Head of Event Operations £50,000 - £60,000 Base + Bonus Hybrid Oxfordshire Leading b2b events business seeks a highly talented Head of Operations to join their team working across their leading conferences, exhibitions and networking events. The Head of Operations will be an experienced manager coaching and developing Operations Managers and Operations Coordinators in the delivery of their allocated events as well as planning their own events. They will be responsible for overseeing and executing their portfolio of events within an industry leading portfolio and will have complete operational management, including full budgetary control whilst maximising portfolio profitability. Profile Required: Head of Operations An established track record of delivering international, large scale and complex b2b events - conferences / exhibitions Ideally experience running international events Technical experience from floor plan creation, rigging, health & safety, introducing creative flair to networking experiences Demonstrable experience in collaborating successfully with partners ancillary to a large-scale event (could be the city, transport, party, or other partners) Extensive experience in team management/ line management and able to demonstrate coaching and people development. Experience in venue and supplier contracting and negotiation Confident decision-making, thought leadership and a focus on finding solutions and achieving results by taking accountability and ownership of decisions made. Lipton Media is a specialist media recruitment agency based in London. We specialise in all forms of b2b media sales including conferences, exhibitions, awards, summits, publishing, digital, outdoor, TV, radio and business intelligence. Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Head of Event Operations £50,000 - £60,000 Base + Bonus Hybrid Oxfordshire Leading b2b events business seeks a highly talented Head of Operations to join their team working across their leading conferences, exhibitions and networking events. The Head of Operations will be an experienced manager coaching and developing Operations Managers and Operations Coordinators in the delivery of their allocated events as well as planning their own events. They will be responsible for overseeing and executing their portfolio of events within an industry leading portfolio and will have complete operational management, including full budgetary control whilst maximising portfolio profitability. Profile Required: Head of Operations An established track record of delivering international, large scale and complex b2b events - conferences / exhibitions Ideally experience running international events Technical experience from floor plan creation, rigging, health & safety, introducing creative flair to networking experiences Demonstrable experience in collaborating successfully with partners ancillary to a large-scale event (could be the city, transport, party, or other partners) Extensive experience in team management/ line management and able to demonstrate coaching and people development. Experience in venue and supplier contracting and negotiation Confident decision-making, thought leadership and a focus on finding solutions and achieving results by taking accountability and ownership of decisions made. Lipton Media is a specialist media recruitment agency based in London. We specialise in all forms of b2b media sales including conferences, exhibitions, awards, summits, publishing, digital, outdoor, TV, radio and business intelligence. Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.
Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Senior Design Manager - Cambridge 85,000 + Package (Dependent on Experience) Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager looking to lead a technically challenging refurbishment and extension project? Do you thrive in complex structural environments where coordination, leadership, and precision matter? Ready to take ownership of a major scheme entering a key design and delivery phase? A leading main contractor is seeking a Senior Design Manager to take responsibility for a CAT A office fit out in Cambridge. The project is currently in the PCSA period with the design stages already underway creating a fast?paced environment that requires a confident, organised and technically strong design lead. This scheme includes significant structural reconfiguration and groundworks, meaning the successful candidate must have demonstrable experience managing complex structural and enabling works. You will act as the driving force behind design coordination, technical assurance, consultant management and programme control throughout the pre?construction and delivery stages. What We're Looking For Proven Senior Design Manager experience, or a Design Manager ready to step up, with 7+ years in a UK main contracting environment. Strong working knowledge of architectural, structural and MEP design processes. Excellent understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning procedures and construction methods. Familiarity with BIM and digital coordination tools (Navisworks, Revit, ACC). Confident leader with excellent communication and team?management capability. Commercially aware, with solid understanding of cost plans and change control. Able to use Asta Powerproject and manage design programmes. Comfortable chairing technical meetings, negotiating with consultants and managing project risk. Package Salary around 85,000 , dependent on experience. Full benefits package available. Opportunity to lead a high-profile, technically challenging central Cambridge development. For more details, contact Vekshana . Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Design Manager - Cambridge 85,000 + Package (Dependent on Experience) Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager looking to lead a technically challenging refurbishment and extension project? Do you thrive in complex structural environments where coordination, leadership, and precision matter? Ready to take ownership of a major scheme entering a key design and delivery phase? A leading main contractor is seeking a Senior Design Manager to take responsibility for a CAT A office fit out in Cambridge. The project is currently in the PCSA period with the design stages already underway creating a fast?paced environment that requires a confident, organised and technically strong design lead. This scheme includes significant structural reconfiguration and groundworks, meaning the successful candidate must have demonstrable experience managing complex structural and enabling works. You will act as the driving force behind design coordination, technical assurance, consultant management and programme control throughout the pre?construction and delivery stages. What We're Looking For Proven Senior Design Manager experience, or a Design Manager ready to step up, with 7+ years in a UK main contracting environment. Strong working knowledge of architectural, structural and MEP design processes. Excellent understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning procedures and construction methods. Familiarity with BIM and digital coordination tools (Navisworks, Revit, ACC). Confident leader with excellent communication and team?management capability. Commercially aware, with solid understanding of cost plans and change control. Able to use Asta Powerproject and manage design programmes. Comfortable chairing technical meetings, negotiating with consultants and managing project risk. Package Salary around 85,000 , dependent on experience. Full benefits package available. Opportunity to lead a high-profile, technically challenging central Cambridge development. For more details, contact Vekshana . Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Senior / Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer page is loaded Senior / Principal Electrical Building Services Engineerlocations: GB.Manchester.Piccadilly: GB.Glasgow.2 Atlantic Square York Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-148156 Job Description Overview Create places and spaces that matter. AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies, with over 50,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. Drawing upon a diverse skill set and a proven track record of delivery we are playing a leading role in some of the world's most challenging and exciting engineering projects across sectors including Aviation, Energy, Cities and Development, Education, Transportation and Defense.AtkinsRéalis' Building Design Practice are looking for an experienced, motivated Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer seeking to develop their career in a positive environment and join our team where talent is encouraged and growth opportunities unrivalled. We have openings in our new central Manchester office and Glasgow office which presents the opportunity to join a national Building Services team with designers all across the UK and internationally through our Global Technology Centre.This opportunity will involve working as part of a national practice of Building Design professionals delivering engineering design solutions to clients across the UK. This role will encompass a multi-sector experience, but expertise from working within the Commercial, Defence, Energy , Education, Healthcare sectors would be a benefit. You will be working on a diverse range of projects with recent examples including Manchester Digital Campus for the Government Property Agency, Seashell SEND college in Cheadle, New Submarine Manufacturing facilities for BAE systems and the University of Sheffield's MEP designer framework.The opportunity will require candidates to be client-facing as well as being involved in the day-to-day design and management of projects. It is an exciting opportunity for an experienced design engineer to further develop their career within a leading building design consultancy. Our Building Services Engineering team won the "Building Performance Consultancy (over 300 employees)" award at the CIBSE Building Performance Awards 2025.Energy and Carbon are an essential aspect of this position and with the rise in importance of decarbonising the built environment, improving air quality and implementing energy efficient design solutions, our team is expanding to deliver sustainable solutions for our growing portfolio of satisfied clients.Our focus is on developing our staff to realise their full potential, with development plans geared to individual needs and abilities. This role will allow development of existing technical skills as well as providing potential to expand digital skills and project management.Our Practice is committed to developing our ways of working using emerging Digital Technology and the global reach offered by an organization of our size and capability. Our ideal individual will bring strong technical skills to the role, as well as an enquiring mind able to contribute to the growth of our digital practice, and the potential to lead and manage diverse delivery teams, locally and remotely. Your role The role of can be varied depending on projects and although not limited, duties are likely to include: Undertake the design and specification of all Electrical Building Services systems from concept through to detailed design - power, earthing, lighting, life safety, telecoms, security, access control, lifts, lightning protection etc. Carry out and support others, in the production of detailed calculations using industry standard software tools including Excel, Amtech, Dialux/Relux. Preparing technical specifications, design reports and presentations. Collaborate with our BIM team to prepare models and drawings, with a working understanding of Revit. Representing AtkinsRéalis at meetings with clients and other professionals. Condition surveys, inspections and monitoring of installation and commissioning. Managing own workload, Ensure projects are delivered excellently with agreed deadlines and budgets. Assist with technical development of junior team members. About you Relevant experience of Building Services Engineering and an interest in design excellence for building design. A natural curiosity and an interest in exploring the new ways of working. Degree qualified, or equivalent qualification, in Building Services Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related subjects. Working towards, or a Chartered Member of IET, CIBSE or equivalent body. Working experience of common calculation software such as Amtech/Prodesign, Dialux/Relux, NBS and Microsoft packages. Knowledge of High Voltage design tools would also be beneficial. Detailed knowledge of UK technical standards and codes of practice. Familiar with energy reduction methods and approaches to decarbonising new and existing buildings. Understanding of energy and carbon related data capture and analytics. Competent in designing for measurement and verification, including experience of commissioning and post installation evaluation of performance. Reward & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. About AtkinsRéalisWe're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Senior / Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer page is loaded Senior / Principal Electrical Building Services Engineerlocations: GB.Manchester.Piccadilly: GB.Glasgow.2 Atlantic Square York Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-148156 Job Description Overview Create places and spaces that matter. AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies, with over 50,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. Drawing upon a diverse skill set and a proven track record of delivery we are playing a leading role in some of the world's most challenging and exciting engineering projects across sectors including Aviation, Energy, Cities and Development, Education, Transportation and Defense.AtkinsRéalis' Building Design Practice are looking for an experienced, motivated Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer seeking to develop their career in a positive environment and join our team where talent is encouraged and growth opportunities unrivalled. We have openings in our new central Manchester office and Glasgow office which presents the opportunity to join a national Building Services team with designers all across the UK and internationally through our Global Technology Centre.This opportunity will involve working as part of a national practice of Building Design professionals delivering engineering design solutions to clients across the UK. This role will encompass a multi-sector experience, but expertise from working within the Commercial, Defence, Energy , Education, Healthcare sectors would be a benefit. You will be working on a diverse range of projects with recent examples including Manchester Digital Campus for the Government Property Agency, Seashell SEND college in Cheadle, New Submarine Manufacturing facilities for BAE systems and the University of Sheffield's MEP designer framework.The opportunity will require candidates to be client-facing as well as being involved in the day-to-day design and management of projects. It is an exciting opportunity for an experienced design engineer to further develop their career within a leading building design consultancy. Our Building Services Engineering team won the "Building Performance Consultancy (over 300 employees)" award at the CIBSE Building Performance Awards 2025.Energy and Carbon are an essential aspect of this position and with the rise in importance of decarbonising the built environment, improving air quality and implementing energy efficient design solutions, our team is expanding to deliver sustainable solutions for our growing portfolio of satisfied clients.Our focus is on developing our staff to realise their full potential, with development plans geared to individual needs and abilities. This role will allow development of existing technical skills as well as providing potential to expand digital skills and project management.Our Practice is committed to developing our ways of working using emerging Digital Technology and the global reach offered by an organization of our size and capability. Our ideal individual will bring strong technical skills to the role, as well as an enquiring mind able to contribute to the growth of our digital practice, and the potential to lead and manage diverse delivery teams, locally and remotely. Your role The role of can be varied depending on projects and although not limited, duties are likely to include: Undertake the design and specification of all Electrical Building Services systems from concept through to detailed design - power, earthing, lighting, life safety, telecoms, security, access control, lifts, lightning protection etc. Carry out and support others, in the production of detailed calculations using industry standard software tools including Excel, Amtech, Dialux/Relux. Preparing technical specifications, design reports and presentations. Collaborate with our BIM team to prepare models and drawings, with a working understanding of Revit. Representing AtkinsRéalis at meetings with clients and other professionals. Condition surveys, inspections and monitoring of installation and commissioning. Managing own workload, Ensure projects are delivered excellently with agreed deadlines and budgets. Assist with technical development of junior team members. About you Relevant experience of Building Services Engineering and an interest in design excellence for building design. A natural curiosity and an interest in exploring the new ways of working. Degree qualified, or equivalent qualification, in Building Services Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related subjects. Working towards, or a Chartered Member of IET, CIBSE or equivalent body. Working experience of common calculation software such as Amtech/Prodesign, Dialux/Relux, NBS and Microsoft packages. Knowledge of High Voltage design tools would also be beneficial. Detailed knowledge of UK technical standards and codes of practice. Familiar with energy reduction methods and approaches to decarbonising new and existing buildings. Understanding of energy and carbon related data capture and analytics. Competent in designing for measurement and verification, including experience of commissioning and post installation evaluation of performance. Reward & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. About AtkinsRéalisWe're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
