COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER £65,000 P/A FULL TIME, PERMANENT NOTTINGHAM, UK SF are currently recruiting a Qualified, commercially astute Finance Manager with a solid background in engineering following a sustained period of growth. Reporting to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in the finance team and act as deputy for the Finance Director. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to grow their career in a private equity backed SME environment. Key Responsibilities Support monthly management accounts. Support year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting. Develop departmental reporting from the current Excel based models to ERP enabled. Rebate accounting Stock accounting and inventory reconciliation. Reporting manufacturing costs and gross margins. Annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes. Provide financial analysis to support operational decision-making. Help maintain effective financial controls and robust finance processes. Identify opportunities to improve reporting, efficiency and accuracy. Team Management Support the day-to-day management of the finance team and direct management of payroll and credit control. Business Support Build effective working relationships with operational and commercial teams. Provide financial insight and support to non-finance stakeholders. Support ad hoc business projects and continuous improvement initiatives Essential Experience Hands on experience producing management accounts or financial reporting. Strong reconciliation and financial control skills Excellent Excel capabilities Qualifications Part or fully-qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA), QBE. Desirable Experience Manufacturing in either a management accounting or Audit capacity Budgeting and forecasting processes. Skills & Behaviours Positive, hands-on and willing to learn. Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills. Good analytical and problem-solving capability. Able to communicate effectively with finance and non-finance colleagues. Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment. Proactive and keen to develop professionally.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER £65,000 P/A FULL TIME, PERMANENT NOTTINGHAM, UK SF are currently recruiting a Qualified, commercially astute Finance Manager with a solid background in engineering following a sustained period of growth. Reporting to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in the finance team and act as deputy for the Finance Director. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to grow their career in a private equity backed SME environment. Key Responsibilities Support monthly management accounts. Support year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting. Develop departmental reporting from the current Excel based models to ERP enabled. Rebate accounting Stock accounting and inventory reconciliation. Reporting manufacturing costs and gross margins. Annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes. Provide financial analysis to support operational decision-making. Help maintain effective financial controls and robust finance processes. Identify opportunities to improve reporting, efficiency and accuracy. Team Management Support the day-to-day management of the finance team and direct management of payroll and credit control. Business Support Build effective working relationships with operational and commercial teams. Provide financial insight and support to non-finance stakeholders. Support ad hoc business projects and continuous improvement initiatives Essential Experience Hands on experience producing management accounts or financial reporting. Strong reconciliation and financial control skills Excellent Excel capabilities Qualifications Part or fully-qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA), QBE. Desirable Experience Manufacturing in either a management accounting or Audit capacity Budgeting and forecasting processes. Skills & Behaviours Positive, hands-on and willing to learn. Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills. Good analytical and problem-solving capability. Able to communicate effectively with finance and non-finance colleagues. Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment. Proactive and keen to develop professionally.
Job Opportunity: ServiceNow Business Analyst - Modern Workplace Location: Leeds or Edinburgh (2 days per week onsite) Contract: 12 months Rate: 550 per day (umbrella) Why This Role Matters: Join our client's Service Transformation Lab (STL) and play a key role in revolutionizing the Modern Workplace Platform! Your efforts will simplify colleague technology experiences, enhance Service Catalogue journeys, improve the Employee Centre, and modernize workflows. STL operates through SAFe-aligned feature teams, driving investment-funded enhancements, business-as-usual improvements, and strategic ServiceNow transformations. What You'll Do: Shape Clear and Actionable Requirements: - Lead requirement discovery sessions with Product Owners, Customer Journey Managers, Tech Leads, Architects, Support Teams, and operational SMEs. - Translate colleague and business needs into structured epics, features, and stories for SAFe teams, ensuring clarity of expected outcomes, dependencies, data needs, and acceptance conditions. - Align work across Catalogue, ITSM, and Employee Centre journeys with STL's transformation themes like guided self-service and catalogue simplification. Drive Design & Decision Clarity: - Facilitate workshops, mapping sessions, and impact assessments using STL journey artefacts and the broader Modern Workplace Journey Atlas. - Collaborate with Service Design partners to ensure that colleague experience, simplicity, and accessibility are at the forefront of every change. Operate as Part of SAFe Feature Teams: - Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a healthy backlog and support PI planning. - Assist in estimation, sequencing, and readiness of work across ServiceNow releases and SAFe increments. - Create traceability between business needs, stories, test expectations, and operational value. Ensure Operational Readiness & Service Quality: - Engage with Service Operations, support teams, and knowledge owners to ensure smooth transitions into live service. - Contribute to knowledge updates, communications, and enhancements for colleague-facing journeys. - Support labs with metrics definition and benefit tracking across key STL journeys. Champion Continuous Improvement: - Identify inefficiencies within processes, catalogue items, knowledge articles, and employee-facing journeys. - Help squads simplify, automate, and optimize ServiceNow workflows and colleague interactions. What You'll Bring: Essential: Proven experience as a Business Analyst in a digital, service, or technology environment. Experience with ServiceNow and developer experience. Strong skills in requirements elicitation, process mapping, business process improvement, and structured story writing. Ability to work within Agile/SAFe delivery structures while juggling multiple work streams. Confident communicator with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders across Modern Workplace disciplines. A user-centered mindset grounded in data, clarity, and delivering measurable colleague and operational value. Desirable: Exposure to enterprise platforms involved in Modern Workplace journeys (e.g., Devices, Knowledge Management, M365 integrated journeys). Knowledge of journey mapping tools and techniques or collaboration with Service Design teams. Why Join Us? This is your chance to be a part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to enhancing the workplace experience. If you're passionate about technology, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of our client's Modern Workplace! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Jul 04, 2026
Contractor
Job Opportunity: ServiceNow Business Analyst - Modern Workplace Location: Leeds or Edinburgh (2 days per week onsite) Contract: 12 months Rate: 550 per day (umbrella) Why This Role Matters: Join our client's Service Transformation Lab (STL) and play a key role in revolutionizing the Modern Workplace Platform! Your efforts will simplify colleague technology experiences, enhance Service Catalogue journeys, improve the Employee Centre, and modernize workflows. STL operates through SAFe-aligned feature teams, driving investment-funded enhancements, business-as-usual improvements, and strategic ServiceNow transformations. What You'll Do: Shape Clear and Actionable Requirements: - Lead requirement discovery sessions with Product Owners, Customer Journey Managers, Tech Leads, Architects, Support Teams, and operational SMEs. - Translate colleague and business needs into structured epics, features, and stories for SAFe teams, ensuring clarity of expected outcomes, dependencies, data needs, and acceptance conditions. - Align work across Catalogue, ITSM, and Employee Centre journeys with STL's transformation themes like guided self-service and catalogue simplification. Drive Design & Decision Clarity: - Facilitate workshops, mapping sessions, and impact assessments using STL journey artefacts and the broader Modern Workplace Journey Atlas. - Collaborate with Service Design partners to ensure that colleague experience, simplicity, and accessibility are at the forefront of every change. Operate as Part of SAFe Feature Teams: - Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a healthy backlog and support PI planning. - Assist in estimation, sequencing, and readiness of work across ServiceNow releases and SAFe increments. - Create traceability between business needs, stories, test expectations, and operational value. Ensure Operational Readiness & Service Quality: - Engage with Service Operations, support teams, and knowledge owners to ensure smooth transitions into live service. - Contribute to knowledge updates, communications, and enhancements for colleague-facing journeys. - Support labs with metrics definition and benefit tracking across key STL journeys. Champion Continuous Improvement: - Identify inefficiencies within processes, catalogue items, knowledge articles, and employee-facing journeys. - Help squads simplify, automate, and optimize ServiceNow workflows and colleague interactions. What You'll Bring: Essential: Proven experience as a Business Analyst in a digital, service, or technology environment. Experience with ServiceNow and developer experience. Strong skills in requirements elicitation, process mapping, business process improvement, and structured story writing. Ability to work within Agile/SAFe delivery structures while juggling multiple work streams. Confident communicator with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders across Modern Workplace disciplines. A user-centered mindset grounded in data, clarity, and delivering measurable colleague and operational value. Desirable: Exposure to enterprise platforms involved in Modern Workplace journeys (e.g., Devices, Knowledge Management, M365 integrated journeys). Knowledge of journey mapping tools and techniques or collaboration with Service Design teams. Why Join Us? This is your chance to be a part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to enhancing the workplace experience. If you're passionate about technology, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of our client's Modern Workplace! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
A leading defence engineering services and manufacturing organisation requires a Commercial Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contract management expertise across a portfolio of in-life programmes and pre-signature business opportunities. Applicants should have commercial contracts management experience, within a defence, aerospace, engineering services, technology, government contracting or similar regulated environments. Strong hybrid working options available - a site presence in Plymouth required 1-2 times per month. The Commercial Contracts Manager will join a large and growing commercial function supporting complex engineering and manufacturing programmes within the defence sector. The role will focus on contract management, commercial governance, pricing, negotiations and business growth activities, acting as the commercial lead for project teams while supporting the successful delivery of customer programmes. There will also be responsibility for mentoring commercial colleagues and driving commercial best practice across the business. Specific duties of the Commercial Contracts Manager include: Develop and implement commercial strategies that support programme delivery and business objectives Provide commercial governance and contract management expertise across a portfolio of defence and support services contracts Act as the primary commercial point of contact for project teams, providing commercial advice and guidance Lead commercial negotiations and pricing activities for both existing contracts and new business opportunities Prepare and review commercial proposals, supporting organic growth and competitive bids Identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented Lead, mentor and develop commercial team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and customers to support successful programme delivery Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Commercial Management, Contracts Management or Procurement experience within a regulated industry (aerospace, defence, engineering services, FM, government contracting, technology, nuclear etc) Experience managing complex commercial contracts throughout the contract lifecycle Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for commercial improvement and business growth Experience supporting proposals, bid activities and contract negotiations Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Degree / Professional qualification - IACCM, WorldCC, MCIPS etc. Eligible to obtain UK SC level security clearance Comfortable with hybrid working - anticipated 1-2 times p/month in Plymouth
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
A leading defence engineering services and manufacturing organisation requires a Commercial Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contract management expertise across a portfolio of in-life programmes and pre-signature business opportunities. Applicants should have commercial contracts management experience, within a defence, aerospace, engineering services, technology, government contracting or similar regulated environments. Strong hybrid working options available - a site presence in Plymouth required 1-2 times per month. The Commercial Contracts Manager will join a large and growing commercial function supporting complex engineering and manufacturing programmes within the defence sector. The role will focus on contract management, commercial governance, pricing, negotiations and business growth activities, acting as the commercial lead for project teams while supporting the successful delivery of customer programmes. There will also be responsibility for mentoring commercial colleagues and driving commercial best practice across the business. Specific duties of the Commercial Contracts Manager include: Develop and implement commercial strategies that support programme delivery and business objectives Provide commercial governance and contract management expertise across a portfolio of defence and support services contracts Act as the primary commercial point of contact for project teams, providing commercial advice and guidance Lead commercial negotiations and pricing activities for both existing contracts and new business opportunities Prepare and review commercial proposals, supporting organic growth and competitive bids Identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented Lead, mentor and develop commercial team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and customers to support successful programme delivery Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Commercial Management, Contracts Management or Procurement experience within a regulated industry (aerospace, defence, engineering services, FM, government contracting, technology, nuclear etc) Experience managing complex commercial contracts throughout the contract lifecycle Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for commercial improvement and business growth Experience supporting proposals, bid activities and contract negotiations Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Degree / Professional qualification - IACCM, WorldCC, MCIPS etc. Eligible to obtain UK SC level security clearance Comfortable with hybrid working - anticipated 1-2 times p/month in Plymouth
