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Overview Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 Per annum Hours of work: 35 hours (09:00-17:00, Monday to Friday) Contract type: Permanent This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Stone Circle direct for further information. About Stone Circle Stone Circle was established by Wiltshire Council in 2019 as a Local Housing Company to complement the Council's housing services and deliver additional housing solutions. Operating on a commercial basis with strong social values, the Group acquires, develops and manages homes across Wiltshire, generating long-term value for the Council. The Group operates across housing management, property acquisition and limited development activity. It works closely with Wiltshire Council in its role as Shareholder, while maintaining clear commercial discipline and robust governance arrangements. As the organisation enters its next phase, the focus is on consolidation and financial discipline. For 2026/27, Stone Circle is prioritising the stabilisation of its core housing business, strengthening governance and assurance, and improving operational predictability. Any consideration of future regulated housing options will be tightly scoped and exploratory, with no commitment to expansion. Role The Head of Operations is a senior executive role with group-wide accountability for the effective operational leadership of the Stone Circle Group. The role is responsible for translating the Board-approved Business Plan into disciplined delivery across housing operations, governance, risk, assurance and corporate services. Reporting directly to the Board, the role provides the primary operational link between the Board, the Shareholder (Wiltshire Council) and the internal team. It ensures the Group operates within a strong governance framework, maintains financial discipline, manages operational and delivery risk, and remains focused on resident outcomes. As part of the 2026/27 Business Plan, the Group will invest in additional senior operational capacity to strengthen day-to-day management. The Head of Operations will play a central role in shaping how this support is structured and deployed, leading the design, recruitment and integration of the role in line with their operational approach, while retaining overall accountability for performance, compliance and delivery. Key responsibilities Strategic leadership Lead delivery of the Group's operational strategy in line with Board-approved Business Plans. Provide clear, evidence-based advice to the Board and Shareholder on operational performance, risk and delivery. Support the Chair in maintaining effective governance, assurance and decision-making frameworks. Housing operations Provide executive oversight of housing management functions including lettings, tenancy management, rent collection, compliance, repairs and resident engagement. Ensure landlord services meet statutory and regulatory obligations and reflect best practice. Oversee performance management frameworks, KPIs and continuous service improvement. Lead delivery of the Housing Company's stabilisation strategy, including portfolio performance, void management, re-letting approach, disposals governance and alignment of services with long-term financial sustainability. Development & asset delivery Oversee delivery of single development site, with a focus on completion and handover. Ensure appropriate controls around procurement, risk, valuations, warranties and asset handover. Governance, risk & assurance Act as a key liaison with the Shareholder and Council officers on governance, reporting and assurance matters. Lead the development and maintenance of robust policies, procedures and internal controls. Support Board and Committee structures, including the Risk & Audit Committee. Embed the Group's annual governance and assurance cycle, including strategic risk management, incident reporting and early Shareholder engagement on assumptions and sensitivities. Supported housing/RP exploration Lead the Group's tightly scoped exploration of potential Registered Provider acquisition options, ensuring work remains proportionate, risk-aware and subject to explicit Shareholder approval. Financial & commercial oversight Work closely with Finance to ensure strong budgetary control, forecasting and value for money. Contribute to business planning, financial modelling and long-term sustainability assessments. Oversee operational aspects of contracts and relationships with external advisers. People & organisational leadership Provide leadership to internal team, fostering a high-performance, accountable and values-led culture. Lead workforce planning and organisational development as the Group consolidates. During 2026/27, lead the recruitment and integration of a senior operational support role to strengthen day-to-day management capacity. Responsible for up to five direct reports, with scope to evolve the structure in line with the Business Plan. Person specification Essential Senior leadership experience in housing, development, local government or a related regulated environment. Experience operating within a stabilisation, consolidation or turnaround context, with emphasis on governance, predictability and risk control. Strong understanding of governance, risk management and operating within a council-owned or shareholder-led company structure. Proven ability to translate strategy into effective operational delivery. Experience working with Boards, Shareholders and senior stakeholders. Financial and commercial awareness. Excellent judgement, communication and influencing skills. Desirable Experience of affordable housing delivery or Local Housing Company models. Experience of acquisitions, asset management or development