Head of Programme Operations Contract : Permanent, Full Time Location : The role can be based in London, United Kingdom, Abuja, Nigeria or Kigali, Rwanda, subject to right to work eligibility in the respective countries. UK hybrid working - a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person. Salary : Salaries and benefits will vary in line with the location of the successful candidate and depending on experience. UK: £68,000 - £74,000 per year with excellent benefits. Nigeria: NGN 64,968,462 - NGN 90,955,847 per year with excellent benefits. Rwanda: RWF 73,661,730- RWF 89,738,798 per year with excellent benefits. Change starts with water. Change starts with you. Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that - for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people's potential and create a fairer future. About WaterAid We're a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen. About the Team The Programme Operations team sits within WaterAid UK's International Programmes Department (IPD), operating in 17 countries in Africa and Asia. The team is a diverse and motivated group of 14+ people made up of planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting (PMER), project design and management, and programme systems specialists. They support global operational excellence, PMER, risk management, donor compliance and performance assurance across WaterAid UK's country and regional programmes. Working in partnership with regional and country leadership teams, the function provides technical oversight, systems development and operational support to strengthen programme delivery and organisational accountability. About the Role The Head of Programme Operations leads the development, implementation and continuous improvement of WaterAid's international programme operations framework. The role provides strategic and operational leadership across programme operations, business management, systems, risk and compliance. Key responsibilities include overseeing IPD business management processes, supporting financial planning and performance reporting, acting as a delegated focal point for operational risk, and providing senior troubleshooting support on complex operational and management challenges. The role works in close partnership with Programme Funding to ensure operational readiness for new donor opportunities and effective grant start-up and close-out. It also leads operational assurance processes, strengthens compliance with donor and organisational requirements, and supports capacity strengthening across regional and country teams. In this role, you will: Provide Programme Operations Leadership Lead IPD Business Management and Support Drive Collaboration, Risk and Performance Oversee Systems, Compliance and Assurance Lead Capacity Strengthening and Support
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Programme Operations Contract : Permanent, Full Time Location : The role can be based in London, United Kingdom, Abuja, Nigeria or Kigali, Rwanda, subject to right to work eligibility in the respective countries. UK hybrid working - a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person. Salary : Salaries and benefits will vary in line with the location of the successful candidate and depending on experience. UK: £68,000 - £74,000 per year with excellent benefits. Nigeria: NGN 64,968,462 - NGN 90,955,847 per year with excellent benefits. Rwanda: RWF 73,661,730- RWF 89,738,798 per year with excellent benefits. Change starts with water. Change starts with you. Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that - for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people's potential and create a fairer future. About WaterAid We're a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen. About the Team The Programme Operations team sits within WaterAid UK's International Programmes Department (IPD), operating in 17 countries in Africa and Asia. The team is a diverse and motivated group of 14+ people made up of planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting (PMER), project design and management, and programme systems specialists. They support global operational excellence, PMER, risk management, donor compliance and performance assurance across WaterAid UK's country and regional programmes. Working in partnership with regional and country leadership teams, the function provides technical oversight, systems development and operational support to strengthen programme delivery and organisational accountability. About the Role The Head of Programme Operations leads the development, implementation and continuous improvement of WaterAid's international programme operations framework. The role provides strategic and operational leadership across programme operations, business management, systems, risk and compliance. Key responsibilities include overseeing IPD business management processes, supporting financial planning and performance reporting, acting as a delegated focal point for operational risk, and providing senior troubleshooting support on complex operational and management challenges. The role works in close partnership with Programme Funding to ensure operational readiness for new donor opportunities and effective grant start-up and close-out. It also leads operational assurance processes, strengthens compliance with donor and organisational requirements, and supports capacity strengthening across regional and country teams. In this role, you will: Provide Programme Operations Leadership Lead IPD Business Management and Support Drive Collaboration, Risk and Performance Oversee Systems, Compliance and Assurance Lead Capacity Strengthening and Support
Head of Supporter Insight & Experience £56,297pa + excellent benefits Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month About the role We re excited to be recruiting a Head of Supporter Insight and Experience to lead WWF-UK s understanding of its supporters and ensure that insight is consistently used to shape strategy, journeys and decisions across the organisation. In this role, you ll lead and shape WWF UK s supporter insight and experience, owning the frameworks, intelligence and evidence that guide organisational strategy, supporter journeys, investment decisions, product development and innovation. You ll build and develop a cross organisational insight capability in a new Supporter Experience Directorate - integrating qualitative research, quantitative analysis, audience segmentation, digital analytics and journey intelligence. You will play a key change leadership role, embedding insight led ways of working across Fundraising, Communications, Digital and Technology, and championing a shared understanding of supporter needs and behaviours. A core part of the role is driving digital experience improvement and working collaboratively across teams to inform system development, UX design and experience innovation. Skills and experience You ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including: Proven experience leading organisation-wide qualitative, quantitative and digital insight programmes Strong understanding of supporter or customer behaviours, needs and motivations, with proven experience in supporter segmentation and audience frameworks, as well as journey analysis, mapping and reporting. Experience of leading innovation pipelines, including developing business cases for improvements or investment and managing initiatives, from concept to delivery. Strategic insight leadership and communication skills, able to turn complex evidence into clear organisational direction, priorities and recommendations. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed insight led ways of working across fundraising, communications, technology and product teams. Strong people leadership skills, with experience building, leading and supporting insight, research or innovation teams. Proven ability to deliver insight and experience improvements in a fundraising, membership, charity or purpose led context (B2C and/or B2B). Degree level qualification, or equivalent experience, demonstrating strong capability in insight, data, digital, marketing or analytical disciplines. What we offer We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here s what you can expect: Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays Flexible working options, to support your work life balance 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution Learning and development opportunities to help you grow Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness. This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you ll hot desk among trees and gardens. About WWF-UK We re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world. At WWF-UK, we re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what s left isn t enough. We re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it s a race we can win with everyone s help. We re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with. How to apply Click the button below to apply via our website. You ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you ll be a great addition to WWF-UK. Application closing date : 03/03/2026 Our Diversity Promise to You At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself. We don t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way. We re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. So, if there s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website. Safeguarding Commitment Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter. Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent. We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting. If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do. Head of Supporter Insight & Experience - Apply now.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Supporter Insight & Experience £56,297pa + excellent benefits Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working Hybrid working: Minimum 40% in person collaboration per month About the role We re excited to be recruiting a Head of Supporter Insight and Experience to lead WWF-UK s understanding of its supporters and ensure that insight is consistently used to shape strategy, journeys and decisions across the organisation. In this role, you ll lead and shape WWF UK s supporter insight and experience, owning the frameworks, intelligence and evidence that guide organisational strategy, supporter journeys, investment decisions, product development and innovation. You ll build and develop a cross organisational insight capability in a new Supporter Experience Directorate - integrating qualitative research, quantitative analysis, audience segmentation, digital analytics and journey intelligence. You will play a key change leadership role, embedding insight led ways of working across Fundraising, Communications, Digital and Technology, and championing a shared understanding of supporter needs and behaviours. A core part of the role is driving digital experience improvement and working collaboratively across teams to inform system development, UX design and experience innovation. Skills and experience You ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including: Proven experience leading organisation-wide qualitative, quantitative and digital insight programmes Strong understanding of supporter or customer behaviours, needs and motivations, with proven experience in supporter segmentation and audience frameworks, as well as journey analysis, mapping and reporting. Experience of leading innovation pipelines, including developing business cases for improvements or investment and managing initiatives, from concept to delivery. Strategic insight leadership and communication skills, able to turn complex evidence into clear organisational direction, priorities and recommendations. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed insight led ways of working across fundraising, communications, technology and product teams. Strong people leadership skills, with experience building, leading and supporting insight, research or innovation teams. Proven ability to deliver insight and experience improvements in a fundraising, membership, charity or purpose led context (B2C and/or B2B). Degree level qualification, or equivalent experience, demonstrating strong capability in insight, data, digital, marketing or analytical disciplines. What we offer We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here s what you can expect: Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays Flexible working options, to support your work life balance 7.5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution Learning and development opportunities to help you grow Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness. This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you ll hot desk among trees and gardens. About WWF-UK We re a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world. At WWF-UK, we re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what s left isn t enough. We re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it s a race we can win with everyone s help. We re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with. How to apply Click the button below to apply via our website. You ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you ll be a great addition to WWF-UK. Application closing date : 03/03/2026 Our Diversity Promise to You At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself. We don t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way. We re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. So, if there s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website. Safeguarding Commitment Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter. Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent. We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting. If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do. Head of Supporter Insight & Experience - Apply now.
Interim Head of People & Culture (9-month fixed term contract) Westminster, London (with hybrid working) The Role This is a high-impact opportunity for a high-calibre HR professional with the leadership skills and expertise to deliver change and support across our organisation at the highest levels. As the Head of People & Culture, you will play a key leadership role in the creation of a workforce strategy, driving the implementation of a culture change plan, and embedding HR operational change. You will act as a trusted advisor to our interim CEO and senior leaders regarding workforce planning, organisational design, culture, and people-related risks, delivering a strategy that operational teams can achieve. As a senior leader and strategic influencer, you will also oversee the delivery of core HR operations and lead change initiatives, guiding other leaders and managers through the change process with coaching and frameworks for support. Your role will also involve: - Leading and inspiring a team to deliver an agile, professional and people-centred service - Developing a wider picture of the organisation, identifying current and future needs and designing interventions for growth and transformation - Ensuring we are equipped with suitable and compliant policies, processes, and systems support - Delivering best practice across recruitment, performance management, employee relations, reward, and retention - Partaking in, and potentially leading, the delivery of strategic P&C projects and initiatives - Developing and embedding frameworks for succession planning, talent management, and capability development - Providing benchmarks across all areas of People & Culture About You To be considered as our Head of People & Culture, you will need: - Experience leading and developing HR teams - Experience of being a trusted leader of organisational change - Proven leadership experience in managing departments and teams - Strong background in navigating and advising on employee relations, including TUPE, restructures, redundancies, and other complex matters - The ability to develop, motivate and nurture relationships across departments - The ability to inspire and influence others across stakeholder groups, including staff, members and volunteers - A customer-focused mindset, with excellent communication, facilitation and data-driven decision-making skills - Strong knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice, and safe recruitment processes - A CIPD qualification or proven substantial equivalent work experience The Benefits - Salary of circa £70,000 per annum, depending on experience - 28 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays - Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, birthday leave, and optional private health cover - Other benefits as detailed in our generous and competitive benefits package At a pivotal moment at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), with your relevant people expertise and experience, you will gain the chance to influence organisational direction, strengthening your leadership portfolio at a strategic level through visible, significant work. What s more, although initially an interim role, for the right individual, there is the potential for this to become a permanent position where your impact will be maintained for the longer term, making this a career-defining appointment. Other organisations may call this role Head of Human Resources (HR). So, if you want to join us as our Interim Head of People & Culture, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications will be Sunday 22 February 2026. Please note that due to this recruitment being time sensitive, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. An immediate start will be available for the right candidate. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Feb 12, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of People & Culture (9-month fixed term contract) Westminster, London (with hybrid working) The Role This is a high-impact opportunity for a high-calibre HR professional with the leadership skills and expertise to deliver change and support across our organisation at the highest levels. As the Head of People & Culture, you will play a key leadership role in the creation of a workforce strategy, driving the implementation of a culture change plan, and embedding HR operational change. You will act as a trusted advisor to our interim CEO and senior leaders regarding workforce planning, organisational design, culture, and people-related risks, delivering a strategy that operational teams can achieve. As a senior leader and strategic influencer, you will also oversee the delivery of core HR operations and lead change initiatives, guiding other leaders and managers through the change process with coaching and frameworks for support. Your role will also involve: - Leading and inspiring a team to deliver an agile, professional and people-centred service - Developing a wider picture of the organisation, identifying current and future needs and designing interventions for growth and transformation - Ensuring we are equipped with suitable and compliant policies, processes, and systems support - Delivering best practice across recruitment, performance management, employee relations, reward, and retention - Partaking in, and potentially leading, the delivery of strategic P&C projects and initiatives - Developing and embedding frameworks for succession planning, talent management, and capability development - Providing benchmarks across all areas of People & Culture About You To be considered as our Head of People & Culture, you will need: - Experience leading and developing HR teams - Experience of being a trusted leader of organisational change - Proven leadership experience in managing departments and teams - Strong background in navigating and advising on employee relations, including TUPE, restructures, redundancies, and other complex matters - The ability to develop, motivate and nurture relationships across departments - The ability to inspire and influence others across stakeholder groups, including staff, members and volunteers - A customer-focused mindset, with excellent communication, facilitation and data-driven decision-making skills - Strong knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice, and safe recruitment processes - A CIPD qualification or proven substantial equivalent work experience The Benefits - Salary of circa £70,000 per annum, depending on experience - 28 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays - Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, birthday leave, and optional private health cover - Other benefits as detailed in our generous and competitive benefits package At a pivotal moment at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), with your relevant people expertise and experience, you will gain the chance to influence organisational direction, strengthening your leadership portfolio at a strategic level through visible, significant work. What s more, although initially an interim role, for the right individual, there is the potential for this to become a permanent position where your impact will be maintained for the longer term, making this a career-defining appointment. Other organisations may call this role Head of Human Resources (HR). So, if you want to join us as our Interim Head of People & Culture, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications will be Sunday 22 February 2026. Please note that due to this recruitment being time sensitive, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. An immediate start will be available for the right candidate. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Head of Fundraising and Income Location: North Chailey, East Sussex (BN8 4EF) Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Hours: Full time, Hybrid - 37 hours per week Lead income growth. Inspire people. Shape long-term sustainability. We re looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Fundraising & Income to lead and grow our voluntary and earned income streams. This is a senior leadership role with real influence ideal for a strategic fundraiser who enjoys building teams, developing opportunities, and working collaboratively to deliver sustainable growth. About the role As Head of Fundraising & Income, you will provide visible, values-led leadership to our fundraising team while setting the strategic direction for income generation across the organisation. You will: Lead and inspire a high-performing fundraising team, creating a positive, professional and proactive culture Develop and deliver ambitious strategies across trusts, foundations, corporates, major donors, community fundraising and events Manage and grow existing earned income streams, while identifying and developing new income-generating opportunities Build strong, lasting relationships with supporters, partners, and stakeholders Work with senior leaders across the organisation, contributing to long-term plans and sustainability Ensure excellent stewardship, robust compliance, and high standards of fundraising practice This role combines strategic thinking, commercial awareness and hands-on leadership, with opportunities to shape new ideas and approaches. About you As a proven fundraising leader with the confidence and credibility to operate at a senior level you will be motivated by opportunity, collaboration, growth; and enjoy working in a role where leadership really matters. You'll also bring: Significant experience across fundraising and/or income generation A strong track record of leading and developing teams Commercial awareness and a business development mindset Experience of building partnerships and managing high-value relationships Confidence working with senior stakeholders, committees and boards Strong organisational, communication and influencing skills Why join us? We offer more than a role, we offer the chance to be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation with ambitious plans for the future. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive rewards and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and career progression. Enhanced Annual Leave days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Paternity leave Cycle to Work scheme Retail and Leisure discounts Free onsite Parking, Café, and Kitchen Facilities Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chailey Heritage Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Fundraising and Income Location: North Chailey, East Sussex (BN8 4EF) Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Hours: Full time, Hybrid - 37 hours per week Lead income growth. Inspire people. Shape long-term sustainability. We re looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Fundraising & Income to lead and grow our voluntary and earned income streams. This is a senior leadership role with real influence ideal for a strategic fundraiser who enjoys building teams, developing opportunities, and working collaboratively to deliver sustainable growth. About the role As Head of Fundraising & Income, you will provide visible, values-led leadership to our fundraising team while setting the strategic direction for income generation across the organisation. You will: Lead and inspire a high-performing fundraising team, creating a positive, professional and proactive culture Develop and deliver ambitious strategies across trusts, foundations, corporates, major donors, community fundraising and events Manage and grow existing earned income streams, while identifying and developing new income-generating opportunities Build strong, lasting relationships with supporters, partners, and stakeholders Work with senior leaders across the organisation, contributing to long-term plans and sustainability Ensure excellent stewardship, robust compliance, and high standards of fundraising practice This role combines strategic thinking, commercial awareness and hands-on leadership, with opportunities to shape new ideas and approaches. About you As a proven fundraising leader with the confidence and credibility to operate at a senior level you will be motivated by opportunity, collaboration, growth; and enjoy working in a role where leadership really matters. You'll also bring: Significant experience across fundraising and/or income generation A strong track record of leading and developing teams Commercial awareness and a business development mindset Experience of building partnerships and managing high-value relationships Confidence working with senior stakeholders, committees and boards Strong organisational, communication and influencing skills Why join us? We offer more than a role, we offer the chance to be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation with ambitious plans for the future. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive rewards and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and career progression. Enhanced Annual Leave days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Paternity leave Cycle to Work scheme Retail and Leisure discounts Free onsite Parking, Café, and Kitchen Facilities Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chailey Heritage Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Role Overview We're seeking an exceptional Head of Compliance to help shape the future of our organisation at a pivotal stage of growth. This is an opportunity to play a defining role in how we build trust, protect value, and scale responsibly within a dynamic, Private Equity-backed environment. At the heart of the role is enterprise-wide ownership of our compliance, assurance, and governance frameworks. You'll design and lead systems that don't just meet regulatory and investor expectations-but strengthen the way we operate every day. From integrated management systems to audit readiness and transparent reporting, your work will give the Board, investors, clients, and teams confidence that the business is well governed, resilient, and ready for what's next. As a trusted advisor to the Group CEO and senior leadership team, you'll bring clarity and confidence to complex risk and governance decisions. You'll thrive in a fast paced, growth oriented setting, embedding scalable, pragmatic structures that enable progress while safeguarding reputation, operational integrity, and long term enterprise value. The role provides strategic leadership across quality, environmental management, information security, business continuity, sustainability, and ESG. You'll unify these disciplines through a consistent, risk based framework aligned with regulatory requirements and Private Equity reporting standards-turning compliance into a genuine enabler of performance. This is a critical leadership role for someone who wants to make a lasting impact: strengthening investor confidence, supporting transaction readiness, and helping the organisation grow with discipline, accountability, and purpose across all regions and projects. Key Responsibilities Compliance & Integrated Management Systems Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the organisation's integrated management systems across: Quality Environmental Management Business Continuity Information Security Ensure ongoing certification, compliance, and audit readiness against relevant international standards, including: ISO 9001 - Quality Management ISO 14001 - Environmental Management ISO 22301 - Business Continuity ISO 27001 - Information Security Ensure management systems are scalable, proportionate, and aligned with business growth, geographic expansion, and Private Equity governance expectations. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, risk awareness, and compliance discipline across all business functions. Governance & Risk Own the organisation's compliance and governance framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, client obligations, and investor standards. Plan and deliver risk based internal audit programmes across departments and regions. Lead preparation for, and engagement with, external audits, certification bodies, client audits, and investor assurance activities. Maintain governance, reporting, and control frameworks aligned with Private Equity reporting, risk management, and value protection requirements. Provide the Group CEO and senior leadership team with clear, data driven insight into compliance, risk, and assurance performance. Sustainability & ESG Governance Act as organisational lead for sustainability and ESG governance. Own and continuously improve the Environmental Management System in line with ISO 14001. Lead ESG and sustainability reporting, performance tracking, and continuous improvement planning, with relevance to data centre commissioning and mission critical infrastructure. Manage external sustainability and ethical accreditations, including EcoVadis and Achilles, ensuring strong client facing and investor outcomes. Monitor emerging ESG regulations, environmental legislation, and investor expectations, translating requirements into practical, auditable internal controls. Support tendering, client audits, due diligence activities, and investor scrutiny relating to ESG and sustainability performance. Regulatory Compliance & Strategic Advisory Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory obligations, and internal policies across quality, environmental, information security, business continuity, and ESG domains. Identify, assess, and manage compliance, regulatory, reputational, and ESG related risks. Develop and maintain robust mitigation, assurance, and continuous improvement plans. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, supporting compliant, controlled, and commercially sound decision making. Contribute to long term organisational strategy, supporting scalable governance models suitable for continued Private Equity ownership and future transactions. Education & Professional Qualifications Degree in Law, Compliance, Risk Management, Engineering, Environmental Management, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Professional qualification or membership in a relevant compliance, audit, risk, or governance body is advantageous. Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor qualifications for ISO standards are highly desirable. Skills & Experience Proven experience leading compliance, governance, risk functions within complex or fast growing organisations. Strong understanding of Private Equity governance models, investor reporting, audit scrutiny, and due diligence requirements. Demonstrable experience managing integrated management systems and ISO certifications. Experience leading ESG or sustainability governance within an operational or engineering led environment. In depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, audit processes, and assurance methodologies. Experience managing multiple accreditations and external assurance schemes. Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels, including Board, investors, senior leadership, and external stakeholders. Commercially aware, pragmatic, and solutions focused, with the ability to balance compliance, governance, and business performance. Employee Benefits 20 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays, increasing annually up to 5 additional days Private health insurance for employee and family (post qualifying period) 5% employer pension contribution Life insurance Cycle to work scheme BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Role Overview We're seeking an exceptional Head of Compliance to help shape the future of our organisation at a pivotal stage of growth. This is an opportunity to play a defining role in how we build trust, protect value, and scale responsibly within a dynamic, Private Equity-backed environment. At the heart of the role is enterprise-wide ownership of our compliance, assurance, and governance frameworks. You'll design and lead systems that don't just meet regulatory and investor expectations-but strengthen the way we operate every day. From integrated management systems to audit readiness and transparent reporting, your work will give the Board, investors, clients, and teams confidence that the business is well governed, resilient, and ready for what's next. As a trusted advisor to the Group CEO and senior leadership team, you'll bring clarity and confidence to complex risk and governance decisions. You'll thrive in a fast paced, growth oriented setting, embedding scalable, pragmatic structures that enable progress while safeguarding reputation, operational integrity, and long term enterprise value. The role provides strategic leadership across quality, environmental management, information security, business continuity, sustainability, and ESG. You'll unify these disciplines through a consistent, risk based framework aligned with regulatory requirements and Private Equity reporting standards-turning compliance into a genuine enabler of performance. This is a critical leadership role for someone who wants to make a lasting impact: strengthening investor confidence, supporting transaction readiness, and helping the organisation grow with discipline, accountability, and purpose across all regions and projects. Key Responsibilities Compliance & Integrated Management Systems Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the organisation's integrated management systems across: Quality Environmental Management Business Continuity Information Security Ensure ongoing certification, compliance, and audit readiness against relevant international standards, including: ISO 9001 - Quality Management ISO 14001 - Environmental Management ISO 22301 - Business Continuity ISO 27001 - Information Security Ensure management systems are scalable, proportionate, and aligned with business growth, geographic expansion, and Private Equity governance expectations. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, risk awareness, and compliance discipline across all business functions. Governance & Risk Own the organisation's compliance and governance framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, client obligations, and investor standards. Plan and deliver risk based internal audit programmes across departments and regions. Lead preparation for, and engagement with, external audits, certification bodies, client audits, and investor assurance activities. Maintain governance, reporting, and control frameworks aligned with Private Equity reporting, risk management, and value protection requirements. Provide the Group CEO and senior leadership team with clear, data driven insight into compliance, risk, and assurance performance. Sustainability & ESG Governance Act as organisational lead for sustainability and ESG governance. Own and continuously improve the Environmental Management System in line with ISO 14001. Lead ESG and sustainability reporting, performance tracking, and continuous improvement planning, with relevance to data centre commissioning and mission critical infrastructure. Manage external sustainability and ethical accreditations, including EcoVadis and Achilles, ensuring strong client facing and investor outcomes. Monitor emerging ESG regulations, environmental legislation, and investor expectations, translating requirements into practical, auditable internal controls. Support tendering, client audits, due diligence activities, and investor scrutiny relating to ESG and sustainability performance. Regulatory Compliance & Strategic Advisory Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory obligations, and internal policies across quality, environmental, information security, business continuity, and ESG domains. Identify, assess, and manage compliance, regulatory, reputational, and ESG related risks. Develop and maintain robust mitigation, assurance, and continuous improvement plans. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, supporting compliant, controlled, and commercially sound decision making. Contribute to long term organisational strategy, supporting scalable governance models suitable for continued Private Equity ownership and future transactions. Education & Professional Qualifications Degree in Law, Compliance, Risk Management, Engineering, Environmental Management, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Professional qualification or membership in a relevant compliance, audit, risk, or governance body is advantageous. Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor qualifications for ISO standards are highly desirable. Skills & Experience Proven experience leading compliance, governance, risk functions within complex or fast growing organisations. Strong understanding of Private Equity governance models, investor reporting, audit scrutiny, and due diligence requirements. Demonstrable experience managing integrated management systems and ISO certifications. Experience leading ESG or sustainability governance within an operational or engineering led environment. In depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, audit processes, and assurance methodologies. Experience managing multiple accreditations and external assurance schemes. Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels, including Board, investors, senior leadership, and external stakeholders. Commercially aware, pragmatic, and solutions focused, with the ability to balance compliance, governance, and business performance. Employee Benefits 20 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays, increasing annually up to 5 additional days Private health insurance for employee and family (post qualifying period) 5% employer pension contribution Life insurance Cycle to work scheme BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
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Spalding, Lincolnshire
Assistant Director Finance Vacancy Type: Permanent / Full Time Hours Per Week: 37 Length of Contract: Permanent Salary Range: £86,641 £111,300 per annum Location: Boston, Spalding, Horncastle Application Deadline: 26 February 2026 Are you a strategic, forward thinking Senior Local Government Finance Leader looking for a role with genuine scale, influence and impact? Our client is seeking its next Assistant Director Finance (Deputy s151). As one of the largest and most established Partnerships of its kind, they operate seamlessly across three sovereign Councils. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) on the horizon, they are uniquely positioned ahead of the curve, mature in their shared arrangements, and well placed to shape the future of local government in Lincolnshire. This makes the role an exceptional platform for a senior finance professional ready to contribute to and influence major transformation at scale. Why This Role Stands Out The breadth of their Partnership, combined with their success in securing significant external funding, makes this a highly dynamic and complex finance environment. Working closely with our client s established shared s151 Officer, you will play a central role in: Leading Corporate Finance across all three Councils. Driving delivery of their Annual Delivery Plan and ambitious Transformation Plans. Shaping key strategic and financial decisions across multiple sovereign organisations. Strengthening financial governance and resilience through organisational change. Working collaboratively to ensure high quality financial services, robust performance, and effective operational delivery across the Partnership. Providing financial leadership and challenge that supports innovation, growth, and transformation. This is a rare opportunity to operate in a senior leadership role with both strategic reach and meaningful impact on local communities. The role requires regular attendance at Council and Cabinet meetings across all three Councils, including some evening commitments. About You Our client is seeking an engaging, collaborative and credible Senior Leader who brings: A strong track record in local government finance, backed by extensive technical accounting and financial management expertise. The ability to influence and build relationships across Members, Officers, colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders at regional and national level. A forward looking, solutions focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. Proven leadership capability and the confidence to represent the Councils at a senior level. A passion for delivering positive outcomes for the people and businesses across South and East Lincolnshire. If you thrive in a complex, evolving environment and want a senior role where you can shape the future of local government across multiple Councils, they would love to hear from you. Benefits Our client offers excellent terms and conditions of employment including: Annual leave commencing at 30 days and rising to 33 days after 10 years of service. Agile and Hybrid working. Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme. Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts. Private Medical Insurance. Cycle to Work Schemes. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life. To apply, you will need to submit your CV along with a supporting statement (no more than two pages) by the application deadline Thursday, 26th of February. This position is a shared role within the Partnership and forms part of the S113 agreement between the participating Partnership Councils. This is a politically restricted post. About Our Client The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. They are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually / in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role they do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director Finance Vacancy Type: Permanent / Full Time Hours Per Week: 37 Length of Contract: Permanent Salary Range: £86,641 £111,300 per annum Location: Boston, Spalding, Horncastle Application Deadline: 26 February 2026 Are you a strategic, forward thinking Senior Local Government Finance Leader looking for a role with genuine scale, influence and impact? Our client is seeking its next Assistant Director Finance (Deputy s151). As one of the largest and most established Partnerships of its kind, they operate seamlessly across three sovereign Councils. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) on the horizon, they are uniquely positioned ahead of the curve, mature in their shared arrangements, and well placed to shape the future of local government in Lincolnshire. This makes the role an exceptional platform for a senior finance professional ready to contribute to and influence major transformation at scale. Why This Role Stands Out The breadth of their Partnership, combined with their success in securing significant external funding, makes this a highly dynamic and complex finance environment. Working closely with our client s established shared s151 Officer, you will play a central role in: Leading Corporate Finance across all three Councils. Driving delivery of their Annual Delivery Plan and ambitious Transformation Plans. Shaping key strategic and financial decisions across multiple sovereign organisations. Strengthening financial governance and resilience through organisational change. Working collaboratively to ensure high quality financial services, robust performance, and effective operational delivery across the Partnership. Providing financial leadership and challenge that supports innovation, growth, and transformation. This is a rare opportunity to operate in a senior leadership role with both strategic reach and meaningful impact on local communities. The role requires regular attendance at Council and Cabinet meetings across all three Councils, including some evening commitments. About You Our client is seeking an engaging, collaborative and credible Senior Leader who brings: A strong track record in local government finance, backed by extensive technical accounting and financial management expertise. The ability to influence and build relationships across Members, Officers, colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders at regional and national level. A forward looking, solutions focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. Proven leadership capability and the confidence to represent the Councils at a senior level. A passion for delivering positive outcomes for the people and businesses across South and East Lincolnshire. If you thrive in a complex, evolving environment and want a senior role where you can shape the future of local government across multiple Councils, they would love to hear from you. Benefits Our client offers excellent terms and conditions of employment including: Annual leave commencing at 30 days and rising to 33 days after 10 years of service. Agile and Hybrid working. Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme. Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts. Private Medical Insurance. Cycle to Work Schemes. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life. To apply, you will need to submit your CV along with a supporting statement (no more than two pages) by the application deadline Thursday, 26th of February. This position is a shared role within the Partnership and forms part of the S113 agreement between the participating Partnership Councils. This is a politically restricted post. About Our Client The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. They are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually / in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role they do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Process, Value, Optimisation Top 3 qualities for this role: Solution-orientated, Integrity, Analytical Where you'll work: Depending on the needs of your business area, we expect hub based people to be in the office at least once a week, and to attend OVO Connection events in person. You'll be assigned to the closest one of our three hub offices, Bristol, Glasgow, or London; unless your role requires field based work. Each hub has accessible spaces to park your laptop, is designed to inspire people, help them connect and bring big ideas to life. Everyone belongs at OVO At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all abilities, gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Teamworking for the planet Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As an enterprise business OVO's supply chain presents large risk but great opportunity when it comes to sustainability and wider ESG initiatives. Procurement & Supply play a vital role when contributing to OVO's wider Plan Zero aspirations ensuring we're working with the right partners and managing risks appropriately. This role in a nutshell: Buying goods and services is the heartbeat of OVO, allowing us to deliver everything from green marketing campaigns to smart meters. As a Senior Manager for Procurement Enablement in OVO's Procurement & Supply team you'll be the driving force behind the process, infrastructure, analytics, and governance necessary for a best in class procurement lifecycle. You will lead a dedicated and capable team that serves as the backbone of OVO's spend management, bridging the gap between procurement strategy and operational execution. Your mission is to evolve the procurement process into a competitive advantage by optimising the journey to be intuitive and high value. You will report directly to the Category Department Lead, ensuring that enablement direction is perfectly aligned with the broader Procurement & Supply Team and OVO's financial objectives. Your key outcomes will be: Driving Operational Excellence: Process oversight across the end to end Procurement lifecycle, ensuring it balances user centric speed with appropriate controls & risk management, delivered through two incumbent source to contact (S2C) and purchase to pay (P2P) systems. Act as the guardian of the bottom line by ensuring compliant purchasing and improving Purchase Order (PO) quality to eliminate value leakage. Risk & Governance: Integrate multi function approvals (InfoSec, Data Protection, Tax, Legal, AI, Tech) into a seamless process and maintain a robust Risk and Control Matrix (RACM) for the function. Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) for the function, implementing corrective actions to meet or exceed targets. Act as the reporting hub for key supply chain statistics, such as risk, sustainability, code of conduct compliance and supplier diversity. Delivering the Enablement Strategy: Develop and execute a multi year Procurement Enablement strategy aligned with industry best practice and OVO's financial & operational goals focused on driving maximum value, efficiency and control. Oversee the roadmap for the Procurement Enablement Systems and Process, championing integration and implementation of new technologies, including the overlay of OVO's existing AI & ML solutions. Contribute to the overall Procurement Policy, Strategy, Guidance and Communications in combination with OVO's Category Management teams and the wider Finance function. Develop the "self service" environment by enhancing the tools, training (such as buyer resources and digital training), and infrastructure that allow OVO teams to procure autonomously and safely where possible. Team Leadership & OVO Stakeholder Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate a dedicated Procurement Enablement team, promoting a mindset of accountability and continuous improvement. Oversee team members responsible for the process, analytics and co ordination of activity across the procurement lifecycle to ensure professional growth and high quality outcomes. Serve as the primary procurement process subject matter expert and change agent, collaborating closely with senior leaders in Finance, Category Management and the Business Units to drive cross functional alignment and adoption of the source to contract and purchase to pay process steps and leading on any strategic initiatives. Identify opportunities for optimisation and service improvement to the wider business, including selection of optimum buying channels which may include the launch of catalogue or other automated options. Instill a data driven culture, utilising analytics to identify process bottlenecks, compliance gaps, and opportunities for cost reduction or working capital optimisation. You'll be a successful Senior Procurement Enablement Manager at OVO if you Have experience owning a procurement process for a large organisation, including proven experience in a senior role (Essential). Possess experience of source to contract and procure to pay systems (such as Ivalua / Workday or equivalents) (Essential). Have experience implementing AI functionality or automated buying channels into the transactional side of procurement process (Desirable). Have strong business acumen with experience and deep subject matter expertise in procurement best practice and processes covering Procurement Operations, Data & Systems. Are a delivery focused self starter, team oriented and with a collaborative, pragmatic approach. Are comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment and proposing, justifying, initiating and implementing change. Have strong presentation, relationship building, facilitation and conflict resolution skills. Possess strong planning, organising, analytical and fact based decision making skills. Have high attention to detail and the ability to produce quality deliverables within required timescales. Let's talk about what's in it for you We'll pay you between £65,000 and £80,000, depending on your specific skills and experience. We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. We'll give you 9% Flex Pay on top of your salary - 4% of this is auto enrolled into your pension, and the remaining 5% is yours to use with our extensive range of flexible benefits, including the green benefits we've put at the heart of our offering, add to your pension or even take it as cash. 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). Health benefits: healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more. Wellbeing benefits: gym membership, travel insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, dental insurance, and more. Lifestyle benefits: extra holiday buying, discount dining, home & tech loans, and support for your favourite charities with give as you earn donations. Home benefits: up to £400 towards any OVO Energy plan, plus great discounts on solar, smart thermostats and EV chargers. Commute benefits: great deals on ultra low emission car leasing, cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans. For your Belonging To find better ways to support our people, we need to listen to each other's experiences and find ways to build a truly inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of this, we have 8 Belonging Networks at OVO. Led by our people, for our people - so when you join OVO, you can play a part - big or small - with any of the Networks. It's up to you. Oh, and one last thing We'd be thrilled if you tick off all our boxes, yet we also believe it's just as important we tick off all of yours. And if you think you have most of what we're looking for but not every single thing, go ahead and hit apply. We'd still love to hear from you! If you have any additional requirements, there's a space to let us know on the application form; we want to make the process as easy and comfortable for you as possible.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Process, Value, Optimisation Top 3 qualities for this role: Solution-orientated, Integrity, Analytical Where you'll work: Depending on the needs of your business area, we expect hub based people to be in the office at least once a week, and to attend OVO Connection events in person. You'll be assigned to the closest one of our three hub offices, Bristol, Glasgow, or London; unless your role requires field based work. Each hub has accessible spaces to park your laptop, is designed to inspire people, help them connect and bring big ideas to life. Everyone belongs at OVO At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all abilities, gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Teamworking for the planet Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As an enterprise business OVO's supply chain presents large risk but great opportunity when it comes to sustainability and wider ESG initiatives. Procurement & Supply play a vital role when contributing to OVO's wider Plan Zero aspirations ensuring we're working with the right partners and managing risks appropriately. This role in a nutshell: Buying goods and services is the heartbeat of OVO, allowing us to deliver everything from green marketing campaigns to smart meters. As a Senior Manager for Procurement Enablement in OVO's Procurement & Supply team you'll be the driving force behind the process, infrastructure, analytics, and governance necessary for a best in class procurement lifecycle. You will lead a dedicated and capable team that serves as the backbone of OVO's spend management, bridging the gap between procurement strategy and operational execution. Your mission is to evolve the procurement process into a competitive advantage by optimising the journey to be intuitive and high value. You will report directly to the Category Department Lead, ensuring that enablement direction is perfectly aligned with the broader Procurement & Supply Team and OVO's financial objectives. Your key outcomes will be: Driving Operational Excellence: Process oversight across the end to end Procurement lifecycle, ensuring it balances user centric speed with appropriate controls & risk management, delivered through two incumbent source to contact (S2C) and purchase to pay (P2P) systems. Act as the guardian of the bottom line by ensuring compliant purchasing and improving Purchase Order (PO) quality to eliminate value leakage. Risk & Governance: Integrate multi function approvals (InfoSec, Data Protection, Tax, Legal, AI, Tech) into a seamless process and maintain a robust Risk and Control Matrix (RACM) for the function. Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) for the function, implementing corrective actions to meet or exceed targets. Act as the reporting hub for key supply chain statistics, such as risk, sustainability, code of conduct compliance and supplier diversity. Delivering the Enablement Strategy: Develop and execute a multi year Procurement Enablement strategy aligned with industry best practice and OVO's financial & operational goals focused on driving maximum value, efficiency and control. Oversee the roadmap for the Procurement Enablement Systems and Process, championing integration and implementation of new technologies, including the overlay of OVO's existing AI & ML solutions. Contribute to the overall Procurement Policy, Strategy, Guidance and Communications in combination with OVO's Category Management teams and the wider Finance function. Develop the "self service" environment by enhancing the tools, training (such as buyer resources and digital training), and infrastructure that allow OVO teams to procure autonomously and safely where possible. Team Leadership & OVO Stakeholder Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate a dedicated Procurement Enablement team, promoting a mindset of accountability and continuous improvement. Oversee team members responsible for the process, analytics and co ordination of activity across the procurement lifecycle to ensure professional growth and high quality outcomes. Serve as the primary procurement process subject matter expert and change agent, collaborating closely with senior leaders in Finance, Category Management and the Business Units to drive cross functional alignment and adoption of the source to contract and purchase to pay process steps and leading on any strategic initiatives. Identify opportunities for optimisation and service improvement to the wider business, including selection of optimum buying channels which may include the launch of catalogue or other automated options. Instill a data driven culture, utilising analytics to identify process bottlenecks, compliance gaps, and opportunities for cost reduction or working capital optimisation. You'll be a successful Senior Procurement Enablement Manager at OVO if you Have experience owning a procurement process for a large organisation, including proven experience in a senior role (Essential). Possess experience of source to contract and procure to pay systems (such as Ivalua / Workday or equivalents) (Essential). Have experience implementing AI functionality or automated buying channels into the transactional side of procurement process (Desirable). Have strong business acumen with experience and deep subject matter expertise in procurement best practice and processes covering Procurement Operations, Data & Systems. Are a delivery focused self starter, team oriented and with a collaborative, pragmatic approach. Are comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment and proposing, justifying, initiating and implementing change. Have strong presentation, relationship building, facilitation and conflict resolution skills. Possess strong planning, organising, analytical and fact based decision making skills. Have high attention to detail and the ability to produce quality deliverables within required timescales. Let's talk about what's in it for you We'll pay you between £65,000 and £80,000, depending on your specific skills and experience. We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. We'll give you 9% Flex Pay on top of your salary - 4% of this is auto enrolled into your pension, and the remaining 5% is yours to use with our extensive range of flexible benefits, including the green benefits we've put at the heart of our offering, add to your pension or even take it as cash. 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). Health benefits: healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more. Wellbeing benefits: gym membership, travel insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, dental insurance, and more. Lifestyle benefits: extra holiday buying, discount dining, home & tech loans, and support for your favourite charities with give as you earn donations. Home benefits: up to £400 towards any OVO Energy plan, plus great discounts on solar, smart thermostats and EV chargers. Commute benefits: great deals on ultra low emission car leasing, cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans. For your Belonging To find better ways to support our people, we need to listen to each other's experiences and find ways to build a truly inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of this, we have 8 Belonging Networks at OVO. Led by our people, for our people - so when you join OVO, you can play a part - big or small - with any of the Networks. It's up to you. Oh, and one last thing We'd be thrilled if you tick off all our boxes, yet we also believe it's just as important we tick off all of yours. And if you think you have most of what we're looking for but not every single thing, go ahead and hit apply. We'd still love to hear from you! If you have any additional requirements, there's a space to let us know on the application form; we want to make the process as easy and comfortable for you as possible.
Talent Guardian is working with a well-established and growing toy company in Worcestershire to recruit a Mid-Weight Product Designer for their Product Development team. This is a great opportunity to join a creative, commercially focused business designing engaging toys for global markets. The role involves developing innovative toy concepts from initial idea through to pre-production. It suits a strong visual communicator with excellent illustration skills, strong design fundamentals, and a passion for creating playful, commercially viable products while collaborating with internal teams and international manufacturing partners. Key Responsibilities Work alongside the Head of Product Development and the wider design team to create innovative, market-leading toy concepts. Develop concepts into production-ready designs, including CAD models, 2D technical drawings, and detailed product specifications. Produce high-quality visuals, illustrations, and graphic assets to communicate design intent clearly and effectively. Apply knowledge of toy manufacturing processes, particularly plastics (e.g. injection moulding, blow moulding). Design with strong commercial awareness, ensuring products meet cost targets while maintaining quality, safety, and play value. Create presentation and promotional assets to support product launches and internal reviews. Collaborate with licensors and global brand partners, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and creative standards. Support the development and refinement of existing toy ranges. Coordinate projects across UK and international offices, as well as external suppliers and manufacturers. Support compliance, testing, and pre-production processes. Manage timelines, key milestones, and stage-gate reviews to ensure on-time delivery. Essential Skills & Experience At least 4 years experience in a similar product or toy design role. Degree in Product Design or a related creative discipline. A strong portfolio showcasing creativity, concept development, and polished execution. Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD. Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Excellent visual communication skills, with a keen eye for form, colour, character, and layout. Highly motivated, detail-focused, and passionate about toy design. A positive, collaborative team player with a good sense of humour. Apply today!
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Talent Guardian is working with a well-established and growing toy company in Worcestershire to recruit a Mid-Weight Product Designer for their Product Development team. This is a great opportunity to join a creative, commercially focused business designing engaging toys for global markets. The role involves developing innovative toy concepts from initial idea through to pre-production. It suits a strong visual communicator with excellent illustration skills, strong design fundamentals, and a passion for creating playful, commercially viable products while collaborating with internal teams and international manufacturing partners. Key Responsibilities Work alongside the Head of Product Development and the wider design team to create innovative, market-leading toy concepts. Develop concepts into production-ready designs, including CAD models, 2D technical drawings, and detailed product specifications. Produce high-quality visuals, illustrations, and graphic assets to communicate design intent clearly and effectively. Apply knowledge of toy manufacturing processes, particularly plastics (e.g. injection moulding, blow moulding). Design with strong commercial awareness, ensuring products meet cost targets while maintaining quality, safety, and play value. Create presentation and promotional assets to support product launches and internal reviews. Collaborate with licensors and global brand partners, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and creative standards. Support the development and refinement of existing toy ranges. Coordinate projects across UK and international offices, as well as external suppliers and manufacturers. Support compliance, testing, and pre-production processes. Manage timelines, key milestones, and stage-gate reviews to ensure on-time delivery. Essential Skills & Experience At least 4 years experience in a similar product or toy design role. Degree in Product Design or a related creative discipline. A strong portfolio showcasing creativity, concept development, and polished execution. Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD. Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Excellent visual communication skills, with a keen eye for form, colour, character, and layout. Highly motivated, detail-focused, and passionate about toy design. A positive, collaborative team player with a good sense of humour. Apply today!
