Semi Senior Accountant / Wisbech / £30,000 Giving you more pay, more flexibility and the opportunity to continuously develop your career. The firm is respected with a great leader and a strong regional presence. The firm: Well known and well respected accountancy firm Offer a broad range of accounting and business advisory services Forward thinking and embrace technology Great working environment The Accounts Semi Senior role: As an Accounts Semi Senior, you will be expected to prepare financial statements in accordance with relevant financial reporting standards from source documents/records to final accounts for review by the appropriate manager. Prepare accounting schedules to support the balances and transactions included in the financial statements. Adhere to proper accounting standards. Work on a wide range of accounts. Effectively manage time to ensure that jobs are finished within budget. Meet deadlines. Develop and maintain good client relations. Liaise with clients directly or through relevant manager to resolve queries or obtain further information. Ensure a high level of service to meet client's expectations. Ensure that all hours worked on assignments are correctly recorded. Make timely and relevant recommendations in relation to accounting matters, financial reporting and accounting systems in use (including software). Additional Accounts Semi Senior responsibilities: Assistance with bookkeeping, VAT return preparation Prepare control account reconciliations and other month end procedures Prepare quarterly management accounts for onward submission to clients The ideal Accounts Semi Senior candidate: AAT level 3 or 4, ACCA or ACA studier Minimum 1 year's experience Strong practical knowledge/experience of accounts preparation within a practice environment. Strong double entry knowledge and skill. Cloud based accounting systems knowledge including Sage, Xero, and Quickbooks Strong IT skills including Word, Outlook and Excel, to an intermediate level, for the production of letters and spreadsheets. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Basic tax knowledge - awareness of how to do tax computations, PAYE, VAT. Accuracy. Organisational/time management skills. Confident when dealing with clients and getting your views across. Methodical and logical thinking. Use initiative to identify problems and provide solutions. Ability to operate strict deadlines and handle conflicting priorities. Ability to work within a team and to assist one another as and when required. If you like the sound of this, please get in touch immediately to discuss your options and any other opportunities we have. ProTalent are specialty recruiters of Practice Accountants, and we help quality accountants find their dream roles to improve their lives.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Semi Senior Accountant / Wisbech / £30,000 Giving you more pay, more flexibility and the opportunity to continuously develop your career. The firm is respected with a great leader and a strong regional presence. The firm: Well known and well respected accountancy firm Offer a broad range of accounting and business advisory services Forward thinking and embrace technology Great working environment The Accounts Semi Senior role: As an Accounts Semi Senior, you will be expected to prepare financial statements in accordance with relevant financial reporting standards from source documents/records to final accounts for review by the appropriate manager. Prepare accounting schedules to support the balances and transactions included in the financial statements. Adhere to proper accounting standards. Work on a wide range of accounts. Effectively manage time to ensure that jobs are finished within budget. Meet deadlines. Develop and maintain good client relations. Liaise with clients directly or through relevant manager to resolve queries or obtain further information. Ensure a high level of service to meet client's expectations. Ensure that all hours worked on assignments are correctly recorded. Make timely and relevant recommendations in relation to accounting matters, financial reporting and accounting systems in use (including software). Additional Accounts Semi Senior responsibilities: Assistance with bookkeeping, VAT return preparation Prepare control account reconciliations and other month end procedures Prepare quarterly management accounts for onward submission to clients The ideal Accounts Semi Senior candidate: AAT level 3 or 4, ACCA or ACA studier Minimum 1 year's experience Strong practical knowledge/experience of accounts preparation within a practice environment. Strong double entry knowledge and skill. Cloud based accounting systems knowledge including Sage, Xero, and Quickbooks Strong IT skills including Word, Outlook and Excel, to an intermediate level, for the production of letters and spreadsheets. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Basic tax knowledge - awareness of how to do tax computations, PAYE, VAT. Accuracy. Organisational/time management skills. Confident when dealing with clients and getting your views across. Methodical and logical thinking. Use initiative to identify problems and provide solutions. Ability to operate strict deadlines and handle conflicting priorities. Ability to work within a team and to assist one another as and when required. If you like the sound of this, please get in touch immediately to discuss your options and any other opportunities we have. ProTalent are specialty recruiters of Practice Accountants, and we help quality accountants find their dream roles to improve their lives.
Spotify is seeking a Markets Strategy & Operations (MSO) function for the UK, Ireland, and Netherlands cluster. In this critical function, you will partner closely with the Managing Director UK/IE/NL, the MSO Europe, and the local leadership team to drive the execution of our 2026 strategic objectives. The Market Strategy & Operations (MSO) function is accountable for steering the annual strategic planning cycle, conducting rigorous business analysis, owning the regional operating processes, and cultivating cross functional collaboration by establishing robust relationships across the organization. What You'll Do Strategic Execution: Define, lead, and take ownership of critical cross functional projects aligned with the 2026 local strategy. Performance Management: Lead the local business review cadence, including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs). Market Insight: Systematically monitor and analyze competitor activities to inform strategic decisions and uphold market awareness. Operational Oversight: Manage the tracking and reporting of regional budgets and strategic execution initiatives for the 2026 goals. Operating Cadence: Establish and drive the local operating rhythm, including setting agendas and facilitating local leadership meetings. Advisory & Strategy: Provide the Managing Director and functional leads with comprehensive insights and knowledge necessary to drive key decisions and define regional strategy. Stakeholder Representation: Serve as the embedded MSO representative for UK, IE, and NL within the Local Leads Team and the global MSO community. Who You Are A proven, inquisitive, and analytical mindset. A highly collaborative, anticipatory, and forward thinking approach to partnership. A pragmatic and results driven disposition, capable of diving into operational and strategic details. Proficiency in English, both written and verbal. Comfortable maintaining a consistent presence in our London office. Developing a deep, comprehensive understanding of regional operational dynamics within Spotify. Sharpening critical analytical, strategic, and interpersonal capabilities. Establishing a robust professional network across key markets and central functions (e.g. Growth, Marketing, Performance Marketing, Central Strategy & Operations). Where You'll Be This role is based in London. We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home. Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what's playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It's in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens. At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we're here to support you in any way we can. Spotify transformed music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the chance to enjoy and be passionate about these creators. Everything we do is driven by our love for music and podcasting. Today, we are the world's most popular audio streaming subscription service.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Spotify is seeking a Markets Strategy & Operations (MSO) function for the UK, Ireland, and Netherlands cluster. In this critical function, you will partner closely with the Managing Director UK/IE/NL, the MSO Europe, and the local leadership team to drive the execution of our 2026 strategic objectives. The Market Strategy & Operations (MSO) function is accountable for steering the annual strategic planning cycle, conducting rigorous business analysis, owning the regional operating processes, and cultivating cross functional collaboration by establishing robust relationships across the organization. What You'll Do Strategic Execution: Define, lead, and take ownership of critical cross functional projects aligned with the 2026 local strategy. Performance Management: Lead the local business review cadence, including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs). Market Insight: Systematically monitor and analyze competitor activities to inform strategic decisions and uphold market awareness. Operational Oversight: Manage the tracking and reporting of regional budgets and strategic execution initiatives for the 2026 goals. Operating Cadence: Establish and drive the local operating rhythm, including setting agendas and facilitating local leadership meetings. Advisory & Strategy: Provide the Managing Director and functional leads with comprehensive insights and knowledge necessary to drive key decisions and define regional strategy. Stakeholder Representation: Serve as the embedded MSO representative for UK, IE, and NL within the Local Leads Team and the global MSO community. Who You Are A proven, inquisitive, and analytical mindset. A highly collaborative, anticipatory, and forward thinking approach to partnership. A pragmatic and results driven disposition, capable of diving into operational and strategic details. Proficiency in English, both written and verbal. Comfortable maintaining a consistent presence in our London office. Developing a deep, comprehensive understanding of regional operational dynamics within Spotify. Sharpening critical analytical, strategic, and interpersonal capabilities. Establishing a robust professional network across key markets and central functions (e.g. Growth, Marketing, Performance Marketing, Central Strategy & Operations). Where You'll Be This role is based in London. We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home. Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what's playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It's in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens. At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we're here to support you in any way we can. Spotify transformed music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the chance to enjoy and be passionate about these creators. Everything we do is driven by our love for music and podcasting. Today, we are the world's most popular audio streaming subscription service.
NXTGEN is proud to be working exclusively with a brilliant and highly regarded accountancy firm that is entering a hugely exciting phase of growth. Having already delivered exceptional success across multiple service lines, they are now looking to appoint a Corporate Finance Director to build a team and establish and lead their Corporate Finance offerings locally, mirroring the impressive journey they've already had in this office and market. This is a genuinely rare and exciting opportunity to join an established and respected firm as the Corporate Finance Director, giving you full autonomy to shape the service from the top down, define the strategy, and build a high-performing team. You'll be fully supported by an experienced leadership team who have successfully scaled service lines themselves, as well as being backed by their other established offices and Corporate Finance professionals, providing the platform to make a lasting impact across the Suffolk market. The Role Lead the establishment and growth of the firm's Corporate Finance offering across Suffolk as the Corporate Finance Director Take ownership of a wide range of Corporate Finance projects, including M&A, due diligence, valuations, fundraising, and strategic advisory Build and nurture strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to deliver additional value through Corporate Finance services Work closely with other Directors & Partners to shape the long term strategy, proposition, and go to market approach Recruit, develop, and lead a high performing Corporate Finance team Play a key role within the senior leadership team, contributing to the wider growth and success of the firm What we're looking for Proven experience within Corporate Finance at either a Senior Manager or Director level, for the right person, the role will be shaped around the right person Strong commercial awareness, with a track record of developing and maintaining client relationships Ability or ambition to build and scale a service line and offering Excellent communication skills, with confidence working alongside senior stakeholders and business owners ACA, ACCA or CFA qualified, or equivalent Why this opportunity stands out A unique chance to join an established firm as the Corporate Finance Director and build the function from scratch Clear and supported pathway to Partner Full autonomy to shape the service line and build a team in your own vision A forward thinking leadership team whose employees and clients are at the heart of what they do An opportunity to create a lasting legacy within a growing regional market If you're looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, drive change, and build something from the ground up as a Corporate Finance Director, this is not one to miss. For a confidential discussion, please contact Annie at NXTGEN.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
NXTGEN is proud to be working exclusively with a brilliant and highly regarded accountancy firm that is entering a hugely exciting phase of growth. Having already delivered exceptional success across multiple service lines, they are now looking to appoint a Corporate Finance Director to build a team and establish and lead their Corporate Finance offerings locally, mirroring the impressive journey they've already had in this office and market. This is a genuinely rare and exciting opportunity to join an established and respected firm as the Corporate Finance Director, giving you full autonomy to shape the service from the top down, define the strategy, and build a high-performing team. You'll be fully supported by an experienced leadership team who have successfully scaled service lines themselves, as well as being backed by their other established offices and Corporate Finance professionals, providing the platform to make a lasting impact across the Suffolk market. The Role Lead the establishment and growth of the firm's Corporate Finance offering across Suffolk as the Corporate Finance Director Take ownership of a wide range of Corporate Finance projects, including M&A, due diligence, valuations, fundraising, and strategic advisory Build and nurture strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to deliver additional value through Corporate Finance services Work closely with other Directors & Partners to shape the long term strategy, proposition, and go to market approach Recruit, develop, and lead a high performing Corporate Finance team Play a key role within the senior leadership team, contributing to the wider growth and success of the firm What we're looking for Proven experience within Corporate Finance at either a Senior Manager or Director level, for the right person, the role will be shaped around the right person Strong commercial awareness, with a track record of developing and maintaining client relationships Ability or ambition to build and scale a service line and offering Excellent communication skills, with confidence working alongside senior stakeholders and business owners ACA, ACCA or CFA qualified, or equivalent Why this opportunity stands out A unique chance to join an established firm as the Corporate Finance Director and build the function from scratch Clear and supported pathway to Partner Full autonomy to shape the service line and build a team in your own vision A forward thinking leadership team whose employees and clients are at the heart of what they do An opportunity to create a lasting legacy within a growing regional market If you're looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, drive change, and build something from the ground up as a Corporate Finance Director, this is not one to miss. For a confidential discussion, please contact Annie at NXTGEN.
