The Mission Our client is a powerhouse in global workplace technology and managed collaboration services. They are looking for a high-calibre Head of Global Managed Services to spearhead the evolution of their service department into a world-class, product-led revenue engine. This isn't just about keeping the lights on; it s a strategic leadership seat focused on transforming standard support into premium, high-growth "as-a-service" models for a portfolio of elite enterprise clients. Key Leadership Pillars Commercial Strategy: Own the end-to-end P&L, focusing on scaling recurring revenue, protecting margins, and driving global profitability. Service Innovation: Lead the "productisation" of the service catalogue turning technical support into scalable, high-value offerings like concierge VIP assistance, automated system auditing, and digital estate management. Market Expansion: Drive a "land-and-expand" philosophy, successfully migrating project-centric clients into long-term, multi-year managed service partnerships. Executive Advocacy: Act as the primary strategic partner and escalation lead for C-suite stakeholders within financial services, legal, and major corporate sectors. Operational Governance: Partner with the delivery teams to ensure global SLAs are not just met, but exceeded, using data-driven insights to optimise engineer utilisation. Your Profile Seasoned Leader: You have a pedigree in senior leadership within Managed Services, Enterprise SaaS, or high-end Technology Solutions. Product Visionary: You ve successfully taken service products to market before, moving beyond "hours and materials" to value-based subscription models. Boardroom Ready: You are comfortable navigating complex, multi-national client organisations and influencing at the executive level. Analytical & Collaborative: You use data to drive decisions and have a knack for aligning Sales, Operations, and Tech teams toward a shared vision. Why Join? This is a "future-agenda" role within a business that is actively investing in its global growth. You will have the autonomy to build a scalable operating model that defines the next chapter of the company s success.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
The Mission Our client is a powerhouse in global workplace technology and managed collaboration services. They are looking for a high-calibre Head of Global Managed Services to spearhead the evolution of their service department into a world-class, product-led revenue engine. This isn't just about keeping the lights on; it s a strategic leadership seat focused on transforming standard support into premium, high-growth "as-a-service" models for a portfolio of elite enterprise clients. Key Leadership Pillars Commercial Strategy: Own the end-to-end P&L, focusing on scaling recurring revenue, protecting margins, and driving global profitability. Service Innovation: Lead the "productisation" of the service catalogue turning technical support into scalable, high-value offerings like concierge VIP assistance, automated system auditing, and digital estate management. Market Expansion: Drive a "land-and-expand" philosophy, successfully migrating project-centric clients into long-term, multi-year managed service partnerships. Executive Advocacy: Act as the primary strategic partner and escalation lead for C-suite stakeholders within financial services, legal, and major corporate sectors. Operational Governance: Partner with the delivery teams to ensure global SLAs are not just met, but exceeded, using data-driven insights to optimise engineer utilisation. Your Profile Seasoned Leader: You have a pedigree in senior leadership within Managed Services, Enterprise SaaS, or high-end Technology Solutions. Product Visionary: You ve successfully taken service products to market before, moving beyond "hours and materials" to value-based subscription models. Boardroom Ready: You are comfortable navigating complex, multi-national client organisations and influencing at the executive level. Analytical & Collaborative: You use data to drive decisions and have a knack for aligning Sales, Operations, and Tech teams toward a shared vision. Why Join? This is a "future-agenda" role within a business that is actively investing in its global growth. You will have the autonomy to build a scalable operating model that defines the next chapter of the company s success.
Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time Advert End Date: 07/04/:59 Salary: £95,878 - £108,164 per annum Hours per week: 37 Employment Location: City Hall As a recognised leader in Smart City innovation, Sunderland City Council is at the forefront of using advanced technology to enrich the lives of residents, accelerate economic growth, and create a smarter, more connected future for all. Our award-winning smart city programme is driving bold transformation across digital infrastructure, data innovation, and technology-enabled public services, leaving no one and nowhere behind. An exciting opportunity has now arisen to join our Smart City and ICT leadership team. We are seeking a forward-thinking, visionary leader to help continue Sunderland's ambitions as one of the UK's leading smart cities. This is a pivotal senior role shaping the next phase of our digital transformation journey. Role Summary - Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT The Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT will play a central role in driving the city's evolution into a digitally enabled, data-driven, and future-ready place. Reporting to the Director of Smart Cities & Enabling Services, the postholder will provide strategic leadership across major areas of digital transformation, smart city innovation, and ICT service delivery. You will lead major programmes of citywide investment in next-generation digital infrastructure, smart technologies, and innovative data solutions that deliver tangible benefits for residents, businesses, and communities. This includes shaping and delivering the Smart City strategy, overseeing large-scale technology deployments, and managing strategic partnerships-including the Smart City Joint Venture-to maximise investment and impact. The role also carries responsibility for the council's ICT service, providing senior leadership and strategic direction to ensure our technology environment is modern, resilient, secure, and aligned with organisational priorities. You will oversee ICT operations, cyber security, architecture, service delivery, business assurance, and City Alarm & Emergency Control, ensuring the council is equipped with robust, high-performing systems and services. As a senior corporate leader, you will contribute proactively to the council's strategic direction, inspire high-performing teams, drive innovation, and represent Sunderland at regional, national, and international forums relating to digital transformation and smart cities. This is a high-impact leadership role for an individual with strong strategic capability, deep digital and ICT expertise, and a passion for transforming places through technology. Candidates should bring extensive senior-level experience, a track record of delivering major ICT or smart city programmes, and the ability to build strong partnerships across sectors. Closing date: 7 April 2026. Shortlisting will be concluded on Thursday 7th April, 2026 and the assessment centre will take place on Wednesday 22nd April 2026. Successful candidates following this stage will be invited to interview on Thursday 23rd April. Please note that CVs are not accepted. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered online with North East Jobs, including your invitation to any online assessment you are required to undertake and your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk mail items. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sunderland City Council, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time Advert End Date: 07/04/:59 Salary: £95,878 - £108,164 per annum Hours per week: 37 Employment Location: City Hall As a recognised leader in Smart City innovation, Sunderland City Council is at the forefront of using advanced technology to enrich the lives of residents, accelerate economic growth, and create a smarter, more connected future for all. Our award-winning smart city programme is driving bold transformation across digital infrastructure, data innovation, and technology-enabled public services, leaving no one and nowhere behind. An exciting opportunity has now arisen to join our Smart City and ICT leadership team. We are seeking a forward-thinking, visionary leader to help continue Sunderland's ambitions as one of the UK's leading smart cities. This is a pivotal senior role shaping the next phase of our digital transformation journey. Role Summary - Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT The Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT will play a central role in driving the city's evolution into a digitally enabled, data-driven, and future-ready place. Reporting to the Director of Smart Cities & Enabling Services, the postholder will provide strategic leadership across major areas of digital transformation, smart city innovation, and ICT service delivery. You will lead major programmes of citywide investment in next-generation digital infrastructure, smart technologies, and innovative data solutions that deliver tangible benefits for residents, businesses, and communities. This includes shaping and delivering the Smart City strategy, overseeing large-scale technology deployments, and managing strategic partnerships-including the Smart City Joint Venture-to maximise investment and impact. The role also carries responsibility for the council's ICT service, providing senior leadership and strategic direction to ensure our technology environment is modern, resilient, secure, and aligned with organisational priorities. You will oversee ICT operations, cyber security, architecture, service delivery, business assurance, and City Alarm & Emergency Control, ensuring the council is equipped with robust, high-performing systems and services. As a senior corporate leader, you will contribute proactively to the council's strategic direction, inspire high-performing teams, drive innovation, and represent Sunderland at regional, national, and international forums relating to digital transformation and smart cities. This is a high-impact leadership role for an individual with strong strategic capability, deep digital and ICT expertise, and a passion for transforming places through technology. Candidates should bring extensive senior-level experience, a track record of delivering major ICT or smart city programmes, and the ability to build strong partnerships across sectors. Closing date: 7 April 2026. Shortlisting will be concluded on Thursday 7th April, 2026 and the assessment centre will take place on Wednesday 22nd April 2026. Successful candidates following this stage will be invited to interview on Thursday 23rd April. Please note that CVs are not accepted. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered online with North East Jobs, including your invitation to any online assessment you are required to undertake and your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk mail items. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sunderland City Council, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Here at South Thames Colleges Group, we are recruiting a Director of Student Recruitment & Partnerships to be responsible for partnerships, employer engagement marketing and admissions at Group Leadership level across the Group. You will maintain a highly positive profile amongst prospective students, employers and other key stakeholders and strengthen the employer engagement activities of the college group, driving significant business growth through commercial activities, and further establishing the group as a key provider of skills solutions. Working alongside the Executive Director of Business Development & Partnerships to develop, implement and monitor the delivery of a comprehensive employer engagement and partnership strategy, you will secure and grow student recruitment for all funding streams, utilising all appropriate channels and identifying new routes to market, which will positively contribute to the organisation meeting its recruitment targets. As our Director of Student Recruitment & Partnerships, we would like you to be educated to degree level or equivalent, have experience and knowledge of admissions and/or marketing functions within a College or University setting and have an extensive understanding of the Further Education Sector and its constituent markets. You will have a proven ability to successfully manage large staffing and non-staffing budgets with demonstrable determination and tenacity to move major initiatives forward, injecting pace and focus, and producing value for money. With significant and successful experience of driving successful improvement through change management, you will be able to demonstrate entrepreneurial drive combined with strong commercial instinct, able to communicate strategies and concepts, with the ability to be a challenger or market changer. You will have experience of working to develop external partnerships working across multiple networks with the ability to establish credibility at all levels and able to communicate, challenge, inform and influence at senior level with data and metric driven communications. This is a Group Wide post, and you will be required to travel to or work from any of the South Thames Colleges Group sites. Closing date for the return of completed applications is 16th April 2026. Interviews will be held on 1st May 2026. The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees' physical and mental health. This leave is all in addition to Bank Holiday entitlement. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students' success at the heart of everything we do.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Here at South Thames Colleges Group, we are recruiting a Director of Student Recruitment & Partnerships to be responsible for partnerships, employer engagement marketing and admissions at Group Leadership level across the Group. You will maintain a highly positive profile amongst prospective students, employers and other key stakeholders and strengthen the employer engagement activities of the college group, driving significant business growth through commercial activities, and further establishing the group as a key provider of skills solutions. Working alongside the Executive Director of Business Development & Partnerships to develop, implement and monitor the delivery of a comprehensive employer engagement and partnership strategy, you will secure and grow student recruitment for all funding streams, utilising all appropriate channels and identifying new routes to market, which will positively contribute to the organisation meeting its recruitment targets. As our Director of Student Recruitment & Partnerships, we would like you to be educated to degree level or equivalent, have experience and knowledge of admissions and/or marketing functions within a College or University setting and have an extensive understanding of the Further Education Sector and its constituent markets. You will have a proven ability to successfully manage large staffing and non-staffing budgets with demonstrable determination and tenacity to move major initiatives forward, injecting pace and focus, and producing value for money. With significant and successful experience of driving successful improvement through change management, you will be able to demonstrate entrepreneurial drive combined with strong commercial instinct, able to communicate strategies and concepts, with the ability to be a challenger or market changer. You will have experience of working to develop external partnerships working across multiple networks with the ability to establish credibility at all levels and able to communicate, challenge, inform and influence at senior level with data and metric driven communications. This is a Group Wide post, and you will be required to travel to or work from any of the South Thames Colleges Group sites. Closing date for the return of completed applications is 16th April 2026. Interviews will be held on 1st May 2026. The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees' physical and mental health. This leave is all in addition to Bank Holiday entitlement. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students' success at the heart of everything we do.
