Role: Sales Specialist Rate: £ inside IR35 per day Location: Manchester, Birmingham or London 3 days onsite with 2 WFH Duration: Until 31/01/2026 initially The Sales Specialist (Migrations) reports to the Senior Sales Manager of the Secure Workforce solutions team. You'll be responsible for aligning closely with the Account Management function to build strategic migration plans; build strong relationships with customers; develop pipeline; and successfully achieve migration targets. What you'll be doing * Successfully developing and driving migration and cease plans with Account Managers, using agreed methodologies, to future-proof existing business. * Driving timely migration and cease plans within customer base. * Managing pipeline in line with target to ensure correct cover. * Developing and maintaining an accurate forecast and qualified/robust pipeline. * Understanding and driving the migration from traditional services to new core propositions. Please send your latest CV LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
Role: Sales Specialist Rate: £ inside IR35 per day Location: Manchester, Birmingham or London 3 days onsite with 2 WFH Duration: Until 31/01/2026 initially The Sales Specialist (Migrations) reports to the Senior Sales Manager of the Secure Workforce solutions team. You'll be responsible for aligning closely with the Account Management function to build strategic migration plans; build strong relationships with customers; develop pipeline; and successfully achieve migration targets. What you'll be doing * Successfully developing and driving migration and cease plans with Account Managers, using agreed methodologies, to future-proof existing business. * Driving timely migration and cease plans within customer base. * Managing pipeline in line with target to ensure correct cover. * Developing and maintaining an accurate forecast and qualified/robust pipeline. * Understanding and driving the migration from traditional services to new core propositions. Please send your latest CV LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry Cornwall South West Department: Technical Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Exeter, Devon Date Posted: 29.07.2025 We have a new opportunity for an Adoptions Manager to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Exeter office. As our Adoptions Manager, you will be responsible for the maintenance and timely and cost-efficient adoption of completed estate roads, sewers, pumping stations and public open spaces. You will work with the Engineering Manager to develop technical agreements during technical approval. Additionally, to engage and work with Build and Commercial teams towards the end of project development to ensure timely completion of works, sign-off and to reduce the occurrence of errors and barriers to adoption/hand-over. You will maintain the company, group and technical project bonds and sectional agreement trackers and report on outstanding bonds and overrun costs and timescales. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Relevant experience in a similar position with a recognised housing developer or Highway/Drainage Authority Experience/in-depth knowledge of estate road and sewer construction & inspection Understanding of Highway & Water Industry standards Computer literate with a good knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel and Word Accurate with an eye for detail Able to work under pressure and to deadlines An awareness of the impact of work on the business and residents of developments Sound commercial awareness Good negotiation skills Decision making/problem solving/multi-tasking Able to influence and persuade others to their point of view A good communicator/listener Team player able to communicate with internal and external stakeholders / colleagues Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - A Civil Engineering related qualification i.e. Degree, HND or HNC More about the Adoptions Manager role Work with the Build & Commercial Departments to ensure a timely sign-off/handover for roads and sewers Whenever possible, attend sites during infrastructure works/activities and identify/record issues, monitor quality and provide positive feedback or raise concerns with the build team and/or contractors Ensure CCTV Surveys, As-Built Surveys, etc. are provided by the relevant supply chain and submitted for approval to the adoption authority or approved body. Commission and/or provide responses to Road Safety Audits to achieve sign-off Liaise with the Engineering and Technical Managers to ensure that infrastructure agreements (S278, S38, S104, S185) and Deeds are in place to facilitate the timely sign-off of works. Investigate barriers to adoption of Legacy Sites and explore and pursue solutions with adopting authorities Provide assistance and guidance to the Technical Department with respect to preparation of Adoption Plans, Deed Plans, Agreements and statutory processes inline with instruction form line manager Prepare and issue Highway H&S Files to adopting authorities Work with the Technical Managers to assist Managing external consultants to assist with adoptions as required including their performance and costs Assist with the development of pre-construction costs as instructed by line manager. Cultivate and maintain good, professional and respected working relationships with all external adopting bodies including Highways Authorities, Water Authorities, Councils and Management Companies Liaise with Subcontractors and the Commercial Department with respect to completion of works, variations/new quotations, inspections and rectifying sub-standard works Keep up to date with utility works/installations as may be required to facilitate adoptions/handovers Arrange site inspections of infrastructure at the end of maintenance periods and identify and arrange all works required to achieve adoption Undertake regular Site Inspections of completed, unadopted developments and review Health and Safety implications, arranging any necessary remedial works through the Commercial Department Provide support to the commercial department in the procurement of MEP packages via input into enquiry, scopes, reviewing quotations, attending pre-order meetings, etc. Familiarise yourself with the Contract requirements/Employer Requirements and CountrySide partnerships utility design solutions Ensure any comments/queries on the utilities design are reviewed and coordinated with the infrastructure design for adoptable roads and sewers Support the Commercial department in reviewing payment applications Ensure the necessary certification is provided for all connections to obtain PC / completion including witnessing Ensure applications for all meters are made and installation managed to programme. Manage the individual Project technical utility trackers, monitor on costs and variations, timescales and risk items Develop and implement a robust test and inspection regime for all stages Maintain up to date knowledge of all highways and drainage adoption and design procedures and design codes Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry Cornwall South West Department: Technical Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Exeter, Devon Date Posted: 29.07.2025 We have a new opportunity for an Adoptions Manager to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Exeter office. As our Adoptions Manager, you will be responsible for the maintenance and timely and cost-efficient adoption of completed estate roads, sewers, pumping stations and public open spaces. You will work with the Engineering Manager to develop technical agreements during technical approval. Additionally, to engage and work with Build and Commercial teams towards the end of project development to ensure timely completion of works, sign-off and to reduce the occurrence of errors and barriers to adoption/hand-over. You will maintain the company, group and technical project bonds and sectional agreement trackers and report on outstanding bonds and overrun costs and timescales. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Relevant experience in a similar position with a recognised housing developer or Highway/Drainage Authority Experience/in-depth knowledge of estate road and sewer construction & inspection Understanding of Highway & Water Industry standards Computer literate with a good knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel and Word Accurate with an eye for detail Able to work under pressure and to deadlines An awareness of the impact of work on the business and residents of developments Sound commercial awareness Good negotiation skills Decision making/problem solving/multi-tasking Able to influence and persuade others to their point of view A good communicator/listener Team player able to communicate with internal and external stakeholders / colleagues Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - A Civil Engineering related qualification i.e. Degree, HND or HNC More about the Adoptions Manager role Work with the Build & Commercial Departments to ensure a timely sign-off/handover for roads and sewers Whenever possible, attend sites during infrastructure works/activities and identify/record issues, monitor quality and provide positive feedback or raise concerns with the build team and/or contractors Ensure CCTV Surveys, As-Built Surveys, etc. are provided by the relevant supply chain and submitted for approval to the adoption authority or approved body. Commission and/or provide responses to Road Safety Audits to achieve sign-off Liaise with the Engineering and Technical Managers to ensure that infrastructure agreements (S278, S38, S104, S185) and Deeds are in place to facilitate the timely sign-off of works. Investigate barriers to adoption of Legacy Sites and explore and pursue solutions with adopting authorities Provide assistance and guidance to the Technical Department with respect to preparation of Adoption Plans, Deed Plans, Agreements and statutory processes inline with instruction form line manager Prepare and issue Highway H&S Files to adopting authorities Work with the Technical Managers to assist Managing external consultants to assist with adoptions as required including their performance and costs Assist with the development of pre-construction costs as instructed by line manager. Cultivate and maintain good, professional and respected working relationships with all external adopting bodies including Highways Authorities, Water Authorities, Councils and Management Companies Liaise with Subcontractors and the Commercial Department with respect to completion of works, variations/new quotations, inspections and rectifying sub-standard works Keep up to date with utility works/installations as may be required to facilitate adoptions/handovers Arrange site inspections of infrastructure at the end of maintenance periods and identify and arrange all works required to achieve adoption Undertake regular Site Inspections of completed, unadopted developments and review Health and Safety implications, arranging any necessary remedial works through the Commercial Department Provide support to the commercial department in the procurement of MEP packages via input into enquiry, scopes, reviewing quotations, attending pre-order meetings, etc. Familiarise yourself with the Contract requirements/Employer Requirements and CountrySide partnerships utility design solutions Ensure any comments/queries on the utilities design are reviewed and coordinated with the infrastructure design for adoptable roads and sewers Support the Commercial department in reviewing payment applications Ensure the necessary certification is provided for all connections to obtain PC / completion including witnessing Ensure applications for all meters are made and installation managed to programme. Manage the individual Project technical utility trackers, monitor on costs and variations, timescales and risk items Develop and implement a robust test and inspection regime for all stages Maintain up to date knowledge of all highways and drainage adoption and design procedures and design codes Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being
