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Lead Software Engineer Location: Bedford Salary: £70,000 £90,000 per year Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Office-based Lead the Innovation: Drive Software Excellence in a Growing Technology Business. We re seeking an experienced and hands-on Lead Software Engineer to head up a talented in-house software team within a rapidly growing technology manufacturer. This is a pivotal role that blends technical leadership with hands-on development, ideal for someone who wants to shape architecture, ensure delivery quality, and stay deeply involved at the code level. You ll work alongside the Director of Engineering to define software strategy, oversee project execution, and ensure the reliability and scalability of the company s cloud, mobile, and digital platforms. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Architecture Drive architectural decisions across all software systems (cloud, mobile, and API layers). Review code and provide final technical sign-off for new features and fixes. Oversee cloud infrastructure (AWS and GCP) to ensure performance and reliability. Contribute directly to key development projects as a senior individual contributor. Delivery, Quality & Planning Own the software development workflow, including task management (JIRA) and documentation (Confluence). Translate business goals into clear, actionable technical plans. Define and manage testing and release strategies to ensure robust, stable deployments. Mentor developers, enforce coding standards, and promote best practices. Technical Expertise Languages & Frameworks: TypeScript, Node.js, PHP (Laravel/Nova), React, React Native, Python, SQL, Postgres, Redis. Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (ECS, IoT Core, Lambda, Redshift, Cognito) and GCP (BigQuery, Firebase, Cloud Functions, Pub/Sub). Tools & Processes: Git, Postman, JIRA, Confluence, and automated testing tools. About You 5+ years in software development, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role. Strong background in managing software architecture, team performance, and delivery quality. Proven ability to lead and mentor a small, high-performing software team. Degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Desirable: Certifications in cloud architecture, project management, or testing frameworks. Experience within IoT, smart devices, or connected product environments. Exposure to hardware-software integration or embedded systems. If you re a technically strong, delivery-focused leader ready to shape the software direction of an innovative technology business, we d love to hear from you. Apply now: Contact: Lewis Phillips Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)

Position: Principal HVAC Design Engineer Location: London & The Home Counties Salary: 62,500- 75,000 Principal HVAC Design Engineer - Job Overview Principal Design Engineer required for our client, a leading HVAC company that has 6 regional offices and has been expanding since it formed over 20 years ago. They offer their customers a complete turnkey solution for the design, installation, service, maintenance, fault finding and repair on a range of HVAC equipment. Responsibilities Oversee technical strategy for decarbonisation projects. Provide QA/QC on all design deliverables. Lead high-value proposals and client presentations. Develop and maintain senior-level client relationships. Mentor engineers across all tiers. Lead high-value and costed proposals to clients, ensuring commercial and technical strength. Drive innovation in low-carbon design and financing models. Represent our client at industry events, panels, and conferences. The opportunity will be a hybrid role with regular UK travel, expect 40-50% of time to be spent at client sites and industry events. Principal HVAC Design Engineer - Salary & Benefits Basic Salary 62,500 - 75,000 DOE Bonus Scheme Optional Car Allowance Employee-owned trust scheme 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday's Further package details to be discussed at interview Principal HVAC Design Engineer - Job Requirements 10+ years' building services/HVAC design experience. Recognised authority in decarbonisation and sustainability. Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi-million-pound projects. Strong professional network and proven ability to win work. CEng / MCIBSE (or equivalent) preferred Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

At Aldi, you'll never find yourself bored and twiddling your thumbs on the till as a Store Assistant. In fact, time will fly by. You'll do everything from checking off deliveries to dealing with enquiries or ensuring that the shelves are fully stocked with well-presented products. And, of course, you'll provide excellent customer service at all times by attending to customer needs in a prompt and friendly way. It's a really fast-paced environment, and everyone understands exactly what needs to happen to make their store a success - and gets on with doing it. There's a real family feel here, and we all pitch in as part of a close-knit team.

At Aldi, you'll never find yourself bored and twiddling your thumbs on the till as a Store Assistant. In fact, time will fly by. You'll do everything from checking off deliveries to dealing with enquiries or ensuring that the shelves are fully stocked with well-presented products. And, of course, you'll provide excellent customer service at all times by attending to customer needs in a prompt and friendly way. It's a really fast-paced environment, and everyone understands exactly what needs to happen to make their store a success - and gets on with doing it. There's a real family feel here, and we all pitch in as part of a close-knit team.

Job Title: Warehouse Operative Location: Leighton Buzzard LU7 Pay Rate: 13 per hour Hours: 40 hours per week Type: Temporary to Permanent Shift Pattern Initially: Monday-Friday, 9:30am - 6:00pm Then rotational shifts: Week 1: 7:30am - 4:00pm Week 2 for the following week: 11:00am - 7:30pm About the Role We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative to join our manufacturing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a long-term career with a growing business. Key Responsibilities Inspect and monitor all outgoing deliveries for quality, accuracy, and correct quantities. Ensure stock is properly stowed, labelled, and recorded in the warehouse system. Accurately handle measurements, sizes, and transportation details. Maintain good housekeeping and safety standards in the warehouse. Record and update information using a basic computer system (training provided). Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Lift weights up to 20kg safely as part of daily operations. Occasionally transport goods between warehouses (UK driving licence desirable). Requirements Proven experience working in a busy warehouse environment. Good attention to detail and quality inspection skills. Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems. Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Full UK driving licence preferred. Proactive Global t is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Service Advisor Basic Salary - £28,500 + Bonus Location - Bedford NO WEEKENDS Are you an enthusiastic, team player, hard working Service Advisor looking for a new opportunity within a Car Dealership? Responsibilities of a Service Advisor Arranging Service Department bookings. Ensure efficient workshop loading, whilst attending to all customer requirements to the expected standards. Upselling works to be completed and special offers/Service Plans Skills and Qualifications of a Service Advisor Must have previous experience as a Service Advisor Kerridge / 1 link / Pinnacle systems knowledge or similar DMS System Previous experience Upselling Full manual UK Driving Licence If you are interested in this Service Advisor position, please contact Skills and quote job number: 51815

