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We have an exciting new opportunity to join a busy multi-disciplinary coastal and flood engineering team, managing flood and erosion risk on the south coast. Coastal Partners provides a Coastal Risk Management Service to Havant Borough Council, Portsmouth City Council, Gosport Borough Council, Fareham Borough Council and Chichester District Council improving community resilience, and enhancing the natural environment in response to the risks from flooding and coastal erosion. This area includes three major harbours of significant environmental importance and over 246km of coastline. What you'll be doing We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Team Leader/Subject Matter Expert (TL/SME) to join our Client and Engineering Service, to lead on the delivery of our beach management plans, with experience, or interest in the following role: Team Leader/Subject Matter Expert - Client Delivery Team To manage flood and erosion risk to our communities, we undertake annual beach management works that maintain healthy beach levels along our coastline. Drawing all our beach management works together under a single Beach Management Programme will drive consistency and efficiency across our Partner Authorities. This role seeks to establish a motivated specialist to lead the programme and to inspire and motivate others for all our Beach Management Activities coordinating them across our capital projects portfolio. The main responsibilities involve coordination and oversight of each of our Beach Management Activities with our delivery partners, overseeing delivery programmes, preparing and submitting funding applications and complying with environmental constraints. The outcome of these are successful annual and bi-annual works across our Coastal Authority Partners. To be successful you will champion the need for, and outcomes of, effective Beach Management. Success will also depend on motivating and developing team members, devising and executing clear comms and engagement plans, procurement strategies, good contract management, and application of consistent project management processes. Experience in applying for grant funding and managing budgets over multiple years is advantageous to deliver projects on budget. The role has responsibility for reporting progress at project and programme levels to a wide audience of interested stakeholders. You will also have a strong appreciation of our coastal monitoring surveys and coastal processes research, to help adapt the effectiveness of the beach management activities across the Partnership. The role also holds accountability as Project Manager for capital and revenue projects, delivering through our Framework contractors and consultants. All our contracts are managed using NEC4, and experience of managing NEC Contracts is desirable. You will have experience of leading and developing small teams, and supervising team members to ensure successful delivery of capital and revenue projects. This role also supports our Client and Engineering Service and may involve supervision of more junior team members, promotion of the service, and supporting our asset management annual work. You will need a degree in Civil Engineering, Water and Coastal Management or related discipline and applications are welcome from experienced candidates, with relevant training provided to support your role. The initial salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. What we can offer you A competitive salary Support for your continuous professional development Generous Leave Allowance Free Parking Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible/Hybrid working to support your work-life balance Family Friendly Packages A comprehensive benefits package, find out more on our website We are a dynamic service with a fresh and optimistic approach to meeting challenges and opportunities and are committed to developing our people through training and support to offer a varied experience. This role requires frequent outdoor work, site work and attendance at our offices, blended with home working. You will need to be able to drive. To Apply Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4) minutes. Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful. We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile. Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 15 July 2026 and interviews will be held week commencing 3 August 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing date. We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response. REF-

Assistant Service Manager - Birchington Full Time Supported Living Salary: £29,012 per annum (pro rata) + £1,200 Complexity Enhancement Lead with compassion. Inspire your team. Make a real difference. At Avenues, we're more than a workplace - we're a community. A place where people feel valued, supported and inspired to achieve great things together. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Service Manager to join our supported living service in Birchington . If you're currently an Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Supervisor within social care and are ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. About the service You'll be supporting three brothers with learning disabilities, autism and some behaviours of concern . The service can be challenging so we're looking for someone who can remain calm, compassionate and confident in those moments. Your ability to respond with patience, consistency and a positive, person-centered approach will make a real difference to the lives of the people we support and to the team around you. Flexibility is important too, as the role includes taking part in a management cover of Rota that may involve both day and night shifts. About the role Working alongside the Service Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the people we support receive the highest quality care while developing and motivating a positive, high-performing team. You'll be a visible leader who enjoys working alongside your team, promoting best practice and creating a culture where everyone feels supported to succeed. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the operational management of the service. Leading, coaching and developing the staff team. Delivering high-quality, person-centred support. Promoting independence while balancing positive risk-taking with safeguarding responsibilities. Supporting recruitment, induction, supervision and performance management. Managing budgets and financial processes alongside the Service Manager. Ensuring compliance with legislation, CQC standards, policies and best practice. Encouraging continuous improvement across the service. Participating in the on-call rota. Working pattern Flexibility is essential as this role includes: Early shifts: 7:00am - 3:00pm Late shifts: 3:00pm - 10:00pm A management cover rota, including occasional waking night shifts where required. Weekend working as part of your Practice Lead responsibilities. Participation in the on-call rota. About you You'll be someone who leads by example and brings energy, resilience and compassion to everything you do. You'll have: Experience in a supervisory or management role within social care. A strong background supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs. Knowledge of current legislation, safeguarding and regulatory standards. Experience managing budgets and financial information. Excellent communication and leadership skills. The ability to motivate, coach and develop others. A positive, proactive and solution-focused approach. A full UK driving licence is desirable, although not essential, as it enables travel to the service and use of service vehicles. What you'll receive We believe great people deserve great support, so we offer: £29,012 per annum (pro rata) £1,200 annual Complexity Enhancement High-quality training and career development opportunities Paid enhanced DBS Flexible working Blue Light Card and Benefits website discounts Paid annual leave (pro rata) Contributory pension scheme with life assurance Free, confidential 24/7 health, wellbeing and counselling support Recommend a Friend scheme - earn up to £500 Ready to take the next step? If you're passionate about developing people, delivering exceptional support and making a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team where your leadership truly changes lives. Disability Confident As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be offered the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Supported Living Manager Location: Carmarthenshire Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week Salary: £30,500 - £34,500 - dependent on experience About Perthyn At Perthyn, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful and fulfilling life in a place they are proud to call home. Our work is guided by our core values: Integrity, Empowerment, Inclusivity, Belonging, Accountability, Innovation, Accomplishment and Resilience . We support people to develop independence, build meaningful relationships, and take part in activities that truly matter to them. Everything we do is centred on the individual, ensuring people are empowered to live the lives they choose. About the Role We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Supported Living Manager to lead and manage two support teams in Carmarthenshire. This is a leadership role where you will be accountable for the performance, quality, and compliance of a small cluster of supported living services. You will lead, inspire, and develop teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs, enabling them to live independently and actively participate in their communities. You will work closely with other Supported Living Managers and report to the Regional Manager, contributing to a strong and supportive leadership network. What You Will Be Doing As a Supported Living Manager, you will: Lead the day-to-day running of people's support services, ensuring safe, effective, and high-quality support Manage and develop staff teams, including supervision, appraisals, and performance management Ensure staffing levels, rotas and resources are effectively planned to meet people's support needs Promote and embed person-centred approaches that maximise independence, choice, and inclusion Support individuals with a range of needs, including those who may display behaviours that challenge Build and maintain strong relationships with families, commissioners, health professionals, and external agencies Advocate on behalf of the people we support to achieve the best possible outcomes Oversee financial performance, managing budgets and resources responsibly Ensure compliance with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) Regulations, statutory guidance and National Minimum Standards Contribute to quality assurance processes and drive continuous improvement Lead and facilitate team meetings, addressing challenges proactively and positively Act as a visible and hands-on leader, providing direct support where required Respond to operational needs, including out-of-hours support via our on-call rota What We Are Looking For We are looking for a values-driven leader who is passionate about making a difference. Have a minimum of 5 years' experience working within the learning disabilities sector Have experience of taking a leading role and motivating staff Have experience supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge Hold a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) Competent in Microsoft Office applications and experienced in navigating a variety of IT systems, with the ability to learn new platforms quickly Be committed to working towards a Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care , if not already achieved Have a strong understanding of relevant legislation , including the Mental Capacity Act, Health & Safety requirements, Safeguarding processes, Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) Regulations, statutory guidance and National Minimum Standards Demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Be confident managing multiple priorities within a dynamic environment Have experience of managing budgets and resources effectively Be committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred, and inclusive support Hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel within the region What You Can Expect from Us When you join Perthyn, you will become part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that truly values its people. We offer: Employee benefits scheme with discounts across high street stores and online retailers Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice and support Flexible working opportunities, including Cycle to Work and work-back day options Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development Fully funded DBS check, Update Service and Social Care Wales registration A welcoming and inclusive workplace culture Ongoing support from experienced leaders and peers The opportunity to positively shape and improve the lives of the people we support A role where your contribution is recognised and valued Safer Recruitment This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Perthyn is committed to safer recruitment practices and to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of the people we support. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. Next Steps If you are a passionate and experienced leader ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us empower people to live the lives they choose. Requirements: Please click to download a copy of the Job description

