DIRECTOR OF FINANCE - OPERA NORTH STRATEGIC FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS Opera North, one of the UK's leading opera companies, is seeking an accomplished Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure robust financial management across the organisation. Reporting to the General Director, you will lead the financial operations and governance framework of Opera North and its affiliated organisations, working closely with the Board of Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to devise sustainable financial strategies that deliver the company's artistic ambitions and strategic priorities. You ll be taking over from a well-respected senior finance leader who is moving on after years of brilliant service, leaving a legacy to build upon and facilitating a substantial handover period. This is a senior role requiring significant experience in complex financial and regulatory environments, with strong charity accounting knowledge highly desirable. You will lead a dedicated finance team while building productive partnerships with stakeholders across the organisation, external auditors, and professional advisers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership Lead financial operations and governance across Opera North, Opera North Trading Ltd, Opera North Future Fund and Friends of Opera North Contribute to company strategy across all business areas, providing financial analysis and guidance on activities, plans, targets and business drivers Work with the General Director and Board to develop sustainable and viable financial strategies Financial Management & Reporting Provide budgets and financial modelling, offering robust challenges to planning processes where necessary Produce regular management accounts, annual income and expenditure budgets, improving their effectiveness as managerial tools Prepare information on capital expenditure, property management and reserves management to enable effective Board assessment Ensure timely and accurate compliance with requirements of Arts Council England, Charity Commission, Companies House and other external stakeholders Team Leadership & Development Lead, manage and support the continuous professional development of the finance team Support the development of financial skills and awareness across budget-holders to achieve continuous improvement in financial planning, forecasting and budget management Develop procedures and policies to support the company's financial performance Compliance & Governance Liaise with providers of professional services including auditors, tax advisers, insurers, lawyers and pension providers Work closely with the People Team to ensure efficient payroll and pension arrangements in line with legislative and HMRC requirements Maintain awareness of changes to leadership and governance legislation, communicating implications to non-finance colleagues Ensure an effective governance framework is in place BENEFITS PACKAGE Competitive salary commensurate with experience 35 hours per week 33 days annual leave inclusive of 8 statutory holidays Pension scheme: Opera North contributes 5.5% of basic pay after 3 months' service (employee contribution 2.5%) Professional development opportunities Access to Opera North performances and cultural activities Based at the Howard Opera Centre, Leeds ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Qualifications & Professional Standing Full professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Professional membership of recognised accountancy body Experience Senior manager or director level experience Substantial professional experience in a complex financial and regulatory environment Preparing and presenting management accounts, reports and data at board level Liaising with auditors and other professional advisers Management of a payroll function Managing teams Technical Knowledge Knowledge of relevant legislation affecting financial reporting and taxes Good knowledge of VAT and Gift Aid Strong Excel skills Comfort with different accounting software Skills & Attributes Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex financial information to stakeholders with varying levels of financial knowledge Ability and willingness to review and improve internal systems Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion HIGHLY DESIRABLE Knowledge and experience in charity accounting Understanding of charity law and guidance Knowledge and experience in preparing creative tax reliefs Professional experience of the arts sector ABOUT OPERA NORTH Opera North is one of the UK's most vibrant opera companies, creating extraordinary experiences for audiences across the North of England. The organisation values creativity, collaboration and cultural impact, operating with a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Opera North promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and makes recruitment decisions by matching our needs with the skills and experience of candidates. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from the global majority or those with other protected characteristics. The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK or be ready to obtain it. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES All Opera North employees are expected to: Represent company values and purpose to create extraordinary experiences every day Work collaboratively with all team members Act as an ambassador for Opera North, following all policies and procedures Ensure everyone visiting Opera North is welcomed and treated with respect APPLICATION PROCESS Broster Buchanan are acting as recruitment partner for this appointment. To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Lucy Rider at Broster Buchanan Application deadline: 13th March 2026 Interviews: 25th & 26th March For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Lucy Rider at Broster Buchanan. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE - OPERA NORTH STRATEGIC FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP IN THE ARTS Opera North, one of the UK's leading opera companies, is seeking an accomplished Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure robust financial management across the organisation. Reporting to the General Director, you will lead the financial operations and governance framework of Opera North and its affiliated organisations, working closely with the Board of Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to devise sustainable financial strategies that deliver the company's artistic ambitions and strategic priorities. You ll be taking over from a well-respected senior finance leader who is moving on after years of brilliant service, leaving a legacy to build upon and facilitating a substantial handover period. This is a senior role requiring significant experience in complex financial and regulatory environments, with strong charity accounting knowledge highly desirable. You will lead a dedicated finance team while building productive partnerships with stakeholders across the organisation, external auditors, and professional advisers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership Lead financial operations and governance across Opera North, Opera North Trading Ltd, Opera North Future Fund and Friends of Opera North Contribute to company strategy across all business areas, providing financial analysis and guidance on activities, plans, targets and business drivers Work with the General Director and Board to develop sustainable and viable financial strategies Financial Management & Reporting Provide budgets and financial modelling, offering robust challenges to planning processes where necessary Produce regular management accounts, annual income and expenditure budgets, improving their effectiveness as managerial tools Prepare information on capital expenditure, property management and reserves management to enable effective Board assessment Ensure timely and accurate compliance with requirements of Arts Council England, Charity Commission, Companies House and other external stakeholders Team Leadership & Development Lead, manage and support the continuous professional development of the finance team Support the development of financial skills and awareness across budget-holders to achieve continuous improvement in financial planning, forecasting and budget management Develop procedures and policies to support the company's financial performance Compliance & Governance Liaise with providers of professional services including auditors, tax advisers, insurers, lawyers and pension providers Work closely with the People Team to ensure efficient payroll and pension arrangements in line with legislative and HMRC requirements Maintain awareness of changes to leadership and governance legislation, communicating implications to non-finance colleagues Ensure an effective governance framework is in place BENEFITS PACKAGE Competitive salary commensurate with experience 35 hours per week 33 days annual leave inclusive of 8 statutory holidays Pension scheme: Opera North contributes 5.5% of basic pay after 3 months' service (employee contribution 2.5%) Professional development opportunities Access to Opera North performances and cultural activities Based at the Howard Opera Centre, Leeds ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Qualifications & Professional Standing Full professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Professional membership of recognised accountancy body Experience Senior manager or director level experience Substantial professional experience in a complex financial and regulatory environment Preparing and presenting management accounts, reports and data at board level Liaising with auditors and other professional advisers Management of a payroll function Managing teams Technical Knowledge Knowledge of relevant legislation affecting financial reporting and taxes Good knowledge of VAT and Gift Aid Strong Excel skills Comfort with different accounting software Skills & Attributes Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex financial information to stakeholders with varying levels of financial knowledge Ability and willingness to review and improve internal systems Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion HIGHLY DESIRABLE Knowledge and experience in charity accounting Understanding of charity law and guidance Knowledge and experience in preparing creative tax reliefs Professional experience of the arts sector ABOUT OPERA NORTH Opera North is one of the UK's most vibrant opera companies, creating extraordinary experiences for audiences across the North of England. The organisation values creativity, collaboration and cultural impact, operating with a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Opera North promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and makes recruitment decisions by matching our needs with the skills and experience of candidates. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from the global majority or those with other protected characteristics. The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK or be ready to obtain it. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES All Opera North employees are expected to: Represent company values and purpose to create extraordinary experiences every day Work collaboratively with all team members Act as an ambassador for Opera North, following all policies and procedures Ensure everyone visiting Opera North is welcomed and treated with respect APPLICATION PROCESS Broster Buchanan are acting as recruitment partner for this appointment. To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Lucy Rider at Broster Buchanan Application deadline: 13th March 2026 Interviews: 25th & 26th March For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Lucy Rider at Broster Buchanan. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.
