This is a hands-on role at an exciting company with a diverse and ambitious slate of projects underway. THE COMPANY Our client is a leading film entertainment company specialising in the production, financing, sales and distribution of film and television content. THE ROLE As a Executive Assistant and Office Manager, you will be responsible for a range of administrative and operational duties, ensuring the office runs efficiently and smoothly at all times. Key responsibilities: Executive Assistant support to the CEO, including calendar management, travel coordination and correspondence on behalf of executives. Drafting meeting agendas General office management, including organisation, supplies management and oversight of on-site staff. First point of contact for incoming enquiries via phone and email. Handling data entry related to distribution and box office performance. Support with international event coordination, including setting up the Cannes offices for the film festival in May. Drafting synopses, proofreading director statements and preparing marketing materials and line-ups for markets. Overseeing digital assets such as screening links and the Instagram account. THE PERSON You should be a proactive and organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and self-motivation are essential, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and Mailchimp is required. Familiarity with tools such as Slack or Trello is beneficial. It is important that you can manage multiple tasks with attention to detail and bring a positive can-do attitude to a collaborative team. NEXT STEP If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. To learn more about Searchlight, see:
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
This is a hands-on role at an exciting company with a diverse and ambitious slate of projects underway. THE COMPANY Our client is a leading film entertainment company specialising in the production, financing, sales and distribution of film and television content. THE ROLE As a Executive Assistant and Office Manager, you will be responsible for a range of administrative and operational duties, ensuring the office runs efficiently and smoothly at all times. Key responsibilities: Executive Assistant support to the CEO, including calendar management, travel coordination and correspondence on behalf of executives. Drafting meeting agendas General office management, including organisation, supplies management and oversight of on-site staff. First point of contact for incoming enquiries via phone and email. Handling data entry related to distribution and box office performance. Support with international event coordination, including setting up the Cannes offices for the film festival in May. Drafting synopses, proofreading director statements and preparing marketing materials and line-ups for markets. Overseeing digital assets such as screening links and the Instagram account. THE PERSON You should be a proactive and organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and self-motivation are essential, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and Mailchimp is required. Familiarity with tools such as Slack or Trello is beneficial. It is important that you can manage multiple tasks with attention to detail and bring a positive can-do attitude to a collaborative team. NEXT STEP If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. To learn more about Searchlight, see:
Depot Manager required with recycling experience to cover operations of two recycling facilities (c25 staff on each). These sites form part of a global recycling business offering excellent career prospects, salary and benefits which include company car / allowance, pension, bonus, etc. Overall Purpose of the Role: To take responsibility for the safe running of two depots Responsible for Health and Safety & compliance with all statutory requirements Overall management responsibility for all operational employees at the depots Driving efficiencies, profitability / EBITDA Deliver the vision and strategy for the depot Work collaboratively with the central commercial team to support national / contractual opportunities Main Duties and Responsibilities: Drive H&S performance Manage and develop our people to support learning, improvement, support and progression All operational site recruitment, people management, training & development and related HR tasks Ensure compliance programme is maintained Resources are fully utilised and are at their most effective Be active in the local areas promoting company reputation and services Ensure strict compliance with Group Competition and Compliance Rules All purchases of raw materials at the depot, through both local commercial development and working in close co-operation with the central commercial team Proactively oversee the generation of new business opportunities locally, bidding for new work and developing innovative supply solutions, and working in close co-operation with the central Commercial team Optimise the sales of material from the depot, taking account of pre-agreed budgeted levels of supply volume into group sites Key focus on driving volumes and spread, targets to be agreed annually Ensure commercial contractual agreements are authorised at the appropriate (internal) level taking account of Group signoff rules Responsible for all site purchase orders (in line with Group policy) and site spend Propose and manage capex programme Produce monthly KPI's for depot Identify improvement efficiencies for our own fleet Manage 3rd party transport as required for the incoming / outgoing material to ensure cost effectiveness, maximum efficiency and safe flow of site traffic without causing unnecessary cancellation or demurrage charges Proactively manage preventative maintenance programme and defect reporting Deal with enquiries / challenges in line with all Company procedures, liaising with other group departments to resolve as appropriate Accurate month end reporting KPI reporting and improvement measures This role requires on site presence 5 days per week, shared between two sites with occasional travel to attend management meetings, safety meetings and collaborative learning. Personal Specification / skills Positive, proactive approach Promote a positive general culture and health and safety culture and awareness of Site Rules with visitors and colleagues An understanding of permitting and Waste management licence operations, both Scotland and England Project management experience relating to groundworks, equipment installs or concrete works desirable CPC holder Excellent verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail Willingness to challenge processes and offer new ideas Full driving licence Experience of SAP / Navision / Excel If you would like to be considered, please apply, or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements for an informal chat about the role.
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Depot Manager required with recycling experience to cover operations of two recycling facilities (c25 staff on each). These sites form part of a global recycling business offering excellent career prospects, salary and benefits which include company car / allowance, pension, bonus, etc. Overall Purpose of the Role: To take responsibility for the safe running of two depots Responsible for Health and Safety & compliance with all statutory requirements Overall management responsibility for all operational employees at the depots Driving efficiencies, profitability / EBITDA Deliver the vision and strategy for the depot Work collaboratively with the central commercial team to support national / contractual opportunities Main Duties and Responsibilities: Drive H&S performance Manage and develop our people to support learning, improvement, support and progression All operational site recruitment, people management, training & development and related HR tasks Ensure compliance programme is maintained Resources are fully utilised and are at their most effective Be active in the local areas promoting company reputation and services Ensure strict compliance with Group Competition and Compliance Rules All purchases of raw materials at the depot, through both local commercial development and working in close co-operation with the central commercial team Proactively oversee the generation of new business opportunities locally, bidding for new work and developing innovative supply solutions, and working in close co-operation with the central Commercial team Optimise the sales of material from the depot, taking account of pre-agreed budgeted levels of supply volume into group sites Key focus on driving volumes and spread, targets to be agreed annually Ensure commercial contractual agreements are authorised at the appropriate (internal) level taking account of Group signoff rules Responsible for all site purchase orders (in line with Group policy) and site spend Propose and manage capex programme Produce monthly KPI's for depot Identify improvement efficiencies for our own fleet Manage 3rd party transport as required for the incoming / outgoing material to ensure cost effectiveness, maximum efficiency and safe flow of site traffic without causing unnecessary cancellation or demurrage charges Proactively manage preventative maintenance programme and defect reporting Deal with enquiries / challenges in line with all Company procedures, liaising with other group departments to resolve as appropriate Accurate month end reporting KPI reporting and improvement measures This role requires on site presence 5 days per week, shared between two sites with occasional travel to attend management meetings, safety meetings and collaborative learning. Personal Specification / skills Positive, proactive approach Promote a positive general culture and health and safety culture and awareness of Site Rules with visitors and colleagues An understanding of permitting and Waste management licence operations, both Scotland and England Project management experience relating to groundworks, equipment installs or concrete works desirable CPC holder Excellent verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail Willingness to challenge processes and offer new ideas Full driving licence Experience of SAP / Navision / Excel If you would like to be considered, please apply, or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements for an informal chat about the role.
Business Development Manager London/Sheffield/Hamburg/Munich/Berlin Up to £50,000 A motivated and dynamic Business Development Manager is required to join one of the UK s leading depot safety specialists, providing personal protection systems to the rail industry, to target a global expansion. The successful candidate will act as the driving force for their global expansion. In this role, you will take on an autonomous position identifying and educating markets to drive business growth, bringing the companies vision to life by: Conducting thorough market research to identify key opportunities in the London Underground, Germany/Austria, the Nordics, and the Middle East. Establishing customer requirements in these markets and generating leads and quotation opportunities. Developing and presenting comprehensive market strategies to senior stakeholders, providing clear rationale and actionable plans for targeting specific regions. Building relationships with stakeholders locally and globally, while providing technical education on the safety solutions. Acquiring in-depth knowledge of the companies product range. Creating go-to-market strategies, including technical demonstrations, presentations, client events, and roadshows. Preparing and delivering tailored quotations to meet the needs of new markets. Leveraging existing relationships within the industry to broaden the opportunity pipeline. Opportunity Play a pivotal role in driving a renowned safety specialists global expansion into key markets, including the Middle East, Germany, and the Nordics. Take ownership of crafting and executing market strategies, influencing the company s international growth and success . Join a rapidly growing organisation with 25% headcount growth and a strong track record of sustainable development . Benefit from high levels of recognition and career progression in an autonomous, impactful role . Collaborate with a company renowned for its expertise in safety solutions , building connections with key stakeholders worldwide. Enjoy a flexible working model with remote opportunities , international travel, and engagement with new markets. Package and Benefits Salary: Up to £50,000 + a commission scheme Additional benefits Working Arrangements Flexible remote role with regular client visits, office engagements, and global travel to key target markets. Essential Criteria Proven experience in Business Development or Technical Sales (Essential) Background in a highly regulated industry with manufactured products (Essential). Expertise in solution selling and bespoke items (Essential). Ability to articulate technical needs to the market effectively. (Essential). Ability to speak German/Arabic (Desirable) Degree education within an engineering or other technical area (Desirable) How the apply for the Business Development Manager role If you are interested in the Business Development Manager role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page. Likely Job Titles: Technical sales, Technical procurement, Technical Sales Manager, Business Growth Strategist, Solutions Development Manager, Technical Account Manager, Product Development Specialist, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Client Solutions Manager, Business Innovation Specialist, Sales Engineer, Technology Partnerships Manager About Ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Business Development Manager London/Sheffield/Hamburg/Munich/Berlin Up to £50,000 A motivated and dynamic Business Development Manager is required to join one of the UK s leading depot safety specialists, providing personal protection systems to the rail industry, to target a global expansion. The successful candidate will act as the driving force for their global expansion. In this role, you will take on an autonomous position identifying and educating markets to drive business growth, bringing the companies vision to life by: Conducting thorough market research to identify key opportunities in the London Underground, Germany/Austria, the Nordics, and the Middle East. Establishing customer requirements in these markets and generating leads and quotation opportunities. Developing and presenting comprehensive market strategies to senior stakeholders, providing clear rationale and actionable plans for targeting specific regions. Building relationships with stakeholders locally and globally, while providing technical education on the safety solutions. Acquiring in-depth knowledge of the companies product range. Creating go-to-market strategies, including technical demonstrations, presentations, client events, and roadshows. Preparing and delivering tailored quotations to meet the needs of new markets. Leveraging existing relationships within the industry to broaden the opportunity pipeline. Opportunity Play a pivotal role in driving a renowned safety specialists global expansion into key markets, including the Middle East, Germany, and the Nordics. Take ownership of crafting and executing market strategies, influencing the company s international growth and success . Join a rapidly growing organisation with 25% headcount growth and a strong track record of sustainable development . Benefit from high levels of recognition and career progression in an autonomous, impactful role . Collaborate with a company renowned for its expertise in safety solutions , building connections with key stakeholders worldwide. Enjoy a flexible working model with remote opportunities , international travel, and engagement with new markets. Package and Benefits Salary: Up to £50,000 + a commission scheme Additional benefits Working Arrangements Flexible remote role with regular client visits, office engagements, and global travel to key target markets. Essential Criteria Proven experience in Business Development or Technical Sales (Essential) Background in a highly regulated industry with manufactured products (Essential). Expertise in solution selling and bespoke items (Essential). Ability to articulate technical needs to the market effectively. (Essential). Ability to speak German/Arabic (Desirable) Degree education within an engineering or other technical area (Desirable) How the apply for the Business Development Manager role If you are interested in the Business Development Manager role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page. Likely Job Titles: Technical sales, Technical procurement, Technical Sales Manager, Business Growth Strategist, Solutions Development Manager, Technical Account Manager, Product Development Specialist, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Client Solutions Manager, Business Innovation Specialist, Sales Engineer, Technology Partnerships Manager About Ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Burgers & Fries and Incredible Careers! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. These days, we're still just as much a family as we always have been. We have tons of integrity, we're enthusiastic. we're competitive and we just get it done - whatever the challenge. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Wagestream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay. OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme YOU'LL BE ENTHUSIASTIC ABOUT Perfect Burgers and Fries Our values; Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity People - Experienced hands-on leadership skills Customer service Having your people's development at heart WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Expected to lead from the front and work shoulder to shoulder with crew and managers. Developing, leading and managing the store team while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries. Demonstrate close attention to detail. Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun Responsible for reward and recognition You will be accountable for all aspects of your store including the day-to-day operations and long-term planning. Drive the Five Guys culture by always role modelling our values Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office. Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us.
