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Retail Bureau Manager (Store Manager) Hours: 30h p/w Location/s: Bishop's Stortford Responsible for: A small team of Retail Colleagues. Shift Pattern: Monday - Sunday Lead the Way as a Retail Bureau Manager Are you a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? Do you have a passion for retail, financial services, and driving performance? At eurochange, our Bureau Managers don t just manage branches they inspire, empower, and set the standard for delivering exceptional service. As a Bureau Manager, you ll be at the heart of our retail FX business, leading your team to success with outstanding leadership, commercial acumen, and a commitment to making every customer s experience seamless and memorable. From hitting sales targets and ensuring compliance to building a motivated, high-performing team, you ll play a key role in bringing our purpose to life. What you'll be doing on a day-to-day basis Own the performance of your branch, driving revenue and profitability through excellent customer service and strong sales strategies Inspire and coach your team to deliver personalised, engaging experiences for every customer Build lasting relationships with customers, understanding their travel needs and matching them with the right products Actively promote our full range of services to help customers make their travel money experience better, simpler, and more convenient Act as the first point of contact for customer queries and complaints, resolving them quickly and professionally Lead by example in delivering our eurochange sales framework and maintaining our high standards Ensure full compliance with AML, KYC, and company procedures, upholding our reputation for integrity and trust Conduct regular cash reconciliations and audits to manage risk and minimise losses Analyse branch KPIs and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement Train and mentor your team to grow their skills, confidence, and careers Manage operational excellence by keeping your branch organised, secure, and compliant with all regulations Collaborate with peers, Regional Managers, and Support Centre teams to share insights and drive success across the wider business Proactively seek opportunities to innovate and improve processes that enhance the customer experience. Our Leadership Behaviours As a Bureau Manager, you ll be expected to: Lead by example, embodying eurochange s values in every interaction Communicate clearly and confidently, ensuring your team knows what s expected and feels supported Empower your team to make decisions, solve problems, and take ownership of their performance Recognise and celebrate success, motivating your team to achieve and exceed their targets Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced retail environment Foster a positive, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive Give and receive feedback openly and constructively, always looking for ways to improve Stay commercially aware, understanding how your decisions impact the branch and the wider business The Stand-Out Qualities to Be Part of Proven experience leading teams in a retail, banking, or financial services environment A commercial mindset with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop others Financial acumen, including managing budgets, cash handling, and risk controls Knowledge of AML, KYC, and financial compliance standards A passion for customer service and relationship building Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills Our Perks Are Out of This World! Colleague Rate on Travel Money 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) High Street Discounts Free 24/7 Virtual GP service for you and your family Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Wellbeing & Financial Support through Retail Trust Employee Assistance Programme because you matter! Wagestream access your earned wages when you need it Recognition Awards for outstanding service Additional holiday entitlement after 1 year Life Assurance and much more! Our Vision To be the UK s go-to travel money provider, adding value to every customer s journey. Our Purpose Foreign exchange but better, simpler & more convenient. We re the trusted inspirational experts. Our Values We Strive We Trust We re Aspirational We re Responsible We re Sincere

At Vision Express, we give optometrists the equipment, time, and support to step out with confidence. Backed by the strength of EssilorLuxottica, your career is supported with unparalleled stability, development opportunities, and a clear path to grow. The role: Salary: Up to £75,000 (subject to your experience and location) Car allowance: £4,000 Location: Ashby de la Zouch, Working hours: Full time: 38.75 to include weekend working Our Ashby de la Zouch (Tesco) store has 2 test rooms, which are fully equipped with with all the up-to-date equipment. Set on the outside of the Town Centre with immediate access to the M42, this high performing store has a well-established team including a Store Manager and Optical Assistants who support two optometrists. What you'll get At Vision Express, we've built rewards that give you more. Depending on the options you choose, your total reward package (for full-time roles) typically includes c.£11,000 in additional benefits on top of your basic salary and car allowance. 