Public and patient involvement manager Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type: 12 Month fixed term contract - maternity cover Full time : 37.5 hours per week Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 depending on experience Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal Closing date: Tuesday 30 September 2025 Initial phone interviews will be held w/c 6 October 2025. Final interviews will be held in person, at our Peterborough office w/c 13 October 2025. No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. At Kidney Research UK, it is crucial for us to work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person - the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. We are looking for a proactive, motivated individual who has experience in Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) to lead our PPI team. They need to be passionate about the involvement of patients and the public in our charitable activities. We want someone who will not just keep our PPI work ticking over, but will identify, develop and deliver new opportunities for patient involvement. The PPI manager, as expert lead, will shape and drive the direction of the PPI activity to support the delivery of the charity's aims. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Kidney Research UK: Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever. At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person - the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may also have experience in the following: Patient and Public Involvement (PPI), PPI Manager, Public Engagement, Patient Engagement, Patient Involvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Involvement, Patient Voice, Service User Involvement, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc. REF-
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Public and patient involvement manager Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type: 12 Month fixed term contract - maternity cover Full time : 37.5 hours per week Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 depending on experience Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal Closing date: Tuesday 30 September 2025 Initial phone interviews will be held w/c 6 October 2025. Final interviews will be held in person, at our Peterborough office w/c 13 October 2025. No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. At Kidney Research UK, it is crucial for us to work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person - the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. We are looking for a proactive, motivated individual who has experience in Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) to lead our PPI team. They need to be passionate about the involvement of patients and the public in our charitable activities. We want someone who will not just keep our PPI work ticking over, but will identify, develop and deliver new opportunities for patient involvement. The PPI manager, as expert lead, will shape and drive the direction of the PPI activity to support the delivery of the charity's aims. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Kidney Research UK: Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever. At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person - the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may also have experience in the following: Patient and Public Involvement (PPI), PPI Manager, Public Engagement, Patient Engagement, Patient Involvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Involvement, Patient Voice, Service User Involvement, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc. REF-
Fantastic Opportunity for a motivated Building Surveyor based in the Southwest Your new company Your new Organisation is responsible for the management of some 2,600 residential properties across 65 developments throughout England. Forty-eight of these developments, representing 2,000 units, are 'retirement' developments where ownership of property is restricted to those over the age of at least 55 years old. The retirement portfolio is the predominant part of the organisation's management business. Your new role As Building Surveyor, you will have overall responsibility for the maintenance of the buildings and equipment on each of the developments within your geographical 'patch'. You should appreciate that in retirement developments there are usually lifts, alarms, automatic doors and other related equipment, so a surveyor who has an understanding of such M&E-related systems would be an ideal addition to the team. You will report to the Technical Director, who is part of the company's management team, on all aspects of contracts and the technical administration of estates under management. Furthermore, on most of the retirement developments there is also an Owners' Board, constituted of those living in the development. You will also be expected to account to these boards on relevant technical issues. The organisation has two home-based Regional Estates Managers, each covering an appropriate geographical area. You will be expected to liaise with your Regional Manager as necessary and to keep him or her fully apprised of progress on matters on which you are working. Day-to-day duties will include the following: Undertake new build development inspections/surveys Condition Surveys Mechanical and Electrical equipment surveys Undertake Small Works (reactive maintenance projects) Undertake Major Works across all sites/projects Risk assessments/Health and Safety responsibilities. What you'll need to succeed Essential Knowledge/Experience Extensive knowledge of the common faults in the methods of repairing, maintaining and improving a residential property, while also having a good knowledge of the legal framework relating to the construction and maintenance of residential properties. Knowledge of Leasehold Management and the preparation or issuing of Section 20 notices. Good understanding of the fundamentals of stock condition assessments and planned maintenance programming. At least 3 years' worth of experience of commissioning or supervising maintenance work. Ability to write specifications for all common areas of repair, maintenance and small-scale improvement in residential property. Maths and English to GCSE or equivalent and HNC/HND in Building. Ability to carry out basic technical drawings to explain detailed requests to contractors. Must have a UK driving licence. Desirable Knowledge/Experience. Knowledge of the Retirement Housing Sector. Previous use of hand-held maintenance IT equipment Presentation skills in small group settings. To staff and tenants. Membership of a professional body i.e., CIOB or similar. What you'll get in return Car allowance and 45p a mile mileage 25 days annual leave 6% company pension contribution Hybrid working What you need to do now If you are interested in the opportunity, please apply online today! Or feel free to contact a member of the Hays team today to discuss opportunities across the market. #
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Fantastic Opportunity for a motivated Building Surveyor based in the Southwest Your new company Your new Organisation is responsible for the management of some 2,600 residential properties across 65 developments throughout England. Forty-eight of these developments, representing 2,000 units, are 'retirement' developments where ownership of property is restricted to those over the age of at least 55 years old. The retirement portfolio is the predominant part of the organisation's management business. Your new role As Building Surveyor, you will have overall responsibility for the maintenance of the buildings and equipment on each of the developments within your geographical 'patch'. You should appreciate that in retirement developments there are usually lifts, alarms, automatic doors and other related equipment, so a surveyor who has an understanding of such M&E-related systems would be an ideal addition to the team. You will report to the Technical Director, who is part of the company's management team, on all aspects of contracts and the technical administration of estates under management. Furthermore, on most of the retirement developments there is also an Owners' Board, constituted of those living in the development. You will also be expected to account to these boards on relevant technical issues. The organisation has two home-based Regional Estates Managers, each covering an appropriate geographical area. You will be expected to liaise with your Regional Manager as necessary and to keep him or her fully apprised of progress on matters on which you are working. Day-to-day duties will include the following: Undertake new build development inspections/surveys Condition Surveys Mechanical and Electrical equipment surveys Undertake Small Works (reactive maintenance projects) Undertake Major Works across all sites/projects Risk assessments/Health and Safety responsibilities. What you'll need to succeed Essential Knowledge/Experience Extensive knowledge of the common faults in the methods of repairing, maintaining and improving a residential property, while also having a good knowledge of the legal framework relating to the construction and maintenance of residential properties. Knowledge of Leasehold Management and the preparation or issuing of Section 20 notices. Good understanding of the fundamentals of stock condition assessments and planned maintenance programming. At least 3 years' worth of experience of commissioning or supervising maintenance work. Ability to write specifications for all common areas of repair, maintenance and small-scale improvement in residential property. Maths and English to GCSE or equivalent and HNC/HND in Building. Ability to carry out basic technical drawings to explain detailed requests to contractors. Must have a UK driving licence. Desirable Knowledge/Experience. Knowledge of the Retirement Housing Sector. Previous use of hand-held maintenance IT equipment Presentation skills in small group settings. To staff and tenants. Membership of a professional body i.e., CIOB or similar. What you'll get in return Car allowance and 45p a mile mileage 25 days annual leave 6% company pension contribution Hybrid working What you need to do now If you are interested in the opportunity, please apply online today! Or feel free to contact a member of the Hays team today to discuss opportunities across the market. #
Line Chef - Prezzo Italian "Better Careers for Everyone!" £12.50 - £13 per hour, depending on experience and skill level - plus tronc! As a Chef at Prezzo Italian, you'll be right at the heart of our kitchen-crafting delicious, high-quality dishes that guests love. You'll take pride in every plate, bringing focus, care, and attention to food quality, presentation, and safety. With teamwork at the core, you'll bring energy to each shift-supporting your fellow team members, both in the kitchen and front of house, to keep service smooth and connected. You'll tackle challenges head-on and play your part in creating a kitchen full of pace, precision, and heart. Thanks to our structured training, you'll build your skills as you grow-starting with one section (Chef 1), progressing to two (Chef 2), and mastering all three as a Chef 3. How we work Working hand in hand with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to keep kitchen operations running smoothly and to a high standard. Delivering consistently high-quality food with pace, care, and heart in every service. Supporting fellow team members in their learning and development-sharing skills and helping others grow. Taking pride in maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen-creating an environment the whole team can be proud of. Our Person - We are looking for someone who: Prepares and cook dishes to the highest standards, ensuring consistency and efficiency. Maintains food safety and hygiene standards, following Prezzo's HACCP policies. Supports stock control by following portioning guidelines and reducing waste. Ensure accurate completion of kitchen paperwork, including temperature logs and cleaning records. Delivers exceptional food quality and presentation to enhance the guest experience. Works efficiently to ensure timely food service. Supports the Head Chef in handling guest feedback professionally. Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Assist in training and developing junior kitchen team members. Maintain a positive and inclusive working environment. Follows all health & safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment. Reports any maintenance or safety concerns to the Head Chef or General Manager. Ensure kitchen opening and closing procedures are completed correctly. Experience We Value Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment preferred. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Ability to follow food safety and hygiene regulations. Passion for delivering high-quality food and contributing to a great guest experience. Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills within a structured training programme. Prezzo Perks: What's in it for you? TRONC and Commission Schemes - earn more as you drive success! 50% off food and drink at Prezzo , free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends. Your birthday off ! Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline. Grow with us - Career development opportunities & internal progression pathways. Apply Now! Whether you're starting or looking to grow your career, a pply today and be part of the Prezzo family!