oversight. Familiarity with local authority governance and assurance requirements. Exposure to regulated housing environments or Registered Provider interfaces. Hands-on nature This is a highly hands-on senior role within a small and agile organisation. The Head of Operations is expected to operate comfortably at both strategic and delivery levels, personally drafting Board and Shareholder papers, developing policies and procedures, engaging directly with operational detail and progressing work without reliance on large teams or extensive support infrastructure. Why Join Stone Circle This is a rare opportunity to play a senior leadership role within a council-owned housing company at a pivotal stage in its development. The postholder will work closely with the Board and Shareholder, help shape how the organisation operates through its consolidation phase, and leave a tangible legacy across governance, delivery and service quality. The role offers significant autonomy, visibility and influence, alongside planned investment in senior operational capacity and a visible base at County Hall to support effective governance, assurance and partnership working. Practical Information Senior executive appointment Hybrid working arrangement, with attendance at Head Office in Trowbridge 2-3 days per week Up to five direct reports Regular engagement across Wiltshire required 35 hours per week (09:00-17:00) Salary and benefits: competitive, dependent on experience Find out more and apply Please contact for further information. Closing date: 5PM on 20 February 2026 Interview date: week commencing 2 March 2026 Commencement date: ASAP PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW. 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Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving some of the world's most complex challenges. We harness quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks. From foundational physics to commercial deployment, Infleqtion enables "quantum everywhere" through a growing ecosystem of devices and platforms. We are recruiting a Lead Counsel for the UK and Europe. Location Infleqtion has offices in the USA, United Kingdom, and Australia. This is a full-time position based in our Oxford, UK office, with hybrid work permitted up to 2 days per week based on business needs and manager approval. Job Summary Infleqtion is seeking a highly qualified Lead Counsel for the UK and Europe to serve as a key partner to the Chief Legal Officer, the UK leadership team, and business units to support Infleqtion's mission to bring quantum technologies from the lab into the world. This role will be responsible for a broad range of commercial, regulatory, and strategic legal work while contributing to the growth and maturity of Infleqtion's global legal function. The successful candidate will bring strong commercial instincts, excellent judgment, and the curiosity to learn and support an advanced technology business operating across multiple jurisdictions. This position reports directly to the Chief Legal Officer and will play a central role in supporting our UK and EU operations, while coordinating closely with legal colleagues in the United States and Australia. Job Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer contracts, vendor and procurement agreements, research collaborations, licensing arrangements, and NDAs. Serve as a strategic business partner to UK and European leadership, providing practical legal guidance that supports growth, accelerates commercial activities, and manages risk. Support corporate governance, product development, regulatory matters, intellectual property initiatives, and operational decision making. Collaborate with global colleagues to develop scalable legal processes, contract templates, and workflows across jurisdictions. Monitor and advise on evolving legal and regulatory developments relevant to quantum technologies and other advanced technologies. Lead UK and EU privacy and data protection compliance, acting as the primary owner of regional privacy obligations, processes, and operational requirements, including DPIAs, data mapping, data governance, and practical privacy guidance to the business. Lead UK and EU export control compliance activities, including UK Export Control, the EAR, and ITAR, serving as the regional point of accountability and working closely with global compliance partners to implement and oversee operational requirements. Conduct targeted compliance assessments and provide practical recommendations. Deliver training on commercial best practices, legal awareness, and ethical business conduct. Qualifications Qualified Solicitor of England and Wales, or equivalent foreign-qualified lawyer with significant UK experience. Approximately 8 to 12 years PQE, with training at a top-tier international law firm strongly preferred. Outstanding academic credentials, including a strong academic record from a top-tier university or law school. Strong commercial contracting experience and the ability to provide clear, actionable advice under time pressure. Experience supporting technology, engineering, research, or advanced manufacturing organisations is highly preferred. Solid understanding of data protection, export control, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to global technology operations. Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with technical and commercial stakeholders. High integrity, sound judgment, and an ability to balance legal risk with operational priorities. Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail. Desirable Skills And Knowledge Experience working with government customers or government-funded projects. Familiarity with governance requirements in multinational organisations. Experience implementing or using contract lifecycle management tools or compliance systems. Background in intellectual property, licensing, or technology transfer. Prior in-house experience in a high-growth or emerging technology environment. Benefits Competitive salary Unlimited PTO Generous company 10% pension contribution regardless of employee contribution Cycle to work and Technology schemes Incentive Stock Option Plan BUPA Private Healthcare Insurance once probationary period is successfully completed Working Conditions And Physical Requirements Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone, computer, or in-person). Will involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and carrying up to 10 kg. Travel Up to 10% travel may be required. Equal Opportunity Regardless of your interest in the quantum industry, you can take pride in the fact that Infleqtion is building an ecosystem of quantum technologies and commercial products, driving the industry towards the future. Studies reveal that while men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other groups tend to apply only when they meet all the criteria. If you believe you have the potential but don't meet every single point in our job advertisement, please don't hesitate to contact us! We would love to chat with you and see how you could bring great value to our team. Our goal is to find exceptional individuals who can enrich our team culture, actively contribute, and have a genuine passion for their work. Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin colour, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Honeycomb is pleased to be working in partnership with a well-established Property Management organisation to support the appointment of an experienced Senior Property Manager to join their busy Belfast-based team. Company Our client is a well-established property management firm based in Belfast, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services across a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial developments. They work closely with owners, residents, and management companies to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and maintain high standards across all properties.The firm is known for its professional approach, attention to detail, and long-term client relationships. The Belfast team operates in a collaborative and supportive environment, offering the opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of property management tasks and responsibilities.This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected local property management business with a strong presence in the Belfast market and a commitment to delivering exceptional service. Your Package/Benefits Competitive market-leading salary An excellent opportunity to join a reputable and expanding property business 20 days annual leave plus 5 statutory days, with an additional day off for your birthday Company pension scheme Working hours Monday to Thursday, 9.00am to 5.00pm with a one hour lunch break Friday working hours 9.00am to 4.30pm with a 30 minute lunch break The Role Manage the day-to-day operation of a portfolio of properties, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. Deal with customer queries, issues and complaints in a proactive and professional manner. Arrange and attend introductory meetings with new proprietors in order to: A) Explain the services provided B) Agree and manage expectations Prepare, monitor and manage budgets for individual developments. Build and maintain strong working relationships with Management Company Officers and residents. Attend AGMs and additional development meetings when required. Work closely with Management Company Officers and proprietors to uphold standards across developments. Maintain a working knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory obligations relating to the portfolio. Advise owners of major expenditure and obtain approval from residents where required. Manage all communication, including telephone calls, emails and written correspondence, in a timely and professional manner. Ensure owner billing is accurate and issued within agreed timeframes. Follow established systems and procedures at all times. Maintain and update customer and development records accurately. Upload relevant documentation and information to the company website. Raise and manage works orders for contractors, ensuring regulatory compliance and appropriate insurance cover is in place. Maintain well-organised and accurate files and development records. Oversee key management for each development and coordinate contractor access as required. Monitor and manage contractor performance to ensure agreed standards are met. Work with senior management to identify opportunities to improve processes and departmental efficiency. Support the wider department in achieving overall company objectives. Carry out regular site inspections. Person The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within property management. Possess a strong understanding of property management operations and processes. Demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills. Be confident liaising with owners, residents, and contractors. Experience managing budgets, reporting, and handling day-to-day property issues. Proactive and professional approach to their work. Be able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. To speak in complete confidence about this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Caoimhe at Honeycomb on .If you have a disability and require support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss your requirements.Honeycomb is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants.If this role is not suitable for you, we may have other opportunities available. Please visit Honeycomb to view our current vacancies.