Prospectus is excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a Senior Trust and Foundation Lead to join their UK team. The foundation is a UK-based microfinance charity that gives small loans and business training to women in Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia. They envision a world where people living in poverty have the opportunity to build sustainable and better lives for themselves and their families. They provide women in sub-Saharan Africa with financial services, business training, mentoring, and ongoing support. This is an exciting time to join the foundation as they embark on a phase of major organisational growth. In 2026, they are launching a capital campaign to expand their outreach from serving 150,000 women each year to 1 million women annually. The role is offered on a permanent full-time basis with a salary between £38,000 to £42,000 per annum with flexible hybrid working options between home and their London office. The Senior Trust and Foundation Lead is responsible for generating new income from grant-making trusts, foundations, and institutional funders. This role focuses on finding, building, and managing key funder relationships to secure high-value, multi-year grants. The postholder should be a strategic thinker, strong communicator, and excellent bid-writer. Working within a small fundraising team in London and reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, the role also involves collaborating with senior teams in sub-Saharan Africa to develop proposals, budgets, and tailored funder reports. They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in securing significant grants (five or six figure gifts) from trusts, foundations, and institutional funders. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in writing successful grant applications and bids, with a portfolio of high-value awards. The ideal candidate will have an interest in international development and the work of the foundation. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a Senior Trust and Foundation Lead to join their UK team. The foundation is a UK-based microfinance charity that gives small loans and business training to women in Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia. They envision a world where people living in poverty have the opportunity to build sustainable and better lives for themselves and their families. They provide women in sub-Saharan Africa with financial services, business training, mentoring, and ongoing support. This is an exciting time to join the foundation as they embark on a phase of major organisational growth. In 2026, they are launching a capital campaign to expand their outreach from serving 150,000 women each year to 1 million women annually. The role is offered on a permanent full-time basis with a salary between £38,000 to £42,000 per annum with flexible hybrid working options between home and their London office. The Senior Trust and Foundation Lead is responsible for generating new income from grant-making trusts, foundations, and institutional funders. This role focuses on finding, building, and managing key funder relationships to secure high-value, multi-year grants. The postholder should be a strategic thinker, strong communicator, and excellent bid-writer. Working within a small fundraising team in London and reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, the role also involves collaborating with senior teams in sub-Saharan Africa to develop proposals, budgets, and tailored funder reports. They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in securing significant grants (five or six figure gifts) from trusts, foundations, and institutional funders. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in writing successful grant applications and bids, with a portfolio of high-value awards. The ideal candidate will have an interest in international development and the work of the foundation. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Graduate/Trainee Recruitment Consultant 28,000 + Uncapped Commission (Year 1 OTE ( 35,000- 45,000) + Full Training + Progression + Company Developments Bristol City Centre Are you looking to kickstart your career in Recruitment within a rapidly growing consultancy who have aims of major growth both across the UK and internationally providing the platform for quick career progression to management and beyond? Ernest Gordon are an Engineering, Technical, IT and Finance consultancy with a head office based in Bristol City Centre. With major aims of doubling headcount and turnover year on year, in addition to diversifying into new sectors- we are looking to bring in motivated individuals to help us achieve these goals. You will be joining a tight-knit team where you will receive full training and continual support to help grow your skillset within sales and progress your career. We pride ourselves on our development processes which lead to the autonomy to manage your own desk and play a key part in the growth of the company, and to continually open new offices year on year. We are always looking to the future, reinvesting our profits into the company and constantly making changes in the ways we operate to help develop the next generation of talent. We value our staff and company culture as absolute priorities- we know bringing in the right people will help us to get to where we want to be and provide the opportunity for individuals to change their lives and build great careers. The Role: Full training to build a career as a Recruitment Consultant Autonomy to manage your own desk Market-leading commission rates- uncapped with opportunities to earn up to 40% Rapid progression opportunities- from trainee to directorship The Person: Looking to build a career in Recruitment / Sales Motivated with aims of upskilling yourself and progressing your career Commutable to Bristol Trainee, Graduate, Junior, Entry-Level, Recruitment, Consultant, Engineering, Technical, Manager, Progression, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Progression, Training, Somerset, Bristol, South West, Reference number: BBBH14634 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Graduate/Trainee Recruitment Consultant 28,000 + Uncapped Commission (Year 1 OTE ( 35,000- 45,000) + Full Training + Progression + Company Developments Bristol City Centre Are you looking to kickstart your career in Recruitment within a rapidly growing consultancy who have aims of major growth both across the UK and internationally providing the platform for quick career progression to management and beyond? Ernest Gordon are an Engineering, Technical, IT and Finance consultancy with a head office based in Bristol City Centre. With major aims of doubling headcount and turnover year on year, in addition to diversifying into new sectors- we are looking to bring in motivated individuals to help us achieve these goals. You will be joining a tight-knit team where you will receive full training and continual support to help grow your skillset within sales and progress your career. We pride ourselves on our development processes which lead to the autonomy to manage your own desk and play a key part in the growth of the company, and to continually open new offices year on year. We are always looking to the future, reinvesting our profits into the company and constantly making changes in the ways we operate to help develop the next generation of talent. We value our staff and company culture as absolute priorities- we know bringing in the right people will help us to get to where we want to be and provide the opportunity for individuals to change their lives and build great careers. The Role: Full training to build a career as a Recruitment Consultant Autonomy to manage your own desk Market-leading commission rates- uncapped with opportunities to earn up to 40% Rapid progression opportunities- from trainee to directorship The Person: Looking to build a career in Recruitment / Sales Motivated with aims of upskilling yourself and progressing your career Commutable to Bristol Trainee, Graduate, Junior, Entry-Level, Recruitment, Consultant, Engineering, Technical, Manager, Progression, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Progression, Training, Somerset, Bristol, South West, Reference number: BBBH14634 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Building Surveyor Join one of the UK's fastest growing surveying firms. Full-time Competitive salary + rapid career progression Be part of something bigger. A dynamic, high-growth building consultancy on a mission to become a market leader in the UK, and they're just getting started. Working with some of the world s most recognisable brands, they are trusted to deliver exceptional building surveying services across a wide range of sectors. As they expand rapidly, we're looking for ambitious, driven, and talented Building Surveyors to join them on this exciting journey. If you're looking to accelerate your career, develop all-round surveying expertise, and be part of a business designed for growth this is the opportunity for you. What You ll Get: Mentorship That Matters: Work side-by-side with seasoned surveyors and directors. Career Fast-Track: Structured development plans, exposure to all core and niche areas of building surveying, and clear progression routes. Prestige Projects: Get involved with high-profile clients from day one. Supportive Culture: A collaborative, ambitious, and modern working environment where your ideas count. Early Mover Advantage: Join them now and grow with the business as we scale nationally be a key part of the leadership story. About You: MRICS Qualified A strong foundation in all key aspects of building surveying Eager to take on responsibility, learn fast, and make your mark A confident communicator with a professional mindset Ready to embrace a fast-paced, growth-driven culture Why join? They're not just another consultancy. They're building a legacy, one project, one client, and one exceptional surveyor at a time. If you're ready to accelerate your career and be part of something game-changing, this is the place for you.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Building Surveyor Join one of the UK's fastest growing surveying firms. Full-time Competitive salary + rapid career progression Be part of something bigger. A dynamic, high-growth building consultancy on a mission to become a market leader in the UK, and they're just getting started. Working with some of the world s most recognisable brands, they are trusted to deliver exceptional building surveying services across a wide range of sectors. As they expand rapidly, we're looking for ambitious, driven, and talented Building Surveyors to join them on this exciting journey. If you're looking to accelerate your career, develop all-round surveying expertise, and be part of a business designed for growth this is the opportunity for you. What You ll Get: Mentorship That Matters: Work side-by-side with seasoned surveyors and directors. Career Fast-Track: Structured development plans, exposure to all core and niche areas of building surveying, and clear progression routes. Prestige Projects: Get involved with high-profile clients from day one. Supportive Culture: A collaborative, ambitious, and modern working environment where your ideas count. Early Mover Advantage: Join them now and grow with the business as we scale nationally be a key part of the leadership story. About You: MRICS Qualified A strong foundation in all key aspects of building surveying Eager to take on responsibility, learn fast, and make your mark A confident communicator with a professional mindset Ready to embrace a fast-paced, growth-driven culture Why join? They're not just another consultancy. They're building a legacy, one project, one client, and one exceptional surveyor at a time. If you're ready to accelerate your career and be part of something game-changing, this is the place for you.
Management Accountant Tunbridge Wells / Hybrid Working Part-Time £45,000 - £55,000 (FTE) Grifo Group is a dynamic and growing group of companies operating across Build-to-Rent, property development, and construction. The Group is commercially active and expanding, offering a varied and hands-on finance role across multiple entities. You will join a small, collaborative Finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Director and line managing a Finance Officer. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is confident working across multiple legal entities. What s in it for you? Permanent part-time position (25 hours per week across 5 days, Monday Friday) Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home) 25 days holiday + public holidays, increasing by 1 day per year of service (capped at 30 days + PH) Free parking at Head Office Free annual eye tests + £50 contribution towards glasses Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Varied, commercially focused role across multiple business streams Are you the right person for the job? Essential skills & experience: Fully or part-qualified ACCA or CIMA Strong management accounting experience Experience working across multiple legal entities Confidence operating within a small, hands-on finance team Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail Desirable: Experience in construction, property development, or Build-to-Rent / rental sectors Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff Familiarity with project-based accounting environments What will your role look like? Key responsibilities include: Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts across all group entities Preparing budget variance analyses (BVAs), KPIs, and supporting schedules Completing monthly balance sheet and income statement reconciliations Managing month-end processes, including intercompany recharges, management fees, void loss, deferred rent, accruals, prepayments, and depreciation Supporting budgeting and forecasting across the Group Managing daily cashflow reporting and supporting short- and medium-term forecasting Preparing and submitting Group VAT returns, including Construction VAT Overseeing supplier and operational payments, ensuring robust financial control Managing purchase and sales ledger oversight, including correct VAT and CIS treatment Line managing and supporting the Finance Officer Assisting with year-end processes and liaising with external advisers Providing ad hoc financial analysis and project support to the Finance Director This is a hands-on role with real ownership, requiring strong technical ability combined with commercial awareness and attention to detail. If you are a commercially minded Management Accountant seeking a flexible, part-time position within a growing property and development group, we would welcome your application. Your data will be handled in line with GDPR
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant Tunbridge Wells / Hybrid Working Part-Time £45,000 - £55,000 (FTE) Grifo Group is a dynamic and growing group of companies operating across Build-to-Rent, property development, and construction. The Group is commercially active and expanding, offering a varied and hands-on finance role across multiple entities. You will join a small, collaborative Finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Director and line managing a Finance Officer. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is confident working across multiple legal entities. What s in it for you? Permanent part-time position (25 hours per week across 5 days, Monday Friday) Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home) 25 days holiday + public holidays, increasing by 1 day per year of service (capped at 30 days + PH) Free parking at Head Office Free annual eye tests + £50 contribution towards glasses Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Varied, commercially focused role across multiple business streams Are you the right person for the job? Essential skills & experience: Fully or part-qualified ACCA or CIMA Strong management accounting experience Experience working across multiple legal entities Confidence operating within a small, hands-on finance team Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail Desirable: Experience in construction, property development, or Build-to-Rent / rental sectors Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff Familiarity with project-based accounting environments What will your role look like? Key responsibilities include: Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts across all group entities Preparing budget variance analyses (BVAs), KPIs, and supporting schedules Completing monthly balance sheet and income statement reconciliations Managing month-end processes, including intercompany recharges, management fees, void loss, deferred rent, accruals, prepayments, and depreciation Supporting budgeting and forecasting across the Group Managing daily cashflow reporting and supporting short- and medium-term forecasting Preparing and submitting Group VAT returns, including Construction VAT Overseeing supplier and operational payments, ensuring robust financial control Managing purchase and sales ledger oversight, including correct VAT and CIS treatment Line managing and supporting the Finance Officer Assisting with year-end processes and liaising with external advisers Providing ad hoc financial analysis and project support to the Finance Director This is a hands-on role with real ownership, requiring strong technical ability combined with commercial awareness and attention to detail. If you are a commercially minded Management Accountant seeking a flexible, part-time position within a growing property and development group, we would welcome your application. Your data will be handled in line with GDPR
