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Head of Youth Work Are you motivated, energetic, and organised with the ability to connect with both young people and staff/volunteers If you are looking for a leadership position that requires creativity, that will enable you to flourish, be ambitious, operate both strategically and operationally, and drive success then this is the position for you! As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Head of Youth Work Location: Tilbury, Essex Salary: £38,000 to £43,000 (dependent upon experience) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (hours will be outside of the usual 9-5) Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the OnSide Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring. Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 7 September First stage interviews (online): Wednesday 16 September Young Person Panel (in-person in Tilbury): Evening of Monday 21 September Second stage interviews (in-person): Future Youth Zone Wednesday 23 September About the Role As the Head of Youth Work, you'll take the lead in shaping the future for young people, guiding a dynamic team of Youth Workers to create a youth work experience that stands out. We re looking for someone who s creative, driven, and all about making things happen for young people. You ll be hands-on, with a positive vibe, ready to bring fresh ideas to the table and see them through to success. No two days will be the same! You ll be at the forefront, designing the new Youth Work Offer, recruiting and developing a passionate team, and ensuring our programs run smoothly. From junior and senior clubs to holiday clubs and events, you ll make sure everything is on point. You ll be a crucial part of this new Youth Zone for Grimsby and North-East Lincolnshire, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive. Ready to make a difference Join us! Key responsibilities include: Staffing The Offer (Programme) Safeguarding Young People Partnership Working Policy, Compliance and Quality Assurance Leadership Inclusion Before the Youth Zone opens and during its construction, there will be elements of hybrid working in place. About You You will: Be driven, hardworking, organised and equally comfortable engaging with young people and staff/volunteers. Have a sense of fun, plenty of energy but also a calm temperament and the ability to operate at a senior level Believe in young people s potential and be proactive and can-do. You won t be afraid to get stuck in leading sessions yourself if needed, and you will lead on safeguarding within the organisation. You will have experience of: Youth work, including in open access environments with young people aged 8-18 (up to 25 with additional needs/disability) Leading and managing youth work activities Managing staff and volunteers, leading a team to achieve targets and key performance indicators (for example membership & attendance) Managing budgets Managing conflict between young people and establish clear behaviour standards Developing opportunities for young people to participate in decision making processes To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and cover letter via the company website. About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 18, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Youth Work, Head of Youth Work, Director of Youth Work, Youth Work Director, Head of Community Youth Work, Community Youth Work Director, Youth Worker. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

My client is seeking an experienced Server Tooling & Orchestration Specialist to support and develop enterprise automation services within a highly governed infrastructure environment. The role will focus on the administration, support and optimisation of Microsoft System Center Orchestrator (SCORCH), including runbook development, PowerShell automation, troubleshooting and platform integrations. You'll work across ServiceNow, SCOM, Active Directory and Entra ID to deliver and maintain automated operational workflows. Day Rate : 620pd inside via Umbrella Location : Remote / UK Based Contract Star date : ASAP Duration : 4 - 6-month contract Essential Criteria Must have active SC clearance Experience supporting Microsoft SCORCH runbooks and automation services Runbook development, troubleshooting, PowerShell automation and lifecycle management Key Criteria Design, maintain, troubleshoot and deploy SCORCH runbooks and PowerShell automation workflows for request fulfilment and operational automation. Manage integrations between SCORCH, ServiceNow, SCOM, Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID, Exchange Online and Microsoft Teams, including REST API and OAuth connectivity. Diagnose and resolve complex automation, workflow, runbook, database and integration issues, performing root cause analysis and service improvements. Support platform lifecycle management including patching, upgrades, capacity management, resilience testing and releases. Work with SQL Server, monitoring tools and event management solutions to support orchestration and automation platforms. Operate within an ITIL environment, supporting Incident, Change, Problem and Release Management while maintaining SLA compliance and governance standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist with strong automation and orchestration experience to join a critical infrastructure programme and take ownership of enterprise automation services. 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)

