanding organisational and problem-solving abilities. Experience of working with financial systems and producing management accounts. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience within education, the public sector or a regulated environment would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer Salary of 42,000 - 47,000 , depending on experience. Full-time, 52-week contract. A varied and rewarding leadership role. Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a well-respected organisation. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Immediate interviews available for suitable applicants. Harris Lord Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Why is this exciting for your career as a Senior Business Analyst? The MBE Programme is one of the largest transformation programmes within Greencore and offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping how our operations, systems and processes support the business into the future. We're looking for an experienced Senior Business Analyst who can operate independently in a fast-moving operational environment. This isn't a role for someone looking to work solely on a single transformation workstream. Alongside larger projects, you'll be expected to manage multiple smaller initiatives, coordinate stakeholders, drive actions to completion and help move work forward across the business. One of the key projects within this team is the review and potential replacement of our Order Management System (OMS), but the role will also support a variety of operational and business process improvement activities across logistics and supply chain functions. You'll work closely with operational stakeholders, technology teams and business leaders to understand current processes, challenge existing ways of working where appropriate and translate business needs into practical solutions. Success in this role requires somebody who is comfortable working with experienced operational teams, can build credibility quickly and knows when to challenge and when to adapt. What we're looking for: Significant experience and a consistent track record working as a Business Analyst, ideally at Senior Business Analyst level Experience within logistics, supply chain, distribution, warehousing, transport or other operational environments Strong requirements gathering, process mapping and stakeholder management skills Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades or replacement programmes Understanding of testing, UAT and business readiness activities Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and workstreams simultaneously Comfortable operating with limited supervision and driving activity forward independently Experience with Order Management Systems (OMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transport Management Systems (TMS) or ERP platforms would be highly advantageous. This role would suit a pragmatic, delivery-focused Business Analyst who enjoys working closely with operational teams and solving real business problems in a complex, fast-paced environment. At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better. What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Annual Target Bonus Car Allowance Competitive matched pension contributions Life insurance up to 4x salary PMI Cover: Individual Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Jun 30, 2026
Contractor
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately 4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Why is this exciting for your career as a Senior Business Analyst? The MBE Programme is one of the largest transformation programmes within Greencore and offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping how our operations, systems and processes support the business into the future. We're looking for an experienced Senior Business Analyst who can operate independently in a fast-moving operational environment. This isn't a role for someone looking to work solely on a single transformation workstream. Alongside larger projects, you'll be expected to manage multiple smaller initiatives, coordinate stakeholders, drive actions to completion and help move work forward across the business. One of the key projects within this team is the review and potential replacement of our Order Management System (OMS), but the role will also support a variety of operational and business process improvement activities across logistics and supply chain functions. You'll work closely with operational stakeholders, technology teams and business leaders to understand current processes, challenge existing ways of working where appropriate and translate business needs into practical solutions. Success in this role requires somebody who is comfortable working with experienced operational teams, can build credibility quickly and knows when to challenge and when to adapt. What we're looking for: Significant experience and a consistent track record working as a Business Analyst, ideally at Senior Business Analyst level Experience within logistics, supply chain, distribution, warehousing, transport or other operational environments Strong requirements gathering, process mapping and stakeholder management skills Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades or replacement programmes Understanding of testing, UAT and business readiness activities Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and workstreams simultaneously Comfortable operating with limited supervision and driving activity forward independently Experience with Order Management Systems (OMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transport Management Systems (TMS) or ERP platforms would be highly advantageous. This role would suit a pragmatic, delivery-focused Business Analyst who enjoys working closely with operational teams and solving real business problems in a complex, fast-paced environment. At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better. What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Annual Target Bonus Car Allowance Competitive matched pension contributions Life insurance up to 4x salary PMI Cover: Individual Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Head of IT Transformation £80,000 - £90,000 + car Hybrid (Somerset 2 days/week) Job Purpose The Head of IT Transformation is accountable for driving technology-enabled change across the organisation, delivered primarily through a structured ecosystem of third-party suppliers and technology partners. This is not a traditional IT operations role. The successful candidate will be a commercially astute transformation leader who can define the technology change agenda, commission and govern delivery through external partners, and maintain clear accountability to the Executive and Board for outcomes, pace, and value for money. Reporting and Structure Reporting Line: Chief Financial Officer Direct Reports: IT Programme Manager, Project Manager, Business Analysis Manager, Data and Insights Manager Key Accountabilities Transformation Strategy and Roadmap • Own the organisation's technology transformation roadmap, aligned to business strategy and agreed with the Executive Team and Board. • Identify and prioritise change initiatives that drive operational improvement, service quality, and organisational resilience. • Translate business requirements into clear technology change briefs suitable for external delivery partners. • Maintain a forward view of the technology landscape, bringing relevant innovation and best practice to leadership attention. Supplier and Partner Governance • Act as the primary accountability owner for all third-party technology suppliers and delivery partners, ensuring contractual obligations, performance standards, and value for money are consistently met. • Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiation, and ongoing contract management across the change portfolio. • Establish clear governance frameworks for partner-delivered programmes, including assurance gates, escalation routes, and executive reporting. • Manage supplier relationships at a senior level, holding partners to account for delivery quality and pace. Programme Oversight and Assurance • Maintain single-point accountability for the end-to-end delivery of the IT change portfolio, whether delivered internally or through third parties. • Ensure robust programme governance, risk management, and dependency oversight across all active workstreams. • Provide regular, board-ready assurance reporting on portfolio status, risks, investment, and outcomes. • Lead escalation management where supplier performance or programme risks require executive intervention. Stakeholder and Business Engagement • Act as the senior technology change interface for all Heads of Department, Operational Leads, and the Executive Team. • Ensure business functions are engaged, prepared, and supported through change, with technology adoption embedded effectively across services. • Build trusted relationships with non-technical colleagues, making technology change accessible and relevant to operational audiences. Financial Oversight • Own the IT transformation budget, including capex and opex across all change programmes. • Provide final sign-off on technology investment proposals and ensure spend is aligned to strategic priorities and delivers measurable return. About You You are a commercially minded technology transformation leader with a proven track record of governing complex, partner-delivered change programmes. You are as comfortable negotiating with a supplier as you are presenting to a Board, and you understand that in a third-party-led delivery model, clarity of requirements, strong governance, and commercial leverage are the levers that determine success. You do not need to be a hands-on technologist. You do need to be an expert at commissioning, managing, and holding accountable the people and organisations who are. Essential Experience and Skills • Proven track record of governing technology transformation programmes delivered by third-party suppliers and managed service partners. • Experience defining technology change roadmaps and translating business strategy into supplier-deliverable requirements. • Strong commercial acumen: supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management. • Experience preparing and presenting investment cases, portfolio dashboards, and assurance narratives to Executive and Board audiences. • Demonstrated ability to manage a complex portfolio of concurrent change initiatives, balancing pace, risk, and budget. • Confident stakeholder leader, able to influence at Executive and Board level and engage non-technical audiences across operations. • Experience managing and developing high-performing internal teams alongside external delivery partners. • Familiarity with IT governance frameworks, risk management, and change control best practice. Desirable • Familiarity with digital care, workforce, or back-office system transformation programmes. • PRINCE2 Practitioner, MSP, or APM/PMP qualification. Compensation and Benefits • Salary: Up to 90,000 per annum plus car allowance of 5,000 and annual bonus of 5%. • Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. • Leave: 28 days plus bank holidays, with additional days accruing after 5 years of service. • Pension: 7% matched contribution. • Private healthcare with BUPA. • Life cover: 2x salary. • Access to employee assistance programme, Wagestream, and retail discounts platform.