Sedna is at the forefront of revolutionising global trade, serving as the North Star for businesses navigating the complexities of international commerce. Our AI-powered platform is designed to make global trade more efficient, transparent, and sustainable. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are looking for exceptional talent to join our journey and contribute to our mission of transforming global trade. We're looking for a highly collaborative and motivated Office Manager to join our People team. We see this as a role where you'll rapidly develop your skills to take direct responsibility for keeping our teams equipped, our software tools well-administered, and our workplace running smoothly in London and across our smaller offices and remote environments in different timezones. This is an individual contributor levelled role, ideally suited to someone that has spent time in 2 or 3 different environments and is familiar with the general running of a 150+ person scaling business. It is important that you can demonstrate previous ownership of the reliable and accurate delivery of IT provisioning (laptop setup for new joiners etc), IT asset management, software licence administration, and workplace operations - escalating more complex decisions to the Head of People Operations. From onboarding to offboarding, software licence allocation to office environments, you'll keep the foundations running that let our teams do their best work. This is a high ownership, cross-functional role, working closely with Leadership, Finance, and regional teams across all levels, combining strong individual contributor execution with a developing commercial and process mindset, proactive in owning creative ways to move past blockers. Your responsibilities Administer the IT asset lifecycle - procurement (laptops, monitors etc), provisioning, tracking, returns, redeployment, and disposal - keeping the asset register accurate across all regions. Administer SaaS licences, with allocation and de-allocation tied to onboarding and offboarding workflows. Track vendor and licence spend; flag redundancy, unused licences, and upcoming renewals for review. Manage day-to-day vendor relationships, escalating renewals, negotiations, and cost decisions to the Head of People Operations. Support tool consolidation across acquired entities, executing migration and clean-up tasks under direction. Maintain and improve Employee Wiki pages covering IT processes, tool management, asset records, and workflow documentation. People Experience & Support Deliver seamless onboarding and offboarding (HiBob is our HRIS system) from a workplace, tech stack, asset, and logistics perspective. Work with us to improve workflows within your scope to enhance efficiency and employee experience. Partner with People Ops to monitor and act on feedback from onboarding surveys, pulse checks, and team input. Once settled, take on more ownership of the planning, budgeting, and delivery of London social events and team activities, coordinating with regional leads to support social events in other offices. Deliver projects end to end, with guidance where needed, to support initiatives that improve the employee lifecycle from a systems and process lens. London and Regional Offices + Workspace Management Deliver core workplace operations reliably - prepared for client visits, day-to-day running of the London office - keeping it safe, stocked, and welcoming. Manage day-to-day relationships with regional office providers within agreed terms. Support health & safety compliance and contribute to an excellent workplace experience across all locations. Maintain the lease register, proactively flagging break clauses and contract end dates to the Head of People Operations. Track office budgets and support procurement processes. Identify opportunities to streamline operations and reduce manual tasks within your scope. Compliance & Risk Management Support ISO 27001 and SOC 2 audits by supplying asset, access, and provisioning evidence, plus policy acceptances, to the Infosec team. Maintain internal policies, ensuring employees complete assigned tasks in the HRIS. Develop and maintain internal documents, process guides, and up-to-date policy documentation on the Employee Wiki. Standardise templates for global use, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and accessibility. Implement and improve internal processes within your scope, escalating more complex changes to the Head of People Operations. Essential skills/experience Experience from People Operations, HR administration, workplace, or IT operations, from a scaling business environment, circa 150+ employees. Hands-on experience with IT asset administration, provisioning, and software licence management; comfortable learning new tools. Working knowledge of compliance practices including GDPR, health & safety. Naturally process and progress minded - you implement and improve processes within your scope and enjoy simplifying the complex, bringing in support from more senior colleagues when needed. Organised, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to data integrity. Our Values Finally, culture is important to us, so we also look for candidates who share our values: Stay Ahead, Stay Agile We don't just adapt-we anticipate change and act with confidence. Curiosity, data, and customer insights help us stay ahead of the curve. We embrace challenges as opportunities and remain resilient under pressure. By staying open to new ideas and ways of working, we lead the future. Execute With Focus We turn strategy into action, delivering measurable results that matter. Every initiative counts-discipline and ownership drive business impact. We make smart decisions with speed, balancing pace and precision. Clear priorities keep us focused on what moves the needle. Work Together, Win Together Collaboration is our superpower-we succeed as one team, internally and with customers. We co-create solutions, seek feedback, and build the future of the OS together. Strong relationships are built on trust, respect, and shared goals. By aligning across teams and with customers, we unlock greater impact.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Sedna is at the forefront of revolutionising global trade, serving as the North Star for businesses navigating the complexities of international commerce. Our AI-powered platform is designed to make global trade more efficient, transparent, and sustainable. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are looking for exceptional talent to join our journey and contribute to our mission of transforming global trade. We're looking for a highly collaborative and motivated Office Manager to join our People team. We see this as a role where you'll rapidly develop your skills to take direct responsibility for keeping our teams equipped, our software tools well-administered, and our workplace running smoothly in London and across our smaller offices and remote environments in different timezones. This is an individual contributor levelled role, ideally suited to someone that has spent time in 2 or 3 different environments and is familiar with the general running of a 150+ person scaling business. It is important that you can demonstrate previous ownership of the reliable and accurate delivery of IT provisioning (laptop setup for new joiners etc), IT asset management, software licence administration, and workplace operations - escalating more complex decisions to the Head of People Operations. From onboarding to offboarding, software licence allocation to office environments, you'll keep the foundations running that let our teams do their best work. This is a high ownership, cross-functional role, working closely with Leadership, Finance, and regional teams across all levels, combining strong individual contributor execution with a developing commercial and process mindset, proactive in owning creative ways to move past blockers. Your responsibilities Administer the IT asset lifecycle - procurement (laptops, monitors etc), provisioning, tracking, returns, redeployment, and disposal - keeping the asset register accurate across all regions. Administer SaaS licences, with allocation and de-allocation tied to onboarding and offboarding workflows. Track vendor and licence spend; flag redundancy, unused licences, and upcoming renewals for review. Manage day-to-day vendor relationships, escalating renewals, negotiations, and cost decisions to the Head of People Operations. Support tool consolidation across acquired entities, executing migration and clean-up tasks under direction. Maintain and improve Employee Wiki pages covering IT processes, tool management, asset records, and workflow documentation. People Experience & Support Deliver seamless onboarding and offboarding (HiBob is our HRIS system) from a workplace, tech stack, asset, and logistics perspective. Work with us to improve workflows within your scope to enhance efficiency and employee experience. Partner with People Ops to monitor and act on feedback from onboarding surveys, pulse checks, and team input. Once settled, take on more ownership of the planning, budgeting, and delivery of London social events and team activities, coordinating with regional leads to support social events in other offices. Deliver projects end to end, with guidance where needed, to support initiatives that improve the employee lifecycle from a systems and process lens. London and Regional Offices + Workspace Management Deliver core workplace operations reliably - prepared for client visits, day-to-day running of the London office - keeping it safe, stocked, and welcoming. Manage day-to-day relationships with regional office providers within agreed terms. Support health & safety compliance and contribute to an excellent workplace experience across all locations. Maintain the lease register, proactively flagging break clauses and contract end dates to the Head of People Operations. Track office budgets and support procurement processes. Identify opportunities to streamline operations and reduce manual tasks within your scope. Compliance & Risk Management Support ISO 27001 and SOC 2 audits by supplying asset, access, and provisioning evidence, plus policy acceptances, to the Infosec team. Maintain internal policies, ensuring employees complete assigned tasks in the HRIS. Develop and maintain internal documents, process guides, and up-to-date policy documentation on the Employee Wiki. Standardise templates for global use, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and accessibility. Implement and improve internal processes within your scope, escalating more complex changes to the Head of People Operations. Essential skills/experience Experience from People Operations, HR administration, workplace, or IT operations, from a scaling business environment, circa 150+ employees. Hands-on experience with IT asset administration, provisioning, and software licence management; comfortable learning new tools. Working knowledge of compliance practices including GDPR, health & safety. Naturally process and progress minded - you implement and improve processes within your scope and enjoy simplifying the complex, bringing in support from more senior colleagues when needed. Organised, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to data integrity. Our Values Finally, culture is important to us, so we also look for candidates who share our values: Stay Ahead, Stay Agile We don't just adapt-we anticipate change and act with confidence. Curiosity, data, and customer insights help us stay ahead of the curve. We embrace challenges as opportunities and remain resilient under pressure. By staying open to new ideas and ways of working, we lead the future. Execute With Focus We turn strategy into action, delivering measurable results that matter. Every initiative counts-discipline and ownership drive business impact. We make smart decisions with speed, balancing pace and precision. Clear priorities keep us focused on what moves the needle. Work Together, Win Together Collaboration is our superpower-we succeed as one team, internally and with customers. We co-create solutions, seek feedback, and build the future of the OS together. Strong relationships are built on trust, respect, and shared goals. By aligning across teams and with customers, we unlock greater impact.
Drivvn is seeking a Director of Product to own the product vision and strategy for its platform. This senior role sits with the CTO and commercial leadership to shape product direction and company strategy, leading Product Leads and Designers to turn ambitious ideas into real outcomes. You'll partner with engineering, sales, and marketing to ensure go-to-market success, drive revenue growth, and deliver measurable ROI for clients and Drivvn.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Drivvn is seeking a Director of Product to own the product vision and strategy for its platform. This senior role sits with the CTO and commercial leadership to shape product direction and company strategy, leading Product Leads and Designers to turn ambitious ideas into real outcomes. You'll partner with engineering, sales, and marketing to ensure go-to-market success, drive revenue growth, and deliver measurable ROI for clients and Drivvn.
Lead the future of security across one of the UK's largest government departments. As Deputy Director for Security Policy and Central Services, you'll play a pivotal role at the heart of DWP's Security and Data Protection function, shaping security strategy, policy, standards and capability across the organisation and beyond. This is a rare opportunity to lead high-profile services, influence government-wide security thinking, and drive transformation that protects millions of citizens while developing the next generation of security professionals. Role Responsibilities Leadership of a dispersed workforce - Lead large, diverse teams across multiple UK locations, building a unified culture, clear accountability and high performing operational and policy teams. Strategy, policy & standards - Identifying, designing, consulting on and delivering DWP-wide security strategy, policies and standards working closely across Security & Data Protection to ensure policy and awareness activity is risk informed, proportionate and effective. Security Profession - Act as Deputy Head of Profession for Chief Security Officer, leading development and delivery of capabilities and learning & development for DWP security community and influencing the development of the wider Government Security Profession. Cross-government delivery - Deliver and continue to develop the Government Cyber Security Academy and oversee, design, deliver and continuously improvement the DWP security education and awareness programme for all colleagues, and deliver high quality, cost effective services by the Security Education and Awareness Centre (SEAC). Business management - Oversee the effective management of the Security and Data Protection function's business strategy, communications (including Parliamentary Questions), finances, resilience, workforce and risk management; and interaction with Group and Departmental initiatives. Security Strategy - Oversee implementation of the DWP Security Strategy and associated transformation within the directorate. Operational Management - Accountable for the efficient running of the team, including multimillion-pound budget, accurate forecasting and HR, finance and commercial compliance as well as management of specialist operational team.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Lead the future of security across one of the UK's largest government departments. As Deputy Director for Security Policy and Central Services, you'll play a pivotal role at the heart of DWP's Security and Data Protection function, shaping security strategy, policy, standards and capability across the organisation and beyond. This is a rare opportunity to lead high-profile services, influence government-wide security thinking, and drive transformation that protects millions of citizens while developing the next generation of security professionals. Role Responsibilities Leadership of a dispersed workforce - Lead large, diverse teams across multiple UK locations, building a unified culture, clear accountability and high performing operational and policy teams. Strategy, policy & standards - Identifying, designing, consulting on and delivering DWP-wide security strategy, policies and standards working closely across Security & Data Protection to ensure policy and awareness activity is risk informed, proportionate and effective. Security Profession - Act as Deputy Head of Profession for Chief Security Officer, leading development and delivery of capabilities and learning & development for DWP security community and influencing the development of the wider Government Security Profession. Cross-government delivery - Deliver and continue to develop the Government Cyber Security Academy and oversee, design, deliver and continuously improvement the DWP security education and awareness programme for all colleagues, and deliver high quality, cost effective services by the Security Education and Awareness Centre (SEAC). Business management - Oversee the effective management of the Security and Data Protection function's business strategy, communications (including Parliamentary Questions), finances, resilience, workforce and risk management; and interaction with Group and Departmental initiatives. Security Strategy - Oversee implementation of the DWP Security Strategy and associated transformation within the directorate. Operational Management - Accountable for the efficient running of the team, including multimillion-pound budget, accurate forecasting and HR, finance and commercial compliance as well as management of specialist operational team.