Finance and HR Payroll Assistant Fantastic opportunity to work in an outstanding London school ASAP or September start Finance and HR Payroll Assistant assisting the Finance and HR managers Be familiar with Arbour Part time post 3 days a week Salary £19,259 - £20,320 Interviews ASAP JOB DESCRIPTION As the Finance and HR Payroll Assistant you will play a key role to provide efficient and effective financial, payroll and administrative support to the Head of Finance and wider school leadership team. The potholder will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, supporting budget monitoring, and ensuring compliance with school financial procedures. A strong working knowledge of Access and DocuWare software is essential for this role. They are seeking someone with technical expertise and excellent interpersonal skills, who can confidently manage systems and support colleagues . The school are keen to look over Finance and HR Payroll Assistant CVs and interview Finance and HR Payroll Assistant's ASAP. SCHOOL INFORMATION At the school they have a deep and genuine commitment to provide an education that is unsurpassed anywhere in the world. Their mission is 'Education is Success'. This captures the sense of optimism and determination to succeed that permeates through the school. They aim to develop resilience in their students, and the ability to be tenacious in their quest to be the best that they can be in all aspects of their lives. They draw out their individual talents and celebrate their personal achievements and their individual contribution. The successful Finance and HR Payroll Assistant must. Provide administrative support to the Head of Finance and finance team. Respond to queries from staff, suppliers, and external stakeholders professionally and promptly. Assist with maintaining contracts, service agreements, and finance-related correspondence. Support procurement and stock control processes where required. REQUIREMENTS Applications are welcome from Finance and HR Payroll Assistant's at any stage in their career. All applicants will need experience of working in a secondary school environment. Please send your CV to Gavin at Reeson Education ASAP Reeson Education: Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