Morgan Law is delighted to be working with Choice Support to help secure their new Director of Technology. The organisation is at the beginning of their new and ambitious five-year strategy for which technology is a key enabler. This role will be a pivotal part of the future strategic direction for the organisation. As a key member of Senior Management, you will be responsible for Choice Support's wide-ranging technology strategy and oversee the delivery of secure, modern, and reliable digital services. You will lead the IT team to strengthen support and deliver better outcomes, data and insights, whilst also leading their digital innovation ambitions linked to both staff and the people we support. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of the technology strategy, aligned to our vision and five-year strategy. Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leaders on technology, risks, opportunities, and emerging trends. Provide strategic leadership and direction for IT service delivery, cyber security, and operational resilience. Set the long-term vision for technology and ensure the IT function has the capability, capacity, and support required to deliver reliable, secure, and user-centred services. Lead the organisation's AI strategy and roadmap, ensuring safe, ethical, and effective implementation. Identify and deliver AI-enabled opportunities to automate processes, strengthen decision-making, and enhance support quality. Lead our Technology Programme to grow the use of assistive, smart, and enabling technologies for people we support. Build partnerships with suppliers, innovators, and sector bodies to keep Choice Support at the forefront of digital transformation in social care. Lead and develop high-performing business partnering teams across Technology, AI, and Data & Insight. Essential Experience & Skills Significant leadership experience in IT, digital strategy, and technology transformation within a complex organisation. Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cyber security, digital service delivery, and technology governance. Experience leading organisational programmes involving emerging and transformative technologies, including AI. Understanding of data ethics, AI governance, and safeguarding in digital contexts. Proven track record of delivering technology change and innovation that improves service quality and operational performance. Strong commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and person-centred technology design. Desirable Experience & Skills Experience in social care, health, or another regulated care/support environment. We strongly encourage applications from across our community and in particular, those prospective colleagues who are from ethnically diverse/minority backgrounds, have a disability or long-term health condition, and/or from the LGBTQ+ community. Choice Support are committed to equality and diversity within their workforce. We also welcome applicants of all abilities and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process. Please let us know if you need any adjustments. Closing date: 10th April Initial interviews will be conducted on the week commencing 20th April For more information about the role or to arrange a further conversation around the post, please email
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Morgan Law is delighted to be working with Choice Support to help secure their new Director of Technology. The organisation is at the beginning of their new and ambitious five-year strategy for which technology is a key enabler. This role will be a pivotal part of the future strategic direction for the organisation. As a key member of Senior Management, you will be responsible for Choice Support's wide-ranging technology strategy and oversee the delivery of secure, modern, and reliable digital services. You will lead the IT team to strengthen support and deliver better outcomes, data and insights, whilst also leading their digital innovation ambitions linked to both staff and the people we support. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of the technology strategy, aligned to our vision and five-year strategy. Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leaders on technology, risks, opportunities, and emerging trends. Provide strategic leadership and direction for IT service delivery, cyber security, and operational resilience. Set the long-term vision for technology and ensure the IT function has the capability, capacity, and support required to deliver reliable, secure, and user-centred services. Lead the organisation's AI strategy and roadmap, ensuring safe, ethical, and effective implementation. Identify and deliver AI-enabled opportunities to automate processes, strengthen decision-making, and enhance support quality. Lead our Technology Programme to grow the use of assistive, smart, and enabling technologies for people we support. Build partnerships with suppliers, innovators, and sector bodies to keep Choice Support at the forefront of digital transformation in social care. Lead and develop high-performing business partnering teams across Technology, AI, and Data & Insight. Essential Experience & Skills Significant leadership experience in IT, digital strategy, and technology transformation within a complex organisation. Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cyber security, digital service delivery, and technology governance. Experience leading organisational programmes involving emerging and transformative technologies, including AI. Understanding of data ethics, AI governance, and safeguarding in digital contexts. Proven track record of delivering technology change and innovation that improves service quality and operational performance. Strong commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and person-centred technology design. Desirable Experience & Skills Experience in social care, health, or another regulated care/support environment. We strongly encourage applications from across our community and in particular, those prospective colleagues who are from ethnically diverse/minority backgrounds, have a disability or long-term health condition, and/or from the LGBTQ+ community. Choice Support are committed to equality and diversity within their workforce. We also welcome applicants of all abilities and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process. Please let us know if you need any adjustments. Closing date: 10th April Initial interviews will be conducted on the week commencing 20th April For more information about the role or to arrange a further conversation around the post, please email
A leading accountancy practice based in Exeter has a requirement for a Personal Tax Director to join their highly regarded team as key addition. The position has arisen through a combination of growth and planning for the future development of this successful office. You will have opportunity to lead the compliance team and develop and grow the tax advisory function, with a clear path to progress in your career. Client Details A market leading firm of chartered accountants, with an excellent reputation undergoing continued positive growth. The firm acts for a very wide ranging client base and boasts a highly experienced and strong team of tax professionals, delivering wide ranging compliance and advisory services across personal tax. The firm acts for a very wide range of clients, delivering varied private client project work for directors of corporate clients, OMBs, entrepreneurs, partnerships, HNWIs, non-domiciled and non- resident individuals, trusts and estates. You will be looking to grow and develop the firms private client offering and department and take a lead role in this. There is a clear path on offer to progress in this growing firm Description You will join the firm as a Personal Tax Director based in Exeter delivering personal tax and advisory services to a wide ranging client base of directors of owner-managed businesses, property clients, HNWI's, trusts and landed estates, non UK domiciled individuals and non-resident clients. You will take a client fronting role overseeing the provision of advisory services across a wide spectrum of personal tax issues, IHT, CGT etc. You will lead and influence your team and look to drive the development of the private client tax services in this leading firm. You will develop the relationships, contacts and networks to bolster their private client offering further. Profile You are likely to be operating as a Personal Tax Director level professional and will be any of ACA / ACCA/ CTA / STEP or equivalent qualified as a personal tax, advisory focused professional. Your background may be within any of Top Tier, Ten accountancy practice environment, Mid Tier/Top 50 or large, medium, small independent firm background and you will be seeking a challenging new career opportunity, with a clear route to progress to partnership, within a leading firm of accountants. Job Offer £70,000 - £100,000 dependent on the experience, background and level of the right professional, negotiable, plus benefits. Please apply on line and for a confidential discussion to find out more please contact Mark Bailey on
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
A leading accountancy practice based in Exeter has a requirement for a Personal Tax Director to join their highly regarded team as key addition. The position has arisen through a combination of growth and planning for the future development of this successful office. You will have opportunity to lead the compliance team and develop and grow the tax advisory function, with a clear path to progress in your career. Client Details A market leading firm of chartered accountants, with an excellent reputation undergoing continued positive growth. The firm acts for a very wide ranging client base and boasts a highly experienced and strong team of tax professionals, delivering wide ranging compliance and advisory services across personal tax. The firm acts for a very wide range of clients, delivering varied private client project work for directors of corporate clients, OMBs, entrepreneurs, partnerships, HNWIs, non-domiciled and non- resident individuals, trusts and estates. You will be looking to grow and develop the firms private client offering and department and take a lead role in this. There is a clear path on offer to progress in this growing firm Description You will join the firm as a Personal Tax Director based in Exeter delivering personal tax and advisory services to a wide ranging client base of directors of owner-managed businesses, property clients, HNWI's, trusts and landed estates, non UK domiciled individuals and non-resident clients. You will take a client fronting role overseeing the provision of advisory services across a wide spectrum of personal tax issues, IHT, CGT etc. You will lead and influence your team and look to drive the development of the private client tax services in this leading firm. You will develop the relationships, contacts and networks to bolster their private client offering further. Profile You are likely to be operating as a Personal Tax Director level professional and will be any of ACA / ACCA/ CTA / STEP or equivalent qualified as a personal tax, advisory focused professional. Your background may be within any of Top Tier, Ten accountancy practice environment, Mid Tier/Top 50 or large, medium, small independent firm background and you will be seeking a challenging new career opportunity, with a clear route to progress to partnership, within a leading firm of accountants. Job Offer £70,000 - £100,000 dependent on the experience, background and level of the right professional, negotiable, plus benefits. Please apply on line and for a confidential discussion to find out more please contact Mark Bailey on
Customer Success Executive Lead (Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead) - Executive role reporting directly to the CEO A Customer Success Executive Lead (Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead) is required by a well-established ERP software provider with over 250 long-term customers across the manufacturing sector. This organisation delivers powerful ERP solutions that typically support clients for 10-15 year partnerships , helping manufacturers streamline operations and maximise efficiency. With a strong reputation in the market and an ambitious roadmap around Cloud transformation, this is a rare opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team , shaping the long-term customer journey and driving measurable value for a loyal client base. To be successful in this role you should have: Enterprise software experience ideally ERP. Proven experience leading Customer Success, Support, or lifecycle management within ERP or complex enterprise software environments Strong knowledge of service management discipline, governance, and structured support operations Experience owning customer retention, renewals, and expansion strategies This role will suit a Customer Success leader who lives and breathes the customer journey . You will work closely with the CEO and leadership team to build a robust Customer Success function. You will have the opportunity to shape strategy, improve customer health visibility, and drive successful migrations from on-premise ERP to Cloud platforms. On a day-to-day basis you will take ownership of the entire post go-live customer lifecycle , ensuring customers gain maximum value from the ERP platform. This includes stabilisation, feature adoption, health monitoring, renewals, and expansion opportunities. You will oversee the Support function through the Support Manager, lead the Customer Success and Account Management teams, and collaborate closely with Product and Delivery to identify systemic issues and improve the customer experience. You will also drive the migration to cloud strategy , ensuring customers have a clear roadmap for the future while minimising risk during transition. Role Highlights Executive level position reporting directly to the CEO Member of the Senior Leadership Team Lead Customer Success, Support, and account management functions Drive Cloud migration strategy and adoption Shape a Customer Success model focused on retention and growth Hybrid working - 1 day per week in Birmingham Salary £60,000 - £80,000 This is a fantastic opportunity for a Customer Success Executive Lead (Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead) to influence strategy, strengthen long-term customer relationships, and play a key role in the future direction of a respected ERP software provider. I have recruited for this client for 20 years, they are a great bunch and this is an epic job. please apply thansk jake
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Customer Success Executive Lead (Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead) - Executive role reporting directly to the CEO A Customer Success Executive Lead (Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead) is required by a well-established ERP software provider with over 250 long-term customers across the manufacturing sector. This organisation delivers powerful ERP solutions that typically support clients for 10-15 year partnerships , helping manufacturers streamline operations and maximise efficiency. With a strong reputation in the market and an ambitious roadmap around Cloud transformation, this is a rare opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team , shaping the long-term customer journey and driving measurable value for a loyal client base. To be successful in this role you should have: Enterprise software experience ideally ERP. Proven experience leading Customer Success, Support, or lifecycle management within ERP or complex enterprise software environments Strong knowledge of service management discipline, governance, and structured support operations Experience owning customer retention, renewals, and expansion strategies This role will suit a Customer Success leader who lives and breathes the customer journey . You will work closely with the CEO and leadership team to build a robust Customer Success function. You will have the opportunity to shape strategy, improve customer health visibility, and drive successful migrations from on-premise ERP to Cloud platforms. On a day-to-day basis you will take ownership of the entire post go-live customer lifecycle , ensuring customers gain maximum value from the ERP platform. This includes stabilisation, feature adoption, health monitoring, renewals, and expansion opportunities. You will oversee the Support function through the Support Manager, lead the Customer Success and Account Management teams, and collaborate closely with Product and Delivery to identify systemic issues and improve the customer experience. You will also drive the migration to cloud strategy , ensuring customers have a clear roadmap for the future while minimising risk during transition. Role Highlights Executive level position reporting directly to the CEO Member of the Senior Leadership Team Lead Customer Success, Support, and account management functions Drive Cloud migration strategy and adoption Shape a Customer Success model focused on retention and growth Hybrid working - 1 day per week in Birmingham Salary £60,000 - £80,000 This is a fantastic opportunity for a Customer Success Executive Lead (Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead, ERP Customer Success Executive Lead) to influence strategy, strengthen long-term customer relationships, and play a key role in the future direction of a respected ERP software provider. I have recruited for this client for 20 years, they are a great bunch and this is an epic job. please apply thansk jake
Overall Purpose of Job Working alongside the Director of Education and Inclusion, and the broader Education Leadership Team, this role will involve leading and developing our approach to school effectiveness, quality assurance and support for schools. This is a pivotal role in coordinating and assuring the quality of our support of, work with and partnership approach for schools and education settings. This role will provide an experienced school leader with the opportunity to lead on developing our strategic approach to school improvement and support, while ensuring that the voices and experiences of our school teams are embedded in our approach. Key aspects of this role will include: • Leading the strategic development of all aspects of school effectiveness and quality assurance.• Developing and maintaining strong relationships between the local authority, all schools and settings in Newham and other local and regional partners.• Establishing clear and coherent systems of support for leaders across our system in order to develop partnerships, build on leadership excellence in the system and identify opportunities for innovative approaches to systems leadership.• Developing high quality school improvement capacity, building on the work of school improvement advisors, developing partnerships for delivery and effectively marshalling limited resources to ensure that support is provided to schools in an equitable and transparent way.• Developing and sustaining the growth of our approach to enrichment across our services, through models that empower schools.• Leading development of an evidence-based approach to monitoring the quality of our education services, through high quality data systems and processes.• Oversight of safeguarding reviews and partnerships, audits and training, as well as partnership with OfSTED on complaints and S11. Job Context 1. The post holder reports to the Director of Education & Inclusion.2. The post holder deputises for the Director of Education & Inclusion, and supports the work of other members of the Education Leadership Team.3. The post holder has line management responsibility for Early Years, Education Safeguarding, Education Support, Enrichment & Curriculum, School Improvement & Quality Assurance.4. The post holder has management and oversight of all aspects of the budget responsibility in the School Effectiveness Service.5. As a senior member of the Education & Inclusion team in Newham the post holder will work with senior stakeholders including Cabinet members, Directors, headteachers, leads from the sector and national bodies including Ofsted and the Department for Education. Key Tasks and Accountabilities Key tasks and accountabilities are intended to be a guide to the range and level of work expected of the post holder. This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may fall to the post holder and employees will be expected to carry out such other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time.1. Lead development of school improvement service in partnership with headteachers, school improvement advisors and Education Leadership team. Focus on developing an equitable approach to support for schools, which is respondent to the changing needs and requirements of our schools.2. Provide oversight and support to enrichment programmes, developing further opportunities for schools to benefit from enrichment opportunities for children and young people across Newham.3. Champion and develop our approach to data analysis to support evidence- based support and decision-making across our services.4. Lead development of systems that enable a holistic interrogation of attainment and progression, with a particular focus on the progress of cohorts who are disproportionately disadvantaged.5. Develop our communications strategy with all parts of our education system to ensure that schools, settings and other stakeholders are fully engaged in and can access support available and engage in co-production of services.6. Maintain direct contact with schools and education settings to ensure that requirements of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework are well met and the local strategy for school effectiveness leads to sustained success and continuous improvement.7. Lead on development of assessment, moderation and support services in line with the duties and responsibilities for the administration of annual educational testing arrangements in schools.8. Implement systems and processes for consultation with direct and indirect service users and their families, and analyse and respond to findings.9. Oversee development of partnership approaches across school and education system.10. Develop and champion strong relationships with school and system leaders, building on own school leadership experience to identify appropriate approaches to support and challenge.11. Deputise for the Director of Education & Inclusion.12. Member of the Education Leadership Team and Extended CYPS DMT.13. Lead and develop members of staff, ensuring that they are aware of emerging best practice within their respective fields and possess the skills and confidence to adapt best practice within a Newham context.14. Responsible for specific staffing and operational budgets as determined ensuring that financial processes and reporting requirements are adhered to.15. Provide advice and guidance to Director, other senior managers and elected members on Education policy and practice as required.16. Represent the Education service at external or internal meetings as required.