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Burgers & Fries and Incredible Careers! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. These days, we're still just as much a family as we always have been. We have tons of integrity, we're enthusiastic. we're competitive and we just get it done - whatever the challenge. REWARDS An achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to 2,000 High Performer Awards and Bonus's Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years 500, 10 years 1,000 33 Days paid holiday Paid breaks Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift Private medical via Vitality Life assurance All employees get access to Wagestream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay. OTHER AWESOME PERKS Days out and social events Invite to the annual General Manager conference Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics Five Guys Perks - employee discount program Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP) Development opportunities to grow a career with us! Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Pension scheme YOU'LL BE ENTHUSIASTIC ABOUT Perfect Burgers and Fries Our values; Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity People - Experienced hands-on leadership skills Customer service Having your people's development at heart WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Expected to lead from the front and work shoulder to shoulder with crew and managers. Developing, leading and managing the store team while supporting the delivery of perfect burgers and fries. Demonstrate close attention to detail. Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun Responsible for reward and recognition You will be accountable for all aspects of your store including the day-to-day operations and long-term planning. Drive the Five Guys culture by always role modelling our values Having full ownership of your P&L, which means you will need to drive sales whilst controlling costs. Spotting potential and developing your team to ensure there is a strong talent pipeline. INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS Your next step would be taking on a higher volume store, New Store opening, Area Trainer, District Manager or a role in the Support Office. Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career! If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us.
Job Title: Business Development Manager - UK Market (Steel Fabrication) Location: Remote (UK-based, with regular client travel) Salary: 70,000 - 90,000 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent / Self Employed basis also considered Company Overview A leading steel fabrication specialist with a strong presence across the Middle East and Africa is expanding into the UK market. With a proven track record delivering high-quality steel solutions across the power, transmission & distribution, renewables, aviation, and energy-from-waste sectors, the company is now seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager to spearhead its UK growth strategy. Role Overview This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious Business Development professional with deep industry knowledge and a strong network within the UK's energy and infrastructure sectors. Working autonomously, you will take full ownership of market development - identifying and nurturing opportunities, building client relationships, and positioning the company as a trusted supplier of fabricated steel solutions for major UK projects. Key Responsibilities Lead market entry efforts in the UK, focusing on sectors such as: Power transmission & distribution Renewables (solar, wind, hydrogen) Aviation infrastructure Energy-from-waste (EfW) General energy and infrastructure projects Identify and approach key decision-makers within EPCs, contractors, developers, and utilities. Develop and maintain a strong project pipeline from early-stage prospecting through to bid and contract award. Represent the company in meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities. Prepare and deliver compelling commercial proposals in collaboration with the technical and estimating teams. Provide regular market intelligence and strategic feedback to the senior management team. Work closely with overseas fabrication facilities to ensure alignment with UK project specifications and delivery requirements. Key Requirements Proven track record in business development, sales, or commercial management within steel fabrication, structural steel, or related sectors. Strong network within UK infrastructure, power, or energy markets. Deep understanding of the procurement processes and key stakeholders in the UK construction and utilities sectors. Able to work independently, self-motivated and results-driven. Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills. Willingness to travel regularly across the UK to meet clients and attend events. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer A rare opportunity to shape the UK market entry for a well-established international fabricator. Autonomy, flexibility, and ownership of your region. Competitive compensation package including performance-based incentives. Long-term career development and support from an ambitious, growth-oriented organisation. To Apply: Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what excites you about this opportunity to Sharon O'Donnell at The Highfield Company
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Business Development Manager - UK Market (Steel Fabrication) Location: Remote (UK-based, with regular client travel) Salary: 70,000 - 90,000 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent / Self Employed basis also considered Company Overview A leading steel fabrication specialist with a strong presence across the Middle East and Africa is expanding into the UK market. With a proven track record delivering high-quality steel solutions across the power, transmission & distribution, renewables, aviation, and energy-from-waste sectors, the company is now seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager to spearhead its UK growth strategy. Role Overview This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious Business Development professional with deep industry knowledge and a strong network within the UK's energy and infrastructure sectors. Working autonomously, you will take full ownership of market development - identifying and nurturing opportunities, building client relationships, and positioning the company as a trusted supplier of fabricated steel solutions for major UK projects. Key Responsibilities Lead market entry efforts in the UK, focusing on sectors such as: Power transmission & distribution Renewables (solar, wind, hydrogen) Aviation infrastructure Energy-from-waste (EfW) General energy and infrastructure projects Identify and approach key decision-makers within EPCs, contractors, developers, and utilities. Develop and maintain a strong project pipeline from early-stage prospecting through to bid and contract award. Represent the company in meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities. Prepare and deliver compelling commercial proposals in collaboration with the technical and estimating teams. Provide regular market intelligence and strategic feedback to the senior management team. Work closely with overseas fabrication facilities to ensure alignment with UK project specifications and delivery requirements. Key Requirements Proven track record in business development, sales, or commercial management within steel fabrication, structural steel, or related sectors. Strong network within UK infrastructure, power, or energy markets. Deep understanding of the procurement processes and key stakeholders in the UK construction and utilities sectors. Able to work independently, self-motivated and results-driven. Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills. Willingness to travel regularly across the UK to meet clients and attend events. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer A rare opportunity to shape the UK market entry for a well-established international fabricator. Autonomy, flexibility, and ownership of your region. Competitive compensation package including performance-based incentives. Long-term career development and support from an ambitious, growth-oriented organisation. To Apply: Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what excites you about this opportunity to Sharon O'Donnell at The Highfield Company
Accounts Assistant Liverpool £28K - £32K Location: Liverpool Area Company: International Retailer Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid, 3x days WFH Salary: £28K - £32K Reporting to: Finance Manager About the Role: We are seeking a diligent and motivated Accounts Assistant to join a prestigious, international retailer based in the Liverpool area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in finance within a supportive and professional environment. Key Responsibilities: Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner Reconciling bank statements and company accounts Assisting with month-end and year-end financial procedures Maintaining and updating financial records and ledgers Supporting the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice and payment queries Assisting with payroll and expense processing as required Providing general administrative support to the finance department Person Specification: Essential: Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar) Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good communication skills, both written and verbal Desirable: AAT qualified or working towards qualification If you are interested in this position, please apply via the link or to find out more, please email #
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Accounts Assistant Liverpool £28K - £32K Location: Liverpool Area Company: International Retailer Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid, 3x days WFH Salary: £28K - £32K Reporting to: Finance Manager About the Role: We are seeking a diligent and motivated Accounts Assistant to join a prestigious, international retailer based in the Liverpool area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in finance within a supportive and professional environment. Key Responsibilities: Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner Reconciling bank statements and company accounts Assisting with month-end and year-end financial procedures Maintaining and updating financial records and ledgers Supporting the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice and payment queries Assisting with payroll and expense processing as required Providing general administrative support to the finance department Person Specification: Essential: Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar) Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good communication skills, both written and verbal Desirable: AAT qualified or working towards qualification If you are interested in this position, please apply via the link or to find out more, please email #
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Branch Supervisor - Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) - Plumb Centre So, who are we? We are Plumb Centre, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do - and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild. Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary there are also benefits on tap - including Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! As a Branch Supervisor based in Wetherby ( LS22 7DN) branch you'll be responsible for: Supporting the Branch Manager with the day to day running and operations within this branch. Building rapport with customers & suppliers, responding to any queries and processing sales. Serving customers on the trade counter, offering advice and product knowledge. General warehouse duties This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm and 1in 3 Saturday mornings 8am - 12pm. And here's what we'd like you to have to be a successful Branch Supervisor Experience in a supervisory position or a confident Sales Advisor who is looking for that next step in their career Previous industry or merchant experience would be desirable but not essential Excellent communication skills and c onfidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build strong relationships. We look forward to receiving your application!