We're looking for a confident multi-media production leader who can inspire and support the development of National Trust content marketing and core brand in our new chapter. The Senior Production Manager is responsible for leading multidisciplinary production teams to deliver emotionally resonant, brand-consistent, and impact-driven content. They are a key creative voice in the organisation, bridging our strategic objectives with creative execution across video, audio and photography, ensuring innovation, quality, and alignment with audience and business goals, while embodying the charity's values and voice. What it's like to work here This role sits in the Brand Marketing team, in the Communications and Fundraising directorate. Our team is responsible for safeguarding and evolving the core NT brand. We are brand, creative and production specialists who are experts in our craft, applying it to content marketing and communications, and innovating with our craft to make the brand relevant to audiences. This role will manage a team of 5 talented production specialists (video, audio, photography), as well as collaborating across the wider team and with external talent on a regular basis. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. The role will involve travel to key office hubs and properties to meet with stakeholders and to carry out work. What you'll be doing Lead our multi-media production studio. You'll combine creative oversight, talent management and strategic brand building to enable your team to create high-impact content that grows the NT brand and engages audiences. You'll manage in-house video producers, audio producers, and photographers, as well as external talent on particular projects. You'll develop and inspire them to produce ideas that connect with supporters and influence public opinion. Oversee and review the execution of our production standards, tone, and visual identity across a range of projects including ATL/BTL marketing, branded content and high-profile brand experiences, ensuring all outputs meet brand guidelines, campaign objectives and budgets. You'll oversee multi-media production for the NT, actively connecting and collaborating across teams, managing budgets, and commissioning external agencies and freelancers. Build strong networks and champion the brand strategy, supporting senior leaders to make the brand stronger and more inclusive. Who we're looking for Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: Strong portfolio/showreel demonstrating high quality production work, studio experience, and well developed video/film skills, with additional audio and/or photography experience. (Merged 2 bullets from below) Strong leadership experience including coaching and development of production staff Ability to translate strategies (brand/content/creative) into effective production plans and outcomes Experience managing internal and external production resource - forecasting needs, allocating workloads, and enhancing team resources Measurement & Impact - Uses insights, data, and KPIs to assess creative effectiveness. Additional criteria for all other applicants: Experience implementing quality control processes and brand adherence Experience influencing, collaborating and building strong relationship organisation wide at all levels. Understanding of brand and creative strategy, propositions, marketing and audience insight The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a confident multi-media production leader who can inspire and support the development of National Trust content marketing and core brand in our new chapter. The Senior Production Manager is responsible for leading multidisciplinary production teams to deliver emotionally resonant, brand-consistent, and impact-driven content. They are a key creative voice in the organisation, bridging our strategic objectives with creative execution across video, audio and photography, ensuring innovation, quality, and alignment with audience and business goals, while embodying the charity's values and voice. What it's like to work here This role sits in the Brand Marketing team, in the Communications and Fundraising directorate. Our team is responsible for safeguarding and evolving the core NT brand. We are brand, creative and production specialists who are experts in our craft, applying it to content marketing and communications, and innovating with our craft to make the brand relevant to audiences. This role will manage a team of 5 talented production specialists (video, audio, photography), as well as collaborating across the wider team and with external talent on a regular basis. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. The role will involve travel to key office hubs and properties to meet with stakeholders and to carry out work. What you'll be doing Lead our multi-media production studio. You'll combine creative oversight, talent management and strategic brand building to enable your team to create high-impact content that grows the NT brand and engages audiences. You'll manage in-house video producers, audio producers, and photographers, as well as external talent on particular projects. You'll develop and inspire them to produce ideas that connect with supporters and influence public opinion. Oversee and review the execution of our production standards, tone, and visual identity across a range of projects including ATL/BTL marketing, branded content and high-profile brand experiences, ensuring all outputs meet brand guidelines, campaign objectives and budgets. You'll oversee multi-media production for the NT, actively connecting and collaborating across teams, managing budgets, and commissioning external agencies and freelancers. Build strong networks and champion the brand strategy, supporting senior leaders to make the brand stronger and more inclusive. Who we're looking for Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: Strong portfolio/showreel demonstrating high quality production work, studio experience, and well developed video/film skills, with additional audio and/or photography experience. (Merged 2 bullets from below) Strong leadership experience including coaching and development of production staff Ability to translate strategies (brand/content/creative) into effective production plans and outcomes Experience managing internal and external production resource - forecasting needs, allocating workloads, and enhancing team resources Measurement & Impact - Uses insights, data, and KPIs to assess creative effectiveness. Additional criteria for all other applicants: Experience implementing quality control processes and brand adherence Experience influencing, collaborating and building strong relationship organisation wide at all levels. Understanding of brand and creative strategy, propositions, marketing and audience insight The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
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.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
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.
Trainee Recruitment Consultant full training and progression opportunities Bristol City Centre £28,000 basic salary as a trainee rising to £32,000 as a consultant (£100k+ from year 2 onwards) + 25 Days Holiday + Rapid Progression + Personal Development + More Are you looking for a lucrative career in the world of recruitment? Do you want to be a part of a highly ambitious business and join one of its top teams where you will be given one-to-one training by one of the businesses top achievers, catapulting your recruitment career and giving you the platform to become one of the best in the industry. On offer is the unique opportunity for an aspiring Recruitment Consultant to join a young and vibrant, fast-paced and growing recruitment company in the heart of Bristol. Offering full one to one training and development all the way into management and beyond, with the opportunity to become one of the future leaders of the business with the ultimate goal of opening up offices throughout the UK, Europe and the world. In this role, we will teach you how to manage your own recruitment business from scratch and take full control over the lead generation, candidate selection and recruitment project life cycle. Working closely with the directors and senior management of the business, you get the guidance and opportunity first hand to springboard your learning and development both professionally and personally while progressing in your career and ultimately becoming the next generation of leaders in the business. This role would suit a Graduate or Trainee who feels they deserve more and are prepared to work for it. Someone who has demonstrated hard work and resilience and who wants a career that can ultimately change your life WHAT WE OFFER: Personal development, training and leadership training Unrivalled progression A place to be daring, a place to be ambitious and a place to become the best version of yourself Up to 40% uncapped commission Unlimited holiday once in management + health, gym and other benefits WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT: Employees come first - to build a business we need great people Pay great commission 40% uncapped we want our employees to benefit and change your life No restrictions on where to do business - complete autonomy and flexibility to work the roles you want, where you want WHO WE WANT: Motivated, driven with big aspirations Likes to have a laugh along the way Recruitment, Consultant, Technical, Engineering, Manager, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Bristol, Somerset, South West, Trainee, Graduate, Junior, Progression, training, Tech If you are interested or would like to find out more click 'apply' or get in touch with Ashleigh directly on . Ernest Gordon 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 our website. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Trainee Recruitment Consultant full training and progression opportunities Bristol City Centre £28,000 basic salary as a trainee rising to £32,000 as a consultant (£100k+ from year 2 onwards) + 25 Days Holiday + Rapid Progression + Personal Development + More Are you looking for a lucrative career in the world of recruitment? Do you want to be a part of a highly ambitious business and join one of its top teams where you will be given one-to-one training by one of the businesses top achievers, catapulting your recruitment career and giving you the platform to become one of the best in the industry. On offer is the unique opportunity for an aspiring Recruitment Consultant to join a young and vibrant, fast-paced and growing recruitment company in the heart of Bristol. Offering full one to one training and development all the way into management and beyond, with the opportunity to become one of the future leaders of the business with the ultimate goal of opening up offices throughout the UK, Europe and the world. In this role, we will teach you how to manage your own recruitment business from scratch and take full control over the lead generation, candidate selection and recruitment project life cycle. Working closely with the directors and senior management of the business, you get the guidance and opportunity first hand to springboard your learning and development both professionally and personally while progressing in your career and ultimately becoming the next generation of leaders in the business. This role would suit a Graduate or Trainee who feels they deserve more and are prepared to work for it. Someone who has demonstrated hard work and resilience and who wants a career that can ultimately change your life WHAT WE OFFER: Personal development, training and leadership training Unrivalled progression A place to be daring, a place to be ambitious and a place to become the best version of yourself Up to 40% uncapped commission Unlimited holiday once in management + health, gym and other benefits WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT: Employees come first - to build a business we need great people Pay great commission 40% uncapped we want our employees to benefit and change your life No restrictions on where to do business - complete autonomy and flexibility to work the roles you want, where you want WHO WE WANT: Motivated, driven with big aspirations Likes to have a laugh along the way Recruitment, Consultant, Technical, Engineering, Manager, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Bristol, Somerset, South West, Trainee, Graduate, Junior, Progression, training, Tech If you are interested or would like to find out more click 'apply' or get in touch with Ashleigh directly on . Ernest Gordon 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 our website. JBRP1_UKTJ
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Rapid Progression 28,000 + Commission (1st Year OTE up to 55k) + Full Training + Rapid Progression Bristol City Centre Are you highly motivated to make a long-lasting career in a fast-paced and exciting sales role, where you get out what you put in with unlimited earning potential? Are you looking to join a company that will heavily invest in your career, with uncapped commission rates and second-to-none training and development plans? Are you looking for a role where you will be given all the tools and development to rapidly progress into leadership roles in a short space of time? At Ernest Gordon we pride ourselves on standing out from the crowd and daring to be different. We invest heavily into the training, development, and progression of our staff to ensure we unluck their capabilities and their truest potential. With the opportunity for promotion every few months, managerial positions are on the horizon within the first year of joining us. Established just a few years ago, we have grown astronomically and aim to double our headcount and turnover year on year. We do this by taking on driven and determined people who dare to dream, letting nothing stand in their way on the road to success. Specialising in Engineering, Tech, IT, and Finance, we have 3 sites across the UK and upcoming plans for many more in the next couple of years. We are consistently growing and boast a bustling sales environment, healthy competition between our teams and offices, and of course plenty of support and guidance. As this is still only the beginning, joining now gives you every chance to rapidly progress to senior roles, management, and directorship - if you want it enough. Tailored training, unrivalled commission, structured progression; we truly value our employees to enable their success. No prior experience is needed, just the hunger and sheer will to stop at nothing to succeed. WHAT WE OFFER: Personal development, training and leadership training Unrivalled progression to Director level A place to be daring, a place to be ambitious and a place to become the best version of yourself WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT: Employees come first - to build a business we need great people Pay great commission- we want our employees to benefit and change their life No restrictions on where to do business - complete autonomy and flexibility to work the roles you want, where you want Rapid progression to Director level - to grow we need people who want to progress and have big careers WHO WE WANT: Motivated, driven with big aspirations Results focused and looking for a sales role Likes to have a laugh along the way Recruitment, Consultant, Technical, Engineering, Manager, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Bristol, Somerset, Southwest, Trainee, Graduate, Junior, Progression, training. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Rapid Progression 28,000 + Commission (1st Year OTE up to 55k) + Full Training + Rapid Progression Bristol City Centre Are you highly motivated to make a long-lasting career in a fast-paced and exciting sales role, where you get out what you put in with unlimited earning potential? Are you looking to join a company that will heavily invest in your career, with uncapped commission rates and second-to-none training and development plans? Are you looking for a role where you will be given all the tools and development to rapidly progress into leadership roles in a short space of time? At Ernest Gordon we pride ourselves on standing out from the crowd and daring to be different. We invest heavily into the training, development, and progression of our staff to ensure we unluck their capabilities and their truest potential. With the opportunity for promotion every few months, managerial positions are on the horizon within the first year of joining us. Established just a few years ago, we have grown astronomically and aim to double our headcount and turnover year on year. We do this by taking on driven and determined people who dare to dream, letting nothing stand in their way on the road to success. Specialising in Engineering, Tech, IT, and Finance, we have 3 sites across the UK and upcoming plans for many more in the next couple of years. We are consistently growing and boast a bustling sales environment, healthy competition between our teams and offices, and of course plenty of support and guidance. As this is still only the beginning, joining now gives you every chance to rapidly progress to senior roles, management, and directorship - if you want it enough. Tailored training, unrivalled commission, structured progression; we truly value our employees to enable their success. No prior experience is needed, just the hunger and sheer will to stop at nothing to succeed. WHAT WE OFFER: Personal development, training and leadership training Unrivalled progression to Director level A place to be daring, a place to be ambitious and a place to become the best version of yourself WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT: Employees come first - to build a business we need great people Pay great commission- we want our employees to benefit and change their life No restrictions on where to do business - complete autonomy and flexibility to work the roles you want, where you want Rapid progression to Director level - to grow we need people who want to progress and have big careers WHO WE WANT: Motivated, driven with big aspirations Results focused and looking for a sales role Likes to have a laugh along the way Recruitment, Consultant, Technical, Engineering, Manager, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Bristol, Somerset, Southwest, Trainee, Graduate, Junior, Progression, training. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
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 VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
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 VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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.
