Your new company Hays are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a well-established and diverse agricultural business to recruit an Assistant Accountant. Operating across farming, land management and a range of enterprises, this organisation plays a significant role within the local rural economy and is committed to sustainable farming, operational excellence and long-term stewardship of its land and assets.This is a unique opportunity to join a close-knit team where no two days are the same. The office is a busy and collaborative environment, providing support across farming operations, property interests and wider commercial activities. You'll work closely with the Finance Director and gain valuable exposure to both the financial and operational aspects of a modern agricultural business. Your new role As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the Finance Director with the day-to-day financial management of the business. Working closely with both finance and operational teams, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain robust accounting processes and provide administrative support where required.Key responsibilities include: Assisting with monthly management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts. Processing invoices, journals and maintaining accurate financial records Reconciling accounts and stock records. Supporting VAT returns and year-end processes. Monitoring farming-related costs including labour, machinery and crop expenditure. Assisting with budgeting, cost control and performance reporting. Maintaining records relating to grants, subsidies and compliance requirements. Supporting payroll administration and employee records. Providing general office and administrative support across the business. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to both finance and operations within a successful agricultural business while working closely with senior leadership. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience within a finance, accounts or bookkeeping position and be comfortable working in a varied role that combines both accounting and administration responsibilities.You will also possess: Strong bookkeeping and accounts administration experience. Ideally exposure to management accounting processes such as budgeting, forecasting or month-end reporting. Experience using accounting software Strong Excel skills and good attention to detail. The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A proactive and self-motivated approach to work. The ability to work collaboratively within a small team environment Experience within agriculture, farming, rural estates or land-based businesses would be highly advantageous. However, applications are welcomed from candidates outside the sector who can demonstrate a genuine interest in agriculture and a desire to learn. Desirable qualifications include: AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification desirable but not essential Or studying towards ACCA, CIMA or a similar professional qualification is desirable but not essential What you'll get in return Opportunity to work within a reputable and diverse agricultural business. Exposure to a broad and varied role combining finance, administration and operational support. Direct mentorship and support from an experienced Finance Director. A collaborative and friendly working environment. The chance to develop specialist knowledge within the agricultural and rural sector. Full-time, permanent opportunity. Competitive salary and benefits package and study support for AAT/ CIMA/ ACCA (if desired) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a well-established and diverse agricultural business to recruit an Assistant Accountant. Operating across farming, land management and a range of enterprises, this organisation plays a significant role within the local rural economy and is committed to sustainable farming, operational excellence and long-term stewardship of its land and assets.This is a unique opportunity to join a close-knit team where no two days are the same. The office is a busy and collaborative environment, providing support across farming operations, property interests and wider commercial activities. You'll work closely with the Finance Director and gain valuable exposure to both the financial and operational aspects of a modern agricultural business. Your new role As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the Finance Director with the day-to-day financial management of the business. Working closely with both finance and operational teams, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain robust accounting processes and provide administrative support where required.Key responsibilities include: Assisting with monthly management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts. Processing invoices, journals and maintaining accurate financial records Reconciling accounts and stock records. Supporting VAT returns and year-end processes. Monitoring farming-related costs including labour, machinery and crop expenditure. Assisting with budgeting, cost control and performance reporting. Maintaining records relating to grants, subsidies and compliance requirements. Supporting payroll administration and employee records. Providing general office and administrative support across the business. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to both finance and operations within a successful agricultural business while working closely with senior leadership. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience within a finance, accounts or bookkeeping position and be comfortable working in a varied role that combines both accounting and administration responsibilities.You will also possess: Strong bookkeeping and accounts administration experience. Ideally exposure to management accounting processes such as budgeting, forecasting or month-end reporting. Experience using accounting software Strong Excel skills and good attention to detail. The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A proactive and self-motivated approach to work. The ability to work collaboratively within a small team environment Experience within agriculture, farming, rural estates or land-based businesses would be highly advantageous. However, applications are welcomed from candidates outside the sector who can demonstrate a genuine interest in agriculture and a desire to learn. Desirable qualifications include: AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification desirable but not essential Or studying towards ACCA, CIMA or a similar professional qualification is desirable but not essential What you'll get in return Opportunity to work within a reputable and diverse agricultural business. Exposure to a broad and varied role combining finance, administration and operational support. Direct mentorship and support from an experienced Finance Director. A collaborative and friendly working environment. The chance to develop specialist knowledge within the agricultural and rural sector. Full-time, permanent opportunity. Competitive salary and benefits package and study support for AAT/ CIMA/ ACCA (if desired) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Are you an experienced SaaS salesperson who wants more ownership, greater earning potential and the opportunity to help build a new business function? An established UK software company is expanding its portfolio of AI-powered SaaS products and is looking for a driven Business Development Manager to lead new customer acquisition. This is not a role where you'll simply inherit a list of existing accounts. You'll build pipeline, open doors, lead sales conversations and close new SaaS customers-while helping shape the sales approach as the business grows. The Opportunity You'll sell a portfolio of AI-led software products to UK retailers. The products can integrate into customers' existing technology, making them easier to adopt without a major systems replacement. You'll be supported by quality prospect data, established sales tools, an external appointment-setting partner and experienced product specialists. What You'll Be Doing Researching and targeting relevant UK accounts Building and managing your own outbound pipeline Qualifying inbound and partner-generated opportunities Engaging senior ecommerce, digital and commercial decision-makers Running product demonstrations and discovery meetings Preparing proposals and leading commercial negotiations Closing annual SaaS licence agreements As you become established, you'll take full ownership of the new-business number and play an important role in how the commercial function develops. About You You'll ideally have: At least three years' experience in outbound B2B software or technology sales Experience researching accounts, building prospect lists and running outbound campaigns One to two years' experience carrying a closing target A track record of progressing software opportunities from initial contact through to signed agreement Confidence communicating with senior commercial and technical stakeholders Experience in ecommerce, retail technology, martech, search, merchandising or related software would be advantageous but is not essential. Package circa 55,000 basic salary Uncapped commission 80,000- 85,000 OTE at target Private medical cover Company pension Location and Working Pattern This is a hybrid position based in the Nottingham area. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Nottingham and be comfortable attending the office two days per week. Take Ownership of Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys winning new business but also wants to influence strategy, improve the sales process and grow into a more senior commercial position. Apply now for a confidential discussion. INDSLS Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced SaaS salesperson who wants more ownership, greater earning potential and the opportunity to help build a new business function? An established UK software company is expanding its portfolio of AI-powered SaaS products and is looking for a driven Business Development Manager to lead new customer acquisition. This is not a role where you'll simply inherit a list of existing accounts. You'll build pipeline, open doors, lead sales conversations and close new SaaS customers-while helping shape the sales approach as the business grows. The Opportunity You'll sell a portfolio of AI-led software products to UK retailers. The products can integrate into customers' existing technology, making them easier to adopt without a major systems replacement. You'll be supported by quality prospect data, established sales tools, an external appointment-setting partner and experienced product specialists. What You'll Be Doing Researching and targeting relevant UK accounts Building and managing your own outbound pipeline Qualifying inbound and partner-generated opportunities Engaging senior ecommerce, digital and commercial decision-makers Running product demonstrations and discovery meetings Preparing proposals and leading commercial negotiations Closing annual SaaS licence agreements As you become established, you'll take full ownership of the new-business number and play an important role in how the commercial function develops. About You You'll ideally have: At least three years' experience in outbound B2B software or technology sales Experience researching accounts, building prospect lists and running outbound campaigns One to two years' experience carrying a closing target A track record of progressing software opportunities from initial contact through to signed agreement Confidence communicating with senior commercial and technical stakeholders Experience in ecommerce, retail technology, martech, search, merchandising or related software would be advantageous but is not essential. Package circa 55,000 basic salary Uncapped commission 80,000- 85,000 OTE at target Private medical cover Company pension Location and Working Pattern This is a hybrid position based in the Nottingham area. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Nottingham and be comfortable attending the office two days per week. Take Ownership of Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys winning new business but also wants to influence strategy, improve the sales process and grow into a more senior commercial position. Apply now for a confidential discussion. INDSLS Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
AI Lead Location: Winsford, Cheshire Working pattern: Hybrid, two days per week onsite Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Employment type: Permanent Exalto Consulting is recruiting for an AI Lead to help a software business expand the practical use of AI across its development and delivery teams. This is not a role for someone whose AI experience is limited to using coding assistants or running isolated proof of concepts. The business needs someone who has built and delivered AI solutions in production and can help others adopt AI in a structured and useful way. You will work across software development, testing, business analysis and requirements gathering, helping teams understand where AI can improve the delivery lifecycle and how those changes should be implemented. The role will remain technically involved, but the wider responsibility is to provide direction, build confidence and improve how AI is used across the organisation. Responsibilities Lead the adoption of AI across the full software development lifecycle. Identify practical AI use cases across development, testing, analysis and delivery. Work directly with technical teams to design and deliver production AI solutions. Guide developers, testers and business analysts on effective and responsible AI use. Support the development of AI enabled features within existing software products. Run workshops, technical discussions and stakeholder meetings. Explain AI capabilities, limitations and delivery options clearly to customers and internal teams. Help establish standards around AI governance, testing, security and quality. Support existing AI specialists by extending their work across the wider business. Experience required Commercial experience building and delivering AI solutions in production. A software development background, ideally using C# and .NET. Experience integrating AI into existing products, platforms or business processes. Strong understanding of software architecture, APIs, data flows and cloud hosted applications. Experience leading technical change across several delivery functions, not only software development. Evidence of helping teams adopt AI tools, processes or ways of working. Confidence running customer or stakeholder meetings and explaining technical subjects clearly. The ability to remain technically credible while providing leadership and direction. Experience with Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, agentic workflows, RAG, AI agents or Microsoft Copilot would be useful, but practical delivery experience is more important than familiarity with specific tools. This role may suit an AI Lead, AI Enablement Lead, Principal AI Engineer, AI Technical Lead or senior software engineering leader who has already delivered AI in production and helped other teams adopt it.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
AI Lead Location: Winsford, Cheshire Working pattern: Hybrid, two days per week onsite Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Employment type: Permanent Exalto Consulting is recruiting for an AI Lead to help a software business expand the practical use of AI across its development and delivery teams. This is not a role for someone whose AI experience is limited to using coding assistants or running isolated proof of concepts. The business needs someone who has built and delivered AI solutions in production and can help others adopt AI in a structured and useful way. You will work across software development, testing, business analysis and requirements gathering, helping teams understand where AI can improve the delivery lifecycle and how those changes should be implemented. The role will remain technically involved, but the wider responsibility is to provide direction, build confidence and improve how AI is used across the organisation. Responsibilities Lead the adoption of AI across the full software development lifecycle. Identify practical AI use cases across development, testing, analysis and delivery. Work directly with technical teams to design and deliver production AI solutions. Guide developers, testers and business analysts on effective and responsible AI use. Support the development of AI enabled features within existing software products. Run workshops, technical discussions and stakeholder meetings. Explain AI capabilities, limitations and delivery options clearly to customers and internal teams. Help establish standards around AI governance, testing, security and quality. Support existing AI specialists by extending their work across the wider business. Experience required Commercial experience building and delivering AI solutions in production. A software development background, ideally using C# and .NET. Experience integrating AI into existing products, platforms or business processes. Strong understanding of software architecture, APIs, data flows and cloud hosted applications. Experience leading technical change across several delivery functions, not only software development. Evidence of helping teams adopt AI tools, processes or ways of working. Confidence running customer or stakeholder meetings and explaining technical subjects clearly. The ability to remain technically credible while providing leadership and direction. Experience with Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, agentic workflows, RAG, AI agents or Microsoft Copilot would be useful, but practical delivery experience is more important than familiarity with specific tools. This role may suit an AI Lead, AI Enablement Lead, Principal AI Engineer, AI Technical Lead or senior software engineering leader who has already delivered AI in production and helped other teams adopt it.