Salary: £40,000 - £42,500 Hours: 37 hours Employment Type: Permanent/Full Time Contract Length: Permanent Closing Date: 27 February 2026 Organisation position and purpose The Research Contracts Officer is a critical member of the Knowledge Exchange and Commercialisation (KEC) team, and will support The Pirbright Institute's strategy by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts related to our research. The role will be responsible for ensuring that contracts meet the expectations of academic staff, and external collaborators, while protecting the Institute's interests and obligations. The position plays a key role in the Institute's reputation externally. The role is well suited to a confident self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and multiple demands. Main duties and responsibility Drafting contracts using Institute templates, tailored as appropriate to the specific research project Reviewing contracts drafted by external partners Ensuring that contracts support the academics' overall research programme Ensuring that contracts do not breach or otherwise contradict previous agreements, including funding agreements Understanding and protecting the Institute's legal interests Ensuring contracts comply with Institute policy Responsible for maintaining and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to: Internal research teams Internal support services, such as Finance and Grants Administration External contracts or legal teams, which may be based in the UK or abroad, and within commercial, academic, or charitable organisations Responsible for updating and maintaining the KEC team's agreements and projects database: Ensuring the database contains complete and accurate information relating to contracts Setting up appropriate alerts to manage contractual milestones Communicating payment schedules, reporting schedules, and other necessary information to the appropriate internal teams. Supporting the Institute's compliance with legal frameworks, such as Trusted Research and Innovation and the Nagoya Protocol: Ensuring that contracts are aligned with Trusted Research and Innovation requirements Determining access and benefit sharing requirements of biological material used by research groups, and taking the necessary actions to comply, e.g. negotiating benefit sharing agreements Supporting internal cross-team processes for the Institute's compliance with legal frameworks Specific requirements Essential: Bachelor's degree in biosciences, or equivalent relevant professional experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with a range of audiences Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise a varied workload and work to strict deadlines Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, including as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to use standard office IT systems, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, to record, manage, and maintain accurate information Desirable: Experience of drafting, reviewing, or negotiating contracts, ideally in a research or commercial context Experience working within the public, academic, or charitable sector Understanding of intellectual property concepts relevant to research, such as ownership, licensing, and confidentiality Understanding of Trusted Research and Innovation and the Nagoya Protocol, or similar regulatory or compliance frameworks If you are interested in applying for this role, please follow the link to the full job description

We are seeking an experienced leader to join a London local authority as the Interim Strategic Head of Asset Management. This role is pivotal in providing strategic direction across asset management, capital programme governance, and procurement oversight at a corporate level. The main responsibilities include leading the clients Strategic Asset Management function, ensuring effective utilisation and long-term planning of the corporate estate, and overseeing governance for the client-wide Capital Programme. The role requires driving performance, reporting standards, and ensuring alignment across different directorates. Additionally, the individual will provide strategic leadership to the Procurement and Commercial function, ensuring compliance, value for money, and effective contract performance. The successful candidate will drive the development and delivery of the Capital Strategy and Strategic Asset Management Plan, aligning them with broader client priorities and the Medium-Term Financial Strategy. Leadership of multi-disciplinary teams is crucial, as is fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role entails engaging with senior officers, Members, and external stakeholders, ensuring clear, accurate, and timely reporting. The ideal candidate will possess proven senior-level experience in strategic asset management, capital programme oversight, or corporate property within a local authority context. Strong leadership skills and a track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams and driving service improvement are essential.

Our client is an innovative and technically driven organisation operating at the forefront of bio-polymeric and sustainable materials development. With a strong focus on advanced polymer science, regulatory compliance, and quality excellence, they support a growing customer base across food-contact and performance-critical applications. As part of continued growth, they are seeking a Scientific Officer to support research, quality, and regulatory activities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, science led environment where technical expertise, curiosity, and continuous improvement are actively encouraged. Key Responsibilities Conduct routine and project-based materials testing, including Melt Flow Index (MFI), disintegration and degradation testing, and food-contact compliance testing. Analyse, interpret, and report test data clearly through technical and scientific documentation. Carry out and interpret physical and mechanical testing such as tensile, flexural, impact, hardness, density, and thermal performance testing (e.g. HDT, Vicat). Assess dimensional and thermal stability of materials. Evaluate structure-property relationships and link material performance to formulation and processing conditions. Support benchmarking, qualification, troubleshooting, and failure analysis activities. Manage and maintain ISO registration (e.g. ISO 9001 and other relevant standards). Ensure laboratory and operational activities are compliant with ISO and internal quality requirements. Prepare for and coordinate internal and external audits. Maintain SOPs, quality documentation, CAPA records, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support risk assessments and quality system development. Provide technical support to polymer compounding and processing activities, including formulation development and optimisation. Offer input on material performance, processing behaviour, and scale up considerations. Work closely with R&D, production, and quality teams to support development and commercialisation activities. Support regulatory compliance for bio-polymeric materials, particularly food contact legislation and biodegradation/disintegration standards. Assist with preparation of technical dossiers, regulatory submissions, and customer-facing documentation. Support the use of AI and data driven tools in polymer development and materials optimisation. Maintain accurate laboratory records and contribute to digital data management and traceability systems. Candidate Profile Strong technical background in polymer science and polymeric material behaviour. Hands on experience with physical, mechanical, and thermal testing of polymers. Familiarity with MFI, degradation, disintegration, and food contact testing methods. Experience managing or supporting ISO quality management systems and audits. Understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to bio-polymeric and food contact materials. Knowledge of polymer compounding and processing is advantageous. Analytical, detail oriented, and highly organised with strong documentation skills. Comfortable working collaboratively across scientific, quality, and operational teams. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward thinking organisation working at the forefront of bio polymeric materials and sustainable technologies. The role offers exposure to advanced materials development, quality and regulatory frameworks, and the chance to make a meaningful technical contribution within a collaborative, science led team.

