Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Brackley, Northamptonshire
A large food manufacturer are seeking a experienced a Payroll Officer to join their payroll team. You will have experienced managing weekly and monthly payroll across multiple sites, with previous experience managing payroll for over thousand head count business. What You Will Do: - Accurately administer and process both weekly and monthly payrolls for multiple employee groups, ensuring timeliness and compliance. - Maintain and update payroll records while reconciling data within the payroll system. - Calculate and process statutory deductions such as PAYE, NI, pensions, SSP, and SMP, in line with current legislation. - Manage starters, leavers, and contractual changes, ensuring data integrity across HR and payroll systems. - Collaborate with HR, Finance, and departmental managers to resolve payroll queries efficiently. - Support year-end processes, including P60s, P11Ds, and audit requirements. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in managing end-to-end payroll processing within a high-volume, fast-paced environment. - Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory compliance. - Previous experience completing weekly & month payroll for large head count companies. - Exceptional attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to meet strict deadlines. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting tools. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with cross-functional teams. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the seamless delivery of payroll services, aligning with the company's commitment to operational excellence and employee satisfaction. The company takes pride in its innovative approach and dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, making it an ideal place to grow your career. Location: Brackley - Northamptonshire- Full time on site role. Interested?: If you're ready to bring your expertise as a Payroll Officer to a thriving organisation and make a real difference, don't wait! Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter in your career. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
A large food manufacturer are seeking a experienced a Payroll Officer to join their payroll team. You will have experienced managing weekly and monthly payroll across multiple sites, with previous experience managing payroll for over thousand head count business. What You Will Do: - Accurately administer and process both weekly and monthly payrolls for multiple employee groups, ensuring timeliness and compliance. - Maintain and update payroll records while reconciling data within the payroll system. - Calculate and process statutory deductions such as PAYE, NI, pensions, SSP, and SMP, in line with current legislation. - Manage starters, leavers, and contractual changes, ensuring data integrity across HR and payroll systems. - Collaborate with HR, Finance, and departmental managers to resolve payroll queries efficiently. - Support year-end processes, including P60s, P11Ds, and audit requirements. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in managing end-to-end payroll processing within a high-volume, fast-paced environment. - Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory compliance. - Previous experience completing weekly & month payroll for large head count companies. - Exceptional attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to meet strict deadlines. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting tools. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with cross-functional teams. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the seamless delivery of payroll services, aligning with the company's commitment to operational excellence and employee satisfaction. The company takes pride in its innovative approach and dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, making it an ideal place to grow your career. Location: Brackley - Northamptonshire- Full time on site role. Interested?: If you're ready to bring your expertise as a Payroll Officer to a thriving organisation and make a real difference, don't wait! Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter in your career. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
PREMIER LEAGUE
Overview The Premier League's People team is looking for a Head of Reward, Systems and Services. The right candidate will have extensive experience in reward management, including compensation, benefits, recognition, and executive pay. They will have a strong understanding of reward governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements, particularly in high-profile or regulated sectors. The Head of Reward, Systems and Services is responsible for designing, delivering, and managing the organisation's reward strategy to ensure it is competitive, fair, and aligned with business goals. This role covers compensation, benefits, recognition, and executive reward, ensuring that reward frameworks drive performance, engagement, and retention. In addition, the role oversees the people systems and HR services infrastructure, ensuring processes, technology, and service delivery are efficient, user-friendly, and enable a seamless employee experience. Who we are The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries. We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation's intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues. The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people. Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. Where possible, you will attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements. The role Reward Strategy & Design Develop and implement a comprehensive reward strategy that aligns with the Premier Leagues goals, culture, and values. Lead the design and review of base pay, bonus, incentives, and recognition programmes that drive performance and engagement. Design and maintain promotion frameworks that link progression to job evaluation, pay structures, and career pathways, ensuring consistency and fairness across the organisation. Ensure reward structures at head office remain competitive in the external market, balancing fairness, cost, and sustainability, whilst managing complexities of the shareholder/club expectations and requirements. Partner with Head of Talent and Finance to ensure reward supports broader talent management practices, workforce plans and financial planning strategies. Compensation & Benefits Management Oversee annual pay review, bonus cycles, and incentive plans. Evaluate and manage benefits offerings (pensions, health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits), ensuring value for employees and the business. Drive innovation in benefits to support employee wellbeing, inclusivity, and engagement. Operational Services (Payroll, Systems & Delivery) Lead payroll administration, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery in partnership with Finance/HR Operations. Own and optimise reward and payroll processes, ensuring integration with HRIS and payroll, data integrity, and operational efficiency. Manage relationships with external reward vendors and service providers (e.g. payroll, benefits, recognition platforms). Drive continuous improvement in operational services to enhance efficiency, governance, and employee experience. Executive & Senior Reward Partner with the Chief People Officer and Remuneration Committee on executive pay frameworks, including base pay, incentives, and long-term reward structures. Prepare and present papers and proposals for the Board/Remuneration Committee to evolve our reward strategy across the Premier League. Data, Insights & Governance Lead on market benchmarking, job evaluation, and reward analytics to provide insights and recommendations. Ensure all compensation, benefits, payroll, and reward services comply with employment law, tax, and regulatory requirements. Manage external reward surveys and relationships with providers/consultants. Ensure reward programmes are equitable, transparent, and support diversity and inclusion objectives. Monitor reward-related risks and provide assurance to senior leadership and the Board. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to the People Team and senior leaders on pay, benefits, and recognition decisions. Build strong partnerships with People Team and finance to ensure joined-up decision making. Support managers with guidance and tools to make fair, consistent pay and reward decisions. Requirements for the role Extensive experience in reward management, including compensation, benefits, recognition, and executive pay. Strong understanding of reward governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements, particularly in high-profile or regulated sectors. Proven expertise in using benchmarking tools, market data, and analytics to inform strategy and decision-making. Experience preparing and presenting reward proposals to senior executives, Board, or Remuneration Committees. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with credibility to advise C-suite leaders. Ability to navigate sensitive conversations around pay with discretion and diplomacy. Commercial acumen with the ability to balance competitiveness and cost-effectiveness. High integrity and judgement, able to manage highly confidential and sensitive information. Analytical, detail-oriented, and data-driven with the ability to simplify complex information. Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance. To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 10 December 2025. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact
Overview The Premier League's People team is looking for a Head of Reward, Systems and Services. The right candidate will have extensive experience in reward management, including compensation, benefits, recognition, and executive pay. They will have a strong understanding of reward governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements, particularly in high-profile or regulated sectors. The Head of Reward, Systems and Services is responsible for designing, delivering, and managing the organisation's reward strategy to ensure it is competitive, fair, and aligned with business goals. This role covers compensation, benefits, recognition, and executive reward, ensuring that reward frameworks drive performance, engagement, and retention. In addition, the role oversees the people systems and HR services infrastructure, ensuring processes, technology, and service delivery are efficient, user-friendly, and enable a seamless employee experience. Who we are The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries. We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation's intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues. The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people. Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. Where possible, you will attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements. The role Reward Strategy & Design Develop and implement a comprehensive reward strategy that aligns with the Premier Leagues goals, culture, and values. Lead the design and review of base pay, bonus, incentives, and recognition programmes that drive performance and engagement. Design and maintain promotion frameworks that link progression to job evaluation, pay structures, and career pathways, ensuring consistency and fairness across the organisation. Ensure reward structures at head office remain competitive in the external market, balancing fairness, cost, and sustainability, whilst managing complexities of the shareholder/club expectations and requirements. Partner with Head of Talent and Finance to ensure reward supports broader talent management practices, workforce plans and financial planning strategies. Compensation & Benefits Management Oversee annual pay review, bonus cycles, and incentive plans. Evaluate and manage benefits offerings (pensions, health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits), ensuring value for employees and the business. Drive innovation in benefits to support employee wellbeing, inclusivity, and engagement. Operational Services (Payroll, Systems & Delivery) Lead payroll administration, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery in partnership with Finance/HR Operations. Own and optimise reward and payroll processes, ensuring integration with HRIS and payroll, data integrity, and operational efficiency. Manage relationships with external reward vendors and service providers (e.g. payroll, benefits, recognition platforms). Drive continuous improvement in operational services to enhance efficiency, governance, and employee experience. Executive & Senior Reward Partner with the Chief People Officer and Remuneration Committee on executive pay frameworks, including base pay, incentives, and long-term reward structures. Prepare and present papers and proposals for the Board/Remuneration Committee to evolve our reward strategy across the Premier League. Data, Insights & Governance Lead on market benchmarking, job evaluation, and reward analytics to provide insights and recommendations. Ensure all compensation, benefits, payroll, and reward services comply with employment law, tax, and regulatory requirements. Manage external reward surveys and relationships with providers/consultants. Ensure reward programmes are equitable, transparent, and support diversity and inclusion objectives. Monitor reward-related risks and provide assurance to senior leadership and the Board. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to the People Team and senior leaders on pay, benefits, and recognition decisions. Build strong partnerships with People Team and finance to ensure joined-up decision making. Support managers with guidance and tools to make fair, consistent pay and reward decisions. Requirements for the role Extensive experience in reward management, including compensation, benefits, recognition, and executive pay. Strong understanding of reward governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements, particularly in high-profile or regulated sectors. Proven expertise in using benchmarking tools, market data, and analytics to inform strategy and decision-making. Experience preparing and presenting reward proposals to senior executives, Board, or Remuneration Committees. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with credibility to advise C-suite leaders. Ability to navigate sensitive conversations around pay with discretion and diplomacy. Commercial acumen with the ability to balance competitiveness and cost-effectiveness. High integrity and judgement, able to manage highly confidential and sensitive information. Analytical, detail-oriented, and data-driven with the ability to simplify complex information. Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance. To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 10 December 2025. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact
Henry
We are looking for a Senior People Officer to join our National Support Team. You ll play a key role in shaping a positive, inclusive, values-driven culture and deliver excellent HR support across the charity. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join an innovative, supportive and purpose-driven team with opportunity for personal development and growth. Are you passionate about babies and young children having the best start in life? HENRY is a national charity that is making a real difference to the lives of young children and their families. We believe every child deserves a healthy, happy start and we work with communities across the UK to make that happen. Please go to the career page on our website for more information about the role. To apply please click on the 'apply now' button. Closing date for completed applications: 9 am Monday 15th December Task and interviews: At our office in Eynsham - date TBC Overview of role: The team: You will join our National Support Office team based in Eynsham, supporting our charitable work with families and professionals across the UK. The Senior People Officer is line managed by the Head of People who, together with outsourced support and advice, form the People function within HENRY. You will also work closely with our Finance team, IT Manager, CEO and people managers within the organisation. Work base and travel: This role works 3 days per week from our office in Eynsham (Tuesday Thursday) and two days per week remotely from home (Monday and Friday). Hours: This is a full-time role of 37.5hours per week. Employees can take advantage of our flexitime hours, choosing when to work their hours between 8am 6pm each day. Benefits package: Full time salary of £30,995.27, with opportunity for annual performance related pay increments 30 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays Flexitime hours and a flexible supportive approach to balancing work and life Enhanced Charity Sick Pay and family friendly leave (including 3 paid emergency dependants' leave days per year, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave) Access to a pension scheme with a matched employer contribution of up to 6% Employee Assistance Programme, giving free and confidential access to a variety of wellbeing support services. Job Purpose To manage and enhance HR processes, support governance and the Board of Trustees, and create a positive experience for our workforce aligned with our charities values, culture and aims. Key responsibilities Core HR processes Work alongside the Head of People to develop and implement our approach to HR Provide administrative support to the Board of Trustees Core office management processes Core People processes Maintain confidential personnel files for employees, casual workers, freelancers and volunteers. Oversee a quality recruitment process that aligns to organisational need, in line with the HENRY values. Onboard new employees, casual workers, freelancers and volunteers and support a quality induction. Oversee all processes linked to the employee lifecycle, including types of leave and processing leavers. Manage HR retention periods for records and maintain accurate records Be the first port of call for queries and support the Head of People in the breadth of issues and challenges that arise. Provide accurate and detailed information to our Finance team to support monthly payroll. Provide timely and accurate reports and insights Work alongside the Head of People to develop and implement our approach to HR Maintain up to date information on current employment legislation, communicating changes through policy and internal communications. Work alongside the Head of People to continually evolve our People practices to provide the best experience for all and help achieve our charitable mission and strategy Optimising the use and impact of our digital HR system Provide support to the Board of Trustees Arrange and coordinate Board meetings and Annual General Meetings. Work with the Chief Executive to prepare and circulate papers for Board meetings. Coordinate the recruitment, onboarding and ongoing development and training of Trustees. Liaise with Trustees, responding to requests for information. Support the implementation of Charitable Governance processes and legal compliance Core office management processes Act as the primary contact for office visitors and mail Organize and maintain office filing systems, both electronic and paper-based Manage office, kitchen, and bathroom supply inventories, placing orders as needed to ensure stock availability Undertake routine health and safety responsibilities, including: Weekly, monthly, and quarterly internal fire and legionella checks Conducting H&S inductions with new staff Supporting external contractors during visits Maintain a tidy, welcoming, and safe office environment. Attitudes, behaviour and values Build respectful relationships, understanding the impact of your behaviour on others and being willing to adapt it when necessary Work effectively as a member of the team by consulting and sharing information with colleagues, managing your time to meet deadlines and preparing for meetings Maintain clear and accurate records Communicate effectively with partners Comply with all organisational policies and procedures Model HENRY values Support own development through on-going reading, research and supervision This role requires a basic DBS check Person specification Qualifications Desirable: Relevant qualification (e.g. CIPD level 3 or 5) or higher education in a relevant subject Experience Essential: Proven experience working in a People/HR role Experience of conducting DBS/PVG checks and safer recruitment practices Experience with digital HR systems Desirable: Designing and implementing HR systems and processes Previous involvement in health and safety checks and procedures Working with a charitable organisation supporting governance and the board of trustees Experience as a Company Secretary Knowledge Essential Knowledge of core HR processes including recruitment Working knowledge of UK employment law Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint,Teams, Sharepoint) and confidence in learning new systems Desirable Knowledge of employee, casual worker, freelancer, volunteer and trustee relationships and legal differences Knowledge of UK GDPR and how to protect and manage data Skills and attitudes Essential Strong motivation to contribute to HENRY s work and commitment to organisational values Organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Professional and approachable manner, with strong interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team Strong organisational skills, able to work on own initiative and meet deadlines Ability to take the initiative, not only in identifying problems and opportunities, but also in suggesting and implementing solutions An eye for detail and a concern for accuracy, together with the ability to keep sight of the broad picture Willingness to undertake training
We are looking for a Senior People Officer to join our National Support Team. You ll play a key role in shaping a positive, inclusive, values-driven culture and deliver excellent HR support across the charity. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join an innovative, supportive and purpose-driven team with opportunity for personal development and growth. Are you passionate about babies and young children having the best start in life? HENRY is a national charity that is making a real difference to the lives of young children and their families. We believe every child deserves a healthy, happy start and we work with communities across the UK to make that happen. Please go to the career page on our website for more information about the role. To apply please click on the 'apply now' button. Closing date for completed applications: 9 am Monday 15th December Task and interviews: At our office in Eynsham - date TBC Overview of role: The team: You will join our National Support Office team based in Eynsham, supporting our charitable work with families and professionals across the UK. The Senior People Officer is line managed by the Head of People who, together with outsourced support and advice, form the People function within HENRY. You will also work closely with our Finance team, IT Manager, CEO and people managers within the organisation. Work base and travel: This role works 3 days per week from our office in Eynsham (Tuesday Thursday) and two days per week remotely from home (Monday and Friday). Hours: This is a full-time role of 37.5hours per week. Employees can take advantage of our flexitime hours, choosing when to work their hours between 8am 6pm each day. Benefits package: Full time salary of £30,995.27, with opportunity for annual performance related pay increments 30 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays Flexitime hours and a flexible supportive approach to balancing work and life Enhanced Charity Sick Pay and family friendly leave (including 3 paid emergency dependants' leave days per year, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave) Access to a pension scheme with a matched employer contribution of up to 6% Employee Assistance Programme, giving free and confidential access to a variety of wellbeing support services. Job Purpose To manage and enhance HR processes, support governance and the Board of Trustees, and create a positive experience for our workforce aligned with our charities values, culture and aims. Key responsibilities Core HR processes Work alongside the Head of People to develop and implement our approach to HR Provide administrative support to the Board of Trustees Core office management processes Core People processes Maintain confidential personnel files for employees, casual workers, freelancers and volunteers. Oversee a quality recruitment process that aligns to organisational need, in line with the HENRY values. Onboard new employees, casual workers, freelancers and volunteers and support a quality induction. Oversee all processes linked to the employee lifecycle, including types of leave and processing leavers. Manage HR retention periods for records and maintain accurate records Be the first port of call for queries and support the Head of People in the breadth of issues and challenges that arise. Provide accurate and detailed information to our Finance team to support monthly payroll. Provide timely and accurate reports and insights Work alongside the Head of People to develop and implement our approach to HR Maintain up to date information on current employment legislation, communicating changes through policy and internal communications. Work alongside the Head of People to continually evolve our People practices to provide the best experience for all and help achieve our charitable mission and strategy Optimising the use and impact of our digital HR system Provide support to the Board of Trustees Arrange and coordinate Board meetings and Annual General Meetings. Work with the Chief Executive to prepare and circulate papers for Board meetings. Coordinate the recruitment, onboarding and ongoing development and training of Trustees. Liaise with Trustees, responding to requests for information. Support the implementation of Charitable Governance processes and legal compliance Core office management processes Act as the primary contact for office visitors and mail Organize and maintain office filing systems, both electronic and paper-based Manage office, kitchen, and bathroom supply inventories, placing orders as needed to ensure stock availability Undertake routine health and safety responsibilities, including: Weekly, monthly, and quarterly internal fire and legionella checks Conducting H&S inductions with new staff Supporting external contractors during visits Maintain a tidy, welcoming, and safe office environment. Attitudes, behaviour and values Build respectful relationships, understanding the impact of your behaviour on others and being willing to adapt it when necessary Work effectively as a member of the team by consulting and sharing information with colleagues, managing your time to meet deadlines and preparing for meetings Maintain clear and accurate records Communicate effectively with partners Comply with all organisational policies and procedures Model HENRY values Support own development through on-going reading, research and supervision This role requires a basic DBS check Person specification Qualifications Desirable: Relevant qualification (e.g. CIPD level 3 or 5) or higher education in a relevant subject Experience Essential: Proven experience working in a People/HR role Experience of conducting DBS/PVG checks and safer recruitment practices Experience with digital HR systems Desirable: Designing and implementing HR systems and processes Previous involvement in health and safety checks and procedures Working with a charitable organisation supporting governance and the board of trustees Experience as a Company Secretary Knowledge Essential Knowledge of core HR processes including recruitment Working knowledge of UK employment law Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint,Teams, Sharepoint) and confidence in learning new systems Desirable Knowledge of employee, casual worker, freelancer, volunteer and trustee relationships and legal differences Knowledge of UK GDPR and how to protect and manage data Skills and attitudes Essential Strong motivation to contribute to HENRY s work and commitment to organisational values Organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Professional and approachable manner, with strong interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team Strong organisational skills, able to work on own initiative and meet deadlines Ability to take the initiative, not only in identifying problems and opportunities, but also in suggesting and implementing solutions An eye for detail and a concern for accuracy, together with the ability to keep sight of the broad picture Willingness to undertake training