Oundle School invites applications for the role of Deputy Head Academic to provide strategic academic leadership and shape the school's academic direction. Working with the Head and School Leadership Team, you will ensure high standards of teaching and learning across departments and contribute to the school's ambitious, forward looking educational vision. The successful candidate will combine educational leadership with strong interpersonal skills, and will engage staff, pupils, parents and
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Oundle School invites applications for the role of Deputy Head Academic to provide strategic academic leadership and shape the school's academic direction. Working with the Head and School Leadership Team, you will ensure high standards of teaching and learning across departments and contribute to the school's ambitious, forward looking educational vision. The successful candidate will combine educational leadership with strong interpersonal skills, and will engage staff, pupils, parents and
Director, Communications, UK CommercialJoin GSK as Director, Communications, UK Commercial (UKC), leading an integrated communications strategy with two clear priorities: strengthening GSK's reputation and demonstrating the impact of our innovation for patients, the NHS and wider society; and engaging employees by connecting them to UKC priorities and business performance.This highly visible leadership role will shape and deliver UKLT thought leadership and leader profiling, including speaking opportunities, external events and strategic campaigns. You will help senior leaders articulate a clear and differentiated UKC narrative, build trust and ensure GSK's voice is heard across the UK healthcare ecosystem.You will also lead UKC's internal communications strategy, ensuring our people are informed, engaged and connected to business priorities. Working closely with the UKLT, you will embed a leader-led approach that brings clarity, consistency and authenticity to communications and translates strategic priorities into what they mean for people across UKC.As a member of the UKC Communications & Government Affairs (CGA) Leadership Team, you will set the strategic direction and overarching narrative for UKC communications. Working across UK Commercial and partnering with global communications colleagues, you will ensure product and therapy-area communications align with this strategy, reinforce shared priorities and contribute to a coherent UKC presence.This is an exciting time for GSK in the UK, with new Global and UK leadership, ambitious growth plans and a rapidly advancing product pipeline. We are pioneering new approaches in service of patients, the NHS and wider society.You will set and deliver the overarching UKC communications strategy and narrative, ensuring internal communications, senior leader engagement and external positioning work together to support business performance and better outcomes for patients. Product and therapy-area communications will align to and deliver within this strategic framework.This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:UKC External Communications Strategy : Set the overarching external communications strategy and narrative for UKC, establishing the priorities, positioning and channel approach that guide product and therapy-area communications. Ensure all activity strengthens GSK's reputation, supports business priorities and positions GSK as a trusted partner across the UK healthcare ecosystem.Thought Leadership & Reputation : Identify opportunities to showcase GSK's expertise, innovation and contribution to patients, healthcare system and the UK economy through strategic thought leadership programmes and targeted content that bring our science to life and demonstrate its impact for patients and the healthcare system.Editorial Calendar : Create and manage a sustained UKC news flow and editorial calendar that maps global and local events, milestones and leadership opportunities, ensuring product and therapy-area activity aligns with the overarching UKC strategy and maintains visibility of GSK's strategy in action.External Events Strategy : Lead the communications approach for external events and policy forums, ensuring GSK is visible where it matters and delivers a consistent, impactful and differentiated presence.Media Relations & Issues Management : Develop and implement proactive media engagement strategies whilst providing communications counsel and support during issues and reputational challenges.Internal Communications Strategy : Develop and lead UKC's internal communications approach, translating business priorities into clear, relevant and engaging communications that support understanding, alignment and engagement across the organisation.Leader-Led Communications : Build leaders' capability and embed a leader-led communications culture that helps employees understand business priorities and change, strengthens trust and creates clear connections between UKC's direction and people's day-to-day work.Strategic Counsel : Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing expert communications counsel that informs decision making, supports business objectives and strengthens stakeholder engagement.Strategic Alignment & Content Excellence : Ensure internal, external, product and therapy-area communications align with the overarching UKC strategy and narrative, while maintaining high editorial standards, compelling storytelling and a consistent GSK voice.Insights & Measurement : Leverage insights, analytics and feedback to continually improve communications effectiveness, optimise channel performance and demonstrate impact.Agency Leadership : Develop and manage strategic agency partnerships to deliver creative, high-impact communications programmes that enhance reputation and engagement.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience.Significant experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare or life sciences communications.Proven experience developing and delivering external communications strategies that support organisational objectives and reputation.Demonstrated experience in internal communications and employee engagement within a complex organisation.Experience advising and supporting senior leaders on communications, thought leadership and external profiling.Experience managing media relations, corporate reputation and issues management.Strong understanding of the UK healthcare environment and stakeholder landscape, including the NHS.Preferred QualificationsExperience leading communications through organizational change.Demonstrated success aligning internal, external, leadership, product and therapy-area communications within a single strategic framework.Strong strategic storytelling, content development and editorial expertise across multiple channels and audiences.Experience coaching senior leaders on speaking engagements, thought leadership and executive communications.Experience developing and managing communications agency partnerships.Strong digital communications capability, including social media, analytics and AI.Proven ability to use insights and measurement to improve communications effectiveness and demonstrate impact.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to connect communications strategy to business priorities.Experience leading or influencing cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.Closing Date for Applications: 25/09/2026 EODPlease take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert.When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements. The information that you have provided in your cover letter, and CV will be used to assess your application.GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.SkillsContent Development, Corporate Copywriting, Data Analytics, Digital Fluency, Government Affairs, Market Shaping, Payer Research, Public Policies, Regulatory Awareness, Reputation Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Storytelling, Strategic PlanningWhy GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive.We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at where you can also request a call.Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the Link where you will find answers to multiple questions we receiveImportant notice to Employment businesses/ AgenciesGSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site . click apply for full job details
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Director, Communications, UK CommercialJoin GSK as Director, Communications, UK Commercial (UKC), leading an integrated communications strategy with two clear priorities: strengthening GSK's reputation and demonstrating the impact of our innovation for patients, the NHS and wider society; and engaging employees by connecting them to UKC priorities and business performance.This highly visible leadership role will shape and deliver UKLT thought leadership and leader profiling, including speaking opportunities, external events and strategic campaigns. You will help senior leaders articulate a clear and differentiated UKC narrative, build trust and ensure GSK's voice is heard across the UK healthcare ecosystem.You will also lead UKC's internal communications strategy, ensuring our people are informed, engaged and connected to business priorities. Working closely with the UKLT, you will embed a leader-led approach that brings clarity, consistency and authenticity to communications and translates strategic priorities into what they mean for people across UKC.As a member of the UKC Communications & Government Affairs (CGA) Leadership Team, you will set the strategic direction and overarching narrative for UKC communications. Working across UK Commercial and partnering with global communications colleagues, you will ensure product and therapy-area communications align with this strategy, reinforce shared priorities and contribute to a coherent UKC presence.This is an exciting time for GSK in the UK, with new Global and UK leadership, ambitious growth plans and a rapidly advancing product pipeline. We are pioneering new approaches in service of patients, the NHS and wider society.You will set and deliver the overarching UKC communications strategy and narrative, ensuring internal communications, senior leader engagement and external positioning work together to support business performance and better outcomes for patients. Product and therapy-area communications will align to and deliver within this strategic framework.This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:UKC External Communications Strategy : Set the overarching external communications strategy and narrative for UKC, establishing the priorities, positioning and channel approach that guide product and therapy-area communications. Ensure all activity strengthens GSK's reputation, supports business priorities and positions GSK as a trusted partner across the UK healthcare ecosystem.Thought Leadership & Reputation : Identify opportunities to showcase GSK's expertise, innovation and contribution to patients, healthcare system and the UK economy through strategic thought leadership programmes and targeted content that bring our science to life and demonstrate its impact for patients and the healthcare system.Editorial Calendar : Create and manage a sustained UKC news flow and editorial calendar that maps global and local events, milestones and leadership opportunities, ensuring product and therapy-area activity aligns with the overarching UKC strategy and maintains visibility of GSK's strategy in action.External Events Strategy : Lead the communications approach for external events and policy forums, ensuring GSK is visible where it matters and delivers a consistent, impactful and differentiated presence.Media Relations & Issues Management : Develop and implement proactive media engagement strategies whilst providing communications counsel and support during issues and reputational challenges.Internal Communications Strategy : Develop and lead UKC's internal communications approach, translating business priorities into clear, relevant and engaging communications that support understanding, alignment and engagement across the organisation.Leader-Led Communications : Build leaders' capability and embed a leader-led communications culture that helps employees understand business priorities and change, strengthens trust and creates clear connections between UKC's direction and people's day-to-day work.Strategic Counsel : Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing expert communications counsel that informs decision making, supports business objectives and strengthens stakeholder engagement.Strategic Alignment & Content Excellence : Ensure internal, external, product and therapy-area communications align with the overarching UKC strategy and narrative, while maintaining high editorial standards, compelling storytelling and a consistent GSK voice.Insights & Measurement : Leverage insights, analytics and feedback to continually improve communications effectiveness, optimise channel performance and demonstrate impact.Agency Leadership : Develop and manage strategic agency partnerships to deliver creative, high-impact communications programmes that enhance reputation and engagement.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience.Significant experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare or life sciences communications.Proven experience developing and delivering external communications strategies that support organisational objectives and reputation.Demonstrated experience in internal communications and employee engagement within a complex organisation.Experience advising and supporting senior leaders on communications, thought leadership and external profiling.Experience managing media relations, corporate reputation and issues management.Strong understanding of the UK healthcare environment and stakeholder landscape, including the NHS.Preferred QualificationsExperience leading communications through organizational change.Demonstrated success aligning internal, external, leadership, product and therapy-area communications within a single strategic framework.Strong strategic storytelling, content development and editorial expertise across multiple channels and audiences.Experience coaching senior leaders on speaking engagements, thought leadership and executive communications.Experience developing and managing communications agency partnerships.Strong digital communications capability, including social media, analytics and AI.Proven ability to use insights and measurement to improve communications effectiveness and demonstrate impact.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to connect communications strategy to business priorities.Experience leading or influencing cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.Closing Date for Applications: 25/09/2026 EODPlease take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert.When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements. The information that you have provided in your cover letter, and CV will be used to assess your application.GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.SkillsContent Development, Corporate Copywriting, Data Analytics, Digital Fluency, Government Affairs, Market Shaping, Payer Research, Public Policies, Regulatory Awareness, Reputation Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Storytelling, Strategic PlanningWhy GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive.We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at where you can also request a call.Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the Link where you will find answers to multiple questions we receiveImportant notice to Employment businesses/ AgenciesGSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site . click apply for full job details