We are delighted to be representing a high growth Manufacturing business, based in Peterborough in their search for a Senior Finance Manager. We are seeking a qualified commercially and operationally focussed accountant to take ownership of the internal reporting, FP&A and operational finance functions. The position will play a central role across management reporting, commercial business partnering, and operational finance, supporting strategic decision-making and financial performance across the business. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise, taking ownership of the month-end close and balance sheet with the commercial insight required to partner effectively with the Executive Leadership Team, CFO and CEO. They will also bring the leadership capability to develop the finance team and drive accountability. This is a high-visibility, influential position within a fast-paced, AIM-listed FMCG business.The business is a fast-moving, team-first business where the best idea wins regardless of where it comes from. Hierarchy doesn't slow them down - collaboration does the heavy lifting. People here take full ownership of their work, from the spark of an idea all the way through to results on shelf and numbers on a page. There's no passing the baton and walking away; you see it through, you learn from it, and you make it better next time. They move quickly and adapt. If a problem needs solving, they solve it we don't wait for the perfect conditions or the perfect brief. That agility isn't just a working style, it's genuinely how we're structured: flexible in how and where we work, lean enough to make decisions fast, and trusting enough to give talented people real responsibility from day one. This is a place where curious, driven, solutions-focused people do some of their best work because they're given the space, the autonomy, and the team around them to make it happen. If you're energised by pace, motivated by ownership, and want to feel the direct impact of your work on a brand you're proud of, you'll fit right in.Strategic Financial Management and Reporting: Full ownership of the month-end close process, including management accounts, journals, overhead analysis, P&L and balance sheet preparation, and variance analysis Responsibility for group consolidation and delivery of timely, accurate management reporting to the CFO and Executive Leadership Team Drive automation and system improvement across the finance function, including ERP optimisation Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliance obligations are met, working alongside the Financial Reporting Manager Lead the annual budget process and rolling reforecast cycle, partnering with budget holders to challenge assumptions and drive rigour Deliver regular financial forecasts, updating assumptions to reflect trading performance and market conditions Provide meaningful variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year, translating numbers into clear business narrative Lead financial appraisal of capital investment proposals, including ROI analysis and post-investment review Commercial and Operational Business Partnering: - Act as the senior finance presence within Manufacturing Operations, driving financial accountability and performance improvement Own standard costing, PPV and labour variance analysis - providing robust insight to support margin management and pricing decisions Partner with the CEO and ELT to provide financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making Conduct financial appraisals of ad hoc commercial initiatives, new product development, and cost-saving programmes Direct line management of the management accounts team (currently three headcount: Management Accountant, Junior Management Accountant, Overheads Controller), coaching, stretching and retaining finance talent Represent finance credibly at senior level, including in board and investor-facing contexts where require To Apply for this role you will need to be Fully qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA - is non-negotiable - Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in a Financial Controller or equivalent roleProven track record in a product-led, manufacturing or FMCG business is strongly preferred; exposure to standard costing and manufacturing variances is a significant advantageDemonstrable experience owning an end-to-end finance function Deep technical accounting capability across financial reporting, balance sheet management and internal controlsAdvanced Excel and strong ERP proficiency (experience with manufacturing-oriented systems preferred)Ability to build, interrogate and present financial models clearly and confidently A natural business partner - able to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders, including the CEO and operational directors Strong leadership presence: able to hold a team accountable while investing genuinely in their development Commercially curious, with the instinct to connect financial data to operational reality Clear communicator who can translate complexity into insight for senior and board-level audiences Comfortable operating with pace and managing competing priorities in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
We are delighted to be representing a high growth Manufacturing business, based in Peterborough in their search for a Senior Finance Manager. We are seeking a qualified commercially and operationally focussed accountant to take ownership of the internal reporting, FP&A and operational finance functions. The position will play a central role across management reporting, commercial business partnering, and operational finance, supporting strategic decision-making and financial performance across the business. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise, taking ownership of the month-end close and balance sheet with the commercial insight required to partner effectively with the Executive Leadership Team, CFO and CEO. They will also bring the leadership capability to develop the finance team and drive accountability. This is a high-visibility, influential position within a fast-paced, AIM-listed FMCG business.The business is a fast-moving, team-first business where the best idea wins regardless of where it comes from. Hierarchy doesn't slow them down - collaboration does the heavy lifting. People here take full ownership of their work, from the spark of an idea all the way through to results on shelf and numbers on a page. There's no passing the baton and walking away; you see it through, you learn from it, and you make it better next time. They move quickly and adapt. If a problem needs solving, they solve it we don't wait for the perfect conditions or the perfect brief. That agility isn't just a working style, it's genuinely how we're structured: flexible in how and where we work, lean enough to make decisions fast, and trusting enough to give talented people real responsibility from day one. This is a place where curious, driven, solutions-focused people do some of their best work because they're given the space, the autonomy, and the team around them to make it happen. If you're energised by pace, motivated by ownership, and want to feel the direct impact of your work on a brand you're proud of, you'll fit right in.Strategic Financial Management and Reporting: Full ownership of the month-end close process, including management accounts, journals, overhead analysis, P&L and balance sheet preparation, and variance analysis Responsibility for group consolidation and delivery of timely, accurate management reporting to the CFO and Executive Leadership Team Drive automation and system improvement across the finance function, including ERP optimisation Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliance obligations are met, working alongside the Financial Reporting Manager Lead the annual budget process and rolling reforecast cycle, partnering with budget holders to challenge assumptions and drive rigour Deliver regular financial forecasts, updating assumptions to reflect trading performance and market conditions Provide meaningful variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year, translating numbers into clear business narrative Lead financial appraisal of capital investment proposals, including ROI analysis and post-investment review Commercial and Operational Business Partnering: - Act as the senior finance presence within Manufacturing Operations, driving financial accountability and performance improvement Own standard costing, PPV and labour variance analysis - providing robust insight to support margin management and pricing decisions Partner with the CEO and ELT to provide financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making Conduct financial appraisals of ad hoc commercial initiatives, new product development, and cost-saving programmes Direct line management of the management accounts team (currently three headcount: Management Accountant, Junior Management Accountant, Overheads Controller), coaching, stretching and retaining finance talent Represent finance credibly at senior level, including in board and investor-facing contexts where require To Apply for this role you will need to be Fully qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA - is non-negotiable - Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in a Financial Controller or equivalent roleProven track record in a product-led, manufacturing or FMCG business is strongly preferred; exposure to standard costing and manufacturing variances is a significant advantageDemonstrable experience owning an end-to-end finance function Deep technical accounting capability across financial reporting, balance sheet management and internal controlsAdvanced Excel and strong ERP proficiency (experience with manufacturing-oriented systems preferred)Ability to build, interrogate and present financial models clearly and confidently A natural business partner - able to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders, including the CEO and operational directors Strong leadership presence: able to hold a team accountable while investing genuinely in their development Commercially curious, with the instinct to connect financial data to operational reality Clear communicator who can translate complexity into insight for senior and board-level audiences Comfortable operating with pace and managing competing priorities in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
Full Time / 37 Hours Per Week / Permanent Part Time / 22.5 Hours Per Week / Permanent Join our Housing service team delivering a broad range of services to residents, tenants, and leaseholders. As the city's largest provider of social housing, with a portfolio of over 19,000 homes, we are committed to providing decent, good quality housing and support services. As well as supporting our tenants to pay over £100m in rent and service charges the Division deliver a multimillion-pound investment programme to our Council homes to ensure they remain in excellent condition alongside a large DLO repairs & maintenance service. Our tenancy management teams work hard to effectively manage the 19,000 tenancies and ensure that the Housing estates these are in remain a desirable place to live. We are also responsible for providing Homelessness & Hostels services to help those facing the prospect of Homelessness and meet the Council's statutory responsibilities and legal role. Housing Service are constantly striving to improve the services we deliver, and you'll play a crucial part in developing and delivering on business change, whilst continuing to ensure tenants receive high quality services. As an inspirational and dedicated leader, you'll continue to develop and sustain crucial partnership working to achieve the Divisions goals both with internal and external stakeholders. As a Head of Service in Housing, you'll be responsible for one of the core operational areas of service, working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations to ensure the housing needs of the people are met, through effective strategic management. This can involve managing major projects, monitor programmes, policies, and strategies as well as keeping up to date with best practice, new legislation, and funding opportunities. Completing performance and budget monitoring reports for the City Mayor and his team, you'll ensure actions, outcomes, and milestones in the Housing delivery plan are effectively met. Engaging, persuasive, and a strong communicator, you'll be able to work with people at all levels. You'll be confident to challenge and improve the Council's strategies, policies, and plans for your services. Having previous managerial experience, you'll have successfully led projects and programmes whilst effectively managing budgets. You'll have strong negotiation and presentation skills with a creative pro-active positive approach to problem solving. You can look forward to joining a high quality and motivated Senior Management team and a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. We'll also give you the chance to develop your skills and expertise with a variety of training and development opportunities. Although this is an advert for a generic Housing Head of Service, the full time post will be required initially to work within the Housing Technical areas of Asset Management & Investment or Repairs & Maintenance. The part time post will initially work within a non technical Housing area such as Homelessness or Tenancy Management. Please make clear when you apply which of the posts you are interested in. An applicant can be considered for both posts. For a chat about this role or for any queries please email Chris Burgin via email (between dates 16th February - 20th February) and Simon Nicholls via email at (from 20th February - 27th February). Assessments/Interviews will take place on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th May 2026.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Full Time / 37 Hours Per Week / Permanent Part Time / 22.5 Hours Per Week / Permanent Join our Housing service team delivering a broad range of services to residents, tenants, and leaseholders. As the city's largest provider of social housing, with a portfolio of over 19,000 homes, we are committed to providing decent, good quality housing and support services. As well as supporting our tenants to pay over £100m in rent and service charges the Division deliver a multimillion-pound investment programme to our Council homes to ensure they remain in excellent condition alongside a large DLO repairs & maintenance service. Our tenancy management teams work hard to effectively manage the 19,000 tenancies and ensure that the Housing estates these are in remain a desirable place to live. We are also responsible for providing Homelessness & Hostels services to help those facing the prospect of Homelessness and meet the Council's statutory responsibilities and legal role. Housing Service are constantly striving to improve the services we deliver, and you'll play a crucial part in developing and delivering on business change, whilst continuing to ensure tenants receive high quality services. As an inspirational and dedicated leader, you'll continue to develop and sustain crucial partnership working to achieve the Divisions goals both with internal and external stakeholders. As a Head of Service in Housing, you'll be responsible for one of the core operational areas of service, working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations to ensure the housing needs of the people are met, through effective strategic management. This can involve managing major projects, monitor programmes, policies, and strategies as well as keeping up to date with best practice, new legislation, and funding opportunities. Completing performance and budget monitoring reports for the City Mayor and his team, you'll ensure actions, outcomes, and milestones in the Housing delivery plan are effectively met. Engaging, persuasive, and a strong communicator, you'll be able to work with people at all levels. You'll be confident to challenge and improve the Council's strategies, policies, and plans for your services. Having previous managerial experience, you'll have successfully led projects and programmes whilst effectively managing budgets. You'll have strong negotiation and presentation skills with a creative pro-active positive approach to problem solving. You can look forward to joining a high quality and motivated Senior Management team and a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. We'll also give you the chance to develop your skills and expertise with a variety of training and development opportunities. Although this is an advert for a generic Housing Head of Service, the full time post will be required initially to work within the Housing Technical areas of Asset Management & Investment or Repairs & Maintenance. The part time post will initially work within a non technical Housing area such as Homelessness or Tenancy Management. Please make clear when you apply which of the posts you are interested in. An applicant can be considered for both posts. For a chat about this role or for any queries please email Chris Burgin via email (between dates 16th February - 20th February) and Simon Nicholls via email at (from 20th February - 27th February). Assessments/Interviews will take place on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th May 2026.