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Line Chef - Prezzo Italian "Better Careers for Everyone!" £12.50 - £13 per hour, depending on experience and skill level - plus tronc! As a Chef at Prezzo Italian, you'll be right at the heart of our kitchen-crafting delicious, high-quality dishes that guests love. You'll take pride in every plate, bringing focus, care, and attention to food quality, presentation, and safety. With teamwork at the core, you'll bring energy to each shift-supporting your fellow team members, both in the kitchen and front of house, to keep service smooth and connected. You'll tackle challenges head-on and play your part in creating a kitchen full of pace, precision, and heart. Thanks to our structured training, you'll build your skills as you grow-starting with one section (Chef 1), progressing to two (Chef 2), and mastering all three as a Chef 3. How we work Working hand in hand with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to keep kitchen operations running smoothly and to a high standard. Delivering consistently high-quality food with pace, care, and heart in every service. Supporting fellow team members in their learning and development-sharing skills and helping others grow. Taking pride in maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen-creating an environment the whole team can be proud of. Our Person - We are looking for someone who: Prepares and cook dishes to the highest standards, ensuring consistency and efficiency. Maintains food safety and hygiene standards, following Prezzo's HACCP policies. Supports stock control by following portioning guidelines and reducing waste. Ensure accurate completion of kitchen paperwork, including temperature logs and cleaning records. Delivers exceptional food quality and presentation to enhance the guest experience. Works efficiently to ensure timely food service. Supports the Head Chef in handling guest feedback professionally. Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Assist in training and developing junior kitchen team members. Maintain a positive and inclusive working environment. Follows all health & safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment. Reports any maintenance or safety concerns to the Head Chef or General Manager. Ensure kitchen opening and closing procedures are completed correctly. Experience We Value Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment preferred. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Ability to follow food safety and hygiene regulations. Passion for delivering high-quality food and contributing to a great guest experience. Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills within a structured training programme. Prezzo Perks: What's in it for you? TRONC and Commission Schemes - earn more as you drive success! 50% off food and drink at Prezzo , free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends. Your birthday off ! Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline. Grow with us - Career development opportunities & internal progression pathways. Apply Now! Whether you're starting or looking to grow your career, a pply today and be part of the Prezzo family!
Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Cricklewood! A new nursery. A golden opportunity. This summer, Busy Bees has buzzed into Cricklewood and taken over a fantastic two-storey nursery that's getting a top-to-bottom glow-up - think fresh paint, big smiles, and lots of tiny chairs. Now we need a superstar Assistant Nursery Manager to help bring the magic to life. If you're passionate about early years and want to help create something truly special from day one we'd love to meet you. Come join us in giving our children best start in life. With space to welcome up to 110 little learners , this state-of-the-art setting is transformed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and nurture young minds -and you'll be there from day one to shape something truly special. Why Join Busy Bees As An Assistant Nursery Manager? This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture , and create an environment where children and staff thrive together . Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary- £32,801.60 per annum Ongoing professional development & career progression - Grow with us! Birthday off - Because YOU deserve a celebration! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause support - Through Peppy, helping you through life's milestones Wellbeing perks - Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub Cycle to Work scheme - A healthy commute for a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon & Salary Finance support Travel opportunities - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - Supporting your wellbeing PLUS: You'll get exclusive access to Hive , our Benefits & Wellbeing platform -filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training Role Responsibilities: What You'll Do As An Assistant Nursery Manager? Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards Develop & deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children's needs Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards Provide leadership & mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families Assist with administrative tasks , including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability Required Qualifications: Ideal Assistant Nursery Manager Candidate Level 3 qualification or above in early years education Experience in an early years setting , with supervisory experience an advantage-ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group , with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We're all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way! As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum , designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners! Our Charitable Commitment - Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need , we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK . This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Cricklewood! A new nursery. A golden opportunity. This summer, Busy Bees has buzzed into Cricklewood and taken over a fantastic two-storey nursery that's getting a top-to-bottom glow-up - think fresh paint, big smiles, and lots of tiny chairs. Now we need a superstar Assistant Nursery Manager to help bring the magic to life. If you're passionate about early years and want to help create something truly special from day one we'd love to meet you. Come join us in giving our children best start in life. With space to welcome up to 110 little learners , this state-of-the-art setting is transformed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and nurture young minds -and you'll be there from day one to shape something truly special. Why Join Busy Bees As An Assistant Nursery Manager? This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture , and create an environment where children and staff thrive together . Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary- £32,801.60 per annum Ongoing professional development & career progression - Grow with us! Birthday off - Because YOU deserve a celebration! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause support - Through Peppy, helping you through life's milestones Wellbeing perks - Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub Cycle to Work scheme - A healthy commute for a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon & Salary Finance support Travel opportunities - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - Supporting your wellbeing PLUS: You'll get exclusive access to Hive , our Benefits & Wellbeing platform -filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training Role Responsibilities: What You'll Do As An Assistant Nursery Manager? Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards Develop & deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children's needs Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards Provide leadership & mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families Assist with administrative tasks , including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability Required Qualifications: Ideal Assistant Nursery Manager Candidate Level 3 qualification or above in early years education Experience in an early years setting , with supervisory experience an advantage-ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group , with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We're all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way! As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum , designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners! Our Charitable Commitment - Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need , we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK . This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
Repairs Coordinator Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Barnsley 2x Days office, 3x days home working Hourly Rate: 15 PAYE or 19 Umbrella We are seeking a Repairs Coordinator to support the function of the Repairs, Maintenance & Building Safety Section to meet compliance requirements. This role is crucial in contributing to the overall objectives of our client's organisation, ensuring the delivery of a highly efficient, economic, safe, customer-focused, and high-quality service. Day-to-day of the role: Work closely with Compliance Officers and Compliance Managers to deliver service improvements. Ensure that the Repairs, Maintenance & Building Safety Section meets compliance requirements and maintains high standards of safety and quality. Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction. Assist in the coordination and management of damp and mould issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience of working in a Construction, Engineering, Maintenance or Manufacturing environment Experience of providing technical support to operational management, including an understanding of procedures used to improve service delivery Application Form Substantial knowledge of the issues relating to the delivery of services within Construction, Repairs and Maintenance An awareness of Financial Regulations in relation to procurement rules
Sep 04, 2025
Seasonal
Repairs Coordinator Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Barnsley 2x Days office, 3x days home working Hourly Rate: 15 PAYE or 19 Umbrella We are seeking a Repairs Coordinator to support the function of the Repairs, Maintenance & Building Safety Section to meet compliance requirements. This role is crucial in contributing to the overall objectives of our client's organisation, ensuring the delivery of a highly efficient, economic, safe, customer-focused, and high-quality service. Day-to-day of the role: Work closely with Compliance Officers and Compliance Managers to deliver service improvements. Ensure that the Repairs, Maintenance & Building Safety Section meets compliance requirements and maintains high standards of safety and quality. Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction. Assist in the coordination and management of damp and mould issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience of working in a Construction, Engineering, Maintenance or Manufacturing environment Experience of providing technical support to operational management, including an understanding of procedures used to improve service delivery Application Form Substantial knowledge of the issues relating to the delivery of services within Construction, Repairs and Maintenance An awareness of Financial Regulations in relation to procurement rules