Our client has a vacancy for a qualified Residential Conveyancing Fee Earner to join their well established Lexcel & CQS accredited firm and national residential team. They offer a work-life balance, flexibility including hybrid/remote working. Responsible for progressing your own caseload of files and confident to hit the ground running. Full support of a Legal Assistant and Post Completion team. Requirements: Considerable experience in sales, purchases, remortgages as well as shared ownership leases, variation of leases, new build purchases, help to buy etc. Preferably 3 years + PQE. Solicitor, ILEX or CLC. Benefits: Competitive salary Pension contribution Additional holiday bonus scheme (if monthly fees received target is met, they get an extra days holiday-potential for 12 extra days pa) Annual discretionary financial bonus scheme, based on fee received. 26 days holiday as well as bank holidays Hybrid Working From Home Policy A very friendly and collaborative working environment Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

Role: Customer Success Executive Location: Bedford Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week Salary: Up to £35,000 + commission on renewals An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated Customer Success Executive to join a dynamic and growing team. You will work closely with the Customer Success team to learn and contribute to the overall success of our clients. Duties of a Customer Success Executive: • Customer onboarding and training• Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and goals• Regularly communicating with customers to gather feedback and address any concerns promptly• Assisting the company in achieving short and long-term goals relating to product growth• Configuring and managing the application to support customer business requirements• Assisting with other duties and projects as assigned What we would like from you: • Strong organisational skills, self-motivated, curious, and open-minded• Ability to translate business requirements into functional specifications• Ability to work independently or within a team environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think 'outside the box' for process improvements• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Flexibility in using different technologies and platforms• Willingness to travel within the UK Desirable: • Experience and knowledge in technology and SaaS environments• Experience using Atlassian product suite (Jira and Confluence) or similar tools• Understanding of Agile Scrum development methodology, including user stories and acceptance criteria• Technical and analytical skills with the ability to provide solutions to a variety of business problems• Experience working in the Automotive or Asset Finance industry• Experience with APIs, Oracle APEX, or other software development technologies If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV. BEDFORDPERM By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our Data Protection and Privacy statement and give OA Group authorisation to hold you provided data . Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days.

Job Title: Estimator Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 DOE Location: Bedfordshire Sector: Engineered Timber Are you an experienced Estimator with a background estimating timber frame projects? Would you like to work for a business who operate across both residential & commercial projects? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business who are delivering timber projects across the UK. You will be responsible for producing detail quotes to ensure you are meeting both the customers & the businesses requirements. Your background in construction will be essential as you will be expected to provide technical advice to customers & suppliers. Your responsibilities as a Estimator: Produce detailed quotations from construction drawings Ensure tenders are submitted on time to a high standard Liaise with all other departments within the business Attend pre start meetings with architects & clients We would welcome conversations with Estimators who: Have a background estimating within the timber frame or engineered timber sectors Are able to read from construction design drawings Can communicate across all levels to ensure commercial targets are met Possess a strong understanding of different software packages, specifically MS Office If you are interested in this role please contact ARV Solutions or click 'Apply' to submit your CV for consideration. Key Skills: Estimator, Timber Frame, Engineered Timber, CLT, Glulam, Take Offs, Commercial. Pre-Construction, Timber, Housing, Offsite Construction This employer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

Principal Designer and Construction Health and Safety Consultant required to join a well-established, national dedicated Construction Health, Safety and CDM Consultancy. You will join an established, growing team, delivering the Principal Designer role, providing CDM advice for clients and providing construction safety advice for contractors on a variety of challenging and interesting construction projects. Duties include health and safety assurance services to clients and projects; Early Engagement with Stakeholders. Briefings in Best Practice. Safety Management Procedures - ensure works adhere to Client health and safety management procedures (asbestos etc), best practice and safety regulations. RAMS review and approval. Advise on health and safety competence of supply chain, Site walk around/inspections/audits - to monitor various construction work projects. Review and providing inductions. Dealing with day-to-day contractor health and safety matters, interfaces, permit issues, etc. Representing clients on health and safety matters at meetings. Providing ongoing health and safety advice support guidance mentoring to clients Provide where required CDM/health and safety briefings, training to clients, and key members of the projects chain. Report on CDM/health and safety performance monitoring and reports. Experience : The position is open at Consultant or Senior Consultant grade; subject to experience. Each grade comes with a progression plan in place to achieve promotion, pay rises and levels of responsibilities and duties within the business. Previous construction related experience and qualifications is always beneficial. Qualifications: You will hold or be working towards CMaPS and or CMIOSH. Strong knowledge of CDM. The company are offering 55k- 65k plus car allowance, pension and healthcare.

£62,000 inc car allowance Bedford Permanent, Full time Monday to Friday The Senior Project Manager leads the planned works team to deliver cost-effective, customer-focused cyclical and planned maintenance. They manage internal stakeholders and external contractors to meet operational, contractual, and statutory requirements, including CDM regulations click apply for full job details

