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Associate Director Independent Planning Consultancy - West Sussex Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Working pattern: 4 days per week in the office / Hybrid Working Carrington West is working with a well-regarded independent planning consultancy in West Sussex to appoint an Associate Planner or Associate Director as part of their continued growth. The Opportunity Our client provides clear, commercially focused planning advice to a diverse client base and has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality outcomes across a wide range of developments. Their team draws on extensive experience across both the public and private sectors, enabling them to guide projects smoothly through the planning system from early feasibility through to determination. This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of small, medium and high-profile schemes, providing excellent exposure and long-term career progression within a supportive consultancy environment. Key Responsibilities Lead a range projects from inception to completion Prepare planning statements, appeals and supporting documentation Provide strategic and day-to-day planning advice to clients Undertake site appraisals and development assessments Attend client meetings and liaise with external consultants and multi-disciplinary project teams Support junior team members (Associate level) Monitor and interpret planning policy and legislation Candidate Requirements Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI chartered or working towards accreditation Experience within a consultancy or local authority planning role Benefits Bonus scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme Professional membership support Health and wellbeing package Life assurance To find out more or to apply, please contact: (phone number removed) (url removed). Job reference number: 67794

Develop as a regional go-to professional, while working with UK-wide Experts Your new company My client is a well-regarded national and European advisory and accounting firm, with a "why not" investment and BD culture that encourages ideas and collaboration. The Forensic function has Partners in 3 locations, and a supporting Valuations function which is also entering a growth phase. Having made several acquisitions, the firm is now focused on organic growth and there is real momentum to pull through its SMs to Director and its Directors to Partner. Conflicts in Forensics are minimal and are amply outweighed by the as-yet not fully tapped extensive internal referrers potential. Forensics is a national P&L. Your new role This opening is to be the in the north-west, with a clear and meritocratic run through to Director and Partner. While still a young team/function they have already established themselves in the following areas: Expert witness in commercial/ litigation disputesDispute AdvisoryLoss of EarningsContentious ValuationsLitigation SupportInvestigative Accounting & Fraud InvestigationsCorporate Intelligence & Asset Tracing It is at your discretion what you want to market to, be known for and be briefed on, and the WIP coming through is likely to be a blend of the above with quantum matters always at the heart of the portfolio. Business Development is properly collaborative , as is the contribution calculation : it's important to note that when it comes to Partner track, fees are anything but simply calculated on own generation. Contribution takes many forms and the firm has metrics in place to recognise this. So you have every incentive (personal and corporate!) to grow your presence on the regional and national circuit. A full job spec is available of course. What you'll need to succeed This is exactly the right role for someone who feels they're within touching distance of Director in the next 12-18 months, but would like more support and market exposure to get there (and beyond!) If that sounds like you and you are: ACA/ACCA/CFA qualified An existing Senior Manager/AD in Forensics Someone who enjoys a broad range of projects across quantum/valuation/loss as well as investigative and technical forensic accounting matters then please have a conversation with me. What you'll get in return Full support and mentorship from national and regional Experts on your career journey Significant investment for growth, acting a catalyst to your own Whole-team collaboration and effort on marketing and BD Large firm resources and brand, yet not so large that it overshadows your own brand Genuinely personable colleagues - no "big egos" A firm with an excellent track record of internal Partner promotion What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