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Head of IT Transformation £80,000 - £90,000 + car Hybrid (Somerset 2 days/week) Job Purpose The Head of IT Transformation is accountable for driving technology-enabled change across the organisation, delivered primarily through a structured ecosystem of third-party suppliers and technology partners. This is not a traditional IT operations role. The successful candidate will be a commercially astute transformation leader who can define the technology change agenda, commission and govern delivery through external partners, and maintain clear accountability to the Executive and Board for outcomes, pace, and value for money. Reporting and Structure Reporting Line: Chief Financial Officer Direct Reports: IT Programme Manager, Project Manager, Business Analysis Manager, Data and Insights Manager Key Accountabilities Transformation Strategy and Roadmap • Own the organisation's technology transformation roadmap, aligned to business strategy and agreed with the Executive Team and Board. • Identify and prioritise change initiatives that drive operational improvement, service quality, and organisational resilience. • Translate business requirements into clear technology change briefs suitable for external delivery partners. • Maintain a forward view of the technology landscape, bringing relevant innovation and best practice to leadership attention. Supplier and Partner Governance • Act as the primary accountability owner for all third-party technology suppliers and delivery partners, ensuring contractual obligations, performance standards, and value for money are consistently met. • Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiation, and ongoing contract management across the change portfolio. • Establish clear governance frameworks for partner-delivered programmes, including assurance gates, escalation routes, and executive reporting. • Manage supplier relationships at a senior level, holding partners to account for delivery quality and pace. Programme Oversight and Assurance • Maintain single-point accountability for the end-to-end delivery of the IT change portfolio, whether delivered internally or through third parties. • Ensure robust programme governance, risk management, and dependency oversight across all active workstreams. • Provide regular, board-ready assurance reporting on portfolio status, risks, investment, and outcomes. • Lead escalation management where supplier performance or programme risks require executive intervention. Stakeholder and Business Engagement • Act as the senior technology change interface for all Heads of Department, Operational Leads, and the Executive Team. • Ensure business functions are engaged, prepared, and supported through change, with technology adoption embedded effectively across services. • Build trusted relationships with non-technical colleagues, making technology change accessible and relevant to operational audiences. Financial Oversight • Own the IT transformation budget, including capex and opex across all change programmes. • Provide final sign-off on technology investment proposals and ensure spend is aligned to strategic priorities and delivers measurable return. About You You are a commercially minded technology transformation leader with a proven track record of governing complex, partner-delivered change programmes. You are as comfortable negotiating with a supplier as you are presenting to a Board, and you understand that in a third-party-led delivery model, clarity of requirements, strong governance, and commercial leverage are the levers that determine success. You do not need to be a hands-on technologist. You do need to be an expert at commissioning, managing, and holding accountable the people and organisations who are. Essential Experience and Skills • Proven track record of governing technology transformation programmes delivered by third-party suppliers and managed service partners. • Experience defining technology change roadmaps and translating business strategy into supplier-deliverable requirements. • Strong commercial acumen: supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management. • Experience preparing and presenting investment cases, portfolio dashboards, and assurance narratives to Executive and Board audiences. • Demonstrated ability to manage a complex portfolio of concurrent change initiatives, balancing pace, risk, and budget. • Confident stakeholder leader, able to influence at Executive and Board level and engage non-technical audiences across operations. • Experience managing and developing high-performing internal teams alongside external delivery partners. • Familiarity with IT governance frameworks, risk management, and change control best practice. Desirable • Familiarity with digital care, workforce, or back-office system transformation programmes. • PRINCE2 Practitioner, MSP, or APM/PMP qualification. Compensation and Benefits • Salary: Up to 90,000 per annum plus car allowance of 5,000 and annual bonus of 5%. • Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. • Leave: 28 days plus bank holidays, with additional days accruing after 5 years of service. • Pension: 7% matched contribution. • Private healthcare with BUPA. • Life cover: 2x salary. • Access to employee assistance programme, Wagestream, and retail discounts platform.