Are you the next Head of Systems Engineering to drive forward our next-generation laser processing platform? A spinout from the University of Oxford, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and experience in adaptive optics that enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across many scientific and industrial areas. Our technological capabilities and intellectual property in adaptive optics have been accelerated forward and are now engaged with world class companies with a view to deploying Opsydia's systems in their next generation products. With strong support from investors and the market, Opsydia has been pursuing new applications in areas ranging from co-packaged optical-semiconductor devices, datacoms, quantum to sensing devices. If you're seeking to join an industry leading innovator, we'd love to hear from you. THE ROLE As the Head of Systems Engineering, you will own the systems architecture and integration across hardware, optics, and controls specifically in ultra-fast laser photonics and control systems, while building a high performing team and establishing best practices in product development & manufacturability. Initial scope includes scaling and enhancing our system platform, developing new system variants for emerging applications, and working closely with global customers to understand their unique requirements and translate them into robust, high performing, market ready products. This role will suit an experienced leader who applies rigorous systems engineering practices, has successfully led high performing technical teams, and brings hands on expertise with ultrafast laser technologies. It's ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast moving, and innovative environment and enjoys shaping architecture, guiding multidisciplinary engineering efforts, and delivering technically ambitious products with clarity, structure and purpose. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Build, lead, and develop a high performing Systems Engineering team. Establish operating rhythms: daily standups, technical/design reviews; foster accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence. Manage capacity and prioritisation across programs; resource allocation between advanced NPD and sustaining engineering. Technical Ownership & Architecture Own end to end systems architecture with deep involvement in ultra-fast laser photonics (laser sources, beam delivery, optical subsystems) and control systems (precision motion, feedback control, embedded/real time). Translate customer/product requirements into system level specifications. Drive data driven design evaluations to ensure the product architecture achieves optimal performance, cost, reliability, and manufacturability. Product Development, NPI & Lifecycle Lead the evolution of early concepts into fully integrated, production ready systems, coordinating mechanical, optical, electrical and firmware teams. Establish a robust NPI pathway from research to production, enabling consistent builds, clear test protocols, and long-term serviceability. Oversee disciplined change control, ensuring product updates are properly assessed, documented, and implemented across engineering and manufacturing systems. Systematically improve product robustness and manufacturing efficiency by identifying quality gaps, reducing complexity, and implementing scalable, lean processes. Ultrafast Laser Expertise Lead application and optimisation of femtosecond laser systems for direct laser writing and photonic integrated circuits. Collaborate with laser suppliers to define specifications, validate performance, and optimise system integration, ensuring components meet application requirements. Guide process improvements in laser marking & control solutions, validating laser measurement and alignment methods. Manufacturing, Quality, Safety & Compliance Define test strategies, acceptance criteria, reliability growth plans, and risk management. Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., laser safety, EMC, functional safety as applicable); partner with Quality/Regulatory for certifications and approvals. Appointed Laser Safety Officer (LSO) and develop ownerships of internal laser safety policy, team training, and lab compliance. Cross Functional & External Collaboration Act as the systems lead across R&D, Optical Engineering, Software/Controls, Manufacturing, Quality/Regulatory, Field Service, and to inform Business Development. Liaise with academic founders, R&D, suppliers, and customers; lead proof of concept trials and demos to validate feasibility and accelerate adoption. Intellectual Property & Innovation Manage the patent portfolio and identify opportunities for new filings; draft inputs, liaise with IP counsel; report strategy/status to senior leadership and board. Drive innovation roadmaps across photonics, controls, and vision capability. ABOUT YOU You are a proven Systems Engineering leader with 10+ years' experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, supported by a deep technical background and ideally an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full ownership of complex system delivery, provide clear technical direction, and lead multidisciplinary teams with accountability, structure, and confidence. You will be able to demonstrate: Leadership experience developing and guiding high performing engineering teams. End to end ownership across system architecture, integration, and V&V for advanced optical, laser, and motion control systems. Technical depth in ultrafast lasers, precision optics, motion systems, and control architectures. A proactive, solutions driven mindset, anticipating issues and driving timely resolution. Strong organisational and communication skills, enabling