Senior Health, Safety and Fire Consultant Salary: Circa 60,000 + benefits Home-based with travel across the North region Are you confident engaging senior stakeholders and delivering high-quality consultancy across commercial and residential buildings, including higher-risk environments? We're supporting a well-established consultancy to recruit a Senior Health, Safety and Fire Consultant to join a growing team. This is a client-facing role, leading a diverse portfolio of risk, health and safety, and fire projects, including the design and implementation of robust management systems, inspections and audits across a varied client base. The successful Senior Health, Safety and Fire Consultant will: Deliver high-quality technical consultancy across H&S and fire risk projects, ensuring best-in-class service standards Lead the design and implementation of complex H&S management systems, inspections and audit programmes Manage client relationships, respond to requests for work/proposals, and support effective project delivery to time and budget Produce high-quality reports and recommendations, ensuring alignment with current legislation, standards and best practice Support team collaboration and mentor junior consultants to ensure safe, compliant delivery on site The successful Senior Health, Safety and Fire Consultant will have: A Level 6 health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH Diploma or NCRQ) A recognised fire qualification (e.g. NEBOSH Fire or advanced fire risk assessor training); NAFRAR Tier 3 preferred Strong knowledge of UK H&S and fire legislation, with practical experience delivering within established management systems Full UK driving licence and the ability to obtain Enhanced DBS clearance This is an excellent opportunity to work with a varied portfolio and make a tangible impact on safety standards across high-profile environments. For further information and to apply please contact on (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the Southeast of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton 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 our website (url removed).

IAM Solution Architect + Site based role in South West + 680 to 720 per day - Inside IR35 + Requires DV Clearance We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of a greenfield Identity & Access Management (IAM) platform within a highly secure environment. This is a key role where you'll shape a modern Microsoft-based identity solution, working closely with infrastructure, security, and engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and implementation of a new on-premise IAM platform. Design secure identity solutions using Windows Server 2022 , Active Directory , and ADFS . Deliver Single Sign-On (SSO), federation, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) solutions. Define architecture standards, technical governance, and best practices. Produce HLDs, LLDs, and technical documentation. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement throughout project delivery. Essential Skills Proven experience as a Solution or Technical Architect delivering Microsoft identity solutions. Strong knowledge of Active Directory , ADFS , Windows Server 2022 , and enterprise IAM. Experience with SAML , OAuth 2.0 , OpenID Connect , SSO, and RBAC. Good understanding of networking, DNS, firewalls, routing, and load balancing. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience working within Defence or other highly secure environments. Desirable Microsoft Identity or Solutions Architect certifications. Hybrid identity and PowerShell automation experience. Security Requirements Applicants must hold active UKSV DV clearance and be sole British nationals with a valid UK passport. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a high-profile IAM transformation programme, working with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies in a secure, mission-critical environment.

Executive Associate / Learning & Development Project Associate London Hybrid Working Are you a highly organised, commercially aware professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment supporting senior leadership and delivering exceptional client experiences? We are seeking an ambitious Executive Associate / Learning & Development Project Associate to join a growing, entrepreneurial business that works with global clients across leadership development, coaching, consulting and learning programmes. This is not a traditional Executive Assistant role. It offers a unique blend of executive support, project coordination, client relationship management, learning and development administration, and business operations. Working closely with the Managing Director, you will become a trusted extension of the leadership team, helping to deliver a premium service to clients while ensuring the smooth running of key business operations. The Opportunity This is an exciting role for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility and autonomy. You will be involved in everything from coordinating global workshops and managing client projects to supporting executive-level stakeholders and driving operational excellence. The successful candidate will thrive in a high-performance culture where accountability, initiative and results matter more than hours worked. Key Responsibilities Providing executive support, diary management and stakeholder coordination for the Managing Director. Coordinating training programmes, coaching engagements and consulting projects. Managing workshop, conference and virtual event logistics. Acting as a key point of contact for clients, consultants and external partners. Preparing contracts, proposals, reports and client documentation. Managing invoicing, reporting and business administration activities. Supporting property and operational administration where required. Ensuring exceptional client service and maintaining high standards across all deliverables. About You You will be a proactive and highly capable professional who enjoys taking ownership and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. Ideal Background We are particularly interested in candidates from: Professional Services Legal Services Financial Services Investment Banking Insurance Technology or SaaS FinTech Pharmaceuticals Management Consultancy Executive Search Corporate Learning & Development Personal Attributes The successful candidate will demonstrate: Executive presence and professionalism. Intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn quickly. A growth mindset and willingness to take on new challenges. Exceptional organisation and prioritisation skills. Strong relationship-building capabilities. Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment. A proactive approach to problem solving. Commercial awareness and understanding of client service excellence. Ownership, accountability and a commitment to follow-through. Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a growing business where your contribution will have genuine impact. You will work closely with senior leadership, engage with international clients and consultants, and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of the organisation. If you are an intelligent, driven and highly organised professional looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility and long-term development, we would love to hear from you.