Head of Finance £80,000 - £100,000 + Benefits Bradford Office Based Compressed 4-Day Week Available A genuine No.1 finance role combining strong financial leadership with commercial business partnering and the opportunity to help shape the next phase of growth. We're working with a successful, growing business looking for an experienced Head of Finance to take ownership of the finance function and become a key member of the senior leadership team. Reporting directly to the Directors, you'll lead and develop the finance team whilst taking responsibility for the quality, accuracy and insight coming from finance. You'll have a strong technical grounding in financial control, reporting and management information , but this role is about much more than producing the numbers. You'll understand the wider business, build strong relationships with the Directors and operational teams, challenge performance and provide the financial insight and commercial advice needed to support better decisions. You'll have genuine board-level exposure , contributing to discussions around strategy, growth and future plans, whilst playing an important role in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and evaluating future opportunities. What You'll Get Involved In Take overall ownership of the finance function and act as a key business partner and adviser to the Directors . Lead, manage and develop the finance team, creating a high-performing and supportive function. Maintain strong financial control, ensuring accurate, timely and robust reporting. Own month-end, management accounts and wider financial reporting. Produce high-quality Board packs with meaningful analysis, commentary and insight , helping the Directors understand what is happening and what needs to happen next. Business partner with Directors, operational teams and the wider leadership team to understand performance, identify issues and turn financial insight into commercial decisions . Provide constructive challenge and recommendations rather than simply reporting what has happened. Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, alongside financial modelling for decision-making, investment and growth. Work closely with the Directors on growth opportunities, strategy and future plans , providing financial advice and challenge. Support the evaluation of potential acquisitions, including financial modelling, due diligence and integration where required. Identify opportunities around profitability, margins, cash generation, working capital and business performance . Partner with operational and commercial teams to understand performance drivers and identify opportunities for improvement. Consolidate multiple entities and provide robust group-level reporting. Review and improve finance systems, processes and reporting as the business scales. Explore how AI, automation and technology can improve the efficiency and capability of finance. Get involved in wider strategic and commercial projects as the business grows. What We're Looking For You'll be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding in financial control and reporting, combined with the commercial awareness, presence and communication skills to operate as a genuine business partner to the Directors and wider business . We're looking for someone comfortable looking backwards at performance and forwards at opportunity . You'll understand that finance isn't simply about explaining what has happened, but helping the business decide what to do next. You'll ideally have experience within an SME environment with turnover of £50m-£100m+ , and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business. We're particularly interested in people who have: Strong financial control and financial reporting experience. Experience producing Board-level reporting, analysis and commentary . Proven experience managing, developing and motivating a finance team. Strong budgeting, forecasting, planning and financial modelling experience. A proven track record of business partnering with senior stakeholders and operational teams . The commercial mindset to turn financial information into recommendations and actions. Experience working closely with Directors, owners or senior leadership teams. The confidence to challenge constructively, ask the right questions and offer solutions . Experience of acquisitions, trade buyouts or other corporate transactions would be advantageous. Exposure to private equity, investors or other externally backed businesses would be beneficial Experience consolidating multiple entities. A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced SME environment. A genuine interest in systems, processes, automation and AI. Experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, retail or a similar operational environment. Why This Role? This is a broad, influential Head of Finance role for someone who wants to be much more than the person responsible for producing the numbers. You'll have direct access to the Directors, lead an established finance team and act as a genuine business partner to the wider leadership team . You'll have the opportunity to influence commercial decisions, contribute to growth plans and play a meaningful role in shaping how the business develops.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance £80,000 - £100,000 + Benefits Bradford Office Based Compressed 4-Day Week Available A genuine No.1 finance role combining strong financial leadership with commercial business partnering and the opportunity to help shape the next phase of growth. We're working with a successful, growing business looking for an experienced Head of Finance to take ownership of the finance function and become a key member of the senior leadership team. Reporting directly to the Directors, you'll lead and develop the finance team whilst taking responsibility for the quality, accuracy and insight coming from finance. You'll have a strong technical grounding in financial control, reporting and management information , but this role is about much more than producing the numbers. You'll understand the wider business, build strong relationships with the Directors and operational teams, challenge performance and provide the financial insight and commercial advice needed to support better decisions. You'll have genuine board-level exposure , contributing to discussions around strategy, growth and future plans, whilst playing an important role in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and evaluating future opportunities. What You'll Get Involved In Take overall ownership of the finance function and act as a key business partner and adviser to the Directors . Lead, manage and develop the finance team, creating a high-performing and supportive function. Maintain strong financial control, ensuring accurate, timely and robust reporting. Own month-end, management accounts and wider financial reporting. Produce high-quality Board packs with meaningful analysis, commentary and insight , helping the Directors understand what is happening and what needs to happen next. Business partner with Directors, operational teams and the wider leadership team to understand performance, identify issues and turn financial insight into commercial decisions . Provide constructive challenge and recommendations rather than simply reporting what has happened. Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, alongside financial modelling for decision-making, investment and growth. Work closely with the Directors on growth opportunities, strategy and future plans , providing financial advice and challenge. Support the evaluation of potential acquisitions, including financial modelling, due diligence and integration where required. Identify opportunities around profitability, margins, cash generation, working capital and business performance . Partner with operational and commercial teams to understand performance drivers and identify opportunities for improvement. Consolidate multiple entities and provide robust group-level reporting. Review and improve finance systems, processes and reporting as the business scales. Explore how AI, automation and technology can improve the efficiency and capability of finance. Get involved in wider strategic and commercial projects as the business grows. What We're Looking For You'll be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding in financial control and reporting, combined with the commercial awareness, presence and communication skills to operate as a genuine business partner to the Directors and wider business . We're looking for someone comfortable looking backwards at performance and forwards at opportunity . You'll understand that finance isn't simply about explaining what has happened, but helping the business decide what to do next. You'll ideally have experience within an SME environment with turnover of £50m-£100m+ , and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business. We're particularly interested in people who have: Strong financial control and financial reporting experience. Experience producing Board-level reporting, analysis and commentary . Proven experience managing, developing and motivating a finance team. Strong budgeting, forecasting, planning and financial modelling experience. A proven track record of business partnering with senior stakeholders and operational teams . The commercial mindset to turn financial information into recommendations and actions. Experience working closely with Directors, owners or senior leadership teams. The confidence to challenge constructively, ask the right questions and offer solutions . Experience of acquisitions, trade buyouts or other corporate transactions would be advantageous. Exposure to private equity, investors or other externally backed businesses would be beneficial Experience consolidating multiple entities. A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced SME environment. A genuine interest in systems, processes, automation and AI. Experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, retail or a similar operational environment. Why This Role? This is a broad, influential Head of Finance role for someone who wants to be much more than the person responsible for producing the numbers. You'll have direct access to the Directors, lead an established finance team and act as a genuine business partner to the wider leadership team . You'll have the opportunity to influence commercial decisions, contribute to growth plans and play a meaningful role in shaping how the business develops.
Head of Strategic Talent & Development Shape how a complex organisation attracts, develops and retains the talent it needs for the future. Contract: Permanent, fulltime Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum + wider package Location: Manchester City Centre (1-2 days per week onsite only) Hours: Mon-Fri, standard office & flexible This newly created leadership role offers the opportunity to build a more connected and forward-looking approach to talent. Joining at an important stage of organisational change, you will bring together Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development within a single strategic agenda. Reporting to a senior people executive, you will move the organisation beyond strong operational delivery towards an integrated talent model. Your remit will span attraction, onboarding, development, retention and strategic workforce planning, ensuring that talent decisions are informed by meaningful data and aligned with long-term organisational priorities. The Opportunity You will: Create and lead an end-to-end talent strategy. Unite established Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams around shared priorities. Strengthen strategic workforce planning and future capability development. Translate talent, retention and attrition data into actionable organisational insight. Advise senior leaders on emerging skills requirements and the changing nature of work. Shape the operating model for a modern, strategically focused talent function. Build stronger connections between people investment and organisational outcomes. About You You will be an accomplished talent leader from a large, complex or matrix organisation, with demonstrable experience of strategic Talent Acquisition, workforce planning and talent analytics. You will combine commercial judgement with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders, challenge constructively and lead through ambiguity. Experience of integrating talent disciplines or shaping organisational capability will be particularly valuable. Deep technical Learning & Development expertise is not essential. More important is your ability to provide strategic direction, connect established teams and turn insight into a coherent talent agenda. Apply This is an opportunity to define a newly created function, influence senior decision-making and establish a talent strategy with lasting organisational impact. If you are ready to move beyond traditional Talent Acquisition and shape a broader future-workforce agenda, we would welcome a confidential conversation.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Head of Strategic Talent & Development Shape how a complex organisation attracts, develops and retains the talent it needs for the future. Contract: Permanent, fulltime Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum + wider package Location: Manchester City Centre (1-2 days per week onsite only) Hours: Mon-Fri, standard office & flexible This newly created leadership role offers the opportunity to build a more connected and forward-looking approach to talent. Joining at an important stage of organisational change, you will bring together Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development within a single strategic agenda. Reporting to a senior people executive, you will move the organisation beyond strong operational delivery towards an integrated talent model. Your remit will span attraction, onboarding, development, retention and strategic workforce planning, ensuring that talent decisions are informed by meaningful data and aligned with long-term organisational priorities. The Opportunity You will: Create and lead an end-to-end talent strategy. Unite established Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams around shared priorities. Strengthen strategic workforce planning and future capability development. Translate talent, retention and attrition data into actionable organisational insight. Advise senior leaders on emerging skills requirements and the changing nature of work. Shape the operating model for a modern, strategically focused talent function. Build stronger connections between people investment and organisational outcomes. About You You will be an accomplished talent leader from a large, complex or matrix organisation, with demonstrable experience of strategic Talent Acquisition, workforce planning and talent analytics. You will combine commercial judgement with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders, challenge constructively and lead through ambiguity. Experience of integrating talent disciplines or shaping organisational capability will be particularly valuable. Deep technical Learning & Development expertise is not essential. More important is your ability to provide strategic direction, connect established teams and turn insight into a coherent talent agenda. Apply This is an opportunity to define a newly created function, influence senior decision-making and establish a talent strategy with lasting organisational impact. If you are ready to move beyond traditional Talent Acquisition and shape a broader future-workforce agenda, we would welcome a confidential conversation.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and results-driven Head of Service Operations to lead a national on-site service division within a fast-paced engineering environment. This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction, operational performance, and commercial success of a UK-wide mobile service operation. You will lead service delivery across field engineering, shutdown support, project execution and customer service, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, profitably and to the highest possible standard. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will play a central role in driving operational excellence, developing people, supporting business growth and enhancing customer satisfaction. Role: Head of Services & Operations Salary: up to £75,000 per annum + benefits + bonus Location: M62 Corridor (multi site ownership) Key responsibilities of Head of Service & Operations Develop and implement the strategic vision for the service operations division in line with business growth objectives. Lead all aspects of mobile service operations, ensuring safe, effective and profitable delivery of customer contracts. Manage field service engineers, project engineers and third-party contractors. Oversee national scheduling, resource planning and mobilisation. Support planned maintenance, emergency response, shutdown support and project delivery. Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, standardisation and innovation. Deliver agreed revenue, margin and profitability targets. Monitor financial performance, labour utilisation and operational costs. Support pricing strategy, contract negotiations and major customer tenders. Act as senior operational contact for key national accounts. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and industry partners. Champion health, safety, quality and compliance across all service activities. Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team. Support technical problem solving and engineering best practice. Introduce dashboards, KPIs, SOPs and improvement initiatives to enhance performance. Key Requirements of Head of Service & Operations Significant senior management experience within industrial services, hydraulics, fluid power or engineering. Proven leadership of national service operations. Experience managing large engineering teams. Strong commercial and financial management capability. Experience delivering operational transformation and continuous improvement. Strong customer relationship management at a strategic level. Excellent understanding of engineering service delivery. Skills and attributes for the Head of Service & Operations Commercially driven with a customer-first mindset Results focused with strong personal accountability. Strong ethical standards. Passionate about developing people. Committed to operational excellence Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation. Technical Network recruits Engineers and Managers across automotive, aerospace, electrical/electronic, technology, energy, engineering, and manufacturing
