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Deanston Cooper is currently recruiting for a Project Manager to work for an exceptionally busy civil engineering contractor who are focussed on Scottish Water projects in the Glasgow / Ayrshire / Central Belt area. This a great opportunity to work for an exceptionally busy company which as part of a framework has a guaranteed workload for years to come and most importantly has a reputation in the marketplace for really looking after their employees. Reporting to the Contracts Manager your duties as Project Manager will include: Managing and optimising the construction programme Managing and minimising construction costs Fostering and maintaining good working relationships with the client and client representatives Leading Safety Management on site for all activities, suppliers and subcontractors Providing timely and accurate reports, forecasts and budgets for internal purposes Leading, motivating and monitoring the site team and developing the strategy as required Managing the supply chain Supporting all business objectives Applications for the role of Project Manager are welcome from candidates with : A minimum qualification of HNC Civil Engineering Site Agent, Site Manager or Project Manager experience gained working for another civil engineering contractor Ideally some experience working on water / deep drainage projects Knowledge of safety and environmental legislation Good IT skills

Senior Site Manager High-End Residential (Cut & Carve Project) Location: Chelsea, London Salary: £70,000 £85,000 + package (DOE) 4Site Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager on behalf of a prestigious main contractor specialising in high-end residential refurbishment and bespoke new build projects across prime London. Our client has built an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional quality schemes, typically ranging from £5m to £20m, with a strong focus on craftsmanship, detail, and client satisfaction. The Project You will be joining a flagship £15m cut & carve scheme in Chelsea , involving significant structural alterations, RC frame works, and complex sequencing within a constrained, high-end environment. The Role This is a key hire where you will act as the link between the Senior Project Manager and the site team , ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and high standards across all aspects of delivery. You will be responsible for: Overseeing RC frame and structural works packages Coordinating subcontractors and managing site logistics Driving programme and ensuring works are delivered on time Maintaining exceptional health & safety standards Managing quality control in line with high-end residential expectations Supporting and guiding the Working Foreman and site operatives Acting as a key point of communication between site and senior leadership Requirements Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager on high-end residential projects Strong background in RC frame and structural works Experience delivering cut & carve or heavy refurbishment schemes Excellent organisational and communication skills Ability to manage multiple trades in a live, detail-driven environment SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold), and First Aid Why Apply? Work with a highly respected main contractor in the prime residential sector Be part of a landmark Chelsea project Long-term pipeline of prestigious London schemes Competitive salary and benefits package If you are a Senior Site Manager looking to take ownership of a technically challenging and rewarding project, we would like to hear from you. Apply now or contact Dan Tau at 4Site Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Finance Project Manager Hertfordshire (Hybrid - 2-3 days in the office) £70,000 - £80,000 + £6k car allowance + 15% bonus Are you ready to move into a position where your input directly shapes major infrastructure projects and influences senior decision-makers? We're partnering with a well-established organisation in the construction and engineering sector, known for delivering complex, large-scale projects across the UK. They're now seeking a Finance Project Manager to take a central role in driving financial performance and supporting key operational outcomes. What's in it for you? Exposure to high-value, nationally significant projects A genuine opportunity to act as a strategic partner to senior leaders The chance to build, develop and lead a dedicated project finance team Competitive package including bonus and car allowance Hybrid working that offers flexibility and balance Key responsibilities Partner closely with project teams, providing meaningful financial insight, challenge, and support Lead, coach, and develop a finance team focused on project delivery Analyse project performance, highlighting risks and opportunities to optimise results Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across finance, commercial, and operations Take ownership of reporting cycles, including monthly results, forecasts, and planning Maintain robust financial controls and drive continuous improvements in processes Support audit activity (both client and external) alongside project teams Contribute to year-end processes and detailed project performance reviews What you'll bring Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Experience working in a project-driven environment (e.g. construction, engineering, infrastructure) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at a senior level A commercial mindset with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights Experience managing or mentoring others Interested? If you're looking to step into a role where you'll have real influence, work closely with the business, and contribute to meaningful, large-scale projects, this could be the ideal next step, so apply now for immediate consideration.