The Opportunity We are working on an exclusive basis with a specialist high-technology electronics business to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager focused on power electronics and high-voltage markets. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes advanced power conversion and high-voltage solutions, serving customers across defence, aerospace, automotive, industrial and scientific sectors. The business is undergoing an exciting transformation moving from a reactive sales model to a proactive, growth-led commercial culture. A dedicated Technical Lead and applications engineering function now provides strong back-office support, freeing this role to focus squarely on winning new business and developing existing accounts. This is a genuine opportunity to make your mark in a business with ambitious growth targets, strong technical credibility, and the backing of a major FTSE-listed group while retaining the agility and culture of an entrepreneurial SME. The Role Reporting to the Sales Director, you will take ownership of a portfolio of existing accounts and drive proactive new business development across high-voltage and power electronics applications. You will manage the full sales cycle from initial engagement through design-in to order placement, with full accountability for revenue growth and order intake. Key responsibilities include: Proactively identify, target, and develop new customer relationships through structured business development activity. Own and grow a portfolio of existing accounts, identifying new applications, programmes, and opportunities. Manage the full sales cycle end-to-end: engagement, design-in, quotation, negotiation, and close. Build trusted relationships with customers, prospects, and principal suppliers to drive cross-sell and up-sell activity. Monitor industry trends, attend relevant trade shows, and maintain competitive market awareness. Manage pipeline and forecasting using CRM tools, producing accurate sales reports and proposals. Develop application-level knowledge in key product lines, working closely with the Technical Lead on complex requirements. Act as a positive role model, sharing knowledge and supporting less experienced team members. The Candidate You will be a commercially hungry, technically credible BDM with a background in electronics distribution or technical sales someone who is motivated primarily by new business, customer engagement, and revenue growth rather than deep technical specialisation. You will likely bring: Proven experience in electronics distribution sales, ideally within power electronics or high-voltage markets. Strong working knowledge of power electronics technologies: power semiconductors, capacitors, magnetics, sensing, and high-voltage components. Demonstrated track record of identifying, developing, and closing new business from early engagement through to design-in and production ramp. Experience selling into defence, aerospace, or other regulated, high-reliability markets is a strong advantage. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; able to engage credibly at all levels, from engineers to procurement leads. High energy, self-motivated, and proactive someone who consistently drives toward targets and takes ownership of outcomes. Comfortable with CRM systems for pipeline management, forecasting, and customer activity tracking. Degree-qualified in a relevant technical or engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience. Please note: candidates must be eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance. This typically requires at least five years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK. The Package Highly competitive base salary. Bonus scheme 20% OTE, uncapped. Car allowance. Access to group Share Incentive Plan. Pension plan with 6.5% employer contribution. Group life insurance (4x salary). Private medical cover (individual). Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing app and retail discount scheme. Cycle-to-work scheme. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy/sell.

Global Finance Director Cardiff £100,000 - £120,000 + Car Allowance + Annual Performance Bonus + Private Healthcare (Family Cover) + Excellent Pension + 27 Days Annual Leave + Hybrid Working Some opportunities define careers. This is one of them. Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to have been exclusively retained to recruit a Global Finance Director for a globally recognised organisation operating at an extraordinary scale. This is one of the most prestigious finance leadership appointments currently available within the market. Working for a truly global organisation, you'll join a business that has helped deliver some of the world's most iconic engineering, infrastructure and architectural projects. Employing tens of thousands of people across more than 70 countries, they continue to invest heavily in innovation, technology and sustainable growth, creating an environment where ambitious finance leaders can make a genuine global impact. Reporting directly to the Group Controller, this is a rare opportunity to influence Executive Leadership, lead an international finance function and shape strategic financial decision-making across one of the organisation's most significant global business areas. Opportunities of this calibre simply don't come along very often. The Opportunity This is far more than a traditional finance leadership position. You'll lead a global finance function of approximately 20 professionals across both onshore and offshore teams, creating an environment where talented people thrive whilst delivering exceptional financial leadership to the wider business. Acting as a trusted strategic partner to the Executive Leadership Team and Global Function Leaders, you'll provide meaningful commercial challenge, influence major investment decisions and ensure the business continues to achieve its ambitious strategic objectives. You'll oversee global planning, forecasting, reporting and business partnering across the Enabling Functions, driving best-in-class financial performance whilst leading finance transformation, automation and continuous improvement initiatives across an evolving international organisation. This is a business that never stands still. The successful individual will embrace change, challenge conventional thinking and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, leverage technology and utilise the latest developments in digital innovation and AI to create smarter, more effective ways of working. Key Responsibilities Partner with Executive Leadership and Global Function Leaders to support strategic decision-making. Lead and develop a high-performing global finance team across onshore and offshore operations. Drive a culture of robust financial control, commercial insight and continuous cost optimisation. Lead global planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes. Provide constructive financial challenge around investment decisions, business cases and long-term strategic initiatives. Drive finance transformation, automation and process improvement programmes. Work collaboratively across FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Accounting and Business Intelligence functions to deliver best-in-class financial performance. Champion continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence across the finance function. Build a culture focused on accountability, collaboration and developing future finance leaders. This opportunity will suit someone who: Is an ACA qualified accountant (or equivalent) with significant senior leadership experience within a complex global organisation. Has successfully led sizeable international finance teams across multiple locations. Brings a broad finance background spanning financial control, FP&A, business partnering, tax, treasury and corporate reporting. Has exceptional commercial acumen and enjoys influencing strategic business decisions. Is comfortable operating at Executive Leadership level whilst remaining equally approachable and engaging with colleagues across all levels of the organisation. Possesses the confidence to challenge appropriately, influence with credibility and build trusted relationships throughout a global business. Is passionate about developing high-performing teams and creating an environment where talented people flourish. Thrives within a changing environment and has a proven track record of leading finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. Is naturally curious, embraces new technology and AI, and is always looking for smarter ways to deliver better business outcomes. Is comfortable taking ownership from day one, working with autonomy and delivering results without the need for close supervision. Why Join? This is an opportunity to become part of the senior finance leadership team within a globally respected organisation recognised for innovation, sustainability and excellence. You'll work alongside some of the most talented professionals in the industry, influencing decisions that have a genuine impact on a global business whilst helping shape the future of its finance function. In return, you'll receive: £100,000 - £120,000 basic salary Car Allowance Annual Performance Bonus Private Healthcare for you and your family Excellent Pension Scheme 27 Days Annual Leave Hybrid Working Outstanding long-term career development within a world-class organisation Confidential Executive Search Môrwell Talent Solutions has been exclusively appointed to manage this search. Given the seniority and strategic nature of this appointment, all applications and conversations will be handled with the strictest confidence. If you're an accomplished finance leader looking for a genuinely career-defining opportunity where you can influence strategy, lead exceptional people and make a lasting impact on a global organisation, we'd be delighted to speak with you in complete confidence.

My client is a multidisciplinary consultancy and construction company offering complete construction solutions to developers, landlords and occupiers across all market sectors. With over 40 yrs experience they are one of the North East s leading independent firms for professional consultant / construction services. Working in partnership with national and international clients and have successfully completed many complex developments, including sophisticated engineering installations. Project Manager: Responsible for managing the delivery of project management and programme management services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supporting Company Directors in delivering business objectives Positively engaging with customers and developing, growing and maintaining customer relationships Delivering high quality services and deliverables ensuring that services meet our Customer s requirements. Managing projects and/or programmes to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures Administering contracts as a project manager Producing and presenting to customers Mentoring and coaching employees so that they realise their full potential Preparing bids for services. Managing service delivery for profit Advising directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or may arise, on projects. Opportunities to develop and grow your career A very competitive salary package, with a contributory pension scheme, bouns scheme. Flexible working arrangements Who we re looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills Sound project management and/or programme management experience post qualification. Sound knowledge and practiced experience of project management techniques Ability to administer construction contracts as Project Manager Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts. Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Methodical way of thinking and approach to work. Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily. Excellent problem solving, negotiating, financial and numeracy skills Sound ICT skills, with a high proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to work as part of a team and manage teams. Qualifications MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or MAPM (Member of the Association of Project Managers) or MCIOB (Member of the Chartered Institute of Builders)

