ABOUT THE ROLE We're looking for an experienced Business Director to join our media planning and strategy team on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a senior client leadership role where you'll take commercial and strategic ownership of two high-profile accounts, working as an embedded partner to drive their growth and deliver exceptional results. You'll lead all aspects of the client relationship - from strategic counsel and commercial management to team leadership and agency coordination. Reporting to the Head of Planning and working closely with our CIO and MD, you'll be responsible for the client performance, strategic direction, and day to day excellence of these accounts. This is an opportunity to step into a genuine client leadership role within a fast-growing independent agency, where your impact will be visible and your expertise valued. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Client Leadership & Strategic Partnership Act as the primary senior client lead and strategic partner, working as an extension of the client's leadership team Spend regular time embedded in the client's office, building deep, trusted relationships at senior levels Lead regular one to one meetings with C suite and senior stakeholders to manage priorities, performance, and partnership health Provide proactive strategic counsel, translating business challenges into media solutions Challenge briefs constructively and educate clients on market trends, innovations, and opportunities Own all senior client communications, ensuring clarity, confidence, and strategic thinking at all times Champion Walk In's point of view and represent the agency as a thought leader in the market (as and when applicable) Commercial Ownership Own the commercial performance and P&L for your accounts, including revenue growth Lead client forecasting, ensuring accuracy and financial governance Drive commercial conversations with clients Identify and convert upsell opportunities, expanding scope and deepening client investment Maintain commercial alignment between client expectations and agency delivery capabilities Report on financial performance and business health to senior leadership Strategy & Planning Excellence Design and deliver impactful, effective communications strategies that align to client business objectives Lead strategic planning across the full media ecosystem - paid, earned, and owned - ensuring integration and coherence Ensure all strategies are insight led, data driven, measurable, and translated clearly into activation plans Own monthly, quarterly and annual strategic reviews, providing clear senior level narrative on performance, learnings, and forward priorities Lead econometric reviews and effectiveness analyses, translating insights into actionable recommendations that drive performance Champion test and learn programmes and innovation, bringing proactive thinking and future focused solutions to clients Integrated Agency Leadership Lead communications and coordination across all agency partners, acting as the senior point of contact Establish aligned ways of working, clear roles and responsibilities, and strong cross agency collaboration Act as the escalation point for issues, proactively resolving challenges to maintain momentum and trust Oversee end to end delivery across communications planning, activation, and ongoing optimisation Lead responses to briefs and RFPs, coordinating input from investment, specialist, and partner teams Own audit processes and responses, ensuring robust preparation, clear storytelling, and strong outcomes New Business & Growth Lead pitch processes and contribute to credentials presentations, representing Walk In's strategic capabilities Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing accounts and the broader market Support the agency's new business strategy and act as an ambassador for Walk In in industry forums and events Share case studies, learnings, and best practices to strengthen Walk In's market position Team Leadership & Development Line manage two Senior Account Managers and provide oversight of Account Executives across both clients Manage workflow, resource allocation, and team performance to deliver collective goals Mentor and develop direct reports, providing regular feedback, coaching, and career development support Create learning opportunities and share knowledge openly across the team Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members Lead by example, demonstrating excellence in client service, strategic thinking, and commercial acumen Champion Walk In's values and foster a collaborative, solution focused team culture The Head of Planning will support your development through regular 1:1s, providing guidance on client work, team management, and your personal career progression. ABOUT YOU & YOUR EXPERIENCE Essential: Proven track record as a trusted senior partner and strategic advisor to clients, with demonstrable impact on business outcomes Expert in designing impactful, effective communications strategies across the full media ecosystem (paid, earned, owned) Deep planning experience across online and offline channels, with strong knowledge of planning tools (Nielsen, YouGov, TGI, etc.) Commercial acumen with experience owning client P&Ls, managing profitability, and leading pricing/contract negotiations Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience line managing and developing account teams Excellent communicator with the ability to present complex strategies clearly and influence senior stakeholders Subject matter expertise in media planning and a genuine passion for teaching and developing junior talent Proven ability to build strong, embedded relationships both internally and with clients Experience leading pitches and contributing to new business development Comfortable working in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment with multiple priorities We'd love if you also had: A collaborative mentality and passion for bringing people together across teams and agencies Specific interest in working within a fast growing, independent agency with an entrepreneurial spirit Tenacious by nature, with a track record of creating new ideas for clients and contributing to agency growth Experience working with econometric modelling and effectiveness measurement Knowledge of the latest innovations in media, technology, and marketing A point of view on the future of media and communications planning INTERVIEW PROCESS For this role, there are at least three rounds to the interview process: Stage 1: Initial Interview An initial fact finding conversation reviewing core competencies, your experience, and what you can bring to the role. To be held over Teams with the Head of Planning. Stage 2: Strategy Presentation A presentation responding to a brief, demonstrating your strategic thinking, planning expertise, and presentation skills. To be held in person at our Covent Garden office with the Head of Planning and MD. Stage 3: Final Interview A meeting with our CEO and CIO to discuss your fit with Walk In's culture, values, and strategic direction. If we require you to meet anyone else in the team, we will let you know during the process. ABOUT US Walk In Media's mission is to deliver long term, sustainable growth for brands by bringing together all marketing activity into one connected ecosystem. We work closely with our clients for an integrated approach to their commercial success. We're a full service media agency offering brands the service, transparency, agility and breakthrough thinking of an independent agency, yet with the full specialist capabilities and global scale of a network agency (we're part of MSQ Group). At Walk In Media, we plan for outcomes We're a full service media agency, offering the agile fast response of an independent but with backing from the MSQ network which means we have access to a wide range of specialist services from Creative to PR to Data. The fact we operate as an independent means that not only do we deliver fast, responsive service, we also design the strategy & plans for the required business outcome, choosing the channels and partners exclusively on what's best for the client outcome, and not our bottom line. Helping small medium sized businesses scale quickly is what gets us out of bed each day. We enjoy the fast pace, the challenge of things never done before and using our expertise to help our clients' businesses grow. We believe brand and performance go hand in hand, so whilst we might look for outcomes in the short term, we'll always be planning for long term growth too. Alongside paid, we understand that the whole comms ecosystem has to work together as a well oiled machine to get the best results. We will happily advise clients when they need us, and also when they don't, guiding them as to where else in the ecosystem they should focus their attention. What does our best work look like? We plan for outcomes. Planning for an outcome is at the heart of what we do, starting with the objective and devising the best solution to reach that goal. Whatever capacity you come to us in, small brief or large . click apply for full job details
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE We're looking for an experienced Business Director to join our media planning and strategy team on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a senior client leadership role where you'll take commercial and strategic ownership of two high-profile accounts, working as an embedded partner to drive their growth and deliver exceptional results. You'll lead all aspects of the client relationship - from strategic counsel and commercial management to team leadership and agency coordination. Reporting to the Head of Planning and working closely with our CIO and MD, you'll be responsible for the client performance, strategic direction, and day to day excellence of these accounts. This is an opportunity to step into a genuine client leadership role within a fast-growing independent agency, where your impact will be visible and your expertise valued. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Client Leadership & Strategic Partnership Act as the primary senior client lead and strategic partner, working as an extension of the client's leadership team Spend regular time embedded in the client's office, building deep, trusted relationships at senior levels Lead regular one to one meetings with C suite and senior stakeholders to manage priorities, performance, and partnership health Provide proactive strategic counsel, translating business challenges into media solutions Challenge briefs constructively and educate clients on market trends, innovations, and opportunities Own all senior client communications, ensuring clarity, confidence, and strategic thinking at all times Champion Walk In's point of view and represent the agency as a thought leader in the market (as and when applicable) Commercial Ownership Own the commercial performance and P&L for your accounts, including revenue growth Lead client forecasting, ensuring accuracy and financial governance Drive commercial conversations with clients Identify and convert upsell opportunities, expanding scope and deepening client investment Maintain commercial alignment between client expectations and agency delivery capabilities Report on financial performance and business health to senior leadership Strategy & Planning Excellence Design and deliver impactful, effective communications strategies that align to client business objectives Lead strategic planning across the full media ecosystem - paid, earned, and owned - ensuring integration and coherence Ensure all strategies are insight led, data driven, measurable, and translated clearly into activation plans Own monthly, quarterly and annual strategic reviews, providing clear senior level narrative on performance, learnings, and forward priorities Lead econometric reviews and effectiveness analyses, translating insights into actionable recommendations that drive performance Champion test and learn programmes and innovation, bringing proactive thinking and future focused solutions to clients Integrated Agency Leadership Lead communications and coordination across all agency partners, acting as the senior point of contact Establish aligned ways of working, clear roles and responsibilities, and strong cross agency collaboration Act as the escalation point for issues, proactively resolving challenges to maintain momentum and trust Oversee end to end delivery across communications planning, activation, and ongoing optimisation Lead responses to briefs and RFPs, coordinating input from investment, specialist, and partner teams Own audit processes and responses, ensuring robust preparation, clear storytelling, and strong outcomes New Business & Growth Lead pitch processes and contribute to credentials presentations, representing Walk In's strategic capabilities Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing accounts and the broader market Support the agency's new business strategy and act as an ambassador for Walk In in industry forums and events Share case studies, learnings, and best practices to strengthen Walk In's market position Team Leadership & Development Line manage two Senior Account Managers and provide oversight of Account Executives across both clients Manage workflow, resource allocation, and team performance to deliver collective goals Mentor and develop direct reports, providing regular feedback, coaching, and career development support Create learning opportunities and share knowledge openly across the team Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members Lead by example, demonstrating excellence in client service, strategic thinking, and commercial acumen Champion Walk In's values and foster a collaborative, solution focused team culture The Head of Planning will support your development through regular 1:1s, providing guidance on client work, team management, and your personal career progression. ABOUT YOU & YOUR EXPERIENCE Essential: Proven track record as a trusted senior partner and strategic advisor to clients, with demonstrable impact on business outcomes Expert in designing impactful, effective communications strategies across the full media ecosystem (paid, earned, owned) Deep planning experience across online and offline channels, with strong knowledge of planning tools (Nielsen, YouGov, TGI, etc.) Commercial acumen with experience owning client P&Ls, managing profitability, and leading pricing/contract negotiations Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience line managing and developing account teams Excellent communicator with the ability to present complex strategies clearly and influence senior stakeholders Subject matter expertise in media planning and a genuine passion for teaching and developing junior talent Proven ability to build strong, embedded relationships both internally and with clients Experience leading pitches and contributing to new business development Comfortable working in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment with multiple priorities We'd love if you also had: A collaborative mentality and passion for bringing people together across teams and agencies Specific interest in working within a fast growing, independent agency with an entrepreneurial spirit Tenacious by nature, with a track record of creating new ideas for clients and contributing to agency growth Experience working with econometric modelling and effectiveness measurement Knowledge of the latest innovations in media, technology, and marketing A point of view on the future of media and communications planning INTERVIEW PROCESS For this role, there are at least three rounds to the interview process: Stage 1: Initial Interview An initial fact finding conversation reviewing core competencies, your experience, and what you can bring to the role. To be held over Teams with the Head of Planning. Stage 2: Strategy Presentation A presentation responding to a brief, demonstrating your strategic thinking, planning expertise, and presentation skills. To be held in person at our Covent Garden office with the Head of Planning and MD. Stage 3: Final Interview A meeting with our CEO and CIO to discuss your fit with Walk In's culture, values, and strategic direction. If we require you to meet anyone else in the team, we will let you know during the process. ABOUT US Walk In Media's mission is to deliver long term, sustainable growth for brands by bringing together all marketing activity into one connected ecosystem. We work closely with our clients for an integrated approach to their commercial success. We're a full service media agency offering brands the service, transparency, agility and breakthrough thinking of an independent agency, yet with the full specialist capabilities and global scale of a network agency (we're part of MSQ Group). At Walk In Media, we plan for outcomes We're a full service media agency, offering the agile fast response of an independent but with backing from the MSQ network which means we have access to a wide range of specialist services from Creative to PR to Data. The fact we operate as an independent means that not only do we deliver fast, responsive service, we also design the strategy & plans for the required business outcome, choosing the channels and partners exclusively on what's best for the client outcome, and not our bottom line. Helping small medium sized businesses scale quickly is what gets us out of bed each day. We enjoy the fast pace, the challenge of things never done before and using our expertise to help our clients' businesses grow. We believe brand and performance go hand in hand, so whilst we might look for outcomes in the short term, we'll always be planning for long term growth too. Alongside paid, we understand that the whole comms ecosystem has to work together as a well oiled machine to get the best results. We will happily advise clients when they need us, and also when they don't, guiding them as to where else in the ecosystem they should focus their attention. What does our best work look like? We plan for outcomes. Planning for an outcome is at the heart of what we do, starting with the objective and devising the best solution to reach that goal. Whatever capacity you come to us in, small brief or large . click apply for full job details
Salary: £67,600 - £78,000 (depending on experience) Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid - with regular in-person client meetings) Job Type: Permanent Working pattern: Full time We're open to exploring other working patterns on a case by case basis, where possible and in line with business needs. Closing date: 02/ 03/ 2026 (9:00am) - We encourage early applications as we reserve the right, if required, to close this role ahead of the date advertised. Start date: 18/05/2026. We're ideally looking for the successful candidate to start on or around this date to support ongoing business needs. Who we are We are Public Digital, a digital transformation consultancy. We help global institutions that matter thrive in the digital era. We apply the culture, processes, business models and technologies of modern delivery to help teams build and run excellent services. Working with the leaders doing strategy, and the teams doing delivery, we operate globally, advising large organisations and governments on six continents. We're values driven and we articulate them in our positions on the Public Digital website. Attitude as much as skill is critically important to us as a team and we look for entrepreneurialism, initiative, kindness, and a willingness to pitch in. We fundamentally believe transformation is about people, and that change comes from creating great teams and the conditions to successfully empower them. About the role We're looking for people who work in digital, in the broadest sense. You might be a specialist, like a service designer, product manager, or software developer. Or you might be more of a generalist, like a policy professional, strategist, or digital team lead. What matters most is that you understand digital transformation, care about making change happen and delivering better outcomes. At Public Digital, you'll apply your skills as a consultant, but not in the traditional sense. Our consultancy is grounded in lived experience: yours, and that of the wider team. You'll advise and coach, facilitate and write, and help people make decisions that lead to real progress. If you bring a specialist skillset, you'll use it in a hands on way. Working alongside client teams, showing by doing, and helping others learn by doing it with you. You'll join small, multidisciplinary teams helping our clients with a wide range of challenges. That could mean improving public facing digital services, researching tricky policy areas, or helping large organisations shift how they work and what they value. This is a role where you'll be learning all the time by working closely with people who bring different perspectives, backgrounds, and skills. It's also a chance to make a bigger impact, by helping others build the confidence and capability to keep making change after we've stepped away. How you'll make an impact Lead day to day delivery on client projects, taking responsibility for the team's work and direction. Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and their teams, working as an advisor and coach. Undertake research and synthesise insights, developing high quality written outputs. Develop, design and implement quantitative analysis and metrics to measure impact on client engagements, working alongside the Public Digital Impact lead. Help shape transformation plans and support clients to deliver real, measurable outcomes. Make sure delivery stays on track and to a high standard, with a focus on what matters to users. Use your experience to improve how organisations work and the services they deliver. Help set up new projects well, and look after team health, delivery quality, and financial performance. Support partners and directors by spotting opportunities to grow our work and build new relationships. Contribute to the life and direction of Public Digital as a values led organisation. Create a positive, inclusive environment in your project teams and across the wider business. What we're looking for PD looks for a range of strengths in areas and awareness and knowledge in others. You do not need to meet all of the following to apply but we'd love to see solid experience in 6 7 of these. Experience leading and empowering multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality work from start to finish A pragmatic, proactive approach to managing complex client engagements, with strong organisation and delivery skills Experience working on digital, service delivery or transformation initiatives, whether in government, health, international development, the private sector, or another complex environment A solid understanding of agile, user centred approaches and how digital transformation works in practice, especially in the UK context Strong stakeholder management skills, comfortable working in complex environments and making progress in ambiguity Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex or technical concepts clearly in writing and in person An understanding of how to support healthy, collaborative team dynamics and ways of working A track record of contributing to digital communities or sharing knowledge through talks, blogs, or similar channels Quantitative or business analysis skills to help our clients, and us, understand the impact of digital transformation. Awareness and understanding of forms of artificial intelligence and their application. How you will be assessed: We want to understand your background, experiences, perspective, and what motivates you to work with us. We start with an initial sift of all applications, assessed against the "What we're looking for" criteria in the advert. If you're shortlisted, the selection process may include a mix of the following : A short phone interview (up to 30 minutes) with a member of our hiring team. A panel interview, which includes a case study exercise. You'll receive the case study in advance, along with full details about the format. An informal peer chat, giving you the chance to speak with someone in a similar role at Public Digital. Each stage is designed to be a two way conversation, giving you the chance to get to know us too. Please note that we have seen an increase in candidates using AI to complete their answers, we use tools designed to detect AI generated answers and will reject candidates if we suspect they have used this technology. Why you should apply Opportunity to grow and progress rapidly within an engaged, supportive environment. Be entrepreneurial and contribute to the growth and success of Public Digital. Deliver high impact work with leading institutions around the world. Emphasis on learning, development, and progression. Build and develop your expertise and profile through publishing blog posts, presenting at events, and sharing knowledge. Empowerment to do your best work. Home and remote working, with flexibility in how you deliver work. Buddy system and prioritised mental health. Generous holiday allowance of 30 days, plus an additional office closure over the Christmas period. Private healthcare cover. Flexible benefits allowance. Be a part of our amazing work culture. To read more about it please visit our Careers page which gives more details about our culture, employees and benefits. We're an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best. Public Digital's mission is to help institutions thrive in the internet era - to do that well, we aim to hire and empower people who reflect the diversity of the users, communities and organisations we work with. We actively encourage applications from under represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the challenges we're working to address. We're keen to hear from curious, collaborative and thoughtful people regardless of gender, age, ethnic identity, religion, socio economic status, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or physical disability. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement in the job description, please apply anyway, you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team. Things you need to know Salary We'll offer a salary that reflects your experience and the skills you show throughout the process. We aim to be as competitive as possible based on what you bring to the role. Flexible working We support flexible working, and you can split your time between home and our London office. Most of the team comes in around once a week to collaborate, but there's no set requirement to be in regularly. However, as this is a client facing role, there may be times when you'll need to travel to a client's office or attend in person meetings, depending on the needs of the project. While we offer flexibility where we can, we also appreciate the same in return when it comes to meeting client expectations. Right to work You'll need to already have the right to work in the UK when you start. We're not able to sponsor visas for this role. Reserve list If the current live roles are filled but we consider you right for PD, you will be offered the chance to join our reserve list . click apply for full job details
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Salary: £67,600 - £78,000 (depending on experience) Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid - with regular in-person client meetings) Job Type: Permanent Working pattern: Full time We're open to exploring other working patterns on a case by case basis, where possible and in line with business needs. Closing date: 02/ 03/ 2026 (9:00am) - We encourage early applications as we reserve the right, if required, to close this role ahead of the date advertised. Start date: 18/05/2026. We're ideally looking for the successful candidate to start on or around this date to support ongoing business needs. Who we are We are Public Digital, a digital transformation consultancy. We help global institutions that matter thrive in the digital era. We apply the culture, processes, business models and technologies of modern delivery to help teams build and run excellent services. Working with the leaders doing strategy, and the teams doing delivery, we operate globally, advising large organisations and governments on six continents. We're values driven and we articulate them in our positions on the Public Digital website. Attitude as much as skill is critically important to us as a team and we look for entrepreneurialism, initiative, kindness, and a willingness to pitch in. We fundamentally believe transformation is about people, and that change comes from creating great teams and the conditions to successfully empower them. About the role We're looking for people who work in digital, in the broadest sense. You might be a specialist, like a service designer, product manager, or software developer. Or you might be more of a generalist, like a policy professional, strategist, or digital team lead. What matters most is that you understand digital transformation, care about making change happen and delivering better outcomes. At Public Digital, you'll apply your skills as a consultant, but not in the traditional sense. Our consultancy is grounded in lived experience: yours, and that of the wider team. You'll advise and coach, facilitate and write, and help people make decisions that lead to real progress. If you bring a specialist skillset, you'll use it in a hands on way. Working alongside client teams, showing by doing, and helping others learn by doing it with you. You'll join small, multidisciplinary teams helping our clients with a wide range of challenges. That could mean improving public facing digital services, researching tricky policy areas, or helping large organisations shift how they work and what they value. This is a role where you'll be learning all the time by working closely with people who bring different perspectives, backgrounds, and skills. It's also a chance to make a bigger impact, by helping others build the confidence and capability to keep making change after we've stepped away. How you'll make an impact Lead day to day delivery on client projects, taking responsibility for the team's work and direction. Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and their teams, working as an advisor and coach. Undertake research and synthesise insights, developing high quality written outputs. Develop, design and implement quantitative analysis and metrics to measure impact on client engagements, working alongside the Public Digital Impact lead. Help shape transformation plans and support clients to deliver real, measurable outcomes. Make sure delivery stays on track and to a high standard, with a focus on what matters to users. Use your experience to improve how organisations work and the services they deliver. Help set up new projects well, and look after team health, delivery quality, and financial performance. Support partners and directors by spotting opportunities to grow our work and build new relationships. Contribute to the life and direction of Public Digital as a values led organisation. Create a positive, inclusive environment in your project teams and across the wider business. What we're looking for PD looks for a range of strengths in areas and awareness and knowledge in others. You do not need to meet all of the following to apply but we'd love to see solid experience in 6 7 of these. Experience leading and empowering multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality work from start to finish A pragmatic, proactive approach to managing complex client engagements, with strong organisation and delivery skills Experience working on digital, service delivery or transformation initiatives, whether in government, health, international development, the private sector, or another complex environment A solid understanding of agile, user centred approaches and how digital transformation works in practice, especially in the UK context Strong stakeholder management skills, comfortable working in complex environments and making progress in ambiguity Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex or technical concepts clearly in writing and in person An understanding of how to support healthy, collaborative team dynamics and ways of working A track record of contributing to digital communities or sharing knowledge through talks, blogs, or similar channels Quantitative or business analysis skills to help our clients, and us, understand the impact of digital transformation. Awareness and understanding of forms of artificial intelligence and their application. How you will be assessed: We want to understand your background, experiences, perspective, and what motivates you to work with us. We start with an initial sift of all applications, assessed against the "What we're looking for" criteria in the advert. If you're shortlisted, the selection process may include a mix of the following : A short phone interview (up to 30 minutes) with a member of our hiring team. A panel interview, which includes a case study exercise. You'll receive the case study in advance, along with full details about the format. An informal peer chat, giving you the chance to speak with someone in a similar role at Public Digital. Each stage is designed to be a two way conversation, giving you the chance to get to know us too. Please note that we have seen an increase in candidates using AI to complete their answers, we use tools designed to detect AI generated answers and will reject candidates if we suspect they have used this technology. Why you should apply Opportunity to grow and progress rapidly within an engaged, supportive environment. Be entrepreneurial and contribute to the growth and success of Public Digital. Deliver high impact work with leading institutions around the world. Emphasis on learning, development, and progression. Build and develop your expertise and profile through publishing blog posts, presenting at events, and sharing knowledge. Empowerment to do your best work. Home and remote working, with flexibility in how you deliver work. Buddy system and prioritised mental health. Generous holiday allowance of 30 days, plus an additional office closure over the Christmas period. Private healthcare cover. Flexible benefits allowance. Be a part of our amazing work culture. To read more about it please visit our Careers page which gives more details about our culture, employees and benefits. We're an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best. Public Digital's mission is to help institutions thrive in the internet era - to do that well, we aim to hire and empower people who reflect the diversity of the users, communities and organisations we work with. We actively encourage applications from under represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the challenges we're working to address. We're keen to hear from curious, collaborative and thoughtful people regardless of gender, age, ethnic identity, religion, socio economic status, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or physical disability. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement in the job description, please apply anyway, you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team. Things you need to know Salary We'll offer a salary that reflects your experience and the skills you show throughout the process. We aim to be as competitive as possible based on what you bring to the role. Flexible working We support flexible working, and you can split your time between home and our London office. Most of the team comes in around once a week to collaborate, but there's no set requirement to be in regularly. However, as this is a client facing role, there may be times when you'll need to travel to a client's office or attend in person meetings, depending on the needs of the project. While we offer flexibility where we can, we also appreciate the same in return when it comes to meeting client expectations. Right to work You'll need to already have the right to work in the UK when you start. We're not able to sponsor visas for this role. Reserve list If the current live roles are filled but we consider you right for PD, you will be offered the chance to join our reserve list . click apply for full job details
Welcome to Hastings Direct We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our pricing and data capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture.We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there - our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration and constructive challenge.We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change. Great pricing is built on trust, innovation and precision, so our aim is to ensure customers receive a fair and accurate price based on their individual risk, supporting fair outcomes, while delivering sustainable and profitable growth for our company.Pricing is more than just a number - it's a strategic capability. At the heart of Hastings is deep risk insight - continually improving how we assess, segment and price risk through data and analytics. Role overview As Head of Car Risk Pricing, you'll shape and deliver our underwriting risk pricing strategy, ensuring profitable growth, fair value for customers, and full regulatory compliance.Our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration, and constructive challenge. We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change.You'll be leading a high-performing pricing function of senior managers, managers and analysts- combining insurance expertise with advanced analytics to achieve some ambitious outcomes! Skills we would like you to have: Proven leadership experience running a pricing function in a fast-paced trading environment; general insurance background desirable (motor preferred) but not essential Strong technical expertise in pricing methodologies and analytics, with the ability to translate complex data and modelling outputs into actionable business strategies Commercially driven , balancing competing demands to deliver business value in a dynamic market Strategic thinker who sets a clear vision and delivers at pace; comfortable with test-and-learn and course correction Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across lean, agile organisations Experience we would like you to have Strategy & Delivery Own and execute the end-to-end risk pricing strategy for Car insurance. Keeping ahead of market, technology, consumer, and regulatory trends to ensure pricing decisions meet commercial objectives and deliver fair value and good customer outcomes Leadership Lead and develop a high-performing team of pricing specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Building clear ownership, operating rhythm, and talent pipelines to drive measurable outcomes Throughput & Impact Increase the cadence of price changes and clearly evidence value creation through improved loss ratios and competitive positioning. Communicating complex pricing insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions Innovation & Infrastructure Champion the use of advanced analytics and modern techniques to enhance pricing accuracy and efficiency. Modernise pricing infrastructure, processes, and evaluation methods to identify and remove subsidies faster than competitorsAs a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey.We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website. Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £6k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working -we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 5 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more .Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need.Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:06/02/2026and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Welcome to Hastings Direct We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our pricing and data capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture.We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there - our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration and constructive challenge.We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change. Great pricing is built on trust, innovation and precision, so our aim is to ensure customers receive a fair and accurate price based on their individual risk, supporting fair outcomes, while delivering sustainable and profitable growth for our company.Pricing is more than just a number - it's a strategic capability. At the heart of Hastings is deep risk insight - continually improving how we assess, segment and price risk through data and analytics. Role overview As Head of Car Risk Pricing, you'll shape and deliver our underwriting risk pricing strategy, ensuring profitable growth, fair value for customers, and full regulatory compliance.Our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration, and constructive challenge. We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change.You'll be leading a high-performing pricing function of senior managers, managers and analysts- combining insurance expertise with advanced analytics to achieve some ambitious outcomes! Skills we would like you to have: Proven leadership experience running a pricing function in a fast-paced trading environment; general insurance background desirable (motor preferred) but not essential Strong technical expertise in pricing methodologies and analytics, with the ability to translate complex data and modelling outputs into actionable business strategies Commercially driven , balancing competing demands to deliver business value in a dynamic market Strategic thinker who sets a clear vision and delivers at pace; comfortable with test-and-learn and course correction Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across lean, agile organisations Experience we would like you to have Strategy & Delivery Own and execute the end-to-end risk pricing strategy for Car insurance. Keeping ahead of market, technology, consumer, and regulatory trends to ensure pricing decisions meet commercial objectives and deliver fair value and good customer outcomes Leadership Lead and develop a high-performing team of pricing specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Building clear ownership, operating rhythm, and talent pipelines to drive measurable outcomes Throughput & Impact Increase the cadence of price changes and clearly evidence value creation through improved loss ratios and competitive positioning. Communicating complex pricing insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions Innovation & Infrastructure Champion the use of advanced analytics and modern techniques to enhance pricing accuracy and efficiency. Modernise pricing infrastructure, processes, and evaluation methods to identify and remove subsidies faster than competitorsAs a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey.We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website. Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £6k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working -we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 5 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more .Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need.Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:06/02/2026and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation. What we do We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do. Head of Core Delivery South of England Competitive Salary + Bonus and Car Allowance - Flexible base within the South West region The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Head of Core Delivery to lead the operational performance of a large-scale housing maintenance contract supporting 27,000 homes across the South of England. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of core housing services, including responsive repairs, statutory and mandatory maintenance, grounds maintenance and void preparation. Reporting to the Accommodation Operations Director, you will play a key leadership role within an established long-term contract, driving operational performance, customer outcomes and commercial sustainability across a complex, geographically dispersed portfolio. About the Contract VIVO is four years into a seven-year contract delivering repairs, maintenance, void services and asset investment across a significant UK Defence residential estate. Key Responsibilities Operational Delivery Lead delivery of core housing services across repairs, maintenance, grounds and void operations Ensure contractual performance measures and service standards are consistently achieved Drive operational efficiency, service reliability and customer satisfaction across regional delivery teams Health, Safety & Compliance Champion a strong safety culture across employees and supply chain partners Ensure all statutory, regulatory and contractual compliance requirements are met Manage operational budgets, forecasting and financial performance Ensure appropriate cost recovery mechanisms are applied across all services Identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality Client & Stakeholder Management Act as the senior regional interface for client and stakeholder engagement Build strong working relationships that support collaborative contract delivery Represent the organisation at regional operational and stakeholder forums Supply Chain & Performance Management Lead and manage supply chain partners to ensure consistent delivery standards Embed standard processes and performance expectations across all providers Drive continuous improvement and sharing of best practice across delivery regions Lead and develop high-performing operational teams Promote innovation and challenge existing ways of working to improve outcomes Support the Operations Director as deputy, providing operational leadership when required About You We are looking for a confident operational leader with strong commercial awareness and housing or asset management delivery experience. Senior leadership experience within housing maintenance, facilities management or asset management environments Strong commercial and financial management capability Experience managing large operational contracts and performance frameworks Demonstrable success delivering efficiencies and service improvements Strong client and stakeholder management experience Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate multi-disciplinary teams Key Capabilities Delivery and results focused Commercially aware and financially disciplined Collaborative and relationship-driven Resilient and adaptable within fast-paced operational environments Committed to safety, compliance and customer service excellence Additional Requirements Ability to travel across the South of England as required Experience operating within regulated or safety-critical environments advantageous VIVO Defence Services The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process. At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation. What we do We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do. Head of Core Delivery South of England Competitive Salary + Bonus and Car Allowance - Flexible base within the South West region The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Head of Core Delivery to lead the operational performance of a large-scale housing maintenance contract supporting 27,000 homes across the South of England. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of core housing services, including responsive repairs, statutory and mandatory maintenance, grounds maintenance and void preparation. Reporting to the Accommodation Operations Director, you will play a key leadership role within an established long-term contract, driving operational performance, customer outcomes and commercial sustainability across a complex, geographically dispersed portfolio. About the Contract VIVO is four years into a seven-year contract delivering repairs, maintenance, void services and asset investment across a significant UK Defence residential estate. Key Responsibilities Operational Delivery Lead delivery of core housing services across repairs, maintenance, grounds and void operations Ensure contractual performance measures and service standards are consistently achieved Drive operational efficiency, service reliability and customer satisfaction across regional delivery teams Health, Safety & Compliance Champion a strong safety culture across employees and supply chain partners Ensure all statutory, regulatory and contractual compliance requirements are met Manage operational budgets, forecasting and financial performance Ensure appropriate cost recovery mechanisms are applied across all services Identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality Client & Stakeholder Management Act as the senior regional interface for client and stakeholder engagement Build strong working relationships that support collaborative contract delivery Represent the organisation at regional operational and stakeholder forums Supply Chain & Performance Management Lead and manage supply chain partners to ensure consistent delivery standards Embed standard processes and performance expectations across all providers Drive continuous improvement and sharing of best practice across delivery regions Lead and develop high-performing operational teams Promote innovation and challenge existing ways of working to improve outcomes Support the Operations Director as deputy, providing operational leadership when required About You We are looking for a confident operational leader with strong commercial awareness and housing or asset management delivery experience. Senior leadership experience within housing maintenance, facilities management or asset management environments Strong commercial and financial management capability Experience managing large operational contracts and performance frameworks Demonstrable success delivering efficiencies and service improvements Strong client and stakeholder management experience Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate multi-disciplinary teams Key Capabilities Delivery and results focused Commercially aware and financially disciplined Collaborative and relationship-driven Resilient and adaptable within fast-paced operational environments Committed to safety, compliance and customer service excellence Additional Requirements Ability to travel across the South of England as required Experience operating within regulated or safety-critical environments advantageous VIVO Defence Services The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process. At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager who will help partner with key Experian regions. You will drive productisation and scaling of the products in the Analytics portfolio in ESS, with a focus on Optimisation solutions. Reporting to the VP of Product Management, your responsibilities will include: Drive adoption and knowledge of Optimization solutions in ESS and the regions Be a Subject Matter Expert in the field of constrained mathematical optimisation Work with regional GTM teams on sales opportunities, including pre sales support. Deliver support for client implementations and ongoing usage Product Management for Optimize and other high profile global products, including management of PI processes and roadmap Lead and coordinate Proof of Concept projects in Analytics Understanding product and technical requirements and feasibility Determining product market fit for the local market Collaborating with data science, infrastructure and technology teams Driving business cases for investing in new and existing analytics products Work with regional teams on market sizing, revenue potential and profitability and Identify the resources and funding needed Create written business cases to obtain senior leadership support Create global product and commercial materials Produce sales collateral and pitch decks to support GTM activities Contribute to RFP responses and client proposals Partner with regional teams to secure initial beta clients for products and then scale Comfortable both as an individual contributor and a leader of a matrix team of marketing, technical and client delivery specialists in allocated region(s) Identify suitable early adopter clients Build strong cross functional relationships across teams engaged in delivering AIS to clients About Experian Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to accomplish their financial goals and help them save time and money. We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at Experience and Skills Product management experience gained from Financial Services, Technology/Telecoms, or Management Consulting, with a with a track record in applying analytics to address practical problems Experience deploying and delivering mathematical optimisation solutions in credit risk, marketing and collections Experience driving product vision, design, roadmap and go to market discussions Experience working with commercial materials, client proposals and business cases Comfortable driving daily business, technical, and design direction Familiar with a range of Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban, and applications in a product and software development context. Familiarity with data science methodologies and techniques, particularly Machine Learning, is desirable Additional Information Benefits package includes: Hybrid working - 40% office based Great compensation package and discretionary bonus Core benefits include Pension, Bupa healthcare, Sharesave Scheme and more 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave. Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award winning; World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. Grade: D/EB8