Retail Van Driver and Donation Centre Assistant Harrogate & Knaresborough - with travel to other locations in Yorkshire We are committed to paying the Real Living Wage. About us Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this. Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer. Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer in Yorkshire, and beyond. As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships. The Benefits We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, free onsite parking and a whole lot more. We ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Van Driver and Donation Centre Assistant, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen. The Role We are currently looking for a Van Driver and Donation Centre Assistant to join our Retail, Services and Operations team. Reporting to the Centre Manager, you will be part of the team responsible for ensuring the efficient running of the donation centre. The primary focus of this role is to deliver stock to our retail shops across Yorkshire in a timely manner. However, at busy times you will also be required to assist with sorting and selecting of stock, collecting and accepting donations at the centre or from donors, assisting with general maintenance tasks and supporting with the removal of general waste through the appropriate channels whilst working in compliance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation and our Driving for Work policy. Specifically, you will: Carry out deliveries of donated stock to shops ensuring that the shops receive the stock that they have requested from the Donation Centre. Complete collections of furniture and goods across Yorkshire, including the disposal of waste materials, as directed. Be responsible for day-to-day vehicle maintenance, including completion of the weekly vehicle maintenance checklist and daily visual checks. Ensure charity vehicles are left secure, clean and presentable at the end of the day and ensure any vehicle defects and damage promptly are reported in accordance with charity procedures. Be an ambassador for the charity whilst driving branded vehicles, ensuring that you drive carefully and mindfully of other road users. Seek opportunities to actively engage with visitors to enhance their visit and further promote the profile of the charity. Be responsible for assessing the quality of goods collected, including furniture which will include declining donations that are unsuitable for sale and may contravene the Sales of Goods Act 1979. Take pride in the centre's presentation, seeing everything through the eyes of the visitor and addressing anything that would not meet a visitor's expectations. Complete PAT testing of electrical donations to ensure that they are safe for us to sell (full training will be provided.) In the absence of the Donation Centre Managers, monitor the Donation Centre email inbox daily for Stock Requests from shops and ensure that the Donation Centre team have prepared the stock in line with the weekly delivery schedule. Assist with basic maintenance tasks at all sites, including: Minor repairs to fixtures and fittings Basic grounds/exterior maintenance Painting & decorating About You To be considered for this role, you will need: To be ideally educated to at least GCSE standard or equivalent, including Maths and English To have the ability and willingness to travel across the Yorkshire region To have a full UK driving license with less than 6 penalty points A willingness to undertake any additional training as required To be highly organised with good time management skills. To be able to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and adapt to changing deadlines. To be able to demonstrate a good standard of written and numeracy skills or confident in using available tools to support with this. To be passionate about delivering good customer service both internally and externally. To have good communication and interpersonal skills. A willingness to complete our pre-employment checks (to be undertaken once the role is offered and accepted). Application Before applying, please visit our website to view the full role profile and visit our Careers page to find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research. To apply please submit a CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 7 July 2025. Please read our privacy notice before applying. The charity is a responsible and flexible employer. We welcome any discussion for flexible working at interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual s circumstances against the needs of the charity. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us via our website.
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Retail Van Driver and Donation Centre Assistant Harrogate & Knaresborough - with travel to other locations in Yorkshire We are committed to paying the Real Living Wage. About us Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this. Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer. Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer in Yorkshire, and beyond. As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships. The Benefits We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, free onsite parking and a whole lot more. We ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Van Driver and Donation Centre Assistant, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen. The Role We are currently looking for a Van Driver and Donation Centre Assistant to join our Retail, Services and Operations team. Reporting to the Centre Manager, you will be part of the team responsible for ensuring the efficient running of the donation centre. The primary focus of this role is to deliver stock to our retail shops across Yorkshire in a timely manner. However, at busy times you will also be required to assist with sorting and selecting of stock, collecting and accepting donations at the centre or from donors, assisting with general maintenance tasks and supporting with the removal of general waste through the appropriate channels whilst working in compliance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation and our Driving for Work policy. Specifically, you will: Carry out deliveries of donated stock to shops ensuring that the shops receive the stock that they have requested from the Donation Centre. Complete collections of furniture and goods across Yorkshire, including the disposal of waste materials, as directed. Be responsible for day-to-day vehicle maintenance, including completion of the weekly vehicle maintenance checklist and daily visual checks. Ensure charity vehicles are left secure, clean and presentable at the end of the day and ensure any vehicle defects and damage promptly are reported in accordance with charity procedures. Be an ambassador for the charity whilst driving branded vehicles, ensuring that you drive carefully and mindfully of other road users. Seek opportunities to actively engage with visitors to enhance their visit and further promote the profile of the charity. Be responsible for assessing the quality of goods collected, including furniture which will include declining donations that are unsuitable for sale and may contravene the Sales of Goods Act 1979. Take pride in the centre's presentation, seeing everything through the eyes of the visitor and addressing anything that would not meet a visitor's expectations. Complete PAT testing of electrical donations to ensure that they are safe for us to sell (full training will be provided.) In the absence of the Donation Centre Managers, monitor the Donation Centre email inbox daily for Stock Requests from shops and ensure that the Donation Centre team have prepared the stock in line with the weekly delivery schedule. Assist with basic maintenance tasks at all sites, including: Minor repairs to fixtures and fittings Basic grounds/exterior maintenance Painting & decorating About You To be considered for this role, you will need: To be ideally educated to at least GCSE standard or equivalent, including Maths and English To have the ability and willingness to travel across the Yorkshire region To have a full UK driving license with less than 6 penalty points A willingness to undertake any additional training as required To be highly organised with good time management skills. To be able to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and adapt to changing deadlines. To be able to demonstrate a good standard of written and numeracy skills or confident in using available tools to support with this. To be passionate about delivering good customer service both internally and externally. To have good communication and interpersonal skills. A willingness to complete our pre-employment checks (to be undertaken once the role is offered and accepted). Application Before applying, please visit our website to view the full role profile and visit our Careers page to find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research. To apply please submit a CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 7 July 2025. Please read our privacy notice before applying. The charity is a responsible and flexible employer. We welcome any discussion for flexible working at interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual s circumstances against the needs of the charity. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us via our website.
PCS is looking to appoint a Technology Services Officer to the Technology Services Team. The post will support the Technology Services Managers to create a skilled and effective team providing development, technical support and training to staff and other users in all aspects of digital and ITT services. You will have a qualification in or experience of working with digital platforms or customer relationship management systems. All postholders will need training to acquire the ADX Administrative Essentials for New Admins in Lightning Experience certification, if not already held. Salary and Location Band 3, London Spine points 33-29 or Regional Spine points 37-33 Starting salary: London £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a. in annual increments or Regional £39,403 rising to £43,715 p.a. in annual increments PCS Clapham or Regional PCS Office Successful candidates for the Technology Services Officer will be able to demonstrate: Knowledge of customer relationship management systems, specifically Salesforce Experience in contributing to a project, using structured project management systems and processes The ability to identify technical problems and resolve them efficiently within set timeframes Providing technical support for helpdesk queries Planning and delivering training The main duties of the Technology Services Officer role include: Assisting in preparing reports on system performance highlighting potential risks or malfunctions Assisting in the development of a high level of proficiency in PCSs Technology tools e.g. our CRM, membership database, digital applications, bulk email and social media platforms Working as part of the Technology Services team on the database and integration, automation and change projects Working with the Technology Services manager to build and maintain analytics that measure the effectiveness of digital applications for staff and members Closing date: at 12 midday on Tuesday 15 July 2025 Interviews will be held by Zoom: Thursday 31 July 2025 About PCS PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas. Employer Benefits You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including flexible working (including hybrid working) childcare and family support generous maternity/paternity leave 32 days leave and Christmas closure pension scheme employee assistance programme Learning and Development The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development. PCS Recruiting Process We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices. Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified. Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date. CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process. PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people. All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis. Please view our guidance for applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION: TECHNOLOGY SERVICES OFFICER Ref: 0425 Grade: Band 3, London/Region Salary: London Spine points 33-29 London Starting salary £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a. Regional Spine points 37- 33 Regional Starting salary £39,403 p.a. rising to £43,715 p.a. Location: London or Region Purpose of the job: To assist in maximising the potential for union growth, development and success through managing, co-ordinating and supporting the work of the department/unit, in line with PCS policy and our ethos as an organising union. Responsible to: Technology Services Manager Responsible for: Staff in Bands 1 and 2 (where appropriate) Contacts External: Contractors, suppliers, and service providers, PCS Union Representatives, Members, Government Departments, Employees of other trade unions, TUC, Employers, legal and other professional Internal: Service users, staff, senior lay officers, senior full-time officers Main duties and responsibilities 1. Systems Management General Assist the line manager by monitoring development initiatives and ensuring work completed meets the requirements within the given time frame. Report to line manager as appropriate Assist in preparing reports for line manager on system performance highlighting potential risks or malfunctions Assist in ensuring commissioned and installed new applications and customised existing applications are fit for purpose Support line manager by making as appropriate where new systems are designed that could be applicable to the wider union Assist in the development of a high level of proficiency in PCSs Technology tools e.g. our CRM, membership database, digital applications, bulk email and social media platforms Work as part of the Technology Services team on the database and integration, automation and change projects Assist the Technology Services team in development to deliver high quality digital solutions Ensure that the views of users are reflected throughout the development and delivery of digital applications Explore and recommend new digital applications and developments to the Technology Services team based on best practice and user feedback Ensure a high standard of accessibility and usability across our platforms at all times Contribute to project-based work, using structured project management systems and processes Work with colleagues across PCS to deliver change through the Technology Services teams work Work with the Technology Services manager to build and maintain analytics that measure the effectiveness of digital applications for staff and members Respond to data integrity issues reported to the Technology Services team and create solutions to those issues Participate in the review and installation of managed packages on the digital platform Support the Technology Services manager where required to ensure sufficient maintenance and security of the Salesforce platform Document any changes made to the digital platform through both maintenance of existing functions and development of new applications Continuously review the efficiency of PCSs digital platforms Monitor the departments compliance with