Role Purpose To apply specialist knowledge, expertise and experience to deliver and oversee highly complex, high-impact transformation programmes (in this case, the Children's Social Care and Additional Needs and Disabilities Transformation Programmes), ensuring alignment with the Senior Responsible Owner's vision and strategic objectives. Manage multifaceted, high-stakes programmes that drive transformational change, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable benefits, significantly contributing to the Council's long-term priorities. Effectively manage diverse stakeholder relationships and lead cross functional teams, the Specialist Programme Manager drives initiatives that significantly enhance service delivery, optimise operational efficiency, and deliver lasting value to residents and key stakeholders. Key Accountabilities 1. Lead the design, execution, and delivery of highly complex transformation programme/s, ensuring alignment with the Council's long-term strategic priorities and objectives. Applying deep subject matter expertise to inform specialist programme design and execution, ensuring relevance and impact. 2. Drive the development and secure approval of comprehensive business cases and change requests, ensuring they are strategically aligned with the Council's vision of sustainability and community empowerment. 3. Engage with Programme Boards, providing critical updates and strategic insights, ensuring programmes are on track to support and advance the Council's overarching goals. 4. Oversee and manage substantial programme budgets, ensuring the strategic allocation of resources to drive economic resilience and sustainable growth. 5. Ensure that all projects within the specialist programme are strategically aligned and integrated, maximising their collective impact and advancing the strategic vision of the client group. 6. Identify and manage cross-programme dependencies, ensuring strategic coherence and seamless delivery to address complex challenges facing the client and the Council. 7. Lead on management of risks and issues across the specialist programme, ensuring prompt escalation and resolution to safeguard the Council's service delivery standards. 8. Deliver high-level, progress reports to senior management and key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the Council's strategic objectives and maintaining accountability throughout the programme lifecycle. 9. Work closely with the Assistant Director for Transformation and other senior stakeholders to ensure that cross programme dependencies are mapped and managed. 10. Lead the delivery of programme assurance, ensuring that the programme remains on track and consistently delivers value, contributing to the Council's continuous improvement and long-term strategic success. 11. Line manage, oversee and mentor team members, managing and supporting their performance to build their professional capabilities. Use metrics and feedback to drive continuous improvement. Review evaluations of project outcomes to identify areas for enhancement and implement best practices. 12. To coordinate and ensure optimum deployment of resources across the projects within the programme the role is responsible for. Transformation Team and Children, Families & Lifelong Learning (CFLL) Savings team will operate in a dynamic, agile environment, delivering strategic transformation initiatives across the council, working very closely with the CFLL Directorate. Emphasising continuous improvement, the service requires team members to proactively identify opportunities for collaboration, optimisation, and efficiency gains. Effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders are essential for the successful delivery of transformation initiatives. The team is committed to excellence, innovation, and strategic alignment, focusing on delivering value and driving positive change across the organisation. Specialist Programme Managers work within a matrix programme team, collaborating with colleagues across the council. They lead significant and complex programmes in a specialist area of the council, demonstrating agility and flexibility to work within and beyond this client group as required. They quickly and credibly embed themselves into new areas of work, applying their specialist expertise, knowledge and experience across all the programme management disciplines. They combine the breadth and depth of their programme management expertise with a deep knowledge in a specialist part of the council, allowing them to lead highly specialist programmes of work. The Specialist Programme Manager role demands significant effort and responsibility, leading highly complex, high-impact transformation programmes that require strategic foresight and exemplary planning. They navigate intricate stakeholder landscapes, manage substantial resources, and ensure all projects align with the council's long-term vision. By driving transformational change and overseeing multifaceted projects, they foster continuous improvement and innovation, significantly contributing to the council's sustained success and operational excellence. Connect2Surrey is a trading style of Surrey & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Surrey County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Surrey is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and develop a UK-based operational function. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for ensuring efficient, scalable, and high-performing operations across multiple departments. With direct responsibility for approximately staff. The successful candidate will bring a fresh perspective, strong leadership capability, and a track record of improving operational performance within structured and regulated environments. This position is accountable for the end-to-end oversight of UK operations. The role focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness, strengthening supply chain resilience, and delivering consistent performance through structured processes and continuous improvement. You will work closely with senior leadership to help shape the operational strategy, while also ensuring day-to-day execution meets business and customer requirements. Responsibilities Provide leadership and direction across all operational departments, including production, warehousing, inventory control, procurement, and quality functions Lead and coach a team of departmental managers, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture Oversee daily operational activity to ensure output, service levels, and quality expectations are consistently achieved Develop and execute operational plans aligned with business objectives and growth targets Drive improvements in efficiency, productivity, and cost control while maintaining high standards Ensure supply chain robustness, with particular focus on material availability and supplier performance Work cross-functionally with commercial teams to align demand forecasts with operational capacity and supply planning Establish and track performance using data-driven metrics, including the implementation of digital KPI dashboards Identify and implement process improvements using lean or continuous improvement methodologies Manage operational budgets, capacity planning, and resource allocation Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders, both internally and externally Collaborate with international locations to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing across the wider business Experience: Proven experience in an operational leadership role within a manufacturing, engineering, or similarly structured environment Strong leadership and people management capability Exposure to supply chain, procurement, or materials planning is highly desirable Solid understanding of operational best practice, including process optimisation and continuous improvement approaches Experience working within a regulated industry is advantageous Demonstrated success in delivering measurable operational improvements Experience implementing/managing performance tracking systems and KPIs If you are an experienced Operations Leader who wants to shape operational strategy, drive improvements and work closely with senior leadership team, then please apply for immediate consideration.

We are seeking a VMware Aria Operations/VMware Cloud Foundation Architect to lead the design, optimisation, and strategic evolution of a large-scale enterprise monitoring and observability platform. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across monitoring, logging, reporting, automation, and capacity management functions, working closely with operational and technical teams to drive platform reliability and operational excellence. This is a Full time contract engagement commencing in mid-July. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical authority for VMware Aria Operations, Aria Operations for Logs, and associated observability platforms. Design and implement enterprise monitoring, logging, alerting, and reporting strategies. Translate high-level business and technical requirements into scalable architectural solutions. Define and build advanced dashboards, reports, and service health views for multiple enterprise environments. Design custom metrics, data collection frameworks, and automation capabilities to improve operational visibility. Provide thought leadership on proactive monitoring, event correlation, capacity management, and operational best practices. Lead root-cause analysis activities and provide architectural recommendations to improve platform resilience and performance. Establish monitoring standards, governance models, and operational procedures. Support capacity planning, trend analysis, and infrastructure growth forecasting. Collaborate with infrastructure, platform, networking, and cloud teams to ensure end-to-end observability across the estate. Mentor operational teams and provide technical leadership across monitoring and management platforms. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive architecture and design experience with VMware Aria Operations and Aria Operations for Logs. Strong understanding of VMware Cloud Foundation operational management. Proven experience designing enterprise-scale monitoring, observability, and reporting solutions. Experience creating custom dashboards, reports, alerts, policies, and automated workflows. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to challenge, influence, and provide strategic recommendations VMware Aria Operations for Networks (formerly vRealize Network Insight). VMware Lifecycle Manager. VMware Cloud Foundation environments. Enterprise observability and monitoring strategy development. Understanding of: VMware vSphere, VMware NSX, VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM), Kubernetes. Prometheus Infrastructure monitoring and observability best practices Capacity and performance management Apply now or email