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and results-driven Head of Service Operations to lead a national on-site service division within a fast-paced engineering environment. This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction, operational performance, and commercial success of a UK-wide mobile service operation. You will lead service delivery across field engineering, shutdown support, project execution and customer service, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, profitably and to the highest possible standard. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will play a central role in driving operational excellence, developing people, supporting business growth and enhancing customer satisfaction. Role: Head of Services & Operations Salary: up to £75,000 per annum + benefits + bonus Location: M62 Corridor (multi site ownership) Key responsibilities of Head of Service & Operations Develop and implement the strategic vision for the service operations division in line with business growth objectives. Lead all aspects of mobile service operations, ensuring safe, effective and profitable delivery of customer contracts. Manage field service engineers, project engineers and third-party contractors. Oversee national scheduling, resource planning and mobilisation. Support planned maintenance, emergency response, shutdown support and project delivery. Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, standardisation and innovation. Deliver agreed revenue, margin and profitability targets. Monitor financial performance, labour utilisation and operational costs. Support pricing strategy, contract negotiations and major customer tenders. Act as senior operational contact for key national accounts. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and industry partners. Champion health, safety, quality and compliance across all service activities. Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team. Support technical problem solving and engineering best practice. Introduce dashboards, KPIs, SOPs and improvement initiatives to enhance performance. Key Requirements of Head of Service & Operations Significant senior management experience within industrial services, hydraulics, fluid power or engineering. Proven leadership of national service operations. Experience managing large engineering teams. Strong commercial and financial management capability. Experience delivering operational transformation and continuous improvement. Strong customer relationship management at a strategic level. Excellent understanding of engineering service delivery. Skills and attributes for the Head of Service & Operations Commercially driven with a customer-first mindset Results focused with strong personal accountability. Strong ethical standards. Passionate about developing people. Committed to operational excellence Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation. Technical Network recruits Engineers and Managers across automotive, aerospace, electrical/electronic, technology, energy, engineering, and manufacturing
Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! Our vision is fast technology, fair service, and honest values. All at the tap of a phone, all the time. We are about giving customers a new way to spend, save and manage their money while taking better care of the planet, which has seen us become a multi-award-winning bank that now employs over 3,000 people across our offices in London, Cardiff, Dublin, Southampton, and Manchester. Our journey started in 2014, and since then we have surpassed 3.5 million accounts with 350,000 business customers. We are a fully licensed UK bank, but at heart, we are a tech-first company, enabling our platform to deliver brilliant products. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be; innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and take full ownership of everything around you: from building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid model We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. About Role & Team The Security Architecture team at Starling is driving significant impact across the organisation, actively guiding and empowering teams across Security and the wider technology landscape. We are looking for a mid-to-senior level Information Security Architect to join our ranks. While you will cover typical end-to-end security architecture across our modern tech stack, this role carries a strategic focus: Cryptography & Post-Quantum Readiness. As quantum computing capabilities evolve, we are looking to ramp up our Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) efforts. We are looking for a leader who will own the strategic design of our cloud-native and on-premise cryptography roadmaps, conduct cryptographic assessments, drive crypto-agility, and define our technical roadmap to keep Starling resilient against emerging future threats. What you'll get to do Lead our Post-Quantum Strategy: Take ownership of Starling's Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) initiative over the coming years; designing our crypto-inventory, evaluating PQC algorithms, and designing architectures built for cryptographic agility. Act as the Cryptography SME: Provide expert architecture and design guidance on Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), key management, service mesh security, and transport layer protocols across our cloud environments. Enterprise Architecture Delivery: Architect secure, scalable solutions across AWS and GCP, translating complex security requirements into simple, pragmatic design patterns for engineering teams. Secure Architecture Governance: Lead and assist with secure design reviews and threat modeling initiatives, delivering actionable security guidance and continuous support to Engineering teams. Proof of Concept Development: Our architects enjoy a hands-on approach. When suitable, we design and build PoC solutions for engineers to refine or draw inspiration from. Collaborate & Influence: Work closely with software engineers, cloud architects, and security operations to review RFCs and ADRs, conduct threat models, and embed security seamlessly into the development lifecycle without adding friction. Drive Thought Leadership: Serve as a trusted advisor within our growing Security Architecture team, staying ahead of industry trends, threat vectors, and regulatory standards to elevate Starling's overall security posture. Responsibilties Architect end-to-end security solutions for cloud-native applications, microservices, and modern banking platforms. Develop and lead our Post-Quantum Cryptography transition roadmap and crypto-inventory strategy. Perform threat modeling and technical risk assessments on new and existing platform architectures. Define, document, and promote enterprise cryptographic management standards (key lifecycle, hardware security, modern cipher suites). Review architectural design documents, RFCs, and ADRs to ensure alignment with security guardrails and regulatory requirements. Mentor engineering teams and provide guidance on cryptographic implementations, securely managing secrets, and data protection at rest/in transit. Support the rest of the Security Architecture team with daily security architecture activities (e.g. adhoc security architecture advisory services). Requirements Security Architecture Experience: Proven track record in a Information Security Architect or Senior Security Engineering role designing secure, distributed systems within modern cloud environments (AWS/GCP). Deep Cryptography Expertise: Comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge of symmetric/asymmetric cryptography, PKI management, digital signatures, key management systems (KMS), and HSMs. Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Knowledge: Strong understanding of quantum computing threats to modern encryption, NIST PQC standards, hybrid key exchange, and strategies for achieving crypto-agility. Threat Modeling & System Design: Demonstrated ability to perform threat modeling on complex cloud-native applications, APIs, and microservices architectures (e.g. Kubernetes, ECS). Pragmatic Problem Solver: A firm believer that security should enable engineering speed, with the ability to design security controls that minimise developer friction. Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of distilling complex technical/cryptographic risks into clear guidance for both technical teams and senior leadership. Desirable Experience in Fintech, Banking, or highly regulated cloud environments (e.g. PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, NIST guidelines). Demonstrated background in a highly technical role (e.g. Security Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Penetration Testing). Experience in infrastructure,application, and AI security (e.g. container security, secure code reviews, secure integration of generative AI/ML). Practical experience leveraging and applying the SABSA (Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture) framework to design business-driven, risk-aligned enterprise security architectures. Recognised industry security certifications (e.g. SABSA, CISSP, AWS Security Specialty, or specialised cryptography credentials). Interview process Interviewing is a two-way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general, you can expect the below following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1: 20 minute phone call with our Security Architecture Lead Stage 2: 75 minute technical interview with the team Stage 3: 30 minute final interview with the Security Architecture Director and CISO Benefits We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before . click apply for full job details
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! Our vision is fast technology, fair service, and honest values. All at the tap of a phone, all the time. We are about giving customers a new way to spend, save and manage their money while taking better care of the planet, which has seen us become a multi-award-winning bank that now employs over 3,000 people across our offices in London, Cardiff, Dublin, Southampton, and Manchester. Our journey started in 2014, and since then we have surpassed 3.5 million accounts with 350,000 business customers. We are a fully licensed UK bank, but at heart, we are a tech-first company, enabling our platform to deliver brilliant products. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be; innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and take full ownership of everything around you: from building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid model We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. About Role & Team The Security Architecture team at Starling is driving significant impact across the organisation, actively guiding and empowering teams across Security and the wider technology landscape. We are looking for a mid-to-senior level Information Security Architect to join our ranks. While you will cover typical end-to-end security architecture across our modern tech stack, this role carries a strategic focus: Cryptography & Post-Quantum Readiness. As quantum computing capabilities evolve, we are looking to ramp up our Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) efforts. We are looking for a leader who will own the strategic design of our cloud-native and on-premise cryptography roadmaps, conduct cryptographic assessments, drive crypto-agility, and define our technical roadmap to keep Starling resilient against emerging future threats. What you'll get to do Lead our Post-Quantum Strategy: Take ownership of Starling's Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) initiative over the coming years; designing our crypto-inventory, evaluating PQC algorithms, and designing architectures built for cryptographic agility. Act as the Cryptography SME: Provide expert architecture and design guidance on Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), key management, service mesh security, and transport layer protocols across our cloud environments. Enterprise Architecture Delivery: Architect secure, scalable solutions across AWS and GCP, translating complex security requirements into simple, pragmatic design patterns for engineering teams. Secure Architecture Governance: Lead and assist with secure design reviews and threat modeling initiatives, delivering actionable security guidance and continuous support to Engineering teams. Proof of Concept Development: Our architects enjoy a hands-on approach. When suitable, we design and build PoC solutions for engineers to refine or draw inspiration from. Collaborate & Influence: Work closely with software engineers, cloud architects, and security operations to review RFCs and ADRs, conduct threat models, and embed security seamlessly into the development lifecycle without adding friction. Drive Thought Leadership: Serve as a trusted advisor within our growing Security Architecture team, staying ahead of industry trends, threat vectors, and regulatory standards to elevate Starling's overall security posture. Responsibilties Architect end-to-end security solutions for cloud-native applications, microservices, and modern banking platforms. Develop and lead our Post-Quantum Cryptography transition roadmap and crypto-inventory strategy. Perform threat modeling and technical risk assessments on new and existing platform architectures. Define, document, and promote enterprise cryptographic management standards (key lifecycle, hardware security, modern cipher suites). Review architectural design documents, RFCs, and ADRs to ensure alignment with security guardrails and regulatory requirements. Mentor engineering teams and provide guidance on cryptographic implementations, securely managing secrets, and data protection at rest/in transit. Support the rest of the Security Architecture team with daily security architecture activities (e.g. adhoc security architecture advisory services). Requirements Security Architecture Experience: Proven track record in a Information Security Architect or Senior Security Engineering role designing secure, distributed systems within modern cloud environments (AWS/GCP). Deep Cryptography Expertise: Comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge of symmetric/asymmetric cryptography, PKI management, digital signatures, key management systems (KMS), and HSMs. Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Knowledge: Strong understanding of quantum computing threats to modern encryption, NIST PQC standards, hybrid key exchange, and strategies for achieving crypto-agility. Threat Modeling & System Design: Demonstrated ability to perform threat modeling on complex cloud-native applications, APIs, and microservices architectures (e.g. Kubernetes, ECS). Pragmatic Problem Solver: A firm believer that security should enable engineering speed, with the ability to design security controls that minimise developer friction. Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of distilling complex technical/cryptographic risks into clear guidance for both technical teams and senior leadership. Desirable Experience in Fintech, Banking, or highly regulated cloud environments (e.g. PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, NIST guidelines). Demonstrated background in a highly technical role (e.g. Security Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Penetration Testing). Experience in infrastructure,application, and AI security (e.g. container security, secure code reviews, secure integration of generative AI/ML). Practical experience leveraging and applying the SABSA (Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture) framework to design business-driven, risk-aligned enterprise security architectures. Recognised industry security certifications (e.g. SABSA, CISSP, AWS Security Specialty, or specialised cryptography credentials). Interview process Interviewing is a two-way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general, you can expect the below following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1: 20 minute phone call with our Security Architecture Lead Stage 2: 75 minute technical interview with the team Stage 3: 30 minute final interview with the Security Architecture Director and CISO Benefits We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before . click apply for full job details