Location: Field-Based with Nationwide Travel Required Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (flexibility required) About Our client: Our client is one of the UK's leading distributors of vaping products, supplying thousands of independent retailers and regional chains nationwide. Operating within a highly regulated category, they specialise in education led brand growth, compliant field activation, and structured retail partnerships. Role Overview The Team Leader is responsible for leading, supporting, and developing a team of City Managers aka Brand Ambassadors to ensure high standards of brand execution, structured field coverage, professional conduct, and operational compliance across assigned territories. This role is accountable for onboarding, field standards, operational quality, and team performance management, not recruitment or direct sales ownership. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Performance Management Lead and manage a team of field-based City Managers Set and monitor activity and activation KPIs Conduct structured one-to-ones, probation reviews, and appraisals Provide continuous coaching and structured feedback Implement performance improvement plans where required Maintain professionalism, conduct standards, and team discipline Field Supervision & Execution Standards Conduct regular field visits and shadow days Carry out spot checks to ensure Accurate brand messaging Regulatory compliance Correct POS placement and merchandising CRM and reporting accuracy Deliver live coaching during store visits Identify and resolve execution gaps Ensure consistent territory coverage and activity levels This role requires active field presence and hands-on leadership. Onboarding & Induction (Full Ownership) Oversee onboarding administration for all new City Managers Ensure new starter documentation is submitted accurately and on time Deliver structured brand and operational induction training Coordinate shadow days and structured field training Ensure all new hires are "road ready" before independent territory coverage Monitor early-stage performance and provide additional support where required Territory & Operational Oversight Allocate and manage territories and outcodes Identify and resolve duplicate accounts Maintain CRM integrity and reporting standards Manage holidays, sickness, and time off in lieu Ensure payroll-related documentation is completed correctly Maintain clean operational processes across the team Incentives & Activity Management Create and manage structured activity-based incentive schemes Track performance against agreed KPIs Submit incentive proposals for approval Adjust activity frameworks based on performance trends Trade Shows & Events Support planning and staffing of trade shows and industry events Deliver structured pre-event team briefs Set event-specific activity KPIs where required Ensure professionalism and conduct standards are upheld Oversee accurate post-event reporting Skills & Experience Previous experience in field sales leadership, FMCG, or regulated categories preferred Proven experience managing and developing field-based teams Strong organisational and operational oversight skills Confident delivering coaching and structured performance management Comfortable working independently and leading remote teams Full UK driving licence essential Willingness to travel nationwide when required Working Hours & Flexibility The role operates on a core schedule of Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Due to the field-based nature of the role, flexibility is required to support early starts, late finishes, trade shows, and nationwide travel where necessary. Benefits/On Offer £5,000 annual car allowance 28 days' holiday including bank holidays AIG Life Insurance Scheme including: 3x salary life cover from day one 24/7 GP access Mental health and wellbeing support Company mobile phone and laptop 40% staff discount on selected products Structured onboarding and leadership training
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Location: Field-Based with Nationwide Travel Required Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (flexibility required) About Our client: Our client is one of the UK's leading distributors of vaping products, supplying thousands of independent retailers and regional chains nationwide. Operating within a highly regulated category, they specialise in education led brand growth, compliant field activation, and structured retail partnerships. Role Overview The Team Leader is responsible for leading, supporting, and developing a team of City Managers aka Brand Ambassadors to ensure high standards of brand execution, structured field coverage, professional conduct, and operational compliance across assigned territories. This role is accountable for onboarding, field standards, operational quality, and team performance management, not recruitment or direct sales ownership. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Performance Management Lead and manage a team of field-based City Managers Set and monitor activity and activation KPIs Conduct structured one-to-ones, probation reviews, and appraisals Provide continuous coaching and structured feedback Implement performance improvement plans where required Maintain professionalism, conduct standards, and team discipline Field Supervision & Execution Standards Conduct regular field visits and shadow days Carry out spot checks to ensure Accurate brand messaging Regulatory compliance Correct POS placement and merchandising CRM and reporting accuracy Deliver live coaching during store visits Identify and resolve execution gaps Ensure consistent territory coverage and activity levels This role requires active field presence and hands-on leadership. Onboarding & Induction (Full Ownership) Oversee onboarding administration for all new City Managers Ensure new starter documentation is submitted accurately and on time Deliver structured brand and operational induction training Coordinate shadow days and structured field training Ensure all new hires are "road ready" before independent territory coverage Monitor early-stage performance and provide additional support where required Territory & Operational Oversight Allocate and manage territories and outcodes Identify and resolve duplicate accounts Maintain CRM integrity and reporting standards Manage holidays, sickness, and time off in lieu Ensure payroll-related documentation is completed correctly Maintain clean operational processes across the team Incentives & Activity Management Create and manage structured activity-based incentive schemes Track performance against agreed KPIs Submit incentive proposals for approval Adjust activity frameworks based on performance trends Trade Shows & Events Support planning and staffing of trade shows and industry events Deliver structured pre-event team briefs Set event-specific activity KPIs where required Ensure professionalism and conduct standards are upheld Oversee accurate post-event reporting Skills & Experience Previous experience in field sales leadership, FMCG, or regulated categories preferred Proven experience managing and developing field-based teams Strong organisational and operational oversight skills Confident delivering coaching and structured performance management Comfortable working independently and leading remote teams Full UK driving licence essential Willingness to travel nationwide when required Working Hours & Flexibility The role operates on a core schedule of Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Due to the field-based nature of the role, flexibility is required to support early starts, late finishes, trade shows, and nationwide travel where necessary. Benefits/On Offer £5,000 annual car allowance 28 days' holiday including bank holidays AIG Life Insurance Scheme including: 3x salary life cover from day one 24/7 GP access Mental health and wellbeing support Company mobile phone and laptop 40% staff discount on selected products Structured onboarding and leadership training
Team Manager - Foods - UK Team Manager (Food) As a Team Manager in Food, you'll be responsible for leading a team on the shop floor to deliver exceptional availability, 5-star service, and commercial results. This is not a back office role. It's a frontline leadership position in one of the most competitive retailers in UK. You'll need to be commercially sharp, operationally resilient, and relentless in your standards. Whether you're managing stock, coaching your team, or solving problems, you'll move with purpose and lead by example. This is your chance to step into a high impact role and help shape the future of M&S Food as we push the boundaries in our transformation. Lead and coach a team to deliver consistently under pressure. You'll set the pace, build capability, and hold the line on standards. From sales and standards to availability and team performance, you'll make things happen and take accountability when things don't go to plan. Work across departments to deliver a seamless customer experience. You'll need to collaborate fast, fix problems early, leading with pace and purpose. Drive commercial performance. You'll understand the numbers, translate them into action, and help your team stay laser-focused on what matters. This is a big job - with big expectations. But for the right leader, it's the start of something game changing. Are you ready to lead? Take Your Marks and apply today. Purpose Support the growth and profitability of the store through the implementation of the retail plan and delivery of the KPI measures for their area of accountability Role model great customer service and ensures the delivery of a customer focused service proposition through the team that delights our customers Recruit, and develop great talent and capability within the customer assistant team supporting the succession requirements of the store and region Ensure colleagues understand and are motivated to deliver their part Support the store to trade safely and legally, protecting Customers, Colleagues and the M&S brand Supports the delivery of an inspirational, improved and consistent visual customer journey instore which inspires our customers to shop and buy more often Key Accountabilities Drive profitability and sales for their area through supporting the delivery of the Retail Plan and Store KPI's Supports the delivery and embedding of the business transformation plan and change initiatives for their area Delivers great standards and service by setting clear expectations with store colleagues Create the right culture, role modelling new digital ways of working and leadership behaviours Create a multiskilled team, coaching and training the team to fully utilise all the tools available to serve and sell well Deliver brilliant basics through the team Seeks customer feedback and takes action to deliver improvement Uses data and insight to improve customer instore experience, improve the operation and drive performance Support the delivery of Plan A Regularly review individual performance through quality conversations, managing underperformance where required and celebrating success Recruit for the team, ensuring new starters have a brilliant onboarding experience Deliver all line management activities in line with company process and policy Build an active working partnership with BIG, provide feedback and support the development of BIG reps Deliver operational excellence to maximise product availability, minimise stock and cash loss Ensure process and task is delivered in line with business expectation and operating standards allocating resource accordingly Maintain a safe and legal store environment Supports visual merchandising updates across all launches ,events and campaigns Technical Skills/ Experience Ability to lead a team to deliver excellent customer service and KPI's across the store Create the right culture, role modelling new digital ways of working and leadership behaviours Has a good understanding and up to date knowledge of commercial, visual, operational and people processes and systems Uses all available data and MI to identify commercial, visual, cost savings & customer opportunities to increase profit Good working knowledge of VM principles Good level of digital capability and an understanding and use of all systems Good knowledge of the legal requirements across their area of accountability and the store Knowledge of our people policies and managing performance within a team The ability to have difficult conversations with effective resolutions with colleagues Good communicator and listener who will inspire, share their knowledge and best practices with others Ability to plan and review across the week and the month Ability to deliver under pressure demonstrating resilience Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the store and region Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to change, and the ability to lead teams through change with a growth mindset Key Leadership Capabilities Successfully embeds change for lasting commercial impact and results Addresses beliefs and mindsets around resistance to change and supports colleagues in adapting Takes ownership and accountability for the success of their team Spends time coaching colleagues to accelerate performance and personal growth Recognises high performance and supports poor performers to improve Shows colleagues why they matter to M&S, their part to play in delivering the plan and what the results of their work are Uses customer feedback and market trends to guide teams work Helps teams understand information and business messages by actively seeking out opinions and asking questions Uses a combination of channels and technology to communicate, ensuring timely, clear and open communication with colleagues Seeks the best solution for M&S by proactively collaborating with colleagues from across the business Key Relationships and Stakeholders Customers Colleagues Store Leadership Regional Leadership BIG Everyone's welcome We are ambitious about the future of retail. We're disrupting, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. We're transforming how we work together and offering our most exciting opportunities yet. Marks & Spencer strives to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. Join us and make change happen. We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. We support each other and work together to win together. If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Team Manager - Foods - UK Team Manager (Food) As a Team Manager in Food, you'll be responsible for leading a team on the shop floor to deliver exceptional availability, 5-star service, and commercial results. This is not a back office role. It's a frontline leadership position in one of the most competitive retailers in UK. You'll need to be commercially sharp, operationally resilient, and relentless in your standards. Whether you're managing stock, coaching your team, or solving problems, you'll move with purpose and lead by example. This is your chance to step into a high impact role and help shape the future of M&S Food as we push the boundaries in our transformation. Lead and coach a team to deliver consistently under pressure. You'll set the pace, build capability, and hold the line on standards. From sales and standards to availability and team performance, you'll make things happen and take accountability when things don't go to plan. Work across departments to deliver a seamless customer experience. You'll need to collaborate fast, fix problems early, leading with pace and purpose. Drive commercial performance. You'll understand the numbers, translate them into action, and help your team stay laser-focused on what matters. This is a big job - with big expectations. But for the right leader, it's the start of something game changing. Are you ready to lead? Take Your Marks and apply today. Purpose Support the growth and profitability of the store through the implementation of the retail plan and delivery of the KPI measures for their area of accountability Role model great customer service and ensures the delivery of a customer focused service proposition through the team that delights our customers Recruit, and develop great talent and capability within the customer assistant team supporting the succession requirements of the store and region Ensure colleagues understand and are motivated to deliver their part Support the store to trade safely and legally, protecting Customers, Colleagues and the M&S brand Supports the delivery of an inspirational, improved and consistent visual customer journey instore which inspires our customers to shop and buy more often Key Accountabilities Drive profitability and sales for their area through supporting the delivery of the Retail Plan and Store KPI's Supports the delivery and embedding of the business transformation plan and change initiatives for their area Delivers great standards and service by setting clear expectations with store colleagues Create the right culture, role modelling new digital ways of working and leadership behaviours Create a multiskilled team, coaching and training the team to fully utilise all the tools available to serve and sell well Deliver brilliant basics through the team Seeks customer feedback and takes action to deliver improvement Uses data and insight to improve customer instore experience, improve the operation and drive performance Support the delivery of Plan A Regularly review individual performance through quality conversations, managing underperformance where required and celebrating success Recruit for the team, ensuring new starters have a brilliant onboarding experience Deliver all line management activities in line with company process and policy Build an active working partnership with BIG, provide feedback and support the development of BIG reps Deliver operational excellence to maximise product availability, minimise stock and cash loss Ensure process and task is delivered in line with business expectation and operating standards allocating resource accordingly Maintain a safe and legal store environment Supports visual merchandising updates across all launches ,events and campaigns Technical Skills/ Experience Ability to lead a team to deliver excellent customer service and KPI's across the store Create the right culture, role modelling new digital ways of working and leadership behaviours Has a good understanding and up to date knowledge of commercial, visual, operational and people processes and systems Uses all available data and MI to identify commercial, visual, cost savings & customer opportunities to increase profit Good working knowledge of VM principles Good level of digital capability and an understanding and use of all systems Good knowledge of the legal requirements across their area of accountability and the store Knowledge of our people policies and managing performance within a team The ability to have difficult conversations with effective resolutions with colleagues Good communicator and listener who will inspire, share their knowledge and best practices with others Ability to plan and review across the week and the month Ability to deliver under pressure demonstrating resilience Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the store and region Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to change, and the ability to lead teams through change with a growth mindset Key Leadership Capabilities Successfully embeds change for lasting commercial impact and results Addresses beliefs and mindsets around resistance to change and supports colleagues in adapting Takes ownership and accountability for the success of their team Spends time coaching colleagues to accelerate performance and personal growth Recognises high performance and supports poor performers to improve Shows colleagues why they matter to M&S, their part to play in delivering the plan and what the results of their work are Uses customer feedback and market trends to guide teams work Helps teams understand information and business messages by actively seeking out opinions and asking questions Uses a combination of channels and technology to communicate, ensuring timely, clear and open communication with colleagues Seeks the best solution for M&S by proactively collaborating with colleagues from across the business Key Relationships and Stakeholders Customers Colleagues Store Leadership Regional Leadership BIG Everyone's welcome We are ambitious about the future of retail. We're disrupting, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. We're transforming how we work together and offering our most exciting opportunities yet. Marks & Spencer strives to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. Join us and make change happen. We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. We support each other and work together to win together. If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.