The impact you will have We're looking for an outstanding Senior People Partner to join our People team and make a tangible impact on our business. You'll sit at the heart of our organisation, partnering closely with leaders to enable our people and teams to thrive. If you have a passion for strategic partnership, a strong grounding in talent and organisational design, and thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, we'd love to hear from you. What will you do? As a Senior People Partner, you will: Act as a trusted partner to senior managers and leaders, supporting them on all people-related matters to drive performance and business outcomes. Collaborate closely with the Director of People to co-design and roll out People strategies across key areas including talent development, engagement, culture, and change. Use data and insight to spot patterns, guide decision-making, and support managers with workforce planning, organisational design, and succession. Take ownership of embedding company-wide initiatives (e.g. performance processes, compensation cycles, hybrid working models), ensuring they land well with managers and their teams. Provide sound, pragmatic advice and coaching on employee relations matters, balancing risk and business need with empathy and fairness. Mentor and support the development of other People Partners, helping uplift capability and consistency across the wider team. Play a key role in advancing our culture and ways of working, grounded in our leadership behaviours and values. Key Responsibilities Your Responsibilities Will Include Partnering with managers and leaders to understand business challenges, diagnose people needs, and develop tailored solutions. Supporting workforce and organisational planning, including team structures, spans and layers, and succession planning. Proactively identifying recruitment needs, partnering with Talent Acquisition on role scoping, candidate selection, offers and onboarding. Facilitating personal development and growth through meaningful feedback, development conversations, and learning pathways. Leading or advising on performance and conduct issues, ensuring fair process and manager confidence. Helping managers navigate and apply our reward and compensation philosophy, especially during annual cycles or off cycle promotions. Analysing and translating people data into insight; supporting leaders to make informed decisions that drive business outcomes. Contributing to scaling our culture and processes as we grow internationally - with an eye on relevance, inclusion, and local nuance. Acting as a critical voice on inclusion, wellbeing and psychological safety across the business. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise You'll be great here if you have You have significant experience in a strategic HR Business Partner or People Partner role, ideally in a scaling tech or international environment. You are business savvy and commercially aware: you know how organisations function, how to assess people needs, and how to get things done through others. You're credible with senior leaders, an excellent coach, and not afraid to challenge where needed, always with respect and empathy. You're outcome focused, always looking for opportunities to simplify, improve or scale a process to meet business needs. You have strong knowledge of UK employment law with exposure to international employment contexts an advantage. You're tech fluent, confident using data and tools (like HRIS, survey platforms, spreadsheets) to craft robust insights and cases for change. You're energised by change, resilient and flexible; you operate well in ambiguity and enjoy solving complex people challenges. You're someone who gives great feedback - and invites it in return - because you care about your impact and growth. Ways of Working Collaboration & Care - You're a team player who recognises that building a great company is a shared responsibility. Bias for Action - You spot gaps and roll up your sleeves - experimentation and iteration come naturally to you. Drive for Equity - You are intentional about inclusion and build processes and relationships that recognise all voices. Curious & Grounded - You ask great questions, listen deeply, challenge assumptions and stay humble in your approach. Comfortable with Complexity - Fast growth can be messy! You remain calm, thoughtful, and optimistic through the unknown. Job Benefits Hybrid working and the option to work from almost anywhere for up to 90 days per year £500 Remote working budget to set up your home office space $1,000 Learning & Development budget to use on anything (agreed with your manager) that contributes to your growth and development Holidays: 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays An extra day for your birthday Enhanced parental leave: we provide eligible employees, regardless of gender or whether they become a parent by birth or adoption, 16 weeks fully paid leave and leave. Private Health Insurance - we use Vitality! Full access to Spill Mental Health Support Life Assurance: we hope you will never need this - but our cover is for 4 times your salary to your beneficiaries £100 Crypto for you! Cycle to Work Scheme
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
The impact you will have We're looking for an outstanding Senior People Partner to join our People team and make a tangible impact on our business. You'll sit at the heart of our organisation, partnering closely with leaders to enable our people and teams to thrive. If you have a passion for strategic partnership, a strong grounding in talent and organisational design, and thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, we'd love to hear from you. What will you do? As a Senior People Partner, you will: Act as a trusted partner to senior managers and leaders, supporting them on all people-related matters to drive performance and business outcomes. Collaborate closely with the Director of People to co-design and roll out People strategies across key areas including talent development, engagement, culture, and change. Use data and insight to spot patterns, guide decision-making, and support managers with workforce planning, organisational design, and succession. Take ownership of embedding company-wide initiatives (e.g. performance processes, compensation cycles, hybrid working models), ensuring they land well with managers and their teams. Provide sound, pragmatic advice and coaching on employee relations matters, balancing risk and business need with empathy and fairness. Mentor and support the development of other People Partners, helping uplift capability and consistency across the wider team. Play a key role in advancing our culture and ways of working, grounded in our leadership behaviours and values. Key Responsibilities Your Responsibilities Will Include Partnering with managers and leaders to understand business challenges, diagnose people needs, and develop tailored solutions. Supporting workforce and organisational planning, including team structures, spans and layers, and succession planning. Proactively identifying recruitment needs, partnering with Talent Acquisition on role scoping, candidate selection, offers and onboarding. Facilitating personal development and growth through meaningful feedback, development conversations, and learning pathways. Leading or advising on performance and conduct issues, ensuring fair process and manager confidence. Helping managers navigate and apply our reward and compensation philosophy, especially during annual cycles or off cycle promotions. Analysing and translating people data into insight; supporting leaders to make informed decisions that drive business outcomes. Contributing to scaling our culture and processes as we grow internationally - with an eye on relevance, inclusion, and local nuance. Acting as a critical voice on inclusion, wellbeing and psychological safety across the business. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise You'll be great here if you have You have significant experience in a strategic HR Business Partner or People Partner role, ideally in a scaling tech or international environment. You are business savvy and commercially aware: you know how organisations function, how to assess people needs, and how to get things done through others. You're credible with senior leaders, an excellent coach, and not afraid to challenge where needed, always with respect and empathy. You're outcome focused, always looking for opportunities to simplify, improve or scale a process to meet business needs. You have strong knowledge of UK employment law with exposure to international employment contexts an advantage. You're tech fluent, confident using data and tools (like HRIS, survey platforms, spreadsheets) to craft robust insights and cases for change. You're energised by change, resilient and flexible; you operate well in ambiguity and enjoy solving complex people challenges. You're someone who gives great feedback - and invites it in return - because you care about your impact and growth. Ways of Working Collaboration & Care - You're a team player who recognises that building a great company is a shared responsibility. Bias for Action - You spot gaps and roll up your sleeves - experimentation and iteration come naturally to you. Drive for Equity - You are intentional about inclusion and build processes and relationships that recognise all voices. Curious & Grounded - You ask great questions, listen deeply, challenge assumptions and stay humble in your approach. Comfortable with Complexity - Fast growth can be messy! You remain calm, thoughtful, and optimistic through the unknown. Job Benefits Hybrid working and the option to work from almost anywhere for up to 90 days per year £500 Remote working budget to set up your home office space $1,000 Learning & Development budget to use on anything (agreed with your manager) that contributes to your growth and development Holidays: 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays An extra day for your birthday Enhanced parental leave: we provide eligible employees, regardless of gender or whether they become a parent by birth or adoption, 16 weeks fully paid leave and leave. Private Health Insurance - we use Vitality! Full access to Spill Mental Health Support Life Assurance: we hope you will never need this - but our cover is for 4 times your salary to your beneficiaries £100 Crypto for you! Cycle to Work Scheme
A leading UK property consultancy is seeking to appoint a senior commercial valuation professional to join its established London-based valuation platform. This is a discreet search for a highly experienced valuer who is motivated by the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction, performance and future growth of a well-regarded commercial valuation business. The successful individual will operate at a leadership level, combining technical excellence with commercial acumen and people leadership. The role offers genuine influence over business planning, client strategy and team development, alongside responsibility for driving financial performance and enhancing market profile. This opportunity would suit an established valuation leader seeking greater autonomy and impact, or someone looking for a fresh challenge within a progressive, forward-thinking organisation. A highly competitive remuneration package is on offer, including an attractive suite of flexible benefits. Agile and flexible working arrangements are fully supported and can be discussed confidentially during the process. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership within a London-based commercial valuation team, overseeing delivery and performance Undertake and oversee commercial property valuations for a range of purposes including lending, investment, taxation, financial reporting and public sector asset valuation Lead and manage a specialist valuation team, supporting development, performance and succession planning Build, maintain and grow relationships with key institutional, public and private sector clients Identify and secure new commercial valuation instructions, contributing to wider business growth Play a lead role in complex or high-profile valuation projects Maintain responsibility for financial performance, reporting and budget delivery Ensure valuation work is delivered in line with client requirements and professional standards (RICS) Contribute to strategic business planning and the continued evolution of internal systems, processes and best practice Candidate Profile MRICS or FRICS qualified, with RICS Registered Valuer status Extensive post-qualification experience within commercial property valuation Proven capability in leading teams and managing senior client relationships Strong commercial mindset with a track record of business development and revenue growth Confident in overseeing complex valuation work and providing guidance, coaching and quality assurance to others Familiarity with industry-standard valuation software (e.g. Argus Enterprise); strong general IT skills Willingness to travel as required (full driving licence essential)
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
A leading UK property consultancy is seeking to appoint a senior commercial valuation professional to join its established London-based valuation platform. This is a discreet search for a highly experienced valuer who is motivated by the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction, performance and future growth of a well-regarded commercial valuation business. The successful individual will operate at a leadership level, combining technical excellence with commercial acumen and people leadership. The role offers genuine influence over business planning, client strategy and team development, alongside responsibility for driving financial performance and enhancing market profile. This opportunity would suit an established valuation leader seeking greater autonomy and impact, or someone looking for a fresh challenge within a progressive, forward-thinking organisation. A highly competitive remuneration package is on offer, including an attractive suite of flexible benefits. Agile and flexible working arrangements are fully supported and can be discussed confidentially during the process. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership within a London-based commercial valuation team, overseeing delivery and performance Undertake and oversee commercial property valuations for a range of purposes including lending, investment, taxation, financial reporting and public sector asset valuation Lead and manage a specialist valuation team, supporting development, performance and succession planning Build, maintain and grow relationships with key institutional, public and private sector clients Identify and secure new commercial valuation instructions, contributing to wider business growth Play a lead role in complex or high-profile valuation projects Maintain responsibility for financial performance, reporting and budget delivery Ensure valuation work is delivered in line with client requirements and professional standards (RICS) Contribute to strategic business planning and the continued evolution of internal systems, processes and best practice Candidate Profile MRICS or FRICS qualified, with RICS Registered Valuer status Extensive post-qualification experience within commercial property valuation Proven capability in leading teams and managing senior client relationships Strong commercial mindset with a track record of business development and revenue growth Confident in overseeing complex valuation work and providing guidance, coaching and quality assurance to others Familiarity with industry-standard valuation software (e.g. Argus Enterprise); strong general IT skills Willingness to travel as required (full driving licence essential)