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager who will help partner with key Experian regions. You will drive productisation and scaling of the products in the Analytics portfolio in ESS, with a focus on Optimisation solutions. Reporting to the VP of Product Management, your responsibilities will include: Drive adoption and knowledge of Optimization solutions in ESS and the regions Be a Subject Matter Expert in the field of constrained mathematical optimisation Work with regional GTM teams on sales opportunities, including pre sales support. Deliver support for client implementations and ongoing usage Product Management for Optimize and other high profile global products, including management of PI processes and roadmap Lead and coordinate Proof of Concept projects in Analytics Understanding product and technical requirements and feasibility Determining product market fit for the local market Collaborating with data science, infrastructure and technology teams Driving business cases for investing in new and existing analytics products Work with regional teams on market sizing, revenue potential and profitability and Identify the resources and funding needed Create written business cases to obtain senior leadership support Create global product and commercial materials Produce sales collateral and pitch decks to support GTM activities Contribute to RFP responses and client proposals Partner with regional teams to secure initial beta clients for products and then scale Comfortable both as an individual contributor and a leader of a matrix team of marketing, technical and client delivery specialists in allocated region(s) Identify suitable early adopter clients Build strong cross functional relationships across teams engaged in delivering AIS to clients About Experian Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to accomplish their financial goals and help them save time and money. We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at Experience and Skills Product management experience gained from Financial Services, Technology/Telecoms, or Management Consulting, with a with a track record in applying analytics to address practical problems Experience deploying and delivering mathematical optimisation solutions in credit risk, marketing and collections Experience driving product vision, design, roadmap and go to market discussions Experience working with commercial materials, client proposals and business cases Comfortable driving daily business, technical, and design direction Familiar with a range of Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban, and applications in a product and software development context. Familiarity with data science methodologies and techniques, particularly Machine Learning, is desirable Additional Information Benefits package includes: Hybrid working - 40% office based Great compensation package and discretionary bonus Core benefits include Pension, Bupa healthcare, Sharesave Scheme and more 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave. Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award winning; World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. Grade: D/EB8
Job Title: Head of Strategic Land Location: Towcester Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established, multi-disciplinary property and land consultancy in the search for a Head of Strategic Land to join their Towcester office. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially astute Chartered Surveyor to take ownership of, grow, and lead a Strategic Land offering across Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties. The Opportunity You will act as the internal figurehead for Strategic Land, providing technical expertise, market insight, and commercial leadership. Working alongside planners, architects, surveyors, and development specialists, you will deliver coordinated, high-quality advice to landowners and developers. This role offers genuine autonomy and the chance to build and shape a regional strategic land portfolio, while being part of a collaborative and supportive wider business. Key Responsibilities Lead the identification, appraisal and securing of strategic land opportunities (promotion agreements, option agreements, joint ventures, freehold acquisitions/disposals). Undertake development appraisals, land valuations, and high-level viability assessments. Advise landowners from site appraisal through promotion, planning and disposal. Maintain strong knowledge of local plans, call-for-sites, housing land supply and planning policy. Mentor and support junior team members. Strategic Growth Drive business development across Northamptonshire and neighbouring counties. Build and maintain networks with landowners, developers, promoters, housebuilders and local authorities. Develop and sustain your own client portfolio and pipeline of instructions. Review and strengthen the existing strategic land portfolio, implementing growth and diversification plans. Represent the business at regional industry events and maintain strong market presence. About You RICS-qualified (Rural, Planning & Development, or Commercial pathway preferred). Strong track record advising landowners on strategic land matters. Excellent skills in development appraisal, land valuation and planning-led strategy. Commercially driven with experience growing teams and winning work. Confident networker with strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Strategic thinker with resilience and adaptability. Full UK driving licence essential. What's on Offer Competitive salary reflective of experience Discretionary bonus potential 35 days holiday including bank holidays, plus birthday leave Additional long-service leave Private healthcare Enhanced pension scheme (NEST) Agile working (office and remote blend) Professional membership fees and CPD support Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes Employee Assistance Programme and health plan Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Strategic Land Location: Towcester Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established, multi-disciplinary property and land consultancy in the search for a Head of Strategic Land to join their Towcester office. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially astute Chartered Surveyor to take ownership of, grow, and lead a Strategic Land offering across Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties. The Opportunity You will act as the internal figurehead for Strategic Land, providing technical expertise, market insight, and commercial leadership. Working alongside planners, architects, surveyors, and development specialists, you will deliver coordinated, high-quality advice to landowners and developers. This role offers genuine autonomy and the chance to build and shape a regional strategic land portfolio, while being part of a collaborative and supportive wider business. Key Responsibilities Lead the identification, appraisal and securing of strategic land opportunities (promotion agreements, option agreements, joint ventures, freehold acquisitions/disposals). Undertake development appraisals, land valuations, and high-level viability assessments. Advise landowners from site appraisal through promotion, planning and disposal. Maintain strong knowledge of local plans, call-for-sites, housing land supply and planning policy. Mentor and support junior team members. Strategic Growth Drive business development across Northamptonshire and neighbouring counties. Build and maintain networks with landowners, developers, promoters, housebuilders and local authorities. Develop and sustain your own client portfolio and pipeline of instructions. Review and strengthen the existing strategic land portfolio, implementing growth and diversification plans. Represent the business at regional industry events and maintain strong market presence. About You RICS-qualified (Rural, Planning & Development, or Commercial pathway preferred). Strong track record advising landowners on strategic land matters. Excellent skills in development appraisal, land valuation and planning-led strategy. Commercially driven with experience growing teams and winning work. Confident networker with strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Strategic thinker with resilience and adaptability. Full UK driving licence essential. What's on Offer Competitive salary reflective of experience Discretionary bonus potential 35 days holiday including bank holidays, plus birthday leave Additional long-service leave Private healthcare Enhanced pension scheme (NEST) Agile working (office and remote blend) Professional membership fees and CPD support Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes Employee Assistance Programme and health plan Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or
An exciting position has arisen to join this ambitious council as the Head of Finance - Technical. Reporting into the Assistant Director of Finance, your role will be to lead the Council's technical finance function, ensuring robust, strategic, and compliant financial operations, as well as to ensure the vision of the corporate strategy is realised. Key responsibilities of the role include: Providing strategic leadership on statutory accounting, treasury management, taxation, and financial compliance. Acting as a principal financial advisor to the Council, Executive, Committees, and senior managers. Leading the closure of accounts, production of the Statement of Accounts, and liaison with External Audit. Line managing the Finance Manager and providing strategic direction to the Technical, Treasury, Insurance, Income and Payments team. Identifying and leading opportunities for innovation, compliance improvements, and risk mitigation. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and standards. In order to be considered for the role you will need to be a qualified finance professionals (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with the following experience: Previous experience in a local government finance role. Strong leadership and people management skills. A track record of delivering high-quality financial services in a complex organisation. Excellent communication and influencing skills. A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving and innovation. Highly organised and agile, with the ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment. The role is being offered on a permanent basis with a salary range of 63,092 to 67,853 with 1 day in the office.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
An exciting position has arisen to join this ambitious council as the Head of Finance - Technical. Reporting into the Assistant Director of Finance, your role will be to lead the Council's technical finance function, ensuring robust, strategic, and compliant financial operations, as well as to ensure the vision of the corporate strategy is realised. Key responsibilities of the role include: Providing strategic leadership on statutory accounting, treasury management, taxation, and financial compliance. Acting as a principal financial advisor to the Council, Executive, Committees, and senior managers. Leading the closure of accounts, production of the Statement of Accounts, and liaison with External Audit. Line managing the Finance Manager and providing strategic direction to the Technical, Treasury, Insurance, Income and Payments team. Identifying and leading opportunities for innovation, compliance improvements, and risk mitigation. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and standards. In order to be considered for the role you will need to be a qualified finance professionals (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with the following experience: Previous experience in a local government finance role. Strong leadership and people management skills. A track record of delivering high-quality financial services in a complex organisation. Excellent communication and influencing skills. A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving and innovation. Highly organised and agile, with the ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment. The role is being offered on a permanent basis with a salary range of 63,092 to 67,853 with 1 day in the office.
RPH Pharmaceuticals, part of the Recipharm Group, is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Regulatory Affairs to join our team. RPH Pharmaceuticals is a company focusing on developing and managing our own portfolio of pharmaceutical products. The role is responsible for leading Regulatory Affairs. The role has direct oversight of all regulatory activities including full life cycle management and compliance, to support safe and effective product development and market continuity. This role is critical to ensuring the company meets global regulatory standards. MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES Main tasks and responsibilities for the position as Head of Regulatory Affairs involve: To lead, mentor and develop a team of regulatory professionals to ensure that the business needs and departmental objectives are met. To provide regulatory strategic input into product selection, development and lifecycle planning across the portfolio. To provide regulatory guidance to both internal and external development sites in terms of all aspects of product development. To lead, develop and implement regulatory strategy for new and existing products within the pipeline and portfolio to meet corporate goals and objectives. Oversee the preparation/submission/maintenance of new Marketing Authorisation Applications in UK, EU and other International markets as required. Direct the planning, preparation, and delivery of submissions throughout the product's life cycle including briefing documents, INDs, CTAs and annual reports. To lead interactions with health authorities including scientific advice meetings for pipeline Identify potential regulatory risks to the strategic/operational plans and recommend migration strategies. Maintain regulatory oversight and guidance to project teams on compliance matters, FDA, EMA, and other competent authority requirements and on timing, logistics and operational recommendations for product development. To lead the interaction with Regulatory Authorities, clients and stakeholders concerning development, registration, and lifecycle management of products in any area of the Company's business. Interpret applicable regulations and guidelines and keep abreast of regulatory decisions, issues, potential problems, and new regulations. Maintain a high level of professional expertise through continuous learning, familiarity with guidelines, scientific literature and participation in training courses. Drive the departmental budget definition process and ensure compliance in department budget execution. Represent the company in industry associations to stay abreast of industry trends and contribute to shaping regulatory and quality standards. Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process improvements and work with relevant teams to enhance efficiency and productivity. Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on regulatory matters, identifying risks and opportunities impacting business objectives. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 10-15 years of progressive regulatory affairs experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. At least 5 years in leadership/management roles, overseeing regulatory teams or project teams Demonstrated experience with European procedures and health authority interactions with specific emphasis on generic applications. Experience with International markets preferred, though not required. Proven ability to develop regulatory strategy and guide cross-functional teams through product development and lifecycle management. Experience in negotiating with regulatory authorities at both strategic and product level. Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and lead teams by example, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a "can-do" approach that inspires others. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Proactive, with the ability to anticipate challenges and address them effectively. Collaborative and team-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration. Able to motivate and manage a team of people across a number of development projects. Detail-oriented while maintaining a strategic perspective and focus on the bigger picture. Willingness to develop in the role and in the company. WHAT WE OFFER/EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Our core values of Respect, Reliability, Collaboration and Excellence shape every aspect of our work and our interactions with all our stakeholders. We seek individuals who are respectful, considerate and honest, value diversity and show integrity in their daily work. Our culture thrives on reliability, ensuring we consistently deliver on our promises and meet the expectations of our stakeholders through operational excellence. We believe in the power of collaboration, fostering an agile environment through teamwork and active listening. Our relentless pursuit of excellence drives us to deliver high-quality products and services, while maintaining a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every team member is recognised and valued. Join us to be part of a community that is committed to mutual success and high standards. LOCATION Employees predominantly work from home; as such, video conferencing is used wherever possible and there is an expectation to gather the team periodically in person. Office space is available located in Cheadle, Manchester.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
RPH Pharmaceuticals, part of the Recipharm Group, is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Regulatory Affairs to join our team. RPH Pharmaceuticals is a company focusing on developing and managing our own portfolio of pharmaceutical products. The role is responsible for leading Regulatory Affairs. The role has direct oversight of all regulatory activities including full life cycle management and compliance, to support safe and effective product development and market continuity. This role is critical to ensuring the company meets global regulatory standards. MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES Main tasks and responsibilities for the position as Head of Regulatory Affairs involve: To lead, mentor and develop a team of regulatory professionals to ensure that the business needs and departmental objectives are met. To provide regulatory strategic input into product selection, development and lifecycle planning across the portfolio. To provide regulatory guidance to both internal and external development sites in terms of all aspects of product development. To lead, develop and implement regulatory strategy for new and existing products within the pipeline and portfolio to meet corporate goals and objectives. Oversee the preparation/submission/maintenance of new Marketing Authorisation Applications in UK, EU and other International markets as required. Direct the planning, preparation, and delivery of submissions throughout the product's life cycle including briefing documents, INDs, CTAs and annual reports. To lead interactions with health authorities including scientific advice meetings for pipeline Identify potential regulatory risks to the strategic/operational plans and recommend migration strategies. Maintain regulatory oversight and guidance to project teams on compliance matters, FDA, EMA, and other competent authority requirements and on timing, logistics and operational recommendations for product development. To lead the interaction with Regulatory Authorities, clients and stakeholders concerning development, registration, and lifecycle management of products in any area of the Company's business. Interpret applicable regulations and guidelines and keep abreast of regulatory decisions, issues, potential problems, and new regulations. Maintain a high level of professional expertise through continuous learning, familiarity with guidelines, scientific literature and participation in training courses. Drive the departmental budget definition process and ensure compliance in department budget execution. Represent the company in industry associations to stay abreast of industry trends and contribute to shaping regulatory and quality standards. Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process improvements and work with relevant teams to enhance efficiency and productivity. Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on regulatory matters, identifying risks and opportunities impacting business objectives. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 10-15 years of progressive regulatory affairs experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. At least 5 years in leadership/management roles, overseeing regulatory teams or project teams Demonstrated experience with European procedures and health authority interactions with specific emphasis on generic applications. Experience with International markets preferred, though not required. Proven ability to develop regulatory strategy and guide cross-functional teams through product development and lifecycle management. Experience in negotiating with regulatory authorities at both strategic and product level. Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and lead teams by example, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a "can-do" approach that inspires others. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Proactive, with the ability to anticipate challenges and address them effectively. Collaborative and team-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration. Able to motivate and manage a team of people across a number of development projects. Detail-oriented while maintaining a strategic perspective and focus on the bigger picture. Willingness to develop in the role and in the company. WHAT WE OFFER/EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Our core values of Respect, Reliability, Collaboration and Excellence shape every aspect of our work and our interactions with all our stakeholders. We seek individuals who are respectful, considerate and honest, value diversity and show integrity in their daily work. Our culture thrives on reliability, ensuring we consistently deliver on our promises and meet the expectations of our stakeholders through operational excellence. We believe in the power of collaboration, fostering an agile environment through teamwork and active listening. Our relentless pursuit of excellence drives us to deliver high-quality products and services, while maintaining a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every team member is recognised and valued. Join us to be part of a community that is committed to mutual success and high standards. LOCATION Employees predominantly work from home; as such, video conferencing is used wherever possible and there is an expectation to gather the team periodically in person. Office space is available located in Cheadle, Manchester.