More About The Role Are you an entrepreneurial, customer-focused leader with a passion for retail and community? Join Morrisons Daily as a Convenience Store Manager and run your store like it's your own business! We are looking for a dedicated shopkeeper to lead one of our busy stores. Your mission will be to serve your customers, support your colleagues, and champion your local community, ensuring the store is the best place to work and shop. As the heart of your store, you will be responsible for driving success across four key areas: Customer & Commercial Performance Entrepreneurial Spirit: Treat the store as your own business, constantly seeking innovative ways to improve the commercial offering, drive sales, and manage costs effectively. Best-in-Class Experience: Lead your team to deliver exceptional customer service, challenging the norm and thinking of new ways to make the customer experience the best in the market, in line with the Morrisons brand promise. Team Leadership & Development Cultivating Talent: Oversee all people activities; from recruitment and induction to training and ongoing development. Inclusive Culture: Build and champion an inclusive culture where every colleague is motivated, empowered, and equipped to deliver outstanding service and achieve their full potential. Operational Excellence Standards & Compliance: Ensure all operational procedures, health and safety, and compliance standards are rigorously met, maintaining an attractive, safe, and efficient shopping environment. Flexibility: As hours are driven by business and customer needs, this role requires flexibility, including early mornings, late nights, and weekend work. Community Engagement Local Champion: Build strong, positive relationships within the local community, understanding the vital role your store plays and actively seeking ways to offer support. About You We are looking for leaders who can inspire, adapt, and deliver results. While prior experience in a fast-paced, service-focused environment (such as retail, convenience, or hospitality) is beneficial, we prioritise the following leadership qualities: People Development: A genuine passion for spotting, coaching, and developing talent within your team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture. Inspiration & Influence: The ability to motivate and inspire your team, while also listening and influencing stakeholders to think broadly about new ways of doing things. Hands-On Attitude: A willingness to "roll up your sleeves" and work alongside your team to support the delivery of day-to-day store objectives. Resilience: High level of personal resilience and strong problem-solving skills to navigate challenges effectively. Please note: Some stores offer Post Office services. If so, a P250 financial check will be required as part of your offer of employment. Successful verification of this check is mandatory to start employment. More Perks Salary: We don't advertise salary because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Morrisons. Our recruitment team will always discuss this with you early in the process as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. Annual leave: 28 days holiday Colleague Discount: 15% discount across convenience, supermarkets and online Company Pension: Contributory scheme Sir Ken Morrison Leadership School: Internal leadership school offering a University accredited development programme Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to Vita Health & Aviva digital GP 'My Morri' Exclusive Discounts: Instant discounts on everyday purchases, dining and leisure plus online cashback and reloadable cards We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. More About Us Morrisons acquired the McColl s business in 2022, rapidly expanding our convenience proposition. Today, we have a network of 1,700 convenience stores nationwide, both company owned and franchised. Our aim is to be the 'go to' neighbourhood shop, providing a fantastic range of quality everyday products and services, close to home, so we re always available when customers need us most. We offer local convenience at supermarket value; a recognised brand that people can trust. What Happens Next? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but feel your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the perfect candidate for this or another role. Application: Submit your application online Screening Call: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by a recruiter for an informal discussion to explore your experience and suitability Interview: Successful candidates will be invited to an interview with the Area Manager. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please contact (url removed) and we will endeavour to support you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Facilities Manager / Building Manager to oversee two high-profile conference and convention venues in Birmingham. Key Responsibilities This role is responsible for leading facilities operations and customer-focused projects across multiple sites, ensuring the safe, compliant and high-quality delivery of services for clients, visitors and event delegates. Acting as the key liaison between venue operations and facilities service providers, you will play a critical role in maintaining operational standards, driving continuous improvement and supporting the delivery of world-class events. Lead the management of facilities services across multiple venues, ensuring buildings are maintained to the highest operational and presentation standards. Act as the primary point of contact for hard and soft FM service providers, monitoring performance, prioritising issues and ensuring service level agreements are achieved. Oversee health, safety, fire safety, accessibility and compliance requirements through audits, inspections, training and stakeholder collaboration. Drive sustainability and environmental initiatives, supporting energy efficiency programmes and environmental management objectives. Manage venue improvement projects and capital expenditure programmes from business case development through to successful delivery. Ensure cleaning, maintenance and presentation standards are consistently maintained across all facilities. Monitor and report on operational KPIs, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive performance improvements. Support business continuity and operational resilience through proactive facilities management and risk mitigation. Person Specification Experience in an Assistant Building Manager / Facilities Manager position ideally within a commercial environment. Strong understanding of planned preventative maintenance (PPM), building compliance and contractor management. Demonstrated experience managing projects, budgets and multiple stakeholder groups. Excellent knowledge of health, safety and fire safety legislation and best practice. Professional qualifications such as an FM-related degree, IWFM qualification or equivalent are desirable. NEBOSH General Certificate and Fire Safety qualifications are highly advantageous. Strong organisational, communication and IT skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Commercially aware, adaptable and capable of making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Package Salary up to 42,000 25 days annual leave Pension contribution Life Assurance cover Private Medical Insurance Free onsite parking and lunch when working Access to corporate discounts 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.

AWE is an organisation with a unique and vital purpose: protecting the UK through world-class nuclear science and technology. Acting as a senior leader within the Science & Engineering Category Management space, in the role of Senior Category Manager , you will drive the design, management and implementation of targeted category strategies focusing on Science and Engineering, in particular lab equipment, chemicals and consumables categories. Location: Reading, with free onsite parking. Package: 63,270 to 85,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Category Manager within the Science & Engineering function, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering category strategies that support AWE's mission and operational priorities. You will provide commercial leadership across complex and highly regulated areas, ensuring that sourcing, supplier management, and contract delivery are aligned to business objectives and governance requirements. This role combines strategic oversight with operational delivery. You will lead the development and execution of category strategies across consumables and equipment, working closely with senior stakeholders to influence direction, secure endorsement, and drive measurable value. You will also ensure robust contract management and supplier performance, supporting continuous improvement, resilience, and long-term capability across the supply base. Operating within a highly regulated environment, you will be expected to apply strong commercial judgement, ensure compliance with established processes, and contribute to the wider evolution of the Commercial function. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of category strategies across Science & Engineering consumables and equipment Providing end-to-end commercial ownership of contracts within your area of accountability, from sourcing through to delivery and ongoing management Driving strategic sourcing activity, including market engagement, tendering, negotiation, and supplier selection Building and maintaining effective relationships with senior internal stakeholders to influence requirements, priorities, and strategic outcomes Managing and developing supplier relationships to improve performance, deliver value, and support long-term partnership objectives Monitoring supplier performance and leading structured performance and review activities Applying appropriate contracting approaches (e.g. NEC, AWE standard terms) to ensure effective risk allocation and commercial outcomes Supporting the delivery of commercial strategies and programmes aligned to AWE's organisational objectives Leading, coaching, and influencing others within the function to support delivery of team and functional plans Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement in line with Commercial processes and governance requirements Who are we looking for? We are looking for experienced procurement professionals who can operate credibly in a complex, regulated environment. You will be confident managing senior stakeholders, applying sound commercial judgement, and balancing delivery with strong governance. Experience within the public sector or similarly regulated industries is advantageous. A CIPS Level 4 qualification (or working towards) is desirable. You may bring experience in some of the following areas: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts and framework agreements Developing and delivering category strategies Managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities Commercial pricing models (e.g. target cost, incentive-based arrangements) End-to-end strategic sourcing (strategy, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, award) Working within established Procurement or Category Management functions Operating within cross-functional teams across programmes or projects Knowledge of public procurement regulations, including PA23 (desirable) You will be able to work calmly and effectively in a changing environment, managing your own workload and priorities. A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to deliver against deadlines are essential. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2-3 days onsite per week.