alignment across cross functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders. Stakeholder agility, able to communicate complex technical risks and opportunities to founders, investors, commercial teams, and strategic partners. Resilience and adaptability, thriving in shifting priorities This role suits someone who combines technical excellence with leadership maturity, thrives in a fast moving, innovative environment, and consistently drives clarity, quality, and delivery. You might also have: Bias for experimentation and rapid validation Strategic technology sensing for existing and emerging markets If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further. The role is advertised as full-time. We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required. As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard. Closing date: Friday 20th February 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Salary range: £70,000-£75,000 per annum, dependent on experience Benefits Hybrid & flexible working arrangements Share option scheme Annual bonus scheme Private Medical Insurance Group Income Protection and Life Assurance Enhanced family leave Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development Volunteering opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can. ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia. Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment. ALTERNATIVE FORMATS We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description ABOUT OPSYDIA Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop and a minibus service between the park and Oxford. . click apply for full job details

Job Title: Leasehold and Tenancy Officer Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months Salary: £42,378.54 per annum Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Hybrid Location: Arlington, London If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. Note: We will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, but we are surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence; therefore we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates. The difference you will make as a Leasehold and Tenancy Officer: Provide a customer focused account management service to all Home Ownership customers (including market and intermediate rent properties) across the London region, ensuring the contractual obligations as defined in individual leases and tenancy agreements are conducted in line with legislative requirements and compliance and Group standards. Manage the end-to-end residential lettings process for Home Ownership, including sourcing of suitable tenants, carrying out referencing and financial checks, preparing accurate and compliant tenancy agreements and completing end of tenancy and void activity. Ensure service charge financial activity is conducted effectively, including budget planning, the service charge setting consultation process and reviews of scheme expenditure. Act as advocate for customers, both internally and externally where appropriate to ensure their expectations are maintained and they are receiving the appropriate levels of service. Manage Caretakers within a specified geographical region to ensure delivery of an effective service to Home Ownership customers on behalf of the group. About you: Up to date knowledge of leasehold legislation, regulation and standards, including Section 20 requirements. CIOH partial/fully qualified or equivalent qualification or experience. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure delivering to strict deadlines. Results driving with strong analytical skills, including the ability to critically analyse complex information and experience of providing meaningful management information. Why Riverside? Riverside is a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Working with us, you'll enjoy: Competitive pay & generous pension 28 days holidays plus bank holidays Flexible working options available Investment in your learning, personal development and technology A wide range of benefits Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered. Role Profile: Undertake the role of Account Manager for shared ownership, leasehold and assured short hold rent customers; including commercial properties (if required), advocating for the customer and ensuring services provided by the Group are delivered efficiently and in line with cost, quality and compliance standards. Support the Group Compliance function to ensure our buildings are safe. Proactively engaging with customers to inform them of their role and provide customers with relevant information. Lead, motivate and engage with site-based Caretakers (where applicable) to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service to support Home Ownership strategy and objectives. Maintain knowledge of leasehold legislation and technical aspects of all varieties of lease agreements to ensure escalated and complex queries are resolved effectively. Take appropriate action to enforce the terms of the tenancy or lease, including resolution of low level anti social behaviors and unauthorised sub letting. Accountable for maximising and increasing income collection, working in partnership with Shared Service colleagues to ensure good payment practices are established from start of tenure, supporting customers including signposting for advice and carrying out home visits during the arrears pursuance process. Support with the co ordination of court cases and First Tier Tribunals including providing the required information to support mediation and legal challenges for Home Ownership. Decision maker for enforcement activity; County Court Judgement (CCJ), Repossession, Forfeiture, Eviction and Injunction applications, using customer and