Internal Audit Senior Manager Department: Assurance & Risk Employment Type: Permanent Location: Belfast Description The Internal Audit Manager / Senior Manager will be responsible for managing the delivery of internal audit plans and assignments for clients from planning through to completion and reporting. They will oversee and review the work of junior and senior internal auditors, contribute to team training and staff development and work with the management group in contributing to the development of the Internal Audit Team, as required. Key Responsibilities Strategic Internal Audit Planning: Develop and execute internal audit strategies and plans for clients based on risk assessments and organisational objectives. Assignment Planning: Meet with client staff to discuss areas under review and developing Terms of Reference for each audit assignment. Ensure that sufficient internal audit resource is allocated to all internal audit assignments. Audit Execution: Oversee internal audit fieldwork for a range of financial, compliance and operational internal audit assignments in accordance with internal audit standards and practices. Review and completion: Review the work of the internal audit team on each assignment and hold close out meetings with client management to discuss internal audit review findings. Reporting: Prepare/review clear and concise draft internal audit reports for Partner / Head of Internal Audit review with findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations. Present internal audit reports to client management and Audit Committees. Compliance: Assist with the implementation of the Global Internal Audit Standards during 2025 and ensure all internal audit services are delivered in line with the new standards. Collaboration: Work closely with clients to build relationships and ensure a thorough understanding of their organisation and processes. Quality: Foster a culture of continuous improvement to ensure that high standards of quality are maintained in the delivery of internal audit services including KPI monitoring. Training and Development: Maintain knowledge of internal audit standards and guidance and provide guidance, training, and mentorship to internal auditors and other staff members as required. Special Projects: Participate in special projects and investigations for clients as required. Departmental management: Undertake a key role in managing the Internal Audit Department including recruitment activities, objective setting, resource planning, budget setting and internal audit workflow management. Business development: Preparation of high quality tender documentation in response to opportunities for the delivery of internal audit services to new and existing clients. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Education: A bachelor's degree at 2.1 or above and a qualified member of either: Chartered Internal Auditor (Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors); or full membership of a CCAB recognised accountancy body (i.e. Chartered Accountants Ireland; Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales; Association of Chartered Certified Accountants; Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy; or Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland). Equivalence to be demonstrated Demonstrable experience in public internal auditing with a sound knowledge of internal audit methodology including at least 3 years at management level. Technical Skills: Proficient in audit software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of internal audit standards, principles, and practices. Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to various stakeholders including client management and Audit Committees. Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with internal audit standards and best practice. Travel: Willing and able to travel across the UK and Republic of Ireland as required to conduct internal audit assignments and attend meetings at various client locations.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Internal Audit Senior Manager Department: Assurance & Risk Employment Type: Permanent Location: Belfast Description The Internal Audit Manager / Senior Manager will be responsible for managing the delivery of internal audit plans and assignments for clients from planning through to completion and reporting. They will oversee and review the work of junior and senior internal auditors, contribute to team training and staff development and work with the management group in contributing to the development of the Internal Audit Team, as required. Key Responsibilities Strategic Internal Audit Planning: Develop and execute internal audit strategies and plans for clients based on risk assessments and organisational objectives. Assignment Planning: Meet with client staff to discuss areas under review and developing Terms of Reference for each audit assignment. Ensure that sufficient internal audit resource is allocated to all internal audit assignments. Audit Execution: Oversee internal audit fieldwork for a range of financial, compliance and operational internal audit assignments in accordance with internal audit standards and practices. Review and completion: Review the work of the internal audit team on each assignment and hold close out meetings with client management to discuss internal audit review findings. Reporting: Prepare/review clear and concise draft internal audit reports for Partner / Head of Internal Audit review with findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations. Present internal audit reports to client management and Audit Committees. Compliance: Assist with the implementation of the Global Internal Audit Standards during 2025 and ensure all internal audit services are delivered in line with the new standards. Collaboration: Work closely with clients to build relationships and ensure a thorough understanding of their organisation and processes. Quality: Foster a culture of continuous improvement to ensure that high standards of quality are maintained in the delivery of internal audit services including KPI monitoring. Training and Development: Maintain knowledge of internal audit standards and guidance and provide guidance, training, and mentorship to internal auditors and other staff members as required. Special Projects: Participate in special projects and investigations for clients as required. Departmental management: Undertake a key role in managing the Internal Audit Department including recruitment activities, objective setting, resource planning, budget setting and internal audit workflow management. Business development: Preparation of high quality tender documentation in response to opportunities for the delivery of internal audit services to new and existing clients. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Education: A bachelor's degree at 2.1 or above and a qualified member of either: Chartered Internal Auditor (Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors); or full membership of a CCAB recognised accountancy body (i.e. Chartered Accountants Ireland; Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales; Association of Chartered Certified Accountants; Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy; or Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland). Equivalence to be demonstrated Demonstrable experience in public internal auditing with a sound knowledge of internal audit methodology including at least 3 years at management level. Technical Skills: Proficient in audit software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of internal audit standards, principles, and practices. Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to various stakeholders including client management and Audit Committees. Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with internal audit standards and best practice. Travel: Willing and able to travel across the UK and Republic of Ireland as required to conduct internal audit assignments and attend meetings at various client locations.
Regeneration Manager Salary: £56,730 - £60,125 per annum Nottingham, Hybrid Working (2 days per week in office) Help lead the transformation of a Core City: Nottingham City Council is delivering an ambitious regeneration programme- unlocking major development opportunities, attracting inward investment, accelerating housing delivery and strengthening Nottingham's position as a UK Core City and a central driver of inclusive economic growth across the East Midlands. We are seeking an exceptional Regeneration Manager to lead this agenda, manage a high-performing team of up to 6 and oversee a complex portfolio of transformational regeneration programmes. This is a senior leadership role with strategic influence across the region. The Opportunity As Regeneration Manager, you will shape and deliver regeneration strategies and major projects that create vibrant, sustainable places for residents and businesses. Working within Planning Strategy & Regeneration, you will: Lead the development and implementation of regeneration strategies aligned to corporate and regional growth ambitions Oversee a portfolio of complex, high-value regeneration programmes Act as the Council's lead in strategic partnerships with EMCCA, Homes England, government departments and private sector developers Secure and manage external funding (Levelling Up Fund, UKSPF, Towns Fund and successor programmes) Provide robust governance, risk management and performance reporting to senior officers, Members and external boards Ensure strong financial oversight and demonstrable value for money Embed climate responsibility and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion across all programmes You will directly manage up to six officers (Grades G-I), building a high-performance, delivery-focused team culture. The Impact This role sits at the centre of Nottingham's economic future. You will influence regional investment decisions, negotiate complex development arrangements, unlock stalled sites, and ensure regeneration delivers measurable economic and social returns - including housing supply, employment creation, inward investment and improved place outcomes. You will evaluate programme performance, undertake ROI and economic impact assessment, and leverage evidence to secure additional public and private sector funding. What We're Looking For We are seeking a strategic regeneration leader with experience operating at scale within a complex organisation. Strategic & Commercial Capability Proven track record of leading major regeneration projects/programmes In-depth knowledge of regeneration policy, planning frameworks and funding regimes Strong financial and commercial acumen, including business case development and viability assessment Experience securing and managing significant public funding streamsAbility to interpret complex data and make strategic, evidence-based decisions Experience working with government bodies, combined authorities and private developers Leadership & Culture Demonstrable experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and driving performance improvement Ability to create resilient, high-performing services Experience leading change programmes and embedding continuous improvement Political acumen and ability to build productive relationships with senior stakeholders A collaborative leadership style that works across organisational and sector boundaries Professional Requirements Degree (or equivalent) in Planning, Regeneration, Economic Development or related discipline Evidence of continuous professional development Project management qualification (APM PMQ, PRINCE2 or equivalent) desirable What We Offer In addition to the opportunity to work on high-profile regeneration projects that shape Nottingham's future, we offer a competitive and supportive employment package: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) You will have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - one of the most secure and attractive public sector pension schemes in the UK. The scheme provides: A defined benefit, career average pension Generous employer contributions Ill-health and survivor benefits Flexible retirement options This represents a significant long term financial benefit compared to many private sector schemes. Flexible & Hybrid Working We operate a flexible, hybrid working model, recognising the importance of work life balance and productivity. This includes: The ability to split time between office and home working Flexible working hours in line with service needs A supportive culture focused on outcomes rather than presenteeism We are committed to creating an environment where high performance and personal wellbeing go hand in hand. If you are ready to contribute to transformative regeneration and deliver meaningful outcomes for Nottingham's communities, we encourage you to apply. You can find the job description for this post here. At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page. For informal enquiries please contact Karen Shaw, Local Plans Manager at Closing Date: 29th March 2025 Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held: week commencing 13th April 2026 If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Regeneration Manager Salary: £56,730 - £60,125 per annum Nottingham, Hybrid Working (2 days per week in office) Help lead the transformation of a Core City: Nottingham City Council is delivering an ambitious regeneration programme- unlocking major development opportunities, attracting inward investment, accelerating housing delivery and strengthening Nottingham's position as a UK Core City and a central driver of inclusive economic growth across the East Midlands. We are seeking an exceptional Regeneration Manager to lead this agenda, manage a high-performing team of up to 6 and oversee a complex portfolio of transformational regeneration programmes. This is a senior leadership role with strategic influence across the region. The Opportunity As Regeneration Manager, you will shape and deliver regeneration strategies and major projects that create vibrant, sustainable places for residents and businesses. Working within Planning Strategy & Regeneration, you will: Lead the development and implementation of regeneration strategies aligned to corporate and regional growth ambitions Oversee a portfolio of complex, high-value regeneration programmes Act as the Council's lead in strategic partnerships with EMCCA, Homes England, government departments and private sector developers Secure and manage external funding (Levelling Up Fund, UKSPF, Towns Fund and successor programmes) Provide robust governance, risk management and performance reporting to senior officers, Members and external boards Ensure strong financial oversight and demonstrable value for money Embed climate responsibility and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion across all programmes You will directly manage up to six officers (Grades G-I), building a high-performance, delivery-focused team culture. The Impact This role sits at the centre of Nottingham's economic future. You will influence regional investment decisions, negotiate complex development arrangements, unlock stalled sites, and ensure regeneration delivers measurable economic and social returns - including housing supply, employment creation, inward investment and improved place outcomes. You will evaluate programme performance, undertake ROI and economic impact assessment, and leverage evidence to secure additional public and private sector funding. What We're Looking For We are seeking a strategic regeneration leader with experience operating at scale within a complex organisation. Strategic & Commercial Capability Proven track record of leading major regeneration projects/programmes In-depth knowledge of regeneration policy, planning frameworks and funding regimes Strong financial and commercial acumen, including business case development and viability assessment Experience securing and managing significant public funding streamsAbility to interpret complex data and make strategic, evidence-based decisions Experience working with government bodies, combined authorities and private developers Leadership & Culture Demonstrable experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and driving performance improvement Ability to create resilient, high-performing services Experience leading change programmes and embedding continuous improvement Political acumen and ability to build productive relationships with senior stakeholders A collaborative leadership style that works across organisational and sector boundaries Professional Requirements Degree (or equivalent) in Planning, Regeneration, Economic Development or related discipline Evidence of continuous professional development Project management qualification (APM PMQ, PRINCE2 or equivalent) desirable What We Offer In addition to the opportunity to work on high-profile regeneration projects that shape Nottingham's future, we offer a competitive and supportive employment package: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) You will have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - one of the most secure and attractive public sector pension schemes in the UK. The scheme provides: A defined benefit, career average pension Generous employer contributions Ill-health and survivor benefits Flexible retirement options This represents a significant long term financial benefit compared to many private sector schemes. Flexible & Hybrid Working We operate a flexible, hybrid working model, recognising the importance of work life balance and productivity. This includes: The ability to split time between office and home working Flexible working hours in line with service needs A supportive culture focused on outcomes rather than presenteeism We are committed to creating an environment where high performance and personal wellbeing go hand in hand. If you are ready to contribute to transformative regeneration and deliver meaningful outcomes for Nottingham's communities, we encourage you to apply. You can find the job description for this post here. At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page. For informal enquiries please contact Karen Shaw, Local Plans Manager at Closing Date: 29th March 2025 Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held: week commencing 13th April 2026 If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
Are you an experienced Corporate Tax Director? The client is a leading firm within Cambridge, looking to expand their Corporate tax team. The firm has a client base of growth-focused businesses across various sectors. They are looking for a Corporate Tax Director. Responsibilities: As a Corporate Tax Director, you will Managing all aspects of corporation tax for a portfolio of large, internationally active corporate clients, while also leading the delivery of complex tax advisory projects Actively contributing to business development through involvement in proposals, networking events, and initiatives Mentoring and developing a growing team by sharing technical expertise and supporting their progression within corporation tax Building and maintaining an external network of peers and staying informed on the firm's broader service offerings, as well as key business and economic trends relevant to the client Requirements:As a Corporate Tax Director, you will need CTA qualification Experience in corporate tax as Senior Manager, or Associate Director level Experience with compliancy and advisory work within corporate tax Experience mentoring and communication skills Experience within business development Benefits:As a Corporate Tax Director, you will get Hybrid Working 28 days holiday (option to purchase more) Tailored career progression Are you looking to positively contribute to an ambitious and growing corporate tax team? If you have the experience and passion for corporate tax, apply here now. Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Corporate Tax Director? The client is a leading firm within Cambridge, looking to expand their Corporate tax team. The firm has a client base of growth-focused businesses across various sectors. They are looking for a Corporate Tax Director. Responsibilities: As a Corporate Tax Director, you will Managing all aspects of corporation tax for a portfolio of large, internationally active corporate clients, while also leading the delivery of complex tax advisory projects Actively contributing to business development through involvement in proposals, networking events, and initiatives Mentoring and developing a growing team by sharing technical expertise and supporting their progression within corporation tax Building and maintaining an external network of peers and staying informed on the firm's broader service offerings, as well as key business and economic trends relevant to the client Requirements:As a Corporate Tax Director, you will need CTA qualification Experience in corporate tax as Senior Manager, or Associate Director level Experience with compliancy and advisory work within corporate tax Experience mentoring and communication skills Experience within business development Benefits:As a Corporate Tax Director, you will get Hybrid Working 28 days holiday (option to purchase more) Tailored career progression Are you looking to positively contribute to an ambitious and growing corporate tax team? If you have the experience and passion for corporate tax, apply here now. Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.
Solution Architect / Digital Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect / Integration Architect £650-£680 per day / Outside IR35 / 6 Month initial contract / 1/2 days per week on site near Bristol Overview: As the Solution architect you will be responsible for defining and delivering the end-to-end technology architecture and system integration strategy across a newly acquired business. The role will ensure seamless business and data integration across core operational, finance, ERP, CRM, and various other platforms, enabling rapid onboarding of acquired portfolios while maintaining operational continuity and data integrity. This is a software/application architecture focused position, where you would have ideally worked on an M&A project previously with a particular focus on Integration architecture. Key Responsibilities; Solution architecture & technical Leadership: Technical leadership of the integration projects Managing technical delivery partners Ensure alignment between business, data, application, and technology architectures Ensure performance, data volumes and other NFRs are considered in the design Ensure the clients Architecture standards and processes are followed. Interfacing with architecture team and various stakeholders Systems Integration Lead integration strategy across: Finance & ERP CRM Define API, middleware, and data integration approaches. Oversee system onboarding for acquired businesses and assets. Manage integration sequencing aligned with Programme timelines Data & Governance Define master data ownership and integration standards. Ensure financial, resident, and operational data consistency. Support data migration and reconciliation strategies. Establish architectural governance and design authority processes. Stakeholder Engagement Partner with Programme Manager, Workstream Lead, Business SMEs, and vendors. Translate business integration needs into technical solutions. Provide architectural assurance across delivery workstreams. Manage third-party system integrators and implementation partners. Key Deliverables Technical co-ordination, resolving issues, offering guidance Architecture & Integration Blueprint/HLD Integration Playbooks System Integration Roadmaps Data & Interface Architecture Designs Technical Due Diligence Assessments Architecture Governance Framework Required Experience Proven experience leading technical integration delivery within M&A or transformation programmes . Experience designing API-led or event-driven architectures. Experience in design and delivery of data integration and/or migration pipelines using Snaplogic, Boomi, or other similar iPaaS toolsets Experience in design and delivery of operational data stores (ODSs) using cloud MongoDB or SQL databases Demonstrated delivery integrating: ERP platforms CRM ecosystems Strong knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and middleware platforms. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
Solution Architect / Digital Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect / Integration Architect £650-£680 per day / Outside IR35 / 6 Month initial contract / 1/2 days per week on site near Bristol Overview: As the Solution architect you will be responsible for defining and delivering the end-to-end technology architecture and system integration strategy across a newly acquired business. The role will ensure seamless business and data integration across core operational, finance, ERP, CRM, and various other platforms, enabling rapid onboarding of acquired portfolios while maintaining operational continuity and data integrity. This is a software/application architecture focused position, where you would have ideally worked on an M&A project previously with a particular focus on Integration architecture. Key Responsibilities; Solution architecture & technical Leadership: Technical leadership of the integration projects Managing technical delivery partners Ensure alignment between business, data, application, and technology architectures Ensure performance, data volumes and other NFRs are considered in the design Ensure the clients Architecture standards and processes are followed. Interfacing with architecture team and various stakeholders Systems Integration Lead integration strategy across: Finance & ERP CRM Define API, middleware, and data integration approaches. Oversee system onboarding for acquired businesses and assets. Manage integration sequencing aligned with Programme timelines Data & Governance Define master data ownership and integration standards. Ensure financial, resident, and operational data consistency. Support data migration and reconciliation strategies. Establish architectural governance and design authority processes. Stakeholder Engagement Partner with Programme Manager, Workstream Lead, Business SMEs, and vendors. Translate business integration needs into technical solutions. Provide architectural assurance across delivery workstreams. Manage third-party system integrators and implementation partners. Key Deliverables Technical co-ordination, resolving issues, offering guidance Architecture & Integration Blueprint/HLD Integration Playbooks System Integration Roadmaps Data & Interface Architecture Designs Technical Due Diligence Assessments Architecture Governance Framework Required Experience Proven experience leading technical integration delivery within M&A or transformation programmes . Experience designing API-led or event-driven architectures. Experience in design and delivery of data integration and/or migration pipelines using Snaplogic, Boomi, or other similar iPaaS toolsets Experience in design and delivery of operational data stores (ODSs) using cloud MongoDB or SQL databases Demonstrated delivery integrating: ERP platforms CRM ecosystems Strong knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and middleware platforms. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Job title: Associate Director of Data and Digital Transformation Hours : 35 hours per week Salary : £70-79,500 Employment type : Permanent Team : Digital, Data and Technology Location : Hybrid (average of 1 day per week in London office) Line Manager : Chief Operating Officer Direct Reports : 4 Anderson Quigley is excited to be working with the Teenage Cancer Trust on this critical transformational leadership role within the senior leadership team. As Associate Director of Data and Digital Transformation, you will shape a vision for Digital, Data and Technology as strategic enablers of impact. You ll work with teams across the charity to shape sustainable services with and for young people with cancer, increase our audience reach, drive sustainable income generation, and demonstrate our impact. You ll shine a light on the value of data, build collective confidence, and connect technology potential to measurable outcomes. You ll influence horizontally, organise great people, and deliver value fast through product ways of working. As a leader, you ll bring energy and influence, maturity of thought, and the ability to design, prioritise, and deliver. This is a hands-on, delivery focused leadership role for someone who can build practical solutions, develop teams, and embed a service oriented, user centred approach across the charity. You will shape the future of DDaT, oversee a largely outsourced technology function, uplift data maturity, and ensure digital and technology services enable our mission. This role will play a key part on the Senior Leadership Team, working collaboratively with colleagues across Services, Engagement, and Central Support teams. What We re Looking For We re looking for a creative, energetic, and influential product minded leader to help Teenage Cancer Trust repurpose digital and data toward service impact. This is not a traditional DDaT director role. You ll work across teams to shape our services, shine a light on the value of data, build collective confidence, and connect technology potential to measurable outcomes. You don t need to have held a formal leadership title but you must operate as a leader, bring energy, maturity of thought, and the ability to design, prioritise, and deliver Essential Skills & Experience Strong leadership background across digital, data or technology, ideally within a small, innovative organisation. This does not have to be at a senior level but evidenced in your application by mentoring/influencing and bringing people together. Credible technical knowledge and up to date understanding of developments in technology. Deep experience of working effectively with other professions and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of service design in a charity, public sector or service delivery organisation. Demonstrable experience of developing DDaT teams, and of developing digital and data capabilities across an organisation, ideally in a charity or public-service context. A track record of improving data maturity and operational use of data and insight. Hands-on delivery experience; comfortable rolling up sleeves and making practical improvements. Skills & Attributes