Our client is looking to recruit a HR Advisor to join their team. This is an exciting role where you can take ownership and have a true generalist role. This role provides practical HR advice, manages routine employee relations matters and takes ownership of accurate, timely payroll delivery. The role supports ensuring core people processes are delivered efficiently, compliantly and with clear escalation where required. Working closely with the HR Administrator and reporting directly to the Head of HR. This is a hands on HR role and a true generalist HR position, working for a culturally great business, who put their people first. Key Deliverables: Providing advice and guidance on employment law, HR policies, procedures and best practice Managing attendance and absence cases, including short and long-term absence, return-to-work processes and attendance reviews Leading employee relations cases from start to finish, including disciplinary, grievance and performance management processes Supporting managers with people matters and organisational change initiatives Supporting talent development, succession planning and employee engagement initiatives Maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring data integrity across HR systems Producing HR reports, KPIs and people metrics to support business decision-making Supporting HR projects and contributing to the development and implementation of people policies and procedures Working closely with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate employee information and system updates Supporting ongoing HRIS and time and attendance system improvements Contributing to the delivery of the wider People Strategy and continuous improvement initiatives The right candidate: Minimum of CIPD Level 3 qualified or working towards. Previous experience in an HR Advisor or equivalent generalist role. Good knowledge of UK employment law. Experience managing employee relations cases. Experience advising managers. Strong organisational skills. Excellent written communication. Ability to prioritise a varied workload. Comfortable working independently.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Our client is looking to recruit a HR Advisor to join their team. This is an exciting role where you can take ownership and have a true generalist role. This role provides practical HR advice, manages routine employee relations matters and takes ownership of accurate, timely payroll delivery. The role supports ensuring core people processes are delivered efficiently, compliantly and with clear escalation where required. Working closely with the HR Administrator and reporting directly to the Head of HR. This is a hands on HR role and a true generalist HR position, working for a culturally great business, who put their people first. Key Deliverables: Providing advice and guidance on employment law, HR policies, procedures and best practice Managing attendance and absence cases, including short and long-term absence, return-to-work processes and attendance reviews Leading employee relations cases from start to finish, including disciplinary, grievance and performance management processes Supporting managers with people matters and organisational change initiatives Supporting talent development, succession planning and employee engagement initiatives Maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring data integrity across HR systems Producing HR reports, KPIs and people metrics to support business decision-making Supporting HR projects and contributing to the development and implementation of people policies and procedures Working closely with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate employee information and system updates Supporting ongoing HRIS and time and attendance system improvements Contributing to the delivery of the wider People Strategy and continuous improvement initiatives The right candidate: Minimum of CIPD Level 3 qualified or working towards. Previous experience in an HR Advisor or equivalent generalist role. Good knowledge of UK employment law. Experience managing employee relations cases. Experience advising managers. Strong organisational skills. Excellent written communication. Ability to prioritise a varied workload. Comfortable working independently.
Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain
Manchester, Lancashire
Head of Manufacturing based in Greater Manchester. Working for a growing, well established manufacturing company Client Details We are a well-established and growing manufacturing company with a reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service. Operating in a fast-paced environment, we supply products to customers across multiple sectors and continue to invest in our people, facilities, and technology. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Head of Manufacturing who can lead our operations into the next phase of development Description We are seeking an exceptional Head of Manufacturing to lead our production operations and drive performance across our manufacturing business in Greater Manchester. This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all manufacturing activities, ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in shaping operational strategy, developing high-performing teams, and driving continuous improvement throughout the business. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious manufacturing leader who is passionate about operational excellence, people development, and delivering sustainable business growth. Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic leadership for all manufacturing operations. Develop and implement manufacturing strategies aligned with business objectives. Lead and inspire production teams to achieve operational excellence. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Ensure production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, quality, and delivery performance. Monitor and report on key operational KPIs. Optimise resource utilisation, labour planning, and manufacturing capacity. Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Identify opportunities to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Implement best practices in operational excellence and manufacturing performance. Drive a culture of innovation and process improvement throughout the operation. Ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and company quality standards. Maintain robust quality management processes and controls. Lead corrective actions and root cause investigations where required. Ensure compliance with all relevant industry and regulatory requirements Lead, coach, and develop manufacturing managers, supervisors, and team leaders. Build succession plans and support the development of future leaders. Drive employee engagement and performance management processes. Create a high-performance culture focused on achieving business objectives. Manage manufacturing budgets and operational costs. Deliver productivity and efficiency improvements that enhance profitability. Support capital investment planning and business improvement projects. Contribute to business planning and strategic growth initiatives. Profile You are a proven manufacturing leader with strong technical and operational expertise. You thrive in a fast-paced production environment and have a track record of building high-performing teams while improving efficiency, quality, and profitability. You combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach and are capable of driving change while maintaining focus on operational performance. Essential Skills & Experience Significant senior leadership experience within a manufacturing environment. Preferably a fast paced, high volume manufacturing or FMCG background. Proven track record of leading production operations and delivering measurable improvements in performance. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, and operational management. Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or operational excellence programmes. Strong financial and commercial awareness. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing large teams and developing future leaders. Strong understanding of health, safety, quality, and compliance requirements. Desirable Qualifications & Experience Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent qualification Lean Six Sigma qualification or equivalent Continuous Improvement certification. NEBOSH, IOSH, or similar Health & Safety qualification. Experience implementing ERP or manufacturing systems. Experience leading automation, digitalisation, or manufacturing transformation projects. Job Offer £70,000 to £90,000 plus car allowance, bonus and benefits, dependent on current salary and experience level.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
Head of Manufacturing based in Greater Manchester. Working for a growing, well established manufacturing company Client Details We are a well-established and growing manufacturing company with a reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service. Operating in a fast-paced environment, we supply products to customers across multiple sectors and continue to invest in our people, facilities, and technology. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Head of Manufacturing who can lead our operations into the next phase of development Description We are seeking an exceptional Head of Manufacturing to lead our production operations and drive performance across our manufacturing business in Greater Manchester. This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all manufacturing activities, ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in shaping operational strategy, developing high-performing teams, and driving continuous improvement throughout the business. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious manufacturing leader who is passionate about operational excellence, people development, and delivering sustainable business growth. Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic leadership for all manufacturing operations. Develop and implement manufacturing strategies aligned with business objectives. Lead and inspire production teams to achieve operational excellence. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Ensure production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, quality, and delivery performance. Monitor and report on key operational KPIs. Optimise resource utilisation, labour planning, and manufacturing capacity. Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Identify opportunities to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Implement best practices in operational excellence and manufacturing performance. Drive a culture of innovation and process improvement throughout the operation. Ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and company quality standards. Maintain robust quality management processes and controls. Lead corrective actions and root cause investigations where required. Ensure compliance with all relevant industry and regulatory requirements Lead, coach, and develop manufacturing managers, supervisors, and team leaders. Build succession plans and support the development of future leaders. Drive employee engagement and performance management processes. Create a high-performance culture focused on achieving business objectives. Manage manufacturing budgets and operational costs. Deliver productivity and efficiency improvements that enhance profitability. Support capital investment planning and business improvement projects. Contribute to business planning and strategic growth initiatives. Profile You are a proven manufacturing leader with strong technical and operational expertise. You thrive in a fast-paced production environment and have a track record of building high-performing teams while improving efficiency, quality, and profitability. You combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach and are capable of driving change while maintaining focus on operational performance. Essential Skills & Experience Significant senior leadership experience within a manufacturing environment. Preferably a fast paced, high volume manufacturing or FMCG background. Proven track record of leading production operations and delivering measurable improvements in performance. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, and operational management. Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or operational excellence programmes. Strong financial and commercial awareness. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing large teams and developing future leaders. Strong understanding of health, safety, quality, and compliance requirements. Desirable Qualifications & Experience Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent qualification Lean Six Sigma qualification or equivalent Continuous Improvement certification. NEBOSH, IOSH, or similar Health & Safety qualification. Experience implementing ERP or manufacturing systems. Experience leading automation, digitalisation, or manufacturing transformation projects. Job Offer £70,000 to £90,000 plus car allowance, bonus and benefits, dependent on current salary and experience level.
ADS Group Limited is seeking a Head of Data & Analytics to steer the data strategy across ADS Group and Farnborough International. You will lead a modern enterprise data platform, establish governance, and enable self-service analytics for decision-making across the business. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical delivery, overseeing data architecture, analytics roadmap and AI initiatives while collaborating with senior stakeholders to maximise business impact.
Sep 23, 2026
Full time
ADS Group Limited is seeking a Head of Data & Analytics to steer the data strategy across ADS Group and Farnborough International. You will lead a modern enterprise data platform, establish governance, and enable self-service analytics for decision-making across the business. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical delivery, overseeing data architecture, analytics roadmap and AI initiatives while collaborating with senior stakeholders to maximise business impact.