Apr 01, 2026
Contractor
Overall Purpose of Job Working alongside the Director of Education and Inclusion, and the broader Education Leadership Team, this role will involve leading and developing our approach to school effectiveness, quality assurance and support for schools. This is a pivotal role in coordinating and assuring the quality of our support of, work with and partnership approach for schools and education settings. This role will provide an experienced school leader with the opportunity to lead on developing our strategic approach to school improvement and support, while ensuring that the voices and experiences of our school teams are embedded in our approach. Key aspects of this role will include: • Leading the strategic development of all aspects of school effectiveness and quality assurance.• Developing and maintaining strong relationships between the local authority, all schools and settings in Newham and other local and regional partners.• Establishing clear and coherent systems of support for leaders across our system in order to develop partnerships, build on leadership excellence in the system and identify opportunities for innovative approaches to systems leadership.• Developing high quality school improvement capacity, building on the work of school improvement advisors, developing partnerships for delivery and effectively marshalling limited resources to ensure that support is provided to schools in an equitable and transparent way.• Developing and sustaining the growth of our approach to enrichment across our services, through models that empower schools.• Leading development of an evidence-based approach to monitoring the quality of our education services, through high quality data systems and processes.• Oversight of safeguarding reviews and partnerships, audits and training, as well as partnership with OfSTED on complaints and S11. Job Context 1. The post holder reports to the Director of Education & Inclusion.2. The post holder deputises for the Director of Education & Inclusion, and supports the work of other members of the Education Leadership Team.3. The post holder has line management responsibility for Early Years, Education Safeguarding, Education Support, Enrichment & Curriculum, School Improvement & Quality Assurance.4. The post holder has management and oversight of all aspects of the budget responsibility in the School Effectiveness Service.5. As a senior member of the Education & Inclusion team in Newham the post holder will work with senior stakeholders including Cabinet members, Directors, headteachers, leads from the sector and national bodies including Ofsted and the Department for Education. Key Tasks and Accountabilities Key tasks and accountabilities are intended to be a guide to the range and level of work expected of the post holder. This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may fall to the post holder and employees will be expected to carry out such other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time.1. Lead development of school improvement service in partnership with headteachers, school improvement advisors and Education Leadership team. Focus on developing an equitable approach to support for schools, which is respondent to the changing needs and requirements of our schools.2. Provide oversight and support to enrichment programmes, developing further opportunities for schools to benefit from enrichment opportunities for children and young people across Newham.3. Champion and develop our approach to data analysis to support evidence- based support and decision-making across our services.4. Lead development of systems that enable a holistic interrogation of attainment and progression, with a particular focus on the progress of cohorts who are disproportionately disadvantaged.5. Develop our communications strategy with all parts of our education system to ensure that schools, settings and other stakeholders are fully engaged in and can access support available and engage in co-production of services.6. Maintain direct contact with schools and education settings to ensure that requirements of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework are well met and the local strategy for school effectiveness leads to sustained success and continuous improvement.7. Lead on development of assessment, moderation and support services in line with the duties and responsibilities for the administration of annual educational testing arrangements in schools.8. Implement systems and processes for consultation with direct and indirect service users and their families, and analyse and respond to findings.9. Oversee development of partnership approaches across school and education system.10. Develop and champion strong relationships with school and system leaders, building on own school leadership experience to identify appropriate approaches to support and challenge.11. Deputise for the Director of Education & Inclusion.12. Member of the Education Leadership Team and Extended CYPS DMT.13. Lead and develop members of staff, ensuring that they are aware of emerging best practice within their respective fields and possess the skills and confidence to adapt best practice within a Newham context.14. Responsible for specific staffing and operational budgets as determined ensuring that financial processes and reporting requirements are adhered to.15. Provide advice and guidance to Director, other senior managers and elected members on Education policy and practice as required.16. Represent the Education service at external or internal meetings as required.
About the RoleSwindon Borough Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Safeguarding and Support to provide senior leadership across safeguarding services and support functions.The Director of Safeguarding and Support will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice, governance, and regulatory compliance across children's and adult services.Working closely with the Council's senior leadership team, the Director of Safeguarding and Support will lead service improvement, safeguarding oversight and partnership working to ensure vulnerable children, adults and families receive high-quality protection and support.Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for safeguarding and support services across Swindon Borough Council. Ensure robust safeguarding frameworks are embedded across children's and adult services. Lead and support senior management teams responsible for safeguarding delivery. Oversee quality assurance, audit and improvement programmes to maintain high standards of practice. Strengthen multi-agency partnerships with health, police, education and voluntary sector organisations. Ensure services operate in line with statutory safeguarding legislation and national guidance . Drive service transformation and improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes for vulnerable residents. Provide expert safeguarding advice to senior leaders, elected members and governance boards . Lead learning and improvement following safeguarding reviews and audits. Essential Requirements Significant senior leadership experience within safeguarding services . Extensive knowledge of children's and/or adult safeguarding legislation and frameworks . Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary teams and complex service areas . Demonstrated success in service improvement and transformation programmes . Strong experience working within multi-agency safeguarding partnerships . Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Social Work qualification with registration or equivalent leadership experience). Excellent strategic leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills . Desirable Experience Previous experience working at Director or Assistant Director level within a local authority . Experience supporting inspection readiness and safeguarding improvement programmes . Experience working within integrated health and social care systems . Why Apply?This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Director of Safeguarding and Support to join Swindon Borough Council and lead safeguarding strategy at a senior level.How to ApplyIf you are an experienced safeguarding leader ready to step into a Director of Safeguarding and Support role, we would welcome your application.Please submit your CV and availability , and a member of our specialist public sector recruitment team will contact you to discuss this opportunity further.
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
About the RoleSwindon Borough Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Safeguarding and Support to provide senior leadership across safeguarding services and support functions.The Director of Safeguarding and Support will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice, governance, and regulatory compliance across children's and adult services.Working closely with the Council's senior leadership team, the Director of Safeguarding and Support will lead service improvement, safeguarding oversight and partnership working to ensure vulnerable children, adults and families receive high-quality protection and support.Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for safeguarding and support services across Swindon Borough Council. Ensure robust safeguarding frameworks are embedded across children's and adult services. Lead and support senior management teams responsible for safeguarding delivery. Oversee quality assurance, audit and improvement programmes to maintain high standards of practice. Strengthen multi-agency partnerships with health, police, education and voluntary sector organisations. Ensure services operate in line with statutory safeguarding legislation and national guidance . Drive service transformation and improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes for vulnerable residents. Provide expert safeguarding advice to senior leaders, elected members and governance boards . Lead learning and improvement following safeguarding reviews and audits. Essential Requirements Significant senior leadership experience within safeguarding services . Extensive knowledge of children's and/or adult safeguarding legislation and frameworks . Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary teams and complex service areas . Demonstrated success in service improvement and transformation programmes . Strong experience working within multi-agency safeguarding partnerships . Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Social Work qualification with registration or equivalent leadership experience). Excellent strategic leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills . Desirable Experience Previous experience working at Director or Assistant Director level within a local authority . Experience supporting inspection readiness and safeguarding improvement programmes . Experience working within integrated health and social care systems . Why Apply?This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Director of Safeguarding and Support to join Swindon Borough Council and lead safeguarding strategy at a senior level.How to ApplyIf you are an experienced safeguarding leader ready to step into a Director of Safeguarding and Support role, we would welcome your application.Please submit your CV and availability , and a member of our specialist public sector recruitment team will contact you to discuss this opportunity further.
Commercial Property Lawyer Camden Our Client has a hybrid contract position for a Commercial Property Lawyer. This role requires you to regularly attend at the office and collaborate face to face with colleagues across the Client. Have excellent legal practice management skills to include accurate and timely time recording, strong active file compliance and more. You will be comfortable working with a high degree of personal responsibility and independently when required. You will be encouraged to think creatively and contribute to re-shaping how we think about risk and governance for a 21st digital-era organisation. You will be thoughtful about a modern legal profession and its role in local public services. Experience working in local councils is essential. Experience You will have the following technical knowledge and experience: 1. Be qualified to practice in England and Wales as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. 2. Demonstrable detailed knowledge of property law, particularly commercial property conveyancing. 3. Demonstrable working knowledge of local government law in the context of property law. 4. Ability to undertake, and experience of, the full range of land and property transactions arising from the Client's property portfolio, including the preparation, negotiation and completion of: Leases; Licences to assign, underlet, occupy, carry out alterations etc.; the grant of easements and wayleaves; the sale, acquisition, and registration of freehold and leasehold properties, both residential and commercial; and development agreements. 5. You will have a sound level of knowledge on the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act and related legislation around local authority building safety as well as a sound knowledge of various local government regulators and compliance requirements. 6. Demonstrable knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, particularly Part II, including experience of the grant and termination of protected and excluded tenancies. 7. Knowledge and experience of statutory provisions and guidance on regeneration projects, particularly the law and practice on compulsory purchase orders, and the ability to advise internal clients on issues around them. 8. Knowledge of the law and procedure of land registrations, particularly the Land Registration Act 2002 and Land Registry Practice Guides. 9. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) including literacy, tact and diplomacy and ability to advise competently on relevant legal matters. 10. Experience of advising clients on complex and /or sensitive matters and meeting deadlines. 11. Excellent demonstrable IT skills to include familiarity with the Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Teams, ideally Excel and Powerpoint). 12 Excellent skills in complying with in-house legal practice system requirements, to include, use of case management systems for effective file management (preferably iCasework), meeting time recording targets, file auditing, compliance and risk management practices. You will have 1. Excellent professional confidence to lead on difficult and high-profile property and development local government cases when appropriate. 2. Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court directed deadlines are adhered to. 3. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions. 4. You will be an effective leader who is comfortable acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. 5. Excellent demonstrable ability to build partnerships and good working relationships both within the service, council and with third parties. 6. Excellent flexibility and confidence to adopt new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. 7. An ability to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions which supports the Client to achieve its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. 8. An understanding and commitment to the Client's policies on valuing diversity, equality and inclusion. 9. Experience of handling sensitive information under the Data Protection Act and the UK General Data Protection Regulation and ensuring confidentiality. The things you will achieve. You will be a trusted advisor and provide comprehensive, high quality legal advice within the area of specialism for the role. You will advise services and senior officers on the best course of action, drawing on your experience of developing innovative and creative solutions within the law. You will work both independently and in partnership with colleagues as part of a collaborative team in the delivery of the legal service and in respect of complex work or projects. You will build partnerships with officers (including Senior officers) within service directorates, to build good working relationships and you will provide high quality solution focused legal advice to officers across Camden. You will be proactive in your approach, identifying areas for improvement within work processes or opportunities for earlier intervention in council projects and activities to ensure effective delivery of the Client's priorities You will prepare and process a large volume of all casework related matters and find solutions for clients and members to achieve their goals and ensure compliance with the law. You will undertake effective case management to ensure relevant deadlines are met. You will be an effective advocate for the Client and sole legal advisor on legal issues the Client faces often on contested applications/matters. This could involve appearing in open court or in chambers on litigious matters as appropriate, making representations to the judge when appropriate You will make sound judgments on case progression based on all the evidence and identify any areas of risk to client officers and the Senior Managers and to personally ensure that all time limits and steps are complied with ensuring the Client achieves its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. You will be politically aware and bring any politically contentious matters to the attention of the Senior Managers. You will be proactive in undertaking legal research and in particular in respect of new legislation, court practice and procedures. You will support the wider team by preparing briefing notes and delivering training to others about the implications of that legislation. You will feel confident having robust discussions with external clients and lawyers, who at times may be challenging, taking a lead on correspondence and negotiations with them You will work closely with the Senior Lawyer, Principal Lawyers and Head of Legal Services, notifying them of any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Client or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. You will be flexible and confident adopting new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. You may also be required to undertake any other duties and requirements appropriate to the grading of the post including other areas across the service. You will enable the effective decision-making process of the Client by checking and preparing reports for, and attending committee meetings, working party meetings and other meetings (which may be held outside standard working hours) in order to provide legal advice as and when required. You will therefore be confident building relationships with elected Members and other senior stakeholders You will be an exemplar of a legal services team which adopts best practice, making recommendations on any changes in policy or practice as and when appropriate. Proactive in your approach, you will seek out solutions rather than provide advice or support compliance as a default, acting as a role model for colleagues to adopt a similar way of working. You will mentor more junior staff as and when required to assist them in developing skills. You will be an active and compliant user of the team's case management and IT systems, ensuring you are using the system effectively to ensure proper records are maintained relating to all work undertaken. You will be an exemplar of time recording (and meet these targets), file compliance, risk management and other related good practice requirements of an in-house legal service. You will focus on the delivery of outcomes and the priorities of the Client
Mar 31, 2026
Contractor