A genuine people person who builds trust quickly and collaborates naturally. Pragmatic, grounded and solutions focused not just a strategist, but someone who turns ideas into real, tangible outcomes. Able to support teams with limited digital or data experience and guide them through a development journey. Comfortable operating in ambiguity and capable of setting clear direction in evolving environments. Strong service mindset with an understanding of co design principles and agile ways of working. Our commitment to inclusion and accessibility: At Teenage Cancer Trust one of our key focuses is around equity and making sure our services are accessible and inclusive to all young people with cancer, with no-one left behind. We have the same goal for people working with us. Teenage Cancer Trust is committed to recognising and valuing individual differences and the contributions of all people. Should you require any assistance or adjustments to support your interview process, such as additional time for tasks, meeting the panellists beforehand, information in another format or a different interview format (online/offline/in person), please don t hesitate to get in touch with us. We are a Disability Confident employer which means we have committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role listed under the What you ll bring to the team section of the job description and shortlisting questions. Please notify Grace Tattersall if you are eligible for the guaranteed offer of interview scheme. Please note that in recruitment campaigns with a high volume of candidates opting into the scheme, interview offers will be made only to those who best meet the essential criteria and provide the strongest responses to the shortlisting questions. Privacy and Safeguarding: At Teenage Cancer Trust we take our commitment to safeguarding seriously and work to protect and promote the rights of the young people who we support. Our safeguarding responsibilities extend to the children and adults who work to support the charity, who we also have a duty of care to protect. Safeguarding is at the forefront of each activity we carry out. In line with our approach, this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service). At Teenage Cancer Trust we re committed to delivering a service to teenagers and young adults with cancer that is embedded in safeguarding and safe working practice guidance. As this role will it is subject to a Basic/Enhanced list Disclosure and Barring Service check. How to apply Please apply with your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, outlining how you meet the person specification, and the key skills and attributes required. Please note, preliminary interviews are proposed to be the week of the 4th of May 2026. Follow up interviews for successful candidates are proposed to take place the week of the 18th of May 2026.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Job title: Associate Director of Data and Digital Transformation Hours : 35 hours per week Salary : £70-79,500 Employment type : Permanent Team : Digital, Data and Technology Location : Hybrid (average of 1 day per week in London office) Line Manager : Chief Operating Officer Direct Reports : 4 Anderson Quigley is excited to be working with the Teenage Cancer Trust on this critical transformational leadership role within the senior leadership team. As Associate Director of Data and Digital Transformation, you will shape a vision for Digital, Data and Technology as strategic enablers of impact. You ll work with teams across the charity to shape sustainable services with and for young people with cancer, increase our audience reach, drive sustainable income generation, and demonstrate our impact. You ll shine a light on the value of data, build collective confidence, and connect technology potential to measurable outcomes. You ll influence horizontally, organise great people, and deliver value fast through product ways of working. As a leader, you ll bring energy and influence, maturity of thought, and the ability to design, prioritise, and deliver. This is a hands-on, delivery focused leadership role for someone who can build practical solutions, develop teams, and embed a service oriented, user centred approach across the charity. You will shape the future of DDaT, oversee a largely outsourced technology function, uplift data maturity, and ensure digital and technology services enable our mission. This role will play a key part on the Senior Leadership Team, working collaboratively with colleagues across Services, Engagement, and Central Support teams. What We re Looking For We re looking for a creative, energetic, and influential product minded leader to help Teenage Cancer Trust repurpose digital and data toward service impact. This is not a traditional DDaT director role. You ll work across teams to shape our services, shine a light on the value of data, build collective confidence, and connect technology potential to measurable outcomes. You don t need to have held a formal leadership title but you must operate as a leader, bring energy, maturity of thought, and the ability to design, prioritise, and deliver Essential Skills & Experience Strong leadership background across digital, data or technology, ideally within a small, innovative organisation. This does not have to be at a senior level but evidenced in your application by mentoring/influencing and bringing people together. Credible technical knowledge and up to date understanding of developments in technology. Deep experience of working effectively with other professions and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of service design in a charity, public sector or service delivery organisation. Demonstrable experience of developing DDaT teams, and of developing digital and data capabilities across an organisation, ideally in a charity or public-service context. A track record of improving data maturity and operational use of data and insight. Hands-on delivery experience; comfortable rolling up sleeves and making practical improvements. Skills & Attributes A genuine people person who builds trust quickly and collaborates naturally. Pragmatic, grounded and solutions focused not just a strategist, but someone who turns ideas into real, tangible outcomes. Able to support teams with limited digital or data experience and guide them through a development journey. Comfortable operating in ambiguity and capable of setting clear direction in evolving environments. Strong service mindset with an understanding of co design principles and agile ways of working. Our commitment to inclusion and accessibility: At Teenage Cancer Trust one of our key focuses is around equity and making sure our services are accessible and inclusive to all young people with cancer, with no-one left behind. We have the same goal for people working with us. Teenage Cancer Trust is committed to recognising and valuing individual differences and the contributions of all people. Should you require any assistance or adjustments to support your interview process, such as additional time for tasks, meeting the panellists beforehand, information in another format or a different interview format (online/offline/in person), please don t hesitate to get in touch with us. We are a Disability Confident employer which means we have committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role listed under the What you ll bring to the team section of the job description and shortlisting questions. Please notify Grace Tattersall if you are eligible for the guaranteed offer of interview scheme. Please note that in recruitment campaigns with a high volume of candidates opting into the scheme, interview offers will be made only to those who best meet the essential criteria and provide the strongest responses to the shortlisting questions. Privacy and Safeguarding: At Teenage Cancer Trust we take our commitment to safeguarding seriously and work to protect and promote the rights of the young people who we support. Our safeguarding responsibilities extend to the children and adults who work to support the charity, who we also have a duty of care to protect. Safeguarding is at the forefront of each activity we carry out. In line with our approach, this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service). At Teenage Cancer Trust we re committed to delivering a service to teenagers and young adults with cancer that is embedded in safeguarding and safe working practice guidance. As this role will it is subject to a Basic/Enhanced list Disclosure and Barring Service check. How to apply Please apply with your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, outlining how you meet the person specification, and the key skills and attributes required. Please note, preliminary interviews are proposed to be the week of the 4th of May 2026. Follow up interviews for successful candidates are proposed to take place the week of the 18th of May 2026.
Technical Service Delivery Manager - Defence Programme Salary: £55,000 + Bonus + BenefitsLocation: Caerphilly (with travel to MoD sites as required)Security Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirableThis is a fantastic opportunity for you, an experienced Technical Service Delivery Manager (T SDM) to take ownership of a complex, multi?domain MOD communications service operating at a very high level of Defence Security.This is a critical role, responsible for ensuring operational excellence, technical integrity, and resilient service performance across various sites in the UK.You will play a leading role in shaping service outcomes, representing the voice of the user, and ensuring that operational activity is aligned with secure?by?design principles, accreditation boundaries, and technical roadmaps. Role Overview As the Technical Service Delivery Manager (T SDM), you will lead service operations end?to?end, ensuring that services are effective, compliant, and continuously improving. You will coordinate multi?disciplinary internal teams, suppliers, and military/authority stakeholders to deliver measurable, evidence?driven results. Key Responsibilities Own end?to?end service performance across multi?domain, secure environments. Produce clear SLA dashboards, KPI reporting, and service reviews for senior stakeholders. Lead Incident, Problem, and Change Management, including CAB chairing. Run structured engagement forums including weekly operational syncs and programme reviews. Lead transition activities including UAT, hypercare, service acceptance, and PIRs. Ensure CMDB accuracy, RACI clarity, and governance of vulnerability findings. Represent Service at technical governance groups and translate technical roadmaps into service actions. Oversee patching, obsolescence, lifecycle, and compatibility planning. Maintain service blueprints, process maps, and operational documentation. Coordinate suppliers within a multi?vendor environment ensuring end?to?end service outcomes. Core Competencies Leadership & collaboration Strong communication & influence Customer?centric mindset Analytical problem?solving Accountability & resilience Experience & Skills Essential: 5+ years in IT Service Management/Delivery roles Strong ITIL v4 knowledge Proven Change Management leadership Experience in secure/regulated environments Technical understanding across infra, networks, and security Stakeholder?facing reporting experience Supplier management experience Familiarity with ITSM tools Defence environment experience Desirable : ITIL 4 Managing Professional or ISO/IEC 20000, PRINCE2 or PMP, CISSP/CISM or similar, SIAM experience, Knowledge of JSP 440/604 and accreditation processes Qualifications ITIL v4 Foundation (required) ITIL v4 Specialist modules (desirable) PRINCE2/PMP (desirable) Degree in IT or equivalent experience (desirable) SC clearance required; DV desirableIf you are a technically capable Service Delivery Manager with experience working with the MOD and who thrives in secure, high integrity environments-and you want to play a key role in supporting critical national defence services-we'd love to hear from you.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Technical Service Delivery Manager - Defence Programme Salary: £55,000 + Bonus + BenefitsLocation: Caerphilly (with travel to MoD sites as required)Security Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirableThis is a fantastic opportunity for you, an experienced Technical Service Delivery Manager (T SDM) to take ownership of a complex, multi?domain MOD communications service operating at a very high level of Defence Security.This is a critical role, responsible for ensuring operational excellence, technical integrity, and resilient service performance across various sites in the UK.You will play a leading role in shaping service outcomes, representing the voice of the user, and ensuring that operational activity is aligned with secure?by?design principles, accreditation boundaries, and technical roadmaps. Role Overview As the Technical Service Delivery Manager (T SDM), you will lead service operations end?to?end, ensuring that services are effective, compliant, and continuously improving. You will coordinate multi?disciplinary internal teams, suppliers, and military/authority stakeholders to deliver measurable, evidence?driven results. Key Responsibilities Own end?to?end service performance across multi?domain, secure environments. Produce clear SLA dashboards, KPI reporting, and service reviews for senior stakeholders. Lead Incident, Problem, and Change Management, including CAB chairing. Run structured engagement forums including weekly operational syncs and programme reviews. Lead transition activities including UAT, hypercare, service acceptance, and PIRs. Ensure CMDB accuracy, RACI clarity, and governance of vulnerability findings. Represent Service at technical governance groups and translate technical roadmaps into service actions. Oversee patching, obsolescence, lifecycle, and compatibility planning. Maintain service blueprints, process maps, and operational documentation. Coordinate suppliers within a multi?vendor environment ensuring end?to?end service outcomes. Core Competencies Leadership & collaboration Strong communication & influence Customer?centric mindset Analytical problem?solving Accountability & resilience Experience & Skills Essential: 5+ years in IT Service Management/Delivery roles Strong ITIL v4 knowledge Proven Change Management leadership Experience in secure/regulated environments Technical understanding across infra, networks, and security Stakeholder?facing reporting experience Supplier management experience Familiarity with ITSM tools Defence environment experience Desirable : ITIL 4 Managing Professional or ISO/IEC 20000, PRINCE2 or PMP, CISSP/CISM or similar, SIAM experience, Knowledge of JSP 440/604 and accreditation processes Qualifications ITIL v4 Foundation (required) ITIL v4 Specialist modules (desirable) PRINCE2/PMP (desirable) Degree in IT or equivalent experience (desirable) SC clearance required; DV desirableIf you are a technically capable Service Delivery Manager with experience working with the MOD and who thrives in secure, high integrity environments-and you want to play a key role in supporting critical national defence services-we'd love to hear from you.