About the Company Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and create opportunities. As a trusted adviser, Berrys works with clients across the whole lifecycle of land and property ownership, bringing together insight, technical expertise and sound commercial judgement to help them navigate challenges and make the most of opportunities. Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including rural surveying, valuation, planning, development consultancy, property agency, building surveying and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. This is a senior opportunity for someone who wants to build Berrys' strategic land presence in Towcester, using the firm's established client base, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary platform as a springboard for growth. The Role Berrys is looking for a commercially minded strategic land professional to lead and grow its strategic land and development consultancy presence from the Towcester office. This is a senior, fee-generating role with a clear commercial mandate from day one. The successful candidate will be expected to create the opportunity. Towcester offers a highly relevant geography for strategic land, with access to landowners, developers, promoters, and professional networks across Northamptonshire and the surrounding area. Berrys provides the brand, established client relationships and multi-disciplinary platform to build from; the right person will read the market, build the right relationships and turn them into instructions. For the right individual, this role also offers a longer-term opportunity to become an important part of the Towcester office's future leadership. Berrys is planning for continued growth and succession, creating scope for the successful candidate to take on wider influence as the role develops. Key Responsibilities Lead Berrys' strategic land and development consultancy presence from the Towcester office, setting its direction and driving its growth Build a pipeline of strategic land instructions, development agency opportunities and related consultancy work Identify, create and convert new business opportunities with landowners, developers, promoters, agents and professional contacts Build and maintain external client relationships alongside Berrys' internal referral network Provide strategic advice to landowners on land promotion, development potential, disposal strategy, planning risk and value creation Work collaboratively with colleagues across rural surveying, valuation, planning, property agency and wider consultancy disciplines Act as the senior figurehead for strategic land within the Towcester office and the wider market Set a clear business plan for growth and shape the long-term development of the strategic land function Candidate Profile An experienced and commercially driven strategic land professional, ready to operate at a senior level: Strong experience in strategic land, development agency, land promotion, rural property consultancy or a closely related field A demonstrable track record of winning work, generating fees and developing client relationships in a consultancy environment A strong understanding of the strategic land process, including promotion strategy, planning risk, valuation drivers and disposal routes Commercially minded, entrepreneurial and comfortable operating with autonomy Confident and credible with landowners, developers, promoters, agents, planners and wider professional stakeholders Able to create and deliver a business plan and be motivated to build and take ownership of it A genuine interest in broader leadership or partnership within a multi-disciplinary practice over time Likely operating at Associate Director, Director, Partner or equivalent level, or ready to make that step; professionally qualified or strongly experienced, with MRICS or equivalent preferred Why Berrys? Real autonomy to lead and build a strategic land presence from a position of strength Immediate access to an established client base and a strong regional reputation A valuable regional geography from a land and development perspective The Berrys multi-disciplinary platform is a genuine competitive advantage for clients A collaborative, flat structure where senior people have genuine influence from day one Long-term progression and leadership potential within the Towcester office Flexible seniority, with broader leadership and partner-level conversations possible for the right individual 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working, professional fees, CPD support and a comprehensive benefits package This vacancy is exclusively managed by Joshua Robert Recruitment. All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to Joshua Robert for consideration.

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Senior Cost Manager, or Commercial Manager to take a lead role on a prestigious infrastructure programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional with extensive cost management experience to join a high-performing team delivering complex, high-value projects click apply for full job details

Senior Associate, Restructuring & Insolvency - KR8 Advisory About KR8 Advisory A unique opportunity to join KR8 Advisory, a Managing Director-led Restructuring & Advisory practice, part of the K3 Advisory Group, based in London, Manchester and Leeds. This is an opportunity to be part of an ambitious and experienced team with a strategic plan to grow its service proposition and expand into other key locations. KR8 Advisory is looking for experienced Senior Associates to support the delivery of high-impact Restructuring and Advisory solutions to SME's, Mid-market Corporates, Lenders and Stakeholders across the UK. About the Role - Senior Associate - Restructuring & Insolvency Roles are available in our offices in Manchester, London and Leeds and as a Senior Associate you will play a key role in managing your own varied caseload of Restructuring and Advisory engagements, including Administrations, Liquidations (solvent and insolvent), CVAs and Accelerated M&A processes. Working closely with Senior Managers and Directors, you will help deliver effective solutions and added value to our clients. You will be an experienced Restructuring & Insolvency Administrator already familiar with the processes involved in managing Administrations, Liquidations and CVA's. The role offers the opportunity to further develop your technical and commercial expertise through exposure to complex insolvency appointments, business advisory projects, business sales and stakeholder-led restructuring assignments. We are committed to supporting professional development and will provide full study support and training where required. While not essential, the successful candidate will ideally have already commenced a professional accountancy qualification (ACA or ACCA) and/or hold the Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency (CPI). Role Responsibilities Experience of formal insolvency appointments, including Administrations, Liquidations, CVAs and Accelerated M&A processes, with exposure to advisory assignments being advantageous including managing critical short term cashflow management assignments. Strong financial analysis skills with the ability to review financial statements to identify key assets, liabilities and secured lender positions. Commercially minded, with confidence engaging with clients, lenders, legal advisers and other key stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines effectively. Ability to deal with all areas of case management, progression and statutory investigations. Whilst not essential, experience supporting on trading assignments would be ideal. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and the use of IPS or equivalent software. A collaborative team player who is willing to support, coach and develop junior colleagues. An interest in business development and contributing to the growth of client relationships and new opportunities. Committed to ongoing professional development and maintaining high technical standards. What We Offer We have exciting and highly ambitious plans to continue our growth across the UK. You will be supporting the development of a new Restructuring and Advisory practice with direct access to senior leaders across the KR8 offices and other K3 Advisory Group service lines. In addition to the above, we also offer a competitive salary and benefits package, together with strong opportunities for career development and progression.