This is an exciting role in a unique organisation. Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students unions in the UK and the world. We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better. We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services. It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL s groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy . This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community. We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. The role is a full time and permanent. This role is based at our Bloomsbury/UCL campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). Job description We are looking for an Intercultural Engagement Manager (Freedom of Speech) to to manage our student-led external speaker events policy and processes, which are key to enabling the Union to balance our responsibility to enable and protect freedom of speech within the law with our fundamental charitable purpose to deliver for the educational benefit of our community and society. The role holder will manage the external speakers approval process, including assessing the risk rating and the risk mitigation steps required for events. These are essential processes that enable the Union to facilitate student-led events, which broaden the scope of discussion and debate and contribute to the academic and non-academic development of our members, whilst ensuring the safety of those participating. The post holder will also work with the Head of Intercultural Engagement to increase the number and variety of skills development opportunities for students, catering to the diverse needs of our members. They will be responsible for expanding the reach and impact of the Impartial Chairs programme, our skills development programme designed to help students tackle contentious issues, develop a nuanced understanding of power dynamics and a toolkit of techniques to enable them to navigate challenging conversations with individuals with different views. For full details on this role, please view the job pack attached below.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting role in a unique organisation. Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students unions in the UK and the world. We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better. We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services. It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL s groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy . This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community. We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. The role is a full time and permanent. This role is based at our Bloomsbury/UCL campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). Job description We are looking for an Intercultural Engagement Manager (Freedom of Speech) to to manage our student-led external speaker events policy and processes, which are key to enabling the Union to balance our responsibility to enable and protect freedom of speech within the law with our fundamental charitable purpose to deliver for the educational benefit of our community and society. The role holder will manage the external speakers approval process, including assessing the risk rating and the risk mitigation steps required for events. These are essential processes that enable the Union to facilitate student-led events, which broaden the scope of discussion and debate and contribute to the academic and non-academic development of our members, whilst ensuring the safety of those participating. The post holder will also work with the Head of Intercultural Engagement to increase the number and variety of skills development opportunities for students, catering to the diverse needs of our members. They will be responsible for expanding the reach and impact of the Impartial Chairs programme, our skills development programme designed to help students tackle contentious issues, develop a nuanced understanding of power dynamics and a toolkit of techniques to enable them to navigate challenging conversations with individuals with different views. For full details on this role, please view the job pack attached below.
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. What You'll Do: To manage all day-to-day aspects of a client portfolio, this will include the following: Leading complex functional analysis interviews and demonstrating pro-active listening to challenge, identify and capture entity contributions to risk management and intangibles DEMPE. Anticipating the range of possible TP solutions to scenarios and working with your team to persuasively apply transfer pricing principles to the facts. Leading the management and improvement of overall profit through effective use of technology, pricing and efficient resource management. Successfully managing transfer pricing projects from business development to delivery. Actively and successfully managing and up skilling the junior members of the team. What You'll Bring: Qualified at ACA, CTA or equivalent level (eg, legal/HMRC/international) or Economist with Post graduate qualifications. The successful candidate will already have experience of preparing/reviewing/delivering: Transfer Pricing policy design and planning. Multi-jurisdictional documentation projects. Managing and leading teams for success. Transfer Pricing controversy, dealing with APAs and MAPs Ideally in Thin Capitalization projects as well. Experienced at building and maintaining strong relationships with clients Excellent people management skills, and; We are particularly interested in speaking to candidates with Financial Services experience, and experience in dealing with Transfer Pricing of debt We are open to candidates looking for Manager up to Senior Manager/Associate Director grade appointments and existing Associate Directors looking for further rapid career progression What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Various - This role can be based from our; Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 2 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Edinburgh Office - Located in Capital Square, 58 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8BP. Just a few minutes from Haymarket station with excellent tram and bus links. Close to the historic city centre, offering a perfect mix of heritage and modern business. Glasgow Office - Located in 100 Queen Street, Glasgow, G1 3DN. Centrally located with easy access to Glasgow Queen Street and Central stations. Surrounded by great cafés, shops, and city energy in Scotland's largest city. Leeds Office - Located in 3 Wellington Place, 5th Floor, Leeds, LS1 4AP. Just a 10-minute walk from Leeds Station. Positioned in a modern business quarter with excellent amenities and green spaces. London Office - Located in 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU. Moments from City Thameslink, St Paul's and Farringdon stations. Ideally positioned in the heart of the City of London, near major landmarks and law courts. Milton Keynes Office - Located in The Pinnacle, 160 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 1FF. Just a short walk from Milton Keynes Central station. A well-connected location in a fast-growing commercial hub. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. What You'll Do: To manage all day-to-day aspects of a client portfolio, this will include the following: Leading complex functional analysis interviews and demonstrating pro-active listening to challenge, identify and capture entity contributions to risk management and intangibles DEMPE. Anticipating the range of possible TP solutions to scenarios and working with your team to persuasively apply transfer pricing principles to the facts. Leading the management and improvement of overall profit through effective use of technology, pricing and efficient resource management. Successfully managing transfer pricing projects from business development to delivery. Actively and successfully managing and up skilling the junior members of the team. What You'll Bring: Qualified at ACA, CTA or equivalent level (eg, legal/HMRC/international) or Economist with Post graduate qualifications. The successful candidate will already have experience of preparing/reviewing/delivering: Transfer Pricing policy design and planning. Multi-jurisdictional documentation projects. Managing and leading teams for success. Transfer Pricing controversy, dealing with APAs and MAPs Ideally in Thin Capitalization projects as well. Experienced at building and maintaining strong relationships with clients Excellent people management skills, and; We are particularly interested in speaking to candidates with Financial Services experience, and experience in dealing with Transfer Pricing of debt We are open to candidates looking for Manager up to Senior Manager/Associate Director grade appointments and existing Associate Directors looking for further rapid career progression What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Various - This role can be based from our; Birmingham Office - Located in Paradise Birmingham, 2 Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. Within walking distance of Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations. Situated in the heart of the city's business and leisure district, with stunning modern architecture. Edinburgh Office - Located in Capital Square, 58 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8BP. Just a few minutes from Haymarket station with excellent tram and bus links. Close to the historic city centre, offering a perfect mix of heritage and modern business. Glasgow Office - Located in 100 Queen Street, Glasgow, G1 3DN. Centrally located with easy access to Glasgow Queen Street and Central stations. Surrounded by great cafés, shops, and city energy in Scotland's largest city. Leeds Office - Located in 3 Wellington Place, 5th Floor, Leeds, LS1 4AP. Just a 10-minute walk from Leeds Station. Positioned in a modern business quarter with excellent amenities and green spaces. London Office - Located in 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU. Moments from City Thameslink, St Paul's and Farringdon stations. Ideally positioned in the heart of the City of London, near major landmarks and law courts. Milton Keynes Office - Located in The Pinnacle, 160 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 1FF. Just a short walk from Milton Keynes Central station. A well-connected location in a fast-growing commercial hub. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Head of Estates Zachary Daniels is partnering on a confidential basis with a high growth UK retailer to appoint a Head of Estates. This is a senior leadership opportunity with responsibility for Facilities Management, Construction and Store Design across a sizeable and expanding UK store estate. Reporting into the Property Director, the Head of Estates will play a pivotal role in delivering the business's store growth strategy while ensuring the existing estate operates efficiently, safely and in line with brand standards. This is a hybrid role and candidates can be based across the UK. The Role This Head of Estates position has full accountability for the end to end estates function, balancing strategic planning with hands on delivery in a fast paced retail environment. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of the UK estate across facilities management, construction and store design Leading new store openings, refits and refurbishments at pace Developing and executing estates strategy aligned to business growth Ensuring consistency of brand, layout and customer experience across a small-box format Managing contractors, consultants and supplier partners Ensuring compliance with all statutory, health & safety and regulatory requirements Driving cost control, value engineering and continuous improvement Acting as a senior stakeholder across Operations, Finance and Property Candidate Profile This opportunity is best suited to candidates from small-box retail, convenience, QSR or hospitality backgrounds, where speed of execution and commercial decision making are critical. The successful Head of Estates will demonstrate: Senior-level estates or property leadership experience within small box retail or hospitality Strong technical background across FM, construction and store design Proven delivery of rapid store expansion or transformation programmes A pragmatic, hands-on leadership style with strategic capability Strong commercial awareness and supplier management skills Ability to work at pace in a high-growth, evolving business Package The Head of Estates role offers a competitive senior package including: Six-figure basic salary ( 110,000- 130,000) Car allowance Bonus Comprehensive benefits package BBBH35203
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Estates Zachary Daniels is partnering on a confidential basis with a high growth UK retailer to appoint a Head of Estates. This is a senior leadership opportunity with responsibility for Facilities Management, Construction and Store Design across a sizeable and expanding UK store estate. Reporting into the Property Director, the Head of Estates will play a pivotal role in delivering the business's store growth strategy while ensuring the existing estate operates efficiently, safely and in line with brand standards. This is a hybrid role and candidates can be based across the UK. The Role This Head of Estates position has full accountability for the end to end estates function, balancing strategic planning with hands on delivery in a fast paced retail environment. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of the UK estate across facilities management, construction and store design Leading new store openings, refits and refurbishments at pace Developing and executing estates strategy aligned to business growth Ensuring consistency of brand, layout and customer experience across a small-box format Managing contractors, consultants and supplier partners Ensuring compliance with all statutory, health & safety and regulatory requirements Driving cost control, value engineering and continuous improvement Acting as a senior stakeholder across Operations, Finance and Property Candidate Profile This opportunity is best suited to candidates from small-box retail, convenience, QSR or hospitality backgrounds, where speed of execution and commercial decision making are critical. The successful Head of Estates will demonstrate: Senior-level estates or property leadership experience within small box retail or hospitality Strong technical background across FM, construction and store design Proven delivery of rapid store expansion or transformation programmes A pragmatic, hands-on leadership style with strategic capability Strong commercial awareness and supplier management skills Ability to work at pace in a high-growth, evolving business Package The Head of Estates role offers a competitive senior package including: Six-figure basic salary ( 110,000- 130,000) Car allowance Bonus Comprehensive benefits package BBBH35203
Senior Logistics & Operations Specialist We are on a mission to drive and expand Onitsuka Tiger's global business and become the most iconic premium lifestyle brand. We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate Logistics & Operation Specialist to help us do something bold, challenging and rewarding. If you are thoughtful, obsessed with finding efficiencies, ambitious and you want grow professionally, be inspired to apply today. Logistics & Operation will be responsible for all aspects of logistics operations including 3PL project management, completing tasks as assigned to support sales, merchandising, factory, forwarder and warehouse within Onitsuka Tiger EMEA. Logistics: 3PL development/relationship management, tracking of PO from creation through delivery (WS, RT, EC). Custom clearance documents, forwarder, and delivery. Operations: PO creation, inventory management, closeout sales, sales sample process, monitoring and management of free goods orders, set up and maintenance of product data. The Specialist, Operations and Logistics works closely with Sales, Merchandising, Customer Service and Logistics regionally along with our global team in Japan. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 3PL (Third Party Logistics) project management Develop, control, and manage the new logistics of Onitsuka Tiger EMEA by collaborating with 3PL, Onitsuka Tiger Head Quarter, and ASICS Logistics Team. Monitor operations and partner with 3PL provider to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful logistics flow through achievement of KPI's. PO Shipment/delivery management to avoid sales opportunity loss by collaborating with AEB Shared Service Logistics/SCM team and 3PL. Monitor and update promptly of the confirmed vs requested production/delivery schedule of each milestone dates (order tracking from factory region/country port warehouse store/eCommerce warehouse) to give each stakeholder a clear picture for production/delivery status for sales deliveries. Conduct outstanding logistics management/decisions through multi-dimensional approach considering forecast & sales order balance and pull forward & push back methodology to optimize capacities & constraints including factory capacity, minimum & multiple order quantities, production lead time, etc. If any production/delivery delay occurs, strictly keep the planned/requested production/delivery schedule to meet the product launch date of all the categories / all sales channels, especially for the "non-delayable product" (Seasonal product campaign/monthly focus/collaboration/special project items, etc ) by proactively identifying/reporting the issue and consult/develop/conduct solutions/negotiations with stakeholders. In case of delivery delay, for "non-delayable product", change the shipping method from sea freight to air freight for the minimum requirement by SKU, calculate the additional cost, and manage it within the budget. To conduct smooth customs clearance/import/export of the product delivery, comprehend the latest trading laws and regulations, and make adjustment with the factory/freight forwarder regarding the required documents/packaging methods etc, Manage/track sales samples/Apparel & Accessories uniform's production/delivery status to meet the planned delivery date. Report and give insight to the stakeholders on potential excess or shortages in inventory Purchase Order Input Management Manage the purchase order input to the system by collaborating with Onitsuka Tiger EMEA Merchandising team. Others Control budget of warehouse, freight, and courier costs balancing quality and competitive prices Process disputes on factory invoices (quantity/price difs) to improve the payment processes in Accounts Payable Department. Vendor management and payments YOUR EXPERIENCE We are looking for a seasoned candidate with proven experience in: Bachelor's Degree in logistics or supply chain management Required A minimum of 5 years of logistics / supply chain management, operation experience required Experience in the real fashion industry Experience in fore trade and customs clearance and knowledge of thelaws related to them. Experienced in managing warehouse operations International experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to support decision-making Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines Exceptional quality and ability to work in fast paced environment Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management Strong interpersonal skills to understand and address needs of others Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrates high level of accuracy, quality work, attendance and professional appearance SAP experience preferred Adheres to all Company Policies & Procedures and Safety Regulations, Adheres to local, state and federal laws Ability to be flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary Your wellbeing is our top priority. That's why we'll provide you with these resources to help you achieve and maintain a sound mind in a sound body. Calm app. Unlimited access to help develop your mental fitness through sleep, mindfulness and meditation. Runkeeper Go app. Free premium subscription to our running app. Employee wellness program. Free mindfulness, online yoga, Bootcamp, and Lunch & Learn sessions. OpenUp Access. A platform that offers professional psychological assistance and meditation classes. Flexibility to plan your travel agenda, plus to work remotely, from home, the ASICS Neuss office, Onitsuka Tiger Hoofddorp, The Netherlands office THE HISTORY OF ONITSUKA TIGER Onitsuka Tiger was born in 1949 as a sports shoe brand. The company continued to evolve until 1977, actively incorporating innovative ideas and technologies. In 2002, the company was reborn as a fashion brand in search of a more sophisticated style. Shoes that were once used for competitions were updated to shoes for town use, and they became loved as fashion items. Newly designed clothing and bags also express Onitsuka Tiger's commitment to both traditional detailing and a fashion mindset. Onitsuka Tiger is now undergoing a further evolution. It is sublimating itself into a "premium fashion brand. This premium is not about the price of a product, but rather about the brand's worldview, commitment to quality, and service, meaning one and only.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Logistics & Operations Specialist We are on a mission to drive and expand Onitsuka Tiger's global business and become the most iconic premium lifestyle brand. We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate Logistics & Operation Specialist to help us do something bold, challenging and rewarding. If you are thoughtful, obsessed with finding efficiencies, ambitious and you want grow professionally, be inspired to apply today. Logistics & Operation will be responsible for all aspects of logistics operations including 3PL project management, completing tasks as assigned to support sales, merchandising, factory, forwarder and warehouse within Onitsuka Tiger EMEA. Logistics: 3PL development/relationship management, tracking of PO from creation through delivery (WS, RT, EC). Custom clearance documents, forwarder, and delivery. Operations: PO creation, inventory management, closeout sales, sales sample process, monitoring and management of free goods orders, set up and maintenance of product data. The Specialist, Operations and Logistics works closely with Sales, Merchandising, Customer Service and Logistics regionally along with our global team in Japan. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 3PL (Third Party Logistics) project management Develop, control, and manage the new logistics of Onitsuka Tiger EMEA by collaborating with 3PL, Onitsuka Tiger Head Quarter, and ASICS Logistics Team. Monitor operations and partner with 3PL provider to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful logistics flow through achievement of KPI's. PO Shipment/delivery management to avoid sales opportunity loss by collaborating with AEB Shared Service Logistics/SCM team and 3PL. Monitor and update promptly of the confirmed vs requested production/delivery schedule of each milestone dates (order tracking from factory region/country port warehouse store/eCommerce warehouse) to give each stakeholder a clear picture for production/delivery status for sales deliveries. Conduct outstanding logistics management/decisions through multi-dimensional approach considering forecast & sales order balance and pull forward & push back methodology to optimize capacities & constraints including factory capacity, minimum & multiple order quantities, production lead time, etc. If any production/delivery delay occurs, strictly keep the planned/requested production/delivery schedule to meet the product launch date of all the categories / all sales channels, especially for the "non-delayable product" (Seasonal product campaign/monthly focus/collaboration/special project items, etc ) by proactively identifying/reporting the issue and consult/develop/conduct solutions/negotiations with stakeholders. In case of delivery delay, for "non-delayable product", change the shipping method from sea freight to air freight for the minimum requirement by SKU, calculate the additional cost, and manage it within the budget. To conduct smooth customs clearance/import/export of the product delivery, comprehend the latest trading laws and regulations, and make adjustment with the factory/freight forwarder regarding the required documents/packaging methods etc, Manage/track sales samples/Apparel & Accessories uniform's production/delivery status to meet the planned delivery date. Report and give insight to the stakeholders on potential excess or shortages in inventory Purchase Order Input Management Manage the purchase order input to the system by collaborating with Onitsuka Tiger EMEA Merchandising team. Others Control budget of warehouse, freight, and courier costs balancing quality and competitive prices Process disputes on factory invoices (quantity/price difs) to improve the payment processes in Accounts Payable Department. Vendor management and payments YOUR EXPERIENCE We are looking for a seasoned candidate with proven experience in: Bachelor's Degree in logistics or supply chain management Required A minimum of 5 years of logistics / supply chain management, operation experience required Experience in the real fashion industry Experience in fore trade and customs clearance and knowledge of thelaws related to them. Experienced in managing warehouse operations International experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to support decision-making Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines Exceptional quality and ability to work in fast paced environment Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management Strong interpersonal skills to understand and address needs of others Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrates high level of accuracy, quality work, attendance and professional appearance SAP experience preferred Adheres to all Company Policies & Procedures and Safety Regulations, Adheres to local, state and federal laws Ability to be flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary Your wellbeing is our top priority. That's why we'll provide you with these resources to help you achieve and maintain a sound mind in a sound body. Calm app. Unlimited access to help develop your mental fitness through sleep, mindfulness and meditation. Runkeeper Go app. Free premium subscription to our running app. Employee wellness program. Free mindfulness, online yoga, Bootcamp, and Lunch & Learn sessions. OpenUp Access. A platform that offers professional psychological assistance and meditation classes. Flexibility to plan your travel agenda, plus to work remotely, from home, the ASICS Neuss office, Onitsuka Tiger Hoofddorp, The Netherlands office THE HISTORY OF ONITSUKA TIGER Onitsuka Tiger was born in 1949 as a sports shoe brand. The company continued to evolve until 1977, actively incorporating innovative ideas and technologies. In 2002, the company was reborn as a fashion brand in search of a more sophisticated style. Shoes that were once used for competitions were updated to shoes for town use, and they became loved as fashion items. Newly designed clothing and bags also express Onitsuka Tiger's commitment to both traditional detailing and a fashion mindset. Onitsuka Tiger is now undergoing a further evolution. It is sublimating itself into a "premium fashion brand. This premium is not about the price of a product, but rather about the brand's worldview, commitment to quality, and service, meaning one and only.
We are looking for a Senior Engineer with 5+ years of professional experience in TypeScript, React, and Node.js who is ready to take full technical ownership of a high-impact HealthTech platform. At Juno Bio, we are on a mission to close the gender health gap by decoding the vaginal microbiome. We believe that better data leads to better care, and we are building the first-of-its-kind infrastructure to provide people with the personalized, science-backed insights they deserve. Join us to transform an area of healthcare that has been neglected for too long. The Role As a Senior Engineer, you will report directly to the CTO and own the technical stack end-to-end. This is an "individual contributor" role with massive leverage; you aren't just executing tickets, you are architecting the platform. You will lead the migration from a legacy React SPA to Next.js, own our Shopify ecommerce store, and ensure our infrastructure is as robust as our science. As we grow, there is a natural path for this role to evolve into a Lead Engineer or Head of Engineering, with the opportunity to hire and manage a small team. Key Responsibilities Platform & Product: Drive the technical migration to Next.js and maintain our Shopify store. You'll be responsible for interpreting product requirements and building features from the database to the UI. Integrations & Migrations: Manage complex third-party vendor integrations and lead the migration of our affiliate and internal programs into the Shopify ecosystem. Infrastructure & Security: Maintain our GCP/Firebase environment. You will own CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and ensure our systems meet rigorous Infosec and data security standards. Technical Support: Collaborate with the customer support team to resolve technical issues and write the "playbooks" that automate and streamline support for the future. Qualifications 5+ Years of Experience: Proven track record in full-stack development, ideally within a startup or fast-paced environment. The Modern Web Stack: Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Next.js, and Node.js. Cloud Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Firebase. Security First: A deep-seated commitment to infosec hygiene and best practices for data security and secrets management. Full-Cycle Ownership: Ability to identify problems, architect solutions, and ship high-quality code independently. Communication: Exceptional written communication for documentation and cross-team collaboration. Nice to Haves Familiarity with compliance in regulated environments (HIPAA, CLIA, GDPR). Experience with Shopify development or telehealth system integrations. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, etc.) and error telemetry (Sentry). An eye for design and a focus on UX/UI best practices. Previous experience in a fully remote team or working with external freelancers. Benefits Meaningful Ownership: You are the primary engineer at a mission-driven startup; your code directly impacts women's health outcomes daily. Remote-First & Flexible: Work from anywhere in the UK. With full-time or 4-day-week options available. Equity Package: A meaningful stake in the company's future as an early-stage team member. Growth Path: Clear trajectory to lead the engineering team as we scale.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Engineer with 5+ years of professional experience in TypeScript, React, and Node.js who is ready to take full technical ownership of a high-impact HealthTech platform. At Juno Bio, we are on a mission to close the gender health gap by decoding the vaginal microbiome. We believe that better data leads to better care, and we are building the first-of-its-kind infrastructure to provide people with the personalized, science-backed insights they deserve. Join us to transform an area of healthcare that has been neglected for too long. The Role As a Senior Engineer, you will report directly to the CTO and own the technical stack end-to-end. This is an "individual contributor" role with massive leverage; you aren't just executing tickets, you are architecting the platform. You will lead the migration from a legacy React SPA to Next.js, own our Shopify ecommerce store, and ensure our infrastructure is as robust as our science. As we grow, there is a natural path for this role to evolve into a Lead Engineer or Head of Engineering, with the opportunity to hire and manage a small team. Key Responsibilities Platform & Product: Drive the technical migration to Next.js and maintain our Shopify store. You'll be responsible for interpreting product requirements and building features from the database to the UI. Integrations & Migrations: Manage complex third-party vendor integrations and lead the migration of our affiliate and internal programs into the Shopify ecosystem. Infrastructure & Security: Maintain our GCP/Firebase environment. You will own CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and ensure our systems meet rigorous Infosec and data security standards. Technical Support: Collaborate with the customer support team to resolve technical issues and write the "playbooks" that automate and streamline support for the future. Qualifications 5+ Years of Experience: Proven track record in full-stack development, ideally within a startup or fast-paced environment. The Modern Web Stack: Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Next.js, and Node.js. Cloud Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Firebase. Security First: A deep-seated commitment to infosec hygiene and best practices for data security and secrets management. Full-Cycle Ownership: Ability to identify problems, architect solutions, and ship high-quality code independently. Communication: Exceptional written communication for documentation and cross-team collaboration. Nice to Haves Familiarity with compliance in regulated environments (HIPAA, CLIA, GDPR). Experience with Shopify development or telehealth system integrations. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, etc.) and error telemetry (Sentry). An eye for design and a focus on UX/UI best practices. Previous experience in a fully remote team or working with external freelancers. Benefits Meaningful Ownership: You are the primary engineer at a mission-driven startup; your code directly impacts women's health outcomes daily. Remote-First & Flexible: Work from anywhere in the UK. With full-time or 4-day-week options available. Equity Package: A meaningful stake in the company's future as an early-stage team member. Growth Path: Clear trajectory to lead the engineering team as we scale.
The role is 20 hours per week, negotiable, working remotely but with frequent visits to the NCC Head Office in Portsmouth for training and assimilation into the Caseworking team. Working as part of the NCC Casework Team, the Triage Caseworker (Education) will be the first point of contact for beneficiaries seeking educational support through the Greenwich Hospital Go Learn - Free online tutoring for Naval families and the NCC University Bursary Programme. This role involves following the triage processes to assess the needs of the children to provide recommendations for tutoring/bursary support. Assessments may lead to referrals being made to the NCC for financial assistance for other child/family needs, advice, and support in the management of finances, and child specific needs Key Tasks and Responsibilities Caseworkers provide support and advice to eligible individuals in line with the policies of the Naval Children s Charity. They work closely with other organisations to ensure that children and families receive appropriate and prompt support. The role of Triage Caseworker (Education) is to assess the eligibility for support through the Greenwich Hospital Go Learn and The NCC University Bursary Programmes. Where additional child and family needs are identified, recommendations for appropriate assistance to the NCC Casework Team will be required. Caseworkers should be empathetic and non-judgmental. Caseworkers will receive induction training in the NCC s Beacon database, Microsoft forms and other tools necessary to the role. The role is subject to DBS checking. Go Learn - Free online tutoring for Naval families To act as the first point of contact for enquiries and applications from beneficiaries, providing a calm, supportive and professional welcome To complete an initial assessment of eligibility and, where necessary, further assessment through telephone calls and emails To use active listening and empathetic communication to build trust and ensure beneficiaries feel heard Provide appropriate information to the Go Learn providers to enable the family to receive appropriate support. Accurately record beneficiary information into Beacon, ensuring timely, detailed, and confidential case notes Log and track applications and progress of tutoring delivery Assess and evaluate outcomes from tutoring If necessary, refer the family to the NCC Triage team for additional support. Provide clear information about available support, signposting, or referrals Follow up with beneficiaries once support has been completed to ascertain impact Naval Children s Charity Candidate recruitment pack 7 University Bursary Programme: To act as the first point of contact for enquiries and applications from beneficiaries, providing a calm, supportive and professional welcome To complete an initial assessment of eligibility and, where necessary, further assessment through telephone calls and emails To use active listening and empathetic communication to build trust and ensure beneficiaries feel heard Provide appropriate information to the Aspire platform to enable the young person to receive the support Accurately record beneficiary information into Beacon, ensuring timely, detailed, and confidential case notes Log and track applications and progress of bursary delivery. Assess and evaluate outcomes from bursary. If necessary, refer the young person to the NCC Triage team for additional support. Provide clear information about available support, signposting, or referrals Follow up with beneficiaries once support has been completed to ascertain impact General duties: Ensure confidential handling of all information concerning beneficiaries in accordance with The Naval Children s Charity s confidentiality and data protection policies Keep thorough, confidential and systematic records of all matters concerning enquiries, applications, and grant awards in accordance with The Naval Children s Charity s data protection policies Regularly update personal training and skills Such other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time Essential Professional background in education with an understanding of additional needs Be able to demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence, and non-judgmental communication Evidenced knowledge and experience of charitable and financial support to beneficiary groups Strong communication, organisational and record keeping skills Ability to work unsupervisedDesirable Confident using IT including Microsoft Office; knowledge of grants or other CRM Experience of recording information into a CRM (training will be provided) Evidence of working effectively in co-operation with other charities and organisations Understanding of military life and the impact on serving personnel, veterans and their families Familiarity with the Royal Navy and the Service charity sector Naval Children s Charity Candidate recruitment pack 8 Personal qualities Adherence to NCC s values Integrity, honesty and professionalism at all times Able to treat all people with respect and dignity Willing to take responsibility for actions and remain accountable A team playerThe tasks listed in this job description are not designed to be exhaustive and may vary from time to time according to the needs of the Charity. This document will be reviewed in consultation with the post holder as the role and services provided by the organisation develop. The Naval Children s Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and associated professionals to share this commitment
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
The role is 20 hours per week, negotiable, working remotely but with frequent visits to the NCC Head Office in Portsmouth for training and assimilation into the Caseworking team. Working as part of the NCC Casework Team, the Triage Caseworker (Education) will be the first point of contact for beneficiaries seeking educational support through the Greenwich Hospital Go Learn - Free online tutoring for Naval families and the NCC University Bursary Programme. This role involves following the triage processes to assess the needs of the children to provide recommendations for tutoring/bursary support. Assessments may lead to referrals being made to the NCC for financial assistance for other child/family needs, advice, and support in the management of finances, and child specific needs Key Tasks and Responsibilities Caseworkers provide support and advice to eligible individuals in line with the policies of the Naval Children s Charity. They work closely with other organisations to ensure that children and families receive appropriate and prompt support. The role of Triage Caseworker (Education) is to assess the eligibility for support through the Greenwich Hospital Go Learn and The NCC University Bursary Programmes. Where additional child and family needs are identified, recommendations for appropriate assistance to the NCC Casework Team will be required. Caseworkers should be empathetic and non-judgmental. Caseworkers will receive induction training in the NCC s Beacon database, Microsoft forms and other tools necessary to the role. The role is subject to DBS checking. Go Learn - Free online tutoring for Naval families To act as the first point of contact for enquiries and applications from beneficiaries, providing a calm, supportive and professional welcome To complete an initial assessment of eligibility and, where necessary, further assessment through telephone calls and emails To use active listening and empathetic communication to build trust and ensure beneficiaries feel heard Provide appropriate information to the Go Learn providers to enable the family to receive appropriate support. Accurately record beneficiary information into Beacon, ensuring timely, detailed, and confidential case notes Log and track applications and progress of tutoring delivery Assess and evaluate outcomes from tutoring If necessary, refer the family to the NCC Triage team for additional support. Provide clear information about available support, signposting, or referrals Follow up with beneficiaries once support has been completed to ascertain impact Naval Children s Charity Candidate recruitment pack 7 University Bursary Programme: To act as the first point of contact for enquiries and applications from beneficiaries, providing a calm, supportive and professional welcome To complete an initial assessment of eligibility and, where necessary, further assessment through telephone calls and emails To use active listening and empathetic communication to build trust and ensure beneficiaries feel heard Provide appropriate information to the Aspire platform to enable the young person to receive the support Accurately record beneficiary information into Beacon, ensuring timely, detailed, and confidential case notes Log and track applications and progress of bursary delivery. Assess and evaluate outcomes from bursary. If necessary, refer the young person to the NCC Triage team for additional support. Provide clear information about available support, signposting, or referrals Follow up with beneficiaries once support has been completed to ascertain impact General duties: Ensure confidential handling of all information concerning beneficiaries in accordance with The Naval Children s Charity s confidentiality and data protection policies Keep thorough, confidential and systematic records of all matters concerning enquiries, applications, and grant awards in accordance with The Naval Children s Charity s data protection policies Regularly update personal training and skills Such other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time Essential Professional background in education with an understanding of additional needs Be able to demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence, and non-judgmental communication Evidenced knowledge and experience of charitable and financial support to beneficiary groups Strong communication, organisational and record keeping skills Ability to work unsupervisedDesirable Confident using IT including Microsoft Office; knowledge of grants or other CRM Experience of recording information into a CRM (training will be provided) Evidence of working effectively in co-operation with other charities and organisations Understanding of military life and the impact on serving personnel, veterans and their families Familiarity with the Royal Navy and the Service charity sector Naval Children s Charity Candidate recruitment pack 8 Personal qualities Adherence to NCC s values Integrity, honesty and professionalism at all times Able to treat all people with respect and dignity Willing to take responsibility for actions and remain accountable A team playerThe tasks listed in this job description are not designed to be exhaustive and may vary from time to time according to the needs of the Charity. This document will be reviewed in consultation with the post holder as the role and services provided by the organisation develop. The Naval Children s Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and associated professionals to share this commitment