Underwriting Manager Reports to: Regional Director. Function: Intermediary (UKGI). Role Profile Code: UW022. Grade: BP. Role Purpose: The role holder will lead the delivery of underwriting strategy and performance for the Region, representing a key figurehead across the territory with both partner brokers and key customers, plus play a leading role within UK wide key strategic underwriting change initiatives and projects. Key Accountabilities Regional portfolio management of a Property & Casualty portfolio across specialist niches of Property Owners, Leisure, Education, Care, Charity, Heritage, Faith and Office Professions. Lead and manage the underwriting standards within the team to ensure sustainable profitable growth and retention of business in accordance with underwriting strategy. Ensure underwriting quality in line with underwriting strategy. Role model positive behaviours and driving a high-performance culture. Drive proactive development and coaching of regional trading teams. Support Technical Underwriters to interpret audit programme findings with analysis and decision making to support continuous improvement. Close collaboration with Operations Manager and Trading Manager to design and deliver annual L&D training interventions. Act as the senior regional underwriting referral point for the Region, providing innovative, customer focused solutions and support. Proactively cascade technical and commercial awareness guidance and expertise. Work in partnership with Regional Director, UK Property Director, UK Casualty Director and Sales & Distribution Director to achieve financial objectives, including growth initiatives of the Region. Act as the senior underwriting figurehead within the market with both partner brokers and Key customers. Understand and operate within regulatory framework and identify and escalate any risks to the business. Support the Operations Manager in resolving complaints and/or breaches in line with company policy. Work with Underwriters and the Leadership Team to drive forward license progression and empowerment across the Region. Actively expand technical and non technical expertise both personally and across the region to deliver market leading expertise. Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager, Trading Manager and Head Office Underwriting Directors to identify opportunities for innovation, process improvement and positive change across the Region. Local Underwriting Lead for regulatory responsibilities e.g., fair value, consumer duty. Knowledge, Skills & Experience ACII (or working towards) preferable. Proven track record in a senior underwriting leadership role, driving strategic outcomes and team performance. Significant technical expertise in both Property and Casualty. Confident, persuasive communicator with proven ability to influence stakeholders at all organisational levels. Experience in coaching others to achieve higher performance and capability in their roles. Ability to build and manage cooperative and productive relationships internally and externally within the market. Proven ability to apply critical thinking to situations outside of normal underwriting guidelines and to frame appropriate solutions. Status: Approved. Date last reviewed: July 2025.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Underwriting Manager Reports to: Regional Director. Function: Intermediary (UKGI). Role Profile Code: UW022. Grade: BP. Role Purpose: The role holder will lead the delivery of underwriting strategy and performance for the Region, representing a key figurehead across the territory with both partner brokers and key customers, plus play a leading role within UK wide key strategic underwriting change initiatives and projects. Key Accountabilities Regional portfolio management of a Property & Casualty portfolio across specialist niches of Property Owners, Leisure, Education, Care, Charity, Heritage, Faith and Office Professions. Lead and manage the underwriting standards within the team to ensure sustainable profitable growth and retention of business in accordance with underwriting strategy. Ensure underwriting quality in line with underwriting strategy. Role model positive behaviours and driving a high-performance culture. Drive proactive development and coaching of regional trading teams. Support Technical Underwriters to interpret audit programme findings with analysis and decision making to support continuous improvement. Close collaboration with Operations Manager and Trading Manager to design and deliver annual L&D training interventions. Act as the senior regional underwriting referral point for the Region, providing innovative, customer focused solutions and support. Proactively cascade technical and commercial awareness guidance and expertise. Work in partnership with Regional Director, UK Property Director, UK Casualty Director and Sales & Distribution Director to achieve financial objectives, including growth initiatives of the Region. Act as the senior underwriting figurehead within the market with both partner brokers and Key customers. Understand and operate within regulatory framework and identify and escalate any risks to the business. Support the Operations Manager in resolving complaints and/or breaches in line with company policy. Work with Underwriters and the Leadership Team to drive forward license progression and empowerment across the Region. Actively expand technical and non technical expertise both personally and across the region to deliver market leading expertise. Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager, Trading Manager and Head Office Underwriting Directors to identify opportunities for innovation, process improvement and positive change across the Region. Local Underwriting Lead for regulatory responsibilities e.g., fair value, consumer duty. Knowledge, Skills & Experience ACII (or working towards) preferable. Proven track record in a senior underwriting leadership role, driving strategic outcomes and team performance. Significant technical expertise in both Property and Casualty. Confident, persuasive communicator with proven ability to influence stakeholders at all organisational levels. Experience in coaching others to achieve higher performance and capability in their roles. Ability to build and manage cooperative and productive relationships internally and externally within the market. Proven ability to apply critical thinking to situations outside of normal underwriting guidelines and to frame appropriate solutions. Status: Approved. Date last reviewed: July 2025.
Job Title: Retail Operations Strategy Manager Location: UK - London office Reports To: Head of Retail About Us Unilever Prestige is a division of Unilever that focuses on the production and marketing of prestige beauty products. Our segment specifically caters to the premium and luxury beauty market, offering a range of high-quality and innovative products. Unilever Prestige encompasses a portfolio of purposeful, well-established, and emerging brands in the premium beauty industry. Unilever Prestige in the UK Hub addresses the growing demand for luxury beauty and personal care products through Murad, TATCHA, Living Proof, K18. The UK market is known for its discerning consumers who seek premium and luxury items, and Unilever Prestige meets these expectations with a diverse portfolio of luxurious brands and products. Within the UK we operate a Prestige Hub, which functions as the Group Headquarters based in Southwark, London. We are: Murad, TATCHA, Living Proof & K18 Interfacing with Brands Head of Sales/Senior National Account Managers Brands Marketing Managers Brands Events and Training Managers Commercial Finance & Accounts Payable teams About the Role The Retail Operations Strategy Manager plays a strategic & analytical lead to the field that is mainly responsible for driving focus, structure, and high performance across all field rotas, coverage, brand priorities and sell-out growth. The role is critical in analysing retail operations productivity, identifying sales growth opportunities, and ensuring field resources are deployed effectively and strategically to maximise commercial performance and drive brand sell-out growth. Analyse field capability and align team efforts to evolving business priorities, working closely with brand partners and leveraging insights gathered through ongoing liaison between brands and the field. Monitor and govern brand budgets to maximise return on investment and ensure effective allocation of resources. Key Responsibilities Consolidate brand trade plans into a unified HUB view, providing visibility on key campaigns, net sales phasing, BMI investment, risks and opportunities. Coordinate weekly commercial performance reporting in partnership with Finance to ensure accurate tracking and relevant business insights. Support the Head of Retail in leading bi-weekly brand reviews, evaluating trade plans, campaign performance, and commercial priorities. Lead HUB-level collaboration and discussions with brand partners, including coordination of commercial terms aligned with Finance governance. Partner with Finance, the Head of Retail, and NAMs to conduct gap analysis, identify optimisation opportunities, and improve P&L efficiency. Deliver ad-hoc commercial analysis and executive summaries to support business decision-making. Drive consistent operational execution across UK stores, aligning training and education initiatives with luxury retail and beauty brand standards through a structured education roadmap. Act as the key link between Head Office and field teams, translating strategic priorities into clear operational actions while feeding back field insights to inform business decisions. Ensure optimal field team deployment and in-store execution by supporting headcount planning, coverage strategy, and productivity optimisation across locations. Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (sales, conversion, inventory accuracy and customer experience metrics) to identify opportunities for performance improvement. Support regional retail leadership with workforce planning, rota oversight and operational coordination to ensure efficient store operations. Retail Execution & Operational Excellence Conduct regular store visits to evaluate retail execution, operational effectiveness, and customer experience standards, identifying optimisation opportunities and providing actionable insights to the Head of Retail and Brand Managers. Translate in-store observations into performance recommendations to strengthen brand execution and commercial delivery across locations. Commercial & Workforce Planning Support Partner closely with the Head of Retail to assess store staffing needs, supporting workforce planning, headcount forecasting, and rota optimisation to ensure efficient field deployment. Support budget planning and monitor staffing cost allocation across brands to ensure alignment with commercial priorities and financial targets. Analyse financial and operational performance reports to identify risks, trends, and opportunities, contributing to continuous improvement and stronger business outcomes. Qualifications 5+ years' experience in retail operations, with a strong background in luxury retail and/or beauty within the UK market Experience supporting multi-site operations and store leadership teams Demonstrated experience supporting store staffing, managing rotas and cost optimization Strong commercial and analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPIs and performance data Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace Preferred Qualifications Experience in luxury beauty, skincare, fragrance, or premium fashion retail Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field Experience supporting periods of growth, transformation, or new store openings in the UK Future Fit Skills: Creativity, Consumer Experience, Problem Solving Winning Behaviours: Care Deeply, Consumer Experience, Problem Solving Equal Opportunity Statement As an equal opportunities' employer, Unilever Prestige Hub Brands/Tatcha/Murad Living Proof/K18 is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do. In particular, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Unilever Prestige Hub Brands/Tatcha/Murad Living Proof/K18.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Retail Operations Strategy Manager Location: UK - London office Reports To: Head of Retail About Us Unilever Prestige is a division of Unilever that focuses on the production and marketing of prestige beauty products. Our segment specifically caters to the premium and luxury beauty market, offering a range of high-quality and innovative products. Unilever Prestige encompasses a portfolio of purposeful, well-established, and emerging brands in the premium beauty industry. Unilever Prestige in the UK Hub addresses the growing demand for luxury beauty and personal care products through Murad, TATCHA, Living Proof, K18. The UK market is known for its discerning consumers who seek premium and luxury items, and Unilever Prestige meets these expectations with a diverse portfolio of luxurious brands and products. Within the UK we operate a Prestige Hub, which functions as the Group Headquarters based in Southwark, London. We are: Murad, TATCHA, Living Proof & K18 Interfacing with Brands Head of Sales/Senior National Account Managers Brands Marketing Managers Brands Events and Training Managers Commercial Finance & Accounts Payable teams About the Role The Retail Operations Strategy Manager plays a strategic & analytical lead to the field that is mainly responsible for driving focus, structure, and high performance across all field rotas, coverage, brand priorities and sell-out growth. The role is critical in analysing retail operations productivity, identifying sales growth opportunities, and ensuring field resources are deployed effectively and strategically to maximise commercial performance and drive brand sell-out growth. Analyse field capability and align team efforts to evolving business priorities, working closely with brand partners and leveraging insights gathered through ongoing liaison between brands and the field. Monitor and govern brand budgets to maximise return on investment and ensure effective allocation of resources. Key Responsibilities Consolidate brand trade plans into a unified HUB view, providing visibility on key campaigns, net sales phasing, BMI investment, risks and opportunities. Coordinate weekly commercial performance reporting in partnership with Finance to ensure accurate tracking and relevant business insights. Support the Head of Retail in leading bi-weekly brand reviews, evaluating trade plans, campaign performance, and commercial priorities. Lead HUB-level collaboration and discussions with brand partners, including coordination of commercial terms aligned with Finance governance. Partner with Finance, the Head of Retail, and NAMs to conduct gap analysis, identify optimisation opportunities, and improve P&L efficiency. Deliver ad-hoc commercial analysis and executive summaries to support business decision-making. Drive consistent operational execution across UK stores, aligning training and education initiatives with luxury retail and beauty brand standards through a structured education roadmap. Act as the key link between Head Office and field teams, translating strategic priorities into clear operational actions while feeding back field insights to inform business decisions. Ensure optimal field team deployment and in-store execution by supporting headcount planning, coverage strategy, and productivity optimisation across locations. Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (sales, conversion, inventory accuracy and customer experience metrics) to identify opportunities for performance improvement. Support regional retail leadership with workforce planning, rota oversight and operational coordination to ensure efficient store operations. Retail Execution & Operational Excellence Conduct regular store visits to evaluate retail execution, operational effectiveness, and customer experience standards, identifying optimisation opportunities and providing actionable insights to the Head of Retail and Brand Managers. Translate in-store observations into performance recommendations to strengthen brand execution and commercial delivery across locations. Commercial & Workforce Planning Support Partner closely with the Head of Retail to assess store staffing needs, supporting workforce planning, headcount forecasting, and rota optimisation to ensure efficient field deployment. Support budget planning and monitor staffing cost allocation across brands to ensure alignment with commercial priorities and financial targets. Analyse financial and operational performance reports to identify risks, trends, and opportunities, contributing to continuous improvement and stronger business outcomes. Qualifications 5+ years' experience in retail operations, with a strong background in luxury retail and/or beauty within the UK market Experience supporting multi-site operations and store leadership teams Demonstrated experience supporting store staffing, managing rotas and cost optimization Strong commercial and analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPIs and performance data Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace Preferred Qualifications Experience in luxury beauty, skincare, fragrance, or premium fashion retail Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field Experience supporting periods of growth, transformation, or new store openings in the UK Future Fit Skills: Creativity, Consumer Experience, Problem Solving Winning Behaviours: Care Deeply, Consumer Experience, Problem Solving Equal Opportunity Statement As an equal opportunities' employer, Unilever Prestige Hub Brands/Tatcha/Murad Living Proof/K18 is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do. In particular, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Unilever Prestige Hub Brands/Tatcha/Murad Living Proof/K18.