AI Solution Architect - Senior Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: Manchester Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13119 Senior AI Solution Architects are required to support the design, implementation and scaling of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI, cloud and data architecture, with experience designing enterprise AI solutions and translating business requirements into scalable technical architectures. You will play a key role in shaping AI architecture strategy, leading technical teams and supporting organisations as they move from strategy and experimentation through to enterprise deployment. You will work closely with AI Engineers, Data Scientists, Enterprise Architects, MLOps teams, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI solutions that drive measurable business outcomes. Key responsibilities: Translating business objectives into AI architecture strategies, roadmaps and scalable solution designs Designing and implementing end to end AI and ML architectures across enterprise environments Defining scalable, performant and cost optimised deployment patterns across cloud, containerised and GPU enabled environments Supporting AI implementation programmes from proof of concept through to enterprise deployment and optimisation Evaluating and selecting technologies across open source and commercial platforms Designing and integrating AI solutions into existing enterprise systems and applications Working with AI Engineers, Data Scientists and technical teams to support AI delivery and scaling initiatives Supporting AI governance, security, risk and regulatory considerations throughout the delivery lifecycle Supporting architecture governance, technical review boards and design authorities Building relationships with technical and business stakeholders across large scale transformation programmes Producing solution design documentation, implementation plans and technical proposals Providing technical leadership and mentoring within multidisciplinary teams Experience Required: Experience designing AI, ML or modern data architectures within enterprise environments Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks or similar technologies Experience architecting scalable AI and ML solutions across serverless, containerised or GPU enabled environments Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, semantic search and RAG patterns Exposure to vector databases and agent frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph or similar technologies Understanding of MLOps, LLMOps and model lifecycle management principles Experience designing APIs and integrating AI solutions into enterprise environments Strong understanding of modern data architectures and platform design principles Experience presenting architectural designs to technical and business stakeholders Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments This is a strong opportunity for an AI architecture professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments. For more information make an application today! Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed)

Associate Director - Fire Engineering Location Colchester, Essex Salary 80,000 - 120,000 DOE Employment Type Permanent Job Overview An opportunity for an experienced fire engineering professional to lead complex projects while helping shape the future of a growing multidisciplinary consultancy. Based in Colchester with hybrid working, this role is suited to a senior leader seeking responsibility across project delivery, team development and business growth within the commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors. Role & Responsibilities Lead complex fire engineering projects. Review fire strategies and technical reports. Mentor engineers and support team development. Strengthen client relationships and win new work. Contribute to business strategy and growth. Working closely with clients, design teams and approving authorities, you will provide technical leadership, maintain quality standards and ensure compliance with current UK fire safety legislation. Skills & Experience Required Extensive fire engineering consultancy experience. Strong UK fire safety legislation knowledge. Experience reviewing complex fire strategies. Chartered Engineer status desirable. Strong leadership and communication skills. Commercial awareness, business development experience and the ability to build lasting client relationships are essential. Salary & Benefits 80,000 - 120,000 DOE. Hybrid working with two office days weekly. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Private healthcare, pension and life cover. Bonus, CPD and flexible benefits package. About Hunter Dunning Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market. We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. Apply Section If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. All applications are handled in strict confidence. Referral Section Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. See website for full terms & conditions.

