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World Rugby is looking for a Head of Workforce who will be working in London. The candidate should have experience in workforce planning and operations at major international events and HR management. About the job World Rugby is the world governing and law making body for the sport of Rugby Union. In addition to its governance functions World Rugby has established World Rugby Events & Media DAC (WREM) - which is charged with organising and delivering World Rugby's major international events including the men's and women's Rugby World Cups and the annual Sevens World Series (SVNS). World Rugby is now on a mission to innovate, excite, inspire and engage new audiences in existing and new rugby markets to grow the sport for all. Through WREM, the delivery of these major tournaments under a new model will be key to the success of a ten year strategic plan. This started with the hugely successful delivery of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 which was held in England and will continue with Rugby World Cups in Australia in 2027 played by men, Australia 2029 played by women and culminating in groundbreaking tournaments in the USA in 2031 and 2033 played by men and women respectively. The renowned Sevens World Series has been relaunched as 'SVNS' to be the gateway for engaging new fans and audiences with the sport of rugby union. The delivery of an annual calendar of events involving the home international matches for the USA national men's and women's 15s and 7s teams is also the responsibility of WREM and is part of the runway activity through to RWCs 2031 and 2033 in the USA. Under the new operating model launched in 2022, World Rugby has a more direct role in the setting up, running and delivery of the Rugby World Cups and SVNS and aims to be a leader in the delivery of major international events. WREM has established and will continue to establish local teams in Australia for Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 and will be establishing local delivery teams in the USA to support the planning and delivery of RWC 2031. Event Delivery Partnerships have been established in each territory for the delivery of the SVNS series and the USA annual events. World Rugby is looking to appoint a Head of Workforce, reporting to the Director of Event Delivery, on a Fixed Term Contract basis to cover for a maternity period and ensure the continued development of operational capabilities in the Workforce areas. Objective of the role This role will have a primary focus on Tournament Time Workforce for Rugby World Cups and will be responsible for implementing the WREM Workforce planning and operating practices. These will provide the local teams with clear guidance on what and how they need to deliver to achieve the standards required and to exploit efficiencies, avoid duplications, and to provide maximise opportunities to develop WREM capabilities and develop future talent pipeline through the effective seconding and deployment of World Rugby central staff at Tournament Time. In addition, there will also be an element of the role that will be responsible for working closely with World Rugby's People & Culture (P&C) Team, to support the continued integration between WREM and the P&C Team, along with further developing HR processes to be adopted by WREM and the local teams. Emphasis will be on developing best in class practices, incorporating blue sky thinking combined with learnings from practical operational experiences. Principal accoutabilities Refine the Workforce planning and operations concepts for Rugby World Cups (initially) including for relevant Volunteer programmes, recruitment, onboarding, training, and deployment; Develop and design strategic Tournament Time workforce journeys and mobilisation plans for delivery by the local team Oversee the integration between WREM and World Rugby's People & Culture team, and taking responsibility for driving People & Culture activities and policies within WREM Oversee specific Workforce Planning for each tournament, incorporating central and local World Rugby staff to ensure efficient and effective deployment Develop the Workforce planning tools - for introduction and consistent use by WREM Local Teams to cover all categories of workforce; paid staff, volunteers, contractors, secondees, consultants, temporary Tournament Time staff. To include role planning, dot planning, efficiency and effectiveness, deployment planning Ensure effective implementation of Tournament Management System Workforce module specifications - to cover all functional requirements - core data, link to Accreditation, links to HR systems, role assignments, scheduling, rostering, uniforming, reward and recognition, training and volunteer recruitment. This includes leading User Acceptance Testing, commissioning and deployment to users in local teams and centrally Train and support the development of training for Central staff, local team staff, volunteers and both central and local contractors/suppliers Support local teams in establishment of their Workforce Functional Areas, including operational documentation, service levels and client standards Develop generic workforce policies, procedures and entitlements for application by the local teams Lead the contract management for Consultants/Contractors engaged by WREM to support event delivery and capability Oversee the Uniform Programme for Central and Local Teams including Tournament Time Uniform Qualifications & experience Essential for candidates to have 5+ years' experience at a senior level in Major International Events Workforce planning and operations as well as experience in Human Resource management Recognisable as a leading senior professional in the field of Workforce planning and operations Essential for candidates to have played a senior role in managing a large-scale major event volunteer recruitment, selection and operational deployment programme Proven successful management in a multi stakeholder environment Proven experience in developing systems, tools and policies in a high volume workforce environment Excellent planning and organisation skills including project planning Experienced in all MS Office programmes (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Positive, outgoing personality - collaborative, persistent, resilient and diplomatic. Ability to forge strong collaborative relationships and a team player Ability to work on own initiative Demonstrably high levels of integrity Share and embrace World Rugby's core values; Discipline, respect, integrity, passion and solidarity through teamwork Contract basis Fixed Term Contract period of 12 months. Start date: 1st June 2026 Most of our roles offer hybrid working. We ask colleagues to work : Three (3) days a week "out of home". Two (2) "core" office days (Tuesday & Wednesday) and a third day of your choice to be with stakeholders. "Out of home" can mean working in a World Rugby office/hub, working from a venue or face to face meetings with partners/suppliers/agencies/teammates or other rugby family stakeholders. The remaining two (2) days are flexible to work from home (or the office) This applies to our Dublin & London offices.