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Scotstoun & Govan Salary: £44,196 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. Role Description: Collaborate with strong influence to optimise engineering definitions and output formats, ensuring alignment with current and future capabilities and best practice, while embedding a Value Engineering, APQP, and PFMEA mindset across applicable programmes. Lead and develop the technical contributions of colleagues, motivating team members through positive, open, and honest communication. Define and approve facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes, and where appropriate, review and approve the work of team members. Apply Lean tools and techniques to solve problems and improve performance in product delivery across ship manufacture and integration, as well as within supporting business processes. Create clear, robust, and visual work instructions-including the specification of tooling, equipment, and plant-to enable a highly skilled operations team to deliver world-class products that are both verifiable and repeatable. Plan and define facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes to achieve and continuously improve quality, cost, and schedule targets, ensuring safety remains the highest priority. Agree, prioritise, schedule, and plan activities effectively to meet project and programme requirements. Core Duties : Proven experience of usage of Manufacturing / Production engineering processes and procedures with experience in Manuf Execution System, CADCAM, PLM, NC Programming, Tooling, Quality Engineering, Industrial Eng and Continuous Improvement, to a level where you can coach others in best practice adoption / benefits Good interpersonal skills are essential: including facilitating, coaching, presenting and stakeholder management where you will lead the change task Effective articulation and interpretation of requirements, specifications and engineering outputs, from an impact to cost, quality and schedule drivers Project and task management skills in coordinating and delivering successful activities where you will be viewed as the lead with knowledge of relevant Engineering & Manufacturing Engineering standards/practices (including Health & Safety regulations) Engineering or Manufacturing apprenticeship / HNC / HND/ Degree, or equivalent work experience in a Manufacturing Engineering / Production Engineering/ Technician role The Manufacturing Engineering team : Our Manufacturing Engineering Teams work closely with our Naval Ships Manufacturing Teams in the deployed General Manager Business Areas within Naval Ships at the Glasgow sites of Govan and Scotstoun. You are part of the larger Manufacturing Engineering Dept of 100 people within the larger Manufacturing Function. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (ME3) you will have significant involvement in key Manufacturing Engineering projects. You will use your knowledge and experience to guarantee delivery of Manufacturing Engineering outputs into Manufacturing & Operations that ensure design intent can be met. The role holder will advise, coach and lead other team members as part of their daily responsibilities as well as being responsible for influencing vessel design, optimising production processes, methods, facilities, equipment and tooling to drive improvement to achieve and exceed performance in safety, quality and cost targets. You will be working for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer. Predominantly working on tasks to increase our Capabilities that deliver the Type 26 Programme and further enable our highly skilled teams across T26, Canadian Surface Combatant and Hunter Class as well as Future Business opportunities to make BAE Systems even more capable and effective. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Security Statement: Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 6th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Scotstoun & Govan Salary: £44,196 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. Role Description: Collaborate with strong influence to optimise engineering definitions and output formats, ensuring alignment with current and future capabilities and best practice, while embedding a Value Engineering, APQP, and PFMEA mindset across applicable programmes. Lead and develop the technical contributions of colleagues, motivating team members through positive, open, and honest communication. Define and approve facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes, and where appropriate, review and approve the work of team members. Apply Lean tools and techniques to solve problems and improve performance in product delivery across ship manufacture and integration, as well as within supporting business processes. Create clear, robust, and visual work instructions-including the specification of tooling, equipment, and plant-to enable a highly skilled operations team to deliver world-class products that are both verifiable and repeatable. Plan and define facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes to achieve and continuously improve quality, cost, and schedule targets, ensuring safety remains the highest priority. Agree, prioritise, schedule, and plan activities effectively to meet project and programme requirements. Core Duties : Proven experience of usage of Manufacturing / Production engineering processes and procedures with experience in Manuf Execution System, CADCAM, PLM, NC Programming, Tooling, Quality Engineering, Industrial Eng and Continuous Improvement, to a level where you can coach others in best practice adoption / benefits Good interpersonal skills are essential: including facilitating, coaching, presenting and stakeholder management where you will lead the change task Effective articulation and interpretation of requirements, specifications and engineering outputs, from an impact to cost, quality and schedule drivers Project and task management skills in coordinating and delivering successful activities where you will be viewed as the lead with knowledge of relevant Engineering & Manufacturing Engineering standards/practices (including Health & Safety regulations) Engineering or Manufacturing apprenticeship / HNC / HND/ Degree, or equivalent work experience in a Manufacturing Engineering / Production Engineering/ Technician role The Manufacturing Engineering team : Our Manufacturing Engineering Teams work closely with our Naval Ships Manufacturing Teams in the deployed General Manager Business Areas within Naval Ships at the Glasgow sites of Govan and Scotstoun. You are part of the larger Manufacturing Engineering Dept of 100 people within the larger Manufacturing Function. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (ME3) you will have significant involvement in key Manufacturing Engineering projects. You will use your knowledge and experience to guarantee delivery of Manufacturing Engineering outputs into Manufacturing & Operations that ensure design intent can be met. The role holder will advise, coach and lead other team members as part of their daily responsibilities as well as being responsible for influencing vessel design, optimising production processes, methods, facilities, equipment and tooling to drive improvement to achieve and exceed performance in safety, quality and cost targets. You will be working for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer. Predominantly working on tasks to increase our Capabilities that deliver the Type 26 Programme and further enable our highly skilled teams across T26, Canadian Surface Combatant and Hunter Class as well as Future Business opportunities to make BAE Systems even more capable and effective. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Security Statement: Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 6th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Our prestigious client is seeking an Employment Tax Manager for their busy team based in Reading, but they would consider their Southampton office too. In this role you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, providing expert advice on employment tax matters, and supporting clients with compliance, risk management, and planning opportunities. You will oversee client relationships, lead projects, manage junior staff, and contribute to the development of the firm's employment tax service line. Key Responsibilities as Employment Tax Manager Advisory & Compliance Advise clients on all aspects of employment tax, including PAYE, NIC, benefits-in-kind, expenses, termination payments, off-payroll working (IR35), and employment status. Manage employer compliance processes, including PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSAs), P11Ds, and HMRC disclosures. Support clients with HMRC enquiries, audits, and settlements. Provide strategic advice on workforce planning, reward structures, expatriate tax issues, and employee share schemes (where applicable). Client Management & Business Development Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring excellent service delivery. Identify new advisory opportunities and support business development initiatives. Assist in preparing and presenting proposals, thought leadership, and marketing material. Practice Contribution Support the senior leadership team in growing the employment tax practice. Ensure compliance with risk management and quality control procedures. Stay up to date with legislative changes, case law, and HMRC guidance to maintain technical excellence. The person: ATT/CTA or equivalent qualification essential. Strong knowledge of UK employment tax legislation and HMRC practices. Previous experience in an employment tax role within a professional services firm or HMRC. Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality advice. Experience in managing HMRC enquiries and negotiations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues clearly. Experience of supervising or mentoring junior team members. Proactive, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Strong team player with leadership potential. Enthusiastic about contributing to the growth of the practice.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Our prestigious client is seeking an Employment Tax Manager for their busy team based in Reading, but they would consider their Southampton office too. In this role you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, providing expert advice on employment tax matters, and supporting clients with compliance, risk management, and planning opportunities. You will oversee client relationships, lead projects, manage junior staff, and contribute to the development of the firm's employment tax service line. Key Responsibilities as Employment Tax Manager Advisory & Compliance Advise clients on all aspects of employment tax, including PAYE, NIC, benefits-in-kind, expenses, termination payments, off-payroll working (IR35), and employment status. Manage employer compliance processes, including PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSAs), P11Ds, and HMRC disclosures. Support clients with HMRC enquiries, audits, and settlements. Provide strategic advice on workforce planning, reward structures, expatriate tax issues, and employee share schemes (where applicable). Client Management & Business Development Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring excellent service delivery. Identify new advisory opportunities and support business development initiatives. Assist in preparing and presenting proposals, thought leadership, and marketing material. Practice Contribution Support the senior leadership team in growing the employment tax practice. Ensure compliance with risk management and quality control procedures. Stay up to date with legislative changes, case law, and HMRC guidance to maintain technical excellence. The person: ATT/CTA or equivalent qualification essential. Strong knowledge of UK employment tax legislation and HMRC practices. Previous experience in an employment tax role within a professional services firm or HMRC. Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality advice. Experience in managing HMRC enquiries and negotiations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues clearly. Experience of supervising or mentoring junior team members. Proactive, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Strong team player with leadership potential. Enthusiastic about contributing to the growth of the practice.