Area Sales Manager - Midlands XYZ Machine Tools Industrial Machinery Sales (CNC) Location: Midlands, England OTE of £100,000 Reference: SB/101807 Area Sales Manager - Midlands Engineering / Capital Equipment / CNC Machine Sales We are working with XYZ Machine Tools Ltd, one of the UK's leading suppliers of CNC machine tools, to recruit an Area Sales Manager for the Midlands. With over 40 years of heritage, XYZ Machine Tools specialises in the supply of high-quality CNC lathes and milling machines, featuring industry-leading control systems such as ProtoTRAK and Siemens. Their machines are used extensively across precision engineering, subcontract machining, and manufacturing environments where accuracy, efficiency, and reliability are critical. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected business, known for combining robust, user-friendly technology with outstanding customer support. The Role You will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of customers across the Midlands, working with both existing accounts and new business opportunities. The role requires a consultative, solution-led sales approach-understanding customer production needs and recommending appropriate CNC machining solutions. Key responsibilities include: • Managing and growing existing customer relationships • Identifying and developing new business opportunities • Delivering machine demonstrations and technical presentations • Maintaining a structured and proactive approach to territory management The Company XYZ Machine Tools Ltd is the UK's largest CNC machine tool supplier by volume, offering a comprehensive range of lathes and mills designed to improve productivity and simplify operation. The company has built a strong reputation for reliability, innovation, and aftersales support, and is continuing to expand its presence across the UK and Europe. The Person We are looking for an experienced salesperson with a proven track record in capital equipment or machinery sales. The company will also consider technically minded engineers seeking to transition into a commercial role. You will: • Be commercially minded with a consultative sales approach • Have strong communication and relationship-building skills • Be self-motivated and comfortable managing a regional territory • Be based in the Midlands Package • Competitive basic salary • Outstanding bonus scheme with realistic £100,000 OTE • Company benefits package Application Process Cavendish Maine has been appointed by XYZ Machine Tools to exclusively manage this project. To apply or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please follow the links and/or contact Cavendish Maine directly Please note that any direct or third-party applications submitted to the client will be forwarded to Cavendish Maine for review as part of the agreed recruitment process.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Area Sales Manager - Midlands XYZ Machine Tools Industrial Machinery Sales (CNC) Location: Midlands, England OTE of £100,000 Reference: SB/101807 Area Sales Manager - Midlands Engineering / Capital Equipment / CNC Machine Sales We are working with XYZ Machine Tools Ltd, one of the UK's leading suppliers of CNC machine tools, to recruit an Area Sales Manager for the Midlands. With over 40 years of heritage, XYZ Machine Tools specialises in the supply of high-quality CNC lathes and milling machines, featuring industry-leading control systems such as ProtoTRAK and Siemens. Their machines are used extensively across precision engineering, subcontract machining, and manufacturing environments where accuracy, efficiency, and reliability are critical. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected business, known for combining robust, user-friendly technology with outstanding customer support. The Role You will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of customers across the Midlands, working with both existing accounts and new business opportunities. The role requires a consultative, solution-led sales approach-understanding customer production needs and recommending appropriate CNC machining solutions. Key responsibilities include: • Managing and growing existing customer relationships • Identifying and developing new business opportunities • Delivering machine demonstrations and technical presentations • Maintaining a structured and proactive approach to territory management The Company XYZ Machine Tools Ltd is the UK's largest CNC machine tool supplier by volume, offering a comprehensive range of lathes and mills designed to improve productivity and simplify operation. The company has built a strong reputation for reliability, innovation, and aftersales support, and is continuing to expand its presence across the UK and Europe. The Person We are looking for an experienced salesperson with a proven track record in capital equipment or machinery sales. The company will also consider technically minded engineers seeking to transition into a commercial role. You will: • Be commercially minded with a consultative sales approach • Have strong communication and relationship-building skills • Be self-motivated and comfortable managing a regional territory • Be based in the Midlands Package • Competitive basic salary • Outstanding bonus scheme with realistic £100,000 OTE • Company benefits package Application Process Cavendish Maine has been appointed by XYZ Machine Tools to exclusively manage this project. To apply or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please follow the links and/or contact Cavendish Maine directly Please note that any direct or third-party applications submitted to the client will be forwarded to Cavendish Maine for review as part of the agreed recruitment process.
TERRITORY MANAGER Territory- West Midlands Reports to: Regional Business Manager Scope: Promote, sell, and provide clinical education to drive growth across the assigned product portfolio within the designated geographical territory. Job Purpose To build strong key stakeholder relationships to ensure the company is recognised as the partner of choice, delivering maximum sales growth and market penetration across the territory. Work collaboratively within a cross-functional matrix team to deliver exceptional performance, customer service, and commercial results. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES The job holder will support delivery of the organisation's key business objectives through the following: Develop and implement strategic business plans to optimise account growth. Maintain existing business and develop new opportunities through education and training of external clinical staff on relevant clinical aetiology and product application. Collaborate closely with the local matrix team to support account wins and formulary inclusion. Achieve annual sales and market share targets for the assigned product portfolio. Deliver agreed KPIs and objectives, including effective use of the company CRM system. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of company products, policies, and objectives. Provide customers with relevant clinical and product knowledge through effective presentation and active listening skills. Build strong customer relationships to position the company as the partner of choice. Utilise structured selling methodologies and current marketing materials to promote key products. Leverage available data to drive effective planning and territory management. Organise and manage customer meetings, educational events, study days, and exhibitions within the territory. Participate in regional and national sales meetings, sharing best practice. Take ownership of personal development to ensure clinical, product, and therapeutic knowledge remains current. This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The post-holder is required to work flexibly and undertake additional duties as reasonably required. KEY COMPETENCIES Planning and Organisation Effectively prioritises tasks and resources to achieve objectives. Anticipates challenges, removes barriers, and adapts priorities in response to changing circumstances. Influencing Builds relationships with decision-makers at all levels. Communicates credibly and persuasively using data and insight. Adapts approach to suit different audiences. Drive for Results Consistently delivers against targets. Demonstrates resilience and determination to overcome obstacles and achieve objectives. Team Working Collaborates effectively across functions. Shares information, supports colleagues, and prioritises team and organisational goals. Communication Effectiveness Communicates clearly, concisely, and confidently in both written and verbal formats. Adjusts style according to audience and setting. Customer Focus Acts with the customer in mind. Builds trusted relationships, understands customer needs, and delivers solutions that create value. Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking Uses data and logical reasoning to evaluate situations and make informed decisions. Monitors progress and adjusts plans accordingly. Openness to Change Maintains effectiveness during organisational or environmental change. Adapts positively to new processes, structures, and requirements. Gaining Commitment Uses appropriate interpersonal approaches to secure agreement and buy-in. Facilitates constructive discussions and closes with clear outcomes. Self-Learning and Continuous Improvement Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development. Learns from experience and actively seeks opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills. Qualifications and Experience Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline. Clinical qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse) desirable but not essential. Demonstrable sales experience or working knowledge of the healthcare industry. Knowledge of the wound care or medical device market desirable. Skills Ability to analyse sales data and translate insights into strategic sales plans. Strong influencing and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. IT literate and confident using CRM systems and business tools.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
TERRITORY MANAGER Territory- West Midlands Reports to: Regional Business Manager Scope: Promote, sell, and provide clinical education to drive growth across the assigned product portfolio within the designated geographical territory. Job Purpose To build strong key stakeholder relationships to ensure the company is recognised as the partner of choice, delivering maximum sales growth and market penetration across the territory. Work collaboratively within a cross-functional matrix team to deliver exceptional performance, customer service, and commercial results. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES The job holder will support delivery of the organisation's key business objectives through the following: Develop and implement strategic business plans to optimise account growth. Maintain existing business and develop new opportunities through education and training of external clinical staff on relevant clinical aetiology and product application. Collaborate closely with the local matrix team to support account wins and formulary inclusion. Achieve annual sales and market share targets for the assigned product portfolio. Deliver agreed KPIs and objectives, including effective use of the company CRM system. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of company products, policies, and objectives. Provide customers with relevant clinical and product knowledge through effective presentation and active listening skills. Build strong customer relationships to position the company as the partner of choice. Utilise structured selling methodologies and current marketing materials to promote key products. Leverage available data to drive effective planning and territory management. Organise and manage customer meetings, educational events, study days, and exhibitions within the territory. Participate in regional and national sales meetings, sharing best practice. Take ownership of personal development to ensure clinical, product, and therapeutic knowledge remains current. This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The post-holder is required to work flexibly and undertake additional duties as reasonably required. KEY COMPETENCIES Planning and Organisation Effectively prioritises tasks and resources to achieve objectives. Anticipates challenges, removes barriers, and adapts priorities in response to changing circumstances. Influencing Builds relationships with decision-makers at all levels. Communicates credibly and persuasively using data and insight. Adapts approach to suit different audiences. Drive for Results Consistently delivers against targets. Demonstrates resilience and determination to overcome obstacles and achieve objectives. Team Working Collaborates effectively across functions. Shares information, supports colleagues, and prioritises team and organisational goals. Communication Effectiveness Communicates clearly, concisely, and confidently in both written and verbal formats. Adjusts style according to audience and setting. Customer Focus Acts with the customer in mind. Builds trusted relationships, understands customer needs, and delivers solutions that create value. Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking Uses data and logical reasoning to evaluate situations and make informed decisions. Monitors progress and adjusts plans accordingly. Openness to Change Maintains effectiveness during organisational or environmental change. Adapts positively to new processes, structures, and requirements. Gaining Commitment Uses appropriate interpersonal approaches to secure agreement and buy-in. Facilitates constructive discussions and closes with clear outcomes. Self-Learning and Continuous Improvement Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development. Learns from experience and actively seeks opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills. Qualifications and Experience Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline. Clinical qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse) desirable but not essential. Demonstrable sales experience or working knowledge of the healthcare industry. Knowledge of the wound care or medical device market desirable. Skills Ability to analyse sales data and translate insights into strategic sales plans. Strong influencing and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. IT literate and confident using CRM systems and business tools.
Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding Location: Houston, TX Salary: $120,000 + Bonus + Benefits We're working with a well-established global freight forwarder seeking a driven Business Development Manager to grow its presence across Texas and the surrounding states. As a Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities across the region. You'll manage the full sales cycle-from prospecting and lead generation through to closing new accounts-while building long-term relationships with customers. The Role Develop new business across air and ocean freight services Identify and win new shipper accounts within the local and regional market Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close Build and maintain long-term customer relationships What We're Looking For Proven sales experience within freight forwarding or logistics Strong new-business (hunter) mindset Excellent communication and negotiation skills Compensation & Benefits Salary up to $120,000 10% GP bonus structure 15 days PTO , 4 floating holidays , and 6 sick days (increasing with service) Comprehensive healthcare coverage 401(k) plan Long-term growth within a global organisation WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding Location: Houston, TX Salary: $120,000 + Bonus + Benefits We're working with a well-established global freight forwarder seeking a driven Business Development Manager to grow its presence across Texas and the surrounding states. As a Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities across the region. You'll manage the full sales cycle-from prospecting and lead generation through to closing new accounts-while building long-term relationships with customers. The Role Develop new business across air and ocean freight services Identify and win new shipper accounts within the local and regional market Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close Build and maintain long-term customer relationships What We're Looking For Proven sales experience within freight forwarding or logistics Strong new-business (hunter) mindset Excellent communication and negotiation skills Compensation & Benefits Salary up to $120,000 10% GP bonus structure 15 days PTO , 4 floating holidays , and 6 sick days (increasing with service) Comprehensive healthcare coverage 401(k) plan Long-term growth within a global organisation WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Quantity Surveyor Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: 45,000 - 60,000 DOE + car allowance + benefits Ref: GR1513 Gibson Recruitment Limited Job Description: Regional Building Contractor primarily specialising in Refurbishment works to a number of blue-chip clients. The Quantity Surveyor will play an important role within the Commercial Team, working closely with Contracts Managers and project teams to manage project costs, procurement, and commercial performance across a range of refurbishment and minor works projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the continued growth and success of the business while developing their professional career within a supportive environment. The role will be primarily office-based in Glasgow, with visits to project sites as required. Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will support the commercial management of projects from initial pricing through to final account agreement. Responsibilities: Manage commercial and contractual arrangements associated with client projects. Support the pricing, negotiation and agreement of project costs, budgets, and variations. Monitor project financial performance and assist in controlling costs and expenditure. Procure subcontractor packages and materials to support project delivery. Prepare subcontract documentation and manage commercial relationships with suppliers. Monitor project progress against budgets and identify financial risks or opportunities. Assist in preparing and submitting interim valuations and agreeing final accounts. Maintain accurate financial records and project cost reporting. Prepare financial and management reports to support project monitoring. Liaise with Contracts Managers and project teams to ensure commercial awareness across projects. The successful candidate will possess: Essential: Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline Experience working within the construction (refurbishment / fit-out) sector. Strong knowledge of cost control, procurement, and project valuation processes Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Desirable: Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS ) Experience working with Schedule of Rates contracts. Understanding of construction regulations and contractual frameworks What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: 45,000 - 60,000 DOE + car allowance + benefits Ref: GR1513 Gibson Recruitment Limited Job Description: Regional Building Contractor primarily specialising in Refurbishment works to a number of blue-chip clients. The Quantity Surveyor will play an important role within the Commercial Team, working closely with Contracts Managers and project teams to manage project costs, procurement, and commercial performance across a range of refurbishment and minor works projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the continued growth and success of the business while developing their professional career within a supportive environment. The role will be primarily office-based in Glasgow, with visits to project sites as required. Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will support the commercial management of projects from initial pricing through to final account agreement. Responsibilities: Manage commercial and contractual arrangements associated with client projects. Support the pricing, negotiation and agreement of project costs, budgets, and variations. Monitor project financial performance and assist in controlling costs and expenditure. Procure subcontractor packages and materials to support project delivery. Prepare subcontract documentation and manage commercial relationships with suppliers. Monitor project progress against budgets and identify financial risks or opportunities. Assist in preparing and submitting interim valuations and agreeing final accounts. Maintain accurate financial records and project cost reporting. Prepare financial and management reports to support project monitoring. Liaise with Contracts Managers and project teams to ensure commercial awareness across projects. The successful candidate will possess: Essential: Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline Experience working within the construction (refurbishment / fit-out) sector. Strong knowledge of cost control, procurement, and project valuation processes Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Desirable: Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS ) Experience working with Schedule of Rates contracts. Understanding of construction regulations and contractual frameworks What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.
REGIONAL DIRECTOR - BUILDING SURVEYING • SRVO • £Competitive, aligned to experience • Hybrid Midlands / North ROLE OVERVIEW This role is for an experienced MRICS qualified Chartered Surveyor ready to lead a regional Building Surveying function within a growing consultancy. You will manage and develop a Midlands / North based team delivering consultancy services across residential and commercial portfolios. The role combines technical authority, team leadership and commercial accountability. You will lead from the front across major works, compliance led instructions and advisory services, shaping team performance, client relationships and regional growth with clear responsibility for fee income and profitability. ROLE EXPECTATIONS You will lead and motivate a team of Building Surveyors, ensuring consistent technical standards, delivery quality and commercial efficiency. You will take ownership of recruitment, mentoring, utilisation and growth planning. Alongside leadership duties, you will continue to deliver senior level technical work and maintain strong client relationships. You will actively support business development and promote departmental services across the wider group. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE You'll be successful in this role if: You build and retain a high performing surveying team The region delivers strong fee income and profitability Client relationships are strengthened and new work is secured Technical standards remain robust across complex instructions You contribute strategically to regional and national growth HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Most weeks, you'll be: Managing and developing a team of Building Surveyors Acting as Project Manager and Contract Administrator on projects typically ranging from £50k to £3m+ Providing authoritative advice on building defects and construction issues Preparing Planned Preventative Maintenance and lifecycle reports Undertaking reinstatement cost assessments and condition surveys Completing Building Height Surveys and Building Safety Act related reporting Acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations Overseeing major works and remediation projects Preparing Schedules of Dilapidations and negotiating claims Driving business development and supporting recruitment of junior staff and APC candidates You will work in a hybrid way, balancing leadership, client engagement, site inspections and office collaboration. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR This role suits someone who: Is MRICS qualified with 5+ years PQE Has experience leading or managing a surveying team Is commercially minded and motivated by growth Has strong technical knowledge across construction and building pathology Is confident developing and maintaining client relationships Holds a full clean UK driving licence and can travel as required EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Experience within residential property management Experience acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations Experience delivering Building Safety Act and Higher Risk Building instructions Experience monitoring major remediation or compliance projects Strong client facing communication skills Experience mentoring APC candidates AutoCAD capability is advantageous WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary aligned to experience Discretionary bonus Hybrid and flexible working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave Fully funded training and professional development Pension scheme and employee assistance programme Employee referral scheme Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment You'll also benefit from a senior environment where you are trusted to manage your workload professionally, supported by experienced Directors, and given the tools and backing to deliver high-quality work without unnecessary bureaucracy. ABOUT SRVO SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy delivering building surveying, project and consultancy services across the UK. We work across both commercial and residential sectors and have built a strong reputation through long-standing client relationships, technically robust delivery and a practical approach to problem solving. Our mission is to transform the property landscape with safe and sustainable solutions. As part of the Odevo Group, SRVO combines the agility and expertise of a specialist consultancy with the stability, scale and long-term investment of a wider group. We set our people up to succeed through the right tools, technology and support, alongside clear development pathways and an environment where wellbeing is genuinely prioritised. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on leadership, commercial capability and technical authority We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence will be required. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential. Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check and CSCS card or willingness to obtain.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
REGIONAL DIRECTOR - BUILDING SURVEYING • SRVO • £Competitive, aligned to experience • Hybrid Midlands / North ROLE OVERVIEW This role is for an experienced MRICS qualified Chartered Surveyor ready to lead a regional Building Surveying function within a growing consultancy. You will manage and develop a Midlands / North based team delivering consultancy services across residential and commercial portfolios. The role combines technical authority, team leadership and commercial accountability. You will lead from the front across major works, compliance led instructions and advisory services, shaping team performance, client relationships and regional growth with clear responsibility for fee income and profitability. ROLE EXPECTATIONS You will lead and motivate a team of Building Surveyors, ensuring consistent technical standards, delivery quality and commercial efficiency. You will take ownership of recruitment, mentoring, utilisation and growth planning. Alongside leadership duties, you will continue to deliver senior level technical work and maintain strong client relationships. You will actively support business development and promote departmental services across the wider group. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE You'll be successful in this role if: You build and retain a high performing surveying team The region delivers strong fee income and profitability Client relationships are strengthened and new work is secured Technical standards remain robust across complex instructions You contribute strategically to regional and national growth HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Most weeks, you'll be: Managing and developing a team of Building Surveyors Acting as Project Manager and Contract Administrator on projects typically ranging from £50k to £3m+ Providing authoritative advice on building defects and construction issues Preparing Planned Preventative Maintenance and lifecycle reports Undertaking reinstatement cost assessments and condition surveys Completing Building Height Surveys and Building Safety Act related reporting Acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations Overseeing major works and remediation projects Preparing Schedules of Dilapidations and negotiating claims Driving business development and supporting recruitment of junior staff and APC candidates You will work in a hybrid way, balancing leadership, client engagement, site inspections and office collaboration. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR This role suits someone who: Is MRICS qualified with 5+ years PQE Has experience leading or managing a surveying team Is commercially minded and motivated by growth Has strong technical knowledge across construction and building pathology Is confident developing and maintaining client relationships Holds a full clean UK driving licence and can travel as required EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Experience within residential property management Experience acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations Experience delivering Building Safety Act and Higher Risk Building instructions Experience monitoring major remediation or compliance projects Strong client facing communication skills Experience mentoring APC candidates AutoCAD capability is advantageous WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary aligned to experience Discretionary bonus Hybrid and flexible working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave Fully funded training and professional development Pension scheme and employee assistance programme Employee referral scheme Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment You'll also benefit from a senior environment where you are trusted to manage your workload professionally, supported by experienced Directors, and given the tools and backing to deliver high-quality work without unnecessary bureaucracy. ABOUT SRVO SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy delivering building surveying, project and consultancy services across the UK. We work across both commercial and residential sectors and have built a strong reputation through long-standing client relationships, technically robust delivery and a practical approach to problem solving. Our mission is to transform the property landscape with safe and sustainable solutions. As part of the Odevo Group, SRVO combines the agility and expertise of a specialist consultancy with the stability, scale and long-term investment of a wider group. We set our people up to succeed through the right tools, technology and support, alongside clear development pathways and an environment where wellbeing is genuinely prioritised. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on leadership, commercial capability and technical authority We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence will be required. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential. Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check and CSCS card or willingness to obtain.
Regional Manager - South DCK is one of the world's leading fashion jewellery companies, working with many well-known retailers and high street fashion brands. Some of our hosts include M&S, River Island, Next, Tesco and many more! We are currently recruiting for a Regional Manager on a permanent, full time basis to cover the south of the UK and Southern Ireland. You will be required to travel around to numerous different stores within your area, so please ensure you have access to your own vehicle and a full driving licence. The Regional Manager leads the region as a business unit, driving strong commercial performance, developing high performing Area Managers, and ensuring consistent execution of brand, customer and operational standards. The role translates company strategy into regional action and builds leadership capability to deliver sustainable results. Key Responsibilities Commercial Performance Own and deliver regional sales targets Analyse regional performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities Address underperformance through targeted action plans Ensure effective execution of promotions, initiatives and trading priorities People Leadership & Development Lead, coach and develop Area Managers Drive a sales led culture across the region through commercial insight, strong leadership and a relentless focus on the customer experience Build strong, accountable leadership capability across the region Drive succession planning and talent development Address leadership, behavioural or performance issues decisively Operational Excellence Ensure compliance with company processes, policies and standards Drive consistency in store execution across the region Improve efficiency and working practices Monitor risk, governance and compliance Customer & Brand Delivery Champion customer experience standards Ensure strong visual merchandising and brand presentation Drive consistency of service and experience across all locations Strategic Execution Translate company strategy into clear regional priorities Lead and support change initiatives Communicate direction and expectations clearly Provide insight and feedback to senior leadership Stakeholder & Relationship Management Build strong cross functional partnerships Develop and maintain effective host relationships at regional level Act as a senior escalation point for complex issues Requirements Expert in field operations, achieving high standards in current role Previous field role experience Strong communication skills - confident in delivering training Able to use own initiative to plan time Competent with technology Confident and positive with good interpersonal skills Proven work experience in retail Fashion trend aware Please send an updated CV to be considered!