Senior Subcontract Manager Luton 12-month contract Paying up to 85p/h (inside IR35) Please note that due to the nature of the work, you will need to be eligible to obtain a high level of UK security clearance. Please only apply if suitable. Responsibilities : Lead the delivery of sub-contract management activities and other procurement-related services which may be required by the business Lead relationships with Strategic suppliers, holding Supplier Business Reviews, ensuring performance management, risks and impacts. Provide leadership and governance in business winning and programme delivery with minimum supervision. Accountable for the Procurement activities within the Procurement & Development IPTs Negotiate complex agreements and risk/reward mechanisms for business case models Translate customer/project requirements into commercial documents, particularly pertaining to the design, development and production of bespoke complex electronic systems and sub-systems Understand mechanisms of mitigating risk associated with entering into commercial agreements Develop and negotiate robust contracts for services, intangible and tangible deliverables Working in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the flowdown of appropriate terms and conditions from customer contracts to enable compliance with contractual obligations and mitigate commercial/contractual risks Promotes customer intimacy in both internal and external relationships Focal point for project and suppliers regarding contract and supply base matters Drives and leads strategies to influence business decisions throughout the project life cycle Identify solutions for complex areas of potential risk /opportunity e.g. sub-contract risk, IPR, liability and exchange rate exposure etc. and deliver solutions/mitigations Draft and prepare complex contract documentation using standard and non-standard formats Lead the generation and review of 'appropriate' specifications and Statement of Work documents Promotes a culture of best practice and sharing of knowledge within the function and across the wider business Construct and lead the contracts and supply chain management Life Cycle Management (LCM) deliverables Work with stakeholders at all levels, in order to understand customer requirements and critical success factors Management of Export Compliance, restrictions and third-party rights for all procured items and services Operate as a locally acknowledged expert within the function Experience required: Requires technical training to degree standard, professional qualification, and/or significant domain experience (studying towards or achievement of MCIPS is preferred) Demonstrated collaboration, communication, planning, problem-solving, influencing, decision-making making and continuous improvement skills A good working knowledge and understanding of Procurement within the Defence/Aerospace industry (or a similar sector) and the ability to apply them with minimal supervision and direction Relationship-building skills with cross-functional colleagues, customers, and suppliers A good understanding of the Commercial and Legal Aspects associated with contracting within the Defence/Aerospace industry (or a similar sector) An ability to think outside of the box, offering solutions to enable the function to add value and innovation Ability to engage and influence cross-functional/cross-site teams Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Operations Manager The Road Victims Trust Location: Kempston (Hybrid working considered) Salary: £35,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (this may involve occasional out of hours (evenings/ weekends) in support of community fundraising events) Contract: Fixed Term 12 months About Us The Road Victims Trust (RVT) provides free, specialist emotional and practical support to people affected by fatal and life-changing road collisions across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire. Each year, our small but dedicated team and cohort of over 70 trained volunteer Counsellors provide life-changing support to hundreds of individuals and families coping with grief, trauma, and loss. Following a period of significant operational change, we are seeking a dynamic, highly organised Operations Manager to strengthen our internal systems, ensure compliance, and provide essential resilience to the organisation. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the Trust s day-to-day operations. You ll manage HR processes, oversee leave and TOIL systems, coordinate policy reviews, lead procurement (IT, insurance, mobile contracts, etc.), and support internal governance and compliance. You ll also provide vital assistance across other functions, including non-clinical training coordination and event support for our growing fundraising activity. Working closely with the CEO, Clinical Lead, and admin team, you ll be central to embedding consistency, accountability, and efficiency across the charity. What We Need Essential: Proven experience in operations or office management. Strong organisational skills. HR administration and policy management experience. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. IT literacy including Microsoft 365 and database systems. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Desirable: Experience in the charity or counselling sector. Understanding/awareness of trauma-informed working. Experience supporting fundraising or volunteer coordination. Knowledge of charity governance and compliance. Understanding of CRM systems and data protection. Are You A Good Fit This role will suit a flexible, proactive individual who thrives on variety and wants to make a genuine difference. To apply and start supporting this great charity submit your CV now.

Technical Support Engineer Packaging Machinery Location: Leighton Buzzard Salary: £40,000 £45,000 + 7 14% Pension + 20 Days Holiday + Death in Service Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm About the Company Our client is a global packaging machinery distributor employing over 2,000 people worldwide with a turnover exceeding £450 million. Their UK operation, based in Leighton Buzzard, employs 30 staff and generates £20 million in annual revenue. Due to continued growth and increasing demand, they are seeking an additional Technical Support Engineer to join their expanding technical support team. The Role As a Technical Support Engineer, you will provide remote and on-site technical support to customers across the UK, resolving engineering issues related to capital packaging equipment. You ll act as the key link between UK customers and overseas OEM partners, ensuring that technical issues are diagnosed, documented, and resolved efficiently. Key Responsibilities Provide technical and engineering support to customers for capital packaging machinery issues. Raise and manage technical support tickets, ensuring timely and accurate resolution. Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical documentation, and engineering drawings. Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues. Understand and troubleshoot electrical systems (24V/415V). Work with PLCs, HMIs, and related control systems to identify and correct faults. Liaise with OEM suppliers overseas to coordinate solutions and relay information back to customers. Document issues, resolutions, and feedback for continuous improvement. Support internal teams and contribute to the development of service documentation and knowledge bases. About You Strong engineering background with a good understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems. Able to read electrical schematics and understand control circuits and basic electrical principles. Familiarity with PLCs and HMIs (e.g., fault finding, parameter adjustments, diagnostics). Previous experience in technical support, field service, or machinery maintenance is desirable. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, both written and verbal. Comfortable liaising with overseas OEM partners and customers in a professional, timely manner. Ability to speak Italian would be advantageous, as many OEM partners are based in Italy. Self-motivated, organised, and capable of managing multiple technical cases simultaneously. Benefits Competitive salary (£40,000 £45,000) 7 14% employer pension contribution 20 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays) Death in service benefit Office-based hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm Career development within a growing UK technical team If this is of interest please contact Dan Walton on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) SER-IN