About The Role: A highly respected international architecture and design practice is seeking an Associate Director - Sustainability to join its growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sustainability professional to play a key role in shaping environmental and social impact across a diverse portfolio of architecture, interiors and workplace projects. Working at a strategic and project level, you will champion sustainable design, influence clients and stakeholders, and help drive best-in-class sustainability outcomes across the built environment. The successful candidate will work closely with design teams, clients and consultants, leading sustainability initiatives from early-stage strategy through to project delivery, while contributing to the ongoing development of the practice's sustainability offering and business growth. This exciting opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact by contributing to the overall sustainability endeavours of the entire practice. Putting employees at the heart of what they do, they offer an array of benefits such as private medical insurance, hybrid working (2 days from home), opportunity to work from abroad, season ticket loan and generous annual leave. Key Responsibilities: Lead sustainability strategies across a range of architecture, interiors and workplace projects Advise project teams and clients on environmental, social value, wellbeing and inclusivity outcomes throughout all project stages Support the delivery of sustainability certifications including WELL, BREEAM, LEED, NABERS and Fitwel Prepare and present high-quality sustainability reports, strategies and technical documentation Interpret and apply UK sustainability legislation, regulations and industry standards Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to deliver measurable sustainability outcomes Contribute to bids, proposals and business development activities, helping to secure new work and strengthen client relationships Deliver training, mentoring and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the practice Represent the business externally through industry events, networking opportunities and thought leadership activities Support the continuous development of sustainability processes, tools and services across the wider business Key Skills / Requirements: Degree qualified in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design or a related discipline BREEAM Assessor qualification is essential, as well as WELL accreditation Proven experience delivering sustainability strategies within the built environment sector Strong understanding of environmental legislation, building regulations and industry frameworks including RIBA 2030 and UKGBC Experience working across multiple project stages and collaborating with multidisciplinary design teams Knowledge of environmental analysis tools and sustainability software; experience with One Click LCA, Revit, Climate Studio, InDesign or AutoCAD would be advantageous Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire both internal teams and clients Commercially minded with an interest in business development and growing client relationships To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.

After Sales Director - Automotive We are seeking an exceptional After Sales Director to lead and transform the operational performance of one of the region's largest automotive aftersales operations. This is a high-profile leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and commercial performance of our pre-sales preparation, service, maintenance, repair and bodyshop operations across two major sites. With responsibility for two Workshops with 24 ramps, multiple operational departments, and a team of approximately 75 employees, this position requires a proven leader who can drive performance, develop people, implement best-in-class processes, and deliver outstanding customer and commercial outcomes. Salary - 95k to 120k (Negotiable) + senior level executive package & benefits Ideal Location - Northwest England / Liverpool, Manchester and surrounds -Relocation is an option for the right person The Role & About You Full accountability for the performance, profitability and strategic direction of all pre-sales preparation and aftersales operations across two sites. Lead, coach and develop a management team and workforce of approximately 75 employees. Create a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement. Design and implement systems, processes and KPIs that drive operational excellence. Oversee vehicle preparation, service, maintenance, repair and bodyshop functions, ensuring seamless operational delivery. Manage budgets, resources and departmental performance to maximise efficiency and profitability. Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, influencing business strategy and operational decision-making. Proven experience leading large-scale automotive operations within a dealership group, fleet operation, workshop network, vehicle preparation business or automotive logistics environment. Strong commercial awareness combined with exceptional leadership and people development skills. What Success Looks Like Increased workshop utilisation, productivity and labour recovery. Improved customer satisfaction, retention and aftersales revenue performance. Stronger operational controls and measurable efficiency gains across all departments. A highly engaged leadership team capable of driving performance and developing future talent. Consistent delivery of financial targets, profitability and business growth. Scalable operational structures that support the continued expansion and success of the business. If you are a strategic leader with the drive, experience and ambition to make a significant impact within a large automotive operation, we would welcome your application. To Register your interest Contact Robert Cox - Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd on (phone number removed) and email your CV We can not accept overseas applications for this role. JOB REF: 4359RC After Sales Director - Automotive