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Regional Manager - South DCK is one of the world's leading fashion jewellery companies, working with many well-known retailers and high street fashion brands. Some of our hosts include M&S, River Island, Next, Tesco and many more! We are currently recruiting for a Regional Manager on a permanent, full time basis to cover the south of the UK and Southern Ireland. You will be required to travel around to numerous different stores within your area, so please ensure you have access to your own vehicle and a full driving licence. The Regional Manager leads the region as a business unit, driving strong commercial performance, developing high performing Area Managers, and ensuring consistent execution of brand, customer and operational standards. The role translates company strategy into regional action and builds leadership capability to deliver sustainable results. Key Responsibilities Commercial Performance Own and deliver regional sales targets Analyse regional performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities Address underperformance through targeted action plans Ensure effective execution of promotions, initiatives and trading priorities People Leadership & Development Lead, coach and develop Area Managers Drive a sales led culture across the region through commercial insight, strong leadership and a relentless focus on the customer experience Build strong, accountable leadership capability across the region Drive succession planning and talent development Address leadership, behavioural or performance issues decisively Operational Excellence Ensure compliance with company processes, policies and standards Drive consistency in store execution across the region Improve efficiency and working practices Monitor risk, governance and compliance Customer & Brand Delivery Champion customer experience standards Ensure strong visual merchandising and brand presentation Drive consistency of service and experience across all locations Strategic Execution Translate company strategy into clear regional priorities Lead and support change initiatives Communicate direction and expectations clearly Provide insight and feedback to senior leadership Stakeholder & Relationship Management Build strong cross functional partnerships Develop and maintain effective host relationships at regional level Act as a senior escalation point for complex issues Requirements Expert in field operations, achieving high standards in current role Previous field role experience Strong communication skills - confident in delivering training Able to use own initiative to plan time Competent with technology Confident and positive with good interpersonal skills Proven work experience in retail Fashion trend aware Please send an updated CV to be considered!
Internal Sales Manager (UK & Nordics) Banbury We are working with a well-established, growing business based in Banbury who are looking to appoint an Internal Sales Manager to lead their UK and Nordic sales function. This is a hands-on leadership role managing both internal and external sales teams, with direct responsibility for key accounts and regional performance. You will work closely with the Sales Director, taking ownership of day-to-day sales operations while contributing to wider commercial strategy. Benefits: Company Car/Car Allowance Canteen Company pension Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance As an Internal Sales Manager you will: Lead and manage internal and external sales teams to drive performance and service levels Oversee customer orders, quotations and sales processes Take ownership of key customer accounts and support business growth Monitor sales, margins and performance against targets Work closely with procurement, supply chain and product teams Support new product introductions and customer engagement Manage sales reporting, forecasting and pipeline activity Handle customer issues and ensure effective resolution Travel across the UK and Nordics when required The Internal Sales Manager we're looking for will have: Proven experience in a sales leadership or senior account management role Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage performance and margins Confident managing teams and developing people Strong Excel and data analysis skills Comfortable working cross-functionally with multiple departments Automotive aftermarket experience ideal, but not essential Full UK driving licence Additional details: Office-based in Banbury, 5 days per week Monday to Thursday 08:30 to 17:00, Friday 08:30 to 15:30 This Internal Sales Manager is a key hire for the business and would suit someone who enjoys leading from the front, taking ownership and driving performance across a commercial function. INDH Key Words: Internal Sales Manager, Sales Manager, Commercial Manager, Key Account Manager, Sales Leadership
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Internal Sales Manager (UK & Nordics) Banbury We are working with a well-established, growing business based in Banbury who are looking to appoint an Internal Sales Manager to lead their UK and Nordic sales function. This is a hands-on leadership role managing both internal and external sales teams, with direct responsibility for key accounts and regional performance. You will work closely with the Sales Director, taking ownership of day-to-day sales operations while contributing to wider commercial strategy. Benefits: Company Car/Car Allowance Canteen Company pension Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance As an Internal Sales Manager you will: Lead and manage internal and external sales teams to drive performance and service levels Oversee customer orders, quotations and sales processes Take ownership of key customer accounts and support business growth Monitor sales, margins and performance against targets Work closely with procurement, supply chain and product teams Support new product introductions and customer engagement Manage sales reporting, forecasting and pipeline activity Handle customer issues and ensure effective resolution Travel across the UK and Nordics when required The Internal Sales Manager we're looking for will have: Proven experience in a sales leadership or senior account management role Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage performance and margins Confident managing teams and developing people Strong Excel and data analysis skills Comfortable working cross-functionally with multiple departments Automotive aftermarket experience ideal, but not essential Full UK driving licence Additional details: Office-based in Banbury, 5 days per week Monday to Thursday 08:30 to 17:00, Friday 08:30 to 15:30 This Internal Sales Manager is a key hire for the business and would suit someone who enjoys leading from the front, taking ownership and driving performance across a commercial function. INDH Key Words: Internal Sales Manager, Sales Manager, Commercial Manager, Key Account Manager, Sales Leadership
Branch Manager JOB DESCRIPTION ROLE OVERVIEW Title Branch Manager Job Location Branch Reporting to Regional Manager Direct Reports Dependent on branch Key Relationships Regional Manager, branch team, Head Office departments. Suppliers, Sales Development Managers, internal and external customers. Job Summary • Providing, with your team, the highest standard of friendly, knowledgeable service in the branch to deliver the Company objective to be the decorator's first choice. • Managing, controlling and developing the overall business of the branch to agreed sales and profit targets • Management and leadership of your team Responsibilities Selling & Business Development Developing profitable sales by: • Ensuring the branch is covered with appropriate staffing levels during opening hours and opens and closes at advertised times • Pro-actively selling the Company's product range • Planning and agreeing sales development and sales forecasts • Monitoring and communicating results to staff and management • Suggesting and organising local sales campaigns, initiatives and trade days and monitoring the results. • Having and describing a vision for the development of the branch and local business • Arranging local advertising and promotions for the branch with HO support • Ensuring merchandising displays are refreshed in a timely manner to incorporate hotspots and promotional offers • Effectively merchandising the sales area including cleanliness, tidiness and pricing • Negotiating and recommending customer terms • Making and following up quotations • Opening and managing new account customers • Building a network of customers and potential customers • Providing feedback to management and staff on opportunities for growing the business; competitors; nil and low stock situations; customer needs Responsibilities - cont/ d Customer Service Putting the customer first by: • Acknowledging customers as quickly as possible in a friendly and welcoming manner; leading by example and acting as a role model for your team • Promptly serving customers, dealing with their enquiries and operating the POS (point of sale) system coaching the team to ensure they are effective in this key element of customer service • Providing appropriate advice using specialist knowledge to assist customers in getting the results they are looking for • Promptly and effectively handling complaints within agreed parameters, exceeding customer expectations • Maintaining adequate stocks of marketing materials to ensure availability within the branch • Tinting paint to customers' specification and ensuring routine maintenance of tinting machines • Ensuring customer needs are met at all times and in a timely manner • Encouraging the team and developing staff to use and grow their knowledge and to anticipate customer needs • Developing long term friendly and professional relationships with customers, other branch managers and Sales Development Managers • Identifying and implementing ways to meet and exceed customer expectations and requirements Stock Management Ensuring warehouse is maintained to agreed standards; stock levels meet customer demand and remain in accordance with stock targets by: • Monitoring stock profiles of every item in stock and • Regularly reviewing rates of sale and stock levels • Checking suggested orders with agreed internal and external suppliers • Overseeing the delivery and booking in of stock and customer orders • Performing perpetual inventory checks and adjusting where necessary • Optimising efficiencies through bulk orders, working with the Stock Co-ordinator as appropriate • Initiating action to clear excess, slow selling, clearance and damaged stock • Supervising the annual stock take • Organising branch transfers/inter branch transfers orders Management and Leadership Demonstrating an interest and understanding of effective team working and working productively with others to achieve the shared Company objectives by: • Participating in recruitment and selection • Allocating work to staff effectively; creating staff rotas to ensure customer needs are met • Regularly reviewing performance, carrying out probation progress meetings and annual performance reviews • Regularly assessing training needs, nominating staff for training and coaching team in the skills and knowledge required for their individual roles • Taking responsibility for aspects of managing the team including holiday booking, absence management, return to work interviews, well being meetings and formal meetings when required • Actively listening, consulting and communicating with staff Ad hoc tasks As directed by the Regional Manager, Senior Branch Manager or Head Office Manager Other conditions relevant to the role In addition to the above key tasks the job holder is also responsible for: • Promoting the Company's Aims and Values and setting an example by own behaviour and adherence to these standards • Supporting change in the business • Supporting growth and development in the business • Adhering to all Company policies and systems including Health & Safety and Environmental issues • Ensuring the office is properly maintained to agreed standards • The security of cash, stock , premises and vehicles (as appropriate) • Using any reports provided to support the effective running of the branch • Controlling all overheads keeping the costs within the agreed budgeted forecast • Ensuring the premises (including the office) and machinery are properly maintained to agreed standards
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Branch Manager JOB DESCRIPTION ROLE OVERVIEW Title Branch Manager Job Location Branch Reporting to Regional Manager Direct Reports Dependent on branch Key Relationships Regional Manager, branch team, Head Office departments. Suppliers, Sales Development Managers, internal and external customers. Job Summary • Providing, with your team, the highest standard of friendly, knowledgeable service in the branch to deliver the Company objective to be the decorator's first choice. • Managing, controlling and developing the overall business of the branch to agreed sales and profit targets • Management and leadership of your team Responsibilities Selling & Business Development Developing profitable sales by: • Ensuring the branch is covered with appropriate staffing levels during opening hours and opens and closes at advertised times • Pro-actively selling the Company's product range • Planning and agreeing sales development and sales forecasts • Monitoring and communicating results to staff and management • Suggesting and organising local sales campaigns, initiatives and trade days and monitoring the results. • Having and describing a vision for the development of the branch and local business • Arranging local advertising and promotions for the branch with HO support • Ensuring merchandising displays are refreshed in a timely manner to incorporate hotspots and promotional offers • Effectively merchandising the sales area including cleanliness, tidiness and pricing • Negotiating and recommending customer terms • Making and following up quotations • Opening and managing new account customers • Building a network of customers and potential customers • Providing feedback to management and staff on opportunities for growing the business; competitors; nil and low stock situations; customer needs Responsibilities - cont/ d Customer Service Putting the customer first by: • Acknowledging customers as quickly as possible in a friendly and welcoming manner; leading by example and acting as a role model for your team • Promptly serving customers, dealing with their enquiries and operating the POS (point of sale) system coaching the team to ensure they are effective in this key element of customer service • Providing appropriate advice using specialist knowledge to assist customers in getting the results they are looking for • Promptly and effectively handling complaints within agreed parameters, exceeding customer expectations • Maintaining adequate stocks of marketing materials to ensure availability within the branch • Tinting paint to customers' specification and ensuring routine maintenance of tinting machines • Ensuring customer needs are met at all times and in a timely manner • Encouraging the team and developing staff to use and grow their knowledge and to anticipate customer needs • Developing long term friendly and professional relationships with customers, other branch managers and Sales Development Managers • Identifying and implementing ways to meet and exceed customer expectations and requirements Stock Management Ensuring warehouse is maintained to agreed standards; stock levels meet customer demand and remain in accordance with stock targets by: • Monitoring stock profiles of every item in stock and • Regularly reviewing rates of sale and stock levels • Checking suggested orders with agreed internal and external suppliers • Overseeing the delivery and booking in of stock and customer orders • Performing perpetual inventory checks and adjusting where necessary • Optimising efficiencies through bulk orders, working with the Stock Co-ordinator as appropriate • Initiating action to clear excess, slow selling, clearance and damaged stock • Supervising the annual stock take • Organising branch transfers/inter branch transfers orders Management and Leadership Demonstrating an interest and understanding of effective team working and working productively with others to achieve the shared Company objectives by: • Participating in recruitment and selection • Allocating work to staff effectively; creating staff rotas to ensure customer needs are met • Regularly reviewing performance, carrying out probation progress meetings and annual performance reviews • Regularly assessing training needs, nominating staff for training and coaching team in the skills and knowledge required for their individual roles • Taking responsibility for aspects of managing the team including holiday booking, absence management, return to work interviews, well being meetings and formal meetings when required • Actively listening, consulting and communicating with staff Ad hoc tasks As directed by the Regional Manager, Senior Branch Manager or Head Office Manager Other conditions relevant to the role In addition to the above key tasks the job holder is also responsible for: • Promoting the Company's Aims and Values and setting an example by own behaviour and adherence to these standards • Supporting change in the business • Supporting growth and development in the business • Adhering to all Company policies and systems including Health & Safety and Environmental issues • Ensuring the office is properly maintained to agreed standards • The security of cash, stock , premises and vehicles (as appropriate) • Using any reports provided to support the effective running of the branch • Controlling all overheads keeping the costs within the agreed budgeted forecast • Ensuring the premises (including the office) and machinery are properly maintained to agreed standards
Element Materials Technology Ltd.
Skelmersdale, Lancashire
Overview Element has an opportunity for a Sales Director. The primary function of the Sales Director is leading and coaching assigned staff to drive profitable growth both within current customer base and new prospects, to increase customer satisfaction, drive productivity and achieve and exceed Element's booking objectives. The successful candidate will manage a sales team (which can consist of Business Development Directors, Business Development Managers and Business Development Associates), Inside Sales Manager(s) and Quotation Management Team. In this role you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coaching of a sales team and quotation management team, to maximize bookings on all customer segments. You will display and cascade an Enterprise mentality and create a positive environment. You will also responsible for the prioritization and assignment of their resources to the best opportunities and potential customers, setting clear goals and priorities for their direct reports. Responsibilities Ensure sales resources are aligned with Element's Sales 'go to market' strategy Create and review strategic plan and annual plan to ensure adherence to initiatives and objectives Ensure sales team uses desired behaviours and actions to execute the sales strategy Drive proactive positive enterprise sales approach through the commercial organization Achieve rollup sales goals through effective coaching and managing of direct reports Coach sales resources to determine best course of action to advance sales opportunities Engage other Element resources to help team members to advance opportunities Partners with Operations when needed in order to have seamless execution Assess direct reports and provide them with tools necessary to improve the required skills and competencies Ensure the sales resources are prioritizing highest opportunity accounts Drive quotation management team to adhere to customer requirement Drive new customer acquisition and penetration Represent regional sales in periodic business reviews, business reporting and leadership forums Ensure compliance with all Element policies including but not limited to Terms and Conditions, trade compliance, treatment of others, moral code of conduct, and employee handbook Ensure adherence to all applicable laws pertaining to safety, environment and corporate governance Skills / Qualifications A significant career of Sales experience, of which 5-10 years must have been in a sales management position Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Responsible for a minimum, 8 digit order intake budget Remote management of a national (or very large multi-state region) sales team Ability to read and interpret documents such as customer quotes / contracts, marketing materials, and customer testing specifications Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions and proportions and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry Ability to solve practical customer problems and interpret a variety of instructions, data and details furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Must have valid Driver's License, with an acceptable driving record under Element's policy Experience in interpreting testing procedures and requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel) Availability, flexibility, and maturity to represent the company at a broad range of events / projects in the community, with customers and within the company Ability to remain calm when faced with mounting pressure related to deadlines and multiple priorities Well-developed oral and written communication skills to meet a variety of communication needs Good interpersonal skills that foster open upward and downward communication built on mutual respect Ability to interface with clients, win new work and determine their requirements; helps develops proposals including cost estimates, work plan and terms and conditions Ability to travel up to 75% of the time; some overnight travel may be required Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization. Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner". All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Overview Element has an opportunity for a Sales Director. The primary function of the Sales Director is leading and coaching assigned staff to drive profitable growth both within current customer base and new prospects, to increase customer satisfaction, drive productivity and achieve and exceed Element's booking objectives. The successful candidate will manage a sales team (which can consist of Business Development Directors, Business Development Managers and Business Development Associates), Inside Sales Manager(s) and Quotation Management Team. In this role you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coaching of a sales team and quotation management team, to maximize bookings on all customer segments. You will display and cascade an Enterprise mentality and create a positive environment. You will also responsible for the prioritization and assignment of their resources to the best opportunities and potential customers, setting clear goals and priorities for their direct reports. Responsibilities Ensure sales resources are aligned with Element's Sales 'go to market' strategy Create and review strategic plan and annual plan to ensure adherence to initiatives and objectives Ensure sales team uses desired behaviours and actions to execute the sales strategy Drive proactive positive enterprise sales approach through the commercial organization Achieve rollup sales goals through effective coaching and managing of direct reports Coach sales resources to determine best course of action to advance sales opportunities Engage other Element resources to help team members to advance opportunities Partners with Operations when needed in order to have seamless execution Assess direct reports and provide them with tools necessary to improve the required skills and competencies Ensure the sales resources are prioritizing highest opportunity accounts Drive quotation management team to adhere to customer requirement Drive new customer acquisition and penetration Represent regional sales in periodic business reviews, business reporting and leadership forums Ensure compliance with all Element policies including but not limited to Terms and Conditions, trade compliance, treatment of others, moral code of conduct, and employee handbook Ensure adherence to all applicable laws pertaining to safety, environment and corporate governance Skills / Qualifications A significant career of Sales experience, of which 5-10 years must have been in a sales management position Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Responsible for a minimum, 8 digit order intake budget Remote management of a national (or very large multi-state region) sales team Ability to read and interpret documents such as customer quotes / contracts, marketing materials, and customer testing specifications Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions and proportions and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry Ability to solve practical customer problems and interpret a variety of instructions, data and details furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Must have valid Driver's License, with an acceptable driving record under Element's policy Experience in interpreting testing procedures and requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel) Availability, flexibility, and maturity to represent the company at a broad range of events / projects in the community, with customers and within the company Ability to remain calm when faced with mounting pressure related to deadlines and multiple priorities Well-developed oral and written communication skills to meet a variety of communication needs Good interpersonal skills that foster open upward and downward communication built on mutual respect Ability to interface with clients, win new work and determine their requirements; helps develops proposals including cost estimates, work plan and terms and conditions Ability to travel up to 75% of the time; some overnight travel may be required Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization. Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner". All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
A senior tax professional is sought to join a leading international accountancy firm within a well-established regional office. The role sits within a growing Corporate and Business Tax function and offers a strong advisory focus, working directly with partners and specialist teams to support owner managed businesses, groups, and family run enterprises. This is a visible position with genuine influence over client outcomes, team development, and future growth. Job Title: Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Godalming Salary: £67,000 £91,000 Reference no: 15988 Senior Accountant Benefits 25 days core holiday Enhanced maternity/paternity Enhanced pension Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions Life assurance and health cash plan Employee assistance programme Hybrid and flexible working Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager About The Role This position combines hands-on advisory work with responsibility for managing delivery and quality across a varied client portfolio. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead tax projects from scoping through to completion, and work closely with colleagues across tax, general practice, legal, and financial planning. Alongside advisory work, you will oversee relevant compliance activity and support the development of junior team members. Key responsibilities: Lead tax advisory engagements for owner managed businesses, groups, and family owned clients Identify planning opportunities and manage projects from initial discussions through to implementation Provide integrated tax advice across corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and related areas Support business restructurings and transactions, including group reorganisations and shareholder planning Prepare and review technical documentation, including HMRC clearances and valuation related work Advise on employee share arrangements and growth structures, working alongside valuation specialists where required Support clients with reliefs and incentive schemes, including advance assurance applications Review complex corporation tax returns and oversee compliance work delivered by junior team members Act as a technical point of contact for wider practice teams, responding to queries arising from client work Contribute to business development activity alongside partners Coach, review, and develop junior members of the tax team, maintaining high technical standards The successful Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager will have: CTA qualification ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred Strong experience in corporate, OMB, or mixed tax environments Proven advisory experience alongside a solid compliance background Confidence reviewing complex work and supervising junior staff Strong technical knowledge with a commercial approach to problem solving Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to deadlines A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of work and relationships Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
A senior tax professional is sought to join a leading international accountancy firm within a well-established regional office. The role sits within a growing Corporate and Business Tax function and offers a strong advisory focus, working directly with partners and specialist teams to support owner managed businesses, groups, and family run enterprises. This is a visible position with genuine influence over client outcomes, team development, and future growth. Job Title: Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Godalming Salary: £67,000 £91,000 Reference no: 15988 Senior Accountant Benefits 25 days core holiday Enhanced maternity/paternity Enhanced pension Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions Life assurance and health cash plan Employee assistance programme Hybrid and flexible working Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager About The Role This position combines hands-on advisory work with responsibility for managing delivery and quality across a varied client portfolio. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead tax projects from scoping through to completion, and work closely with colleagues across tax, general practice, legal, and financial planning. Alongside advisory work, you will oversee relevant compliance activity and support the development of junior team members. Key responsibilities: Lead tax advisory engagements for owner managed businesses, groups, and family owned clients Identify planning opportunities and manage projects from initial discussions through to implementation Provide integrated tax advice across corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and related areas Support business restructurings and transactions, including group reorganisations and shareholder planning Prepare and review technical documentation, including HMRC clearances and valuation related work Advise on employee share arrangements and growth structures, working alongside valuation specialists where required Support clients with reliefs and incentive schemes, including advance assurance applications Review complex corporation tax returns and oversee compliance work delivered by junior team members Act as a technical point of contact for wider practice teams, responding to queries arising from client work Contribute to business development activity alongside partners Coach, review, and develop junior members of the tax team, maintaining high technical standards The successful Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager will have: CTA qualification ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred Strong experience in corporate, OMB, or mixed tax environments Proven advisory experience alongside a solid compliance background Confidence reviewing complex work and supervising junior staff Strong technical knowledge with a commercial approach to problem solving Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to deadlines A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of work and relationships Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Our Organisation Womankind Worldwide is a global women's rights organisation working in partnership with women's rights movements and organisations to transform the lives of women and girls. We strengthen and support women's movements in our focus countries in Africa and Asia, and take collective action at regional and global levels, to ensure women's voices are heard, their rights are realised, and their lives are free from violence. Currently, Womankind has staff based in Kenya and the UK. This position can be co-located in Kenya or the UK. You must have the right to work in either Kenya or the UK to apply for this role, in line with the laws and regulations of these countries. Role Purpose The Fundraising & Marketing team's purpose is to advocate for and raise flexible and unrestricted funding to enable Womankind to deliver its 2030 organisational strategy. This post will support the growth of trusts and foundations income by carrying out prospect research, preparing proposals and reports for small and medium sized donors, and cultivating and stewarding new and existing donor relationships to secure long term income for Womankind. Areas of responsibilities: Prospect research - Co coordinate the prospect research requirements for trusts and foundations, working closely with the Philanthropy Manager - Foundations, produce clear and relevant donor profiles and where relevant, make recommendations for donor cultivation and development. Proposal and report development - Produce and send high quality, engaging and relevant applications and reports to trusts and foundations and develop and maintain efficient ways of keeping existing and prospective donors up to date and engaged on the work of Womankind. Donor relationship management - Establish and manage long term, effective and values aligned relationships with existing and prospective trust and foundation donors by providing excellent donor and supporter care. Maintain prompt and personalised thanking to donors. Event management support - Work with the Philanthropy Manager - Foundations and Philanthropy Manager - Corporate Partnerships to coordinate a range of cultivation and engagement events for key donors including researching venues, co ordinating invitation process and guest list management, liaising with relevant staff and post event follow up. Key relationships and collaboration: • Internally: fundraising, grant making and feminist partnerships, communications, policy and advocacy and finance and resources. • Externally: Trusts and foundations, other donors, sector allies. Person Specification Essential Experience: Minimum of two years experience in a fundraising role, with a focus on relationship based fundraising, ideally trusts and foundations. Experience and a proven track record of growing income from trusts and foundations. Demonstrable experience of prospect research. Proven ability to write compelling proposals and reports communicating complex project information to donors. Proven ability to form good working relationships with colleagues across the organisation. Proven experience using a fundraising database (ideally Beacon) to maintain accurate donor records, manage invitation guest lists for events, and extract data for donor reporting and prospect tracking. Experience of fundraising for a UK based organisation. Essential Travel requirements: The role requires a willingness for occasional overseas travel. This may involve an overnight stay. Desirable: An understanding of fundraising from corporate or major donors. Experience of growing unrestricted income. Experience fundraising for an intermediary funder or sub granting programme. Experience of organising donor events. Knowledge and Skills: Strong presentation and communications skills with the confidence to deal with a range of stakeholders. Understanding ethical fundraising principles and performing initial due diligence checks. Highly organised approach with meticulous attention to detail. A good understanding of relationship based fundraising. A good knowledge of the funding environment in the women's rights sector. Values and Behaviours The ideal candidate must be committed to the mission, vision, values and aims of Womankind Worldwide as it works towards a feminist workplace which is fit for the future and supports our staff equitably across our locations. All posts are expected to contribute towards developing a supportive working environment, to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, professionalism and respect, transparency and accountability and to uphold quality standards as outlined in policies and procedures, and in compliance with Womankind Worldwide's Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Policy. Application timelines Closing date for applications is the 23rd April 2026, we may close for applications early depending on the number of applicants. Interviews will take place the week commencing 4th May 2026.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Our Organisation Womankind Worldwide is a global women's rights organisation working in partnership with women's rights movements and organisations to transform the lives of women and girls. We strengthen and support women's movements in our focus countries in Africa and Asia, and take collective action at regional and global levels, to ensure women's voices are heard, their rights are realised, and their lives are free from violence. Currently, Womankind has staff based in Kenya and the UK. This position can be co-located in Kenya or the UK. You must have the right to work in either Kenya or the UK to apply for this role, in line with the laws and regulations of these countries. Role Purpose The Fundraising & Marketing team's purpose is to advocate for and raise flexible and unrestricted funding to enable Womankind to deliver its 2030 organisational strategy. This post will support the growth of trusts and foundations income by carrying out prospect research, preparing proposals and reports for small and medium sized donors, and cultivating and stewarding new and existing donor relationships to secure long term income for Womankind. Areas of responsibilities: Prospect research - Co coordinate the prospect research requirements for trusts and foundations, working closely with the Philanthropy Manager - Foundations, produce clear and relevant donor profiles and where relevant, make recommendations for donor cultivation and development. Proposal and report development - Produce and send high quality, engaging and relevant applications and reports to trusts and foundations and develop and maintain efficient ways of keeping existing and prospective donors up to date and engaged on the work of Womankind. Donor relationship management - Establish and manage long term, effective and values aligned relationships with existing and prospective trust and foundation donors by providing excellent donor and supporter care. Maintain prompt and personalised thanking to donors. Event management support - Work with the Philanthropy Manager - Foundations and Philanthropy Manager - Corporate Partnerships to coordinate a range of cultivation and engagement events for key donors including researching venues, co ordinating invitation process and guest list management, liaising with relevant staff and post event follow up. Key relationships and collaboration: • Internally: fundraising, grant making and feminist partnerships, communications, policy and advocacy and finance and resources. • Externally: Trusts and foundations, other donors, sector allies. Person Specification Essential Experience: Minimum of two years experience in a fundraising role, with a focus on relationship based fundraising, ideally trusts and foundations. Experience and a proven track record of growing income from trusts and foundations. Demonstrable experience of prospect research. Proven ability to write compelling proposals and reports communicating complex project information to donors. Proven ability to form good working relationships with colleagues across the organisation. Proven experience using a fundraising database (ideally Beacon) to maintain accurate donor records, manage invitation guest lists for events, and extract data for donor reporting and prospect tracking. Experience of fundraising for a UK based organisation. Essential Travel requirements: The role requires a willingness for occasional overseas travel. This may involve an overnight stay. Desirable: An understanding of fundraising from corporate or major donors. Experience of growing unrestricted income. Experience fundraising for an intermediary funder or sub granting programme. Experience of organising donor events. Knowledge and Skills: Strong presentation and communications skills with the confidence to deal with a range of stakeholders. Understanding ethical fundraising principles and performing initial due diligence checks. Highly organised approach with meticulous attention to detail. A good understanding of relationship based fundraising. A good knowledge of the funding environment in the women's rights sector. Values and Behaviours The ideal candidate must be committed to the mission, vision, values and aims of Womankind Worldwide as it works towards a feminist workplace which is fit for the future and supports our staff equitably across our locations. All posts are expected to contribute towards developing a supportive working environment, to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, professionalism and respect, transparency and accountability and to uphold quality standards as outlined in policies and procedures, and in compliance with Womankind Worldwide's Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Policy. Application timelines Closing date for applications is the 23rd April 2026, we may close for applications early depending on the number of applicants. Interviews will take place the week commencing 4th May 2026.
Fire Alarm Account Manager Salary: C.£55,000 basic with £75,000 OTE + 33 Days Holidays, etc Location: South East England (e.g., London, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Middlesex or similar places you could live for South) About Us: We are dedicated to connecting top talent with the best opportunities in the market and are seeking a Fire Alarm Account Manager or Business Development Manager keen to account manage for our client who has successful team and too many clients and so this opportunity exists to develop fire alarm sales. Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Fire Alarm Account Manager/ Key Account Manager/ Regional Account Manager or National Account Manager to join our clients team and we are flexible on location to find a Fire Alarm Sales person with right attitude and ability to develop national account, key account or regional accounts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and growing client accounts, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction, and driving sales within the designated regions as fire service sales, National Account Manager alongside good team Key Responsibilities: if you have been Major Account Manager/ National Account Manager - Fire Service Sales/ Fire system Sales/ Fire Alarm Sales or Fire and Security Sales - for this Fire Account Managers role in South East Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing national clients. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within fire alarm sector. Provide expert advice and solutions to clients regarding fire alarm systems). You will have design support, so don't need to be totally technical however MUST have sold Fire Detection before) Prepare and present proposals, quotes, and contracts to clients. Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs and get commission for doing it. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery. Stay updated on industry trends, products, and competitors. Requirements: if you have been Account Manager - Fire Alarm Proven experience in account management within the fire alarm or or Fire and security industry. Strong sales and negotiation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Willingness to travel within to south east to client sites Valid driving license. What We Offer: if you have been Major Account Manager - Fire Alarm c. £55k salary with excellent OTE potential. £75k realistic if you have sold fire systems/ been fire alarm account management Others in team are overachieving targets and so join success Comprehensive benefits package including 24+ days holiday. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Full permanent benefits Supportive team and design support Leads and given accounts How to Apply: If you are passionate about the fire alarm industry and have a proven track record in Fire Alarm account management, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV, call directly or apply through our website.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Fire Alarm Account Manager Salary: C.£55,000 basic with £75,000 OTE + 33 Days Holidays, etc Location: South East England (e.g., London, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Middlesex or similar places you could live for South) About Us: We are dedicated to connecting top talent with the best opportunities in the market and are seeking a Fire Alarm Account Manager or Business Development Manager keen to account manage for our client who has successful team and too many clients and so this opportunity exists to develop fire alarm sales. Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Fire Alarm Account Manager/ Key Account Manager/ Regional Account Manager or National Account Manager to join our clients team and we are flexible on location to find a Fire Alarm Sales person with right attitude and ability to develop national account, key account or regional accounts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and growing client accounts, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction, and driving sales within the designated regions as fire service sales, National Account Manager alongside good team Key Responsibilities: if you have been Major Account Manager/ National Account Manager - Fire Service Sales/ Fire system Sales/ Fire Alarm Sales or Fire and Security Sales - for this Fire Account Managers role in South East Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing national clients. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within fire alarm sector. Provide expert advice and solutions to clients regarding fire alarm systems). You will have design support, so don't need to be totally technical however MUST have sold Fire Detection before) Prepare and present proposals, quotes, and contracts to clients. Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs and get commission for doing it. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery. Stay updated on industry trends, products, and competitors. Requirements: if you have been Account Manager - Fire Alarm Proven experience in account management within the fire alarm or or Fire and security industry. Strong sales and negotiation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Willingness to travel within to south east to client sites Valid driving license. What We Offer: if you have been Major Account Manager - Fire Alarm c. £55k salary with excellent OTE potential. £75k realistic if you have sold fire systems/ been fire alarm account management Others in team are overachieving targets and so join success Comprehensive benefits package including 24+ days holiday. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Full permanent benefits Supportive team and design support Leads and given accounts How to Apply: If you are passionate about the fire alarm industry and have a proven track record in Fire Alarm account management, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV, call directly or apply through our website.
Area Sales Manager - Power Tools Job Title: Business Development Manager - Diamond Cutting & Drilling Tools Industry Sector: Building Products, Building Materials, Hand Tools, Tools, DIY Sheds, DIT Stores, Screwfix, B&Q, Tool Distributors, Distributors, Builders Merchants, Independent Merchants, Buying Groups, Plumbing & Heating Merchants, Toolstation, Tool Hire, National Account Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales, Business Development, External SalesArea to be covered: South (will consider candidates from Stoke down)Remuneration: £50,000 + yearly bonus tbc Benefits: hybrid company car + benefits package The role of the Business Development Manager - Diamond Cutting & Drilling Tools will involve: Area Sales Manager position selling the hire and sales of diamond cutting & drilling tools All of your time will be spent selling to tool distributors, hand tool retailers, builders merchants, independent merchants, buying groups, hardware outlets, garden centres and distributors such as: Jewson, Toolstation, Plumbase, Wolseley Turnover target £250k first year Predominately new business with a basis targeting the tool distribution / hire market The ideal applicant will be an Business Development Manager - Diamond Cutting & Drilling Tools with: Must have sales experiencing the power tools industry Must have worked for or sold to builders merchants, independent merchants, buying groups, hardware outlets, garden centres, hand tool retailers, plumbing & heating merchants and distributors Ideally hire experience Ideally relationships in the tool hire industry for example; Toolstation IT Literate Team player Drive & determination Mitchell Maguire is a specialist Construction Sales Recruitment Consultancy, dealing exclusively within: Building Products, Building Materials, Hand Tools, Tools, DIY Sheds, DIT Stores, Screwfix, B&Q, Builders Merchants, Independent Merchants, Buying Groups, Account Manager, National Account Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales, Business Development, External Sales
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Area Sales Manager - Power Tools Job Title: Business Development Manager - Diamond Cutting & Drilling Tools Industry Sector: Building Products, Building Materials, Hand Tools, Tools, DIY Sheds, DIT Stores, Screwfix, B&Q, Tool Distributors, Distributors, Builders Merchants, Independent Merchants, Buying Groups, Plumbing & Heating Merchants, Toolstation, Tool Hire, National Account Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales, Business Development, External SalesArea to be covered: South (will consider candidates from Stoke down)Remuneration: £50,000 + yearly bonus tbc Benefits: hybrid company car + benefits package The role of the Business Development Manager - Diamond Cutting & Drilling Tools will involve: Area Sales Manager position selling the hire and sales of diamond cutting & drilling tools All of your time will be spent selling to tool distributors, hand tool retailers, builders merchants, independent merchants, buying groups, hardware outlets, garden centres and distributors such as: Jewson, Toolstation, Plumbase, Wolseley Turnover target £250k first year Predominately new business with a basis targeting the tool distribution / hire market The ideal applicant will be an Business Development Manager - Diamond Cutting & Drilling Tools with: Must have sales experiencing the power tools industry Must have worked for or sold to builders merchants, independent merchants, buying groups, hardware outlets, garden centres, hand tool retailers, plumbing & heating merchants and distributors Ideally hire experience Ideally relationships in the tool hire industry for example; Toolstation IT Literate Team player Drive & determination Mitchell Maguire is a specialist Construction Sales Recruitment Consultancy, dealing exclusively within: Building Products, Building Materials, Hand Tools, Tools, DIY Sheds, DIT Stores, Screwfix, B&Q, Builders Merchants, Independent Merchants, Buying Groups, Account Manager, National Account Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales, Business Development, External Sales