Role : SCIDA - Specialist Services (Active DV required) Type : Contract for 12 months Location: Hemel Hempstead (some UK wide travel) Job Description : SCIDA - You will be responsible for ALL SCIDA activities of a large complex highly secure Managed Service; you are to strictly adhere to ALL platform and building SYOPS's, processes, procedures and local work instructions (inc any BT/Customer requested sub activities) as authorised and directed by the OSM (detail cannot be disclosed on this medium). As the SCIDA you are to assist in attaining and maintaining the strictest government/MoD security assurance and accreditation of the Managed Service. You are to create and maintain brilliant collaborative relationships across the Managed Service to include immediate and matrix'd teams from across different Line of Business (LoBs), 3rd Party Suppliers, 3rd Party contractors, customer authority and multiple user authorities as defined in the Security Aspects Letter (SAL) and contract. You are to work at multiple (undisclosed on this medium) strategic customer/user Network Operations Centre (NOC) locations as directed. You are to support, help coach, mentor and support other members of the team; providing feedback where appropriate within the team to ensure that everyone is inclusive within the team and that there is a 'One Team approach'. The OSM is to set ambitious objectives and goals to build knowledge and experience, deliver and maintain a brilliant customer experience. Doing - To manage, grow and maintain SCIDA activities within the Managed Service. Be technically current and competent in a wide range of technologies to be able to either design & develop and deliver SCIDA interventions, using the latest SCIDA Strategies in line with the Customer Frameworks. Where appropriate, manage, plan, and administrate complex SCIDA activities and strategies. You must have the ability to lead, create/develop strategy & policy and manage the ILS activities within the managed Service. You are to have strong collaborative leadership skills to create, develop and maintain Defence Managed Services; you need to be agile in approach in maintaining strong strategy, objectives and goals in regards to the operational service lifecycle of large complex highly secure technologies, locations, platforms and solutions using the ITIL service operations model and skillsets in support of your senior manager. You are to use your operational and SCIDA experience and technical expertise to create and deliver a brilliant customer experience understanding the customer's needs and expectations. You are to support your senior manager to create a brilliant employee experience using team/customer data analytics. You are to champion change and support your senior manager to overcome obstacles in delivering effective outcomes that are in line with customer expectations, and you are to communicate BT's business strategy and policy in a clear concise manner. You are to champion and aid cost reduction within your area of responsibility as cascaded by your line of business as part of BT's overall cost reduction strategy. Experience Experience of implementing and running highly complex secure IT platform strategies and solutions across multiple sensitive platforms - MANDATORY Experience of SCIDA and TEMPEST Methodologies - MANDATORY Detailed planning and costing for large highly secure operational estate - MANDATORY Working across several high-profile stakeholders - MANDATORY Management of BT Security Policy, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY Management of MoD/HM Government Security Policies, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY To be technologically current and competent, gaining and maintaining the highest security compliances and accreditations for secure, bespoke managed services - MANDATORY Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 30, 2026
Contractor
Role : SCIDA - Specialist Services (Active DV required) Type : Contract for 12 months Location: Hemel Hempstead (some UK wide travel) Job Description : SCIDA - You will be responsible for ALL SCIDA activities of a large complex highly secure Managed Service; you are to strictly adhere to ALL platform and building SYOPS's, processes, procedures and local work instructions (inc any BT/Customer requested sub activities) as authorised and directed by the OSM (detail cannot be disclosed on this medium). As the SCIDA you are to assist in attaining and maintaining the strictest government/MoD security assurance and accreditation of the Managed Service. You are to create and maintain brilliant collaborative relationships across the Managed Service to include immediate and matrix'd teams from across different Line of Business (LoBs), 3rd Party Suppliers, 3rd Party contractors, customer authority and multiple user authorities as defined in the Security Aspects Letter (SAL) and contract. You are to work at multiple (undisclosed on this medium) strategic customer/user Network Operations Centre (NOC) locations as directed. You are to support, help coach, mentor and support other members of the team; providing feedback where appropriate within the team to ensure that everyone is inclusive within the team and that there is a 'One Team approach'. The OSM is to set ambitious objectives and goals to build knowledge and experience, deliver and maintain a brilliant customer experience. Doing - To manage, grow and maintain SCIDA activities within the Managed Service. Be technically current and competent in a wide range of technologies to be able to either design & develop and deliver SCIDA interventions, using the latest SCIDA Strategies in line with the Customer