IT Project Manager 12 Month FTC Head Office - Wonderfield Group Contract: Full Time Salary: £55,000 Contracted Hours: 40 The Wonderfield Group has recently been purchased by Zensho Holdings, the leading food service company in Japan with a market cap of $5.5b and whose aim is to become the worlds largest food company, a position from which we can eradicate hunger and poverty from around the globe. We operate restaurants, factories, and thousands of sushi kiosks and have recently built a successful cut fruit business, Snowfruit. Combining this with the three businesses previously owned by Zensho, AFC, Sushi Circle and Sushi Take, results in annual sales of $2.5b and Ebitda in excess of $140m a year with an ambitious growth trajectory. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on delivering projects from initiation through to full delivery. You'll lead the replacement of our digitals projects across 38 restaurants, manage major CRM and loyalty initiatives, and oversee projects across the EU. EPOS experience is essential - this is a critical, business-wide programme. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across Technology, Operations, and Supply Chain, managing budgets, governance, and reporting, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to plan using a mix of Agile and Waterfall methodologies. If you've successfully delivered digital or technology projects in operational or manufacturing environments, enjoy stakeholder-heavy roles, and want to make a real impact, I'd love to hear from you. Key responsibilities • Manage complex projects across business and technology teams using Agile and Waterfall methodologies • Create and maintain project plans, tracking tasks, milestones, risks, and dependencies • Coordinate stakeholders across Technology, Operations, and the wider business • Facilitate working groups and project forums • Gather and analyse requirements, from initial concepts through to detailed delivery • Lead process mapping and redesign, defining As-Is and To-Be processes • Manage end-to-end project delivery, including implementation • Ensure strong project reporting, governance, and budget control We're proud to offer: Fantastic hybrid working environment working Mon- Thurs on site and generally Fridays from home. Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance Discretionary Life Assurance Discretionary Income Protection Group Personal Pension Private Medical Cash Plan Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts. 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends. Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic. Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan. <
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
IT Project Manager 12 Month FTC Head Office - Wonderfield Group Contract: Full Time Salary: £55,000 Contracted Hours: 40 The Wonderfield Group has recently been purchased by Zensho Holdings, the leading food service company in Japan with a market cap of $5.5b and whose aim is to become the worlds largest food company, a position from which we can eradicate hunger and poverty from around the globe. We operate restaurants, factories, and thousands of sushi kiosks and have recently built a successful cut fruit business, Snowfruit. Combining this with the three businesses previously owned by Zensho, AFC, Sushi Circle and Sushi Take, results in annual sales of $2.5b and Ebitda in excess of $140m a year with an ambitious growth trajectory. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on delivering projects from initiation through to full delivery. You'll lead the replacement of our digitals projects across 38 restaurants, manage major CRM and loyalty initiatives, and oversee projects across the EU. EPOS experience is essential - this is a critical, business-wide programme. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across Technology, Operations, and Supply Chain, managing budgets, governance, and reporting, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to plan using a mix of Agile and Waterfall methodologies. If you've successfully delivered digital or technology projects in operational or manufacturing environments, enjoy stakeholder-heavy roles, and want to make a real impact, I'd love to hear from you. Key responsibilities • Manage complex projects across business and technology teams using Agile and Waterfall methodologies • Create and maintain project plans, tracking tasks, milestones, risks, and dependencies • Coordinate stakeholders across Technology, Operations, and the wider business • Facilitate working groups and project forums • Gather and analyse requirements, from initial concepts through to detailed delivery • Lead process mapping and redesign, defining As-Is and To-Be processes • Manage end-to-end project delivery, including implementation • Ensure strong project reporting, governance, and budget control We're proud to offer: Fantastic hybrid working environment working Mon- Thurs on site and generally Fridays from home. Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance Discretionary Life Assurance Discretionary Income Protection Group Personal Pension Private Medical Cash Plan Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts. 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends. Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic. Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan. <
Principal Planning Consultant / Development Lead Northamptonshire Full-time Agile Working Excellent Benefits A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Planning Consultant / Development Lead to take on a pivotal role within a well established, multi disciplinary property and development consultancy. This position is ideal for a driven individual who enjoys shaping strategy, leading teams and creating commercial growth within the planning and development space. This role offers genuine autonomy, a collaborative culture and the chance to make a measurable impact on both the business and the built environment. The Opportunity You will join a respected consultancy offering planning, architecture, building surveying, and development services through a talented, multidisciplinary team. The organisation is large enough to offer diverse projects and career development opportunities, yet small enough to remain agile, personable and supportive. A strategic need has arisen for a leader who can drive growth, establish a strong market presence and elevate the planning and development offer locally. This is a high impact role where you'll shape both operational delivery and long term strategy. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Act as the internal figurehead for the planning and development function within the office. Deliver planning consultancy across multiple sectors, offering both general and strategic planning advice. Lead and support the preparation of planning applications, post planning negotiations and appeal work. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the full development cycle, including technical design, procurement and construction phase processes. Coordinate internal and external multidisciplinary teams, ensuring strong project and programme management. Support, mentor and develop team members, strengthening technical and commercial capabilities. Contribute to financial performance by driving improved efficiency, profitability and service quality. Strategic Growth & Business Development Build a deep understanding of the consultancy's service offering and how each discipline integrates to add value. Identify and capitalise on cross selling opportunities across land promotion, agency, valuation and related services. Lead business development activities to grow the consultancy's planning and development presence across Northamptonshire. Develop and maintain strong networks with developers, promoters, landowners and agents. Drive an increase in both the volume and quality of planning and development instructions. Assess the current offer, identify opportunities for diversification and implement plans to expand service lines and market reach. Person Specification Proven leadership, people management and team building skills Strong decision making and problem solving capabilities Ability to set technical direction and strategic vision Confidence operating in a fast paced, evolving environment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Passion for innovation and continuous improvement MRTPI qualification (essential) Full UK driving licence (regular travel required) Benefits Competitive salary, reflective of experience and expertise Funded professional memberships and CPD Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing benefits Agile working (mix of office and remote) 35 days annual leave including bank holidays Additional day off for your birthday Additional holiday for every 3 years of service Discretionary bonus potential Enhanced pension scheme Salary sacrifice schemes (EV & Cycle to Work) Employee loan scheme and service discounts (post probation) Interested? If you're an experienced Planning Consultant ready to lead, grow and make an impact - we'd love to discuss this opportunity with you.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Principal Planning Consultant / Development Lead Northamptonshire Full-time Agile Working Excellent Benefits A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Planning Consultant / Development Lead to take on a pivotal role within a well established, multi disciplinary property and development consultancy. This position is ideal for a driven individual who enjoys shaping strategy, leading teams and creating commercial growth within the planning and development space. This role offers genuine autonomy, a collaborative culture and the chance to make a measurable impact on both the business and the built environment. The Opportunity You will join a respected consultancy offering planning, architecture, building surveying, and development services through a talented, multidisciplinary team. The organisation is large enough to offer diverse projects and career development opportunities, yet small enough to remain agile, personable and supportive. A strategic need has arisen for a leader who can drive growth, establish a strong market presence and elevate the planning and development offer locally. This is a high impact role where you'll shape both operational delivery and long term strategy. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Act as the internal figurehead for the planning and development function within the office. Deliver planning consultancy across multiple sectors, offering both general and strategic planning advice. Lead and support the preparation of planning applications, post planning negotiations and appeal work. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the full development cycle, including technical design, procurement and construction phase processes. Coordinate internal and external multidisciplinary teams, ensuring strong project and programme management. Support, mentor and develop team members, strengthening technical and commercial capabilities. Contribute to financial performance by driving improved efficiency, profitability and service quality. Strategic Growth & Business Development Build a deep understanding of the consultancy's service offering and how each discipline integrates to add value. Identify and capitalise on cross selling opportunities across land promotion, agency, valuation and related services. Lead business development activities to grow the consultancy's planning and development presence across Northamptonshire. Develop and maintain strong networks with developers, promoters, landowners and agents. Drive an increase in both the volume and quality of planning and development instructions. Assess the current offer, identify opportunities for diversification and implement plans to expand service lines and market reach. Person Specification Proven leadership, people management and team building skills Strong decision making and problem solving capabilities Ability to set technical direction and strategic vision Confidence operating in a fast paced, evolving environment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Passion for innovation and continuous improvement MRTPI qualification (essential) Full UK driving licence (regular travel required) Benefits Competitive salary, reflective of experience and expertise Funded professional memberships and CPD Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing benefits Agile working (mix of office and remote) 35 days annual leave including bank holidays Additional day off for your birthday Additional holiday for every 3 years of service Discretionary bonus potential Enhanced pension scheme Salary sacrifice schemes (EV & Cycle to Work) Employee loan scheme and service discounts (post probation) Interested? If you're an experienced Planning Consultant ready to lead, grow and make an impact - we'd love to discuss this opportunity with you.
Head of Retail Date: 28 Jan 2026 Location: London Head of Retail UK&I WHO WE ARE Operating in 120 countries with 42,000 employees and 70 nationalities, Shiseido offers a unique selection of Skincare, Makeup and Fragrance brands with a projected turnover over £7.0bn in 2022 . Founded in 1872 in Japan, Shiseido Group is within the Top 5 leading cosmetics companies in the world and aims to inspire a life of beauty and culture. Beauty Innovations for a Better World. The Head of Retail UK&I plays a pivotal leadership role within Shiseido UKI, responsible for shaping and driving the retail strategy across all brands in the portfolio. This position supports the Commercial Director by leading the retail organisation with a focus on elevating customer experience, strengthening brand equity, and delivering exceptional commercial performance. As the senior ambassador for retail excellence, the Head of Retail ensures that every store and counter reflects Shiseido's luxury standards while empowering field teams to perform at their highest potential. This is a permanent position, based in our fabulous UK Head office however will be expected to regularly travel around the UK&I to different store locations and retail locations. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Define and execute the retail growth strategy across UK & Ireland, aligned with brand, commercial, and global objectives. Lead alongside the National Field Sales Managers to set sales targets and strategic direction for each retail partner and store. Define and review performance KPIs in partnership with Commercial, Marketing, and the region, continuously monitoring to identify risks and opportunities, and implement action plans accordingly. Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and consumer behaviour to identify growth opportunities, make data and field expertise driven distribution recommendations, and inform strategic decisions. Establish clear and standardized reporting flows via National Field Sales Managers to enable delivery of regular sales reports, insights, and forecasts for senior leadership. Review productivity of channels, retailers and doors to define and continuously evolve staffing strategies and levels in line with performance and opportunities. Build, propose, review and deliver on staffing budgets. Lead, coach and develop senior retail leads to create and deliver brand specific sales and service strategies that enable high performing teams. Lead, coach, and inspire field and retail teams to deliver high performance, strong productivity, and brand excellence. Support and enable career development across the field and retail population through defined programmes and succession planning processes, delivered and managed by the National Field Sales Managers. Collaborate with HR to continuously review and develop recruitment, onboarding, performance review, and development initiatives, delivered via the National Field Sales Managers. Foster a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement across all field teams. Drive a culture of operational excellence across all counters, stores and teams through well-defined processes, maintaining high standards in visual merchandising, customer service, and brand representation. Drive efficiency and innovation in store operations, including stock management, staffing models, scheduling, and compliance. Conduct regular store visits to assess standards, engage teams, reinforce group and brand values, and coach and develop National Field Sales Managers. Lead and support National Field Sales Managers to ensure consistent execution of brand guidelines, VM updates, and retail activations. Act as a Brand Ambassador for Shiseido UKI, ensuring the luxury experience is consistently delivered across all touchpoints and remains relevant and disruptive in an ever-evolving market. Champion and leverage customer-centric initiatives, experiential retail strategies, and clienteling excellence, monitoring return on investment to continuously improve. Lead the National Field Sales Managers in effectively partnering with Brand & Education Teams to elevate product and technical expertise and service behaviours across the field, ensuring always rooted in and supported by a commercial mindset and mechanic. Monitor customer feedback and insights to continuously refine service models. Partner with Marketing and Education teams to ensure relevant processes are in place to deliver consistent brand messaging, impactful retail execution, and strong launch set-up and performance - supporting National Field Sales Manager to deliver. Work closely with Commercial, Supply Chain, and VM to optimise stock availability, assortment, and in-store presentation. Act as the voice of retail internally, championing a "retail and customer first" mindset throughout the UKI, region and global business, and ensuring field insights inform brand strategy, forecasting, and operational planning. Build strong, strategic relationships with key retail partners across UK & Ireland. Influence partners to secure optimal space, visibility, staffing, and commercial terms, leveraging group portfolio as appropriate. Ensure alignment on service expectations, operational standards, and brand priorities. Facilitate the National Field Sales Managers in establishing brand leadership with retail partners and flagship doors. Serve as the senior group escalation point for retail partner issues. Experience Required Proven experience in a senior retail leadership role, ideally within luxury beauty, cosmetics, or premium retail. Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales growth and delivering against KPIs. Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with experience leading large, multi-layered field teams, and senior retail leaders. Deep understanding of retail operations, customer experience, and luxury brand standards. Proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and retail systems. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. Strategic thinker with a hands on, solutions focused approach. Agile, adaptable, and results driven, with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving environment. Leadership & Influence - Inspires teams, builds trust, and drives high performance. Commercial Acumen - Understands drivers of sell out, productivity, and profitability. Customer Centric Mindset - Champions luxury service and exceptional customer experience. Strategic Thinking - Balances long term vision with operational execution. Collaboration & Communication - Works effectively across functions and with external partners. Problem Solving & Agility - Responds quickly to challenges with practical, scalable solutions. Brand Stewardship - Protects and elevates brand equity in every retail environment. Data Driven Decision Making - Uses insights to guide strategy, planning, and performance management. YOUR BACKGROUND Proven experience in a senior retail leadership role, ideally within luxury beauty, cosmetics, or premium retail. Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales growth and delivering against KPIs. Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with experience leading large, multi layered field teams, and senior retail leaders. Deep understanding of retail operations, customer experience, and luxury brand standards. Proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and retail systems. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. Strategic thinker with a hands on, solutions focused approach. Agile, adaptable, and results driven, with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving environment. Leadership & Influence - Inspires teams, builds trust, and drives high performance. Commercial Acumen - Understands drivers of sell out, productivity, and profitability. Customer Centric Mindset - Champions luxury service and exceptional customer experience. Strategic Thinking - Balances long term vision with operational execution. Collaboration & Communication - Works effectively across functions and with external partners. Problem Solving & Agility - Responds quickly to challenges with practical, scalable solutions. Brand Stewardship - Protects and elevates brand equity in every retail environment. Data Driven Decision Making - Uses insights to guide strategy, planning, and performance management. BENEFITS YOU'LL LOVE Generous product allocation & discount to spend on our gorgeous products! Supporting the delicate work/life balance with enhanced time off through 26 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday day off + time off for when you get married or move house PLUS enhanced parental allowance for those big life moments and the chance to buy more through our holiday buy scheme Plan for your future with our enhanced pension offering and life assurance We operate an annual bonus scheme, based on personal development plans and business performance Flexible Fridays, so you can focus on what is important to you Flexible & hybrid work patterns to suit all backgrounds with 60% of your time being in the office Wellbeing programmes including mental health first aiders, free counselling . click apply for full job details
