419 jobs found in Reading

Are you passionate about Building Safety within the Social Housing Sector? My client has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Building Safety Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This position is primarily remote based with expectance to be in London twice per month and attendance to areas in the Southwest bi-monthly. The Building Safety Team will be the first point of contact for all fire and structural safety enquiries in relation to the organisations higher risk buildings. Responsibilities: Lead a team of a Building Safety Team Leader and an Officer, responsible for daily oversight of HRBs, reporting on compliance and providing advice and guidance to colleagues and residents on building safety matters. Management of building safety controls, processes, and procedures are the responsibility of many different stakeholders within the business. Ensure that the organisations responsibilities in relation to their higher-risk buildings (HRBs) are effectively coordinated and carried out and evidenced through the building safety cases. Support the duty holder in respect of fire and building safety to ensure they meet their current and anticipated regulatory obligations (including monitoring the regulatory environment and learning from best practice). Liaise with external agencies and other housing providers to keep abreast of good practice. Represent the organisation with external partners and stakeholders including Local Authorities, HSE, MHCLG, Fire and Rescue Authorities etc. Develop strong and effective relationships and promote building safety within the organisation to ensure that all activities contribute to improved resident safety. Support the Growth and Assurance Directorate with relevant information required by the Regulator Oversee the management of the Mandatory Occurrence Reporting System and the management of customer building safety related complaints in HRBs. Ensure the Director of Health, Safety and Property Compliance is made fully aware of any potential Mandatory Occurrences. Compile BSCs for all HRBs including the documentation of building specific safety management systems and risk assessments. Act as the main point of contact for colleagues, customers and stakeholders on matters of fire and building safety in relation to HRBs. Develop plans with operational teams for the delivery of fire and building safety work on HRBs including any further investigations or interim measures as required. Develop procedures for the management of relationships with third party Accountable Persons and the monitoring of their building safety and compliance obligations. Work with Development and Asset Management colleagues to establish processes and procedures to manage the digital record from handover, throughout occupation phase, and develop and maintain the golden thread of information. Review and sign off all relevant handover information prior to occupation. Requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent and\or suitable experience in a related technical role. Educated to at least level 4 in a fire safety management or asset compliance discipline. (e.g., hold an advanced fire management diploma or equivalent, NEBOSH Fire certificate or equivalent). Evidence of specialist training and experience, membership of a professional body, or certification by a third-party certification body. Extensive knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements for building services and safety, particularly in HRBs. To apply, please attach a copy of your CV

Business Development Manager - Software & Services - Unified Comms - Hybrid with Car Allowance Our client is a leading specialist distributor in cloud communications, unified communications, and software & services, partnering with top-tier vendors to deliver innovative, market-leading solutions across Contact Centre, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and wider UC platforms. With a strong reputation for collaboration, commercial insight, and partner enablement, they continue to drive significant growth across cloud, SaaS, and service-based portfolios. Backed by deep market expertise and a progressive, people-centric culture, the business empowers its teams to take ownership, innovate, and make a real commercial impact. The Role With ambitious growth plans underway, they are now seeking an experienced, commercially driven Business Development Manager to accelerate the expansion of their Software & Services portfolio. This is a high-impact role focused on new partner acquisition, developing strategic relationships, and delivering strong revenue and margin performance across cloud, SaaS, and service-based solutions. Key Responsibilities Sales Growth - Deliver revenue and margin targets across Software and Professional Services. Partner Acquisition - Identify, prospect, and onboard new partners into the portfolio. Account Management - Manage and grow a portfolio of partners, driving retention and expansion. Vendor Collaboration - Work closely with vendors to execute campaigns, promotions, and enablement programmes. Commercial Reporting - Maintain accurate forecasting, CRM updates, and commercial documentation. Cross-functional Coordination - Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless customer experience. Skills & Attributes Strong commercial awareness and strategic mindset Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven, confident negotiator with a solutions-focused approach Highly organised with strong planning and reporting capability, able to work independently and collaboratively Experience & Qualifications Proven experience in business development, channel sales, or account management Background in software, SaaS, cloud communications, or unified communications Demonstrable success in achieving revenue and margin targets Skilled in pipeline management, negotiation, and closing complex opportunities Proficient with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office About You Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. You will bring: Respect for diversity and inclusive working practices. Cultural awareness and sensitivity Strong collaboration and communication skills. Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn Empathy and emotional intelligence. Inclusive leadership qualities Commitment to continuous learning and development If you have a strong commercial mindset, proven experience in partner-led sales, and a passion for driving growth within the software and services sector, we encourage you to apply. Why Join? High-impact role with real autonomy. Opportunity to shape and scale a fast-growing portfolio. Strong vendor partnerships and market presence Supportive, collaborative culture. Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning. A business that values ownership, accountability, and innovation

We are working with a Reading based company that is looking to hire an experienced HR Business Partner. This is an exciting & very visible position for someone who is looking to utlise their Business Partnering experience within a business that's looking to strengthen and add depth to its evolving People team. Reporting to the Head of HR Business Partnering, they are looking for an experienced and click apply for full job details

Ombudsman Case Handler Do you have a passion for fairness and want to do work that makes a positive difference to someone's life? Are you skilled in complaint handling and providing excellent customer service? We have exciting opportunities in the Assessment and Resolution Team for someone who wants to work in a lively and collaborative environment helping students who have unresolved complaints about their higher education provider. Full training and mentoring will be given, and we'd welcome applications from a range of applicants, including graduates, with an interest in higher education and the ombudsman sector or those looking for a career change. Due to the extended remit in Wales, Welsh speaking applicants would be particularly welcomed; please include this skill on your CV when you apply. If this opportunity sounds like something you're interested in, then apply today! This is a fantastic hybrid working opportunity with a flexible organisation. Position: Case-handler Location: Reading/Hybrid Hours: Full-time, 35 Hours per week (part-time working considered) Salary: Starting salary £35,625 Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 10:00am, 27 May 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 22nd June Benefits include: Generous holiday entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days) plus bank holidays Contribution to Gym membership (on completion of probation) Attractive defined benefit pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay About the Organisation The vision is that students are always treated fairly and we work towards this by resolving complaints from students, sharing learning from complaints to help improve policies and practices at higher education providers, and working with other organisations in the higher education sector and beyond. About the Role As a Case-handler you will work as part of the team responsible for conducting the initial assessment process for complaints and for resolving complaints. This is a public-facing role with a varied and interesting caseload that involves extensive interaction with students and universities/colleges. Full training will be provided, and a mentor will be at hand to help support and help you understand the needs and demands of the role. Full details of the job and person specification can be found once you click to apply, along with more information about what it's like to work here. Please note that minimum office attendance of one day a week is required, and more attendance will be needed during your probationary period (6 months). All successful candidates will start at the starting salary point shown and this is non-negotiable. Responsibilities include: Determine whether complaints are eligible for review and communicate decisions to students; Request and obtain documentation and information from higher education providers, students and student representatives; Promote early resolution of cases by contacting students, student representatives and providers with a view to negotiating the early settlement of complaints; Provide effective guidance to students, student representatives and providers on the case-handling process, possible remedies and typical timeframes; Conduct reviews of complaints, draft and issue Complaint Outcomes About You You will have: Excellent written and oral/ telephone/video call communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. A customer service focus. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability and willingness to learn new processes and procedures with a positive attitude. Resilience to work in a demanding and high-volume environment. Comfortable with technology and with the ability to adjust to new and changing IT systems and processes. Strong and recent experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. The charity values diverse backgrounds, life and work experiences, and perspectives. It has a supportive and inclusive organisational culture and would like the organisation to be representative of the community and the people who use its service. It welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds, in particular, it would welcome applicants from black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds. Applications for full-time or part-time working will be considered. Qualifications Given the mission and purpose, we will consider any higher education qualifications, degree subjects or demonstrable interest/commitment to higher education in all its forms. 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Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them click apply for full job details

Are you an experienced Contract Project Manager specialising in Defence and Electronics? We're offering a potential long-term opportunity ( 6 Month initial term) to support a Berkshire-based customer in completing a critical new project. This role has an indicative OUTSIDE IR35 determination therefore we can accept candidates who would like to operate through their own PSC click apply for full job details

Senior Oracle Database Administrator 12 months Aldermaston - hybrid Active DV clearance required Inside IR35 - umbrella only Role purpose Provide senior level Oracle database administration across Teamcenter and wider Oracle based platforms click apply for full job details

Ombudsman Case Handler Do you have a passion for fairness and want to do work that makes a positive difference to someone's life Are you skilled in complaint handling and providing excellent customer service We have exciting opportunities in the Assessment and Resolution Team for someone who wants to work in a lively and collaborative environment helping students who have unresolved complaints abou click apply for full job details

Retail Optical Assistant - Vision Express Where customer service meets premium eyewear and med-tech innovation. Are you looking for a retail role in eye care where you can grow, learn, and make a difference?Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You'll Do Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You'll Get £350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses. 33 days holiday with buy/sell options Family & friends discounts + free eye tests Employee wellbeing support Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520/month bonus - with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters - and it pays off. What We're Looking For Confident engaging with customers and recommending products Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools Positive team player with a can-do attitude Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing med-tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development.Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.

Are you an experienced Contract Project Manager specialising in Defence and Electronics? We're offering a potential long-term opportunity ( 6 Month initial term) to support a Berkshire-based customer in completing a critical new project. This role has an indicative OUTSIDE IR35 determination therefore we can accept candidates who would like to operate through their own PSC click apply for full job details

We have a new opportunity for a Civils-biased Quality Engineer based with our Client on the AWE Burghfield Site in Reading, Berkshire. This is a Site-based role and EXISTING Security Clearance is essential (SC level or higher) - we cannot consider Candidates without live clearance. JOB DESCRIPTION To review and acceptance of procedures and documentation in accordance with QC1 requirements click apply for full job details

Our client, one of the UK's largest training providers, is seeking a Hospitality Apprenticeship Learning Coach to join their innovative training team. Key Responsibilities: You will be working with learners at their place of work, coaching them on the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to achieve their apprenticeship standard, primarily within well-known organisations in the hospitality industry. Job Requirements: NVQ at level 2 in Hospitality Extensive, relevant vocational experience in food & beverage, food production, reception, housekeeping, beverage service, or team leadership Ability to work in high-demand environments, meeting targets and tight deadlines Strong communication and self-motivation skills Ability to work autonomously It would be great if you had: Minimum Level 3 Teaching qualification NVQ level 3 in professional cookery or hospitality supervision BTEC level 3 hospitality management Experience in working within a work-based learning (WBL) or education environment Benefits: Full training for new coaches and support to achieve a teaching qualification CPD to support your occupational expertise and continuous professional development 25 days annual leave (rising with service) Additional day leave for your birthday Holiday purchase scheme Flexible working & flexi time options Early finish at the end of the week Health cash plan Virtual GP Curated wellbeing package Enhanced sickness pay Company matched pension up to 5% Life assurance Enhanced family benefits package Religious bank holiday swap Long service recognition and reward Quarterly reward and recognition awards Our client is dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce. They are committed to broadening the equity, diversity, and inclusion of their workforce, creating a sense of belonging for all, and thereby better representing the diverse community of learners and partners they serve. If you have experience in the hospitality industry or as a trainer, assessor, or coach, and are looking for an opportunity to develop yourself and others, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and supportive team.

A well-established private practice law firm in Reading is seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Secretary to join its team. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience supporting fee earners within a legal environment. Key Responsibilities • Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners• Preparing and formatting legal documents, correspondence, and case papers• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating client appointments• Handling incoming calls and managing email inboxes on behalf of fee earners• Audio and copy typing, document production, and file management• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and legal requirements• Liaising with clients in a professional and confidential manner• Supporting the smooth running of the department through general office duties Skills and Experience Required • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or strong background in legal administration• Fast and accurate typing skills with experience in audio and copy typing• Excellent command of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)• Strong organisational and time-management skills• Ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting deadlines• Professional communication skills and confidence when liaising with clients• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail Benefits • Competitive salary aligned with the Reading market• Holiday allowance and pension scheme• Opportunities for training and development• Friendly and supportive working environment How to Apply If you are a motivated Legal Secretary looking to progress your career in a reputable Reading law firm, please submit your CV and we will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

RECEPTIONIST - UP TO £13.60/hr - ONSITE - READING Robert Half are thrilled to be supporting a client in their search for professional and reliable Receptionists to join their on-call team supporting a busy and modern UK Head Office based in Reading, offering up to £13.60 + holiday pay! This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for flexible work on an ad hoc basis, providing cover during holidays, sickness, and other absences. We are looking to build a small pool of dependable individuals for our client who can step in when required. Working within a corporate yet friendly environment of approximately 250 employees, you will be the face of the business, delivering a first-class front-of-house experience for visitors, clients, and employees alike. Key Details: Job Title: Receptionist Pay: Up to £13.60 + holiday pay Location : Reading Working pattern : Ad Hoc / On-Call Cover, up to 75 hours per month (approx. 10 days) Key Responsibilities: Answer and direct incoming calls via the switchboard. Meet and greet visitors in a professional and welcoming manner. Manage visitor registration and issue access passes. Book meeting rooms and ensure they are presentation-ready. Handle incoming/outgoing post, deliveries, and courier requests. Support general facilities and office administration tasks. Order stationery and replenish office supplies. Liaise with onsite catering for hospitality requirements. Maintain a tidy, organised, and professional reception area. Requirements: Previous reception or office administration experience. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Professional, friendly, and well presented. Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask. Confident using Microsoft Office. Flexible, adaptable, and happy to support where needed. Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Belcan Workforce Solutions are currently looking for a Quality Engineer for a Defence establishment in Reading supporting a major infrastructure project. The role is an estimated 10 month contract and is paying competitively on an hourly basis. Successful applicants will be required to be Security Cleared prior to appointment and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain UK Security Clearance. An IR35 assessment for tax purposes is required for this engagement. In order to determine the Limited Company's correct IR35 status, an individual Limited Company assessment will be required. The Role In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring quality assurance and control activities are carried out in line with project and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include: Reviewing and accepting procedures and documentation in accordance with QC1 requirements Carrying out QC inspections in line with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) Ongoing review and final acceptance of Lifetime Records (LTRs) Witnessing tests and undertaking on-site inspections Attending required project and quality meetings Essential Requirements To be considered for this role, you must have: Proven experience in a quality-related role on a major infrastructure project A civils bias Experience conducting on-site inspections against approved detailed design Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Valid CSCS card Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office If this sounds like the right next step for your career and you'd like to learn more-or simply have an initial, no-obligation conversation-please feel free to contact me on (phone number removed). Alternatively, you can apply directly using the Easy Apply link. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Commercial Insurance Sales Executive Location: Theale (Office-based) Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 DOE + up to 20% bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (45-minute lunch) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Insurance Sales Executive to join their established Commercial Sales team in Theale. This fully office-based role focuses on generating profitable new business, developing strong client relationships, and delivering tailored insurance solutions across a wide range of commercial risks. This opportunity suits a commercially driven insurance professional who enjoys new business development, working with complex risks, and operating in a structured, professional environment. Key Responsibilities New Business Development Proactively identify, source, and qualify new commercial insurance opportunities through outbound activity, referrals, networking, and research Deliver persuasive sales presentations and tailored proposals Build and manage a strong pipeline to achieve monthly and annual targets Client Engagement Establish trusted, long-term relationships with new clients Conduct detailed fact-finding to assess business risks and insurance needs Provide expert advice on appropriate commercial covers Insurance Placement & Negotiation Work closely with underwriting and internal teams to secure competitive terms Prepare and present accurate quotations and proposal documentation Compliance & Administration Ensure all activity complies with FCA regulations, data protection, and internal governance Maintain accurate CRM and policy management records Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in commercial insurance sales Strong knowledge of commercial insurance products Track record of success in a target-driven environment Desirable Experience using MS Dynamics and underwriting systems Personal Attributes Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven Highly organised with excellent time management Professional, ethical, and detail-focused Key Performance Indicators Achievement of new business premium targets Conversion of qualified leads Client satisfaction during onboarding Accuracy of documentation and regulatory compliance Salary & Benefits £30,000 - £45,000 salary (DOE) Up to 20% bonus Private healthcare (Vitality) Up to 4% employer pension contribution 25 days annual leave (rising with service) Laptop provided Business expenses covered (mileage and training) Corporate discounts and staff insurance discounts Location & Working Hours This is a fully office-based role in Theale , working Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm , with a 45-minute lunch break.

Legal Counsel (Commercial Property) Permanent Reading Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite) You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship Protect the estate. Enable the network. Deliver commercially focused legal expertise. This role plays a key part in supporting legal and property activities across a national estate of more than 20,000 sites. As part of the in-house legal team, you will provide practical, commercially focused property advice to help manage, maintain, and evolve a large-scale infrastructure portfolio. Working closely with internal property teams and external legal advisers, you will deliver pragmatic solutions across estate management matters, including landlord and tenant issues, disputes, negotiations, and portfolio management. Why this role matters You will help ensure the business has high-quality legal support to effectively manage property matters, resolve disputes, and enable the continued operation and development of a major UK infrastructure network. This is a full-time hybrid role, with a minimum of 2-3 days per week in the Reading office. What you'll be here to do: Property Legal Support Provide legal support across the ongoing management of the network estate, with a focus on commercial property matters Advise on landlord and tenant issues, including the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 Analyse legal rights and deliver clear, commercially focused advice on estate management External Legal Management Manage external legal advisers, ensuring delivery to agreed standards, timelines, and budgets Review and approve documentation, ensuring value for legal spend Commercial Advice & Collaboration Negotiate with site providers and their legal representatives where required Work closely with property colleagues and support wider business initiatives involving the estate Process Improvement Support the development of effective legal processes and policies Contribute to initiatives involving legal frameworks such as the Electronic Communications Code Key challenges Managing a high volume of property-related legal work in a fast-paced environment Delivering clear, practical advice under tight deadlines Supporting a large and complex estate Building strong relationships across legal, property, and operational teams Who we're looking for You're a commercially minded legal professional with strong property expertise and the ability to deliver pragmatic advice in a dynamic environment. You'll have: Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 0-5 years' PQE Experience in commercial property Knowledge of landlord and tenant law, including the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills Ability to manage a high workload and work effectively under pressure Experience in private practice and/or in-house Desirable: Familiarity with the Electronic Communications Code Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Centre Experience & Commercial Manager Reading - brand new building by the station Permanent £40,000-£50,000 OTE up to £60,000 Step into a leadership role where every day blends strategy, service, and sales. This is your chance to run a brand new, premium workspace destination in the heart of Reading - a hub where energy meets excellence, and customer journeys are as polished as the building itself. The Role: As Centre Experience & Commercial Manager , you'll own the success of the centre - leading from the front to deliver an exceptional customer journey and outstanding financial results. You'll be the face and energy of the building: ensuring members, guests and event clients receive a five star experience while you maximise opportunities for growth across co-working memberships and meeting room sales. This is a role for someone who enjoys autonomy, visibility, and impact - equal parts hospitality leader, sales strategist, and operational expert. Key Responsibilities Take full responsibility for the centre's performance, driving revenue and profitability. Lead, coach, and motivate your on-site team to deliver exceptional service and memorable experiences. Build strong relationships with customers and local businesses to grow co-working memberships and event bookings. Ensure seamless on-boarding and day to day operations, from move ins to facilities and health & safety compliance. Oversee suppliers, budgets, and reporting with a keen eye for quality and cost efficiency. Champion the customer journey from day one - onboarding, engagement, and retention. Champion continuous improvement - always looking for smarter ways to deliver value and elevate standards. About You This role suits an engaged, customer driven manager with commercial savvy and a genuine passion for people. You'll have a track record of turning enquiries into loyal customers, leading teams that deliver excellence, and taking ownership of results. You'll bring: Proven experience in flexible workspace, hospitality, or events operations. A commercial mindset - confident with budgets, performance targets, and business development. Natural leadership with strong communication, motivation, and organisational skills. Resilience, initiative, and pride in creating great places to work and collaborate. What's on Offer £40,000-£50,000 base OTE of £60,000 Modern, high spec centre just moments from Reading Station Full training and professional development Dynamic, high-tech centre in a brand new Reading development Generous benefits and ongoing professional development Join a workspace that redefines how people connect, collaborate, and create - and be the person who makes it all happen. Customer experience meets commercial leadership. This is your platform to shine.

I'm currently looking to recruit a Planner P6 - Defence/ Nuclear environment, with exposure working in SC cleared environment. Looking for experienced planners to join a contract for 12 + months, working on site in Reading Essential skills: 2-5 years experience in planning P6 Primavera Background in highly regulated industry Recent experience working in Highly secured environments (DV) - Candidates holding Active Clearance will benefit of a quick start date. Application Deadline: Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (phone number removed) (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at (url removed) Disability confident and Armed forces -GIS As a member of the disability confident scheme and Armed Forces our client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability/ are present or ex members or the Armed Forces/ partners/ spouse and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (url removed)

Senior FPGA Engineer with advanced knowledge of Xilinx FPGA devices and proficiency in VHDL will work across the full FPGA development lifecycle for an established Technology Company offering Hybrid working, a generous salary and great benefits package. The successful Senior FPGA Engineer will work closely with systems architects to define FPGA requirements from high-level system specifications; developing FPGA designs using Vivado for synthesis and implementation, integrating MicroBlaze soft processors, peripherals and custom IP within the system design. The role will also involve verification and validation as well as mentorship of junior engineers. The ideal Senior FPGA Engineer will possess the following skills and experience: Bachelors / Masters Degree in Electronics Engineering or similar. Proven experience with Xilinx FPGAs (ideally Zynq, Kintex or Artix). Expert knowledge of Vivado Design Suite, VHDL. Experience developing MicroBlaze processors. Exposure to Cocotb, UVVM or other modern verification methodologies. Familiarity with processors and interfaces such as eSPI, PCIe, 12C and UART. A proven understanding of FPGA architecture design, clocking, resets and interfacing. If you are a Senior level FPGA Engineer who is seeking a rewarding new challenge, apply now to find out more. Benefits include 25 days holiday plus option to purchase more, an annual profit share bonus, Private Health Insurance, Pension scheme up to 10% employer contribution, death in service, car salary sacrifice scheme and more.

Red King Resourcing is looking for a Junior Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team in Central Reading! This role would suit someone who has 6-12 months' Sales experience, who is looking to move into a career in recruitment, and develop their skills in a growing business. The Role Advising Clients on selecting suitable Candidates for their vacancies. Interviewing and assessing prospective applicants, and matching them with vacancies at Client companies. Screening Candidates, and drawing up shortlists of Candidates for Clients to interview. Organising interviews and selection events. Making arrangements for the advertisement of vacancies. Helping applicants to prepare for interviews. Building and maintaining relationships with Clients. Maintaining accurate records of Candidates and Clients within the CRM. Identifying potential new Clients and acquiring their business from LinkedIn. The successful Candidate will receive training and support, while learning how to manage their own desk. About You 6-12 months' experience in a Sales role. Confident and polite when speaking on the phone. Organised, motivated and reliable. Comfortable working in an Office environment in Reading 5 days a week. The ability to handle rejection without losing momentum. A practical, common-sense approach to work. What We Offer Competitive basic Salary. Uncapped Commission. Support to study your NVQ Level 3 in Recruitment. Clear progression from Associate to Specialism Manager. Ongoing 1-2-1 training and mentorship. Supportive and friendly Team environment. Monthly Team incentives. If you're interested in starting a career in recruitment, and want to be part of a growing company, please send your CV to Maddie Platt to apply and find out more!

Electrician (University Estate) Reading 35,000 - 40,000+ OTE + 15% Employer Pension + 40 Days Holiday + 36-Hour Week + 2,700 On-Call Allowance + 600 Skill Payments Looking for an Electrical Maintenance role within a diverse University Campus with a 36-hour week, 39 days' leave and 15% employer pension contribution? With a 36 hour week, market leading company benefits and a supporting and enjoyable working environment this role is built around stability and work-life balance . The Role Deliver planned and reactive electrical maintenance across campus buildings Carry out fault finding, testing and compliance works Ensure statutory electrical compliance and safe systems of work Join the on-call rota after initial period ( 2,900 annual allowance) The Person NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent) 18th Edition Strong electrical maintenance and fault-finding experience 2391 Testing & Inspection (additional 600 payment if held) JIB Gold Card (additional 600 payment if held) This role suits a maintenance electrician seeking stability, structure and improved work-life balance over commercial site work. Package & Benefits 36-hour week (Monday-Friday) 39 days total leave (including bank holidays & closure days) Circa 15% employer pension contribution (USS scheme) University Grade 5 salary scale up to 35,608 (before enhancements) 2,700 annual on-call allowance 600 per recognised additional qualification (where applicable) Structured overtime

Entity: Finance Job Family Group: Finance Group Job Description: Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fuelled by world-class insight and expertise click apply for full job details

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Make an impact in one of the UK's largest Indirect Tax teams Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help businesses of all sizes succeed. Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As a Tax Manager, you'll be joining a high performing VAT team who provide services to a diverse portfolio. These include household names, global multinationals and fast paced privately owned businesses. You'll deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio including control of billings and cash collection within the firms' criteria and liaising with HMRC. You'll develop business and seek opportunities to ensure the continued growth of the team. This role is a key one and will work in close partnership with our Partners & Directors. You'll be someone with Significant understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus in the area of VAT Ability to manage a large and varied portfolio Ability and desire to actively seek opportunities for further work Experience of dealing directly with HMRC Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level. CTA qualified or equivalent an advantage You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Job Title: Vehicle Technician (Vans) Location: Reading Salary: £38,760Basic Salary (£44,760OTE) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday (with optional overtime) About the Role Our client is one of the UKs leading vehicle hire and fleet management businesses, and they are currently looking for skilled Vehicle Technicians to join their growing team across multiple sites nationwide click apply for full job details

Reception and Office ManagerThis is a part-time role, ideally 10am-2pm Monday-Thursday, based onsite The Reception and Office Manager will oversee the day-to-day operation of the building. The role is customer-facing and involves supporting tenants, visitors and clients, managing room bookings and conference facilities, and ensuring the building and shared spaces are maintained to a high standard.This is a multi-let office building for charities and voluntary organisations. The building provides office suites, meeting rooms and counselling rooms available for hire by both internal and external users.The post holder will act as a key point of contact between tenants and charity teams. Working independently, they will help ensure the smooth operation of the building, facilities and booking services.Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, tenants, clients and contractors. Manage the day-to-day running of office. Coordinate bookings for meeting rooms, counselling rooms and conference facilities. Prepare rooms for meetings and events as required. Order office and kitchen supplies, including stationery and photocopier consumables. Monitor shared areas including kitchens, meeting rooms and WCs, ensuring cleaning standards are maintained. Support prospective tenants and visitors, including conducting tours where appropriate. Set up and provide basic support for AV equipment and meeting technology. Maintain records relating to shared facilities such as printing and photocopying. Distribute incoming post to pigeonholes and to tenants when appropriate. Manage parking arrangements for the building and resolve or escalate issues as necessary. Report building maintenance issues, including lighting, plumbing, lift or access concerns. Support fire safety procedures, including maintaining relevant logbooks and assisting with scheduled evacuation drills. Create and manage tenant access fobs and door access permissions. Assist with tenant enquiries and support the onboarding of new tenants. Support the organisation of events held at the offices. Provide administrative support to the organisation Undertake other duties appropriate to the role. Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including face-to-face, telephone and email communication. Proficient in Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word and Excel. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities. Confident working with contractors and external suppliers. Professional and customer-focused approach. Knowledge of office health and safety procedures. Basic understanding of IT and office infrastructure. Previous experience in a customer-facing or facilities-based role would be advantageous. Personal Qualities Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality. Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Friendly, approachable and professional manner. Positive attitude with a good sense of humour. Well presented with pride in maintaining a professional workplace environment. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll SME. This role is responsible for providing expert-level knowledge and guidance on all aspects of payroll processing, compliance, and systems. The Payroll SME will ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery, act as a key resource for complex payroll-related queries and projects as well as support on a project to implement new software. What you'll be doing as a Payroll SME Supporting the delivery of a major HR and payroll system upgrade, ensuring seamless transition and minimal business disruption. Completing the in-house monthly internal payroll activities, adhering to internal and external compliance and controls. Working with the wider payroll team to ensure accurate end-to-end payroll processing for employees. Provide training to the Payroll HR Coordinators on payroll processes and the wider People Services Team when processes are created or changed. Work with internal and external stakeholders to complete a change impact assessment before making improvements. Support internal and external audits by providing required payroll data and documentation and answering queries. Prioritising and completing incoming work, handling highly confidential information with integrity. Ensuring policies and processes are up to date and working with Pay and Benefits Manager to ensure changes affecting payroll are enacted, communicated to the wider team and associated documentation updated. Base location: Hybrid - Reading. Working hours: 36 hours, Monday to Friday. What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Extensive experience working in a large UK Payroll team. Experience in using payroll systems. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Additional skills and experiences would be great to have/bring: Certificate in Payroll Practice. Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) or equivalent professional qualification or HR knowledge. BA in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources. Experience of Success Factors. What's in it for you? Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

With one of the largest teams of Chartered Surveyors in the property sector, located in regional offices across the UK, Ridge and Partners have the depth and breadth of experience, expertise and local knowledge to support our clients at every stage of property investment, ownership and occupation from acquisition to disposal. We work with a wide range of clients advising on their property portfoli click apply for full job details

We're recruiting an experienced HR Consultant (Industrial Relations) to partner with leaders and Trade Union representatives, connecting business priorities with our People strategy and strengthening our Trade Union Partnership.You'll shape and deliver effective people interventions, using insight into our workforce and culture to help achieve business objectives. You'll also ensure a consistent, fair and robust approach to union negotiations, consultations and queries.The role combines hands-on coordination with specialist advice and coaching for people managers, ensuring transparent, legally compliant union engagement. You'll lead TU-focused projects and work closely with HR centres of expertise and HR partners. Strong technical knowledge of HR and industrial relations legislation and practice is essential . You'll proactively build trusted relationships with key stakeholders to deliver positive, constructive outcomes. What you will be doing as HR Consultant - Industrial Relations Designing and delivering Trade Union related IR interventions and strategies. Leading on IR areas, providing a bespoke consultancy service to leaders and other HR departments Handling escalated in-depth and complex queries. Analysing and interpreting research data to inform IR strategy and approach. Building trusted relationships, acting as a confidant and forms alliances with internal/ externalstakeholders. Ensuring business leaders understand and are engaged with IR activities Working flexibly and collaboratively across business and HR functions to ensure effective planning and delivery, Identifies ways to work with resistance and complex problems. Leading timely and efficient delivery of planned IR programmes into the organisation by communicating programme intent and coaching business leaders to assure delivery/ support outcomes Working Pattern - Hybrid, Reading with some travel to other sites What you should bring to the role? Proven hands on experience of developing/deploying an industrial relations strategy which positively impacts the business and the way people work Solid experience working with heavily unionised organisations Expertise in IR policy and procedures including detailed and up-to-date knowledge of legislativerequirements. Able to manage the employment legal system, and prepare for and manage cases/TU disputes, The ability to drive an effective working relationships with the TU partnership through successful consultation and negotiation to drive positive change in the business Be able to understand and speak the 'language of the business', be business 'savvy', and how to translate the organisation plan into an IR plan by being solutions focused. Excellent expertise of shaping and driving delivery of successful change and transformation processes What's in it for you? Competitive salary of up to £75,000 per annum Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays) Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution. Personal Medical Assessments - Open to all once a year. Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Ground Remediation Engineer Reference: BY90112 Location: Reading Salary: 32,000 - 40,000 Do you have experience working with contaminated land, ground remediation, geo-environmental engineering or water treatment facilities? Looking for the next step in your career on a variety of exciting roles? This industry leading remediation contractor is are seeking an enthusiastic Remediation Engineer to join their team on a variety of new projects, as part of their company wide expansion. The Ground Remediation Engineer role offers a competitive salary ( 32,000 - 40,000), excellent supported career progression, company benefits including a healthcare, a fuel card provided for travelling to sites across the UK and flexible working hours. This Ground Remediation Engineer position will involve: Work on a range of contaminated land, water and soul treatment projects across the country. Providing technical support and management of remediation schemes. Writing technical reports. Carrying out environmental risk assessments. Liaising with clients, suppliers and regulators. Deploying Environmental Permits and Validation reports. Undertaking environmental monitoring and sampling. To be considered for the Remediation Engineer role you should have: Experience in ground remediation, contaminated land, geo-environmental or brownfield industry, as an engineer, technician, assistant engineer or consultant. A degree in an environmental/geology/engineering based subject. A willingness to travel around the UK and work away during projects. A full UK driving licence. Commutable to Reading and happy travelling across the UK. A full right to work in the UK. If you are interested in this or other Engineering/Remediation roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on (url removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Senior SHE Advisor Opportunity - Contract Role in Reading (AWE) Join Our Client's Visionary Team Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior SHE Advisor? Our client, a leader in their industry, is seeking a highly skilled professional to join their team. This critical on-site position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on safety, health, and environmental (SH click apply for full job details

Job Description Pharmacist Berkshire Independent Hospital - Reading Full Time 37.5 Hours A fantastic opportunity has come up for a full time Pharmacist to work for Ramsay Health Care UK based at the Berkshire Independent Hospital in Reading. The post holder will be a member of the pharmacy team and will provide a clinical pharmacy service to the inpatient wards and outpatient department click apply for full job details

Exciting Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant in Reading. Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs? We're seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our well-established school in Reading, where we focus on providing high-quality support for students with autism and a range of other needs. About the Role: In this rewarding role, you'll be working directly with students to provide tailored support in their learning journey. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your role will be pivotal in ensuring that each student reaches their full potential, providing assistance both in class and outside as needed. Your Responsibilities: Offer one-on-one support to students with autism and other additional needs. Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to ensure personalised support. Create a nurturing and inclusive environment where all students feel valued. Collaborate with teachers and specialists to support the overall development of each child. Encourage the social, emotional, and academic growth of students, boosting their independence and confidence. Why Choose Us? Reputable School: We are a highly respected school that values both student achievement and staff wellbeing. Supportive Team: Join a friendly, collaborative team of educators who are passionate about making a difference in students' lives. Ongoing Development: Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities in areas such as autism support, communication techniques, and more. What We're Looking For: Experience working with children with autism or other special educational needs is preferred but not required. A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their best. Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills. A willingness to learn, grow, and adapt within the role. If you are committed to helping students succeed in a supportive and caring environment, we would love to hear from you! Click Apply for more information. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. Role: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location: Cedar Park Day Nursery Twyford RG10 9PP. Contract: Permanent 18-40 hours/week 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Full and part-time options available of 2-5 days a week Shifts will fall between 07:30am-18:30pm. Salary: £27,040-£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) £13.00-£16.22 per hour. We've been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ' careers, not jobs' , supporting one another to grow and succeed. Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays. Work-life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax-free. Childcare discount : 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one. Exclusive partner benefits : Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts. Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service. Career development : Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy. About us We are employee-owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax-free dividend. We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes. We are community driven : Supporting causes close to our hearts, we've raised more than £3.5 million for charity. We are environmentally responsible : Building a greener tomorrow our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy. About you You are a qualified early years professional : You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above. You are skilled in creating opportunities for learning: Your knowledge of the EYFS will enable you to work as a Key Person, planning and implementing high quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play; observing, assessing and recording children's progress. You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well-being is promoted. You are collaborative: You enjoy working in partnership with children, parents and colleagues, effectively communicating and building strong and positive relationships. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We're committed to FREDIE ( fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required. If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team who will determine if an interview is the next step. Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check. If you're not early years qualified, visit our Careers Page to explore other opportunities.

Health and Safety Advisor - £45,000 - £50,000 + Package - Utilities / Civil Engineering - Thames Valley - ID: 11608 Are you looking to join a growing infrastructure contractor where you can influence safety, health, environmental and quality performance across major utility projects? We're supporting a leading utilities and civil engineering contractor in their search for a Health and Safety Advisor click apply for full job details