Public and patient involvement manager Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type: 12 Month fixed term contract - maternity cover Full time : 37.5 hours per week Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 depending on experience Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal Closing date: Tuesday 30 September 2025 Initial phone interviews will be held w/c 6 October 2025. Final interviews will be held in person, at our Peterborough office w/c 13 October 2025. No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. At Kidney Research UK, it is crucial for us to work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. We are looking for a proactive, motivated individual who has experience in Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) to lead our PPI team. They need to be passionate about the involvement of patients and the public in our charitable activities. We want someone who will not just keep our PPI work ticking over, but will identify, develop and deliver new opportunities for patient involvement. The PPI manager, as expert lead, will shape and drive the direction of the PPI activity to support the delivery of the charity s aims. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Kidney Research UK: Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever. At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may also have experience in the following: Patient and Public Involvement (PPI), PPI Manager, Public Engagement, Patient Engagement, Patient Involvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Involvement, Patient Voice, Service User Involvement, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc. REF-(Apply online only)
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
Public and patient involvement manager Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type: 12 Month fixed term contract - maternity cover Full time : 37.5 hours per week Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 depending on experience Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal Closing date: Tuesday 30 September 2025 Initial phone interviews will be held w/c 6 October 2025. Final interviews will be held in person, at our Peterborough office w/c 13 October 2025. No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. At Kidney Research UK, it is crucial for us to work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. We are looking for a proactive, motivated individual who has experience in Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) to lead our PPI team. They need to be passionate about the involvement of patients and the public in our charitable activities. We want someone who will not just keep our PPI work ticking over, but will identify, develop and deliver new opportunities for patient involvement. The PPI manager, as expert lead, will shape and drive the direction of the PPI activity to support the delivery of the charity s aims. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Kidney Research UK: Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever. At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may also have experience in the following: Patient and Public Involvement (PPI), PPI Manager, Public Engagement, Patient Engagement, Patient Involvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Involvement, Patient Voice, Service User Involvement, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc. REF-(Apply online only)
Advertising Operations Executive - Digital Campaign Management, Ad Tech, Defence, Marketing, Events, Data - London, Hybrid, Permanent, £30-35k base + bonus Our client, a leader in global events, backed by one of the world's most respected private equity firms, are looking for an Advertising Operations Executive to join their ambitious and dynamic team as part of their defence portfolio. This is an opportunity to genuinely build, shape, and optimise the advertising function across high-profile platforms and digital channels. This is a rare chance to work at the intersection of digital advertising and the defence sector. You'll be hands-on from day one, ensuring campaigns deliver measurable impact while laying the foundations for long-term scalability and providing you a clear career trajectory to leadership. Responsibilities Manage digital advertising campaigns end-to-end across web, newsletters, apps, and programmatic channels. Work on digital campaigns connected to international events in a high-profile sector and across various platforms (AdRoll retargeting, Google Ad Manager, Microsoft Dynamics). Monitor performance, analyse data, and make optimisations to maximise ROI. Establish efficient ad operations processes and reporting frameworks. What you'll bring Relevant experience in ad operations, digital advertising, or campaign management. Understanding of platforms such as Google Ad Manager, retargeting tools, and analytics. Analytical and creative skills to optimise campaigns and drive ROI. A self-starter attitude, with the confidence to take ownership and problem-solve. Strong communication and ability to collaborate effectively with wider functions. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-growth environment, offering a unique platform to grow and succeed. Please note : All applicants must have an existing and valid Right to Work. Sponsorship will not be available presently or in the future.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Advertising Operations Executive - Digital Campaign Management, Ad Tech, Defence, Marketing, Events, Data - London, Hybrid, Permanent, £30-35k base + bonus Our client, a leader in global events, backed by one of the world's most respected private equity firms, are looking for an Advertising Operations Executive to join their ambitious and dynamic team as part of their defence portfolio. This is an opportunity to genuinely build, shape, and optimise the advertising function across high-profile platforms and digital channels. This is a rare chance to work at the intersection of digital advertising and the defence sector. You'll be hands-on from day one, ensuring campaigns deliver measurable impact while laying the foundations for long-term scalability and providing you a clear career trajectory to leadership. Responsibilities Manage digital advertising campaigns end-to-end across web, newsletters, apps, and programmatic channels. Work on digital campaigns connected to international events in a high-profile sector and across various platforms (AdRoll retargeting, Google Ad Manager, Microsoft Dynamics). Monitor performance, analyse data, and make optimisations to maximise ROI. Establish efficient ad operations processes and reporting frameworks. What you'll bring Relevant experience in ad operations, digital advertising, or campaign management. Understanding of platforms such as Google Ad Manager, retargeting tools, and analytics. Analytical and creative skills to optimise campaigns and drive ROI. A self-starter attitude, with the confidence to take ownership and problem-solve. Strong communication and ability to collaborate effectively with wider functions. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-growth environment, offering a unique platform to grow and succeed. Please note : All applicants must have an existing and valid Right to Work. Sponsorship will not be available presently or in the future.
Introduction MACK is a property management company that has a vision to be the leading force in providing a diverse range of safe, inclusive, and sustainable accommodation for all. To support our accommodation services, we also operate nationwide, delivering catering and laundry services. The Role As the Head Chef, you will lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, with a Level 3 in Professional Cookery and strong leadership skills, you will foster a collaborative environment, oversee food production, and implement HACCP protocols. Join us to elevate our culinary offerings and drive the success of our restaurant through innovative cuisine and effective team leadership. Key responsibilities - Head Chef (Bulk catering) Oversee the preparation and cooking of large volumes of food while maintaining consistency, portion control, and quality standards, ensure food presentation and taste meet company expectations. Lead, motivate, and manage a team of chefs, kitchen assistants, and porters. Provide on-the-job training to ensure staff follow procedures and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene. Monitor stock levels, forecast usage, and manage ordering to reduce waste and control costs. Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation, HACCP protocols, and company policies. Conduct regular kitchen audits and risk assessments. Ensure all allergen information is up to date and that special diets (e.g. gluten-free, halal, vegan) are catered for safely. Liaise with catering managers, clients, and service staff to coordinate service delivery. Respond to feedback and adjust operations accordingly. Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and serviced. Report faults and oversee cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen. Qualifications NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent) Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (essential) refresher training will be given. HACCP certification (preferred) Allergen Awareness Training Relevant Health & Safety training (e.g. COSHH, manual handling) Culinary or hospitality management qualification (desirable) Experience Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a bulk or volume catering environment (e.g. hospitals, schools, prisons, large-scale events, care homes, or contract catering) Strong background in high-volume food production and multi-site or central kitchen operations Demonstrable experience in menu planning, cost control, stock management, and team leadership Experience managing and training kitchen brigades Track record of maintaining food safety standards and achieving high inspection results Experience working with specialist diets and allergens Skills Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong organisational and time-management abilities Sound knowledge of stock control, portioning, and waste reduction High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines IT literacy (for menu systems, stock control, compliance reporting, etc.) Flexibility and problem-solving mindset Shift / Work Pattern 5 days over 7, including weekends. 10am to 7pm but must be flexible to fit within the business requirements Other Considerations: Working Conditions: The position requires standing for long periods, bending, lifting, and maintaining a fast-paced environment while ensuring that food safety and cleanliness are upheld at all times. It is important to MACK that all employees are aligned with the values of the company as follows: o _Do the right thing_ Put our customers first Stand up for safety every day Be respectful, supporting, and caring Recognise and celebrate achievements o _Find a better way_ Collaborate to find solutions Embrace the power and opportunity of diversity Generate options to maximise sustainability Commit to continuously improving o _Deliver it!_ Take personal ownership for delivery Be bold and act with passion and purpose Focus on progress towards outcomes See it through! So, whilst recognising the importance of qualifications and experience, MACK requires all employees to demonstrate how they embody the values of the company. MACK is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel safe, respected and able to achieve their potential. Job Type: Permanent Pay: £16.00 per hour Benefits: Discounted or free food On-site parking Work Location: In person Reference ID: HR/PER/R053