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Head of Retail Date: 28 Jan 2026 Location: London Head of Retail UK&I WHO WE ARE Operating in 120 countries with 42,000 employees and 70 nationalities, Shiseido offers a unique selection of Skincare, Makeup and Fragrance brands with a projected turnover over £7.0bn in 2022 . Founded in 1872 in Japan, Shiseido Group is within the Top 5 leading cosmetics companies in the world and aims to inspire a life of beauty and culture. Beauty Innovations for a Better World. The Head of Retail UK&I plays a pivotal leadership role within Shiseido UKI, responsible for shaping and driving the retail strategy across all brands in the portfolio. This position supports the Commercial Director by leading the retail organisation with a focus on elevating customer experience, strengthening brand equity, and delivering exceptional commercial performance. As the senior ambassador for retail excellence, the Head of Retail ensures that every store and counter reflects Shiseido's luxury standards while empowering field teams to perform at their highest potential. This is a permanent position, based in our fabulous UK Head office however will be expected to regularly travel around the UK&I to different store locations and retail locations. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Define and execute the retail growth strategy across UK & Ireland, aligned with brand, commercial, and global objectives. Lead alongside the National Field Sales Managers to set sales targets and strategic direction for each retail partner and store. Define and review performance KPIs in partnership with Commercial, Marketing, and the region, continuously monitoring to identify risks and opportunities, and implement action plans accordingly. Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and consumer behaviour to identify growth opportunities, make data and field expertise driven distribution recommendations, and inform strategic decisions. Establish clear and standardized reporting flows via National Field Sales Managers to enable delivery of regular sales reports, insights, and forecasts for senior leadership. Review productivity of channels, retailers and doors to define and continuously evolve staffing strategies and levels in line with performance and opportunities. Build, propose, review and deliver on staffing budgets. Lead, coach and develop senior retail leads to create and deliver brand specific sales and service strategies that enable high performing teams. Lead, coach, and inspire field and retail teams to deliver high performance, strong productivity, and brand excellence. Support and enable career development across the field and retail population through defined programmes and succession planning processes, delivered and managed by the National Field Sales Managers. Collaborate with HR to continuously review and develop recruitment, onboarding, performance review, and development initiatives, delivered via the National Field Sales Managers. Foster a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement across all field teams. Drive a culture of operational excellence across all counters, stores and teams through well-defined processes, maintaining high standards in visual merchandising, customer service, and brand representation. Drive efficiency and innovation in store operations, including stock management, staffing models, scheduling, and compliance. Conduct regular store visits to assess standards, engage teams, reinforce group and brand values, and coach and develop National Field Sales Managers. Lead and support National Field Sales Managers to ensure consistent execution of brand guidelines, VM updates, and retail activations. Act as a Brand Ambassador for Shiseido UKI, ensuring the luxury experience is consistently delivered across all touchpoints and remains relevant and disruptive in an ever-evolving market. Champion and leverage customer-centric initiatives, experiential retail strategies, and clienteling excellence, monitoring return on investment to continuously improve. Lead the National Field Sales Managers in effectively partnering with Brand & Education Teams to elevate product and technical expertise and service behaviours across the field, ensuring always rooted in and supported by a commercial mindset and mechanic. Monitor customer feedback and insights to continuously refine service models. Partner with Marketing and Education teams to ensure relevant processes are in place to deliver consistent brand messaging, impactful retail execution, and strong launch set-up and performance - supporting National Field Sales Manager to deliver. Work closely with Commercial, Supply Chain, and VM to optimise stock availability, assortment, and in-store presentation. Act as the voice of retail internally, championing a "retail and customer first" mindset throughout the UKI, region and global business, and ensuring field insights inform brand strategy, forecasting, and operational planning. Build strong, strategic relationships with key retail partners across UK & Ireland. Influence partners to secure optimal space, visibility, staffing, and commercial terms, leveraging group portfolio as appropriate. Ensure alignment on service expectations, operational standards, and brand priorities. Facilitate the National Field Sales Managers in establishing brand leadership with retail partners and flagship doors. Serve as the senior group escalation point for retail partner issues. Experience Required Proven experience in a senior retail leadership role, ideally within luxury beauty, cosmetics, or premium retail. Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales growth and delivering against KPIs. Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with experience leading large, multi-layered field teams, and senior retail leaders. Deep understanding of retail operations, customer experience, and luxury brand standards. Proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and retail systems. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. Strategic thinker with a hands on, solutions focused approach. Agile, adaptable, and results driven, with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving environment. Leadership & Influence - Inspires teams, builds trust, and drives high performance. Commercial Acumen - Understands drivers of sell out, productivity, and profitability. Customer Centric Mindset - Champions luxury service and exceptional customer experience. Strategic Thinking - Balances long term vision with operational execution. Collaboration & Communication - Works effectively across functions and with external partners. Problem Solving & Agility - Responds quickly to challenges with practical, scalable solutions. Brand Stewardship - Protects and elevates brand equity in every retail environment. Data Driven Decision Making - Uses insights to guide strategy, planning, and performance management. YOUR BACKGROUND Proven experience in a senior retail leadership role, ideally within luxury beauty, cosmetics, or premium retail. Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales growth and delivering against KPIs. Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with experience leading large, multi layered field teams, and senior retail leaders. Deep understanding of retail operations, customer experience, and luxury brand standards. Proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and retail systems. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. Strategic thinker with a hands on, solutions focused approach. Agile, adaptable, and results driven, with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving environment. Leadership & Influence - Inspires teams, builds trust, and drives high performance. Commercial Acumen - Understands drivers of sell out, productivity, and profitability. Customer Centric Mindset - Champions luxury service and exceptional customer experience. Strategic Thinking - Balances long term vision with operational execution. Collaboration & Communication - Works effectively across functions and with external partners. Problem Solving & Agility - Responds quickly to challenges with practical, scalable solutions. Brand Stewardship - Protects and elevates brand equity in every retail environment. Data Driven Decision Making - Uses insights to guide strategy, planning, and performance management. BENEFITS YOU'LL LOVE Generous product allocation & discount to spend on our gorgeous products! Supporting the delicate work/life balance with enhanced time off through 26 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday day off + time off for when you get married or move house PLUS enhanced parental allowance for those big life moments and the chance to buy more through our holiday buy scheme Plan for your future with our enhanced pension offering and life assurance We operate an annual bonus scheme, based on personal development plans and business performance Flexible Fridays, so you can focus on what is important to you Flexible & hybrid work patterns to suit all backgrounds with 60% of your time being in the office Wellbeing programmes including mental health first aiders, free counselling . click apply for full job details
Are you in your penultimate year of study and looking to work in a fast paced, global, market leading company for your industrial placement? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer/ Computer Scientist (Applied Sciences) intern to join our talented team in our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester for 12 months starting in Summer 2026. The role Overview: As a Software Engineer Intern working in the Applied Sciences Group, you ll work closely with our experienced team of Software Engineers, Physicists and Data Scientists to support the deployment of cutting edge algorithms within ITL s hardware platforms. Here at ITL, we offer Real-world experience working on impactful projects. Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals. Networking opportunities within the technology industry. A collaborative and dynamic work environment. Potential for a full-time role upon successful completion of the internship. This position is suited to a student in their penultimate year of University who has an eagerness to learn and to make the most of an opportunity to experience working with professionals in their chosen field. Your responsibilities: You will be working in a fast-paced environment that offers opportunities to create and to develop, our Software Engineers. You will be applying all aspects of their learning while delivering against targets and supporting and improving the efficiency and performance of our codebase and hardware platforms. As a Computer Science Intern, you will: Collaborate with the computer science team to design, develop, and test software applications. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for various projects. Debug and troubleshoot issues in existing systems. Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to the development of new ideas. Conduct research on emerging technologies and recommend their applications. Document processes, technical designs, and findings. Qualifications: An undergraduate working towards a degree in either Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or a similar related subject. Your Skills and Experience: Strong experience of programming in Python. Basic knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) An excellent communicator who s analytical minded with a practical approach to solving problems. Your Package and Perks A competitive salary Flexible working hours 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year Educational Sponsorship Enhanced Pension Contribution Healthcare Insurance (including dental) Wellbeing support Life Insurance Income Protection Insurance Free secure parking Onsite electric car charging points Cycle to Work Scheme Informal dress code Paid breaks, with free premium hot drinks We re Innovative Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub. From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector. We also provide facial analysis technology for age estimation and control access for some of the world s leading companies. By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we ve seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You ll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links. We are a disability-confident employer, as such we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application. What s next? If you re looking to develop as Software Engineer/ Computer Scientist (Applied Sciences) throughout your Industrial Placement Year and want to join our award-winning team on the latest cutting-edge technology we want to hear from you. A better way Through our people, drive and commitment we push boundaries to deliver innovative products and services. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, our selection process is thorough and may take up to two months to complete. We appreciate your patience as we give every candidate's profile the attention it deserves. This is a two-part interview process, starting with a brief telephone screening followed by a formal site-based interview.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Are you in your penultimate year of study and looking to work in a fast paced, global, market leading company for your industrial placement? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer/ Computer Scientist (Applied Sciences) intern to join our talented team in our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester for 12 months starting in Summer 2026. The role Overview: As a Software Engineer Intern working in the Applied Sciences Group, you ll work closely with our experienced team of Software Engineers, Physicists and Data Scientists to support the deployment of cutting edge algorithms within ITL s hardware platforms. Here at ITL, we offer Real-world experience working on impactful projects. Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals. Networking opportunities within the technology industry. A collaborative and dynamic work environment. Potential for a full-time role upon successful completion of the internship. This position is suited to a student in their penultimate year of University who has an eagerness to learn and to make the most of an opportunity to experience working with professionals in their chosen field. Your responsibilities: You will be working in a fast-paced environment that offers opportunities to create and to develop, our Software Engineers. You will be applying all aspects of their learning while delivering against targets and supporting and improving the efficiency and performance of our codebase and hardware platforms. As a Computer Science Intern, you will: Collaborate with the computer science team to design, develop, and test software applications. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for various projects. Debug and troubleshoot issues in existing systems. Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to the development of new ideas. Conduct research on emerging technologies and recommend their applications. Document processes, technical designs, and findings. Qualifications: An undergraduate working towards a degree in either Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or a similar related subject. Your Skills and Experience: Strong experience of programming in Python. Basic knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) An excellent communicator who s analytical minded with a practical approach to solving problems. Your Package and Perks A competitive salary Flexible working hours 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year Educational Sponsorship Enhanced Pension Contribution Healthcare Insurance (including dental) Wellbeing support Life Insurance Income Protection Insurance Free secure parking Onsite electric car charging points Cycle to Work Scheme Informal dress code Paid breaks, with free premium hot drinks We re Innovative Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub. From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector. We also provide facial analysis technology for age estimation and control access for some of the world s leading companies. By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we ve seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You ll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links. We are a disability-confident employer, as such we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application. What s next? If you re looking to develop as Software Engineer/ Computer Scientist (Applied Sciences) throughout your Industrial Placement Year and want to join our award-winning team on the latest cutting-edge technology we want to hear from you. A better way Through our people, drive and commitment we push boundaries to deliver innovative products and services. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, our selection process is thorough and may take up to two months to complete. We appreciate your patience as we give every candidate's profile the attention it deserves. This is a two-part interview process, starting with a brief telephone screening followed by a formal site-based interview.