legal issues such as accessibility, copyright, and data protection Communicate recent additions/changes to staff and members Support the process of providing suitable equipment, software and reasonable adjustments arising from DSE risk assessments and other identified needs 2. Systems Management Digital Comply with maintaining database results through the set protocols and standards and controls for data processing Monitoring database efficiency through the reporting and analysis tools Support line manager with preparations for database expansion by studying plans and requirements Assist line manager to coordinate, design, programme and create complex query definitions to extract accurate data Support the continued development and implementation of Salesforce by working with line manager and external contractors Support the upgrading of software by assessing transaction processing and database production options Maintain database performance by troubleshooting problems using internal or external resources Assist in the security of database by developing policies, procedures, and controls with the data protection officer Assist in training others in how to input and extract data Ensure the requirements of users are established, monitoring user access and security Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security Assist with writing database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (Meta data) Deal with reporting fault mechanism within Salesforce 3. Systems Management Networks and Infrastructure Assist with the development and make best use of ITT office systems including ensuring staff are appropriately trained, regularly reviewing existing systems, and ensuring consistency and organisational best practice across systems and procedures and their practical application, including helpdesk and technical support where appropriate Assist with implementing an ongoing development and monitoring process for systems including managing resources, gathering, monitoring, collating, and reconciling information, checking allocations, preparing reports, and highlighting budget over- and under-spends Support the statistical systems to produce reports and analyse information i.e. budget reports, room bookings, and video conference/zoom usage statistics . click apply for full job details
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
PCS is looking to appoint a Technology Services Officer to the Technology Services Team. The post will support the Technology Services Managers to create a skilled and effective team providing development, technical support and training to staff and other users in all aspects of digital and ITT services. You will have a qualification in or experience of working with digital platforms or customer relationship management systems. All postholders will need training to acquire the ADX Administrative Essentials for New Admins in Lightning Experience certification, if not already held. Salary and Location Band 3, London Spine points 33-29 or Regional Spine points 37-33 Starting salary: London £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a. in annual increments or Regional £39,403 rising to £43,715 p.a. in annual increments PCS Clapham or Regional PCS Office Successful candidates for the Technology Services Officer will be able to demonstrate: Knowledge of customer relationship management systems, specifically Salesforce Experience in contributing to a project, using structured project management systems and processes The ability to identify technical problems and resolve them efficiently within set timeframes Providing technical support for helpdesk queries Planning and delivering training The main duties of the Technology Services Officer role include: Assisting in preparing reports on system performance highlighting potential risks or malfunctions Assisting in the development of a high level of proficiency in PCSs Technology tools e.g. our CRM, membership database, digital applications, bulk email and social media platforms Working as part of the Technology Services team on the database and integration, automation and change projects Working with the Technology Services manager to build and maintain analytics that measure the effectiveness of digital applications for staff and members Closing date: at 12 midday on Tuesday 15 July 2025 Interviews will be held by Zoom: Thursday 31 July 2025 About PCS PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas. Employer Benefits You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including flexible working (including hybrid working) childcare and family support generous maternity/paternity leave 32 days leave and Christmas closure pension scheme employee assistance programme Learning and Development The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development. PCS Recruiting Process We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices. Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified. Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date. CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process. PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people. All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis. Please view our guidance for applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION: TECHNOLOGY SERVICES OFFICER Ref: 0425 Grade: Band 3, London/Region Salary: London Spine points 33-29 London Starting salary £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a. Regional Spine points 37- 33 Regional Starting salary £39,403 p.a. rising to £43,715 p.a. Location: London or Region Purpose of the job: To assist in maximising the potential for union growth, development and success through managing, co-ordinating and supporting the work of the department/unit, in line with PCS policy and our ethos as an organising union. Responsible to: Technology Services Manager Responsible for: Staff in Bands 1 and 2 (where appropriate) Contacts External: Contractors, suppliers, and service providers, PCS Union Representatives, Members, Government Departments, Employees of other trade unions, TUC, Employers, legal and other professional Internal: Service users, staff, senior lay officers, senior full-time officers Main duties and responsibilities 1. Systems Management General Assist the line manager by monitoring development initiatives and ensuring work completed meets the requirements within the given time frame. Report to line manager as appropriate Assist in preparing reports for line manager on system performance highlighting potential risks or malfunctions Assist in ensuring commissioned and installed new applications and customised existing applications are fit for purpose Support line manager by making as appropriate where new systems are designed that could be applicable to the wider union Assist in the development of a high level of proficiency in PCSs Technology tools e.g. our CRM, membership database, digital applications, bulk email and social media platforms Work as part of the Technology Services team on the database and integration, automation and change projects Assist the Technology Services team in development to deliver high quality digital solutions Ensure that the views of users are reflected throughout the development and delivery of digital applications Explore and recommend new digital applications and developments to the Technology Services team based on best practice and user feedback Ensure a high standard of accessibility and usability across our platforms at all times Contribute to project-based work, using structured project management systems and processes Work with colleagues across PCS to deliver change through the Technology Services teams work Work with the Technology Services manager to build and maintain analytics that measure the effectiveness of digital applications for staff and members Respond to data integrity issues reported to the Technology Services team and create solutions to those issues Participate in the review and installation of managed packages on the digital platform Support the Technology Services manager where required to ensure sufficient maintenance and security of the Salesforce platform Document any changes made to the digital platform through both maintenance of existing functions and development of new applications Continuously review the efficiency of PCSs digital platforms Monitor the departments compliance with legal issues such as accessibility, copyright, and data protection Communicate recent additions/changes to staff and members Support the process of providing suitable equipment, software and reasonable adjustments arising from DSE risk assessments and other identified needs 2. Systems Management Digital Comply with maintaining database results through the set protocols and standards and controls for data processing Monitoring database efficiency through the reporting and analysis tools Support line manager with preparations for database expansion by studying plans and requirements Assist line manager to coordinate, design, programme and create complex query definitions to extract accurate data Support the continued development and implementation of Salesforce by working with line manager and external contractors Support the upgrading of software by assessing transaction processing and database production options Maintain database performance by troubleshooting problems using internal or external resources Assist in the security of database by developing policies, procedures, and controls with the data protection officer Assist in training others in how to input and extract data Ensure the requirements of users are established, monitoring user access and security Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security Assist with writing database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (Meta data) Deal with reporting fault mechanism within Salesforce 3. Systems Management Networks and Infrastructure Assist with the development and make best use of ITT office systems including ensuring staff are appropriately trained, regularly reviewing existing systems, and ensuring consistency and organisational best practice across systems and procedures and their practical application, including helpdesk and technical support where appropriate Assist with implementing an ongoing development and monitoring process for systems including managing resources, gathering, monitoring, collating, and reconciling information, checking allocations, preparing reports, and highlighting budget over- and under-spends Support the statistical systems to produce reports and analyse information i.e. budget reports, room bookings, and video conference/zoom usage statistics . click apply for full job details
We're looking for a General Manager for a food-led community pub in Gloucester. Salary up to £42,000 plus bonus and a generous benefits package. Marston's is one of the UK's largest and most beloved pub chains, operating over 1,300 pubs, bars, and hotels. We are seeking a talented General Manager to lead the team at the Haywain, Gloucester, and drive success! What you get At Marston's, we prioritize our people and offer benefits including: Bonus and incentive schemes for additional earnings Access to discounts through the Cheers Platform Pension plan On-site accommodation Private healthcare Training and development programs About the pub The Haywain is a large community hub featuring a central bar, darts and pool tables, and a family-friendly dining area serving pub classics, light bites, and Sunday Roast. Its south-facing garden is perfect for summer drinks and alfresco dining. Known for weekly quizzes, bingo, and family events, it attracts diverse demographics, including local seniors, families, workers, and students. Currently, the pub generates an average weekly sales of £20,000, with 70% from food. Accommodation for the General Manager is available. We seek a driven, dynamic, and experienced General Manager who understands the community and has a strong background in both food and drink. The ideal candidate will be energetic, innovative, and passionate about growing the business and leading their team from the front. Have you got what it takes? The role demands energy and creativity. You should enjoy engaging with your team and customers, and be eager to find new ways to increase sales and enhance the customer experience. A leadership style that nurtures your team and drives growth is essential. As a General Manager, you will: Care about recruiting, developing, and engaging your team Be responsible for all aspects of pub operations Prioritize staff and customer satisfaction Think creatively about increasing sales and business growth Create a lively, enjoyable atmosphere for customers Are we right for you? Our pubs serve a mix of traditional and innovative dishes, complemented by a diverse drinks portfolio including well-known brands and craft ales. As a General Manager, you will enjoy a challenging yet rewarding environment with opportunities for career progression. Support from your area manager is always available.
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a General Manager for a food-led community pub in Gloucester. Salary up to £42,000 plus bonus and a generous benefits package. Marston's is one of the UK's largest and most beloved pub chains, operating over 1,300 pubs, bars, and hotels. We are seeking a talented General Manager to lead the team at the Haywain, Gloucester, and drive success! What you get At Marston's, we prioritize our people and offer benefits including: Bonus and incentive schemes for additional earnings Access to discounts through the Cheers Platform Pension plan On-site accommodation Private healthcare Training and development programs About the pub The Haywain is a large community hub featuring a central bar, darts and pool tables, and a family-friendly dining area serving pub classics, light bites, and Sunday Roast. Its south-facing garden is perfect for summer drinks and alfresco dining. Known for weekly quizzes, bingo, and family events, it attracts diverse demographics, including local seniors, families, workers, and students. Currently, the pub generates an average weekly sales of £20,000, with 70% from food. Accommodation for the General Manager is available. We seek a driven, dynamic, and experienced General Manager who understands the community and has a strong background in both food and drink. The ideal candidate will be energetic, innovative, and passionate about growing the business and leading their team from the front. Have you got what it takes? The role demands energy and creativity. You should enjoy engaging with your team and customers, and be eager to find new ways to increase sales and enhance the customer experience. A leadership style that nurtures your team and drives growth is essential. As a General Manager, you will: Care about recruiting, developing, and engaging your team Be responsible for all aspects of pub operations Prioritize staff and customer satisfaction Think creatively about increasing sales and business growth Create a lively, enjoyable atmosphere for customers Are we right for you? Our pubs serve a mix of traditional and innovative dishes, complemented by a diverse drinks portfolio including well-known brands and craft ales. As a General Manager, you will enjoy a challenging yet rewarding environment with opportunities for career progression. Support from your area manager is always available.