Recruitment Consultant - Facilities Management - London 28k - 35k per annum (DOE) + OTE earnings Daniel Owen is expanding and this is your chance to be part of something big. Our Facilities Management division has seen consistent growth across the UK and now our London team is experiencing a surge in demand. That's why we're looking for a dynamic Recruitment Consultant to join our team in central London and help us take this thriving sector to the next level. What's on offer: Uncapped commission and strong earning opportunities Relationship-focused role with real client interaction Career development in a fast-growing division Supportive team culture and hands-on training If you're ambitious, people-driven and excited by the idea of growing with a market-leading brand, this is your moment. We believe in empowering our people to build something meaningful. If you've got the experience, ambition and vision - we've got the platform to help you thrive. Your impact/duties as a Recruitment Consultant: Client Relationships: Not just over the phone, but face-to-face, you'll identify and develop existing and new client relationships. Talent Sourcing: Seek out skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience. 360 Recruitment Process: From negotiating terms, to interviews to offer stages, you will manage the entire process. Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business and outstanding recommendations Extra benefits of working as a Recruitment Consultant at Daniel Owen: Flexible Benefits: 23 days holiday per year, increasing each year up to your 5th year plus day off for your birthday Health and Well-Being: Contributory pension, private health care and life assurance. Director Incentives: Quarterly lunch incentives and personal treat vouchers Loyalty: Increased holiday with length of service and a gift of your choice at each milestone Jet-Setters Welcome: Reward trips, previous locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal Learning and Growth: We offer a Daniel Owen Academy for junior members of staff taking you through 12 weeks of group sessions and one to one training. Senior members of staff have their own tailored coaching and development which is typically carried out by a board member. Fast-Track Career: Our directors all climbed the ladder from within. Company funded recruitment specific qualifications: The company funds training and qualifications which offers all employees the opportunity to work towards MIRP Level 4 Management status Personalised one-on-onto coaching with One financial: Daniel Owen offers all employees the opportunity to unleash their financial potential and confidentially work alongside financial experts who will guide you through the labyrinth of mortgages, investments, savings, credit, and pensions. The Ideal Candidate for a Recruitment Consultant: Proven Professional: Whether in recruitment or sales (any sector), you know how to get results. Motivator and Ambitious: Inspire others and aspire to progress to a managerial role. Excellent Communicator: Posses brilliant communication skills face-to-face and via email Adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and pivot with changing priorities. Decision-Maker: You're not afraid to take the initiative If you envision a future where you're evolving, and making a significant impact within our dynamic team, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team for a confidential conversation. Join Daniel Owen and be part of a team where your ambition isn't just welcomed it's celebrated. LON123
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Recruitment Consultant - Facilities Management - London 28k - 35k per annum (DOE) + OTE earnings Daniel Owen is expanding and this is your chance to be part of something big. Our Facilities Management division has seen consistent growth across the UK and now our London team is experiencing a surge in demand. That's why we're looking for a dynamic Recruitment Consultant to join our team in central London and help us take this thriving sector to the next level. What's on offer: Uncapped commission and strong earning opportunities Relationship-focused role with real client interaction Career development in a fast-growing division Supportive team culture and hands-on training If you're ambitious, people-driven and excited by the idea of growing with a market-leading brand, this is your moment. We believe in empowering our people to build something meaningful. If you've got the experience, ambition and vision - we've got the platform to help you thrive. Your impact/duties as a Recruitment Consultant: Client Relationships: Not just over the phone, but face-to-face, you'll identify and develop existing and new client relationships. Talent Sourcing: Seek out skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience. 360 Recruitment Process: From negotiating terms, to interviews to offer stages, you will manage the entire process. Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business and outstanding recommendations Extra benefits of working as a Recruitment Consultant at Daniel Owen: Flexible Benefits: 23 days holiday per year, increasing each year up to your 5th year plus day off for your birthday Health and Well-Being: Contributory pension, private health care and life assurance. Director Incentives: Quarterly lunch incentives and personal treat vouchers Loyalty: Increased holiday with length of service and a gift of your choice at each milestone Jet-Setters Welcome: Reward trips, previous locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal Learning and Growth: We offer a Daniel Owen Academy for junior members of staff taking you through 12 weeks of group sessions and one to one training. Senior members of staff have their own tailored coaching and development which is typically carried out by a board member. Fast-Track Career: Our directors all climbed the ladder from within. Company funded recruitment specific qualifications: The company funds training and qualifications which offers all employees the opportunity to work towards MIRP Level 4 Management status Personalised one-on-onto coaching with One financial: Daniel Owen offers all employees the opportunity to unleash their financial potential and confidentially work alongside financial experts who will guide you through the labyrinth of mortgages, investments, savings, credit, and pensions. The Ideal Candidate for a Recruitment Consultant: Proven Professional: Whether in recruitment or sales (any sector), you know how to get results. Motivator and Ambitious: Inspire others and aspire to progress to a managerial role. Excellent Communicator: Posses brilliant communication skills face-to-face and via email Adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and pivot with changing priorities. Decision-Maker: You're not afraid to take the initiative If you envision a future where you're evolving, and making a significant impact within our dynamic team, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team for a confidential conversation. Join Daniel Owen and be part of a team where your ambition isn't just welcomed it's celebrated. LON123
Amey are a leading provider of full life cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working for us, you'll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight, and collaboration. The Opportunity The Analytics & Advisory (A&A) team are part of the Consulting business and responsible for leading innovation through data and technology to enhance our clients' business operations and processes. We allow clients to derive insights and improve decision making through the implementation of digital data acquisition solutions and systems integration of their operational technology assets. Principal Systems Engineer We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer to support the growth and development of new workstreams in the Operational Technology market. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will work with a highly skilled multi disciplinary team, high profile clients, and external contractors; therefore good communication and people skills are essential. You will be reporting to the Operational Technology Practice Lead. The role A&A uses a flexible and agile approach to systems engineering and are enthusiastic about the use of new technologies. As a Principal Systems Engineer with us, you will be responsible for creating, guiding and overseeing the development and delivery of solutions to meet and exceed client's expectations: integrating technology and innovation. Key responsibilities include Manage a team of Designers, in cross functional teams, working to achieve individual project design deliverables to meet the client needs and providing mentorship in both technical and interpersonal skills Plan, manage, and oversee design projects from conception to completion. Design detailed and complex systems with precision: conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments, design, prototyping, testing, and validation of new designs Liaise with external partners, suppliers, and industry experts to solve problems Working with high profile clients to establish their requirements and aspirations, building and maintaining relationships to maximise efficiencies and identify further opportunities Working with the OpTech Practice Lead and Delivery Directors to develop proposals for future clients in the Operational Technology market space What you will bring to us Extensive post qualification experience in at least three of the following fields: Networking Technologies, Cyber Security, Help Points, Telephony, Variable Message Signs, SCADA, Customer Information Systems, CCTV Systems Proven record of successfully managing and delivering System Integration projects through the whole project lifecycle Strong leadership and team management skills Experience in the rail, highways or utilities industry Experience in the development of design processes and design resources Ability to represent A&A in multi disciplinary project teams. Experience of bid process and tender response process Experience leading cross functional design reviews and acting as design authority Chartered engineer or equivalent What we can offer you At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We're huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications. Work life Balance Work life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we're open to discussing working options that suit you. Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers EDI At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas - NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers. Social Value You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Benefits Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to Bonus - up to 10% of base salary Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. Your Career at Amey Consulting At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. You'll be stretched but always supported. Well recognise your hard work and look after your well being too. You'll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one. Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Amey are a leading provider of full life cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working for us, you'll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight, and collaboration. The Opportunity The Analytics & Advisory (A&A) team are part of the Consulting business and responsible for leading innovation through data and technology to enhance our clients' business operations and processes. We allow clients to derive insights and improve decision making through the implementation of digital data acquisition solutions and systems integration of their operational technology assets. Principal Systems Engineer We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer to support the growth and development of new workstreams in the Operational Technology market. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will work with a highly skilled multi disciplinary team, high profile clients, and external contractors; therefore good communication and people skills are essential. You will be reporting to the Operational Technology Practice Lead. The role A&A uses a flexible and agile approach to systems engineering and are enthusiastic about the use of new technologies. As a Principal Systems Engineer with us, you will be responsible for creating, guiding and overseeing the development and delivery of solutions to meet and exceed client's expectations: integrating technology and innovation. Key responsibilities include Manage a team of Designers, in cross functional teams, working to achieve individual project design deliverables to meet the client needs and providing mentorship in both technical and interpersonal skills Plan, manage, and oversee design projects from conception to completion. Design detailed and complex systems with precision: conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments, design, prototyping, testing, and validation of new designs Liaise with external partners, suppliers, and industry experts to solve problems Working with high profile clients to establish their requirements and aspirations, building and maintaining relationships to maximise efficiencies and identify further opportunities Working with the OpTech Practice Lead and Delivery Directors to develop proposals for future clients in the Operational Technology market space What you will bring to us Extensive post qualification experience in at least three of the following fields: Networking Technologies, Cyber Security, Help Points, Telephony, Variable Message Signs, SCADA, Customer Information Systems, CCTV Systems Proven record of successfully managing and delivering System Integration projects through the whole project lifecycle Strong leadership and team management skills Experience in the rail, highways or utilities industry Experience in the development of design processes and design resources Ability to represent A&A in multi disciplinary project teams. Experience of bid process and tender response process Experience leading cross functional design reviews and acting as design authority Chartered engineer or equivalent What we can offer you At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We're huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications. Work life Balance Work life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we're open to discussing working options that suit you. Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers EDI At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas - NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers. Social Value You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Benefits Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to Bonus - up to 10% of base salary Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. Your Career at Amey Consulting At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. You'll be stretched but always supported. Well recognise your hard work and look after your well being too. You'll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one. Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.