Since June 2021, frog is part of Capgemini Invent. frog partners with customer centric enterprises to drive sustainable growth, by building and orchestrating experiences at scale, while harnessing the power of data and technology. We're inventing the future of customer experiences by delivering market defining business models, products, services, brand engagements and communications. Joining frog means you'll be joining the "pond," a global network of studios, each with a thriving in person and vibrant virtual culture. frogs are curious, collaborative, and courageous, united by our passion for improving the human experience across our areas of expertise, while each bringing our unique and diverse skills and experiences to the table. We draw on our global reach and local knowledge to solve complex problems and create innovative, sustainable solutions that touch hearts and move markets. frogs prize humour, positivity, and community just as highly as performance and outcomes. Our culture is open, flexible, inclusive, and engaging. Working at frog means being empowered to meet the moment, and Make Your Mark on every project, in your studio, your community-and the world at large. What you will be doing We are seeking to grow our Customer Transformation consulting practice by hiring a dynamic Content Lifecycle & Strategy Senior Consultant. The individual we are looking for must have a sound understanding of Marketing Strategy and Activation, with specific experience in Content Lifecycle Management Solutions and a proven ability to shape and deliver innovative marketing related programmes of work. You should have some of the following experience: Previous relevent experience, preferably in an agency/consultancy or Industry. Understanding of content lifecycle management, digital publishing, and omnichannel content delivery. Understanding of digital content across its entire lifecycle-from creation and governance to distribution. You must also have hands on experience in driving digital transformation more broadly, in areas such as building marketing strategies, designing future fit marketing operations, and activating content, data & technology to deliver growth. You will need to understand how to turn a set of business objectives, into capabilities and map those capabilities to solutions. An overview of the role: This role is an exciting blend of management consulting skills, mixed with Content Lifecycle Management specialism along with Marketing Strategy and Operations. You will engage with clients to understand how they can transform their Content Lifecycle Management and wider marketing practices to better influence changes in consumer behaviour through progressive ideas, creativity, and consumer insights. You will work with multi disciplinary teams to design, develop and deploy marketing strategies & deliver quality consulting work that meets client commercial and strategic objectives. You will help clients design, implement, and optimise content operations across digital platforms, ensuring seamless content delivery, governance, and performance. You will stay current with industry trends in content management, headless CMS, DAM, Workflow, personalization, measurement/analytics and digital experience platforms. You will have experience working in one of more of Consumer Products, Retail, Technology, Utilities, Telco, Public Sector, Financial Services. What we look for A good fit for this role will bring many of the skills, experience, and attributes below. Pragmatic problem solver - Focuses on finding practical solutions and reducing complexity to drive results. Proactive and flexible - Adopts a hands on approach to solving problems and adjusts to shifting priorities with ease. Collaborative team player - Builds strong relationships and works effectively across diverse stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal skills - Builds trust and fosters strong connections with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Adaptable and agile - Thrives in dynamic environments and embraces modern, agile ways of working. It would be a bonus if you had: Familiarity with CMS platforms (i.e. Adobe Experience Manager, Contentful, Wordpress, etc) and/or with DAM tools such as Adobe Assets, Bynder, etc, and/or with workflow tools such as Workfront, etc. Familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks relevant to digital content. We don't just believe in inclusion, we actively go out to making it a working reality. Driven by our core values and Inclusive Futures for All campaign, we build environments where you can bring you whole self to work. We aim to build an environment where employees can enjoy a positive work life balance. We embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day to day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions. To help support wellbeing we have trained 'Mental Health Champions' across each of our business areas. We have also invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy. CSR We're also focused on using tech to have a positive social impact. So, we're working to reduce our own carbon footprint and improve everyone's access to a digital world. It's something we're really serious about. In fact, we were even named as one of the world's most ethical companies by the Ethisphere Institute for the 10th year. When you join Capgemini, you'll join a team that does the right thing. Whilst you will have London, Manchester or Glasgow as an office base location, you must be fully flexible in terms of assignment location, as these roles may involve periods of time away from home at short notice. We offer a remuneration package which includes flexible benefits options for you to choose to suit your own personal circumstances and a variable element dependent grade and on company and personal performance.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Since June 2021, frog is part of Capgemini Invent. frog partners with customer centric enterprises to drive sustainable growth, by building and orchestrating experiences at scale, while harnessing the power of data and technology. We're inventing the future of customer experiences by delivering market defining business models, products, services, brand engagements and communications. Joining frog means you'll be joining the "pond," a global network of studios, each with a thriving in person and vibrant virtual culture. frogs are curious, collaborative, and courageous, united by our passion for improving the human experience across our areas of expertise, while each bringing our unique and diverse skills and experiences to the table. We draw on our global reach and local knowledge to solve complex problems and create innovative, sustainable solutions that touch hearts and move markets. frogs prize humour, positivity, and community just as highly as performance and outcomes. Our culture is open, flexible, inclusive, and engaging. Working at frog means being empowered to meet the moment, and Make Your Mark on every project, in your studio, your community-and the world at large. What you will be doing We are seeking to grow our Customer Transformation consulting practice by hiring a dynamic Content Lifecycle & Strategy Senior Consultant. The individual we are looking for must have a sound understanding of Marketing Strategy and Activation, with specific experience in Content Lifecycle Management Solutions and a proven ability to shape and deliver innovative marketing related programmes of work. You should have some of the following experience: Previous relevent experience, preferably in an agency/consultancy or Industry. Understanding of content lifecycle management, digital publishing, and omnichannel content delivery. Understanding of digital content across its entire lifecycle-from creation and governance to distribution. You must also have hands on experience in driving digital transformation more broadly, in areas such as building marketing strategies, designing future fit marketing operations, and activating content, data & technology to deliver growth. You will need to understand how to turn a set of business objectives, into capabilities and map those capabilities to solutions. An overview of the role: This role is an exciting blend of management consulting skills, mixed with Content Lifecycle Management specialism along with Marketing Strategy and Operations. You will engage with clients to understand how they can transform their Content Lifecycle Management and wider marketing practices to better influence changes in consumer behaviour through progressive ideas, creativity, and consumer insights. You will work with multi disciplinary teams to design, develop and deploy marketing strategies & deliver quality consulting work that meets client commercial and strategic objectives. You will help clients design, implement, and optimise content operations across digital platforms, ensuring seamless content delivery, governance, and performance. You will stay current with industry trends in content management, headless CMS, DAM, Workflow, personalization, measurement/analytics and digital experience platforms. You will have experience working in one of more of Consumer Products, Retail, Technology, Utilities, Telco, Public Sector, Financial Services. What we look for A good fit for this role will bring many of the skills, experience, and attributes below. Pragmatic problem solver - Focuses on finding practical solutions and reducing complexity to drive results. Proactive and flexible - Adopts a hands on approach to solving problems and adjusts to shifting priorities with ease. Collaborative team player - Builds strong relationships and works effectively across diverse stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal skills - Builds trust and fosters strong connections with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Adaptable and agile - Thrives in dynamic environments and embraces modern, agile ways of working. It would be a bonus if you had: Familiarity with CMS platforms (i.e. Adobe Experience Manager, Contentful, Wordpress, etc) and/or with DAM tools such as Adobe Assets, Bynder, etc, and/or with workflow tools such as Workfront, etc. Familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks relevant to digital content. We don't just believe in inclusion, we actively go out to making it a working reality. Driven by our core values and Inclusive Futures for All campaign, we build environments where you can bring you whole self to work. We aim to build an environment where employees can enjoy a positive work life balance. We embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day to day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions. To help support wellbeing we have trained 'Mental Health Champions' across each of our business areas. We have also invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy. CSR We're also focused on using tech to have a positive social impact. So, we're working to reduce our own carbon footprint and improve everyone's access to a digital world. It's something we're really serious about. In fact, we were even named as one of the world's most ethical companies by the Ethisphere Institute for the 10th year. When you join Capgemini, you'll join a team that does the right thing. Whilst you will have London, Manchester or Glasgow as an office base location, you must be fully flexible in terms of assignment location, as these roles may involve periods of time away from home at short notice. We offer a remuneration package which includes flexible benefits options for you to choose to suit your own personal circumstances and a variable element dependent grade and on company and personal performance.
Head of Economic Regulation for an infrastructure business Economic regulation, leadership. strategy About Our Client Major infrastructure business in the southern home counties Job Description I am recruiting a Head of Economic Regulation for an infrastructure business in the southern home counties. You will: Lead the development of our price review business plan, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements around costs, efficiency, outcomes, and incentives. Provide expert analysis and recommendations on the regulators determinations, influencing decisions at the highest levels. Collaborate across finance, asset operations, and regulatory teams to translate complex requirements into robust deliverables. Assess and mitigate price control risks, ensuring financial resilience. Develop agile planning frameworks to support executive and investor decision-making. Manage ad-hoc regulatory submissions and engage with regulators to shape future frameworks. The Successful Applicant The person: Deep expertise in economic regulation, especially price reviews and interim determinations. Highly numerate, ideally with a mathematics, economics or science-based degree (or equivalent), though this is not essential Proven ability to deliver strategic insights using both operational and financial data. Experience in influencing at the Board level and navigating complex stakeholder environments. Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative mindset. What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £120,000 per annum. Attractive benefits package including a car and bonus. Opportunity to work within a large organisation.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Head of Economic Regulation for an infrastructure business Economic regulation, leadership. strategy About Our Client Major infrastructure business in the southern home counties Job Description I am recruiting a Head of Economic Regulation for an infrastructure business in the southern home counties. You will: Lead the development of our price review business plan, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements around costs, efficiency, outcomes, and incentives. Provide expert analysis and recommendations on the regulators determinations, influencing decisions at the highest levels. Collaborate across finance, asset operations, and regulatory teams to translate complex requirements into robust deliverables. Assess and mitigate price control risks, ensuring financial resilience. Develop agile planning frameworks to support executive and investor decision-making. Manage ad-hoc regulatory submissions and engage with regulators to shape future frameworks. The Successful Applicant The person: Deep expertise in economic regulation, especially price reviews and interim determinations. Highly numerate, ideally with a mathematics, economics or science-based degree (or equivalent), though this is not essential Proven ability to deliver strategic insights using both operational and financial data. Experience in influencing at the Board level and navigating complex stakeholder environments. Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative mindset. What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £120,000 per annum. Attractive benefits package including a car and bonus. Opportunity to work within a large organisation.
Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.
Plymouth, Devon
Principal Mechanical Engineer - ANZ Location: Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG Rosyth, Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, GB, KY11 2YD Bristol, GB, BS11 0YA Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer Role Type: Full time / Permanent Shape the Future of Naval Engineering - Join Us as a Principal Mechanical Engineer About Us At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Mechanical Engineer at one of our Babcock sites. The role As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will lead the technical aspects of power and propulsion system design from conceptual design through integration to construction and in-service support. This is your chance to work on complex mechanical systems integration, delivering innovative engineering solutions within a multidisciplinary team that includes Naval Architecture, Marine Structures, and Safety Engineering. You'll join a forward-thinking, agile environment that fosters professional growth and career progression. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful engineering work while developing your expertise within a supportive and dynamic team. Day-to-day, you'll have the following responsibilities: Lead and support the Power and Propulsion engineering team, providing technical direction and design oversight. Oversee delivery of complex technical solutions and act as a key point of contact for customers. Provide engineering support to new ship build projects and in-service programs, including Type 31 Frigate and Arrowhead. Produce and manage technical documentation, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Mentor others and drive continuous improvement across projects. This role is full time and provides hybrid working arrangements with 2 days in the office/onsite and 3 days working from home. Essential experience of the Principal Mechanical Engineer Significant experience in naval or marine engineering projects, with deep knowledge of power and propulsion systems. Expertise in producing, reviewing, and approving detailed engineering outputs. Skilled in applying relevant procedures, codes, and classification society standards. Familiarity with systems analysis tools and CAD software (2D/3D). Qualifications for the Principal Mechanical Engineer Degree in Marine, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline (Master's desirable). Chartered Engineer status and membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., RINA, IMechE, IMarEst, IET). Security Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). What we offer Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually. 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. . Job Segment: Mechanical Engineer, Systems Analyst, Construction, CSR, Safety Engineer, Engineering, Technology, Management
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Engineer - ANZ Location: Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG Rosyth, Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, GB, KY11 2YD Bristol, GB, BS11 0YA Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer Role Type: Full time / Permanent Shape the Future of Naval Engineering - Join Us as a Principal Mechanical Engineer About Us At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Mechanical Engineer at one of our Babcock sites. The role As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will lead the technical aspects of power and propulsion system design from conceptual design through integration to construction and in-service support. This is your chance to work on complex mechanical systems integration, delivering innovative engineering solutions within a multidisciplinary team that includes Naval Architecture, Marine Structures, and Safety Engineering. You'll join a forward-thinking, agile environment that fosters professional growth and career progression. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful engineering work while developing your expertise within a supportive and dynamic team. Day-to-day, you'll have the following responsibilities: Lead and support the Power and Propulsion engineering team, providing technical direction and design oversight. Oversee delivery of complex technical solutions and act as a key point of contact for customers. Provide engineering support to new ship build projects and in-service programs, including Type 31 Frigate and Arrowhead. Produce and manage technical documentation, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Mentor others and drive continuous improvement across projects. This role is full time and provides hybrid working arrangements with 2 days in the office/onsite and 3 days working from home. Essential experience of the Principal Mechanical Engineer Significant experience in naval or marine engineering projects, with deep knowledge of power and propulsion systems. Expertise in producing, reviewing, and approving detailed engineering outputs. Skilled in applying relevant procedures, codes, and classification society standards. Familiarity with systems analysis tools and CAD software (2D/3D). Qualifications for the Principal Mechanical Engineer Degree in Marine, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline (Master's desirable). Chartered Engineer status and membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., RINA, IMechE, IMarEst, IET). Security Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). What we offer Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually. 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. . Job Segment: Mechanical Engineer, Systems Analyst, Construction, CSR, Safety Engineer, Engineering, Technology, Management
Job Title: Head of Innovation Design Lab This position has now been filled. Our client is currently going through a landmark period on its timeline. Expanding their product offering, they are looking for a leader with vision and drive to head up their new innovation design lab. This is an unmissable opportunity to build a new innovation capability from the ground up that will drive the future of food packaging for our client and its partners, and be recognised as a driver of change. In this role you will be responsible for setting up all aspects of the new Innovation Design Lab. You will be a recognised industry leader in packaging innovation and skilled at leveraging design thinking and innovation approaches to develop future packaging opportunities and solutions that are consumer relevant and built on market and category insights and enabled by science and technologies. You will be commercially savvy and a skilled communicator to ensure the Lab is central to the growth of the company and its partners and position our client as an innovation catalyst. Key Responsibilities Accountable for creating a pipeline of Design Lab innovation projects that support the company and partners' long-term innovation goals. Managing projects from scoping to delivery, engaging key customers and internal stakeholders to set up activities for success. Be a champion for insight-led innovation by partnering with our Market Intelligence Consumer Insights team to identify customer and consumer opportunities. Partner with R&D, Innovation, and technology experts across the company to enable industry-leading and holistic future packaging solutions. Connect technology venturing and scouting activities to brief innovation challenges and inspire solutions. Partner with sales teams to commercialise the Future Packaging Lab and position the company as an innovation catalyst. Subject matter expert in design thinking and sprints, including agile innovation methods to enable rapid framing of challenges, insight identification and sense-making, solution development/prototyping and consumer testing - Provide support directly to business segments for their innovation projects. Develop internal capability for small-volume prototyping (test and learn across different technologies). Build and manage an external design agency network to support all design, prototyping and consumer research activities. Translate and scale Future Pack Lab projects into business opportunities. Key Success Factors and Qualifications 15+ years' experience of working in the packaging industry / FMCG R&D as an innovation leader. Expert Innovation and portfolio management. Extensive experience in design strategy / design management / design thinking activities. Inspirational people leader with experience of developing new capabilities and team start-up. Customer focus and drive for results to ensure the commercial viability of the Lab enterprise. Exceptional communication skills to inspire stakeholders on the future of packaging. Ability to work across functions and businesses, driving teams without direct authority. Entrepreneurial spirit to make things happen. We ask that you only apply for any of our vacancies if you are resident in the UK and you have recently worked in the print, packaging or paper sectors. Forename (required) Surname (required) Email (required) Contact Telephone (required) Preferred Contact Method (required) Attach CV We prefer MS Word format (.doc or .docx).
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Innovation Design Lab This position has now been filled. Our client is currently going through a landmark period on its timeline. Expanding their product offering, they are looking for a leader with vision and drive to head up their new innovation design lab. This is an unmissable opportunity to build a new innovation capability from the ground up that will drive the future of food packaging for our client and its partners, and be recognised as a driver of change. In this role you will be responsible for setting up all aspects of the new Innovation Design Lab. You will be a recognised industry leader in packaging innovation and skilled at leveraging design thinking and innovation approaches to develop future packaging opportunities and solutions that are consumer relevant and built on market and category insights and enabled by science and technologies. You will be commercially savvy and a skilled communicator to ensure the Lab is central to the growth of the company and its partners and position our client as an innovation catalyst. Key Responsibilities Accountable for creating a pipeline of Design Lab innovation projects that support the company and partners' long-term innovation goals. Managing projects from scoping to delivery, engaging key customers and internal stakeholders to set up activities for success. Be a champion for insight-led innovation by partnering with our Market Intelligence Consumer Insights team to identify customer and consumer opportunities. Partner with R&D, Innovation, and technology experts across the company to enable industry-leading and holistic future packaging solutions. Connect technology venturing and scouting activities to brief innovation challenges and inspire solutions. Partner with sales teams to commercialise the Future Packaging Lab and position the company as an innovation catalyst. Subject matter expert in design thinking and sprints, including agile innovation methods to enable rapid framing of challenges, insight identification and sense-making, solution development/prototyping and consumer testing - Provide support directly to business segments for their innovation projects. Develop internal capability for small-volume prototyping (test and learn across different technologies). Build and manage an external design agency network to support all design, prototyping and consumer research activities. Translate and scale Future Pack Lab projects into business opportunities. Key Success Factors and Qualifications 15+ years' experience of working in the packaging industry / FMCG R&D as an innovation leader. Expert Innovation and portfolio management. Extensive experience in design strategy / design management / design thinking activities. Inspirational people leader with experience of developing new capabilities and team start-up. Customer focus and drive for results to ensure the commercial viability of the Lab enterprise. Exceptional communication skills to inspire stakeholders on the future of packaging. Ability to work across functions and businesses, driving teams without direct authority. Entrepreneurial spirit to make things happen. We ask that you only apply for any of our vacancies if you are resident in the UK and you have recently worked in the print, packaging or paper sectors. Forename (required) Surname (required) Email (required) Contact Telephone (required) Preferred Contact Method (required) Attach CV We prefer MS Word format (.doc or .docx).