Purpose of the Role The Group HR Advisor delivers high-quality, operational HR support across the full employee lifecycle. This role blends hands-on HR administration with proactive advisory support, acting as a trusted first point of contact for both managers and employees. You will provide practical, solutions-focused guidance on a broad range of people matters, including employee relations, policy interpretation, absence management, and recruitment. The role requires sound judgement, confidence in applying HR best practice, and a strong commitment to consistency and compliance. As a key member of the HR team, you will contribute to strengthening people practices, enhancing the employee experience, and supporting a positive, aligned organisational culture. Reporting Line Reporting to: HR Director Location Basildon Travel to other sites as required Key Responsibilities1. Recruitment & Onboarding Partner with hiring managers to support workforce planning, job scoping, and recruitment activity Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes including advertising, screening, and interviews Ensure a professional and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring journey Lead onboarding processes, including new starter inductions Liaise with recruitment agencies and preferred suppliers Monitor agency performance and recruitment costs Maintain accurate recruitment records and reporting Identify opportunities to improve recruitment and selection processes 2. Employee Relations & Policy Support Provide timely, practical HR advice to managers and employees on policies, procedures, and people matters Support employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management Assist with investigations, minute-taking, outcome documentation, and case tracking Escalate complex or high-risk cases to the HR Director as appropriate Promote fair and consistent application of policies across the organisation Support early intervention approaches to performance and wellbeing concerns 3. HR Operations & Compliance Manage employee lifecycle administration (starters, leavers, changes) with accuracy and efficiency Maintain and update HR systems (People HR) ensuring data integrity and compliance Produce and analyse HR metrics (e.g. absence, turnover, engagement trends) Support internal audits and compliance requirements Ensure all HR practices align with UK employment legislation and company standards 4. Culture & Engagement Support delivery and analysis of the annual Employee Engagement Survey Work with stakeholders to implement actionable engagement initiatives Promote company values, behaviours, and a positive working environment Contribute to initiatives that enhance inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement 5. HR Projects & Continuous Improvement Support the development and review of HR policies and procedures Contribute to HR projects and cross-site initiatives Assist with HR communications, briefings, and guidance materials Act as an HR representative during audits or external reviews Identify and implement opportunities to improve HR processes and service delivery People Management & Support Guide and support managers in applying performance, development, and attendance processes Promote consistency, fairness, and accountability in people management practices Support development of HR resources, templates, and toolkits to enhance management capability Act as a role model for professional, respectful, and values-driven behaviours Relationship Management Build strong, trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation Maintain effective communication with Trade Union representatives Collaborate across departments and sites to support a unified culture Approach all interactions with professionalism, credibility, and a solutions-focused mindset Self-Management Operate with integrity, discretion, and strict confidentiality Proactively manage workload, priorities, and deadlines Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment Maintain up-to-date HR knowledge through continuous learning and external benchmarking Take initiative in identifying improvements and contributing to team effectiveness Qualifications, Skills & Experience Proven experience in an HR Advisor, HR Coordinator, or HR Generalist role (ideally within an SME or multi-site environment) CIPD qualified, or working towards CIPD Level 5, or equivalent practical experience Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels Experience using HR systems (People HR or similar) and Microsoft Office tools High level of professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential matters Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Resilient, proactive, and adaptable with a positive approach Fluent in English; additional language skills (e.g. Polish) are advantageous Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape and influence HR practices across a growing organisation Exposure to a wide range of HR activities and projects Collaborative and supportive team environment Commitment to employee development and continuous improvement Benefits: Private medical insurance Company pension Death in service benefit Employee retail discounts Life insurance Free on-site parking Canteen facilities You will receive 33 days holiday per year which includes a Christmas closure You ll have ample opportunities to grow and develop within the team, while working in a supportive and collaborative environment

Senior Audit Manager IT (Markets) - Financial Services - £600p.day - Hybrid - 3 days in office (London) Your new company A leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider that facilitates capital formation, risk management, and investment across a wide range of asset classes. The organisation operates regulated exchanges, clearing and post-trade services, and delivers high-quality data, analytics, and technology solutions to financial institutions worldwide. With a strong focus on resilience, innovation, and regulatory compliance, it plays a critical role in supporting transparent and efficient global markets. Your new role Provides expert technology insight to support Heads of Audit/Audit Directors across regulated entities, contributing to the planning, scoping, and risk assessment of technology audits to ensure legal entity risks are properly considered. The role involves reviewing audit outcomes, highlighting key technology risks and findings, leading technology-related CRAM activities with senior business partners, and supporting both annual and ongoing audit risk assessments to inform and strengthen audit oversight. What you'll need to succeed Infrastructure IT Audit background. Experience in integrated audits. Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or similar Educated to degree level (or equivalent) with an aligned professional qualification Qualified or part-qualified in Internal Audit (IIA/CIIA) or accountancy Demonstrated experience in delivering audits and leading assurance activities Strong technical expertise in relevant subject areas Proven ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders/partners Exposure to dynamic, international environments is beneficial. What you'll get in return Contract runs until the end of the year with a possibility of extension. Salary: £600p.day via umbrella. No sponsorship is provided, unfortunately. Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days in office per week (London) 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.