CLIENT ACCOUNTANT Trinity Estates • £Competitive • Hybrid - Hemel Hempstead (2 days per week) ROLE OVERVIEW You will be the trusted finance partner for a defined portfolio within Trinity Estates, ensuring every penny of client and service charge income is accounted for accurately and transparently. As a key member of our property management operation, you will turn complex data into clear, timely accounts that give Property Managers, clients and residents confidence. Working in a supportive, hybrid team based from our Hemel Hempstead head office, you will bring steady professionalism, strong ownership and a service mindset. Your work will underpin great resident experiences and help our wider Odevo Group deliver consistently high standards across a diverse national portfolio. ROLE EXPECTATIONS Most days you will be preparing and reviewing service charge accounts, completing bank reconciliations, managing ledgers and journals, and answering queries from Property Managers, clients and suppliers. You will plan budgets and year-end packs to tight timelines, resolve variances quickly, and provide clear reporting that supports decision-making. You will balance focused solo work with proactive collaboration across Finance and Property Management. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Year-end service charge accounts delivered right first time and on schedule, with clean audit outcomes. Clear, timely communication that leaves stakeholders informed, reassured and confident in the numbers. Robust reconciliations and controls, with issues identified early and resolved before they become problems. Accurate budgets and forecasts that align to lease terms and support effective cost management. Actionable portfolio insights that improve cashflow, reduce arrears and drive continuous improvement. A calm, organised approach that keeps multiple deadlines moving without compromising quality. HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Preparing, reviewing and finalising service charge accounts and year-end working papers. Completing monthly bank reconciliations, posting journals and maintaining clean ledgers. Building annual budgets and forecasts, including apportionments in line with lease terms. Producing client and internal reports, analysing variances and recommending corrective actions. Responding to accounting queries from Property Managers, clients, residents and suppliers. Liaising with auditors and Company Secretarial teams to support RMC/RTM year-end processes. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR You are detail-driven, numerate and comfortable owning deadlines from start to finish. You communicate clearly, turn complex data into simple explanations and build trust quickly. You enjoy structured processes, but you also spot improvements and make them happen. You collaborate well with non-finance colleagues and stay calm when priorities shift. You take pride in accuracy, accountability and delivering a professional service. EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Service charge or client accounting within residential property management. End-to-end year-end cycle exposure, including audits and statutory packs for client entities. Working knowledge of leases, apportionments and service charge best practice. Confident Excel skills (lookups, pivots) and familiarity with property management/finance systems. Experience partnering with operational teams to solve queries and improve processes. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, aligned to experience Company car or car allowance for field-based roles 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Vitality private healthcare Perkbox membership with discounts across retail, travel and entertainment Fully funded training and professional development, including paid study leave Employee referral scheme Annual salary review Free eye tests and Cycle to Work scheme Long service award Support for Army Reserve training ABOUT TRINITY ESTATES Trinity Estates is a leading residential property management company and the flagship brand within the wider Trinity Property Group. Managing a diverse portfolio across the UK, the business supports developments ranging from modern city apartments to large-scale residential estates. Trinity Estates combines strong operational structure with a people-focused approach, delivering a consistent and professional service at scale. For employees, this means access to larger and more varied portfolios, clear processes, strong internal support and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing organisation. As part of a wider group, Trinity Estates offers both stability and career development, making it an ideal environment for those looking to build and progress their career in property management. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on your service charge and client accounting capability, accuracy under deadline, stakeholder communication and scenario-based problem solving We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
CLIENT ACCOUNTANT Trinity Estates • £Competitive • Hybrid - Hemel Hempstead (2 days per week) ROLE OVERVIEW You will be the trusted finance partner for a defined portfolio within Trinity Estates, ensuring every penny of client and service charge income is accounted for accurately and transparently. As a key member of our property management operation, you will turn complex data into clear, timely accounts that give Property Managers, clients and residents confidence. Working in a supportive, hybrid team based from our Hemel Hempstead head office, you will bring steady professionalism, strong ownership and a service mindset. Your work will underpin great resident experiences and help our wider Odevo Group deliver consistently high standards across a diverse national portfolio. ROLE EXPECTATIONS Most days you will be preparing and reviewing service charge accounts, completing bank reconciliations, managing ledgers and journals, and answering queries from Property Managers, clients and suppliers. You will plan budgets and year-end packs to tight timelines, resolve variances quickly, and provide clear reporting that supports decision-making. You will balance focused solo work with proactive collaboration across Finance and Property Management. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Year-end service charge accounts delivered right first time and on schedule, with clean audit outcomes. Clear, timely communication that leaves stakeholders informed, reassured and confident in the numbers. Robust reconciliations and controls, with issues identified early and resolved before they become problems. Accurate budgets and forecasts that align to lease terms and support effective cost management. Actionable portfolio insights that improve cashflow, reduce arrears and drive continuous improvement. A calm, organised approach that keeps multiple deadlines moving without compromising quality. HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Preparing, reviewing and finalising service charge accounts and year-end working papers. Completing monthly bank reconciliations, posting journals and maintaining clean ledgers. Building annual budgets and forecasts, including apportionments in line with lease terms. Producing client and internal reports, analysing variances and recommending corrective actions. Responding to accounting queries from Property Managers, clients, residents and suppliers. Liaising with auditors and Company Secretarial teams to support RMC/RTM year-end processes. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR You are detail-driven, numerate and comfortable owning deadlines from start to finish. You communicate clearly, turn complex data into simple explanations and build trust quickly. You enjoy structured processes, but you also spot improvements and make them happen. You collaborate well with non-finance colleagues and stay calm when priorities shift. You take pride in accuracy, accountability and delivering a professional service. EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Service charge or client accounting within residential property management. End-to-end year-end cycle exposure, including audits and statutory packs for client entities. Working knowledge of leases, apportionments and service charge best practice. Confident Excel skills (lookups, pivots) and familiarity with property management/finance systems. Experience partnering with operational teams to solve queries and improve processes. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, aligned to experience Company car or car allowance for field-based roles 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Vitality private healthcare Perkbox membership with discounts across retail, travel and entertainment Fully funded training and professional development, including paid study leave Employee referral scheme Annual salary review Free eye tests and Cycle to Work scheme Long service award Support for Army Reserve training ABOUT TRINITY ESTATES Trinity Estates is a leading residential property management company and the flagship brand within the wider Trinity Property Group. Managing a diverse portfolio across the UK, the business supports developments ranging from modern city apartments to large-scale residential estates. Trinity Estates combines strong operational structure with a people-focused approach, delivering a consistent and professional service at scale. For employees, this means access to larger and more varied portfolios, clear processes, strong internal support and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing organisation. As part of a wider group, Trinity Estates offers both stability and career development, making it an ideal environment for those looking to build and progress their career in property management. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on your service charge and client accounting capability, accuracy under deadline, stakeholder communication and scenario-based problem solving We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.
Accounts & Client Manager Nantwich Permanent A well-established and expanding professional services firm is looking to appoint an experienced Accountancy Manager to support continued growth. This opportunity would suit a confident and commercially aware individual who enjoys taking ownership of client relationships while leading and developing a team. Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to junior and senior team members Conduct regular check-ins and performance discussions to support development Foster a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and knowledge sharing Act as the main point of contact for a range of clients across different sectors Maintain a high standard of client care, building trust and long-term partnerships Support effective delegation and utilisation of team resources Monitor progress against internal targets and ensure deadlines are consistently met Play an active role in improving internal processes and efficiencies Spot opportunities to add value to existing clients through additional services Contribute to the firm s growth by strengthening client relationships and identifying new leads Work closely with colleagues to support wider business development initiatives Key Requirements: Professionally qualified (ACA or ACCA preferred; AAT considered) Solid background within an accountancy practice environment Experience managing client relationships independently Additional Details: Full-time and part-time options available Role based in Nantwich with office presence required Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK If you are interested, please apply directly or email your CV over to (url removed). You can also call Ellie on (phone number removed). INDCOM
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Accounts & Client Manager Nantwich Permanent A well-established and expanding professional services firm is looking to appoint an experienced Accountancy Manager to support continued growth. This opportunity would suit a confident and commercially aware individual who enjoys taking ownership of client relationships while leading and developing a team. Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to junior and senior team members Conduct regular check-ins and performance discussions to support development Foster a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and knowledge sharing Act as the main point of contact for a range of clients across different sectors Maintain a high standard of client care, building trust and long-term partnerships Support effective delegation and utilisation of team resources Monitor progress against internal targets and ensure deadlines are consistently met Play an active role in improving internal processes and efficiencies Spot opportunities to add value to existing clients through additional services Contribute to the firm s growth by strengthening client relationships and identifying new leads Work closely with colleagues to support wider business development initiatives Key Requirements: Professionally qualified (ACA or ACCA preferred; AAT considered) Solid background within an accountancy practice environment Experience managing client relationships independently Additional Details: Full-time and part-time options available Role based in Nantwich with office presence required Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK If you are interested, please apply directly or email your CV over to (url removed). You can also call Ellie on (phone number removed). INDCOM
A leading defence engineering services and manufacturing organisation requires a Commercial Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contract management expertise across a portfolio of in-life programmes and pre-signature business opportunities. Applicants should have commercial contracts management experience, within a defence, aerospace, engineering services, technology, government contracting or similar regulated environments. Strong hybrid working options available - a site presence in Leicester required 1-2 times per month. The Commercial Contracts Manager will join a large and growing commercial function supporting complex engineering and manufacturing programmes within the defence sector. The role will focus on contract management, commercial governance, pricing, negotiations and business growth activities, acting as the commercial lead for project teams while supporting the successful delivery of customer programmes. There will also be responsibility for mentoring commercial colleagues and driving commercial best practice across the business. Specific duties of the Commercial Contracts Manager include: Develop and implement commercial strategies that support programme delivery and business objectives Provide commercial governance and contract management expertise across a portfolio of defence and support services contracts Act as the primary commercial point of contact for project teams, providing commercial advice and guidance Lead commercial negotiations and pricing activities for both existing contracts and new business opportunities Prepare and review commercial proposals, supporting organic growth and competitive bids Identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented Lead, mentor and develop commercial team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and customers to support successful programme delivery Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Commercial Management, Contracts Management or Procurement experience within a regulated industry (aerospace, defence, engineering services, FM, government contracting, technology, nuclear etc) Experience managing complex commercial contracts throughout the contract lifecycle Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for commercial improvement and business growth Experience supporting proposals, bid activities and contract negotiations Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Degree / Professional qualification - IACCM, WorldCC, MCIPS etc. Eligible to obtain UK SC level security clearance Comfortable with hybrid working - anticipated 1-2 times p/month in Leicester
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
A leading defence engineering services and manufacturing organisation requires a Commercial Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contract management expertise across a portfolio of in-life programmes and pre-signature business opportunities. Applicants should have commercial contracts management experience, within a defence, aerospace, engineering services, technology, government contracting or similar regulated environments. Strong hybrid working options available - a site presence in Leicester required 1-2 times per month. The Commercial Contracts Manager will join a large and growing commercial function supporting complex engineering and manufacturing programmes within the defence sector. The role will focus on contract management, commercial governance, pricing, negotiations and business growth activities, acting as the commercial lead for project teams while supporting the successful delivery of customer programmes. There will also be responsibility for mentoring commercial colleagues and driving commercial best practice across the business. Specific duties of the Commercial Contracts Manager include: Develop and implement commercial strategies that support programme delivery and business objectives Provide commercial governance and contract management expertise across a portfolio of defence and support services contracts Act as the primary commercial point of contact for project teams, providing commercial advice and guidance Lead commercial negotiations and pricing activities for both existing contracts and new business opportunities Prepare and review commercial proposals, supporting organic growth and competitive bids Identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented Lead, mentor and develop commercial team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and customers to support successful programme delivery Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Commercial Management, Contracts Management or Procurement experience within a regulated industry (aerospace, defence, engineering services, FM, government contracting, technology, nuclear etc) Experience managing complex commercial contracts throughout the contract lifecycle Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for commercial improvement and business growth Experience supporting proposals, bid activities and contract negotiations Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Degree / Professional qualification - IACCM, WorldCC, MCIPS etc. Eligible to obtain UK SC level security clearance Comfortable with hybrid working - anticipated 1-2 times p/month in Leicester