community insight to ensure appropriate decisions made on behalf of the Group. Represent the Group in Court for all cases brought against customers in your regional area, ensuring cases are progressed effectively and efficiently and relevant stakeholders are kept up to date with developments and outcomes. Contribute to the setting of service charge budgets, providing first line support for customer queries. Facilitate customer/resident budget and year end meetings, as required. Promote customer engagement, both formally and informally via resident groups, where established, to provide mechanisms for customers to provide feedback on services, promote involvement and provide influencing opportunities to support scheme improvements/customer perception with Home Ownerships business area. Deliver proactive contact with customers and follow up outstanding actions included within any customer satisfaction feedback analysis. Form and maintain a close working relationship with your colleagues in maintenance, building safety, asset services and environmental teams to ensure strong links and collaborative approach in the management of service charges. Manage customer complaints in line with the agreed process via the groups Complaint Dispute Resolution Team, ensuring effective resolution for our customers are met, within set timescales. Support / manage the performance and development of your colleague/team, including the framework of estate and letting agents selected to source tenants on our behalf, providing expertise and coaching as required, ensuring a quality service is provided for customers and under performance is dealt with appropriately. Assess applications made to Home Ownership either directly or via letting agent for any property that is offered for rent, carrying out financial appraisals and referencing to ensure that applicants satisfy the requirements of internal or governing body and relevant legislation. Lead on the sign up of new customers (within agreed re let KPIs), via the Digital Sign up process, inclusive of completing registration of any deposit prior to tenancy commencement with the Deposit Protection Scheme, together with arranging return of deposit and working with the tenant and Dispute Resolution Service for any disagreements and retentions. Arrange/undertake end of tenancy visits during the notice period to establish a schedule of works and repairs prior to next letting or hand over for the property to be sold, liaising with Asset Services Colleagues, including Void teams, to ensure any works are scheduled and carried out appropriately. Additional Information: The Group has offices across the UK and, on this basis, there will be the requirement to travel to other locations to effectively perform this role. Occasionally there may be a requirement to work weekends and evenings which could involve an overnight stay. The role will be exposed to sensitive information; therefore the role holder is expected to always maintain levels of confidentiality. To fulfil the requirements of this role, you will be required to work flexibly during the hours of operation. It is a requirement that the role holder holds a current, valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. The role holder is expected to be committed to equal opportunities and to promote non discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken. Manage internal and external stakeholders effectively, including senior colleagues and third parties, building constructive working relationships to ensure the delivery of the Group's Home Ownership Strategy. Accountable for regular reviews of the service, reviewing and analysing performance and customer feedback to ensure continuous improvement . click apply for full job details

Full time Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom Posted On 03/02/2026 Job Information Legal / Security / Law City Luton Province Luton Postal Code LU1 Job Description 3 months contract with local authority The role involves providing expert legal advice and handling complex legal matters for the Council. This position is crucial for ensuring that all legal transactions and decisions comply with the law while supporting the Council's objectives. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage a diverse range of legal tasks with minimal supervision. Responsibilities Offer legal advice on complex issues to Council Officers and members, ensuring innovative and lawful solutions. Conduct various land-related transactions, including commercial leases and planning agreements, efficiently and in compliance with legal and budgetary requirements. Independently manage a broad spectrum of legal work, including drafting necessary documents to support Council functions. Prepare reports and provide legal and procedural advice to the Executive and related committees to facilitate lawful decision-making. Assess the need for specialist legal advice, instruct Counsel as needed, and monitor outcomes to ensure value for money for the Council. Engage in corporate and interdepartmental projects to aid in policy formulation and implementation. Stay informed on legal and governmental developments affecting property matters and enhance service delivery practices. Requirements Extensive experience in providing legal advice on complex matters. Proficiency in conducting land-related transactions and planning work. Strong ability to work independently and draft legal documents. Experience in preparing reports and advising committees on legal matters. Capability to determine when specialist legal advice is necessary and manage external legal resources. Involvement in cross-departmental projects and policy development. Up-to-date knowledge of legal developments impacting property and Council operations.