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Introduction MACK is a property management company that has a vision to be the leading force in providing a diverse range of safe, inclusive, and sustainable accommodation for all. To support our accommodation services, we also operate nationwide, delivering catering and laundry services. The Role As the Head Chef, you will lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, with a Level 3 in Professional Cookery and strong leadership skills, you will foster a collaborative environment, oversee food production, and implement HACCP protocols. Join us to elevate our culinary offerings and drive the success of our restaurant through innovative cuisine and effective team leadership. Key responsibilities - Head Chef (Bulk catering) Oversee the preparation and cooking of large volumes of food while maintaining consistency, portion control, and quality standards, ensure food presentation and taste meet company expectations. Lead, motivate, and manage a team of chefs, kitchen assistants, and porters. Provide on-the-job training to ensure staff follow procedures and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene. Monitor stock levels, forecast usage, and manage ordering to reduce waste and control costs. Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation, HACCP protocols, and company policies. Conduct regular kitchen audits and risk assessments. Ensure all allergen information is up to date and that special diets (e.g. gluten-free, halal, vegan) are catered for safely. Liaise with catering managers, clients, and service staff to coordinate service delivery. Respond to feedback and adjust operations accordingly. Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and serviced. Report faults and oversee cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen. Qualifications NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent) Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (essential) refresher training will be given. HACCP certification (preferred) Allergen Awareness Training Relevant Health & Safety training (e.g. COSHH, manual handling) Culinary or hospitality management qualification (desirable) Experience Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a bulk or volume catering environment (e.g. hospitals, schools, prisons, large-scale events, care homes, or contract catering) Strong background in high-volume food production and multi-site or central kitchen operations Demonstrable experience in menu planning, cost control, stock management, and team leadership Experience managing and training kitchen brigades Track record of maintaining food safety standards and achieving high inspection results Experience working with specialist diets and allergens Skills Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong organisational and time-management abilities Sound knowledge of stock control, portioning, and waste reduction High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines IT literacy (for menu systems, stock control, compliance reporting, etc.) Flexibility and problem-solving mindset Shift / Work Pattern 5 days over 7, including weekends. 10am to 7pm but must be flexible to fit within the business requirements Other Considerations: Working Conditions: The position requires standing for long periods, bending, lifting, and maintaining a fast-paced environment while ensuring that food safety and cleanliness are upheld at all times. It is important to MACK that all employees are aligned with the values of the company as follows: o _Do the right thing_ Put our customers first Stand up for safety every day Be respectful, supporting, and caring Recognise and celebrate achievements o _Find a better way_ Collaborate to find solutions Embrace the power and opportunity of diversity Generate options to maximise sustainability Commit to continuously improving o _Deliver it!_ Take personal ownership for delivery Be bold and act with passion and purpose Focus on progress towards outcomes See it through! So, whilst recognising the importance of qualifications and experience, MACK requires all employees to demonstrate how they embody the values of the company. MACK is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel safe, respected and able to achieve their potential. Job Type: Permanent Pay: £16.00 per hour Benefits: Discounted or free food On-site parking Work Location: In person Reference ID: HR/PER/R053
VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Architect | 3 Month Contract | £500-600 p/day | Remote We're looking for a VMware Cloud Foundation Architect to lead the design of a multi-site VCF 9.x environment. This role will cover core platform architecture, BC/DR integration, upgrades from existing VCF deployments, and operational knowledge transfer. Location: Remote (occasional onsite in Basingstoke) Contract: 3-months (OIR35) Rate: £500-600 p/day Start date: ASAP Key Responsibilities: Design and document multi-site VCF 9.x architectures (management and workload domains). Lead workshops with stakeholders and define integration across vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Ops, Fleet Manager, and SDDC Manager. Incorporate BC/DR and survivability into all aspects of design. Deliver simplified operational models and scale-out designs for remote sites. Perform health checks and recommend upgrade paths from existing VCF 5.x environments. Provide workshops and knowledge transfer on VCF Operations (Ops, Logs, Networks). Skills: Extensive experience in VCF or SDDC design and delivery Strong knowledge of vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Ops, and SDDC Manager. Proven track record in multi-site and BC/DR architectures. Ability to run workshops and clearly communicate design decisions. Desired: VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) or equivalent senior-level certification. Experience with Aria Ops custom dashboards. Familiarity with physical networking and handoffs to fabric teams. If this sounds like you, apply now for immediate consideration. Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location . Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Architect | 3 Month Contract | £500-600 p/day | Remote We're looking for a VMware Cloud Foundation Architect to lead the design of a multi-site VCF 9.x environment. This role will cover core platform architecture, BC/DR integration, upgrades from existing VCF deployments, and operational knowledge transfer. Location: Remote (occasional onsite in Basingstoke) Contract: 3-months (OIR35) Rate: £500-600 p/day Start date: ASAP Key Responsibilities: Design and document multi-site VCF 9.x architectures (management and workload domains). Lead workshops with stakeholders and define integration across vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Ops, Fleet Manager, and SDDC Manager. Incorporate BC/DR and survivability into all aspects of design. Deliver simplified operational models and scale-out designs for remote sites. Perform health checks and recommend upgrade paths from existing VCF 5.x environments. Provide workshops and knowledge transfer on VCF Operations (Ops, Logs, Networks). Skills: Extensive experience in VCF or SDDC design and delivery Strong knowledge of vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Ops, and SDDC Manager. Proven track record in multi-site and BC/DR architectures. Ability to run workshops and clearly communicate design decisions. Desired: VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) or equivalent senior-level certification. Experience with Aria Ops custom dashboards. Familiarity with physical networking and handoffs to fabric teams. If this sounds like you, apply now for immediate consideration. Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location . Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. About our Nursery Busy Bees West Byfleet, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 72 children and is housed in a homely building surrounded by fields and horses, providing a serene environment for learning and play. Our passionate staff are dedicated to offering excellent care to all children. We have a care home located across the way, which allows us to foster intergenerational connections through visits to the home and welcoming residents to our nursery. Nestled down a country road, we are situated away from the main road, providing a peaceful setting with private houses along the lane. Additionally, we are just five minutes from Byfleet village and West Byfleet town, with free parking available for staff, ensuring easy access to our nurturing environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. About our Nursery Busy Bees West Byfleet, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 72 children and is housed in a homely building surrounded by fields and horses, providing a serene environment for learning and play. Our passionate staff are dedicated to offering excellent care to all children. We have a care home located across the way, which allows us to foster intergenerational connections through visits to the home and welcoming residents to our nursery. Nestled down a country road, we are situated away from the main road, providing a peaceful setting with private houses along the lane. Additionally, we are just five minutes from Byfleet village and West Byfleet town, with free parking available for staff, ensuring easy access to our nurturing environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist - In-Product Journeys Contract: - 6 months possible extension London: Hybrid 2 days in office Rate: £450 to 550/a day Umbrella We are looking for a Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist with deep expertise in in-product optimisation and customer journey mapping. This role is central to driving measurable improvements in user acquisition, activation, engagement, and retention through data-driven experimentation, funnel analysis, and personalized journey building. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigour with customer empathy, knows how to translate insights into seamless product experiences, and has the technical acumen to work hand-in-hand with product managers, designers, and engineers. Key Responsibilities Conversion Optimisation & Experimentation Design and execute A/B and multivariate tests to improve in-product conversion and engagement metrics. Own the experimentation roadmap across onboarding, upsell flows, feature adoption, and cross-sell opportunities. Define key success metrics (activation rate, trial-to-paid, retention, churn reduction) and build dashboards with our analytics team to track progress. Journey Building & Mapping Map and optimise customer journeys across the product life cycle, identifying friction points and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with various marketing functions to align in-product and out-of-product experiences (email, push, etc.). Develop and maintain a journey playbook to ensure consistency across user segments. Insights & Analysis Use quantitative (analytics, funnel tracking, cohort analysis) and qualitative (user testing, surveys, feedback) data to identify barriers to conversion. Partner with data teams to segment users and personalise journeys. Provide actionable insights to product, marketing, and engineering teams. Collaboration & Implementation Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and engineers to ship impactful optimisations. Translate test findings into requirements and implementation plans. Advocate for a test-and-learn culture within product squads. Skills & Experience Proven track record in CRO roles, ideally focused on in-product optimisation (SaaS, subscription, or E-commerce experience preferred). Strong expertise with tools like Google Optimize, Optimizely, VWO, Amplitude, Mixpanel, GA4, Hotjar, FullStory, or similar. Hands-on experience building and analysing A/B tests, multivariate tests, and funnel optimisation. Proficiency in journey mapping and life cycle design with a customer-centric approach. Strong understanding of UX best practices, persuasion principles, and behavioural psychology. Data literacy: ability to analyse large datasets, run SQL queries, and work with dashboards. Nice to have: web development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to prototype and implement tests quickly. Attributes Analytical thinker with a bias for action. Comfortable operating at the intersection of product, marketing, and engineering. Strong communication and storytelling skills - able to turn data into clear narratives and recommendations. Growth mindset: thrives in a test-learn-iterate environment. Success Metrics Improved activation and trial-to-paid conversion rates. Increased product adoption and feature utilisation. Reduction of drop-offs at critical funnel stages. Scalable, repeatable testing and optimisation framework Embedded into the product org. What We Offer Opportunity to make a direct impact on millions of small businesses using QuickBooks worldwide. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Career growth and learning opportunities in a global tech leader. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist - In-Product Journeys Contract: - 6 months possible extension London: Hybrid 2 days in office Rate: £450 to 550/a day Umbrella We are looking for a Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist with deep expertise in in-product optimisation and customer journey mapping. This role is central to driving measurable improvements in user acquisition, activation, engagement, and retention through data-driven experimentation, funnel analysis, and personalized journey building. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigour with customer empathy, knows how to translate insights into seamless product experiences, and has the technical acumen to work hand-in-hand with product managers, designers, and engineers. Key Responsibilities Conversion Optimisation & Experimentation Design and execute A/B and multivariate tests to improve in-product conversion and engagement metrics. Own the experimentation roadmap across onboarding, upsell flows, feature adoption, and cross-sell opportunities. Define key success metrics (activation rate, trial-to-paid, retention, churn reduction) and build dashboards with our analytics team to track progress. Journey Building & Mapping Map and optimise customer journeys across the product life cycle, identifying friction points and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with various marketing functions to align in-product and out-of-product experiences (email, push, etc.). Develop and maintain a journey playbook to ensure consistency across user segments. Insights & Analysis Use quantitative (analytics, funnel tracking, cohort analysis) and qualitative (user testing, surveys, feedback) data to identify barriers to conversion. Partner with data teams to segment users and personalise journeys. Provide actionable insights to product, marketing, and engineering teams. Collaboration & Implementation Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and engineers to ship impactful optimisations. Translate test findings into requirements and implementation plans. Advocate for a test-and-learn culture within product squads. Skills & Experience Proven track record in CRO roles, ideally focused on in-product optimisation (SaaS, subscription, or E-commerce experience preferred). Strong expertise with tools like Google Optimize, Optimizely, VWO, Amplitude, Mixpanel, GA4, Hotjar, FullStory, or similar. Hands-on experience building and analysing A/B tests, multivariate tests, and funnel optimisation. Proficiency in journey mapping and life cycle design with a customer-centric approach. Strong understanding of UX best practices, persuasion principles, and behavioural psychology. Data literacy: ability to analyse large datasets, run SQL queries, and work with dashboards. Nice to have: web development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to prototype and implement tests quickly. Attributes Analytical thinker with a bias for action. Comfortable operating at the intersection of product, marketing, and engineering. Strong communication and storytelling skills - able to turn data into clear narratives and recommendations. Growth mindset: thrives in a test-learn-iterate environment. Success Metrics Improved activation and trial-to-paid conversion rates. Increased product adoption and feature utilisation. Reduction of drop-offs at critical funnel stages. Scalable, repeatable testing and optimisation framework Embedded into the product org. What We Offer Opportunity to make a direct impact on millions of small businesses using QuickBooks worldwide. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Career growth and learning opportunities in a global tech leader. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist - In-Product Journeys Contract: - 6 months possible extension London: Hybrid 2 days in office Rate: £450 tp 550/a day Umbrella We are looking for a Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist with deep expertise in in-product optimisation and customer journey mapping. This role is central to driving measurable improvements in user acquisition, activation, engagement, and retention through data-driven experimentation, funnel analysis, and personalized journey building. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigour with customer empathy, knows how to translate insights into seamless product experiences, and has the technical acumen to work hand-in-hand with product managers, designers, and engineers. Key Responsibilities Conversion Optimisation & Experimentation Design and execute A/B and multivariate tests to improve in-product conversion and engagement metrics. Own the experimentation roadmap across onboarding, upsell flows, feature adoption, and cross-sell opportunities. Define key success metrics (activation rate, trial-to-paid, retention, churn reduction) and build dashboards with our analytics team to track progress. Journey Building & Mapping Map and optimise customer journeys across the product life cycle, identifying friction points and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with various marketing functions to align in-product and out-of-product experiences (email, push, etc.). Develop and maintain a journey playbook to ensure consistency across user segments. Insights & Analysis Use quantitative (analytics, funnel tracking, cohort analysis) and qualitative (user testing, surveys, feedback) data to identify barriers to conversion. Partner with data teams to segment users and personalise journeys. Provide actionable insights to product, marketing, and engineering teams. Collaboration & Implementation Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and engineers to ship impactful optimisations. Translate test findings into requirements and implementation plans. Advocate for a test-and-learn culture within product squads. Skills & Experience Proven track record in CRO roles, ideally focused on in-product optimisation (SaaS, subscription, or E-commerce experience preferred). Strong expertise with tools like Google Optimize, Optimizely, VWO, Amplitude, Mixpanel, GA4, Hotjar, FullStory, or similar. Hands-on experience building and analysing A/B tests, multivariate tests, and funnel optimisation. Proficiency in journey mapping and life cycle design with a customer-centric approach. Strong understanding of UX best practices, persuasion principles, and behavioural psychology. Data literacy: ability to analyse large datasets, run SQL queries, and work with dashboards. Nice to have: web development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to prototype and implement tests quickly. Attributes Analytical thinker with a bias for action. Comfortable operating at the intersection of product, marketing, and engineering. Strong communication and storytelling skills - able to turn data into clear narratives and recommendations. Growth mindset: thrives in a test-learn-iterate environment. Success Metrics Improved activation and trial-to-paid conversion rates. Increased product adoption and feature utilisation. Reduction of drop-offs at critical funnel stages. Scalable, repeatable testing and optimisation framework Embedded into the product org. What We Offer Opportunity to make a direct impact on millions of small businesses using QuickBooks worldwide. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Career growth and learning opportunities in a global tech leader. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist - In-Product Journeys Contract: - 6 months possible extension London: Hybrid 2 days in office Rate: £450 tp 550/a day Umbrella We are looking for a Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist with deep expertise in in-product optimisation and customer journey mapping. This role is central to driving measurable improvements in user acquisition, activation, engagement, and retention through data-driven experimentation, funnel analysis, and personalized journey building. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigour with customer empathy, knows how to translate insights into seamless product experiences, and has the technical acumen to work hand-in-hand with product managers, designers, and engineers. Key Responsibilities Conversion Optimisation & Experimentation Design and execute A/B and multivariate tests to improve in-product conversion and engagement metrics. Own the experimentation roadmap across onboarding, upsell flows, feature adoption, and cross-sell opportunities. Define key success metrics (activation rate, trial-to-paid, retention, churn reduction) and build dashboards with our analytics team to track progress. Journey Building & Mapping Map and optimise customer journeys across the product life cycle, identifying friction points and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with various marketing functions to align in-product and out-of-product experiences (email, push, etc.). Develop and maintain a journey playbook to ensure consistency across user segments. Insights & Analysis Use quantitative (analytics, funnel tracking, cohort analysis) and qualitative (user testing, surveys, feedback) data to identify barriers to conversion. Partner with data teams to segment users and personalise journeys. Provide actionable insights to product, marketing, and engineering teams. Collaboration & Implementation Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and engineers to ship impactful optimisations. Translate test findings into requirements and implementation plans. Advocate for a test-and-learn culture within product squads. Skills & Experience Proven track record in CRO roles, ideally focused on in-product optimisation (SaaS, subscription, or E-commerce experience preferred). Strong expertise with tools like Google Optimize, Optimizely, VWO, Amplitude, Mixpanel, GA4, Hotjar, FullStory, or similar. Hands-on experience building and analysing A/B tests, multivariate tests, and funnel optimisation. Proficiency in journey mapping and life cycle design with a customer-centric approach. Strong understanding of UX best practices, persuasion principles, and behavioural psychology. Data literacy: ability to analyse large datasets, run SQL queries, and work with dashboards. Nice to have: web development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to prototype and implement tests quickly. Attributes Analytical thinker with a bias for action. Comfortable operating at the intersection of product, marketing, and engineering. Strong communication and storytelling skills - able to turn data into clear narratives and recommendations. Growth mindset: thrives in a test-learn-iterate environment. Success Metrics Improved activation and trial-to-paid conversion rates. Increased product adoption and feature utilisation. Reduction of drop-offs at critical funnel stages. Scalable, repeatable testing and optimisation framework Embedded into the product org. What We Offer Opportunity to make a direct impact on millions of small businesses using QuickBooks worldwide. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Career growth and learning opportunities in a global tech leader. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Services Region: Vistry Services Department: Strategic Land Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Brentwood, Essex Date Posted: 15.05.2025 We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Project Director to join our team within Vistry Services Strategic Land, at our Brentwood office and on-site in Chelmsford. As our Associate Project Director, you will be responsible for the ongoing delivery of our flagship project at Beaulieu to completion, responsible for budget control, on-site infrastructure delivery and project management. Additionally, project lead for a number of smaller sites, as well as Technical/Development support for the wider Strategic Land team. The role will suit an experienced Technical/Construction/Development specialist with a history of successfully delivering complex consortium projects at scale, focused on the on-site technical/engineering delivery. This position will report to the Head of Technical. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality 5 GCSEs to include Maths and English Experience in the provision of strategic infrastructure History of delivery from land acquisition to adoption Experience of financial modelling and budget control An ability to prioritize and delegate as appropriate A general background knowledge in development, civil and project management Excellent knowledge of Section 38, 104 and 278 Adoption Agreements Procuring multi-utility packages and an understanding of statutory service wayleaves and easements An understanding of contract procurement under ICC and NEC forms of contract Excellent communication and project management Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across all internal and external parties Highly organized, motivated and goal-orientated Full diving licence Desirable Degree in appropriate field Membership of a professional body Confident in their own abilities Can make informed decisions under pressure Ability to see opportunities to value engineer where opportunities arise Working knowledge of Health and Safety best practice Prince 2 Foundation/Practitioner More about the Associate Project Director role Project Lead for a flagship scheme with significant infrastructure delivery and oversight of 2 on-site Project Managers. The delivery of primary infrastructure to serve both internal and external land sales across our portfolio. Taking responsibility for and supporting the cost consultant and contract administrator and working with NEC and ICC forms of contract with a Principal Contractor. Manage, review and maintain the financial viability of each development and ensure technical budgets and cost to completes are forecast and robustly controlled, whilst liaising with the Financial Analysis team feeding into longer term budgets and forecasts. Lead and support a Vistry team where necessary in the delivery, maintenance and adoption of roads, drainage and open spaces. Programme, risk and opportunity registers and exit strategies are to be maintained in the agreed Strategic Land format for regular review. Ensure all contractual and legal requirements are logged, tracked and delivered for allocated developments. Secure pre and post start activities and planning conditions to be discharged via liaison with the Planning Team, Land Team and Local Planning Officer. Secure internal governance approval and ensure that all other necessary permissions have been applied for and secured to prevent delays occurring to start on site and project delivery. Work collaboratively with Vistry operating regions and other housebuilders, to enable their housebuilding delivery through efficient sitewide project management. Provide visibility across Vistry Group and operating Regions as to progress against target milestones. Manage consultant expenditure within the project budget. Show a strong team ethic within a multi-skilled Strategic Land team, demonstrating Vistry's core values of Integrity, Caring and Quality. Be an ambassador for Vistry and Strategic Land to our customers, subcontractors, statutory authorities and the general public. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empowerus to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation,â and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Services Region: Vistry Services Department: Strategic Land Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Brentwood, Essex Date Posted: 15.05.2025 We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Project Director to join our team within Vistry Services Strategic Land, at our Brentwood office and on-site in Chelmsford. As our Associate Project Director, you will be responsible for the ongoing delivery of our flagship project at Beaulieu to completion, responsible for budget control, on-site infrastructure delivery and project management. Additionally, project lead for a number of smaller sites, as well as Technical/Development support for the wider Strategic Land team. The role will suit an experienced Technical/Construction/Development specialist with a history of successfully delivering complex consortium projects at scale, focused on the on-site technical/engineering delivery. This position will report to the Head of Technical. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality 5 GCSEs to include Maths and English Experience in the provision of strategic infrastructure History of delivery from land acquisition to adoption Experience of financial modelling and budget control An ability to prioritize and delegate as appropriate A general background knowledge in development, civil and project management Excellent knowledge of Section 38, 104 and 278 Adoption Agreements Procuring multi-utility packages and an understanding of statutory service wayleaves and easements An understanding of contract procurement under ICC and NEC forms of contract Excellent communication and project management Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across all internal and external parties Highly organized, motivated and goal-orientated Full diving licence Desirable Degree in appropriate field Membership of a professional body Confident in their own abilities Can make informed decisions under pressure Ability to see opportunities to value engineer where opportunities arise Working knowledge of Health and Safety best practice Prince 2 Foundation/Practitioner More about the Associate Project Director role Project Lead for a flagship scheme with significant infrastructure delivery and oversight of 2 on-site Project Managers. The delivery of primary infrastructure to serve both internal and external land sales across our portfolio. Taking responsibility for and supporting the cost consultant and contract administrator and working with NEC and ICC forms of contract with a Principal Contractor. Manage, review and maintain the financial viability of each development and ensure technical budgets and cost to completes are forecast and robustly controlled, whilst liaising with the Financial Analysis team feeding into longer term budgets and forecasts. Lead and support a Vistry team where necessary in the delivery, maintenance and adoption of roads, drainage and open spaces. Programme, risk and opportunity registers and exit strategies are to be maintained in the agreed Strategic Land format for regular review. Ensure all contractual and legal requirements are logged, tracked and delivered for allocated developments. Secure pre and post start activities and planning conditions to be discharged via liaison with the Planning Team, Land Team and Local Planning Officer. Secure internal governance approval and ensure that all other necessary permissions have been applied for and secured to prevent delays occurring to start on site and project delivery. Work collaboratively with Vistry operating regions and other housebuilders, to enable their housebuilding delivery through efficient sitewide project management. Provide visibility across Vistry Group and operating Regions as to progress against target milestones. Manage consultant expenditure within the project budget. Show a strong team ethic within a multi-skilled Strategic Land team, demonstrating Vistry's core values of Integrity, Caring and Quality. Be an ambassador for Vistry and Strategic Land to our customers, subcontractors, statutory authorities and the general public. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empowerus to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation,â and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. Benefits Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday
£32,849 - £35,896 assuming good attendance Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off) Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our night support workers are a part of enabling our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our night support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in You'll take care of the home and our young people through the night. There will be times when a young person wakes up in the middle of the night dealing with severe trauma, feeling ill, upset or just unable to sleep -having someone there that understands them and provide support in that moment can make a huge difference. Building a rapport and becoming someone our young people can trust in their time of need is what we are looking for. In quieter times we will need you to take care of tasks around the home such as paper work, cleaning and laundry. Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,449 - £32,496 Bonuses: £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance, £2,000 Regional Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a NSO by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
£32,849 - £35,896 assuming good attendance Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off) Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our night support workers are a part of enabling our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our night support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in You'll take care of the home and our young people through the night. There will be times when a young person wakes up in the middle of the night dealing with severe trauma, feeling ill, upset or just unable to sleep -having someone there that understands them and provide support in that moment can make a huge difference. Building a rapport and becoming someone our young people can trust in their time of need is what we are looking for. In quieter times we will need you to take care of tasks around the home such as paper work, cleaning and laundry. Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It's about tapping into each young person's needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,449 - £32,496 Bonuses: £1,400 Attendance Allowance - assuming good attendance, £2,000 Regional Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 7 weeks' holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group - plus you could join our 'Aspire' future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our homes here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences as that's what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don't need experience, but there are a few things we'll be looking for from you: A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you've held for at least 12 months If you don't have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You'll start life as a NSO by joining our 'Care Academy' - 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK's best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