Business Development Manager Location: Hybrid Working Watford & Home Counties Salary: Up to £60,000 + Commission + Car Allowance + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing Building Services business covering Watford and the Home Counties. This hybrid role offers flexibility alongside the chance to play a key role in expanding the company s service and maintenance division. The business specialises in HVAC, Ventilation, AHUs, Boilers, Heating Plant and Controls, delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional customer service across commercial environments. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will focus on generating new business opportunities, securing long-term service contracts, and identifying additional project work including energy efficiency upgrades. You will be responsible for building relationships with FM companies, contractors, and end-user clients while also managing and developing existing accounts. This position would suit a commercially driven sales professional with experience within Building Services, HVAC, Mechanical Services, or Facilities Management. Key Responsibilities Generate and win new business opportunities Develop long-term service and maintenance contracts Build relationships with FM companies and end users Manage and grow existing customer accounts Identify project and energy upgrade opportunities Maintain CRM records and sales pipelines Achieve sales targets and KPIs Requirements Previous Business Development or Sales experience Proven track record of winning new business Building Services or HVAC experience desirable Strong communication and negotiation skills Self-motivated and target driven Full UK Driving Licence Package & Benefits Salary up to £60,000 Uncapped commission structure Car allowance Hybrid working Pension and health insurance 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays Career progression opportunities

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Fire & Security Location: Chadderton, Oldham Salary: 55,000 + 5,700 Car Allowance + Bonus + Private Healthcare An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established national building services contractor within its growing Fire & Security division. The office base is in Chadderton, Oldham. This is an excellent time to join a business experiencing significant growth, with a strong pipeline of work across the UK delivering fire alarms, CCTV, access control and security installations for major commercial clients across the UK. You'll take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of projects, working closely with the operational team whilst enjoying the autonomy to manage your own workload. This role also offers genuine career progression, with the opportunity to develop into senior leadership positions. The Role Commercial management of Fire & Security projects nationwide. Cost planning, valuations, variations and final accounts. Procurement and subcontractor management. Supporting Project Managers to ensure commercial success. Managing multiple projects simultaneously. About You BSc (Hons) Degree in Quantity Surveying. Several years' post graduate Quantity Surveying experience. Previous Fire & Security experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Able to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer? 55,000 salary. 5,700 car allowance. Annual bonus. Private healthcare for yourself and your partner. Hybrid working. Friendly, supportive team environment with excellent staff retention. Genuine long term career progression within a growing national business. For more information on this new Senior Quantity Surveyor role, please contact Gemma at Calibre Search. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

Danny Sullivan is looking for a contractor that specialize in civil engineering is looking to recruit an experienced General Foreman to join their expanding team to work on project in Oxford. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate as our client is offering excellent salary and package as well as fantastic opportunities for progression Duties: Ensuring works are carried out productively with the safety of others a high priority Managing and leading civls team on site Ensuring works are carried out to the highest standard Ensuring schemes are delivered on time and within budget Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and daily briefings Ensuring safety is first and foremost Plant and Labour reconciliations Communication with managers to ensure all site staff including Sub Contractors work safely Material reconciliations and produce regular reports Management of staff Review method statements/risk assessments Liaise with all relevant sub-contractors Requirements Proven experience as a Foreman within the civil engineering industry, ideally on large-scale infrastructure projects Extensive and Wide Ranging Hands on Civil Engineering & Construction Skills Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings Excellent knowledge of construction processes, equipment and safety procedures Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills CSCS Black Card, SSSTS/SMSTS and First Aid Full UK driving licence. Danny Sullivan Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and inclusive for all

Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.