MEP Technical Lead South East London Salary: Up to 108,000 + Comprehensive Package Hybrid Working Available Our client is a leading engineering and construction organisation delivering complex, high-profile projects across London and the South East. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced MEP Technical Lead to lead, mentor and develop a team of MEP Design Engineers while providing technical oversight across a diverse project portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced people leader who combines strong technical knowledge with proven experience managing engineering teams, supporting project delivery and driving technical excellence across an organisation. The Role As MEP Technical Lead, you will be responsible for the leadership, development and performance of a team of MEP Design Engineers. Acting as a senior technical authority, you will provide guidance, support and strategic direction to ensure engineering solutions are delivered to the highest standards. Working closely with project teams, clients and senior stakeholders, you will help drive technical consistency, resource planning and engineering best practice across multiple projects. This is a leadership role focused on people management, technical governance and operational support rather than the day-to-day production of design work. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of MEP Design Engineers. Manage team performance, workload allocation and resource planning. Provide technical guidance and support across multiple projects. Act as a senior point of escalation for technical issues and engineering challenges. Ensure engineering outputs meet required quality, compliance and industry standards. Support project teams in the successful delivery of complex MEP packages. Collaborate with clients, consultants and internal stakeholders to resolve technical matters. Drive continuous improvement, innovation and engineering best practice. Support recruitment, onboarding and development of engineering talent. Identify skills gaps and implement training and development initiatives. Contribute to business planning and operational performance within the engineering function. Promote a collaborative, high-performing team culture. About You Proven experience leading and managing teams of MEP or Building Services Engineers. Strong technical background within mechanical, electrical or building services engineering. Previous experience as a Technical Lead, Engineering Manager, MEP Manager, Building Services Manager, Associate Director or similar leadership role. Strong people management and leadership skills. Ability to influence, mentor and develop technical teams. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Commercial awareness and an understanding of project delivery environments. Chartered status or working towards chartership would be advantageous. Experience within consultancy, contractor or developer environments considered. What's on Offer Salary up to 108,000 plus an excellent benefits package. Hybrid working arrangement. Opportunity to lead and shape a growing engineering team. Exposure to complex and prestigious projects. Clear pathway into senior operational and engineering leadership positions. Long-term career development within a highly respected organisation. If you are a technically strong engineering leader who enjoys developing people, driving technical excellence and supporting successful project delivery, we would love to hear from you.

Role: Technical Pre-Sales Consultant Location: Office based in the East Midlands Working Arrangement: REMOTE AND ON CLIENT SITES ACOUND THE M4 CORRIDOR. WITH TEAM VISITS TO EAST MIDLANDS OCCASSIONALLY Salary: Up to £110k (wiggle room for the right candidate We are seeking an experienced Technical Pre-Sales Consultant to bridge the gap between customer requirements, cyber security challenges, and technical solution delivery. This role combines cyber security consultancy, solution architecture, technical leadership, and business development, supporting customers throughout the early stages of complex technology programmes. Working closely with senior customer stakeholders, architects, engineering teams, and business leaders, you will act as a trusted technical advisor, helping organisations define requirements, shape secure architectures, and develop solutions that address operational and business objectives. The position requires a strong blend of technical credibility, customer engagement skills, and commercial awareness. You will lead technical pre-sales engagements across cyber security, networking, cloud, and information assurance domains, engaging confidently with senior responsible owners, programme directors, chief architects, and technical decision-makers. Capture, analyse, and translate customer business and technical requirements into solution architectures, technical proposals, statements of work, and bid responses. Provide technical leadership throughout the sales lifecycle, ensuring proposed solutions are technically robust, commercially viable, and aligned with customer objectives. Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures encompassing secure systems integration, interoperability, cross-domain information sharing, cloud infrastructure, network design, and security controls. Work closely with engineering and product teams to ensure customer requirements are clearly understood and reflected in solution delivery. Provide technical oversight and assurance for bids, proposals, and customer-facing documentation, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with industry standards and best practices. Support security accreditation and assurance activities, collaborating with security authorities, accrediting bodies, and customer security teams to address technical risks and define compliant architectures. Maintain a detailed understanding of cyber security technologies, market trends, emerging threats, and competitor capabilities, using this knowledge to identify opportunities, influence product direction, and support strategic growth initiatives. Represent the organisation at customer meetings, industry events, workshops, demonstrations, and technical presentations, acting as a recognised subject matter expert across security architecture, secure information exchange, and systems integration. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience in technical pre-sales, solution architecture, cyber security consulting, or systems engineering within complex enterprise, defence, government, or critical national infrastructure environments. You should have a proven ability to engage with both business and technical stakeholders, produce high-quality technical documentation, and communicate complex concepts at multiple levels of technical detail. Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, information assurance frameworks, secure systems design, networking technologies, and cloud infrastructure is essential. Experience designing and integrating secure solutions across heterogeneous environments is highly desirable. The role requires excellent communication and presentation skills, strong stakeholder management capabilities, and the ability to lead technical discussions from initial discovery through to solution definition and customer approval. Desirable Knowledge Experience with security accreditation processes, risk management frameworks, secure-by-design methodologies, and government or defence security environments. Understanding of enterprise networking technologies, including segmentation, VLAN design, routing, fibre-optic infrastructure, and secure communications. Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and the challenges associated with integrating complex technology solutions across multi-vendor environments. We welcome diverse applicants and are dedicated to treating all applicants with dignity and respect, regardless of background.

Associate Finance Director for an entrepreneurial tech group in Manchester, paying up to £100k + car and bonus Your new company You will be joining a market-leading technology and software business with a proven track record of sustained growth, both organically and through acquisition. Following a period of significant transformation, the business is now entering a highly ambitious phase, with further investment planned to accelerate expansion across both existing and new markets. As part of this journey, there is a clear focus on enhancing the commercial capability, insight, and influence of the finance function. Your new role This is a high-impact, commercially focused opportunity working directly with a high-calibre CFO, offering a genuine platform to develop toward a future Finance Director position. You will play a central role in shaping the direction of the finance function, driving best practice, and embedding a more forward-looking, insight-led approach.You will be responsible for leading continuous improvement across finance, driving innovation in processes, reporting, and decision support. The role requires close collaboration with sales, marketing, and operations, ensuring finance is positioned as a true commercial partner to the business. Acting as a trusted right hand to the CFO, you will help define strategy, influence key decisions, and implement new ways of working that support growth and scalability. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience operating in complex, high-growth or multi-entity environments, ideally within technology, SaaS, or software. You will bring strong commercial acumen, with the ability to partner effectively across the business and influence senior stakeholders. Just as importantly, you will have the presence, drive, and ambition to step into a broader leadership role, with a mindset focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering tangible business outcomes. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive package of up to £100k, alongside car allowance and bonus. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with an experienced CFO who is actively looking to develop their successor, providing exposure to board-level decision-making and strategic leadership. Given the scale of recent transformation and future investment, the role is predominantly office-based, enabling you to have meaningful impact both commercially and culturally. The business offers excellent career progression, both in the UK and internationally, with a clear pathway to Finance Director typically within 12 to 24 months, dependent on performance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Project Resource Coordinator Longstanton 27,000 - 29,000 p/a Job Description: To allocate work activity in line with client needs across a team of operatives/sub-contractors spread nationwide ensuring key SLAs are consistently met. Liaise with the client to resolve queries in relation to the works being undertaken/completed providing regular updates on progress as required. Responsibilities: Effectively plan works daily for dedicated resource, ensuring client SLAs and crew profitability targets are met consistently Line manage dedicated resource on site to ensure works go ahead, and to assist with queries and on-site issues Liaise directly with the client/third parties to resolve queries/issues relating to the work being undertaken Liaise with third parties for specialist requirements (e.g. Traffic management, pest control, electricians) Submission of permits on NAR database in advance of works being completed, liaising with Highways Authorities as required to ensure works go ahead wherever possible, and manage through to completion ensuring permit is closed on completion of works with measure provided by engineers on site Complete specialist application forms for permits such as TTROs Monitor daily submissions on GEO-Sight and report findings/anomalies to operatives/sub-contractors for correction escalating to Project Delivery Managers and Directors Manage orders through to completion on internal and client databases in real time ensuring data entry is accurate and complete Manage interim reinstatements and Highways Authority defects to ensure all are within SLA and fines and associated costs are kept to a minimum Produce J-orders, organise stock takes, materials and stores where required Ensure DFEs are updated and correct prior to billing, including all additional costs for applications and traffic management are applied, and any discrepancies between original job packs and works required on site are corrected Check and sign off invoices to be passed to Manager Coordinate resource, equipment etc. to sites to ensure works go ahead, sometimes with the assistance of Site Agents Input gang wages to timesheet and confirm wages for price-work crews weekly - if requested by line manager Provide regular and detailed information on outstanding and in progress works to the Resource Scheduling Manager, and to the client, for priority areas Receive and co-ordinate urgent/dangerous 2 hour works within the client SLA Retrieve stats for all works where required to ensure works can go ahead in a safe and timely manner Skills: Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively, manage conflicting priorities and achieve deadlines Good eye for detail, completing work with a high degree of accuracy Able to work in a fast paced, changing environment taking commercially astute decisions Able to receive constructive feedback, maintain respect and mutually agree any action required for you to take in response Wants to be part of a team, wants to succeed as a team Good IT skills, competent with the use of internet, email and Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook) Motivated and enthusiastic, able to work independently using own initiative as well as part of a dynamic team Competencies: Planning & Organising Attention to Detail Commercial Awareness Effective Communication Stakeholder Management Qualifications: NRSWA/HAUC knowledge desirable Knowledge of permit schemes desirable To apply for this role and find out more details, please forward your CV to (url removed) We thank all applicants who respond, but only those short listed will be contacted.