Senior Communications Business Partner, Management Consulting Job Description About the opportunity As Senior Communications Business Partner for AFRY's Management Consulting segment, you'll turn segment strategy into clear, compelling communications that support demand generation and reputation across markets. You'll play a key role in shaping and coordinating communications for the segment, working closely with colleagues across marketing, leadership and sales. You will be a member of the Segment Leadership team for Management Consulting. What you'll do Develop and implement segment communications plans aligned to sales priorities, market dynamics and key client needs. Plan and execute multi channel campaigns (web, social, PR) that raise awareness of priority offerings and reference projects and generate qualified leads. Create and edit high quality content (web articles, social posts, case stories), ensuring tone, clarity and brand consistency across markets. Lead website content for the segment and coordinate with creative and digital teams to deliver assets and landing pages. Partner with the sales and marketing teams on account based marketing to design and plan CRM/marketing automation journeys in Dynamics 365 to support pipeline growth. Create internal communications that engage and inform MC colleagues around priorities, wins and ways of working. Provide enablement materials (decks, one pagers) and tailored media/social guidance where needed. Track performance and use insights and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine communications. Work independently and hands on, managing several initiatives in parallel across countries. You will also be a line manager to a communications business partner, working with you to ensure our management consulting services get the best visibility. The team around you You'll be part of the Global Divisional Communications team, collaborating across markets to deliver integrated, measurable campaigns that enable business growth and reflect AFRY's purpose. We are an international team located across Europe, but working closely together. Location & ways of working Hybrid. Can be located in any of our following offices: Germany Finland United Kingdom - Oxford International travel will be required for key meetings and events. Qualifications Who you are A proactive doer with experience translating strategy into actionable, audience relevant communications. Curious about the world and society, welcoming the chance to continuously learn new things. You have a track record in designing and executing multi channel marketing initiatives in a consulting business environment. 5+ years in B2B communications/marketing, comfortable working with international teams. Strong content skills (web, social, PR) and editorial judgement, equally at home in planning and execution. Working knowledge of Dynamics 365 (or similar CRM), web editing/analytics. Outstanding English (written and spoken). An additional language, such as German, Italian, Finnish, or Swedish, is welcome. Sector familiarity in energy, bioindustry or sustainability is an advantage. Knowledge of creative tools such as Adobe/Canva is an advantage. We know that talent and potential come in many forms. If you feel you have most of the experience listed and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. Company Description AFRY is a European leader in engineering, design, and advisory services, with a global reach. We accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society. We are 18,000 devoted experts in infrastructure, industry, energy and digitalization, creating sustainable solutions for generations to come. Making Future Additional Information Why AFRY? AFRY provides engineering, design, digital and advisory services. As part of AFRY, our 700 strong Management Consulting team combines deep sector specific expertise with strategic consulting and data driven market intelligence to turn ambition into actionable results and secure sustainable, competitive future. AFRY Management Consulting is the leading advisor for the transitions of the energy and bioindustry sectors, working globally to help clients navigate the profound shifts driven by decarbonisation, digitalisation, circularity and sustainability. Our shared principles - Results driven, Client Centric, Empowering and Accountable - guide us in how we work, grow and succeed together. By joining us, you'll be part of a team that combines deep sector expertise with a clear purpose: accelerating the transition to a sustainable and competitive economy. You'll collaborate with colleagues around the world, build stories that matter, and help us Make Future together. We strive to include all new employees to our work community from the first day at AFRY. We are brave, devoted team players, and we wish that you have the same mindset. All AFRY employees are supported with lunch, exercise, culture, wellness and commuting benefit. AFRY employees are insured by private accident insurance when working remotely and in spare time. Employees have the possibility to receive help with taking care of a sick child at home. The team player spirit strengthens also in hobby clubs, in which employees spend time together. Depending on the office location there are crossfit classes, golf clubs and board game clubs. Sustainability at AFRY Sustainability and creating sustainable solutions are at the core of AFRY's business strategy and all of our operations. By combining the latest technologies and the top expertise of our employees, we create sustainable business for our clients. Read more about sustainability at AFRY: Interested? You can ask for more detailed information from Head of Global Divisional Communications, Mia Brunila Send your application and CV with salary request by February 22nd 2026 and join our team full of experts! We will start interviews as applications arrive and will select suitable candidate when found. At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That's how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future. Apply information Position: Senior Communications Business Partner, Management Consulting Location: Oxford, Hamburg, Munich, Düsseldorf, Berlin, Vantaa
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Communications Business Partner, Management Consulting Job Description About the opportunity As Senior Communications Business Partner for AFRY's Management Consulting segment, you'll turn segment strategy into clear, compelling communications that support demand generation and reputation across markets. You'll play a key role in shaping and coordinating communications for the segment, working closely with colleagues across marketing, leadership and sales. You will be a member of the Segment Leadership team for Management Consulting. What you'll do Develop and implement segment communications plans aligned to sales priorities, market dynamics and key client needs. Plan and execute multi channel campaigns (web, social, PR) that raise awareness of priority offerings and reference projects and generate qualified leads. Create and edit high quality content (web articles, social posts, case stories), ensuring tone, clarity and brand consistency across markets. Lead website content for the segment and coordinate with creative and digital teams to deliver assets and landing pages. Partner with the sales and marketing teams on account based marketing to design and plan CRM/marketing automation journeys in Dynamics 365 to support pipeline growth. Create internal communications that engage and inform MC colleagues around priorities, wins and ways of working. Provide enablement materials (decks, one pagers) and tailored media/social guidance where needed. Track performance and use insights and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine communications. Work independently and hands on, managing several initiatives in parallel across countries. You will also be a line manager to a communications business partner, working with you to ensure our management consulting services get the best visibility. The team around you You'll be part of the Global Divisional Communications team, collaborating across markets to deliver integrated, measurable campaigns that enable business growth and reflect AFRY's purpose. We are an international team located across Europe, but working closely together. Location & ways of working Hybrid. Can be located in any of our following offices: Germany Finland United Kingdom - Oxford International travel will be required for key meetings and events. Qualifications Who you are A proactive doer with experience translating strategy into actionable, audience relevant communications. Curious about the world and society, welcoming the chance to continuously learn new things. You have a track record in designing and executing multi channel marketing initiatives in a consulting business environment. 5+ years in B2B communications/marketing, comfortable working with international teams. Strong content skills (web, social, PR) and editorial judgement, equally at home in planning and execution. Working knowledge of Dynamics 365 (or similar CRM), web editing/analytics. Outstanding English (written and spoken). An additional language, such as German, Italian, Finnish, or Swedish, is welcome. Sector familiarity in energy, bioindustry or sustainability is an advantage. Knowledge of creative tools such as Adobe/Canva is an advantage. We know that talent and potential come in many forms. If you feel you have most of the experience listed and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. Company Description AFRY is a European leader in engineering, design, and advisory services, with a global reach. We accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society. We are 18,000 devoted experts in infrastructure, industry, energy and digitalization, creating sustainable solutions for generations to come. Making Future Additional Information Why AFRY? AFRY provides engineering, design, digital and advisory services. As part of AFRY, our 700 strong Management Consulting team combines deep sector specific expertise with strategic consulting and data driven market intelligence to turn ambition into actionable results and secure sustainable, competitive future. AFRY Management Consulting is the leading advisor for the transitions of the energy and bioindustry sectors, working globally to help clients navigate the profound shifts driven by decarbonisation, digitalisation, circularity and sustainability. Our shared principles - Results driven, Client Centric, Empowering and Accountable - guide us in how we work, grow and succeed together. By joining us, you'll be part of a team that combines deep sector expertise with a clear purpose: accelerating the transition to a sustainable and competitive economy. You'll collaborate with colleagues around the world, build stories that matter, and help us Make Future together. We strive to include all new employees to our work community from the first day at AFRY. We are brave, devoted team players, and we wish that you have the same mindset. All AFRY employees are supported with lunch, exercise, culture, wellness and commuting benefit. AFRY employees are insured by private accident insurance when working remotely and in spare time. Employees have the possibility to receive help with taking care of a sick child at home. The team player spirit strengthens also in hobby clubs, in which employees spend time together. Depending on the office location there are crossfit classes, golf clubs and board game clubs. Sustainability at AFRY Sustainability and creating sustainable solutions are at the core of AFRY's business strategy and all of our operations. By combining the latest technologies and the top expertise of our employees, we create sustainable business for our clients. Read more about sustainability at AFRY: Interested? You can ask for more detailed information from Head of Global Divisional Communications, Mia Brunila Send your application and CV with salary request by February 22nd 2026 and join our team full of experts! We will start interviews as applications arrive and will select suitable candidate when found. At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That's how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future. Apply information Position: Senior Communications Business Partner, Management Consulting Location: Oxford, Hamburg, Munich, Düsseldorf, Berlin, Vantaa
Scottish Water Business Stream Limited
Edinburgh, Midlothian
We're looking for an experienced and forward thinking Information Security Manager to lead and evolve our company's information security programme. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for safeguarding our data, systems and services from ever changing cyber threats, ensuring they remain secure, compliant and resilient. You'll shape and implement our information security strategy, set governance standards, and drive secure by design principles across the business. Working closely with colleagues across IT, Change, HR, Procurement, Compliance and more, you'll balance security, risk, usability and cost to support Business Stream's strategic goals. From managing system vulnerabilities, incident response and risk assessments, to leading supplier security oversight and championing a strong culture of cyber awareness, you will be our subject matter expert and primary point of contact for all cybersecurity matters. This role also includes responsibility for operational partnerships, such as managed SOC, SIEM and threat management services, and ensuring we continue to mature our security posture in line with recognised frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST and CIS Controls. If you're a strategic thinker with willingness and ability to get hands on, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the organisation. What makes you just right for us? Essential skills, knowledge & experience You'll be a great fit if you bring: Experience in information security, including leading or owning an information security programme, domain or team. Strong understanding of industry frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001/2, CIS Controls, NIST CSF/, and established risk methodologies. Hands on experience across cloud and modern IT security, particularly Microsoft Azure, M365, Entra, Sentinel, Purview, endpoint security and vulnerability management. Proven capability in incident response, from detection through to lessons learned. Excellent ability to translate technical risk into clear business impact, coupled with confident stakeholder engagement and executive level reporting skills. Experience embedding security into change, conducting threat modelling, and steering secure design reviews. Solid understanding of regulatory requirements, including GDPR and other relevant industry regulations. Strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating clarity, influence and collaboration. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CEH or GIAC. Experience managing security certifications, third party risk programmes and assurance activities. Exposure to SIEM engineering, SOAR, IaC security (Terraform/Bicep), scripting for automation, and security tooling optimisation. Knowledge of the water industry or its regulatory landscape. Previous management experience - leading a team and/or managing vendors. What's in it for you? You'll be a key team player in one of the largest water retailers in the UK, with lots of benefits and the chance to grow your career. Salary up to £65,000 DOE plus bonus up to 20% 31 days annual leave and six bank holidays Subsidised staff restaurant and free gym membership Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work Why we're the right fit We're passionate about providing a great place to work, where our colleagues feel trusted, valued, supported and empowered, whatever their background or role. And we're committed to providing an inclusive workplace that welcomes and promotes diversity and provides equal opportunities for everyone. In everything we do, we're driven to make a positive difference, and always strive to do the right thing by our customers, our people, our local communities and the environment. Life at Business Stream is fast paced and exciting, where no two days are the same. Who we are Business Stream is one of the largest water retailers in the UK and a trusted service provider to over 300,000 business customers. With over 16 years' experience of operating in a competitive water market - longer than any other retailer - we're the chosen service provider for businesses and organisations ranging from small corner shops to large industrial estates. Headquartered in Edinburgh and employing around 350 people, we provide a range of services including metering and billing, water efficiency support and, water and waste water management solutions. How to make this job all yours We're looking to welcome exceptional people into our fantastic, high performing team so if you think this job is for you, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page, and send us a copy of your CV. The closing date for applications is Friday 20 February at 5pm. A Disability Confident Committed Employer If you consider yourself to have a disability, we encourage you to disclose that as part of your application. That means we can provide the necessary support and use your unique talents effectively.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an experienced and forward thinking Information Security Manager to lead and evolve our company's information security programme. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for safeguarding our data, systems and services from ever changing cyber threats, ensuring they remain secure, compliant and resilient. You'll shape and implement our information security strategy, set governance standards, and drive secure by design principles across the business. Working closely with colleagues across IT, Change, HR, Procurement, Compliance and more, you'll balance security, risk, usability and cost to support Business Stream's strategic goals. From managing system vulnerabilities, incident response and risk assessments, to leading supplier security oversight and championing a strong culture of cyber awareness, you will be our subject matter expert and primary point of contact for all cybersecurity matters. This role also includes responsibility for operational partnerships, such as managed SOC, SIEM and threat management services, and ensuring we continue to mature our security posture in line with recognised frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST and CIS Controls. If you're a strategic thinker with willingness and ability to get hands on, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the organisation. What makes you just right for us? Essential skills, knowledge & experience You'll be a great fit if you bring: Experience in information security, including leading or owning an information security programme, domain or team. Strong understanding of industry frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001/2, CIS Controls, NIST CSF/, and established risk methodologies. Hands on experience across cloud and modern IT security, particularly Microsoft Azure, M365, Entra, Sentinel, Purview, endpoint security and vulnerability management. Proven capability in incident response, from detection through to lessons learned. Excellent ability to translate technical risk into clear business impact, coupled with confident stakeholder engagement and executive level reporting skills. Experience embedding security into change, conducting threat modelling, and steering secure design reviews. Solid understanding of regulatory requirements, including GDPR and other relevant industry regulations. Strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating clarity, influence and collaboration. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CEH or GIAC. Experience managing security certifications, third party risk programmes and assurance activities. Exposure to SIEM engineering, SOAR, IaC security (Terraform/Bicep), scripting for automation, and security tooling optimisation. Knowledge of the water industry or its regulatory landscape. Previous management experience - leading a team and/or managing vendors. What's in it for you? You'll be a key team player in one of the largest water retailers in the UK, with lots of benefits and the chance to grow your career. Salary up to £65,000 DOE plus bonus up to 20% 31 days annual leave and six bank holidays Subsidised staff restaurant and free gym membership Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work Why we're the right fit We're passionate about providing a great place to work, where our colleagues feel trusted, valued, supported and empowered, whatever their background or role. And we're committed to providing an inclusive workplace that welcomes and promotes diversity and provides equal opportunities for everyone. In everything we do, we're driven to make a positive difference, and always strive to do the right thing by our customers, our people, our local communities and the environment. Life at Business Stream is fast paced and exciting, where no two days are the same. Who we are Business Stream is one of the largest water retailers in the UK and a trusted service provider to over 300,000 business customers. With over 16 years' experience of operating in a competitive water market - longer than any other retailer - we're the chosen service provider for businesses and organisations ranging from small corner shops to large industrial estates. Headquartered in Edinburgh and employing around 350 people, we provide a range of services including metering and billing, water efficiency support and, water and waste water management solutions. How to make this job all yours We're looking to welcome exceptional people into our fantastic, high performing team so if you think this job is for you, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page, and send us a copy of your CV. The closing date for applications is Friday 20 February at 5pm. A Disability Confident Committed Employer If you consider yourself to have a disability, we encourage you to disclose that as part of your application. That means we can provide the necessary support and use your unique talents effectively.
Step into Magnet as a Store Manager Are you ready to step into the spotlight and lead with passion and purpose? At Magnet, we're looking for ambitious Store Managers who are driven to inspire both their teams and their customers. What's in it for you? You will earn a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 (Base £35,000, with uncapped on-target earnings of c£45,000) Monthly car allowance Full design and sales training from day one through our Magnet Learner Journey Up to 80 % colleague discount on our furniture (dream kitchen, anyone?) Holiday Purchase Scheme (buy up to 5 extra days holiday) Cycle to Work scheme Virtual GP access and 24/7 Employee Assistance Platform Discounts with over 200 high street brands Refer a Friend rewards Internal development programmes to help you grow your career with us What's Involved? As a Store Manager, you'll be centre stage in one of our stunning, purpose-built showrooms, helping customers bring their dream kitchens to life while building a team that's motivated to succeed together. Our store managers come from all walks of life, and that's what makes us unique. No kitchen industry experience? No problem! We're looking for that perfect blend of creativity, leadership, and a solid sales background - ideally with retail management experience. So, If you're someone who can energise a team, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and drive growth, you'll fit right in. In this role, you'll have the freedom to lead our Reading Showroom like it's your own business, ensuring our customers enjoy outstanding service from start to finish. From boosting performance to driving sales, you'll play a pivotal role in our success story. And we're dedicated to investing in you- with training designed to accelerate your leadership skills and develop your design expertise, we'll set you up for a rewarding career journey. After all, many of our leaders began their paths in roles just like this, so it's no surprise our Store Managers stay with us on average over 9 years! What you'll be doing Create your recipe for success: You'll drive a positive and collaborative environment that inspires your team to thrive. Lead the way: By achieving sales targets and delivering outstanding customer service, you'll play a key role in upholding the 5-star experience we're known for. Build lasting connections: You'll forge strong, meaningful relationships with your team and regional partners, driving growth and shared success. Embrace your entrepreneurial side: You'll stay ahead of market trends and seize every opportunity to expand and elevate your showroom. Who we are looking for We're looking for a passionate leader who thrives in a sales environment and embodies our values: Care, Inspire, Deliver. Someone who's ready to bring the heat and lead with heart. Here's what you'll need to succeed: Previous experience in the retail industry leading a team. A proven track record in sales with exceptional customer service skills. Strong leadership abilities to guide a team that's motivated and empowered. A creative mindset and the flexibility to mix things up with varied working hours. A full driving license and access to a vehicle. About Magnet At Magnet, we've been at the heart of British homes for over 100 years. With award winning designs and UK-based manufacturing, we're proud to be the UK's number one specialist kitchen provider. We're now moving into a new phase of growth, with a clear vision and the freedom to evolve at pace. Through it all, our people remain our biggest strength-bringing creativity, pride, and passion to everything we do. As we continue to transform and grow, we welcome fresh thinking, so even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. You'll thrive in this role by living and breathing Magnet's core values- Care, Deliver, Inspire. Find out more at: Magnet Careers - Nobia We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process please make us aware.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Step into Magnet as a Store Manager Are you ready to step into the spotlight and lead with passion and purpose? At Magnet, we're looking for ambitious Store Managers who are driven to inspire both their teams and their customers. What's in it for you? You will earn a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 (Base £35,000, with uncapped on-target earnings of c£45,000) Monthly car allowance Full design and sales training from day one through our Magnet Learner Journey Up to 80 % colleague discount on our furniture (dream kitchen, anyone?) Holiday Purchase Scheme (buy up to 5 extra days holiday) Cycle to Work scheme Virtual GP access and 24/7 Employee Assistance Platform Discounts with over 200 high street brands Refer a Friend rewards Internal development programmes to help you grow your career with us What's Involved? As a Store Manager, you'll be centre stage in one of our stunning, purpose-built showrooms, helping customers bring their dream kitchens to life while building a team that's motivated to succeed together. Our store managers come from all walks of life, and that's what makes us unique. No kitchen industry experience? No problem! We're looking for that perfect blend of creativity, leadership, and a solid sales background - ideally with retail management experience. So, If you're someone who can energise a team, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and drive growth, you'll fit right in. In this role, you'll have the freedom to lead our Reading Showroom like it's your own business, ensuring our customers enjoy outstanding service from start to finish. From boosting performance to driving sales, you'll play a pivotal role in our success story. And we're dedicated to investing in you- with training designed to accelerate your leadership skills and develop your design expertise, we'll set you up for a rewarding career journey. After all, many of our leaders began their paths in roles just like this, so it's no surprise our Store Managers stay with us on average over 9 years! What you'll be doing Create your recipe for success: You'll drive a positive and collaborative environment that inspires your team to thrive. Lead the way: By achieving sales targets and delivering outstanding customer service, you'll play a key role in upholding the 5-star experience we're known for. Build lasting connections: You'll forge strong, meaningful relationships with your team and regional partners, driving growth and shared success. Embrace your entrepreneurial side: You'll stay ahead of market trends and seize every opportunity to expand and elevate your showroom. Who we are looking for We're looking for a passionate leader who thrives in a sales environment and embodies our values: Care, Inspire, Deliver. Someone who's ready to bring the heat and lead with heart. Here's what you'll need to succeed: Previous experience in the retail industry leading a team. A proven track record in sales with exceptional customer service skills. Strong leadership abilities to guide a team that's motivated and empowered. A creative mindset and the flexibility to mix things up with varied working hours. A full driving license and access to a vehicle. About Magnet At Magnet, we've been at the heart of British homes for over 100 years. With award winning designs and UK-based manufacturing, we're proud to be the UK's number one specialist kitchen provider. We're now moving into a new phase of growth, with a clear vision and the freedom to evolve at pace. Through it all, our people remain our biggest strength-bringing creativity, pride, and passion to everything we do. As we continue to transform and grow, we welcome fresh thinking, so even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. You'll thrive in this role by living and breathing Magnet's core values- Care, Deliver, Inspire. Find out more at: Magnet Careers - Nobia We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process please make us aware.
Citizens UK Citizens UK is the UK s biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems. Purpose The Head of People & Culture ensures that Citizens UK has the people, organisational capacity and enabling culture required to deliver its mission of building people power and strengthening civil society. The role plays a central part in securing a workforce that is capable, motivated and aligned with Citizens UK s values, enabling the organisation to build strong alliances, support local leadership and achieve lasting social change. Working as part of the senior leadership team, and under the direction of the Executive Director, Finance & Operations, the role strengthens organisational effectiveness by embedding fair, inclusive and well-governed people practices. Through sound employment frameworks, statutory compliance and a culture that supports engagement, performance and wellbeing, the Head of People & Culture safeguards Citizens UK s resilience, reputation and ability to deliver impact at scale. Main Responsibilities Working as the Head of People & Culture for Citizens UK, reporting to the Executive Director, Finance & Operations, your main responsibilities will include: People & Culture Strategy Ensure Citizens UK has the people, capability and organisational shape required to deliver its mission and sustain impact over time. Analyse organisational strategy, change priorities and external context to identify their implications for people, capability, structure and ways of working. Carry out workforce planning to assess current and future capacity and capability, identifying gaps, risks and realistic options to address them. Develop, maintain and refresh the People & Culture strategy so it responds directly to organisational needs and provides clear priorities for action. Provide expert people and culture advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Board, informing strategic discussions, trade-offs and decisions. Talent Management Develop and implement talent management processes that ensure Citizens UK attracts, retains and sustains the people needed to deliver its work. Lead recruitment, selection and onboarding to bring in people who can perform effectively in their roles and are aligned with Citizens UK s values. Develop and maintain retention approaches focused on the key drivers of retention, including meaningful work, effective management, development opportunities, wellbeing, inclusion and fair treatment. Identify critical roles and critical talent and put in place practical succession and risk-mitigation plans, including knowledge transfer, handover planning and interim cover where needed. Monitor employee experience across the employment lifecycle, using insight from feedback and people data to improve people practices and ways of working. Performance, Leadership & Capability Strengthen organisational effectiveness by enabling teams to perform well, grow in capability and contribute consistently to shared goals. Maintain and operate performance management processes, including objective setting, regular feedback and reviews, ensuring that staff are clear on expectations and accountable for results. Support managers to address performance issues constructively by clarifying expectations, strengthening feedback, building capability and resolving barriers to effective performance. Coordinate and deliver learning and development activity that supports managers and staff to build skills, leadership capability and confidence in their roles. Organisational Culture, Engagement & Wellbeing Foster a working environment where people feel engaged, supported and able to do their best work together. Promote Citizens UK s values in everyday people practices, supporting managers to translate values into consistent behaviours, decision-making and ways of working. Design and operate staff engagement and feedback mechanisms, ensuring staff voice is heard, themes are analysed, and practical actions are taken in response. Develop and maintain wellbeing approaches that support psychological safety, healthy workload management, early resolution of concerns and sustainable working practices. Support constructive relationships with the Trade Union and enable effective consultation and dialogue on people-related matters. EDI & Safeguarding Ensure Citizens UK is equitable, inclusive and safe for all by embedding fairness, care and accountability into how the organisation operates. Develop and implement Equity, Diversity and Inclusion priorities, using clear measures to monitor progress, identify gaps and support accountability across the organisation. Embed EDI considerations into recruitment, progression, policy development and everyday people decisions, working closely with relevant colleagues to ensure consistency in practice. Act as the People & Culture lead for safeguarding, ensuring responsibilities are clear, processes are understood, and concerns are handled appropriately, sensitively and in line with agreed procedures. Support managers and leaders to recognise and address inclusion or safeguarding issues early, escalating concerns where required and ensuring appropriate follow-up. Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure Citizens UK has a clear, effective and trusted people governance framework that supports lawful decision-making, fair treatment and organisational confidence. Develop, review and maintain People & Culture policies and procedures, ensuring they are legally compliant, values-aligned and understood by managers and staff. Provide day-to-day advice and guidance on people-related risk and compliance, identifying emerging issues early and supporting proportionate, lawful responses. Manage disciplinary, grievance and other formal employment processes, ensuring fairness, consistency, appropriate documentation and timely resolution. Systems & HR Operations Ensure the efficient, reliable and compliant administration of people processes and systems. Operate and maintain HR systems, payroll processes and core people administration, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and compliance with organisational and legal requirements. Review and improve people processes to reduce duplication, minimise manual work and improve efficiency, making best use of available technology and automation. Maintain accurate and up-to-date people records and data, ensuring information is accessible, secure and fit for reporting, audit and operational needs. Functional Leadership & Resource Management Build and manage CUK s People & Culture function, ensuring that staff and resources contribute effectively to achievement of CUK s mission. Plan, prioritise and sequence People & Culture work to ensure available capacity is focused on the organisation s most important people risks and priorities. Manage the People & Culture budget, including payroll, monitoring spend and applying value-for-money principles in line with organisational policies. Manage People & Culture staff and outsourced service providers utilising an engaging leadership style to support effective delivery of expectations. Personal Specification (D) Desirable, (E) Essential Qualifications (E) CIPD qualification (Level 7) or equivalent senior-level professional experience in People / HR leadership (D) Degree or equivalent qualification in human resources, organisational development, management or a related field Experience (E) Significant experience in a senior People / HR role, ideally within a charity, not-for-profit or values-driven organisation (E) Experience of leading and delivering people and culture priorities in complex, mission-led organisations (E) Experience of advising Executive and Board-level stakeholders on people, culture, governance and risk matters (E) Experience of operating as a senior, hands-on HR generalist, covering strategy, policy, employee relations and operational delivery (E) Experience of workforce planning, recruitment, performance management and organisational change (D) Experience of working with trade unions or staff representative bodies Key skills and knowledge (E) Strong generalist HR expertise across employment law, compliance, safeguarding, performance management and people governance (E) Proven ability to design and implement practical people processes that support performance, inclusion and wellbeing (E) Strong coaching capability, with the ability to support managers to address performance, capability and behavioural issues constructively (E) Ability to manage complex employee relations matters with judgement, fairness and confidence (E) Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present clear advice and recommendations to senior leaders and boards (D) Knowledge of HR systems . click apply for full job details
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Citizens UK Citizens UK is the UK s biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems. Purpose The Head of People & Culture ensures that Citizens UK has the people, organisational capacity and enabling culture required to deliver its mission of building people power and strengthening civil society. The role plays a central part in securing a workforce that is capable, motivated and aligned with Citizens UK s values, enabling the organisation to build strong alliances, support local leadership and achieve lasting social change. Working as part of the senior leadership team, and under the direction of the Executive Director, Finance & Operations, the role strengthens organisational effectiveness by embedding fair, inclusive and well-governed people practices. Through sound employment frameworks, statutory compliance and a culture that supports engagement, performance and wellbeing, the Head of People & Culture safeguards Citizens UK s resilience, reputation and ability to deliver impact at scale. Main Responsibilities Working as the Head of People & Culture for Citizens UK, reporting to the Executive Director, Finance & Operations, your main responsibilities will include: People & Culture Strategy Ensure Citizens UK has the people, capability and organisational shape required to deliver its mission and sustain impact over time. Analyse organisational strategy, change priorities and external context to identify their implications for people, capability, structure and ways of working. Carry out workforce planning to assess current and future capacity and capability, identifying gaps, risks and realistic options to address them. Develop, maintain and refresh the People & Culture strategy so it responds directly to organisational needs and provides clear priorities for action. Provide expert people and culture advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Board, informing strategic discussions, trade-offs and decisions. Talent Management Develop and implement talent management processes that ensure Citizens UK attracts, retains and sustains the people needed to deliver its work. Lead recruitment, selection and onboarding to bring in people who can perform effectively in their roles and are aligned with Citizens UK s values. Develop and maintain retention approaches focused on the key drivers of retention, including meaningful work, effective management, development opportunities, wellbeing, inclusion and fair treatment. Identify critical roles and critical talent and put in place practical succession and risk-mitigation plans, including knowledge transfer, handover planning and interim cover where needed. Monitor employee experience across the employment lifecycle, using insight from feedback and people data to improve people practices and ways of working. Performance, Leadership & Capability Strengthen organisational effectiveness by enabling teams to perform well, grow in capability and contribute consistently to shared goals. Maintain and operate performance management processes, including objective setting, regular feedback and reviews, ensuring that staff are clear on expectations and accountable for results. Support managers to address performance issues constructively by clarifying expectations, strengthening feedback, building capability and resolving barriers to effective performance. Coordinate and deliver learning and development activity that supports managers and staff to build skills, leadership capability and confidence in their roles. Organisational Culture, Engagement & Wellbeing Foster a working environment where people feel engaged, supported and able to do their best work together. Promote Citizens UK s values in everyday people practices, supporting managers to translate values into consistent behaviours, decision-making and ways of working. Design and operate staff engagement and feedback mechanisms, ensuring staff voice is heard, themes are analysed, and practical actions are taken in response. Develop and maintain wellbeing approaches that support psychological safety, healthy workload management, early resolution of concerns and sustainable working practices. Support constructive relationships with the Trade Union and enable effective consultation and dialogue on people-related matters. EDI & Safeguarding Ensure Citizens UK is equitable, inclusive and safe for all by embedding fairness, care and accountability into how the organisation operates. Develop and implement Equity, Diversity and Inclusion priorities, using clear measures to monitor progress, identify gaps and support accountability across the organisation. Embed EDI considerations into recruitment, progression, policy development and everyday people decisions, working closely with relevant colleagues to ensure consistency in practice. Act as the People & Culture lead for safeguarding, ensuring responsibilities are clear, processes are understood, and concerns are handled appropriately, sensitively and in line with agreed procedures. Support managers and leaders to recognise and address inclusion or safeguarding issues early, escalating concerns where required and ensuring appropriate follow-up. Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure Citizens UK has a clear, effective and trusted people governance framework that supports lawful decision-making, fair treatment and organisational confidence. Develop, review and maintain People & Culture policies and procedures, ensuring they are legally compliant, values-aligned and understood by managers and staff. Provide day-to-day advice and guidance on people-related risk and compliance, identifying emerging issues early and supporting proportionate, lawful responses. Manage disciplinary, grievance and other formal employment processes, ensuring fairness, consistency, appropriate documentation and timely resolution. Systems & HR Operations Ensure the efficient, reliable and compliant administration of people processes and systems. Operate and maintain HR systems, payroll processes and core people administration, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and compliance with organisational and legal requirements. Review and improve people processes to reduce duplication, minimise manual work and improve efficiency, making best use of available technology and automation. Maintain accurate and up-to-date people records and data, ensuring information is accessible, secure and fit for reporting, audit and operational needs. Functional Leadership & Resource Management Build and manage CUK s People & Culture function, ensuring that staff and resources contribute effectively to achievement of CUK s mission. Plan, prioritise and sequence People & Culture work to ensure available capacity is focused on the organisation s most important people risks and priorities. Manage the People & Culture budget, including payroll, monitoring spend and applying value-for-money principles in line with organisational policies. Manage People & Culture staff and outsourced service providers utilising an engaging leadership style to support effective delivery of expectations. Personal Specification (D) Desirable, (E) Essential Qualifications (E) CIPD qualification (Level 7) or equivalent senior-level professional experience in People / HR leadership (D) Degree or equivalent qualification in human resources, organisational development, management or a related field Experience (E) Significant experience in a senior People / HR role, ideally within a charity, not-for-profit or values-driven organisation (E) Experience of leading and delivering people and culture priorities in complex, mission-led organisations (E) Experience of advising Executive and Board-level stakeholders on people, culture, governance and risk matters (E) Experience of operating as a senior, hands-on HR generalist, covering strategy, policy, employee relations and operational delivery (E) Experience of workforce planning, recruitment, performance management and organisational change (D) Experience of working with trade unions or staff representative bodies Key skills and knowledge (E) Strong generalist HR expertise across employment law, compliance, safeguarding, performance management and people governance (E) Proven ability to design and implement practical people processes that support performance, inclusion and wellbeing (E) Strong coaching capability, with the ability to support managers to address performance, capability and behavioural issues constructively (E) Ability to manage complex employee relations matters with judgement, fairness and confidence (E) Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present clear advice and recommendations to senior leaders and boards (D) Knowledge of HR systems . click apply for full job details
Head of Care Twyford House is a purpose-built 70 bed care home facility located in charming town of Alsager, near Stoke-on-Trent. Designed to offer the very best in comfort, safety, and care, Twyford House supports residents with a wide range of care needs, including residential, nursing and residential dementia care click apply for full job details
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Care Twyford House is a purpose-built 70 bed care home facility located in charming town of Alsager, near Stoke-on-Trent. Designed to offer the very best in comfort, safety, and care, Twyford House supports residents with a wide range of care needs, including residential, nursing and residential dementia care click apply for full job details
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Assistant Facilities Manager About JLL We're JLL. We're a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying, and investing in real estate.If you're looking to step up your career, JLL is the perfect professional home. At JLL, you'll have a chance to innovate with the world's leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You'll also make long-lasting professional connections through sharing different perspectives, and you'll be inspired by the best. We're focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Achieve your ambitions - join us at JLL!Our goal is to provide enhanced workplace experiences that will be long remembered by our clients. In this role you will be a part of delivering a best-in-class experience for our client's personnel, customers, and guests in a connected workspace which promotes a culture of inclusion and safety. With a focus on creating an environment that enhances productivity, collaboration, and well-being, you'll have the opportunity to create exceptional workplace experiences and drive client's colleague satisfaction and engagement to create opportunities for everyone to flourish. What this job involves: A multi-disciplinary Assistant Facilities Manager role responsible for the delivery of contracted services within a large London site for a global, financial services client. Range of intervention may include operational activities in accounting, finance, maintenance, operations, vendor oversight, purchasing of material, equipment and supplies, and occupancy services.The Assistant Facilities Manager will be responsible for delivering an exceptional client service, having oversight of all contracted workspace services and working collaboratively with specialist department heads. They will ensure the timely and conscientious management of tasks, ensuring the building readiness. They will act as an ambassador of the JLL team, representing our JLL values in front of the client and wider stakeholders. Role and Responsibilities: Building Readiness Overall responsibility for the readiness of the building for the working day. Proactively identifying issues and working with the responsible operations teams (e.g. engineering, cleaning, mail) to manage them through to completion. The primary task for achieving this is by conducting floor walks. All floors should be walked at least weekly, with high profile floors walked daily. Any items found to be requiring attention will be logged in the work planning tool (Corrigo) and proactively managed to an efficient close. Any issues preventing efficient closure should be escalated through line management before impacting the colleague experience. Proactivity will be measured using the proactive Work Order dashboard. Responsible for the overall operations standards and as such will work in partnership with their colleagues and vendor partners to ensure work is delivered in a timely manner and to a high standard. Responsible for all signage seeking assistance from the wider team to design and position, but the suite of templates is their responsibility to maintain. Proactively review occupancy data throughout the day to identify areas that may require more attention to ensure ongoing readiness throughout the day. Support engineering with communicating any impacts of scheduled or unplanned works to the client and client's colleagues. This might be via the WorkPlace team but it is the responsibility of this role to ensure the communication is done. Identify any service need peaks (e.g. analysing building occupation or WO load), on a daily / weekly / monthly basis and act upon to ensure a smooth service delivery. Implement and monitor disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Experience focus and Team Work Supporting the Facilities Management team with preparations for events and any other requirements to enhance the workspace experience. Create a culture of personal accountability and ownership where the team provides a personal service and follows up as necessary. Represent one JLL at all project meetings, communicating plans back to the wider team and bringing in colleague SMEs when required. Run the daily brief, drawing out information from colleagues to ensure a one team attitude and approach. Communicate between teams and stakeholders, proactively sharing information and confirming actions. This includes not only your direct reports but also the JLL wider team incl. regional SMEs, the Client, Landlords, JLL partners, and others. Develop key stakeholder relationships for strategic planning, change management and communication at senior level (as opposed to day-to-day comms with general client's workforce which is managed by the Workplace Ambassadors). Coordination and communication of delivery for special requests requiring input from other teams (e.g. OoH working requests). Support the one JLL team with response and resolution of all incidents. Work with transformation team (including BI&T) to deliver projects and feedback on pilots. Proactively manage the IT relationship, supporting where required and overseeing IT issues that are impacting colleague experience, escalating where necessary. Management of supply partners, including formal governance and compliance. Working with them to bring innovation to the Account Management and client teams. Manage the JLL workspace team areas, ensuring they represent the best of our offering and are a good reflection of our JLL brand. Compliance Own the overall site performance metrics. Work with colleagues and vendor partners to proactively manage completion of all work load within SLAs and KPIs (not just the tasks directly responsible for). Be safer together - carry out assigned audits and inspections in a timely manner and work with colleagues to close out any actions. Ensure own training is up to date and support colleagues in ensuring all client governance requirements are up to date for all departments. Ensure finance processes are adhered to and tasks are completed in a timely manner. Review, interrogate and approve/decline ECAP requests prior to senior level approval. Ensure information on ECAP is adequate for senior review. Complete formal floor inspections in line with schedule. Support the security team with the recertification procedure for their key card management process. Ensure a safe and compliant building, for example reporting good catches and managing actions through to completion on CMO. Responsible for completion of any incident / accident investigations. Data / Administration Oversight for the collation and upkeep of all files and data that relate to the workplace. Contribute to formal reporting (SOR) by providing data and associated insights with recommendations to improve service. Be data insight champions, use data to make informed decisions and take knowledgeable action around the sit, be able to back up action and decisions with data. Ensure Corrigo data is accurate and up to date. Ensure all work orders are managed proactively, support operational colleagues to chase timely completion of
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Assistant Facilities Manager About JLL We're JLL. We're a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying, and investing in real estate.If you're looking to step up your career, JLL is the perfect professional home. At JLL, you'll have a chance to innovate with the world's leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You'll also make long-lasting professional connections through sharing different perspectives, and you'll be inspired by the best. We're focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Achieve your ambitions - join us at JLL!Our goal is to provide enhanced workplace experiences that will be long remembered by our clients. In this role you will be a part of delivering a best-in-class experience for our client's personnel, customers, and guests in a connected workspace which promotes a culture of inclusion and safety. With a focus on creating an environment that enhances productivity, collaboration, and well-being, you'll have the opportunity to create exceptional workplace experiences and drive client's colleague satisfaction and engagement to create opportunities for everyone to flourish. What this job involves: A multi-disciplinary Assistant Facilities Manager role responsible for the delivery of contracted services within a large London site for a global, financial services client. Range of intervention may include operational activities in accounting, finance, maintenance, operations, vendor oversight, purchasing of material, equipment and supplies, and occupancy services.The Assistant Facilities Manager will be responsible for delivering an exceptional client service, having oversight of all contracted workspace services and working collaboratively with specialist department heads. They will ensure the timely and conscientious management of tasks, ensuring the building readiness. They will act as an ambassador of the JLL team, representing our JLL values in front of the client and wider stakeholders. Role and Responsibilities: Building Readiness Overall responsibility for the readiness of the building for the working day. Proactively identifying issues and working with the responsible operations teams (e.g. engineering, cleaning, mail) to manage them through to completion. The primary task for achieving this is by conducting floor walks. All floors should be walked at least weekly, with high profile floors walked daily. Any items found to be requiring attention will be logged in the work planning tool (Corrigo) and proactively managed to an efficient close. Any issues preventing efficient closure should be escalated through line management before impacting the colleague experience. Proactivity will be measured using the proactive Work Order dashboard. Responsible for the overall operations standards and as such will work in partnership with their colleagues and vendor partners to ensure work is delivered in a timely manner and to a high standard. Responsible for all signage seeking assistance from the wider team to design and position, but the suite of templates is their responsibility to maintain. Proactively review occupancy data throughout the day to identify areas that may require more attention to ensure ongoing readiness throughout the day. Support engineering with communicating any impacts of scheduled or unplanned works to the client and client's colleagues. This might be via the WorkPlace team but it is the responsibility of this role to ensure the communication is done. Identify any service need peaks (e.g. analysing building occupation or WO load), on a daily / weekly / monthly basis and act upon to ensure a smooth service delivery. Implement and monitor disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Experience focus and Team Work Supporting the Facilities Management team with preparations for events and any other requirements to enhance the workspace experience. Create a culture of personal accountability and ownership where the team provides a personal service and follows up as necessary. Represent one JLL at all project meetings, communicating plans back to the wider team and bringing in colleague SMEs when required. Run the daily brief, drawing out information from colleagues to ensure a one team attitude and approach. Communicate between teams and stakeholders, proactively sharing information and confirming actions. This includes not only your direct reports but also the JLL wider team incl. regional SMEs, the Client, Landlords, JLL partners, and others. Develop key stakeholder relationships for strategic planning, change management and communication at senior level (as opposed to day-to-day comms with general client's workforce which is managed by the Workplace Ambassadors). Coordination and communication of delivery for special requests requiring input from other teams (e.g. OoH working requests). Support the one JLL team with response and resolution of all incidents. Work with transformation team (including BI&T) to deliver projects and feedback on pilots. Proactively manage the IT relationship, supporting where required and overseeing IT issues that are impacting colleague experience, escalating where necessary. Management of supply partners, including formal governance and compliance. Working with them to bring innovation to the Account Management and client teams. Manage the JLL workspace team areas, ensuring they represent the best of our offering and are a good reflection of our JLL brand. Compliance Own the overall site performance metrics. Work with colleagues and vendor partners to proactively manage completion of all work load within SLAs and KPIs (not just the tasks directly responsible for). Be safer together - carry out assigned audits and inspections in a timely manner and work with colleagues to close out any actions. Ensure own training is up to date and support colleagues in ensuring all client governance requirements are up to date for all departments. Ensure finance processes are adhered to and tasks are completed in a timely manner. Review, interrogate and approve/decline ECAP requests prior to senior level approval. Ensure information on ECAP is adequate for senior review. Complete formal floor inspections in line with schedule. Support the security team with the recertification procedure for their key card management process. Ensure a safe and compliant building, for example reporting good catches and managing actions through to completion on CMO. Responsible for completion of any incident / accident investigations. Data / Administration Oversight for the collation and upkeep of all files and data that relate to the workplace. Contribute to formal reporting (SOR) by providing data and associated insights with recommendations to improve service. Be data insight champions, use data to make informed decisions and take knowledgeable action around the sit, be able to back up action and decisions with data. Ensure Corrigo data is accurate and up to date. Ensure all work orders are managed proactively, support operational colleagues to chase timely completion of