Job Title: Network Engineer Location: East Worthing (West Sussex Region) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: Up to £40k depending on skills and experience About the role: This role will involve the management and review the site activities of Southern Water contracting partners carrying out reactive work on wastewater infrastructure assets to ensure that work is undertaken in accordance with health and safety requirements, contract conditions, design specifications, other company rules and regulations, relevant legislation and construction best practise as well as ensuring the Southern Water customers and the general public is effectively managed throughout. What you will be responsible for: Key activities include the conduct of field investigations into various Sewerage related incidents such that solutions can be identified and appropriate action taken to resolve these issues. The Network Engineer is a key link between the Operational Sewerage Teams and Asset Teams to ensure that day to day operational issues and Sewerage related incidents are understood and appropriate maintenance put in place. Internal Flooding & Pollution Incidents - Key activity incident dependant The role will be area based and will require Network Engineer's at the request of their Team Leader, the control desk, the Pollution Team and/or the Reactive Sewers Management team attend to Flooding incidents and Pollution incidents. On internal flooding incidents they will be required to liaise with the customer during the incident keeping them informed as to the actions our service providers are taking to resolve incidents, manage the customer's expectations, and advise them on any recourse they may be entitled to as a result of any damages and inconvenience. On Pollution incidents they will be required to liaise with the EA and the pollution team and the Service Provider to ensure that pollution incidents are resolved quickly with the minimum impact to the environment and the public. They will be required to work closely with the EA in all aspect of the incident and ensure that the correct categorisation of the pollution is assigned by the EA. Sewer Incident Investigations The Network Engineer will also be a key link between the Operational Sewerage Teams and Asset Teams to ensure that day to day operational issues and Sewerage related incidents are understood and appropriate maintenance put in place They will be required to take on cases of sewer related incidents to investigate root causes and identify corrective actions required in terms of investment or maintenance regimes They will use data such as CCTV footage, still images and SW records There will be a requirement to work closely with the Reactive Sewers Capa Investigation Technician Asset Manager to identify hot spot areas and repeat blockages etc are resulting on escalating reactive work costs which may be better responded to with a longer-term solution requiring investment approval Investigation will also extend in such areas as infiltration, land drainage and un-lawful connections A proactive approach is required from the Network Engineer's in terms of future prevention of blockages What you'll bring to the role: Essential A full, UK drivers' licence A fundamental knowledge of sewers systems is required A functional knowledge of the Reactive Sewers end to end process A functional knowledge of the SIRF, PIRF & MGIS process is required A functional knowledge of CSMS & Ellipse is required An understanding of NRSWA legislation is required Skills and Competencies on reactive incidents critical behaviours will be to provide the customer/public and EA confidence and assurance that an incident is being handled efficiently and effectively and that their best interest are being addressed Qualifications: BTEC / HNC in Civil Engineering and substantial experience OR minimum of extensive years relevant experience. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "Your potential matters more than a perfect checklist. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we want to hear from you! Skills can be learned-passion, drive, and fresh perspectives are what truly set candidates apart. Don't hesitate-take the leap and apply!" Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.

Wildlife Fundraiser No experience necessary! Are you passionate about nature and confident talking to people? Looking for a rewarding seasonal role where every day feels different? Join the Fundraising Team in the South London/Croydon area, where you'll help inspire public support for nature. We're looking for someone who enjoys variety and is happy to travel locally across South London. All fundraising venues are located within approximately one hour of your home. Therefore, please only apply if you currently live within the South London/Croydon catchment area, or are planning to relocate to the area. If you don't have fundraising experience don't worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role so apply today! Position: Wildlife Fundraiser South London Ref: JUN Location: Croydon Salary: £27,579.00 - £28,744.00 per annum Closing Date: Sun, 19th Jul 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire. About the Role As part of the fundraising team, you'll spend your days out in the community, speaking to members of the public and inspiring support for nature conservation. Typical duties include: Travelling to a variety of local venues and events using a company van (fuel and parking costs covered). Setting up engaging fundraising stands and displays. Speaking with members of the public about the charity's work and conservation mission. Encouraging people to support the charity through regular direct debit donations. You'll be working outdoors, meeting new people every day and making a genuine difference for wildlife. The role can be challenging at times, so resilience, confidence and a positive attitude are important, but it's also incredibly rewarding. What's On Offer: No fundraising, wildlife or conservation experience is needed. If you're confident talking to people and enjoy working outdoors, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed. A stable salary with no commission-based pay. Company van provided for business use, with all fuel and parking expenses covered. 34 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata). Flexible working options available, with 3- or 4-day contracts. A supportive and inclusive team environment with a dedicated mental health assistance programme. Full induction and training at HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation covered). What We're Looking For We're looking for people who are: Comfortable working towards individual and team targets in a positive and supportive environment. Passionate about people and conservation. Confident speaking to members of the public and asking for donations. Positive, resilient and self-motivated. Comfortable with working alone and outdoors in all weather. Willing to travel locally, with journeys averaging up to one hour each way from home. Available to work 3 out of 4 weekends per month. Demonstrates a proactive and constructive approach to work, showing willingness to learn, adapt and contribute to achieving team objectives You'll also need: A full UK driving licence. Experience in fundraising, sales or customer service is advantageous. People join from a wide range of backgrounds including retail, hospitality, customer service, teaching, care, events and fundraising. Additional Information Expected start date: 3rd of August - See pack for full list of 2026 start/Induction dates when you apply Please note that we interviewing and appointing on a first come, first served basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible Recruitment Process Online application and CV Short video questionnaire (or alternative assessment if requested) Informal screening call with Recruitment Team Face-to-face interview with the Recruiting Manager We're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued and supported and we particularly welcome applications from people of colour and disabled people, who are currently underrepresented across the environmental sector. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. This is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.

An ambitious Sales / Business Development Manager with experience of selling Electrical, Instrumentation or Controls & Automation solutions is sought by an expanding Engineering company GREAT NEW OPPORTUNITY This is a new role giving you an opportunity to launch a new engineering product to the Water and Process sectors. Your main focus will initially be to sell the new solution to the company's existing customer base whilst simultaneously identifying new prospects and building a business pipeline. You will be expected to devise a strategic sales plan outlining how you will diversify the company solutions into new markets to improve the company's market presence and resilience. YOUR SKILLS The successful candidate will have experience of selling either Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls or Process Automation solutions to the Water, Utilities and Process based manufacturing sectors. Experience of selling SCADA, PLC, Condition Monitoring, MCCs, Drives or similar solutions is a strong advantage. You will need to be experienced at generating new business, exceeding revenue targets and developing and executing sales plans to meet business objectives. Experience of working with a recognised controls developer such as Siemens, Rockwell or ABB would be an advantage WHY APPLY This is a fantastic opportunity to launch a new product and fast-track to a Director's position should you make a success of the role. Benefits include a company car or allowance, generous holiday allowance, pension, death in service and profit / revenue based bonus scheme APPLY NOW If you would like to pursue this unique and interesting opportunity to develop your sales career into Senior Management please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now and send your CV