Head of Testing (Manchester / Cheltenham / London) About Finova Finova is the UK's largest financial services technology provider, supporting one in every five mortgages nationwide. Our agile, cloud-native solutions enable over 60 banks, building societies, specialist lenders, equity release providers and a network of 2,400+ brokers to stay ahead in a competitive market. Built on open architecture and backed by deep industry expertise, our platform is designed to scale. Each year, we process over £50 billion in loans, manage nearly £50 billion in savings, and support the digital servicing of more than 650,000 UK borrower accounts. Be part of a team that's driving innovation, enabling growth and shaping the future of UK lending. For Lenders Finova offers a flexible, modular technology suite designed to help lenders move faster, scale efficiently and deliver standout digital experiences. Financial Institutions use Finova to launch products faster, process applications up to 50% more efficiently and reduce operational costs - all while staying fully compliant in a fast-moving market. About the role We're looking for a senior testing leader to take full ownership of quality across Finova's three platforms; Enterprise, Apprivo and MSO. This role exists to bring clarity, credibility and consistency to how testing is understood, planned and executed, both internally and with customers. Over the next 12 months, your impact will be measured by the confidence you build in our testing strategy, the uplift in modern and automated testing practices, and the strength of customer trust in our testing teams. You will be the senior authority shaping testing theory, defining principles, and ensuring testing is embedded early in delivery. This is a highly visible, customer-facing position with accountability for leading a 50-strong testing organisation and transforming our approach into one that is modern, automation-led and recognised by customers as expert and advisory not just execution-focused. What you'll be doing End-to-end ownership of testing & quality Own testing and quality outcomes across all platforms (Enterprise, Apprivo, MSO). Establish clear testing principles, standards and risk thresholds for the organisation. Embed testing early in design and delivery decision making. Act as the senior owner for testing related risk, trade offs and escalations. Customer facing testing leadership Represent Finova as a credible, senior testing authority in customer engagements. Clearly explain and defend testing strategies, rationale and decisions to customers. Provide assurance on coverage, risk and readiness for complex changes, migrations and high risk releases. Step in directly where customer confidence needs rebuilding or reinforcement. Testing strategy, theory & approach Define and communicate Finova's overarching testing philosophy and theory. Ensure teams can articulate both why and how testing is performed. Translate theory into practical, scalable and repeatable delivery models. Test planning & execution assurance Oversee and assure test strategies and test plans for major deliveries. Support teams in designing robust, proportionate plans aligned to customer risk appetite. Ensure clear communication of test coverage and outcomes to customers. Intervene when planning or execution quality is weak or inconsistent. Automation & modern testing transformation Lead the transition to automation led, engineering focused testing practices. Demonstrate fluency across automated testing technologies used across multiple stacks. Balance automation with appropriate manual and exploratory testing approaches. People & capability leadership Lead, mentor and develop a 50 person testing organisation, including customer facing roles. Build capability to operate confidently with both customers and delivery partners. Upskill teams in automation, modern testing theory and customer communication. Foster a culture of professionalism, ownership and continuous improvement. About you You will be a strong fit for this role if you are: Customer centric and confident operating directly with senior stakeholders. Technically credible, with deep understanding of modern testing practices, automation and testing theory. Pragmatic and calm under pressure, able to make balanced decisions around risk and trade offs. An exceptional communicator, capable of turning complex testing concepts into customer ready assurance. A transformational leader, passionate about elevating teams, maturing practices and driving measurable improvements in quality. What We Offer Hybrid working: At Finova, we believe the best outcomes come from working together - and having the flexibility to work in a way that suits both our people and our business. We operate a hybrid working model, with most teams spending around three days a week in the office and with our customers. This time together helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and solve complex challenges as a team. We also know that flexibility matters. Our approach is designed to support a healthy balance, combining in person collaboration with the freedom to work remotely where it makes sense. Holiday 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, bank holiday trading and holiday purchase options, the opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks per year. Looking After You Life Assurance, Group Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance, a pension scheme via Salary Exchange, an Employee Assistance Programme, and access to a Virtual GP. Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, as well as paid time off for fertility treatments and pregnancy loss. Extra Perks Cycle to Work Scheme, discounts on shops, restaurants, and gym memberships, free fresh fruit daily, and opportunities to join colleague networks and social groups. Giving Back One paid volunteering day annually and the Give As You Earn scheme to support your favourite charities. Equal Opportunity Statement We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're passionate about this role but don't meet all the criteria, please reach out-we'd love to discuss how your skills and experiences align with our needs.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Head of Testing (Manchester / Cheltenham / London) About Finova Finova is the UK's largest financial services technology provider, supporting one in every five mortgages nationwide. Our agile, cloud-native solutions enable over 60 banks, building societies, specialist lenders, equity release providers and a network of 2,400+ brokers to stay ahead in a competitive market. Built on open architecture and backed by deep industry expertise, our platform is designed to scale. Each year, we process over £50 billion in loans, manage nearly £50 billion in savings, and support the digital servicing of more than 650,000 UK borrower accounts. Be part of a team that's driving innovation, enabling growth and shaping the future of UK lending. For Lenders Finova offers a flexible, modular technology suite designed to help lenders move faster, scale efficiently and deliver standout digital experiences. Financial Institutions use Finova to launch products faster, process applications up to 50% more efficiently and reduce operational costs - all while staying fully compliant in a fast-moving market. About the role We're looking for a senior testing leader to take full ownership of quality across Finova's three platforms; Enterprise, Apprivo and MSO. This role exists to bring clarity, credibility and consistency to how testing is understood, planned and executed, both internally and with customers. Over the next 12 months, your impact will be measured by the confidence you build in our testing strategy, the uplift in modern and automated testing practices, and the strength of customer trust in our testing teams. You will be the senior authority shaping testing theory, defining principles, and ensuring testing is embedded early in delivery. This is a highly visible, customer-facing position with accountability for leading a 50-strong testing organisation and transforming our approach into one that is modern, automation-led and recognised by customers as expert and advisory not just execution-focused. What you'll be doing End-to-end ownership of testing & quality Own testing and quality outcomes across all platforms (Enterprise, Apprivo, MSO). Establish clear testing principles, standards and risk thresholds for the organisation. Embed testing early in design and delivery decision making. Act as the senior owner for testing related risk, trade offs and escalations. Customer facing testing leadership Represent Finova as a credible, senior testing authority in customer engagements. Clearly explain and defend testing strategies, rationale and decisions to customers. Provide assurance on coverage, risk and readiness for complex changes, migrations and high risk releases. Step in directly where customer confidence needs rebuilding or reinforcement. Testing strategy, theory & approach Define and communicate Finova's overarching testing philosophy and theory. Ensure teams can articulate both why and how testing is performed. Translate theory into practical, scalable and repeatable delivery models. Test planning & execution assurance Oversee and assure test strategies and test plans for major deliveries. Support teams in designing robust, proportionate plans aligned to customer risk appetite. Ensure clear communication of test coverage and outcomes to customers. Intervene when planning or execution quality is weak or inconsistent. Automation & modern testing transformation Lead the transition to automation led, engineering focused testing practices. Demonstrate fluency across automated testing technologies used across multiple stacks. Balance automation with appropriate manual and exploratory testing approaches. People & capability leadership Lead, mentor and develop a 50 person testing organisation, including customer facing roles. Build capability to operate confidently with both customers and delivery partners. Upskill teams in automation, modern testing theory and customer communication. Foster a culture of professionalism, ownership and continuous improvement. About you You will be a strong fit for this role if you are: Customer centric and confident operating directly with senior stakeholders. Technically credible, with deep understanding of modern testing practices, automation and testing theory. Pragmatic and calm under pressure, able to make balanced decisions around risk and trade offs. An exceptional communicator, capable of turning complex testing concepts into customer ready assurance. A transformational leader, passionate about elevating teams, maturing practices and driving measurable improvements in quality. What We Offer Hybrid working: At Finova, we believe the best outcomes come from working together - and having the flexibility to work in a way that suits both our people and our business. We operate a hybrid working model, with most teams spending around three days a week in the office and with our customers. This time together helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and solve complex challenges as a team. We also know that flexibility matters. Our approach is designed to support a healthy balance, combining in person collaboration with the freedom to work remotely where it makes sense. Holiday 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, bank holiday trading and holiday purchase options, the opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks per year. Looking After You Life Assurance, Group Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance, a pension scheme via Salary Exchange, an Employee Assistance Programme, and access to a Virtual GP. Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, as well as paid time off for fertility treatments and pregnancy loss. Extra Perks Cycle to Work Scheme, discounts on shops, restaurants, and gym memberships, free fresh fruit daily, and opportunities to join colleague networks and social groups. Giving Back One paid volunteering day annually and the Give As You Earn scheme to support your favourite charities. Equal Opportunity Statement We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're passionate about this role but don't meet all the criteria, please reach out-we'd love to discuss how your skills and experiences align with our needs.
Overview We're Kingfisher, A team made up of over 74,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to life. Guided by our purpose Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality. Join us and help shape the future of home improvement. A great opportunity to Lead a forward looking global talent agenda that supports the successful delivery of our Powered by Kingfisher strategy. You will play a key role in shaping our Talent strategy by bringing together external trends, business priorities, and our People and Culture Plan. You'll help build a strong talent pipeline, partnering across our Banners and Group Functions to ensure we have the senior capability needed to deliver our strategy. Responsibilities To align the talent and learning agenda with external trends, business strategic priorities and our People and Culture Plan. To work in partnership with the Banners and Group Functions to ensure that we have the right senior talent with the capabilities to deliver the Group strategy and plan. Accountable for the health of the senior talent pool, pipeline and action plan to ensure readiness and success in critical roles. The role will focus on building a strong, deep and diverse succession pipeline into the Kingfisher Senior Leadership Group (SLG) which comprises both the Kingfisher Leadership Team (c100 most senior roles across the Group) and our Next Generation leaders, or successors to KFLT (currently there are over 200 leaders in this talent pool). With reference to diversity, the role ensures diversity in succession plans, gender diversity and beyond, and is accountable for measuring and reporting on progress. The role also facilitates talent mobility to support building breadth and rounded capability and this year will be accountable for developing the talent mobility strategy and plan. Regular reporting and presentation of progress to key stakeholders including the Group Executive. Oversees the setting, tracking and reporting of key talent, diversity and talent metrics. Own key strategic talent partnerships with suppliers. Provide guidance and consultation to senior HR Directors / Leaders regarding talent assessment, development and succession planning. Qualifications Experience of working cross borders, in an international context and in a matrix organisation. Successfully created and delivered a Talent Strategy specifically targeted at developing organisational capability and improved senior bench strength. Previously designed and deployed emerging, high potential and bespoke talent programmes. Deep knowledge on best talent practices, blueprint design and modelling. Commercial and pragmatic outlook that can work cross boarders utilising resource around them. How We Work We believe in flexibility and balance. Our hybrid model blends home working for focus with time spent connecting and collaborating - whether in our offices or at off site locations. On average, around 60% of your time will involve in person collaboration. We Value Your Perspective We value the perspectives new team members bring and encourage you to apply - even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. Diversity & Inclusion Our customers come from all walks of life - and so do we. We're committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, ethnicity, culture, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. Benefits Private Health Care Opportunity to receive up to family level cover with AXA. Join within three months of starting or at annual renewal in April. (This benefit is subject to Benefit In Kind taxation). Kingfisher Pension Scheme Immediate eligibility through auto enrolment. Contribute 8% to receive a max 14% from the Company. 25 Days' Holiday 25 days per annum plus bank holidays as stated in your contract (pro rated for part time colleagues). Staff Discount 20% discount at B&Q and Screwfix. Eligible after 3 months service. Kingfisher Share Incentive Plan (SIP) Share ownership in a tax efficient way. Save between £10 to £150 per month. Join at any time once three months service is reached. Life Assurance x4 Salary plus benefit equal to value of your Retirement Account (if an active member of KPS MP) or x1 Salary if not active member. Bonus Competitive bonus scheme that aligns to work level of role. Kingfisher Share Save Save with the option to buy Kingfisher plc shares at the end of a 3 or 5 year period. Offered annually. Three months service is required at the annual invitation date, normally in October. Our Behaviours At Kingfisher, we are united by our 6 core behaviours Constantly improving our customer experience Acting with humanity and care Be curious Thriving on learning, thinking beyond the obvious Be inclusive Acting inclusively in diverse teams to achieve together Be agile Working with trust, pace and agility Be accountable Championing the plan to deliver results and growth Training & Development There are so many ways you can grow, learn, and develop here at Kingfisher. At whatever pace suits you. Improving without instruments to help you learn is near impossible. That's why we make sure you have everything at your fingertips to find exactly what you need to keep growing. Our Culture We're an innovative, international retailer on a journey to actively make a difference. Always striving to take that next step. You can be part of the difference. From bottom to top you can progress in a collaborative environment. So, why not Kingfisher? Application Process What to expect from our application process Step 1: Application Send in your application via our Kingfisher Careers website. Step 2: Review A member of the Talent Acquisition team will then review your application let you know if you have progressed to the next stage of the process. Step 3: Interview 1 You'll then have a telephone interview/one to one conversation with a recruiter. Step 4: Interview 2 As you progress, you'll be invited to attend a face to face or virtual interview. Step 5: Feedback Your recruiter will be in contact with feedback and, if successful, the details of your job offer! Contact Interested? Great, apply now and help us to Power the Possible.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Overview We're Kingfisher, A team made up of over 74,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to life. Guided by our purpose Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality. Join us and help shape the future of home improvement. A great opportunity to Lead a forward looking global talent agenda that supports the successful delivery of our Powered by Kingfisher strategy. You will play a key role in shaping our Talent strategy by bringing together external trends, business priorities, and our People and Culture Plan. You'll help build a strong talent pipeline, partnering across our Banners and Group Functions to ensure we have the senior capability needed to deliver our strategy. Responsibilities To align the talent and learning agenda with external trends, business strategic priorities and our People and Culture Plan. To work in partnership with the Banners and Group Functions to ensure that we have the right senior talent with the capabilities to deliver the Group strategy and plan. Accountable for the health of the senior talent pool, pipeline and action plan to ensure readiness and success in critical roles. The role will focus on building a strong, deep and diverse succession pipeline into the Kingfisher Senior Leadership Group (SLG) which comprises both the Kingfisher Leadership Team (c100 most senior roles across the Group) and our Next Generation leaders, or successors to KFLT (currently there are over 200 leaders in this talent pool). With reference to diversity, the role ensures diversity in succession plans, gender diversity and beyond, and is accountable for measuring and reporting on progress. The role also facilitates talent mobility to support building breadth and rounded capability and this year will be accountable for developing the talent mobility strategy and plan. Regular reporting and presentation of progress to key stakeholders including the Group Executive. Oversees the setting, tracking and reporting of key talent, diversity and talent metrics. Own key strategic talent partnerships with suppliers. Provide guidance and consultation to senior HR Directors / Leaders regarding talent assessment, development and succession planning. Qualifications Experience of working cross borders, in an international context and in a matrix organisation. Successfully created and delivered a Talent Strategy specifically targeted at developing organisational capability and improved senior bench strength. Previously designed and deployed emerging, high potential and bespoke talent programmes. Deep knowledge on best talent practices, blueprint design and modelling. Commercial and pragmatic outlook that can work cross boarders utilising resource around them. How We Work We believe in flexibility and balance. Our hybrid model blends home working for focus with time spent connecting and collaborating - whether in our offices or at off site locations. On average, around 60% of your time will involve in person collaboration. We Value Your Perspective We value the perspectives new team members bring and encourage you to apply - even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. Diversity & Inclusion Our customers come from all walks of life - and so do we. We're committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, ethnicity, culture, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. Benefits Private Health Care Opportunity to receive up to family level cover with AXA. Join within three months of starting or at annual renewal in April. (This benefit is subject to Benefit In Kind taxation). Kingfisher Pension Scheme Immediate eligibility through auto enrolment. Contribute 8% to receive a max 14% from the Company. 25 Days' Holiday 25 days per annum plus bank holidays as stated in your contract (pro rated for part time colleagues). Staff Discount 20% discount at B&Q and Screwfix. Eligible after 3 months service. Kingfisher Share Incentive Plan (SIP) Share ownership in a tax efficient way. Save between £10 to £150 per month. Join at any time once three months service is reached. Life Assurance x4 Salary plus benefit equal to value of your Retirement Account (if an active member of KPS MP) or x1 Salary if not active member. Bonus Competitive bonus scheme that aligns to work level of role. Kingfisher Share Save Save with the option to buy Kingfisher plc shares at the end of a 3 or 5 year period. Offered annually. Three months service is required at the annual invitation date, normally in October. Our Behaviours At Kingfisher, we are united by our 6 core behaviours Constantly improving our customer experience Acting with humanity and care Be curious Thriving on learning, thinking beyond the obvious Be inclusive Acting inclusively in diverse teams to achieve together Be agile Working with trust, pace and agility Be accountable Championing the plan to deliver results and growth Training & Development There are so many ways you can grow, learn, and develop here at Kingfisher. At whatever pace suits you. Improving without instruments to help you learn is near impossible. That's why we make sure you have everything at your fingertips to find exactly what you need to keep growing. Our Culture We're an innovative, international retailer on a journey to actively make a difference. Always striving to take that next step. You can be part of the difference. From bottom to top you can progress in a collaborative environment. So, why not Kingfisher? Application Process What to expect from our application process Step 1: Application Send in your application via our Kingfisher Careers website. Step 2: Review A member of the Talent Acquisition team will then review your application let you know if you have progressed to the next stage of the process. Step 3: Interview 1 You'll then have a telephone interview/one to one conversation with a recruiter. Step 4: Interview 2 As you progress, you'll be invited to attend a face to face or virtual interview. Step 5: Feedback Your recruiter will be in contact with feedback and, if successful, the details of your job offer! Contact Interested? Great, apply now and help us to Power the Possible.