Commercial Property Lawyer Camden Our Client has a hybrid contract position for a Commercial Property Lawyer. This role requires you to regularly attend at the office and collaborate face to face with colleagues across the Client. Have excellent legal practice management skills to include accurate and timely time recording, strong active file compliance and more. You will be comfortable working with a high degree of personal responsibility and independently when required. You will be encouraged to think creatively and contribute to re-shaping how we think about risk and governance for a 21st digital-era organisation. You will be thoughtful about a modern legal profession and its role in local public services. Experience working in local councils is essential. Experience You will have the following technical knowledge and experience: 1. Be qualified to practice in England and Wales as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. 2. Demonstrable detailed knowledge of property law, particularly commercial property conveyancing. 3. Demonstrable working knowledge of local government law in the context of property law. 4. Ability to undertake, and experience of, the full range of land and property transactions arising from the Client's property portfolio, including the preparation, negotiation and completion of: Leases; Licences to assign, underlet, occupy, carry out alterations etc.; the grant of easements and wayleaves; the sale, acquisition, and registration of freehold and leasehold properties, both residential and commercial; and development agreements. 5. You will have a sound level of knowledge on the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act and related legislation around local authority building safety as well as a sound knowledge of various local government regulators and compliance requirements. 6. Demonstrable knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, particularly Part II, including experience of the grant and termination of protected and excluded tenancies. 7. Knowledge and experience of statutory provisions and guidance on regeneration projects, particularly the law and practice on compulsory purchase orders, and the ability to advise internal clients on issues around them. 8. Knowledge of the law and procedure of land registrations, particularly the Land Registration Act 2002 and Land Registry Practice Guides. 9. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) including literacy, tact and diplomacy and ability to advise competently on relevant legal matters. 10. Experience of advising clients on complex and /or sensitive matters and meeting deadlines. 11. Excellent demonstrable IT skills to include familiarity with the Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Teams, ideally Excel and Powerpoint). 12 Excellent skills in complying with in-house legal practice system requirements, to include, use of case management systems for effective file management (preferably iCasework), meeting time recording targets, file auditing, compliance and risk management practices. You will have 1. Excellent professional confidence to lead on difficult and high-profile property and development local government cases when appropriate. 2. Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court directed deadlines are adhered to. 3. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions. 4. You will be an effective leader who is comfortable acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. 5. Excellent demonstrable ability to build partnerships and good working relationships both within the service, council and with third parties. 6. Excellent flexibility and confidence to adopt new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. 7. An ability to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions which supports the Client to achieve its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. 8. An understanding and commitment to the Client's policies on valuing diversity, equality and inclusion. 9. Experience of handling sensitive information under the Data Protection Act and the UK General Data Protection Regulation and ensuring confidentiality. The things you will achieve. You will be a trusted advisor and provide comprehensive, high quality legal advice within the area of specialism for the role. You will advise services and senior officers on the best course of action, drawing on your experience of developing innovative and creative solutions within the law. You will work both independently and in partnership with colleagues as part of a collaborative team in the delivery of the legal service and in respect of complex work or projects. You will build partnerships with officers (including Senior officers) within service directorates, to build good working relationships and you will provide high quality solution focused legal advice to officers across Camden. You will be proactive in your approach, identifying areas for improvement within work processes or opportunities for earlier intervention in council projects and activities to ensure effective delivery of the Client's priorities You will prepare and process a large volume of all casework related matters and find solutions for clients and members to achieve their goals and ensure compliance with the law. You will undertake effective case management to ensure relevant deadlines are met. You will be an effective advocate for the Client and sole legal advisor on legal issues the Client faces often on contested applications/matters. This could involve appearing in open court or in chambers on litigious matters as appropriate, making representations to the judge when appropriate You will make sound judgments on case progression based on all the evidence and identify any areas of risk to client officers and the Senior Managers and to personally ensure that all time limits and steps are complied with ensuring the Client achieves its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. You will be politically aware and bring any politically contentious matters to the attention of the Senior Managers. You will be proactive in undertaking legal research and in particular in respect of new legislation, court practice and procedures. You will support the wider team by preparing briefing notes and delivering training to others about the implications of that legislation. You will feel confident having robust discussions with external clients and lawyers, who at times may be challenging, taking a lead on correspondence and negotiations with them You will work closely with the Senior Lawyer, Principal Lawyers and Head of Legal Services, notifying them of any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Client or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. You will be flexible and confident adopting new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. You may also be required to undertake any other duties and requirements appropriate to the grading of the post including other areas across the service. You will enable the effective decision-making process of the Client by checking and preparing reports for, and attending committee meetings, working party meetings and other meetings (which may be held outside standard working hours) in order to provide legal advice as and when required. You will therefore be confident building relationships with elected Members and other senior stakeholders You will be an exemplar of a legal services team which adopts best practice, making recommendations on any changes in policy or practice as and when appropriate. Proactive in your approach, you will seek out solutions rather than provide advice or support compliance as a default, acting as a role model for colleagues to adopt a similar way of working. You will mentor more junior staff as and when required to assist them in developing skills. You will be an active and compliant user of the team's case management and IT systems, ensuring you are using the system effectively to ensure proper records are maintained relating to all work undertaken. You will be an exemplar of time recording (and meet these targets), file compliance, risk management and other related good practice requirements of an in-house legal service. You will focus on the delivery of outcomes and the priorities of the Client
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. What You'll Do Are you passionate about developing socially and ethically responsible AI systems? Are you excited by the prospect of supporting projects that apply cutting-edge AI and GenAI models to solve real-world problems? Imagine working with BCG 's Responsible AI team, where you will develop and apply innovative tools for testing and evaluating new GenAI products. Your daily work would involve designing and implementing testing and evaluation frameworks to help improve product quality and ensure AI systems are safe, secure, and equitable . Join a team dedicated to exploring creative solutions and pioneering advancements in Responsible AI. Your work will influence the development of GenAI applications, focusing on transparency, accountability, and trustworthiness. On the team, you'll collaborate with brilliant minds and make a tangible impact on shaping the future of AI, ensuring it meets the highest standards for responsibility and effectiveness. You will have the opportunity to support a wide variety of projects, spanning use cases, technologies, industries, and clients. Embrace the challenge of working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, ethical innovation, and real-world applications. The Responsible AI Applied Scientist plays a critical role supporting BCG 's testing and evaluation efforts, working in conjunction with our AI and GenAI product teams to ensure alignment with our Responsible AI policy, principles, and standards, and to support the design, continuous improvement, and execution of the overall Responsible AI program at BCG. The Responsible AI Applied Sci entist will work with a diverse set of stakeholders to: Ensure responsible development of GenAI and AI products by providing Responsible AI expert support to GenAI and AI product teams, including conducting independent assessment of product -level risks and owning product evaluations Engage indep endently and directly with BCG product teams to sup port Responsible AI-related nee ds across the entire software development lifecycle of GenAI or AI product s Work with and support technical teams executing risk assessment and testing and evaluation o f GenAI and AI products Train and mentor technical teams on testing and evaluation approaches for GenAI products Remain up - to - date on emerging frameworks, standards, and technical approaches, and related issues , by participating in workshops, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations What You'll Bring 3-5+ years of experience in Responsible AI, including directly engaging with AI product teams 3+ years of industry experience in building or evaluating Generative AI models Experience in program/project management and team leadership Strong programming skills in Python and deep learning frameworks ( PyTorch , TensorFlow) Demonstrable knowledge of Responsible AI issues, trends, frameworks, and best practices Working knowledge of emerging AI regulatory and legal frameworks across the globe Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Ability to explain sophisticated data science concepts to non-technical audiences and translate analytical results into business implications Ability to think critically about ethical, social, and business risks posed by GenAI and AI systems Passion for building things and comfort working with modern data science development tools Experience designing and analyzing experiments using advanced statistical methods Experience and enthusiasm for working with Ge n AI technologies Technical Skills Must - have experience: Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent research/work experience Strong research background in empirical evaluation, experimental design, or benchmarking Deep familiarity with software engineering workflows and developer tools Experience working with or evaluating AI/ML models, preferably LLMs Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to write clear testing result reports Nice - to - have experience: Experience with quantitative social science research Familiarity with software engineering practices (e.g., unit testing, CI/CD ) Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or SQL databases Knowledge of AI risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF) Experience with d eveloper tools , including IDEs (e.g., VSCode , Pycharm ) and environment management (e.g., P yenv , C onda , P oetry , D ocker) Demonstrable contribution to open-source evaluations of GenAI Who You'll Work With You'll work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging, product-oriented environment where we advance our thinking about and operationalization of Responsible AI. You'll engage with a diverse set of stakeholders, including senior executives, A I and G enAI product teams , legal, compliance, and security teams, BCG's Chief AI Ethics Officer, the Director of the Responsible AI team, and other members of the Responsible AI team. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. What You'll Do Are you passionate about developing socially and ethically responsible AI systems? Are you excited by the prospect of supporting projects that apply cutting-edge AI and GenAI models to solve real-world problems? Imagine working with BCG 's Responsible AI team, where you will develop and apply innovative tools for testing and evaluating new GenAI products. Your daily work would involve designing and implementing testing and evaluation frameworks to help improve product quality and ensure AI systems are safe, secure, and equitable . Join a team dedicated to exploring creative solutions and pioneering advancements in Responsible AI. Your work will influence the development of GenAI applications, focusing on transparency, accountability, and trustworthiness. On the team, you'll collaborate with brilliant minds and make a tangible impact on shaping the future of AI, ensuring it meets the highest standards for responsibility and effectiveness. You will have the opportunity to support a wide variety of projects, spanning use cases, technologies, industries, and clients. Embrace the challenge of working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, ethical innovation, and real-world applications. The Responsible AI Applied Scientist plays a critical role supporting BCG 's testing and evaluation efforts, working in conjunction with our AI and GenAI product teams to ensure alignment with our Responsible AI policy, principles, and standards, and to support the design, continuous improvement, and execution of the overall Responsible AI program at BCG. The Responsible AI Applied Sci entist will work with a diverse set of stakeholders to: Ensure responsible development of GenAI and AI products by providing Responsible AI expert support to GenAI and AI product teams, including conducting independent assessment of product -level risks and owning product evaluations Engage indep endently and directly with BCG product teams to sup port Responsible AI-related nee ds across the entire software development lifecycle of GenAI or AI product s Work with and support technical teams executing risk assessment and testing and evaluation o f GenAI and AI products Train and mentor technical teams on testing and evaluation approaches for GenAI products Remain up - to - date on emerging frameworks, standards, and technical approaches, and related issues , by participating in workshops, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations What You'll Bring 3-5+ years of experience in Responsible AI, including directly engaging with AI product teams 3+ years of industry experience in building or evaluating Generative AI models Experience in program/project management and team leadership Strong programming skills in Python and deep learning frameworks ( PyTorch , TensorFlow) Demonstrable knowledge of Responsible AI issues, trends, frameworks, and best practices Working knowledge of emerging AI regulatory and legal frameworks across the globe Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Ability to explain sophisticated data science concepts to non-technical audiences and translate analytical results into business implications Ability to think critically about ethical, social, and business risks posed by GenAI and AI systems Passion for building things and comfort working with modern data science development tools Experience designing and analyzing experiments using advanced statistical methods Experience and enthusiasm for working with Ge n AI technologies Technical Skills Must - have experience: Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent research/work experience Strong research background in empirical evaluation, experimental design, or benchmarking Deep familiarity with software engineering workflows and developer tools Experience working with or evaluating AI/ML models, preferably LLMs Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to write clear testing result reports Nice - to - have experience: Experience with quantitative social science research Familiarity with software engineering practices (e.g., unit testing, CI/CD ) Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or SQL databases Knowledge of AI risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF) Experience with d eveloper tools , including IDEs (e.g., VSCode , Pycharm ) and environment management (e.g., P yenv , C onda , P oetry , D ocker) Demonstrable contribution to open-source evaluations of GenAI Who You'll Work With You'll work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging, product-oriented environment where we advance our thinking about and operationalization of Responsible AI. You'll engage with a diverse set of stakeholders, including senior executives, A I and G enAI product teams , legal, compliance, and security teams, BCG's Chief AI Ethics Officer, the Director of the Responsible AI team, and other members of the Responsible AI team. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
As Director of External Affairs across the Bild Group of four small charities (with collective turnover of approx. £3m/yr), you will have a deep commitment to human rights and improving people s lives. You will provide strategic direction and leadership to the External Relations function across all four charities in the group, taking overall responsibility for and providing thought-leadership on our strategic approach to policy, influencing, public affairs, stakeholder engagement. You will play a lead role in planning, developing, and implementing the communication and external relations and wider engagement strategic plan to grow awareness and profile of Bild, Respond, Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) and ACT. By sharing the impact of our work and programmes in improving the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and /or mental health conditions, you will support Bild in becoming the sector leading provider of organisational and workforce development (and RRN in becoming the leading charity in reducing restrictive practices globally and Respond as leaders in trauma informed therapy). You will champion Bild and RRN s brand, vision, mission and values acting as an ambassador for the organisation both internally and externally to partners, stakeholders and media. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement an integrated communications and external relations strategy across the four charities in the group to raise our profile and to influence change which positively impacts on our beneficiaries, aligning media, campaigning, and public affairs with the charity s mission and strategic priorities Lead and inspire a high-performing team including Membership and Events Officer, Resources Coordinator and comms team as required Comms & Marketing: Plan, develop and implement strategic communications and marketing plans to maximise awareness of the Bild Group of charities across the broad spectrum of communications disciplines including media relations, stakeholder management, influencer engagement, ethical (impact focused) marketing, social and new media and the production of new materials and resources Write, develop and produce materials such as infographics, press releases, briefing documents, media statements and online information suitable for stakeholders, including people with lived experience Ensure effective marketing across all four charities focusing on impact and including ensuring we attend a range of external events and that all four websites are best practice. Influencing & Public Affairs: Working with the CEO, you will drive policy change by developing strategies to influence key decision makers through building relationships with parliamentarians, government departments, and sector stakeholders to ensure the charity's policy agenda is impactful Lead proactive and reactive media engagement, calls and requests for information in order to capitalise on suitable opportunities for maximising the reach and impact of all four charities Build our credibility as a thought leader in the sector Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships: Build and sustain strategic alliances with senior civil servants, civil society groups, and community partners to increase the organization's influence and impact Develop effective stakeholder relationship management processes that ensure partnerships of all levels are provided with a rich, immersive engagement experience with the organisation and the work that we do Identify, liaise with and ensure positive relationships with key stakeholders internal and external including media, government departments, partners, charities, providers, customers, other relevant parties to secure maximum impact for all four charities and their beneficiaries Reputation, Brand Management & Marketing: Champion the Bild group brands, promoting the mission, values and impact of the organisation and ensuring consistent, engaging narratives and high-quality storytelling across all external channels Shaping the charity's profile and protecting its reputation through media relations, digital engagement, and consistent key messaging and building our credibility as thought leaders in sector. Membership, Events & Communities: By ensuring appropriate, effective and engaging communications to all relevant audiences and stakeholders, your role will support the growth and development of our membership, Communities of Practice and the event programme (including webinars and conferences). Effectively plan, manage and lead a range of events for the Bild group of charities and associated marketing and communications Develop framework for Communities of Practice and strategy for engagement and growth Supporting Bild and RRN spokespeople with PR and media outreach Keep abreast of communications and engagement activity within the sector and demonstrate an awareness of the impact these may have on existing and future communications activity General Responsibilities Contribute to evaluation and assessment of results against KPIs and tracking activity Allocate, manage and evaluate budget spend Identify resource requirements for activity across Bild group Develop and maintain systems, databases and procedures to support Bild group communication activities Plan, monitor, appraise and report progress of activity regularly with an innate understanding of how this supports activity across the Bild group Plan, manage and oversee budgetary spend related to outsourcing specialist activities such as video editing and design Ensure communications and marketing work complies with data protection and other legal, professional and agency requirements, standards and policies Support the senior leadership team on any activity as required. Personal Development Be part of a culture of quality in all areas of communications, PR and marketing Participate and contribute to individual performance appraisal and supervision sessions Keep abreast of relevant initiatives and developments within the adult health and social care, education & disability sector and the wider communications / engagement profession Undertake relevant training, as necessary including accessing new systems and software as required to support the role. Organisational Responsibilities: Access and work within Bild s policies and procedures. Attend internal cycle of team meetings relevant to this role. Engage with line management, supervision (where appropriate) and appraisal process. Comply with data protection regulations, ensuring that information on clients, employees, volunteers and other stakeholders remains confidential. Take responsibility for personal learning and development with support from line manager. Work in a manner that facilitates equal opportunities and inclusion for all. Remain professional and respectful at all times, promoting positive relations with all those we encounter in our work. Maintain health and safety and risk awareness for self and others across the organisation. Undertake any other duties that Bild may require within the remit of this role. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. It is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review with the postholder at their annual appraisal. Person Specification Job Title Director of External Relations Exceptional copy writing and verbal communication skills Good presenting, negotiating and influencing skills Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build mutually beneficial relationships The ability to work effectively within a small team Ability to work under pressure, and plan, manage, and adapt own workload A flexible, proactive and problem-solving approach to work A motivated attitude and ability to work on own initiative A commitment to human rights and modelling accessibility and inclusion throughout activity Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as demanded by the post Fit to undertake the duties of the post. Experience/Skills/Competencies Essential Significant experience working in communications, policy and PR with demonstrable success PR and media management experience, including both online and traditional PR Experience of managing and implementing social media plans, including post development, scheduling, evaluation and monitoring feedback Experience of overseeing the design and production of print and electronic publications . click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