DevOps Engineer Reading Hybrid Permanent Build the infrastructure behind a mission-critical software platform. We're looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to take ownership of the delivery infrastructure supporting a sophisticated software product used in demanding operational environments. You'll play a key role in ensuring software is built, tested and deployed efficiently through highly automated, reliable and scalable delivery pipelines. Working closely with software engineers, platform specialists and test teams, you'll help drive continuous improvement across CI/CD, infrastructure automation and deployment processes while enabling fast, repeatable and dependable software releases. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate software build, testing and release processes. Develop and improve deployment and upgrade automation using Infrastructure as Code principles. Build and manage development, integration and pre-production environments. Automate environment provisioning to ensure consistency and repeatability. Create and maintain monitoring, health checks and deployment reporting across multiple environments. Develop tooling and documentation that enables engineering teams to deploy and manage software independently. Work closely with development teams to improve build reliability, deployment efficiency and operational resilience. Maintain version control, traceability and release management processes across the software lifecycle. Contribute to capacity planning and continuous improvement of the engineering platform. Key Skills & Experience Commercial experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering or Infrastructure Engineering supporting production software. Strong experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitLab, Jenkins or similar tools. Excellent knowledge of Docker and containerised application deployment. Experience with Infrastructure as Code technologies such as Ansible, Terraform or equivalent. Scripting experience using Python, Bash or similar. Strong Linux administration skills. Experience deploying software into on-premises or restricted infrastructure environments. Familiarity with messaging platforms and relational databases such as RabbitMQ, MariaDB or equivalent technologies. Desirable Experience Azure platform administration. Monitoring and managing distributed software deployments. Experience working within highly regulated or mission-critical environments. Knowledge of modern observability, deployment automation and release management best practices. What's on Offer Hybrid working with regular collaboration from the Reading office. Opportunity to work on technically challenging, enterprise-scale software. Modern engineering practices with a strong focus on automation and continuous improvement. Collaborative, highly skilled engineering teams. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and excellent opportunities for career progression. Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer Reading Hybrid Permanent Build the infrastructure behind a mission-critical software platform. We're looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to take ownership of the delivery infrastructure supporting a sophisticated software product used in demanding operational environments. You'll play a key role in ensuring software is built, tested and deployed efficiently through highly automated, reliable and scalable delivery pipelines. Working closely with software engineers, platform specialists and test teams, you'll help drive continuous improvement across CI/CD, infrastructure automation and deployment processes while enabling fast, repeatable and dependable software releases. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate software build, testing and release processes. Develop and improve deployment and upgrade automation using Infrastructure as Code principles. Build and manage development, integration and pre-production environments. Automate environment provisioning to ensure consistency and repeatability. Create and maintain monitoring, health checks and deployment reporting across multiple environments. Develop tooling and documentation that enables engineering teams to deploy and manage software independently. Work closely with development teams to improve build reliability, deployment efficiency and operational resilience. Maintain version control, traceability and release management processes across the software lifecycle. Contribute to capacity planning and continuous improvement of the engineering platform. Key Skills & Experience Commercial experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering or Infrastructure Engineering supporting production software. Strong experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitLab, Jenkins or similar tools. Excellent knowledge of Docker and containerised application deployment. Experience with Infrastructure as Code technologies such as Ansible, Terraform or equivalent. Scripting experience using Python, Bash or similar. Strong Linux administration skills. Experience deploying software into on-premises or restricted infrastructure environments. Familiarity with messaging platforms and relational databases such as RabbitMQ, MariaDB or equivalent technologies. Desirable Experience Azure platform administration. Monitoring and managing distributed software deployments. Experience working within highly regulated or mission-critical environments. Knowledge of modern observability, deployment automation and release management best practices. What's on Offer Hybrid working with regular collaboration from the Reading office. Opportunity to work on technically challenging, enterprise-scale software. Modern engineering practices with a strong focus on automation and continuous improvement. Collaborative, highly skilled engineering teams. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and excellent opportunities for career progression. Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.
Junior Systems Developer 28,000 - 35,000, Near Lewes, Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm, Permanent, 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Pension, Parking, Christmas Bonus The Role An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Systems Developer to join a growing technology-led business operating across multiple specialist brands. Working closely with the Director, the Junior Systems Developer will support the development, maintenance and improvement of websites, internal CRM systems and business applications used by customers, professionals and internal teams. This role offers the opportunity to gain exposure to software development, database management, web technologies and IT infrastructure within a supportive environment where training and development are actively encouraged. Supporting the maintenance and development of websites and web applications Assisting with improvements to internal CRM systems Investigating and resolving software and website issues Supporting the maintenance of databases and APIs Assisting with updates to desktop applications Providing first-line support for internal technical issues Supporting server and service monitoring activities Working closely with users to identify system improvements Taking part in testing and deployment of new functionality Learning new development tools and technologies as required Requirements The successful Junior Systems Developer will have a genuine interest in software development and technology, whether gained through education, self-study, personal projects or commercial experience. Exposure to HTML, C#, SQL databases or web development technologies would be highly desirable but not essential. Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity and a willingness to learn are more important than possessing a complete technical skillset. You will be comfortable communicating with colleagues, understanding user requirements and working within a small collaborative team. This role could suit someone who has worked as a Junior Developer, IT Support Developer or Software Support Analyst. Company Information You will be joining a well-established technology business that develops and manages a range of specialist web platforms and customer-facing systems. The organisation prides itself on maintaining a responsive in-house development function, allowing it to continually improve systems and services whilst supporting customers and employees effectively. The business offers a friendly, supportive working environment where genuine curiosity and initiative are highly valued. Package 28,000 - 35,000 salary 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Annual discretionary Christmas bonus On-site parking Monthly team lunches Full training and development Exposure to a broad range of technologies Long-term career development opportunities Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Agency. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Junior Systems Developer 28,000 - 35,000, Near Lewes, Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm, Permanent, 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Pension, Parking, Christmas Bonus The Role An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Systems Developer to join a growing technology-led business operating across multiple specialist brands. Working closely with the Director, the Junior Systems Developer will support the development, maintenance and improvement of websites, internal CRM systems and business applications used by customers, professionals and internal teams. This role offers the opportunity to gain exposure to software development, database management, web technologies and IT infrastructure within a supportive environment where training and development are actively encouraged. Supporting the maintenance and development of websites and web applications Assisting with improvements to internal CRM systems Investigating and resolving software and website issues Supporting the maintenance of databases and APIs Assisting with updates to desktop applications Providing first-line support for internal technical issues Supporting server and service monitoring activities Working closely with users to identify system improvements Taking part in testing and deployment of new functionality Learning new development tools and technologies as required Requirements The successful Junior Systems Developer will have a genuine interest in software development and technology, whether gained through education, self-study, personal projects or commercial experience. Exposure to HTML, C#, SQL databases or web development technologies would be highly desirable but not essential. Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity and a willingness to learn are more important than possessing a complete technical skillset. You will be comfortable communicating with colleagues, understanding user requirements and working within a small collaborative team. This role could suit someone who has worked as a Junior Developer, IT Support Developer or Software Support Analyst. Company Information You will be joining a well-established technology business that develops and manages a range of specialist web platforms and customer-facing systems. The organisation prides itself on maintaining a responsive in-house development function, allowing it to continually improve systems and services whilst supporting customers and employees effectively. The business offers a friendly, supportive working environment where genuine curiosity and initiative are highly valued. Package 28,000 - 35,000 salary 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Annual discretionary Christmas bonus On-site parking Monthly team lunches Full training and development Exposure to a broad range of technologies Long-term career development opportunities Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Agency. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.
