Role: Commercial Manager (Contracts) Location: Hertfordshire Sector: Defence Job Type: Hybrid, Perm The Role Lead the full lifecycle of complex commercial contracts from bid strategy and negotiation through to delivery and close-out. You ll work closely with senior stakeholders, drive successful bids, manage contract performance, and ensure compliance across defence programmes. Key Responsibilities Own the route-to-contract: bidding, pricing strategy, proposals, and negotiations Manage and optimise contracts through delivery and closure Identify and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities Act as the commercial lead with customers and internal teams Ensure compliance with defence regulations and governance Provide reporting and insights to senior leadership What We re Looking For Proven commercial/contract management experience Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills Ability to manage multiple complex contracts Leadership experience and strong stakeholder engagement Experience working in a highly regulated/high complexity environment What s on Offer Competitive salary Bonus up to 21% Competitive pension Flexible working options Excellent onsite facilities & MORE Please note that candidates must be eligible for and willing to obtain SC clearance.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Role: Commercial Manager (Contracts) Location: Hertfordshire Sector: Defence Job Type: Hybrid, Perm The Role Lead the full lifecycle of complex commercial contracts from bid strategy and negotiation through to delivery and close-out. You ll work closely with senior stakeholders, drive successful bids, manage contract performance, and ensure compliance across defence programmes. Key Responsibilities Own the route-to-contract: bidding, pricing strategy, proposals, and negotiations Manage and optimise contracts through delivery and closure Identify and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities Act as the commercial lead with customers and internal teams Ensure compliance with defence regulations and governance Provide reporting and insights to senior leadership What We re Looking For Proven commercial/contract management experience Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills Ability to manage multiple complex contracts Leadership experience and strong stakeholder engagement Experience working in a highly regulated/high complexity environment What s on Offer Competitive salary Bonus up to 21% Competitive pension Flexible working options Excellent onsite facilities & MORE Please note that candidates must be eligible for and willing to obtain SC clearance.
Strategic Sales Manager (UK) Reporting to: Managing Director (UK) Contract: Permanent Location: UK-based Salary: 60,000- 70,000 - plus company car and commission Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated, results-driven Strategic Sales Manager to accelerate the growth of our client, a UK aviation business. This is a high-profile, revenue-generating role focused on winning new customers, expanding existing accounts, and driving sustainable sales growth across airports, airlines, and ground handling organisations. As a key member of the commercial team, you will be responsible for identifying and converting new business opportunities, developing strategic account plans, and building strong relationships with senior decision-makers. You will take ownership of the full sales cycle, from prospecting and opportunity creation through to negotiation, contract award, and long-term account development. Success in this role will come from your ability to understand customer challenges, position compelling value propositions, and deliver tailored solutions that drive measurable operational and commercial benefits. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in increasing market share, strengthening customer partnerships, and delivering ambitious revenue targets. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute sales professional who thrives in a competitive environment, enjoys being in front of customers, and has a proven track record of winning complex B2B sales opportunities and developing strategic client relationships within a consultative sales environment. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic sales plans aligned to UK growth and revenue objectives. Identify, qualify, and prioritise new business opportunities across airports, airlines, and ground handling organisations. Generate and convert a robust pipeline of opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, referrals, and industry engagement. Build compelling business cases, value propositions, and commercial proposals that clearly demonstrate customer ROI. Lead the full sales lifecycle from initial engagement and needs analysis through to negotiation, contract award, and handover. Achieve and exceed agreed sales, revenue, and profitability targets. Grow strategic accounts by identifying upselling, cross-selling, and long-term partnership opportunities. Develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers at operational, commercial, and executive levels. Represent the business professionally at customer meetings, airports, exhibitions, and industry events across the UK and internationally. Collaborate with operations, product, marketing, and customer success teams to deliver seamless solutions and exceptional customer experiences. Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, pipeline reporting, and account plans. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging customer requirements to identify new revenue opportunities. Share market intelligence and best practice to contribute to a high-performance commercial culture. Ensure all sales activities are conducted in line with company policies, contractual obligations, and relevant industry regulations. Skills & Experience Essential Proven track record of success in B2B sales, consistently achieving or exceeding revenue and growth targets. Strong experience developing and implementing strategic sales and business development plans. Demonstrated ability to win new business and manage complex sales opportunities. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Commercially astute, highly motivated, and results-oriented. Strong pipeline management, forecasting, and account planning capabilities. Proficient in CRM systems and sales reporting tools. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel extensively throughout the UK and occasionally internationally. Desirable Experience within aviation, airport services, ground handling, logistics, or other operationally focused industries. Understanding of airport operations and key aviation stakeholders. Experience selling solutions, services, technology, or operational products to enterprise customers. Existing network of contacts within the aviation sector. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit (url removed) and (url removed) for our privacy policy.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Strategic Sales Manager (UK) Reporting to: Managing Director (UK) Contract: Permanent Location: UK-based Salary: 60,000- 70,000 - plus company car and commission Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated, results-driven Strategic Sales Manager to accelerate the growth of our client, a UK aviation business. This is a high-profile, revenue-generating role focused on winning new customers, expanding existing accounts, and driving sustainable sales growth across airports, airlines, and ground handling organisations. As a key member of the commercial team, you will be responsible for identifying and converting new business opportunities, developing strategic account plans, and building strong relationships with senior decision-makers. You will take ownership of the full sales cycle, from prospecting and opportunity creation through to negotiation, contract award, and long-term account development. Success in this role will come from your ability to understand customer challenges, position compelling value propositions, and deliver tailored solutions that drive measurable operational and commercial benefits. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in increasing market share, strengthening customer partnerships, and delivering ambitious revenue targets. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute sales professional who thrives in a competitive environment, enjoys being in front of customers, and has a proven track record of winning complex B2B sales opportunities and developing strategic client relationships within a consultative sales environment. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic sales plans aligned to UK growth and revenue objectives. Identify, qualify, and prioritise new business opportunities across airports, airlines, and ground handling organisations. Generate and convert a robust pipeline of opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, referrals, and industry engagement. Build compelling business cases, value propositions, and commercial proposals that clearly demonstrate customer ROI. Lead the full sales lifecycle from initial engagement and needs analysis through to negotiation, contract award, and handover. Achieve and exceed agreed sales, revenue, and profitability targets. Grow strategic accounts by identifying upselling, cross-selling, and long-term partnership opportunities. Develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers at operational, commercial, and executive levels. Represent the business professionally at customer meetings, airports, exhibitions, and industry events across the UK and internationally. Collaborate with operations, product, marketing, and customer success teams to deliver seamless solutions and exceptional customer experiences. Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, pipeline reporting, and account plans. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging customer requirements to identify new revenue opportunities. Share market intelligence and best practice to contribute to a high-performance commercial culture. Ensure all sales activities are conducted in line with company policies, contractual obligations, and relevant industry regulations. Skills & Experience Essential Proven track record of success in B2B sales, consistently achieving or exceeding revenue and growth targets. Strong experience developing and implementing strategic sales and business development plans. Demonstrated ability to win new business and manage complex sales opportunities. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Commercially astute, highly motivated, and results-oriented. Strong pipeline management, forecasting, and account planning capabilities. Proficient in CRM systems and sales reporting tools. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel extensively throughout the UK and occasionally internationally. Desirable Experience within aviation, airport services, ground handling, logistics, or other operationally focused industries. Understanding of airport operations and key aviation stakeholders. Experience selling solutions, services, technology, or operational products to enterprise customers. Existing network of contacts within the aviation sector. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit (url removed) and (url removed) for our privacy policy.