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Scotstoun & Govan Salary: £44,196 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. Role Description: Collaborate with strong influence to optimise engineering definitions and output formats, ensuring alignment with current and future capabilities and best practice, while embedding a Value Engineering, APQP, and PFMEA mindset across applicable programmes. Lead and develop the technical contributions of colleagues, motivating team members through positive, open, and honest communication. Define and approve facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes, and where appropriate, review and approve the work of team members. Apply Lean tools and techniques to solve problems and improve performance in product delivery across ship manufacture and integration, as well as within supporting business processes. Create clear, robust, and visual work instructions-including the specification of tooling, equipment, and plant-to enable a highly skilled operations team to deliver world-class products that are both verifiable and repeatable. Plan and define facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes to achieve and continuously improve quality, cost, and schedule targets, ensuring safety remains the highest priority. Agree, prioritise, schedule, and plan activities effectively to meet project and programme requirements. Core Duties : Proven experience of usage of Manufacturing / Production engineering processes and procedures with experience in Manuf Execution System, CADCAM, PLM, NC Programming, Tooling, Quality Engineering, Industrial Eng and Continuous Improvement, to a level where you can coach others in best practice adoption / benefits Good interpersonal skills are essential: including facilitating, coaching, presenting and stakeholder management where you will lead the change task Effective articulation and interpretation of requirements, specifications and engineering outputs, from an impact to cost, quality and schedule drivers Project and task management skills in coordinating and delivering successful activities where you will be viewed as the lead with knowledge of relevant Engineering & Manufacturing Engineering standards/practices (including Health & Safety regulations) Engineering or Manufacturing apprenticeship / HNC / HND/ Degree, or equivalent work experience in a Manufacturing Engineering / Production Engineering/ Technician role The Manufacturing Engineering team : Our Manufacturing Engineering Teams work closely with our Naval Ships Manufacturing Teams in the deployed General Manager Business Areas within Naval Ships at the Glasgow sites of Govan and Scotstoun. You are part of the larger Manufacturing Engineering Dept of 100 people within the larger Manufacturing Function. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (ME3) you will have significant involvement in key Manufacturing Engineering projects. You will use your knowledge and experience to guarantee delivery of Manufacturing Engineering outputs into Manufacturing & Operations that ensure design intent can be met. The role holder will advise, coach and lead other team members as part of their daily responsibilities as well as being responsible for influencing vessel design, optimising production processes, methods, facilities, equipment and tooling to drive improvement to achieve and exceed performance in safety, quality and cost targets. You will be working for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer. Predominantly working on tasks to increase our Capabilities that deliver the Type 26 Programme and further enable our highly skilled teams across T26, Canadian Surface Combatant and Hunter Class as well as Future Business opportunities to make BAE Systems even more capable and effective. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Security Statement: Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 6th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Scotstoun & Govan Salary: £44,196 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. Role Description: Collaborate with strong influence to optimise engineering definitions and output formats, ensuring alignment with current and future capabilities and best practice, while embedding a Value Engineering, APQP, and PFMEA mindset across applicable programmes. Lead and develop the technical contributions of colleagues, motivating team members through positive, open, and honest communication. Define and approve facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes, and where appropriate, review and approve the work of team members. Apply Lean tools and techniques to solve problems and improve performance in product delivery across ship manufacture and integration, as well as within supporting business processes. Create clear, robust, and visual work instructions-including the specification of tooling, equipment, and plant-to enable a highly skilled operations team to deliver world-class products that are both verifiable and repeatable. Plan and define facilities, equipment, tooling, and processes to achieve and continuously improve quality, cost, and schedule targets, ensuring safety remains the highest priority. Agree, prioritise, schedule, and plan activities effectively to meet project and programme requirements. Core Duties : Proven experience of usage of Manufacturing / Production engineering processes and procedures with experience in Manuf Execution System, CADCAM, PLM, NC Programming, Tooling, Quality Engineering, Industrial Eng and Continuous Improvement, to a level where you can coach others in best practice adoption / benefits Good interpersonal skills are essential: including facilitating, coaching, presenting and stakeholder management where you will lead the change task Effective articulation and interpretation of requirements, specifications and engineering outputs, from an impact to cost, quality and schedule drivers Project and task management skills in coordinating and delivering successful activities where you will be viewed as the lead with knowledge of relevant Engineering & Manufacturing Engineering standards/practices (including Health & Safety regulations) Engineering or Manufacturing apprenticeship / HNC / HND/ Degree, or equivalent work experience in a Manufacturing Engineering / Production Engineering/ Technician role The Manufacturing Engineering team : Our Manufacturing Engineering Teams work closely with our Naval Ships Manufacturing Teams in the deployed General Manager Business Areas within Naval Ships at the Glasgow sites of Govan and Scotstoun. You are part of the larger Manufacturing Engineering Dept of 100 people within the larger Manufacturing Function. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (ME3) you will have significant involvement in key Manufacturing Engineering projects. You will use your knowledge and experience to guarantee delivery of Manufacturing Engineering outputs into Manufacturing & Operations that ensure design intent can be met. The role holder will advise, coach and lead other team members as part of their daily responsibilities as well as being responsible for influencing vessel design, optimising production processes, methods, facilities, equipment and tooling to drive improvement to achieve and exceed performance in safety, quality and cost targets. You will be working for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer. Predominantly working on tasks to increase our Capabilities that deliver the Type 26 Programme and further enable our highly skilled teams across T26, Canadian Surface Combatant and Hunter Class as well as Future Business opportunities to make BAE Systems even more capable and effective. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Security Statement: Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 6th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
We are recruiting for our valued client, who are a market-leading provider of IT Project Management Services. They are currently looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join their team, on a permanent, full-time basis, 5 days per week, working on client sites within the Slough/Berkshire region, with some opportunity to work from home, client/project dependent. The IT Project Manager role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a profit share bonus, employee assistance programme, company pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role of IT Project Manager As an IT Project Manager, you will be directly client facing, and responsible for leading and managing all aspects of IT projects, from conception to completion. This includes planning and scheduling, risk management, communication, and stakeholder management. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, as well as experience in managing complex projects. You should also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be working closely with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management. Key Responsibilities All aspects of client-side project management; accountability for project delivery Definition, scoping and planning of multi-disciplinary projects Stakeholder management Business case development Business change management Selection and implementation management Benefits tracking About you Candidates will have a proven track record of delivering complex technical IT projects, ideally with a minimum of 4-5 years experience within a dedicated IT Project Manager role. You need to have a UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and already hold the right to work in the UK, as our client is not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You will be experienced in: both Agile and Waterfall methodology building key client relationships and managing stakeholders benefits tracking to ensure the benefits are realised and the project is successful financial management, of all related project expenditure, hardware, software, capital and op-ex. We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days - to avoid missing out please apply today.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for our valued client, who are a market-leading provider of IT Project Management Services. They are currently looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join their team, on a permanent, full-time basis, 5 days per week, working on client sites within the Slough/Berkshire region, with some opportunity to work from home, client/project dependent. The IT Project Manager role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a profit share bonus, employee assistance programme, company pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role of IT Project Manager As an IT Project Manager, you will be directly client facing, and responsible for leading and managing all aspects of IT projects, from conception to completion. This includes planning and scheduling, risk management, communication, and stakeholder management. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, as well as experience in managing complex projects. You should also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be working closely with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management. Key Responsibilities All aspects of client-side project management; accountability for project delivery Definition, scoping and planning of multi-disciplinary projects Stakeholder management Business case development Business change management Selection and implementation management Benefits tracking About you Candidates will have a proven track record of delivering complex technical IT projects, ideally with a minimum of 4-5 years experience within a dedicated IT Project Manager role. You need to have a UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and already hold the right to work in the UK, as our client is not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You will be experienced in: both Agile and Waterfall methodology building key client relationships and managing stakeholders benefits tracking to ensure the benefits are realised and the project is successful financial management, of all related project expenditure, hardware, software, capital and op-ex. We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days - to avoid missing out please apply today.
Pensions Manager Hybrid / Office-based Contract: Full Time 12-month FTC Competitive public sector salary + benefits We are seeking an experienced Assistant Pensions Manager to join a busy payroll and pensions function within a public sector environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a pensions professional with strong technical knowledge and leadership capability to play a key role in ensuring pension governance, compliance and high-quality service delivery. The Role Reporting to the Payroll and Pensions Manager, the Assistant Pensions Manager will support the effective administration and governance of pension arrangements, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and organisational policy. You will be responsible for the accurate and timely management of pension data and processes, while also contributing to strategic improvements, governance standards and pension-related projects. The role also includes line management responsibility for a Pensions Officer and acting as a key point of contact for pension-related matters across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Oversee the accurate and timely submission of pensionable pay and related data to the relevant administering authority. Ensure all pension transactions follow robust checking processes to maintain compliance and audit trails. Manage statutory pension data returns and reporting requirements. Review and improve pension processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery. Act as a key point of contact for pension-related queries internally and with the pension administering authority. Provide guidance and training to employees on pension matters and legislation. Support and attend pension-related meetings, preparing agendas, documentation and action logs. Manage complex pension casework and support the resolution of disputes in line with statutory requirements. Contribute to pension-related projects, research and reporting for senior leadership. Deputise for the Payroll and Pensions Manager where required. Lead, support and develop a Pensions Officer through effective people management. About You We are looking for a knowledgeable pensions professional with experience working within public sector pension schemes. You will bring: A good standard of education (A-Level or equivalent experience). A relevant pensions qualification (such as CIPP or similar) or willingness to work towards one. Strong knowledge of pensions legislation, occupational pension schemes and HMRC regulations. Proven experience interpreting pension legislation and applying it in practice. Experience checking and validating pension calculations and pension data. Experience producing statutory returns and pension reports. Experience managing pension casework and resolving complex queries. Strong numerical ability and exceptional attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex pension information clearly. Strong IT skills, including Excel and Microsoft Office. Experience working with public sector pensions is essential. What's on Offer Competitive public sector salary and pension Flexible / hybrid working arrangements Professional development opportunities The opportunity to contribute to important governance and pension strategy work This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their pensions career while making a meaningful contribution within a public sector organisation. If you would like to learn more or apply, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