Director of Technology Solutions Edinburgh / Hybrid 60,000 - 70,000 + Long-Term Incentive + Bonus + Pension + 28 Days Holiday + Development Are you an experienced Technology Director or senior software leader looking to build and lead a high-performing technology function within an ambitious and growing organisation? Brilliant opportunity on offer to take ownership of technology strategy, product delivery and team development while helping shape the future direction of a business undergoing an exciting period of growth and transformation. This established organisation provides specialist services and technology-led solutions to customers operating across a range of complex environments. Due to continued investment and expansion, they are now looking for a Director of Technology Solutions to develop their technical capability and build a high-performing software engineering team. In this role, you will take responsibility for technology strategy, software delivery and operational performance. You will introduce effective development frameworks and processes while ensuring technology products maintain high standards of security, scalability, reliability and quality. You will also work closely with senior leaders, customers and external stakeholders, helping align technology investment with commercial objectives, customer requirements and the wider growth plans of the business. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced technology leader looking to take ownership of a developing technology function and play a key role in the long-term strategic and commercial direction of an ambitious organisation. THE ROLE: Defining and delivering the technology strategy in line with customer, operational and commercial objectives Building, mentoring and developing high-performing software engineering and development teams Leading software delivery, process improvement and the adoption of modern development practices Overseeing software architecture, cloud infrastructure, databases, DevOps, cybersecurity and CI/CD processes Acting as the senior technology representative with customers, partners and key stakeholders Supporting technology investment, resource planning, budgeting and wider business-growth initiatives Establishing effective governance around quality, compliance, risk management and intellectual property THE PERSON: Previous experience in a Technology Director, Head of Technology, CTO or senior software leadership position At least five years' experience across software development, technology delivery and team leadership Strong understanding of software architecture, cloud platforms, DevOps, cybersecurity and modern engineering practices Experience leading organisational change, process improvement or agile transformation initiatives Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline Strong commercial awareness with experience aligning technology decisions with customer and business requirements Comfortable operating within a growing, evolving or technically complex organisation Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Director of Technology Solutions Edinburgh / Hybrid 60,000 - 70,000 + Long-Term Incentive + Bonus + Pension + 28 Days Holiday + Development Are you an experienced Technology Director or senior software leader looking to build and lead a high-performing technology function within an ambitious and growing organisation? Brilliant opportunity on offer to take ownership of technology strategy, product delivery and team development while helping shape the future direction of a business undergoing an exciting period of growth and transformation. This established organisation provides specialist services and technology-led solutions to customers operating across a range of complex environments. Due to continued investment and expansion, they are now looking for a Director of Technology Solutions to develop their technical capability and build a high-performing software engineering team. In this role, you will take responsibility for technology strategy, software delivery and operational performance. You will introduce effective development frameworks and processes while ensuring technology products maintain high standards of security, scalability, reliability and quality. You will also work closely with senior leaders, customers and external stakeholders, helping align technology investment with commercial objectives, customer requirements and the wider growth plans of the business. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced technology leader looking to take ownership of a developing technology function and play a key role in the long-term strategic and commercial direction of an ambitious organisation. THE ROLE: Defining and delivering the technology strategy in line with customer, operational and commercial objectives Building, mentoring and developing high-performing software engineering and development teams Leading software delivery, process improvement and the adoption of modern development practices Overseeing software architecture, cloud infrastructure, databases, DevOps, cybersecurity and CI/CD processes Acting as the senior technology representative with customers, partners and key stakeholders Supporting technology investment, resource planning, budgeting and wider business-growth initiatives Establishing effective governance around quality, compliance, risk management and intellectual property THE PERSON: Previous experience in a Technology Director, Head of Technology, CTO or senior software leadership position At least five years' experience across software development, technology delivery and team leadership Strong understanding of software architecture, cloud platforms, DevOps, cybersecurity and modern engineering practices Experience leading organisational change, process improvement or agile transformation initiatives Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline Strong commercial awareness with experience aligning technology decisions with customer and business requirements Comfortable operating within a growing, evolving or technically complex organisation Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Software Developer (phone number removed), Near Lewes, Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm, Permanent, 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Pension, Parking, Christmas Bonus The Role An opportunity has arisen for a Software Developer to join a growing technology business operating across multiple specialist brands. Working closely with the Director, the Software Developer will take ownership of the development, maintenance and ongoing improvement of websites, CRM platforms and internal software systems. This is a broad role offering genuine variety, combining software development, web technologies, database management and some infrastructure responsibilities within a small and highly collaborative team. Maintaining and developing multiple business websites Developing and enhancing internal CRM systems Maintaining APIs and integration points between systems Supporting and developing desktop applications Working with SQL databases and associated reporting Troubleshooting application and website issues Supporting server and service administration activities Working directly with end users to identify requirements and improvements Testing, deploying and documenting new functionality Contributing to future technical projects and system improvements Requirements The successful Software Developer will have commercial experience within software development and will ideally have exposure to technologies such as C#, .NET, HTML, JavaScript and SQL databases. Experience with APIs, web applications and database-driven systems would be highly desirable. Exposure to IIS, Linux environments or infrastructure support would be advantageous but not essential. You will be a strong problem solver who enjoys working closely with users and stakeholders rather than operating in a purely development-focused environment. This role could suit someone who has worked as a Software Developer, Full Stack Developer or Systems Developer. Company Information You will be joining a well-established technology-focused business that develops and supports a range of bespoke systems and customer-facing platforms. The organisation values responsiveness, innovation and practical problem solving, choosing to retain development expertise in-house to deliver improvements quickly and effectively. Employees enjoy a collaborative working environment with broad responsibilities and genuine opportunities to influence future technology decisions. Package 35,000 - 40,00 salary 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Annual discretionary Christmas bonus On-site parking Monthly team lunches Broad technical exposure Opportunity to influence future systems and technology decisions Long-term career development opportunities Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Agency. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Software Developer (phone number removed), Near Lewes, Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm, Permanent, 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Pension, Parking, Christmas Bonus The Role An opportunity has arisen for a Software Developer to join a growing technology business operating across multiple specialist brands. Working closely with the Director, the Software Developer will take ownership of the development, maintenance and ongoing improvement of websites, CRM platforms and internal software systems. This is a broad role offering genuine variety, combining software development, web technologies, database management and some infrastructure responsibilities within a small and highly collaborative team. Maintaining and developing multiple business websites Developing and enhancing internal CRM systems Maintaining APIs and integration points between systems Supporting and developing desktop applications Working with SQL databases and associated reporting Troubleshooting application and website issues Supporting server and service administration activities Working directly with end users to identify requirements and improvements Testing, deploying and documenting new functionality Contributing to future technical projects and system improvements Requirements The successful Software Developer will have commercial experience within software development and will ideally have exposure to technologies such as C#, .NET, HTML, JavaScript and SQL databases. Experience with APIs, web applications and database-driven systems would be highly desirable. Exposure to IIS, Linux environments or infrastructure support would be advantageous but not essential. You will be a strong problem solver who enjoys working closely with users and stakeholders rather than operating in a purely development-focused environment. This role could suit someone who has worked as a Software Developer, Full Stack Developer or Systems Developer. Company Information You will be joining a well-established technology-focused business that develops and supports a range of bespoke systems and customer-facing platforms. The organisation values responsiveness, innovation and practical problem solving, choosing to retain development expertise in-house to deliver improvements quickly and effectively. Employees enjoy a collaborative working environment with broad responsibilities and genuine opportunities to influence future technology decisions. Package 35,000 - 40,00 salary 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Annual discretionary Christmas bonus On-site parking Monthly team lunches Broad technical exposure Opportunity to influence future systems and technology decisions Long-term career development opportunities Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Agency. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.