A fast-scaling, well-known food and drink brand is looking for an experienced technical leader to take charge of manufacturing standards and supplier relationships across multiple sites. This is a senior leadership role for someone who wants real ownership: shaping technical direction, building strong co-manufacturer partnerships, and acting as the key link between technical risk and commercial decision-making at leadership level. What you'll be doing: Setting the technical strategy across process, quality and supplier capability, spanning multiple countries Leading and developing a small technical team, building their skills in process understanding, root cause investigation and stakeholder influence Establishing consistent standards and ways of working across all manufacturing partners Taking ownership of major technical incidents and risks, ensuring fixes address root causes rather than symptoms Leading the onboarding and readiness assessment of new manufacturing partners Running efficiency and improvement programmes with suppliers Acting as technical lead on new product development, spotting risks early and steering products through to launch Presenting technical issues in commercial terms senior leadership can act on What you'll bring: Strong background in thermal processing, with the ability to set and validate standards across several manufacturing sites A track record of building and leading technical teams Solid knowledge of UK and EU food legislation, applied internationally Experience driving lasting improvements through data and structured investigation methods Strong commercial awareness - comfortable translating technical risk into business impact Confident negotiator, able to hold suppliers to high standards while keeping relationships strong Resilience and pace in a fast-growing environment Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
A fast-scaling, well-known food and drink brand is looking for an experienced technical leader to take charge of manufacturing standards and supplier relationships across multiple sites. This is a senior leadership role for someone who wants real ownership: shaping technical direction, building strong co-manufacturer partnerships, and acting as the key link between technical risk and commercial decision-making at leadership level. What you'll be doing: Setting the technical strategy across process, quality and supplier capability, spanning multiple countries Leading and developing a small technical team, building their skills in process understanding, root cause investigation and stakeholder influence Establishing consistent standards and ways of working across all manufacturing partners Taking ownership of major technical incidents and risks, ensuring fixes address root causes rather than symptoms Leading the onboarding and readiness assessment of new manufacturing partners Running efficiency and improvement programmes with suppliers Acting as technical lead on new product development, spotting risks early and steering products through to launch Presenting technical issues in commercial terms senior leadership can act on What you'll bring: Strong background in thermal processing, with the ability to set and validate standards across several manufacturing sites A track record of building and leading technical teams Solid knowledge of UK and EU food legislation, applied internationally Experience driving lasting improvements through data and structured investigation methods Strong commercial awareness - comfortable translating technical risk into business impact Confident negotiator, able to hold suppliers to high standards while keeping relationships strong Resilience and pace in a fast-growing environment Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Client Implementation Manager, Travel Management Company, Remote with occasional travel for meetings. Are you an experienced project or implementation professional with a background in corporate travel? Do you thrive on delivering exceptional client experiences and ensuring complex projects run seamlessly from start to finish? We're looking for a Client Implementation Manager professional to lead the successful onboarding of new clients. Acting as the central point of contact throughout the implementation process, you'll work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver smooth, on-time implementations while driving continuous improvements to the onboarding processes. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end client implementation projects from contract signature through to successful go-live. Develop and manage project plans, timelines and implementation milestones, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the onboarding journey, providing an outstanding customer experience. Coordinate cross-functional teams including Sales, Operations, Technology, Finance and Account Management to ensure successful project delivery. Gather and manage client requirements, including online booking tools, traveller profiles, travel policies, approval workflows, reporting and system integrations. Manage project risks, dependencies and change requests, keeping clients and stakeholders informed throughout. Coordinate user acceptance testing, client training, go-live activities and early-life support. Deliver structured handovers to Operations and Account Management, ensuring clients are fully operational and set up for long-term success. Maintain project documentation, implementation standards and governance throughout the onboarding process. Identify opportunities to improve implementation processes through automation, best practice and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide product support and guidance to clients and internal stakeholders, helping maximise the value of travel technology solutions. What We're Looking For Experience within a Corporate Travel or Travel Management Company (TMC). Proven experience managing client onboarding, implementation or customer deployment projects. Knowledge of online booking tools such as Atriis, Cytric, Concur or similar platforms. Strong project management, organisation and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships. Commercially aware, proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience with GDS platforms, Salesforce or project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile would be an advantage. What's on Offer Remote working with occasional travel. The opportunity to play a key role in delivering an outstanding client experience. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Ongoing professional development and career progression. The chance to influence and improve implementation processes within a growing business. If you're passionate about client success, travel technology and delivering exceptional onboarding experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Client Implementation Manager, Travel Management Company, Remote with occasional travel for meetings. Are you an experienced project or implementation professional with a background in corporate travel? Do you thrive on delivering exceptional client experiences and ensuring complex projects run seamlessly from start to finish? We're looking for a Client Implementation Manager professional to lead the successful onboarding of new clients. Acting as the central point of contact throughout the implementation process, you'll work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver smooth, on-time implementations while driving continuous improvements to the onboarding processes. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end client implementation projects from contract signature through to successful go-live. Develop and manage project plans, timelines and implementation milestones, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the onboarding journey, providing an outstanding customer experience. Coordinate cross-functional teams including Sales, Operations, Technology, Finance and Account Management to ensure successful project delivery. Gather and manage client requirements, including online booking tools, traveller profiles, travel policies, approval workflows, reporting and system integrations. Manage project risks, dependencies and change requests, keeping clients and stakeholders informed throughout. Coordinate user acceptance testing, client training, go-live activities and early-life support. Deliver structured handovers to Operations and Account Management, ensuring clients are fully operational and set up for long-term success. Maintain project documentation, implementation standards and governance throughout the onboarding process. Identify opportunities to improve implementation processes through automation, best practice and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide product support and guidance to clients and internal stakeholders, helping maximise the value of travel technology solutions. What We're Looking For Experience within a Corporate Travel or Travel Management Company (TMC). Proven experience managing client onboarding, implementation or customer deployment projects. Knowledge of online booking tools such as Atriis, Cytric, Concur or similar platforms. Strong project management, organisation and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships. Commercially aware, proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience with GDS platforms, Salesforce or project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile would be an advantage. What's on Offer Remote working with occasional travel. The opportunity to play a key role in delivering an outstanding client experience. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Ongoing professional development and career progression. The chance to influence and improve implementation processes within a growing business. If you're passionate about client success, travel technology and delivering exceptional onboarding experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Operations Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Operations Manager About Us From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the Southwest, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK. Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. The Role We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead operational performance across our potato production facility. You will be responsible for creating the systems, standards and governance that enable every shift to perform at its best, driving operational excellence through strong leadership, continuous improvement and data-driven decision making. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Technical and Supply Chain teams, you will ensure consistent standards, develop operational leaders and deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity and cost. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Production Management team to deliver operational excellence across all shifts. Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high performance. Monitor and review operational performance, using data to identify trends, risks and opportunities. Lead Continuous Improvement projects that deliver sustainable operational and financial benefits. Manage departmental labour performance and operational costs. Coach and develop future leaders through effective performance management and succession planning. Ensure consistent operational standards and governance across the department. Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety and customer requirements. Skills & Experience Proven leadership experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment. Strong people management and coaching skills. Experience driving continuous improvement and operational performance. Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and KPIs. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. Benefits Competitive salary and performance-related bonus. Company pension scheme. Generous holiday allowance. Ongoing training and career development. Employee Assistance Programme. Life assurance. Employee discount scheme. Free on-site parking. Success in the Role You will deliver improvements in productivity, labour efficiency and operational performance, build a strong leadership team, and ensure improvements are sustained through effective governance and continuous improvement. If you are an experience and proactive Operations Manager with a passion for problem solving, continuous improvement, food manufacturing, and developing high-performing teams and who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Operations Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Operations Manager About Us From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the Southwest, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK. Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. The Role We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead operational performance across our potato production facility. You will be responsible for creating the systems, standards and governance that enable every shift to perform at its best, driving operational excellence through strong leadership, continuous improvement and data-driven decision making. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Technical and Supply Chain teams, you will ensure consistent standards, develop operational leaders and deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity and cost. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Production Management team to deliver operational excellence across all shifts. Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high performance. Monitor and review operational performance, using data to identify trends, risks and opportunities. Lead Continuous Improvement projects that deliver sustainable operational and financial benefits. Manage departmental labour performance and operational costs. Coach and develop future leaders through effective performance management and succession planning. Ensure consistent operational standards and governance across the department. Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety and customer requirements. Skills & Experience Proven leadership experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment. Strong people management and coaching skills. Experience driving continuous improvement and operational performance. Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and KPIs. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. Benefits Competitive salary and performance-related bonus. Company pension scheme. Generous holiday allowance. Ongoing training and career development. Employee Assistance Programme. Life assurance. Employee discount scheme. Free on-site parking. Success in the Role You will deliver improvements in productivity, labour efficiency and operational performance, build a strong leadership team, and ensure improvements are sustained through effective governance and continuous improvement. If you are an experience and proactive Operations Manager with a passion for problem solving, continuous improvement, food manufacturing, and developing high-performing teams and who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Design Manager Hertfordshire Main Contractor Design & Build Strong Site-Delivery Focus Salary: £60,000 £70,000 + £6,000 car allowance Benefits: £6,000 car allowance Fuel card + mileage 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown Additional holiday at 5, 7 and 10 years (up to 28 days) Enhanced pension Private medical cover Fully funded professional memberships and training Annual health checks and flu jabs Eye tests and glasses for screen users EV salary sacrifice scheme Regular pay reviews Hybrid working pattern Modern working environment with long-term progression Location: Hertfordshire Overview A regional Main Contractor near Hitchin is looking to appoint a Design Manager to strengthen their delivery team. The business delivers a balanced mix of education, healthcare and commercial projects, split evenly between new-build and refurbishment, typically valued between £5m £15m. You ll usually support 2 3 live projects at once, working closely with site teams to maintain information flow and resolve technical challenges quickly. The company is known for its technical capability, collaborative culture and long-standing client relationships. With steady growth across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and surrounding counties, they offer long-term stability, modern working practices and clear progression. Role Overview Design Manager (Site-Focused) This role suits someone who enjoys being embedded in live projects, supporting site teams and ensuring design information is coordinated, buildable and delivered on time. You ll work across pre-construction and delivery, with a strong emphasis on site-based technical coordination and problem-solving. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the design process on Design & Build projects Coordinate drawings and technical information between architects, engineers and specialist subcontractors Attend site regularly to resolve design queries and technical issues Oversee buildability reviews and technical checks Track design deliverables against programme requirements Ensure timely approvals and information flow to site Work collaboratively with pre-construction, commercial and project teams Working Pattern 1 day from home 1 2 days in the office 2 days on site (typical) Hours: 8.30am 5.00pm (1-hour lunch) Ideal Candidate Experience as a Design Manager, Senior Design Coordinator, Architect or similar Strong understanding of construction drawings, detailing and design processes Confident managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines Enjoys being on site and solving real-time technical challenges Suitable backgrounds include Architecture, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, M&E Engineering, Consultancy, Main Contractor and Design & Build How to Apply To apply for this Design Manager role, please submit your application through CV Library or get in touch director and a member of the ADS team will be in touch.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Design Manager Hertfordshire Main Contractor Design & Build Strong Site-Delivery Focus Salary: £60,000 £70,000 + £6,000 car allowance Benefits: £6,000 car allowance Fuel card + mileage 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown Additional holiday at 5, 7 and 10 years (up to 28 days) Enhanced pension Private medical cover Fully funded professional memberships and training Annual health checks and flu jabs Eye tests and glasses for screen users EV salary sacrifice scheme Regular pay reviews Hybrid working pattern Modern working environment with long-term progression Location: Hertfordshire Overview A regional Main Contractor near Hitchin is looking to appoint a Design Manager to strengthen their delivery team. The business delivers a balanced mix of education, healthcare and commercial projects, split evenly between new-build and refurbishment, typically valued between £5m £15m. You ll usually support 2 3 live projects at once, working closely with site teams to maintain information flow and resolve technical challenges quickly. The company is known for its technical capability, collaborative culture and long-standing client relationships. With steady growth across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and surrounding counties, they offer long-term stability, modern working practices and clear progression. Role Overview Design Manager (Site-Focused) This role suits someone who enjoys being embedded in live projects, supporting site teams and ensuring design information is coordinated, buildable and delivered on time. You ll work across pre-construction and delivery, with a strong emphasis on site-based technical coordination and problem-solving. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the design process on Design & Build projects Coordinate drawings and technical information between architects, engineers and specialist subcontractors Attend site regularly to resolve design queries and technical issues Oversee buildability reviews and technical checks Track design deliverables against programme requirements Ensure timely approvals and information flow to site Work collaboratively with pre-construction, commercial and project teams Working Pattern 1 day from home 1 2 days in the office 2 days on site (typical) Hours: 8.30am 5.00pm (1-hour lunch) Ideal Candidate Experience as a Design Manager, Senior Design Coordinator, Architect or similar Strong understanding of construction drawings, detailing and design processes Confident managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines Enjoys being on site and solving real-time technical challenges Suitable backgrounds include Architecture, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, M&E Engineering, Consultancy, Main Contractor and Design & Build How to Apply To apply for this Design Manager role, please submit your application through CV Library or get in touch director and a member of the ADS team will be in touch.
