Location: Hybrid / Stratford, London, UK Job type: Permanent / Full-time Sector and subsector: Sales Business Development Salary: Competitive Salary Purpose of the role: Affinia is currently seeking a high calibre, dynamic and energetic individual to join the firm at an Executive level within our newly created Business Development team. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional client service, developing long-term relationships, and driving value beyond compliance. We are now looking to strengthen our growth strategy with a commercially minded Business Development professional who can drive revenue, deepen client relationships, and identify new market opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity which offers the chance to make a real impact on the future of the Affinia group as we continue our growth journey. The role will involve working closely across all Service Lines on a range of existing and new clients, collaborating with different teams and locations across the firm to drive forward business growth. The role can be based from any of our 17 offices but will have frequent travel to all office locations in the East and South East of the UK. Accountabilities: The role combines relationship management with proactive business development, including: Client Growth & Cross-Selling Maintain and develop strong relationships with existing clients to maximize revenue opportunities. Identify cross selling opportunities across audit, tax, accounting, payroll, corporate finance, and other service lines. Work with client facing teams to ensure proposals align with client needs and commercial opportunities. New Business Development Driving new business growth through structured pipelines and measurable KPIs. Research and target prospective clients. Conduct and organise outreach, including telephone campaigns, email campaigns, Social Media, and networking, to generate new business. Collaborate with C suite, Directors and Service Line heads to identify and pursue commercial opportunities. Work closely with directors and service line heads to align business development strategies with firm objectives. Coach and upskill fee earners on spotting commercial opportunities, client engagement, and consultative selling. Provide regular reporting and analysis on BD performance, market trends, and competitor activity. Brand & Market Presence Represent the firm at events, networking opportunities, and client meetings. Support thought leadership initiatives to enhance the firm's reputation in target markets. This is a pivotal role for the firm's growth, requiring both strategic thinking and hands on execution. Skills / Qualifications: Experience & Knowledge Proven track record in business development, preferably in professional services or an accountancy practice. Experience managing and expanding client relationships, with both warm and cold sales exposure. Knowledge of the accountancy sector, client challenges, and service offerings is highly desirable. Familiarity with CRM systems and reporting metrics. Strong commercial acumen and ability to identify growth opportunities. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Self motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively. Strategic thinker with strong planning and organisational skills. Comfortable with cold outreach while maintaining professionalism and relationship focus. Culture & Core Benefits Opportunity to purchase 3 extra days holiday per year. Professional membership support. Paycare - claim money back for Dental / Optical / Professional Therapies. Dress for your Diary Policy. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Affinia is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion, or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Apply for this position First Name Last Name E mail LinkedIn profile Phone Location CV file Do you have the right to work in the UK? Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment? What is your current notice period? Desired employment type (full time, part time, internship, contract) Do you have any accounting or finance related qualifications? (e.g. AAT, ATT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CTA etc) How have you heard about this position? What are your current salary expectations for this role? Have you been referred to this job by a current Affinia employee? No Yes The administrator of your data is Affinia with its registered office in London, UK, E20 1HZ, at Westfield Avenue. The data is collected for the purposes of recruitment for the position given in the advertisement, it can also be processed in future recruitment processes with your additional consent. Providing personal information is voluntary. You have the right to access the data, correct or delete it. Detailed information on the processing of personal data by Affinia can be found in the principles of data processing in Cezanne Recruitment and our Privacy Policy. I agree to the processing of my personal data by Affinia for the purposes of this recruitment process for the position specified in the advertisement. I consent to the processing of my personal data by Affinia for the purposes of future recruitment processes. By applying to this job you accept the Privacy Policy
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Location: Hybrid / Stratford, London, UK Job type: Permanent / Full-time Sector and subsector: Sales Business Development Salary: Competitive Salary Purpose of the role: Affinia is currently seeking a high calibre, dynamic and energetic individual to join the firm at an Executive level within our newly created Business Development team. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional client service, developing long-term relationships, and driving value beyond compliance. We are now looking to strengthen our growth strategy with a commercially minded Business Development professional who can drive revenue, deepen client relationships, and identify new market opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity which offers the chance to make a real impact on the future of the Affinia group as we continue our growth journey. The role will involve working closely across all Service Lines on a range of existing and new clients, collaborating with different teams and locations across the firm to drive forward business growth. The role can be based from any of our 17 offices but will have frequent travel to all office locations in the East and South East of the UK. Accountabilities: The role combines relationship management with proactive business development, including: Client Growth & Cross-Selling Maintain and develop strong relationships with existing clients to maximize revenue opportunities. Identify cross selling opportunities across audit, tax, accounting, payroll, corporate finance, and other service lines. Work with client facing teams to ensure proposals align with client needs and commercial opportunities. New Business Development Driving new business growth through structured pipelines and measurable KPIs. Research and target prospective clients. Conduct and organise outreach, including telephone campaigns, email campaigns, Social Media, and networking, to generate new business. Collaborate with C suite, Directors and Service Line heads to identify and pursue commercial opportunities. Work closely with directors and service line heads to align business development strategies with firm objectives. Coach and upskill fee earners on spotting commercial opportunities, client engagement, and consultative selling. Provide regular reporting and analysis on BD performance, market trends, and competitor activity. Brand & Market Presence Represent the firm at events, networking opportunities, and client meetings. Support thought leadership initiatives to enhance the firm's reputation in target markets. This is a pivotal role for the firm's growth, requiring both strategic thinking and hands on execution. Skills / Qualifications: Experience & Knowledge Proven track record in business development, preferably in professional services or an accountancy practice. Experience managing and expanding client relationships, with both warm and cold sales exposure. Knowledge of the accountancy sector, client challenges, and service offerings is highly desirable. Familiarity with CRM systems and reporting metrics. Strong commercial acumen and ability to identify growth opportunities. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Self motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively. Strategic thinker with strong planning and organisational skills. Comfortable with cold outreach while maintaining professionalism and relationship focus. Culture & Core Benefits Opportunity to purchase 3 extra days holiday per year. Professional membership support. Paycare - claim money back for Dental / Optical / Professional Therapies. Dress for your Diary Policy. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Affinia is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion, or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit. Apply for this position First Name Last Name E mail LinkedIn profile Phone Location CV file Do you have the right to work in the UK? Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment? What is your current notice period? Desired employment type (full time, part time, internship, contract) Do you have any accounting or finance related qualifications? (e.g. AAT, ATT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CTA etc) How have you heard about this position? What are your current salary expectations for this role? Have you been referred to this job by a current Affinia employee? No Yes The administrator of your data is Affinia with its registered office in London, UK, E20 1HZ, at Westfield Avenue. The data is collected for the purposes of recruitment for the position given in the advertisement, it can also be processed in future recruitment processes with your additional consent. Providing personal information is voluntary. You have the right to access the data, correct or delete it. Detailed information on the processing of personal data by Affinia can be found in the principles of data processing in Cezanne Recruitment and our Privacy Policy. I agree to the processing of my personal data by Affinia for the purposes of this recruitment process for the position specified in the advertisement. I consent to the processing of my personal data by Affinia for the purposes of future recruitment processes. By applying to this job you accept the Privacy Policy
Summary: Are you seeking a team that shares your passion for providing excellent customer service? Are you a determined individual? Do you enjoy setting goals for yourself? If so, this is a chance you won't want to pass up This is a critical position within our fast-paced, friendly, and award-winning Customer Service team. You understand your customer's point of view and make them feel important. Your warmth, passion, and commitment will assist us in getting it right the first time for our customers. No two days are the same. You'll help customers with water bills, refunds, payment plans, and occupant changes. You'll also be helpful if they have problems with their water supply. You enjoy working towards targets, love problem solving, and take satisfaction in delivering the best solutions possible. The salary is £24,810.59. We also offer bonuses for meeting targets. You can earn an extra £3,000 on average and up to £6,300 in total. Monday through Friday, 08:00 - 19:00, and Saturday, 08:00 - 13:00. You'll be assigned to a shift pattern that includes one Saturday every six weeks. The rotas are created in advance so that you can plan. Previous call centre experienceis preferred but not required. Ideally, you'll have experience in a customer facing or customer focused position. You're eager to learn and respond well to feedback. We provide thorough induction training, ongoing coaching, and the support and encouragement you need to get started well. In our vibrant, friendlycall centre, you'll find plenty to do, including regular competitions, rewards, team nights, social events, and paid volunteering days to support issues you care about. This position offers numerous prospects for progression. For example, most of our management began their careers as Customer Service Advisors. You'll have the opportunity to move throughout the department to learn new skills and try out for other roles. As a result, now is a perfect opportunity to launch a successful career and contribute to the success of our Customer Service team. Main responsibilities: Provide an excellent customer experience by being flexible to resolve all customer contacts within the company timescales and contribute to customer satisfaction score. Maintain focus on meeting targets and adhere to business processes, data protection, regulatory compliance and attendance. Build relationships with peers and colleagues to enhance the team working environment, resolve customer problems and ensure successful productivity. Proactively use information and resources to ensure that skills and knowledge are kept up to date and continuously developed. Attend and contribute to team meetings with team, peers and colleagues. To be available to support the business in peak periods by covering post room and reception duties and by being part of a standby rota emergency periods. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Commitment to providing excellent customer service Dedication to finding the best solutions to problems Excellent computer abilities Outstanding writing and vocal communication abilities It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Previous customer service / call centre experience would be advantageous Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £24,810.59 starting salary + bonus
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
Summary: Are you seeking a team that shares your passion for providing excellent customer service? Are you a determined individual? Do you enjoy setting goals for yourself? If so, this is a chance you won't want to pass up This is a critical position within our fast-paced, friendly, and award-winning Customer Service team. You understand your customer's point of view and make them feel important. Your warmth, passion, and commitment will assist us in getting it right the first time for our customers. No two days are the same. You'll help customers with water bills, refunds, payment plans, and occupant changes. You'll also be helpful if they have problems with their water supply. You enjoy working towards targets, love problem solving, and take satisfaction in delivering the best solutions possible. The salary is £24,810.59. We also offer bonuses for meeting targets. You can earn an extra £3,000 on average and up to £6,300 in total. Monday through Friday, 08:00 - 19:00, and Saturday, 08:00 - 13:00. You'll be assigned to a shift pattern that includes one Saturday every six weeks. The rotas are created in advance so that you can plan. Previous call centre experienceis preferred but not required. Ideally, you'll have experience in a customer facing or customer focused position. You're eager to learn and respond well to feedback. We provide thorough induction training, ongoing coaching, and the support and encouragement you need to get started well. In our vibrant, friendlycall centre, you'll find plenty to do, including regular competitions, rewards, team nights, social events, and paid volunteering days to support issues you care about. This position offers numerous prospects for progression. For example, most of our management began their careers as Customer Service Advisors. You'll have the opportunity to move throughout the department to learn new skills and try out for other roles. As a result, now is a perfect opportunity to launch a successful career and contribute to the success of our Customer Service team. Main responsibilities: Provide an excellent customer experience by being flexible to resolve all customer contacts within the company timescales and contribute to customer satisfaction score. Maintain focus on meeting targets and adhere to business processes, data protection, regulatory compliance and attendance. Build relationships with peers and colleagues to enhance the team working environment, resolve customer problems and ensure successful productivity. Proactively use information and resources to ensure that skills and knowledge are kept up to date and continuously developed. Attend and contribute to team meetings with team, peers and colleagues. To be available to support the business in peak periods by covering post room and reception duties and by being part of a standby rota emergency periods. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Commitment to providing excellent customer service Dedication to finding the best solutions to problems Excellent computer abilities Outstanding writing and vocal communication abilities It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Previous customer service / call centre experience would be advantageous Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £24,810.59 starting salary + bonus
Required for: April 2026 or June 2026 Location: Dean's Yard - Westminster School Contract: part-time (term time only), permanent. Approximately 7 hours per week required. Salary: £50.41 per hour The deadline for applications is midday on Tuesday 3rd March 2026. Interviews will take place in person on Friday 13th March 2026. We are seeking to appoint a Head of Woodwind to oversee the development of all wind players in the School. The successful applicant will be an outstanding musician and educator, and an inspirational communicator with a willingness to be part of a friendly and supportive team. They will be adaptable in their approach, with the ability to work across a variety of musical styles, both with those pupils who are exceptionally talented and with those who are less advanced. The Head of Woodwind will have the opportunity, where possible, to coach and direct both chamber groups and larger ensembles whilst overseeing the administration of the Woodwind Department. They should provide pupils with the opportunity to play in ensembles at an early stage in their development and take a leading role in encouraging meaningful progress throughout a pupil's time at the School. This should apply in equal measure both to those pupils who are exceptionally talented and to those who are less advanced. This is a part time position, and hours may vary from term to term. Responsibilities Continued development of woodwind playing within the School (regardless of whether pupils learn in school or externally) Identifying further ways to encourage the next generation of woodwind players to apply to the School Working with the local community e.g. organising opportunities for woodwind players to perform at local primary schools or at local venues such as The Guards' Chapel Monitoring the progress all woodwind pupils within the School Communicating with woodwind pupils in person and electronically via email, intranet, MS Teams etc. Allocating woodwind pupils to woodwind teachers Assisting the Director of Music in the appointment of new woodwind teachers Communicating with woodwind teachers and full time members of the Music Department Liaising with woodwind teachers with regard to pupils' practice routines, departmental pedagogy, performance opportunities etc. Checking all woodwind teacher instrumental reports (twice a year) and adding Head of Section comments where appropriate Communicating with woodwind teachers regarding pupils' specific orchestral repertoire practice Overseeing the progress of all woodwind ensembles Allocation of woodwind pupils to ensembles Planning and sourcing repertoire for woodwind ensembles Direction of larger woodwind ensembles Coaching of chamber music Weekly attendance and participation in symphony orchestra rehearsals Sectional coaching of the symphony orchestra Marking up of orchestral parts (e.g. transpositions, breathing, editing etc.) as agreed in advance with the Director of Music Preparation / reproduction of practice parts Preparation of orchestral / ensemble folders to allow for use in instrumental lessons Booking extra woodwind players for rehearsals / concerts / performances in conjunction with the Director of Music Overseeing the maintenance of school woodwind instruments and updating the woodwind inventory once a term Submitting annual woodwind inventory with termly checks Assisting with the maintenance of woodwind related orchestral and chamber music libraries Contributing to a weekly departmental meeting, attended by all Heads of Section Organising and administrating an annual Woodwind Masterclass Good working knowledge of the Music Database on school intranet To sit on the panel for the annual 13+ and 16+ Music Award audition The Head of Woodwind is required, for extra remuneration, to attend additional rehearsals and concerts as agreed with the Director of Music in advance. Where applicable, the Head of Woodwind may also teach pupils as a self employed member of the visiting music staff (VMT). Hours of Work The Head of Woodwind will be employed for approximately 7 hours per week, term time only. This includes: One hour for the weekly departmental meeting (Wednesday, 11:00) Symphony Orchestra Rehearsal (Wednesdays, 16:30 - 18:00) Coaching chamber groups This post is subject to a 6 month probation period. Music at Westminster Music plays an integral part in life at Westminster, where pupils are encouraged to learn and participate as fully as possible in a weekly routine of rehearsals, recitals and concerts. Many internationally renowned musicians have been educated at the School, including Henry Purcell, Adrian Boult, Roger Norrington, Ian Bostridge, George Benjamin, Julian Anderson, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Gavin Rossdale, Mika, Dido and members of the band Clean Bandit. Westminster musicians regularly attend the junior departments at the Royal Academy, Royal College and Guildhall, and a good number are members of ensembles such as the National Youth Choirs and Orchestras of Great Britain. Up to fifteen music awards are awarded each year across 13+ and 16+. Academic Music standards are very high and the teaching of Composition is excellent. Facilities The Manoukian Music Centre is fully equipped with Rehearsal/Performing Hall, Recording Studio, classrooms, practice rooms, rehearsal rooms and instrument storage. The Manoukian Centre Recital Hall houses both a Steinway C and a Yamaha C7, and the School Hall houses a Steinway D. Concerts take place annually at Smith Square Hall and at either the Royal Festival Hall or the Barbican. The location of the School allows unrivalled opportunities to attend musical performances on the South Bank and in the West End. Instrumental and Vocal Music Around 30 instrumental and vocal ensembles rehearse each week, including choirs, a symphony orchestra, a concert band, string orchestras, and numerous brass, wind and percussion ensembles and jazz ensembles. Staff A team of 40 visiting teachers provides instrumental and vocal tuition coordinated by Heads of Brass, Piano, Popular Music and Jazz, Singing, Strings and Woodwind, and a School Organist. The teaching staff is supported by an administrative staff of three and by a Sound and Events Technician. There are currently six woodwind teachers within the Woodwind Department, teaching flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon. Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation. Safeguarding and Child Protection Westminster School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Working at Westminster Westminster School is a busy, purposeful and vibrant place to be and an excellent workplace. The community is made up of around 750 pupils, 120 teaching staff and 108 support staff. Our staff are friendly and welcoming, and all newcomers quickly become part of the rhythm of life here. There is a real sense of community here as, being a boarding school many members of staff and pupils live on site and the School's premises are very much treated as a home away from home. School life starts before breakfast and continues way beyond the working day; as a result, there is always a lively atmosphere in and around School and always someone to share a tea and biscuit with in the Common Room. Support staff as much as teaching staff are encouraged to embrace the School's day to day activities, whether that be attending an evening concert or a morning service in the Abbey. At Westminster we will always select the best candidate for every position. We do know, however, that we can only truly choose the best person on every occasion if a broad and diverse pool of candidates see the job advertised and are encouraged to apply. As such, we continue to work on how our job roles are encountered, and particularly welcome applications from groups who have traditionally been underrepresented here. Westminster School is for everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We hope you are encouraged to apply. The School Westminster School is an independent day and boarding school for boys aged 13-18 and girls aged 16-18, with a long history, a distinctive ethos, and a unique sense of place in the very heart of London. Pupils achieve exceptional examination results and entrance to some of the top universities in the world. It is a busy, passionate and purposeful place where independent and deep thinking is enjoyed, encouraged and respected by all, and where holistic excellence is nurtured and valued. While the School is one of the foremost centres of academic excellence in the country, its commitment to academic life does not make it a hothouse for passing examinations. Pupils' success at examinations and entry to leading universities is instead a result of their enjoyment of academic enquiry . click apply for full job details
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Required for: April 2026 or June 2026 Location: Dean's Yard - Westminster School Contract: part-time (term time only), permanent. Approximately 7 hours per week required. Salary: £50.41 per hour The deadline for applications is midday on Tuesday 3rd March 2026. Interviews will take place in person on Friday 13th March 2026. We are seeking to appoint a Head of Woodwind to oversee the development of all wind players in the School. The successful applicant will be an outstanding musician and educator, and an inspirational communicator with a willingness to be part of a friendly and supportive team. They will be adaptable in their approach, with the ability to work across a variety of musical styles, both with those pupils who are exceptionally talented and with those who are less advanced. The Head of Woodwind will have the opportunity, where possible, to coach and direct both chamber groups and larger ensembles whilst overseeing the administration of the Woodwind Department. They should provide pupils with the opportunity to play in ensembles at an early stage in their development and take a leading role in encouraging meaningful progress throughout a pupil's time at the School. This should apply in equal measure both to those pupils who are exceptionally talented and to those who are less advanced. This is a part time position, and hours may vary from term to term. Responsibilities Continued development of woodwind playing within the School (regardless of whether pupils learn in school or externally) Identifying further ways to encourage the next generation of woodwind players to apply to the School Working with the local community e.g. organising opportunities for woodwind players to perform at local primary schools or at local venues such as The Guards' Chapel Monitoring the progress all woodwind pupils within the School Communicating with woodwind pupils in person and electronically via email, intranet, MS Teams etc. Allocating woodwind pupils to woodwind teachers Assisting the Director of Music in the appointment of new woodwind teachers Communicating with woodwind teachers and full time members of the Music Department Liaising with woodwind teachers with regard to pupils' practice routines, departmental pedagogy, performance opportunities etc. Checking all woodwind teacher instrumental reports (twice a year) and adding Head of Section comments where appropriate Communicating with woodwind teachers regarding pupils' specific orchestral repertoire practice Overseeing the progress of all woodwind ensembles Allocation of woodwind pupils to ensembles Planning and sourcing repertoire for woodwind ensembles Direction of larger woodwind ensembles Coaching of chamber music Weekly attendance and participation in symphony orchestra rehearsals Sectional coaching of the symphony orchestra Marking up of orchestral parts (e.g. transpositions, breathing, editing etc.) as agreed in advance with the Director of Music Preparation / reproduction of practice parts Preparation of orchestral / ensemble folders to allow for use in instrumental lessons Booking extra woodwind players for rehearsals / concerts / performances in conjunction with the Director of Music Overseeing the maintenance of school woodwind instruments and updating the woodwind inventory once a term Submitting annual woodwind inventory with termly checks Assisting with the maintenance of woodwind related orchestral and chamber music libraries Contributing to a weekly departmental meeting, attended by all Heads of Section Organising and administrating an annual Woodwind Masterclass Good working knowledge of the Music Database on school intranet To sit on the panel for the annual 13+ and 16+ Music Award audition The Head of Woodwind is required, for extra remuneration, to attend additional rehearsals and concerts as agreed with the Director of Music in advance. Where applicable, the Head of Woodwind may also teach pupils as a self employed member of the visiting music staff (VMT). Hours of Work The Head of Woodwind will be employed for approximately 7 hours per week, term time only. This includes: One hour for the weekly departmental meeting (Wednesday, 11:00) Symphony Orchestra Rehearsal (Wednesdays, 16:30 - 18:00) Coaching chamber groups This post is subject to a 6 month probation period. Music at Westminster Music plays an integral part in life at Westminster, where pupils are encouraged to learn and participate as fully as possible in a weekly routine of rehearsals, recitals and concerts. Many internationally renowned musicians have been educated at the School, including Henry Purcell, Adrian Boult, Roger Norrington, Ian Bostridge, George Benjamin, Julian Anderson, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Gavin Rossdale, Mika, Dido and members of the band Clean Bandit. Westminster musicians regularly attend the junior departments at the Royal Academy, Royal College and Guildhall, and a good number are members of ensembles such as the National Youth Choirs and Orchestras of Great Britain. Up to fifteen music awards are awarded each year across 13+ and 16+. Academic Music standards are very high and the teaching of Composition is excellent. Facilities The Manoukian Music Centre is fully equipped with Rehearsal/Performing Hall, Recording Studio, classrooms, practice rooms, rehearsal rooms and instrument storage. The Manoukian Centre Recital Hall houses both a Steinway C and a Yamaha C7, and the School Hall houses a Steinway D. Concerts take place annually at Smith Square Hall and at either the Royal Festival Hall or the Barbican. The location of the School allows unrivalled opportunities to attend musical performances on the South Bank and in the West End. Instrumental and Vocal Music Around 30 instrumental and vocal ensembles rehearse each week, including choirs, a symphony orchestra, a concert band, string orchestras, and numerous brass, wind and percussion ensembles and jazz ensembles. Staff A team of 40 visiting teachers provides instrumental and vocal tuition coordinated by Heads of Brass, Piano, Popular Music and Jazz, Singing, Strings and Woodwind, and a School Organist. The teaching staff is supported by an administrative staff of three and by a Sound and Events Technician. There are currently six woodwind teachers within the Woodwind Department, teaching flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon. Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation. Safeguarding and Child Protection Westminster School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Working at Westminster Westminster School is a busy, purposeful and vibrant place to be and an excellent workplace. The community is made up of around 750 pupils, 120 teaching staff and 108 support staff. Our staff are friendly and welcoming, and all newcomers quickly become part of the rhythm of life here. There is a real sense of community here as, being a boarding school many members of staff and pupils live on site and the School's premises are very much treated as a home away from home. School life starts before breakfast and continues way beyond the working day; as a result, there is always a lively atmosphere in and around School and always someone to share a tea and biscuit with in the Common Room. Support staff as much as teaching staff are encouraged to embrace the School's day to day activities, whether that be attending an evening concert or a morning service in the Abbey. At Westminster we will always select the best candidate for every position. We do know, however, that we can only truly choose the best person on every occasion if a broad and diverse pool of candidates see the job advertised and are encouraged to apply. As such, we continue to work on how our job roles are encountered, and particularly welcome applications from groups who have traditionally been underrepresented here. Westminster School is for everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We hope you are encouraged to apply. The School Westminster School is an independent day and boarding school for boys aged 13-18 and girls aged 16-18, with a long history, a distinctive ethos, and a unique sense of place in the very heart of London. Pupils achieve exceptional examination results and entrance to some of the top universities in the world. It is a busy, passionate and purposeful place where independent and deep thinking is enjoyed, encouraged and respected by all, and where holistic excellence is nurtured and valued. While the School is one of the foremost centres of academic excellence in the country, its commitment to academic life does not make it a hothouse for passing examinations. Pupils' success at examinations and entry to leading universities is instead a result of their enjoyment of academic enquiry . click apply for full job details
Head of People - Northern Europe The Head of People is the People Partner to the President of the Northern Europe business, working with them and their leadership teams to deliver comprehensive support whilst creating and leading projects and strategic transformation initiatives that produces maximum value and output from employees so that the business delivers what is required of them to achieve its overall targets and business plans. The Head of People will be the coach, challenger, partner and trusted advisor to the President and Leadership Team. The incumbent will be an innovative thinker, focused on creating and delivering a People strategy that adds measurable value in key areas such as talent and development, learning and development, employee engagement, employer brand and People practices and policies, all of which focus on delivering exceptional customer outcomes. In addition, the incumbent will lead the People stream in important areas including M&A integrations, new wins and transitions, restructure programmes, cultural and organisational development programmes. Effective delivery in the Head of People role requires the incumbent to interface with local/regional leaders and the local/central People Function. The Head of People will work with the leadership team to embed a culture based on CBRE's RISE values which underpins high-performance, fairness, teamwork, growth and people development to achieve our vision and targets. The incumbent is a leader who understands the demands of driving a talent led business and therefore brings industry leading thinking across all areas of the People discipline to advance the People agenda and ultimately positions CBRE as a market-leading employer which provides a unique 'edge' when we are bidding for and retaining customers. To be successful the Head of People will be a visible and vocal leader, not afraid to be innovative or disruptive to achieve the best outcomes. At all times the Head of People will act with the highest amounts of integrity and professional standards. What You'll Do Analytics/Ai Use data and fact-based analysis to anticipate talent needs and provide insights to the business for competitive decision making Change Management Act as a change expert, making sure that employee engagement and communication is at the core of change programmes and supporting leaders in delivering change through people. Drive leaders to continuously challenge their structures so that they are constantly aligned to current business needs; support leaders in developing their structures to this end. Take the lead in managing works councils, trade unions or similar stakeholders/parties representing employee interests in the workplace. Culture Create and deliver initiatives that preserve and develop the organisational and regional culture Constantly review and assess the culture of the organisation through active, vocal engagement with leaders and managers and take any steps necessary to maintain CBRE's culture and RISE values Employee Engagement and Experience Lead the implementation and delivery of CBRE's employee engagement survey process and own the associated action plans following the survey Internal Stakeholders Contribute to the leadership team and act as a commercially astute business partner, coaching and challenging stakeholders where necessary so that their teams produce the outcomes required to deliver the business plan. Work with the President and leaders to deliver a compelling employee value proposition that differentiates us in the marketplace and supports/reinforces CBRE as an employer of choice. Build and maintain regular, high-quality contact with key internal stakeholders. Leadership Understand what is required in each area of the business and develop people plans that focus on the delivery of those outcomes. Provide leadership on People policies and processes, policy development (in line with country practices) and strategic implementation in support of achieving business plans and growth. Provide insight and practices from outside of CBRE to stretch internal thinking/practices and advise internal users on current and future market capabilities. Be visible and accessible to stakeholders and employees. As part of the People Leadership Team contribute to the broader leadership of People in AMS Ensure that the business is always compliant with internal policy requirements and external legal requirements and take all steps necessary to make sure this always remains the case. People Support Deliver People support that effectively meets the day-to-day requirements of the business. Provide tailored support in areas such as recruitment, employee relations and performance management whilst making sure that line managers are owning the delivery of all outcomes related to people management. Work closely with People Shared Services and Centres of Excellence to ensure business needs are met and a seamless, collaborative service is delivered to internal stakeholders by the whole People function. People Team Attract, recruit and retain members of the People Team and provide mentoring and career development. Motivate and lead the People Team and create a high-performance, delivery-based culture. Deliver active and regular communication to ensure business requirements are understood. Actively foster a culture of 'one team' across the network. Success in this role will be measured through defined targets as follows: Delivery of business revenue, profit targets, cashflow and other financial objectives as a key member of the leadership team Alignment across the region to the Local Operating Model Effective succession planning that develops and retains talent, measured through low attrition and high employee engagement scores Talent development and retention targets Achievement of the GWS Local NE business plan and People Team Roadmaps Why CBRE CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at (url removed). Our Values in Hiring At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Head of People - Northern Europe The Head of People is the People Partner to the President of the Northern Europe business, working with them and their leadership teams to deliver comprehensive support whilst creating and leading projects and strategic transformation initiatives that produces maximum value and output from employees so that the business delivers what is required of them to achieve its overall targets and business plans. The Head of People will be the coach, challenger, partner and trusted advisor to the President and Leadership Team. The incumbent will be an innovative thinker, focused on creating and delivering a People strategy that adds measurable value in key areas such as talent and development, learning and development, employee engagement, employer brand and People practices and policies, all of which focus on delivering exceptional customer outcomes. In addition, the incumbent will lead the People stream in important areas including M&A integrations, new wins and transitions, restructure programmes, cultural and organisational development programmes. Effective delivery in the Head of People role requires the incumbent to interface with local/regional leaders and the local/central People Function. The Head of People will work with the leadership team to embed a culture based on CBRE's RISE values which underpins high-performance, fairness, teamwork, growth and people development to achieve our vision and targets. The incumbent is a leader who understands the demands of driving a talent led business and therefore brings industry leading thinking across all areas of the People discipline to advance the People agenda and ultimately positions CBRE as a market-leading employer which provides a unique 'edge' when we are bidding for and retaining customers. To be successful the Head of People will be a visible and vocal leader, not afraid to be innovative or disruptive to achieve the best outcomes. At all times the Head of People will act with the highest amounts of integrity and professional standards. What You'll Do Analytics/Ai Use data and fact-based analysis to anticipate talent needs and provide insights to the business for competitive decision making Change Management Act as a change expert, making sure that employee engagement and communication is at the core of change programmes and supporting leaders in delivering change through people. Drive leaders to continuously challenge their structures so that they are constantly aligned to current business needs; support leaders in developing their structures to this end. Take the lead in managing works councils, trade unions or similar stakeholders/parties representing employee interests in the workplace. Culture Create and deliver initiatives that preserve and develop the organisational and regional culture Constantly review and assess the culture of the organisation through active, vocal engagement with leaders and managers and take any steps necessary to maintain CBRE's culture and RISE values Employee Engagement and Experience Lead the implementation and delivery of CBRE's employee engagement survey process and own the associated action plans following the survey Internal Stakeholders Contribute to the leadership team and act as a commercially astute business partner, coaching and challenging stakeholders where necessary so that their teams produce the outcomes required to deliver the business plan. Work with the President and leaders to deliver a compelling employee value proposition that differentiates us in the marketplace and supports/reinforces CBRE as an employer of choice. Build and maintain regular, high-quality contact with key internal stakeholders. Leadership Understand what is required in each area of the business and develop people plans that focus on the delivery of those outcomes. Provide leadership on People policies and processes, policy development (in line with country practices) and strategic implementation in support of achieving business plans and growth. Provide insight and practices from outside of CBRE to stretch internal thinking/practices and advise internal users on current and future market capabilities. Be visible and accessible to stakeholders and employees. As part of the People Leadership Team contribute to the broader leadership of People in AMS Ensure that the business is always compliant with internal policy requirements and external legal requirements and take all steps necessary to make sure this always remains the case. People Support Deliver People support that effectively meets the day-to-day requirements of the business. Provide tailored support in areas such as recruitment, employee relations and performance management whilst making sure that line managers are owning the delivery of all outcomes related to people management. Work closely with People Shared Services and Centres of Excellence to ensure business needs are met and a seamless, collaborative service is delivered to internal stakeholders by the whole People function. People Team Attract, recruit and retain members of the People Team and provide mentoring and career development. Motivate and lead the People Team and create a high-performance, delivery-based culture. Deliver active and regular communication to ensure business requirements are understood. Actively foster a culture of 'one team' across the network. Success in this role will be measured through defined targets as follows: Delivery of business revenue, profit targets, cashflow and other financial objectives as a key member of the leadership team Alignment across the region to the Local Operating Model Effective succession planning that develops and retains talent, measured through low attrition and high employee engagement scores Talent development and retention targets Achievement of the GWS Local NE business plan and People Team Roadmaps Why CBRE CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at (url removed). Our Values in Hiring At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