Technical Manager Salary: Up to £75k per annum. Location: Bolton, fully onsite role, hours 8am - 4pm Are you an experienced Technical Manager with a degree in Chemistry looking for a varied role where no two days are the same? We're recruiting for an exciting permanent opportunity with an established and growing manufacturing business looking to appoint a technically minded leader. This is a genuinely blended role that combines technical leadership, product development, project management, manufacturing support, customer engagement and compliance, making it ideal for someone who enjoys applying their scientific knowledge across multiple areas of the business. Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you'll play a key role in developing innovative products, supporting customers, improving manufacturing processes and driving technical excellence throughout the organisation. Why Join? Salary up to £75k per annum Excellent benefits Permanent, long term opportunity with a growing manufacturer Varied and interesting role with no two days the same Opportunity to lead technical projects from concept through to production Work closely with senior leadership and influence business strategy Blend of office based technical work, project management and customer interaction The Role As Technical Manager, you'll lead the Technical Department while acting as the technical expert across the business. You'll oversee new product development, manage testing and certification, support manufacturing, work directly with customers and suppliers, and ensure products continue to meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. You'll combine scientific knowledge with commercial awareness, helping customers solve technical challenges while supporting innovation and continuous improvement throughout the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Technical Department Drive new product development and continuous improvement projects Provide technical expertise across manufacturing, sales and commercial teams Manage technical projects from concept through to successful delivery Support manufacturing by resolving technical issues and improving production processes Oversee product testing, validation and certification activities Ensure compliance of raw materials and finished products Work closely with suppliers and contract manufacturing partners Provide technical support and advice to customers Investigate product performance and solve complex technical challenges Manage technical documentation and product specifications Support business strategy through innovation and product development Manage departmental budgets and identify opportunities for improvement About You We're looking for an experienced Technical Manager who enjoys combining scientific expertise with practical problem solving and leadership. To be successful you'll need: A degree in Chemistry or another relevant Science discipline such as Materials Science, Chemical Science or a closely related subject Previous experience in a Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Technical role within manufacturing Strong product development experience Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments Knowledge of product testing, validation, certification and regulatory compliance Excellent leadership and communication skills The ability to explain technical information clearly to both colleagues and customers A proactive approach with excellent problem solving skills Commercial awareness and the ability to balance innovation with business objectives Why This Opportunity? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where your scientific knowledge will genuinely make a difference. Rather than being focused solely on managing a technical department, you'll enjoy a broad and rewarding position that combines leadership, innovation, customer interaction, manufacturing support and product development. You'll work across the entire product lifecycle, influence key business decisions and play a major role in the company's future growth. If you're an experienced Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Scientist looking for a varied permanent opportunity where you can develop your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Technical Manager Salary: Up to £75k per annum. Location: Bolton, fully onsite role, hours 8am - 4pm Are you an experienced Technical Manager with a degree in Chemistry looking for a varied role where no two days are the same? We're recruiting for an exciting permanent opportunity with an established and growing manufacturing business looking to appoint a technically minded leader. This is a genuinely blended role that combines technical leadership, product development, project management, manufacturing support, customer engagement and compliance, making it ideal for someone who enjoys applying their scientific knowledge across multiple areas of the business. Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you'll play a key role in developing innovative products, supporting customers, improving manufacturing processes and driving technical excellence throughout the organisation. Why Join? Salary up to £75k per annum Excellent benefits Permanent, long term opportunity with a growing manufacturer Varied and interesting role with no two days the same Opportunity to lead technical projects from concept through to production Work closely with senior leadership and influence business strategy Blend of office based technical work, project management and customer interaction The Role As Technical Manager, you'll lead the Technical Department while acting as the technical expert across the business. You'll oversee new product development, manage testing and certification, support manufacturing, work directly with customers and suppliers, and ensure products continue to meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. You'll combine scientific knowledge with commercial awareness, helping customers solve technical challenges while supporting innovation and continuous improvement throughout the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Technical Department Drive new product development and continuous improvement projects Provide technical expertise across manufacturing, sales and commercial teams Manage technical projects from concept through to successful delivery Support manufacturing by resolving technical issues and improving production processes Oversee product testing, validation and certification activities Ensure compliance of raw materials and finished products Work closely with suppliers and contract manufacturing partners Provide technical support and advice to customers Investigate product performance and solve complex technical challenges Manage technical documentation and product specifications Support business strategy through innovation and product development Manage departmental budgets and identify opportunities for improvement About You We're looking for an experienced Technical Manager who enjoys combining scientific expertise with practical problem solving and leadership. To be successful you'll need: A degree in Chemistry or another relevant Science discipline such as Materials Science, Chemical Science or a closely related subject Previous experience in a Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Technical role within manufacturing Strong product development experience Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments Knowledge of product testing, validation, certification and regulatory compliance Excellent leadership and communication skills The ability to explain technical information clearly to both colleagues and customers A proactive approach with excellent problem solving skills Commercial awareness and the ability to balance innovation with business objectives Why This Opportunity? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where your scientific knowledge will genuinely make a difference. Rather than being focused solely on managing a technical department, you'll enjoy a broad and rewarding position that combines leadership, innovation, customer interaction, manufacturing support and product development. You'll work across the entire product lifecycle, influence key business decisions and play a major role in the company's future growth. If you're an experienced Technical Manager, Product Development Manager, Research and Development Manager, Technical Lead or Senior Scientist looking for a varied permanent opportunity where you can develop your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
QA Auditor (Days 4on 4off 06:00am-18:00pm) Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Greencore Sutton Bridge Meals, Chalk Lane, Sutton Bridge, Langley Park, PE12 9YF Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: Days 06:00am-18:00pm 4on 4off Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Sutton Bridge is home to around 225 colleagues, producing chilled Indian ready meals for a dedicated customer. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. Greencore and its recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
QA Auditor (Days 4on 4off 06:00am-18:00pm) Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Greencore Sutton Bridge Meals, Chalk Lane, Sutton Bridge, Langley Park, PE12 9YF Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: Days 06:00am-18:00pm 4on 4off Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Sutton Bridge is home to around 225 colleagues, producing chilled Indian ready meals for a dedicated customer. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. Greencore and its recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent.
Technical Services Manager Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: Monday-Friday, 08.30-17.00 Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. This role is based in Bourne at a site specialising in the preparation of fruit, leafy and dressed salads, noodles, and stir-fry mixes. The site employs over 1,300 people and is conveniently located just 16 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Spalding. What you'll be doing The Technical Services Manager is responsible for overseeing the quality and food safety management systems across the site, ensuring full compliance with legal, customer, and industry standards. This includes ownership and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), incorporating HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, allergen management, audit and compliance activities, customer, and product standards, and change control. The role also provides leadership to the Technical Services team, supporting the delivery of a quality-focused culture while ensuring effective management of complaints, coordination of KPI reporting, and maintenance of factory systems (e.g. Redzone, Olympus, and corrective action databases). In addition, the role oversees pest control, traceability systems, and cross-functional collaboration to support the consistent delivery of safe, compliant, and high-quality products, enabling the operational teams to maintain high standards. (The role covers the main site at Spalding Road and the smaller Bourne Growing Unit where beansprouts are grown one of our USP's at Bourne) Key Responsibilities Support and contribute to the continuous improvement of site food safety, quality, and compliance programmes, ensuring alignment with HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, allergen management, food safety legislation, and customer requirements. Provide oversight and guidance to the Technical team responsible for the Quality Management System (QMS), including compliance, audit readiness, traceability, pest control, customer complaints, KPI reporting, and continuous improvement. Support the Specification team in maintaining accurate product specifications, artwork, technical documentation, nutritional information, and labelling in line with customer and legislative standards. Assist the Technical Manager in managing customer relationships and technical matters, acting as a key point of contact during customer visits and audits. Support and coordinate internal, customer, regulatory, and third-party audits, helping to achieve positive outcomes and timely completion of corrective actions. Promote a quality-focused culture through collaborative change management, risk assessment, data review, and continuous improvement initiatives. Work closely with Production, NPD and Supply Chain, supporting these teams in delivering products that are safe, legal, and meet quality and customer expectations. Coach, mentor, and support the Technical Services team, encouraging strong performance, engagement, and alignment What we're looking for: Key Skills & Experience A dedicated and engaged team player who is committed to supporting the team and delivering strong results. Experience working within technical or quality roles in food manufacturing, FMCG, or fresh produce environments, with the ability to positively influence and support team performance. Good working knowledge of HACCP (Level 3 minimum, Level 4 desirable), along with an understanding of TACCP, VACCP, allergen management, food safety legislation, and traceability systems. Solid understanding of BRCGS standards, retailer codes of practice, customer specifications, nutritional requirements, and food labelling legislation. Experience supporting quality management systems, audits, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives within a team environment. Ability to interpret technical data, recognise potential risks and trends, and contribute to the development of effective corrective and preventative actions. Personal Attributes Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing environment, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities. Resilient and able to manage a varied workload while maintaining attention to detail and a consistent approach to high standards. Friendly, approachable, and supportive, with the ability to build positive relationships and encourage team engagement. Confident communicator who can interact effectively with colleagues, customers, auditors, and senior stakeholders, with the ability to positively influence outcomes. Well organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and support audit and operational requirements. Competent in IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and customer portals, with the ability to use these tools to support team and business needs. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies At your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. Greencore and its recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Technical Services Manager Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: Monday-Friday, 08.30-17.00 Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. This role is based in Bourne at a site specialising in the preparation of fruit, leafy and dressed salads, noodles, and stir-fry mixes. The site employs over 1,300 people and is conveniently located just 16 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Spalding. What you'll be doing The Technical Services Manager is responsible for overseeing the quality and food safety management systems across the site, ensuring full compliance with legal, customer, and industry standards. This includes ownership and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), incorporating HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, allergen management, audit and compliance activities, customer, and product standards, and change control. The role also provides leadership to the Technical Services team, supporting the delivery of a quality-focused culture while ensuring effective management of complaints, coordination of KPI reporting, and maintenance of factory systems (e.g. Redzone, Olympus, and corrective action databases). In addition, the role oversees pest control, traceability systems, and cross-functional collaboration to support the consistent delivery of safe, compliant, and high-quality products, enabling the operational teams to maintain high standards. (The role covers the main site at Spalding Road and the smaller Bourne Growing Unit where beansprouts are grown one of our USP's at Bourne) Key Responsibilities Support and contribute to the continuous improvement of site food safety, quality, and compliance programmes, ensuring alignment with HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, allergen management, food safety legislation, and customer requirements. Provide oversight and guidance to the Technical team responsible for the Quality Management System (QMS), including compliance, audit readiness, traceability, pest control, customer complaints, KPI reporting, and continuous improvement. Support the Specification team in maintaining accurate product specifications, artwork, technical documentation, nutritional information, and labelling in line with customer and legislative standards. Assist the Technical Manager in managing customer relationships and technical matters, acting as a key point of contact during customer visits and audits. Support and coordinate internal, customer, regulatory, and third-party audits, helping to achieve positive outcomes and timely completion of corrective actions. Promote a quality-focused culture through collaborative change management, risk assessment, data review, and continuous improvement initiatives. Work closely with Production, NPD and Supply Chain, supporting these teams in delivering products that are safe, legal, and meet quality and customer expectations. Coach, mentor, and support the Technical Services team, encouraging strong performance, engagement, and alignment What we're looking for: Key Skills & Experience A dedicated and engaged team player who is committed to supporting the team and delivering strong results. Experience working within technical or quality roles in food manufacturing, FMCG, or fresh produce environments, with the ability to positively influence and support team performance. Good working knowledge of HACCP (Level 3 minimum, Level 4 desirable), along with an understanding of TACCP, VACCP, allergen management, food safety legislation, and traceability systems. Solid understanding of BRCGS standards, retailer codes of practice, customer specifications, nutritional requirements, and food labelling legislation. Experience supporting quality management systems, audits, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives within a team environment. Ability to interpret technical data, recognise potential risks and trends, and contribute to the development of effective corrective and preventative actions. Personal Attributes Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing environment, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities. Resilient and able to manage a varied workload while maintaining attention to detail and a consistent approach to high standards. Friendly, approachable, and supportive, with the ability to build positive relationships and encourage team engagement. Confident communicator who can interact effectively with colleagues, customers, auditors, and senior stakeholders, with the ability to positively influence outcomes. Well organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and support audit and operational requirements. Competent in IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and customer portals, with the ability to use these tools to support team and business needs. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies At your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. Greencore and its recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent.