Director of Public Affairs Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Member of: Senior Leadership Team Location: Hybrid - office in central London, with regular travel to Westminster, Whitehall and member/industry events. Contract: Permanent, Full Time or reduced hours. Remuneration: Competitive, commensurate with experience. About The Ivors Academy The Ivors Academy is the leading voice for songwriters and composers. As a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting music writers, we protect their rights, empower them with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive, and celebrate their craft. Through advocacy, education and awards, The Ivors Academy protects, empowers and celebrates the songwriters and composers who originate all the value in music, working to ensure they are fairly compensated, fully respected and supported throughout their careers. It is a pivotal time to join the organisation. Songwriters and composers sit at the centre of the most consequential policy debates facing the creative industries, generative AI and copyright, fair streaming remuneration, licensing reform and the long-term recognition of creators' contribution to the UK's cultural and economic life. The Director of Public Affairs will lead the Academy's voice in those debates and associated activity. Purpose of the role The Director of Public Affairs will serve as the champion for songwriters and composers, shaping the legislative, regulatory and public-policy landscape to protect and elevate music creators. By bridging high-level political advocacy, robust evidence-based policy positions and creative campaign management, this role ensures the economic and cultural value of human composition remains at the heart of the creative industries' growth strategy. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, the post-holder will set and deliver the Academy's public affairs strategy: influencing policymakers, leading rapid-response and reputation building communications on behalf of creators, and strengthening the standing of the Academy and its members with Government, regulators, the wider creative sector and the public. Operating across the UK, Europe and international markets, you will lead engagement with government ministers in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, other UK parliamentarians, global regulators and industry coalitions - turning complex regulatory and political developments into decisive advocacy strategies that champion the craft and value of songwriting and composition. This is a high-profile role for a public affairs leader who combines sharp political judgement with authentic relationship-building, and who can unite diverse stakeholders, policymakers and allies around a shared goal. Key responsibilities and core tasks Strategic influence and creator advocacy: Champion the value of the song and composition by overseeing and executing a proactive, global public affairs strategy that elevates the economic status, legal protection and cultural appreciation of songwriters and composers. Oversee the design and delivery of advocacy campaigns in response to significant policy developments in the UK and elsewhere, ensuring these reflect the voices and concerns of the diversity of Academy members and land with real impact. Lead the Academy's policy positioning on critical creator issues, with particular focus on copyright, fair remuneration and responsible AI integration. Monitor political, legal and regulatory developments to anticipate risks, deliver rapid-response briefings and recommend clear strategic paths forward. Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Chair, Board and Senate, briefing on emerging issues with clarity and pace. Political engagement and government relations: Build and maintain high-level relationships with ministers, MPs, peers, select committees, special advisers principally across Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, and the Intellectual Property Office (IPO). Build and maintain high-level relationships with ministers and parliamentarians in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and international policymakers. Lead the drafting of policy responses, consultation and parliamentary inquiry submissions, and drive international policy engagement that improves outcomes for songwriters and composers. Oversee a high-impact calendar of political engagement in and outside of the UK, including party-conference activity, parliamentary receptions, roundtables and summits. Support efforts to secure funding for policy, public-affairs, campaigning and research work as required. Industry leadership: Act as a representative and spokesperson for the Academy on policy matters, deputising at meetings of the UK Music Board and British Copyright Council, and in broader UK and international creative coalitions. Build and maintain a network of industry partners, including UK Music, the British Copyright Council, the Council of Music Makers, the Creators' Rights Alliance, PRS for Music and PPL in the UK, and international partners including IMRO, Credits Due, and the two music publishing organisations, ICMP and IMPF, to maximise the reach and impact of the Academy's advocacy. Ensure the Academy actively contributes to and shapes the policy, public-affairs and campaigning work of allied industry organisations. Research and internal collaboration: Oversee the tracking of policy developments at national, European and global level that may affect songwriters, composers and the wider music and creative industries. Drive research initiatives, public polling and the collection of economic impact data to underpin policy asks with robust evidence. Oversee the Academy's involvement in research being undertaken by industry partners to ensure the proper reflection/representation of composers and songwriters. Partner closely with the membership, and marketing and communications teams to translate policy positions into compelling public narratives and integrated advocacy campaigns. Provide strategic direction and line management to the policy team, and lead engagement with relevant external agencies and consultants. Support and advice Ethics Committee on general affairs impacting songwriters and composers Lead and shape the Senate and Councils agendas, and associated policy and public affairs updates and the roll out of these across The Ivors Academy's website and other communication channels. Requirements and skills Essential: Political acumen. Demonstrable experience developing and leading public affairs, government relations, policy and campaign initiatives within the music, creative or intellectual property sectors, ideally for a non-profit or membership-based organisation. Strategic communications. An exceptional campaigner and communicator, able to draft detailed submissions and to distil complex legal and technical issues into sharp, persuasive messaging for politicians, media and the general public. Relationship management. Established, high-level networks across UK governments, parliaments, EU institutions and other international policy bodies, with the credibility to build new relationships at the most senior levels. Leadership experience. Experience managing cross-functional teams and external agencies, and advising C-suite leadership through fast-moving policy developments. Judgement