Associate Town Planner Job in Edinburgh Associate Town Planner Job in Edinburgh - a chance to take a senior role in shaping planning strategy across Scotland. Step into a position offering high-impact projects, strong career progression and a supportive culture that values initiative and collaboration. This leading planning consultancy delivers complex development projects across Scotland and the wider UK, combining commercial awareness with strategic insight. Their Scotland Planning team is expanding, offering a platform for an ambitious Senior Planner/Associate to contribute to business growth, mentor others and work on a broad mix of schemes. The company promotes continuous professional development, flexible working and a people-first culture with a strong commitment to wellbeing. Role & Responsibilities Create, develop and maintain professional contacts while building long-term client relationships Generate and deliver profitable project work across sectors Execute projects in line with agreed budgets, timescales and quality standards Prepare and manage planning applications, assessments and supporting documentation Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal processes Collaborate with colleagues across teams to maximise cross-selling opportunities Support recruitment, onboarding and performance development of team members Keep industry knowledge up to date and contribute to continuous learning within the team Work cooperatively with directors, clients and stakeholders across the Scottish market. Required Skills & Experience Good breadth of experience working on planning issues across multiple sectors Experience within the Scottish planning market preferred but not essential MRTPI membership preferred, or actively working towards chartership Strong understanding of development management, planning policy and project management Ability to use initiative with a commercial mindset and collaborative working style Excellent written, analytical and communication skills Eligible to work in the UK; right-to-work proof required at application stage Primarily office based with some flexibility over remote working. What you get back £50,000 - £65,000 DOE 9% employer pension contribution Hybrid and flexible working options, including part-time and compressed hours Health & wellbeing support: annual £500 health check and wellbeing allowance Option to take a career break (up to nine months after two years' service) 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, with option to purchase additional days Vibrant social culture (Culture Club, sports teams and events) Volunteering: 'Give a Day. Get a Day.' initiative and wider community opportunities. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions. Associate Town Planner Job in Edinburgh - Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref:) JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Associate Town Planner Job in Edinburgh Associate Town Planner Job in Edinburgh - a chance to take a senior role in shaping planning strategy across Scotland. Step into a position offering high-impact projects, strong career progression and a supportive culture that values initiative and collaboration. This leading planning consultancy delivers complex development projects across Scotland and the wider UK, combining commercial awareness with strategic insight. Their Scotland Planning team is expanding, offering a platform for an ambitious Senior Planner/Associate to contribute to business growth, mentor others and work on a broad mix of schemes. The company promotes continuous professional development, flexible working and a people-first culture with a strong commitment to wellbeing. Role & Responsibilities Create, develop and maintain professional contacts while building long-term client relationships Generate and deliver profitable project work across sectors Execute projects in line with agreed budgets, timescales and quality standards Prepare and manage planning applications, assessments and supporting documentation Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal processes Collaborate with colleagues across teams to maximise cross-selling opportunities Support recruitment, onboarding and performance development of team members Keep industry knowledge up to date and contribute to continuous learning within the team Work cooperatively with directors, clients and stakeholders across the Scottish market. Required Skills & Experience Good breadth of experience working on planning issues across multiple sectors Experience within the Scottish planning market preferred but not essential MRTPI membership preferred, or actively working towards chartership Strong understanding of development management, planning policy and project management Ability to use initiative with a commercial mindset and collaborative working style Excellent written, analytical and communication skills Eligible to work in the UK; right-to-work proof required at application stage Primarily office based with some flexibility over remote working. What you get back £50,000 - £65,000 DOE 9% employer pension contribution Hybrid and flexible working options, including part-time and compressed hours Health & wellbeing support: annual £500 health check and wellbeing allowance Option to take a career break (up to nine months after two years' service) 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, with option to purchase additional days Vibrant social culture (Culture Club, sports teams and events) Volunteering: 'Give a Day. Get a Day.' initiative and wider community opportunities. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions. Associate Town Planner Job in Edinburgh - Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref:) JBRP1_UKTJ
Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Rapid Progression 28,000 + Commission (80K OTE) + 33 days Holiday + Pension + Rapid Progression Bristol Ernest Gordon Recruitment specialise in Engineering, Technology, IT and Finance Recruitment across the UK and internationally. We are at the beginning of our journey having only been established for 5 years and are excited about what the next 5 years look like. We have 3 sites and 40 staff - but this is just the beginning. We are looking for the next generation of Directors and Managers in the business. We want to work with ambitious, driven individuals who want to have a big career and ultimately see themselves as a Senior leader. Ernest Gordon are different. We are not your average recruitment company. We pride ourselves in standing out from the crowd, no shiny suits, Rolex watches or big egos here. At Ernest Gordon you leave your ego at the door - we have a culture of development, progression and always improving. In order to build a business you need dynamic staff who are always wanting to do and be better. What does a career with us look like? Sales. Make no mistake this is a sales job. Its all about business development, winning clients and working harder, faster and longer than the competition. The only raw ingredients you need to do exceptionally well here is hard work - the rest we can help you with. We are proud of the support, training and development we offer - great trips away and rapid progression. Ultimately with success comes the financial rewards with it so you can build a better life. We are a team. No individual is bigger than the whole team. We look out for each other here and want to foster a healthy, competitive environment where we all progress. We are on exciting journey and the future is a bright one. The people that get us there will be rewarded the best. That's the deal. What we offer: - 25 days holiday - Great base salary with realistic opportunities to increase it every 3 months - Excellent commission structure - you decide how much you earn - Company incentives - trips away - Vegas, Skiing, Ibiza - Monthly lunch clubs and expensed trips - Pension - Exciting future roles If you want to know more please give us a call or send your CV to us by hitting the apply button.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Rapid Progression 28,000 + Commission (80K OTE) + 33 days Holiday + Pension + Rapid Progression Bristol Ernest Gordon Recruitment specialise in Engineering, Technology, IT and Finance Recruitment across the UK and internationally. We are at the beginning of our journey having only been established for 5 years and are excited about what the next 5 years look like. We have 3 sites and 40 staff - but this is just the beginning. We are looking for the next generation of Directors and Managers in the business. We want to work with ambitious, driven individuals who want to have a big career and ultimately see themselves as a Senior leader. Ernest Gordon are different. We are not your average recruitment company. We pride ourselves in standing out from the crowd, no shiny suits, Rolex watches or big egos here. At Ernest Gordon you leave your ego at the door - we have a culture of development, progression and always improving. In order to build a business you need dynamic staff who are always wanting to do and be better. What does a career with us look like? Sales. Make no mistake this is a sales job. Its all about business development, winning clients and working harder, faster and longer than the competition. The only raw ingredients you need to do exceptionally well here is hard work - the rest we can help you with. We are proud of the support, training and development we offer - great trips away and rapid progression. Ultimately with success comes the financial rewards with it so you can build a better life. We are a team. No individual is bigger than the whole team. We look out for each other here and want to foster a healthy, competitive environment where we all progress. We are on exciting journey and the future is a bright one. The people that get us there will be rewarded the best. That's the deal. What we offer: - 25 days holiday - Great base salary with realistic opportunities to increase it every 3 months - Excellent commission structure - you decide how much you earn - Company incentives - trips away - Vegas, Skiing, Ibiza - Monthly lunch clubs and expensed trips - Pension - Exciting future roles If you want to know more please give us a call or send your CV to us by hitting the apply button.
The Performance Coach role involves supporting employees to achieve their best performance through coaching and development strategies. This position is ideal for someone passionate about driving employee growth within the business services industry. Client Details Our client is a FTSE 250 global recruitment business, with a track record of sustained success and excellence since it was founded 50 years ago; currently operating in 36 countries with 7000+ employees. Description Coaching & Development Deliver regular 1:1 coaching sessions focused on strategic goals and personal growth Conduct desk-side coaching to support, feedback and coach on key areas as well as embedding any L&D theory a Consultant has been trained on, to reinforce best practices and identify development opportunities Shadowing for deeper diagnosis: spotting trends and areas through coaching that present an opportunity to support further Coaching and working closely with the management team, using Insights tools to assess performance gaps and define outcomes to co-create tailored development plans Facilitate practical and tailored learning initiatives that focus on boosting productivity where consultants can practice, learn from peers and ask questions Strategic Collaboration Influencing and guiding stakeholders both to ensure all involved are aligned on how we boost and unlock performance Align coaching initiatives with business objectives in partnership with Directors, Heads of Practice, local leadership and the MD Provide ongoing honest, constructive feedback to leaders on team enablement and development Contribute to succession planning and employee experience strategies Performance Monitoring Analyse performance data to identify trends and coaching opportunities Review behavioural and operational metrics to identify where coaching/support is having an impact to present back to your stakeholders Collaborate with managers to interpret metrics and track the impact of interventions Learning & Development Integration Signpost relevant training resources and sessions Share key insights with L&D to inform content development and delivery Collaborate and work closely with local L&D Specialist on trends and key initiatives within your region Culture & Engagement Champion a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement Act as a trusted advisor to consultants and managers Celebrate wins and share best practices across the region Support confidence-building and a growth mindset Profile The successful Sales Performance Coach should have: Proven coaching experience in a recruitment or sales environment and a passion for developing people to unlock potential Strong understanding of the recruitment life cycle and commercial drivers Comfortable working with performance data and CRM tools Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills; confident engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders and providing direct feedback Ability to take a creative approach to development and boosting performance You'll ideally have a background in: Recruitment consultancy - either as a success consultant looking to use their expertise elsewhere or within L&D Sales training specialist within the B2B services sector Please note, this role will be based out of our Weybridge office 3-4 days per week Job Offer Competitive salary Performance-related bonus Car Allowance - 5,100 5% employer pension contribution Life assurance x4 Single Private Medical Cover Income Protection A range of flexible benefits are also available Please note, this role will be based out of our Weybridge office 3-4 days per week If you are passionate about helping individuals achieve their potential and thrive in a performance-driven environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Performance Coach role today!
