Job Purpose The Head of Campaigns will work to ensure that we meet our UK campaign goals, currently for Marine Protected Areas, Sustainable Fisheries, and Offshore Oil and Gas. Reporting to and advising the Executive Director, and working closely with the Leadership Team, you will oversee the planning, development and implementation of all delivery across our current campaigns. You will manage the Campaigns team (2 direct and 2 indirect reports) to ensure that we deliver impactful campaigns that ultimately achieve our goals. Eligible candidates should be confident and proactive, with the ability to oversee multiple projects, and with excellent team management skills. They must have sector relevant campaigning experience, be able to support and advise during the annual strategic planning cycles, and be enthusiastic and positive in response to the changing demands of a small team. They must be passionate, and able to design and develop creative and bold campaign strategies alongside our small but experienced team. The position will be hybrid, with 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs) based in Oceana's UK offices in Newquay, Cornwall or Paddington, London. Regular national, and occasional international, travel will be required to meet team members and stakeholders in geographically diverse locations, including Washington, DC. Oceana Oceana is dedicated to protecting and restoring the world's oceans on a global scale. We are a leader in science-based advocacy, and we campaign for policies to make the world's oceans more abundant, vibrant, and biodiverse. Globally, Oceana has won more than 325 policy victories for marine life and habitats. From stopping bottom trawling in sensitive habitat areas to protecting sea turtles from commercial fishing gear, our victories represent new hope for the world's ocean. Our talented staff consists globally of about 240 people, working in more than twelve countries, including scientists, communications, fundraising, finance, administration, policy, and advocacy experts. All team members have the opportunity for occasional travel to our headquarters in Washington, DC to connect with the global network. Oceana in the UK is tightly focused on some of the biggest threats facing UK seas, including protecting seabed habitats, ending overfishing, and preventing new offshore oil and gas developments. We fight for UK seas to get the protections they deserve through highly visible campaigns and detailed policy interventions to secure measurable changes to rebuild and maintain ocean abundance and health. We act as a vital public-policy interface - raising the profile of our issues through campaigns, science, communications, and expeditions, and influencing policymakers directly for commitments at key moments throughout the year. Our small, experienced, and highly motivated team work in geographically diverse locations in London and Cornwall, coming together both digitally and in person as part of developing and delivering our ambitious campaign strategy to restore ocean biodiversity and abundance. We're proud to be bold, creative, agile and visual in our campaigns, and proud of the team we're creating here in the UK. We'd love for you to join us. Responsibilities Lead all current campaigns, and take accountability for the quality, timeliness and success of all campaign activities and deliverables in support of our campaign goals. Oversee all projects across the campaigns team including (but not limited to) campaign actions and launches, public mobilisations, digital actions, NGO partnerships and coalitions, and potential legal challenges. Oversee and document project planning, ensuring activities are underpinned by an effective theory of change, and ensuring input and buy-in is secured from all relevant members of the UK and HQ teams. Monitor and evaluate progress against plans, ensuring effective delivery of campaign objectives. Oversee the campaign calendar and budget, ensuring that all campaign deliverables are managed and delivered on time and to budget, with any updates accurately reflected in the quarterly reforecast process. Work closely with the Executive Director, Leadership Team and global team members on the strategic development and innovation of campaigns, reviewing and setting annual plans, longer term goals, and new campaign areas. Understand and monitor all components of all campaigns and be able to confidently communicate progress and details to internal and external stakeholders. Oversee public affairs activities, manage political consultancy and co-ordinate Oceana presence at relevant political meetings and events. Collaborate closely with senior Science and Research, Policy, and Communications colleagues to ensure campaigns have robust and complementary foundations across all departments. Work with the UK leadership team to develop and communicate a compelling campaign vision and strategy to Oceana staff, supporters, donors, and allies. Work as part of the UK's Leadership Team, contributing to decision making and overall progress towards organisational goals, and represent campaigns in this forum. Represent the Leadership Team in person in the London or Cornwall office 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs), providing direction and guidance and promoting a positive working culture. Manage and support 2 line reports, and 2 indirect reports, helping to coach and lead a high-performing Campaigns team. Build strong external relationships and represent Oceana UK to ensure we advance our campaign goals with a wide range of stakeholders, including civil servants, politicians, the fishing industry, NGOs, and businesses. Draft timely, accurate and compelling funder and supporter reporting. Draft periodic progress reporting on UK campaign goals and milestones for Oceana's global board. Be prepared to represent the organisation publicly where needed, including through media interviews, speaking events, and writing. Ensure a strong commitment to the organisation's values and vision, as set out by Oceana globally. Travel occasionally, both nationally and internationally, to meet with team members and wider internal and external stakeholders. Other responsibilities as appropriate and necessary to achieve campaign and organisational objectives. Candidate Requirements Education and work experience: At least 7 years of professional experience in campaigning, ideally toward ocean or environmental goals (essential). Experience leading and developing campaign strategic plans, alongside detailed annual plans and budgets. Proven experience developing innovative, bold and creative campaign activities in support of overall campaign goals. Experience as an active member of a Leadership Team or Management Team in a similar organisation. Extensive line management experience, including of multiple reports. Experience working in an international NGO (preferred). Experience working closely with policy colleagues, lobbying and negotiating with civil servants in government on policy matters. Experience working closely with communications colleagues, ensuring effective messaging and engaging growing audiences. Skills and knowledge: Familiarity with fisheries or marine and environmental regulations, legislation and policies in the UK, as well as with the key institutions and decision-making processes. Excellent project management skills, with demonstrable experience managing and prioritising multiple workstreams, tasks, projects and timelines effectively. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and impactful campaign outputs. Excellent management skills, and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and with other organisations and allies. Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Good understanding of the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and a proven commitment to improving these in the environmental space. Excellent communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to speak confidently in the media and at events. Integrity and the ability to work with confidential information with discretion. Equal Opportunities Oceana is committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the community it serves at all levels of the organisation, and we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented within the conservation sector. All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of reference checks and a criminal background check. Application Deadline: Sunday 11 th January Interview Dates (TBC)
Dec 19, 2025
Full time
Job Purpose The Head of Campaigns will work to ensure that we meet our UK campaign goals, currently for Marine Protected Areas, Sustainable Fisheries, and Offshore Oil and Gas. Reporting to and advising the Executive Director, and working closely with the Leadership Team, you will oversee the planning, development and implementation of all delivery across our current campaigns. You will manage the Campaigns team (2 direct and 2 indirect reports) to ensure that we deliver impactful campaigns that ultimately achieve our goals. Eligible candidates should be confident and proactive, with the ability to oversee multiple projects, and with excellent team management skills. They must have sector relevant campaigning experience, be able to support and advise during the annual strategic planning cycles, and be enthusiastic and positive in response to the changing demands of a small team. They must be passionate, and able to design and develop creative and bold campaign strategies alongside our small but experienced team. The position will be hybrid, with 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs) based in Oceana's UK offices in Newquay, Cornwall or Paddington, London. Regular national, and occasional international, travel will be required to meet team members and stakeholders in geographically diverse locations, including Washington, DC. Oceana Oceana is dedicated to protecting and restoring the world's oceans on a global scale. We are a leader in science-based advocacy, and we campaign for policies to make the world's oceans more abundant, vibrant, and biodiverse. Globally, Oceana has won more than 325 policy victories for marine life and habitats. From stopping bottom trawling in sensitive habitat areas to protecting sea turtles from commercial fishing gear, our victories represent new hope for the world's ocean. Our talented staff consists globally of about 240 people, working in more than twelve countries, including scientists, communications, fundraising, finance, administration, policy, and advocacy experts. All team members have the opportunity for occasional travel to our headquarters in Washington, DC to connect with the global network. Oceana in the UK is tightly focused on some of the biggest threats facing UK seas, including protecting seabed habitats, ending overfishing, and preventing new offshore oil and gas developments. We fight for UK seas to get the protections they deserve through highly visible campaigns and detailed policy interventions to secure measurable changes to rebuild and maintain ocean abundance and health. We act as a vital public-policy interface - raising the profile of our issues through campaigns, science, communications, and expeditions, and influencing policymakers directly for commitments at key moments throughout the year. Our small, experienced, and highly motivated team work in geographically diverse locations in London and Cornwall, coming together both digitally and in person as part of developing and delivering our ambitious campaign strategy to restore ocean biodiversity and abundance. We're proud to be bold, creative, agile and visual in our campaigns, and proud of the team we're creating here in the UK. We'd love for you to join us. Responsibilities Lead all current campaigns, and take accountability for the quality, timeliness and success of all campaign activities and deliverables in support of our campaign goals. Oversee all projects across the campaigns team including (but not limited to) campaign actions and launches, public mobilisations, digital actions, NGO partnerships and coalitions, and potential legal challenges. Oversee and document project planning, ensuring activities are underpinned by an effective theory of change, and ensuring input and buy-in is secured from all relevant members of the UK and HQ teams. Monitor and evaluate progress against plans, ensuring effective delivery of campaign objectives. Oversee the campaign calendar and budget, ensuring that all campaign deliverables are managed and delivered on time and to budget, with any updates accurately reflected in the quarterly reforecast process. Work closely with the Executive Director, Leadership Team and global team members on the strategic development and innovation of campaigns, reviewing and setting annual plans, longer term goals, and new campaign areas. Understand and monitor all components of all campaigns and be able to confidently communicate progress and details to internal and external stakeholders. Oversee public affairs activities, manage political consultancy and co-ordinate Oceana presence at relevant political meetings and events. Collaborate closely with senior Science and Research, Policy, and Communications colleagues to ensure campaigns have robust and complementary foundations across all departments. Work with the UK leadership team to develop and communicate a compelling campaign vision and strategy to Oceana staff, supporters, donors, and allies. Work as part of the UK's Leadership Team, contributing to decision making and overall progress towards organisational goals, and represent campaigns in this forum. Represent the Leadership Team in person in the London or Cornwall office 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs), providing direction and guidance and promoting a positive working culture. Manage and support 2 line reports, and 2 indirect reports, helping to coach and lead a high-performing Campaigns team. Build strong external relationships and represent Oceana UK to ensure we advance our campaign goals with a wide range of stakeholders, including civil servants, politicians, the fishing industry, NGOs, and businesses. Draft timely, accurate and compelling funder and supporter reporting. Draft periodic progress reporting on UK campaign goals and milestones for Oceana's global board. Be prepared to represent the organisation publicly where needed, including through media interviews, speaking events, and writing. Ensure a strong commitment to the organisation's values and vision, as set out by Oceana globally. Travel occasionally, both nationally and internationally, to meet with team members and wider internal and external stakeholders. Other responsibilities as appropriate and necessary to achieve campaign and organisational objectives. Candidate Requirements Education and work experience: At least 7 years of professional experience in campaigning, ideally toward ocean or environmental goals (essential). Experience leading and developing campaign strategic plans, alongside detailed annual plans and budgets. Proven experience developing innovative, bold and creative campaign activities in support of overall campaign goals. Experience as an active member of a Leadership Team or Management Team in a similar organisation. Extensive line management experience, including of multiple reports. Experience working in an international NGO (preferred). Experience working closely with policy colleagues, lobbying and negotiating with civil servants in government on policy matters. Experience working closely with communications colleagues, ensuring effective messaging and engaging growing audiences. Skills and knowledge: Familiarity with fisheries or marine and environmental regulations, legislation and policies in the UK, as well as with the key institutions and decision-making processes. Excellent project management skills, with demonstrable experience managing and prioritising multiple workstreams, tasks, projects and timelines effectively. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and impactful campaign outputs. Excellent management skills, and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and with other organisations and allies. Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Good understanding of the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and a proven commitment to improving these in the environmental space. Excellent communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to speak confidently in the media and at events. Integrity and the ability to work with confidential information with discretion. Equal Opportunities Oceana is committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the community it serves at all levels of the organisation, and we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented within the conservation sector. All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of reference checks and a criminal background check. Application Deadline: Sunday 11 th January Interview Dates (TBC)