under pressure. Track record of leading on sensitive, high-profile or contested issues with discretion, sound judgement and an instinct for political risk. Sector understanding. Understanding of the music industry or a comparable creative or other intellectual property sector, and a strong desire to advocate for and champion creators' rights. Values and inclusion. An inclusive, collaborative leadership style and a commitment to building a more diverse and equitable music industry. Desirable: Understanding of copyright law, licensing frameworks, digital rights management and related legal considerations, as well as the policy challenges facing modern songwriters and composers. Experience of a trade body, membership organisation or coalition environment, where progress depends on building consensus among members with different interests. Prior service within government, parliament or a regulator, or in senior public affairs roles in adjacent regulated sectors (e.g. other creative industries, tech, broadcasting, IP-intensive industries). Familiarity with UK, international and EU policy landscapes affecting copyright, trade and the digital economy. What we offer: A competitive salary, reflective of a senior leadership role. Hybrid working from our central London office, with the flexibility expected. Generous annual leave, rising with service, and enhanced family-leave policies. Pension contribution and employee assistance programme. The opportunity to shape policy that affects every songwriter and composer globally. Application process Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing how your experience meets our requirements, your salary and hours expectation by an email via the button below by end of day, Sunday 13 September 2026. . click apply for full job details

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - US The Senior Project Manager - Capital Projectssupports schools across North America in delivering high-quality capital projects including new campuses, expansions, and major renovations. The role manages projects from initial feasibility through design, procurement, construction, and operational handover. The position ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with Nord Anglia Education standards. The Senior Project Manager will lead the procurement of architects, engineers, and contractors, manage the tender process, and oversee construction delivery. A key part of the role is to ensure school facilities are operationally fit-for-purpose by integrating academic programming, operational requirements, and FF&E planning throughout the project lifecycle. Strong stakeholder engagement with school leadership, contractors, consultants, and regional teams is essential. REPORTS TO: Head of Development JOB RESPONSIBILITIES BUSINESS GROWTH & REPUTATION • Lead day-to-day management of capital projects from initial feasibility through construction completion. • Develop project briefs, feasibility studies, budgets, and delivery strategies. • Procure architects, engineers, consultants, and general contractors through structured tender processes. • Ensure operational needs (safeguarding, security, health & safety) are integrated into builds. • Evaluate bids and recommend award decisions based on cost, capability, and quality. • Measured by: Timely project delivery, adherence to budget and quality standards, and positive stakeholder feedback. PROJECT DELIVERY & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT • Manage the design development process ensuring alignment with educational and operational requirements. • Oversee construction delivery including schedule monitoring, cost management, and quality assurance. • Review and interrogate contractor bids, construction budgets, and change orders. • Lead value engineering on any redesigns to improve deliverables. • Ensure compliance with local permitting requirements and regulatory standards. • Establishes rigorous project governance and reporting structures across projects. • Measured by: On-time project completion, effective contractor management, and successful project handover, and compliance with NAE guidelines. FF&E PLANNING AND OPERATIONAL READINESS • Coordinate with school leadership and operations teams to define FF&E requirements. • Coordinate with safeguarding, security, health & safety teams to ensure specific requirements are captured in consolidated construction and FF&E designs • Integrate school-specific FF&E vendors with the construction program to ensure coordinated delivery. • Ensure completed facilities are fully operational and aligned with academic programming. • Supporting the Principal as appropriate with early activities such as marketing and events. • Measured by: Successful operational readiness and effective integration of FF&E into project delivery. PROCESS DEVELOPMENT & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT • Conduct post-project reviews assessing cost, quality, and schedule performance. • Develop standardized project delivery frameworks and guidelines for schools. • Implement consistent processes across the region to improve efficiency and project outcomes. • Measured by: Quality of budget reviews, cost analysis, financial tracking.post-project assessments and implementation of best practices COLLABORATION & EXTERNAL PARTNERSHIPS • Collaborate closely with school leadership, operations teams, and regional departments including legal, finance, and health & safety. • Build strong relationships with consultants, contractors, and vendors. • Working closely with internal Group Nord Anglia Education and marketing team and the Regional Finance & HR Teams. • Working closely with Regional IT Director to set up school IT infrastructure • Provide advisory support to schools undertaking renovation or expansion projects. • Measured by: Effective stakeholder collaboration and successful project outcomes. OTHER • Promote and model Nord Anglia Education's values and leadership capabilities. • Support schools with facility-related issues and operational challenges. • Commitment to safeguarding and child protection. • Measured by: Active contribution to regional success and alignment with Nord Anglia values. JOB REQUIREMENTS Qualifications / Training Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline (required). Professional architectural registration or equivalent experience preferred . Experience / Knowledge / Skills Minimum 10 years of project management experience in large-scale institutional or commercial construction. Demonstrated experience managing projects from concept through completion. Strong experience procuring architects, consultants, and contractors through structured tender processes. Experience managing capital budgets, IT platforms and construction delivery. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Strong analytical and report-writing capabilities. Willingness to travel across North America (30-50%). Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities. Proactive, solutions-oriented approach. High integrity and strong professional judgment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Team player with astute executive maturity Affinity with the education sector. Job Description Please write the Job Description. Job Responsibilities Required Skills/Abilities Please write the Required Skills/Abilities.