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Watford, Hertfordshire
Financial Controller Watford 100,000 - 110,000 + Benefits Office-Based (5 Days per Week) An established and successful business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of its finance function. This is a confidential appointment, offering the opportunity to join a well-performing organisation in a broad, commercially focused leadership role with genuine influence across the business. Leading a small finance team, you'll take full responsibility for financial control, reporting, cash management and supporting strategic decision-making. This role will suit an experienced Financial Controller who enjoys operating in a hands-on environment while contributing to the wider success of the business. Key Responsibilities: - Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team. - Take ownership of the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. - Produce monthly management accounts, board reporting and financial analysis. - Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning. - Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and governance across the business. - Oversee statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance. - Drive process improvements and identify efficiencies across the finance function. - Partner with senior stakeholders, providing commercial insight to support business performance. - Manage banking relationships, working capital and treasury activities. - Support strategic projects and contribute to the continued growth of the business. The Person: - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). - Proven experience in a broad Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position. - Comfortable operating in a hands-on environment, balancing strategic input with day-to-day financial management. - Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing small teams. - Commercially minded with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Proactive, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced business. This represents an excellent opportunity to join a successful organisation where you'll have real autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact. Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, further information regarding the business will be shared with shortlisted applicants following an initial discussion. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Watford 100,000 - 110,000 + Benefits Office-Based (5 Days per Week) An established and successful business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of its finance function. This is a confidential appointment, offering the opportunity to join a well-performing organisation in a broad, commercially focused leadership role with genuine influence across the business. Leading a small finance team, you'll take full responsibility for financial control, reporting, cash management and supporting strategic decision-making. This role will suit an experienced Financial Controller who enjoys operating in a hands-on environment while contributing to the wider success of the business. Key Responsibilities: - Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team. - Take ownership of the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. - Produce monthly management accounts, board reporting and financial analysis. - Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning. - Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and governance across the business. - Oversee statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance. - Drive process improvements and identify efficiencies across the finance function. - Partner with senior stakeholders, providing commercial insight to support business performance. - Manage banking relationships, working capital and treasury activities. - Support strategic projects and contribute to the continued growth of the business. The Person: - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). - Proven experience in a broad Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position. - Comfortable operating in a hands-on environment, balancing strategic input with day-to-day financial management. - Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing small teams. - Commercially minded with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Proactive, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced business. This represents an excellent opportunity to join a successful organisation where you'll have real autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact. Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, further information regarding the business will be shared with shortlisted applicants following an initial discussion. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Marc Daniels is partnering with a rapidly growing business to recruit a Senior Project Accountant - Capex to join its Finance team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role with responsibility for project accounting, CAPEX, project costing, month-end, and commercial finance support within a dynamic environment. This position will suit a technically strong accountant with solid project experience, who is confident owning month-end processes and providing commercial insight to project and business leaders in a fast-scaling company in a growing sector Key Responsibilities Own project accounting across a portfolio of capital and operational projects, ensuring accuracy and integrity of project balances. Lead CAPEX accounting, including capitalisation, WIP tracking, asset lives, and reconciliations to the fixed asset register. Drive project costing activities: budget vs actuals, cost accruals, variance analysis, forecasting, and margin analysis. Take full ownership of month-end for project-related ledgers: accruals, prepayments, reclasses, revenue recognition (where applicable), and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare and analyse monthly project reports, highlighting key movements in cost, margin, and cash flow to support management accounts. Partner closely with Commercial Finance, Project Managers, and Operations to challenge assumptions, explain variances, and influence commercial decisions. Support internal and external audit requirements, including provision of schedules, reconciliations, and commentary on project accounting treatments. Identify and implement process improvements in project accounting, CAPEX controls, and reporting as the business continues to scale. Experience & Skills Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge. Proven experience as a Project Accountant or in a similar role with clear exposure to CAPEX and project costing. Strong month-end background: comfortable owning accruals, prepayments, reclasses, and reconciliations in a tight deadline environment. Commercial mindset: able to translate project data into clear insights and recommendations for non-finance stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas) Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Experience in telecommunications, utilities, construction, or a similar field is beneficial
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Marc Daniels is partnering with a rapidly growing business to recruit a Senior Project Accountant - Capex to join its Finance team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role with responsibility for project accounting, CAPEX, project costing, month-end, and commercial finance support within a dynamic environment. This position will suit a technically strong accountant with solid project experience, who is confident owning month-end processes and providing commercial insight to project and business leaders in a fast-scaling company in a growing sector Key Responsibilities Own project accounting across a portfolio of capital and operational projects, ensuring accuracy and integrity of project balances. Lead CAPEX accounting, including capitalisation, WIP tracking, asset lives, and reconciliations to the fixed asset register. Drive project costing activities: budget vs actuals, cost accruals, variance analysis, forecasting, and margin analysis. Take full ownership of month-end for project-related ledgers: accruals, prepayments, reclasses, revenue recognition (where applicable), and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare and analyse monthly project reports, highlighting key movements in cost, margin, and cash flow to support management accounts. Partner closely with Commercial Finance, Project Managers, and Operations to challenge assumptions, explain variances, and influence commercial decisions. Support internal and external audit requirements, including provision of schedules, reconciliations, and commentary on project accounting treatments. Identify and implement process improvements in project accounting, CAPEX controls, and reporting as the business continues to scale. Experience & Skills Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge. Proven experience as a Project Accountant or in a similar role with clear exposure to CAPEX and project costing. Strong month-end background: comfortable owning accruals, prepayments, reclasses, and reconciliations in a tight deadline environment. Commercial mindset: able to translate project data into clear insights and recommendations for non-finance stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas) Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Experience in telecommunications, utilities, construction, or a similar field is beneficial
Project Manager (Contract) Location: UK (Home-based with 1 monthly visit to Denmark) Day Rate: 500 per day (outside IR35) Start Date: Immediate Contract Duration: Initial 3 months (with potential extension) The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major warehouse fit-out programme, with responsibility for managing the implementation of critical IT infrastructure and associated technology workstreams. This is an excellent opportunity for a contract Project Manager with a strong background in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or industrial environments, who has successfully delivered complex infrastructure deployments involving structured cabling, networking and operational technology. Working within a multi-contractor environment, you will take ownership of project planning, governance, stakeholder management and delivery, ensuring all technical workstreams are coordinated and aligned with the wider construction programme. Project Scope The successful contractor will oversee the delivery of multiple technology workstreams, including: Enterprise IT network infrastructure Structured cabling installation Wireless network deployment CCTV systems IT hardware installation (PCs, printers and operator workstations) Server room infrastructure Operational power supplies Warehouse operational lighting Key Responsibilities As Project Manager, you will be responsible for: Taking overall ownership of project delivery across all assigned technology workstreams. Developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans using Microsoft Project. Coordinating project schedules with clients, principal contractors and third-party suppliers. Integrating programme activities into the wider site construction schedule. Creating and maintaining project RAID logs. Managing project dependencies, sequencing and critical paths. Leading project governance, reporting and delivery meetings. Establishing and managing the project office. Managing workstream leads to ensure resources are allocated effectively and milestones are achieved. Providing regular progress reporting to senior stakeholders and Steering Committees. Working closely with the client programme team to ensure seamless project integration. Monitoring budgets, forecasting spend and supporting commercial reporting. Coordinating installation activities alongside the principal contractor. Ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards and health & safety requirements. Proactively identifying project risks and implementing mitigation plans. Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal teams, contractors and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Experience Required We're looking for contractors who can demonstrate: Proven experience delivering warehouse fit-out, industrial, logistics or manufacturing projects. Strong track record managing IT infrastructure implementation projects. Expertise in creating and managing detailed project plans using Microsoft Project. Excellent understanding of structured cabling, enterprise networking and IT infrastructure deployments. Experience delivering projects involving server rooms, control rooms, wireless networks and CCTV systems. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences. Commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and reporting. Ability to coordinate multiple contractors within a live construction environment. Flexibility to travel within the UK and occasionally to Denmark. Desirable Experience supporting warehouse automation or fulfilment centre projects. Exposure to distribution centre, logistics or manufacturing environments. Knowledge of large-scale infrastructure deployment within operational facilities. Personal Attributes The ideal contractor will be: A confident and credible Project Manager capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. Highly organised with excellent planning and prioritisation skills. Delivery-focused with a strong attention to detail. Comfortable operating within fast-paced, multi-contractor environments. Commercially aware and solution oriented. Resilient under pressure with the ability to adapt to changing project priorities. A collaborative leader who builds strong working relationships across project teams. Proactive, decisive and accountable for project outcomes. What's on Offer Immediate start Initial 3-month contract with potential extension Opportunity to lead the technology delivery for a high-profile warehouse fit-out programme Collaborative project environment with significant responsibility and autonomy