Pensions Manager Hybrid / Office-based Contract: Full Time 12-month FTC Competitive public sector salary + benefits We are seeking an experienced Assistant Pensions Manager to join a busy payroll and pensions function within a public sector environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a pensions professional with strong technical knowledge and leadership capability to play a key role in ensuring pension governance, compliance and high-quality service delivery. The Role Reporting to the Payroll and Pensions Manager, the Assistant Pensions Manager will support the effective administration and governance of pension arrangements, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and organisational policy. You will be responsible for the accurate and timely management of pension data and processes, while also contributing to strategic improvements, governance standards and pension-related projects. The role also includes line management responsibility for a Pensions Officer and acting as a key point of contact for pension-related matters across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Oversee the accurate and timely submission of pensionable pay and related data to the relevant administering authority. Ensure all pension transactions follow robust checking processes to maintain compliance and audit trails. Manage statutory pension data returns and reporting requirements. Review and improve pension processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery. Act as a key point of contact for pension-related queries internally and with the pension administering authority. Provide guidance and training to employees on pension matters and legislation. Support and attend pension-related meetings, preparing agendas, documentation and action logs. Manage complex pension casework and support the resolution of disputes in line with statutory requirements. Contribute to pension-related projects, research and reporting for senior leadership. Deputise for the Payroll and Pensions Manager where required. Lead, support and develop a Pensions Officer through effective people management. About You We are looking for a knowledgeable pensions professional with experience working within public sector pension schemes. You will bring: A good standard of education (A-Level or equivalent experience). A relevant pensions qualification (such as CIPP or similar) or willingness to work towards one. Strong knowledge of pensions legislation, occupational pension schemes and HMRC regulations. Proven experience interpreting pension legislation and applying it in practice. Experience checking and validating pension calculations and pension data. Experience producing statutory returns and pension reports. Experience managing pension casework and resolving complex queries. Strong numerical ability and exceptional attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex pension information clearly. Strong IT skills, including Excel and Microsoft Office. Experience working with public sector pensions is essential. What's on Offer Competitive public sector salary and pension Flexible / hybrid working arrangements Professional development opportunities The opportunity to contribute to important governance and pension strategy work This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their pensions career while making a meaningful contribution within a public sector organisation. If you would like to learn more or apply, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Inventory Control & Assurance Manager - Fulfilment Centre Baginton, Coventry, UK Job Description Posted Tuesday 30 December 2025 at 01:00 Expires Sunday 1 February 2026 at 00:59 Safeguarding stock integrity, inventory space utilisation and inventory accuracy within a fast-paced, semi-automated books re-commerce fulfilment centre delivering B2C & B2B e-fulfilment logistics. At World of Books, we're on a mission to become the Planet's Bookstore. Our business was founded in 2002 with the purpose of encouraging recycling, minimising waste, and fostering sustainability by giving books a second life. Since then, we've grown into the world's largest seller of used books, providing millions of customers with an affordable way to discover, purchase and enjoy books sustainably. Role Purpose Reporting to the Fulfilment Centre Manager, you will be responsible for leading all inventory control activities including cycle counting, variance resolution, book grading standards and inventory assurance processes ensuring stock accuracy, low shrinkage and strong operational discipline. Our warehouses operate seven days per week with over 500 operatives across day and night shifts. As the Inventory Control & Assurance Manager you'll lead and develop a team of Inventory Team Leader, Senior Inventory Assistants and Inventory Assistants ensuring they deliver high-quality investigations, timely reconciliations and consistent compliance with inventory procedures. You'll also drive continuous improvement, data-driven analysis and cross-functional cooperation to strengthen accuracy, space optimisation and inbound books grading reliability. Working closely with Operations, Finance and Project teams, you'll ensure strong inventory health, controlled space usage and a dependable flow of accurate stock, while contributing S&OP and supply-chain planning insight and providing data-driven guidance to senior leaders for business-wide decision making. Key responsibilities will include: Inventory Leadership & People Management Lead and develop a team of Senior Inventory Assistants and Inventory Assistants ensuring effective performance, accountability and adherence to inventory processes while also identifying future business needs and developing the right systems and processes to support the long-term operational roadmap. Oversee cycle counting programmes, variance investigations and reconciliation activities to uphold high standards of inventory accuracy. Maintain strong operational discipline across all inventory workflows, ensuring stock integrity and consistent execution of SOPs. Inventory Accuracy, Assurance & Shrink Control Own the site's end-to-end inventory assurance framework, ensuring industry-level standards of accuracy and stock reliability while leading year end stock audits. Identify and resolve discrepancies, nil picks and misplaced inventory using root-cause analysis and preventive countermeasures. Reduce shrinkage through structured audits, controls, compliance checks, and loss prevention practices. Space Management & Stock Flow Integrity Ensure inventory storage space is efficiently governed, predictable and optimised for operational needs. Work with Operations and Projects teams to support slotting strategies, space planning and process improvements that maintain efficient site layout and capacity readiness. Quality & Grading of Books Lead and refine the book grading process to ensure accurate, quality-compliant products enter the inventory. Partner with Inbound teams to enhance grading reliability, minimise exceptions, and maintain consistent standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Change Delivery Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Projects, Supply, and WMS/Tech teams to resolve issues impacting inventory flow and accuracy. Support transformation initiatives, WMS enhancements, and process changes to strengthen stock control and operational efficiency. Serve as the subject-matter expert on inventory behaviour within the custom WMS environment. Produce clear, insightful reporting on inventory accuracy, grading trends, shrink drivers, nil-pick performance and variance patterns including weekly and monthly presentations to stakeholders on space and inventory performance. Identify improvement opportunities, implement corrective actions, and lead structured root-cause investigations to enhance site performance. Use data-driven insights to support decision-making, including data analysis, KPI development, and performance measurement, to ensure sustainable, preventative improvements. Experience & Qualifications Significant experience in inventory control, stock management or fulfilment operations leadership, with strong financial and P&L acumen. Experience leading inventory teams within fast-paced, semi-automated fulfilment or logistics environments. Strong understanding of cycle counting, variance analysis, reconciliation and root cause methodology. Demonstrable ability to coach, inspire and develop operational teams. Data-driven mindset with strong analytical, investigative and reporting skills, including proficiency with data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with industry-leading and bespoke inventory/warehouse systems and best-practice processes. Proven capability in defining and delivering operational and development roadmaps. Effective cross-functional communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate across operational, technical and financial functions. High resilience, calmness under pressure and adaptability within a fast-paced operating environment. A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt qualification, relevant degree and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) would also be useful. Company Overview We have offices in the UK, US and Hungary, with over 1,000 employees dedicated to continuing to do good, protect the environment and support charities - as reflected in our certified B-Corp status. Our lines of business: World of Books: The UK's largest online retailer of used (and new!) books, reaching customers in over 190 countries through direct-to-consumer channels, marketplaces (e.g. Amazon and eBay) and wholesale partners. In the UK, >50% of sales are through the direct-to-consumer channel, which is also growing at pace in the US. World of Rare Books: Specialists in rare, vintage and first edition books, providing one of Europe's largest collections of pre-ISBN and decorative vintage books. Sell Your Books (SYB): An innovative app-based service enabling customers to scan barcodes or tap ISBN codes from their books for instant valuations and hassle-free resale. World of Books Enterprise: A SaaS product capable of scanning products on an industrial level, enabling organisations such as national charities to sell their books, generate additional revenue for good causes, and enable more items to be reused. Our business model is underpinned by a combination of proprietary and off-the-shelf technology, which enables us to dynamically select and price items. This means we're able to offer customers a unique range of products across a range of channels and at prices that cannot be found elsewhere.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Inventory Control & Assurance Manager - Fulfilment Centre Baginton, Coventry, UK Job Description Posted Tuesday 30 December 2025 at 01:00 Expires Sunday 1 February 2026 at 00:59 Safeguarding stock integrity, inventory space utilisation and inventory accuracy within a fast-paced, semi-automated books re-commerce fulfilment centre delivering B2C & B2B e-fulfilment logistics. At World of Books, we're on a mission to become the Planet's Bookstore. Our business was founded in 2002 with the purpose of encouraging recycling, minimising waste, and fostering sustainability by giving books a second life. Since then, we've grown into the world's largest seller of used books, providing millions of customers with an affordable way to discover, purchase and enjoy books sustainably. Role Purpose Reporting to the Fulfilment Centre Manager, you will be responsible for leading all inventory control activities including cycle counting, variance resolution, book grading standards and inventory assurance processes ensuring stock accuracy, low shrinkage and strong operational discipline. Our warehouses operate seven days per week with over 500 operatives across day and night shifts. As the Inventory Control & Assurance Manager you'll lead and develop a team of Inventory Team Leader, Senior Inventory Assistants and Inventory Assistants ensuring they deliver high-quality investigations, timely reconciliations and consistent compliance with inventory procedures. You'll also drive continuous improvement, data-driven analysis and cross-functional cooperation to strengthen accuracy, space optimisation and inbound books grading reliability. Working closely with Operations, Finance and Project teams, you'll ensure strong inventory health, controlled space usage and a dependable flow of accurate stock, while contributing S&OP and supply-chain planning insight and providing data-driven guidance to senior leaders for business-wide decision making. Key responsibilities will include: Inventory Leadership & People Management Lead and develop a team of Senior Inventory Assistants and Inventory Assistants ensuring effective performance, accountability and adherence to inventory processes while also identifying future business needs and developing the right systems and processes to support the long-term operational roadmap. Oversee cycle counting programmes, variance investigations and reconciliation activities to uphold high standards of inventory accuracy. Maintain strong operational discipline across all inventory workflows, ensuring stock integrity and consistent execution of SOPs. Inventory Accuracy, Assurance & Shrink Control Own the site's end-to-end inventory assurance framework, ensuring industry-level standards of accuracy and stock reliability while leading year end stock audits. Identify and resolve discrepancies, nil picks and misplaced inventory using root-cause analysis and preventive countermeasures. Reduce shrinkage through structured audits, controls, compliance checks, and loss prevention practices. Space Management & Stock Flow Integrity Ensure inventory storage space is efficiently governed, predictable and optimised for operational needs. Work with Operations and Projects teams to support slotting strategies, space planning and process improvements that maintain efficient site layout and capacity readiness. Quality & Grading of Books Lead and refine the book grading process to ensure accurate, quality-compliant products enter the inventory. Partner with Inbound teams to enhance grading reliability, minimise exceptions, and maintain consistent standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Change Delivery Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Projects, Supply, and WMS/Tech teams to resolve issues impacting inventory flow and accuracy. Support transformation initiatives, WMS enhancements, and process changes to strengthen stock control and operational efficiency. Serve as the subject-matter expert on inventory behaviour within the custom WMS environment. Produce clear, insightful reporting on inventory accuracy, grading trends, shrink drivers, nil-pick performance and variance patterns including weekly and monthly presentations to stakeholders on space and inventory performance. Identify improvement opportunities, implement corrective actions, and lead structured root-cause investigations to enhance site performance. Use data-driven insights to support decision-making, including data analysis, KPI development, and performance measurement, to ensure sustainable, preventative improvements. Experience & Qualifications Significant experience in inventory control, stock management or fulfilment operations leadership, with strong financial and P&L acumen. Experience leading inventory teams within fast-paced, semi-automated fulfilment or logistics environments. Strong understanding of cycle counting, variance analysis, reconciliation and root cause methodology. Demonstrable ability to coach, inspire and develop operational teams. Data-driven mindset with strong analytical, investigative and reporting skills, including proficiency with data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau). Experience with industry-leading and bespoke inventory/warehouse systems and best-practice processes. Proven capability in defining and delivering operational and development roadmaps. Effective cross-functional communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate across operational, technical and financial functions. High resilience, calmness under pressure and adaptability within a fast-paced operating environment. A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt qualification, relevant degree and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) would also be useful. Company Overview We have offices in the UK, US and Hungary, with over 1,000 employees dedicated to continuing to do good, protect the environment and support charities - as reflected in our certified B-Corp status. Our lines of business: World of Books: The UK's largest online retailer of used (and new!) books, reaching customers in over 190 countries through direct-to-consumer channels, marketplaces (e.g. Amazon and eBay) and wholesale partners. In the UK, >50% of sales are through the direct-to-consumer channel, which is also growing at pace in the US. World of Rare Books: Specialists in rare, vintage and first edition books, providing one of Europe's largest collections of pre-ISBN and decorative vintage books. Sell Your Books (SYB): An innovative app-based service enabling customers to scan barcodes or tap ISBN codes from their books for instant valuations and hassle-free resale. World of Books Enterprise: A SaaS product capable of scanning products on an industrial level, enabling organisations such as national charities to sell their books, generate additional revenue for good causes, and enable more items to be reused. Our business model is underpinned by a combination of proprietary and off-the-shelf technology, which enables us to dynamically select and price items. This means we're able to offer customers a unique range of products across a range of channels and at prices that cannot be found elsewhere.