SHEQ Lead Engineering Services Location: Alderley Park, Cheshire (UK-wide remit) Salary: Up to £65,000 + excellent benefits Are you an experienced SHEQ professional ready to make a real impact in a forward-thinking engineering services business? This is your opportunity to take ownership of Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality across a rapidly growing UK-wide organisation and do it from one of the most inspiring workplaces in the country. The Company Our client is a leader in Engineering Services, known for delivering innovative solutions that combine technical excellence with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability. As the business continues to expand, they're seeking a SHEQ Lead to join the senior leadership team, driving standards, culture, and compliance across multiple sites and service operations nationwide. Based at Alderley Park, you'll work in a world-class science and innovation campus featuring cutting-edge facilities, landscaped parkland, woodland trails, cafés, and fitness centres, a setting designed to inspire excellence and wellbeing. The Role This is a hands-on leadership role that goes far beyond the office. You'll be regularly out on customer sites, engaging directly with contractors, engineers, and project teams, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental standards are consistently met and continuously improved. You'll lead by example, coaching teams, supporting safe working practices, and embedding a proactive safety and quality culture across the business. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and continually enhance all SHEQ accreditations, certifications, and management systems. Develop and roll out Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across all on-site and remote operations. Visit customer sites nationwide to carry out inspections, audits, and SHEQ reviews. Work closely with contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with all company and legal requirements. Lead the creation of a digital SHEQ compliance platform to unify processes and reporting across the group. Conduct detailed risk assessments, safety briefings, and incident investigations. Collaborate with project and operational teams to embed SHEQ excellence into day-to-day engineering activities. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive behavioural safety initiatives. Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, providing guidance, insight, and clear communication on SHEQ performance. About You You're a natural leader, passionate about raising standards and embedding a culture of accountability and care. You'll have: Proven experience in a SHEQ leadership role within Engineering Services, Facilities, or Technical Operations. Strong knowledge of relevant safety, environmental, and quality management systems and regulations. A recognised qualification in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field. Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the drive to implement meaningful, lasting change. What's on Offer Salary up to £65,000 An exceptional working environment at Alderley Park, modern offices, beautiful grounds, and on-site amenities. A collaborative, innovative culture where your ideas will be heard and valued. Ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression. The chance to shape the SHEQ strategy for a growing, nationally recognised group. If you're ready to lead with purpose and elevate SHEQ standards across a thriving engineering organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now, send your CV to Sharon at Morgan Ryder Associates and take the next step in your career. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 19, 2025
Full time
SHEQ Lead Engineering Services Location: Alderley Park, Cheshire (UK-wide remit) Salary: Up to £65,000 + excellent benefits Are you an experienced SHEQ professional ready to make a real impact in a forward-thinking engineering services business? This is your opportunity to take ownership of Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality across a rapidly growing UK-wide organisation and do it from one of the most inspiring workplaces in the country. The Company Our client is a leader in Engineering Services, known for delivering innovative solutions that combine technical excellence with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability. As the business continues to expand, they're seeking a SHEQ Lead to join the senior leadership team, driving standards, culture, and compliance across multiple sites and service operations nationwide. Based at Alderley Park, you'll work in a world-class science and innovation campus featuring cutting-edge facilities, landscaped parkland, woodland trails, cafés, and fitness centres, a setting designed to inspire excellence and wellbeing. The Role This is a hands-on leadership role that goes far beyond the office. You'll be regularly out on customer sites, engaging directly with contractors, engineers, and project teams, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental standards are consistently met and continuously improved. You'll lead by example, coaching teams, supporting safe working practices, and embedding a proactive safety and quality culture across the business. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and continually enhance all SHEQ accreditations, certifications, and management systems. Develop and roll out Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across all on-site and remote operations. Visit customer sites nationwide to carry out inspections, audits, and SHEQ reviews. Work closely with contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with all company and legal requirements. Lead the creation of a digital SHEQ compliance platform to unify processes and reporting across the group. Conduct detailed risk assessments, safety briefings, and incident investigations. Collaborate with project and operational teams to embed SHEQ excellence into day-to-day engineering activities. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive behavioural safety initiatives. Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, providing guidance, insight, and clear communication on SHEQ performance. About You You're a natural leader, passionate about raising standards and embedding a culture of accountability and care. You'll have: Proven experience in a SHEQ leadership role within Engineering Services, Facilities, or Technical Operations. Strong knowledge of relevant safety, environmental, and quality management systems and regulations. A recognised qualification in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field. Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the drive to implement meaningful, lasting change. What's on Offer Salary up to £65,000 An exceptional working environment at Alderley Park, modern offices, beautiful grounds, and on-site amenities. A collaborative, innovative culture where your ideas will be heard and valued. Ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression. The chance to shape the SHEQ strategy for a growing, nationally recognised group. If you're ready to lead with purpose and elevate SHEQ standards across a thriving engineering organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now, send your CV to Sharon at Morgan Ryder Associates and take the next step in your career. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes. JBRP1_UKTJ
If you are a current Jazz employee please apply via the Internal Career site. Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases - often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit for more information. Brief Description: The Associate Director, Medical Writing, is responsible for the efficient preparation of high-quality, strategically aligned medical writing deliverables within one or more program. S/he will work directly with cross functional teams to author regulatory documents (eg, protocols, clinical study reports, briefing books, submission documents, investigator brochures). For programs with multiple deliverables, s/he may be responsible for managing writers. The incumbent will ensure that strategically aligned communication points are conveyed in medical writing deliverables and that the communication points are consistent across program documentation. S/He will mitigate risk associated with medical writing and disclosure processes by contributing to Best Practices and SOPs. This role has global responsibilities, including participation in global teams and interaction with regulatory agencies in multiple regions. This role may have line management responsibilities. Essential Functions/Responsibilities Works with the cross functional team to ensure effective communication of data in the respective documents. Works with the cross functional team to ensure that communication needs for the clinical data are considered early in the development program to enable consistency of data presentation and messaging throughout the clinical program lifecycle. Analyzes study level documents for their ability to deliver the information required by the target audience (eg, health authorities). Communicates proactively and efficiently within the MW team and across R&D. Ensures quality of medical writing deliverables and that work on assigned projects adheres to departmental procedures / practices, and industry / international standards. Possible oversight of contract medical writers to ensure efficient preparation of medical writing deliverables for assigned clinical program(s) according to budget and timelines. Collaboration and strategic partnership with cross functional team members to ensure understanding of program strategy and the nature of medical writing services required to deliver on company objectives. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Exceptional English language skills and ability to write and edit complex material to ensure accuracy, clarity, and effectiveness. Clear understanding of lean authoring for clinical regulatory documents. A solid understanding of the clinical development process, including the documents that are required at each stage. For early development: knowledge of pre-clinical and nonclinical regulatory requirements and reporting is required. Prior contribution to, and an understanding of, global submissions. Expert MS Office skills with a special focus on word processing, tables, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics and templates. Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrated coaching and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of ICH and CTD guidelines for clinical and regulatory submission documents Ability to think strategically; demonstrated negotiating skills and resourcefulness. Demonstrated ability to manage several projects simultaneously. Ability to critically analyze and synthesize complex scientific information. High degree of influencing skills in shaping and developing content and wording. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively; multicultural sensitivity, builds positive and productive relationships, seeks input and demonstrates an appreciation for diverse views by incorporating them into decisions / proposals. Successful track record of leading complex clinical / regulatory writing projects. Demonstrated ability to make decisions even in the absence of complete information. An excellent understanding of all aspect of ICH-GCP; keen insight on external clinical publication practices and standards (ICMJE, AMA, GPP). Excellent organizational and time management skills and attention to detail. Required/Preferred Education and Licenses BA/BS with at least 8 years (or advanced degree with at least 5 years) writing experience in the pharmaceutical industry across therapeutic areas required. Advanced degree preferred. Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. FOR US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the full and complete base pay range is: $154,400.00 - $231,600.00 Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation aligned with the candidate's expertise and contributions, within the established pay framework and our Total Compensation philosophy. Internal equity considerations will also influence individual base pay decisions. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis. At Jazz, your base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the terms of the Company's Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan, as well as discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz's Long Term Equity Incentive Plan. The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: .