Finance Officer Location: Bedford Salary: 35,000 per annum Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established, family-owned business specialising in the manufacture and supply of high-quality commercial equipment across the UK and Europe. The company prides itself on its long-standing reputation, operational excellence, and strong values of teamwork and integrity. The Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer to support the day-to-day financial operations within a busy finance department. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring efficient financial controls are in place. Key Responsibilities Process supplier invoices, payments, and staff expenses accurately and on time. Manage sales ledger, issue customer invoices, and assist with credit control activities. Perform regular bank reconciliations and maintain accurate cashbook records. Support month-end procedures including accruals, prepayments, and journal postings. Assist in preparing management accounts and ad-hoc financial reports. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances. Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve finance queries. Support audit preparation and compliance with company financial policies. Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance function. About You AAT qualified (Level 3 or above) or equivalent experience in a finance environment. Proven experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger duties. Strong understanding of month-end routines and financial controls. Confident with Excel and experience using accounting systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, or Business Central). Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing. Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. Benefits Competitive salary of 35,000 On-site parking Supportive and friendly working environment Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Are you looking for a new and varied sales role? Are you pro-active with a passion for growing and developing new business? We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Fundraising Manager to support the growth of a local charity based in Bedford. This varied and hugely rewarding Fundraising Manager role is a rare opportunity for someone to really make a difference within the local community - with a clear focus on sales. Our Bedford-based client has grown significantly over the last few years and they are looking for someone who shares their values and can support further growth, opening new doors to generate income for the charity. If you have proven sales or fundraising, apply now or contact Dominic Quirke at Advancing People, in complete confidence. The Role: The Fundraising Manager will focus on significantly increasing growth in fundraising activities, including corporate and individual giving, community events and supporting strong relationships with local businesses, schools and clubs, increasing engagement. They will lead fundraising as they enter another exciting period of growth for the charity. This varied role will also involve implementing a marketing plan to promote their impact and their various services. You will also lead events, maximising potential fundraising, increasing brand awareness - building and supporting a network of volunteers and supporters/donors. Acting as one of the main links with the charity, the individual will be targeted with growing, supporting and coordinating the charity's community engagement and activities. THE PERSON: You will be working within a fast-paced and agile charity, you will need to think on your feet, effectively prioritising your time and taking on challenges head on. Applicants should have a strong work-ethic and can-do attitude. More Detail: Lead and develop fundraising Initiatives as part of the management and leadership team, successfully achieving fundraising targets to support their work. Maximise fundraising potential, increasing funding, developing creative ideas to generate vital funds. Securing financial gifts from foundations, conducting prospective research, preparing funding proposals, and cultivating relationships with grant makers. Creating new and nurturing current partnerships with corporates, converting opportunities to the charity and driving sales through our events, packages and donations. Delivering high quality and well managed events that promote their brand and values, with a clear focus on generating income. This will include liaising with venues, suppliers, sponsors and donors. Leading and delivering a strategic marketing plan that promotes all elements of our work across a variety of platforms including social media and email. Confident, ambitious and energetic with initiative and a persuasive manner. Highly organised, ability to work to deadlines and good attention to detail. Good interpersonal, teamwork and relationship management skills, a can-do approach. Sound organisation and events management experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Understanding of marketing tools and how to promote charitable activities. Ability to secure funding from grant funders and understanding of grant making process. Full and clean driving licence This role will be subject to an enhanced DBC check. This rarely available and varied role will be offering a basic salary of 30,000 - 35,000 plus benefits and the flexibility to work 1 day per week from home. If you have the sales or fundraising experience we are looking for, APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Advancing People - The Recruitment Specialist Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency.

Retail Merchandiser Working Days: Monday 9am-11am, Wednesday 9am-11am and Thursday 9am-11am Working Hours: Minimum 6 Hours a week Home Delivery of Point of Sale is required for this role As a retail merchandiser within the Dee Set team, every day is different and unique, just like you! About you: By being a great role model, warm, friendly, solution focused, and innovative in everything you do, you will be part of our Retail Merchandising Team who are passionate about delivering great results in a great place to work. Don't worry about getting bored! Day to day you will be involved in a variety of tasks including merchandising cosmetics, clip strips, greetings cards, building replenishment of display units and implementation of POS, however the list is endless If you are passionate and motivated and want to be part of a team who make a difference in store, enjoy interaction with customers, have a creative flair and wish to contribute to the success of our merchandising team this is the job for you! We'd love you to join our team if you are: Happy to use your own smartphone or tablet for work purposes to send and receive reports and photos Confident working alone and using your own initiative Love delivering great standards and service for our customers What's in it for you? Extra hours of work available throughout the year Contributory Pension Scheme (If you are over 22 and earn at least £10,000 per year) Flexible Holiday Scheme- Including extra days for long service Colleague Benefits & discounts (via the HUB) Training, Support and Ongoing Development provided Full driving licence with access to your own vehicle and be willing to travel between stores. About us Dee Set are retail experts with over 15 years of experience supporting brands to be better, faster and more cost-effective in retail. We have the people, passion and technology to be your perfect choice. Join our team and take advantage of our Colleague Hub with fantastic discounts and offers all year round!

One thing's for sure as a Store Management Apprentice in Retail you'll never be bored. Balancing theory with practical store work, you'll be expected to work hard on this three-year programme. There's a real family feel here and we all pitch in as part of a close-knit team. And since there's always loads of support from those around you, ranging from Store Managers to Store Assistants, you'll never feel like you're struggling. In this fast paced environment you'll get to learn something new every day in a company that thrives on being different. As someone who wants to make things happen, you'll find all this adds up to an exciting challenge. The time will fly by and before you know it you will have your Level 3 Retail Team Leader qualification and be working as a fully-fledged Deputy Store Manager with real opportunities for progression in the future. Please note you will need GCSEs in Maths and English, grade 4 and above (minimum grade C or equivalent) to be able to undertake the Apprenticeship.

Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The role This role is part of Saab Bluebear Business in Bedfordshire. It will be reporting into the Head of Digital Systems Engineering. In this exciting, dynamic role you will support a mixture of R&D and product development activities within a leading autonomy and unmanned systems company. Blue Bear continuously innovates within the core area of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS/UAV) such as flight management systems, autopilots, mission systems, ground control stations, and all supporting systems and infrastructure. Your role as a Flight Control Systems Engineer will involve developing, maintaining and testing safety critical software that contribute to the flight systems of our aircraft. You will contribute to requirements definition, and use MATLAB/Simulink tools to generate software such as novel flight control laws and data manipulation algorithms. After verification and validation performed using bespoke simulations, you will then be expected deploy the software on to the target hardware, and conduct real world flight testing at our test facility less than 1km from the office. You may be asked to present the findings of the testing in reports or customer facing presentations. As well as undertaking technical tasks, you will be expected to take an active role in the team. This will include contribution to the development of standard operating processes, continuous improvement of methods and techniques, and ensuring quality targets are satisfied. Working as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment you will have good communication skills. A can-do attitude and a genuine passion for innovative technology. The opportunity will enable the successful candidate to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems and offer a large scope for career development. Skills: Essential: Degree in aerospace engineering or similar. Understanding of aerodynamics and flight mechanics, and their impact on flight control. Experience in using MATLAB/Simulink for developing algorithms and control laws. Hands-on experience in designing and commissioning control systems. Desirable: Experience designing and implementing guidance, navigation and control algorithms for fixed and/or rotary wing vehicles. Knowledge of state-of-the-art for sensing systems. Hands-on experience with small UAS. Mathworks' Stateflow, Simulink Coder and Embedded Coder packages. Experience developing mathematical algorithms e.g. Data fusion, state estimation etc. Experience working with embedded systems, real-time systems, safety critical systems. Knowledge of communication systems. Version control systems e.g. git. C++, Java, Python development skills. Other useful skills for this role: Experience with quality standards for software (e.g. DO-178, ED-20x). Existing SC Clearance. Other Duties and Responsibilities To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post. To actively participate in Blue Bear's Performance Management Scheme. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. Some travel within the UK may be required.

We are recruiting for our valued client, who are a market-leading provider of IT Project Management Services. They are currently looking for an IT Project Manager to join their team on a permanent contract, 5 days per week, working on client sites within the Luton/Bedfordshire region, with some opportunity to work from home, client/project dependent. The IT Project Manager role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a profit share bonus, employee assistance programme, company pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role of Project Manager As an IT Project Manager, you will be directly client facing, and responsible for leading and managing all aspects of IT projects, from conception to completion. This includes planning and scheduling, risk management, communication, and stakeholder management. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, as well as experience in managing complex projects. You should also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be working closely with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management. Key Responsibilities All aspects of client-side project management; accountability for project delivery Definition, scoping and planning of multi-disciplinary projects Stakeholder management Business case development Business change management Selection and implementation management Benefits tracking About you Candidates will have a proven track record of delivering complex technical IT projects, ideally with a minimum of 4-5 years experience within a dedicated IT Project Manager role. You must have access to a vehicle and already hold the right to work in the UK, as our client is not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You will be experienced in: both Agile and Waterfall methodology building key client relationships and managing stakeholders benefits tracking to ensure the benefits are realised and the project is successful financial management, of all related project expenditure, hardware, software, capital and op-ex.

Sapien Engineering are looking for a C++ Software Engineer to join an Aerospace/Defence business on a permanent basis. The role is paying up to 80,000 and requires onsite working, 3 to 4 days a week in Luton. Job requirements: C++ (14 and above) Visual Studio VxWorks or other RTOS OOD Full SDLC Previous defence/aerospace experience preferred Please note all applicants must be eligible for full, un-restricted SC clearance. For more information, please apply with an updated copy of your CV ASAP.

Location: Luton (mostly onsite) Duration: 12 month contract Rate: 88ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details: Our client, a leading company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an FPGA Engineer to join their team in Luton on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Firmware Engineer to work within an innovative team, delivering cutting-edge digital systems designed to meet complex future customer requirements. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement Firmware using Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, System Verilog, and UVM. Work with FPGA architectures including Xilinx 7, Xilinx UltraScale, Intel (Altera), or Microsemi (Actel). Utilise fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD. Generate auto code using Matlab and Simulink tools. Derive detailed Firmware requirements and architecture from system requirements. Apply a structured approach to firmware design following standards such as RTCA DO-254 or similar. Employ cryptography and anti-tamper techniques. Incorporate Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, and genetic algorithms into designs. Use various electronics test methods and equipment. Collaborate effectively within mixed discipline teams. Job Requirements: Strong knowledge of FPGA architectures like Xilinx 7, Xilinx UltraScale, Intel (Altera), or Microsemi (Actel). Proficiency in using fast interfaces like PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD. Capability in auto-generated code using model-driven engineering tools such as Matlab and Simulink. Understanding of firmware design approaches following standards like RTCA DO-254. Expertise in electronics test methods and equipment. Good verbal and written communication skills. Educational background in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Games Programming, Physics, or Applied Physics (HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree preferred). Eligibility for full SC security clearance (5 years UK residency required). Security Clearance: You must be eligible for full security clearance. If you are an experienced FPGA Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of our client's dynamic team in Luton.