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
Project Manager (Contract) Location: UK (Home-based with 1 monthly visit to Denmark) Day Rate: 500 per day (outside IR35) Start Date: Immediate Contract Duration: Initial 3 months (with potential extension) The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major warehouse fit-out programme, with responsibility for managing the implementation of critical IT infrastructure and associated technology workstreams. This is an excellent opportunity for a contract Project Manager with a strong background in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or industrial environments, who has successfully delivered complex infrastructure deployments involving structured cabling, networking and operational technology. Working within a multi-contractor environment, you will take ownership of project planning, governance, stakeholder management and delivery, ensuring all technical workstreams are coordinated and aligned with the wider construction programme. Project Scope The successful contractor will oversee the delivery of multiple technology workstreams, including: Enterprise IT network infrastructure Structured cabling installation Wireless network deployment CCTV systems IT hardware installation (PCs, printers and operator workstations) Server room infrastructure Operational power supplies Warehouse operational lighting Key Responsibilities As Project Manager, you will be responsible for: Taking overall ownership of project delivery across all assigned technology workstreams. Developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans using Microsoft Project. Coordinating project schedules with clients, principal contractors and third-party suppliers. Integrating programme activities into the wider site construction schedule. Creating and maintaining project RAID logs. Managing project dependencies, sequencing and critical paths. Leading project governance, reporting and delivery meetings. Establishing and managing the project office. Managing workstream leads to ensure resources are allocated effectively and milestones are achieved. Providing regular progress reporting to senior stakeholders and Steering Committees. Working closely with the client programme team to ensure seamless project integration. Monitoring budgets, forecasting spend and supporting commercial reporting. Coordinating installation activities alongside the principal contractor. Ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards and health & safety requirements. Proactively identifying project risks and implementing mitigation plans. Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal teams, contractors and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Experience Required We're looking for contractors who can demonstrate: Proven experience delivering warehouse fit-out, industrial, logistics or manufacturing projects. Strong track record managing IT infrastructure implementation projects. Expertise in creating and managing detailed project plans using Microsoft Project. Excellent understanding of structured cabling, enterprise networking and IT infrastructure deployments. Experience delivering projects involving server rooms, control rooms, wireless networks and CCTV systems. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences. Commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and reporting. Ability to coordinate multiple contractors within a live construction environment. Flexibility to travel within the UK and occasionally to Denmark. Desirable Experience supporting warehouse automation or fulfilment centre projects. Exposure to distribution centre, logistics or manufacturing environments. Knowledge of large-scale infrastructure deployment within operational facilities. Personal Attributes The ideal contractor will be: A confident and credible Project Manager capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. Highly organised with excellent planning and prioritisation skills. Delivery-focused with a strong attention to detail. Comfortable operating within fast-paced, multi-contractor environments. Commercially aware and solution oriented. Resilient under pressure with the ability to adapt to changing project priorities. A collaborative leader who builds strong working relationships across project teams. Proactive, decisive and accountable for project outcomes. What's on Offer Immediate start Initial 3-month contract with potential extension Opportunity to lead the technology delivery for a high-profile warehouse fit-out programme Collaborative project environment with significant responsibility and autonomy
This management / leadership job role is with a flexible, modern and popular accountancy practice, based in Derby, who can ultimately create a tailored job to the person that they hire, regardless of what level they are. This is a key hire at a senior grade for this firm. Based in very nice offices, they have great people, a very friendly and flexible working culture based around doing high quality work for clients and balancing work with life for employees. They are trying to blend the best parts of working for a big firm with the flexibility, individual career focus and support associated with a good, smaller firm. Hybrid working, full time or part time and great benefits, plus real flexibility. Career opportunity brief and objectives: This firm are now looking for an experienced senior leader who can help the firm develop and grow you might be an experienced Tax Advisor or Accountant looking for the next role, or someone with good advisory experience. The firm are looking for someone who can help a growing business perform at a high level, develop its people and continue to grow without losing the warmth, personality and values. You ll bring structure, commercial thinking, accountability and calm leadership. You ll help us focus on the right priorities, make better decisions and ensure that the business keeps moving forward. BENEFITS INCLUDE: Hybrid working Influence over the direction of the business The opportunity to shape your role A supportive, values-led leadership team Genuine autonomy and responsibility Professional development and coaching Wellbeing support Regular team events and celebrations The chance to play a central part in the next chapter of an ambitious business Flexible working / hybrid working 38 days holiday with a shut down over Christmas Commission scheme Bonus scheme Pension scheme Training opportunities and career development Mobile phone and laptop Regular social events Salary sacrifice electric car schemes Car parking The opportunity This is a broad and influential leadership role. You ll help shape how this firm operates, how people are supported and how they deliver consistently for clients. You ll be able to look at the bigger picture, but happy to get involved when something needs fixing. Your role is likely to include: Turning strategy into clear priorities, plans and measurable actions Leading and developing Accountants into leaders Strengthening financial performance Improving systems, processes and ways of working Supporting recruitment, progression and succession planning Using management information and KPIs to inform decisions Identifying risks, blockers and opportunities Protecting and strengthening the client experience Helping the business grow sustainably and profitably Collaborate with our existing senior leadership team Constructively challenge decisions and ideas You may currently be working as a: Practice Manager Manager to Senior Manager / Director, within an accountancy or professional-services business Senior Manager within tax
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
This management / leadership job role is with a flexible, modern and popular accountancy practice, based in Derby, who can ultimately create a tailored job to the person that they hire, regardless of what level they are. This is a key hire at a senior grade for this firm. Based in very nice offices, they have great people, a very friendly and flexible working culture based around doing high quality work for clients and balancing work with life for employees. They are trying to blend the best parts of working for a big firm with the flexibility, individual career focus and support associated with a good, smaller firm. Hybrid working, full time or part time and great benefits, plus real flexibility. Career opportunity brief and objectives: This firm are now looking for an experienced senior leader who can help the firm develop and grow you might be an experienced Tax Advisor or Accountant looking for the next role, or someone with good advisory experience. The firm are looking for someone who can help a growing business perform at a high level, develop its people and continue to grow without losing the warmth, personality and values. You ll bring structure, commercial thinking, accountability and calm leadership. You ll help us focus on the right priorities, make better decisions and ensure that the business keeps moving forward. BENEFITS INCLUDE: Hybrid working Influence over the direction of the business The opportunity to shape your role A supportive, values-led leadership team Genuine autonomy and responsibility Professional development and coaching Wellbeing support Regular team events and celebrations The chance to play a central part in the next chapter of an ambitious business Flexible working / hybrid working 38 days holiday with a shut down over Christmas Commission scheme Bonus scheme Pension scheme Training opportunities and career development Mobile phone and laptop Regular social events Salary sacrifice electric car schemes Car parking The opportunity This is a broad and influential leadership role. You ll help shape how this firm operates, how people are supported and how they deliver consistently for clients. You ll be able to look at the bigger picture, but happy to get involved when something needs fixing. Your role is likely to include: Turning strategy into clear priorities, plans and measurable actions Leading and developing Accountants into leaders Strengthening financial performance Improving systems, processes and ways of working Supporting recruitment, progression and succession planning Using management information and KPIs to inform decisions Identifying risks, blockers and opportunities Protecting and strengthening the client experience Helping the business grow sustainably and profitably Collaborate with our existing senior leadership team Constructively challenge decisions and ideas You may currently be working as a: Practice Manager Manager to Senior Manager / Director, within an accountancy or professional-services business Senior Manager within tax