Dec 19, 2025
Full time
If you are a current Jazz employee please apply via the Internal Career site. Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases - often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit for more information. Brief Description: The Associate Director, Medical Writing, is responsible for the efficient preparation of high-quality, strategically aligned medical writing deliverables within one or more program. S/he will work directly with cross functional teams to author regulatory documents (eg, protocols, clinical study reports, briefing books, submission documents, investigator brochures). For programs with multiple deliverables, s/he may be responsible for managing writers. The incumbent will ensure that strategically aligned communication points are conveyed in medical writing deliverables and that the communication points are consistent across program documentation. S/He will mitigate risk associated with medical writing and disclosure processes by contributing to Best Practices and SOPs. This role has global responsibilities, including participation in global teams and interaction with regulatory agencies in multiple regions. This role may have line management responsibilities. Essential Functions/Responsibilities Works with the cross functional team to ensure effective communication of data in the respective documents. Works with the cross functional team to ensure that communication needs for the clinical data are considered early in the development program to enable consistency of data presentation and messaging throughout the clinical program lifecycle. Analyzes study level documents for their ability to deliver the information required by the target audience (eg, health authorities). Communicates proactively and efficiently within the MW team and across R&D. Ensures quality of medical writing deliverables and that work on assigned projects adheres to departmental procedures / practices, and industry / international standards. Possible oversight of contract medical writers to ensure efficient preparation of medical writing deliverables for assigned clinical program(s) according to budget and timelines. Collaboration and strategic partnership with cross functional team members to ensure understanding of program strategy and the nature of medical writing services required to deliver on company objectives. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Exceptional English language skills and ability to write and edit complex material to ensure accuracy, clarity, and effectiveness. Clear understanding of lean authoring for clinical regulatory documents. A solid understanding of the clinical development process, including the documents that are required at each stage. For early development: knowledge of pre-clinical and nonclinical regulatory requirements and reporting is required. Prior contribution to, and an understanding of, global submissions. Expert MS Office skills with a special focus on word processing, tables, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics and templates. Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrated coaching and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of ICH and CTD guidelines for clinical and regulatory submission documents Ability to think strategically; demonstrated negotiating skills and resourcefulness. Demonstrated ability to manage several projects simultaneously. Ability to critically analyze and synthesize complex scientific information. High degree of influencing skills in shaping and developing content and wording. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively; multicultural sensitivity, builds positive and productive relationships, seeks input and demonstrates an appreciation for diverse views by incorporating them into decisions / proposals. Successful track record of leading complex clinical / regulatory writing projects. Demonstrated ability to make decisions even in the absence of complete information. An excellent understanding of all aspect of ICH-GCP; keen insight on external clinical publication practices and standards (ICMJE, AMA, GPP). Excellent organizational and time management skills and attention to detail. Required/Preferred Education and Licenses BA/BS with at least 8 years (or advanced degree with at least 5 years) writing experience in the pharmaceutical industry across therapeutic areas required. Advanced degree preferred. Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. FOR US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the full and complete base pay range is: $154,400.00 - $231,600.00 Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation aligned with the candidate's expertise and contributions, within the established pay framework and our Total Compensation philosophy. Internal equity considerations will also influence individual base pay decisions. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis. At Jazz, your base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the terms of the Company's Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan, as well as discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz's Long Term Equity Incentive Plan. The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: .
Meridian Business Support Limited
Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire
Turnaround Home Manager Nurse qualified Lytham St Annes Northwest England Up to £95,000 DOE 40% Bonus + Private Medical + Exceptional Support Im partnering with a leading national care provider to recruit an experienced Turnaround Home Manager for one of their flagship homes. The service is located in a beautiful coastal town Northwest coast. This isnt a typical Home Manager post. Its a rare opportunity for a proven turnaround specialist to step into a high-potential service and lead a full transformation. With around 60+ residents currently in place and significant scope for growth, the right leader will shape the future direction of the home, elevate quality, and rebuild its reputation as a provider of choice in the region. The Package Salary up to £95,000 per annum 40% annual bonus linked to quality, occupancy, and operational KPIs Private Medical Insurance Company pension scheme 5.6 weeks annual leave What Were Looking For Nurse-qualified with an active NMC PIN Proven experience managing a nursing home with a minimum of 60 beds A track record of turning around underperforming care homes Strong understanding of CQC frameworks and delivering improved ratings Commercially astute with the ability to drive occupancy, strengthen referral pipelines, and stabilise financial performance A resilient, inspiring leadership style with the ability to unite, motivate, and develop teams Genuine passion for creating a culture of high-quality, person-centred care The Challenge Ahead The home currently holds a Requires Improvement rating, with groundwork already underway to move forward. A recent inspection is expected to maintain the RI rating providing the perfect moment for a new leader to step in, build momentum, and deliver measurable, sustainable improvement. Youll work alongside a highly supportive Regional and Quality Team, but this is your service to shape. Youll be the driving force behind rebuilding trust, re-establishing referral streams, and re-energising the workforce. Key Responsibilities Lead all operational and clinical functions of a large, complex service Develop and deliver a full turnaround strategy focused on quality, safety, and compliance Rebuild key external partnerships with commissioners, health professionals, and local authorities Drive occupancy by restoring confidence and enhancing reputation Inspire, coach, and develop your team to create a culture of accountability, pride, and shared purpose Position the home as a leading care provider in the region About the Provider Youll be joining a rapidly growing, family-run care organisation with over 130 homes nationwide. The group has seen significant expansion through both acquisitions and new service openings, underpinned by a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and supporting its leaders to succeed. They invest heavily in their managers, providing clear development pathways, hands-on support, and a culture built on: Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity. If youre an experienced turnaround specialist with the resilience, clinical expertise, and strategic mindset to transform a large service, Id love to speak with you. This is a role where your leadership will make a lasting impact and your legacy will be visible for years to come. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 19, 2025
Full time
Turnaround Home Manager Nurse qualified Lytham St Annes Northwest England Up to £95,000 DOE 40% Bonus + Private Medical + Exceptional Support Im partnering with a leading national care provider to recruit an experienced Turnaround Home Manager for one of their flagship homes. The service is located in a beautiful coastal town Northwest coast. This isnt a typical Home Manager post. Its a rare opportunity for a proven turnaround specialist to step into a high-potential service and lead a full transformation. With around 60+ residents currently in place and significant scope for growth, the right leader will shape the future direction of the home, elevate quality, and rebuild its reputation as a provider of choice in the region. The Package Salary up to £95,000 per annum 40% annual bonus linked to quality, occupancy, and operational KPIs Private Medical Insurance Company pension scheme 5.6 weeks annual leave What Were Looking For Nurse-qualified with an active NMC PIN Proven experience managing a nursing home with a minimum of 60 beds A track record of turning around underperforming care homes Strong understanding of CQC frameworks and delivering improved ratings Commercially astute with the ability to drive occupancy, strengthen referral pipelines, and stabilise financial performance A resilient, inspiring leadership style with the ability to unite, motivate, and develop teams Genuine passion for creating a culture of high-quality, person-centred care The Challenge Ahead The home currently holds a Requires Improvement rating, with groundwork already underway to move forward. A recent inspection is expected to maintain the RI rating providing the perfect moment for a new leader to step in, build momentum, and deliver measurable, sustainable improvement. Youll work alongside a highly supportive Regional and Quality Team, but this is your service to shape. Youll be the driving force behind rebuilding trust, re-establishing referral streams, and re-energising the workforce. Key Responsibilities Lead all operational and clinical functions of a large, complex service Develop and deliver a full turnaround strategy focused on quality, safety, and compliance Rebuild key external partnerships with commissioners, health professionals, and local authorities Drive occupancy by restoring confidence and enhancing reputation Inspire, coach, and develop your team to create a culture of accountability, pride, and shared purpose Position the home as a leading care provider in the region About the Provider Youll be joining a rapidly growing, family-run care organisation with over 130 homes nationwide. The group has seen significant expansion through both acquisitions and new service openings, underpinned by a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and supporting its leaders to succeed. They invest heavily in their managers, providing clear development pathways, hands-on support, and a culture built on: Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity. If youre an experienced turnaround specialist with the resilience, clinical expertise, and strategic mindset to transform a large service, Id love to speak with you. This is a role where your leadership will make a lasting impact and your legacy will be visible for years to come. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy. JBRP1_UKTJ
Are you passionate about leading a team to succeed, to create a customer-centric culture and be the best in the market? Our Store Managers work hard, using strong leadership, to ensure their stores are a great place for people to work and shop, making sure our core supermarket offering is strong and competitive. They play a crucial role in our business and we're always on the lookout for great Store Managers across the UK to join us and embody these values. If you're ready for a change and want to explore opportunities in a growing business, at an exciting time, get in touch or apply via this advert. About the role Reporting to the Regional Manager, your responsibilities will include: Developing and executing strategic initiatives to enhance store performance and profitability by continually challenging our current ways of working. We're always open to new ideas and Store Managers should also foster this culture in their stores. Listening and responding to what our customers and colleagues are telling us, ensuring that their experience is at the heart of all decisions that are made. Cultivate a high-performance culture through talent development, succession planning, and supportive leadership. Working with our teams in Head Office to ensure we have the best availability on the high street, ensuring Morrisons becomes a one-stop shopping destination. Building and managing relationships with the local community, marketing your store so it stands out as a pillar in the community. About you Experience managing a store in a fast paced food retail environment is essential for this role Strong leadership skills with the capacity to listen and respond. You should be great at coaching, able to give feedback to ensure common ways of working. A passion for spotting and driving talent and creating a successful team culture. The ability to resolve challenges and build trust between the store team. Natural ability to set clear objectives that link directly to each department which are aligned with the Morrisons priorities, ensuring that your team is working towards and engaged with a shared goal The power to create a culture that fosters and values collaboration. Broad thinking and willingness to accept opinions, beliefs of behaviours that are different from your own. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you don't meet every single requirement, don't worry. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. About us How do we say thank you? As a Store Manager, you will play a huge role in our business and be vital to our success. We offer a generous salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Generous bonus scheme Car allowance Competitive pension scheme Private healthcare for you and your family Colleague discount of 15% and 10% for a friend or a family member Up to 6 weeks of annual leave, which will increase during your length of service Competitive incentive plan A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave We're looking for individuals with experience as a Store Manager in food retail, who are passionate and supportive leaders, excited about driving change in a growing business. If this sounds like you, get in touch! JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 19, 2025
Full time