Ready to step beyond the farm gate? Perhaps you re managing a successful farming operation, working in agronomy, crop nutrition, agricultural sales or crop inputs, but feel ready for something broader. Maybe you re looking for an opportunity where you can combine your practical agricultural knowledge with commercial responsibility, customer relationships and business management within an ambitious, privately owned business. If that sounds like you, we d love to hear from you. Our client is a highly respected independent agricultural business with an outstanding reputation across the UK farming sector. As part of its continued investment and growth, the business is seeking to appoint a Business Manager Agriculture & Crop Nutrition to work closely alongside the Managing Director in a varied, hands-on and highly influential role. This isn t a desk-bound management position. One day you could be discussing crop nutrition programmes with farmers and growers. The next, supporting manufacturing operations, coordinating logistics, identifying commercial opportunities or helping develop and introduce new products to the market. No two days are the same. The Role Working across all areas of the business, you ll become involved in: Supporting the day-to-day management and development of the business. Building long-term relationships with farmers, growers and agricultural customers. Providing advice on fertiliser and crop nutrition solutions. Identifying and developing new commercial opportunities. Supporting manufacturing, production and logistics operations. Assisting with business planning, operational efficiency and future growth. Working collaboratively across a close-knit, experienced and passionate team. About You You ll probably have: A practical background within UK agriculture. Experience in crop production, agronomy, fertilisers, crop nutrition or agricultural inputs. A good understanding of modern farming systems. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Commercial awareness and a proactive approach. A willingness to roll your sleeves up and get involved wherever required. Just as importantly, you ll have a genuine interest in learning and developing your knowledge. Our client continues to invest in laboratory services, crop science and product innovation, so we re keen to identify someone who enjoys learning about new developments in crop nutrition, agricultural technology and scientific innovation, and who is excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of the business. Whether your background is farm management, agronomy, agricultural sales, crop inputs or a related sector, we d be delighted to hear from you. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join an ambitious independent business that continues to invest in innovation, manufacturing capability, laboratory services and the future of UK agriculture. Working directly alongside the Managing Director, you ll gain exposure to every aspect of the business - from commercial development and customer relationships to operations, logistics, product development and strategic growth. For someone looking to broaden their career beyond the farm gate whilst remaining closely connected to farming and crop production, this represents an outstanding long-term opportunity. This is a business looking to invest in someone just as much as it s looking for someone to invest in the business.

Your new company Progressive council serving thriving coastal, rural and market town communities Your new role Chief Financial Accountant Hybrid 2 days on site 50,000 to 60,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chief Financial Accountant to join a well-established district council based in the beautiful coastal area of the East of England. The area boasts stunning countryside, vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community, while remaining well-connected to Norwich, Cambridge and London. This is a key technical finance role, leading on statutory accounts, external audit, treasury-related matters, financial governance, and supporting the organisation through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Assets, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the council maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship and compliance. You will be responsible for: Leading the annual Statement of Accounts process and year-end closure programme. Managing the relationship with external auditors and acting as the council's primary audit contact. Coordinating the production of high-quality audit working papers and supporting documentation. Providing expert technical accounting advice to senior officers, members, and external stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards, CIPFA guidance and governance requirements. Supporting budget setting processes and annual Council Tax determination. Overseeing government returns and statutory financial submissions. Managing the council's insurance arrangements and associated claims processes. Leading responses to financial consultations and monitoring emerging legislative and accounting developments. Supporting and contributing to Local Government Reorganisation workstreams and technical accounting requirements. Building strong relationships across services to promote sound financial management and governance. What you'll need to succeed CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Significant experience within a local government finance environment. Extensive knowledge of local authority finance and accounting requirements. Strong understanding of statutory accounts production and year-end processes. Experience managing or coordinating external audit activities. Excellent knowledge of local government financial legislation, accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical, report writing and presentation skills. Experience providing professional financial advice to senior stakeholders and elected members. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. Desirable Knowledge of treasury management and capital finance regulations. Understanding of Business Rates Retention, Council Tax and Collection Fund accounting. Experience leading service improvement or finance transformation initiatives. Previous involvement in Local Government Reorganisation programmes. Team leadership or management experience. Procurement and contract management knowledge. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 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)

To provide advocacy, advisory and drafting services to Keoghs LLP. Training / peer review will be provided by more senior members of the team. Based in Liverpool office but may require travel to Manchester and Bolton offices and Court as required. Key Responsibilities All of Band 1 and 2 work with peer review but no supervision required. Undertake advocacy, drafting and advisory work; including but not limited to: settling complex / high value pleadings, complex interlocutory hearings, fast track and multi track trials, CCMCs, JSMs, sanctions (including private prosecution) and recoveries. At least one area of established niche practice, with room to develop and add others. Maintain and/or develop high level technical ability across all Keoghs core practice areas. Able to command higher hourly rate and premium brief fees; Sought after by partners / technical directors and senior decision makers at clients for advice and strategic analysis. Management of sub-team, or assisting in management of main team. Deliver advocacy and litigation training / updates for fee earners. Direct supervision and mentoring of Band One and Two Advocates. Undertake and proactively develop client facing, product development tasks as required. Be proactive in the development and marketing of the in house advocacy team. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise If Barrister - Full practising certificate. If Solicitor - Higher Rights of Audience. In either case 10+ years call or PQE Substantial experience, proven technical ability and track record as an advocate in at least three of insurance fraud; general PI; EL/PL, large loss, costs and/or professional negligence. Benefits Davies Incentive Plan 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) Simply Health Care Cash Plan WeCare - 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing Death in Service Critical Illness Cover PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance) Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer Employee Resource Groups Employee Volunteering Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Season Ticket Loan Gym Flex Access to Online Discount Sites Discounted Gourmet Society Membership Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide Discounts at local retail outlets after successfully completing probation