A leading defence engineering services and manufacturing organisation requires a Commercial Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contract management expertise across a portfolio of in-life programmes and pre-signature business opportunities. Applicants should have commercial contracts management experience, within a defence, aerospace, engineering services, technology, government contracting or similar regulated environments. Strong hybrid working options available - a site presence in Bristol required 1-2 times per month. The Commercial Contracts Manager will join a large and growing commercial function supporting complex engineering and manufacturing programmes within the defence sector. The role will focus on contract management, commercial governance, pricing, negotiations and business growth activities, acting as the commercial lead for project teams while supporting the successful delivery of customer programmes. There will also be responsibility for mentoring commercial colleagues and driving commercial best practice across the business. Specific duties of the Commercial Contracts Manager include: Develop and implement commercial strategies that support programme delivery and business objectives Provide commercial governance and contract management expertise across a portfolio of defence and support services contracts Act as the primary commercial point of contact for project teams, providing commercial advice and guidance Lead commercial negotiations and pricing activities for both existing contracts and new business opportunities Prepare and review commercial proposals, supporting organic growth and competitive bids Identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented Lead, mentor and develop commercial team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and customers to support successful programme delivery Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Commercial Management, Contracts Management or Procurement experience within a regulated industry (aerospace, defence, engineering services, FM, government contracting, technology, nuclear etc) Experience managing complex commercial contracts throughout the contract lifecycle Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for commercial improvement and business growth Experience supporting proposals, bid activities and contract negotiations Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Degree / Professional qualification - IACCM, WorldCC, MCIPS etc. Eligible to obtain UK SC level security clearance Comfortable with hybrid working - anticipated 1-2 times p/month in Bristol
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
A leading defence engineering services and manufacturing organisation requires a Commercial Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contract management expertise across a portfolio of in-life programmes and pre-signature business opportunities. Applicants should have commercial contracts management experience, within a defence, aerospace, engineering services, technology, government contracting or similar regulated environments. Strong hybrid working options available - a site presence in Bristol required 1-2 times per month. The Commercial Contracts Manager will join a large and growing commercial function supporting complex engineering and manufacturing programmes within the defence sector. The role will focus on contract management, commercial governance, pricing, negotiations and business growth activities, acting as the commercial lead for project teams while supporting the successful delivery of customer programmes. There will also be responsibility for mentoring commercial colleagues and driving commercial best practice across the business. Specific duties of the Commercial Contracts Manager include: Develop and implement commercial strategies that support programme delivery and business objectives Provide commercial governance and contract management expertise across a portfolio of defence and support services contracts Act as the primary commercial point of contact for project teams, providing commercial advice and guidance Lead commercial negotiations and pricing activities for both existing contracts and new business opportunities Prepare and review commercial proposals, supporting organic growth and competitive bids Identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented Lead, mentor and develop commercial team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and customers to support successful programme delivery Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Commercial Management, Contracts Management or Procurement experience within a regulated industry (aerospace, defence, engineering services, FM, government contracting, technology, nuclear etc) Experience managing complex commercial contracts throughout the contract lifecycle Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for commercial improvement and business growth Experience supporting proposals, bid activities and contract negotiations Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Degree / Professional qualification - IACCM, WorldCC, MCIPS etc. Eligible to obtain UK SC level security clearance Comfortable with hybrid working - anticipated 1-2 times p/month in Bristol
K.A.G. Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a leading UK retailer in their search to find a Buying Manager - Fresh to join their Commercial team based in Bradford. Role: Buying Manager - Fresh Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week (Hybrid working - minimum 3 days office based) Purpose of the Role As the Buying Manager - Fresh, you will be responsible for developing and delivering category plans across a high-spend Fresh Food category, ensuring the delivery of commercially competitive ranges that drive sales, profit and customer satisfaction. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will lead category strategy development, negotiate supplier agreements and utilise customer and market insight to deliver compelling propositions that support business growth and profitability. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver category plans for a complex Fresh Food category, driving sales, profitability and margin performance Negotiate with suppliers, build strong partnerships and implement robust supplier plans Use customer insight, market trends and competitor analysis to develop effective category strategies Work cross-functionally to deliver compelling customer propositions focused on quality, value and innovation Drive continuous improvement in category performance and customer experience Promote a high-performance culture, supporting the development and growth of colleagues Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and supplier standards About You You will be an experienced Buying Manager or Senior Buyer with a proven track record in Fresh Food categories and delivering commercial growth within a fast-paced retail environment. You will demonstrate: Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and supplier management skills Experience developing and implementing successful category strategies Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A customer-focused approach with a passion for delivering exceptional product ranges Experience operating within complex, competitive markets The ability to influence, collaborate and drive results across multiple business functions High levels of drive, energy and enthusiasm, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buying professional to join a highly successful organisation and play a key role in shaping the future of a major Fresh Food category.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
K.A.G. Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a leading UK retailer in their search to find a Buying Manager - Fresh to join their Commercial team based in Bradford. Role: Buying Manager - Fresh Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week (Hybrid working - minimum 3 days office based) Purpose of the Role As the Buying Manager - Fresh, you will be responsible for developing and delivering category plans across a high-spend Fresh Food category, ensuring the delivery of commercially competitive ranges that drive sales, profit and customer satisfaction. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will lead category strategy development, negotiate supplier agreements and utilise customer and market insight to deliver compelling propositions that support business growth and profitability. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver category plans for a complex Fresh Food category, driving sales, profitability and margin performance Negotiate with suppliers, build strong partnerships and implement robust supplier plans Use customer insight, market trends and competitor analysis to develop effective category strategies Work cross-functionally to deliver compelling customer propositions focused on quality, value and innovation Drive continuous improvement in category performance and customer experience Promote a high-performance culture, supporting the development and growth of colleagues Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and supplier standards About You You will be an experienced Buying Manager or Senior Buyer with a proven track record in Fresh Food categories and delivering commercial growth within a fast-paced retail environment. You will demonstrate: Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and supplier management skills Experience developing and implementing successful category strategies Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A customer-focused approach with a passion for delivering exceptional product ranges Experience operating within complex, competitive markets The ability to influence, collaborate and drive results across multiple business functions High levels of drive, energy and enthusiasm, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buying professional to join a highly successful organisation and play a key role in shaping the future of a major Fresh Food category.