Are you passionate about leading a team to succeed, to create a customer-centric culture and be the best in the market? Our Store Managers work hard, using strong leadership, to ensure their stores are a great place for people to work and shop, making sure our core supermarket offering is strong and competitive. They play a crucial role in our business and we're always on the lookout for great Store Managers across the UK to join us and embody these values. If you're ready for a change and want to explore opportunities in a growing business, at an exciting time, get in touch or apply via this advert. About the role Reporting to the Regional Manager, your responsibilities will include: Developing and executing strategic initiatives to enhance store performance and profitability by continually challenging our current ways of working. We're always open to new ideas and Store Managers should also foster this culture in their stores. Listening and responding to what our customers and colleagues are telling us, ensuring that their experience is at the heart of all decisions that are made. Cultivate a high-performance culture through talent development, succession planning, and supportive leadership. Working with our teams in Head Office to ensure we have the best availability on the high street, ensuring Morrisons becomes a one-stop shopping destination. Building and managing relationships with the local community, marketing your store so it stands out as a pillar in the community. About you Experience managing a store in a fast paced food retail environment is essential for this role Strong leadership skills with the capacity to listen and respond. You should be great at coaching, able to give feedback to ensure common ways of working. A passion for spotting and driving talent and creating a successful team culture. The ability to resolve challenges and build trust between the store team. Natural ability to set clear objectives that link directly to each department which are aligned with the Morrisons priorities, ensuring that your team is working towards and engaged with a shared goal The power to create a culture that fosters and values collaboration. Broad thinking and willingness to accept opinions, beliefs of behaviours that are different from your own. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you don't meet every single requirement, don't worry. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. About us How do we say thank you? As a Store Manager, you will play a huge role in our business and be vital to our success. We offer a generous salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Generous bonus scheme Car allowance Competitive pension scheme Private healthcare for you and your family Colleague discount of 15% and 10% for a friend or a family member Up to 6 weeks of annual leave, which will increase during your length of service Competitive incentive plan A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave We're looking for individuals with experience as a Store Manager in food retail, who are passionate and supportive leaders, excited about driving change in a growing business. If this sounds like you, get in touch! JBRP1_UKTJ
Principal OHL Design Engineer We are seeking a Principal Overhead Line (OHL) Design Engineer to join a growing consultancy that delivers projects across the UK transmission and distribution sector. The company specialises in the design of overhead lines, underground cables and wider energy infrastructure, supporting key national projects that contribute to Net Zero. The Role You will be responsible for delivering high-quality OHL design solutions, covering: Line profiling and routing Load, strength and foundation design Conductor selection and optimisation Coordination with CAD teams and checking deliverables Developing design processes and tools to improve efficiency Managing projects, clients and stakeholders Coaching and mentoring junior engineers Key Responsibilities Deliver OHL design studies to scope, budget and programme in line with industry standards Use PLS-CADD and related design software (Tower, Pole) as well as CAD tools Manage drawings, schedules and design documentation Act as technical lead with clients and stakeholders Ensure compliance with CDM and safety standards Skills & Experience Degree in Civil Engineering Chartered (MICE, MIET, MIMechE) 5+ years' experience in OHL design (transmission or distribution) Strong knowledge of OHL standards and specifications (BS, ENA) Proficient in PLS-CADD / Tower / Pole software Excellent communication, stakeholder and problem-solving skills JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Principal OHL Design Engineer We are seeking a Principal Overhead Line (OHL) Design Engineer to join a growing consultancy that delivers projects across the UK transmission and distribution sector. The company specialises in the design of overhead lines, underground cables and wider energy infrastructure, supporting key national projects that contribute to Net Zero. The Role You will be responsible for delivering high-quality OHL design solutions, covering: Line profiling and routing Load, strength and foundation design Conductor selection and optimisation Coordination with CAD teams and checking deliverables Developing design processes and tools to improve efficiency Managing projects, clients and stakeholders Coaching and mentoring junior engineers Key Responsibilities Deliver OHL design studies to scope, budget and programme in line with industry standards Use PLS-CADD and related design software (Tower, Pole) as well as CAD tools Manage drawings, schedules and design documentation Act as technical lead with clients and stakeholders Ensure compliance with CDM and safety standards Skills & Experience Degree in Civil Engineering Chartered (MICE, MIET, MIMechE) 5+ years' experience in OHL design (transmission or distribution) Strong knowledge of OHL standards and specifications (BS, ENA) Proficient in PLS-CADD / Tower / Pole software Excellent communication, stakeholder and problem-solving skills JBRP1_UKTJ
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Principal Design Engineer (Primary)Leeds, Stowmarket, Birmingham, Catterick, United Kingdom, Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary : Freedom Professional Services are looking for a Principal Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team and work on an array of complex and challenging engineering projects, helping to deliver the country's Net Zero targets! Our projects span the complete energy system from generation, transmission, distribution and storage to load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data and recycling. The successful candidate will act as the head of the Primary design team, providing leadership, mentorship and line management for the members of the team. Team leaders will generally lead a team of 3+ staff from similar technical disciplines and head a Sub-Business Unit in the Freedom Professional Services business. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Be a team lead who can undertake client meetings, business development activities, act as technical authority within the team, mentor and coach the team members. Deliver substation primary plant and cable design projects to targeted levels of quality, timeliness and profitability. Undertake Transmission and Distribution level designs, in line with DNO and National Grid standards. Deliver detailed Substation plant design, layouts, plant specifications, short 1 circuit calculations, cable system design calculations, TMF calculations, ancillary equipment selection and specification. Understand earthing design and system X/R ratios to accurately specify transformer NERs. Undertake site survey works and guide the team around constructability issues. Be responsible for the design liability and risks associated with the correct primary design in relation to design change, compensation events, safe operability and maintenance, and alignment and adherence to industry and client standards and requirements. Seek out innovative solutions to technical problems Lead the team on all primary plant design including transformers, GIS and AIS switchgear, Busbar and GIB, GIS cable termination through to MV AIS terminations, and other substation ancillary equipment, at all system voltages up to 400kV Have sound analytical and numeracy skills to reliably undertake primary design calculations. Have a solid understanding of the interface requirements of the civil/structural and OHL aspects of HV substations Identify any additional business development opportunities which may arise during project delivery Preparation, monitoring and delivery of cost budget for projects Be responsible for the project delivery independently from senior management, ensuring the primary design deliverables are met on time, and the project budget has been maintained. Writing technical proposals with good written English and grammar to produce high-quality basis of design documents, Design Intent Documents (DID), Project Execution Plans (PEP), contribute to BIM Execution Plans (BEP) Carrying out the role and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements and CDM2015 regulations. Act as a CDM2015 Principal designer where appropriate for large substation design projects in the electrical phase, understanding the requirements of the regulations, Principal Designer role, the role of designers and that of Principal Contractor and client Does this sound like a role you have envisaged yourself in? What we're looking for: We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are driven by a challenge and have a hunger to grow and build the technical capability of the organisation through their leadership and guidance. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC and experience of working within the contract conditions. Demonstrable experience working in a design environment Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) Working experience in the industry for the key duties and responsibilities mentioned on multiple projects end to end Knowledge of CAD and 3D CAD CSCS/SHEA Power Card holder Full UK Driving license. Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Science Teacher - Inner London - Newham A high-achieving Secondary School based in Newham is searching for a passionate and dynamic Science Teacher to join their team ASAP or from January. This is a full-time, permanent position.The Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team have built a strong reputation for academic excellence, well-embedded behaviour policies and a supportive culture. This has created the perfect environment for students and staff to thrive both academically and professionally.What's on offer that sets this Science Teacher role apart from others?Strong Science outcomes at GCSE and a growing Sixth Form Science offerA stable department with experienced Science Teachers who know the school and community wellSpecialist Science laboratories with excellent technician supportBehaviour, SEN and Inclusion policies that genuinely support classroom practiceTLR opportunities for experienced Teachers looking for additional responsibility (e.g. KS3 Lead / STEM Coordinator)Tailored support and coaching for Teachers on MPS2-MPS5 who are keen to progress in their careersPlease read the full details of this Science Teacher vacancy below before applying. Job Description - Science Teacher Teacher of ScienceTeaching across KS3 - KS4, with the opportunity to teach KS5 for the right candidateTLR opportunity for additional responsibility (e.g. KS3 Lead / STEM Lead)Full-time, Permanent contractASAP or January startInner London payscaleMPS2 - MPS5, depending on experienceLocated in Newham School Description - Science Teacher Ofsted-rated 'Good' with elements of 'Outstanding' practice in ScienceModern, forward-thinking secondary school serving a diverse East London communityWell-resourced Science department with dedicated labs and prep roomsExperienced Science Technicians providing strong practical and curriculum supportSupportive school with Behaviour, SEN and Inclusion policies at the centre of learningPlenty of CPD and progression opportunities, including NPQs and subject leadership trainingExcellent commute links via public transport (Tube, DLR, bus) across East London Applicant Specification - Science Teacher UK QTS in Science (or in the process of gaining QTS)Strong academic background - relevant Science degree, solid A Levels and GCSEsPrevious teaching experience with evidence of strong pupil progress in Science'Good' or 'Outstanding' lesson observation/placement reportsConfident teaching across KS3-KS4 (KS5 experience beneficial but not essential)Reflective, motivated Teacher who is receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvementIf you're interested in this Science Teacher - Inner London - Newham position, please apply today.Shortlisted candidates will be confidentially contacted within 24hrs of their application to discuss the school in further detail before progressing to an interview or visit.Science Teacher - Inner London - NewhamINDT
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Science Teacher - Inner London - Newham A high-achieving Secondary School based in Newham is searching for a passionate and dynamic Science Teacher to join their team ASAP or from January. This is a full-time, permanent position.The Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team have built a strong reputation for academic excellence, well-embedded behaviour policies and a supportive culture. This has created the perfect environment for students and staff to thrive both academically and professionally.What's on offer that sets this Science Teacher role apart from others?Strong Science outcomes at GCSE and a growing Sixth Form Science offerA stable department with experienced Science Teachers who know the school and community wellSpecialist Science laboratories with excellent technician supportBehaviour, SEN and Inclusion policies that genuinely support classroom practiceTLR opportunities for experienced Teachers looking for additional responsibility (e.g. KS3 Lead / STEM Coordinator)Tailored support and coaching for Teachers on MPS2-MPS5 who are keen to progress in their careersPlease read the full details of this Science Teacher vacancy below before applying. Job Description - Science Teacher Teacher of ScienceTeaching across KS3 - KS4, with the opportunity to teach KS5 for the right candidateTLR opportunity for additional responsibility (e.g. KS3 Lead / STEM Lead)Full-time, Permanent contractASAP or January startInner London payscaleMPS2 - MPS5, depending on experienceLocated in Newham School Description - Science Teacher Ofsted-rated 'Good' with elements of 'Outstanding' practice in ScienceModern, forward-thinking secondary school serving a diverse East London communityWell-resourced Science department with dedicated labs and prep roomsExperienced Science Technicians providing strong practical and curriculum supportSupportive school with Behaviour, SEN and Inclusion policies at the centre of learningPlenty of CPD and progression opportunities, including NPQs and subject leadership trainingExcellent commute links via public transport (Tube, DLR, bus) across East London Applicant Specification - Science Teacher UK QTS in Science (or in the process of gaining QTS)Strong academic background - relevant Science degree, solid A Levels and GCSEsPrevious teaching experience with evidence of strong pupil progress in Science'Good' or 'Outstanding' lesson observation/placement reportsConfident teaching across KS3-KS4 (KS5 experience beneficial but not essential)Reflective, motivated Teacher who is receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvementIf you're interested in this Science Teacher - Inner London - Newham position, please apply today.Shortlisted candidates will be confidentially contacted within 24hrs of their application to discuss the school in further detail before progressing to an interview or visit.Science Teacher - Inner London - NewhamINDT