AWS Principal Platform Engineer - UK Security Clearance required. Location: London, UK (Hybrid - typically 1 day per week in office/on-site) Contract: Permanent, Full-time Package: £90,000 - £120,000 + 10% Bonus + 10% Shares + Benefits (see more below) About Us At Appvia, we help organisations navigate their journey to Cloud and DevOps maturity. We are a specialist cloud and platform engineering consultancy and product house, delivering modern cloud platforms that enable teams to build, deploy, and operate software securely and efficiently. Our mission is to enable every organisation to deliver applications confidently in the cloud. We focus on building strong platform foundations, combining automation, governance, and developer enablement, so engineering teams can move faster without compromising on reliability or security. We work across public and private sector customers, supporting large scale transformation programmes and long term platform evolution. About the Role As an AWS Principal Platform Engineer, you will play a senior technical leadership role across Appvia's platform engineering engagements. You will help customers design, build, and evolve scalable, resilient, and secure cloud platforms, while guiding teams towards modern DevOps and platform engineering best practices. This is a hands on leadership role for someone who enjoys operating at the intersection of engineering, architecture, and consultancy. You will work closely with engineers, delivery leads, and solution architects, shaping technical direction, supporting early stage solution design, and mentoring teams as they deliver complex cloud platforms. You will also contribute to Appvia's wider engineering capability, influencing standards, patterns, and approaches that are reused across multiple customer engagements. Interview Process - 4 Stage Discovery conversation with Talent Acquisition Paired technical assessment with an Engineering team member Technical deep dive with Practice Leadership Competency focused final interview with Engineering Leadership Important You must either hold active SC, or be eligible for SC: British Passport or ILR To have resided in the UK for at least the last 5 years. Have no criminal records. Have no financial irregularities. About you You'll be passionate about new technology and automation, and experienced in leading an Engineering Team in Agile and DevOps best practices. You'll also be able to talk to us about your: Expert knowledge of continuous integration and deployment practices Ability to collaborate with people of all levels of technical ability Ability to lead and mentor on industry best practices Project Management experience Fantastic people skills, including the ability to motivate a team towards a common goal Bid work and Pre Sales Engineering experience Responsibilities Collaborate with prospective and existing customers to define and execute strategies for cloud and DevOps adoption. Educate customers and industry stakeholders on the benefits and best practices of cloud native technologies. Lead large, complex public cloud projects, providing strategic direction and selecting appropriate technologies. Manage teams of platform engineers and consultants, fostering a positive and collaborative team culture. Engage with enterprise clients to understand their unique challenges and deliver tailored solutions. Stay up to date with the latest trends and emerging technologies, contributing to industry knowledge sharing through blog posts and videos. Skills Platform Engineering: Mastery of designing and implementing scalable, resilient, and secure platforms. Automation: Expertise in infrastructure as code (IaC) practices, automation tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and scripting languages (e.g. Python, Ruby). Container Orchestration: In depth knowledge and hands on experience with Kubernetes and its managed counterparts (EKS, AKS, GKE). Public Cloud Expertise: In depth knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP services, architecture, and best practices. DevOps Mastery: Excellent knowledge of CI/CD, containerisation, and serverless technologies. Networking: Expertise in designing and managing secure, scalable AWS network architectures (VPC, VPN, Load Balancers, Transit Gateway). Experience Leadership on Large Projects: Proven experience leading and delivering large, complex public cloud projects. Team Management and Mentorship: Extensive experience leading and managing teams, fostering a collaborative culture, and mentoring team members. Enterprise Customer Facing Experience: Significant experience engaging with enterprise clients, managing relationships, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Continuous Learning and Industry Involvement: Proven commitment to staying up to date with the latest trends and contributing to industry knowledge sharing. Qualifications Certification in relevant cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) at an expert/professional level is highly desirable, e.g.: AWS Solutions Architect Professional AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty (highly desirable) Certification in Kubernetes administration is desirable: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKSS) Why join Appvia? We are a self funded, London based startup; providing businesses with a fast and secure way to deploy containerised applications into the cloud. We are on a mission to enable organisations to make cloud based software delivery simple and efficient, whilst having the insights into costs, security and cadence. As a company that holds customers at the heart of everything we do, we are looking for candidates that want to make a real change to how Dev and Ops is working in the industry. With our customers, such as the UK's Home Office & Bank of England, are harnessing cloud native technologies, limiting the challenges of infrastructure management and rapidly delivering digital products. What's on offer? Work life balance Flexible working with core hours of 10 4pm because we know life happens outside of work Hybrid working - only one compulsory office day per month 25 days' holiday a year, plus bank holidays An additional day off for your birthday Enhanced maternity and paternity to full pay Workplace Nursery Benefit to help working parents For your well being Full Private Healthcare cover for you with partners and children covered 50% Death in Service Cycle to Work scheme Electric Car Scheme Pension plus a salary sacrifice option for even greater savings Employee Assistance Programme Free hygiene products available in the London office Mental health support Free therapy through AXA Access to the Headspace App Trained Mental Health First Aiders Other fun perks Learning budget of £1,000 a year Your own MacBook Pro while you work at Appvia Dog friendly office Wear what makes you comfortable Free snacks in the office Pool table & ping pong table Regular team socials, board game nights, industry meetups and more! We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage, respect, and recognise diversity of thought and background throughout the business. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity, and disability status. Note: While all roles are active and approved at the time of posting, the dynamic nature of our start up means some applications may be processed to pipeline talent for future opportunities rather than current openings. We will strive to keep you informed of any changes to the status of your application.