Head of Engineering London Permanent Hybrid We're partnering with a large, complex, and purpose-driven organisation undergoing a major technology and engineering transformation, and are looking to appoint an outstanding Head of Engineering to lead a newly formed multidisciplinary function. This is a rare opportunity to shape and build a modern engineering capability from the ground up within an environment that combines real scale, complexity, and societal impact. The Role Reporting into senior technology leadership, the Head of Engineering will lead a broad engineering function spanning: Software Engineering Integration Engineering Data Engineering Platform Engineering You'll be responsible for setting the engineering direction, standards, and operating model across the function, ensuring engineering quality, scalability, resilience, and long-term technical health. This role combines strategic leadership with deep technical credibility. You'll remain close to architecture, engineering decisions, and platform strategy while leading managers and senior engineers across multiple teams. The environment is heavily focused on modern cloud-native engineering, with significant investment across: Microsoft Azure DevOps and CI/CD Infrastructure as Code Event-driven architecture Platform engineering Automation and AI-enabled services You'll also play a key role in shaping engineering culture, improving operational maturity and helping establish best-in-class engineering practices across a large-scale enterprise environment. What We're Looking For We're looking for a senior engineering leader who has experience operating within large, complex organisations where technology underpins critical operational services. You'll likely bring: Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering functions Strong understanding of modern engineering practices and cloud-native environments Experience shaping engineering strategy, standards and governance Ability to influence senior stakeholders across technical and non-technical environments Experience balancing engineering quality, delivery, scalability and cost A collaborative leadership style with strong people leadership capability Experience within highly regulated or complex environments such as public sector, education, healthcare, financial services or similarly scaled organisations would be highly beneficial. Why This Role? This is an opportunity to genuinely shape the future of engineering within an organisation investing heavily in modern platforms, automation and digital capability. The role offers: Significant strategic influence Large-scale transformation work Modern cloud and platform engineering environment Strong investment in technology Excellent work-life balance and benefits Hybrid working Long-term career opportunity To progress matters please send your CV to (url removed) Services Advertise are those of Employment Agency.

Reports to Head of Risk & Assurance Reporting structure Oversees 4x Verification & Ledger Administrators Location Brighton / Manchester Purpose of the role: This role sits within the Risk & Assurance Team, supporting the Invoice Finance business. The Senior Verification & Ledger Administrator is responsible for setting and driving KPIs within the team and performance management, while also taking on their own portfolio of verifications. The purpose of the team is to effectively verify valid debts notified to the lender through contacting the client's debtor base. Verifications are required to effectively identify - warning signs of fraud, potentially non-factorable debts, potential bookkeeping / business processes that may present a dilutive element to security. Any instances to be promptly reported to appropriate stakeholders. Verifications are carried out in support of all new business transactions, and for existing clients where required. Verifications are required to be carried out in a professional manner. Key Responsibilities Ensure new business and existing client debt verification activities are completed in accordance with policy, with escalation of issues as appropriate. Verifications to be completed in a timely manner with appropriate contact notes maintained. Potential issues to be flagged for business awareness and for next steps to be decided. Provide high quality verifications and maintain good relationships with stakeholders - primarily Securities/Sales teams, Underwriters and Client Managers. Maintain awareness of the debt verification policy. Suggest updates and improvements to the debt verification processes as appropriate. Contribute to effective management of team workload with escalation of issues to Senior Verification & Ledger Administrator. Assist Credit Risk team with Credit Risk data capture and data processing, maintaining accurate business records. People Lead a high performing, engaged team, and sponsor people initiatives within the team Set the tone within the function/business by encouraging an inclusive culture and role modelling the company values and expected behaviours Manage the recruitment, development, reward and talent & succession planning of the team Role model the value of diversity in building high performing teams Establish an effective communication and feedback framework to ensure messages are effectively disseminated throughout the function Support sustainable growth though sponsoring career development and robust talent & succession planning Distribute workload equitably across the team, setting and monitoring clear KPIs for completion. Risk & Compliance Ensure that all Governance and Compliance requirements are adhered to and all reporting and reviewing activities required by the Regulatory Bodies are carried out to the standards required. Skills & Experience Skills, experience and knowledge Essential Excellent telephone manner. Good communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to work under pressure dealing with high volumes of emails and phone calls. Good IT skills - especially proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel. Process driven with a desire to improve/understand processes and client bookkeeping practice. Invoice Finance industry experience/ qualification Desirable An understanding of business bookkeeping and debtors / creditors ledgers. Line Management Experience Education & Qualifications Essential Desirable Competencies Building teams Maintains high levels of employee engagement through valuing people and making development a priority. Manages team and individual performance proactively. Celebrates success and creates a team culture where the contribution and expertise of others is recognised and valued. Uses coaching and well timed feedback to continuously develop capability within the team. Creates an environment for people to grow and develop. Customer focus Champions a culture of tailored and agile customer service focused on building relationships and anticipating customer needs. Develops and nurtures expertise and market-leading insight, recognising our expert and tailored approach to our customers as a key source of competitive advantage. Uses every opportunity to enhance the customer experience. Managing and engaging with change and innovation Drives high performance and a culture of continuous improvement by setting stretching but meaningful targets and personally demonstrating standards of excellence. Shows courage and resilience by making tough decisions and managing performance issues where necessary in order to achieve success. Bounces back from set backs. Learns from mistakes. Identifying and mitigating risk Actively identifies, raises and mitigates potential compliance, control and reputational issues. Promotes awareness for potential legal, regulatory and reputational risks. Builds a culture of integrity and rigorous regulatory management. Implements robust processes for identifying and mitigating risk. Collaborating and sharing resource to get things done Builds relationships with colleagues based on trust and proposed solutions that truly fit colleagues needs. Collaborates closely and communicates clearly with colleagues and external partners. Moves easily from discussion to agreement. Actively shares knowledge and contacts. Is sought by colleagues for their knowledge. Informed decision making