Database Administrator (DBA) Reading Hybrid Permanent Help shape the data platform behind a mission-critical technology solution. We're looking for an experienced Database Administrator to take ownership of a complex, high-availability database environment that supports a sophisticated operational software platform. This is an opportunity to join an innovative engineering team where reliability, performance and automation are central to delivering cutting-edge technology. Working closely with software engineers, platform specialists and data teams, you'll ensure the database layer remains secure, resilient and highly optimised while supporting the continued evolution of a growing product. Key Responsibilities Own the design, administration and ongoing optimisation of production MariaDB/MySQL databases. Develop and manage robust database schema migrations with safe deployment, validation and rollback processes. Monitor, analyse and optimise database performance in high-volume, write-intensive environments. Design and maintain backup, recovery and data retention strategies, regularly validating restore processes. Implement and maintain database security, permissions and audit controls. Create automation, monitoring and health-check tooling to improve operational efficiency and scalability. Collaborate with software developers to optimise queries, indexing strategies and data models. Support the wider engineering function by contributing to CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes. Provide guidance on database architecture and best practice across development teams. Key Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience administering production MariaDB or MySQL databases. Excellent understanding of database performance tuning, indexing and query optimisation. Experience designing and executing schema migration strategies. Knowledge of backup, recovery and disaster recovery best practices. Automation experience using SQL alongside Python or Bash scripting. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering and technical teams. Desirable Experience PostgreSQL administration. Containerised environments using Docker. Event-driven architectures or messaging technologies such as RabbitMQ. Experience supporting distributed or multi-site database deployments. Background working within regulated, security-conscious or mission-critical environments. What's on Offer Hybrid working with regular collaboration from the Reading office. The opportunity to work on technically challenging, large-scale software products. A collaborative engineering culture focused on quality, innovation and continuous improvement. Competitive salary and benefits package. Long-term career development within a growing technology business. Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Database Administrator (DBA) Reading Hybrid Permanent Help shape the data platform behind a mission-critical technology solution. We're looking for an experienced Database Administrator to take ownership of a complex, high-availability database environment that supports a sophisticated operational software platform. This is an opportunity to join an innovative engineering team where reliability, performance and automation are central to delivering cutting-edge technology. Working closely with software engineers, platform specialists and data teams, you'll ensure the database layer remains secure, resilient and highly optimised while supporting the continued evolution of a growing product. Key Responsibilities Own the design, administration and ongoing optimisation of production MariaDB/MySQL databases. Develop and manage robust database schema migrations with safe deployment, validation and rollback processes. Monitor, analyse and optimise database performance in high-volume, write-intensive environments. Design and maintain backup, recovery and data retention strategies, regularly validating restore processes. Implement and maintain database security, permissions and audit controls. Create automation, monitoring and health-check tooling to improve operational efficiency and scalability. Collaborate with software developers to optimise queries, indexing strategies and data models. Support the wider engineering function by contributing to CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes. Provide guidance on database architecture and best practice across development teams. Key Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience administering production MariaDB or MySQL databases. Excellent understanding of database performance tuning, indexing and query optimisation. Experience designing and executing schema migration strategies. Knowledge of backup, recovery and disaster recovery best practices. Automation experience using SQL alongside Python or Bash scripting. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering and technical teams. Desirable Experience PostgreSQL administration. Containerised environments using Docker. Event-driven architectures or messaging technologies such as RabbitMQ. Experience supporting distributed or multi-site database deployments. Background working within regulated, security-conscious or mission-critical environments. What's on Offer Hybrid working with regular collaboration from the Reading office. The opportunity to work on technically challenging, large-scale software products. A collaborative engineering culture focused on quality, innovation and continuous improvement. Competitive salary and benefits package. Long-term career development within a growing technology business. Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.
Mechanical Project Engineer Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Benefits Location: North West The Opportunity An established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a degree-qualified engineer who enjoys both technical design and project delivery. The role offers exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through to manufacture, testing, installation and customer handover. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, production, quality and commercial functions while developing your project management skills. This position would suit an ambitious Mechanical Engineer looking to progress into a project-focused engineering career. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Support engineering projects from initial handover through to completion. Coordinate activities across design, manufacturing, purchasing and quality teams. Monitor project schedules, milestones and deliverables. Assist with project planning, progress reporting and customer updates. Identify and communicate project risks, delays or technical issues. Maintain project documentation and records throughout the project lifecycle. Attend internal and customer meetings and follow up on agreed actions. Support cost, quality and delivery objectives across multiple projects. Mechanical Design Produce and modify 2D and 3D CAD drawings and engineering documentation. Develop practical engineering solutions to meet customer and business requirements. Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs). Support design reviews, testing activities and problem-solving exercises. Liaise with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective. Assist with continuous improvement and product development activities. Ensure engineering documentation is accurate and controlled. About YouEssential Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred). Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Strong organisational and planning skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and solutions-focused approach to engineering challenges. Desirable Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment. Understanding of design for manufacture principles. Experience creating Bills of Materials (BOMs). Knowledge of project management principles. Experience using ERP systems or project planning software. Full UK driving licence. What You'll Gain Exposure to a wide variety of engineering projects. Career development towards Project Engineering and Project Management. Opportunity to work across design, manufacturing and customer-facing activities. Supportive engineering team with ongoing training and development. Long-term career progression within a growing engineering business. This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer looking to develop both their technical design capability and project management experience within a modern engineering and manufacturing environment. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Project Engineer Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Benefits Location: North West The Opportunity An established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a degree-qualified engineer who enjoys both technical design and project delivery. The role offers exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through to manufacture, testing, installation and customer handover. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, production, quality and commercial functions while developing your project management skills. This position would suit an ambitious Mechanical Engineer looking to progress into a project-focused engineering career. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Support engineering projects from initial handover through to completion. Coordinate activities across design, manufacturing, purchasing and quality teams. Monitor project schedules, milestones and deliverables. Assist with project planning, progress reporting and customer updates. Identify and communicate project risks, delays or technical issues. Maintain project documentation and records throughout the project lifecycle. Attend internal and customer meetings and follow up on agreed actions. Support cost, quality and delivery objectives across multiple projects. Mechanical Design Produce and modify 2D and 3D CAD drawings and engineering documentation. Develop practical engineering solutions to meet customer and business requirements. Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs). Support design reviews, testing activities and problem-solving exercises. Liaise with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective. Assist with continuous improvement and product development activities. Ensure engineering documentation is accurate and controlled. About YouEssential Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred). Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Strong organisational and planning skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and solutions-focused approach to engineering challenges. Desirable Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment. Understanding of design for manufacture principles. Experience creating Bills of Materials (BOMs). Knowledge of project management principles. Experience using ERP systems or project planning software. Full UK driving licence. What You'll Gain Exposure to a wide variety of engineering projects. Career development towards Project Engineering and Project Management. Opportunity to work across design, manufacturing and customer-facing activities. Supportive engineering team with ongoing training and development. Long-term career progression within a growing engineering business. This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer looking to develop both their technical design capability and project management experience within a modern engineering and manufacturing environment. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Advancing People Recruitment Specialists are now recruiting for a Sales Director (SaaS/ERP) for a worldwide, market leading Technology Company who have an office in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. We are partnering with a well-established, international software provider that delivers mission-critical business management solutions to equipment rental, plant hire, construction, and asset-intensive organisations worldwide. With a strong reputation in the market, an established customer base, and ambitious growth plans, the business is seeking an experienced Sales Director to lead and develop its commercial strategy, drive revenue growth, and build upon its position as a market leader. This is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the future direction of the sales function while working closely with senior leadership across the organisation. The successful candidate will most likely come from rental software, construction software, ERP, field service management, or an industrial SaaS background. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver the new business and account management revenue targets across the mid-market and enterprise segments. Lead, build and develop a small sales team covering both new business and existing account growth. Define and execute the sales strategy and go-to-market plan Build and maintain an accurate, healthy pipeline and forecast, giving senior leadership reliable visibility of performance. Set individual and team targets, territories and KPIs, and manage performance against them. Coach the team through qualification, negotiation and closing, while personally leading the most strategic and complex opportunities. Recruit, onboard, lead and retain a motivated, high-performing sales team. Drive predictable, profitable revenue growth and accurate forecasting. Own commercial governance, including pricing, deal structuring, contract negotiation and margin protection. Person Specification: Demonstrable track record as a Sales Director or sales leader in a SaaS or software business , consistently delivering against revenue targets. Experience leading both new business and account management teams. Proven success driving mid-market and enterprise revenue growth. Experience managing complex B2B sales processes and enterprise-level opportunities Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities Previously worked within ERP, rental software, construction technology, field service management, asset management, or related sectors would be highly advantageous This is a full-time permanent position offering an attractive annual salary of £100k Basic with £200k OTE & £6,300 Car Allowance Willingness and ability to travel, with access to the Nottingham office and client sites when required Advancing People - Recruitment Sales Specialists Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Advancing People Recruitment Specialists are now recruiting for a Sales Director (SaaS/ERP) for a worldwide, market leading Technology Company who have an office in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. We are partnering with a well-established, international software provider that delivers mission-critical business management solutions to equipment rental, plant hire, construction, and asset-intensive organisations worldwide. With a strong reputation in the market, an established customer base, and ambitious growth plans, the business is seeking an experienced Sales Director to lead and develop its commercial strategy, drive revenue growth, and build upon its position as a market leader. This is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the future direction of the sales function while working closely with senior leadership across the organisation. The successful candidate will most likely come from rental software, construction software, ERP, field service management, or an industrial SaaS background. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver the new business and account management revenue targets across the mid-market and enterprise segments. Lead, build and develop a small sales team covering both new business and existing account growth. Define and execute the sales strategy and go-to-market plan Build and maintain an accurate, healthy pipeline and forecast, giving senior leadership reliable visibility of performance. Set individual and team targets, territories and KPIs, and manage performance against them. Coach the team through qualification, negotiation and closing, while personally leading the most strategic and complex opportunities. Recruit, onboard, lead and retain a motivated, high-performing sales team. Drive predictable, profitable revenue growth and accurate forecasting. Own commercial governance, including pricing, deal structuring, contract negotiation and margin protection. Person Specification: Demonstrable track record as a Sales Director or sales leader in a SaaS or software business , consistently delivering against revenue targets. Experience leading both new business and account management teams. Proven success driving mid-market and enterprise revenue growth. Experience managing complex B2B sales processes and enterprise-level opportunities Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities Previously worked within ERP, rental software, construction technology, field service management, asset management, or related sectors would be highly advantageous This is a full-time permanent position offering an attractive annual salary of £100k Basic with £200k OTE & £6,300 Car Allowance Willingness and ability to travel, with access to the Nottingham office and client sites when required Advancing People - Recruitment Sales Specialists Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency.