33 days' annual leave : Your time outside the test room matters. That's why your annual leave grows with you, rising to 38 days inc. bank holidays. Sales and performance-based bonus : Our bonus scheme rewards your performance, with an on-target bonus of up to £5,040 and the potential for higher rewards when your store achieves beyond expectations. Private medical cover for you and your family : We go the extra mile when it comes to your health. With private medical cover, not just for you, but for your family too. Life assurance : With life assurance worth four times your salary, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your loved ones are protected, whatever happens. Overtime opportunities : Exclusive to Vision Express, the TG Pool is our network that gives optometrists flexibility to pick up shifts paid at 80% of the locum rate. Share options : When you grow, we grow - and success should be shared. Our colleagues can purchase shares in EssilorLuxottica with additional free shares gifted by us. A pension that plans for your future : Our competitive pension scheme helps you build a secure future, so you can focus on what matters most today. View our full list of benefits Flexible working? Let's talk If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether that's alternate days or a compressed week, we are open to discussing flexible options. Who we're looking for You'll be a great fit for this role if you: Are a qualified, GOC registered optometrist Use your clinical expertise to deliver a clear diagnosis that builds patient confidence Enjoy being part of a team - sharing ideas, supporting colleagues, and working together Contribute to the commercial success of the store - focusing on performance, growth, and delivering an outstanding customer experience Bring confidence, passion, and genuine enthusiasm for making a difference to people's lives Why Vision Express? With 590+ stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and an innovative med-tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we're investing in you - your skills, your ambitions, and your future. Please note: The total reward package of up to £11,000 in benefits is dependent on the options you select, your role, the store, and length of service. Not all benefits may be available to all colleagues, and the value of some benefits may vary. TG Pool shifts are paid at 80% of the locum rate for the first shift worked each week. For full details, please get in touch with our recruitment team at

Summary £46,000- £66,000 per annum 30-35 days' holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Pension scheme Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're confident, inspiring and always ready to get hands-on. Just like you. As a Lidl Store Manager, you're ready to embrace our unique culture and play a key part in building our global business. From taking ownership of your store and keeping customers happy to developing and inspiring your team, you'll lead from the front and guide us toward success. You'll find plenty of challenges and with them, the thrill of seeing your hard work pay off; hitting targets, solving problems and championing your team to reach their full potential. In return, we'll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Company Values Confidently create an environment where every colleague can achieve their best work Be responsible for managing and improving the day-to-day operations and performance of your store's KPIs Optimise processes and solving problems to keep your store running like clockwork and your team focused on their tasks Make sure that excellent Customer Service is given to everyone who shops with us What you'll need Experience leading and developing a team in an exciting, fast-paced environment Excellent time-management, delegation, and problem-solving skills A pride in offering unmatched support to your customers and your team through every shift Strong communication skills to tackle even the trickiest conversations The confidence to monitor, manage and improve your store's key performance indicators What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) A fully expensed company car or car allowance 10% in-store discount Contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave Plus, more of the perks you deserve We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Restaurant general manager Welcome to KFC. Home of the real ones. We sell the world's best chicken. We've done it for a long old time - since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin' good chicken popped into our Colonel's head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago. People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day - building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones, we're in. In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere. If you join our team, we only ask one thing. That you be you. Because that makes us, us. Sounds good? Great. Here's more about the job. About the role Lead from the front, take full ownership of the restaurant, and smash performance goals while building a team that doesn't just meet standards but exceeds them. Own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, keeping everything running smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive. What will you spend your time doing? Lead like you mean it. You'll take full ownership of the restaurant - drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe. Build a team worth following. Train, coach, and motivate your people so they don't just meet the standard - they raise it. Smash the targets. Own your KPIs and push the team to deliver every shift, every day. Keep it tight. Stay