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes. We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife. Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career. Ready to make a splash? Join our team today. Head of Voice of the Customer Put the customer at the heart of every decision. We're looking for an experienced and strategic leader to shape and drive our Voice of the Customer (VoC) and Consumer Involvement agenda. This is a high-impact role that will ensure customer insight is embedded across our organisation, influencing business strategy, investment decisions, performance and regulatory outcomes. You will lead the development of a customer-centric operating model, creating a single, trusted view of the customer and ensuring customer feedback, insight and lived experiences inform decision-making at every level. This is an exciting opportunity to influence organisational strategy, drive meaningful change and build a culture where the customer voice is at the centre of everything we do. What you'll be doing Lead and deliver our enterprise-wide Voice of the Customer strategy. Establish customer insight as a core business capability, influencing strategic and operational decision-making. Own and lead our Consumer Involvement approach, ensuring customer voices are demonstrably embedded in key business decisions and regulatory commitments. Develop a single, integrated view of the customer by combining research, behavioural data, operational performance metrics and customer feedback. Partner with senior leaders and executives to shape strategy, transformation programmes and performance improvement initiatives. Create insight frameworks that clearly demonstrate how customer feedback influences service improvements, investment decisions and business priorities. Drive the transition from reactive reporting to proactive, strategic insight leadership. Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing Voice of the Customer and Performance team. Influence organisational culture, promoting evidence-based and customer-led decision-making across the business. Present compelling customer narratives and insights that influence Executive and Board-level discussions. About you You'll be a highly credible leader with the ability to influence at senior levels and drive lasting organisational change. You'll bring: Proven experience in Voice of the Customer, Customer Insight, Consumer Involvement, Strategy or related leadership roles. A proven track record of embedding customer-centric approaches and VoC frameworks across large organisations. Experience operating within a regulated environment, with strong understanding of Consumer Involvement and regulatory expectations. Demonstrable success influencing senior leadership teams and shaping strategic direction. Experience bringing together multiple data sources to create meaningful and actionable customer insight. Strong experience developing and leading multidisciplinary insight, customer experience or VoC teams. Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, customer insight and behavioural analysis. Experience using customer insight and analytics platforms such as Qualtrics, Power BI or similar. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to link customer insight directly to business performance and customer outcomes. Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience. Ready to make a difference? Join us as our Head of Voice of the Customer a nd help create a workplace where people thrive. We believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. As our Head of Voice of the Customer, you'll enjoy: Competitive Salary - Reflective of your skills, experience, and expertise. Company Car or Car Allowance - Supporting you in your role. Annual Bonus Scheme - Rewarding business and individual performance. Pension Scheme - Helping you plan and save for the future. Flexible Working Options - We support work-life balance through flexible and hybrid working arrangements where possible. Employee Assistance Programme - Providing confidential support for your wellbeing. Employee Discounts - Access to exclusive discounts on a range of products and services. Generous Annual Leave - Giving you time to rest, recharge, and spend time doing what matters most. Closing Date: 25th September 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process. Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness. Our core values, which are essential to our success, are: Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on. Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way. Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes. We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife. Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career. Ready to make a splash? Join our team today. Head of Voice of the Customer Put the customer at the heart of every decision. We're looking for an experienced and strategic leader to shape and drive our Voice of the Customer (VoC) and Consumer Involvement agenda. This is a high-impact role that will ensure customer insight is embedded across our organisation, influencing business strategy, investment decisions, performance and regulatory outcomes. You will lead the development of a customer-centric operating model, creating a single, trusted view of the customer and ensuring customer feedback, insight and lived experiences inform decision-making at every level. This is an exciting opportunity to influence organisational strategy, drive meaningful change and build a culture where the customer voice is at the centre of everything we do. What you'll be doing Lead and deliver our enterprise-wide Voice of the Customer strategy. Establish customer insight as a core business capability, influencing strategic and operational decision-making. Own and lead our Consumer Involvement approach, ensuring customer voices are demonstrably embedded in key business decisions and regulatory commitments. Develop a single, integrated view of the customer by combining research, behavioural data, operational performance metrics and customer feedback. Partner with senior leaders and executives to shape strategy, transformation programmes and performance improvement initiatives. Create insight frameworks that clearly demonstrate how customer feedback influences service improvements, investment decisions and business priorities. Drive the transition from reactive reporting to proactive, strategic insight leadership. Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing Voice of the Customer and Performance team. Influence organisational culture, promoting evidence-based and customer-led decision-making across the business. Present compelling customer narratives and insights that influence Executive and Board-level discussions. About you You'll be a highly credible leader with the ability to influence at senior levels and drive lasting organisational change. You'll bring: Proven experience in Voice of the Customer, Customer Insight, Consumer Involvement, Strategy or related leadership roles. A proven track record of embedding customer-centric approaches and VoC frameworks across large organisations. Experience operating within a regulated environment, with strong understanding of Consumer Involvement and regulatory expectations. Demonstrable success influencing senior leadership teams and shaping strategic direction. Experience bringing together multiple data sources to create meaningful and actionable customer insight. Strong experience developing and leading multidisciplinary insight, customer experience or VoC teams. Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, customer insight and behavioural analysis. Experience using customer insight and analytics platforms such as Qualtrics, Power BI or similar. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to link customer insight directly to business performance and customer outcomes. Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience. Ready to make a difference? Join us as our Head of Voice of the Customer a nd help create a workplace where people thrive. We believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. As our Head of Voice of the Customer, you'll enjoy: Competitive Salary - Reflective of your skills, experience, and expertise. Company Car or Car Allowance - Supporting you in your role. Annual Bonus Scheme - Rewarding business and individual performance. Pension Scheme - Helping you plan and save for the future. Flexible Working Options - We support work-life balance through flexible and hybrid working arrangements where possible. Employee Assistance Programme - Providing confidential support for your wellbeing. Employee Discounts - Access to exclusive discounts on a range of products and services. Generous Annual Leave - Giving you time to rest, recharge, and spend time doing what matters most. Closing Date: 25th September 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process. Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness. Our core values, which are essential to our success, are: Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on. Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way. Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
Head of Data & Analytics ADS Group and Farnborough International are embarking on an exciting phase of digital and data transformation and are seeking an experienced Head of Data & Analytics to lead the next stage of this journey. As the UK's trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors, ADS supports around 2,000 businesses and, together with Farnborough International, delivers world-class events, market intelligence and business support services. The Group is investing significantly in its data capability, placing data, analytics and AI at the heart of strategic decision-making. The Role Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this is a highly visible leadership role responsible for defining and delivering the Group-wide data and analytics strategy. You will lead the development of a modern enterprise data platform, establish robust data governance and quality frameworks, and create a self-service analytics environment that enables colleagues across the business to make informed, data-driven decisions. This is a unique opportunity to shape how data is used across ADS Group and Farnborough International. Acting as both a strategic leader and a hands-on technical expert, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure data is recognised and leveraged as a strategic business asset. You will oversee the Group's analytics roadmap, reporting ecosystem, data architecture and AI initiatives, while championing a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement. You will lead and develop the Data & Analytics team, build strong relationships across the organisation, and identify opportunities to drive operational efficiency, commercial growth and organisational performance through analytics, automation and emerging technologies. The Candidate We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded data leader with significant experience leading enterprise data and analytics functions. You will have a strong track record of delivering modern cloud-based data platforms and possess expertise across data engineering, architecture, governance and analytics. Experience with Microsoft Azure, Databricks, SQL and Python is essential, alongside a strong understanding of data warehousing, data modelling and information lifecycle management. You will be equally comfortable discussing strategy with executive leaders as you are leading technical conversations with specialists. Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills are critical, as is the ability to translate complex business challenges into practical, value-driven data solutions. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and inspiring leader with experience developing high-performing teams and delivering meaningful business outcomes through data. Experience with Power BI, AI and machine learning solutions, DBT, Terraform or relevant Microsoft and Azure certifications would be advantageous. The Contract Permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working arrangement with attendance at our Farnborough office three days per week. Regular travel to our London office as required. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer as part of the Data & Technology leadership
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Head of Data & Analytics ADS Group and Farnborough International are embarking on an exciting phase of digital and data transformation and are seeking an experienced Head of Data & Analytics to lead the next stage of this journey. As the UK's trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors, ADS supports around 2,000 businesses and, together with Farnborough International, delivers world-class events, market intelligence and business support services. The Group is investing significantly in its data capability, placing data, analytics and AI at the heart of strategic decision-making. The Role Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this is a highly visible leadership role responsible for defining and delivering the Group-wide data and analytics strategy. You will lead the development of a modern enterprise data platform, establish robust data governance and quality frameworks, and create a self-service analytics environment that enables colleagues across the business to make informed, data-driven decisions. This is a unique opportunity to shape how data is used across ADS Group and Farnborough International. Acting as both a strategic leader and a hands-on technical expert, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure data is recognised and leveraged as a strategic business asset. You will oversee the Group's analytics roadmap, reporting ecosystem, data architecture and AI initiatives, while championing a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement. You will lead and develop the Data & Analytics team, build strong relationships across the organisation, and identify opportunities to drive operational efficiency, commercial growth and organisational performance through analytics, automation and emerging technologies. The Candidate We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded data leader with significant experience leading enterprise data and analytics functions. You will have a strong track record of delivering modern cloud-based data platforms and possess expertise across data engineering, architecture, governance and analytics. Experience with Microsoft Azure, Databricks, SQL and Python is essential, alongside a strong understanding of data warehousing, data modelling and information lifecycle management. You will be equally comfortable discussing strategy with executive leaders as you are leading technical conversations with specialists. Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills are critical, as is the ability to translate complex business challenges into practical, value-driven data solutions. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and inspiring leader with experience developing high-performing teams and delivering meaningful business outcomes through data. Experience with Power BI, AI and machine learning solutions, DBT, Terraform or relevant Microsoft and Azure certifications would be advantageous. The Contract Permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working arrangement with attendance at our Farnborough office three days per week. Regular travel to our London office as required. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer as part of the Data & Technology leadership
Lawrence Recruitment is partnering with a rapidly growing premium drinks SME to appoint a commercially minded, data-driven marketing leader in London. The role owns brand and digital strategy within a fast-paced, high-growth environment, reporting into the senior leadership team to drive next-phase growth. You will oversee brand guardianship, full-funnel marketing, D2C & digital oversight, and trade marketing, while building scalable systems and leading a high-performing team across Brand,
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Lawrence Recruitment is partnering with a rapidly growing premium drinks SME to appoint a commercially minded, data-driven marketing leader in London. The role owns brand and digital strategy within a fast-paced, high-growth environment, reporting into the senior leadership team to drive next-phase growth. You will oversee brand guardianship, full-funnel marketing, D2C & digital oversight, and trade marketing, while building scalable systems and leading a high-performing team across Brand,