We re currently partnering with an innovative and fast-growing AI start-up based in London that is looking to hire a Graduate AI Engineer to join their expanding technical team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or junior engineer to join a fast growing AI start up, working on cutting edge AI products with real commercial impact. You ll work closely with experienced engineers, founders, and product teams in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions will genuinely make a difference. The Role As a Graduate AI Engineer, you ll support the development and deployment of AI and machine learning solutions across a range of innovative projects. The successful candidate will be passionate about emerging technologies, eager to learn, and excited by the opportunity to grow within a scaling start up environment. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the development and optimisation of AI and machine learning models Working with large datasets for analysis, preprocessing, and model training Assisting with the deployment and monitoring of AI applications Collaborating with software engineers, product teams, and data specialists Contributing to backend development and API integrations Researching and testing new AI frameworks and technologies Ensuring AI systems are developed responsibly, ethically, and with a strong focus on transparency and fairness Writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code Requirements Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field Strong understanding of machine learning concepts and AI fundamentals Understanding of software engineering best practices Strong understanding of AI ethics, responsible AI development, and principled approaches to building trustworthy AI systems Awareness of topics such as bias mitigation, model transparency, privacy, and fairness in AI applications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Genuine passion for AI and emerging technologies Desirable Skills Exposure to Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, or computer vision projects Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP Familiarity with Docker, APIs, or Git workflowsFamiliarity with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn Internship, university project, or personal portfolio related to AI/ML What s on Offer Competitive graduate salary package Company stock options / equity scheme Hybrid and flexible working environment Direct mentorship from experienced AI engineers and founders Structured learning and rapid career progression opportunities The chance to work on cutting-edge AI technologies in a fast-moving start-up Collaborative, ambitious, and highly innovative culture Private healthcare and additional employee benefits Regular team socials and company events If you re looking to launch your career in AI engineering and want to be part of a rapidly growing start up environment, we d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
We re currently partnering with an innovative and fast-growing AI start-up based in London that is looking to hire a Graduate AI Engineer to join their expanding technical team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or junior engineer to join a fast growing AI start up, working on cutting edge AI products with real commercial impact. You ll work closely with experienced engineers, founders, and product teams in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions will genuinely make a difference. The Role As a Graduate AI Engineer, you ll support the development and deployment of AI and machine learning solutions across a range of innovative projects. The successful candidate will be passionate about emerging technologies, eager to learn, and excited by the opportunity to grow within a scaling start up environment. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the development and optimisation of AI and machine learning models Working with large datasets for analysis, preprocessing, and model training Assisting with the deployment and monitoring of AI applications Collaborating with software engineers, product teams, and data specialists Contributing to backend development and API integrations Researching and testing new AI frameworks and technologies Ensuring AI systems are developed responsibly, ethically, and with a strong focus on transparency and fairness Writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code Requirements Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field Strong understanding of machine learning concepts and AI fundamentals Understanding of software engineering best practices Strong understanding of AI ethics, responsible AI development, and principled approaches to building trustworthy AI systems Awareness of topics such as bias mitigation, model transparency, privacy, and fairness in AI applications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Genuine passion for AI and emerging technologies Desirable Skills Exposure to Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, or computer vision projects Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP Familiarity with Docker, APIs, or Git workflowsFamiliarity with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn Internship, university project, or personal portfolio related to AI/ML What s on Offer Competitive graduate salary package Company stock options / equity scheme Hybrid and flexible working environment Direct mentorship from experienced AI engineers and founders Structured learning and rapid career progression opportunities The chance to work on cutting-edge AI technologies in a fast-moving start-up Collaborative, ambitious, and highly innovative culture Private healthcare and additional employee benefits Regular team socials and company events If you re looking to launch your career in AI engineering and want to be part of a rapidly growing start up environment, we d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration.
Development Manager - Digital Platform & API Location: Epsom, Surrey (Hybrid - 2 days office / 3 days work from home) Position Overview Are you an agile digital delivery specialist looking to shape the future of platform services across a progressive business? We are seeking a Development Manager - Digital Platform & API to drive the modernization of our core technology layer. In this high-impact position, you will act as the Product Owner for both our digital applications and integration capabilities, ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and built to support ongoing digital transformation. This is a modern, forward-thinking IT role designed for someone who excels at managing third-party development relationships. Because software build is outsourced, your primary focus will be guiding vendor delivery and solution architects-balancing high-value transformation projects with continuous operational BAU demands. Key Responsibilities Product Ownership & Strategy: Lead the roadmap, product backlog, and feature prioritization for our API integration layer and a suite of around 20 application platforms, including flagship digital finance tools. Outsourced Delivery & Vendor Management: Direct external software providers and internal Solution Architects to convert business requirements into robust, high-performing platform capabilities. Agile Leadership: Champion agile ways of working, facilitating core ceremonies to navigate the daily challenge of balancing ongoing BAU improvements against long-term strategic projects. Business-Wide Alignment: Engage with stakeholders across the organization-from marketing and operations to executive management-to ensure platforms meet wider commercial goals. Governance & Standards: Collaborate with information security, compliance, and architectural advisory boards to ensure applications adhere to ISO27001, GDPR, and enterprise risk standards. Future Leadership & Growth: Oversee team performance with potential future scope to expand line management or matrix leadership structures as the platform footprint grows. What We Are Looking For Agile Delivery Expertise: Proven track record applying Agile frameworks to manage digital product backlogs and platform lifecycles. Vendor & Partner Collaboration: Experience managing external software vendors and technical architects rather than leading hands-on internal software development. Versatile Industry Background: Open to candidates from various backgrounds-whether you are working in-house, managing products within a software vendor, or looking to step up from an emerging FinTech. Integration Understanding: Good foundational knowledge of modern integration concepts, API design (REST/SOAP), and enterprise application landscapes. Stakeholder & Operational Focus: Strong communication skills with a proven ability to manage competing demands between active project rollouts and live operational systems. Desirable: Certifications in Agile or Product Ownership (e.g., PSPO, CSPO, SAFe) are an advantage.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Development Manager - Digital Platform & API Location: Epsom, Surrey (Hybrid - 2 days office / 3 days work from home) Position Overview Are you an agile digital delivery specialist looking to shape the future of platform services across a progressive business? We are seeking a Development Manager - Digital Platform & API to drive the modernization of our core technology layer. In this high-impact position, you will act as the Product Owner for both our digital applications and integration capabilities, ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and built to support ongoing digital transformation. This is a modern, forward-thinking IT role designed for someone who excels at managing third-party development relationships. Because software build is outsourced, your primary focus will be guiding vendor delivery and solution architects-balancing high-value transformation projects with continuous operational BAU demands. Key Responsibilities Product Ownership & Strategy: Lead the roadmap, product backlog, and feature prioritization for our API integration layer and a suite of around 20 application platforms, including flagship digital finance tools. Outsourced Delivery & Vendor Management: Direct external software providers and internal Solution Architects to convert business requirements into robust, high-performing platform capabilities. Agile Leadership: Champion agile ways of working, facilitating core ceremonies to navigate the daily challenge of balancing ongoing BAU improvements against long-term strategic projects. Business-Wide Alignment: Engage with stakeholders across the organization-from marketing and operations to executive management-to ensure platforms meet wider commercial goals. Governance & Standards: Collaborate with information security, compliance, and architectural advisory boards to ensure applications adhere to ISO27001, GDPR, and enterprise risk standards. Future Leadership & Growth: Oversee team performance with potential future scope to expand line management or matrix leadership structures as the platform footprint grows. What We Are Looking For Agile Delivery Expertise: Proven track record applying Agile frameworks to manage digital product backlogs and platform lifecycles. Vendor & Partner Collaboration: Experience managing external software vendors and technical architects rather than leading hands-on internal software development. Versatile Industry Background: Open to candidates from various backgrounds-whether you are working in-house, managing products within a software vendor, or looking to step up from an emerging FinTech. Integration Understanding: Good foundational knowledge of modern integration concepts, API design (REST/SOAP), and enterprise application landscapes. Stakeholder & Operational Focus: Strong communication skills with a proven ability to manage competing demands between active project rollouts and live operational systems. Desirable: Certifications in Agile or Product Ownership (e.g., PSPO, CSPO, SAFe) are an advantage.