IT Procurement Manager 7-Month FTC Hybrid 69,000- 78,000 + benefits An experienced IT Procurement Manager is required to join a leading international law firm during an exciting period of transformation. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the evolution of the procurement function, working directly with senior stakeholders including the CTO and Heads of Department to design and deliver sourcing strategies across a broad IT spend portfolio. You'll lead end to end procurement activity covering software, SaaS, cloud, cyber security, infrastructure, networking, hardware and managed services, while helping to shape the future direction of procurement within the organisation. Responsibilities- Leading complex IT sourcing and contract negotiations. Developing category strategies and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Managing supplier relationships and performance. Partnering with senior stakeholders to drive commercial value. Supporting procurement transformation and service improvement initiatives. Prioritising a varied pipeline of procurement activities in a fast-changing environment. Skills/Experience- Proven IT procurement and strategic sourcing experience. Strong knowledge across software, cloud, cyber, infrastructure and managed services categories. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Comfortable operating in an evolving environment with limited established processes. Experience of procurement transformation, service design or operating model change would be advantageous. CIPS qualification desirable. Why apply? Opportunity to help shape the future procurement function. Direct exposure to C-suite and senior technology leaders. Broad, varied IT procurement portfolio. Competitive package including pension, private healthcare, life assurance
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
IT Procurement Manager 7-Month FTC Hybrid 69,000- 78,000 + benefits An experienced IT Procurement Manager is required to join a leading international law firm during an exciting period of transformation. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the evolution of the procurement function, working directly with senior stakeholders including the CTO and Heads of Department to design and deliver sourcing strategies across a broad IT spend portfolio. You'll lead end to end procurement activity covering software, SaaS, cloud, cyber security, infrastructure, networking, hardware and managed services, while helping to shape the future direction of procurement within the organisation. Responsibilities- Leading complex IT sourcing and contract negotiations. Developing category strategies and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Managing supplier relationships and performance. Partnering with senior stakeholders to drive commercial value. Supporting procurement transformation and service improvement initiatives. Prioritising a varied pipeline of procurement activities in a fast-changing environment. Skills/Experience- Proven IT procurement and strategic sourcing experience. Strong knowledge across software, cloud, cyber, infrastructure and managed services categories. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Comfortable operating in an evolving environment with limited established processes. Experience of procurement transformation, service design or operating model change would be advantageous. CIPS qualification desirable. Why apply? Opportunity to help shape the future procurement function. Direct exposure to C-suite and senior technology leaders. Broad, varied IT procurement portfolio. Competitive package including pension, private healthcare, life assurance
Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Alderley Edge, Cheshire
Contracts Administrator £29,500 per annum Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm Wilmslow Time Recruitment - Preferred Supplier Time Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading property and facilities management organisation, seeking a meticulous and proactive Contracts Administrator to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative capability, confidence in managing high volumes of data, and a keen eye for detail. The Role You will support the Facilities Managers with all administrative aspects of over 2,500 maintenance contracts across a large commercial property portfolio. Acting as the first point of contact for all contract-related queries, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and smooth operational delivery. Key responsibilities include: Managing existing maintenance contracts and assisting in drafting new agreements. Handling queries relating to asset/plant lists, labour rates, specifications, cost changes, and invoices. Ensuring all maintenance contracts meet required Health & Safety compliance standards. Liaising directly with contractors to clarify specifications, resolve queries, and maintain accurate documentation. Supporting the Helpdesk team when required, including raising and logging jobs with contractors or maintenance operatives. Conducting audits of contractor specifications, charges, and documentation. Working closely with the Finance department to resolve cost and charge-related queries. Producing correspondence, reports, and maintaining accurate records using Microsoft 365 . About You To succeed in this role, you will bring: Strong administrative experience, ideally within facilities, property, or contract management. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Confidence liaising with contractors and internal teams. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 . Basic accounting understanding. A proactive, solutions-focused approach. Benefits Competitive salary of £29,500 per annum Full-time hours: 9:00am-5:30pm, Monday to Friday Opportunity to join a respected organisation with long-term career potential Supportive team environment and varied workload If you're a detail-driven administrator looking to take the next step in your career, Time Recruitment would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Contracts Administrator £29,500 per annum Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm Wilmslow Time Recruitment - Preferred Supplier Time Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading property and facilities management organisation, seeking a meticulous and proactive Contracts Administrator to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative capability, confidence in managing high volumes of data, and a keen eye for detail. The Role You will support the Facilities Managers with all administrative aspects of over 2,500 maintenance contracts across a large commercial property portfolio. Acting as the first point of contact for all contract-related queries, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and smooth operational delivery. Key responsibilities include: Managing existing maintenance contracts and assisting in drafting new agreements. Handling queries relating to asset/plant lists, labour rates, specifications, cost changes, and invoices. Ensuring all maintenance contracts meet required Health & Safety compliance standards. Liaising directly with contractors to clarify specifications, resolve queries, and maintain accurate documentation. Supporting the Helpdesk team when required, including raising and logging jobs with contractors or maintenance operatives. Conducting audits of contractor specifications, charges, and documentation. Working closely with the Finance department to resolve cost and charge-related queries. Producing correspondence, reports, and maintaining accurate records using Microsoft 365 . About You To succeed in this role, you will bring: Strong administrative experience, ideally within facilities, property, or contract management. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Confidence liaising with contractors and internal teams. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 . Basic accounting understanding. A proactive, solutions-focused approach. Benefits Competitive salary of £29,500 per annum Full-time hours: 9:00am-5:30pm, Monday to Friday Opportunity to join a respected organisation with long-term career potential Supportive team environment and varied workload If you're a detail-driven administrator looking to take the next step in your career, Time Recruitment would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.
Business Development Manager Location: Swaffham, Norfolk (covering East Anglia and the Northern Home Counties) Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per annum + Comprehensive Package About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well-established national property services contractor, based from their Swaffham office and responsible for developing new business opportunities across East Anglia and the Northern Home Counties. This role is focused on identifying, developing and securing new opportunities within the social housing, public sector and commercial property markets. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in driving sustainable growth, strengthening existing client relationships and expanding the company's regional presence. This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially driven individual with an established network within the property services sector and a proven track record of securing planned maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance contracts. Key Responsibilities Business Development Identify, target and secure new business opportunities across East Anglia and the Northern Home Counties. Develop and implement regional business development strategies to achieve growth objectives. Generate new leads through networking, market intelligence and industry contacts. Build a strong pipeline of opportunities across social housing, local authorities, education, healthcare and commercial sectors. Monitor procurement portals and framework opportunities. Client Relationship Management Develop and maintain long-term relationships with existing and prospective clients. Act as the primary point of contact throughout the business development process. Attend client meetings, networking events and industry conferences. Promote the company's full range of property services and specialist capabilities. Ensure exceptional customer service and maintain a high level of client engagement. Bid & Tender Support Work closely with the Pre-Construction and Bid Management teams to identify suitable tender opportunities. Assist in preparing high-quality PQQs, SQs, framework submissions and tender presentations. Support pricing and commercial discussions where required. Contribute to tender interviews and client presentations. Market Intelligence Monitor market trends, competitor activity and upcoming investment programmes. Identify opportunities through public procurement frameworks and private sector developments. Maintain an up-to-date CRM system with accurate sales forecasts and pipeline reporting. Produce regular business development reports for senior management. Internal Collaboration Work closely with Operational, Estimating and Commercial teams to ensure successful project mobilisation. Support the development of strategic partnerships and framework agreements. Promote collaboration across regional offices to maximise opportunities. Target Markets The successful candidate will have experience developing opportunities within sectors including: Social Housing Local Authorities Housing Associations Education Healthcare Commercial Property Public Sector Estates Service Lines Experience selling one or more of the following services would be advantageous: Planned Maintenance Cyclical Decorating Responsive Repairs Refurbishment Retrofit & Decarbonisation Passive Fire Protection Roofing Compliance Services Energy Efficiency Programmes Candidate Requirements Essential Proven experience in a Business Development Manager role within the construction or property services sector. Strong understanding of social housing planned maintenance and refurbishment markets. Demonstrable track record of winning new business and developing long-term client relationships. Established network of contacts within housing associations, local authorities and public sector organisations. Excellent presentation, negotiation and communication skills. Commercially astute with strong business acumen. Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. Experience using CRM systems and preparing pipeline reports. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Experience securing contracts through public procurement frameworks. Knowledge of PAS 2030/2035 retrofit programmes. Understanding of public sector procurement processes. Experience working with major public sector and social housing procurement frameworks. Membership of a relevant professional institution. Personal Attributes Self-motivated and results-driven. Excellent relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills. Commercially focused with a strategic mindset. Professional, credible and confident when engaging with senior stakeholders. Highly organised with excellent time management. Resilient and driven to exceed targets. Collaborative team player with a proactive approach. Salary & Benefits 55,000 - 65,000 per annum (depending on experience) Car allowance + Fuel card Annual performance bonus Company pension scheme 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager Location: Swaffham, Norfolk (covering East Anglia and the Northern Home Counties) Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per annum + Comprehensive Package About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well-established national property services contractor, based from their Swaffham office and responsible for developing new business opportunities across East Anglia and the Northern Home Counties. This role is focused on identifying, developing and securing new opportunities within the social housing, public sector and commercial property markets. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in driving sustainable growth, strengthening existing client relationships and expanding the company's regional presence. This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially driven individual with an established network within the property services sector and a proven track record of securing planned maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance contracts. Key Responsibilities Business Development Identify, target and secure new business opportunities across East Anglia and the Northern Home Counties. Develop and implement regional business development strategies to achieve growth objectives. Generate new leads through networking, market intelligence and industry contacts. Build a strong pipeline of opportunities across social housing, local authorities, education, healthcare and commercial sectors. Monitor procurement portals and framework opportunities. Client Relationship Management Develop and maintain long-term relationships with existing and prospective clients. Act as the primary point of contact throughout the business development process. Attend client meetings, networking events and industry conferences. Promote the company's full range of property services and specialist capabilities. Ensure exceptional customer service and maintain a high level of client engagement. Bid & Tender Support Work closely with the Pre-Construction and Bid Management teams to identify suitable tender opportunities. Assist in preparing high-quality PQQs, SQs, framework submissions and tender presentations. Support pricing and commercial discussions where required. Contribute to tender interviews and client presentations. Market Intelligence Monitor market trends, competitor activity and upcoming investment programmes. Identify opportunities through public procurement frameworks and private sector developments. Maintain an up-to-date CRM system with accurate sales forecasts and pipeline reporting. Produce regular business development reports for senior management. Internal Collaboration Work closely with Operational, Estimating and Commercial teams to ensure successful project mobilisation. Support the development of strategic partnerships and framework agreements. Promote collaboration across regional offices to maximise opportunities. Target Markets The successful candidate will have experience developing opportunities within sectors including: Social Housing Local Authorities Housing Associations Education Healthcare Commercial Property Public Sector Estates Service Lines Experience selling one or more of the following services would be advantageous: Planned Maintenance Cyclical Decorating Responsive Repairs Refurbishment Retrofit & Decarbonisation Passive Fire Protection Roofing Compliance Services Energy Efficiency Programmes Candidate Requirements Essential Proven experience in a Business Development Manager role within the construction or property services sector. Strong understanding of social housing planned maintenance and refurbishment markets. Demonstrable track record of winning new business and developing long-term client relationships. Established network of contacts within housing associations, local authorities and public sector organisations. Excellent presentation, negotiation and communication skills. Commercially astute with strong business acumen. Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. Experience using CRM systems and preparing pipeline reports. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Experience securing contracts through public procurement frameworks. Knowledge of PAS 2030/2035 retrofit programmes. Understanding of public sector procurement processes. Experience working with major public sector and social housing procurement frameworks. Membership of a relevant professional institution. Personal Attributes Self-motivated and results-driven. Excellent relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills. Commercially focused with a strategic mindset. Professional, credible and confident when engaging with senior stakeholders. Highly organised with excellent time management. Resilient and driven to exceed targets. Collaborative team player with a proactive approach. Salary & Benefits 55,000 - 65,000 per annum (depending on experience) Car allowance + Fuel card Annual performance bonus Company pension scheme 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
The Role Covering the Midlands and North, you will be selling specialist ground shoring and temporary works solutions, including trench boxes, shoring systems and associated equipment, into groundworkers, civil engineering contractors and major construction companies. You will be responsible for opening new opportunities, developing key contractor relationships and getting involved with projects from the early stages. Working alongside some of the biggest names in the industry. This is not an account management role. It is about winning business, influencing projects and becoming a trusted partner to customers across your region. The Company Our client is a recognised market leader within the construction industry, with years of experience delivering specialist solutions to major projects across the UK. Backed by a global group, they have the reputation, resources and technical expertise to compete at the highest level within the sector. The Person We are looking for someone who understands the civils and groundworks market. You may currently be selling ground engineering products, temporary works, construction hire or related solutions, with existing relationships across contractors and site teams. The key is commercial ability, someone who can identify opportunities, build relationships and influence decisions. If you are looking for a senior regional role where you can make an impact, this could be the opportunity for you.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
The Role Covering the Midlands and North, you will be selling specialist ground shoring and temporary works solutions, including trench boxes, shoring systems and associated equipment, into groundworkers, civil engineering contractors and major construction companies. You will be responsible for opening new opportunities, developing key contractor relationships and getting involved with projects from the early stages. Working alongside some of the biggest names in the industry. This is not an account management role. It is about winning business, influencing projects and becoming a trusted partner to customers across your region. The Company Our client is a recognised market leader within the construction industry, with years of experience delivering specialist solutions to major projects across the UK. Backed by a global group, they have the reputation, resources and technical expertise to compete at the highest level within the sector. The Person We are looking for someone who understands the civils and groundworks market. You may currently be selling ground engineering products, temporary works, construction hire or related solutions, with existing relationships across contractors and site teams. The key is commercial ability, someone who can identify opportunities, build relationships and influence decisions. If you are looking for a senior regional role where you can make an impact, this could be the opportunity for you.
Supply Chain & Procurement Governance Manager Outside IR35: 450 - 500 p/d Hybrid: Once every 2 weeks into Reading 4 months intially, 6 month rolling extensions SC Clearance Mandatory We're supporting a leading defence organisation that is looking for an experienced Supply Chain & Procurement Governance Manager to help design and implement a new governance framework across its procurement and supply chain function. This is a genuinely greenfield opportunity where you'll define the governance model, processes and controls that will underpin a security-sensitive supply chain, working closely with senior commercial and programme stakeholders. The Role You'll be responsible for: Designing and implementing procurement and supply chain governance frameworks from the ground up. Defining end-to-end procurement and supplier management processes. Developing governance, controls and assurance mechanisms for a regulated defence environment. Producing key governance documentation including policies, process maps, RACI matrices and decision frameworks. Identifying governance, compliance and control gaps and recommending improvements. Engaging senior stakeholders to drive adoption of new ways of working. What We're Looking For We're interested in candidates who have: Strong experience in procurement governance, supply chain governance or commercial governance . A track record of designing governance frameworks and operating models rather than maintaining existing ones. Excellent process mapping and process improvement skills. Experience working within defence, government or another highly regulated environment . Confidence influencing senior stakeholders across commercial, procurement and delivery teams. The ability to work independently in an evolving, greenfield environment. CIPS or similar procurement qualifications are beneficial but not essential.
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
Supply Chain & Procurement Governance Manager Outside IR35: 450 - 500 p/d Hybrid: Once every 2 weeks into Reading 4 months intially, 6 month rolling extensions SC Clearance Mandatory We're supporting a leading defence organisation that is looking for an experienced Supply Chain & Procurement Governance Manager to help design and implement a new governance framework across its procurement and supply chain function. This is a genuinely greenfield opportunity where you'll define the governance model, processes and controls that will underpin a security-sensitive supply chain, working closely with senior commercial and programme stakeholders. The Role You'll be responsible for: Designing and implementing procurement and supply chain governance frameworks from the ground up. Defining end-to-end procurement and supplier management processes. Developing governance, controls and assurance mechanisms for a regulated defence environment. Producing key governance documentation including policies, process maps, RACI matrices and decision frameworks. Identifying governance, compliance and control gaps and recommending improvements. Engaging senior stakeholders to drive adoption of new ways of working. What We're Looking For We're interested in candidates who have: Strong experience in procurement governance, supply chain governance or commercial governance . A track record of designing governance frameworks and operating models rather than maintaining existing ones. Excellent process mapping and process improvement skills. Experience working within defence, government or another highly regulated environment . Confidence influencing senior stakeholders across commercial, procurement and delivery teams. The ability to work independently in an evolving, greenfield environment. CIPS or similar procurement qualifications are beneficial but not essential.