Head of School for Supported Learning - Uxbridge/Hayes - Permanent Location: Uxbridge / Hayes Salary: £52,093 - £58,332 per annum (including London Weighting) Contract: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 8th December 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed About the Role We are proud to be working with a successful merged College Group, across North & South West London, operating across five vibrant and inclusive campuses. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and forward-thinking leader to join the group as Head of School - Supported Learning for Uxbridge College. In this role, you will lead curriculum teams based at Uxbridge and Hayes, where their new SEND centre is due to open in Spring 2026. Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Supported and Targeted Learning, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for the quality, performance, and development of full and part-time Supported Learning provision. Key Responsibilities: • Provide visionary leadership to curriculum and support teams within Supported Learning. • Manage the quality and delivery of provision across a range of SEND courses. • Lead on curriculum development and planning, including qualification reform and pathway design. • Support teams in implementing strategies to improve attendance, retention, and outcomes. • Foster an inclusive and high-performing culture, embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of delivery. • Manage and develop staff through coaching, professional development, and performance management. • Oversee resources, budgets, and compliance within the School of Supported Learning. Candidate Profile: We are seeking a committed and innovative education professional with proven leadership experience in Further Education, ideally within a SEND or Supported Learning context. You will demonstrate: • A degree or equivalent qualification, plus a Level 5+ teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector. • Proven success as a skilled practitioner in teaching and learning, with measurable impact on learner outcomes. • Experience implementing strategies to improve attendance, retention, and progression. • Current knowledge of curriculum developments, SEND reforms, and the SEND Code of Practice. • Strong understanding of inclusive learning strategies and a deep commitment to equality and diversity. • Experience in team leadership, staff development, and change management. • Specialist knowledge or experience in SEND (desirable). Why Join This College Group? • Work within one of London's most successful and ambitious college groups. • Lead a forward-thinking team within a growing Supported Learning provision. • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learners with SEND. • Supportive and collaborative leadership culture. • Sponsorship may be available for exceptional candidates. How to Apply: If you are a dynamic and passionate leader ready to shape the future of Supported Learning at Uxbridge College, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application before Tuesday 4 November 2025. Interviews will be scheduled shortly thereafter (date TBC). We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As Head of School for Supported Learning, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Head of School for Supported Learning will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Head of School for Supported Learning post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Apply for this Head of School for Supported Learning opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Head of School for Supported Learning role within 48 hours. Please see our website page headed 'About' and scroll to the bottom to see our 'Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you. Head of School for Supported Learning - Uxbridge/Hayes - Permanent Head of School for Supported Learning
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Head of School for Supported Learning - Uxbridge/Hayes - Permanent Location: Uxbridge / Hayes Salary: £52,093 - £58,332 per annum (including London Weighting) Contract: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 8th December 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed About the Role We are proud to be working with a successful merged College Group, across North & South West London, operating across five vibrant and inclusive campuses. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and forward-thinking leader to join the group as Head of School - Supported Learning for Uxbridge College. In this role, you will lead curriculum teams based at Uxbridge and Hayes, where their new SEND centre is due to open in Spring 2026. Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Supported and Targeted Learning, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for the quality, performance, and development of full and part-time Supported Learning provision. Key Responsibilities: • Provide visionary leadership to curriculum and support teams within Supported Learning. • Manage the quality and delivery of provision across a range of SEND courses. • Lead on curriculum development and planning, including qualification reform and pathway design. • Support teams in implementing strategies to improve attendance, retention, and outcomes. • Foster an inclusive and high-performing culture, embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of delivery. • Manage and develop staff through coaching, professional development, and performance management. • Oversee resources, budgets, and compliance within the School of Supported Learning. Candidate Profile: We are seeking a committed and innovative education professional with proven leadership experience in Further Education, ideally within a SEND or Supported Learning context. You will demonstrate: • A degree or equivalent qualification, plus a Level 5+ teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector. • Proven success as a skilled practitioner in teaching and learning, with measurable impact on learner outcomes. • Experience implementing strategies to improve attendance, retention, and progression. • Current knowledge of curriculum developments, SEND reforms, and the SEND Code of Practice. • Strong understanding of inclusive learning strategies and a deep commitment to equality and diversity. • Experience in team leadership, staff development, and change management. • Specialist knowledge or experience in SEND (desirable). Why Join This College Group? • Work within one of London's most successful and ambitious college groups. • Lead a forward-thinking team within a growing Supported Learning provision. • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learners with SEND. • Supportive and collaborative leadership culture. • Sponsorship may be available for exceptional candidates. How to Apply: If you are a dynamic and passionate leader ready to shape the future of Supported Learning at Uxbridge College, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application before Tuesday 4 November 2025. Interviews will be scheduled shortly thereafter (date TBC). We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As Head of School for Supported Learning, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Head of School for Supported Learning will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Head of School for Supported Learning post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Apply for this Head of School for Supported Learning opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Head of School for Supported Learning role within 48 hours. Please see our website page headed 'About' and scroll to the bottom to see our 'Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you. Head of School for Supported Learning - Uxbridge/Hayes - Permanent Head of School for Supported Learning
Head of School Governance Reports to: Director of Governance and Risk Location: Agile working policy with two core days (Weds and Thurs) in the office (Occasional travel to Ark schools, including attending LGBs, in London, Birmingham, Portsmouth and Hastings will be required). Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week Pattern: 0.75-1 FTE (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm) Salary: £65,000 to £70,000 (depending on experience) + 11% non-contributory pension Working pattern: Please note that due to the varying requirements of our schools and governing bodies, this role cannot be offered on a term-time only basis. However, Ark is committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. We welcome applications from candidates seeking a year-round working pattern of 0.75 FTE or above, with working time distributed between term-time and out-of-term periods by mutual agreement. The Head of Governance will report into Director of Governance and Risk. This role is currently operating an agile working policy with two core days (Weds and Thurs) in the office (Occasional travel to Ark schools, including attending LGBs, in London, Birmingham, Portsmouth and Hastings will be required). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are advised. Ark is seeking a highly motivated and experienced governance professional to join our central team as Head of Schools Governance. This is an important and interesting role responsible for running, shaping and strengthening governance across the trust, with a particular focus on innovation, development, and specialist governance. Working closely with the Director of Governance and Risk, this role ensures the operational rigour of governance and compliance models across the trust. The role holds oversight of key governance processes-including admissions, complaints handling, and permanent exclusions-ensuring alignment with trust-wide policies and standards. The role also includes leading the trust's local governance structures, including LGB governor recruitment and development strategy, helping to build a diverse, skilled, and engaged governance community. The successful candidate will support the implementation of new governance models, looking at how we can make the best use of this expert and dedicated group of volunteers, and play a central role in evaluating the impact of local governance. This includes shared responsibility for governance pilots and innovation, including looking at ways we can developing stronger links between our schools and the communities they serve. In addition, we are looking for the Head of School Governance to look at ways we can innovate, including looking at new technologies to seek ways we can increase impact and reduce the administration burden on our schools and governors, be that through virtual clerking, streamlining complaint management, AI recording of meetings focusing on actions and better time management of meetings. Above all, the successful candidate will be motivated by providing an outstanding quality of governance support and service to schools across Ark-bringing a practical, hands-on approach and a genuine commitment to helping school leaders navigate challenges and deliver the best outcomes for their communities. The successful candidate, while based in our central head office, will be expected to travel throughout our network, on scheduled visits and attend a number of local governing bodies throughout the year. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert advice to all schools regarding admissions, exclusions Act as the lead for specialist governance areas, including permanent exclusions, admissions, and complaints handling, ensuring consistency and compliance across all academies Design and deliver a comprehensive programme of governor development, with a focus on coaching, capacity-building, and succession planning Provide line management to members of the governance team, as required by the structure and operational needs of school governance Monitor and report on governance and compliance performance, contributing to trust-wide assurance and improvement processes Act as a key point of contact between the central governance team and local governance bodies, with additional responsibilities for Birmingham schools Key Requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience Strong working knowledge of governance frameworks in education, including statutory and regulatory requirements for academy trusts Demonstrable understanding of school governance structures, including schemes of delegation, Articles of Association, and compliance obligations Proven ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, including the Companies Act 2006, Academy Trust Handbook, and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Right to work in the UK This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check Benefits: In addition to our current hybrid working arrangements, employees can request to work fully remotely for up to 10 working days a year, whether this be in the UK or abroad Our flexitime policy allows you to work your hours around our core hours of 10.00 - 16.00, helping you prioritise your work-life balance and personal commitments 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with each year of service up to 30 days after 3-years' service. This entitlement is pro rata for part time employees. This entitlement excludes bank holidays Full office closure between Christmas and New Year As an Ark employee, you will have the opportunity to be part of the TPT (The Pension Trust) scheme, our workplace pension scheme where we make an 11% contribution; you are not required to contribute towards this scheme unless you choose to. Depending on your role you may also be entitled to LGPS which is a defined benefit scheme where you contribute a percentage based on how much you earn (as do we) in exchange for a guaranteed amount in your pension pot every year Access to high-quality professional learning throughout your career, offering both face-to-face sessions and a bespoke online learning platform Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest-free loans available for season tickets or a bike, gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gym and free eye tests About Us: Ark is an education charity that exists to make sure that all children, regardless of their background, have access to a great education and real choices in life. Our network of 39 schools reaches traditionally underserved communities in Birmingham, Hastings, London and Portsmouth. We educate 30,000 pupils and have nearly 3,000 teaching staff across our network. We also incubate and scale innovative ventures, which we roll out beyond our network of schools for the benefit of teachers, pupils and the education system as a whole. Current Ventures include Ark Curriculum Plus, which equips teachers with the subject expertise needed to ensure students succeed, and Ark Start, a growing chain of nurseries offering affordable, high-quality early years education. Recently, Ark moved to new offices at EdCity - a unique not-for-profit development in West London, in partnership with Hammersmith & Fulham council. EdCity is designed to bring mission-aligned organisations together to focus on improving the lives of children, especially through education. It offers leased offices, a range of venues for training and events, and an innovation hub for the education sector to connect, collaborate and learn together. Diversity and Inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link . Safeguarding Statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link . Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience. For any questions, please contact .