Business Development Manager Location: Hybrid Working London & Home Counties Salary: Up to £60,000 + Commission + Car Allowance + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing Building Services business covering London and the Home Counties. This hybrid role offers flexibility alongside the chance to play a key role in expanding the company s service and maintenance division. The business specialises in HVAC, Ventilation, AHUs, Boilers, Heating Plant and Controls, delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional customer service across commercial environments. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will focus on generating new business opportunities, securing long-term service contracts, and identifying additional project work including energy efficiency upgrades. You will be responsible for building relationships with FM companies, contractors, and end-user clients while also managing and developing existing accounts. This position would suit a commercially driven sales professional with experience within Building Services, HVAC, Mechanical Services, or Facilities Management. Key Responsibilities Generate and win new business opportunities Develop long-term service and maintenance contracts Build relationships with FM companies and end users Manage and grow existing customer accounts Identify project and energy upgrade opportunities Maintain CRM records and sales pipelines Achieve sales targets and KPIs Requirements Previous Business Development or Sales experience Proven track record of winning new business Building Services or HVAC experience desirable Strong communication and negotiation skills Self-motivated and target driven Full UK Driving Licence Package & Benefits Salary up to £60,000 Uncapped commission structure Car allowance Hybrid working Pension and health insurance 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays Career progression opportunities

Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.

A global leader in the innovation, design, manufacture and distribution of kitchen and bathroom products is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to grow its presence within the London interior design community. Highly respected within both the construction and retail markets, the brand is known for its cutting-edge design, technical excellence and dependable service. The Role This is a proactive, relationship-led business development role focused on long-term collaboration with luxury residential interior designers and design studios. You will be responsible for generating new leads, nurturing designer relationships and driving projects from concept through to order completion. Key Responsibilities are to: Identify, approach and onboard interior designers and design studios across London Build and maintain long-term partnerships to drive repeat and specification-led business Promote products for project specification, approval and tender stages Deliver product presentations and design consultations Attend industry events, exhibitions and networking sessions Monitor market trends, competitors and evolving client needs Skills & Experience: Established experience working B2B with the boutique interior design marketplace History of networking with high end independent studios specialiing in single high end projects Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills Self-motivated, target-driven and relationship-focused What s On Offer: Salary based on individual's experience and requirements and can be openly discussed with the recruiter before proceeding Attractive commission, bonus scheme and car/travel allowance Opportunity to represent a globally recognised, design-led brand In summary they are in the search of a senior individual who knows the industry very well and has established contacts that only come to fruition after having been involved in many projects over the years.

Your new role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised and detail-oriented Project Coordinator / Operations Administrator to join a busy and growing business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, managing multiple priorities, and supporting operational and commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently.Working closely with the Head of Operations, Contracts Manager, and wider project teams, you will play a key role in coordinating project information, maintaining accurate records, supporting procurement activities, and ensuring reporting processes are organised and up to date. Coordinate project and site mobilisation activities to ensure smooth project start-up. Prepare and maintain project budgets using established templates and systems. Support procurement processes, including material scheduling and supplier coordination. Manage and coordinate invoicing activities, ensuring accuracy and timely processing. Maintain accurate operational, commercial, and project records. Collect, organise, analyse, and distribute project information and business data. Produce reports and provide administrative support to Operations and Commercial teams. Facilitate effective communication and information sharing across departments. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance business processes and systems. Assist with general project administration and operational support as required. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience within an administration, project coordination, operations support, or commercial support role. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of data. Excellent organisational and time management skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Experience maintaining records, reports, and business documentation. Proactive and solution-focused approach to work. Desirable Experience supporting construction, engineering, infrastructure, or project-based environments. Understanding of procurement and invoicing processes. Experience producing management reports and analysing business data What you'll get in return Permanent position with a stable and growing organisation. 30-hour working week offering the potential to pick up more hours if desirable. Flexible start time of 9:00 Hybrid working opportunities following successful completion of probation. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to develop your operational and commercial business support skills. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