Building Surveyor - Associate Director Location: London Levels: Senior Surveyor Associate Associate Director Sector: Commercial Property / Landlord Services I'm exclusively representing a highly regarded property consultancy looking to strengthen its London Building Surveying team with commercially minded surveyors at Senior Surveyor, Associate and Associate Director level . This is an excellent opportunity to join a strong and established brand within the property industry , working across a prestigious portfolio of landlord-managed assets and directly with some of the business's key clients. The Opportunity You'll become a key member of the London team, providing a range of professional Building Surveying services across high-quality commercial property. Depending on your experience and strengths, your work could include: Licence to Alter advice and management Planned Maintenance Programmes Reinstatement Cost Assessments Contract Administration Dilapidations Landlord representation and professional Building Surveying advice Managing refurbishment, repair and improvement projects Direct liaison with landlords, occupiers, consultants and other stakeholders The role can be shaped around your existing expertise while giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience across other service lines. Why Consider It? This is more than simply another Building Surveying position. The team can offer genuine exposure to prestigious assets and major clients , alongside the backing and opportunities that come with joining a recognised name within the property market. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, build strong client relationships and develop your career in a direction that suits your strengths and ambitions. There is real scope for personal development and progression , whether you are an established Senior Surveyor looking for the next step or operating at Associate or Associate Director level and looking for a platform where you can continue building your profile. What They're Looking For You'll ideally have: Professional Building Surveying experience within the commercial property sector Experience across some of the core services above Strong commercial awareness Confidence dealing directly with clients Good communication and stakeholder management skills The ability to manage your own workload and take responsibility for client instructions A proactive approach and genuine interest in developing your career Interested? This is an exclusive opportunity I'm recruiting for in London , so if you'd like to hear more about the team, portfolio and progression opportunities, please get in touch with Andreea Hudson at Aldwych Consulting for a confidential chat. Alternatively, apply today by forwarding your CV. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Head of IT Operations Greater London Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) Salary to be discussed We're looking for a strong Head of IT Operations to join a well-established retail brand, who will lead across a broad IT operations function. Reporting to the IT Director, you'll be responsible for infrastructure, networks, cyber security, end-user computing and service delivery. A key focus of the role will be shaping and delivering the organisation's IT outsourcing strategy, including vendor selection, governance and supplier management. We're looking for someone who has successfully led an outsourcing programme and can provide strategic oversight across the technology landscape whilst ensuring operational excellence. Key requirements: Experience leading an IT Operations function Proven track record delivering outsourcing initiatives Strong vendor selection and supplier management experience Broad knowledge of infrastructure, networking and cyber security Strong leadership, mentoring and stakeholder management skills Experience working within Microsoft-focused environments This role requires a visible, hands-on leader who enjoys developing teams, building stakeholder relationships and driving change within a hybrid working environment. Retail, FMCG or multi-site business experience would be advantageous.

An fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and strategically minded Head of IT and Digital, to lead an IT Team in what will be multi-year transformation programme within a large, complex organisation. This will be an interim role, expected to be initially contracted for 9 to 12 months, with a range of challenges, but boiling down to supporting an organisation to work their way through an enterprise-wide transformation programme. The work will affect the organisational structure, ways of working and IT estate. Our client is looking for a very specific profile fit for this role, so please review the details below! Role: Head of IT and Digital Duration: TBC - expected to be 9-12 months Rate: TBC Status: Inside IR35 Location: Warwick Working Practice: 3-5 days per week onsite, dependent on requirements Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for IT, digital and data services Lead the development and execution of a defined transformation programme, delivering against agreed outcomes, timelines and benefits Orchestrate complex organisational change, aligning technology, people, processes and governance Ensure cyber resilience, robust data governance and secure service delivery Oversee teams responsible for IT operations, architecture, applications, infrastructure and service delivery Manage significant revenue budgets and capital investment aligned to transformation objectives Build effective relationships across senior leadership, partners and delivery stakeholders Essential Criteria - Candidate Profile: Proven history in Head of IT / Data or IT Director level roles (not Programme Management as a Programme Manager will be appointed separately) Demonstrable experience across both public and private sector environments Proven track record of leading and directing major organisational transformation programmes, such as M&A activity, Multi-site / multi-organisation outsourcing or insourcing Proven capability in orchestrating complex, enterprise-wide change programmes Strong commercial, financial and strategic capability (Budget management of around £20-30million) Experience leading geographically dispersed, multi-disciplinary teams Outstanding communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with credibility at executive and board level Able to communicate the technical challenges in IT, to non-technical stakeholders