Frameworks. Where appropriate, manage, plan, and administrate complex SCIDA activities and strategies. You must have the ability to lead, create/develop strategy & policy and manage the ILS activities within the managed Service. You are to have strong collaborative leadership skills to create, develop and maintain Defence Managed Services; you need to be agile in approach in maintaining strong strategy, objectives and goals in regards to the operational service lifecycle of large complex highly secure technologies, locations, platforms and solutions using the ITIL service operations model and skillsets in support of your senior manager. You are to use your operational and SCIDA experience and technical expertise to create and deliver a brilliant customer experience understanding the customer's needs and expectations. You are to support your senior manager to create a brilliant employee experience using team/customer data analytics. You are to champion change and support your senior manager to overcome obstacles in delivering effective outcomes that are in line with customer expectations, and you are to communicate BT's business strategy and policy in a clear concise manner. You are to champion and aid cost reduction within your area of responsibility as cascaded by your line of business as part of BT's overall cost reduction strategy. Experience Experience of implementing and running highly complex secure IT platform strategies and solutions across multiple sensitive platforms - MANDATORY Experience of SCIDA and TEMPEST Methodologies - MANDATORY Detailed planning and costing for large highly secure operational estate - MANDATORY Working across several high-profile stakeholders - MANDATORY Management of BT Security Policy, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY Management of MoD/HM Government Security Policies, Assurance and Compliance - MANDATORY To be technologically current and competent, gaining and maintaining the highest security compliances and accreditations for secure, bespoke managed services - MANDATORY Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
The Interim Category Manager (Capex) will oversee and manage procurement activities, ensuring efficient and cost-effective sourcing strategies. This temporary role, based in Birmingham, requires a professional with expertise in capital expenditure procurement and category management. Client Details The hiring organisation is a well-established entity within the public sector. They operate as part of a medium-sized team, focusing on delivering procurement excellence and optimising supply chain operations. Description Develop and implement category strategies for capital expenditure procurement. Manage supplier relationships to ensure compliance and performance standards are met. Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and innovative suppliers. Lead tendering processes and negotiate contracts to achieve optimal terms. Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Monitor procurement performance and provide regular reporting to senior management. Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities. Provide guidance and support to junior team members in the procurement process. Profile Proven expertise in category management and capital expenditure procurement. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience with PA 23 and PCR 2015 Demonstrated ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies. Knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance. Excellent analytical and communication skills. Job Offer Competitive daily rate between 450 and 500 (outside ir35) 6-month contract with possibility to extend Opportunity to work within a respected organisation in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to make a difference in a key procurement role. Apply now to join the team as an Interim Category Manager!
Jun 30, 2026
Contractor
The Interim Category Manager (Capex) will oversee and manage procurement activities, ensuring efficient and cost-effective sourcing strategies. This temporary role, based in Birmingham, requires a professional with expertise in capital expenditure procurement and category management. Client Details The hiring organisation is a well-established entity within the public sector. They operate as part of a medium-sized team, focusing on delivering procurement excellence and optimising supply chain operations. Description Develop and implement category strategies for capital expenditure procurement. Manage supplier relationships to ensure compliance and performance standards are met. Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and innovative suppliers. Lead tendering processes and negotiate contracts to achieve optimal terms. Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Monitor procurement performance and provide regular reporting to senior management. Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities. Provide guidance and support to junior team members in the procurement process. Profile Proven expertise in category management and capital expenditure procurement. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience with PA 23 and PCR 2015 Demonstrated ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies. Knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance. Excellent analytical and communication skills. Job Offer Competitive daily rate between 450 and 500 (outside ir35) 6-month contract with possibility to extend Opportunity to work within a respected organisation in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to make a difference in a key procurement role. Apply now to join the team as an Interim Category Manager!