As Director of External Affairs across the Bild Group of four small charities (with collective turnover of approx. £3m/yr), you will have a deep commitment to human rights and improving people s lives. You will provide strategic direction and leadership to the External Relations function across all four charities in the group, taking overall responsibility for and providing thought-leadership on our strategic approach to policy, influencing, public affairs, stakeholder engagement. You will play a lead role in planning, developing, and implementing the communication and external relations and wider engagement strategic plan to grow awareness and profile of Bild, Respond, Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) and ACT. By sharing the impact of our work and programmes in improving the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and /or mental health conditions, you will support Bild in becoming the sector leading provider of organisational and workforce development (and RRN in becoming the leading charity in reducing restrictive practices globally and Respond as leaders in trauma informed therapy). You will champion Bild and RRN s brand, vision, mission and values acting as an ambassador for the organisation both internally and externally to partners, stakeholders and media. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement an integrated communications and external relations strategy across the four charities in the group to raise our profile and to influence change which positively impacts on our beneficiaries, aligning media, campaigning, and public affairs with the charity s mission and strategic priorities Lead and inspire a high-performing team including Membership and Events Officer, Resources Coordinator and comms team as required Comms & Marketing: Plan, develop and implement strategic communications and marketing plans to maximise awareness of the Bild Group of charities across the broad spectrum of communications disciplines including media relations, stakeholder management, influencer engagement, ethical (impact focused) marketing, social and new media and the production of new materials and resources Write, develop and produce materials such as infographics, press releases, briefing documents, media statements and online information suitable for stakeholders, including people with lived experience Ensure effective marketing across all four charities focusing on impact and including ensuring we attend a range of external events and that all four websites are best practice. Influencing & Public Affairs: Working with the CEO, you will drive policy change by developing strategies to influence key decision makers through building relationships with parliamentarians, government departments, and sector stakeholders to ensure the charity's policy agenda is impactful Lead proactive and reactive media engagement, calls and requests for information in order to capitalise on suitable opportunities for maximising the reach and impact of all four charities Build our credibility as a thought leader in the sector Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships: Build and sustain strategic alliances with senior civil servants, civil society groups, and community partners to increase the organization's influence and impact Develop effective stakeholder relationship management processes that ensure partnerships of all levels are provided with a rich, immersive engagement experience with the organisation and the work that we do Identify, liaise with and ensure positive relationships with key stakeholders internal and external including media, government departments, partners, charities, providers, customers, other relevant parties to secure maximum impact for all four charities and their beneficiaries Reputation, Brand Management & Marketing: Champion the Bild group brands, promoting the mission, values and impact of the organisation and ensuring consistent, engaging narratives and high-quality storytelling across all external channels Shaping the charity's profile and protecting its reputation through media relations, digital engagement, and consistent key messaging and building our credibility as thought leaders in sector. Membership, Events & Communities: By ensuring appropriate, effective and engaging communications to all relevant audiences and stakeholders, your role will support the growth and development of our membership, Communities of Practice and the event programme (including webinars and conferences). Effectively plan, manage and lead a range of events for the Bild group of charities and associated marketing and communications Develop framework for Communities of Practice and strategy for engagement and growth Supporting Bild and RRN spokespeople with PR and media outreach Keep abreast of communications and engagement activity within the sector and demonstrate an awareness of the impact these may have on existing and future communications activity General Responsibilities Contribute to evaluation and assessment of results against KPIs and tracking activity Allocate, manage and evaluate budget spend Identify resource requirements for activity across Bild group Develop and maintain systems, databases and procedures to support Bild group communication activities Plan, monitor, appraise and report progress of activity regularly with an innate understanding of how this supports activity across the Bild group Plan, manage and oversee budgetary spend related to outsourcing specialist activities such as video editing and design Ensure communications and marketing work complies with data protection and other legal, professional and agency requirements, standards and policies Support the senior leadership team on any activity as required. Personal Development Be part of a culture of quality in all areas of communications, PR and marketing Participate and contribute to individual performance appraisal and supervision sessions Keep abreast of relevant initiatives and developments within the adult health and social care, education & disability sector and the wider communications / engagement profession Undertake relevant training, as necessary including accessing new systems and software as required to support the role. Organisational Responsibilities: Access and work within Bild s policies and procedures. Attend internal cycle of team meetings relevant to this role. Engage with line management, supervision (where appropriate) and appraisal process. Comply with data protection regulations, ensuring that information on clients, employees, volunteers and other stakeholders remains confidential. Take responsibility for personal learning and development with support from line manager. Work in a manner that facilitates equal opportunities and inclusion for all. Remain professional and respectful at all times, promoting positive relations with all those we encounter in our work. Maintain health and safety and risk awareness for self and others across the organisation. Undertake any other duties that Bild may require within the remit of this role. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. It is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review with the postholder at their annual appraisal. Person Specification Job Title Director of External Relations Exceptional copy writing and verbal communication skills Good presenting, negotiating and influencing skills Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build mutually beneficial relationships The ability to work effectively within a small team Ability to work under pressure, and plan, manage, and adapt own workload A flexible, proactive and problem-solving approach to work A motivated attitude and ability to work on own initiative A commitment to human rights and modelling accessibility and inclusion throughout activity Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as demanded by the post Fit to undertake the duties of the post. Experience/Skills/Competencies Essential Significant experience working in communications, policy and PR with demonstrable success PR and media management experience, including both online and traditional PR Experience of managing and implementing social media plans, including post development, scheduling, evaluation and monitoring feedback Experience of overseeing the design and production of print and electronic publications . click apply for full job details
The Opportunity We are offering a rare and compelling opportunity for an ambitious, well-connected senior professional to build and lead a next-generation asset and property management organisation. Backed by high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and supported by a deep network of serial entrepreneurs, seasoned investors, and senior industry executives, this venture is uniquely positioned for rapid growth and long-term value creation. This is not a conventional role. It is a career-defining platform for someone ready to step into a founder-style position with the backing, capital, and strategic firepower typically unavailable at day one. The Role As Founder / Managing Director, you will: Design and launch a differentiated asset/property management business Define the investment, operational, and growth strategy Leverage your network to originate opportunities and partnerships Build and lead a high-performing team Establish the brand as a trusted, high-quality operator in the market Work closely with investors and advisors to scale the platform strategically You will have significant autonomy, with access to capital, expertise, and infrastructure to accelerate execution. About You We are looking for someone who: Operates at a senior level within asset management, real estate, or a related field Has a strong network of investors, operators, and/or deal sources Demonstrates a track record of leadership, execution, and commercial success Is entrepreneurial, driven, and ready to step beyond a traditional corporate role Has the credibility and presence to engage with sophisticated investors and stakeholders Is motivated by building something of lasting value, not just managing within an existing structure What Makes This Unique Equity participation from day one genuine ownership and upside Backing from experienced HNW investors Ongoing access to a high-calibre advisory network Freedom to shape the vision, strategy, and culture A platform designed for scale, innovation, and long-term growth
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity We are offering a rare and compelling opportunity for an ambitious, well-connected senior professional to build and lead a next-generation asset and property management organisation. Backed by high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and supported by a deep network of serial entrepreneurs, seasoned investors, and senior industry executives, this venture is uniquely positioned for rapid growth and long-term value creation. This is not a conventional role. It is a career-defining platform for someone ready to step into a founder-style position with the backing, capital, and strategic firepower typically unavailable at day one. The Role As Founder / Managing Director, you will: Design and launch a differentiated asset/property management business Define the investment, operational, and growth strategy Leverage your network to originate opportunities and partnerships Build and lead a high-performing team Establish the brand as a trusted, high-quality operator in the market Work closely with investors and advisors to scale the platform strategically You will have significant autonomy, with access to capital, expertise, and infrastructure to accelerate execution. About You We are looking for someone who: Operates at a senior level within asset management, real estate, or a related field Has a strong network of investors, operators, and/or deal sources Demonstrates a track record of leadership, execution, and commercial success Is entrepreneurial, driven, and ready to step beyond a traditional corporate role Has the credibility and presence to engage with sophisticated investors and stakeholders Is motivated by building something of lasting value, not just managing within an existing structure What Makes This Unique Equity participation from day one genuine ownership and upside Backing from experienced HNW investors Ongoing access to a high-calibre advisory network Freedom to shape the vision, strategy, and culture A platform designed for scale, innovation, and long-term growth
Solihull Action through Advocacy (SAtA)
Shirley, West Midlands
Chief Executive Officer To view the job description, click here Our client has been providing independent advocacy for vulnerable people in Solihull for over 25 years. They are now looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to join the team in this pivotal position. If you are a collaborative, hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational impact then apply today! Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Solihull, Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working options considered) Contract: Permanent Salary: £45,000 FTE Closing date: 15th April 2026 The organisation supports adults and young people with a learning disability or autism, who also may be experiencing poor mental health or complex life circumstance. It supports people to have their say, understand their rights and be fully involved in decisions about their lives and ensures their voices are heard and their choices are respected. Rooted in the local community, its small and dedicated teams are known for their person-centred approach, strong values and commitment to social justice. Enabling people to live healthier, happier and independent lives is central to their work. The organisation is entering an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen its impact. About the Opportunity We are recruiting for an inspiring and values-led CEO to lead SAtA into an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen our impact. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will guide the organisation s strategy, people, partnerships and resources to maximise positive outcomes for local people. You will also act as the charity s senior ambassador, strengthening and growing relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. You will: Inspire and support people (staff and volunteers) to deliver their best for the people they serve. Lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan, translating vision into practical outcomes. Ensure delivery of high-quality advocacy services and community projects that champion the voice of lived experience and are underpinned by robust performance monitoring and strong operational systems. Build and strengthen influential partnerships and represent them locally, regionally and nationally. Develop deep insight into health and social care systems and champion the role of advocacy. Support the Board to meet its legal and regulatory duties, providing clear data on performance, finance and risk, to inform decision making. Ensure financial sustainability, including robust financial planning, budgeting, income generation and contract management. About You You will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational confidence and a genuine commitment to advocating for those the organisation serve. You will be comfortable leading a small organisation, where flexibility, pragmatism and a willingness to be hands on are key to success. With senior leadership experience you will have a record of building trusted relationships internally and with external partners. You will have developed cultures built on collaboration and respect that motivate and support. Your awareness of funding and/or managing contracts will be underpinned by strong financial management and budget oversight and you will be able to demonstrate how you can work closely with a Board, supporting good governance. This is your opportunity to make a transformational impact in a vital charity and make a real difference for the people the organisation serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss options that support their needs. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. You may have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Operations, Director.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer To view the job description, click here Our client has been providing independent advocacy for vulnerable people in Solihull for over 25 years. They are now looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to join the team in this pivotal position. If you are a collaborative, hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational impact then apply today! Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Solihull, Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working options considered) Contract: Permanent Salary: £45,000 FTE Closing date: 15th April 2026 The organisation supports adults and young people with a learning disability or autism, who also may be experiencing poor mental health or complex life circumstance. It supports people to have their say, understand their rights and be fully involved in decisions about their lives and ensures their voices are heard and their choices are respected. Rooted in the local community, its small and dedicated teams are known for their person-centred approach, strong values and commitment to social justice. Enabling people to live healthier, happier and independent lives is central to their work. The organisation is entering an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen its impact. About the Opportunity We are recruiting for an inspiring and values-led CEO to lead SAtA into an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen our impact. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will guide the organisation s strategy, people, partnerships and resources to maximise positive outcomes for local people. You will also act as the charity s senior ambassador, strengthening and growing relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. You will: Inspire and support people (staff and volunteers) to deliver their best for the people they serve. Lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan, translating vision into practical outcomes. Ensure delivery of high-quality advocacy services and community projects that champion the voice of lived experience and are underpinned by robust performance monitoring and strong operational systems. Build and strengthen influential partnerships and represent them locally, regionally and nationally. Develop deep insight into health and social care systems and champion the role of advocacy. Support the Board to meet its legal and regulatory duties, providing clear data on performance, finance and risk, to inform decision making. Ensure financial sustainability, including robust financial planning, budgeting, income generation and contract management. About You You will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational confidence and a genuine commitment to advocating for those the organisation serve. You will be comfortable leading a small organisation, where flexibility, pragmatism and a willingness to be hands on are key to success. With senior leadership experience you will have a record of building trusted relationships internally and with external partners. You will have developed cultures built on collaboration and respect that motivate and support. Your awareness of funding and/or managing contracts will be underpinned by strong financial management and budget oversight and you will be able to demonstrate how you can work closely with a Board, supporting good governance. This is your opportunity to make a transformational impact in a vital charity and make a real difference for the people the organisation serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss options that support their needs. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. You may have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Operations, Director.
