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Contract Communications Officer London (Some flexibility with remote working) 12 Month Contract (Initially) 55-60 per hour OUTSIDE IR35 MUST HOLD AN ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE A defence client is seeking a dynamic Communications Officer to join their team and help drive their mission forward. This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working across diverse teams, and is comfortable operating within the defence and innovation ecosystem. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead and support the coordination and delivery of high-profile program events, working closely with internal teams and an external events agency. Manage media relations, including drafting pitches, preparing senior leadership briefings, coordinating with NATO colleagues, and overseeing the Press inbox. Produce high-quality communications materials such as presentations, speaking notes, social media posts, and website content. Provide day-to-day communications support across the programme, including content drafting, messaging, document formatting, and strategic advice. Contribute to additional communications and event activities as required. Essential Qualifications & Experience We're looking for someone with: A minimum of 5 years' experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or events management. At least 2 years' experience coordinating and delivering events within the defence sector or involving defence stakeholders. At least 2 years' experience in media relations, including outreach strategies, pitch development, senior leadership briefings, and media inquiry management. Desirable Skills Experience in complementary communications areas such as graphic design, content or brand management, social media production, or internal communications. Due to the nature of the role, this client requires an active SC to start. Interview to be held W/C 15th of December. If you're interested, apply to the link for consideration!

Senior Research Scientist - Driving Innovation in Sustainable Materials Location: Bristol Salary: 45,000- 55,000 (DOE) Contract: Full-Time Why This Role? Imagine being at the forefront of a technology that could transform how industries recycle advanced materials. This is your chance to join a pioneering cleantech organisation developing breakthrough chemical recycling solutions that make sustainability a reality. You'll have autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to shape the future of circular innovation. What You'll Do Lead cutting-edge research projects that push the boundaries of chemical recycling. Design and deliver experiments that turn ideas into tangible results. Drive technical strategy and mentor a talented research team. Play a key role in capturing and protecting intellectual property. See your work make a real-world impact across aerospace, automotive, defence, and renewable energy sectors. What's In It For You? Work on technology that's redefining sustainability in high-value industries. Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter. Enjoy a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and leadership. Competitive salary and the chance to make a genuine difference to the planet. What We're Looking For PhD in Chemistry or related field, plus 3+ years of industrial R&D experience. Expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and chemical innovation. Hands-on experience with advanced analytical techniques. Strong leadership skills and a passion for sustainability. Desirable Extras Knowledge of composite materials and life cycle assessment. Experience with IP generation and AGILE methodologies. If you're ready to take ownership of groundbreaking research and help shape a cleaner, smarter future, we'd love to hear from you.

Recruitment Consultant - Engineering Focus Location: Bristol (BS1) - Hybrid Working Available Salary: 25,000 + Uncapped Commission Job Type: Full-time Permanent Kickstart your recruitment career in the fast-paced world of engineering and technology. We're growing our specialist engineering recruitment team and looking for ambitious individuals to join us as Trainee Recruitment Consultants . No experience in recruitment? No problem. If you've got the drive, resilience, and a hunger to succeed, we'll give you the tools and training to become an expert in placing highly skilled professionals into cutting-edge engineering projects across industries such as automotive, aerospace, energy, and advanced manufacturing. You'll be joining a team with warm client relationships ready to build on, access to top-tier recruitment platforms, and a supportive, high-performance culture that rewards your hard work. What you'll be doing: Building lasting relationships with engineering businesses through consultative sales and business development. Sourcing high-quality candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, and proactive outreach. Matching candidates to client requirements, managing interviews, and guiding both sides through the hiring process. Developing specialist knowledge in engineering and technical recruitment. Delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates. What we're looking for: Resilience and a positive, competitive attitude. Motivation to succeed in a sales-driven environment. Strong communication skills and confidence in building relationships. Interest in engineering, technology, or innovation (beneficial but not essential). Ambition and drive to progress your career quickly. What we offer: Award-winning training - A structured 6-month induction programme with ongoing coaching from experienced recruiters. Industry-leading tools - Full access to recruitment platforms, databases, and market insights. Earning potential - Uncapped commission structure with clear progression routes. Culture & incentives - Weekly early finishes, fine dining club lunches, and luxury trips to locations like Monaco, the French Alps, and beyond. Hybrid working - After initial training, flexibility to split your time between home and our modern Bristol office. This is your chance to join a business with a strong reputation in specialist markets, a proven track record, and a clear path for career progression. If you're ready to build a rewarding career in engineering recruitment, apply now and let's make it happen.