Senior Property Manager London Competitive Salary + Benefits Hyperion Partners is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of one of our valued clients for an experienced Senior Property Manager to join a well-established and growing residential property team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and customer-focused property professional to manage a varied portfolio of residential developments while building strong relationships with clients, leaseholders, residents and contractors. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an exceptional property management service, ensuring developments are managed efficiently, compliantly and to the highest standards. The Role As Senior Property Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of a portfolio of residential developments, ensuring all operational, financial and statutory obligations are met while providing outstanding service to clients and residents. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of residential developments, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, leaseholders, residents, resident management companies and right-to-manage companies. Preparing and managing annual service charge budgets, monitoring expenditure and ensuring financial performance is effectively managed. Coordinating maintenance works, planned preventative maintenance programmes and major works projects. Procuring, managing and reviewing contractor performance to ensure high-quality service delivery and value for money. Conducting regular site inspections and preparing detailed inspection reports with recommendations where required. Organising and attending client, resident and board meetings, including Annual General Meetings (AGMs), and producing accurate meeting minutes. Ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, health and safety requirements and regulatory obligations. Managing insurance claims, risk assessments and compliance documentation across the portfolio. Responding promptly and professionally to resident and client enquiries, resolving issues effectively and maintaining excellent levels of customer satisfaction. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the property management team where appropriate. Maintaining accurate property records and ensuring all management systems are kept up to date. About You The successful candidate will be an experienced residential property professional with excellent communication skills, strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach to portfolio management. You will ideally have: Previous experience as a Property Manager or Senior Property Manager managing residential developments. A strong understanding of residential block management and leasehold property management. Experience managing service charge budgets and interpreting financial reports. Excellent knowledge of current residential property legislation, health and safety requirements and compliance obligations. Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build lasting client relationships. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Confidence managing contractors, consultants and external stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management software. A professional qualification such as TPI (formerly IRPM) or RICS would be advantageous, although not essential. A full UK driving licence would be beneficial depending on portfolio requirements. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to manage a high-quality residential portfolio. Ongoing professional training and career development. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation. Apply Today If you are an experienced property professional looking to progress your career with a respected organisation, Hyperion Partners would be pleased to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence. Hyperion Partners is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of its client. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Property Manager London Competitive Salary + Benefits Hyperion Partners is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of one of our valued clients for an experienced Senior Property Manager to join a well-established and growing residential property team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and customer-focused property professional to manage a varied portfolio of residential developments while building strong relationships with clients, leaseholders, residents and contractors. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an exceptional property management service, ensuring developments are managed efficiently, compliantly and to the highest standards. The Role As Senior Property Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of a portfolio of residential developments, ensuring all operational, financial and statutory obligations are met while providing outstanding service to clients and residents. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of residential developments, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, leaseholders, residents, resident management companies and right-to-manage companies. Preparing and managing annual service charge budgets, monitoring expenditure and ensuring financial performance is effectively managed. Coordinating maintenance works, planned preventative maintenance programmes and major works projects. Procuring, managing and reviewing contractor performance to ensure high-quality service delivery and value for money. Conducting regular site inspections and preparing detailed inspection reports with recommendations where required. Organising and attending client, resident and board meetings, including Annual General Meetings (AGMs), and producing accurate meeting minutes. Ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, health and safety requirements and regulatory obligations. Managing insurance claims, risk assessments and compliance documentation across the portfolio. Responding promptly and professionally to resident and client enquiries, resolving issues effectively and maintaining excellent levels of customer satisfaction. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the property management team where appropriate. Maintaining accurate property records and ensuring all management systems are kept up to date. About You The successful candidate will be an experienced residential property professional with excellent communication skills, strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach to portfolio management. You will ideally have: Previous experience as a Property Manager or Senior Property Manager managing residential developments. A strong understanding of residential block management and leasehold property management. Experience managing service charge budgets and interpreting financial reports. Excellent knowledge of current residential property legislation, health and safety requirements and compliance obligations. Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build lasting client relationships. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Confidence managing contractors, consultants and external stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management software. A professional qualification such as TPI (formerly IRPM) or RICS would be advantageous, although not essential. A full UK driving licence would be beneficial depending on portfolio requirements. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to manage a high-quality residential portfolio. Ongoing professional training and career development. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation. Apply Today If you are an experienced property professional looking to progress your career with a respected organisation, Hyperion Partners would be pleased to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence. Hyperion Partners is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of its client. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Point Professional Recruitment LTD
Ramsey, Cambridgeshire
The Role Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for developing long-term client relationships and driving commercial growth? Do you thrive in a consultative sales environment where you can combine strategic account management with winning new business? Our client is an innovative, internationally recognised organisation that partners with leading global brands, delivering specialist technology solutions and consultancy services across a range of industries. They are now looking to recruit an ambitious Business Development Manager to join their commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building lasting customer relationships, identifying new opportunities and working closely with technical teams to deliver commercially successful projects. The role will be approximately 75% account management and growth of existing customers , with 25% focused on developing new business opportunities . Main Responsibilities Managing and developing a portfolio of key national and international accounts Building long-term relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers Identifying and securing new business opportunities within existing and emerging markets Managing commercial bids, proposals and quotations from enquiry through to completion Working closely with engineering and technical teams to deliver customer solutions Developing strategic account plans and identifying future growth opportunities Preparing commercial forecasts, sales pipelines and performance reports Monitoring pricing, commercial performance and project progress Representing the business at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events Collaborating with internal departments to ensure projects are delivered successfully Maintaining accurate CRM records and sales forecasts Keeping up to date with market trends, competitor activity and emerging technologies Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Business Development Manager, Key Account Manager or Senior Sales role Strong track record of growing existing customer relationships whilst developing new business Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills Experience managing complex B2B sales cycles Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation Strong presentation and communication skills Excellent organisational and project management abilities Comfortable interpreting commercial data, forecasts and sales performance Full UK driving licence Degree educated or equivalent would be advantageous Desirable Experience Experience selling technical, engineering, consultancy or technology-based solutions Experience working with international customers Exposure to manufacturing, automotive, engineering or other technical sectors Experience responding to RFQs, tenders or commercial proposals Salary & Benefits Salary: Competitive, depending on experience. Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. Hours: Full-time. Travel: Regular travel across the UK with occasional international travel. Benefits Opportunity to work with an innovative, internationally recognised business Varied role with a combination of strategic account management and business development International travel opportunities Excellent long-term career progression Collaborative and supportive working environment Opportunity to work on technically advanced, market-leading projects
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
The Role Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for developing long-term client relationships and driving commercial growth? Do you thrive in a consultative sales environment where you can combine strategic account management with winning new business? Our client is an innovative, internationally recognised organisation that partners with leading global brands, delivering specialist technology solutions and consultancy services across a range of industries. They are now looking to recruit an ambitious Business Development Manager to join their commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building lasting customer relationships, identifying new opportunities and working closely with technical teams to deliver commercially successful projects. The role will be approximately 75% account management and growth of existing customers , with 25% focused on developing new business opportunities . Main Responsibilities Managing and developing a portfolio of key national and international accounts Building long-term relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers Identifying and securing new business opportunities within existing and emerging markets Managing commercial bids, proposals and quotations from enquiry through to completion Working closely with engineering and technical teams to deliver customer solutions Developing strategic account plans and identifying future growth opportunities Preparing commercial forecasts, sales pipelines and performance reports Monitoring pricing, commercial performance and project progress Representing the business at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events Collaborating with internal departments to ensure projects are delivered successfully Maintaining accurate CRM records and sales forecasts Keeping up to date with market trends, competitor activity and emerging technologies Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Business Development Manager, Key Account Manager or Senior Sales role Strong track record of growing existing customer relationships whilst developing new business Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills Experience managing complex B2B sales cycles Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation Strong presentation and communication skills Excellent organisational and project management abilities Comfortable interpreting commercial data, forecasts and sales performance Full UK driving licence Degree educated or equivalent would be advantageous Desirable Experience Experience selling technical, engineering, consultancy or technology-based solutions Experience working with international customers Exposure to manufacturing, automotive, engineering or other technical sectors Experience responding to RFQs, tenders or commercial proposals Salary & Benefits Salary: Competitive, depending on experience. Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. Hours: Full-time. Travel: Regular travel across the UK with occasional international travel. Benefits Opportunity to work with an innovative, internationally recognised business Varied role with a combination of strategic account management and business development International travel opportunities Excellent long-term career progression Collaborative and supportive working environment Opportunity to work on technically advanced, market-leading projects
Business Development Manager Location: UK Nationwide (Field Based) Salary: 50,000- 55,000 Basic + Uncapped Commission + Company Car The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well-established and growing packaging business. This is a national field-based role focused on developing new business opportunities and growing relationships with customers across a range of industrial sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional with a proven background in the packaging industry who enjoys winning new business and building long-term customer partnerships. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities across the UK. Identify and convert new customers within target markets. Manage the full sales process from prospecting through to order completion. Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers. Prepare quotations, negotiate commercial agreements and close sales. Work closely with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions. Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and CRM system. Attend customer meetings, site visits and industry exhibitions. Requirements Previous business development or sales experience within the packaging industry is essential. Proven track record of generating and winning new business. Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills. Ability to manage a national sales territory independently. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Full UK driving licence. Package 50,000- 55,000 basic salary Uncapped commission Company car Company pension Mobile phone and laptop Ongoing training and career development WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager Location: UK Nationwide (Field Based) Salary: 50,000- 55,000 Basic + Uncapped Commission + Company Car The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well-established and growing packaging business. This is a national field-based role focused on developing new business opportunities and growing relationships with customers across a range of industrial sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional with a proven background in the packaging industry who enjoys winning new business and building long-term customer partnerships. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities across the UK. Identify and convert new customers within target markets. Manage the full sales process from prospecting through to order completion. Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers. Prepare quotations, negotiate commercial agreements and close sales. Work closely with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions. Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and CRM system. Attend customer meetings, site visits and industry exhibitions. Requirements Previous business development or sales experience within the packaging industry is essential. Proven track record of generating and winning new business. Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills. Ability to manage a national sales territory independently. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Full UK driving licence. Package 50,000- 55,000 basic salary Uncapped commission Company car Company pension Mobile phone and laptop Ongoing training and career development WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Tipton, West Midlands