on top of the admin - rosters, stock, reporting - so everything runs smooth behind the scenes. Make the guest experience unforgettable. Turn first-timers into regulars by creating moments that hit different. What we'd love from you: You lead from the front. You've managed teams before and know how to bring the best out of people. You get people. You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels seen. You run a tight ship. You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant - even when it's chaos. Keeping it real We don't hire staff - we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something special to add to the mix we call work, and we'll always encourage you to add your perspective. See, at KFC, everyone's welcome - whatever your background, and whatever future you're creating. We'll look out for you because you're one of us, not because you work for us. We'll invest in your potential, because it's what we've always done. But most of all, we'll give you the freedom to be you, wherever (and whoever) you happen to be. What's in it for you: We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real. Pay rate: £38,000 - £42,000 Quarterly BONUS that rewards the hustle Extra holiday - more time to recharge Life assurance - we've got you covered Free chicken & chips every shift 25% staff discount Gym discounts to keep you moving 200+ high street perks & cashback Wellbeing support that actually helps KFC for everyone: Whoever you are and wherever you're from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real you to work. We're here to support you in being yourself, whether you work with us, or are trying to. Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We don't just welcome, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries. If you'd like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements - just let us know. We'll be there to help you be the real you. Ready? We hope so. If you're ready to be part of our community, now's the time to apply. Worried you aren't ticking all the boxes? Don't - we'd still love to hear from you.

Restaurant general manager Welcome to KFC. Home of the real ones. We sell the world's best chicken. We've done it for a long old time - since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin' good chicken popped into our Colonel's head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago. People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day - building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones, we're in. In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere. If you join our team, we only ask one thing. That you be you. Because that makes us, us. Sounds good? Great. Here's more about the job. About the role Lead from the front, take full ownership of the restaurant, and smash performance goals while building a team that doesn't just meet standards but exceeds them. Own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, keeping everything running smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive. What will you spend your time doing? Lead like you mean it. You'll take full ownership of the restaurant - drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe. Build a team worth following. Train, coach, and motivate your people so they don't just meet the standard - they raise it. Smash the targets. Own your KPIs and push the team to deliver every shift, every day. Keep it tight. Stay on top of the admin - rosters, stock, reporting - so everything runs smooth behind the scenes. Make the guest experience unforgettable. Turn first-timers into regulars by creating moments that hit different. What we'd love from you: You lead from the front. You've managed teams before and know how to bring the best out of people. You get people. You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels seen. You run a tight ship. You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant - even when it's chaos. Keeping it real We don't hire staff - we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something special to add to the mix we call work, and we'll always encourage you to add your perspective. See, at KFC, everyone's welcome - whatever your background, and whatever future you're creating. We'll look out for you because you're one of us, not because you work for us. We'll invest in your potential, because it's what we've always done. But most of all, we'll give you the freedom to be you, wherever (and whoever) you happen to be. What's in it for you: We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real. Pay rate: £38,000 - £42,000 Quarterly BONUS that rewards the hustle Extra holiday - more time to recharge Life assurance - we've got you covered Free chicken & chips every shift 25% staff discount Gym discounts to keep you moving 200+ high street perks & cashback Wellbeing support that actually helps KFC for everyone: Whoever you are and wherever you're from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real you to work. We're here to support you in being yourself, whether you work with us, or are trying to. Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We don't just welcome, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries. If you'd like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements - just let us know. We'll be there to help you be the real you. Ready? We hope so. If you're ready to be part of our community, now's the time to apply. Worried you aren't ticking all the boxes? Don't - we'd still love to hear from you.