Global Quality Tools & Methods Specialist (Semiconductor) Job Title: Global Quality Tools & Methods Specialist Location: UK (South East, with hybrid working) Type: Permanent Sector: Semiconductor / High Tech Capital Equipment Salary: c. 80,000 + package (dependent on experience) Drive Quality 4.0 and global standards across a multibillion revenue semiconductor business. We're partnering with a global engineering group that designs and manufactures complex semiconductor equipment. They're looking for a senior Global Quality Tools & Methods Specialist to define, deploy and continuously improve the quality methodologies, standards and digital tools used across their worldwide operations. This is a strategic, high visibility role reporting into VP Customer Quality , with direct influence on global quality performance, product reliability and customer experience. The opportunity You'll be the global point of reference for quality tools and methods - setting the framework, driving adoption across R&D, manufacturing, supply chain and service, and leading the journey towards data driven, predictive quality . The role is hybrid (predominantly home based with regular presence in the UK office) and will involve global collaboration and some international travel . What you'll be doing Strategy & Leadership Define and deploy the global strategy for Quality Tools & Methods aligned to business and customer goals. Lead cross?functional, cross region initiatives to build a proactive, prevention?focused quality culture. Own the roadmap for Quality 4.0 / digital quality transformation (analytics, dashboards, AI?based quality decision making). Quality Systems, Methods & Tools Own and continuously improve core quality methodologies and standards (e.g. FMEA, DFMEA/PFMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP, 8D, CAPA, DMAIC). Harmonise quality processes across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and field service. Embed quality tools and controls into NPI and production / operations systems. Champion the use of advanced data analytics and automated reporting to improve transparency and decision?making. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement Institutionalise lessons learned and preventive actions across programmes and sites. Support and lead structured problem solving, Kaizen and improvement workshops focused on yield, reliability and performance. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration Partner with global stakeholders in R&D, operations, supply chain and service to ensure consistent adoption of tools and methods. Align quality expectations with key suppliers and major customers. Support internal and external audits and senior quality reviews. Provide direction, coaching and subject?matter leadership to local quality teams worldwide. About you Education & Background Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical discipline. Ideally a Master's and/or advanced certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean Expert . Experience Typically 10+ years' experience in quality engineering, reliability, operational excellence or similar within semiconductor equipment or complex high tech machinery . Proven track record implementing quality systems, tools and standards across multi?site or global operations . Hands?on experience with operational platforms and data/analytics tools for quality monitoring. Exposure to complex systems (e.g. precision mechanics, optics, mechatronics, vacuum systems) is a strong plus. Skills & Competencies Expert knowledge of quality tools: FMEA, DFMEA/PFMEA, SPC, DOE, MSA, DFSS, APQP, 8D, DMAIC . Strong data?driven mindset - comfortable with tools such as Minitab, JMP, Python, Power BI or similar. Excellent communication and facilitation skills; able to influence senior stakeholders and coach global teams. Confident operating in a global matrix environment with cultural and time?zone complexity. Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and modern quality management systems. Why join? Impact: Direct influence on quality strategy, methods and performance across a multi?billion revenue business. Scope: Truly global remit across multiple sites, regions and functions. Innovation: Drive the transition towards digital, data driven quality in a high tech, fast growing sector. Balance: Hybrid working, with a culture that genuinely supports work/life balance. To explore this opportunity in confidence, please apply with your CV or contact me directly for a discreet conversation.

Job title: PSA Consultant - Nuclear Location: Bristol Working arrangement: Full time, Hybrid. Salary: up to 80,000 iO are currently partnered with a Bristol based engineering consultancy. Currently on the lookout for a Nuclear Probabilistic Safety Assessor to join on a permanent basis. You will be leading the development of PSA for civil nuclear or naval nuclear applications, becoming and integral part of a growing business within the defence consultancy space. You would be expected to : Develop Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) models. Lead PSA work completed by junior members of staff and contractors. Support the development of safety cases and risk management plans. Performing independent safety assurance reviews. Delivering periodic safety reviews of systems / facilities. Collaboration with clients and partner organisations. Key skills and experience: Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a related technical discipline. Demonstrable knowledge of Nuclear Authorising and Licensing Conditions. Strong customer focus, developing creative commercial strategies. Strong experience of PSA tools such as Reliability Workbench and RiskSpectrum. Chartered status, previous consultancy experience and active clearance all highly desirable. This role can offer up to 80,000 , attractive benefits & hybrid working and the opportunity to continually develop within a growing business. Due to the nature of work, this role best suits a Sole British National , or someone with current SC/DV clearance.