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Farsley, Yorkshire
Our client is a well-established and successful business specialising in flexible packaging solutions, supplying polypropylene, laminates and specialist films to customers across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, technical expertise and customer service, the business has built long-standing customer relationships and continues to grow. Due to the planned retirement of the current Financial Director in January 2027, they are now seeking an experienced finance professional to join the business, with the potential to progress into the Director position within 12 months, subject to performance. Role Overview- Financial Controller Managing and overseeing the finance team, including two Financial Controllers, two Sales Ledger and two Purchase Ledger staff. Preparing monthly and annual management accounts and annual budgets. Managing VAT returns and financial compliance. Managing customer and supplier terms and conditions. Managing FX purchases and payments, with overseas suppliers paid in Euros and US Dollars. Maintaining strong customer and supplier relationships, including face-to-face client meetings and occasional buyer visits. Overseeing stock levels and supporting wider financial and commercial decision-making. Working towards taking increased responsibility for the business, with potential progression into a Director position within 12 months. Role Requirements - Financial Controller Previous experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar senior finance position. Experience managing and overseeing a finance team. Strong knowledge of management accounts, budgeting, VAT and financial reporting. Experience with foreign currency transactions and payments is advantageous. Experience using Sage accounting software. Knowledge of Radius EFI or a similar ERP system is advantageous. Commercially aware with strong communication and relationship-building skills. Confident dealing with customers, suppliers and clients face-to-face. Strong IT skills and a proactive, hands-on approach. Ideally located within a 30-minute commute of the factory. Salary & Benefits - Financial Controller Salary: 60,000. Year-end company and individual performance bonus. 50 cash birthday incentive. Working hours: 8:30am-5:00pm or 9:00am-5:30pm. 23 days' holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, rising to 25 days after 5 years. On-site parking. Predominantly office-based, with potential flexibility to work from home. Potential progression into a Director position within 12 months, subject to performance. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well-established and successful business specialising in flexible packaging solutions, supplying polypropylene, laminates and specialist films to customers across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, technical expertise and customer service, the business has built long-standing customer relationships and continues to grow. Due to the planned retirement of the current Financial Director in January 2027, they are now seeking an experienced finance professional to join the business, with the potential to progress into the Director position within 12 months, subject to performance. Role Overview- Financial Controller Managing and overseeing the finance team, including two Financial Controllers, two Sales Ledger and two Purchase Ledger staff. Preparing monthly and annual management accounts and annual budgets. Managing VAT returns and financial compliance. Managing customer and supplier terms and conditions. Managing FX purchases and payments, with overseas suppliers paid in Euros and US Dollars. Maintaining strong customer and supplier relationships, including face-to-face client meetings and occasional buyer visits. Overseeing stock levels and supporting wider financial and commercial decision-making. Working towards taking increased responsibility for the business, with potential progression into a Director position within 12 months. Role Requirements - Financial Controller Previous experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar senior finance position. Experience managing and overseeing a finance team. Strong knowledge of management accounts, budgeting, VAT and financial reporting. Experience with foreign currency transactions and payments is advantageous. Experience using Sage accounting software. Knowledge of Radius EFI or a similar ERP system is advantageous. Commercially aware with strong communication and relationship-building skills. Confident dealing with customers, suppliers and clients face-to-face. Strong IT skills and a proactive, hands-on approach. Ideally located within a 30-minute commute of the factory. Salary & Benefits - Financial Controller Salary: 60,000. Year-end company and individual performance bonus. 50 cash birthday incentive. Working hours: 8:30am-5:00pm or 9:00am-5:30pm. 23 days' holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, rising to 25 days after 5 years. On-site parking. Predominantly office-based, with potential flexibility to work from home. Potential progression into a Director position within 12 months, subject to performance. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Python Developer Birmingham - Office Based 45,000 - 50,000 + Annual Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Pension + Additional Benefits Excellent opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer or Senior Technology Specialist to join a well-established manufacturing business in a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of business-critical applications, data platforms and systems integration whilst helping drive automation and AI initiatives across the organisation. The business is continuing to invest heavily in its internal technology capability, with a focus on modernising systems, improving data platforms and reducing manual processes through automation. This is a varied role where you'll work across software development, cloud technologies, data engineering and integrations, supporting existing platforms whilst delivering new technical solutions that have a real impact on the wider business. In this role you'll develop and improve internal applications, APIs and data pipelines, troubleshoot production issues and enhance the reliability of business-critical systems. You'll also work closely with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements, delivering scalable technical solutions across web platforms, ERP integrations and cloud infrastructure whilst contributing to engineering standards and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where you'll remain hands-on with modern technologies whilst playing a key role in shaping the future of its internal systems, automation capabilities and AI-enabled workflows. The Role: Develop, improve and support internal applications, APIs and business-critical systems Build and enhance data pipelines, cloud platforms and systems integrations Troubleshoot production issues and improve the reliability and performance of existing solutions Deliver automation and AI-driven improvements to streamline business processes Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions The Person: Commercial experience developing software using Python and SQL Experience with APIs, systems integration and cloud technologies Knowledge of modern web technologies
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Python Developer Birmingham - Office Based 45,000 - 50,000 + Annual Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Pension + Additional Benefits Excellent opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer or Senior Technology Specialist to join a well-established manufacturing business in a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of business-critical applications, data platforms and systems integration whilst helping drive automation and AI initiatives across the organisation. The business is continuing to invest heavily in its internal technology capability, with a focus on modernising systems, improving data platforms and reducing manual processes through automation. This is a varied role where you'll work across software development, cloud technologies, data engineering and integrations, supporting existing platforms whilst delivering new technical solutions that have a real impact on the wider business. In this role you'll develop and improve internal applications, APIs and data pipelines, troubleshoot production issues and enhance the reliability of business-critical systems. You'll also work closely with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements, delivering scalable technical solutions across web platforms, ERP integrations and cloud infrastructure whilst contributing to engineering standards and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where you'll remain hands-on with modern technologies whilst playing a key role in shaping the future of its internal systems, automation capabilities and AI-enabled workflows. The Role: Develop, improve and support internal applications, APIs and business-critical systems Build and enhance data pipelines, cloud platforms and systems integrations Troubleshoot production issues and improve the reliability and performance of existing solutions Deliver automation and AI-driven improvements to streamline business processes Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions The Person: Commercial experience developing software using Python and SQL Experience with APIs, systems integration and cloud technologies Knowledge of modern web technologies
Job Profile for Accounts Senior Package : Competitive Salary + Excellent Long-Term Earning Potential Working Hours : Full-time (37 hours per week, with flexibility around start and finish times) Location : Leeds area (Office-based - Options for Hybrid) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Senior to join a highly reputable and progressive accountancy practice based in Leeds.The firm is looking to recruit a dedicated professional with strong practice experience to support the delivery of high-quality accounts and taxation services across a varied and diverse client base. This progressive role is ideal for an experienced candidate looking to develop their career within a supportive environment, with the opportunity to build their knowledge, skills and client exposure and progress towards Director level. Accounts Senior Job Responsibilities Prepare and produce statutory accounts and tax computations from client records for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships and LLPs. Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and within required deadlines, including Making Tax Digital requirements. Prepare management accounts for a varied client portfolio. File and submit prepared company accounts to Companies House. Liaise with HMRC regarding corporate tax and other client tax affairs. Act as a key point of contact for clients, developing and maintaining strong professional relationships by telephone, email and face-to-face. Meet with new clients, assist with the client engagement process and obtain appropriate HMRC authorisations. Support the wider team to ensure accounts and tax assignments are completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines. Review work completed by junior colleagues and provide constructive, developmental feedback. Assist with the training and development of junior members of the team. Maintain clear, professional communication across all client and internal interactions. Accounts Senior Requirements Ideally ACA / ACCA qualified, although candidates who are qualified by experience will also be considered. Extensive practical accounting experience gained within a professional accountancy practice. Strong experience in accounts preparation and a good understanding of accounting and disclosure requirements. Experience managing a portfolio of clients and developing strong client relationships. Good technical understanding of accounts and taxation, with the ability to apply knowledge effectively to client situations. Audit experience is desirable but not essential. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels. Highly organised with excellent time management skills and strong attention to detail. Proven ability to self-manage workloads, multitask and work successfully to deadlines. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong commercial awareness. Ability to support, review and develop the work of junior team members. Highly computer literate, including Microsoft Office and relevant accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and Digita. A proactive approach to developing technical knowledge and improving efficiency through the use of technology. Full UK driving licence desirable but not essential. Accounts Senior Salary & Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience, with an anticipated range of approximately £35,000-£45,000. Excellent long-term earning potential with clear opportunities for career progression. 23 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 additional pre-determined day at Christmas. Enhanced company sick pay following successful completion of the probationary period. Private pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%. Professional fees reimbursed. Opportunities for continued professional development and training. Flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to accommodate earlier or later start and finish times where helpful. Opportunity to work with a large and diverse client base across a wide range of privately owned businesses. Long-term opportunity to develop within the practice, with progression potential up to Director level. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Job Profile for Accounts Senior Package : Competitive Salary + Excellent Long-Term Earning Potential Working Hours : Full-time (37 hours per week, with flexibility around start and finish times) Location : Leeds area (Office-based - Options for Hybrid) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Senior to join a highly reputable and progressive accountancy practice based in Leeds.The firm is looking to recruit a dedicated professional with strong practice experience to support the delivery of high-quality accounts and taxation services across a varied and diverse client base. This progressive role is ideal for an experienced candidate looking to develop their career within a supportive environment, with the opportunity to build their knowledge, skills and client exposure and progress towards Director level. Accounts Senior Job Responsibilities Prepare and produce statutory accounts and tax computations from client records for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships and LLPs. Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and within required deadlines, including Making Tax Digital requirements. Prepare management accounts for a varied client portfolio. File and submit prepared company accounts to Companies House. Liaise with HMRC regarding corporate tax and other client tax affairs. Act as a key point of contact for clients, developing and maintaining strong professional relationships by telephone, email and face-to-face. Meet with new clients, assist with the client engagement process and obtain appropriate HMRC authorisations. Support the wider team to ensure accounts and tax assignments are completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines. Review work completed by junior colleagues and provide constructive, developmental feedback. Assist with the training and development of junior members of the team. Maintain clear, professional communication across all client and internal interactions. Accounts Senior Requirements Ideally ACA / ACCA qualified, although candidates who are qualified by experience will also be considered. Extensive practical accounting experience gained within a professional accountancy practice. Strong experience in accounts preparation and a good understanding of accounting and disclosure requirements. Experience managing a portfolio of clients and developing strong client relationships. Good technical understanding of accounts and taxation, with the ability to apply knowledge effectively to client situations. Audit experience is desirable but not essential. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels. Highly organised with excellent time management skills and strong attention to detail. Proven ability to self-manage workloads, multitask and work successfully to deadlines. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong commercial awareness. Ability to support, review and develop the work of junior team members. Highly computer literate, including Microsoft Office and relevant accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and Digita. A proactive approach to developing technical knowledge and improving efficiency through the use of technology. Full UK driving licence desirable but not essential. Accounts Senior Salary & Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience, with an anticipated range of approximately £35,000-£45,000. Excellent long-term earning potential with clear opportunities for career progression. 23 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 additional pre-determined day at Christmas. Enhanced company sick pay following successful completion of the probationary period. Private pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%. Professional fees reimbursed. Opportunities for continued professional development and training. Flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to accommodate earlier or later start and finish times where helpful. Opportunity to work with a large and diverse client base across a wide range of privately owned businesses. Long-term opportunity to develop within the practice, with progression potential up to Director level. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
The OpportunityDue to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially aware estimator with a strong background in mechanical building services and MEP projects.You will play a key role in preparing, managing, and submitting competitive tenders for a variety of mechanical and MEP projects, whilst identifying value engineering opportunities and mitigating commercial risk.Key Responsibilities Review and analyse technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation. Prepare detailed and accurate cost plans and tender submissions. Quantify labour, materials, plant, specialist equipment, and subcontract packages. Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations. Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender documents. Develop value engineering solutions to improve project viability and competitiveness. Liaise with internal teams, clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the tender process. Support project handovers to operational teams following successful tender awards. Essential Requirements Minimum 5-7 years' experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the construction, engineering, or MEP contractor sector. Strong understanding of mechanical building services, plant equipment, and construction methods. Proven experience preparing detailed tender submissions for mechanical projects. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software packages. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
The OpportunityDue to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially aware estimator with a strong background in mechanical building services and MEP projects.You will play a key role in preparing, managing, and submitting competitive tenders for a variety of mechanical and MEP projects, whilst identifying value engineering opportunities and mitigating commercial risk.Key Responsibilities Review and analyse technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation. Prepare detailed and accurate cost plans and tender submissions. Quantify labour, materials, plant, specialist equipment, and subcontract packages. Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations. Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender documents. Develop value engineering solutions to improve project viability and competitiveness. Liaise with internal teams, clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the tender process. Support project handovers to operational teams following successful tender awards. Essential Requirements Minimum 5-7 years' experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the construction, engineering, or MEP contractor sector. Strong understanding of mechanical building services, plant equipment, and construction methods. Proven experience preparing detailed tender submissions for mechanical projects. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software packages. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
We're looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to lead the delivery of facilities services across multiple operational sites - This is a key management position responsible for ensuring buildings, plant, and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards while driving compliance, operational efficiency and continuous improvement. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors, you'll oversee maintenance programmes, manage budgets, ensure statutory compliance, and support the ongoing development of the facilities function. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day management of facilities operations across several locations. Develop and deliver facilities strategies that support wider business objectives. Monitor performance against KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve service delivery and efficiency. Take ownership of facilities budgets, ensuring effective cost control and value for money. Manage supplier and contractor relationships, ensuring high standards of workmanship and service. Ensure all sites remain fully compliant with relevant legislation, health & safety requirements and statutory inspections. Plan and coordinate planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes for plant and building services. Respond to equipment failures and work closely with operational teams to minimise downtime. Oversee specialist mechanical and electrical contractors carrying out maintenance and project work. Support the delivery of infrastructure improvement projects, including EV charging installations. Provide guidance and support to Facilities Coordinators while ensuring business continuity across all sites. About You You'll have a solid background in facilities management within a multi-site, manufacturing, engineering or commercial environment and be comfortable managing both strategic projects and day-to-day operations. You'll also have: Experience managing hard services, planned maintenance and asset management programmes. A strong understanding of statutory compliance, contractor management and health & safety legislation. Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Experience using CAFM or other facilities management software. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services, including HV/LV infrastructure and maintenance requirements. The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high operational standards. Qualifications HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Surveying or a related discipline. Health & Safety qualification such as NEBOSH, IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS or equivalent. Membership of a professional body such as IWFM, CIBSE or RICS would be advantageous but is not essential. If you're a motivated Facilities professional looking to join a business where you can make a real impact across multiple sites, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to lead the delivery of facilities services across multiple operational sites - This is a key management position responsible for ensuring buildings, plant, and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards while driving compliance, operational efficiency and continuous improvement. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors, you'll oversee maintenance programmes, manage budgets, ensure statutory compliance, and support the ongoing development of the facilities function. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day management of facilities operations across several locations. Develop and deliver facilities strategies that support wider business objectives. Monitor performance against KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve service delivery and efficiency. Take ownership of facilities budgets, ensuring effective cost control and value for money. Manage supplier and contractor relationships, ensuring high standards of workmanship and service. Ensure all sites remain fully compliant with relevant legislation, health & safety requirements and statutory inspections. Plan and coordinate planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes for plant and building services. Respond to equipment failures and work closely with operational teams to minimise downtime. Oversee specialist mechanical and electrical contractors carrying out maintenance and project work. Support the delivery of infrastructure improvement projects, including EV charging installations. Provide guidance and support to Facilities Coordinators while ensuring business continuity across all sites. About You You'll have a solid background in facilities management within a multi-site, manufacturing, engineering or commercial environment and be comfortable managing both strategic projects and day-to-day operations. You'll also have: Experience managing hard services, planned maintenance and asset management programmes. A strong understanding of statutory compliance, contractor management and health & safety legislation. Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Experience using CAFM or other facilities management software. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services, including HV/LV infrastructure and maintenance requirements. The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high operational standards. Qualifications HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Surveying or a related discipline. Health & Safety qualification such as NEBOSH, IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS or equivalent. Membership of a professional body such as IWFM, CIBSE or RICS would be advantageous but is not essential. If you're a motivated Facilities professional looking to join a business where you can make a real impact across multiple sites, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Title: Senior Town Planner Principal Town Planner Location Nottingham About the Role You will join a multidisciplinary team of planners and urban designers working across a broad range of sectors, including residential, mixed-use, regeneration and wider commercial development. The role combines project leadership, client engagement and strategic planning advice, with the opportunity to influence high-profile and complex schemes. You will be based within a collaborative and creative office environment, with opportunities to work alongside teams in multiple regional locations. The organisation promotes flexible working and values both technical excellence and innovative thinking. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to completion Ensure high-quality delivery of planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation Coordinate inputs from internal teams including urban design and visualisation specialists Client Management Develop and maintain strong, trusted client relationships Provide clear, commercially focused advice and strategic direction Represent the organisation at client meetings, consultations and stakeholder events Strategic Planning & Delivery Provide robust planning advice across a variety of development sectors Contribute to the preparation of planning strategies and development frameworks Identify risks, opportunities and innovative planning solutions Team Development & Mentoring Encourage a collaborative, proactive and high-performance culture Business Development Contribute to business growth through identifying new opportunities Requirements Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (essential) Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or working towards, for Senior level roles) Minimum 5+ years' experience in a UK planning consultancy environment (Principal level) Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process Proven experience managing planning projects independently Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong commercial awareness and client-facing experience Ability to work across multiple sectors, including residential and mixed-use development Experience using planning-related software is advantageous What's on Offer Opportunity to work on diverse, high-quality and complex projects Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment Clear career progression and professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance Exposure to major projects across multiple UK regions A creative culture that values innovation, initiative and fresh thinking Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Town Planner Principal Town Planner Location Nottingham About the Role You will join a multidisciplinary team of planners and urban designers working across a broad range of sectors, including residential, mixed-use, regeneration and wider commercial development. The role combines project leadership, client engagement and strategic planning advice, with the opportunity to influence high-profile and complex schemes. You will be based within a collaborative and creative office environment, with opportunities to work alongside teams in multiple regional locations. The organisation promotes flexible working and values both technical excellence and innovative thinking. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to completion Ensure high-quality delivery of planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation Coordinate inputs from internal teams including urban design and visualisation specialists Client Management Develop and maintain strong, trusted client relationships Provide clear, commercially focused advice and strategic direction Represent the organisation at client meetings, consultations and stakeholder events Strategic Planning & Delivery Provide robust planning advice across a variety of development sectors Contribute to the preparation of planning strategies and development frameworks Identify risks, opportunities and innovative planning solutions Team Development & Mentoring Encourage a collaborative, proactive and high-performance culture Business Development Contribute to business growth through identifying new opportunities Requirements Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (essential) Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or working towards, for Senior level roles) Minimum 5+ years' experience in a UK planning consultancy environment (Principal level) Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process Proven experience managing planning projects independently Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong commercial awareness and client-facing experience Ability to work across multiple sectors, including residential and mixed-use development Experience using planning-related software is advantageous What's on Offer Opportunity to work on diverse, high-quality and complex projects Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment Clear career progression and professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance Exposure to major projects across multiple UK regions A creative culture that values innovation, initiative and fresh thinking Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant On-site Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant - Sheffield Role: Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant Location: Sheffield Package: 28k to 30k Hours / pattern: On site Consultant: Connie All applications are handled in confidence by Shillito Group. Overview Shillito Group is seeking an organised Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant to join its Sheffield team on site. The role combines customer credit control with day-to-day accounts assistance, supporting invoicing, payment allocation and month-end tasks. You will work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate accounts, reduce overdue debt and ensure timely reconciliation. Key responsibilities Manage customer accounts and proactively chase overdue invoices to reduce days sales outstanding. Prepare and issue invoices, credit notes and customer statements accurately and promptly. Allocate customer receipts and reconcile bank transactions and ledgers. Support month-end close with account reconciliations and assisting with journal entries. Maintain accurate credit records, assess customer credit risk and raise queries where needed. What we are looking for Previous experience in credit control and general accounts administration. Excellent numeracy, attention to detail and organisational skills. Confident use of accounting software and spreadsheets. Strong communication and negotiation skills with customers and internal teams. AAT or equivalent accounting qualification desirable or working towards one. Package and benefits 28k to 30k Next step Submit CV to the Shillito Group consultant for initial review. Telephone screening with the recruiter to discuss suitability and availability. Interview. Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant On-site Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant - Sheffield Role: Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant Location: Sheffield Package: 28k to 30k Hours / pattern: On site Consultant: Connie All applications are handled in confidence by Shillito Group. Overview Shillito Group is seeking an organised Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant to join its Sheffield team on site. The role combines customer credit control with day-to-day accounts assistance, supporting invoicing, payment allocation and month-end tasks. You will work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate accounts, reduce overdue debt and ensure timely reconciliation. Key responsibilities Manage customer accounts and proactively chase overdue invoices to reduce days sales outstanding. Prepare and issue invoices, credit notes and customer statements accurately and promptly. Allocate customer receipts and reconcile bank transactions and ledgers. Support month-end close with account reconciliations and assisting with journal entries. Maintain accurate credit records, assess customer credit risk and raise queries where needed. What we are looking for Previous experience in credit control and general accounts administration. Excellent numeracy, attention to detail and organisational skills. Confident use of accounting software and spreadsheets. Strong communication and negotiation skills with customers and internal teams. AAT or equivalent accounting qualification desirable or working towards one. Package and benefits 28k to 30k Next step Submit CV to the Shillito Group consultant for initial review. Telephone screening with the recruiter to discuss suitability and availability. Interview. Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer Location: Witney, Oxfordshire Salary: Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits The Company An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join the Witney office of a well-established, privately owned multidisciplinary consultancy delivering integrated engineering, property and construction consultancy services throughout the UK. With a history spanning several decades, the business has built an excellent reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable and technically robust design solutions across a wide variety of sectors. Bringing together expertise across Building Services Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying and specialist consultancy disciplines, they provide clients with a fully coordinated approach from initial feasibility and planning through to detailed design, construction and project completion. Their diverse portfolio includes commercial offices, education facilities, defence projects, healthcare buildings, residential developments, industrial schemes, public sector buildings and mixed-use developments. Projects range from complex refurbishments and extensions through to large-scale new build developments, with sustainability and low-carbon design forming a key part of every project. The Building Services team continues to expand due to a healthy pipeline of repeat business and new project wins, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical building services designs while mentoring junior engineers and supporting the continued growth of the team. The consultancy offers a collaborative working environment, flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities to progress into Principal and Associate level positions. The Role As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will lead the delivery of electrical building services projects from initial concept through to completion, working closely with clients, architects, contractors and internal multidisciplinary teams. You will be responsible for producing high-quality electrical designs, managing projects, attending client meetings and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest technical standards. Alongside your design responsibilities, you will support and mentor junior engineers while contributing to the continued development of client relationships and repeat business. Due to the nature of some projects, applicants must either hold current UK Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible to obtain SC Clearance. Responsibilities Lead the electrical design of Building Services projects from feasibility through to construction and completion. Produce electrical calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation. Develop electrical designs using industry-standard software. Attend client meetings to establish project briefs, budgets and technical requirements. Coordinate designs with mechanical, structural, architectural and external design teams. Prepare tender documentation and review contractor submissions. Carry out site inspections and monitor installation quality throughout construction. Review contractor progress and assist with project delivery through to final account. Produce condition surveys and reports on existing electrical installations. Manage project programmes, budgets and technical delivery. Mentor Graduate and Intermediate Electrical Engineers, providing technical guidance and day-to-day support. Assist with resource planning and workload management. Maintain excellent client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat business. Ensure all work complies with current Building Regulations, British Standards, CIBSE guidance and sustainability requirements. Requirements Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering. Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards Chartership. Member of CIBSE, IET or an equivalent professional institution. Experience working within a Building Services consultancy. Proven experience leading electrical building services projects. Strong understanding of BS7671, Building Regulations, CIBSE Guides and current industry standards. Experience using electrical design software such as Amtech (Trimble ProDesign) or equivalent. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit. Experience mentoring or supervising junior engineers. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Strong project management and organisational skills. Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. What's on Offer Competitive salary with regular salary reviews. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Christmas shutdown. Additional annual leave for long service. Company pension scheme. Health cash plan. Professional membership fees paid. Structured training, mentoring and career development. Clear progression pathway to Principal and Associate level. Employee wellbeing initiatives. Cycle to Work Scheme. Employee referral programme. Team building activities and company social events. Death in Service benefit. Paid volunteering leave. Early finish incentives when company targets are achieved. On-site parking where applicable.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Electrical Design Engineer Location: Witney, Oxfordshire Salary: Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits The Company An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join the Witney office of a well-established, privately owned multidisciplinary consultancy delivering integrated engineering, property and construction consultancy services throughout the UK. With a history spanning several decades, the business has built an excellent reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable and technically robust design solutions across a wide variety of sectors. Bringing together expertise across Building Services Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Quantity Surveying and specialist consultancy disciplines, they provide clients with a fully coordinated approach from initial feasibility and planning through to detailed design, construction and project completion. Their diverse portfolio includes commercial offices, education facilities, defence projects, healthcare buildings, residential developments, industrial schemes, public sector buildings and mixed-use developments. Projects range from complex refurbishments and extensions through to large-scale new build developments, with sustainability and low-carbon design forming a key part of every project. The Building Services team continues to expand due to a healthy pipeline of repeat business and new project wins, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical building services designs while mentoring junior engineers and supporting the continued growth of the team. The consultancy offers a collaborative working environment, flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities to progress into Principal and Associate level positions. The Role As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will lead the delivery of electrical building services projects from initial concept through to completion, working closely with clients, architects, contractors and internal multidisciplinary teams. You will be responsible for producing high-quality electrical designs, managing projects, attending client meetings and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest technical standards. Alongside your design responsibilities, you will support and mentor junior engineers while contributing to the continued development of client relationships and repeat business. Due to the nature of some projects, applicants must either hold current UK Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible to obtain SC Clearance. Responsibilities Lead the electrical design of Building Services projects from feasibility through to construction and completion. Produce electrical calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation. Develop electrical designs using industry-standard software. Attend client meetings to establish project briefs, budgets and technical requirements. Coordinate designs with mechanical, structural, architectural and external design teams. Prepare tender documentation and review contractor submissions. Carry out site inspections and monitor installation quality throughout construction. Review contractor progress and assist with project delivery through to final account. Produce condition surveys and reports on existing electrical installations. Manage project programmes, budgets and technical delivery. Mentor Graduate and Intermediate Electrical Engineers, providing technical guidance and day-to-day support. Assist with resource planning and workload management. Maintain excellent client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat business. Ensure all work complies with current Building Regulations, British Standards, CIBSE guidance and sustainability requirements. Requirements Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering. Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards Chartership. Member of CIBSE, IET or an equivalent professional institution. Experience working within a Building Services consultancy. Proven experience leading electrical building services projects. Strong understanding of BS7671, Building Regulations, CIBSE Guides and current industry standards. Experience using electrical design software such as Amtech (Trimble ProDesign) or equivalent. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit. Experience mentoring or supervising junior engineers. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Strong project management and organisational skills. Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. What's on Offer Competitive salary with regular salary reviews. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Christmas shutdown. Additional annual leave for long service. Company pension scheme. Health cash plan. Professional membership fees paid. Structured training, mentoring and career development. Clear progression pathway to Principal and Associate level. Employee wellbeing initiatives. Cycle to Work Scheme. Employee referral programme. Team building activities and company social events. Death in Service benefit. Paid volunteering leave. Early finish incentives when company targets are achieved. On-site parking where applicable.