A reputable housing provider in London is seeking an experienced SEND Reforms Programme & Transformation Lead to provide strategic leadership and delivery oversight for a major SEND transformation programme. Day Rate: £525-£550 per day Location: London Working Pattern: Hybrid - with significant travel across hubs, education settings and schools Contract: Interim The successful candidate will lead the implementation of a locality-based, multi-agency SEND support model , designed to strengthen early intervention, improve inclusion and deliver better outcomes for children, young people and families. This is a high-profile transformation role requiring an experienced strategic leader who can operate across education, health, local authority services and wider partner organisations , translating national SEND reform priorities into effective local delivery. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & System Transformation Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of a locality-based SEND support model. Translate national SEND reform priorities into a coherent and scalable delivery model. Align SEND transformation with Family Hubs, Early Help, Early Years and wider inclusion strategies . Champion a preventative, place-based and intelligence-led approach to identifying and responding to need. Provide strategic and operational leadership across locality-based inclusion support functions. Use data and intelligence to identify emerging demand, inequalities and areas requiring additional intervention. Partnership & System Leadership Lead effective multi-agency collaboration across education, health, SEND, social care and specialist services . Build strong relationships with schools, specialist services, educational psychology, health professionals and local authority teams. Influence senior stakeholders, commissioners and strategic partners across organisational boundaries. Represent the programme at strategic governance boards and partnership forums. Develop collaborative approaches that improve integration and reduce duplication across services. Programme Delivery & Transformation Oversee mobilisation and phased implementation of the SEND transformation programme. Lead programme delivery, change management and operational implementation. Manage associated budgets and financial reporting. Ensure consistent delivery of a blended support model, including:Proactive training and workforce development, E-referrals Digital/self-service provision Service directories and Provide oversight of locality delivery through hub and cluster structures. Demand, Performance & Data Lead system-wide demand management processes. Monitor service utilisation, patterns of need and emerging trends. Develop and implement performance frameworks measuring:Outcomes and impact, Early intervention effectiveness, Reduction in escalation to statutory services, Use data to inform strategic planning and continuously improve delivery models. Provide high-quality programme reporting to senior stakeholders and relevant external bodies. Workforce Development & Practice Improvement Lead the development of a multi-agency workforce strategy. Establish consistent practice standards and professional guidance. Support clinical/professional supervision frameworks and continuous professional development. Build workforce capacity through training, coaching and knowledge-sharing. Drive continuous improvement across participating services and settings. Governance, Quality Assurance & Accountability Support strategic governance arrangements and provide robust programme oversight. Establish effective quality assurance mechanisms. Monitor quality, consistency, outcomes, impact and financial sustainability. Provide regular reports to strategic boards, partnership forums and senior governance structures. Ensure compliance with relevant statutory duties, safeguarding requirements and best-practice standards. Commissioning & Resource Alignment Work closely with commissioning leads across education, health and care. Ensure programme delivery aligns with commissioned services. Contribute to service specifications, procurement and contract management. Maximise the effective use of grant funding and wider system resources. The successful candidate will have: Significant senior leadership experience within SEND, education, children's services, health or a closely related public-sector environment . Proven experience leading complex multi-agency programmes, transformation programmes or system-wide change . Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, SEND reform and the wider transformation agenda . Understanding of early intervention, inclusion, locality-based working and Family Hub models . Exceptional strategic leadership and systems-thinking capability. Strong partnership, stakeholder management and influencing skills. Strong programme management, mobilisation and change-management expertise. Ability to analyse data and intelligence and translate findings into strategic decisions. Experience of governance, performance management, quality assurance and reporting. Strong understanding of commissioning, resource allocation and financial management. Strong commitment to inclusion, co-production and improving outcomes for children, young people and families . Qualifications A postgraduate qualification in education, health or a related discipline is desirable, or candidates should be able to demonstrate equivalent senior-level knowledge, experience and professional expertise. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving early intervention, inclusion, partnership working and improved outcomes for children and families . 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A respected independent property and construction consultancy is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their Norwich team, with opportunities available from Project Surveyor through to Associate level. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment, working across a varied pipeline of professional quantity surveying services. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be involved in delivering pre and post-contract cost management services, supporting clients through cost planning, procurement, tender documentation, contract administration, valuations and final accounts. As a Quantity Surveyor , you will work closely with clients, consultants and contractors to ensure projects are delivered commercially, efficiently and to a high standard. This role would suit a capable Quantity Surveyor with PQS experience, whether chartered, working towards chartership or qualified by experience. Infrastructure experience would be particularly advantageous, especially for those operating at Senior Surveyor level. The consultancy is also open to considering Associate Partners, although candidates at this level must be chartered and able to demonstrate the potential to bring new fee-earning work into the business. Key Responsibilities The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for cost planning, procurement advice, tender reporting, valuations, change control, cost reporting and final account negotiations. You will also support client meetings, manage commercial risks and provide clear, practical advice throughout the project lifecycle. Required Experience Strong background as a Quantity Surveyor within a PQS or construction consultancy environment. Experience from Project Surveyor through to Associate level will be considered. Infrastructure experience would be advantageous, particularly at Senior Surveyor level. Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a similar construction-related discipline is beneficial. MRICS, working towards MRICS, or qualified by experience will be considered. Associate Partner candidates must be chartered and able to offer potential for new fee-earning work. Strong communication skills, commercial awareness and the ability to build long-term client relationships. What's on Offer This is a strong opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a well-regarded consultancy with flexibility around level, career progression and the opportunity to work across quality professional surveying instructions. What's in it for you? 40,000 - 65,000+ 28 Days holiday + Bank holidays Health insurance Hybrid working Generous Pension Plan Life assurance Mobile and Laptop Car allowance Regular socials Cycle to work scheme Supportive culture Flexible working conditions Great work-life balance Income protection Internal training programmes Death in Service contribution Health & Wellness programme If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy

King's High School isseeking to appoint a Casual Hockey Coach to help a busy and thriving PE Department to support its successful and ambitious hockey programme. The successful applicant will support development of individual players and teams, including technical, tactical and competitive understanding across relevant age groups, as directed by the Director of Sport, or Head of Hockey click apply for full job details

Cabot Learning Federation Financial Controller Salary 55,700 - 61,500 pa plus excellent benefits Hybrid working / Bristol About Us Cabot Learning Federation is a large and diverse multi-academy trust in the South West of England that runs and supports more than 36 schools, including primary, secondary, specialist, and post-16 education settings. It serves around 18,000 students and employs over 3,000 staff. CLF is committed to excellence and making a positive impact and our people bring unique perspectives, all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We're proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others. The Role CLF are seeking to recruit an experienced and visionary Financial Controller who will provide leadership capacity to the finance team as well as technical expertise. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and transactions of the finance department and will lead on delivering statutory financial information The FC will support the Finance Director to deliver the vision for finance across the Trust and ensure the output from the finance department will be accurate, timely, current and to a high standard. This role will develop and embed a culture of continuous improvement within the team and ensure the service provided to our academies and other provisions is of the highest quality requiring the establishment of key relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. The scope of their role and responsibilities has Trust wide impact and the post holder will need to develop an in-depth knowledge of the Federation's activities and goals. About You To succeed in this role you will : Be a qualified accountant or QBE with substantial financial and management accounting experience. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of leading and engaging with finance and other corporate functions to develop a mature and rounded service. Have an excellent understanding of financial and management accounting processes, financial reporting and audit planning as well as being adept at managing both your own and your team's priorities. Working with the Leadership team particularly the Estates and Facilities team, Operations, IT team and HR team, you will be a strong leader able to communicate well with your peers and teams members and have resilience to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands from internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of Public Sector accounting, SORP, Charity law and VAT In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy a wide variety of benefits including: Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Generous annual leave. A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities. Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme. Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs. A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay. Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more! We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For more information on this opportunity including a job description and person spec please contact Nicola Shaw our retained consultant on (phone number removed) or to apply send a CV and support statement to (url removed) Closing date 1st Sept ; Interview date 11th Sept