We Make Morrisons From a Bradford market stall to the UK s fourth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We re looking for an Operations Manager to join our team. Our Operations Manager s play a key role in helping our business to grow and succeed. It s their job to ensure that the store operations are running smoothly ensuring Morrisons is a better place for our customers to shop and our colleagues to work. Deputising for the Store Manager, it s really important our Operations Managers create an inclusive environment for all managers and colleagues, where everyone feels valued. Ensuring they role model great leadership skills they also oversee all aspects of the store including achievement of all operational KPI targets, driving high store standards, excellent safe and legal compliance and ensuring our managers are highly capable and motivated in order to create a high performing and engaged team. As the Operations Manager it is your job to: Be accountable for the end to end process of all operations within store, ensuring appropriate resource to deliver routines to the highest standard Continually identify, develop and mentor talent across the store and wider region that creates a pipeline of successors Continuously build capability of the Management team through stretching their accountability, and creating a plan for development areas Work in partnership with the People Manager to embed a culture of being comfortable with change across the store and supporting Managers to do the same An expert in safe and legal, ensuring all departments and colleagues are compliant with food safety laws Support Managers with forward-thinking action plans for their departments to increase performance Contribute to the development of the annual Store plan by having a commercial mindset to identify opportunities which will maximise performance Use freedom within the framework to develop local ideas to exceed sales targets and drive performance whilst motivating colleagues Build relationships with all key stakeholders in order to involve the right people to deliver continuous improvements that benefit the customer Lead by example to deliver exceptional standards and performance across the store whilst focusing most on what matters most for customers Oversee all processes in store which affect availability of products for our customers whilst building the capability of the Management team to feedback to the respective business areas to continuously improve customers experience Make time to understand from customers directly how we can improve our daily offer and build their feedback into improvement plans and work with central teams to provide insight and opportunity to continually improve the service we offer How do we say thank you? You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary and superb benefits package. Want more? Our benefits package not only includes a generous bonus but you will also receive an attractive pension scheme, private healthcare, as well as a colleague discount that we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We also offer a range of family friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave. No doubt you'll have shopped in our stores before, but why not take a look at some of the areas our customers don't see, such as our warehouses and colleague canteens to get a real taste of life at Morrisons. Explore using our 360 tour here. About You Our operations managers must have previous experience in the retail industry. Experience of managing a large customer facing and high turnover operation (over £150k turnover per week) is essential. You also need to have: Strong leadership skills with the capacity to listen and respond. The ability to influence, listen and understand the external perspective to inspire and think broadly about new ways of doing things. Strong coaching skills. You must be able to give feedback to ensure common ways of working. A passion for driving talent and creating a successful team culture. The ability to resolve challenges and build trust between the full store team. Set clear objectives that link directly to each department that are aligned with Morrisons priorities. The power to create a culture that fosters and values collaboration. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. About The Company Shopkeepers for over 100 years, we love providing our customers with a great shopping experience they won t find anywhere else. At just under 500 stores across the UK, our retail colleagues work as one team to provide plenty of food essentials, a great service and a buzz people enjoy. It s why our customers keep coming back for more. The UK s 4th largest supermarket, we provide great value for money and good quality fresh food and groceries to over 11 million customers every week. Our focus on freshness makes us stand out as we prepare more fresh food in-store than any other supermarket. It s challenging. It s fast-paced. But from Market Street to checkout our friendly team loves going above and beyond to bring our customers what they want. At Morrisons we believe in investing in our colleagues and industry-leading training programmes. We provide our colleagues with the opportunities they need to make it to the top. Many of our store managers started out on the shop floor. They ve been there and done that. It s how they know how to support our colleagues and help our customers so well.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
We Make Morrisons From a Bradford market stall to the UK s fourth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We re looking for an Operations Manager to join our team. Our Operations Manager s play a key role in helping our business to grow and succeed. It s their job to ensure that the store operations are running smoothly ensuring Morrisons is a better place for our customers to shop and our colleagues to work. Deputising for the Store Manager, it s really important our Operations Managers create an inclusive environment for all managers and colleagues, where everyone feels valued. Ensuring they role model great leadership skills they also oversee all aspects of the store including achievement of all operational KPI targets, driving high store standards, excellent safe and legal compliance and ensuring our managers are highly capable and motivated in order to create a high performing and engaged team. As the Operations Manager it is your job to: Be accountable for the end to end process of all operations within store, ensuring appropriate resource to deliver routines to the highest standard Continually identify, develop and mentor talent across the store and wider region that creates a pipeline of successors Continuously build capability of the Management team through stretching their accountability, and creating a plan for development areas Work in partnership with the People Manager to embed a culture of being comfortable with change across the store and supporting Managers to do the same An expert in safe and legal, ensuring all departments and colleagues are compliant with food safety laws Support Managers with forward-thinking action plans for their departments to increase performance Contribute to the development of the annual Store plan by having a commercial mindset to identify opportunities which will maximise performance Use freedom within the framework to develop local ideas to exceed sales targets and drive performance whilst motivating colleagues Build relationships with all key stakeholders in order to involve the right people to deliver continuous improvements that benefit the customer Lead by example to deliver exceptional standards and performance across the store whilst focusing most on what matters most for customers Oversee all processes in store which affect availability of products for our customers whilst building the capability of the Management team to feedback to the respective business areas to continuously improve customers experience Make time to understand from customers directly how we can improve our daily offer and build their feedback into improvement plans and work with central teams to provide insight and opportunity to continually improve the service we offer How do we say thank you? You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary and superb benefits package. Want more? Our benefits package not only includes a generous bonus but you will also receive an attractive pension scheme, private healthcare, as well as a colleague discount that we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We also offer a range of family friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave. No doubt you'll have shopped in our stores before, but why not take a look at some of the areas our customers don't see, such as our warehouses and colleague canteens to get a real taste of life at Morrisons. Explore using our 360 tour here. About You Our operations managers must have previous experience in the retail industry. Experience of managing a large customer facing and high turnover operation (over £150k turnover per week) is essential. You also need to have: Strong leadership skills with the capacity to listen and respond. The ability to influence, listen and understand the external perspective to inspire and think broadly about new ways of doing things. Strong coaching skills. You must be able to give feedback to ensure common ways of working. A passion for driving talent and creating a successful team culture. The ability to resolve challenges and build trust between the full store team. Set clear objectives that link directly to each department that are aligned with Morrisons priorities. The power to create a culture that fosters and values collaboration. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. About The Company Shopkeepers for over 100 years, we love providing our customers with a great shopping experience they won t find anywhere else. At just under 500 stores across the UK, our retail colleagues work as one team to provide plenty of food essentials, a great service and a buzz people enjoy. It s why our customers keep coming back for more. The UK s 4th largest supermarket, we provide great value for money and good quality fresh food and groceries to over 11 million customers every week. Our focus on freshness makes us stand out as we prepare more fresh food in-store than any other supermarket. It s challenging. It s fast-paced. But from Market Street to checkout our friendly team loves going above and beyond to bring our customers what they want. At Morrisons we believe in investing in our colleagues and industry-leading training programmes. We provide our colleagues with the opportunities they need to make it to the top. Many of our store managers started out on the shop floor. They ve been there and done that. It s how they know how to support our colleagues and help our customers so well.
RM Recruit are supporting a regulated organisation in the recruitment of an Interim Financial Accountant for an August start. The postholder will operate as a key member of the senior finance team, responsible for demonstrating strong leadership, promoting best practice, and maintaining high standards of professionalism across the function. While the role has no direct line management responsibility, it requires providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback to colleagues on financial processes, controls, and compliance matters, including areas such as VAT and financial governance. The remit of the role will include, but not be limited to: Lead the annual external audit and statutory accounts process, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements across the organisation and its subsidiary entities. Serve as the technical accounting and tax specialist within the finance function, translating complex regulatory and legislative changes into clear, practical guidance for finance teams and key stakeholders. Manage relationships with external advisors, including auditors, banking partners, and tax/VAT specialists, ensuring effective support and value-added service delivery. Oversee the financial control environment across people, systems, and processes, including training, approval frameworks, policy compliance, and financial risk management. Champion continuous improvement across finance operations, strengthening controls, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring financial processes remain robust, scalable, and aligned to organisational needs. This role will have hybrid working place with 3 days per week required onsite. The assignment will have an initial 6 month period with the potential for an extension or possibly a permanent position. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin
Jul 04, 2026
Contractor
RM Recruit are supporting a regulated organisation in the recruitment of an Interim Financial Accountant for an August start. The postholder will operate as a key member of the senior finance team, responsible for demonstrating strong leadership, promoting best practice, and maintaining high standards of professionalism across the function. While the role has no direct line management responsibility, it requires providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback to colleagues on financial processes, controls, and compliance matters, including areas such as VAT and financial governance. The remit of the role will include, but not be limited to: Lead the annual external audit and statutory accounts process, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements across the organisation and its subsidiary entities. Serve as the technical accounting and tax specialist within the finance function, translating complex regulatory and legislative changes into clear, practical guidance for finance teams and key stakeholders. Manage relationships with external advisors, including auditors, banking partners, and tax/VAT specialists, ensuring effective support and value-added service delivery. Oversee the financial control environment across people, systems, and processes, including training, approval frameworks, policy compliance, and financial risk management. Champion continuous improvement across finance operations, strengthening controls, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring financial processes remain robust, scalable, and aligned to organisational needs. This role will have hybrid working place with 3 days per week required onsite. The assignment will have an initial 6 month period with the potential for an extension or possibly a permanent position. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin
Senior Contracts Manager Hybrid (Birmingham or London) Inside IR35 Contract Opportunity - £650 The Opportunity Ford & Stanley are seeking experienced Senior Contracts Managers to support the commercial management and administration of a portfolio of major infrastructure and corporate contracts within a large-scale, publicly funded programme. This is an excellent opportunity for commercially focused contract professionals with extensive NEC contract experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record of delivering value, governance, and risk management across complex contract environments. Working within an established Procurement and Commercial function, you will be responsible for leading contract administration activities, managing contractual change, supporting governance processes, and ensuring the successful delivery of contract outcomes throughout the contract lifecycle. Contract Scope: Senior Contracts Manager The Senior Contracts Manager will provide leadership and commercial assurance across a portfolio of contracts, supporting project teams, senior stakeholders, and commercial colleagues in the effective administration and management of contractual obligations. The role will focus on contract governance, change management, commercial risk mitigation, and value-for-money delivery, whilst ensuring compliance with contractual and organisational requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial and contract administration of NEC forms of contract across major infrastructure projects. Provide commercial assurance and governance support to senior stakeholders, project teams, and contract management professionals. Coach, mentor, and support Contract Managers and Assistant Contract Managers to ensure consistent contract management practices. Identify, manage, and resolve contractual issues, risks, and disputes throughout the contract lifecycle. Lead contract change management activities, including the drafting and administration of change instructions and associated governance processes. Assess and negotiate compensation events, quotations, and commercial submissions. Support the development of business cases and ensure commercial implications are appropriately considered within decision-making processes. Monitor supplier and consultant performance, spend, and contractual compliance. Ensure contract risks are actively managed and mitigation measures are implemented. Develop and maintain effective relationships with Procurement, Engineering, Construction, Legal, Programme Controls, and Risk functions. Drive best practice contract management and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure value for money is achieved throughout contract delivery. Support organisational objectives relating to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). Essential Criteria Significant experience in contract management and administration within complex infrastructure, engineering, construction, transportation, or major project environments. Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3 and/or NEC4) . Demonstrable experience managing contractual change, compensation events, and contract risk. Experience operating within heavily regulated or publicly funded environments. Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Experience providing commercial governance and assurance across multiple contracts. Ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders. Experience managing Professional Services Contracts through the full contract lifecycle. Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, transportation, rail, utilities, construction, or public sector programmes. Experience within government, local authority, or publicly funded organisations. Familiarity with procurement regulations and public sector commercial governance frameworks. Previous experience mentoring or leading contract management teams. Working Arrangements Hybrid working model. Approximately 3 days per week onsite . Office locations available in Birmingham or London . Security Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS clearance . How to Apply If you are an experienced Senior Contracts Manager with strong NEC contract expertise and a background in complex infrastructure or public sector programmes, please apply via this job board or contact the consultant listed on this advert for further information. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar recruitment spanning all company functions with specialist verticals across Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics on both a permanent and contract basis. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Executive Search and Executive Interim Solutions across the UK, North America, the Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Helping organisations accelerate performance through coaching, training and leadership development. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer committed to equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are those of an employment consultancy business.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Senior Contracts Manager Hybrid (Birmingham or London) Inside IR35 Contract Opportunity - £650 The Opportunity Ford & Stanley are seeking experienced Senior Contracts Managers to support the commercial management and administration of a portfolio of major infrastructure and corporate contracts within a large-scale, publicly funded programme. This is an excellent opportunity for commercially focused contract professionals with extensive NEC contract experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record of delivering value, governance, and risk management across complex contract environments. Working within an established Procurement and Commercial function, you will be responsible for leading contract administration activities, managing contractual change, supporting governance processes, and ensuring the successful delivery of contract outcomes throughout the contract lifecycle. Contract Scope: Senior Contracts Manager The Senior Contracts Manager will provide leadership and commercial assurance across a portfolio of contracts, supporting project teams, senior stakeholders, and commercial colleagues in the effective administration and management of contractual obligations. The role will focus on contract governance, change management, commercial risk mitigation, and value-for-money delivery, whilst ensuring compliance with contractual and organisational requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial and contract administration of NEC forms of contract across major infrastructure projects. Provide commercial assurance and governance support to senior stakeholders, project teams, and contract management professionals. Coach, mentor, and support Contract Managers and Assistant Contract Managers to ensure consistent contract management practices. Identify, manage, and resolve contractual issues, risks, and disputes throughout the contract lifecycle. Lead contract change management activities, including the drafting and administration of change instructions and associated governance processes. Assess and negotiate compensation events, quotations, and commercial submissions. Support the development of business cases and ensure commercial implications are appropriately considered within decision-making processes. Monitor supplier and consultant performance, spend, and contractual compliance. Ensure contract risks are actively managed and mitigation measures are implemented. Develop and maintain effective relationships with Procurement, Engineering, Construction, Legal, Programme Controls, and Risk functions. Drive best practice contract management and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure value for money is achieved throughout contract delivery. Support organisational objectives relating to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). Essential Criteria Significant experience in contract management and administration within complex infrastructure, engineering, construction, transportation, or major project environments. Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3 and/or NEC4) . Demonstrable experience managing contractual change, compensation events, and contract risk. Experience operating within heavily regulated or publicly funded environments. Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Experience providing commercial governance and assurance across multiple contracts. Ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders. Experience managing Professional Services Contracts through the full contract lifecycle. Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, transportation, rail, utilities, construction, or public sector programmes. Experience within government, local authority, or publicly funded organisations. Familiarity with procurement regulations and public sector commercial governance frameworks. Previous experience mentoring or leading contract management teams. Working Arrangements Hybrid working model. Approximately 3 days per week onsite . Office locations available in Birmingham or London . Security Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS clearance . How to Apply If you are an experienced Senior Contracts Manager with strong NEC contract expertise and a background in complex infrastructure or public sector programmes, please apply via this job board or contact the consultant listed on this advert for further information. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar recruitment spanning all company functions with specialist verticals across Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics on both a permanent and contract basis. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Executive Search and Executive Interim Solutions across the UK, North America, the Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Helping organisations accelerate performance through coaching, training and leadership development. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer committed to equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are those of an employment consultancy business.