Role: Head of People Advisory Services Location: Newcastle, Sheffield or London (hybrid with regular travel to schools and MAT s) Salary: £60k-£65k Benefits: 30 days annual leave + birthday off Free parking onsite Enhanced parental leave Income protection plan Private medical care Life assurance EAP and online/digital GP Wellbeing support services Professional development Fantastic supportive culture We are The Edwin Group - a growing collective of like-minded education professionals, working together to positively impact the lives of young people. At the Edwin Group we are incredibly proud of the products and services we provide to our valued clients in the Education sector. We are looking for an inspirational Head of People Advisory Services for our Edwin People division; to lead and manage our growing team in the delivery of high-quality strategic HR advice and support exclusively to Schools and Multi Academy Trusts (MATs). We have ambitious plans to grow the business and would like the successful person to grow with us. Edwin People support Schools and MATs to deliver organisational improvement, reduce workload, and enhance staff retention by providing expert HR, financial, recruitment, and strategic leadership support, whilst driving efficiency and securing financial stability. We predominantly work with Senior Leaders and Headteachers, supporting their school or MAT development and providing additional capacity and expertise to address key challenges. We are fully committed to establishing Edwin People as a strong and respected brand in the education sector, through the development of a compelling suite of services and products but also increasing our role as thought leaders in the sector. Since launching in January 2024, feedback from clients on the quality of our services has been excellent and we are now ready to scale up, accelerating our growth plans and building a service that operates nationally, supported by our branch network across The Edwin Group. The role: The Head of People Advisory Services will be integral to helping to shape and develop our services together with leading on School MAT contracts ensuring the provision of high quality proactive strategic advice to our clients through project work and retained service contracts. With shared responsibility for a small team, the role will provide expert guidance on MAT mergers, MAT growth, staffing reviews, and complex employee relations cases, acting as a trusted advisor and sounding board for headteachers, CEOs, and internal HR teams. Responsibilities: Working collaboratively with the Edwin People Senior Team, lead the commercial success of the business, the shaping of service offerings, generating new business opportunities, ensuring high quality service delivery and maximising client retention. Lead and develop a national team of people professionals to ensure a high-quality service to our client base. Ensuring their professional development and providing the necessary guidance and support to ensure they flourish in their roles. Be an advocate and promoter of Edwin People and wider Edwin products and services. Develop and maintain high quality relationships with Schools and MAT s. Provide high-quality strategic HR support, offering proactive strategic advice in alignment with employment legislation and education sector standards. Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, offering expert guidance on the full range of HR needs including policies, procedures, terms and conditions, employee relations, change management, talent and reward, and employment legislation. Act as a vital sounding board to school and MAT internal teams in areas such as people strategy, organisational design, workforce planning, succession planning and culture development, Lead on undertaking external reviews including executive pay, pay and rewards, employer brand, wellbeing and flexible working. Lead on school and MAT growth projects including academisation, MAT growth and MAT mergers including all aspects of TUPE, HR due diligence and risk management. Provide strategic advice on change management processes, including redundancies, restructures, and TUPE transfers. Business Development Develop strategies to identify potential clients and actively pursue new business opportunities to expand the company's reach. Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, multi-academy trusts (MATs), and other educational partners to secure long-term partnerships. Work with the sales & marketing teams to create compelling proposals and presentations to showcase the company's services and solutions to prospective clients. Present workshops, webinars and events to demonstrate our knowledge and expertise in the sector. Work closely with marketing teams to develop and implement effective marketing campaigns and strategies that promote the company's services. Monitor market trends: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to identify opportunities for growth and innovation. Drive business development initiatives and projects, ensuring they align with the company's overall strategic goals and objectives. Monitor and report on the progress of business development activities, providing regular updates to senior management. Employee Relations & Case Management: Manage complex employee relations cases, ensuring they are handled effectively and in compliance with internal policies and employment law. Supporting and advising at formal hearings and appeals Work collaboratively with Trade Unions and employee representatives where applicable. Policy Development & Implementation: Advise on the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures across client organisations, ensuring they are aligned with statutory requirements and best practices. Provide training and guidance to managers on the interpretation and application of these policies. Group Wide Responsibilities Act as an Ambassador for the Group s ESG strategy demonstrated through a commitment to adopt, promote and comply with ESG policies, developments, and initiatives. Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are understood and adhered to. Working in collaboration with Group departments e.g. Partnerships, Marketing, and Finance. Any other duties commensurate with the level of the role. Requirements and skills HR or Business Management Degree or equivalent CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) or equivalent experience in a generalist HR role. Minimum of 5 years experience in education HR at a senior level Experience with safer recruitment practices and maintaining compliance with regulatory frameworks such as OFSTED. Experience of working with Trade Unions. Previous experience of working in and supporting within the education sector, ideally to schools or multi-academy trusts. Experience of advising at board or executive level. Previous experience of leading and mentoring a team of HR professionals. Previous experience of design and implementation of organisational development initiatives. Proven experience managing complex employee relations cases and change management including restructures, redundancies, absence management, disciplinaries, and grievances. Previous experience of project managing end to end TUPE processes Strong understanding of UK employment law, specifically in the education sector. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coach senior stakeholders. Ability to write reports with a focus on high quality and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines. Proficiency in HR systems and data management, with strong IT skills (Microsoft Office suite). Customer-focused with a proactive and solution-oriented approach. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Resilient, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues tactfully. Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning. Willingness to travel to client sites as required with a full driving license and access to a vehicle. Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and other relevant clearance checks. Commitment to safeguarding children and young people and ensuring that all policies, procedures and service provision practices comply with all statutory safeguarding requirements and obligations. Requirements and skills Desirable Leadership qualification Business development skills . click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Role: Head of People Advisory Services Location: Newcastle, Sheffield or London (hybrid with regular travel to schools and MAT s) Salary: £60k-£65k Benefits: 30 days annual leave + birthday off Free parking onsite Enhanced parental leave Income protection plan Private medical care Life assurance EAP and online/digital GP Wellbeing support services Professional development Fantastic supportive culture We are The Edwin Group - a growing collective of like-minded education professionals, working together to positively impact the lives of young people. At the Edwin Group we are incredibly proud of the products and services we provide to our valued clients in the Education sector. We are looking for an inspirational Head of People Advisory Services for our Edwin People division; to lead and manage our growing team in the delivery of high-quality strategic HR advice and support exclusively to Schools and Multi Academy Trusts (MATs). We have ambitious plans to grow the business and would like the successful person to grow with us. Edwin People support Schools and MATs to deliver organisational improvement, reduce workload, and enhance staff retention by providing expert HR, financial, recruitment, and strategic leadership support, whilst driving efficiency and securing financial stability. We predominantly work with Senior Leaders and Headteachers, supporting their school or MAT development and providing additional capacity and expertise to address key challenges. We are fully committed to establishing Edwin People as a strong and respected brand in the education sector, through the development of a compelling suite of services and products but also increasing our role as thought leaders in the sector. Since launching in January 2024, feedback from clients on the quality of our services has been excellent and we are now ready to scale up, accelerating our growth plans and building a service that operates nationally, supported by our branch network across The Edwin Group. The role: The Head of People Advisory Services will be integral to helping to shape and develop our services together with leading on School MAT contracts ensuring the provision of high quality proactive strategic advice to our clients through project work and retained service contracts. With shared responsibility for a small team, the role will provide expert guidance on MAT mergers, MAT growth, staffing reviews, and complex employee relations cases, acting as a trusted advisor and sounding board for headteachers, CEOs, and internal HR teams. Responsibilities: Working collaboratively with the Edwin People Senior Team, lead the commercial success of the business, the shaping of service offerings, generating new business opportunities, ensuring high quality service delivery and maximising client retention. Lead and develop a national team of people professionals to ensure a high-quality service to our client base. Ensuring their professional development and providing the necessary guidance and support to ensure they flourish in their roles. Be an advocate and promoter of Edwin People and wider Edwin products and services. Develop and maintain high quality relationships with Schools and MAT s. Provide high-quality strategic HR support, offering proactive strategic advice in alignment with employment legislation and education sector standards. Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, offering expert guidance on the full range of HR needs including policies, procedures, terms and conditions, employee relations, change management, talent and reward, and employment legislation. Act as a vital sounding board to school and MAT internal teams in areas such as people strategy, organisational design, workforce planning, succession planning and culture development, Lead on undertaking external reviews including executive pay, pay and rewards, employer brand, wellbeing and flexible working. Lead on school and MAT growth projects including academisation, MAT growth and MAT mergers including all aspects of TUPE, HR due diligence and risk management. Provide strategic advice on change management processes, including redundancies, restructures, and TUPE transfers. Business Development Develop strategies to identify potential clients and actively pursue new business opportunities to expand the company's reach. Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, multi-academy trusts (MATs), and other educational partners to secure long-term partnerships. Work with the sales & marketing teams to create compelling proposals and presentations to showcase the company's services and solutions to prospective clients. Present workshops, webinars and events to demonstrate our knowledge and expertise in the sector. Work closely with marketing teams to develop and implement effective marketing campaigns and strategies that promote the company's services. Monitor market trends: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to identify opportunities for growth and innovation. Drive business development initiatives and projects, ensuring they align with the company's overall strategic goals and objectives. Monitor and report on the progress of business development activities, providing regular updates to senior management. Employee Relations & Case Management: Manage complex employee relations cases, ensuring they are handled effectively and in compliance with internal policies and employment law. Supporting and advising at formal hearings and appeals Work collaboratively with Trade Unions and employee representatives where applicable. Policy Development & Implementation: Advise on the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures across client organisations, ensuring they are aligned with statutory requirements and best practices. Provide training and guidance to managers on the interpretation and application of these policies. Group Wide Responsibilities Act as an Ambassador for the Group s ESG strategy demonstrated through a commitment to adopt, promote and comply with ESG policies, developments, and initiatives. Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are understood and adhered to. Working in collaboration with Group departments e.g. Partnerships, Marketing, and Finance. Any other duties commensurate with the level of the role. Requirements and skills HR or Business Management Degree or equivalent CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) or equivalent experience in a generalist HR role. Minimum of 5 years experience in education HR at a senior level Experience with safer recruitment practices and maintaining compliance with regulatory frameworks such as OFSTED. Experience of working with Trade Unions. Previous experience of working in and supporting within the education sector, ideally to schools or multi-academy trusts. Experience of advising at board or executive level. Previous experience of leading and mentoring a team of HR professionals. Previous experience of design and implementation of organisational development initiatives. Proven experience managing complex employee relations cases and change management including restructures, redundancies, absence management, disciplinaries, and grievances. Previous experience of project managing end to end TUPE processes Strong understanding of UK employment law, specifically in the education sector. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coach senior stakeholders. Ability to write reports with a focus on high quality and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines. Proficiency in HR systems and data management, with strong IT skills (Microsoft Office suite). Customer-focused with a proactive and solution-oriented approach. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Resilient, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues tactfully. Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning. Willingness to travel to client sites as required with a full driving license and access to a vehicle. Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and other relevant clearance checks. Commitment to safeguarding children and young people and ensuring that all policies, procedures and service provision practices comply with all statutory safeguarding requirements and obligations. Requirements and skills Desirable Leadership qualification Business development skills . click apply for full job details
R27528 Head of Integrated Planning - Trials, Tests & Evaluation (TT&E) Closing date: 13 July 2025 Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: Competitive leadership salary depending on experience, plus various other benefits including a generous holiday allowance, performance related bonus & an additional flexible benefit scheme. Working pattern: Primarily an onsite position but there is the scope to work from home dependent on business needs. AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight, applications from candidates wishing to work full or part-time will be considered. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? Reporting directly to the General Manager for Trials, Tests & Evaluation (TT&E), the Head of Integrated Planning is a strategic leadership position responsible for ensuring alignment between strategic objectives and requirements and operational execution through a multi-tiered planning approach aligned to senior engagement, manufacturing alignment and control, and manufacturing execution. You will lead the engagement and integration of the TT&E master plan with the enterprise level Strategic Warhead Enterprise Plan (SWEP) through collaboration with several delivery areas infrastructure, engineering planning and across all the business units. You will work as part of the TT&E senior leadership team as well as across Business Units with the wider operational planning community of practice to support the implementation and continuous improvement of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) across the Business Units. This includes: Driving senior-level engagement to ensure planning decisions are informed, aligned, and strategically sound. Coordinating cross-functional planning activities, integrating demand, supply, and capacity planning to optimise manufacturing performance. Ensuring seamless alignment and control across manufacturing operations, from strategic long-range planning to day-to-day execution. Championing data-driven decision-making, fostering transparency and agility across the planning cycle. This is a pivotal leadership role that bridges strategic intent with operational delivery-ensuring the Business Unit remains responsive, efficient, and future-ready. Key Responsibilities Provide the overall integrated master schedule control for a Business Unit, aggregating and managing demand over the short, medium and long term, which incorporates balancing multiple requirements (e.g. maintenance, capital works) to ensure we deliver to customer requirements. Direct support for the General Manager including providing subject matter expertise into the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, feeding from the operational planning team, and integrating with programmes and the Strategic Warhead Enterprise Plan. You will be overseeing the strategic long-term view of the plan through to implementation. Lead the transformation of the business unit as part of the wider AWE transformation and change management. Provision of Management Information and reporting to support Business Unit decision making and upward reporting of KPIs and delivery into the AWE Executive and MOD customer governance. Key interface to ePMO, Warhead PMO, Infrastructure delivery Unit and Transformation programmes for overarching Business Unit capacity planning/ prioritisation/ deconfliction/ integration. Overseeing and driving the financial performance of the Business Unit on behalf of the General Manager, including the analysis of information from the product, demand, supply and finance reviews to generate financial forecasts and the identification of efficiencies and risks. Monitor and manage risk, assumptions and issues ensuring that appropriate mitigations are delivered at pace to support delivery. Who are we looking for? Requirements Degree educated or similar attainment level demonstrated through experience. Extensive project or operational planning experience. Experience leading business transformation and change management within a matrix environment. Overseeing and managing budgets and the ability to operate within a changing financial environment. Overseeing and communicating risk management at a strategic level. Provide inspirational leadership to a team with diverse skills and experience and build and lead a high performing team through a period of change. Reporting - collating management information and translating it into insights at a strategic level to influence across stakeholders and the organisation. Excellent stakeholder management skills; building and maintaining strong and positive relationships at all levels, including with senior leaders, customers, suppliers, and other external partners. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Experience of working in a TT&E environment. Broad understanding of a manufacturing and/or regulatory environment. Deep knowledge in planning processes: demand planning, supply planning, manufacturing flow, material planning and S&OP process. Manage programmes, schedules and plans, and positively respond to changing circumstances with agility and resilience. Project and programme planning qualifications/ a member of a professional body. Knowledge of Project Management (tools techniques, practices) and knowledge of commercial and finance. Proven experience in implementing and continuous improvement of sales and operations planning processes. Management and interpretation of operational performance information. Knowledge and experience of enterprise ERP/ MRP systems and SAP. Strong analytical skills, ensuring that that decisions are made by guided problem solving, and are informed by policies, procedures and business plan. You see yourself as having a strategic and proactive approach to managing obstacles. We welcome a visionary leader with a 'growth mindset' to push the boundaries of what's possible. You'll be joining us at a pivotal time, with the chance to shape the future direction of AWE through exciting technical projects. Additional requirements: Willingness to undertake UK and overseas travel. Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearance. DV clearance is required for this position.