Are you an ambitious 3 - 5 year PQE Private Client Solicitor looking seeking a new challenge with a well-established Legal 500 firm? Our client, a reputable Legal 500 Firm, is actively seeking a skilled Solicitor to join their expanding Wills and Probate team to work alongside the teams current Fee Earners. The Firm: Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service practice with a nationwide presence recognised for providing high quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. With client care at their core, the Firm comprises specialists with diverse expertise, drawn from top-tier UK firms, ensuring clients receive the highest quality advice. Understanding the intricacies of business, with many team members boasting hands-on experience in multi-million-pound companies, providing invaluable foresight and risk management skills. Type of work: Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney Deeds of variation Probate matters (to include tax and trusts and complex estate accounts) Dealing with elderly clients and mental health matters Court of Protection and Public Guardian matters Dealing with discretionary and nil rate band trusts Undertaking home, hospital and residential care home visits In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer a competitive benefits package to include, hybrid working schemes, target related bonuses, training and development opportunities along with many other impressive incentives! Vacancy Reference number: 37339 PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Senior Planner Job in Bedford, Bedfordshire Senior Planner Job available with an established planning consultancy, based from their office in Bedford on a hybrid schedule. The practice has a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, energy and more. Offering a competitive salary plus hybrid working, bonus potential, enhanced holiday, and much more. Founded 30 years ago, this multi-disciplinary consultancy operates throughout the UK with a team of 70+ across multiple offices, they are now looking to expand their Bedford office with a Senior Planner, ideally MRTPI. Their services encompass town planning, architecture, master planning, landscape architecture, and heritage consultancy. Role & Responsibilities Provide advice on planning matter to clients Preparing and submitting planning applications Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders Optimise new business and cross-selling opportunities Keep updated on local and national planning policy changes Assist in mentoring and supporting other members of the team Support the Associate Directors and Directors. Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience post-qualification (private or public sector) RTPI membership is strongly desirable Strong communication skills Full driving licence and car. What you get back Competitive salary Bonus Employee-Owned Firm Hybrid working 25 days + bank holidays Pension Private health insurance Death in service Professional body membership paid. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The role This role is part of Saab Bluebear Business in Bedfordshire. It will be reporting into the Head of Digital Systems Engineering. In this exciting, dynamic role you will support a mixture of R&D and product development activities within a leading autonomy and unmanned systems company. Blue Bear continuously innovates within the core area of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS/UAV) such as flight management systems, autopilots, mission systems, ground control stations, and all supporting systems and infrastructure. Your role as a Flight Control Systems Engineer will involve developing, maintaining and testing safety critical software that contribute to the flight systems of our aircraft. You will contribute to requirements definition, and use MATLAB/Simulink tools to generate software such as novel flight control laws and data manipulation algorithms. After verification and validation performed using bespoke simulations, you will then be expected deploy the software on to the target hardware, and conduct real world flight testing at our test facility less than 1km from the office. You may be asked to present the findings of the testing in reports or customer facing presentations. As well as undertaking technical tasks, you will be expected to take an active role in the team. This will include contribution to the development of standard operating processes, continuous improvement of methods and techniques, and ensuring quality targets are satisfied. Working as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment you will have good communication skills. A can-do attitude and a genuine passion for innovative technology. The opportunity will enable the successful candidate to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems and offer a large scope for career development. Skills: Essential: Degree in aerospace engineering or similar. Understanding of aerodynamics and flight mechanics, and their impact on flight control. Experience in using MATLAB/Simulink for developing algorithms and control laws. Hands-on experience in designing and commissioning control systems. Desirable: Experience designing and implementing guidance, navigation and control algorithms for fixed and/or rotary wing vehicles. Knowledge of state-of-the-art for sensing systems. Hands-on experience with small UAS. Mathworks' Stateflow, Simulink Coder and Embedded Coder packages. Experience developing mathematical algorithms e.g. Data fusion, state estimation etc. Experience working with embedded systems, real-time systems, safety critical systems. Knowledge of communication systems. Version control systems e.g. git. C++, Java, Python development skills. Other useful skills for this role: Experience with quality standards for software (e.g. DO-178, ED-20x). Existing SC Clearance. Other Duties and Responsibilities To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post. To actively participate in Blue Bear's Performance Management Scheme. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. Some travel within the UK may be required.

Job Description: Mechanical Operator Mars Snacking Slough Shape the Future with Mars! This is an exciting opportunity to join the Mars Wrigley factory in Slough. We are seeking Mechanical minded individuals who hold a passion for maintenance. Whether your experience is maintenance of ships, cars, tanks, lifts, generators, or similar mechanical industries, your practical mechanical experience is key to success. What You'll Do Lead & Inspire: Oversee maintenance and repair of production machinery Diagnose & Solve: Tackle mechanical issues with precision and expertise Collaborate: Guide a small team to achieve production targets Innovate: Drive continuous improvement in our processes What We're Looking For At least 1 years' experience in manufacturing and team coordination Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills Detail-oriented approach to machinery maintenance Commitment to teamwork and ongoing improvement Your Mars Benefits Competitive Salary: £40,000-£48,000 (including shift allowance) Welcome Bonus: £2,000 paid in your first week Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits Career Growth: Structured development & Mars University Private Healthcare & Equal Parental Leave Onsite Nurse, Osteopath, Podiatrist Hot Food Restaurant & Free Parking Generous Pension (up to 9%) Life Assurance (4x salary) EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme Gym Membership & Wellbeing Support Annual Leave: 24 days, rising to 32 with service Shift Pattern ️ 12-hour shifts, 4 days on / 4 days off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus Ready to make an impact? Join Mars and build your future with us. Mars. Tomorrow starts today.

Associate Planning Director Job in Bedford Associate Planning Director available in Bedford with an established multidisciplinary consultancy focused on their expansion within the East of England region. Offering a competitive salary plus hybrid working, bonus potential, enhanced holiday, and much more. Founded 30 years ago, this multi-disciplinary consultancy operates nationwide with regional offices located in the North West, Yorkshire, Midlands, South West, East Anglia, and London. With a current team of 70, their services cover town planning, architecture, master planning, landscape architecture, and heritage. They are now looking to expand their Bedford office with an Associate-level Town Planner. Role & Responsibilities Take the lead on projects, working closely with the Directors Development management and plan/policy work Manage planning applications for a variety of scale projects Planning appeal management Local plan representations Site promotion and local plan examination Public inquiry work Assist in mentoring and developing the wider team Manage client relations and expectations, including new business development and expanding on existing relationships. Required Skills & Experience 8+ years of experience post-qualification (private or public sector) Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar RTPI membership Strong communication skills Full driving licence and car. What you get back Salary dependent on experience Bonus Hybrid working 25 days + Bank Holidays Pension Private health insurance Death in service Professional body membership paid. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