Role: Store Manager Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday to Sunday rotational shifts anytime Between 7am-12pm Salary: £52,910 We are looking for an energetic Store Manager to join a growing supermarket, someone who thrives in a fast paced environment and is passionate about leading teams, driving sales, and creating a great shopping experience for customers. Key Skills Strong leadership and team management skills Previous experience in a similar role Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends Excellent communication and customer service skills Main Responsibilities Taking ownership of the day to day running of the store, making sure everything operates smoothly and profitably. Leading by example, supporting, coaching, and motivating the team to be their best Ensuring the store is well stocked, organised, and visually appealing for customers Monitoring sales performance and implement strategies to meet targets Ensuring compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations Delivering excellent customer service and resolve issues professionally Managing inventory and stock control If you're a natural leader looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

Store Manager Derby 35,000 + Bonus No Evenings Work-Life Balance Looking for a Store Manager role without the late nights, constant firefighting, and big retail pressure? This is a chance to run your own site in a growing business, where you'll have full ownership of performance, a small team to lead, and the time to actually focus on customers and sales. The Role Full responsibility for a busy, customer-focused site Drive sales, occupancy, and revenue growth Lead and develop a small team (hands-on, lead from the front) Manage enquiries and improve conversion Run local marketing activity to drive footfall Maintain high standards across operations, compliance and H&S What we're looking for Current Store Manager or strong Assistant ready to step up Background in retail, hospitality, leisure or customer-facing sales Strong people leader who enjoys coaching and developing others Commercial mindset with a focus on sales and results Someone who enjoys a hands-on, customer-first environment Why this role stands out 35,000 basic + bonus (typically 2,500- 3,000) Bi-annual bonus scheme No evening or late shifts Only 1 in 3 weekends Health cash plan, Perkbox, pension Company sick pay Up to 33 days holiday with service Genuine autonomy to run your own site A growing business with long-term progression This role suits someone who enjoys running their own operation, leading a team, and driving performance, but wants a better work-life balance than traditional retail. BBBH35822

Role: Store Manager Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday to Sunday (rotational shifts between 7am-12am) Salary: £52,910 We are looking for an energetic Store Manager to join a growing supermarket. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leading teams, driving sales, and creating an exceptional shopping experience for customers. Key Skill Strong leadership and team management skills Previous experience in a similar retail management role Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends Excellent communication and customer service skills Main Responsibilities Take ownership of the day-to-day running of the store, ensuring everything operates smoothly and profitably Lead by example, supporting, coaching, and motivating your team to perform at their best Ensure the store is well-stocked, organised, and visually appealing for customers Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to achieve targets Maintain compliance with company policies and health & safety regulations Deliver excellent customer service and handle any issues in a professional manner Oversee inventory management and stock control If you're a natural leader looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to take the lead and keep a transport operation moving? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where performance, compliance and people matter? Are you passionate about leading teams and delivering outstanding service every single day? Here at GXO, we're looking for an experienced and driven Transport Manager to take ownership of our day-to-day transport operation at our Primark Thrapston site. This is a pivotal role where strong leadership, operational expertise and a people-first mindset with ensure performance targets and KPIs are consistently achieved - safely, compliantly and within budget. As Transport Manager, you'll be at the heart of the operation, responsible for delivering an efficient, effective and customer-focused service. This is a full-time, permanent position. You will work Sunday to Thursday, covering our night shift 22:00 till 06:00. Pay, benefits and more: We're looking to offer a salary of up to £42,000 per annum plus £3,000 shift premium, and 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, life assurance and access to our benefits platform, including retail discounts What you'll do on a typical day: Leading and managing the day-to-day transport operation to achieve daily performance targets and weekly KPIs Line management of Transport Operators and Drivers, ensuring colleagues are fully trained, supported and legally compliant Managing drivers' hours, infringements, pay queries and training requirements Promoting a positive health, safety and environmental culture, challenging unsafe or poor practices Ensuring the fleet is fully legally compliant, managing servicing schedules and repairs through agreed partners What you need to succeed at GXO: Solid working knowledge of current EU Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations Previous experience or working knowledge of Transport Management Systems Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels Proven experience working within transport operations and delivering results under pressure and tight deadlines We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement

Are you an ambitious manager looking for a highly autonomous role, where you will take accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager? Are you looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop you to a General Manager within twelve to eighteen months? Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans? As a Deputy Manager for our client, you will be at the very centre of the customer and team experience. Taking accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager. The role is varied, exciting and challenging. Your responsibilities will range from coaching and mentoring the team on shift, to ensuring the centre is a safe and fun environment for customers. You will be hands on across all areas of the busy centre. Within our clients fast-paced, dynamic world, Deputy Managers are trained across all areas of the centre to support the effective operation of their business. You will support the General Manager with back of house duties, as well as running an exceptional operation front of house. You will be responsible for delivering financial targets and service standards. To be successful you should have: a minimum of eighteen months experience in a customer-facing management role ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry evidence of delivering on financial targets, driving business and sales a passion for people including experience of coaching and developing your team be fanatical about customer service have ambition for success be willing to work nights and weekends Join our client as an Assistant Manager, in return you'll get: an excellent salary as well as the opportunity to earn an extra £1 per hour, paid to you every month as part of our monthly bonus scheme 40-hour contract, plus additional pay for any extra shifts you work the opportunity to earn an outperformance bonus, you will be given a share of your centre profits once you hit target - paid half yearly 50% off food when you are working optional pension plan 28 days holiday earn additional days holiday with length of service, up to five days one in four weekends off ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to fast track your career free bowling / golf game vouchers every month 30% discount off food and drink for you and up to five friends access to our clients Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family well-being training to support you in the workplace opportunity to join the healthcare cash plan financial long service awards a £15 donation to Barnardo's when you complete your induction enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave benefits flexible working, allowing you to have the perfect work life blend

Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Job Info Job Category Internal Audit Apply Before 04/15/2026, 10:55 PM Job Identification 2116 Posting Date 04/01/2026, 02:25 PM Job Shift Day Hours Full Time Job Description Salary: £58,589 per annum Band: UKRI Band F Hours: Full-time/ Part Time (minimum 0.8 FTE) (flexible working available) Location: Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire - Hybrid working available (Min 3 days per week in the office) Closing Date: 15th April 2026 About the role The Insurance Lead works as part of the Risk and Assurance team, with the Head of Risk & Assurance, supporting senior leaders within the directorate and across UKRI to ensure that UKRI operates best practice throughout its insurance arrangements. The Insurance Lead is responsible for comprehensive review of all UKRI Insurance arrangements ensuring the development and implementation of appropriate long-term arrangements. The postholder will join the team working within the directorate to form a joined up Risk & Assurance function, working closely with all teams within the directorate. This role will support delivery of changes and new ways of working, leading by example through changes to ways of working that will reduce siloed working and increase collaboration in how we manage risk and assurance across the organisation, with our senior forums, Executive Committee and Board. As a member of the team the role will work to support delivery of all the Directorate's responsibilities. Success Factors Increased engagement with senior leaders, councils and committees on insurance requirements. Appropriate assurance on the identification of insured and self insured risk. Proactive identification, escalation, and resolution of concerns before they become issues. Insurance arrangements that benchmark favourably against best practice and are applied in practice to meet Managing Public Money requirements. Acceptable level of assurance on insurance arrangements to external collaborators e.g., internal, and external auditors; UKRI Audit and Risk Assurance Committee. Improved efficiency and effectiveness of insurance processes and elimination of duplication. Increased use of team in an advisory capacity. Fewer surprises (using risk and assurance management to proactively identify risks at an early stage and before they become issues). Management and Leadership Role The Insurance Lead reports to the Head of Risk & Assurance. The role requires line management or supervision of support team members. This role will support the Head of Risk & Assurance to provide professional leadership and support across the Risk & Assurance Network across UKRI. The Insurance Lead is a visible member of the team and of the UKRI Chief Finance Officer Group and is required to build strong and effective relationships across a diverse group of stakeholders internally and externally as appropriate. The role will support the Head of Risk & Assurance to ensure that Risk & Assurance activity