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
R27528 Head of Integrated Planning - Trials, Tests & Evaluation (TT&E) Closing date: 13 July 2025 Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: Competitive leadership salary depending on experience, plus various other benefits including a generous holiday allowance, performance related bonus & an additional flexible benefit scheme. Working pattern: Primarily an onsite position but there is the scope to work from home dependent on business needs. AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight, applications from candidates wishing to work full or part-time will be considered. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? Reporting directly to the General Manager for Trials, Tests & Evaluation (TT&E), the Head of Integrated Planning is a strategic leadership position responsible for ensuring alignment between strategic objectives and requirements and operational execution through a multi-tiered planning approach aligned to senior engagement, manufacturing alignment and control, and manufacturing execution. You will lead the engagement and integration of the TT&E master plan with the enterprise level Strategic Warhead Enterprise Plan (SWEP) through collaboration with several delivery areas infrastructure, engineering planning and across all the business units. You will work as part of the TT&E senior leadership team as well as across Business Units with the wider operational planning community of practice to support the implementation and continuous improvement of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) across the Business Units. This includes: Driving senior-level engagement to ensure planning decisions are informed, aligned, and strategically sound. Coordinating cross-functional planning activities, integrating demand, supply, and capacity planning to optimise manufacturing performance. Ensuring seamless alignment and control across manufacturing operations, from strategic long-range planning to day-to-day execution. Championing data-driven decision-making, fostering transparency and agility across the planning cycle. This is a pivotal leadership role that bridges strategic intent with operational delivery-ensuring the Business Unit remains responsive, efficient, and future-ready. Key Responsibilities Provide the overall integrated master schedule control for a Business Unit, aggregating and managing demand over the short, medium and long term, which incorporates balancing multiple requirements (e.g. maintenance, capital works) to ensure we deliver to customer requirements. Direct support for the General Manager including providing subject matter expertise into the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, feeding from the operational planning team, and integrating with programmes and the Strategic Warhead Enterprise Plan. You will be overseeing the strategic long-term view of the plan through to implementation. Lead the transformation of the business unit as part of the wider AWE transformation and change management. Provision of Management Information and reporting to support Business Unit decision making and upward reporting of KPIs and delivery into the AWE Executive and MOD customer governance. Key interface to ePMO, Warhead PMO, Infrastructure delivery Unit and Transformation programmes for overarching Business Unit capacity planning/ prioritisation/ deconfliction/ integration. Overseeing and driving the financial performance of the Business Unit on behalf of the General Manager, including the analysis of information from the product, demand, supply and finance reviews to generate financial forecasts and the identification of efficiencies and risks. Monitor and manage risk, assumptions and issues ensuring that appropriate mitigations are delivered at pace to support delivery. Who are we looking for? Requirements Degree educated or similar attainment level demonstrated through experience. Extensive project or operational planning experience. Experience leading business transformation and change management within a matrix environment. Overseeing and managing budgets and the ability to operate within a changing financial environment. Overseeing and communicating risk management at a strategic level. Provide inspirational leadership to a team with diverse skills and experience and build and lead a high performing team through a period of change. Reporting - collating management information and translating it into insights at a strategic level to influence across stakeholders and the organisation. Excellent stakeholder management skills; building and maintaining strong and positive relationships at all levels, including with senior leaders, customers, suppliers, and other external partners. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Experience of working in a TT&E environment. Broad understanding of a manufacturing and/or regulatory environment. Deep knowledge in planning processes: demand planning, supply planning, manufacturing flow, material planning and S&OP process. Manage programmes, schedules and plans, and positively respond to changing circumstances with agility and resilience. Project and programme planning qualifications/ a member of a professional body. Knowledge of Project Management (tools techniques, practices) and knowledge of commercial and finance. Proven experience in implementing and continuous improvement of sales and operations planning processes. Management and interpretation of operational performance information. Knowledge and experience of enterprise ERP/ MRP systems and SAP. Strong analytical skills, ensuring that that decisions are made by guided problem solving, and are informed by policies, procedures and business plan. You see yourself as having a strategic and proactive approach to managing obstacles. We welcome a visionary leader with a 'growth mindset' to push the boundaries of what's possible. You'll be joining us at a pivotal time, with the chance to shape the future direction of AWE through exciting technical projects. Additional requirements: Willingness to undertake UK and overseas travel. Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearance. DV clearance is required for this position.
Commercial Administrator required for 6 month fixed contract in Matlock £25,000 Your new company Working for a leading manufacturing business in Matlock you will be part of a growing department. Due to an increase in workloads our client is keen to appoint a Commercial Administrator to provide support initially on a 6 month fixed term contract but this role could quickly become permanent for the right candidate. Key Vacancy information - Immediate start required in June /July 2025 - Based on site in Matlock - Salary £25,000 - 36 hour week - 9-5 Monday to Friday - Free parking , ideally the successful applicant will have their own transport as public transport is limited. -This role is a fixed contract for 6 months but could become permanent for the right candidate Your new role This will be a busy admin role based in the Sales / Commercial Department and the main purpose of the role will be to support with commercial admin tasks. The successful candidate will ideally have held a similar role previously and able to demonstrate the ability to complete the duties of the role as described; - Support with all admin related to commercial sales (no sales involved) - Sales order processing -Liaise with transport partners to coordinate customer deliveries -Data entry and maintenance of all pricing and customer paperwork onto the system (SAP) -Update Excel worksheets -Keep product information up to date on the system, -Ensure that all freight is documented correctly and compliant (training given) - Export documentation, completing pack lists and invoices ( training given) - General admin tasks and admin support requested by the Customer Services Manager -Knowledge of MS Office required, SAP would be ideal but not essential What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of 1-2 years admin experience. An excellent working knowledge of MS Office is required Candidates must be able to reach the office location and be able to start a fixed contract immediately. Hays Recruitment are recruiting to this vacancy on behalf of our fantastic client. Should your application be successful a Consultant will call you to discuss a telephone screen and the next steps please make sure you receive the call and speak to the Consultant promptly. What you'll get in return Immediate start required in June /July 2025- Based on site in Matlock - Salary £25,000 - 36 hour week - 9-5 Monday to Friday - Free parking , ideally the successful applicant will have their own transport as public transport is limited. -This role is a fixed contract for 6 months but could become permanent for the right candidate What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Commercial Administrator required for 6 month fixed contract in Matlock £25,000 Your new company Working for a leading manufacturing business in Matlock you will be part of a growing department. Due to an increase in workloads our client is keen to appoint a Commercial Administrator to provide support initially on a 6 month fixed term contract but this role could quickly become permanent for the right candidate. Key Vacancy information - Immediate start required in June /July 2025 - Based on site in Matlock - Salary £25,000 - 36 hour week - 9-5 Monday to Friday - Free parking , ideally the successful applicant will have their own transport as public transport is limited. -This role is a fixed contract for 6 months but could become permanent for the right candidate Your new role This will be a busy admin role based in the Sales / Commercial Department and the main purpose of the role will be to support with commercial admin tasks. The successful candidate will ideally have held a similar role previously and able to demonstrate the ability to complete the duties of the role as described; - Support with all admin related to commercial sales (no sales involved) - Sales order processing -Liaise with transport partners to coordinate customer deliveries -Data entry and maintenance of all pricing and customer paperwork onto the system (SAP) -Update Excel worksheets -Keep product information up to date on the system, -Ensure that all freight is documented correctly and compliant (training given) - Export documentation, completing pack lists and invoices ( training given) - General admin tasks and admin support requested by the Customer Services Manager -Knowledge of MS Office required, SAP would be ideal but not essential What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of 1-2 years admin experience. An excellent working knowledge of MS Office is required Candidates must be able to reach the office location and be able to start a fixed contract immediately. Hays Recruitment are recruiting to this vacancy on behalf of our fantastic client. Should your application be successful a Consultant will call you to discuss a telephone screen and the next steps please make sure you receive the call and speak to the Consultant promptly. What you'll get in return Immediate start required in June /July 2025- Based on site in Matlock - Salary £25,000 - 36 hour week - 9-5 Monday to Friday - Free parking , ideally the successful applicant will have their own transport as public transport is limited. -This role is a fixed contract for 6 months but could become permanent for the right candidate What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Customer Order Account Co-ordinator req. for a successful & reputable Knutsford based company £28,000pa Your new company Due to growth and continuous success, our client a Knutsford based organisation are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Customer Order Account Co-ordinator to join their small and fast paced established team. Your new role A varied and expanding role, you will join a company and team which really values and supports their employees, from training through to continuous growth and developmental paths, you will not be just another 'number'! Within this successful team, your personable nature and ability to organise and multitask will see you gain lots of business exposure. As the Customer Order Account Co-ordinator, you be responsible for a whole host of tasks which makes this role so interesting. You will be learning each task from the ground up and developing knowledge and experience to ensure you are provided with all skills needed to be a valued team member. Working as part of a small team, you will work with a portfolio of business clients where you will act as the account manager, ensuring all your client's sales needs are met, providing business sales support and guidance when needed. Tasks may include raising contracts, providing business quotes - dealing with commodity prices, exchange rates, changing market circumstances etc. to formulate & prepare quotations, negotiating on prices, upselling, planning and organising logistics and delivery of goods to carrying out and providing general administrative tasks/support. You will be the go to for your portfolio and act as the interface of the company. This is a great role for a confident communicator who enjoys taking control and managing, who can self-organise and multitask. The company recognises growth and development and will help you shine. What you'll need to succeed Excellent communication skills Previous Administration and co-ordination experience Confident communicator - be happy to negotiate with clients (prices) Eager to learn and gain full business commercial exposure Wiling to go the extra mile Able to think outside the box Computer-literate Can do attitude Team player What you'll get in return £ Competitive salary £26,0pa (Plus annual bonus) dependant on experience Long-established reputable company Training and development opportunities Parking 25 days holds +bh Great team Non-contributory company pension - 10% of basic salaryDress down FridaysHybridised working- up to 2 days working from home (following successful