Dispute Resolution Associate / Senior Associate (3-5 + PQE) Derby or Nottingham 60,000 - 75,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Litigation Associate or Senior Associate to join a highly regarded regional law firm with a strong reputation across the Midlands. This is a fantastic role for a commercial litigator looking to join a well-established and collaborative disputes team, advising an impressive and diverse client base including businesses, directors, property owners and high-net-worth individuals. The team handles a broad spread of complex and high-quality contentious matters, offering genuine variety alongside the opportunity to develop your own specialisms over time. The Opportunity You will work across a broad range of disputes including: Commercial and contract disputes Property and landlord & tenant litigation Professional negligence claims Debt recovery and general civil litigation matters Defamation and reputational disputes The role offers strong levels of autonomy, direct client exposure and the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners who are committed to developing and progressing talent internally. About You Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with experience in litigation/dispute resolution who are looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking regional platform. You will ideally: Have solid experience handling a broad litigation caseload Be commercially minded with strong client relationship skills Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a growing team Be ambitious and motivated by long-term progression opportunities Value high-quality work without the culture often associated with larger city firms Why Apply? High-quality and varied disputes work Strong regional reputation and established client base Clear progression opportunities locally Supportive and collaborative team culture Flexible working environment Competitive salary and benefits package This is an excellent opportunity for a Litigation Solicitor seeking high-calibre work, genuine career progression and the chance to build their long-term future within a respected regional firm. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Associate Director (Progression to Director) Cardiff Up to 65,000 Aztrum is excited to be partnering with a vibrant, design-focused architectural practice celebrated for delivering innovative, high-quality projects across a number of sectors. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious Associate ready to step into a strategic leadership role, with a clear pathway to Director level. You will take ownership of impactful projects, play a key role in shaping the future direction of the business, and build and lead a small team within your first year. This position is ideal for someone eager to influence growth, expand into new sectors, and contribute at both a creative and strategic level. The Role of an Associate (Future Director Pathway): Lead and develop projects from concept through to completion, ensuring design excellence and commercial success Play a strategic role in shaping the business direction, identifying new opportunities, and supporting growth into new sectors Build, mentor, and grow a small team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing studio environment Work closely with architects, consultants, and stakeholders to deliver imaginative, cohesive design solutions Produce high-quality concept designs, technical drawings, and detailed project documentation Advise on materials, spatial strategy, and innovative design approaches across all project stages Carry out site visits and liaise with contractors to ensure delivery aligns with design intent and regulations Contribute to business development, client relationships, and long-term partnerships Key Requirements of an Associate: Strong Revit and AutoCAD skills are essential; BIM experience is a major advantage Excellent understanding of UK planning policy, building regulations, and modern construction methods A strategic mindset with the ambition to step into a Director-level position Proven ability or strong desire to lead teams and manage projects independently A proactive, design-led approach with a passion for innovation and detail Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently engage clients, consultants, and internal teams Interest in business growth, sector expansion, and studio leadership If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a practice where your creativity, leadership, and strategic input will genuinely shape the future of the business, this is your moment. Send your CV to (url removed) to find out more!

Real Estate / Commercial Property Partner Southampton (commutable distance required) International Law Firm The Opportunity A leading international law firm is seeking to appoint a Real Estate / Commercial Property Partner to join its well-established and highly resourced Southampton office. This is an outstanding opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a dynamic, full-service real estate practice, acting for a diverse client base including developers, investors, funds, corporates, and public sector bodies. The firm offers a collaborative environment, strong cross-office support, and significant existing work streams, providing an excellent platform for an ambitious Partner or an experienced Senior Associate / Legal Director ready to step up. The Role You will lead on a broad range of high-quality real estate matters, including: Acquisitions and disposals across commercial, mixed-use, and residential assets Real estate development and land assembly projects Leasing, asset management, and landlord & tenant matters Real estate joint ventures and co-investment structures Forward funding arrangements and real estate finance transactions ESG-compliant leasing and development structuring Infrastructure and energy-related real estate projects Tax-efficient structuring and SPV governance Commercial, residential, and agricultural property disputes You will also play a key role in client relationship management, business development, and team leadership. The Candidate We are keen to speak with individuals who: Are currently operating at Partner level or are a Senior Associate / Legal Director ready for progression Have a strong technical background across a wide range of commercial real estate matters Bring a following and/or demonstrable business case Have experience working with a diverse client base including investors, developers, and corporates Possess strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development Are based within commutable distance of Southampton What's on Offer A clear and supported pathway to Partnership (if stepping up) Access to a well-resourced, collaborative team with strong national and international links High-quality work and excellent client exposure A platform to build and grow your practice with full strategic support Competitive remuneration and benefits package Candidates interested in this opportunity should contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge.