Job Title Lead Night Manager Location Brighton Employment Type Full time Contract Type Permanent Shift Pattern Work Shift: Nights Hours per Week 45 Salary Competitive salary plus benefits Category Store Management Closing Date 5 July 2026 At Asda, we want you to Find Your Everything and as our LeadNight Manager in our larger format stores, you will manage and lead the night team to keep everything running whilst the rest of the world sleeps, ensuring we are delivering the best availability and highest shop floor standards across all departments, whilst ensuring our store remains safe and legal for our customers and colleagues. Given the increased complexity of our larger stores, our Lead Night Manager will be accountable for all night planning and execution of activity. As part of the leadership team, you'll work a rolling rota and 4 nights over 7 including weekend working. You will be solely responsible for the store through the night, and therefore you'll need to be confident in overseeing operation as a whole where store is open 24 hours. What qualities you'll need: Drive strategy into action: Planning and executing all trading activity on the shopfloor during night shift by ensuring delivery is date rotated and waste and returns are managed correctly limiting damage through replenishment. Lead with impact: Leading and coaching night colleagues and team leaders to deliver excellent shopfloor standards whilst creating a culture of serving our customers with personality, heart and pride, and get one more item in every basket. Execution-focused: Ensuring shopfloor is landed and presentable for customers before handing over to day team with modular activity well executed and POS up to date. Talent Development: Listen with empathy, driving resilience and encourage ownership, focus and passion for the business by bringing the "Asdaness" to work every day and supporting the development of the team and creating an environment where people feel valued, trusted, and motivated to step up. What you'll bring: Experience managing teams in a large-format retail grocery environment, ideally overnight. Ability to make decisions independently with a hands-on attitude and a drive to improve processes and people. Confidence in developing large teams and managing change. Strong customer service focus. Flexibility to work a range of night shifts, including weekends. Are you ready to be the guiding force behind a critical shift, leading with strength and fostering growth in others? Apply today and find your everything at Asda. Everything you'll love Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including: Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user Discretionary company bonus scheme Access to an enhanced electric car scheme Free eye test for you and your nominated user Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover Stream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more Company pension Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. Colleague recognition programme Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas

Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for Hackney Council. are looking for a strategic and resilient School Business Analyst to take on a high-impact role overseeing a cluster of 10 to 15 schools within the borough. You are to work alongside the School Business Managers, acting as an advisor to them and ensure processes fit in with Local Authority deadlines. The Challenge Managing the business operations for a single school is a feat; managing a portfolio of 15 is a masterclass in leadership. You will be the operational backbone for a significant portion of our educational landscape, ensuring that while teachers focus on the classroom, the "engine room" of our schools runs seamlessly. Your Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Oversight: Managing complex budgets across multiple sites, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and compliance. Operational Excellence: Overseeing HR, procurement, health and safety, and premises management for the cluster. Stakeholder Management: Acting as the primary liaison between Headteachers, Governors, and the Local Authority. Change Management: Driving efficiencies and standardizing processes across diverse school settings. Work Pattern & Flexibility We believe in results over "desk time." This role offers a modern hybrid approach: Office Presence: 1-2 days per week at our Hackney central offices for team collaboration and strategy. On the Ground: You must be mobile and available to visit schools across the borough to build relationships and conduct site audits. Remote Focus: The remainder of your week can be spent working from home. What You'll Need to Succeed Experience: A proven track record in school business management (SBM) or high-level multi-site operational management and business analytical and management systems. Qualifications: DSBM/CSBM/ADSBM or a relevant degree in Accountancy/Business Management is highly desirable. Resilience: The ability to juggle the demands of 10+ schools without breaking a sweat. Communication: A knack for explaining complex financial data to non-finance professionals (like Headteachers and Governors). Why Hackney? Hackney is one of the most exciting boroughs in London. By joining us, you'll benefit from: A generous local government pension scheme. A supportive network within the Hackney Education directorate. The opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of thousands of London's children. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Service Desk Manager Location: Durrington, Worthing - Hybrid working (minimum 2 days a week in the office) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: From £55k based on skills and experience About the role: The Service Desk Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operation of the Service Desk, ensuring high-quality incident and request handling, effective queue and performance management, and resilient first line I.T support for over 4000 internal and external users. The role provides leadership to 2 Team Leaders and 10 Analysts, driving capability, wellbeing and accountability, while improving customer experience through quality assurance, feedback and continual service improvement. What you will be responsible for: Working across Digital and the wider business, the postholder uses service insight and demand data to inform planning, represents the Service Desk in governance and change activity, ensures operational readiness for new or changed services, and maintains compliance with security, risk and data protection requirements. You will also be enrolled on the 'on call' rota. Manage the day-to-day operation of the Service Desk, ensuring effective handling of incidents, service requests, queries and escalations Oversee queue management, ticket progression, aged ticket follow-up, workload distribution and service continuity Ensure tickets are logged, categorised, prioritised, updated, escalated and resolved in line with agreed standards Monitor service performance throughout the day, taking action where demand, backlogs, absence or major incidents affect service levels Work with Team Leaders to ensure appropriate rota coverage, shift patterns, handovers and resource allocation. Ensure the Service Desk provides timely, professional and effective first-line support. Own the Service Desk contribution to the incident lifecycle, including logging quality, updates, escalation paths and closure quality. Ensure operational readiness for new or changed services, including support models, knowledge, resolver routes, SLAs, escalation paths and Service Desk training. Audit a regular sample of calls, emails, portal interactions, chats and ticket updates where applicable. Review professionalism, communication quality, ticket accuracy, troubleshooting approach, knowledge use, escalation quality and closure standards. Use QA and CSAT outputs to improve knowledge articles, scripts, templates, standard responses, onboarding and apprentice support. What you'll bring to the role: Strong leadership, coaching and people-management skills Excellent customer service mindset, with a focus on user experience Good understanding of core ITSM practices, especially Incident Management, Request Fulfilment, Knowledge Management and Service Level Management Strong operational management skills, including queue management, prioritisation, escalation and workload planning Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage Analysts, IT teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders Ability to manage performance, support wellbeing and build team capability Good understanding of Service Desk tooling Awareness of information security, access control and data protection responsibilities Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to simplify processes and improve service quality Essential ITIL Foundation qualification, ideally ITIL 4 or 5 Experience in automation/automating systems Desirable ServiceNow training or certification desirable. Customer service qualification desirable. Information security or cyber awareness training desirable. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "Our mission is to protect and enhance life through water-and we need passionate people to help us achieve it. If you're inspired by our purpose and believe you can contribute, apply today. You don't need to meet every criterion; what matters most is your drive to make a difference." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.