The Customer Service Manager role in the Technology industry is ideal for someone with strong organisational and leadership skills. Based in London, this permanent position involves overseeing customer service operations and ensuring the highest level of client satisfaction. Client Details The hiring company is a small but very successful and scaling technology company, known for delivering innovative solutions to its clients. They are committed to providing a supportive environment and fostering professional growth for their employees. Description Service Operations Manage and develop a 3-person service desk handling support for UK, EU and ROW territories for technical support, troubleshooting, warranty and repairs, spares orders, and UK on-site service calls. Own and uphold SLA deliverables, ensuring timely, consistent, and high-quality resolution across phone and email channels. Act as escalation point for complex technical or commercial issues, maintaining the company's reputation for outstanding service. Monitor team workload, prioritise tickets effectively, and maintain visibility across all open cases. Leadership & Team Development Build the structure and processes needed to support a growing team as the business scales. Lead, coach, and motivate the service desk team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer-first thinking. Conduct regular one-to-ones, set performance objectives, and support the professional development of each team member. AI & Process Innovation Take ownership of the company's AI implementation roadmap within customer service, identifying opportunities to deploy Claude AI for automation, triage, knowledge management, and response efficiency. Design and implement workflows and automations that reduce manual effort, improve response times, and free the team to focus on complex, high-value interactions. Bring the team on the journey, embedding new tools into everyday practice. Strategy & Reporting Report on service performance metrics to the COO, providing insight and recommendations to drive continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Technical to ensure customer feedback informs business decisions. Support the building and maintenance of a successful customer service strategy for the new product Profile Essential Proven experience in a customer service management or team lead role, ideally within a technical, B2B, or product-led environment. Demonstrable track record of hitting SLA targets and delivering a high standard of customer satisfaction. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a small team and build structure in a growing business. Excellent communication skills - clear, professional, and empathetic across both customer-facing and internal interactions. A genuine interest in AI tools and process automation, with the appetite to learn, experiment, and implement. Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to balance operational demands alongside longer-term strategic projects. Desirable Experience working with LLM-based tools (such as Claude, Copilot, or similar) in a professional or project context. Background in hardware, electronics, telecommunications, or a technical product environment. Familiarity with helpdesk or CRM platforms and experience designing support workflows. Experience supporting international customers across UK, EU, and global territories. Job Offer 55,000 - 65,000 (depending on the candidate)