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Head of School Governance Reports to: Director of Governance and Risk Location: Agile working policy with two core days (Weds and Thurs) in the office (Occasional travel to Ark schools, including attending LGBs, in London, Birmingham, Portsmouth and Hastings will be required). Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week Pattern: 0.75-1 FTE (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm) Salary: £65,000 to £70,000 (depending on experience) + 11% non-contributory pension Working pattern: Please note that due to the varying requirements of our schools and governing bodies, this role cannot be offered on a term-time only basis. However, Ark is committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. We welcome applications from candidates seeking a year-round working pattern of 0.75 FTE or above, with working time distributed between term-time and out-of-term periods by mutual agreement. The Head of Governance will report into Director of Governance and Risk. This role is currently operating an agile working policy with two core days (Weds and Thurs) in the office (Occasional travel to Ark schools, including attending LGBs, in London, Birmingham, Portsmouth and Hastings will be required). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are advised. Ark is seeking a highly motivated and experienced governance professional to join our central team as Head of Schools Governance. This is an important and interesting role responsible for running, shaping and strengthening governance across the trust, with a particular focus on innovation, development, and specialist governance. Working closely with the Director of Governance and Risk, this role ensures the operational rigour of governance and compliance models across the trust. The role holds oversight of key governance processes-including admissions, complaints handling, and permanent exclusions-ensuring alignment with trust-wide policies and standards. The role also includes leading the trust's local governance structures, including LGB governor recruitment and development strategy, helping to build a diverse, skilled, and engaged governance community. The successful candidate will support the implementation of new governance models, looking at how we can make the best use of this expert and dedicated group of volunteers, and play a central role in evaluating the impact of local governance. This includes shared responsibility for governance pilots and innovation, including looking at ways we can developing stronger links between our schools and the communities they serve. In addition, we are looking for the Head of School Governance to look at ways we can innovate, including looking at new technologies to seek ways we can increase impact and reduce the administration burden on our schools and governors, be that through virtual clerking, streamlining complaint management, AI recording of meetings focusing on actions and better time management of meetings. Above all, the successful candidate will be motivated by providing an outstanding quality of governance support and service to schools across Ark-bringing a practical, hands-on approach and a genuine commitment to helping school leaders navigate challenges and deliver the best outcomes for their communities. The successful candidate, while based in our central head office, will be expected to travel throughout our network, on scheduled visits and attend a number of local governing bodies throughout the year. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert advice to all schools regarding admissions, exclusions Act as the lead for specialist governance areas, including permanent exclusions, admissions, and complaints handling, ensuring consistency and compliance across all academies Design and deliver a comprehensive programme of governor development, with a focus on coaching, capacity-building, and succession planning Provide line management to members of the governance team, as required by the structure and operational needs of school governance Monitor and report on governance and compliance performance, contributing to trust-wide assurance and improvement processes Act as a key point of contact between the central governance team and local governance bodies, with additional responsibilities for Birmingham schools Key Requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience Strong working knowledge of governance frameworks in education, including statutory and regulatory requirements for academy trusts Demonstrable understanding of school governance structures, including schemes of delegation, Articles of Association, and compliance obligations Proven ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, including the Companies Act 2006, Academy Trust Handbook, and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Right to work in the UK This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check Benefits: In addition to our current hybrid working arrangements, employees can request to work fully remotely for up to 10 working days a year, whether this be in the UK or abroad Our flexitime policy allows you to work your hours around our core hours of 10.00 - 16.00, helping you prioritise your work-life balance and personal commitments 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with each year of service up to 30 days after 3-years' service. This entitlement is pro rata for part time employees. This entitlement excludes bank holidays Full office closure between Christmas and New Year As an Ark employee, you will have the opportunity to be part of the TPT (The Pension Trust) scheme, our workplace pension scheme where we make an 11% contribution; you are not required to contribute towards this scheme unless you choose to. Depending on your role you may also be entitled to LGPS which is a defined benefit scheme where you contribute a percentage based on how much you earn (as do we) in exchange for a guaranteed amount in your pension pot every year Access to high-quality professional learning throughout your career, offering both face-to-face sessions and a bespoke online learning platform Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest-free loans available for season tickets or a bike, gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gym and free eye tests About Us: Ark is an education charity that exists to make sure that all children, regardless of their background, have access to a great education and real choices in life. Our network of 39 schools reaches traditionally underserved communities in Birmingham, Hastings, London and Portsmouth. We educate 30,000 pupils and have nearly 3,000 teaching staff across our network. We also incubate and scale innovative ventures, which we roll out beyond our network of schools for the benefit of teachers, pupils and the education system as a whole. Current Ventures include Ark Curriculum Plus, which equips teachers with the subject expertise needed to ensure students succeed, and Ark Start, a growing chain of nurseries offering affordable, high-quality early years education. Recently, Ark moved to new offices at EdCity - a unique not-for-profit development in West London, in partnership with Hammersmith & Fulham council. EdCity is designed to bring mission-aligned organisations together to focus on improving the lives of children, especially through education. It offers leased offices, a range of venues for training and events, and an innovation hub for the education sector to connect, collaborate and learn together. Diversity and Inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link . Safeguarding Statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link . Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience. For any questions, please contact .
You're not just anyone. And this isn't just any job. Job Description HR Business Partner Position Type : Full Time / 37.5 hrs per week - Permanent Location: Remote working - Regional role covering North West Region - occasional travel within areas including Lancashire, Bolton, St Helens, Blackburn, Cheshire , Manchester, Liverpool, Stoke on Trent, Walsall, Staffordshire & Cumbria Are you a progressive and dynamic HR Business Partner looking for your next challenge? The role Our aim is to make working at Lifeways Group a great experience. Our HR colleagues play a vital role in helping our people and organisation succeed by working in partnership to create a person-centred culture which supports our vision and ambitions. Reporting to our Head of HR, we're looking for a resilient HR Business Partner with exceptional ER knowledge who is experienced in dealing with complex investigations. Supporting our operational colleagues across the North West region you'll provide a proactive service through coaching the teams to develop their HR skill set and execute organisational strategies focused on talent management, resource planning, diversity & inclusion, employee engagement, performance management and organisational effectiveness. To broaden your skillset you will also partner a department within our Head Office Function - Partnering the Executive Leader for that department given you breadth and strategic focus We'll need you to establish and maintain a positive employee relations climate across the region and work with operational management colleagues to develop and implement appropriate employee engagement initiatives in accordance with Group strategy and objectives. The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and experience Focused on delivering results with strong commercial acumen in a multi-site environment Experienced in complex and high volume employee relations with an understanding of TUPE and change management Sound knowledge of employment law including employee relations procedures and processes such as employment tribunals, disability, diversity and equal opportunities You will be confident in your ability to influence and resilient Driving licence and your own car is essential CIPD Certificate Level 5 qualified or equivalent Credibility and the ability to work well under pressure, and to prioritise At Lifeways we value our colleagues and work hard to develop their skills through the provision of training and support. We are expanding and so there are real opportunities for career development. If you feel ready for a change and are looking to take on a new challenge in a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you! The Lifeways Group is an equal opportunities employer and is regulated by CQC in England, CIW in Wales and CI in Scotland.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
You're not just anyone. And this isn't just any job. Job Description HR Business Partner Position Type : Full Time / 37.5 hrs per week - Permanent Location: Remote working - Regional role covering North West Region - occasional travel within areas including Lancashire, Bolton, St Helens, Blackburn, Cheshire , Manchester, Liverpool, Stoke on Trent, Walsall, Staffordshire & Cumbria Are you a progressive and dynamic HR Business Partner looking for your next challenge? The role Our aim is to make working at Lifeways Group a great experience. Our HR colleagues play a vital role in helping our people and organisation succeed by working in partnership to create a person-centred culture which supports our vision and ambitions. Reporting to our Head of HR, we're looking for a resilient HR Business Partner with exceptional ER knowledge who is experienced in dealing with complex investigations. Supporting our operational colleagues across the North West region you'll provide a proactive service through coaching the teams to develop their HR skill set and execute organisational strategies focused on talent management, resource planning, diversity & inclusion, employee engagement, performance management and organisational effectiveness. To broaden your skillset you will also partner a department within our Head Office Function - Partnering the Executive Leader for that department given you breadth and strategic focus We'll need you to establish and maintain a positive employee relations climate across the region and work with operational management colleagues to develop and implement appropriate employee engagement initiatives in accordance with Group strategy and objectives. The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and experience Focused on delivering results with strong commercial acumen in a multi-site environment Experienced in complex and high volume employee relations with an understanding of TUPE and change management Sound knowledge of employment law including employee relations procedures and processes such as employment tribunals, disability, diversity and equal opportunities You will be confident in your ability to influence and resilient Driving licence and your own car is essential CIPD Certificate Level 5 qualified or equivalent Credibility and the ability to work well under pressure, and to prioritise At Lifeways we value our colleagues and work hard to develop their skills through the provision of training and support. We are expanding and so there are real opportunities for career development. If you feel ready for a change and are looking to take on a new challenge in a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you! The Lifeways Group is an equal opportunities employer and is regulated by CQC in England, CIW in Wales and CI in Scotland.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for a talented, high performing and ambitious Director to join the Audit Stream Risk Management (ASRM) team in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period. You will report into the ASRM team Partner and work closely with other members of the ASRM team as well as the other directors in the wider AQD team. The Audit Stream Risk Management team is a growing team and provides support to audit teams when audit risk and contractual issues emerge on audit engagements. You will advise the audit team in resolving the issue to enable them to manage any reputational risks and consistently deliver high quality audits. The role will include providing the teams with proactive support to resolve the issue and involving specialists from the wider AQD team when required. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills to solve complex audit risk and contractual issues and contribute to the delivery of high quality audits. Responsibilities Lead in resolving complex audit stream risk issues that emerge, ensuring a detailed review of audit files is performed, when required, by the senior managers in the team to establish the nature and extent of the risk bringing in specialist support from the wider AQD team as required. Proactively identify wider risk issues and prevent such risks from crystalising by implementing policies, guidance and training to the audit stream. Support the ASRM partner on reviewing and monitoring the highest risk audit engagements, known as the Close Monitored List. Provide oversight to the ASRM team on other audit risks and contractual matters arising from the Audit Stream and ensuring they are satisfactorily resolved. Lead on projects to ensure that all processes and controls related to audit stream risk management are correctly implemented to support a System of Quality Management, ensuring that any remediation points are addressed. Support RIs experiencing a challenging inspection or regulatory process. Contribute to audit quality initiatives led by the wider Audit Quality Improvement Team. You'll be someone with: Ideas, drive, energy and passion! ACA or equivalent qualification with a background in Audit, Methodology or Regulatory oversight Recent experience at Senior Manager or Director level on PIE and listed audits or similar file review experience Strong technical audit expertise with the ability to identify wider risks Ability to challenge, influence, and communicate effectively at senior levels A proactive, collaborative mindset and attention to detail You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for a talented, high performing and ambitious Director to join the Audit Stream Risk Management (ASRM) team in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period. You will report into the ASRM team Partner and work closely with other members of the ASRM team as well as the other directors in the wider AQD team. The Audit Stream Risk Management team is a growing team and provides support to audit teams when audit risk and contractual issues emerge on audit engagements. You will advise the audit team in resolving the issue to enable them to manage any reputational risks and consistently deliver high quality audits. The role will include providing the teams with proactive support to resolve the issue and involving specialists from the wider AQD team when required. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills to solve complex audit risk and contractual issues and contribute to the delivery of high quality audits. Responsibilities Lead in resolving complex audit stream risk issues that emerge, ensuring a detailed review of audit files is performed, when required, by the senior managers in the team to establish the nature and extent of the risk bringing in specialist support from the wider AQD team as required. Proactively identify wider risk issues and prevent such risks from crystalising by implementing policies, guidance and training to the audit stream. Support the ASRM partner on reviewing and monitoring the highest risk audit engagements, known as the Close Monitored List. Provide oversight to the ASRM team on other audit risks and contractual matters arising from the Audit Stream and ensuring they are satisfactorily resolved. Lead on projects to ensure that all processes and controls related to audit stream risk management are correctly implemented to support a System of Quality Management, ensuring that any remediation points are addressed. Support RIs experiencing a challenging inspection or regulatory process. Contribute to audit quality initiatives led by the wider Audit Quality Improvement Team. You'll be someone with: Ideas, drive, energy and passion! ACA or equivalent qualification with a background in Audit, Methodology or Regulatory oversight Recent experience at Senior Manager or Director level on PIE and listed audits or similar file review experience Strong technical audit expertise with the ability to identify wider risks Ability to challenge, influence, and communicate effectively at senior levels A proactive, collaborative mindset and attention to detail You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for a talented, high performing and ambitious Director to join the Audit Stream Risk Management (ASRM) team in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period. You will report into the ASRM team Partner and work closely with other members of the ASRM team as well as the other directors in the wider AQD team. The Audit Stream Risk Management team is a growing team and provides support to audit teams when audit risk and contractual issues emerge on audit engagements. You will advise the audit team in resolving the issue to enable them to manage any reputational risks and consistently deliver high quality audits. The role will include providing the teams with proactive support to resolve the issue and involving specialists from the wider AQD team when required. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills to solve complex audit risk and contractual issues and contribute to the delivery of high quality audits. Responsibilities Lead in resolving complex audit stream risk issues that emerge, ensuring a detailed review of audit files is performed, when required, by the senior managers in the team to establish the nature and extent of the risk bringing in specialist support from the wider AQD team as required. Proactively identify wider risk issues and prevent such risks from crystalising by implementing policies, guidance and training to the audit stream. Support the ASRM partner on reviewing and monitoring the highest risk audit engagements, known as the Close Monitored List. Provide oversight to the ASRM team on other audit risks and contractual matters arising from the Audit Stream and ensuring they are satisfactorily resolved. Lead on projects to ensure that all processes and controls related to audit stream risk management are correctly implemented to support a System of Quality Management, ensuring that any remediation points are addressed. Support RIs experiencing a challenging inspection or regulatory process. Contribute to audit quality initiatives led by the wider Audit Quality Improvement Team. You'll be someone with: Ideas, drive, energy and passion! ACA or equivalent qualification with a background in Audit, Methodology or Regulatory oversight Recent experience at Senior Manager or Director level on PIE and listed audits or similar file review experience Strong technical audit expertise with the ability to identify wider risks Ability to challenge, influence, and communicate effectively at senior levels A proactive, collaborative mindset and attention to detail You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for a talented, high performing and ambitious Director to join the Audit Stream Risk Management (ASRM) team in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period. You will report into the ASRM team Partner and work closely with other members of the ASRM team as well as the other directors in the wider AQD team. The Audit Stream Risk Management team is a growing team and provides support to audit teams when audit risk and contractual issues emerge on audit engagements. You will advise the audit team in resolving the issue to enable them to manage any reputational risks and consistently deliver high quality audits. The role will include providing the teams with proactive support to resolve the issue and involving specialists from the wider AQD team when required. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills to solve complex audit risk and contractual issues and contribute to the delivery of high quality audits. Responsibilities Lead in resolving complex audit stream risk issues that emerge, ensuring a detailed review of audit files is performed, when required, by the senior managers in the team to establish the nature and extent of the risk bringing in specialist support from the wider AQD team as required. Proactively identify wider risk issues and prevent such risks from crystalising by implementing policies, guidance and training to the audit stream. Support the ASRM partner on reviewing and monitoring the highest risk audit engagements, known as the Close Monitored List. Provide oversight to the ASRM team on other audit risks and contractual matters arising from the Audit Stream and ensuring they are satisfactorily resolved. Lead on projects to ensure that all processes and controls related to audit stream risk management are correctly implemented to support a System of Quality Management, ensuring that any remediation points are addressed. Support RIs experiencing a challenging inspection or regulatory process. Contribute to audit quality initiatives led by the wider Audit Quality Improvement Team. You'll be someone with: Ideas, drive, energy and passion! ACA or equivalent qualification with a background in Audit, Methodology or Regulatory oversight Recent experience at Senior Manager or Director level on PIE and listed audits or similar file review experience Strong technical audit expertise with the ability to identify wider risks Ability to challenge, influence, and communicate effectively at senior levels A proactive, collaborative mindset and attention to detail You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Are you passionate about leading a team to succeed, to create a customer-centric culture and be the best in the market? Our Store Managers work hard, using strong leadership, to ensure their stores are a great place for people to work and shop, making sure our core supermarket offering is strong and competitive. They play a crucial role in our business and we're always on the lookout for great Store Managers across the UK to join us and embody these values. If you're ready for a change and want to explore opportunities in a growing business, at an exciting time, get in touch or apply via this advert. About the role Reporting to the Regional Manager, your responsibilities will include: Developing and executing strategic initiatives to enhance store performance and profitability by continually challenging our current ways of working. We're always open to new ideas and Store Managers should also foster this culture in their stores. Listening and responding to what our customers and colleagues are telling us, ensuring that their experience is at the heart of all decisions that are made. Cultivate a high-performance culture through talent development, succession planning, and supportive leadership. Working with our teams in Head Office to ensure we have the best availability on the high street, ensuring Morrisons becomes a one-stop shopping destination. Building and managing relationships with the local community, marketing your store so it stands out as a pillar in the community. About you Experience managing a store in a fast paced food retail environment is essential for this role Strong leadership skills with the capacity to listen and respond. You should be great at coaching, able to give feedback to ensure common ways of working. A passion for spotting and driving talent and creating a successful team culture. The ability to resolve challenges and build trust between the store team. Natural ability to set clear objectives that link directly to each department which are aligned with the Morrisons priorities, ensuring that your team is working towards and engaged with a shared goal The power to create a culture that fosters and values collaboration. Broad thinking and willingness to accept opinions, beliefs of behaviours that are different from your own. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you don't meet every single requirement, don't worry. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. About us How do we say thank you? As a Store Manager, you will play a huge role in our business and be vital to our success. We offer a generous salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Generous bonus scheme Car allowance Competitive pension scheme Private healthcare for you and your family Colleague discount of 15% and 10% for a friend or a family member Up to 6 weeks of annual leave, which will increase during your length of service Competitive incentive plan A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave We're looking for individuals with experience as a Store Manager in food retail, who are passionate and supportive leaders, excited about driving change in a growing business. If this sounds like you, get in touch! JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 14, 2025
Full time
Are you passionate about leading a team to succeed, to create a customer-centric culture and be the best in the market? Our Store Managers work hard, using strong leadership, to ensure their stores are a great place for people to work and shop, making sure our core supermarket offering is strong and competitive. They play a crucial role in our business and we're always on the lookout for great Store Managers across the UK to join us and embody these values. If you're ready for a change and want to explore opportunities in a growing business, at an exciting time, get in touch or apply via this advert. About the role Reporting to the Regional Manager, your responsibilities will include: Developing and executing strategic initiatives to enhance store performance and profitability by continually challenging our current ways of working. We're always open to new ideas and Store Managers should also foster this culture in their stores. Listening and responding to what our customers and colleagues are telling us, ensuring that their experience is at the heart of all decisions that are made. Cultivate a high-performance culture through talent development, succession planning, and supportive leadership. Working with our teams in Head Office to ensure we have the best availability on the high street, ensuring Morrisons becomes a one-stop shopping destination. Building and managing relationships with the local community, marketing your store so it stands out as a pillar in the community. About you Experience managing a store in a fast paced food retail environment is essential for this role Strong leadership skills with the capacity to listen and respond. You should be great at coaching, able to give feedback to ensure common ways of working. A passion for spotting and driving talent and creating a successful team culture. The ability to resolve challenges and build trust between the store team. Natural ability to set clear objectives that link directly to each department which are aligned with the Morrisons priorities, ensuring that your team is working towards and engaged with a shared goal The power to create a culture that fosters and values collaboration. Broad thinking and willingness to accept opinions, beliefs of behaviours that are different from your own. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you don't meet every single requirement, don't worry. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. About us How do we say thank you? As a Store Manager, you will play a huge role in our business and be vital to our success. We offer a generous salary, along with an excellent benefits package. Generous bonus scheme Car allowance Competitive pension scheme Private healthcare for you and your family Colleague discount of 15% and 10% for a friend or a family member Up to 6 weeks of annual leave, which will increase during your length of service Competitive incentive plan A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave We're looking for individuals with experience as a Store Manager in food retail, who are passionate and supportive leaders, excited about driving change in a growing business. If this sounds like you, get in touch! JBRP1_UKTJ