(Y)Our Opportunity Are you an exceptional secondary leader with the vision to drive rapid educational transformation? Thomas Bennett Community College is seeking a dynamic Headteacher to provide high-impact, visible leadership during an exciting period of transition and school improvement. As an executive leader within Kemnal, one of the South East's leading Multi-Academy Trusts, you will shape the strategic direction, elevate academic standards, and cultivate an inclusive, high-aspiring culture across the school community. What You Will Do Drive Strategic Excellence: Implement a sharp, evidence-based school improvement strategy to raise outcomes rapidly and ensure the school remains inspection-ready at all times. Empower & Innovate: Lead, develop, and inspire senior leaders and teaching staff, embedding a "high challenge, high support" accountability model and robust CPD pathways. Champion Safeguarding & Culture: Model exemplary leadership, fostering a calm, safe, and welcoming environment for both staff and students. Collaborate Across Kemnal: Leverage the collective power, resources, and expertise of the wider Trust network to bring outstanding practice directly into the classroom. Engage the Community: Act as a confident ambassador, strengthening relationships with parents, local partners, and stakeholders to boost parental confidence and student ambition. Who We Are Looking For We are seeking a proven, resilient, and emotionally intelligent leader who brings: Proven Track Record: Experience as a Secondary Headteacher with a demonstrable history of school improvement-ideally taking a school from Requires Improvement or Inadequate to Good or better. Diagnostic Vision: The ability to perform forensic data analysis, identify performance gaps, and execute immediate, high-impact interventions. Inspirational Leadership: QTS and a degree, paired with dynamic energy, a collaborative leadership style, and a genuine passion for transforming lives in challenging contexts. Financial & Operational Acumen: Expertise in budget management, staff retention strategies, and maintaining strong governance relationships. Why Join Kemnal? As part of Kemnal, investing in your well-being and career development is a top priority. We are dedicated to making Thomas Bennett Community College an employer of choice and an educational hub where everyone thrives. What We Offer: Professional Growth & Support: Excellent ongoing CPD, structured career development, and vast promotion opportunities across our large Trust network. Dedicated coaching and mentoring from Kemnal's experienced leadership team. A comprehensive, tailored induction programme. The opportunity to drive exciting educational development and innovative change in a friendly and supportive environment. Health & Well-being Focus: Headspace Subscription: Free, full access to the leading well-being and mindfulness app. Mindfulness Programme: Free 8-week mindfulness course (8 x 90-minute, out-of-hours sessions). Employee Assistance Programme: Free, confidential 24/7 advice covering physical health, mental health, and financial support. Free Eye Tests. Perks & Financial Benefits: Blue Light Discount Scheme: Exclusive savings on shopping, dining, travel, and lifestyle brands. Cycle to Work Scheme: Spread the cost of a new bike for a healthier, more sustainable commute. Safeguarding Kemnal is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Flexible working Kemnal recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In Kemnal we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance. Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward. Access to interview Be Who You Are at Kemnal- should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
(Y)Our Opportunity Are you an exceptional secondary leader with the vision to drive rapid educational transformation? Thomas Bennett Community College is seeking a dynamic Headteacher to provide high-impact, visible leadership during an exciting period of transition and school improvement. As an executive leader within Kemnal, one of the South East's leading Multi-Academy Trusts, you will shape the strategic direction, elevate academic standards, and cultivate an inclusive, high-aspiring culture across the school community. What You Will Do Drive Strategic Excellence: Implement a sharp, evidence-based school improvement strategy to raise outcomes rapidly and ensure the school remains inspection-ready at all times. Empower & Innovate: Lead, develop, and inspire senior leaders and teaching staff, embedding a "high challenge, high support" accountability model and robust CPD pathways. Champion Safeguarding & Culture: Model exemplary leadership, fostering a calm, safe, and welcoming environment for both staff and students. Collaborate Across Kemnal: Leverage the collective power, resources, and expertise of the wider Trust network to bring outstanding practice directly into the classroom. Engage the Community: Act as a confident ambassador, strengthening relationships with parents, local partners, and stakeholders to boost parental confidence and student ambition. Who We Are Looking For We are seeking a proven, resilient, and emotionally intelligent leader who brings: Proven Track Record: Experience as a Secondary Headteacher with a demonstrable history of school improvement-ideally taking a school from Requires Improvement or Inadequate to Good or better. Diagnostic Vision: The ability to perform forensic data analysis, identify performance gaps, and execute immediate, high-impact interventions. Inspirational Leadership: QTS and a degree, paired with dynamic energy, a collaborative leadership style, and a genuine passion for transforming lives in challenging contexts. Financial & Operational Acumen: Expertise in budget management, staff retention strategies, and maintaining strong governance relationships. Why Join Kemnal? As part of Kemnal, investing in your well-being and career development is a top priority. We are dedicated to making Thomas Bennett Community College an employer of choice and an educational hub where everyone thrives. What We Offer: Professional Growth & Support: Excellent ongoing CPD, structured career development, and vast promotion opportunities across our large Trust network. Dedicated coaching and mentoring from Kemnal's experienced leadership team. A comprehensive, tailored induction programme. The opportunity to drive exciting educational development and innovative change in a friendly and supportive environment. Health & Well-being Focus: Headspace Subscription: Free, full access to the leading well-being and mindfulness app. Mindfulness Programme: Free 8-week mindfulness course (8 x 90-minute, out-of-hours sessions). Employee Assistance Programme: Free, confidential 24/7 advice covering physical health, mental health, and financial support. Free Eye Tests. Perks & Financial Benefits: Blue Light Discount Scheme: Exclusive savings on shopping, dining, travel, and lifestyle brands. Cycle to Work Scheme: Spread the cost of a new bike for a healthier, more sustainable commute. Safeguarding Kemnal is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Flexible working Kemnal recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In Kemnal we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance. Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward. Access to interview Be Who You Are at Kemnal- should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Managing Director Location: UK / Hybrid - 2/3 days in our London office Salary: £170,000+ DoE per annum + Excellent Benefits Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 30 Days Annual Leave, Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Performance-Related Bonus, Life Assurance, Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources. Why Do We Want You This is an opportunity to lead one of the most respected information businesses in the global insurance market. As Managing Director of Axco, part of Wilmington plc, you'll take full responsibility for the performance, strategy and growth of a business trusted by insurers, brokers and reinsurers around the world. With complete P&L accountability, you'll lead a team of recognised industry experts and help shape the next phase of Axco's success. We're looking for a commercially driven leader who can build on Axco's strong market position and identify new opportunities for growth. You'll strengthen customer relationships, drive product innovation, expand into new markets and ensure the business continues to deliver the high-quality insight our customers rely on. You'll work closely with teams across the business to create a culture where commercial ambition and specialist expertise go hand in hand. You'll inspire people, make confident decisions and ensure Axco continues to grow as a trusted, market-leading brand within Wilmington plc. If you're an experienced commercial leader who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, and you're excited by the challenge of growing a respected specialist business, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington plc's career site. At Wilmington plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked "apply"! You will be responsible for: • Owning Axco's global commercial performance and strategic direction, with full P&L accountability for revenue growth, profitability, forecasting, pricing, cost management, and sustainable expansion across international markets. • Delivering a balanced growth strategy across customer retention (c.95%+), new business acquisition, pricing optimisation, cross-sell/upsell, and expansion into new customer segments, geographies, and adjacent markets, including key growth markets such as the US. • Acting as executive sponsor for product management and innovation, driving a commercially robust product pipeline, product-led growth, and deeper customer engagement to strengthen Axco's competitive position. • Leading global sales, marketing, and go-to-market execution, ensuring strong alignment across product, marketing, and commercial teams to drive new logo acquisition and maximise growth across the existing portfolio. • Overseeing the commercial success of Axco's broader portfolio, including its conferences, awards, and market engagement initiatives. • Leading and developing a c.50-person organisation, providing direct leadership to senior functional heads while fostering a high-performance, commercially focused, and inclusive culture. • Partnering closely with Wilmington Group shared services and report to the Executive Committee, ensuring effective execution, governance, risk management, and compliance across the business. What's the Best Thing About This Role You'll lead a business with a respected global brand, loyal customers, market-leading expertise and a team that genuinely cares about the quality of its work. The opportunity is here to take that strong foundation and accelerate growth. You'll have the freedom and backing to shape strategy, drive commercial performance, bring new products to market and identify new opportunities for expansion, all while leading a business that plays an important role in the global insurance industry. What's the Most Challenging Thing About This Role You'll be taking a successful and highly regarded business to its next stage of growth. You'll need to balance short-term commercial results with longer-term transformation, increasing revenue and strengthening performance while preserving the expertise, credibility and customer trust that Axco has built over many years. To be successful in this role, you must have: • Significant years of insurance industry expertise. • Proven general management experience as a Managing Director, General Manager, or senior divisional leader with full commercial accountability. • Strong commercial acumen, including experience driving growth in subscription-based business models and delivering against clear targets. • Demonstrated ability to develop and scale new products in response to customer and market needs. • Track record of product diversification within or to the insurance industry. • Track record of delivering high growth >20%. • Experience operating effectively within a group or shared services environment. • Hands-on leadership approach, combining strategic thinking with operational delivery and people leadership. To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Background combining both insurance market expertise with technology enabled or data driven business models (e.g. InsurTech). • Experience leading internationally focused businesses with a significant US customer presence. • Exposure to events or community-led revenue models alongside subscriptions. We know it's not a skill, but the succe
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Managing Director Location: UK / Hybrid - 2/3 days in our London office Salary: £170,000+ DoE per annum + Excellent Benefits Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 30 Days Annual Leave, Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Performance-Related Bonus, Life Assurance, Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources. Why Do We Want You This is an opportunity to lead one of the most respected information businesses in the global insurance market. As Managing Director of Axco, part of Wilmington plc, you'll take full responsibility for the performance, strategy and growth of a business trusted by insurers, brokers and reinsurers around the world. With complete P&L accountability, you'll lead a team of recognised industry experts and help shape the next phase of Axco's success. We're looking for a commercially driven leader who can build on Axco's strong market position and identify new opportunities for growth. You'll strengthen customer relationships, drive product innovation, expand into new markets and ensure the business continues to deliver the high-quality insight our customers rely on. You'll work closely with teams across the business to create a culture where commercial ambition and specialist expertise go hand in hand. You'll inspire people, make confident decisions and ensure Axco continues to grow as a trusted, market-leading brand within Wilmington plc. If you're an experienced commercial leader who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, and you're excited by the challenge of growing a respected specialist business, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington plc's career site. At Wilmington plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked "apply"! You will be responsible for: • Owning Axco's global commercial performance and strategic direction, with full P&L accountability for revenue growth, profitability, forecasting, pricing, cost management, and sustainable expansion across international markets. • Delivering a balanced growth strategy across customer retention (c.95%+), new business acquisition, pricing optimisation, cross-sell/upsell, and expansion into new customer segments, geographies, and adjacent markets, including key growth markets such as the US. • Acting as executive sponsor for product management and innovation, driving a commercially robust product pipeline, product-led growth, and deeper customer engagement to strengthen Axco's competitive position. • Leading global sales, marketing, and go-to-market execution, ensuring strong alignment across product, marketing, and commercial teams to drive new logo acquisition and maximise growth across the existing portfolio. • Overseeing the commercial success of Axco's broader portfolio, including its conferences, awards, and market engagement initiatives. • Leading and developing a c.50-person organisation, providing direct leadership to senior functional heads while fostering a high-performance, commercially focused, and inclusive culture. • Partnering closely with Wilmington Group shared services and report to the Executive Committee, ensuring effective execution, governance, risk management, and compliance across the business. What's the Best Thing About This Role You'll lead a business with a respected global brand, loyal customers, market-leading expertise and a team that genuinely cares about the quality of its work. The opportunity is here to take that strong foundation and accelerate growth. You'll have the freedom and backing to shape strategy, drive commercial performance, bring new products to market and identify new opportunities for expansion, all while leading a business that plays an important role in the global insurance industry. What's the Most Challenging Thing About This Role You'll be taking a successful and highly regarded business to its next stage of growth. You'll need to balance short-term commercial results with longer-term transformation, increasing revenue and strengthening performance while preserving the expertise, credibility and customer trust that Axco has built over many years. To be successful in this role, you must have: • Significant years of insurance industry expertise. • Proven general management experience as a Managing Director, General Manager, or senior divisional leader with full commercial accountability. • Strong commercial acumen, including experience driving growth in subscription-based business models and delivering against clear targets. • Demonstrated ability to develop and scale new products in response to customer and market needs. • Track record of product diversification within or to the insurance industry. • Track record of delivering high growth >20%. • Experience operating effectively within a group or shared services environment. • Hands-on leadership approach, combining strategic thinking with operational delivery and people leadership. To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Background combining both insurance market expertise with technology enabled or data driven business models (e.g. InsurTech). • Experience leading internationally focused businesses with a significant US customer presence. • Exposure to events or community-led revenue models alongside subscriptions. We know it's not a skill, but the succe