DevOps Lead - AI-Enabled Software Engineering Location: Reading (Hybrid) Permanent We are seeking an experienced and hands-on DevOps Lead to join a leading digital infrastructure organisation undergoing significant technology transformation. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing software engineering team while driving the adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the software delivery lifecycle. As DevOps Lead, you will be responsible for setting the technical direction, owning the engineering roadmap, and ensuring the successful delivery and ongoing support of bespoke cloud-based applications. You will combine strong leadership capabilities with hands-on software development experience, leveraging modern AI-powered engineering tools to improve delivery speed, quality, and developer productivity. The Opportunity You will lead an Agile software development team comprising engineers, analysts, and QA specialists responsible for building and maintaining business-critical applications for internal users, customers, and external partners. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering best practices, modernise development processes, and drive innovation through AI-enabled software delivery. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Delivery Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team in an Agile environment. Define and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive the successful delivery of cloud-based applications and digital initiatives. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to manage priorities, expectations, risks, and dependencies. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality. Technical Ownership Own the end-to-end technology stack including frontend, backend, APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, scalability, performance, and security standards. Champion DevOps best practices including automation, monitoring, observability, and operational excellence. Maintain robust security controls, vulnerability management, and compliance standards. AI-Assisted Engineering Act as a hands-on contributor to software development activities. Drive adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and code generation platforms. Establish best practices for safe, secure, and effective AI-assisted development. Embed AI-enabled workflows across design, coding, testing, documentation, and knowledge management. Ensure AI-generated outputs meet engineering, security, and architectural standards. Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to enhance engineering productivity and delivery capability. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience leading software engineering or DevOps teams. Strong background delivering cloud-native applications within Agile environments. Experience with public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of full-stack development, APIs, databases, and software architecture. Expertise with source control, CI/CD automation, and DevOps tooling such as Git, Jenkins, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies. Experience implementing monitoring, observability, and operational support practices. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools and integrating them into engineering workflows. Desirable Experience Experience establishing AI governance and secure AI development standards. Exposure to integrating AI tooling into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes. Understanding of prompt engineering, code validation, and AI risk management. Experience working within highly regulated or security-conscious environments. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Systems, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering within a technology-driven organisation. You'll have the autonomy to influence technical strategy, lead a talented team, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge AI-assisted development practices while delivering solutions that have a significant business impact. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Connect2Hackney is the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney. We connect outstanding professionals with career-defining roles that directly impact our vibrant, diverse community. We are currently seeking a visionary leader to join our Children & Education directorate in a pivotal management role. If you are a strategic thinker who champions equity, thrives in a fast-paced civic environment, and knows how to turn service feedback into continuous organisational improvement, we want to hear from you. The Role As the Strategy & Governance Manager , you will provide the strategic leadership and operational oversight needed to integrate our Strategy & Governance and Complaints & Feedback functions. This is a high-profile role where you will direct the overall workflow of strategic projects, corporate and Member-level governance, statutory complaints (including LGSCO enquiries), and digital content development. You will act as a trusted advisor to Heads of Service and Senior Managers, ensuring that the Children & Education directorate remains politically astute, compliant, and deeply connected to the needs of Hackney's residents. Key Responsibilities Line-manage and empower a multidisciplinary team, including a Complaints & Feedback Manager, Strategy & Governance Officers, and a Web Content Manager. Analyse learning from complaints and feedback to inform strategic direction and quality assurance frameworks across the directorate. Oversee Member liaison activity, quality-assure monthly briefings, and manage the pipeline of agenda items for Council and Cabinet meetings. Take ownership of the Children & Education Directorate Risk Register, coordinate Business Continuity Plans, and collaborate on the Annual Governance Statement. Systematically collaborate across the Council network; embed trauma-informed practices; and maintain a resolute, proactive commitment to anti-racism in all policies and procedures. About You We are looking for an inspiring leader who balances technical expertise with excellent interpersonal skills. To thrive in this role, you should possess: Experience leading, motivating, and developing a team to deliver against complex strategic plans. Significant experience overseeing governance, corporate complaints, information requests (GDPR/FOI/SAR), and digital content. Experience building positive relationships with elected members and navigating the balance between political drivers and strategic priorities. A track record of driving cultural change, interpreting vision into delivery, and implementing automated workflow tracking systems. Practical experience managing budgets (up to 1M) and navigating risk assessment frameworks. Working with the London Borough of Hackney Hackney is a place like no other. We are proud of our diverse workforce and deeply committed to creating an inclusive environment. In this role, you will be expected to actively challenge discrimination and promote a culture of learning, growth, and self-reflection. We offer a flexible working framework to meet service demands, a central location at the Hackney Service Centre, and a genuine opportunity to shape the future of Children & Education services in London Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Neighbourhood Manager Tunbridge Wells 12 Month FTC 34-40K based on experience Key Responsibilities Manage a designated housing patch, delivering high-quality neighbourhood and tenancy management services. Build positive relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities, and partner agencies. Support residents to sustain successful tenancies and access appropriate services. Lead on anti-social behaviour, nuisance, and community safety cases, working closely with relevant partners. Conduct home visits, tenancy audits, estate inspections, and new tenancy sign-ups. Identify and address environmental and estate management issues to maintain attractive neighbourhoods. Investigate and resolve resident enquiries, complaints, and tenancy breaches effectively. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver neighbourhood improvement initiatives and community projects. Ensure compliance with housing legislation, policies, and regulatory standards. Monitor performance and contribute to service improvements that enhance the resident experience. About You You will be a confident and approachable housing professional with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. You will have experience managing tenancies and neighbourhoods, resolving complex issues, and working in partnership with a range of stakeholders. Most importantly, you will be passionate about delivering outstanding customer service and creating communities where residents feel safe, supported, and proud to live.