probation)Flexible hours between 8am and 6pm with core of 7 per day (following successful probation) (weekdays only)Cycle to work schemeOn site free parkingDeath in ServiceCritical illness coverChildcare vouchers What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Customer Order Account Co-ordinator req. for a successful & reputable Knutsford based company £28,000pa Your new company Due to growth and continuous success, our client a Knutsford based organisation are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Customer Order Account Co-ordinator to join their small and fast paced established team. Your new role A varied and expanding role, you will join a company and team which really values and supports their employees, from training through to continuous growth and developmental paths, you will not be just another 'number'! Within this successful team, your personable nature and ability to organise and multitask will see you gain lots of business exposure. As the Customer Order Account Co-ordinator, you be responsible for a whole host of tasks which makes this role so interesting. You will be learning each task from the ground up and developing knowledge and experience to ensure you are provided with all skills needed to be a valued team member. Working as part of a small team, you will work with a portfolio of business clients where you will act as the account manager, ensuring all your client's sales needs are met, providing business sales support and guidance when needed. Tasks may include raising contracts, providing business quotes - dealing with commodity prices, exchange rates, changing market circumstances etc. to formulate & prepare quotations, negotiating on prices, upselling, planning and organising logistics and delivery of goods to carrying out and providing general administrative tasks/support. You will be the go to for your portfolio and act as the interface of the company. This is a great role for a confident communicator who enjoys taking control and managing, who can self-organise and multitask. The company recognises growth and development and will help you shine. What you'll need to succeed Excellent communication skills Previous Administration and co-ordination experience Confident communicator - be happy to negotiate with clients (prices) Eager to learn and gain full business commercial exposure Wiling to go the extra mile Able to think outside the box Computer-literate Can do attitude Team player What you'll get in return £ Competitive salary £26,0pa (Plus annual bonus) dependant on experience Long-established reputable company Training and development opportunities Parking 25 days holds +bh Great team Non-contributory company pension - 10% of basic salaryDress down FridaysHybridised working- up to 2 days working from home (following successful probation)Flexible hours between 8am and 6pm with core of 7 per day (following successful probation) (weekdays only)Cycle to work schemeOn site free parkingDeath in ServiceCritical illness coverChildcare vouchers What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Who we are American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions, and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security. Get to know the business General Insurance is a leading provider of insurance products and services for commercial and personal insurance customers. It includes one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. General Insurance offers a broad range of products to customers through a diversified, multichannel distribution network. About the role What you need to know: Our New Business Development Manager will build and maintain strong relationships with Global and International Brokers. They will be responsible for leading the deal management of cross class prospects, aligning to AIG's appetite. Developing and imbedding an innovative approach to business development. They promote a sales focus and customer/broker-centric mentality across all stakeholders within AIG. Responsibilities: Identify and secures new opportunities and relationships Achieves New Business budget Implement, and operate to, required guidelines and standards Build and manage pipeline of opportunities through effective use of Salesforce Present written or verbal propositions in response to RFP's Promotes AIG products with strong knowledge of AIG's value proposition What we're looking for: ACII or CII preferable Knowledge of commercial insurance distribution in the UK Knowledge of different distribution methods Awareness of legal and compliance issues Proven relationship management skills Proven business development skills Proven ability to achieve exceptional sales results Proven ability in developing and executing sales plans Strong commercial skills in analysing; planning; strategy; key relationships; and performance management At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike. Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what's most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security-as well as your professional development-to bring peace of mind to you and your family. Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us - across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become. Welcome to a culture of inclusion We're committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other's talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG's greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations. AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories. AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to . Functional Area: SM - Sales & Marketing AIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Who we are American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions, and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security. Get to know the business General Insurance is a leading provider of insurance products and services for commercial and personal insurance customers. It includes one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. General Insurance offers a broad range of products to customers through a diversified, multichannel distribution network. About the role What you need to know: Our New Business Development Manager will build and maintain strong relationships with Global and International Brokers. They will be responsible for leading the deal management of cross class prospects, aligning to AIG's appetite. Developing and imbedding an innovative approach to business development. They promote a sales focus and customer/broker-centric mentality across all stakeholders within AIG. Responsibilities: Identify and secures new opportunities and relationships Achieves New Business budget Implement, and operate to, required guidelines and standards Build and manage pipeline of opportunities through effective use of Salesforce Present written or verbal propositions in response to RFP's Promotes AIG products with strong knowledge of AIG's value proposition What we're looking for: ACII or CII preferable Knowledge of commercial insurance distribution in the UK Knowledge of different distribution methods Awareness of legal and compliance issues Proven relationship management skills Proven business development skills Proven ability to achieve exceptional sales results Proven ability in developing and executing sales plans Strong commercial skills in analysing; planning; strategy; key relationships; and performance management At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike. Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what's most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security-as well as your professional development-to bring peace of mind to you and your family. Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us - across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become. Welcome to a culture of inclusion We're committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other's talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG's greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations. AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories. AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to . Functional Area: SM - Sales & Marketing AIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd
A Top 50 recruiter with a turnover of 100 million, Stafforce is one of the UK's leading independent recruiters. We have a passion for people and are looking for a dynamic, ambitious, and energetic Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding and award winning recruitment team in Lincoln. This position would suit an ambitious, experienced Recruitment Consultant or a Sales Professional looking to take the next step in their career. Working at Stafforce is so much more than just a job. You'll receive a market-leading total rewards package consisting of a competitive salary and commission structure, annual profit share, reward and recognition package and access to a wide range of complimentary employee well-being services. We recruit for attitude and train for success, so we'll also support your development through our clear path development programme and management academy. Sound good? Salary: from 26,500PA plus commission. Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (with rotational on-call) The role: Identify, explore, and maximise new business opportunities Work in partnership and develop robust and meaningful relationships within new and existing client base Deliver a candidate focused culture, ensuring the candidate experience is at the heart of all activities Maintain client and candidate records, adhering to quality procedures and legislation, ensuring a compliant and ethical service Assist the Business Manager with general day to day tasks, deputising in periods of annual leave and supporting our strategic growth plans The successful candidate will have: Business development experience with a proven track record of target achievement The ability to forge strong business relationships Strong communication skills, written and verbal Be innovative and creative with the ability to organise and prioritise Experience of excelling within a fast-paced environment A full driving licence and own transport If you can demonstrate a passion for sales, the motivation to win and a desire to succeed - then we want to hear from you. S16 About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
A Top 50 recruiter with a turnover of 100 million, Stafforce is one of the UK's leading independent recruiters. We have a passion for people and are looking for a dynamic, ambitious, and energetic Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding and award winning recruitment team in Lincoln. This position would suit an ambitious, experienced Recruitment Consultant or a Sales Professional looking to take the next step in their career. Working at Stafforce is so much more than just a job. You'll receive a market-leading total rewards package consisting of a competitive salary and commission structure, annual profit share, reward and recognition package and access to a wide range of complimentary employee well-being services. We recruit for attitude and train for success, so we'll also support your development through our clear path development programme and management academy. Sound good? Salary: from 26,500PA plus commission. Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (with rotational on-call) The role: Identify, explore, and maximise new business opportunities Work in partnership and develop robust and meaningful relationships within new and existing client base Deliver a candidate focused culture, ensuring the candidate experience is at the heart of all activities Maintain client and candidate records, adhering to quality procedures and legislation, ensuring a compliant and ethical service Assist the Business Manager with general day to day tasks, deputising in periods of annual leave and supporting our strategic growth plans The successful candidate will have: Business development experience with a proven track record of target achievement The ability to forge strong business relationships Strong communication skills, written and verbal Be innovative and creative with the ability to organise and prioritise Experience of excelling within a fast-paced environment A full driving licence and own transport If you can demonstrate a passion for sales, the motivation to win and a desire to succeed - then we want to hear from you. S16 About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