helps to influence and drive decision making in the organisation at all relevant levels in pursuit of organisational objectives. The role will also need to support and at times deputise for the Head of Risk & Assurance at a variety of fora, internally and externally, to work closely with external auditors and other external organisations, to build trust and increase the profile and reputation of UKRI. This role does not have direct financial responsibilities. Your responsibilities Assurance Management Evaluate current arrangements and advise on the optimum future arrangements taking a risk based approach. Lead on the review of all UKRI insurance ensuring value for money. Lead on the re tendering of contracts for insurance brokerage and provision, acting as an intelligence customer internally and externally Support contract management for insurance services and maintain relationships with brokers and providers Maintain the UKRI insurance policy and recommend future management arrangements. Review requests for ad hoc Insurance and advise on optimal approaches. Supervise and evaluate claims handling and record keeping, and recommend improvements. Analyse claims and advise on lessons learned Lead the insurance working group Be an active member in the team culture of continuous improvement in all areas and champion professional standards and good management practice across all the diverse areas of UKRI business. Provide balanced professional support and challenge to all business areas at a variety of levels as appropriate Administration of key documents and a good understanding of data and information management within assurance activities As a team member, lead by example, helping the overall team to develop skills and make a positive contribution to the work of the directorate Engage with all relevant risk and assurance activities as needed to deliver a professional service to the organisation and a joined up and cohesive team approach Requirement to travel sometimes to visit relevant locations or attend training or events Provide high quality written and verbal advice suitable for executive and senior level decision makers Key Skills Experienced broker or insurance professional Excellent people skills, able to influence and build and maintain strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. Enthusiastic, motivated, adaptable, and proactive with the ability to work flexibly in a changing environment and respond to shifting priorities. Ability to innovate and challenge established thinking in self and others, and to offer insights and ideas with practical application coupled with the ability to inspire change. Insightful business awareness with the ability to understand and analyse changing business context and landscape to assess and manage risk, capitalize on emerging opportunities, make sound evidence based judgments, promote the interests of UKRI and research and innovation. Ability to instil confidence within stakeholders at the most senior levels, acting as a trusted advisor. Excellent communication skills including good experience of writing reports to a high standard Strong analytical skills Excellent attention to detail and good system based and general administration skills Additional Information Understanding of Government procurement framework for Insurance and Insurance Brokers. Experience of undertaking Insurance review for a large complex organisation. Knowledge Strong understanding of a wide range of insurance areas as well as government standards and public sector rules including but not limited to: Managing Public Money. HM Treasury and Cabinet Office standards and rules, particularly in relation to: Corporate Governance; Risk management; Spending Controls; Regularity and Propriety (conflicts of interest, gifts and hospitality, ethics). FRC Corporate Governance Code and its public sector equivalent. Government Functional Standards. Personal Specification The below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I). Appropriate Insurance Qualification (S). Strong insurance management experience, including supporting and implementing effective insurance management frameworks in an organization (S/I). Experience collaborating with business areas and being a trusted advisor providing expert professional advice to senior management (S/I). Ability to innovate and challenge established thinking in self and others, and to offer insights and ideas with practical application coupled with the ability to drive change (S/I). Experience of attending Committees and Boards (S/I). Proven reporting experience (S/I). Experience of working with insurance brokers and/or providers (S/I). We recognize and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package. We are committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning! Benefits 30 days' annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent). Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities. Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice. Flexible working options. Plus many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable our employees to have a great work life balance! For further information on our benefits please see: UKRI is an Equal Opportunity & Disability Confident Employer. Please apply online, if you experience any issue applying, please contact Please note, if you will require sponsorship to work in the UK, as part of your sponsorship application, you and any dependants travelling with you, will be required to pay costs directly to The Home Office for the application before you start your role with us. UKRI is normally able to reimburse some, or all of these fees after you have become an employee and this can be discussed with the Hiring Manager. For more information, please visit or contact . About Us UKRI - UK Research and Innovation . click apply for full job details