Business Development Manager - Interior Fit Out & Refurbishment Salary and Package - 40,000 - 55,000 Basic Salary + Excellent Commission Structure + Company Car or Car Allowance Location - Birmingham with travel across the UK as required Full-time, Permanent Position An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager - Interior Fit Out & Refurbishment to join a well-established and growing contractor. This Business Development Manager - Interior Fit Out & Refurbishment position is ideally suited to someone with a strong network and proven experience within commercial interiors, fit out, refurbishment, or specialist construction services. The successful Business Development Manager - Interior Fit Out & Refurbishment will play a key role in securing new opportunities and building long-term relationships across multiple sectors. If you are an ambitious Business Development Manager - Interior Fit Out & Refurbishment looking for a role with genuine autonomy and earning potential, this could be an excellent next step. About the Company This established national contractor has built an excellent reputation over more than five decades, delivering high-quality interior fit out, refurbishment, and specialist trade services across the UK. Operating across the commercial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, education, and residential sectors, the business provides a complete multi-trade solution and is recognised for its quality, reliability, and professional approach. Why Join Them Joining this business offers the opportunity to become part of a stable and experienced team with a strong order book and an established presence across a range of sectors. The company has a practical, collaborative culture where relationships and reputation are valued, and where employees are trusted to manage their own workload. With a broad service offering and nationwide capability, there is genuine scope to develop existing accounts, open new markets, and build a successful long-term career. About the Role The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities across interior fit out and refurbishment projects. You will work closely with senior management to drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and increase market presence across target sectors. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and implementing a business development strategy to generate new opportunities. Building relationships with developers, main contractors, property managers, facilities management companies, and end users. Identifying and securing fit out, refurbishment, dilapidation, and multi-trade project opportunities. Managing the sales process from initial enquiry through to proposal and contract award. Working alongside estimating and operational teams to ensure accurate project handovers. Maintaining and developing existing client relationships to encourage repeat business. Attending networking events, industry functions, and client meetings to promote the business. Monitoring market trends and identifying emerging opportunities within commercial interiors and construction. Maintaining an active pipeline of prospects and reporting regularly on business development activity. Representing the company in a professional manner and upholding its reputation for quality and service. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a business development or sales role within interior fit out, commercial refurbishment, construction, building services, or a closely related sector. A strong understanding of the industry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to develop long-term client relationships are essential. Existing contacts within the commercial construction or fit out market would be highly advantageous. Summary This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a respected and established contractor with a diverse service offering and a strong reputation across the UK. Offering a competitive salary, attractive commission structure, and the support of an experienced delivery team, the role provides the chance to make a genuine impact while building a long-term career within a growing business. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.

Senior NPD Technologist Food Manufacturing, Leeds As this leading, international food business continues its successful journey of growth driven by innovation, it has an opening for a Senior NPD Technologist to join its successful, high-performing and growing team, within a complex and dynamic food manufacturing business, where NPD and innovation is at the heart of everything they do. This role of Senior NPD Technologist offers you the opportunity to gain further, end-to-end, hands-on experience across a dynamic and complex NPD-driven food business; as well as the opportunity to collaborate with leading UK retailers, and also, develop much-loved brands, working cross-functionally on NPD, EPD projects and briefs, spanning the full product development lifecycle from concept to launch. The key remit is to continuously develop and introduce new and improved products to meet strategic objectives of the business and deliver to meet, and even exceed, customers' expectations. Main Purpose of the Job The principal requirements are to take ownership and accountability for the development and innovation of new products from concept to launch for both retailers and own brand. Lead the development of new and improved food products. Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing your expertise. To provide a site-based product development resource based in Leeds, supporting the development department with NPD, EPD, Value engineering projects as well as other business or customer-related projects. Working closely with procurement and technical team supporting with business-driven ingredient projects. Work as part of a cross functional team and will liaise with Technical, Procurement, Marketing, Account and Commercial managers & Production departments. Provides invaluable experience within the NPD department, to provide support and assistant to the team as well as NPD manager . This role is based in Leeds. It is a hybrid role, offering the opportunity to work from home one day a week. Please note, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to progress any applications requiring Visa Sponsorship.

EC Group are a specialist construction recruitment consultancy who are advertising for a Assistant Project Manager position for and on behalf of one of our clients. The position is for a main-contractor who specialise in fast paced projects in the health-care or carehomes sector. They are looking for someone situated in Birmingham or near Aldridge. The role is for a Assistant Project Manager carrying out the following responsibilities: Managing client Managing programme Managing site managers Schedule of works. Working with estimators & quantity surveyors Client facing. Requirements for the Assistant Project Managet role are: Ideally a project management degree or 1-2 years experience. Experience on projects with fast turn around and fit out projects. Benefits for the Assistant Project Manager role: Competitive salary package Great annual leave allowance Excellent pension scheme