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
The Performance Coach role involves supporting employees to achieve their best performance through coaching and development strategies. This position is ideal for someone passionate about driving employee growth within the business services industry. Client Details Our client is a FTSE 250 global recruitment business, with a track record of sustained success and excellence since it was founded 50 years ago; currently operating in 36 countries with 7000+ employees. Description Coaching & Development Deliver regular 1:1 coaching sessions focused on strategic goals and personal growth Conduct desk-side coaching to support, feedback and coach on key areas as well as embedding any L&D theory a Consultant has been trained on, to reinforce best practices and identify development opportunities Shadowing for deeper diagnosis: spotting trends and areas through coaching that present an opportunity to support further Coaching and working closely with the management team, using Insights tools to assess performance gaps and define outcomes to co-create tailored development plans Facilitate practical and tailored learning initiatives that focus on boosting productivity where consultants can practice, learn from peers and ask questions Strategic Collaboration Influencing and guiding stakeholders both to ensure all involved are aligned on how we boost and unlock performance Align coaching initiatives with business objectives in partnership with Directors, Heads of Practice, local leadership and the MD Provide ongoing honest, constructive feedback to leaders on team enablement and development Contribute to succession planning and employee experience strategies Performance Monitoring Analyse performance data to identify trends and coaching opportunities Review behavioural and operational metrics to identify where coaching/support is having an impact to present back to your stakeholders Collaborate with managers to interpret metrics and track the impact of interventions Learning & Development Integration Signpost relevant training resources and sessions Share key insights with L&D to inform content development and delivery Collaborate and work closely with local L&D Specialist on trends and key initiatives within your region Culture & Engagement Champion a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement Act as a trusted advisor to consultants and managers Celebrate wins and share best practices across the region Support confidence-building and a growth mindset Profile The successful Sales Performance Coach should have: Proven coaching experience in a recruitment or sales environment and a passion for developing people to unlock potential Strong understanding of the recruitment life cycle and commercial drivers Comfortable working with performance data and CRM tools Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills; confident engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders and providing direct feedback Ability to take a creative approach to development and boosting performance You'll ideally have a background in: Recruitment consultancy - either as a success consultant looking to use their expertise elsewhere or within L&D Sales training specialist within the B2B services sector Please note, this role will be based out of our Weybridge office 3-4 days per week Job Offer Competitive salary Performance-related bonus Car Allowance - 5,100 5% employer pension contribution Life assurance x4 Single Private Medical Cover Income Protection A range of flexible benefits are also available Please note, this role will be based out of our Weybridge office 3-4 days per week If you are passionate about helping individuals achieve their potential and thrive in a performance-driven environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Performance Coach role today!
Are you currently working in a forecasting, analyst, or retail e-commerce planning role? Do you enjoy using data, trends, and insight to shape commercial decisions across a global retail business? Our client is a fast-growing, global retailer seeking an experienced Forecast Merchandiser to join their merchandising team. This is a key role working closely with the Head of Merchandising and cross-functional teams to strategically drive stock and sales performance across all trading markets and channels. The ideal candidate will have a strong forecasting background, thrive in a fast-paced e-commerce environment, and enjoy influencing business decisions through data-driven insight. Key Responsibilities: Create demand forecasts by category, season, and channel using historical data, market insight, and seasonal trends. Collaborate with Buying, Design, and Purchasing teams to align forecasts with merchandising strategies. Monitor stock levels and recommend adjustments to improve availability and reduce risk. Partner with other departments to incorporate promotions, launches, and events into forecasts. Track and report forecast accuracy, providing actionable insight to the Head of Merchandising and Directors. Identify risks and opportunities in demand planning and recommend mitigation strategies. Lead allocation planning and product selection to optimise performance across all sales channels. Attend logistics meetings and manage inbound inventory bottlenecks. Use AI tools, advanced Excel, and Power BI to model scenarios and optimise inventory. Review high stock levels and propose promotional and pricing strategies to clear excess stock. Present performance vs forecast to the wider business with recommendations for future planning. Support the development of merchandising systems, reports, and dashboards. Develop contingency plans for demand volatility, supply chain disruption, and market change. Contribute to sustainability by reducing markdowns, overproduction, and stock wastage. Mentor and support junior members of the merchandising team where required. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in forecasting and trend analysis within a fast-paced global retail environment. Strong commercial mindset with the ability to drive department performance. Confident presenting KPIs to teams and senior management. Advanced Excel skills and experience with retail systems (Oracle and/or NetSuite desirable). Experience using Power BI, AI tools, or scenario modelling. Strong awareness of market trends and trading conditions. Experience within an e-commerce business. Ability to anticipate and manage supply chain risk and demand fluctuation. Collaborative working style with strong stakeholder relationship skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Additional Information: Full-time, Monday Friday Hybrid working: 3 days office-based / 2 days WFH 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Pension scheme Employee discount Career development and progression opportunities To express interest in this promising role, kindly forward your latest CV, detailing your present or most recent remuneration package and any notice period you might have. For a discreet, detailed discussion about the role, you can reach out to Shanelle Bowyer at (phone number removed). Alternatively, connect with me on LinkedIn via the following link: (url removed)/
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Are you currently working in a forecasting, analyst, or retail e-commerce planning role? Do you enjoy using data, trends, and insight to shape commercial decisions across a global retail business? Our client is a fast-growing, global retailer seeking an experienced Forecast Merchandiser to join their merchandising team. This is a key role working closely with the Head of Merchandising and cross-functional teams to strategically drive stock and sales performance across all trading markets and channels. The ideal candidate will have a strong forecasting background, thrive in a fast-paced e-commerce environment, and enjoy influencing business decisions through data-driven insight. Key Responsibilities: Create demand forecasts by category, season, and channel using historical data, market insight, and seasonal trends. Collaborate with Buying, Design, and Purchasing teams to align forecasts with merchandising strategies. Monitor stock levels and recommend adjustments to improve availability and reduce risk. Partner with other departments to incorporate promotions, launches, and events into forecasts. Track and report forecast accuracy, providing actionable insight to the Head of Merchandising and Directors. Identify risks and opportunities in demand planning and recommend mitigation strategies. Lead allocation planning and product selection to optimise performance across all sales channels. Attend logistics meetings and manage inbound inventory bottlenecks. Use AI tools, advanced Excel, and Power BI to model scenarios and optimise inventory. Review high stock levels and propose promotional and pricing strategies to clear excess stock. Present performance vs forecast to the wider business with recommendations for future planning. Support the development of merchandising systems, reports, and dashboards. Develop contingency plans for demand volatility, supply chain disruption, and market change. Contribute to sustainability by reducing markdowns, overproduction, and stock wastage. Mentor and support junior members of the merchandising team where required. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in forecasting and trend analysis within a fast-paced global retail environment. Strong commercial mindset with the ability to drive department performance. Confident presenting KPIs to teams and senior management. Advanced Excel skills and experience with retail systems (Oracle and/or NetSuite desirable). Experience using Power BI, AI tools, or scenario modelling. Strong awareness of market trends and trading conditions. Experience within an e-commerce business. Ability to anticipate and manage supply chain risk and demand fluctuation. Collaborative working style with strong stakeholder relationship skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Additional Information: Full-time, Monday Friday Hybrid working: 3 days office-based / 2 days WFH 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Pension scheme Employee discount Career development and progression opportunities To express interest in this promising role, kindly forward your latest CV, detailing your present or most recent remuneration package and any notice period you might have. For a discreet, detailed discussion about the role, you can reach out to Shanelle Bowyer at (phone number removed). Alternatively, connect with me on LinkedIn via the following link: (url removed)/
Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be representing our client in the recruitment of a newly created senior leadership role: Head of People Hybrid Working Within travelling distance of Leeds 70,000 per annum 10% Annual Performance Bonus 37.5 hours per week The Opportunity This is an exciting newly created role, offering the opportunity to shape and lead a high-quality, values-led HR business partnering function within a growing care and education organisation. Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, the Head of People will play a pivotal role in driving organisational culture, strengthening leadership capability and delivering a proactive, solution-focused People strategy aligned to business objectives. You will have shared accountability for fostering a positive, transparent and safe culture, championing values of compassion, integrity, respect and excellence across a diverse workforce. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Lead the delivery of an effective HR Business Partnering model Oversee the Employee Relations function, ensuring consistent, high-quality support Develop and implement strategic people plans aligned to operational priorities Employee Relations Provide expert oversight of complex ER matters Ensure fair, consistent and legally compliant practice Maintain up-to-date employment law knowledge and policy compliance Employee Engagement Develop and deliver engagement strategies that drive retention and performance Utilise feedback, surveys and data to enhance employee experience Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Champion ED&I initiatives across recruitment, development and leadership Embed inclusive practices into the wider People strategy Culture & Leadership Development Shape and reinforce organisational culture Develop leadership programmes that build capability and future talent pipelines Manager Upskilling Design and deliver management development initiatives Coach leaders to enhance performance, ethical leadership and team engagement Data, MI & Reporting Lead HR reporting and dashboard development Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making Reward & Recognition Develop competitive and transparent reward strategies Oversee recognition and benefits programmes to support engagement and retention About You Essential: CIPD Level 7 qualified Proven senior HR leadership experience (ideally within care, education or similar sectors) Strong background in Employee Relations and Engagement In-depth knowledge of UK employment law Demonstrable experience embedding ED&I strategies Strong analytical capability and experience using HR data and MI Track record of shaping and sustaining positive organisational culture Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable: Experience leading cultural transformation and change Leadership development and management training design experience Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. They are also committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across the organisation, ensuring a fair and respectful environment for colleagues and the young people they support. For further information or to apply, please contact Diamond Search Recruitment. Diamond Search Recruitmemt is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be representing our client in the recruitment of a newly created senior leadership role: Head of People Hybrid Working Within travelling distance of Leeds 70,000 per annum 10% Annual Performance Bonus 37.5 hours per week The Opportunity This is an exciting newly created role, offering the opportunity to shape and lead a high-quality, values-led HR business partnering function within a growing care and education organisation. Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, the Head of People will play a pivotal role in driving organisational culture, strengthening leadership capability and delivering a proactive, solution-focused People strategy aligned to business objectives. You will have shared accountability for fostering a positive, transparent and safe culture, championing values of compassion, integrity, respect and excellence across a diverse workforce. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Lead the delivery of an effective HR Business Partnering model Oversee the Employee Relations function, ensuring consistent, high-quality support Develop and implement strategic people plans aligned to operational priorities Employee Relations Provide expert oversight of complex ER matters Ensure fair, consistent and legally compliant practice Maintain up-to-date employment law knowledge and policy compliance Employee Engagement Develop and deliver engagement strategies that drive retention and performance Utilise feedback, surveys and data to enhance employee experience Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Champion ED&I initiatives across recruitment, development and leadership Embed inclusive practices into the wider People strategy Culture & Leadership Development Shape and reinforce organisational culture Develop leadership programmes that build capability and future talent pipelines Manager Upskilling Design and deliver management development initiatives Coach leaders to enhance performance, ethical leadership and team engagement Data, MI & Reporting Lead HR reporting and dashboard development Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making Reward & Recognition Develop competitive and transparent reward strategies Oversee recognition and benefits programmes to support engagement and retention About You Essential: CIPD Level 7 qualified Proven senior HR leadership experience (ideally within care, education or similar sectors) Strong background in Employee Relations and Engagement In-depth knowledge of UK employment law Demonstrable experience embedding ED&I strategies Strong analytical capability and experience using HR data and MI Track record of shaping and sustaining positive organisational culture Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable: Experience leading cultural transformation and change Leadership development and management training design experience Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. They are also committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across the organisation, ensuring a fair and respectful environment for colleagues and the young people they support. For further information or to apply, please contact Diamond Search Recruitment. Diamond Search Recruitmemt is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy
Strategic High Voltage Director Package: Circa £100k - £130k Bonus Car Allowance Benefits Location: Yorkshire, with potential flexible hybrid working model. Purpose of the Role: To architect and execute the future of our High Voltage business. This pivotal role is the cornerstone of our clients market ambition, tasked with sculpting a market-leading enterprise. You will fuse commercial vision with operational rigour to build a sustainable, client-centric business that sets the benchmark for safety, innovation, and performance in the private HV sector. Core Mission: Define and drive the strategic roadmap for the business unit, capitalising on market evolution and technological advancement to ensure long-term dominance and resilience. Assume complete ownership of the divisions financial health, orchestrating growth, profitability, and investment to maximise value. Cultivate a pipeline of strategic opportunities, forging deep-tier partnerships and pioneering new service lines to capture and expand market share. Guarantee the impeccable and safe delivery of all projects and services, upholding the highest standards of technical excellence and compliance. Foster an environment of empowerment, innovation, and relentless improvement, developing a multi-disciplinary team that is recognised as the industrys best. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Formulate and implement the business units growth strategy, aligning tactical plans with overarching corporate objectives and market dynamics. Financial Ownership: Exercise full P&L command, directing budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy to surpass targets for revenue, margin, and cost efficiency. Business Growth Engine: Spearhead the commercial function, identifying and securing new frameworks, strategic clients, and high-value projects through sophisticated bid leadership and negotiation. Delivery Excellence: Ensure all operational outputsfrom complex projects to lifecycle maintenanceare delivered safely, on-time, to specification, and exceed client expectations. Team Development: Attract, mentor, and lead a talented blend of engineering, commercial, and operational professionals, building a cohesive and high-performing leadership team. Commercial & Risk Governance: Establish and maintain rigorous contract, commercial, and risk management protocols to protect and enhance business value. Stakeholder Influence: Act as the principal relationship holder for key clients and partners, shaping strategic discussions and positioning the business as an indispensable ally. Market Intelligence: Synthesise industry trends, regulatory shifts, and technological innovations to inform strategy and sustain a competitive edge. Performance Management: Define, monitor, and drive a suite of KPIs spanning safety, financial, operational, and client satisfaction metrics. Innovation Champion: Instil a culture of progressive thinking and continuous improvement, leveraging new technologies and methodologies to advance service offerings. Executive Reporting: Provide transparent, insightful reporting to the Board on performance, strategic progress, risk landscape, and growth forecasts. Essential Experience & Profile: A proven track record in an executive or senior leadership capacity within the high-voltage, critical power systems, or energy infrastructure arena. Demonstrable experience holding full P&L accountability, with a history of driving profitable growth and strong financial outcomes. Expertise in originating and closing complex, high-value contracts within engineering or infrastructure services, with a strong business development background. Deep technical appreciation of HV engineering principles, including design, construction, commissioning, and asset management. A documented history of building strategic client portfolios and developing long-term, partnership-based relationships. Significant experience in the governance and delivery of major projects or long-term service agreements. An authoritative understanding of the health, safety, quality, and regulatory environment governing HV infrastructure. Experience in leading and transforming operational delivery models to improve safety, efficiency, and client outcomes. Credibility and proficiency in engaging with and presenting to senior executives, board members, and major client stakeholders. (Desirable) Awareness of disruptive trends and digital solutions (e.g., smart grids, asset analytics, decarbonisation tech) influencing the energy sector. A commercially sophisticated leader with exemplary financial acumen, capable of turning strategic vision into executable, profitable plans. A natural connector and influencer, with the gravitas to negotiate at the highest levels and build enduring alliances. A forward-thinking strategist who can anticipate market movements and translate them into concrete business advantage. An inspiring leader who motivates teams to achieve exceptional results, developing talent and promoting a collaborative culture. An unwavering advocate for the highest standards of safety, ethical practice, and technical quality. Outcome-oriented, with a relentless focus on creating value, championing innovation, and driving iterative improvement across the business. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Strategic High Voltage Director Package: Circa £100k - £130k Bonus Car Allowance Benefits Location: Yorkshire, with potential flexible hybrid working model. Purpose of the Role: To architect and execute the future of our High Voltage business. This pivotal role is the cornerstone of our clients market ambition, tasked with sculpting a market-leading enterprise. You will fuse commercial vision with operational rigour to build a sustainable, client-centric business that sets the benchmark for safety, innovation, and performance in the private HV sector. Core Mission: Define and drive the strategic roadmap for the business unit, capitalising on market evolution and technological advancement to ensure long-term dominance and resilience. Assume complete ownership of the divisions financial health, orchestrating growth, profitability, and investment to maximise value. Cultivate a pipeline of strategic opportunities, forging deep-tier partnerships and pioneering new service lines to capture and expand market share. Guarantee the impeccable and safe delivery of all projects and services, upholding the highest standards of technical excellence and compliance. Foster an environment of empowerment, innovation, and relentless improvement, developing a multi-disciplinary team that is recognised as the industrys best. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Formulate and implement the business units growth strategy, aligning tactical plans with overarching corporate objectives and market dynamics. Financial Ownership: Exercise full P&L command, directing budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy to surpass targets for revenue, margin, and cost efficiency. Business Growth Engine: Spearhead the commercial function, identifying and securing new frameworks, strategic clients, and high-value projects through sophisticated bid leadership and negotiation. Delivery Excellence: Ensure all operational outputsfrom complex projects to lifecycle maintenanceare delivered safely, on-time, to specification, and exceed client expectations. Team Development: Attract, mentor, and lead a talented blend of engineering, commercial, and operational professionals, building a cohesive and high-performing leadership team. Commercial & Risk Governance: Establish and maintain rigorous contract, commercial, and risk management protocols to protect and enhance business value. Stakeholder Influence: Act as the principal relationship holder for key clients and partners, shaping strategic discussions and positioning the business as an indispensable ally. Market Intelligence: Synthesise industry trends, regulatory shifts, and technological innovations to inform strategy and sustain a competitive edge. Performance Management: Define, monitor, and drive a suite of KPIs spanning safety, financial, operational, and client satisfaction metrics. Innovation Champion: Instil a culture of progressive thinking and continuous improvement, leveraging new technologies and methodologies to advance service offerings. Executive Reporting: Provide transparent, insightful reporting to the Board on performance, strategic progress, risk landscape, and growth forecasts. Essential Experience & Profile: A proven track record in an executive or senior leadership capacity within the high-voltage, critical power systems, or energy infrastructure arena. Demonstrable experience holding full P&L accountability, with a history of driving profitable growth and strong financial outcomes. Expertise in originating and closing complex, high-value contracts within engineering or infrastructure services, with a strong business development background. Deep technical appreciation of HV engineering principles, including design, construction, commissioning, and asset management. A documented history of building strategic client portfolios and developing long-term, partnership-based relationships. Significant experience in the governance and delivery of major projects or long-term service agreements. An authoritative understanding of the health, safety, quality, and regulatory environment governing HV infrastructure. Experience in leading and transforming operational delivery models to improve safety, efficiency, and client outcomes. Credibility and proficiency in engaging with and presenting to senior executives, board members, and major client stakeholders. (Desirable) Awareness of disruptive trends and digital solutions (e.g., smart grids, asset analytics, decarbonisation tech) influencing the energy sector. A commercially sophisticated leader with exemplary financial acumen, capable of turning strategic vision into executable, profitable plans. A natural connector and influencer, with the gravitas to negotiate at the highest levels and build enduring alliances. A forward-thinking strategist who can anticipate market movements and translate them into concrete business advantage. An inspiring leader who motivates teams to achieve exceptional results, developing talent and promoting a collaborative culture. An unwavering advocate for the highest standards of safety, ethical practice, and technical quality. Outcome-oriented, with a relentless focus on creating value, championing innovation, and driving iterative improvement across the business. JBRP1_UKTJ