Martin Veasey Talent Solutions
Evesham, Worcestershire
Project Delivery Manager - NPD "Take charge of a project delivery function with this newly created role for a renowned manufacturer". c (phone number removed) DOE + Excellent Benefits Worcestershire (Hybrid Working -3-4 days on site) Are you a natural leader with a passion for project management? Our client is looking for an established and experienced Project Delivery Manager to join their team and take ownership of their entire decision-gate strategy. Our client is experiencing dynamic growth and as part of their continuous improvement and excellence journey, they wish to appoint an additional Project Delivery Manager, to work alongside subject matter and functional experts to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget in line with business strategy. With multiple projects ranging from a few weeks to two years in duration, our client is searching for someone who can drive results in their NPD and commercial projects. Our client designs and manufactures high quality home and lifestyle products and has a reputation for excellence. As the Project Delivery Manager, you will use formal project management methodologies such as APM, Prince2, or PMI as well as Agile and (url removed) to ensure all projects are executed on time and to budget. As Project Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for skilfully spearheading various initiatives, from strategic business objectives to design updates. This role comes with immense opportunities, as you'll help to continuously shape our client's project management approach and foster a culture of agile, results-driven excellence within the company. This is a UK-based role, and you'll be liaising with the design, technical and purchasing and supply chain team in the UK and the sourcing and manufacturing teams in Asia. As one of the Project Delivery Managers, your responsibilities will include prioritising projects by importance, getting the right people involved, and building key relationships. Our client is a subsidiary of a major global manufacturer and is growing rapidly. So, as well as the New Product Development projects, you'll also manage internal, systemic projects to help the company grow and thrive. As for your background, our client envisages you'll have worked in design and manufacturing, possibly in a lean manufacturing environment along with appropriate project management qualifications such as APM, PMI, Prince 2. Our client would also consider candidates who have the project management experience but perhaps have not as yet attained their formal project management qualifications/certifications. This role is about project delivery, guiding subject matter experts through the project and programme management process to successful delivery. Therefore, you will own the overall project deliverables. As the Project Delivery Manager, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the success of projects - so it's essential to have excellent motivational skills and an eye for detail. You will be adept at facilitating, coaching and guiding cross functional departmental teams to problem solve and get past roadblocks in the project plan. So, if you're a project management guru looking for a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and take the next step in your career! Email your CV quoting reference LX (phone number removed)
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Project Delivery Manager - NPD "Take charge of a project delivery function with this newly created role for a renowned manufacturer". c (phone number removed) DOE + Excellent Benefits Worcestershire (Hybrid Working -3-4 days on site) Are you a natural leader with a passion for project management? Our client is looking for an established and experienced Project Delivery Manager to join their team and take ownership of their entire decision-gate strategy. Our client is experiencing dynamic growth and as part of their continuous improvement and excellence journey, they wish to appoint an additional Project Delivery Manager, to work alongside subject matter and functional experts to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget in line with business strategy. With multiple projects ranging from a few weeks to two years in duration, our client is searching for someone who can drive results in their NPD and commercial projects. Our client designs and manufactures high quality home and lifestyle products and has a reputation for excellence. As the Project Delivery Manager, you will use formal project management methodologies such as APM, Prince2, or PMI as well as Agile and (url removed) to ensure all projects are executed on time and to budget. As Project Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for skilfully spearheading various initiatives, from strategic business objectives to design updates. This role comes with immense opportunities, as you'll help to continuously shape our client's project management approach and foster a culture of agile, results-driven excellence within the company. This is a UK-based role, and you'll be liaising with the design, technical and purchasing and supply chain team in the UK and the sourcing and manufacturing teams in Asia. As one of the Project Delivery Managers, your responsibilities will include prioritising projects by importance, getting the right people involved, and building key relationships. Our client is a subsidiary of a major global manufacturer and is growing rapidly. So, as well as the New Product Development projects, you'll also manage internal, systemic projects to help the company grow and thrive. As for your background, our client envisages you'll have worked in design and manufacturing, possibly in a lean manufacturing environment along with appropriate project management qualifications such as APM, PMI, Prince 2. Our client would also consider candidates who have the project management experience but perhaps have not as yet attained their formal project management qualifications/certifications. This role is about project delivery, guiding subject matter experts through the project and programme management process to successful delivery. Therefore, you will own the overall project deliverables. As the Project Delivery Manager, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the success of projects - so it's essential to have excellent motivational skills and an eye for detail. You will be adept at facilitating, coaching and guiding cross functional departmental teams to problem solve and get past roadblocks in the project plan. So, if you're a project management guru looking for a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and take the next step in your career! Email your CV quoting reference LX (phone number removed)
Full Time Legal Counsel - Real Estate - Real Estate Finance in healthcare at Shawbrook Bank in London, England, United Kingdom. Apply directly through the link below. At a glance: Work mode: Office Employment: Full Time Location: London, England, United Kingdom Core stack: Documentation, Efficiency, Security, Agile, AI What skills are required? Documentation, Efficiency, Security, Agile, AI. Company Description Shawbrook provides finance to a wide range of customer segments that value the premium experience, flexibility and certainly we deliver. We are a purpose-led organisation, with a focus on delivering long-term sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We have a diversified offering, with our innovative lending propositions tailored to meet specific customer needs in carefully selected markets across SME, Real Estate and Personal. Our products range from complex structured credit facilities for growth-focused businesses to mortgages for professional landlords and property investors, as well as simple loans for consumers delivered digitally. We fuel our lending through customer deposits, which we attract by delivering a premium experience, choice and consistently great value to smart savers. The business model we have created is unique and difficult to replicate, with our 'best of both' approach combining deep human expertise with advanced digital, tech and data capabilities. This combination not only allows us to deliver excellent customer experiences, but to do so efficiently and at scale. We are proud of our innovative and agile culture, which drives consistently high employee engagement scores and makes Shawbrook an attractive destination for the best talent.If you're willing to roll up your sleeves, contribute new ideas and believe anything is possible, you're our kind of person Work with us because you: Want to be part of a bank built for the dynamics of the modern world Relish a challenge and enjoy a fast-paced, innovative and hardworking culture Enjoy finding new and better ways to solve complexity and make things happen Want to belong to a diverse culture that stands shoulder to shoulder with minority and underrepresented groups Care about society and the environment and want to be part of a business that cares too Want to continue to grow professionally and be the best version of yourself Job Description This role offers exposure to complex transactions and the chance to shape the Legal function's digital evolution. It combines front-line real estate finance work with the opportunity to drive smarter, tech-enabled ways of working that support the Bank's long-term growth strategy. To provide timely, commercially focused legal advice on real estate finance transactions, ensuring the Bank's objectives are delivered within its risk appetite. While primarily a legal position, the role carries a mandate to work with business and technology stakeholders to embed AI, self-help frameworks and digital tools, making legal support more efficient, scalable and sustainable as the Bank grows. Key Responsibilities Transactional Support Advise on a wide range of real estate finance and development finance matters. Together with external counsel, supporting the business with the review and negotiation of facility agreements, security documentation and ancillary contracts. Deliver clear, pragmatic advice that balances legal risk with commercial priorities. Support ad hoc lending matters across the wider portfolio requiring specialist legal input. Operational Efficiency and Change Partner with business and tech stakeholders to digitise legal workflows and automate standard documentation. Develop and implement self-help frameworks and guidance to enable business teams to manage lower-risk activities independently. Drive adoption of AI and digital tools that enhance responsiveness and streamline processes. Identify and deliver continuous improvements that professionalise and future prove Legal support. Governance and Risk Management Ensure advice and documentation align with the Bank's governance standards, policies and risk appetite. Manage relationships with external counsel, ensuring value for money and consistency of approach. Work closely with colleagues in the lending businesses and Technology teams to deliver joined up solutions. Contribute to knowledge sharing and the development of playbooks, templates and standard precedents. Model the Bank's values of building an exceptional customer franchise, fostering an innovative mindset to drive growth, and maintaining robust and sustainable platforms. Key Capabilities Commercial judgement: pragmatic and outcome oriented. Analytical strength: able to evaluate complex legal and structural issues. Collaboration: works effectively across teams and functions. Change orientation: proactive in identifying and delivering improvements. Accountability: takes ownership for delivery and standards. Qualifications Experience and Qualifications Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) Strong background in real estate finance gained in a leading law firm or financial institution. Exposure to financial services regulation would be an advantage or failing that a willingness to build regulatory expertise. Proven ability to manage complex secured lending transactions independently. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a solutions driven, commercial mindset. Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and managing competing priorities. Experience in process improvement, legal operations or technology enabled change is desirable Additional Information Your Wellbeing - We take your health and well-being very seriously by providing a range of benefits to give you and your family peace of mind. These include: Market leading family friendly policies such as access to our Maternity, Adoption and Paternity policies from Day 1 of your employment Free access to Headspace, a mindfulness & meditation digital health app Free access to Peppy digital health app that offers personalised support through fertility treatment becoming a parent or menopause EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) - Offering you support on a wide range of subjects including financial concerns, mental wellbeing and more general queries around family, work, housing, and health Cycle to work scheme Discounts on gym membership Contributory pension scheme & death in service Your Lifestyle - It's important you strike the right balance between your work and personal life. We provide benefits to support you when at work and when you're enjoying your leisure time. Minimum of 27 days holiday per year Option to buy or sell holiday days through our flexi-holiday scheme Discounts on gym membership nationwide Access to discounts on a range of high street and online brands Community support and charitable giving Your Contribution - We're focused on rewarding those that go the extra mile in helping us achieve our goals. Participation in our annual discretionary bonus scheme designed to reward your contribution to our success Proudly Shawbrook recognition scheme focused on recognising our role models and thanking our colleagues for a job well done
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Full Time Legal Counsel - Real Estate - Real Estate Finance in healthcare at Shawbrook Bank in London, England, United Kingdom. Apply directly through the link below. At a glance: Work mode: Office Employment: Full Time Location: London, England, United Kingdom Core stack: Documentation, Efficiency, Security, Agile, AI What skills are required? Documentation, Efficiency, Security, Agile, AI. Company Description Shawbrook provides finance to a wide range of customer segments that value the premium experience, flexibility and certainly we deliver. We are a purpose-led organisation, with a focus on delivering long-term sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We have a diversified offering, with our innovative lending propositions tailored to meet specific customer needs in carefully selected markets across SME, Real Estate and Personal. Our products range from complex structured credit facilities for growth-focused businesses to mortgages for professional landlords and property investors, as well as simple loans for consumers delivered digitally. We fuel our lending through customer deposits, which we attract by delivering a premium experience, choice and consistently great value to smart savers. The business model we have created is unique and difficult to replicate, with our 'best of both' approach combining deep human expertise with advanced digital, tech and data capabilities. This combination not only allows us to deliver excellent customer experiences, but to do so efficiently and at scale. We are proud of our innovative and agile culture, which drives consistently high employee engagement scores and makes Shawbrook an attractive destination for the best talent.If you're willing to roll up your sleeves, contribute new ideas and believe anything is possible, you're our kind of person Work with us because you: Want to be part of a bank built for the dynamics of the modern world Relish a challenge and enjoy a fast-paced, innovative and hardworking culture Enjoy finding new and better ways to solve complexity and make things happen Want to belong to a diverse culture that stands shoulder to shoulder with minority and underrepresented groups Care about society and the environment and want to be part of a business that cares too Want to continue to grow professionally and be the best version of yourself Job Description This role offers exposure to complex transactions and the chance to shape the Legal function's digital evolution. It combines front-line real estate finance work with the opportunity to drive smarter, tech-enabled ways of working that support the Bank's long-term growth strategy. To provide timely, commercially focused legal advice on real estate finance transactions, ensuring the Bank's objectives are delivered within its risk appetite. While primarily a legal position, the role carries a mandate to work with business and technology stakeholders to embed AI, self-help frameworks and digital tools, making legal support more efficient, scalable and sustainable as the Bank grows. Key Responsibilities Transactional Support Advise on a wide range of real estate finance and development finance matters. Together with external counsel, supporting the business with the review and negotiation of facility agreements, security documentation and ancillary contracts. Deliver clear, pragmatic advice that balances legal risk with commercial priorities. Support ad hoc lending matters across the wider portfolio requiring specialist legal input. Operational Efficiency and Change Partner with business and tech stakeholders to digitise legal workflows and automate standard documentation. Develop and implement self-help frameworks and guidance to enable business teams to manage lower-risk activities independently. Drive adoption of AI and digital tools that enhance responsiveness and streamline processes. Identify and deliver continuous improvements that professionalise and future prove Legal support. Governance and Risk Management Ensure advice and documentation align with the Bank's governance standards, policies and risk appetite. Manage relationships with external counsel, ensuring value for money and consistency of approach. Work closely with colleagues in the lending businesses and Technology teams to deliver joined up solutions. Contribute to knowledge sharing and the development of playbooks, templates and standard precedents. Model the Bank's values of building an exceptional customer franchise, fostering an innovative mindset to drive growth, and maintaining robust and sustainable platforms. Key Capabilities Commercial judgement: pragmatic and outcome oriented. Analytical strength: able to evaluate complex legal and structural issues. Collaboration: works effectively across teams and functions. Change orientation: proactive in identifying and delivering improvements. Accountability: takes ownership for delivery and standards. Qualifications Experience and Qualifications Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) Strong background in real estate finance gained in a leading law firm or financial institution. Exposure to financial services regulation would be an advantage or failing that a willingness to build regulatory expertise. Proven ability to manage complex secured lending transactions independently. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a solutions driven, commercial mindset. Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and managing competing priorities. Experience in process improvement, legal operations or technology enabled change is desirable Additional Information Your Wellbeing - We take your health and well-being very seriously by providing a range of benefits to give you and your family peace of mind. These include: Market leading family friendly policies such as access to our Maternity, Adoption and Paternity policies from Day 1 of your employment Free access to Headspace, a mindfulness & meditation digital health app Free access to Peppy digital health app that offers personalised support through fertility treatment becoming a parent or menopause EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) - Offering you support on a wide range of subjects including financial concerns, mental wellbeing and more general queries around family, work, housing, and health Cycle to work scheme Discounts on gym membership Contributory pension scheme & death in service Your Lifestyle - It's important you strike the right balance between your work and personal life. We provide benefits to support you when at work and when you're enjoying your leisure time. Minimum of 27 days holiday per year Option to buy or sell holiday days through our flexi-holiday scheme Discounts on gym membership nationwide Access to discounts on a range of high street and online brands Community support and charitable giving Your Contribution - We're focused on rewarding those that go the extra mile in helping us achieve our goals. Participation in our annual discretionary bonus scheme designed to reward your contribution to our success Proudly Shawbrook recognition scheme focused on recognising our role models and thanking our colleagues for a job well done