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Principal Historic Environment Consultant Permanent, Full Time up to £53,822 per annum Location: Chelmsford Working Style: Anywhere worker Closing Date: 15 December 2025 You will work from the Chelmsford office at least one day a week and across our operational area on other days, depending on business need. Place Services is a multi-disciplinary consultancy within Essex County Council (ECC) providing environmental and planning services to the Council, local authorities and other public bodies. The purpose of the Principal Historic Environment Consultant is to lead on all historic environment matters, ensuring the effective operational and commercial management of our Historic Environment specialism. The Principal Historic Environment Consultant is accountable for the operational delivery and commercial development of our historic environment services, leading a team providing specialist planning advice, heritage assessment and historic area appraisals and field survey and Historic Environment Record (HER) management, as well as leading multi-disciplinary projects, across Essex and England. The role requires a qualified, highly experienced and authoritative subject matter expert with advanced technical expertise, practical knowledge, understanding and experience of historic environment issues and relevant legislation, policy and principles, strong business development, information and financial management with good communication skills, experience managing a team, and the ability to build secure client relationships. Accountabilities Accountable for the operational delivery and commercial development of ECC's traded historic environment services, leading the effective, efficient and profitable delivery of expert historic environment advice and technical support to ensure the financial viability and performance of Place Services' Historic Environment specialism, through a commitment to achieve sustainable development, environmental protection, and profitable revenue. Accountable for the effective delivery of advice in relation to historic environment matters, including: managing a demanding case load of the most complex and development management/consent consultations at all stages of the planning process (pre-application, application and post consent); attendance at hearings, EIPs and public inquiries; evaluating and carrying out heritage assessments (DBA, HIA, EIA), of any size and complexity and in challenging scenarios; managing large-scale and complex historic environment records and data projects; designing and undertaking a range of complex surveys, including development of new tools and techniques; and management and monitoring of complex contracts, and projects with multiple stakeholders, against approved budgets, specifications and indicators. Responsible for the generation of new business for Place Services, seeking out new sales and client accounts, and working collaboratively to promote our services, tendering on high value opportunities to expand our client base and increase profitable revenue, creating a commercial mind-set within the Historic Environment team. Acts as the subject matter expert and discipline lead for members, senior officers and internal accounts, providing authoritative technical advice and guidance. Responsible for account and client relationship management, establishing, building and maintaining secure working relationships with clients and partners, managing complex client interactions and seeking feedback to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, maintain a client-focused culture across Place Services. Leads joined up, integrated and effective team working, management of medium to high value projects and contracts against approved budgets, specifications and indicators. Contributes to increasing the skills base across the environmental and planning sectors through design, development and delivery of complex training and events, and preparation of a wide range of learning material. Contributes to the execution of ECC and client's responsibilities and duties of care in relation to heritage assets and the wider historic environment. Line manager responsibility for consultants in the team. Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Educated to at least RQF level 6 (Bachelor's degree) with a post graduate qualification, or equivalent by experience, and evidence of substantial post qualification experience. Strong evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in relevant professional area, Full Membership of relevant professional body e.g. CIfA. Authoritative technical and subject matter expertise, with advanced knowledge and extensive experience of: the development management processes; of planning policy, legislation, and enforcement standards and guidance; heritage assessment (HIA, DBA, EIA); Historic Environment Record management, conservation management planning and field survey techniques; and related office and site-based practices and procedures. Extensive experience of undertaking development management and using a Historic Environment Records in a development management role. Excellent people skills with experience managing a team, including staff development and performance management, coaching, mentoring and delivery of training. Accomplished communication and negotiation skills and strategies with ability to build networks and to engage and influence clients and stakeholders, both strategically and corporately, including in a political environment. Able to manage complex client and stakeholder interactions, including public consultations, and high value accounts, to engender trust, and secure strong relationships. Good understanding of commercial practices, and track record of growing and developing business through bid winning, and able lead multi-disciplinary teams, and to effectively manage large scale and complex projects from concept through to completion. Effective financial management. Strong understanding of wellbeing and H&S, and experienced producing and implementing standard and complex risk assessments with appropriate controls, and the ability to identify and implement safe working practices for self and others, and to promote a team-wide culture of H&S and wellbeing. Advanced use of common and bespoke software packages including all Microsoft applications, databases, HBSMR, GIS and other information management systems and/or other information technology tools, to implement complex data collection, analysis and presentation for the organisation. Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. Comprehensive CPD is available with the role, including access to our annual programme of Traditional Building Skills, Conservation courses and lectures: Place Services is a unique business and a great place to work. To find out more about us please visit: For an informal discussion please contact the Historic Environment Manager, Tim Murphy via / . Your benefits package Benefits include: Holiday entitlement of 27 days per annum (plus bank holidays), with the opportunity to buy additional annual leave Local Government Pension Scheme Life assurance of three times annual salary Learning and Development Opportunities Employee Wellbeing and Counselling provision Employee Networks Volunteering leave Eye care vouchers, travel discounts, season ticket loans and much more! There is also an employee Rewards Scheme available for all permanent/FTC employees, which includes: Retail and restaurant discounts Cashback on purchases Private health and dental care plans Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR) on our careers site. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. . click apply for full job details

We are currently looking for a Security Officer to be part of the Security Department in our Distribution Centre based in Runcorn. The ideal candidate will be passionate about Security, with a good understanding of the industry. We have a 36 hour position available for Night Shifts. Set shift pattern Sunday Tuesday 18 30. What can we offer you? 5.6 weeks holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rota) 10% discount from week 1 (with double discount days through the year) Discount for life are 25 years' service MyBenefits portal - huge discounts across many sectors including life insurance and healthcare NEST Pension scheme Share Incentive Plan Long Service Awards Refer a Friend scheme In house learning and development for those who want to grow their career Responsibilities of the role: Control all access of the site Booking vehicles in and out of the site Incident report writing Vehicle and colleague searches Quick response where security intervention is needed Internal and External patrols completed throughout shifts Daily and Weekly audits completed Willingness to engage in physical activity as required by the job Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate: We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate experience in a similar role, with strong written communication abilities, and knowledge in Microsoft Excel. A good understanding of Data Protection laws and Health & Safety regulations is preferred, along with experience in conflict management and incident reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong, resilient personality and the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism. While an SIA Licence is desirable, it is not essential. Why B&M? B&M are one of the UK's fastest growing retailers and with our ongoing expansion plans; there really hasn't been a better time to join us! With over 3 million shoppers per week, B&M believes in selling Big Brands at sensational prices. We have a variety of careers available and we offer fantastic on the job training and support. B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.

About The Role 3 Complaints Resolution Officer Roles. Working Hours: 35 hours per week Contract Type: Full time, permanent Closing Date: 14 December 2025 Closing time: 11.59pm Interview Method: Face to face This role is subject to: 2 references where possible; 3 years' history. We're excited to announce three brand new roles within our Resident Experience Team. These roles offer a chance to make a meaningful impact, working closely with residents to enhance their experience and contribute to a dynamic team. These 3 exciting new roles will sit at the heart of the complaints function within Resident Experience. We're looking for organised, empathetic individuals who are eager to learn and grow within a team that champions a culture of fairness, accountability, and continuous improvement. You'll be part of an environment that values diverse perspectives and encourages a proactive approach to problem solving, always putting residents at the heart of what we do. Responsibilitiesh3> In this role, you will manage formal Stage 1 complaints cases from start to finish, ensuring that the resident's voice remains central to every decision and action taken. You'll need to demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering fair and timely outcomes. The Complaints Team operates within a highly regulated environment, adhering to strict codes of conduct in line with the Housing Ombudsman's standards. Attention to detail, accountability, and a strong understanding of housing regulations are essential to succeed in this role. As the Case Manager, you will be expected to compose resolution letters to a high standard; this will form part of the interview process. About the Candidate You have exceptional communication skills, can navigate challenging conversations with residents, and resolve issues with empathy and efficiency. You are culturally aware and can adapt your approach to meet the diverse needs of our resident community. You demonstrate strong organisational skills, managing multiple caseloads simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. You have a comprehensive understanding of housing practices, staying up to date with policy changes, procedures, and codes of conduct. Building trusting relationships is key to this role - not only with residents but also with colleagues across the organisation and external stakeholders. Your ability to collaborate, communicate, and remain solution focused will be central to your success. About Us We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city - a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: We take time to listen and understand. We work together and trust each other. We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly. We own it and we're not afraid to try new things. We're proud and passionate about Manchester. Benefits we offer Generous holiday allowance: Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. A buzzing pension: You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three times your salary as a lump sum. Enhanced parental and carers leave: Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events. Brilliant perks: Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more. Learn and grow: We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process. A Good Employment Charter Member: We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognise three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life. Up to 3 days volunteering leave: Give back to the community with three days pro rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits. Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview. Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text to speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone. Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces or veterans Current or former care leavers Have a disability or long term condition If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application. When You Join Us We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering: A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work. Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice. A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability friendly. For more information about the role or any adjustments, email . What we will need from you if you're successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role that we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre Employment Checks Proof of Right to Work: You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role. References: We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s). Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role. Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council. Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information. Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we'll need evidence of your valid driving licence. These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve. Other relevant information We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we'll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role. For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence . click apply for full job details

Pan-London Information Governance Officer 4th Floor, 12 Arthur Street, London, EC4R 9AB Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract - 2 years Salary: Starting salary - £52,344 per annum Working Hours: 35 Job Category: Communications and Public Affairs Responsible to: Pan London Information Governance Lead Starting salary: £52,344 per annum Contract details: Full time. Monday to Friday. 9:00 am to 5 pm. Hybrid working, some mandatory office days required. If you have any queries or would like to informally discuss the role, please contact Jay Saggar, Programme Manager for Data, Smart Cities and Cyber Security at Interviews: 16 December - in person at London Councils Offices, EC4R 9AB Interviews (Second stage): 17 December - Online Job Introduction The Pan-London Information Governance Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of robust information governance and data sharing practices across London; supporting projects to deliver service improvements that protect the most vulnerable in society and encourage thriving communities and individuals. When creating the Pan-London Information Governance Lead role in 2022, LOTI's aim was to try an innovative approach to help build privacy by design into multi-agency collaboration, and minimise friction when upwards of 30 organisations are planning to share personal data. We consider the ambitions and responsibilities of all parties, to advise on actions, and draft guidance and agreements, that the pan-London (and occasionally national) position, and not that of a single organisation. We are now expanding the team with the role of Pan-London Information Governance Officer, to work within this pan-London approach. We're looking for someone with strong information governance knowledge and experience, who enjoys problem-solving in new, complex and sometimes ambiguous environments, where both creativity and pragmatism are required. The Mayor of London's Data for London programme wants to make it simpler for people to share and use data held across London to improve the city and benefit Londoners. The Greater London Authority is building a new platform for data sharing and a user-friendly service to facilitate easy data discovery. We'll also develop a new set of standards to foster collaboration between councils, universities, government agencies and others across the city. With GLA colleagues, you will participate in the agile software development of the Data for London platform, supporting the project team to ensure that information governance best practices are represented in the product life cycle and reflected the end user experience of the platform. This will include attending regular development team meetings as well as supporting user research with information governance colleagues across London. With the oversight and support of the Pan-London Information Governance Lead, you will assist in the design of information governance frameworks; research and draft guidance for collaboration projects; conduct impact and risk assessments; convene stakeholders from the public, third and private sectors; and support the delivery of training and awareness initiatives. Main Responsibilities Data for London Provide clear, practical information governance advice to GLA colleagues working on the Data for London platform. Help develop and embed IG frameworks, policies and processes that keep data safe and support smooth delivery. Lead on DPIAs and Data Sharing Agreements for major GLA projects, including Get Britain Working Trailblazers and Energy & Retrofit initiatives. Support the development of information asset registers and data flow mapping. Advise on procedures for handling data subject rights requests and managing data breaches. Work closely with the Pan-London Information Governance Lead to support IG needs across collaborative London-wide data projects. Help London Councils, the GLA, LOTI and partner organisations meet their obligations under UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and wider data protection principles. Bring together project teams and partners to develop DPIAs, DSAs and NDAs for cross-borough collaboration. Contribute to wider assessments such as Equalities Impact Assessments and Algorithmic Impact Assessments. Support monitoring and evaluation of IG compliance across pan-London work. Engagement, support and best practice Act as a point of contact for enquiries related to pan-London data sharing. Help design and deliver training and awareness sessions on information governance. Build strong, positive working relationships across a wide range of London public sector organisations. Work with IG professionals across London to support consistency, shared learning and good practice. Keep up to date with developments in legislation, guidance and best practice to support continuous improvement. This list gives a sense of the key areas you'll be working on, but it isn't exhaustive. We're a flexible, collaborative team, and you may be asked to support other reasonable tasks from time to time as part of being a valued member of the programme. You can find the full details of the role in the Job Description and Person Specification attached below. The Ideal Candidate We're looking for someone who: Is motivated by delivering work that supports innovation and makes a positive difference for Londoners. Understands information governance principles and data protection legislation (UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018) and has experience helping organisations comply. Has hands on experience conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), ideally for multi agency or collaborative projects. Can take a multi agency approach - researching legislation, understanding different public sector responsibilities, and advising on how they align within a shared project. Brings strong legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to understand project aims and identify the gateways, requirements and limitations that shape data sharing. Is comfortable developing and testing new approaches to enable data sharing in complex, multi stakeholder environments. Has some awareness of cyber security considerations within information governance. Enjoys solving problems in new, complex or ambiguous situations, using both creativity and pragmatism. Looks for opportunities to strengthen compliance and improve how organisations collaborate on data. Communicates clearly and confidently, with the ability to engage stakeholders and present complex information in an accessible way. Works well independently and as part of a team. Can manage fluctuating demand and balance multiple projects with strong organisation and time management skills. It would be great (but not essential) if you also have: Experience working in the public sector Knowledge of data sharing platforms and technologies Experience of agile software development methods You can find the full details of the role in the Job Description and Person Specification attached below. About The Company About LOTI LOTI is London local government's collaborative innovation team. We help London borough councils and the Greater London Authority (GLA) use innovation, data and technology to be high performing organisations, improve services and tackle London's biggest challenges together. We connect more than 1,500 local government colleagues online and in person, helping them to share knowledge, build capacity, run projects and influence change together. Read all about our activities at: . How we work The LOTI team is currently made up of 10 people. While being small, LOTI can draw on the time, ideas and energy of dozens of people from across our membership. We are committed to being a high performing team, constantly reviewing, learning and adapting our ways of working, and operating in a high challenge, high support culture. We approach all aspects of our work with an outcomes driven mindset, with an emphasis on finding creative and pragmatic solutions that can work in the complex environment of local government. Note LOTI's work constantly evolves as we try new things, learn and adapt to meet the needs of our members. This job description is therefore not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the post holder works. Other duties appropriate to the post may be assigned from time to time. The nature of LOTI's activities is such that a significant amount of work can be conducted remotely. We currently envisage that 1 2 days a week (usually a Monday plus one other) will be spent in London, but the timing and frequency will be discussed and agreed with the team based on the needs of our members and London Councils' policies. London Councils is the collective of London local government, the 32 boroughs and the City of London Corporation. They come together through London Councils to work in collaboration to deliver their shared ambitions for London and Londoners. Through lobbying, collaboration and partnership, we ensure the voice of the London boroughs are united, and heard at a local, regional and national level. We also run a number of services on behalf of the boroughs including the Freedom Pass . click apply for full job details