Job Description Overview Shape the future of our cities and environments. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally. We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life. Our ecology team truly strives to make a positive difference to the natural environment, by working closely with other disciplines across our business to engage in projects from the outset, ensuring ecology is considered at the earliest possible stage. This collaborative working helps to drive forward nature positive schemes that we are proud of. Our award winning team of over 130 ecologists (including the President of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and three CIEEM Fellows) work across a range of exciting habitat creation, research, development and major infrastructure projects; we also design new innovations and help inform policy. At AtkinsRéalis our people are the foundation of our business and that's why we put our people first. With this in mind, we provide an incredibly flexible and inclusive working environment with staff wellbeing being front and centre of all our decisions. We also understand that not everyone chooses to take the university route in terms of education - we are open to taking on ecologists without a degree and we are working closely with the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) to make entry into the environmental industry more inclusive for all. For us, it is the experience, knowledge and, above all, your ability to fit in well with our existing team of ecologists, that really matters. Your role Client facing/client interaction - The candidate will demonstrate an understanding of clients' requirements. Supporting on nationally important infrastructure projects, managing project programmes and budgets. Planning and undertaking field surveys; analysing and interpreting survey results. Designing and co ordinating ecological mitigation. Authoring and checking a range of ecological reports and licence applications. Interdisciplinary engagement - the candidate will actively seek to engage with other areas of the business, seeking opportunities to cross sell and leverage AtkinsRéalis' capabilities, preparing bids, supporting on strategic opportunities, building client relationships (internal and external) and driving work winning in the region. Candidate will proactively provide innovation on projects and within the ecology team. Candidate may coach, mentor and support other staff members in their development. This role will have tailored mentoring and support towards achieving career goals, such as Chartership. Appropriate training courses external and internal will be reviewed with your mentor and Practice Manager. About you Full Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), or actively working towards this. Strong skills in report writing, including preparing Preliminary Ecological Assessments, Ecological Impact Assessments, Biodiversity Chapters for Ecological Impact Assessments and Habitats Regulations Assessment (including Appropriate Assessment) and Protected species survey licence(s). Strong working knowledge and experience of UK Habitat survey, habitat condition assessments, and the Defra Biodiversity Metric. Ideally project management experience including technical, financial and quality assurance aspects. Experience of working on Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and familiarity with the Development Consent Order (DCO) process, would be viewed favourably. A desire to contribute to the growth and development of the team. A full UK/EEC driving licence. Rewards & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. 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. Be rewarded. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, 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. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence - all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa's collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly - all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World's Best Management Consulting Firms. Our Global People Function are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join them on a 15 month FTC. We have a team of dedicated and talented professionals, taking responsibility for all "people" aspects of the business. This includes the whole employee life cycle, from attracting new joiners, on-boarding, development throughout their career, ensuring they work in a balanced and healthy way, supporting them when needed, enabling efficient and effective processes throughout, every day, for their entire journey at Baringa. As we continue to grow organically, we need to ensure our people offerings are set up to enable the future size and shape of the business to operate effectively and efficiently, using the appropriate tools. Supporting the ever-evolving business needs and being a key player in the change management of the firm, is a core part of this role. What you will be doing Be the principal HRBP for Baringa Enablement, our Corporate function, on a 15-month fixed-term contract, looking after the full breadth of the people agenda. HRBP roles at Baringa are very broad, so there will be plenty of scope to operate across a range of people activities, including workforce planning, talent and succession, leadership capability, performance and development, employee relations, employee engagement, reward, promotions and people insights. Develop and own the People Plan for Baringa Enablement, translating people priorities into clear actions, ensuring progress is made by engaging the right parts of the People function, such as Reward, Recruitment and L&D, as well as wider Baringa Enablement functions, to deliver joined-up outcomes. Build trusted relationships with senior leaders in BE, providing support, advice, coaching and constructive challenge to help them deliver the people elements of their business plans and achieve positive people and business outcomes. Work closely with the Head of BE, who is Baringa's COO, as well as BE function leads across People, IT, Marketing, Consulting Operations, Legal and Finance. Use people insights, data and feedback, including engagement, attrition, performance, ER and workforce planning data, to identify risks, opportunities and emerging priorities, helping to inform decision-making and people interventions across Support organisational change and transformation activity within BE, helping function leads navigate change and manage people impacts effectively. Support leaders and people managers across a range of people matters, including organisational effectiveness, talent, engagement, performance and development, providing pragmatic, commercial and people-focused guidance that helps teams be set up for success. You will manage an HR Advisor who provides dedicated support to You will work closely with our global HRBPs to support the global BE agenda across different locations, while also providing support to BE colleagues by sharing context and flexing your approach to reflect different cultures, teams and jurisdictional requirements. Your skills and experience Significant HR Business Partner experience, ideally gained within a professional services, consulting or partnership environment, with a track record of partnering with senior leaders to deliver business and people outcomes. Experience operating across complex client groups or functions, with an understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with supporting diverse and evolving business needs. Deep employee relations expertise, including managing complex and sensitive cases independently and providing pragmatic, risk-based advice that balances legal, commercial and people considerations. Strong knowledge of local employment legislation and market practice, with the ability to anticipate and respond to legislative changes, shaping people approaches and influencing stakeholders accordingly. Demonstrated ability to build credibility with Partners and senior leaders, providing strategic counsel, challenge and coaching to support effective decision-making and leadership capability. Strong organisational effectiveness and workforce planning capability, with experience translating business priorities into people strategies and interventions that drive performance, engagement and growth. Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to navigate complexity, challenge constructively and build alignment across diverse stakeholder groups. Operates with a high degree of autonomy, sound judgement and commercial awareness, balancing local business needs with the long-term interests and values of Baringa. Strong project and change management skills, with the ability to lead multiple strategic people initiatives simultaneously and deliver measurable outcomes. What a career at Baringa will give you Putting People First. Baringa is a People First company and wellbeing is at the forefront of our culture. We recognise the importance of work-life balance and flexible working and provide our staff amazing benefits. Some of these benefits include: Generous Annual Leave Policy: We recognise everyone needs a well-deserved break. We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5-Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service. Flexible Working: We know that the 'ideal' work-life balance will vary from person to person and change at different stages of our working lives. To accommodate this, we have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave. Corporate Responsibility Days: Our world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to us. Wellbeing Fund: We want to encourage all employees to take charge and prioritise their own wellbeing. We've introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice. Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company's success. Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people. You can be a part of our 'Great Place to Work' - with our commitment to women and well-being in the workplace for all. Click here to see some of our recent awards and how we've achieved this. Using business as a force for good. We maintain high standards of environmental performance and transparency, which can be seen through our commitment to Net Zero with our SBTI-verified Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reduction targets and our support of the Better Business Act. We report our progress publicly and ensure that we are also externally assessed and scored through organisations like CDP and EcoVadis - helping us to continually identify where we can improve. We have a long legacy of supporting the communities in which we work, and offer a variety of ways to contribute, by putting people first and creating impact that lasts. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda is about giving back to the communities in which we live and work by sharing our skills, talent and time. In essence, we aim to empower and encourage everyone in the firm to contribute to the things we care about, and support registered charities and organisations with a clear social or environmental purpose to increase the positive impact they can have. All applications received will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We never rely solely on automated screening or AI tools to make hiring decisions. Your application will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender . click apply for full job details

One of my clients based in Aberdeen has a need for a Principal Safety Consultant. The person my client is looking for must have a strong background in Technical/Process Safety and have experience in Safety Case Review, Facilitation and Safety Studies. Ideally you will have spent some time working for a consultant or an Operator working on North Sea Projects click apply for full job details

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is looking for a Principal or Senior Principal Consultant in Environmental and Radioactive Waste Management to join their team. The role offers opportunities across various locations in the UK including Glasgow, and focuses on consultancy services in the nuclear sector. Your responsibilities will include leading projects, developing waste strategies, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This is a chance to significantly impact the future of nuclear infrastructure while working collaboratively within a growing team. Stantec offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and a range of benefits to support your career growth.

Stantec's Nuclear team is entering an exciting phase of growth. Having secured positions on several significant multi-year frameworks, we are expanding our capability to support some of the most complex and impactful projects across the nuclear sector. We are looking for a Principal or Senior Principal Consultant in Environmental and Radioactive Waste Management to join our growing team. With opportunities to be based in Warrington, Manchester, Glasgow, Bristol, Northampton, or Cambridge, this role offers the chance to work with a wide range of clients including Gigawatt-scale and Small Modular Reactor (SMR) developers, nuclear site licensees, waste management organisations, regulators, and the defence sector. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of the nuclear industry, supporting projects across the entire nuclear lifecycle - from new build and operational facilities through to decommissioning and the safe management of radioactive waste. About the Role As a Principal or Senior Principal Consultant, you will play a senior leadership role within our Nuclear team, providing specialist environmental and radioactive waste consultancy services to clients across the UK and internationally. You will lead the delivery of technically complex projects, supporting nuclear new build and decommissioning programmes through the development of waste strategies, environmental safety cases, permitting strategies, and regulatory compliance programmes. Your expertise will help clients navigate environmental and radioactive waste management challenges while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements. Alongside technical delivery, you will help drive the continued growth of the business through business development activities, ranging from identifying opportunities and developing client relationships to leading bids and preparing technical proposals. You will also take an active role in developing our people, mentoring colleagues, building team capability, and supporting the growth of a high performing consultancy team. As a senior member of the business, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, helping to shape internal processes, standards, and procedures to ensure we continue to deliver excellence across our projects and services. Your Impact In this role, you will directly influence the safe, sustainable, and effective management of radioactive materials and environmental challenges across some of the UK's most important nuclear programmes. Your advice and technical leadership will support clients in making informed decisions that balance operational, environmental, regulatory, and commercial considerations. Through the development of waste management strategies, environmental submissions, safety cases, and regulatory engagement plans, you will help organisations successfully navigate complex challenges throughout the nuclear lifecycle. Your expertise will contribute to the safe decommissioning of legacy facilities, the development of next generation nuclear technologies, and the responsible management of radioactive waste. Beyond project delivery, you will play an important role in shaping the future of our Nuclear business. Through business development, client engagement, mentoring, and capability building, you will help strengthen our market position, expand our client base, and support the development of the next generation of nuclear consultants. Ultimately, your work will contribute to the advancement of safe, sustainable nuclear infrastructure, helping clients deliver critical projects that support the UK's long term energy and environmental objectives. About You You are an experienced environmental or radioactive waste professional with a strong track record of delivering consultancy services within the nuclear sector or other high hazard industries. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges, building strong client relationships, and contributing to both business growth and team development. You will bring: Significant experience supporting environmental, radioactive waste management, or decommissioning activities within the nuclear sector A relevant science, engineering, or environmental degree, with postgraduate qualifications desirable Direct experience providing environmental and waste consultancy services to nuclear licensed sites Strong understanding of environmental permitting, radioactive waste management, environmental safety cases, and regulatory compliance requirements Experience engaging with regulators, stakeholders, and clients across complex projects Proven business development experience, including opportunity identification, bid leadership, tender preparation, and client management Strong project management skills, including project planning, cost control, governance, and delivery assurance Experience leading, mentoring, and developing high performing teams Excellent technical report writing and communication skills Commercial awareness and an understanding of risk management within consultancy environments Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (BPSS minimum) Desirable experience Specialist expertise in environmental permitting, BAT/BPM assessments, site end state planning, or radioactive waste strategy development Familiarity with Earned Value Management methodologies Experience working on large scale, multi disciplinary, multi year infrastructure programmes Most importantly, you will be a collaborative and ambitious leader who is passionate about helping clients solve complex environmental and radioactive waste challenges while contributing to the growth and success of Stantec's Nuclear business. Why Join Us? We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed. We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered. We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups). Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it! Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more. Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Other Locations Manchester, Glasgow, Northampton, Cambridge

Principal Ecologist/Team Leader At Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental teams support a diverse range of clients and projects-from land management and development to restoration and conservation. Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose driven community where this collective expertise enables us to deliver high quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland. About Neo Neo Environmental is a multidisciplinary consultancy that provides market leading, cost-effective planning, environmental and technical solutions to clients working in the energy, residential, retail, utilities, mixed use, aggregates and infrastructure sectors across the UK and Ireland. We work closely with our clients throughout the duration of projects to ensure that we have a thorough understanding of their requirements and to achieve optimum designs. Our team consists of experienced and accredited planners, engineers and multi disciplinary environmental consultants, ensuring we provide a full suite of in house collaborative services for projects. We have an enviable track record for successfully consenting projects, whether small or complex, through our comprehensive understanding of planning requirements, particularly in the renewable energy industry. The role will include: Undertaking Ecological Surveys including: Phase 1/ Fossitt habitat surveys and NVC/IVCs Protected species surveys Bat surveys Bird surveys Producing Comprehensive reports including: Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA) Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) EIA chapters Biodiversity Management Plans Protected Species Survey Reports and Management Plans Appropriate Assessment/Natural Impact Statements Managing survey timetables, capacity and delivery across multiple projects to ensure compliance with relevant survey guidance Liasing with clients and statutory consultees Attending client and site meetings Line management and team leadership for the Ecology team Key Requirements: Degree in Ecology or similar Good knowledge of ecological legislation and relevant planning policy in N.I. and RoI. Experience of leading on ecology for planning applications across a range of sectors including complex projects. Significant professional report writing skills Attention to detail, reliability and good organisational skills are essential Willing to travel across the NI and ROI, with occasional overnight stays from home CIEEM accredited Holding survey/mitigation licences from NIEA/NPWS in the past would be advantageous Ornithology experience would be advantageous Bat survey and GWDTE Experience. Why work for us? We offer a competitive and supportive rewards package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. This includes Life Assurance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and paid professional memberships such as CIEEM. We're committed to continuous development, offering a blend of internal and external training opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career. As part of our inclusive culture, you'll have the opportunity to join our monthly Neurodiversity Café, take part in community action days, and benefit from our family friendly policies, including enhanced family leave options. While we value time spent together in our offices to collaborate and stay connected, most roles offer hybrid working and open conversations around flexibility. You'll also enjoy 25 days' holiday, regular performance and development reviews, and the chance to collaborate across the wider Origin Group, especially within our growing family of Environmental businesses. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can grow, contribute and feel valued. Visit our website to learn more - and grow with us.

?Principal Consultant - Software & Programmable Elements Assurance Remote - with travel to client sites About the Role: We are seeking a Principal Consultant - Programmable Elements Assurance to provide senior technical leadership across complex aerospace, defence and safety-critical programmes click apply for full job details

Principal Talent Acquisition Partner Who is Parser? Technology alone does not create impact-the right teams do. Founded in 2018, Parser is a global technology consultancy helping organisations solve complex business challenges through digital transformation, product development, and AI enablement. We are a fast-growing team of 340+ engineers and consultants across Europe (UK, Spain, Portugal), the Americas (US, Argentina, Uruguay, Colombia), and the Middle East. We combine global reach with a mindset focused on agility, senior expertise, and close collaboration. As we continue to grow, attracting exceptional talent is critical to our success. We're looking for an experienced Principal Talent Acquisition Partner who can combine hands on recruitment expertise with strong market knowledge and strategic stakeholder partnership to help shape how we attract and hire talent. Why Join Us? If you're looking for a role where you can think beyond recruitment delivery, take true ownership of hiring outcomes, influence talent decisions, and operate as a trusted partner to the business, we'd love to meet you. You'll join a fast-growing, global technology organisation working across software engineering, AI, data, and digital transformation. This is an opportunity to bring your expertise and knowledge of the technology talent market to a global environment, partnering with senior leaders and specialist teams to shape hiring strategies and directly support Parser's continued growth. How will you impact? As our