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB The Operations & Warehouse Manager is responsible for leading our client's Glasgow operational delivery, ensuring sector-leading service for clients while optimising efficiency, compliance, and colleague engagement. This role balances daily operational leadership with improvement initiatives, using data, technology, and process excellence to deliver measurable value to customers. With responsibility for shaping warehouse performance, local operational delivery, and acting as a deputy to the Head of Relocation Services, the role is both hands-on and strategically focused ensuring the company's reputation for quality, flexibility, and customer focus continues to grow. KEY TASKS Operational Leadership Lead daily warehouse and operational activity across Glasgow and surrounding counties, ensuring seamless, compliant, and customer-focused delivery. Manage all warehouse functions including storage, inventory, and dispatch, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and full asset traceability. Coordinate operational schedules, resources, and diary management to meet fluctuating customer demand. Act as the primary operational contact for high-profile customers, ensuring service levels meet or exceed expectations. Customer & Service Excellence Embed a customer-first culture across operations, ensuring every interaction adds value to the client experience. Proactively identify and respond to client needs, providing innovative, efficient solutions that mitigate risk and reduce cost. Partner with Sales, Customer Services and Projects teams to align operational delivery with customer requirements and strategic accounts. Drive continuous improvement in white glove service standards, ensuring RHG is consistently recognised for quality. Business Improvement & Data-led Performance Monitor and analyse operational KPIs (e.g., utilisation, turnaround time, stock accuracy) to identify trends and drive improvements. Lead initiatives to streamline warehouse and operational processes, including digitisation and automation where appropriate. Support the Head of Relocation Services in implementing divisional initiatives, ensuring contributes to national optimisation. Drive strict cost control and efficient use of resources, ensuring profitability without compromising service quality. People & Leadership Lead, coach, and develop warehouse and operational colleagues, building capability and engagement across the team. Manage recruitment, onboarding, and retention to ensure operational resilience. Act as deputy and natural successor to the Head of Relocation Services, providing cover and leadership support as required. Build a strong team culture where accountability, collaboration, and recognition are prioritised. Compliance & Safety Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, environmental, and compliance requirements across all warehouse and operational activity. Maintain a safe and secure workplace, ensuring risks are minimised and incidents reported. Champion RHG s ESG commitments locally, including waste reduction, asset reuse, and sustainable operations. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Proven leadership in warehouse and operational management, ideally within a relocation, logistics, or service-led business. Strong knowledge of warehouse processes, inventory management, and operational scheduling. Customer-focused leader with experience delivering high-quality service to major clients. Analytical and data-driven, able to use operational data to improve efficiency and customer outcomes. Hands-on leadership style, comfortable operating from shop floor to senior stakeholder level. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Counterbalance/Reach Truck licence (preferred). OTHER INFORMATION -based role with occasional travel to support wider divisional or national projects. Flexibility required to meet customer and operational needs, including evenings and weekends where necessary. Expected to play a proactive role in companys' wider operational and improvement agenda.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB The Operations & Warehouse Manager is responsible for leading our client's Glasgow operational delivery, ensuring sector-leading service for clients while optimising efficiency, compliance, and colleague engagement. This role balances daily operational leadership with improvement initiatives, using data, technology, and process excellence to deliver measurable value to customers. With responsibility for shaping warehouse performance, local operational delivery, and acting as a deputy to the Head of Relocation Services, the role is both hands-on and strategically focused ensuring the company's reputation for quality, flexibility, and customer focus continues to grow. KEY TASKS Operational Leadership Lead daily warehouse and operational activity across Glasgow and surrounding counties, ensuring seamless, compliant, and customer-focused delivery. Manage all warehouse functions including storage, inventory, and dispatch, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and full asset traceability. Coordinate operational schedules, resources, and diary management to meet fluctuating customer demand. Act as the primary operational contact for high-profile customers, ensuring service levels meet or exceed expectations. Customer & Service Excellence Embed a customer-first culture across operations, ensuring every interaction adds value to the client experience. Proactively identify and respond to client needs, providing innovative, efficient solutions that mitigate risk and reduce cost. Partner with Sales, Customer Services and Projects teams to align operational delivery with customer requirements and strategic accounts. Drive continuous improvement in white glove service standards, ensuring RHG is consistently recognised for quality. Business Improvement & Data-led Performance Monitor and analyse operational KPIs (e.g., utilisation, turnaround time, stock accuracy) to identify trends and drive improvements. Lead initiatives to streamline warehouse and operational processes, including digitisation and automation where appropriate. Support the Head of Relocation Services in implementing divisional initiatives, ensuring contributes to national optimisation. Drive strict cost control and efficient use of resources, ensuring profitability without compromising service quality. People & Leadership Lead, coach, and develop warehouse and operational colleagues, building capability and engagement across the team. Manage recruitment, onboarding, and retention to ensure operational resilience. Act as deputy and natural successor to the Head of Relocation Services, providing cover and leadership support as required. Build a strong team culture where accountability, collaboration, and recognition are prioritised. Compliance & Safety Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, environmental, and compliance requirements across all warehouse and operational activity. Maintain a safe and secure workplace, ensuring risks are minimised and incidents reported. Champion RHG s ESG commitments locally, including waste reduction, asset reuse, and sustainable operations. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Proven leadership in warehouse and operational management, ideally within a relocation, logistics, or service-led business. Strong knowledge of warehouse processes, inventory management, and operational scheduling. Customer-focused leader with experience delivering high-quality service to major clients. Analytical and data-driven, able to use operational data to improve efficiency and customer outcomes. Hands-on leadership style, comfortable operating from shop floor to senior stakeholder level. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Counterbalance/Reach Truck licence (preferred). OTHER INFORMATION -based role with occasional travel to support wider divisional or national projects. Flexibility required to meet customer and operational needs, including evenings and weekends where necessary. Expected to play a proactive role in companys' wider operational and improvement agenda.
Head of Relationship Management (Fully Remote) Head of Relationship Management Head of Account Management Head of Client Services Salary: 70,000 - 75,000 + Commission, Bonus, Pension, Annual Leave & Wellbeing Benefits Location: Fully Remote (UK) This is a fully remote position with no requirement to attend an office. However, for those who enjoy occasional face-to-face collaboration, the organisation has modern offices close to Bank in Central London that employees are welcome to use. About the Organisation Roeks Avenue Talent is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected and well-established organisation with an outstanding reputation, a passionate and collaborative culture, and a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing. The business has built long-standing client relationships through exceptional service, strong values and a people-first approach. Employees are empowered to make an impact, contribute ideas and work within a supportive, transparent and collaborative environment. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Head of Relationship Management to lead a high-performing team responsible for managing the majority of the organisation's client portfolio and revenue. This is a pivotal leadership role overseeing a team of 9-10 Account Managers. You will drive client retention, account growth, team performance and service excellence while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be an experienced relationship management, account management or client services leader with a proven ability to develop people, strengthen client partnerships and deliver commercial results. This role leads a team responsible for managing the majority of the organisation's client portfolio and revenue, making it a highly visible and business-critical function. Key Responsibilities You will lead, inspire and develop a team of 9-10 Account Managers, creating a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability and growth. You will coach and support team members to maximise client retention, portfolio growth and revenue opportunities while building trust, credibility and strong performance management practices across the team. You will develop and implement strategies to strengthen long-term client relationships, maximise account value and identify opportunities for revenue growth within existing portfolios. Working closely with clients and internal stakeholders, you will help ensure exceptional service delivery and long-term partnership success. A key aspect of the role will involve building strong relationships with senior leaders across the organisation. You will provide clear direction, communicate business priorities effectively and help create alignment between client objectives, team performance and wider business goals. You will also drive accountability and continuous improvement through effective performance management, succession planning and the use of commercial and operational performance metrics. About You We are interested in speaking with candidates who have experience within relationship management, account management, client services, or commercial leadership environments. You may currently be working as a Head of Relationship Management, Head of Account Management, Head of Client Services, Account Management Director, Client Services Director, Senior Relationship Manager, Customer Success Director or Commercial Relationship Manager. To be successful, you will have proven experience leading high-performing account management, client services or relationship management teams. You will possess strong commercial awareness, excellent stakeholder management skills and a track record of developing strategic client relationships that drive growth and retention. You will be a confident communicator who can influence at all levels, balance strategic thinking with operational delivery and create an environment where people are empowered to perform at their best. Personal Qualities You will be a resilient and confident decision-maker with high personal standards and a collaborative approach. You will be an authentic and transparent communicator who is comfortable holding others accountable while providing support, coaching and development. You will thrive in a values-driven environment, enjoy working closely with colleagues and stakeholders, and be passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences while developing high-performing teams. Why Join? Fully remote working. Optional access to modern offices near Bank in Central London for those who enjoy occasional face-to-face collaboration. 70,000 - 75,000 salary plus commission and bonus opportunities, pension scheme, annual leave and wellbeing benefits. This is an opportunity to lead an established and high-performing team within a successful organisation that genuinely values its people. You will work closely with senior leaders, support the development of key client relationships and help drive strong commercial and service outcomes within a supportive, collaborative and values-driven environment. Interview Process Three-stage interview process including competency-based interviews and a presentation. If you are an experienced relationship management, account management or client services leader looking for a fully remote opportunity with a people-focused organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Head of Relationship Management (Fully Remote) Head of Relationship Management Head of Account Management Head of Client Services Salary: 70,000 - 75,000 + Commission, Bonus, Pension, Annual Leave & Wellbeing Benefits Location: Fully Remote (UK) This is a fully remote position with no requirement to attend an office. However, for those who enjoy occasional face-to-face collaboration, the organisation has modern offices close to Bank in Central London that employees are welcome to use. About the Organisation Roeks Avenue Talent is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected and well-established organisation with an outstanding reputation, a passionate and collaborative culture, and a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing. The business has built long-standing client relationships through exceptional service, strong values and a people-first approach. Employees are empowered to make an impact, contribute ideas and work within a supportive, transparent and collaborative environment. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Head of Relationship Management to lead a high-performing team responsible for managing the majority of the organisation's client portfolio and revenue. This is a pivotal leadership role overseeing a team of 9-10 Account Managers. You will drive client retention, account growth, team performance and service excellence while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be an experienced relationship management, account management or client services leader with a proven ability to develop people, strengthen client partnerships and deliver commercial results. This role leads a team responsible for managing the majority of the organisation's client portfolio and revenue, making it a highly visible and business-critical function. Key Responsibilities You will lead, inspire and develop a team of 9-10 Account Managers, creating a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability and growth. You will coach and support team members to maximise client retention, portfolio growth and revenue opportunities while building trust, credibility and strong performance management practices across the team. You will develop and implement strategies to strengthen long-term client relationships, maximise account value and identify opportunities for revenue growth within existing portfolios. Working closely with clients and internal stakeholders, you will help ensure exceptional service delivery and long-term partnership success. A key aspect of the role will involve building strong relationships with senior leaders across the organisation. You will provide clear direction, communicate business priorities effectively and help create alignment between client objectives, team performance and wider business goals. You will also drive accountability and continuous improvement through effective performance management, succession planning and the use of commercial and operational performance metrics. About You We are interested in speaking with candidates who have experience within relationship management, account management, client services, or commercial leadership environments. You may currently be working as a Head of Relationship Management, Head of Account Management, Head of Client Services, Account Management Director, Client Services Director, Senior Relationship Manager, Customer Success Director or Commercial Relationship Manager. To be successful, you will have proven experience leading high-performing account management, client services or relationship management teams. You will possess strong commercial awareness, excellent stakeholder management skills and a track record of developing strategic client relationships that drive growth and retention. You will be a confident communicator who can influence at all levels, balance strategic thinking with operational delivery and create an environment where people are empowered to perform at their best. Personal Qualities You will be a resilient and confident decision-maker with high personal standards and a collaborative approach. You will be an authentic and transparent communicator who is comfortable holding others accountable while providing support, coaching and development. You will thrive in a values-driven environment, enjoy working closely with colleagues and stakeholders, and be passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences while developing high-performing teams. Why Join? Fully remote working. Optional access to modern offices near Bank in Central London for those who enjoy occasional face-to-face collaboration. 70,000 - 75,000 salary plus commission and bonus opportunities, pension scheme, annual leave and wellbeing benefits. This is an opportunity to lead an established and high-performing team within a successful organisation that genuinely values its people. You will work closely with senior leaders, support the development of key client relationships and help drive strong commercial and service outcomes within a supportive, collaborative and values-driven environment. Interview Process Three-stage interview process including competency-based interviews and a presentation. If you are an experienced relationship management, account management or client services leader looking for a fully remote opportunity with a people-focused organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.