Sales Account Manager Location: Tipton, West Midlands Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Sales Account Manager Export Packaging & Industrial Services Contek Recruitment are proud to be representing an established and highly respected manufacturing business that has built an outstanding reputation within the export packaging and industrial services sector. With over 30 years of industry expertise, our client has become one of the UK's leading providers of specialist export packing, military packing, bespoke timber case manufacturing, hazardous goods packaging, fabrication and warehousing solutions. Operating from large-scale facilities in the West Midlands, they work with customers across the UK and internationally, supporting sectors including Defence, Aerospace, Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy and Industrial Equipment. Their reputation has been built on quality, compliance, technical expertise and delivering tailored solutions for complex projects. Due to continued growth and increasing demand, they are now looking to recruit an ambitious Sales Account Manager who can develop long-term customer relationships whilst identifying new commercial opportunities to help drive the next stage of the company's growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced B2B sales professional who enjoys building relationships, managing key accounts and working within a technical, project-led environment. The Role Reporting into the senior management team, you will take ownership of an existing portfolio of customers whilst proactively developing new business opportunities across a range of industrial sectors. You'll become the trusted point of contact for customers from initial enquiry through to project completion, ensuring exceptional service whilst identifying opportunities to increase revenue through additional products and services. Working closely with internal departments including Estimating, Production, Operations, Costings and Administration, you'll ensure projects are delivered efficiently whilst maintaining the highest levels of customer satisfaction. This is a varied role that combines account management, business development, customer service and commercial negotiation. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop an established portfolio of key customer accounts. Build strong, long-term relationships with new and existing customers. Identify new business opportunities through networking, referrals and market research. Generate revenue through upselling, cross-selling and identifying additional service requirements. Prepare quotations and commercial proposals in collaboration with internal teams. Support contract negotiations, service agreements and commercial discussions. Monitor customer performance, sales activity and profitability. Produce regular account reviews, sales forecasts and pipeline reports. Act as the primary contact for customer enquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally. Liaise daily with Production, Costings, Administration and Operations to ensure projects are delivered on time and to customer expectations. Support marketing initiatives, exhibitions and industry events to promote the business. Represent the company professionally when visiting customers across the UK. Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity reports. Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities. The Ideal Candidate Our client is looking for an enthusiastic sales professional who enjoys developing lasting customer relationships and has a genuine passion for delivering outstanding service. You'll be commercially aware, highly organised and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideally you will have: Previous experience as a Sales Account Manager, Business Development Manager or Sales Executive. Experience selling within Manufacturing, Engineering, Export Packaging, Logistics, Industrial Services or a related B2B environment. Previous exposure to Defence, Commercial Export or Industrial Packaging sectors would be highly advantageous. Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to understand technical customer requirements and convert them into commercial opportunities. Strong organisational and time management skills. Experience using CRM systems together with Microsoft Office. Commercial awareness with the ability to maximise account profitability. A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Experience Knowledge of BS1133 Export Packing Standards . Understanding of Ministry of Defence (MoD) packing requirements. Experience working with export documentation, packaging specifications or industrial manufacturing environments. What's on Offer Permanent position with a long-established and growing business. Opportunity to manage high-profile industrial and engineering accounts. Diverse customer base across multiple sectors. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Career development opportunities as the business continues to expand. The opportunity to become part of a company recognised for quality, innovation and exceptional customer service
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Sales Account Manager Location: Tipton, West Midlands Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Sales Account Manager Export Packaging & Industrial Services Contek Recruitment are proud to be representing an established and highly respected manufacturing business that has built an outstanding reputation within the export packaging and industrial services sector. With over 30 years of industry expertise, our client has become one of the UK's leading providers of specialist export packing, military packing, bespoke timber case manufacturing, hazardous goods packaging, fabrication and warehousing solutions. Operating from large-scale facilities in the West Midlands, they work with customers across the UK and internationally, supporting sectors including Defence, Aerospace, Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy and Industrial Equipment. Their reputation has been built on quality, compliance, technical expertise and delivering tailored solutions for complex projects. Due to continued growth and increasing demand, they are now looking to recruit an ambitious Sales Account Manager who can develop long-term customer relationships whilst identifying new commercial opportunities to help drive the next stage of the company's growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced B2B sales professional who enjoys building relationships, managing key accounts and working within a technical, project-led environment. The Role Reporting into the senior management team, you will take ownership of an existing portfolio of customers whilst proactively developing new business opportunities across a range of industrial sectors. You'll become the trusted point of contact for customers from initial enquiry through to project completion, ensuring exceptional service whilst identifying opportunities to increase revenue through additional products and services. Working closely with internal departments including Estimating, Production, Operations, Costings and Administration, you'll ensure projects are delivered efficiently whilst maintaining the highest levels of customer satisfaction. This is a varied role that combines account management, business development, customer service and commercial negotiation. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop an established portfolio of key customer accounts. Build strong, long-term relationships with new and existing customers. Identify new business opportunities through networking, referrals and market research. Generate revenue through upselling, cross-selling and identifying additional service requirements. Prepare quotations and commercial proposals in collaboration with internal teams. Support contract negotiations, service agreements and commercial discussions. Monitor customer performance, sales activity and profitability. Produce regular account reviews, sales forecasts and pipeline reports. Act as the primary contact for customer enquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally. Liaise daily with Production, Costings, Administration and Operations to ensure projects are delivered on time and to customer expectations. Support marketing initiatives, exhibitions and industry events to promote the business. Represent the company professionally when visiting customers across the UK. Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity reports. Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities. The Ideal Candidate Our client is looking for an enthusiastic sales professional who enjoys developing lasting customer relationships and has a genuine passion for delivering outstanding service. You'll be commercially aware, highly organised and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideally you will have: Previous experience as a Sales Account Manager, Business Development Manager or Sales Executive. Experience selling within Manufacturing, Engineering, Export Packaging, Logistics, Industrial Services or a related B2B environment. Previous exposure to Defence, Commercial Export or Industrial Packaging sectors would be highly advantageous. Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to understand technical customer requirements and convert them into commercial opportunities. Strong organisational and time management skills. Experience using CRM systems together with Microsoft Office. Commercial awareness with the ability to maximise account profitability. A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Experience Knowledge of BS1133 Export Packing Standards . Understanding of Ministry of Defence (MoD) packing requirements. Experience working with export documentation, packaging specifications or industrial manufacturing environments. What's on Offer Permanent position with a long-established and growing business. Opportunity to manage high-profile industrial and engineering accounts. Diverse customer base across multiple sectors. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Career development opportunities as the business continues to expand. The opportunity to become part of a company recognised for quality, innovation and exceptional customer service
Business Development Manager - ICP / Utilities Sector Location: Hertfordshire, UK (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Package: Competitive salary + benefits Role Overview The Business Development Manager will be responsible for generating new business across the UK within the ICP (Independent Connections Provider) and utilities infrastructure market, while also developing existing client relationships to drive account growth. The role acts as a key commercial interface for the business, focused on pipeline development, strategic market penetration, and full-cycle deal management through to contract award and handover. Key Responsibilities New Business & Pipeline Development Identify, qualify, and develop new sales opportunities across the UK utilities and ICP market Build and maintain a structured and sustainable sales pipeline Develop and execute a 12-month strategic sales plan focused on growth targets Research emerging market opportunities in EV, grid connections, residential, industrial & commercial sectors Client & Stakeholder Management Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients and strategic partners Act as a key commercial point of contact for customers and stakeholders Build long-term relationships with developers, EPCs, IDNOs, and DNO stakeholders Sales Execution & Bid Support Engage prospective clients through meetings, calls, digital outreach, and industry events Review technical and commercial scope of works prior to tender submission Collaborate with internal estimating and tendering teams throughout bid lifecycle Lead commercial negotiations through to contract award and handover Market Representation Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and networking forums Promote brand awareness and support market positioning strategy Reporting & Performance Deliver monthly KPI, sales, and pipeline reports Maintain CRM accuracy and forecasting discipline Provide market intelligence to support strategic decision-making Key Requirements Sector Expertise Strong understanding of the ICP and UK electrical utilities sector Knowledge of DNOs, IDNOs, NERS accreditation, and UK distribution networks Awareness of EV infrastructure, grid connections, and energy transition markets Understanding of LV/MV networks up to 11kV and 33kV Commercial Capability Strong commercial awareness including contract law and risk management Proven ability to negotiate and close complex technical and infrastructure contracts Experience managing full sales lifecycle from lead generation to completion Core Skills Strong communication and presentation skills Excellent organisation and time management Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability Company Overview The organisation is a UK-based environmental and infrastructure engineering services group specialising in critical national infrastructure support, particularly across energy, utilities, and transport sectors. It provides integrated solutions spanning environmental services, infrastructure maintenance, engineering support, and utility network services. The business operates across regulated infrastructure markets and supports clients involved in energy transition, grid modernisation, and sustainable infrastructure development. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - ICP / Utilities Sector Location: Hertfordshire, UK (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Package: Competitive salary + benefits Role Overview The Business Development Manager will be responsible for generating new business across the UK within the ICP (Independent Connections Provider) and utilities infrastructure market, while also developing existing client relationships to drive account growth. The role acts as a key commercial interface for the business, focused on pipeline development, strategic market penetration, and full-cycle deal management through to contract award and handover. Key Responsibilities New Business & Pipeline Development Identify, qualify, and develop new sales opportunities across the UK utilities and ICP market Build and maintain a structured and sustainable sales pipeline Develop and execute a 12-month strategic sales plan focused on growth targets Research emerging market opportunities in EV, grid connections, residential, industrial & commercial sectors Client & Stakeholder Management Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients and strategic partners Act as a key commercial point of contact for customers and stakeholders Build long-term relationships with developers, EPCs, IDNOs, and DNO stakeholders Sales Execution & Bid Support Engage prospective clients through meetings, calls, digital outreach, and industry events Review technical and commercial scope of works prior to tender submission Collaborate with internal estimating and tendering teams throughout bid lifecycle Lead commercial negotiations through to contract award and handover Market Representation Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and networking forums Promote brand awareness and support market positioning strategy Reporting & Performance Deliver monthly KPI, sales, and pipeline reports Maintain CRM accuracy and forecasting discipline Provide market intelligence to support strategic decision-making Key Requirements Sector Expertise Strong understanding of the ICP and UK electrical utilities sector Knowledge of DNOs, IDNOs, NERS accreditation, and UK distribution networks Awareness of EV infrastructure, grid connections, and energy transition markets Understanding of LV/MV networks up to 11kV and 33kV Commercial Capability Strong commercial awareness including contract law and risk management Proven ability to negotiate and close complex technical and infrastructure contracts Experience managing full sales lifecycle from lead generation to completion Core Skills Strong communication and presentation skills Excellent organisation and time management Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability Company Overview The organisation is a UK-based environmental and infrastructure engineering services group specialising in critical national infrastructure support, particularly across energy, utilities, and transport sectors. It provides integrated solutions spanning environmental services, infrastructure maintenance, engineering support, and utility network services. The business operates across regulated infrastructure markets and supports clients involved in energy transition, grid modernisation, and sustainable infrastructure development. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.