Principal Talent Acquisition Partner, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of Parser by bringing exceptional talent into the business. You'll partner with Hiring Managers and senior leaders to understand business needs, shape effective hiring strategies, and provide expert advice on the external talent market. Combining strategic partnership with hands on delivery, you'll own the recruitment lifecycle from initial brief through to successful hire. Your key responsibilities: Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Act as a trusted talent advisor to Hiring Managers and senior stakeholders, providing guidance on hiring strategy, role requirements, market conditions, and talent availability. Own end-to-end recruitment across technology, engineering, data, AI, product, and other business critical roles, from briefing and sourcing through assessment, offer negotiation, and successful hire. Conduct market research and talent mapping across the UK technology landscape, providing actionable insights on skills, compensation, competitor activity, and candidate availability. Partner with Hiring Managers to challenge and shape hiring requirements, create compelling and market relevant job descriptions, and develop effective sourcing strategies. Build proactive talent pipelines through direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and relationship building to support current and future hiring needs. Use recruitment data and market insights to influence hiring decisions, improve recruitment processes, and deliver an exceptional candidate and Hiring Manager experience. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Requirements 5+ years of end-to-end recruitment experience, with strong experience hiring across technology, software engineering, data, AI, product, or related specialist markets. Strong knowledge of the UK technology talent landscape, with the ability to provide credible market insights and hiring recommendations. Proven experience partnering with and influencing Hiring Managers and senior stakeholders in a consultative recruitment capacity. Excellent direct sourcing, talent mapping, market research, and candidate assessment skills. Strong commercial awareness, with the confidence to challenge hiring requirements and advise stakeholders on the most effective talent strategy. Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple hiring priorities within a fast paced, international environment. Desirable Requirements Recruitment agency, technology consultancy, or specialist IT recruitment background. Experience recruiting across multiple geographies and partnering with globally distributed teams. Experience supporting employer branding, talent attraction, or wider Talent Acquisition initiatives. Location London, UK: Hybrid model - 3 days per week at our London HQ in Covent Garden. You will receive: The opportunity to influence talent and hiring strategy within a fast-growing international business. Ownership of varied and business critical hiring across specialist technology markets. A collaborative, multicultural working environment. A highly competitive compensation package. Private Medical insurance Parser is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to support your participation. By applying to this role, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with Parser's Privacy Notice for recruitment purposes. Parser may use AI assisted tools during certain stages of the recruitment process to support operational efficiency. Our recruiting teams use AI to streamline note taking and scheduling. All hiring decisions are made by people, with human review and oversight. Come and join our .

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom Posted On 18/08/2026 Job Information Community & Social City Bromley Province Bromley Postal Code BR1 Job Description Planning Team Leader / Principal Planning Officer - 6-Month Contract Location: Churchill Court, 2 Westmoreland Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1AS Contract: 6-Month Contract Hours: Full Time Working Pattern: Hybrid Working - 2 Days Office-Based plus Committee Attendance Summary Bromley Council is in search of a seasoned Planning Team Leader / Principal Planning Officer to enhance the management and execution of its dynamic Development Management service. This pivotal position involves a blend of casework, staff oversight, and strategic planning duties. You will lead a Development Management team, ensuring the prompt and effective processing of planning applications while upholding exemplary service standards. The role also entails managing intricate and contentious planning applications, representing the Council at Planning Committees and Public Inquiries, and assisting the Head of Development Management in delivering a high-caliber planning service. Responsibilities Lead a Development Management team, managing workloads, performance, and service quality. Make determinations on planning applications under delegated authority. Draft and approve reports for complex and contentious planning applications. Review and authorize reports prepared by other team members. Offer technical advice and support to planning officers. Conduct negotiations with applicants, developers, housing associations, agents, and consultees. Organize and preside over planning screening meetings. Provide guidance on Section 106 Agreements and planning obligations. Represent the Chief Planner at Planning Committee meetings. Present planning recommendations and counsel elected Members on planning issues. Serve as an expert witness at Planning Appeals, Hearings, Public Inquiries, and court proceedings as needed. Apply and interpret planning legislation, national policy, and local planning guidance. Conduct site visits related to development proposals. Address correspondence and inquiries from Members, residents, stakeholders, and developers. Contribute to service enhancement, performance management, and continuous improvement efforts. Requirements Requirements: MRTPI Membership or eligibility for membership. Extensive experience in Development Management within a Local Authority planning setting. Proven experience in managing staff within a Planning Service. Proficiency in handling complex and major planning applications. Experience working in a target-driven environment and adhering to statutory deadlines. Competence in preparing committee reports and presenting recommendations. Experience in preparing and presenting evidence at planning appeals and public inquiries. Comprehensive knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and development management procedures. Exceptional report writing and communication skills. Strong leadership, organizational, and team management abilities. Effective negotiation skills with developers, consultants, elected members, and stakeholders. Experience at the level of Team Leader, Principal Planning Officer, or Planning Manager. Experience in managing Section 106 negotiations. Experience representing a local authority at major planning inquiries. Previous management experience within a Local Authority. What's on Offer? 6-Month Contract Location: Bromley, Kent Hybrid Working - 2 Office Days Per Week Planning Committee Attendance Required Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to lead a Development Management team in a bustling London Borough. A diverse role that combines leadership, case management, committee work, and strategic planning. An excellent opportunity for experienced Planning Managers, Team Leaders, Principal Planning Officers, or Senior Development Management Professionals. Ideal for candidates with experience as a Planning Team Leader, Principal Planning Officer, Development Management Manager, Senior Planning Officer, Area Planning Manager, Planning Manager, or Development Management Team Manager. Ideal for candidates with experience as a Planning Team Leader, Principal Planning Officer, Development Management Manager, Senior Planning Officer, Area Planning Manager, Planning Manager, or Development Management Team Manager.