We are seeking a highly skilled EUC & Device Provisioning Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will partake in the ownership of our End User Computing (EUC) ecosystem, driving the automation, scaling, and execution of our device provisioning pipelines. You will contribute to the technical orchestration of our Joiners, Movers, and Leavers (JML) workflows, ensuring every colleague receives a perfectly configured device on day one. Utilising Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, you will bridge the gap between physical laptop deployment logistics and modern, cloud-first endpoint management. Key Responsibilities Endpoint Management & Architecture Autopilot & Intune Ownership: Design, configure, and maintain Microsoft Intune profiles, compliance policies, configuration profiles, and Windows Autopilot deployment profiles. Application Packaging: Package, test, and deploy software applications and updates via Intune to ensure seamless delivery to end-user devices. Image & OS Management: Maintain and optimize modern "zero-touch" provisioning builds, minimizing manual intervention during hardware setup. Lifecycle Operations & Logistics JML Process Management: Oversee the technical execution of the Joiners, Movers, and Leavers (JML) lifecycle, ensuring rapid hardware preparation, data wiping, and secure asset reclamation. Laptop Deployment: Manage the operational workflow for physical laptop deployment, tracking inventory, hardware lifecycles, and coordination of shipments. Asset Coordination: Ensure a steady pipeline of provisioned hardware is available to meet business demands and the asset management database is fully maintained and accurate. Technical Leadership & Escalation Tier 3 Escalation: Act as the final point of escalation for complex EUC, operating system, hardware deployment, and Intune configuration issues. Continuous Improvement: Audit existing deployment workflows to eliminate bottlenecks, introduce automation, and improve the overall digital onboarding experience Documentation: Create and maintain high-quality documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and build guidelines for the wider IT operations team. Required Skills and Experience Technical Competencies Deep technical expertise in Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Manager) and Windows Autopilot deployment in an enterprise environment. Proven track record of managing end-to-end device provisioning pipelines and hardware lifecycles. Strong experience managing Joiners, Movers, and Leavers (JML) workflows within an operational IT team. Proficiency in Windows 10/11 operating systems, including registry tweaks, hardware troubleshooting, and driver management. Experience with scripting languages (specifically PowerShell) to automate deployment tasks and Intune configurations. Solid understanding of identity services, including Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access policies, and group management. Soft Skills & Operational Experience Strong organizational and logistical skills to handle concurrent hardware shipments and inventory tracking. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex deployment failures under tight deadlines. Self-motivated individual capable of driving technical tasks independently without the need for day-to-day supervision. Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively across IT and the wider business
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a highly skilled EUC & Device Provisioning Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will partake in the ownership of our End User Computing (EUC) ecosystem, driving the automation, scaling, and execution of our device provisioning pipelines. You will contribute to the technical orchestration of our Joiners, Movers, and Leavers (JML) workflows, ensuring every colleague receives a perfectly configured device on day one. Utilising Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, you will bridge the gap between physical laptop deployment logistics and modern, cloud-first endpoint management. Key Responsibilities Endpoint Management & Architecture Autopilot & Intune Ownership: Design, configure, and maintain Microsoft Intune profiles, compliance policies, configuration profiles, and Windows Autopilot deployment profiles. Application Packaging: Package, test, and deploy software applications and updates via Intune to ensure seamless delivery to end-user devices. Image & OS Management: Maintain and optimize modern "zero-touch" provisioning builds, minimizing manual intervention during hardware setup. Lifecycle Operations & Logistics JML Process Management: Oversee the technical execution of the Joiners, Movers, and Leavers (JML) lifecycle, ensuring rapid hardware preparation, data wiping, and secure asset reclamation. Laptop Deployment: Manage the operational workflow for physical laptop deployment, tracking inventory, hardware lifecycles, and coordination of shipments. Asset Coordination: Ensure a steady pipeline of provisioned hardware is available to meet business demands and the asset management database is fully maintained and accurate. Technical Leadership & Escalation Tier 3 Escalation: Act as the final point of escalation for complex EUC, operating system, hardware deployment, and Intune configuration issues. Continuous Improvement: Audit existing deployment workflows to eliminate bottlenecks, introduce automation, and improve the overall digital onboarding experience Documentation: Create and maintain high-quality documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and build guidelines for the wider IT operations team. Required Skills and Experience Technical Competencies Deep technical expertise in Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Manager) and Windows Autopilot deployment in an enterprise environment. Proven track record of managing end-to-end device provisioning pipelines and hardware lifecycles. Strong experience managing Joiners, Movers, and Leavers (JML) workflows within an operational IT team. Proficiency in Windows 10/11 operating systems, including registry tweaks, hardware troubleshooting, and driver management. Experience with scripting languages (specifically PowerShell) to automate deployment tasks and Intune configurations. Solid understanding of identity services, including Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access policies, and group management. Soft Skills & Operational Experience Strong organizational and logistical skills to handle concurrent hardware shipments and inventory tracking. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex deployment failures under tight deadlines. Self-motivated individual capable of driving technical tasks independently without the need for day-to-day supervision. Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively across IT and the wider business
Job Title: Sales Validation Advisor (Part-Time) Location: Remote / Chesterfield Salary: £27,976 (Pro-Rata) Hours: Monday - Friday 11am -3pm (20 hours per week) Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship Established in 2003, Utilita is the UK's first - and still only - energy company created to help customers use less energy, by giving them better control via digital technology. We are a pioneer in smart technology, that empowers households to use and waste less energy, which is good for our customers pockets and the planet. We have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our Sales Validation Team. Where you will support our national field sales agents, ensuring all sales are fully compliant. What does this role involve? Following the successful onboarding of a new customer by one of our Field Sales Representatives, you will be responsible for contacting the customer to conduct a quality assurance and compliance check. During this call, you will verify that all relevant information has been accurately captured, ensure the customer fully understands the products and services they have signed up for, and confirm that all required processes and documentation have been completed correctly. You will carefully record the outcomes of each customer interaction on our internal systems, maintaining accurate and detailed records to support compliance and service standards. In addition, you will identify any areas for improvement and provide regular feedback to Team Leaders and Line Managers, helping to support the ongoing coaching, development, and performance improvement of our Sales Representatives. Your role will play a key part in maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the sales team. Who are we looking for? You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling you to engage professionally and confidently with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels. You will be an active listener with the ability to gather accurate information and clearly explain processes while delivering a positive customer experience. You will be highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Working under pressure, you will be able to prioritise your workload effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You will also demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, adapting to changing priorities and handling challenging situations with professionalism and confidence. In addition, you will be comfortable working independently while also collaborating as part of a wider team, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and in line with company standards, quality requirements, and compliance procedures. Our employees, just like our customers come from all walks of life, and we're fuelled in championing diversity, inspiring an inclusive culture, and enabling an environment where you can be your authentic self. The Important Things! Join a company that truly invests in you. Enjoy a structured bonus scheme, clear career and development opportunities. Recharge with 25 days' leave, plus bank holidays, access to private healthcare, mental wellbeing support, and 24/7 GP and counselling services. Win tickets to top events through the Utilita Arenas, enjoy exclusive discounts, and give back with a paid volunteering day. Plus, benefit from a generous pension contribution. We're more than a workplace; we're a place to thrive. About us Founded in 2003, Utilita Energy was created to challenge the Big 6 energy suppliers by empowering everyone with a fair and flexible service that's good for the pocket and planet. Since then, we've made it our mission to put fairness first - supporting those who need it most and treating everyone equally by listening to what our customers and staff need. Plus, as the first supplier to kick start Britain's smart meter revolution, our belief in smart technology means that we're always evolving and looking for ways to improve our services through innovation. Utilita are also striving for sustainability, having committed to an ambitious target to become a Net Zero business by 2030, we'll continue to drive transformational changes while educating everyone that we can all have a big impact by making small changes. Our core values are powerful, yet simple: Fairness, Smart and Sustainability! Our employees, just like our customers come from all walks of life, and we're fuelled in championing diversity, inspiring an inclusive culture, and enabling an environment where you can be your authentic self. The Luxion Group comprises of the following companies - Luxion Group Ltd, Utilita Energy Ltd, Luxion Sales Ltd, Utilita Field Services Ltd, Procode Technology Ltd and Canary Care Global Ltd.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Sales Validation Advisor (Part-Time) Location: Remote / Chesterfield Salary: £27,976 (Pro-Rata) Hours: Monday - Friday 11am -3pm (20 hours per week) Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship Established in 2003, Utilita is the UK's first - and still only - energy company created to help customers use less energy, by giving them better control via digital technology. We are a pioneer in smart technology, that empowers households to use and waste less energy, which is good for our customers pockets and the planet. We have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our Sales Validation Team. Where you will support our national field sales agents, ensuring all sales are fully compliant. What does this role involve? Following the successful onboarding of a new customer by one of our Field Sales Representatives, you will be responsible for contacting the customer to conduct a quality assurance and compliance check. During this call, you will verify that all relevant information has been accurately captured, ensure the customer fully understands the products and services they have signed up for, and confirm that all required processes and documentation have been completed correctly. You will carefully record the outcomes of each customer interaction on our internal systems, maintaining accurate and detailed records to support compliance and service standards. In addition, you will identify any areas for improvement and provide regular feedback to Team Leaders and Line Managers, helping to support the ongoing coaching, development, and performance improvement of our Sales Representatives. Your role will play a key part in maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the sales team. Who are we looking for? You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling you to engage professionally and confidently with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels. You will be an active listener with the ability to gather accurate information and clearly explain processes while delivering a positive customer experience. You will be highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Working under pressure, you will be able to prioritise your workload effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You will also demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, adapting to changing priorities and handling challenging situations with professionalism and confidence. In addition, you will be comfortable working independently while also collaborating as part of a wider team, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and in line with company standards, quality requirements, and compliance procedures. Our employees, just like our customers come from all walks of life, and we're fuelled in championing diversity, inspiring an inclusive culture, and enabling an environment where you can be your authentic self. The Important Things! Join a company that truly invests in you. Enjoy a structured bonus scheme, clear career and development opportunities. Recharge with 25 days' leave, plus bank holidays, access to private healthcare, mental wellbeing support, and 24/7 GP and counselling services. Win tickets to top events through the Utilita Arenas, enjoy exclusive discounts, and give back with a paid volunteering day. Plus, benefit from a generous pension contribution. We're more than a workplace; we're a place to thrive. About us Founded in 2003, Utilita Energy was created to challenge the Big 6 energy suppliers by empowering everyone with a fair and flexible service that's good for the pocket and planet. Since then, we've made it our mission to put fairness first - supporting those who need it most and treating everyone equally by listening to what our customers and staff need. Plus, as the first supplier to kick start Britain's smart meter revolution, our belief in smart technology means that we're always evolving and looking for ways to improve our services through innovation. Utilita are also striving for sustainability, having committed to an ambitious target to become a Net Zero business by 2030, we'll continue to drive transformational changes while educating everyone that we can all have a big impact by making small changes. Our core values are powerful, yet simple: Fairness, Smart and Sustainability! Our employees, just like our customers come from all walks of life, and we're fuelled in championing diversity, inspiring an inclusive culture, and enabling an environment where you can be your authentic self. The Luxion Group comprises of the following companies - Luxion Group Ltd, Utilita Energy Ltd, Luxion Sales Ltd, Utilita Field Services Ltd, Procode Technology Ltd and Canary Care Global Ltd.