Job Role The café manager is responsible for leading all team members both paid staff and volunteers in the efficient and self sustaining operation of the cafe. They are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and financial performance of the café and maintaining high standards. They need to foster a positive environment, which provides consistent, fast, efficient, and friendly service and a high quality experience for both our customers and team members. Team members include paid staff and volunteers some of whom have learning difficulties. The manager will support and work within the Christian aims and purposes of St Thomas Church, and in accordance with its ethos and values, creating a place for all at the heart of the community. The Church takes the safety of everyone within the church very seriously and expects that everyone will work within the Church safeguarding policy. The café manager will be responsible to the Team Vicar at St Thomas Church Responsibilities Product: Manages and develops menus Initiates, reviews and manages processes to make sure that all staff and volunteers are ensuring food served and delivered is to a high and consistent quality. Ensures that all team members are educated on our products and services and products are delivered to customers consistently to a high quality. Initiates, reviews, and manages systems that ensure that all staff and volunteers are inducted and continually trained in food hygiene, allergen awareness and that all statutory records regarding food hygiene, allergens are kept up to date. Initiates, reviews and manages systems to improve stock control and minimise wastage Service: Is the Role Model for outstanding service in the cafe. Pro-active in solving customer problems and satisfying customers in various situations and can handle conflict and other sensitive issues in a calm and fair manner. Ensures that all team members provide customers with efficient, friendly, superior service on a consistent basis. Consistently monitors, coaches and encourages team members to meet excellent service standards. Assesses and provides adequate resource (paid staff and volunteers) to provide efficient and friendly, superior service and documents this on the weekly rota. Maintains high cleanliness standards consistently throughout the cafe in the areas of store appearance, merchandise and equipment. Training and Development: Ensures a safe, enjoyable place of work for all team members recognising and respecting the unique needs, abilities and potential for development in every individual Provides ongoing training and development to all team members (staff and volunteers) in the areas of operating standards, customer service and product knowledge. Demonstrates the ability to lead, effectively communicates and is passionate about the Cafe. Builds morale and team spirit by fostering a work environment where team members input is encouraged and valued. Ensures each team member has received proper training to perform as a barista or in any other role effectively and efficiently. Coaches and counsels team members for improved performance, documenting developmental plans for paid staff as necessary. With support from your line manager, ensure that employment law and the businesses policies are followed in relation to human resources. Hold 1 week and 3 month reviews with new employed starters, and with your line manager Ensure that new starters are fulfilling the duties of their role(s) before the end of their probationary period Hold annual reviews with employed café staff to celebrate their achievements and to identify areas where additional training or support may be required. Cafe Operations: Ensures that all cafe operating procedures are adequately documented and available for all to use Ensures the Staff handbook is updated regularly Facilitates on-going training and development of current staff and volunteers. Promotes and practices safe work habits, identifying and resolving potential safety hazards, operational inconsistencies and any team member or customer incidents. Provides the necessary health and safety training for staff and volunteers Documents accidents, conducts initial investigation and determination of root cause in the interest of maintaining a safe work environment Business Delivers the agreed financial targets for the café Develops promotional programmes to deliver the sales targets Safeguarding The Church takes the safety of everyone within the church very seriously and expects that everyone will work within the Church safeguarding policy. In particular, the Church expects anyone who becomes aware of a safeguarding risk or of actual abuse, to immediately raise this with the Parish Safeguarding Officer. Those who work with children, young people and/or adults who are vulnerable should have a commitment to: Adhere to the church's policies and codes of conduct Treat individuals with respect Recognise and respect their abilities and potential for development Working in ways that meet and develop the personal, spiritual, social and pastoral needs Promote their rights to make their own decisions and choices, unless it is unsafe Ensure their welfare and safety The promotion of social justice, social responsibility, and respect for others Confidentiality, never passing on personal information, except to the person you are responsible to, unless there are safeguarding issues of concern which must always be reported to the person you are responsible to and to the safeguarding officer. Person Specification: 1 Skills 1.1 Good written and oral communication skills 1.2 Good numeracy skills 1.3 Confident, enthusiastic and self-motivated with a great work ethic 1.4 Creative, innovative and willing to implement ideas and professional opinion 1.5 Team player with a demonstrable positive, can do attitude and ability to motivate a team including volunteers. 1.6 Motivated by a passion for preparing food with quality and with great service delivery 1.7 Excellent customer service skills and demonstrable experience in a café environment- preferably in management, but not essential. 1.8 Able to show sensitivity and flexibility as circumstances demand 1.9 Resilient and able to work under pressure when faced with complex and demanding situations 1.10 Able to handle conflict and other sensitive issues in a calm and fair manner Knowledge 2.1 Knowledge of the catering and / or coffee sector 2.2 Possess a high level of coffee art skills and knowledge 2.3 Sound knowledge of Hygiene, Health and Safety Experience 3.1 Experience of preparing food to safe and high standards 3.2 Experience of working as a barista in a coffee shop 3.3 Experience of working with, supporting and guiding people and volunteers of all ages 3.4 Experience of line managing people Qualifications 3.1 A good general level of education 3.2 Food Safety and Hygiene level 2 Working Arrangements 40 hours per week between the hours of 8am to 4.30 Monday to Wednesday, 8am to 6.30pm Thursday and Friday, 9 am to 4.30 pm on Saturdays. 10am to 4.30pm Sunday including up to three weekends per month (minimum two) 28 days paid holiday per year plus public holidays. Plus 1 day paid holiday per year on your birthday Salary Up to £14.79 per hour depending on experience (Annual £30,763) Pension scheme The PCC has a workplace pension scheme with NEST and follows legal requirements . Nest is the workplace pension scheme set up by the government. You may be automatically enrolled into the occupational Pension Scheme however you may also choose to opt out of this. Should you opt to take out a Personal Pension Plan then this is a private matter between yourself and the financial institution concerned and does not involve the Church in any way. References: Excellent and unequivocal references Current Employer Former Employer
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Job Role The café manager is responsible for leading all team members both paid staff and volunteers in the efficient and self sustaining operation of the cafe. They are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and financial performance of the café and maintaining high standards. They need to foster a positive environment, which provides consistent, fast, efficient, and friendly service and a high quality experience for both our customers and team members. Team members include paid staff and volunteers some of whom have learning difficulties. The manager will support and work within the Christian aims and purposes of St Thomas Church, and in accordance with its ethos and values, creating a place for all at the heart of the community. The Church takes the safety of everyone within the church very seriously and expects that everyone will work within the Church safeguarding policy. The café manager will be responsible to the Team Vicar at St Thomas Church Responsibilities Product: Manages and develops menus Initiates, reviews and manages processes to make sure that all staff and volunteers are ensuring food served and delivered is to a high and consistent quality. Ensures that all team members are educated on our products and services and products are delivered to customers consistently to a high quality. Initiates, reviews, and manages systems that ensure that all staff and volunteers are inducted and continually trained in food hygiene, allergen awareness and that all statutory records regarding food hygiene, allergens are kept up to date. Initiates, reviews and manages systems to improve stock control and minimise wastage Service: Is the Role Model for outstanding service in the cafe. Pro-active in solving customer problems and satisfying customers in various situations and can handle conflict and other sensitive issues in a calm and fair manner. Ensures that all team members provide customers with efficient, friendly, superior service on a consistent basis. Consistently monitors, coaches and encourages team members to meet excellent service standards. Assesses and provides adequate resource (paid staff and volunteers) to provide efficient and friendly, superior service and documents this on the weekly rota. Maintains high cleanliness standards consistently throughout the cafe in the areas of store appearance, merchandise and equipment. Training and Development: Ensures a safe, enjoyable place of work for all team members recognising and respecting the unique needs, abilities and potential for development in every individual Provides ongoing training and development to all team members (staff and volunteers) in the areas of operating standards, customer service and product knowledge. Demonstrates the ability to lead, effectively communicates and is passionate about the Cafe. Builds morale and team spirit by fostering a work environment where team members input is encouraged and valued. Ensures each team member has received proper training to perform as a barista or in any other role effectively and efficiently. Coaches and counsels team members for improved performance, documenting developmental plans for paid staff as necessary. With support from your line manager, ensure that employment law and the businesses policies are followed in relation to human resources. Hold 1 week and 3 month reviews with new employed starters, and with your line manager Ensure that new starters are fulfilling the duties of their role(s) before the end of their probationary period Hold annual reviews with employed café staff to celebrate their achievements and to identify areas where additional training or support may be required. Cafe Operations: Ensures that all cafe operating procedures are adequately documented and available for all to use Ensures the Staff handbook is updated regularly Facilitates on-going training and development of current staff and volunteers. Promotes and practices safe work habits, identifying and resolving potential safety hazards, operational inconsistencies and any team member or customer incidents. Provides the necessary health and safety training for staff and volunteers Documents accidents, conducts initial investigation and determination of root cause in the interest of maintaining a safe work environment Business Delivers the agreed financial targets for the café Develops promotional programmes to deliver the sales targets Safeguarding The Church takes the safety of everyone within the church very seriously and expects that everyone will work within the Church safeguarding policy. In particular, the Church expects anyone who becomes aware of a safeguarding risk or of actual abuse, to immediately raise this with the Parish Safeguarding Officer. Those who work with children, young people and/or adults who are vulnerable should have a commitment to: Adhere to the church's policies and codes of conduct Treat individuals with respect Recognise and respect their abilities and potential for development Working in ways that meet and develop the personal, spiritual, social and pastoral needs Promote their rights to make their own decisions and choices, unless it is unsafe Ensure their welfare and safety The promotion of social justice, social responsibility, and respect for others Confidentiality, never passing on personal information, except to the person you are responsible to, unless there are safeguarding issues of concern which must always be reported to the person you are responsible to and to the safeguarding officer. Person Specification: 1 Skills 1.1 Good written and oral communication skills 1.2 Good numeracy skills 1.3 Confident, enthusiastic and self-motivated with a great work ethic 1.4 Creative, innovative and willing to implement ideas and professional opinion 1.5 Team player with a demonstrable positive, can do attitude and ability to motivate a team including volunteers. 1.6 Motivated by a passion for preparing food with quality and with great service delivery 1.7 Excellent customer service skills and demonstrable experience in a café environment- preferably in management, but not essential. 1.8 Able to show sensitivity and flexibility as circumstances demand 1.9 Resilient and able to work under pressure when faced with complex and demanding situations 1.10 Able to handle conflict and other sensitive issues in a calm and fair manner Knowledge 2.1 Knowledge of the catering and / or coffee sector 2.2 Possess a high level of coffee art skills and knowledge 2.3 Sound knowledge of Hygiene, Health and Safety Experience 3.1 Experience of preparing food to safe and high standards 3.2 Experience of working as a barista in a coffee shop 3.3 Experience of working with, supporting and guiding people and volunteers of all ages 3.4 Experience of line managing people Qualifications 3.1 A good general level of education 3.2 Food Safety and Hygiene level 2 Working Arrangements 40 hours per week between the hours of 8am to 4.30 Monday to Wednesday, 8am to 6.30pm Thursday and Friday, 9 am to 4.30 pm on Saturdays. 10am to 4.30pm Sunday including up to three weekends per month (minimum two) 28 days paid holiday per year plus public holidays. Plus 1 day paid holiday per year on your birthday Salary Up to £14.79 per hour depending on experience (Annual £30,763) Pension scheme The PCC has a workplace pension scheme with NEST and follows legal requirements . Nest is the workplace pension scheme set up by the government. You may be automatically enrolled into the occupational Pension Scheme however you may also choose to opt out of this. Should you opt to take out a Personal Pension Plan then this is a private matter between yourself and the financial institution concerned and does not involve the Church in any way. References: Excellent and unequivocal references Current Employer Former Employer