At RAC, we appreciate the dedication of our colleagues who go the extra mile for our customers. In return, we offer a competitive base salary of £ 41,271.03 , (Inclusive of night allowance) complimented by an average OTE ranging from £43,000 to £53,000. In addition to this, you'll also enjoy all of these extra benefits: Colleague Share Scheme - a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of RAC Holiday allowance of 23 days & bank holidays rising to 25 with service No additional travel time - Start and finish on your driveway Option to join RAC's Group Personal Pension scheme where we will match / contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover through our flexible benefits offering Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household Car salary sacrifice scheme - after 12 months of employment, where you'll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options FREE RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000's of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and much, much more The RAC is the UK's leading breakdown service provider - a people-powered business of 4,000 'orange heroes' delivering the best-in-class motoring services for both private and business drivers. Our unprecedented growth means we now have a fantastic opportunity for skilled, field-based Roadside Mechanics to join our Roadside Patrol team. As a Roadside Mechanic you will need: A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) Demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience A customer focused approach A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Mechanic, you'll come across a diverse range of breakdowns and technical issues, so technical experience is essential. You'll need to demonstrate core mechanical, electrical and diagnostic experience. Having a base pay of £ 41,271.03 , you'll enjoy uncapped earning potential with average earnings between £43,000 - £53,000. You will benefit from a comprehensive induction , and you'll also have access to the latest vehicle technology, along with support from our technical team. You could also develop your career further within our growing business. Roadside support is at the very heart of our business, as our Roadside Mechanics deliver an exceptional and much needed service for our members. Our patrols will be out and about dealing face -to-face with our members, handling breakdowns, offering technical support and delivering the same exceptional service that they've come to expect from the RAC. If you have a passion for working with vehicles and helping others, it might be time to consider a career as an RAC Roadside Mechanic! We're committed to developing a culture that is representative of the diverse communities we serve and one which is open, accessible, collaborative, and inclusive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. Terms and Conditions Apply

Location:?Bedford (Hybrid) Salary:?£60,000 per annum Contract:?Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours/week) Are you passionate about building safety and defect resolution? Were looking for a skilled and proactive individual to lead our efforts in identifying and remediating defects across our property portfolioincluding fire safety, structural integrity, and latent issues click apply for full job details

You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before.You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so.You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.

Our prestigous client are Europe's largest vehicle remarketing company, the backbone of the UK's automotive supply chain, the best place to build the career you want and they are looking for a Quick Fix Vehicle Polisher to join their site near Bedford. Main purpose of the role Within this role, you will be working as a part of an experienced bodyshop team, ensuring our vehicles are finished to the highest standard for our customers, under the support and guidance of the supervisor and Bodyshop Manager. Your key responsibilities will be: Undertake the exterior polishing of vehicles using the correct materials and tools Carry out touch in's where needed or required Prioritise work efficiently to meet deadlines ensuring awareness of urgent vehicles and due out dates Ensure there are no defects on work produced Maintain a clean and organised work environment To be successful, you'll bring some of the following experience with you: Previous experience in a similar role in a Bodyshop. Full UK Driving Licence held due to location You will be passionate to work within the motor industry and take pride in your work, to the highest standards of work set by customers. You will need to work independently and as part of a team on vehicles and have experience to make your own decisions when required. Excellent attention to detail Salary and Benefits: 13.70 - 14.00 per hour 07:00-16:00 Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday Company Pension Scheme An Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Access to trained mental health first aiders To find out more, please contyact Adam on (phone number removed) INDENG Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Work in a team who love what they do and help make H&T a leading retailerand first choice for Financial Services, while supporting your local community. Enjoy a culture that encourages its colleagues, Embraces diversity and supports its local communities.Plus, 25% discount on jewellery and watches. JOB SPECIFICS Job Title: Sales Assistant Job Type: Part Time - 20 Hours Salary: £12.26 per hour Location: Bedford The chance to earn up to £2k discretionary bonus over each year pro rated. Ideally we are seeking a Asian speaker due to the customer base of the store, However this is not a requirement. ABOUT US MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE Pawnbroking may not be at the top of everyones list for their next career move.But, perceptions can be deceiving and there is a lot more to us than meets the eye. We have been around for a long time (over 125 years) and have built a reputation as a community based financial services provider. In fact, we are the largestpawnbroker in the UK. We are also a major high street retailer with a presence in over 270 high streets and are growing our e-commerce and social commerce focus. We offer exciting challenges and the ability to build your career in a supportive environment that encourages growth and embraces diverse thinking. ABOUT YOU You will: Have excellent communication skills and be fluent in English. Enjoy working in a busy environment and be keen to progress. Be passionate about great customer service. Be flexible as weekend working will be required. Ideally we are seeking a Asian speaker due to the customer base of the store, however this is not a requirement. If you are multilingual this is an added bonus but not a requirement. WHAT WE PROMISE YOU We promise to invest in you, to help you advance your career and be part of ateam that makes difference to the communities we work in. Everyone who joins us benefits from: Salary increment on successful completion of training. The opportunity to earn up to £2k discretionary bonus over each year pro rated. 30 days pro rated holiday (Including bank holidays and increasing with length of service) and the flexibility to buy and sell days. Up to 25% discount on our amazing range of new and pre-loved jewellery and watches. Pension and life assurance. A training package designed for you. An annual loan for your parking permit or season ticket to help your commute to work. The option to take part in our cycle to work scheme. The chance to be involved in our charity partnership with Fareshare UK. London weighting is offered for stores inside of the M25. WE CELEBRATE YOU! We believe it's the uniqueness of our people which sets us apart. We celebrate that our teams are made up of colleagues from all cultures, backgrounds andwalks of life. We welcome diverse experiences. We have an open mind toeverything we do and value people who think differently and embrace change.

Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) Installer - Smart Retail Technology Location: UK Wide - Field-Based, Multiple Retail Sites About the Role We're looking for dedicated and professional Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) Installers to join our growing team delivering innovative smart retail technology solutions. In this field-based role, you'll install, configure, and test digital shelf label systems and connected retail displays across multiple store locations throughout the UK. Your work will help retailers upgrade from traditional paper price tags to fully connected, real-time electronic shelf labels (ESL) - bringing the future of retail to life. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on technical work, travelling, and contributing to the digital transformation of the retail industry. Key Responsibilities Install and mount ESL hardware across multiple retail sites Configure and pair devices with wireless systems (NFC, RFID, or low-power networks) Test, diagnose, and resolve hardware and software connectivity issues Collaborate with store management to ensure efficient setup and integration Maintain all tools and equipment in accordance with company standards About You Experience in retail technology installation, field service, or similar technical roles (desirable) Competent in the use of hand and power tools Willingness to travel nationwide as required Strong attention to detail and a professional, customer-focused approach Flexibility to work out of hours , as installations are completed during store closure times What We Offer The opportunity to work with the latest in smart retail and IoT technology A supportive and innovative team environment Varied, field-based work across major retail sites Training and development opportunities for long-term career growth Apply today and be part of the team driving the future of retail - one shelf at a time.

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior HR Adviser on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Provide a professional and specialist advisory and support service to senior managers and other clients on a full range of human resources and business support matters. Provide specialist HR advice and support that is consistent with Council and external employer's policies and procedures, employment law, best professional practice, and which meets statutory requirements and agreed service standards. Provide support across the whole HR Division, on complex and large-scale matters, as necessary in order to meet service demands and priorities, project delivery, policy development and support the provision of training as required. You will be responsible to: As a senior HR Adviser, to provide professional advice, guidance and logical solutions to line-management and staff on the full range of HR conditions of service and employment-related issues Manage and monitor a range of casework to include investigatory and sickness absence interviews, disciplinary hearings, grievance hearings and appeals. This will be on a broad range of cases from routine through to the most complex casework and matters that are 'high risk' to the Council. Prepare for and represent the Division at meetings, negotiations, interviews and hearings Undertake negotiations with trade unions and employee representatives in both formal and informal situations and on a range of routine to complex, 'high risk' issues. Provide a broad range of advice and support on organisational change, in line with organisational change policy Ensure that the employers' policies are developed and implemented to reflect equal opportunities, legal requirements and best practice Provide a senior HR input into the on-going review, development and implementation of HR policy and strategy and the procedures that support them, ensuring consistency and compliance with employment law. Provide HR project lead in project work and specific policy development as directed by the HR Team/Business Manager, covering both departmental and wider corporate issues. Skills and Experience: In-depth interpersonal skills - able to consult, influence and contribute to negotiations with a wide range of people at a senior level Able to demonstrate a creative approach to problem solution, analysis and interpretation of employee-related matters Apply a broad understanding of HR issues and policy Able to understand qualities issues in detail and anticipate their impact on services Substantial knowledge of employment law and best practice within HR Professionally qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development or equivalent level qualification or equivalent extensive experience and able to demonstrate continuing professional development About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Role: Software Engineer Location: Luton - 4 days per week in the office Salary: 55,000 - 80,000 depending on experience Our client, an established engineering consultancy operating in Luton require an experienced Software Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team. This position is for embedded software development in an end-to-end role focused on electronic warfare systems. Positions are available from Senior to Principal level with a salary reflecting responsibility and seniority. Please note we can only consider sole UK Nationals (no dual nationalities) What the role of the Software Engineer entails: As a software engineer, you will work within an integrated project team and be responsible for creating high quality and robust designs and code; for fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management and providing plans and progress reports. What experience you need to be the successful Software Engineer: Strong programming expertise in C+, with extensive experience using Visual Studio for development, debugging, and performance optimisation. Honours degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering or another STEM-based subject Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain embedded software on RTOS platforms such as VxWorks, including target integration and validation. Strong grasp of Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles. Strong unit test skills using tools such as MS Test Framework. Experience in interpreting and managing requirements through IBM DOORS, maintaining full traceability from definition to verification. Proven ability to work closely with other teams (i.e. systems), translating requirements into technical deliverables and ensuring alignment with project goals. Demonstrates ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with both client and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong peer reviewing skills (source code and documentation). This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Software Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you'll receive: A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates. Start and finish on your driveway. Demand-led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime available. What you'll need: • A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience • A customer-focused approach • A full UK driving licence As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you'll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics, and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it's a flat battery, tyre change, or complex fault-finding, you'll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most. You'll start and end your day at home, tackling challenges head-on and making a real impact on the roadside - combining your technical expertise with outstanding member service. We'll set you up for success from day one, with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining heritage with innovation. If you're looking for a career in roadside automotive services that's rewarding, fast-paced, and full of variety - this is it. No CV required when you apply - it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Roadside Technician at RAC, you'll get benefits that go the extra mile: Strong base pay - £35,000 a year and realistic OTE of £60,000, with top-performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates Share in our success - Join our colleague share scheme for free to benefit from the future growth of the business Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover - From your very first day Car salary sacrifice scheme - Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax Generous holidays - 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service) Pension & life cover - Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits) Wellbeing support - 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family Exclusive discounts - Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal Sound like your kind of role? Here's what we're after: You're more than a mechanic. You're a problem solver, a people person, and a proud ambassador for the RAC. Whether you're on a busy roadside or a quiet cul-de-sac, you stay calm under pressure and confident in your craft. You thrive on variety. One moment it's fault diagnostics, the next it's a flat tyre or battery - no two jobs are the same. You'll be equipped and ready for every call-out, with the tools, tech, and support to get the job done. You think on your feet. You'll be trusted to think on your feet and make the right call for each customer. Different fixes, different faces, new challenges every day. Why RAC? For more than 128 years, we've been keeping drivers moving, and today we're trusted by over 15 million members. We're also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we'll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.