AI Solution Architect - Senior Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: London Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13117 Senior AI Solution Architects are required to support the design, implementation and scaling of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI, cloud and data architecture, with experience designing enterprise AI solutions and translating business requirements into scalable technical architectures. You will play a key role in shaping AI architecture strategy, leading technical teams and supporting organisations as they move from strategy and experimentation through to enterprise deployment. You will work closely with AI Engineers, Data Scientists, Enterprise Architects, MLOps teams, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI solutions that drive measurable business outcomes. Key responsibilities: Translating business objectives into AI architecture strategies, roadmaps and scalable solution designs Designing and implementing end to end AI and ML architectures across enterprise environments Defining scalable, performant and cost optimised deployment patterns across cloud, containerised and GPU enabled environments Supporting AI implementation programmes from proof of concept through to enterprise deployment and optimisation Evaluating and selecting technologies across open source and commercial platforms Designing and integrating AI solutions into existing enterprise systems and applications Working with AI Engineers, Data Scientists and technical teams to support AI delivery and scaling initiatives Supporting AI governance, security, risk and regulatory considerations throughout the delivery lifecycle Supporting architecture governance, technical review boards and design authorities Building relationships with technical and business stakeholders across large scale transformation programmes Producing solution design documentation, implementation plans and technical proposals Providing technical leadership and mentoring within multidisciplinary teams Experience Required: Experience designing AI, ML or modern data architectures within enterprise environments Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks or similar technologies Experience architecting scalable AI and ML solutions across serverless, containerised or GPU enabled environments Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, semantic search and RAG patterns Exposure to vector databases and agent frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph or similar technologies Understanding of MLOps, LLMOps and model lifecycle management principles Experience designing APIs and integrating AI solutions into enterprise environments Strong understanding of modern data architectures and platform design principles Experience presenting architectural designs to technical and business stakeholders Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments This is a strong opportunity for an AI architecture professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments. For more information make an application today! Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed)

AI Solution Architect - Senior Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: Edinburgh Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13118 Senior AI Solution Architects are required to support the design, implementation and scaling of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI, cloud and data architecture, with experience designing enterprise AI solutions and translating business requirements into scalable technical architectures. You will play a key role in shaping AI architecture strategy, leading technical teams and supporting organisations as they move from strategy and experimentation through to enterprise deployment. You will work closely with AI Engineers, Data Scientists, Enterprise Architects, MLOps teams, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI solutions that drive measurable business outcomes. Key responsibilities: Translating business objectives into AI architecture strategies, roadmaps and scalable solution designs Designing and implementing end to end AI and ML architectures across enterprise environments Defining scalable, performant and cost optimised deployment patterns across cloud, containerised and GPU enabled environments Supporting AI implementation programmes from proof of concept through to enterprise deployment and optimisation Evaluating and selecting technologies across open source and commercial platforms Designing and integrating AI solutions into existing enterprise systems and applications Working with AI Engineers, Data Scientists and technical teams to support AI delivery and scaling initiatives Supporting AI governance, security, risk and regulatory considerations throughout the delivery lifecycle Supporting architecture governance, technical review boards and design authorities Building relationships with technical and business stakeholders across large scale transformation programmes Producing solution design documentation, implementation plans and technical proposals Providing technical leadership and mentoring within multidisciplinary teams Experience Required: Experience designing AI, ML or modern data architectures within enterprise environments Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks or similar technologies Experience architecting scalable AI and ML solutions across serverless, containerised or GPU enabled environments Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, semantic search and RAG patterns Exposure to vector databases and agent frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph or similar technologies Understanding of MLOps, LLMOps and model lifecycle management principles Experience designing APIs and integrating AI solutions into enterprise environments Strong understanding of modern data architectures and platform design principles Experience presenting architectural designs to technical and business stakeholders Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments This is a strong opportunity for an AI architecture professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments. For more information make an application today! Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed)