Zero Surplus

Starting salary is £18,000 for 3 days (£30k Pro Rata) + 20% OTE + an increase in base salary after probation based on performance. We're working with a long-established and highly respected leadership and management training consultancy, currently seeking a Home-Based Part-Time Account Manager to join their close-knit, remote-first team. This is a values-led, consultative business with over 50 years' heritage, known for delivering tailored development programmes that genuinely impact performance. Their client base spans a wide range of sectors, with an excellent reputation for quality, professionalism and long-term relationships. This is a part-time permanent opportunity, ideally around 3 days per week (22.5 hours). The hours can be worked as three full days or spread across five days to accommodate school hours or other commitments. The role is remote-first, with approximately one day per month spent with the team in a Central London coworking space. The Role This is a relationship-led, consultative Account Manager position - not a hard sell. The role is split approximately 50% existing account management and 50% re-engaging lapsed clients and developing new opportunities. The commercial element is educational and insight-driven, focused on understanding client challenges and shaping tailored training solutions rather than pushing products. You'll act as the main point of contact for your client base, managing the journey from initial enquiry through to programme coordination and follow-up, ensuring a high-touch, professional experience at every stage. You will be responsible for: Nurturing and growing relationships with existing client accounts Re-engaging previous clients and identifying new business opportunities in a thoughtful, consultative way Leading discovery calls to understand organisational challenges and development needs Collaborating with senior consultants to shape tailored proposals and solutions Managing incoming enquiries and advising on appropriate programmes Coordinating virtual and in-person training delivery, including logistics and scheduling Maintaining accurate CRM records and overseeing bookings and invoicing You'll work closely with an experienced Account Manager and senior consultants, receiving comprehensive training and ongoing development. About You This role would suit an experienced, articulate and professional Account Manager or consultative Sales professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships. You'll likely: Have experience in account management, consultative sales or a relationship-led B2B environment Be confident leading conversations with decision-makers Be naturally curious, thoughtful and solutions-focused Be highly organised and comfortable managing your own workload remotely Experience within training, professional services or a people-focused environment would be beneficial but is not essential. Attitude, communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting clients are key. Zero Surplus is one of the UK's premier recruitment agencies, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across the South of England. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy.

Starting salary is £18,000 for 3 days (£30k Pro Rata) + 20% OTE + an increase in base salary after probation based on performance. We're working with a long-established and highly respected leadership and management training consultancy, currently seeking a Home-Based Part-Time Account Manager to join their close-knit, remote-first team. This is a values-led, consultative business with over 50 years' heritage, known for delivering tailored development programmes that genuinely impact performance. Their client base spans a wide range of sectors, with an excellent reputation for quality, professionalism and long-term relationships. This is a part-time permanent opportunity, ideally around 3 days per week (22.5 hours). The hours can be worked as three full days or spread across five days to accommodate school hours or other commitments. The role is remote-first, with approximately one day per month spent with the team in a Central London coworking space. The Role This is a relationship-led, consultative Account Manager position - not a hard sell. The role is split approximately 50% existing account management and 50% re-engaging lapsed clients and developing new opportunities. The commercial element is educational and insight-driven, focused on understanding client challenges and shaping tailored training solutions rather than pushing products. You'll act as the main point of contact for your client base, managing the journey from initial enquiry through to programme coordination and follow-up, ensuring a high-touch, professional experience at every stage. You will be responsible for: Nurturing and growing relationships with existing client accounts Re-engaging previous clients and identifying new business opportunities in a thoughtful, consultative way Leading discovery calls to understand organisational challenges and development needs Collaborating with senior consultants to shape tailored proposals and solutions Managing incoming enquiries and advising on appropriate programmes Coordinating virtual and in-person training delivery, including logistics and scheduling Maintaining accurate CRM records and overseeing bookings and invoicing You'll work closely with an experienced Account Manager and senior consultants, receiving comprehensive training and ongoing development. About You This role would suit an experienced, articulate and professional Account Manager or consultative Sales professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships. You'll likely: Have experience in account management, consultative sales or a relationship-led B2B environment Be confident leading conversations with decision-makers Be naturally curious, thoughtful and solutions-focused Be highly organised and comfortable managing your own workload remotely Experience within training, professional services or a people-focused environment would be beneficial but is not essential. Attitude, communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting clients are key. Zero Surplus is one of the UK's premier recruitment agencies, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across the South of England. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy.

Starting salary is £18,000 for 3 days (£30k Pro Rata) + 20% OTE + an increase in base salary after probation based on performance. We're working with a long-established and highly respected leadership and management training consultancy, currently seeking a Home-Based Part-Time Account Manager to join their close-knit, remote-first team. This is a values-led, consultative business with over 50 years' heritage, known for delivering tailored development programmes that genuinely impact performance. Their client base spans a wide range of sectors, with an excellent reputation for quality, professionalism and long-term relationships. This is a part-time permanent opportunity, ideally around 3 days per week (22.5 hours). The hours can be worked as three full days or spread across five days to accommodate school hours or other commitments. The role is remote-first, with approximately one day per month spent with the team in a Central London coworking space. The Role This is a relationship-led, consultative Account Manager position - not a hard sell. The role is split approximately 50% existing account management and 50% re-engaging lapsed clients and developing new opportunities. The commercial element is educational and insight-driven, focused on understanding client challenges and shaping tailored training solutions rather than pushing products. You'll act as the main point of contact for your client base, managing the journey from initial enquiry through to programme coordination and follow-up, ensuring a high-touch, professional experience at every stage. You will be responsible for: Nurturing and growing relationships with existing client accounts Re-engaging previous clients and identifying new business opportunities in a thoughtful, consultative way Leading discovery calls to understand organisational challenges and development needs Collaborating with senior consultants to shape tailored proposals and solutions Managing incoming enquiries and advising on appropriate programmes Coordinating virtual and in-person training delivery, including logistics and scheduling Maintaining accurate CRM records and overseeing bookings and invoicing You'll work closely with an experienced Account Manager and senior consultants, receiving comprehensive training and ongoing development. About You This role would suit an experienced, articulate and professional Account Manager or consultative Sales professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships. You'll likely: Have experience in account management, consultative sales or a relationship-led B2B environment Be confident leading conversations with decision-makers Be naturally curious, thoughtful and solutions-focused Be highly organised and comfortable managing your own workload remotely Experience within training, professional services or a people-focused environment would be beneficial but is not essential. Attitude, communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting clients are key. Zero Surplus is one of the UK's premier recruitment agencies, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across the South of England. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy.

Starting salary is £18,000 for 3 days (£30k Pro Rata) + 20% OTE + an increase in base salary after probation based on performance. We're working with a long-established and highly respected leadership and management training consultancy, currently seeking a Home-Based Part-Time Account Manager to join their close-knit, remote-first team. This is a values-led, consultative business with over 50 years' heritage, known for delivering tailored development programmes that genuinely impact performance. Their client base spans a wide range of sectors, with an excellent reputation for quality, professionalism and long-term relationships. This is a part-time permanent opportunity, ideally around 3 days per week (22.5 hours). The hours can be worked as three full days or spread across five days to accommodate school hours or other commitments. The role is remote-first, with approximately one day per month spent with the team in a Central London coworking space. The Role This is a relationship-led, consultative Account Manager position - not a hard sell. The role is split approximately 50% existing account management and 50% re-engaging lapsed clients and developing new opportunities. The commercial element is educational and insight-driven, focused on understanding client challenges and shaping tailored training solutions rather than pushing products. You'll act as the main point of contact for your client base, managing the journey from initial enquiry through to programme coordination and follow-up, ensuring a high-touch, professional experience at every stage. You will be responsible for: Nurturing and growing relationships with existing client accounts Re-engaging previous clients and identifying new business opportunities in a thoughtful, consultative way Leading discovery calls to understand organisational challenges and development needs Collaborating with senior consultants to shape tailored proposals and solutions Managing incoming enquiries and advising on appropriate programmes Coordinating virtual and in-person training delivery, including logistics and scheduling Maintaining accurate CRM records and overseeing bookings and invoicing You'll work closely with an experienced Account Manager and senior consultants, receiving comprehensive training and ongoing development. About You This role would suit an experienced, articulate and professional Account Manager or consultative Sales professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships. You'll likely: Have experience in account management, consultative sales or a relationship-led B2B environment Be confident leading conversations with decision-makers Be naturally curious, thoughtful and solutions-focused Be highly organised and comfortable managing your own workload remotely Experience within training, professional services or a people-focused environment would be beneficial but is not essential. Attitude, communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting clients are key. Zero Surplus is one of the UK's premier recruitment agencies, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across the South of England. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy.

Senior Mechanical Engineer We're delighted to be working with an established, technology driven engineering firm, seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of advanced manufacturing equipment, used by leading research institutions and commercial organisations worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically innovative environment and play a key role in delivering complex, precision-engineered systems. Key Responsibilities Define integration requirements for new equipment, including mechanical and optical systems Lead mechanical design, integration, and project coordination with internal teams and external suppliers Design tooling and mechanical components to improve manufacturing efficiency, safety, quality, and reliability Establish and oversee acceptance testing to ensure performance requirements are achieved Produce clear technical documentation and engineering records Support and promote a safe and compliant engineering and manufacturing environment Required Skills and Experience Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline Demonstrated technical leadership experience within a high-tech industrial environment Experience managing technical projects, including planning schedules, budgets, and resources Strong mechanical design capability Proficiency with SolidWorks and experience in electro-mechanical, thermo-mechanical, or opto-mechanical design Ability to interpret complex technical specifications and requirements Strong communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) Fluent English, written and spoken This is a great opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering systems, in a collaborative and innovation-driven technical environment. With planned and achievable career development within a growing high-technology sector, this role is ideal for anyone who is ready to take the next step in their engineering career. Zero Surplus is one of the UK's premier recruitment agencies, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across the South of England. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy

Senior Mechanical Engineer We're delighted to be working with an established, technology driven engineering firm, seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of advanced manufacturing equipment, used by leading research institutions and commercial organisations worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically innovative environment and play a key role in delivering complex, precision-engineered systems. Key Responsibilities Define integration requirements for new equipment, including mechanical and optical systems Lead mechanical design, integration, and project coordination with internal teams and external suppliers Design tooling and mechanical components to improve manufacturing efficiency, safety, quality, and reliability Establish and oversee acceptance testing to ensure performance requirements are achieved Produce clear technical documentation and engineering records Support and promote a safe and compliant engineering and manufacturing environment Required Skills and Experience Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline Demonstrated technical leadership experience within a high-tech industrial environment Experience managing technical projects, including planning schedules, budgets, and resources Strong mechanical design capability Proficiency with SolidWorks and experience in electro-mechanical, thermo-mechanical, or opto-mechanical design Ability to interpret complex technical specifications and requirements Strong communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) Fluent English, written and spoken This is a great opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering systems, in a collaborative and innovation-driven technical environment. With planned and achievable career development within a growing high-technology sector, this role is ideal for anyone who is ready to take the next step in their engineering career. Zero Surplus is one of the UK's premier recruitment agencies, based just outside Cambridge our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across the South of England. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy

Quality Engineer - Manufacturing An established and growing manufacturing business is looking to appoint a Quality Engineer to join its team at its Harlow HQ. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in quality improvement, supporting cross-functional teams and helping to drive a right-first-time culture across products and processes. The Role You will support quality monitoring, investigation, and continuous improvement activities, helping to reduce waste and improve overall product and process performance. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the handling of warranty claims and customer-reported quality issues Assisting with customer investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Supporting the development and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) Participating in inspection activities including Tool Proof Samples, First Product Runs and Pre-Shipment Inspections Supporting new product introduction through quality planning, risk assessment and DFMEA activities Defining and maintaining inspection standards, sampling plans and quality controls Analysing scrap, rework and non-conformance trends to identify improvement opportunities Providing day-to-day quality support across assembly, warehouse and production operations Raising and managing Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCARs) Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across products, processes and suppliers Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and technical standards The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have experience within a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of quality processes and continuous improvement methodologies. You will ideally have: Experience in a Quality Engineer, Quality Inspector, Production Engineer or similar role Background in a mechanical, electrical or manufacturing environment Experience supporting new product introduction and product development activities Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical standards Experience using manual inspection methods and measurement equipment Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action processes Familiarity with quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, Pareto analysis and control plans Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally High attention to detail and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment The Opportunity Hybrid-based role in Harlow Opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing business Involvement in continuous improvement and new product development initiatives Supportive team environment with opportunities for development Long-term career progression within a quality-focused organisation About Us Zero Surplus is one of the UK's premier recruitment agencies, based just outside Cambridge. Our recruiters source staff for small and international businesses across the South of England. For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering, as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect