Senior Construction Planner / Planning Manager Tier 1-capable Contractor Projects up to £50m Glasgow Salary: Excellent package + flexible working Hays Construction are working in partnership with a well-respected, Tier 1-capable main contractor to appoint a Senior Construction Planner, with a clear pathway to Planning Manager, based in Glasgow. Your new company Our client is a financially secure, well established Scottish contractor with the capability to deliver complex projects up to £50million across a diverse portfolio including public-sector, commercial, residential and infrastructure related schemes.Backed by a strong balance sheet and a robust forward workload, the business offers long term stability and a mature, flexible working environment that empowers senior staff rather than over managing them. Planning is seen as a core function of project success, with planners genuinely valued at board and project level. Your new role This is a senior appointment where you will lead planning input across pre construction and live delivery phases, while helping shape best practice across the wider business. Depending on your experience, the role can be positioned as a Senior Planner with progression or an immediate Planning Manager appointment. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and managing robust tender and construction programmes for projects up to £50m Leading programme strategy across multiple sectors and procurement routes Providing planning leadership and challenge to project teams and senior stakeholders Managing risk, critical path analysis, change and impact assessments Supporting and mentoring junior planners as the function continues to grow Playing a key role in the evolution of planning standards, systems and governance What you'll need to succeed Strong experience in a Senior Construction Planner or Planning Manager role with a main contractor Proven capability delivering complex programmes, ideally on projects £20m+ Strong working knowledge of planning software (e.g. P6, Asta Powerproject) Excellent communication skills and commercial awareness Ambition to influence strategy and progress into (or operate at) Planning Manager level What you'll get in return Highly competitive salary and benefits package Flexible working arrangements aligned to a mature, trust based culture Clear progression opportunity into a Planning Manager role Long term job security with a financially robust contractor The opportunity to work on major, high profile Scottish projects What to do next If you are a Senior Construction Planner looking to step up, or an established Planning Manager seeking a stable and progressive environment, please contact Hays Construction for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Construction Planner / Planning Manager Tier 1-capable Contractor Projects up to £50m Glasgow Salary: Excellent package + flexible working Hays Construction are working in partnership with a well-respected, Tier 1-capable main contractor to appoint a Senior Construction Planner, with a clear pathway to Planning Manager, based in Glasgow. Your new company Our client is a financially secure, well established Scottish contractor with the capability to deliver complex projects up to £50million across a diverse portfolio including public-sector, commercial, residential and infrastructure related schemes.Backed by a strong balance sheet and a robust forward workload, the business offers long term stability and a mature, flexible working environment that empowers senior staff rather than over managing them. Planning is seen as a core function of project success, with planners genuinely valued at board and project level. Your new role This is a senior appointment where you will lead planning input across pre construction and live delivery phases, while helping shape best practice across the wider business. Depending on your experience, the role can be positioned as a Senior Planner with progression or an immediate Planning Manager appointment. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and managing robust tender and construction programmes for projects up to £50m Leading programme strategy across multiple sectors and procurement routes Providing planning leadership and challenge to project teams and senior stakeholders Managing risk, critical path analysis, change and impact assessments Supporting and mentoring junior planners as the function continues to grow Playing a key role in the evolution of planning standards, systems and governance What you'll need to succeed Strong experience in a Senior Construction Planner or Planning Manager role with a main contractor Proven capability delivering complex programmes, ideally on projects £20m+ Strong working knowledge of planning software (e.g. P6, Asta Powerproject) Excellent communication skills and commercial awareness Ambition to influence strategy and progress into (or operate at) Planning Manager level What you'll get in return Highly competitive salary and benefits package Flexible working arrangements aligned to a mature, trust based culture Clear progression opportunity into a Planning Manager role Long term job security with a financially robust contractor The opportunity to work on major, high profile Scottish projects What to do next If you are a Senior Construction Planner looking to step up, or an established Planning Manager seeking a stable and progressive environment, please contact Hays Construction for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Safety Case Lead (Nuclear) Aldermaston (Hybrid Working, 3 days office, 2 days remote work from home) 12 months renewable contract Please advise rate sought and availability, send CV in WORD Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. Project Overview: The Customer - AWE: For more than 75 years, Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) has supported the UK Government's nuclear defence strategy and the Continuous at Sea Deterrent. They use nuclear know-how and technical expertise to provide innovative solutions that support the UK's counter terrorism and nuclear threat reduction activities. Like Bechtel, they create and maintain a safe operating culture where safety is front and centre of everything they do. From building state of the art facilities, to supporting Production, Science, Engineering and Technology programmes, the management of Environment, Safety, Health and Wellbeing underpins all activities at AWE. Project Summary: Bechtel is collaborating with AWE as an integrated team to deliver the preliminary design for the facilities within the Future Materials Campus. Since 2023, Bechtel has provided delivery and technical support, ensuring the project is completed on schedule and within budget. Job Summary: This position is for a Safety Case Lead who will work a multi year contract on a United Kingdom (UK) nuclear infrastructure programme for which Bechtel are providing the Project Management and Engineering services. This project is at the conceptual design phases driving a programme involving a multi billion pound investment in nuclear and non nuclear facilities. The Safety Case Lead will be a proactive and driven individual who will support a Delivery Manager as the safety lead for engineering activities. You will provide Assurance leadership and strategic engagement for the project. The individual will provide leadership to a group of Safety Case Engineers in developing safety cases, representing the project to the regulators and interfacing with engineering to support long range design and engineering support. The candidate will provide input during the development of project schedules and support regulatory approaches to accomplish project mission. The Safety Case Lead will conduct periodic assessments of nuclear safety and communicate regularly with customer's and regulators to enable project mission. You will have the ability to work independently and use engineering judgment. In addition, you will help others and respond to requests for help in solving technical or procedural problems or issues. You will be responsible for leading assurance process execution in a technically adequate manner and in accordance with company, contract, and industry codes and standards. This position is designated as part time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership. Major Responsibilities: Executes assurance deliverables according to a set of requirements utilizing approved procedures, practices, and codes and standards. Assists in the development of the nuclear safety cases including periodic reviews. Support the review of submissions pertaining to system & operational safety planning & execution throughout the project's life cycle ensuring that submissions are compliant with the requirements. Assists in the engineering design development of systems involving nuclear safety requirements to ensure safety case is optimised with design. Support development of resource loaded schedules for safety case development in support of project milestones. Support delivery of Safety Cases to regulators, including development of practical approaches to issues, and satisfy established requirements. Assist in interface with engineering, customers, and regulators regularly to discuss progress, receive feedback, and ensure customer satisfaction with safety case approach and development. Support studies into the environmental impacts and sustainability of the proposed design / construction process. Participate in safety reviews (HAZID, HAZOP), as well as reviewing compliance with applicable safety and quality standards. Identify issues (risks and value improvement opportunities) and help clarify areas of complexity during all phases of the works. Support informal studies and technical briefing with customers, suppliers, and other departments and disciplines. Education and Experience Requirements: A recognised bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited college or university. Ideally will have worked within a licensee organisation with knowledge of interfacing with regulators - in the delivery of projects. 10 years minimum experience in Assurance Safety. Required Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of nuclear safety principals and techniques. Understanding of the site license conditions and pertinent nuclear safety requirements with an ability to anticipate license changes necessary to enable effective project execution. Knowledge of how safety controls are implemented and maintained within the safety case and the application of safe operations practices including temporary shielding, containment and other measures for radiological control. Understanding of engineering design processes and configuration management practices. Knowledge of Nuclear Safety Processes and Standards. Analysis for safety cases and technical reports to regulators to support project milestones and achieving approved documents to support the project. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. Strong organisational skills. Relevant industrial experience. General nuclear experience a plus. Must be able to obtain a SC Clearance for access to the AWE Site. Other The role will be based primarily at Aldermaston, UK however travel to Bechtel's London office may also be required. Flexibility in work locations includes three days per week working at the project site and two days working from home or the Bechtel office. This arrangement will change as project needs adjust. The position is open to United Kingdom (UK) Nationals only. This position is also subject to a successful interview and agreement upon terms and conditions of employment. Total Rewards / Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards. Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong - where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We're creating a space where all people, including those with disabilities, can advance their careers and optimize their possibilities through a fair and inclusive workplace. If reasonable adjustments are needed to apply for an open position, please contact us to ensure we can provide an environment where each and every candidate can thrive: . Bechtel is a verified company with the Disability Confident Scheme.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Safety Case Lead (Nuclear) Aldermaston (Hybrid Working, 3 days office, 2 days remote work from home) 12 months renewable contract Please advise rate sought and availability, send CV in WORD Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. Project Overview: The Customer - AWE: For more than 75 years, Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) has supported the UK Government's nuclear defence strategy and the Continuous at Sea Deterrent. They use nuclear know-how and technical expertise to provide innovative solutions that support the UK's counter terrorism and nuclear threat reduction activities. Like Bechtel, they create and maintain a safe operating culture where safety is front and centre of everything they do. From building state of the art facilities, to supporting Production, Science, Engineering and Technology programmes, the management of Environment, Safety, Health and Wellbeing underpins all activities at AWE. Project Summary: Bechtel is collaborating with AWE as an integrated team to deliver the preliminary design for the facilities within the Future Materials Campus. Since 2023, Bechtel has provided delivery and technical support, ensuring the project is completed on schedule and within budget. Job Summary: This position is for a Safety Case Lead who will work a multi year contract on a United Kingdom (UK) nuclear infrastructure programme for which Bechtel are providing the Project Management and Engineering services. This project is at the conceptual design phases driving a programme involving a multi billion pound investment in nuclear and non nuclear facilities. The Safety Case Lead will be a proactive and driven individual who will support a Delivery Manager as the safety lead for engineering activities. You will provide Assurance leadership and strategic engagement for the project. The individual will provide leadership to a group of Safety Case Engineers in developing safety cases, representing the project to the regulators and interfacing with engineering to support long range design and engineering support. The candidate will provide input during the development of project schedules and support regulatory approaches to accomplish project mission. The Safety Case Lead will conduct periodic assessments of nuclear safety and communicate regularly with customer's and regulators to enable project mission. You will have the ability to work independently and use engineering judgment. In addition, you will help others and respond to requests for help in solving technical or procedural problems or issues. You will be responsible for leading assurance process execution in a technically adequate manner and in accordance with company, contract, and industry codes and standards. This position is designated as part time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership. Major Responsibilities: Executes assurance deliverables according to a set of requirements utilizing approved procedures, practices, and codes and standards. Assists in the development of the nuclear safety cases including periodic reviews. Support the review of submissions pertaining to system & operational safety planning & execution throughout the project's life cycle ensuring that submissions are compliant with the requirements. Assists in the engineering design development of systems involving nuclear safety requirements to ensure safety case is optimised with design. Support development of resource loaded schedules for safety case development in support of project milestones. Support delivery of Safety Cases to regulators, including development of practical approaches to issues, and satisfy established requirements. Assist in interface with engineering, customers, and regulators regularly to discuss progress, receive feedback, and ensure customer satisfaction with safety case approach and development. Support studies into the environmental impacts and sustainability of the proposed design / construction process. Participate in safety reviews (HAZID, HAZOP), as well as reviewing compliance with applicable safety and quality standards. Identify issues (risks and value improvement opportunities) and help clarify areas of complexity during all phases of the works. Support informal studies and technical briefing with customers, suppliers, and other departments and disciplines. Education and Experience Requirements: A recognised bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited college or university. Ideally will have worked within a licensee organisation with knowledge of interfacing with regulators - in the delivery of projects. 10 years minimum experience in Assurance Safety. Required Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of nuclear safety principals and techniques. Understanding of the site license conditions and pertinent nuclear safety requirements with an ability to anticipate license changes necessary to enable effective project execution. Knowledge of how safety controls are implemented and maintained within the safety case and the application of safe operations practices including temporary shielding, containment and other measures for radiological control. Understanding of engineering design processes and configuration management practices. Knowledge of Nuclear Safety Processes and Standards. Analysis for safety cases and technical reports to regulators to support project milestones and achieving approved documents to support the project. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. Strong organisational skills. Relevant industrial experience. General nuclear experience a plus. Must be able to obtain a SC Clearance for access to the AWE Site. Other The role will be based primarily at Aldermaston, UK however travel to Bechtel's London office may also be required. Flexibility in work locations includes three days per week working at the project site and two days working from home or the Bechtel office. This arrangement will change as project needs adjust. The position is open to United Kingdom (UK) Nationals only. This position is also subject to a successful interview and agreement upon terms and conditions of employment. Total Rewards / Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards. Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong - where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We're creating a space where all people, including those with disabilities, can advance their careers and optimize their possibilities through a fair and inclusive workplace. If reasonable adjustments are needed to apply for an open position, please contact us to ensure we can provide an environment where each and every candidate can thrive: . Bechtel is a verified company with the Disability Confident Scheme.
Technology Director The Business: This rapidly growing discount fashion retailer is on a mission to bring style, value, and accessibility to customers nationwide. With a strong store presence, growing online demand, and an ambitious leadership team, the business is undergoing significant digital and operational transformation. To support this next phase of growth, they are seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Technology Director to lead all aspects of technology strategy, infrastructure, and delivery across the business. The Role: The Technology Director will take full ownership of the technology function - from day-to-day operations to long-term digital innovation. The successful candidate will ensure that systems are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned to the fast-paced demands of discount retail. Working closely with the board and operational teams, this individual will be instrumental in modernising core systems and laying the groundwork for future growth. Key Responsibilities: Technology Leadership: Design and implement a roadmap and define the future state of tech for the business. Operational Systems Oversight: Lead the performance and evolution of all core systems, including EPOS, stock management, warehouse systems, and in-store technology. Digital Commerce Support: Oversee the stability, integration and scalability of the e-commerce platform and customer-facing technologies. Security & Infrastructure: Ensure data protection, cybersecurity, and compliance across all systems and processes. Team Management: Build, lead, and develop a small but capable in-house IT team and manage key external partners. Stakeholder Engagement: Work cross-functionally with operations, finance, merchandising, and retail leadership to ensure tech enables business performance. Supplier & Vendor Relationships: Manage third-party vendors and ensure value for investment in all tech-related spend. Candidate Profile: Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role, ideally within retail (discount or high-volume environments preferred). Strong understanding of retail systems (EPOS, WMS, CRM, e-commerce platforms) and infrastructure requirements. Track record of delivering systems upgrades, integrations, and change management programmes. Comfortable in a hands-on environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - capable of influencing at all levels. Based within commutable distance of Surrey and available to work on-site 4-5 days per week. Why Apply? Join a growing, entrepreneurial retailer with real momentum and ambition. Operate as part of a close-knit, commercially driven leadership team. Shape and future-proof the tech strategy in a business where your impact will be visible and valued. A brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, solving problems at pace, and leading meaningful change. BH34950
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Technology Director The Business: This rapidly growing discount fashion retailer is on a mission to bring style, value, and accessibility to customers nationwide. With a strong store presence, growing online demand, and an ambitious leadership team, the business is undergoing significant digital and operational transformation. To support this next phase of growth, they are seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Technology Director to lead all aspects of technology strategy, infrastructure, and delivery across the business. The Role: The Technology Director will take full ownership of the technology function - from day-to-day operations to long-term digital innovation. The successful candidate will ensure that systems are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned to the fast-paced demands of discount retail. Working closely with the board and operational teams, this individual will be instrumental in modernising core systems and laying the groundwork for future growth. Key Responsibilities: Technology Leadership: Design and implement a roadmap and define the future state of tech for the business. Operational Systems Oversight: Lead the performance and evolution of all core systems, including EPOS, stock management, warehouse systems, and in-store technology. Digital Commerce Support: Oversee the stability, integration and scalability of the e-commerce platform and customer-facing technologies. Security & Infrastructure: Ensure data protection, cybersecurity, and compliance across all systems and processes. Team Management: Build, lead, and develop a small but capable in-house IT team and manage key external partners. Stakeholder Engagement: Work cross-functionally with operations, finance, merchandising, and retail leadership to ensure tech enables business performance. Supplier & Vendor Relationships: Manage third-party vendors and ensure value for investment in all tech-related spend. Candidate Profile: Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role, ideally within retail (discount or high-volume environments preferred). Strong understanding of retail systems (EPOS, WMS, CRM, e-commerce platforms) and infrastructure requirements. Track record of delivering systems upgrades, integrations, and change management programmes. Comfortable in a hands-on environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - capable of influencing at all levels. Based within commutable distance of Surrey and available to work on-site 4-5 days per week. Why Apply? Join a growing, entrepreneurial retailer with real momentum and ambition. Operate as part of a close-knit, commercially driven leadership team. Shape and future-proof the tech strategy in a business where your impact will be visible and valued. A brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, solving problems at pace, and leading meaningful change. BH34950
Portfolio HR & Reward is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to find their next Reward Specialist for the UK & Ireland. We are looking for a talented individual to step into this key role and help shape a truly exceptional employee experience . Reward Specialist: The Architect of Appreciation (UK and Ireland) Are you a data wizard with a heart for people? Do you believe that reward is about more than just a paycheque-it is about making work feel worth it? We are looking for a brilliant Reward Specialist to join a vibrant HR family. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about crafting an employee experience that shines. If you love balancing analytical precision with a passion for wellbeing and fair play, we want to meet you. The Magic You Will Create As the UK and Ireland Reward Guru, you will be the heartbeat of Compensation and Benefits. You won't just manage programmes; you will nurture them. Benefit Brilliance: You will lead the charge on everything from pensions and medical insurance to exciting DEI and Wellbeing initiatives. The Insights Engine: You will dive deep into data to provide the lightbulb moments that help the leadership team make great decisions. The Bridge Builder: You will be the friendly face connecting HR, Finance, and Payroll, ensuring external partners are delivering the best for the people. Champion of Fairness: From Gender Pay Gap reporting to pay transparency, you will be a key player in making sure the organisation stays ethical, competitive, and inclusive. Moderniser: Help sprinkle some digital magic on reward systems to make everything smoother for everyone. Why You Are The Perfect Match You are a rare find-someone who loves the why as much as the how. You are likely to be: A Reward Aficionado: You know the UK and Ireland landscape like the back of your hand, from insurance renewals to the nuances of pensions. An Excel Artist: You don't just use spreadsheets; you make them sing. Turning complex data into clear, beautiful stories is your superpower. Financially Savvy: You are comfortable with budgets, forecasts, and invoices. You have a keen eye for detail that ensures every penny is perfectly placed. A People Person: You can translate technical reward speak into human for managers and employees. The Ultimate Collaborator: You thrive in a team where ideas are shared and everyone's voice matters. Ready to Level Up? If you have experience with job evaluation methodologies and a knack for systems like SuccessFactors, you are already top of the list. We are looking for a proactive, structured, and detail-oriented soul who wants to make a real impact on how people feel valued every single day. 51073BRR1 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Portfolio HR & Reward is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to find their next Reward Specialist for the UK & Ireland. We are looking for a talented individual to step into this key role and help shape a truly exceptional employee experience . Reward Specialist: The Architect of Appreciation (UK and Ireland) Are you a data wizard with a heart for people? Do you believe that reward is about more than just a paycheque-it is about making work feel worth it? We are looking for a brilliant Reward Specialist to join a vibrant HR family. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about crafting an employee experience that shines. If you love balancing analytical precision with a passion for wellbeing and fair play, we want to meet you. The Magic You Will Create As the UK and Ireland Reward Guru, you will be the heartbeat of Compensation and Benefits. You won't just manage programmes; you will nurture them. Benefit Brilliance: You will lead the charge on everything from pensions and medical insurance to exciting DEI and Wellbeing initiatives. The Insights Engine: You will dive deep into data to provide the lightbulb moments that help the leadership team make great decisions. The Bridge Builder: You will be the friendly face connecting HR, Finance, and Payroll, ensuring external partners are delivering the best for the people. Champion of Fairness: From Gender Pay Gap reporting to pay transparency, you will be a key player in making sure the organisation stays ethical, competitive, and inclusive. Moderniser: Help sprinkle some digital magic on reward systems to make everything smoother for everyone. Why You Are The Perfect Match You are a rare find-someone who loves the why as much as the how. You are likely to be: A Reward Aficionado: You know the UK and Ireland landscape like the back of your hand, from insurance renewals to the nuances of pensions. An Excel Artist: You don't just use spreadsheets; you make them sing. Turning complex data into clear, beautiful stories is your superpower. Financially Savvy: You are comfortable with budgets, forecasts, and invoices. You have a keen eye for detail that ensures every penny is perfectly placed. A People Person: You can translate technical reward speak into human for managers and employees. The Ultimate Collaborator: You thrive in a team where ideas are shared and everyone's voice matters. Ready to Level Up? If you have experience with job evaluation methodologies and a knack for systems like SuccessFactors, you are already top of the list. We are looking for a proactive, structured, and detail-oriented soul who wants to make a real impact on how people feel valued every single day. 51073BRR1 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Sustainable Building Services
Skelmersdale, Lancashire
Quality Administrator Location : Skelmersdale, WN8 9TW Salary : £27,000 per annum + £3,000 car allowance + Excellent Benefits Contract & Hours : Full-time, Permanent 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Benefits : Enhanced pension contributions, Employer-paid Healthcare Cash Plan, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Employee Assistance Programme, and support for CPD Must have a full UK driving license Sustainable Building Services (SBS) is a multi-award-winning retrofit decarbonisation solutions provider and principal contractor delivering at scale across all housing tenure types social, owner-occupied, and private rental homes. As a leader in residential decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and whole-house retrofit, we currently manage and deliver over £100m+ large-scale retrofit schemes, blending funding across mixed-tenures to maximise positive impact across communities. Our work directly improves the living conditions, health, comfort, and wellbeing of thousands of households each year helping to reduce fuel poverty and address four of today s greatest challenges: the cost of living, energy security, climate change, and public health. The Role: Quality Administrator We are looking for a Quality Administrator to support the delivery of our retrofit and energy efficiency projects by taking ownership of evidence population and lodgement preparation. You ll play a key role in liaising with contractors, site teams, and coordinators to request, collate, and prepare all documentation required for Energy Efficient Measures in line with PAS 2030:2019, PAS 2035:2019 & PAS 2035:2023, and MCS Standards. Working closely with Retrofit Coordinators, Regional Compliance teams, and subcontractors, you ll help ensure every submission meets our high compliance standards and contractual deadlines. Key Responsibilities • Collate all necessary paperwork for the installation of energy efficiency measures in accordance with PAS 2035:2019, PAS 2035:2023, and MCS requirements. • Work closely with project Retrofit Coordinators to ensure all documentation is provided in line with contract programmes. • Provide compliance support and guidance to regional delivery teams. • Upload and manage documentation across designated platforms and shared locations. • Maintain accuracy and attention to detail to ensure zero compliance failures. • Meet all strategic partner contractual deadlines. • Engage with sub-contractors to support compliant project delivery. • Request client shared folder access and upload completed lodgement evidence post-project completion. • Travel to other sites as required to provide hands-on administrative support. • Take part in ad hoc projects or initiatives to meet evolving business needs. About You You ll be someone who thrives on accuracy, organisation, and teamwork, with a proactive mindset and a genuine interest in helping projects succeed. Essential : • Minimum 1 year of administrative experience. • GCSEs and above. • Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and Outlook. • Excellent organisational and time management skills. • Ability to work independently or collaboratively across multiple teams. • Confident communicator with strong attention to detail. • Ability to plan and meet tight deadlines. • Full UK driving licence. Desirable: • Experience working within a geographically dispersed team using Microsoft Teams or similar tools. • Customer service experience. • A basic understanding of retrofit processes and standards. Our Commitment to You We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We believe in hiring the right person for the job and fostering a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, regardless of gender, age, race, family status, sexual orientation, disability, or religious belief. Ready to make a difference one home at a time Apply now and help us lead the way in sustainable building and energy efficiency. No agencies please.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Quality Administrator Location : Skelmersdale, WN8 9TW Salary : £27,000 per annum + £3,000 car allowance + Excellent Benefits Contract & Hours : Full-time, Permanent 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Benefits : Enhanced pension contributions, Employer-paid Healthcare Cash Plan, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Employee Assistance Programme, and support for CPD Must have a full UK driving license Sustainable Building Services (SBS) is a multi-award-winning retrofit decarbonisation solutions provider and principal contractor delivering at scale across all housing tenure types social, owner-occupied, and private rental homes. As a leader in residential decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and whole-house retrofit, we currently manage and deliver over £100m+ large-scale retrofit schemes, blending funding across mixed-tenures to maximise positive impact across communities. Our work directly improves the living conditions, health, comfort, and wellbeing of thousands of households each year helping to reduce fuel poverty and address four of today s greatest challenges: the cost of living, energy security, climate change, and public health. The Role: Quality Administrator We are looking for a Quality Administrator to support the delivery of our retrofit and energy efficiency projects by taking ownership of evidence population and lodgement preparation. You ll play a key role in liaising with contractors, site teams, and coordinators to request, collate, and prepare all documentation required for Energy Efficient Measures in line with PAS 2030:2019, PAS 2035:2019 & PAS 2035:2023, and MCS Standards. Working closely with Retrofit Coordinators, Regional Compliance teams, and subcontractors, you ll help ensure every submission meets our high compliance standards and contractual deadlines. Key Responsibilities • Collate all necessary paperwork for the installation of energy efficiency measures in accordance with PAS 2035:2019, PAS 2035:2023, and MCS requirements. • Work closely with project Retrofit Coordinators to ensure all documentation is provided in line with contract programmes. • Provide compliance support and guidance to regional delivery teams. • Upload and manage documentation across designated platforms and shared locations. • Maintain accuracy and attention to detail to ensure zero compliance failures. • Meet all strategic partner contractual deadlines. • Engage with sub-contractors to support compliant project delivery. • Request client shared folder access and upload completed lodgement evidence post-project completion. • Travel to other sites as required to provide hands-on administrative support. • Take part in ad hoc projects or initiatives to meet evolving business needs. About You You ll be someone who thrives on accuracy, organisation, and teamwork, with a proactive mindset and a genuine interest in helping projects succeed. Essential : • Minimum 1 year of administrative experience. • GCSEs and above. • Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and Outlook. • Excellent organisational and time management skills. • Ability to work independently or collaboratively across multiple teams. • Confident communicator with strong attention to detail. • Ability to plan and meet tight deadlines. • Full UK driving licence. Desirable: • Experience working within a geographically dispersed team using Microsoft Teams or similar tools. • Customer service experience. • A basic understanding of retrofit processes and standards. Our Commitment to You We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We believe in hiring the right person for the job and fostering a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, regardless of gender, age, race, family status, sexual orientation, disability, or religious belief. Ready to make a difference one home at a time Apply now and help us lead the way in sustainable building and energy efficiency. No agencies please.
We are seeking an experienced Interim Director of Property to lead and oversee property-related initiatives within the council. This temporary role is based in Slough and requires strategic leadership to ensure the effective management of property assets. Client Details The organisation is a well-established Local Authority in Slough, recognised for its commitment to serving the community and managing a range of property assets. It is a medium-sized organisation focused on delivering impactful services and maintaining operational excellence. Description Provide strategic direction and leadership for the property department. Oversee property portfolio management, ensuring assets are utilised effectively and efficiently. Lead of the Asset management of the corporate property pipeline Develop and implement a disposals programme Lead the FM department Develop and implement property strategies aligned with organisational goals. Manage property-related budgets and ensure compliance with financial objectives. Lead negotiations for property acquisitions, leases, and disposals. Ensure compliance with all relevant property laws, regulations, and best practices. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver property projects and initiatives. Provide comprehensive reports and updates to senior leadership on property performance. Profile A successful Interim Director of Property should have: A strong background in property management within Local Authority Proven expertise in strategic planning and asset management and disposals. Experience in managing large-scale property portfolios and budgets. Knowledge of property laws, regulations, and compliance standards in the UK. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. A professional qualification in property, real estate, or a related field is desirable. Job Offer Competitive daily rate ranging from 800- 900, dependent on experience. Temporary contract offering flexibility and the opportunity to lead a key department. Work within a respected not-for-profit organisation in Slough. Engaging and impactful role with opportunities to shape property strategy. If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as an Interim Director of Property in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply today!
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced Interim Director of Property to lead and oversee property-related initiatives within the council. This temporary role is based in Slough and requires strategic leadership to ensure the effective management of property assets. Client Details The organisation is a well-established Local Authority in Slough, recognised for its commitment to serving the community and managing a range of property assets. It is a medium-sized organisation focused on delivering impactful services and maintaining operational excellence. Description Provide strategic direction and leadership for the property department. Oversee property portfolio management, ensuring assets are utilised effectively and efficiently. Lead of the Asset management of the corporate property pipeline Develop and implement a disposals programme Lead the FM department Develop and implement property strategies aligned with organisational goals. Manage property-related budgets and ensure compliance with financial objectives. Lead negotiations for property acquisitions, leases, and disposals. Ensure compliance with all relevant property laws, regulations, and best practices. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver property projects and initiatives. Provide comprehensive reports and updates to senior leadership on property performance. Profile A successful Interim Director of Property should have: A strong background in property management within Local Authority Proven expertise in strategic planning and asset management and disposals. Experience in managing large-scale property portfolios and budgets. Knowledge of property laws, regulations, and compliance standards in the UK. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. A professional qualification in property, real estate, or a related field is desirable. Job Offer Competitive daily rate ranging from 800- 900, dependent on experience. Temporary contract offering flexibility and the opportunity to lead a key department. Work within a respected not-for-profit organisation in Slough. Engaging and impactful role with opportunities to shape property strategy. If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as an Interim Director of Property in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply today!
Interim Cost Optimisation / Procurement Lead (Contract) Overview We are seeking an experienced, hands-on cost optimisation / procurement lead to deliver a short-term efficiency project reviewing and optimising our clients indirect spend cost base (c. £25M annually). This role will initially focus on identifying, and prioritising where efficiencies can be made and then delivering tangible cost savings across indirect spend categories. The role is set to last 2-3 months Scope of Spend The review will cover indirect cost areas including, but not limited to: HR IT and technology Marketing Property and facilities Travel and expenses Telecoms Operational overheads Key Responsibilities Conduct a rapid, end-to-end review of the cost base to identify savings opportunities and areas for efficiency improvement Prioritise key categories for immediate impact Analyse supplier contracts, spend data, and usage patterns Identify inefficiencies and areas for re-analysis or consolidation Develop a clear savings road map with actionable initiatives Lead supplier negotiations and contract renegotiation Work closely with internal stakeholders to implement changes Drive delivery of savings through to execution Objectives Primary: Identify measurable cost savings and areas for efficiency improvement across indirect spend Secondary: Improve overall efficiency and procurement discipline across the business No fixed savings target defined, but strong expectation of meaningful, deliverable impact Success Criteria Clear diagnostic of key cost drivers and savings opportunities Prioritised savings plan with quantified impact Supplier negotiations initiated and/or completed in key areas Implementation of agreed cost-saving measures underway Tangible savings identified and early wins delivered Candidate Profile Senior procurement, cost optimisation, of efficiency transformation specialist Proven experience delivering savings across indirect spend categories Comfortable operating both strategically and "in the detail" Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Experience running end-to-end cost reduction or efficiency programmes Able to work independently and "hit the ground running" Engagement Details Duration: Approx. 2-3 months (initial engagement) Location: Flexible Nature: Hands-on delivery role with accountability for outcomes Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 25, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Cost Optimisation / Procurement Lead (Contract) Overview We are seeking an experienced, hands-on cost optimisation / procurement lead to deliver a short-term efficiency project reviewing and optimising our clients indirect spend cost base (c. £25M annually). This role will initially focus on identifying, and prioritising where efficiencies can be made and then delivering tangible cost savings across indirect spend categories. The role is set to last 2-3 months Scope of Spend The review will cover indirect cost areas including, but not limited to: HR IT and technology Marketing Property and facilities Travel and expenses Telecoms Operational overheads Key Responsibilities Conduct a rapid, end-to-end review of the cost base to identify savings opportunities and areas for efficiency improvement Prioritise key categories for immediate impact Analyse supplier contracts, spend data, and usage patterns Identify inefficiencies and areas for re-analysis or consolidation Develop a clear savings road map with actionable initiatives Lead supplier negotiations and contract renegotiation Work closely with internal stakeholders to implement changes Drive delivery of savings through to execution Objectives Primary: Identify measurable cost savings and areas for efficiency improvement across indirect spend Secondary: Improve overall efficiency and procurement discipline across the business No fixed savings target defined, but strong expectation of meaningful, deliverable impact Success Criteria Clear diagnostic of key cost drivers and savings opportunities Prioritised savings plan with quantified impact Supplier negotiations initiated and/or completed in key areas Implementation of agreed cost-saving measures underway Tangible savings identified and early wins delivered Candidate Profile Senior procurement, cost optimisation, of efficiency transformation specialist Proven experience delivering savings across indirect spend categories Comfortable operating both strategically and "in the detail" Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Experience running end-to-end cost reduction or efficiency programmes Able to work independently and "hit the ground running" Engagement Details Duration: Approx. 2-3 months (initial engagement) Location: Flexible Nature: Hands-on delivery role with accountability for outcomes Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Portfolio Manager - Insurance Events £60,000-£70,000 Base + Profit Share Fully Remote Do you have a solid track record of growing B2B financial services events? Are you a great leader of people? We're looking for a Head of Insurance Events to take a strong existing portfolio of conferences and scale its impact, quality, and commercial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic vision, content excellence, and team development. You'll lead from the front-spotting emerging industry trends, refreshing and strengthening existing event propositions, securing senior-level speakers, and ensuring our conferences remain relevant, engaging, and must-attend fixtures in the insurance calendar. With a strong focus on product development, you'll nurture and mature the existing portfolio-enhancing formats, optimising performance, and driving sustained revenue growth. You'll also bring creative thinking to identify new revenue streams within established event frameworks, ensuring each product continues to evolve and deliver commercial impact. You'll lead a small, ambitious team of producers, developing capability and setting clear expectations around quality and delivery. Profile Required: Portfolio Manager - Insurance Events 6+ years' experience in conference production, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality events Minimum 2 years' experience managing and developing Conference Producers Experience within insurance, banking, or wider financial services sectors Exceptional research, agenda development, and speaker acquisition skills Confident communicator with the ability to engage and influence senior-level stakeholders on strategy, budgets, business plans, and feasibility assessments Highly organised, with excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Strong commercial acumen, with experience driving sponsorship and delegate revenue growth Exposure to awards programmes a plus, as many conferences in the portfolio are co-located events Lipton Media is a dynamic, proactive and progressive media recruitment agency solely dedicated to the media industry. We are leaders across media sales and creative opportunities. We cover: media sales, digital media sales, print sales, exhibition sales, event sales, conference sales, outdoor sales, radio sales, marketing, conference production and editorial jobs. Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Portfolio Manager - Insurance Events £60,000-£70,000 Base + Profit Share Fully Remote Do you have a solid track record of growing B2B financial services events? Are you a great leader of people? We're looking for a Head of Insurance Events to take a strong existing portfolio of conferences and scale its impact, quality, and commercial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic vision, content excellence, and team development. You'll lead from the front-spotting emerging industry trends, refreshing and strengthening existing event propositions, securing senior-level speakers, and ensuring our conferences remain relevant, engaging, and must-attend fixtures in the insurance calendar. With a strong focus on product development, you'll nurture and mature the existing portfolio-enhancing formats, optimising performance, and driving sustained revenue growth. You'll also bring creative thinking to identify new revenue streams within established event frameworks, ensuring each product continues to evolve and deliver commercial impact. You'll lead a small, ambitious team of producers, developing capability and setting clear expectations around quality and delivery. Profile Required: Portfolio Manager - Insurance Events 6+ years' experience in conference production, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality events Minimum 2 years' experience managing and developing Conference Producers Experience within insurance, banking, or wider financial services sectors Exceptional research, agenda development, and speaker acquisition skills Confident communicator with the ability to engage and influence senior-level stakeholders on strategy, budgets, business plans, and feasibility assessments Highly organised, with excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Strong commercial acumen, with experience driving sponsorship and delegate revenue growth Exposure to awards programmes a plus, as many conferences in the portfolio are co-located events Lipton Media is a dynamic, proactive and progressive media recruitment agency solely dedicated to the media industry. We are leaders across media sales and creative opportunities. We cover: media sales, digital media sales, print sales, exhibition sales, event sales, conference sales, outdoor sales, radio sales, marketing, conference production and editorial jobs. Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.
Health Innovation South West is at a defining moment. Our coastal and rural region faces some of the most complex health challenges in the country, including long travel times to care, an ageing population and deep-rooted health inequalities. These challenges create powerful opportunities for innovation to deliver meaningful impact, improving lives while supporting sustainable economic growth across the South West. As a place-based innovation organisation, we act as a catalyst and connector, working with the NHS, universities, industry and communities to improve health outcomes, reduce inequalities and stimulate economic development. Licensed and commissioned by NHS England and the Office for Life Sciences, we are part of a national network dedicated to spreading innovation at pace and scale. We are now seeking an exceptional Corporate Services Director to join our Senior Management Team. This pivotal role will lead the organisation's corporate services, ensuring that our people, systems and processes enable an agile, high-performing and impact-focused organisation. Working closely with the Executive Team, you will oversee functions including human resources, governance and compliance, communications, business systems and programme management, while managing key outsourced services such as IT and estates. You will play a central role in shaping organisational culture, strengthening operational effectiveness and supporting the delivery of our strategic ambitions. Deputising for the Executive Director of Operations when required, you will build trusted relationships with colleagues and suppliers, ensuring that corporate services align seamlessly with our mission and ambitions. We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader with a proven track record in senior corporate or operational management. You will bring expertise in areas such as HR and organisational development, governance, business systems or communications, alongside strong commercial acumen and outstanding stakeholder engagement skills. Collaborative, forward-thinking and resilient, you will be motivated by the opportunity to support innovation that transforms health and care for rural and coastal communities. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Health Innovation South West on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit using reference ABXNB. Alternatively email . Applications should be received by noon on Tuesday 26 May. Please Note. This advert will be removed from the Guardian on 23rd May.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Health Innovation South West is at a defining moment. Our coastal and rural region faces some of the most complex health challenges in the country, including long travel times to care, an ageing population and deep-rooted health inequalities. These challenges create powerful opportunities for innovation to deliver meaningful impact, improving lives while supporting sustainable economic growth across the South West. As a place-based innovation organisation, we act as a catalyst and connector, working with the NHS, universities, industry and communities to improve health outcomes, reduce inequalities and stimulate economic development. Licensed and commissioned by NHS England and the Office for Life Sciences, we are part of a national network dedicated to spreading innovation at pace and scale. We are now seeking an exceptional Corporate Services Director to join our Senior Management Team. This pivotal role will lead the organisation's corporate services, ensuring that our people, systems and processes enable an agile, high-performing and impact-focused organisation. Working closely with the Executive Team, you will oversee functions including human resources, governance and compliance, communications, business systems and programme management, while managing key outsourced services such as IT and estates. You will play a central role in shaping organisational culture, strengthening operational effectiveness and supporting the delivery of our strategic ambitions. Deputising for the Executive Director of Operations when required, you will build trusted relationships with colleagues and suppliers, ensuring that corporate services align seamlessly with our mission and ambitions. We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader with a proven track record in senior corporate or operational management. You will bring expertise in areas such as HR and organisational development, governance, business systems or communications, alongside strong commercial acumen and outstanding stakeholder engagement skills. Collaborative, forward-thinking and resilient, you will be motivated by the opportunity to support innovation that transforms health and care for rural and coastal communities. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Health Innovation South West on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit using reference ABXNB. Alternatively email . Applications should be received by noon on Tuesday 26 May. Please Note. This advert will be removed from the Guardian on 23rd May.
Senior Product Development & Innovation Lead Location: Flexible with home working option. Regular travel to London. Grade: Grade 6 - £44,323.14 pa Contract: 12 months fixed contract Hours: 35 (flexible working considered) Closing date: Thursday 7th May 2026 at 11:30pm Do you have proven experience of developing products to take to market, possibly in a fundraising environment, plus great leadership skills and a real appetite for innovation? Then join Shelter as a Innovation Lead and you could soon be playing a key role within our Product Development & Innovation team. About the role The role will involve leading the development and continuous improvement of an audience-led innovation framework, designed to grow committed giving and drive income. You will act as the subject matter expert, partnering with senior leaders across Income Generation teams to deliver best in class products aligned with strategic goals, while leading horizon scanning and deliver test and learn trials to establish the potential for innovation projects. You'll champion a collaborative matrix working culture within Fundraising and across the organisation and co-create KPI frameworks that enable rapid learning and scaling and use data-driven insights to shape inclusive, high impact products. Alongside overseeing budgets, building robust business cases and supporting long-term financial planning. You will also guide team performance and embed a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organisation. About you We're looking for a confident and adaptable leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and brings strong management experience with the ability to motivate and develop others. You'll have a proven track record of taking products to market (ideally within fundraising), combined with excellent collaboration, influencing and negotiation skills. Comfortable working in a matrix structure, you'll be skilled at leading and embedding change, taking calculated risks, and staying ahead of emerging trends through proactive horizon scanning. Above all, you'll bring a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement, helping drive innovation and high performance across teams. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About the team The Product Development & Innovation Team sits within Fundraising Enablement, the function that connects and accelerates all income-generating activity across the organisation. Acting as both strategic partners and innovation drivers, the team works closely with income generation teams to ensure products are insight-led, audience-focused and aligned to strategic priorities, while also leading a forward-thinking innovation agenda that explores new income streams and develops high-value opportunities beyond the existing portfolio. How to apply Please click ' Apply for Job ' below. You are required to submit your work history and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses: We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We enable decision-making We create change aligned to our strategy Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. About Shelter Home is a human right. It's our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything. We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. Safeguarding statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Product Development & Innovation Lead Location: Flexible with home working option. Regular travel to London. Grade: Grade 6 - £44,323.14 pa Contract: 12 months fixed contract Hours: 35 (flexible working considered) Closing date: Thursday 7th May 2026 at 11:30pm Do you have proven experience of developing products to take to market, possibly in a fundraising environment, plus great leadership skills and a real appetite for innovation? Then join Shelter as a Innovation Lead and you could soon be playing a key role within our Product Development & Innovation team. About the role The role will involve leading the development and continuous improvement of an audience-led innovation framework, designed to grow committed giving and drive income. You will act as the subject matter expert, partnering with senior leaders across Income Generation teams to deliver best in class products aligned with strategic goals, while leading horizon scanning and deliver test and learn trials to establish the potential for innovation projects. You'll champion a collaborative matrix working culture within Fundraising and across the organisation and co-create KPI frameworks that enable rapid learning and scaling and use data-driven insights to shape inclusive, high impact products. Alongside overseeing budgets, building robust business cases and supporting long-term financial planning. You will also guide team performance and embed a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organisation. About you We're looking for a confident and adaptable leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and brings strong management experience with the ability to motivate and develop others. You'll have a proven track record of taking products to market (ideally within fundraising), combined with excellent collaboration, influencing and negotiation skills. Comfortable working in a matrix structure, you'll be skilled at leading and embedding change, taking calculated risks, and staying ahead of emerging trends through proactive horizon scanning. Above all, you'll bring a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement, helping drive innovation and high performance across teams. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About the team The Product Development & Innovation Team sits within Fundraising Enablement, the function that connects and accelerates all income-generating activity across the organisation. Acting as both strategic partners and innovation drivers, the team works closely with income generation teams to ensure products are insight-led, audience-focused and aligned to strategic priorities, while also leading a forward-thinking innovation agenda that explores new income streams and develops high-value opportunities beyond the existing portfolio. How to apply Please click ' Apply for Job ' below. You are required to submit your work history and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses: We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We enable decision-making We create change aligned to our strategy Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. About Shelter Home is a human right. It's our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything. We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. Safeguarding statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
An exciting opportunity to play a central role in campaigns and communications that secure funding to help young people to thrive. At a time of real growth for our charity, we are looking for a Campaigns & Communications Manager to join our team. You will plan and deliver two major annual appeals, grow our monthly donor programme, and create compelling communications that deepen supporter engagement and reflect the integrity of our work with young people. What is Jamie's Farm? Jamie's Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges. As part of the dynamic HQ team we offer a beautiful and unique supportive working environment, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to be part of a team that is passionate about making a real difference. More about the role : As Campaigns & Communications Manager you will plan, coordinate and deliver campaigns that engage supporters and drive income. You will develop email journeys, digital content and supporter pathways that grow our monthly donor programme into a sustainable income stream. Alongside this, you will lead the creation of high-quality fundraising communications - from donor updates and impact stories to campaign collateral and web content - ensuring all storytelling is ethical, warm and true to who we are. Location : Jamie's Farm Bath (HQ) preferred but other Jamie's Farm locations considered (London, Lewes, Hereford, Monmouth, Skipton) About you : We are looking for someone with proven experience delivering multi-channel campaigns that drive income - whether through fundraising appeals, matched funding campaigns, or other income-generating programmes. You will also have experience growing an individual giving, monthly donor or membership programme. You will be an exceptional copywriter, able to communicate impact with clarity and warmth, and understand the importance of representing young people responsibly and with dignity. A confident project manager, you are highly organised and able to juggle multiple deadlines, coordinate stakeholders and keep campaigns on track. You are comfortable using data and insight to optimise performance, and bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset to everything you do. This role could suit someone with broader marketing and communications experience including income generating campaigns, who is interested in applying their skills in a fundraising/nonprofit context. Please see the full job description, desired experience and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below. Don't meet every single requirement? We'd still love to hear from you - your unique skills and experience could be just what we're looking for. How to Apply: Please read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application form and equal opportunities form to . All this information is also available on our website at . We look forward to hearing from you.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity to play a central role in campaigns and communications that secure funding to help young people to thrive. At a time of real growth for our charity, we are looking for a Campaigns & Communications Manager to join our team. You will plan and deliver two major annual appeals, grow our monthly donor programme, and create compelling communications that deepen supporter engagement and reflect the integrity of our work with young people. What is Jamie's Farm? Jamie's Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges. As part of the dynamic HQ team we offer a beautiful and unique supportive working environment, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to be part of a team that is passionate about making a real difference. More about the role : As Campaigns & Communications Manager you will plan, coordinate and deliver campaigns that engage supporters and drive income. You will develop email journeys, digital content and supporter pathways that grow our monthly donor programme into a sustainable income stream. Alongside this, you will lead the creation of high-quality fundraising communications - from donor updates and impact stories to campaign collateral and web content - ensuring all storytelling is ethical, warm and true to who we are. Location : Jamie's Farm Bath (HQ) preferred but other Jamie's Farm locations considered (London, Lewes, Hereford, Monmouth, Skipton) About you : We are looking for someone with proven experience delivering multi-channel campaigns that drive income - whether through fundraising appeals, matched funding campaigns, or other income-generating programmes. You will also have experience growing an individual giving, monthly donor or membership programme. You will be an exceptional copywriter, able to communicate impact with clarity and warmth, and understand the importance of representing young people responsibly and with dignity. A confident project manager, you are highly organised and able to juggle multiple deadlines, coordinate stakeholders and keep campaigns on track. You are comfortable using data and insight to optimise performance, and bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset to everything you do. This role could suit someone with broader marketing and communications experience including income generating campaigns, who is interested in applying their skills in a fundraising/nonprofit context. Please see the full job description, desired experience and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below. Don't meet every single requirement? We'd still love to hear from you - your unique skills and experience could be just what we're looking for. How to Apply: Please read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application form and equal opportunities form to . All this information is also available on our website at . We look forward to hearing from you.
Children and Young People s Specialist Location: Primarily based across two sites in Northampton Salary: Competitive, based on experience Hours: Full-time, 37 hours/week, some flexibility required Closing Date: Applications due by 16th May 2025 Our charity is looking for a compassionate and motivated Children and Young People s Specialist to support children and young people who have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse. This impactful role is part of our holistic rehabilitation and recovery programme, "Restored." If you are passionate about making a positive difference and empowering others, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Support & Empowerment: Provide specialist, holistic support for children and young people, promoting healing and personal growth. Individualized Care: Develop and oversee support plans tailored to individual needs to ensure progress across key wellbeing areas. Collaboration & Advocacy: Work closely with families and multi-agency teams to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people. Safeguarding & Safety: Act as a Child Protection lead, prioritizing safety and wellbeing in line with safeguarding and Ofsted standards. Programme Delivery: Coordinate and facilitate activities, play sessions, and group programs that foster recovery and resilience. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, data protection compliance, and provide written reports for multi-disciplinary meetings as required. Essential Requirements: Qualifications: A child/youth-related qualification (e.g., NNEB, NVQ Level 3 in Early Years, Youth Work, or equivalent) and a Paediatric First Aid qualification. Experience: Minimum experience working with children of various ages, managing caseloads, and working within a team setting. Skills: Strong interpersonal, crisis management, organizational, and record-keeping skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a small, dedicated team. Knowledge: A deep understanding of domestic abuse impacts, safeguarding practices, and risk management. Personal Qualities: We re seeking someone with empathy, adaptability, and a proactive approach who is committed to inclusiveness, empowerment, and positive change. This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure check. If you re passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of a supportive team then please apply and Join us in transforming lives one family at a time!
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Children and Young People s Specialist Location: Primarily based across two sites in Northampton Salary: Competitive, based on experience Hours: Full-time, 37 hours/week, some flexibility required Closing Date: Applications due by 16th May 2025 Our charity is looking for a compassionate and motivated Children and Young People s Specialist to support children and young people who have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse. This impactful role is part of our holistic rehabilitation and recovery programme, "Restored." If you are passionate about making a positive difference and empowering others, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Support & Empowerment: Provide specialist, holistic support for children and young people, promoting healing and personal growth. Individualized Care: Develop and oversee support plans tailored to individual needs to ensure progress across key wellbeing areas. Collaboration & Advocacy: Work closely with families and multi-agency teams to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people. Safeguarding & Safety: Act as a Child Protection lead, prioritizing safety and wellbeing in line with safeguarding and Ofsted standards. Programme Delivery: Coordinate and facilitate activities, play sessions, and group programs that foster recovery and resilience. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, data protection compliance, and provide written reports for multi-disciplinary meetings as required. Essential Requirements: Qualifications: A child/youth-related qualification (e.g., NNEB, NVQ Level 3 in Early Years, Youth Work, or equivalent) and a Paediatric First Aid qualification. Experience: Minimum experience working with children of various ages, managing caseloads, and working within a team setting. Skills: Strong interpersonal, crisis management, organizational, and record-keeping skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a small, dedicated team. Knowledge: A deep understanding of domestic abuse impacts, safeguarding practices, and risk management. Personal Qualities: We re seeking someone with empathy, adaptability, and a proactive approach who is committed to inclusiveness, empowerment, and positive change. This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure check. If you re passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of a supportive team then please apply and Join us in transforming lives one family at a time!
IPS Grow Fidelity Assurance Lead We are seeking ambitious, adaptable and purpose driven individuals who are motivated by delivering change at scale and improving people s lives through high quality, evidence based practice. If you want to join an impact-driven organisation, improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today! Position: IPS Grow Fidelity Assurance Lead Location: Hybrid/ UK (either North of England and North Wales or South of England and South Wales) Hours: Full-time Salary: £ 39,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Closing date for applications: 9:00am, 27th Apr 2026 First stage 30-minute telephone Zoom interviews will take place: 7th and 8th May 2026 Face to faceinterviews will take place: 21st and 22nd May 2026 The Role A key responsibility of this role is coordinating and undertaking fidelity reviews for the Connect to Work supported employment programme. You will conduct on-site IPS fidelity reviews, produce clear and insightful fidelity reports, and facilitate local Communities of Practice (COPs) to promote shared learning and continuous improvement. Following fidelity reviews they will support the development of action plans that enhance performance, embed best practice, and ensure high quality outcomes for people accessing IPS. Responsibilities include: Quality assurance and fidelity reviews Stakeholder engagement Facilitate learning networks and communities of practice Post holders will receive comprehensive training to build the skills and knowledge required to become a confident and effective IPS fidelity reviewer. This role involves a blend of remote and on site work within either the North of England and North Wales, or South of England and South Wales. Please state your preferred region when applying. The Team IPS Grow is a national programme designed to support the expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services in mental health, primary care, and drug and alcohol teams across England. The programme is in partnership with the Centre for Mental Health. It is funded by NHS England and Improvement (NHSE/I), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID). About You Skills, Experience & Qualifications: IPS experience and expertise: Demonstrable experience working within an IPS service with a solid understanding of the IPS model, the fidelity scale, and their practical application. Applicants with experience in roles such as Employment Specialist, Team Leader, IPS Trainer, or other IPS related positions would all be well suited to this role. Driving quality improvement: Proven experience delivering high fidelity IPS practice, with an understanding of how strong adherence to the fidelity model directly contributes to improved employment outcomes High performance delivery: Experience working in a fast paced, performance driven environment, consistently delivering high quality outputs at volume while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Planning and organisational skills: Manage workloads and competing priorities efficiently and meet deadlines consistently while maintaining detail focussed high-quality output. About the Organisation Since 2007, the organisation has helped to pioneer a series of programmes to improve outcomes for individuals with complex needs. These innovations, including the social impact bond model, have mobilised more than £500 million globally. With sister organisations in the US, Israel, the Netherlands and India the organisation has network of partners across the world. Equality, diversity and inclusion We actively encourage applications from under-represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the social issues we are working to address. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and support a range of flexible working options. The application process uses Applied, a platform developed by the Behavioural Insights Team, to record your application. Applied is focused on using behavioural and data science to improve hiring decisions and minimise unconscious bias in the recruitment process. You will be asked to respond to four situational based questions, which will allow you to express your ability. This role is currently unable to offer sponsorship. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
IPS Grow Fidelity Assurance Lead We are seeking ambitious, adaptable and purpose driven individuals who are motivated by delivering change at scale and improving people s lives through high quality, evidence based practice. If you want to join an impact-driven organisation, improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today! Position: IPS Grow Fidelity Assurance Lead Location: Hybrid/ UK (either North of England and North Wales or South of England and South Wales) Hours: Full-time Salary: £ 39,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Closing date for applications: 9:00am, 27th Apr 2026 First stage 30-minute telephone Zoom interviews will take place: 7th and 8th May 2026 Face to faceinterviews will take place: 21st and 22nd May 2026 The Role A key responsibility of this role is coordinating and undertaking fidelity reviews for the Connect to Work supported employment programme. You will conduct on-site IPS fidelity reviews, produce clear and insightful fidelity reports, and facilitate local Communities of Practice (COPs) to promote shared learning and continuous improvement. Following fidelity reviews they will support the development of action plans that enhance performance, embed best practice, and ensure high quality outcomes for people accessing IPS. Responsibilities include: Quality assurance and fidelity reviews Stakeholder engagement Facilitate learning networks and communities of practice Post holders will receive comprehensive training to build the skills and knowledge required to become a confident and effective IPS fidelity reviewer. This role involves a blend of remote and on site work within either the North of England and North Wales, or South of England and South Wales. Please state your preferred region when applying. The Team IPS Grow is a national programme designed to support the expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services in mental health, primary care, and drug and alcohol teams across England. The programme is in partnership with the Centre for Mental Health. It is funded by NHS England and Improvement (NHSE/I), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID). About You Skills, Experience & Qualifications: IPS experience and expertise: Demonstrable experience working within an IPS service with a solid understanding of the IPS model, the fidelity scale, and their practical application. Applicants with experience in roles such as Employment Specialist, Team Leader, IPS Trainer, or other IPS related positions would all be well suited to this role. Driving quality improvement: Proven experience delivering high fidelity IPS practice, with an understanding of how strong adherence to the fidelity model directly contributes to improved employment outcomes High performance delivery: Experience working in a fast paced, performance driven environment, consistently delivering high quality outputs at volume while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Planning and organisational skills: Manage workloads and competing priorities efficiently and meet deadlines consistently while maintaining detail focussed high-quality output. About the Organisation Since 2007, the organisation has helped to pioneer a series of programmes to improve outcomes for individuals with complex needs. These innovations, including the social impact bond model, have mobilised more than £500 million globally. With sister organisations in the US, Israel, the Netherlands and India the organisation has network of partners across the world. Equality, diversity and inclusion We actively encourage applications from under-represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the social issues we are working to address. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and support a range of flexible working options. The application process uses Applied, a platform developed by the Behavioural Insights Team, to record your application. Applied is focused on using behavioural and data science to improve hiring decisions and minimise unconscious bias in the recruitment process. You will be asked to respond to four situational based questions, which will allow you to express your ability. This role is currently unable to offer sponsorship. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
£53,592 FTE per annum Full time, 35 hours per week Fixed term contract for ending 31st December 2027 This contract has the potential to become permanent. About the role London-based roles: London-based contract with the option of hybrid working between the office and home. We re looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to support the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy s Facilities & Operations team at an exciting time, to lead on major procurement activity across the organisation to deliver value for money for our members, best practice contract management and ensure we are maximising value from our supplier relationships. The CSP is a dynamic organisation with an ambitious corporate strategy to increase our support to members and ensure we are fit for purpose as a sector-leading hybrid working organisation. The Procurement Manager is a key appointment offering the opportunity to shape and professionalise procurement across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, achieving savings, and building lasting capability in procurement and contract management, ensuring fit for purpose services are achieved across the Society in a value for money led, well-coordinated way for the benefit of our members, now and in the future. This is particularly important to us as we embark on a multiyear programme of Digital Transformation, which involves reprocuring business critical contracts and embedding positive supplier relationships. The Facilities & Operations team work as part of the Corporate Services and Infrastructure (CSI) directorate. CSI is a centre for excellence; a collection of professionals leading the CSP in its ambition to be a modern, influential and impactful organisation. Our Charter aligns strongly to the CSP s values and recognises the connection between our work, that of our colleagues and the care our members provide to patients. Are you: A leader and collaborator, looking for an outstanding opportunity to lead on transformation across the organisation? A solutions focused and big picture thinker, who is able to challenge and shape efficiencies across the organisation? Driven and passionate about building effective relationships and maximising value for money? Able to challenge well and support budget holders development at all levels across the organisation? A values-led and trusted people leader with strong technical skills? If so, we want to hear from you! Please note, the current expectation is that colleagues will travel to the office one day per week throughout the year, on specified days agreed with line manager in advance. Working arrangements Hybrid working The CSP operates a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work between their home and the office. While we do not stipulate the number of days in the office, employees can decide, through discussions with their line managers, how, when, and where they work best, balancing the needs of the CSP, the team, and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which include a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from. Flexible working We currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. We are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs. Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy? The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare. At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for our members. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please visit the website for further information. How to apply Please click on the Apply online tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to six criteria, which can be found in the Candidate Information Pack. Closing date: 10am, 6th May 2026. Shortlisting outcome: 7th May 2026. Interview date: 14th May 2026. Equality, Diversity and Belonging Accessibility and adjustments To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages. Please contact HR, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability Confident Scheme As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet the six essential criteria we have selected will normally be shortlisted for interview. There may be occasions, such as having a high-volume of applications, where it is not possible to interview all Disability Confident candidates who meet the six selected essential criteria for the role. We may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both candidates with and without disabilities. In these circumstances, we will ensure that a proportionate number of disabled candidates are shortlisted for interview. Our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please visit the website. NO AGENCIES
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
£53,592 FTE per annum Full time, 35 hours per week Fixed term contract for ending 31st December 2027 This contract has the potential to become permanent. About the role London-based roles: London-based contract with the option of hybrid working between the office and home. We re looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to support the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy s Facilities & Operations team at an exciting time, to lead on major procurement activity across the organisation to deliver value for money for our members, best practice contract management and ensure we are maximising value from our supplier relationships. The CSP is a dynamic organisation with an ambitious corporate strategy to increase our support to members and ensure we are fit for purpose as a sector-leading hybrid working organisation. The Procurement Manager is a key appointment offering the opportunity to shape and professionalise procurement across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, achieving savings, and building lasting capability in procurement and contract management, ensuring fit for purpose services are achieved across the Society in a value for money led, well-coordinated way for the benefit of our members, now and in the future. This is particularly important to us as we embark on a multiyear programme of Digital Transformation, which involves reprocuring business critical contracts and embedding positive supplier relationships. The Facilities & Operations team work as part of the Corporate Services and Infrastructure (CSI) directorate. CSI is a centre for excellence; a collection of professionals leading the CSP in its ambition to be a modern, influential and impactful organisation. Our Charter aligns strongly to the CSP s values and recognises the connection between our work, that of our colleagues and the care our members provide to patients. Are you: A leader and collaborator, looking for an outstanding opportunity to lead on transformation across the organisation? A solutions focused and big picture thinker, who is able to challenge and shape efficiencies across the organisation? Driven and passionate about building effective relationships and maximising value for money? Able to challenge well and support budget holders development at all levels across the organisation? A values-led and trusted people leader with strong technical skills? If so, we want to hear from you! Please note, the current expectation is that colleagues will travel to the office one day per week throughout the year, on specified days agreed with line manager in advance. Working arrangements Hybrid working The CSP operates a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work between their home and the office. While we do not stipulate the number of days in the office, employees can decide, through discussions with their line managers, how, when, and where they work best, balancing the needs of the CSP, the team, and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which include a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from. Flexible working We currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. We are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs. Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy? The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare. At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for our members. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please visit the website for further information. How to apply Please click on the Apply online tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to six criteria, which can be found in the Candidate Information Pack. Closing date: 10am, 6th May 2026. Shortlisting outcome: 7th May 2026. Interview date: 14th May 2026. Equality, Diversity and Belonging Accessibility and adjustments To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages. Please contact HR, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability Confident Scheme As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet the six essential criteria we have selected will normally be shortlisted for interview. There may be occasions, such as having a high-volume of applications, where it is not possible to interview all Disability Confident candidates who meet the six selected essential criteria for the role. We may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both candidates with and without disabilities. In these circumstances, we will ensure that a proportionate number of disabled candidates are shortlisted for interview. Our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please visit the website. NO AGENCIES
More About The Role We Make Morrisons From a Bradford market stall to the UK s fourth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We re recruiting for a high performing Fresh Food Manager to help our business to continue to grow and succeed. Market street is what makes us different, our close relationships with farmers and growers means we know exactly where our food comes from - so we re able to deliver good quality and great value on Market Street every day With a passion for Fresh Food and a keen eye for details. Our Fresh Food Managers take a pride in the availability of our products, putting the customer at the heart of everything we do whilst delivering exceptional customer service by listening and responding to our customers Reporting into the Store Manager, you will also: Lead and empower colleagues to always put the customer first and deliver outstanding customer service Listen and respond to our customers feedback and react accordingly Ensure market leading availability across the store. Work with the other Managers in store to lead a supportive and performance driven department Efficiently manage all people routines, taking accountability of department(s) scheduling, absence, performance and talent conversations Deliver training to ensure team have the capability and confidence to deliver their role Enable colleagues to work with confidence across various departments Identify and develop talent within the department Build effective relationships with other operating departments Lead colleagues to work with purpose, delivering outstanding performance against all relevant targets across the department(s) Take a leadership role within the store Ensure resource is planned thoroughly How do we say thank you? You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary and superb benefits package. Want more? Our benefits package not only includes a generous bonus but you will also receive an attractive pension scheme, private healthcare as well as a colleague discount that we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We also offer a range of family friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave. No doubt you'll have shopped in our stores before, but why not take a look at some of the areas our customers don't see, such as our warehouses and colleague canteens to get a real taste of life at Morrisons. Explore using our 360 tour here. About You Whether it's previous experience working in the retail industry or you have experience in hospitality, the service industry or travel & tourism, if you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service then we want to hear from you. What do we need from you? Experience of managing a team in a fast paced environment You will need to be a great communicator who can share knowledge, experience and best practices You will need to have the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across all areas whilst remaining flexible You must be adaptable to change, whilst being able to challenge effectively As a Manager, you will actively listen to and respond effectively to customers and colleagues We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. About The Company Shopkeepers for over 100 years, we love providing our customers with a great shopping experience they won t find anywhere else. At just under 500 stores across the UK, our retail colleagues work as one team to provide plenty of food essentials, a great service and a buzz people enjoy. It s why our customers keep coming back for more. The UK s 4th largest supermarket, we provide great value for money and good quality fresh food and groceries to over 11 million customers every week. Our focus on freshness makes us stand out as we prepare more fresh food in-store than any other supermarket. It s challenging. It s fast-paced. But from Market Street to checkout our friendly team loves going above and beyond to bring our customers what they want. At Morrisons we believe in investing in our colleagues and industry-leading training programmes. We provide our colleagues with the opportunities they need to make it to the top. Many of our store managers started out on the shop floor. They ve been there and done that. It s how they know how to support our colleagues and help our customers so well.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
More About The Role We Make Morrisons From a Bradford market stall to the UK s fourth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We re recruiting for a high performing Fresh Food Manager to help our business to continue to grow and succeed. Market street is what makes us different, our close relationships with farmers and growers means we know exactly where our food comes from - so we re able to deliver good quality and great value on Market Street every day With a passion for Fresh Food and a keen eye for details. Our Fresh Food Managers take a pride in the availability of our products, putting the customer at the heart of everything we do whilst delivering exceptional customer service by listening and responding to our customers Reporting into the Store Manager, you will also: Lead and empower colleagues to always put the customer first and deliver outstanding customer service Listen and respond to our customers feedback and react accordingly Ensure market leading availability across the store. Work with the other Managers in store to lead a supportive and performance driven department Efficiently manage all people routines, taking accountability of department(s) scheduling, absence, performance and talent conversations Deliver training to ensure team have the capability and confidence to deliver their role Enable colleagues to work with confidence across various departments Identify and develop talent within the department Build effective relationships with other operating departments Lead colleagues to work with purpose, delivering outstanding performance against all relevant targets across the department(s) Take a leadership role within the store Ensure resource is planned thoroughly How do we say thank you? You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary and superb benefits package. Want more? Our benefits package not only includes a generous bonus but you will also receive an attractive pension scheme, private healthcare as well as a colleague discount that we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We also offer a range of family friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave. No doubt you'll have shopped in our stores before, but why not take a look at some of the areas our customers don't see, such as our warehouses and colleague canteens to get a real taste of life at Morrisons. Explore using our 360 tour here. About You Whether it's previous experience working in the retail industry or you have experience in hospitality, the service industry or travel & tourism, if you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service then we want to hear from you. What do we need from you? Experience of managing a team in a fast paced environment You will need to be a great communicator who can share knowledge, experience and best practices You will need to have the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across all areas whilst remaining flexible You must be adaptable to change, whilst being able to challenge effectively As a Manager, you will actively listen to and respond effectively to customers and colleagues We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. About The Company Shopkeepers for over 100 years, we love providing our customers with a great shopping experience they won t find anywhere else. At just under 500 stores across the UK, our retail colleagues work as one team to provide plenty of food essentials, a great service and a buzz people enjoy. It s why our customers keep coming back for more. The UK s 4th largest supermarket, we provide great value for money and good quality fresh food and groceries to over 11 million customers every week. Our focus on freshness makes us stand out as we prepare more fresh food in-store than any other supermarket. It s challenging. It s fast-paced. But from Market Street to checkout our friendly team loves going above and beyond to bring our customers what they want. At Morrisons we believe in investing in our colleagues and industry-leading training programmes. We provide our colleagues with the opportunities they need to make it to the top. Many of our store managers started out on the shop floor. They ve been there and done that. It s how they know how to support our colleagues and help our customers so well.
Salesforce Technical Architect (Hands-On) Location: London (On-site - minimum 40% of time, non-negotiable) Engagement Type: Full-time 1. Job Summary We are seeking a hands-on Salesforce Technical Architect to provide architectural leadership across a Salesforce platform serving internal and external users in a regulated environment. This role is explicitly hands-on. The Technical Architect is expected to: Define and document the right target architecture Validate architectural decisions through directly executed Proofs of Concept (POCs) Produce high-quality architecture artefacts for governance and design forums Lead performance engineering and optimisation for a customised Salesforce org, with a strategic focus on transitioning to Salesforce out-of-the-box (OOB) capabilities wherever possible. This is not a purely advisory role, architecture documentation must be grounded in real, tested solutions proven through hands-on implementation. 2. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Leadership Define end-to-end Salesforce solution architecture aligned to business needs, platform strategy, and regulatory constraints. Own architecture artefacts including: High-level and low-level design documents Data model designs Integration and security models Present architecture proposals and design decisions to technical and governance forums. Hands-On Validation & POCs Design and build Proofs of Concept personally to validate architectural patterns, technical feasibility, and non-functional requirements. Use outcomes from successful POCs to directly inform architecture documentation and design recommendations. Assess platform constraints, risks, and trade-offs through hands-on experimentation. Governance & Standards Ensure architecture aligns with FCA governance, security, and compliance expectations. Define and enforce architectural guardrails, patterns, and standards for Salesforce development teams. Review significant technical designs and data model changes for architectural alignment and downstream impact. Collaboration & Delivery Support Work closely with Product Owners, Technical Leads, and delivery teams to ensure architecture is practical and deliverable. Support teams during complex delivery phases, releases, or remediation activities. Provide architectural guidance while remaining pragmatic and delivery-focused. 3. Essential Skills & Experience Strong Salesforce technical architecture capability in enterprise-scale orgs. Extensive hands-on experience designing and building solutions using: Apex Lightning Web Components Salesforce configuration and data model design Strong architectural knowledge of: Salesforce platform architecture Service Cloud and Experience Cloud Security, identity, and access controls Data model remediation and refactoring Proven ability to produce clear, governance-ready architecture documentation. Strong communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to senior and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working within regulated or audit-heavy environments. 4. Nice-to-Have Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or progress toward CTA. Experience supporting large-scale Salesforce transformations or remediation programmes. Experience in financial services or public sector environments. 5. Certifications Essential: Salesforce Administrator Platform App Builder Platform Developer I Strongly Preferred: Platform Developer II Integration Architecture Designer Data Architecture & Management Designer Sharing & Visibility Designer
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
Salesforce Technical Architect (Hands-On) Location: London (On-site - minimum 40% of time, non-negotiable) Engagement Type: Full-time 1. Job Summary We are seeking a hands-on Salesforce Technical Architect to provide architectural leadership across a Salesforce platform serving internal and external users in a regulated environment. This role is explicitly hands-on. The Technical Architect is expected to: Define and document the right target architecture Validate architectural decisions through directly executed Proofs of Concept (POCs) Produce high-quality architecture artefacts for governance and design forums Lead performance engineering and optimisation for a customised Salesforce org, with a strategic focus on transitioning to Salesforce out-of-the-box (OOB) capabilities wherever possible. This is not a purely advisory role, architecture documentation must be grounded in real, tested solutions proven through hands-on implementation. 2. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Leadership Define end-to-end Salesforce solution architecture aligned to business needs, platform strategy, and regulatory constraints. Own architecture artefacts including: High-level and low-level design documents Data model designs Integration and security models Present architecture proposals and design decisions to technical and governance forums. Hands-On Validation & POCs Design and build Proofs of Concept personally to validate architectural patterns, technical feasibility, and non-functional requirements. Use outcomes from successful POCs to directly inform architecture documentation and design recommendations. Assess platform constraints, risks, and trade-offs through hands-on experimentation. Governance & Standards Ensure architecture aligns with FCA governance, security, and compliance expectations. Define and enforce architectural guardrails, patterns, and standards for Salesforce development teams. Review significant technical designs and data model changes for architectural alignment and downstream impact. Collaboration & Delivery Support Work closely with Product Owners, Technical Leads, and delivery teams to ensure architecture is practical and deliverable. Support teams during complex delivery phases, releases, or remediation activities. Provide architectural guidance while remaining pragmatic and delivery-focused. 3. Essential Skills & Experience Strong Salesforce technical architecture capability in enterprise-scale orgs. Extensive hands-on experience designing and building solutions using: Apex Lightning Web Components Salesforce configuration and data model design Strong architectural knowledge of: Salesforce platform architecture Service Cloud and Experience Cloud Security, identity, and access controls Data model remediation and refactoring Proven ability to produce clear, governance-ready architecture documentation. Strong communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to senior and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working within regulated or audit-heavy environments. 4. Nice-to-Have Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or progress toward CTA. Experience supporting large-scale Salesforce transformations or remediation programmes. Experience in financial services or public sector environments. 5. Certifications Essential: Salesforce Administrator Platform App Builder Platform Developer I Strongly Preferred: Platform Developer II Integration Architecture Designer Data Architecture & Management Designer Sharing & Visibility Designer
Role: Specialist, Product Management Description: Drives the end-to-end product vision, working closely with business and technology teams to deliver impactful solutions for customers. This role aligns to industry level title such as Product Specialist, Senior Product Manager, Product Manager II. Division: Assessment & Qualifications Delivery Location: Hellaby (Rotherham), UK About UK Assessment & Qualifications: We are responsible for the delivery of nearly 4 million examination results per annum, including A-Level, GCSE, BTEC and T-levels for students in UK and International centres. Our in-house systems process every learner from registration to marking and certification, in a highly regulated business. We currently operate a hybrid estate of predominantly bespoke systems, with an ongoing strategic transformation programme to migrate from on-prem to cloud based, cost effective, scalable, and resilient services. The Role Individuals in the Product Management roles are accountable for defining and executing product strategy and the value and viability of what the product team builds, ensuring the product value proposition, and overseeing the viability of products and their features. You will collaborate with Business Analysts, business stakeholders, technical architects, developers, and other technical SMEs to support the transformation programme across the Qualifications and Consumer pillars with UK Assessment & Qualifications. Within a complex environment, you will represent the interests of the business, informing and supporting tactical and strategic decision-making to ensure proposed solutions align with organisational strategy and vision. Key Accountabilities Develop strong ties with business and technology stakeholders to understand the context of the UK qualifications division to co-create solutions to business problems. Ensure customer requirements are captured and documented, maintaining appropriately sized and prioritised backlogs for delivery into a release. Work with business and technology colleagues to ensure requirements are in line with strategy, will drive business improvement and are clear and fully understood. Work with technology teams to deliver refined requirements to time and budget, and deliver the business benefit outlined in the business case. Provide a point of contact between business stakeholders and technology teams - including development progress updates. Ensuring demonstrations of progress are provided to stakeholders and user feedback is used to inform continuous improvement. Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap to ensure the team builds valuable, viable solutions. Drive efforts to uncover and validate customer problems, write Market Requirements Documents (MRDs) and Product Requirements Documents (PRDs). Define and map existing and target business processes. Ensure all analytical artefacts are produced in a consistent and timely manner with a high degree of accuracy and completeness. Consider functional and non-functional requirements for any proposed solution. Work as part of a project team to deliver projects to schedule whilst ensuring deliverables remain in line with strategy and within defined scope. Track and analyze product performance to ensure solutions deliver the intended value. What are we looking for? Practitioner of delivery using Agile methodologies, with experience of using JIRA an advantage. Experience of identifying business problems statements, identifying solutions and automation opportunities Experience of business process transformation Experience of supporting the development lifecycle for requirements from concept through to testing and usage. Skilled in translating requirements into quality user stories with clear and valid acceptance criteria Understand the principles of good software development Ability to work independently with strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills Ability to build partnerships and work in a collaborative environment Strategic thinker with the ability to motivate and drive tactical execution Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in a teamwork environment Highly organised with strong time management including the ability to coordinate multiple efforts and address changes in priorities. Strong oral and written communication skills particularly to support cross business and technology dialogue including demonstrating progress and communicating issues to stakeholders Self-motivated with a proven ability to motivate and empower others Possess the Core skills such as Customer Discovery, Product Development, Data Analysis, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Strategic thinking and technology road map Ability to quickly understand business detail in unfamiliar areas. Ability to create and maintain accurate artefacts that can be clearly understood by a variety of stakeholders. Experience of eliciting and refining stakeholder requirements desirable Job Location and Hours The role is aligned to our Hellaby, Rotherham office, which is located at Junction 1 of the M18. We work a 37.5-hour week, with all our team free to flex their day around our core hours, which are Monday to Friday, 10 to 4 GMT/BST. All our roles are hybrid working; for this role, that means working from the Hellaby office at least once a week, with up to 3 days a week being required for key periods or projects. Occasional business travel to other Pearson sites may also be required.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Role: Specialist, Product Management Description: Drives the end-to-end product vision, working closely with business and technology teams to deliver impactful solutions for customers. This role aligns to industry level title such as Product Specialist, Senior Product Manager, Product Manager II. Division: Assessment & Qualifications Delivery Location: Hellaby (Rotherham), UK About UK Assessment & Qualifications: We are responsible for the delivery of nearly 4 million examination results per annum, including A-Level, GCSE, BTEC and T-levels for students in UK and International centres. Our in-house systems process every learner from registration to marking and certification, in a highly regulated business. We currently operate a hybrid estate of predominantly bespoke systems, with an ongoing strategic transformation programme to migrate from on-prem to cloud based, cost effective, scalable, and resilient services. The Role Individuals in the Product Management roles are accountable for defining and executing product strategy and the value and viability of what the product team builds, ensuring the product value proposition, and overseeing the viability of products and their features. You will collaborate with Business Analysts, business stakeholders, technical architects, developers, and other technical SMEs to support the transformation programme across the Qualifications and Consumer pillars with UK Assessment & Qualifications. Within a complex environment, you will represent the interests of the business, informing and supporting tactical and strategic decision-making to ensure proposed solutions align with organisational strategy and vision. Key Accountabilities Develop strong ties with business and technology stakeholders to understand the context of the UK qualifications division to co-create solutions to business problems. Ensure customer requirements are captured and documented, maintaining appropriately sized and prioritised backlogs for delivery into a release. Work with business and technology colleagues to ensure requirements are in line with strategy, will drive business improvement and are clear and fully understood. Work with technology teams to deliver refined requirements to time and budget, and deliver the business benefit outlined in the business case. Provide a point of contact between business stakeholders and technology teams - including development progress updates. Ensuring demonstrations of progress are provided to stakeholders and user feedback is used to inform continuous improvement. Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap to ensure the team builds valuable, viable solutions. Drive efforts to uncover and validate customer problems, write Market Requirements Documents (MRDs) and Product Requirements Documents (PRDs). Define and map existing and target business processes. Ensure all analytical artefacts are produced in a consistent and timely manner with a high degree of accuracy and completeness. Consider functional and non-functional requirements for any proposed solution. Work as part of a project team to deliver projects to schedule whilst ensuring deliverables remain in line with strategy and within defined scope. Track and analyze product performance to ensure solutions deliver the intended value. What are we looking for? Practitioner of delivery using Agile methodologies, with experience of using JIRA an advantage. Experience of identifying business problems statements, identifying solutions and automation opportunities Experience of business process transformation Experience of supporting the development lifecycle for requirements from concept through to testing and usage. Skilled in translating requirements into quality user stories with clear and valid acceptance criteria Understand the principles of good software development Ability to work independently with strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills Ability to build partnerships and work in a collaborative environment Strategic thinker with the ability to motivate and drive tactical execution Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in a teamwork environment Highly organised with strong time management including the ability to coordinate multiple efforts and address changes in priorities. Strong oral and written communication skills particularly to support cross business and technology dialogue including demonstrating progress and communicating issues to stakeholders Self-motivated with a proven ability to motivate and empower others Possess the Core skills such as Customer Discovery, Product Development, Data Analysis, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Strategic thinking and technology road map Ability to quickly understand business detail in unfamiliar areas. Ability to create and maintain accurate artefacts that can be clearly understood by a variety of stakeholders. Experience of eliciting and refining stakeholder requirements desirable Job Location and Hours The role is aligned to our Hellaby, Rotherham office, which is located at Junction 1 of the M18. We work a 37.5-hour week, with all our team free to flex their day around our core hours, which are Monday to Friday, 10 to 4 GMT/BST. All our roles are hybrid working; for this role, that means working from the Hellaby office at least once a week, with up to 3 days a week being required for key periods or projects. Occasional business travel to other Pearson sites may also be required.
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for Senior Operations Contracts Lead (East of England) Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 Location: Based across multiple locations with the flexibility to work from home up to two days each week. This role is responsible for services across Essex, Hertfordshire and Kent. It can be based at Chelmsford, Maidstone or Canterbury with regular travel to the other locations. The expectation is that a minimum of three days per week are spent in face-to-face, in-person contact (e.g. in Women s Centres, Estates or external visits), with a monthly visit to the Head Office in Hammersmith. Visits may also required to HMP Peterborough and HMP Bronzefield. Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: As an experienced senior manager with a proven track record of leadership in providing services to women in contact with the criminal justice system and working with partners and funders, you will manage criminal justice projects, work to develop and expand our services and partnerships and manage criminal justice managers and other staff as required. You will work with the management team to ensure, manage and oversee that the services work within the budget, are complaint with financial regulations, policies and procedures, and meet funding and Advance requirements. About You: To be successful as the Senior Operations Contracts Lead you will need the below experience and skills: A thorough understanding of and knowledge of the issues relating to women in the criminal justice system A sound knowledge of safeguarding adult and children principles, child abuse, child protection issues and safeguarding A good knowledge and understanding of organisational systems and frameworks, line management and project management Significant experience, likely to have been gained over several years, of strategic planning and operational management at a service manager level, and developing and delivering services at senior service management level Significant experience of working with women and/or service users with a complex range of needs, particularly within the criminal justice system, in custody and/or community. Experience of developing relationships with funders/commissioners and achieving required outcomes Experience of implementing quality assurance frameworks, monitoring, evaluating and measuring impact Strong influencing skills, enthusiasm, self-confidence, excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills , and a can do proactive solution focussed approach Strong negotiating skills and the ability to build strong and effective relationships and partnerships, dealing with ambiguity and resolving conflict effectively, achieving the right outcomes for the organisation, collaborating and networking Able to think, act and plan strategically to develop practical and creative solutions to the management of existing and new services and complex problems that may arise while maintaining high levels of diplomacy and professionalism How to apply: Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered. Closing Date for Applications : Sunday 10th May 2026 Interviews are taking place on the 26th and 28th of May 2026 Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: A 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day , and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for Senior Operations Contracts Lead (East of England) Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 Location: Based across multiple locations with the flexibility to work from home up to two days each week. This role is responsible for services across Essex, Hertfordshire and Kent. It can be based at Chelmsford, Maidstone or Canterbury with regular travel to the other locations. The expectation is that a minimum of three days per week are spent in face-to-face, in-person contact (e.g. in Women s Centres, Estates or external visits), with a monthly visit to the Head Office in Hammersmith. Visits may also required to HMP Peterborough and HMP Bronzefield. Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: As an experienced senior manager with a proven track record of leadership in providing services to women in contact with the criminal justice system and working with partners and funders, you will manage criminal justice projects, work to develop and expand our services and partnerships and manage criminal justice managers and other staff as required. You will work with the management team to ensure, manage and oversee that the services work within the budget, are complaint with financial regulations, policies and procedures, and meet funding and Advance requirements. About You: To be successful as the Senior Operations Contracts Lead you will need the below experience and skills: A thorough understanding of and knowledge of the issues relating to women in the criminal justice system A sound knowledge of safeguarding adult and children principles, child abuse, child protection issues and safeguarding A good knowledge and understanding of organisational systems and frameworks, line management and project management Significant experience, likely to have been gained over several years, of strategic planning and operational management at a service manager level, and developing and delivering services at senior service management level Significant experience of working with women and/or service users with a complex range of needs, particularly within the criminal justice system, in custody and/or community. Experience of developing relationships with funders/commissioners and achieving required outcomes Experience of implementing quality assurance frameworks, monitoring, evaluating and measuring impact Strong influencing skills, enthusiasm, self-confidence, excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills , and a can do proactive solution focussed approach Strong negotiating skills and the ability to build strong and effective relationships and partnerships, dealing with ambiguity and resolving conflict effectively, achieving the right outcomes for the organisation, collaborating and networking Able to think, act and plan strategically to develop practical and creative solutions to the management of existing and new services and complex problems that may arise while maintaining high levels of diplomacy and professionalism How to apply: Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered. Closing Date for Applications : Sunday 10th May 2026 Interviews are taking place on the 26th and 28th of May 2026 Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: A 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day , and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operative Location: Taunton Hourly Rate: 12.71 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (4 months/ possibly longer term) Working Hours: 40 hours ( Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 16:00) We currently require a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team in Taunton to support during the busy spring and summer seasons. You will keep several grounds across the region in a wonderful condition for our clients, through grass cutting; using a ride on and pedestrian mower, strimming, pruning, weeding, shrub and border maintenance, litter picking and any other related horticultural duties. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment. Requirements Previous Grounds Maintenance working experience. Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Reliable with a can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset. A full valid UK driving licence is essential. PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage but not essential. Why join us? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. What we offer Career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. A diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact & make a real difference in the community and environment. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging competitive benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata). Full Workwear & PPE provided. Healthcare & Wellbeing platform. Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Support for personal and professional challenges. Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances Colleague of the month and annual awards. Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operative Location: Taunton Hourly Rate: 12.71 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (4 months/ possibly longer term) Working Hours: 40 hours ( Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 16:00) We currently require a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team in Taunton to support during the busy spring and summer seasons. You will keep several grounds across the region in a wonderful condition for our clients, through grass cutting; using a ride on and pedestrian mower, strimming, pruning, weeding, shrub and border maintenance, litter picking and any other related horticultural duties. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment. Requirements Previous Grounds Maintenance working experience. Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Reliable with a can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset. A full valid UK driving licence is essential. PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage but not essential. Why join us? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. What we offer Career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. A diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact & make a real difference in the community and environment. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging competitive benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata). Full Workwear & PPE provided. Healthcare & Wellbeing platform. Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Support for personal and professional challenges. Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances Colleague of the month and annual awards. Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
More About The Role We Make Morrisons From a Bradford market stall to the UK s fifth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We re recruiting for a high performing Trading Manager to help our business to continue to grow and succeed. Making sure our stores are fully stocked is key to a fantastic customer experience, which is why this roe is so vital to our success. It s the job of our Trading Manager to provide the best availability and standards possible for our customers across all departments, ensuring that they remain legal and safe. Reporting into the Store Manager, you will also: Lead the team to the very best standard and strive to ensure the best shopping experience for every customer who walks into our store Plan and organise current promotions or in-store events Listen and respond to our customers feedback and react accordingly Ensure market leading availability across the store Work with the other Managers in store to lead a supportive and performance driven department Efficiently manage all people routines, taking accountability of department(s) scheduling, absence, performance and talent conversations Deliver training to ensure team have the capability and confidence to deliver their role Motivate and lead colleagues to work with confidence across various departments Identify and develop talent within the department Build effective relationships with other operating departments Lead colleagues to work with purpose, delivering outstanding performance against all relevant targets across the department(s) Take a leadership role within the store Ensure resource is planned thoroughly How do we say thank you? You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary and superb benefits package. Want more? Our benefits package not only includes a generous bonus but you will also receive an attractive pension scheme, private healthcare as well as a colleague discount that we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We also offer a range of family friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave. No doubt you'll have shopped in our stores before, but why not take a look at some of the areas our customers don't see, such as our warehouses and colleague canteens to get a real taste of life at Morrisons. Explore using our 360 tour, please click here. About You Whether it's previous experience working in the retail industry or you have experience in hospitality, the service industry or travel & tourism, if you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service then we want to hear from you. What do we need from you? Experience of managing a team in a fast paced environment You will need to be a great communicator who can share knowledge, experience and best practices You will need to have the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across all areas whilst remaining flexible You must be adaptable to change, whilst being able to challenge effectively As a Manager, you will actively listen to and respond effectively to customers and colleagues We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. About The Company Shopkeepers for over 125 years, we love providing our customers with a great shopping experience they won t find anywhere else. At just under 500 stores across the UK, our retail colleagues work as one team to provide plenty of food essentials, a great service and a buzz people enjoy. It s why our customers keep coming back for more. The UK s 5th largest supermarket, we provide great value for money and good quality fresh food and groceries to over 11 million customers every week. Our focus on freshness makes us stand out as we prepare more fresh food in-store than any other supermarket. It s challenging. It s fast-paced. But from Market Street to checkout our friendly team loves going above and beyond to bring our customers what they want. At Morrisons we believe in investing in our colleagues and industry-leading training programmes. We provide our colleagues with the opportunities they need to make it to the top. Many of our store managers started out on the shop floor. They ve been there and done that. It s how they know how to support our colleagues and help our customers so well.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
More About The Role We Make Morrisons From a Bradford market stall to the UK s fifth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We re recruiting for a high performing Trading Manager to help our business to continue to grow and succeed. Making sure our stores are fully stocked is key to a fantastic customer experience, which is why this roe is so vital to our success. It s the job of our Trading Manager to provide the best availability and standards possible for our customers across all departments, ensuring that they remain legal and safe. Reporting into the Store Manager, you will also: Lead the team to the very best standard and strive to ensure the best shopping experience for every customer who walks into our store Plan and organise current promotions or in-store events Listen and respond to our customers feedback and react accordingly Ensure market leading availability across the store Work with the other Managers in store to lead a supportive and performance driven department Efficiently manage all people routines, taking accountability of department(s) scheduling, absence, performance and talent conversations Deliver training to ensure team have the capability and confidence to deliver their role Motivate and lead colleagues to work with confidence across various departments Identify and develop talent within the department Build effective relationships with other operating departments Lead colleagues to work with purpose, delivering outstanding performance against all relevant targets across the department(s) Take a leadership role within the store Ensure resource is planned thoroughly How do we say thank you? You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary and superb benefits package. Want more? Our benefits package not only includes a generous bonus but you will also receive an attractive pension scheme, private healthcare as well as a colleague discount that we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We also offer a range of family friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave. No doubt you'll have shopped in our stores before, but why not take a look at some of the areas our customers don't see, such as our warehouses and colleague canteens to get a real taste of life at Morrisons. Explore using our 360 tour, please click here. About You Whether it's previous experience working in the retail industry or you have experience in hospitality, the service industry or travel & tourism, if you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service then we want to hear from you. What do we need from you? Experience of managing a team in a fast paced environment You will need to be a great communicator who can share knowledge, experience and best practices You will need to have the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across all areas whilst remaining flexible You must be adaptable to change, whilst being able to challenge effectively As a Manager, you will actively listen to and respond effectively to customers and colleagues We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. About The Company Shopkeepers for over 125 years, we love providing our customers with a great shopping experience they won t find anywhere else. At just under 500 stores across the UK, our retail colleagues work as one team to provide plenty of food essentials, a great service and a buzz people enjoy. It s why our customers keep coming back for more. The UK s 5th largest supermarket, we provide great value for money and good quality fresh food and groceries to over 11 million customers every week. Our focus on freshness makes us stand out as we prepare more fresh food in-store than any other supermarket. It s challenging. It s fast-paced. But from Market Street to checkout our friendly team loves going above and beyond to bring our customers what they want. At Morrisons we believe in investing in our colleagues and industry-leading training programmes. We provide our colleagues with the opportunities they need to make it to the top. Many of our store managers started out on the shop floor. They ve been there and done that. It s how they know how to support our colleagues and help our customers so well.