Marketplace Manager - EU & UK Box Recruitment Solutions are currently recruiting for an award-winning UK and European supplier of licensed homeware and soft furnishings , working with some of the biggest and most recognised brands in the industry. We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Marketplace Manager - EU & UK to join the business at an exciting stage of its growth. The successful candidate will have significant ownership across sales, margin, pricing, promotions, assortment and stock , with the opportunity to make a major impact on the company's international marketplace growth. The Opportunity The business has an established UK & European expansion strategy and is looking for an experienced marketplace professional who can take that strategy and execute it commercially across the EU . Take full commercial ownership of marketplace performance across the UK and Europe. Manage and grow the existing UK marketplace business. Lead the launch and development of new European marketplace channels. Drive sales, revenue and profitability across all marketplace activity. Take ownership of P&L and margin performance. Manage pricing, promotions, assortment and stock strategy. Develop marketplace trading plans and forecasts. Identify opportunities to increase sales and profitability across existing channels. Execute the company's European marketplace expansion strategy. Launch new marketplaces and territories throughout Europe. Build strong commercial relationships with marketplace partners. Analyse marketplace performance and use data to identify opportunities and drive decision-making. Work closely with internal teams including sales, marketing, product, operations, finance and supply chain. Manage marketplace activity through systems including Rithum and Business Central. Monitor competitor activity, market trends and marketplace developments. Provide regular commercial reporting and performance analysis. Essential experience: Proven marketplace management experience. Experience within home, homeware, lifestyle, consumer goods or licensed products would be highly desirable. This is a role for an experienced marketplace professional who understands the commercial side of marketplace trading. Strong UK marketplace experience (Amazon would be a bonus) Proven European marketplace experience. Experience launching and growing new marketplaces or marketplace channels. Experience working across multiple marketplace platforms. The ability to develop and execute marketplace growth strategies. . Package Hybrid working three days Office Two days at home Free parking Flexible office Hours INDD
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Marketplace Manager - EU & UK Box Recruitment Solutions are currently recruiting for an award-winning UK and European supplier of licensed homeware and soft furnishings , working with some of the biggest and most recognised brands in the industry. We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Marketplace Manager - EU & UK to join the business at an exciting stage of its growth. The successful candidate will have significant ownership across sales, margin, pricing, promotions, assortment and stock , with the opportunity to make a major impact on the company's international marketplace growth. The Opportunity The business has an established UK & European expansion strategy and is looking for an experienced marketplace professional who can take that strategy and execute it commercially across the EU . Take full commercial ownership of marketplace performance across the UK and Europe. Manage and grow the existing UK marketplace business. Lead the launch and development of new European marketplace channels. Drive sales, revenue and profitability across all marketplace activity. Take ownership of P&L and margin performance. Manage pricing, promotions, assortment and stock strategy. Develop marketplace trading plans and forecasts. Identify opportunities to increase sales and profitability across existing channels. Execute the company's European marketplace expansion strategy. Launch new marketplaces and territories throughout Europe. Build strong commercial relationships with marketplace partners. Analyse marketplace performance and use data to identify opportunities and drive decision-making. Work closely with internal teams including sales, marketing, product, operations, finance and supply chain. Manage marketplace activity through systems including Rithum and Business Central. Monitor competitor activity, market trends and marketplace developments. Provide regular commercial reporting and performance analysis. Essential experience: Proven marketplace management experience. Experience within home, homeware, lifestyle, consumer goods or licensed products would be highly desirable. This is a role for an experienced marketplace professional who understands the commercial side of marketplace trading. Strong UK marketplace experience (Amazon would be a bonus) Proven European marketplace experience. Experience launching and growing new marketplaces or marketplace channels. Experience working across multiple marketplace platforms. The ability to develop and execute marketplace growth strategies. . Package Hybrid working three days Office Two days at home Free parking Flexible office Hours INDD
Your New Company Our client is a leading engineering and services organisation based in Cardiff, providing specialist maintenance, overhaul and engineering solutions to customers across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, safety and operational excellence, the business continues to invest in its people, processes and supplier partnerships to support future growth. Your New Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the Procurement and Stores functions within a fast-paced engineering environment.Reporting to the Head of Procurement, Planning & Logistics, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective sourcing, procurement and availability of materials, goods and services to support operational requirements. You will lead procurement strategy development, enhance supplier performance, deliver commercial value and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the function. Lead, coach and develop the Procurement and Stores teams, creating a high-performing culture focused on accountability, collaboration and service excellence. Develop and implement procurement and category strategies aligned to business and operational objectives. Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and driving improvements in cost, quality and delivery performance. Manage the end-to-end procurement process for direct and indirect spend categories. Ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently to support production schedules and customer commitments. Analyse supplier, spend and inventory data to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements. Maintain compliance with procurement policies, governance procedures and relevant industry regulations. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and stores operations, supporting process optimisation and digitalisation. Collaborate closely with engineering, planning, production, finance and other key stakeholders to ensure business requirements are met. What You'll Need to Succeed Proven experience in a Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Senior Procurement Specialist or similar procurement leadership role. Previous experience within engineering, manufacturing, heavy industry or a comparable technical environment. Strong experience in supplier sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier relationship management. Demonstrable experience leading and developing procurement and/or stores teams. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to deliver measurable cost and performance improvements. Experience managing inventory, supply chain and procurement processes. Excellent analytical, stakeholder management and communication skills. A proactive approach with the ability to drive change and continuous improvement within an operational environment. What You'll Get in Return A salary of 48k, plus benefits Opportunity to lead an established procurement and stores function. Career development within a growing engineering organisation. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Opportunity to play a key role in driving procurement excellence and operational performance. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, please apply with your updated CV or contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career.If this opportunity is not quite right for you but you are considering a move, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities available within procurement and supply chain. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Your New Company Our client is a leading engineering and services organisation based in Cardiff, providing specialist maintenance, overhaul and engineering solutions to customers across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, safety and operational excellence, the business continues to invest in its people, processes and supplier partnerships to support future growth. Your New Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the Procurement and Stores functions within a fast-paced engineering environment.Reporting to the Head of Procurement, Planning & Logistics, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective sourcing, procurement and availability of materials, goods and services to support operational requirements. You will lead procurement strategy development, enhance supplier performance, deliver commercial value and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the function. Lead, coach and develop the Procurement and Stores teams, creating a high-performing culture focused on accountability, collaboration and service excellence. Develop and implement procurement and category strategies aligned to business and operational objectives. Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and driving improvements in cost, quality and delivery performance. Manage the end-to-end procurement process for direct and indirect spend categories. Ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently to support production schedules and customer commitments. Analyse supplier, spend and inventory data to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements. Maintain compliance with procurement policies, governance procedures and relevant industry regulations. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and stores operations, supporting process optimisation and digitalisation. Collaborate closely with engineering, planning, production, finance and other key stakeholders to ensure business requirements are met. What You'll Need to Succeed Proven experience in a Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Senior Procurement Specialist or similar procurement leadership role. Previous experience within engineering, manufacturing, heavy industry or a comparable technical environment. Strong experience in supplier sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier relationship management. Demonstrable experience leading and developing procurement and/or stores teams. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to deliver measurable cost and performance improvements. Experience managing inventory, supply chain and procurement processes. Excellent analytical, stakeholder management and communication skills. A proactive approach with the ability to drive change and continuous improvement within an operational environment. What You'll Get in Return A salary of 48k, plus benefits Opportunity to lead an established procurement and stores function. Career development within a growing engineering organisation. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Opportunity to play a key role in driving procurement excellence and operational performance. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, please apply with your updated CV or contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career.If this opportunity is not quite right for you but you are considering a move, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities available within procurement and supply chain. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Interim Head of HR 12 month maternity cover Must have payroll experience Interim Head of HR Maternity cover Must have payroll experience Role Purpose To lead the HR function and deliver a comprehensive HR service to the business by supporting and delivering on multiple projects encompassing all areas of the employee life cycle that drives forward the business objectives and HR strategy. To provide fair and consistent processes for all HR related matters in accordance with employment legislation and best practice. Working closely with the UK management team and Group HR functions to implement and execute human resource solutions to support overall strategic aims and objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide generalist HR advice, coaching and support to managers and employees Manage the monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payments and compliance with statutory requirements. Lead employee relations matters including absence, performance, conduct, grievance, capability and organisational change Develop, review and maintain HR policies, procedures, contracts and related documentation Manage recruitment and selection activities, ensuring fair, effective and cost-efficient processes Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, probation, development and offboarding Manage pay reviews, bonus administration and employee benefits Support employee engagement, wellbeing, inclusion and development initiatives Manage training and development programmes in line with business needs Maintain accurate HR records and HRIS data, ensuring GDPR and data protection compliance Produce regular and ad hoc HR reports and provide analysis to support business decisions Lead and deliver HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives Build effective relationships with managers, employees and external stakeholders Provide commercially focused HR recommendations to senior management Ensure HR practices remain legally compliant, fair, consistent and aligned with best practice Lead and support the HR team, promoting high performance, collaboration and professional standards. Knowledge & Experience Proven experience in an HR Manager or senior HR generalist role. Proven experience in payroll is essential. Extensive employee relations experience and practical knowledge of UK employment law. Experience managing recruitment across a range of levels. Experience managing HR systems/databases and maintaining accurate employee records. Experience handling confidential and sensitive information. CIPD qualification or equivalent preferred. Strong understanding of GDPR and data protection requirements.
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Interim Head of HR 12 month maternity cover Must have payroll experience Interim Head of HR Maternity cover Must have payroll experience Role Purpose To lead the HR function and deliver a comprehensive HR service to the business by supporting and delivering on multiple projects encompassing all areas of the employee life cycle that drives forward the business objectives and HR strategy. To provide fair and consistent processes for all HR related matters in accordance with employment legislation and best practice. Working closely with the UK management team and Group HR functions to implement and execute human resource solutions to support overall strategic aims and objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide generalist HR advice, coaching and support to managers and employees Manage the monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payments and compliance with statutory requirements. Lead employee relations matters including absence, performance, conduct, grievance, capability and organisational change Develop, review and maintain HR policies, procedures, contracts and related documentation Manage recruitment and selection activities, ensuring fair, effective and cost-efficient processes Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, probation, development and offboarding Manage pay reviews, bonus administration and employee benefits Support employee engagement, wellbeing, inclusion and development initiatives Manage training and development programmes in line with business needs Maintain accurate HR records and HRIS data, ensuring GDPR and data protection compliance Produce regular and ad hoc HR reports and provide analysis to support business decisions Lead and deliver HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives Build effective relationships with managers, employees and external stakeholders Provide commercially focused HR recommendations to senior management Ensure HR practices remain legally compliant, fair, consistent and aligned with best practice Lead and support the HR team, promoting high performance, collaboration and professional standards. Knowledge & Experience Proven experience in an HR Manager or senior HR generalist role. Proven experience in payroll is essential. Extensive employee relations experience and practical knowledge of UK employment law. Experience managing recruitment across a range of levels. Experience managing HR systems/databases and maintaining accurate employee records. Experience handling confidential and sensitive information. CIPD qualification or equivalent preferred. Strong understanding of GDPR and data protection requirements.