The Opportunity We are offering a rare and compelling opportunity for an ambitious, well-connected senior professional to build and lead a next-generation asset and property management organisation. Backed by high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and supported by a deep network of serial entrepreneurs, seasoned investors, and senior industry executives, this venture is uniquely positioned for rapid growth and long-term value creation. This is not a conventional role. It is a career-defining platform for someone ready to step into a founder-style position with the backing, capital, and strategic firepower typically unavailable at day one. The Role As Founder / Managing Director, you will: Design and launch a differentiated asset/property management business Define the investment, operational, and growth strategy Leverage your network to originate opportunities and partnerships Build and lead a high-performing team Establish the brand as a trusted, high-quality operator in the market Work closely with investors and advisors to scale the platform strategically You will have significant autonomy, with access to capital, expertise, and infrastructure to accelerate execution. About You We are looking for someone who: Operates at a senior level within asset management, real estate, or a related field Has a strong network of investors, operators, and/or deal sources Demonstrates a track record of leadership, execution, and commercial success Is entrepreneurial, driven, and ready to step beyond a traditional corporate role Has the credibility and presence to engage with sophisticated investors and stakeholders Is motivated by building something of lasting value, not just managing within an existing structure What Makes This Unique Equity participation from day one genuine ownership and upside Backing from experienced HNW investors Ongoing access to a high-calibre advisory network Freedom to shape the vision, strategy, and culture A platform designed for scale, innovation, and long-term growth
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity We are offering a rare and compelling opportunity for an ambitious, well-connected senior professional to build and lead a next-generation asset and property management organisation. Backed by high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and supported by a deep network of serial entrepreneurs, seasoned investors, and senior industry executives, this venture is uniquely positioned for rapid growth and long-term value creation. This is not a conventional role. It is a career-defining platform for someone ready to step into a founder-style position with the backing, capital, and strategic firepower typically unavailable at day one. The Role As Founder / Managing Director, you will: Design and launch a differentiated asset/property management business Define the investment, operational, and growth strategy Leverage your network to originate opportunities and partnerships Build and lead a high-performing team Establish the brand as a trusted, high-quality operator in the market Work closely with investors and advisors to scale the platform strategically You will have significant autonomy, with access to capital, expertise, and infrastructure to accelerate execution. About You We are looking for someone who: Operates at a senior level within asset management, real estate, or a related field Has a strong network of investors, operators, and/or deal sources Demonstrates a track record of leadership, execution, and commercial success Is entrepreneurial, driven, and ready to step beyond a traditional corporate role Has the credibility and presence to engage with sophisticated investors and stakeholders Is motivated by building something of lasting value, not just managing within an existing structure What Makes This Unique Equity participation from day one genuine ownership and upside Backing from experienced HNW investors Ongoing access to a high-calibre advisory network Freedom to shape the vision, strategy, and culture A platform designed for scale, innovation, and long-term growth
Imagine yourself in a role where your professional growth and creativity are championed every step of the way. Opus is the UK s largest independent Managed Service Providers, recently ranked as World class by the Best Companies to work for awards. Be a key player in our Marketing team The Marketing Executive role will focus on driving engagement, building brand authority, and supporting the sales team through delivery of high-impact content and automation. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will be a hands-on doer who is trusted to work self-directed, manage multiple priorities at once, and take ownership of delivery from idea through to execution. You will create sales-focused content and campaigns, using LLMs and AI tools to scale production across web, email, and social channels, with a focus on developing client case studies, proof points and content that clearly communicates customer value, credibility and results. As a key driver of the company s HubSpot and Salesloft ecosystems, you will manage complex email workflows, track and report on campaign performance, and deliver insight-led activity that helps generate engagement, enable sales, and drive commercial impact. Additionally, you will be responsible for: • Supporting the planning, management and delivery of internal/external events • Assisting both the Marketing Director and the Marketing Development Executive with ad hoc marketing related requests when required Salary £40-£45k DOE Hybrid working for a good work/life balance To start July 2026 Other organisations may call this role Marketing Assistant, Marketing Officer or Marketing and Communications officer The talents we are excited to see You will have the following experience/skills: • 4 years Marketing experience • Degree or equivalent CIM Marketing qualification • IT Competency with the MS Suite • Adobe Creative Suite or Canva. • Familiarity with WordPress or equivalent CMS Exposure to CRM database • Email marketing proficient • Previous experience of using LLMs for business • Proactive, self- motivated and pragmatic approach to work • Recognises the importance of building excellent working relations with all suppliers, colleagues and our sales team • An eye for detail with the ability to effectively prioritise and organise tasks, manage time and meet deadlines Your exclusive benefits • A comprehensive Private Healthcare and Cash Plan • Pension and life insurance • Entry to the £3,000 quarterly Dreamball draw • Personalised training and development pathways • Regular fully funded companywide events • Monthly outstanding performer accolades • Enriching paid volunteering days • A rewarding Refer a friend scheme (£1,000) • The flexibility to adjust your holiday allowance (25 days pa) • Complimentary daily breakfasts in the office Where your values align with ours Work together to win together Be brave and think differently Own it and never give up Strive to be the best Stay curious and keep learning Meet Opus Established in 1992, we are different to the rest, priding ourselves on being a customer-driven and service-led technology provider. Our focus is delivering tailored technology with purpose and building long-term partnerships with our clients. In 2023, we launched the next phase of our ambitious growth strategy with the goal of doubling our turnover by 2026. We're on track to meet this target, and we're seeking top talent like you to join us on this exciting journey. By joining Opus, you embark on an exhilarating journey filled with impactful projects and continuous professional development, empowering you to expand your expertise and leave a significant mark on businesses nationally. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team and help us reach new heights, we'd love to hear from you. Please note this role is to start in July 2026
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Imagine yourself in a role where your professional growth and creativity are championed every step of the way. Opus is the UK s largest independent Managed Service Providers, recently ranked as World class by the Best Companies to work for awards. Be a key player in our Marketing team The Marketing Executive role will focus on driving engagement, building brand authority, and supporting the sales team through delivery of high-impact content and automation. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will be a hands-on doer who is trusted to work self-directed, manage multiple priorities at once, and take ownership of delivery from idea through to execution. You will create sales-focused content and campaigns, using LLMs and AI tools to scale production across web, email, and social channels, with a focus on developing client case studies, proof points and content that clearly communicates customer value, credibility and results. As a key driver of the company s HubSpot and Salesloft ecosystems, you will manage complex email workflows, track and report on campaign performance, and deliver insight-led activity that helps generate engagement, enable sales, and drive commercial impact. Additionally, you will be responsible for: • Supporting the planning, management and delivery of internal/external events • Assisting both the Marketing Director and the Marketing Development Executive with ad hoc marketing related requests when required Salary £40-£45k DOE Hybrid working for a good work/life balance To start July 2026 Other organisations may call this role Marketing Assistant, Marketing Officer or Marketing and Communications officer The talents we are excited to see You will have the following experience/skills: • 4 years Marketing experience • Degree or equivalent CIM Marketing qualification • IT Competency with the MS Suite • Adobe Creative Suite or Canva. • Familiarity with WordPress or equivalent CMS Exposure to CRM database • Email marketing proficient • Previous experience of using LLMs for business • Proactive, self- motivated and pragmatic approach to work • Recognises the importance of building excellent working relations with all suppliers, colleagues and our sales team • An eye for detail with the ability to effectively prioritise and organise tasks, manage time and meet deadlines Your exclusive benefits • A comprehensive Private Healthcare and Cash Plan • Pension and life insurance • Entry to the £3,000 quarterly Dreamball draw • Personalised training and development pathways • Regular fully funded companywide events • Monthly outstanding performer accolades • Enriching paid volunteering days • A rewarding Refer a friend scheme (£1,000) • The flexibility to adjust your holiday allowance (25 days pa) • Complimentary daily breakfasts in the office Where your values align with ours Work together to win together Be brave and think differently Own it and never give up Strive to be the best Stay curious and keep learning Meet Opus Established in 1992, we are different to the rest, priding ourselves on being a customer-driven and service-led technology provider. Our focus is delivering tailored technology with purpose and building long-term partnerships with our clients. In 2023, we launched the next phase of our ambitious growth strategy with the goal of doubling our turnover by 2026. We're on track to meet this target, and we're seeking top talent like you to join us on this exciting journey. By joining Opus, you embark on an exhilarating journey filled with impactful projects and continuous professional development, empowering you to expand your expertise and leave a significant mark on businesses nationally. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team and help us reach new heights, we'd love to hear from you. Please note this role is to start in July 2026
Job Title: Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist Salary: £65,000 per annum, plus 15% ILW if applicable Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, Liverpool, London, or Newcastle, with travel to other centres when required Reports to: Director of Clinical Services THE CHARITY Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. James Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn t find it. James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need. In early 2026 we will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands. THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist to join our expanding clinical directorate. The Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist is a senior clinical leader responsible for the delivery, governance, quality and continuous improvement of the organisation s therapeutic suicide prevention model. The Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist reports to the Director of Clinical Services who retains overall strategic, executive and corporate accountability for all aspects of clinical services across the organisation. Within this structure, the Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist plays a pivotal leadership role in translating strategic direction into operational delivery of therapeutic services. The postholder ensures consistency, quality, safety and fidelity of clinical practice across centres, working closely with Heads of Centres and clinical staff to embed standards, manage risk and drive service improvement. The role combines coordination and delivery of specialist clinical expertise, leadership, research and evaluation, clinical training and opportunity to deputise for the Director of Clinical Services in defined areas of delegated responsibility. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Advanced Specialist Clinical Practice Provide expert consultation on cases involving increased risk Operate with high autonomy in complex, high-stakes clinical decision-making Model advanced formulation, safety planning and therapeutic engagement Support multidisciplinary decision-making in situations with significant clinical and organisational implications Hold a small, specialised caseload offering welcome assessment and interventions Research and Evaluation Review existing research and literature to inform your own work Lead clinical audit and service evaluation programmes Initiate and oversee research activity in suicide prevention Develop academic partnerships where appropriate Disseminate learning internally and externally Analyse and interpret data and other information Comply with ethical, legal, and health and safety requirements when undertaking research Clinical Training Lead on advanced clinical training frameworks Design and (co)deliver suicide prevention and risk management training Develop and maintain clinical competency frameworks Provide supervision to senior clinicians and specialist practitioners as required Embed reflective practice and continuous professional development structures Service Performance, Quality Data Leadership Establish and monitor KPIs and clinical outcome measures Interpret complex clinical and operational data to inform service improvement Lead quality improvement initiatives across centres Ensure robust data governance and confidentiality standards Oversee digital safety and governance in remote or technology-enabled delivery Use evaluation findings to influence strategic and commissioning discussions Strategic and Service Leadership Support implementation of the Director of Clinical Services strategic vision for therapeutic services Lead operational delivery of the organisation s suicide prevention therapeutic model across centres Translate organisational strategy into clear clinical standards, competencies and delivery expectations Work collaboratively with Heads of Centres to ensure consistent standards of care, governance and risk management Provide professional leadership and clinical direction to Principal-, Senior- and Suicide Prevention Therapists Ensure fidelity to evidence-based suicide prevention frameworks Represent the organisation in multi-agency suicide prevention partnerships and regional forums Escalate systemic risks, quality concerns and strategic issues appropriately Clinical Governance and Organisational Risk Lead and maintain the clinical governance framework for suicide prevention services Oversee serious incident review processes and ensure implementation of organisational learning Lead on governance, audit and risk reporting relating to therapeutic services Ensure safeguarding standards are consistently embedded across centres Develop and review organisational policies relating to suicide risk management and crisis response Ensure readiness for internal and external inspection and compliance within our agreed quality standards Manage high level clinical risks with potential organisational or reputational impact Financial and Resource Responsibility Hold delegated responsibility for defined elements of the service budget (e.g., training, research or service development) Contribute to workforce planning and establishment modelling Ensure effective and efficient use of clinical resources Provide input into business cases and funding proposals Leadership and Line Management Provide direct line management to designated colleagues Hold responsibility for appraisal, performance management and capability processes Provide professional leadership across all therapist grades Support Heads of Centres in managing complex clinical performance or risk issues Ensure safe caseload allocation and supervision structures Contribute to recruitment and workforce development strategy Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead culturally competent and trauma-informed suicide prevention practice Address inequalities in access, experience and outcomes Promote inclusive, anti-discriminatory clinical standards and practice across services PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Qualifications Professional qualification in Psychology, Psychotherapy, Counselling, Psychiatry, Nursing, Social Work, or equivalent Current registration with relevant statutory body or accredited membership of recognised professional body (e.g., Health and Care Professions Council, NMC, UKCP, BACP, BABCP) Experience Substantial post-qualification experience working with individuals at high risk of suicide Experience leading clinical governance frameworks Experience managing serious incident reviews and embedding learning Experience contributing to organisational strategy implementation Experience delivering advanced supervision and training Experience influencing service delivery across multiple teams or sites Experience interpreting complex service data to drive improvement Experience operating with significant professional autonomy Knowledge Advanced knowledge of suicide theory, risk formulation and evidence-based interventions Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and practice relevant clinical governance frameworks Understanding of best practice models, and quality standards Knowledge of outcome measurement systems and quality improvement methodology Awareness of national suicide prevention strategies and policy landscape Skills and Competencies Advanced clinical risk assessment and formulation skills Strategic thinking and systems leadership Ability to translate strategy into operational delivery Strong analytical and data interpretation capability, to design, conduct and evaluate research Skilled in influencing senior stakeholders High emotional resilience and professional integrity Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills Desirable Qualifications . click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist Salary: £65,000 per annum, plus 15% ILW if applicable Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, Liverpool, London, or Newcastle, with travel to other centres when required Reports to: Director of Clinical Services THE CHARITY Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. James Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn t find it. James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need. In early 2026 we will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands. THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist to join our expanding clinical directorate. The Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist is a senior clinical leader responsible for the delivery, governance, quality and continuous improvement of the organisation s therapeutic suicide prevention model. The Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist reports to the Director of Clinical Services who retains overall strategic, executive and corporate accountability for all aspects of clinical services across the organisation. Within this structure, the Consultant Suicide Prevention Therapist plays a pivotal leadership role in translating strategic direction into operational delivery of therapeutic services. The postholder ensures consistency, quality, safety and fidelity of clinical practice across centres, working closely with Heads of Centres and clinical staff to embed standards, manage risk and drive service improvement. The role combines coordination and delivery of specialist clinical expertise, leadership, research and evaluation, clinical training and opportunity to deputise for the Director of Clinical Services in defined areas of delegated responsibility. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Advanced Specialist Clinical Practice Provide expert consultation on cases involving increased risk Operate with high autonomy in complex, high-stakes clinical decision-making Model advanced formulation, safety planning and therapeutic engagement Support multidisciplinary decision-making in situations with significant clinical and organisational implications Hold a small, specialised caseload offering welcome assessment and interventions Research and Evaluation Review existing research and literature to inform your own work Lead clinical audit and service evaluation programmes Initiate and oversee research activity in suicide prevention Develop academic partnerships where appropriate Disseminate learning internally and externally Analyse and interpret data and other information Comply with ethical, legal, and health and safety requirements when undertaking research Clinical Training Lead on advanced clinical training frameworks Design and (co)deliver suicide prevention and risk management training Develop and maintain clinical competency frameworks Provide supervision to senior clinicians and specialist practitioners as required Embed reflective practice and continuous professional development structures Service Performance, Quality Data Leadership Establish and monitor KPIs and clinical outcome measures Interpret complex clinical and operational data to inform service improvement Lead quality improvement initiatives across centres Ensure robust data governance and confidentiality standards Oversee digital safety and governance in remote or technology-enabled delivery Use evaluation findings to influence strategic and commissioning discussions Strategic and Service Leadership Support implementation of the Director of Clinical Services strategic vision for therapeutic services Lead operational delivery of the organisation s suicide prevention therapeutic model across centres Translate organisational strategy into clear clinical standards, competencies and delivery expectations Work collaboratively with Heads of Centres to ensure consistent standards of care, governance and risk management Provide professional leadership and clinical direction to Principal-, Senior- and Suicide Prevention Therapists Ensure fidelity to evidence-based suicide prevention frameworks Represent the organisation in multi-agency suicide prevention partnerships and regional forums Escalate systemic risks, quality concerns and strategic issues appropriately Clinical Governance and Organisational Risk Lead and maintain the clinical governance framework for suicide prevention services Oversee serious incident review processes and ensure implementation of organisational learning Lead on governance, audit and risk reporting relating to therapeutic services Ensure safeguarding standards are consistently embedded across centres Develop and review organisational policies relating to suicide risk management and crisis response Ensure readiness for internal and external inspection and compliance within our agreed quality standards Manage high level clinical risks with potential organisational or reputational impact Financial and Resource Responsibility Hold delegated responsibility for defined elements of the service budget (e.g., training, research or service development) Contribute to workforce planning and establishment modelling Ensure effective and efficient use of clinical resources Provide input into business cases and funding proposals Leadership and Line Management Provide direct line management to designated colleagues Hold responsibility for appraisal, performance management and capability processes Provide professional leadership across all therapist grades Support Heads of Centres in managing complex clinical performance or risk issues Ensure safe caseload allocation and supervision structures Contribute to recruitment and workforce development strategy Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead culturally competent and trauma-informed suicide prevention practice Address inequalities in access, experience and outcomes Promote inclusive, anti-discriminatory clinical standards and practice across services PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Qualifications Professional qualification in Psychology, Psychotherapy, Counselling, Psychiatry, Nursing, Social Work, or equivalent Current registration with relevant statutory body or accredited membership of recognised professional body (e.g., Health and Care Professions Council, NMC, UKCP, BACP, BABCP) Experience Substantial post-qualification experience working with individuals at high risk of suicide Experience leading clinical governance frameworks Experience managing serious incident reviews and embedding learning Experience contributing to organisational strategy implementation Experience delivering advanced supervision and training Experience influencing service delivery across multiple teams or sites Experience interpreting complex service data to drive improvement Experience operating with significant professional autonomy Knowledge Advanced knowledge of suicide theory, risk formulation and evidence-based interventions Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and practice relevant clinical governance frameworks Understanding of best practice models, and quality standards Knowledge of outcome measurement systems and quality improvement methodology Awareness of national suicide prevention strategies and policy landscape Skills and Competencies Advanced clinical risk assessment and formulation skills Strategic thinking and systems leadership Ability to translate strategy into operational delivery Strong analytical and data interpretation capability, to design, conduct and evaluate research Skilled in influencing senior stakeholders High emotional resilience and professional integrity Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills Desirable Qualifications . click apply for full job details
Job Title: Assistant Director - Licensing and Regulation Location: London Borough of Newham, East Ham Town Hall Contract Type: Temporary / Interim Hours: Full Time Rate: 550 per day Working arrangments: Hyrbid Adecco are recruiting on behalf of the London Borough of Newham for an experienced Assistant Director - Licensing and Regulation to provide strategic leadership across a key regulatory portfolio within the council's Environment and Sustainable Transport Directorate. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced regulatory professional to shape and deliver services that protect residents, businesses and visitors across the borough. The Role As Assistant Director - Licensing and Regulation, you will provide strategic leadership and operational accountability for a range of regulatory services. You will lead teams responsible for ensuring public safety, regulatory compliance and high-quality service delivery across Newham. You will play a key role within the Departmental Management Team, working collaboratively with senior leaders, elected members and external partners to deliver the council's regulatory priorities. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and operational oversight of Licensing and Regulatory Services. Oversee services including Trading Standards, Licensing, Safety at Sports Grounds, Animal Welfare , and Safety Advisory Groups . Manage and develop partnerships with key stakeholders including the GLA Primary Authority Contract and stadium safety partners. Support the Assistant Director for Public Protection as required and deputise when necessary. Contribute to the strategic direction of Community Safety and Regulatory Services as part of the Departmental Management Team. Ensure services operate effectively, meet statutory obligations and deliver high standards for residents and businesses. About You We are looking for a senior leader with significant experience in regulatory services within the public sector. You will demonstrate: Extensive experience leading licensing or regulatory services within a local authority or similar environment. Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to manage large, complex teams. Experience working at a strategic level , contributing to service transformation and organisational objectives. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with elected members, partners and external agencies. A strong understanding of the regulatory landscape including licensing, trading standards, public protection and safety compliance . Why Join? This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of London's most dynamic boroughs, leading services that play a vital role in protecting communities and supporting responsible businesses. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Adecco Public Sector Recruitment for further information. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Mar 31, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Assistant Director - Licensing and Regulation Location: London Borough of Newham, East Ham Town Hall Contract Type: Temporary / Interim Hours: Full Time Rate: 550 per day Working arrangments: Hyrbid Adecco are recruiting on behalf of the London Borough of Newham for an experienced Assistant Director - Licensing and Regulation to provide strategic leadership across a key regulatory portfolio within the council's Environment and Sustainable Transport Directorate. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced regulatory professional to shape and deliver services that protect residents, businesses and visitors across the borough. The Role As Assistant Director - Licensing and Regulation, you will provide strategic leadership and operational accountability for a range of regulatory services. You will lead teams responsible for ensuring public safety, regulatory compliance and high-quality service delivery across Newham. You will play a key role within the Departmental Management Team, working collaboratively with senior leaders, elected members and external partners to deliver the council's regulatory priorities. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and operational oversight of Licensing and Regulatory Services. Oversee services including Trading Standards, Licensing, Safety at Sports Grounds, Animal Welfare , and Safety Advisory Groups . Manage and develop partnerships with key stakeholders including the GLA Primary Authority Contract and stadium safety partners. Support the Assistant Director for Public Protection as required and deputise when necessary. Contribute to the strategic direction of Community Safety and Regulatory Services as part of the Departmental Management Team. Ensure services operate effectively, meet statutory obligations and deliver high standards for residents and businesses. About You We are looking for a senior leader with significant experience in regulatory services within the public sector. You will demonstrate: Extensive experience leading licensing or regulatory services within a local authority or similar environment. Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to manage large, complex teams. Experience working at a strategic level , contributing to service transformation and organisational objectives. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with elected members, partners and external agencies. A strong understanding of the regulatory landscape including licensing, trading standards, public protection and safety compliance . Why Join? This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of London's most dynamic boroughs, leading services that play a vital role in protecting communities and supporting responsible businesses. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Adecco Public Sector Recruitment for further information. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Cambridge Past Present and Future
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Chief Executive Officer This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on the executive leadership of a highly respected and effective charity working within and around Cambridge. Join a charity that aims to protect, enhance and celebrate the landscape, heritage and nature that make Cambridge a special place, for today and for generations to come. Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Cambridge/Hybrid (1 day per week working from home) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (part-time or job share considered) Salary: £65 - £75k dependent on skills and experience. Contract: Permanent Benefits: 33 days annual holiday entitlement pro rata, includes allowance for Bank Holidays. Pension contribution of up to 5% of gross pay. Flexible delivery of hours. Remote working options. Free on-site parking Closing Date: 5pm on Monday 13 April. The Role This charity is a small but complex organisation. It owns greenspaces, nature reserves and historic properties that welcome thousands of visitors every year; it runs a busy outdoor education and events programme and delivers civic initiatives such as the Blue Plaque scheme for Cambridge; it is a driving force in the Cambridge Nature Network; it responds to hundreds of planning proposals that could have a harmful impact on Cambridge s landscapes, nature or special character and runs major campaigns when needed. It combines hands-on land and property management with being a highly respected and effective voice influencing the sustainable development of Cambridge. The CEO is responsible for ensuring that all green spaces and historic buildings in the charity s care are protected and enhanced, and that the influence on the development of the greater Cambridge area is as strong as it can be. Balancing demands across all areas of the charity s work is a major part of the role, informed by a strategy and strategic plan that guides prioritisation and focus in any given year. You will play a primary role in local advocacy, influence and the development of external partnerships and opportunities, and support the staff team in delivering the other areas. Main areas of responsibility include: Inspiring and Supportive Leadership Strategy Development and Delivery People and Organisation Development Finance and Governance Influence and Advocacy About You With sound finances and a small but effective staff team, we are looking for an inspirational and supportive leader who has the experience and knowledge required to help the charity flourish and rise to the opportunities and challenges of the coming years. You will bring with you the following key skills and experience: Degree or equivalent higher professional qualification, in management or a subject relevant to the role. Experience managing a team at a senior level. Proven ability to lead and motivate a senior team. Excellent oral and written communication skills across multiple audiences. Proven ability to network, advocate and positively influence at a high level. Experience of collaborative and partnership working to achieve more impact. Good professional understanding or experience of managing either natural habitats or built heritage, or both. Experience in strategy development and delivery, turning an ambitious vision into actionable plans. Experience of developing projects and project management, delivering practical outcomes to time and to budget. Experience in budgeting and financial management across multiple work areas. An understanding of town planning issues and the English development process, or willingness to learn. A good negotiator who can listen, influence, respond and follow up appropriately. High levels of self-awareness, emotional intelligence and empathy. Competency with a range of IT software and communications mechanisms. Our ideal candidate will live within Cambridge or the surrounding region and have had senior management experience in a relevant organisation. If this sounds like you then apply today! A full clean driving licence and proof of the right to work in the UK are required for this role. When applying you will be asked to submit a CV and Cover Letter. Please note that we are unable to consider anyone for the role if they haven t submitted both documents. About the Organisation The charity cares for the green setting of Cambridge and its most valuable landscapes and is working to enhance and connect them for nature and people. They inspire people of all ages to get outdoors and help them to enjoy, learn about and get involved with their local environment, heritage and culture. You may also have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Managing Director, Head of Operations, Deputy CEO, Deputy Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Department Head, Head of. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on the executive leadership of a highly respected and effective charity working within and around Cambridge. Join a charity that aims to protect, enhance and celebrate the landscape, heritage and nature that make Cambridge a special place, for today and for generations to come. Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Cambridge/Hybrid (1 day per week working from home) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (part-time or job share considered) Salary: £65 - £75k dependent on skills and experience. Contract: Permanent Benefits: 33 days annual holiday entitlement pro rata, includes allowance for Bank Holidays. Pension contribution of up to 5% of gross pay. Flexible delivery of hours. Remote working options. Free on-site parking Closing Date: 5pm on Monday 13 April. The Role This charity is a small but complex organisation. It owns greenspaces, nature reserves and historic properties that welcome thousands of visitors every year; it runs a busy outdoor education and events programme and delivers civic initiatives such as the Blue Plaque scheme for Cambridge; it is a driving force in the Cambridge Nature Network; it responds to hundreds of planning proposals that could have a harmful impact on Cambridge s landscapes, nature or special character and runs major campaigns when needed. It combines hands-on land and property management with being a highly respected and effective voice influencing the sustainable development of Cambridge. The CEO is responsible for ensuring that all green spaces and historic buildings in the charity s care are protected and enhanced, and that the influence on the development of the greater Cambridge area is as strong as it can be. Balancing demands across all areas of the charity s work is a major part of the role, informed by a strategy and strategic plan that guides prioritisation and focus in any given year. You will play a primary role in local advocacy, influence and the development of external partnerships and opportunities, and support the staff team in delivering the other areas. Main areas of responsibility include: Inspiring and Supportive Leadership Strategy Development and Delivery People and Organisation Development Finance and Governance Influence and Advocacy About You With sound finances and a small but effective staff team, we are looking for an inspirational and supportive leader who has the experience and knowledge required to help the charity flourish and rise to the opportunities and challenges of the coming years. You will bring with you the following key skills and experience: Degree or equivalent higher professional qualification, in management or a subject relevant to the role. Experience managing a team at a senior level. Proven ability to lead and motivate a senior team. Excellent oral and written communication skills across multiple audiences. Proven ability to network, advocate and positively influence at a high level. Experience of collaborative and partnership working to achieve more impact. Good professional understanding or experience of managing either natural habitats or built heritage, or both. Experience in strategy development and delivery, turning an ambitious vision into actionable plans. Experience of developing projects and project management, delivering practical outcomes to time and to budget. Experience in budgeting and financial management across multiple work areas. An understanding of town planning issues and the English development process, or willingness to learn. A good negotiator who can listen, influence, respond and follow up appropriately. High levels of self-awareness, emotional intelligence and empathy. Competency with a range of IT software and communications mechanisms. Our ideal candidate will live within Cambridge or the surrounding region and have had senior management experience in a relevant organisation. If this sounds like you then apply today! A full clean driving licence and proof of the right to work in the UK are required for this role. When applying you will be asked to submit a CV and Cover Letter. Please note that we are unable to consider anyone for the role if they haven t submitted both documents. About the Organisation The charity cares for the green setting of Cambridge and its most valuable landscapes and is working to enhance and connect them for nature and people. They inspire people of all ages to get outdoors and help them to enjoy, learn about and get involved with their local environment, heritage and culture. You may also have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Managing Director, Head of Operations, Deputy CEO, Deputy Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Department Head, Head of. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Commercial Director Reporting To: Managing Director Location: Welham Green, Hertfordshire Role and Responsibilities The Commercial Director is responsible for leading the company s commercial strategy to drive sustainable revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion. The role oversees sales, business development, customer relationships, pricing strategy, and contract negotiations while ensuring alignment with the company s operational and manufacturing capabilities. The Commercial Director plays a key role in identifying new market opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and strengthening the company s position within gear manufacturing sectors such as aerospace, defence, medical, energy, or industrial manufacturing. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities and tasks and can be amended at any time according to the business requirements. Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy: Develop and implement the company s commercial strategy to achieve revenue and profit targets. Identify new business opportunities, market segments, and strategic partnerships. Lead long-term sales planning aligned with company growth objectives. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies within the gear manufacturing sector. Sales and Business Development: Lead and manage the sales and business development team. Develop key account strategies for major customers. Drive new customer acquisition and contract wins. Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic clients and stakeholders. Pricing and Contract Management: Develop competitive pricing strategies aligned with cost structures and margin objectives. Lead commercial negotiations for major contracts and framework agreements. Ensure all commercial agreements mitigate risk and protect company interests. Work closely with legal and finance on contract terms and compliance. Customer Relationship Management: Maintain high-level relationships with key customers and partners. Ensure excellent customer experience and long-term client retention. Act as the senior escalation point for major commercial issues. Cross-Functional Leadership: Work closely with operations, engineering, and production teams to ensure commercial commitments align with delivery capabilities. Collaborate with finance to manage forecasts, budgets, and profitability. Support operational planning through accurate sales forecasting. Financial Performance: Deliver revenue growth and margin targets. Monitor sales performance and pipeline management. Provide regular commercial performance reports to the executive team. Leadership and Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the commercial team. Build a high-performance sales culture focused on accountability and results. Recruit and develop talent within the commercial function. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Order intake New business Customer retention rate / customer satisfaction (net promoter score) Price Skills and Experience Essential: Significant commercial leadership experience in precision engineering, advanced manufacturing, or industrial sectors. Proven track record of delivering orderbook growth and strategic business development. Experience managing complex B2B sales cycles and technical products. Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills. Experience leading and developing sales teams. Strong financial and commercial acumen. Own AS9100 processes. Desirable: Experience in sectors such as aerospace, defence and medical devices. Knowledge of CNC machining, precision components, or advanced manufacturing processes. International sales or export experience. Qualifications Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. MBA or equivalent commercial qualification. Or by experience. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with strong business acumen. Results-driven with strong leadership capability. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong relationship builder with customers and partners. Ability to operate effectively at all levels.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Commercial Director Reporting To: Managing Director Location: Welham Green, Hertfordshire Role and Responsibilities The Commercial Director is responsible for leading the company s commercial strategy to drive sustainable revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion. The role oversees sales, business development, customer relationships, pricing strategy, and contract negotiations while ensuring alignment with the company s operational and manufacturing capabilities. The Commercial Director plays a key role in identifying new market opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and strengthening the company s position within gear manufacturing sectors such as aerospace, defence, medical, energy, or industrial manufacturing. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities and tasks and can be amended at any time according to the business requirements. Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy: Develop and implement the company s commercial strategy to achieve revenue and profit targets. Identify new business opportunities, market segments, and strategic partnerships. Lead long-term sales planning aligned with company growth objectives. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies within the gear manufacturing sector. Sales and Business Development: Lead and manage the sales and business development team. Develop key account strategies for major customers. Drive new customer acquisition and contract wins. Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic clients and stakeholders. Pricing and Contract Management: Develop competitive pricing strategies aligned with cost structures and margin objectives. Lead commercial negotiations for major contracts and framework agreements. Ensure all commercial agreements mitigate risk and protect company interests. Work closely with legal and finance on contract terms and compliance. Customer Relationship Management: Maintain high-level relationships with key customers and partners. Ensure excellent customer experience and long-term client retention. Act as the senior escalation point for major commercial issues. Cross-Functional Leadership: Work closely with operations, engineering, and production teams to ensure commercial commitments align with delivery capabilities. Collaborate with finance to manage forecasts, budgets, and profitability. Support operational planning through accurate sales forecasting. Financial Performance: Deliver revenue growth and margin targets. Monitor sales performance and pipeline management. Provide regular commercial performance reports to the executive team. Leadership and Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the commercial team. Build a high-performance sales culture focused on accountability and results. Recruit and develop talent within the commercial function. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Order intake New business Customer retention rate / customer satisfaction (net promoter score) Price Skills and Experience Essential: Significant commercial leadership experience in precision engineering, advanced manufacturing, or industrial sectors. Proven track record of delivering orderbook growth and strategic business development. Experience managing complex B2B sales cycles and technical products. Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills. Experience leading and developing sales teams. Strong financial and commercial acumen. Own AS9100 processes. Desirable: Experience in sectors such as aerospace, defence and medical devices. Knowledge of CNC machining, precision components, or advanced manufacturing processes. International sales or export experience. Qualifications Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. MBA or equivalent commercial qualification. Or by experience. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with strong business acumen. Results-driven with strong leadership capability. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong relationship builder with customers and partners. Ability to operate effectively at all levels.
Chief Executive Officer ACE Anglia is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis in this exciting hybrid leadership role based in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Company benefits include: Competitive Salary: £62,049 per annum Holiday: 5 weeks plus bank holidays and your birthday off Pension: 3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution (higher optional) Additional: Hybrid working between home and Stowmarket office About the role: The Chief Executive Officer will provide visionary, inclusive, and empowering leadership to ACE Anglia, ensuring the organisation delivers on its mission and continues to grow its impact. This is a unique opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation that champions co-production, collaboration, and innovation. You will oversee the organisation s day-to-day operations, drive strategic planning, lead on funding and partnerships, and work closely with Trustees to ensure strong governance and long-term sustainability. Working hours for this role will be 35 hours per week (37.5 including a 30-minute lunch) Your key duties will include: Providing strategic leadership and overseeing organisational operations Developing and implementing medium-term strategic plans Leading, motivating, and mentoring senior staff and team leaders Identifying and securing funding opportunities, including bids and tenders Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, commissioners, and partners Working closely with Trustees and the self advocate advisory panel providing updates on performance, risks, and progress Managing organisational finances, budgets, and ensuring sustainability Acting as the public face and spokesperson for the organisation Supporting marketing, communications, and partnership development Embedding a culture of co-production, collaboration, and innovation Working with the Director of HR and Operations on workforce planning, performance, and organisational development About you: As a successful Chief Executive Officer , you will have proven experience in a senior leadership role such as CEO or Executive Director within a non-profit or similar organisation. You will bring strong strategic leadership skills, business acumen, and a track record of organisational growth, bid writing and income generation. You will have experience of working with a Board of Trustees and be confident managing stakeholder relationships at all levels. You will be an excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal and public speaking skills, and the ability to inspire and influence others. You will ideally have experience working with diverse communities, including people with learning disabilities and autistic people, and a strong understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. You will be innovative, solutions-focused, and emotionally intelligent, with the ability to build high-performing teams, manage change, and drive continuous improvement. About them: ACE Anglia is a highly influential people led independent advocacy organisation based in Suffolk. Their vision is: "A world where everyone has their voice heard so that people live good lives as part of their community with the right support, at the right time from the right people." ACE Anglia is committed to empowering individuals, promoting independence, and ensuring people are at the centre of decisions that affect their lives. Their culture is collaborative, flexible, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on co-production and shared success. Please Note: This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Chief Executive Officer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV with a supporting cover letter as the first page of your CV, as soon as possible. If you would like a copy of the job description or person specification, please contact Spider to obtain a copy. We look forward to hearing from you. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk folder for any correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as possible so that appropriate arrangements can be made. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. You may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondence on receipt of your application.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer ACE Anglia is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis in this exciting hybrid leadership role based in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Company benefits include: Competitive Salary: £62,049 per annum Holiday: 5 weeks plus bank holidays and your birthday off Pension: 3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution (higher optional) Additional: Hybrid working between home and Stowmarket office About the role: The Chief Executive Officer will provide visionary, inclusive, and empowering leadership to ACE Anglia, ensuring the organisation delivers on its mission and continues to grow its impact. This is a unique opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation that champions co-production, collaboration, and innovation. You will oversee the organisation s day-to-day operations, drive strategic planning, lead on funding and partnerships, and work closely with Trustees to ensure strong governance and long-term sustainability. Working hours for this role will be 35 hours per week (37.5 including a 30-minute lunch) Your key duties will include: Providing strategic leadership and overseeing organisational operations Developing and implementing medium-term strategic plans Leading, motivating, and mentoring senior staff and team leaders Identifying and securing funding opportunities, including bids and tenders Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, commissioners, and partners Working closely with Trustees and the self advocate advisory panel providing updates on performance, risks, and progress Managing organisational finances, budgets, and ensuring sustainability Acting as the public face and spokesperson for the organisation Supporting marketing, communications, and partnership development Embedding a culture of co-production, collaboration, and innovation Working with the Director of HR and Operations on workforce planning, performance, and organisational development About you: As a successful Chief Executive Officer , you will have proven experience in a senior leadership role such as CEO or Executive Director within a non-profit or similar organisation. You will bring strong strategic leadership skills, business acumen, and a track record of organisational growth, bid writing and income generation. You will have experience of working with a Board of Trustees and be confident managing stakeholder relationships at all levels. You will be an excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal and public speaking skills, and the ability to inspire and influence others. You will ideally have experience working with diverse communities, including people with learning disabilities and autistic people, and a strong understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. You will be innovative, solutions-focused, and emotionally intelligent, with the ability to build high-performing teams, manage change, and drive continuous improvement. About them: ACE Anglia is a highly influential people led independent advocacy organisation based in Suffolk. Their vision is: "A world where everyone has their voice heard so that people live good lives as part of their community with the right support, at the right time from the right people." ACE Anglia is committed to empowering individuals, promoting independence, and ensuring people are at the centre of decisions that affect their lives. Their culture is collaborative, flexible, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on co-production and shared success. Please Note: This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Chief Executive Officer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV with a supporting cover letter as the first page of your CV, as soon as possible. If you would like a copy of the job description or person specification, please contact Spider to obtain a copy. We look forward to hearing from you. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk folder for any correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as possible so that appropriate arrangements can be made. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. You may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondence on receipt of your application.