About the role An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen to join our Team at JLR South West London as a Parts Manager. As Sytner Parts Manager, you will lead a fantastic team in delighting our customers and getting it right the first time. You will be managing stock and helping to maximize the profitability and efficiency of the department. You will coordinate with the workshops and Sales teams as well as selling directly to the public. This is a full-time role which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service. About you Previous experience within the motor industry in a similar role is essential and as well as experience of analysing and controlling KPI's and budgets. Ideally, you will be highly motivated with a clear understanding of stock control, parts administration, systems and profitability. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential and a good knowledge of Kerridge is desirable Why Sytner? Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package. We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement 27 days plus bank holidays Company Car Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Private Medical Insurance Recognition of Long Service every 5 years Discounted Car Schemes Career Development Enhanced Pension Entitlement One day a year paid voluntary / community work At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process. For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please click here. Unsure? Read on We represent over 23 of the world's most prestige vehicle brands, across our 140 UK dealerships. We pride ourselves on Developing Talent and Building Careers and our colleagues recently scored Sytner Group an outstanding 89% on our colleague engagement survey.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
About the role An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen to join our Team at JLR South West London as a Parts Manager. As Sytner Parts Manager, you will lead a fantastic team in delighting our customers and getting it right the first time. You will be managing stock and helping to maximize the profitability and efficiency of the department. You will coordinate with the workshops and Sales teams as well as selling directly to the public. This is a full-time role which can typically include weekends to ensure we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service. About you Previous experience within the motor industry in a similar role is essential and as well as experience of analysing and controlling KPI's and budgets. Ideally, you will be highly motivated with a clear understanding of stock control, parts administration, systems and profitability. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential and a good knowledge of Kerridge is desirable Why Sytner? Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package. We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement 27 days plus bank holidays Company Car Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Private Medical Insurance Recognition of Long Service every 5 years Discounted Car Schemes Career Development Enhanced Pension Entitlement One day a year paid voluntary / community work At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process. For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please click here. Unsure? Read on We represent over 23 of the world's most prestige vehicle brands, across our 140 UK dealerships. We pride ourselves on Developing Talent and Building Careers and our colleagues recently scored Sytner Group an outstanding 89% on our colleague engagement survey.
The starting salary for this role is 42,958 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This role is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027. We have an exciting opportunity for a Performance Data Analyst to join our Performance and Analytics Team within Adults, Wellbeing, and Health Partnerships (AWHP). This role will be hybrid which means a blend of working from home, Surrey offices and predominantly from a warehouse located between Guildford and Woking. This role is officially based at Millmead House in Guildford but will also require travel to locations that are not easily accessible by public transport, therefore the successful applicant will need to have their own method of transport. There is an expectation for the post holder to work from the office at least one day per week. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing. Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources. Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping. A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role We are looking for a highly motivated and conscientious individual to join our dynamic and friendly Performance and Analytics team as a Performance Data Analyst. The key focus of this post will be to support Surrey's Community Equipment Service (CES) Team with critical analytics and insights to support the smooth, safe and efficient running and development of the service. This is an exciting opportunity to apply and develop your skills in data analytics, stakeholder collaboration and commercial awareness within Local Government and the Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships (AWHP) Directorate. The key aspects of this role are: Empowering teams within sights: Your role will be crucial in providing actionable insights to Commissioners and Contract Managers, enabling them to understand trends, measure outcomes, and implement best practices. By translating complex data into clear, impactful information, you will support them in delivering a more effective equipment service, ultimately improving the lives of our residents. Driving informed decision making: Your work will directly influence the strategic decisions that enhance the quality of services provided. By analysing and presenting data on service performance, your recommendations and insights will help identify areas for improvement, ensuring that Surrey's equipment offer is continuously optimised to meet the needs of our most vulnerable residents. Enhancing efficiency and resource allocation: Through robust data analysis, you will support the streamlining of operations and ensure resources are targeted where they are needed most. This will enable more efficient use of time and funding, allowing greater investment in service improvements. Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation: As a subject matter expert, your insight will be crucial in supporting Surrey's preparations for Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation. You will provide essential data and analytics, as well as making informed recommendations to support decision-making. Your Application To be considered for shortlisting your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Strong analytical skills: Proven ability to analyse complex data sets, identify trends, and draw actionable insights. Experience with data visualisation tools and statistical analysis software is essential. Technical proficiency: Proficiency in data visualisation software Tableau, knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, Python, or R, and familiarity with big data technologies. Experience with Tableau Software is critical and Tableau Skills will be assessed as part of the recruitment process through a test on the day of the interview. Attention to detail and accuracy: Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality in data analysis. Ability to meticulously check data integrity and ensure that all analysis is based on reliable and precise data. Creative problem-solving ability: Ability to develop innovative solutions to data-related challenges. Ability to think outside the box and approach problems from multiple angles to find effective and unique solutions. Initiative: Ability to progress multiple ongoing projects, manage competing deadlines, and take ownership of and prioritise own workload. Use of initiative to work with stakeholders to resolve and/or escalate blockers to facilitate project completion. Communication and collaboration: Excellent communication skills to effectively present findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse groups. Proven track record of developing strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and collaborating effectively to identify analytics requirements, resolve data issues, and progress projects through to completion. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions (maximum of (Apply online only) words each): Adult Social Care data often comes from multiple sources with varying levels of completeness and accuracy, and some datasets are very large and complex. How would you assess, clean, and validate data before using it for analysis? Please describe a time when you analysed data and identified a trend or issue that supported strategic decision-making at a senior level. What approach did you take and what was the impact? This role involves working closely with commissioners, finance colleagues, and operational managers who may have different levels of data literacy. How would you adapt your communication style to engage, influence, and build trust with these stakeholders? Please give an example of a time when you developed a new approach, tool, or method that improved the way data was processed, analysed, visualised, or used for decision-making. How did this benefit your team or organisation? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 05/07/2026 with face-to-face interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jul 04, 2026
Contractor
The starting salary for this role is 42,958 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This role is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027. We have an exciting opportunity for a Performance Data Analyst to join our Performance and Analytics Team within Adults, Wellbeing, and Health Partnerships (AWHP). This role will be hybrid which means a blend of working from home, Surrey offices and predominantly from a warehouse located between Guildford and Woking. This role is officially based at Millmead House in Guildford but will also require travel to locations that are not easily accessible by public transport, therefore the successful applicant will need to have their own method of transport. There is an expectation for the post holder to work from the office at least one day per week. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing. Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources. Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping. A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role We are looking for a highly motivated and conscientious individual to join our dynamic and friendly Performance and Analytics team as a Performance Data Analyst. The key focus of this post will be to support Surrey's Community Equipment Service (CES) Team with critical analytics and insights to support the smooth, safe and efficient running and development of the service. This is an exciting opportunity to apply and develop your skills in data analytics, stakeholder collaboration and commercial awareness within Local Government and the Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships (AWHP) Directorate. The key aspects of this role are: Empowering teams within sights: Your role will be crucial in providing actionable insights to Commissioners and Contract Managers, enabling them to understand trends, measure outcomes, and implement best practices. By translating complex data into clear, impactful information, you will support them in delivering a more effective equipment service, ultimately improving the lives of our residents. Driving informed decision making: Your work will directly influence the strategic decisions that enhance the quality of services provided. By analysing and presenting data on service performance, your recommendations and insights will help identify areas for improvement, ensuring that Surrey's equipment offer is continuously optimised to meet the needs of our most vulnerable residents. Enhancing efficiency and resource allocation: Through robust data analysis, you will support the streamlining of operations and ensure resources are targeted where they are needed most. This will enable more efficient use of time and funding, allowing greater investment in service improvements. Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation: As a subject matter expert, your insight will be crucial in supporting Surrey's preparations for Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation. You will provide essential data and analytics, as well as making informed recommendations to support decision-making. Your Application To be considered for shortlisting your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Strong analytical skills: Proven ability to analyse complex data sets, identify trends, and draw actionable insights. Experience with data visualisation tools and statistical analysis software is essential. Technical proficiency: Proficiency in data visualisation software Tableau, knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, Python, or R, and familiarity with big data technologies. Experience with Tableau Software is critical and Tableau Skills will be assessed as part of the recruitment process through a test on the day of the interview. Attention to detail and accuracy: Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality in data analysis. Ability to meticulously check data integrity and ensure that all analysis is based on reliable and precise data. Creative problem-solving ability: Ability to develop innovative solutions to data-related challenges. Ability to think outside the box and approach problems from multiple angles to find effective and unique solutions. Initiative: Ability to progress multiple ongoing projects, manage competing deadlines, and take ownership of and prioritise own workload. Use of initiative to work with stakeholders to resolve and/or escalate blockers to facilitate project completion. Communication and collaboration: Excellent communication skills to effectively present findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse groups. Proven track record of developing strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and collaborating effectively to identify analytics requirements, resolve data issues, and progress projects through to completion. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions (maximum of (Apply online only) words each): Adult Social Care data often comes from multiple sources with varying levels of completeness and accuracy, and some datasets are very large and complex. How would you assess, clean, and validate data before using it for analysis? Please describe a time when you analysed data and identified a trend or issue that supported strategic decision-making at a senior level. What approach did you take and what was the impact? This role involves working closely with commissioners, finance colleagues, and operational managers who may have different levels of data literacy. How would you adapt your communication style to engage, influence, and build trust with these stakeholders? Please give an example of a time when you developed a new approach, tool, or method that improved the way data was processed, analysed, visualised, or used for decision-making. How did this benefit your team or organisation? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 05/07/2026 with face-to-face interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.