Shape the future of housing and sustainability with SettleParadigm as our Head of Surveying. This is your opportunity to lead a high-performing surveying service at one of the UKs most ambitious housing providers. Youll drive innovation in building surveying, stock condition, retrofit, and asset management working flexibly within our hybrid working model (two days in the office in High Wycombe, three from home) and a culture that champions expertise, collaboration, and growth. Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose? At SettleParadigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 27,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, wed love to welcome you on our journey. Together, were building a better future. About the Role/team This role has responsibility for surveying across the surveying spectrum, including Building Surveying, Disrepair, Stock Condition, Retrofit and general property inspections. Your leadership will influence decisions that improve lives and future-proof our housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Surveying Services Department Provide clear, measurable guidance to deliver a high-performing, customer-focused surveying service across Paradigms property portfolio. Oversee all inspection and compliance activities Ensure stock condition, health & safety, technical inspections, and retrofit assessments are delivered to the highest standards and regulatory requirements. Drive strategic asset management and continuous improvement Maintain accurate asset data, implement robust systems, and embed best practices to support proactive decision-making and long-term planning. Provide expert technical advice and governance Advise on building pathology, compliance, and investment strategies, ensuring adherence to legislation and SettleParadigms policies. Lead and develop a high-performing team Mentor and coach managers and staff, foster collaboration, ownership a culture of professional learning & development across the team ensuring consistent service delivery through effective resource and performance management. What Were Looking For Must haves: Degree in Building Surveying OR a construction-related discipline strong academic foundation in surveying principles. Extensive technical knowledge of building pathology, defect diagnosis, and compliance within the social housing sector. Proven leadership experience managing teams and improving performance in a surveying or property services environment. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and explain complex technical issues clearly. Strong commercial and analytical skills, including experience in contractor management, procurement, and delivering value for money. Nice to haves: Professional qualification such as MRICS or equivalent experience. Knowledge of retrofit processes and PAS 2035 compliance. Familiarity with asset reinvestment analysis and stock data review methodologies. This role could be ideal for an experienced Senior Surveyor ready to take the next step into a strategic leadership position, or for a current Head of Service seeking a broader remit with additional services to manage. It may also appeal to a senior-level professional, such as a Director, who is looking to return to a more hands-on, operational role while still providing high-level technical leadership. Benefits At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. Annual salary package: in excess of £80k p/a 30 days holiday on starting plus Christmas closure and buy options Generous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Health cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover) Life cover and income protection Flexible working hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging And thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide: 30+ Mental Health First Aiders available to support Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions) Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities Paid professional subscription (one per year) Our Commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups. Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required. Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Closing Date:Tuesday 06 January 2026. Please note we will review any early applications before the Christmas break and may call candidates for an initial conversation about the role. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Shape the future of housing and sustainability with SettleParadigm as our Head of Surveying. This is your opportunity to lead a high-performing surveying service at one of the UKs most ambitious housing providers. Youll drive innovation in building surveying, stock condition, retrofit, and asset management working flexibly within our hybrid working model (two days in the office in High Wycombe, three from home) and a culture that champions expertise, collaboration, and growth. Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose? At SettleParadigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 27,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, wed love to welcome you on our journey. Together, were building a better future. About the Role/team This role has responsibility for surveying across the surveying spectrum, including Building Surveying, Disrepair, Stock Condition, Retrofit and general property inspections. Your leadership will influence decisions that improve lives and future-proof our housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Surveying Services Department Provide clear, measurable guidance to deliver a high-performing, customer-focused surveying service across Paradigms property portfolio. Oversee all inspection and compliance activities Ensure stock condition, health & safety, technical inspections, and retrofit assessments are delivered to the highest standards and regulatory requirements. Drive strategic asset management and continuous improvement Maintain accurate asset data, implement robust systems, and embed best practices to support proactive decision-making and long-term planning. Provide expert technical advice and governance Advise on building pathology, compliance, and investment strategies, ensuring adherence to legislation and SettleParadigms policies. Lead and develop a high-performing team Mentor and coach managers and staff, foster collaboration, ownership a culture of professional learning & development across the team ensuring consistent service delivery through effective resource and performance management. What Were Looking For Must haves: Degree in Building Surveying OR a construction-related discipline strong academic foundation in surveying principles. Extensive technical knowledge of building pathology, defect diagnosis, and compliance within the social housing sector. Proven leadership experience managing teams and improving performance in a surveying or property services environment. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and explain complex technical issues clearly. Strong commercial and analytical skills, including experience in contractor management, procurement, and delivering value for money. Nice to haves: Professional qualification such as MRICS or equivalent experience. Knowledge of retrofit processes and PAS 2035 compliance. Familiarity with asset reinvestment analysis and stock data review methodologies. This role could be ideal for an experienced Senior Surveyor ready to take the next step into a strategic leadership position, or for a current Head of Service seeking a broader remit with additional services to manage. It may also appeal to a senior-level professional, such as a Director, who is looking to return to a more hands-on, operational role while still providing high-level technical leadership. Benefits At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. Annual salary package: in excess of £80k p/a 30 days holiday on starting plus Christmas closure and buy options Generous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Health cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover) Life cover and income protection Flexible working hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging And thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide: 30+ Mental Health First Aiders available to support Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions) Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities Paid professional subscription (one per year) Our Commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups. Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required. Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Closing Date:Tuesday 06 January 2026. Please note we will review any early applications before the Christmas break and may call candidates for an initial conversation about the role. JBRP1_UKTJ
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. About The Team: We are seeking a client facing individual with at least five years of R&D experience to manage the delivery of R&D claims for a diverse national client base. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual that has experience of managing clients (of various size and across several sectors), the end-to-end delivery of research and development claims, whilst also being keen to grow the business by proactively being out in the local market. This role also provides an opportunity for the successful candidate to progress to more senior roles in our growing national Innovation Incentives team. The individual will therefore play an important role in the wider Forvis Mazars' R&D team by working directly with an established and diverse team of R&D specialists, business stakeholders, and the local leadership team across our Northern offices. What You'll Do: You will develop claim methodologies, and prepare R&D tax relief claims for submission to the HMRC for Forvis Mazars clients You will be the main point of contact for all Forvis Mazars clients' R&D Tax queries and will contact HMRC and their behalf. You will write technical descriptions of client's projects, while preparing documentation to support R&D claims, based on UK BIS guidelines You will coach and review the work completed by the junior staff within your team. Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and preparation of R&D claims. What You'll Bring: Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and preparation of R&D claims. ATT (or equivalent) qualification Demonstrate broad and strong technical tax knowledge and experience. Broad experience of managing the financials on clients, delivering on budgets and negotiating fees with clients. Experience of identifying opportunities for business development on tax clients (and ideally across other service lines). What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Leeds Office - Located in 3 Wellington Place, 5th Floor, Leeds, LS1 4AP. Just a 10-minute walk from Leeds Station. Positioned in a modern business quarter with excellent amenities and green spaces. Manchester Office - Located in One St Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 3DE. Easily accessible from Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations. A vibrant city centre location surrounded by top restaurants, shops, and cultural hotspots. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. About The Team: We are seeking a client facing individual with at least five years of R&D experience to manage the delivery of R&D claims for a diverse national client base. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual that has experience of managing clients (of various size and across several sectors), the end-to-end delivery of research and development claims, whilst also being keen to grow the business by proactively being out in the local market. This role also provides an opportunity for the successful candidate to progress to more senior roles in our growing national Innovation Incentives team. The individual will therefore play an important role in the wider Forvis Mazars' R&D team by working directly with an established and diverse team of R&D specialists, business stakeholders, and the local leadership team across our Northern offices. What You'll Do: You will develop claim methodologies, and prepare R&D tax relief claims for submission to the HMRC for Forvis Mazars clients You will be the main point of contact for all Forvis Mazars clients' R&D Tax queries and will contact HMRC and their behalf. You will write technical descriptions of client's projects, while preparing documentation to support R&D claims, based on UK BIS guidelines You will coach and review the work completed by the junior staff within your team. Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and preparation of R&D claims. What You'll Bring: Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and preparation of R&D claims. ATT (or equivalent) qualification Demonstrate broad and strong technical tax knowledge and experience. Broad experience of managing the financials on clients, delivering on budgets and negotiating fees with clients. Experience of identifying opportunities for business development on tax clients (and ideally across other service lines). What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: Leeds Office - Located in 3 Wellington Place, 5th Floor, Leeds, LS1 4AP. Just a 10-minute walk from Leeds Station. Positioned in a modern business quarter with excellent amenities and green spaces. Manchester Office - Located in One St Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 3DE. Easily accessible from Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations. A vibrant city centre location surrounded by top restaurants, shops, and cultural hotspots. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!