About Us The City of London Corporation manages 11,000 acres of land in and around London, welcoming millions of visitors annually. The North London Open Spaces (NLOS) section oversees c. 1,000 acres of that portfolio and includes some of the UK's most iconic urban greenspaces, including: Hampstead Heath (including Golders Hill Park, Parliament Hill Fields, and Heath Extension) Highgate Wood Queen s Park West Ham Park These beloved green spaces boast spectacular landscapes and vistas, ancient woodland, diverse wildlife, world class sporting and athletics facilities, and heritage assets. We work closely with local communities and stakeholders to preserve and enhance these natural assets, helping to make London one of the most liveable large cities in the world. About the Role This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role at North London Open Spaces, and directly contribute to and make a meaningful impact in the conservation and protection of these cherished green spaces. As a member of the senior management team, the successful candidate will serve as the primary subject matter expert at NLOS for nature conservation, conceiving and leading on initiatives, advising colleagues, and working collaboratively both internally and externally. They will have responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day management of most of Hampstead Heath and all of Highgate Wood, and will also oversee a number of services that function across and support the four open spaces (eg, arboriculture and tree management, waste and recycling, conservation, and ecology). For the better performance of their duties, the Head of Conservation will be required to reside in accommodation that is provided on site and will be scheduled onto an on-call and duty manager rota with other colleagues. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary subject matter expert for nature conservation at Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood, Queen s Park, and West Ham Park Oversee the day-to-day management of Highgate Wood and most of Hampstead Heath Oversee arboriculture / tree management, waste management, conservation, habitat creation/restoration and management, wildlife management, water body management, and climate change adaptation across North London Open Spaces Lead and motivate a team of 25-30 multi-skilled professionals committed to the conservation of these four sites Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, including environmental protection, climate change, nature recovery, wildlife protection, flood risk management, and health and safety. About You We are looking for a high-energy and innovative leader with a strong background in nature conservation, open space management, and team leadership. The successful candidate will bring: Demonstrable experience in managing complex public open spaces. Comprehensive experience developing and delivering biodiversity and land management programmes and projects in a range of habitats, ideally within an urban setting. Significant experience managing complex conservation work and projects across varied landscapes Significant knowledge of biodiversity and wildlife management, including land and water management. Strong experience managing a diverse team of professionals in an operational environment. Experience of implementing legislation and policy relevant to biodiversity conservation, planning guidance, and site designation for wildlife conservation and species status designations. A highly creative, entrepreneurial and can do approach to problem solving, with the ability to remain resilient in the face of challenges. Strong quantitative skills and comfort interrogating and analysing data and budgets. Why Join Us? Opportunity to join a prestigious organisation that protects some of London s most treasured landscapes. Lead through a high-impact role with the opportunity to shape the future of these iconic spaces. Work within a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to conservation and community engagement. Work across multiple iconic sites. Competitive salary and benefits package. How to Apply If you are excited about the opportunity to play a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing London s most cherished green spaces, we d love to hear from you. Provisional Interview dates: W/C 6th October & 13th October 2025 Closing date: 12 Noon on Monday 22nd September 2025 To apply please click the Apply button. The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. Because our roles are so varied, we don t have a one size fits all policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs. For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide . We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we re meeting our attendance needs.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
About Us The City of London Corporation manages 11,000 acres of land in and around London, welcoming millions of visitors annually. The North London Open Spaces (NLOS) section oversees c. 1,000 acres of that portfolio and includes some of the UK's most iconic urban greenspaces, including: Hampstead Heath (including Golders Hill Park, Parliament Hill Fields, and Heath Extension) Highgate Wood Queen s Park West Ham Park These beloved green spaces boast spectacular landscapes and vistas, ancient woodland, diverse wildlife, world class sporting and athletics facilities, and heritage assets. We work closely with local communities and stakeholders to preserve and enhance these natural assets, helping to make London one of the most liveable large cities in the world. About the Role This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role at North London Open Spaces, and directly contribute to and make a meaningful impact in the conservation and protection of these cherished green spaces. As a member of the senior management team, the successful candidate will serve as the primary subject matter expert at NLOS for nature conservation, conceiving and leading on initiatives, advising colleagues, and working collaboratively both internally and externally. They will have responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day management of most of Hampstead Heath and all of Highgate Wood, and will also oversee a number of services that function across and support the four open spaces (eg, arboriculture and tree management, waste and recycling, conservation, and ecology). For the better performance of their duties, the Head of Conservation will be required to reside in accommodation that is provided on site and will be scheduled onto an on-call and duty manager rota with other colleagues. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary subject matter expert for nature conservation at Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood, Queen s Park, and West Ham Park Oversee the day-to-day management of Highgate Wood and most of Hampstead Heath Oversee arboriculture / tree management, waste management, conservation, habitat creation/restoration and management, wildlife management, water body management, and climate change adaptation across North London Open Spaces Lead and motivate a team of 25-30 multi-skilled professionals committed to the conservation of these four sites Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, including environmental protection, climate change, nature recovery, wildlife protection, flood risk management, and health and safety. About You We are looking for a high-energy and innovative leader with a strong background in nature conservation, open space management, and team leadership. The successful candidate will bring: Demonstrable experience in managing complex public open spaces. Comprehensive experience developing and delivering biodiversity and land management programmes and projects in a range of habitats, ideally within an urban setting. Significant experience managing complex conservation work and projects across varied landscapes Significant knowledge of biodiversity and wildlife management, including land and water management. Strong experience managing a diverse team of professionals in an operational environment. Experience of implementing legislation and policy relevant to biodiversity conservation, planning guidance, and site designation for wildlife conservation and species status designations. A highly creative, entrepreneurial and can do approach to problem solving, with the ability to remain resilient in the face of challenges. Strong quantitative skills and comfort interrogating and analysing data and budgets. Why Join Us? Opportunity to join a prestigious organisation that protects some of London s most treasured landscapes. Lead through a high-impact role with the opportunity to shape the future of these iconic spaces. Work within a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to conservation and community engagement. Work across multiple iconic sites. Competitive salary and benefits package. How to Apply If you are excited about the opportunity to play a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing London s most cherished green spaces, we d love to hear from you. Provisional Interview dates: W/C 6th October & 13th October 2025 Closing date: 12 Noon on Monday 22nd September 2025 To apply please click the Apply button. The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. Because our roles are so varied, we don t have a one size fits all policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs. For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide . We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we re meeting our attendance needs.
Edmund Optics is a leading manufacturer and supplier of optics, imaging, and photonics technology. Edmund Optics state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities combined with its global distribution network has earned it the position as being one of the largest supplier of off-the-shelf optical components and a trusted partner when it comes to customized solutions. Supporting numerous markets around the globe, including advanced diagnostics, semiconductor & electronics, machine vision, automation, and R&D; Edmund Optics products are used in a variety of applications ranging from DNA sequencing to retinal eye scanning to high-speed factory automation. Edmund Optics Europe, a US owned-group consisting of Edmund Optics subsidiaries in Germany, UK, Netherlands and France, is responsible for sales, marketing, distribution, engineering and application support for a wide product range throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Europe is one of the main growth markets for Edmund Optics globally, leading to a rapidly expanding and developing local team. To accelerate our success and growth within the European Market, Edmund Optics is looking for a Group Product Manager (f/m/d) The Group Product Manager (GPM) is a key leadership role within our product organization, living at the intersection of Product Management and team development. The GPM is responsible for managing and mentoring a team of product managers while also directly overseeing the strategy, roadmap, and execution of key product categories. The GPM is instrumental in shaping our product vision, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering products and solutions that create value for our customers and support corporate growth and profitability objectives. Responsibilities include training, managing and mentoring a high-performing team of product managers, including providing regular feedback and career development support; defining success metrics for products and teams, and using data to guide decision-making and improve outcomes; and ensuring product development efforts are data-informed, timely, and aligned with measurable business impact. A GPM will work closely with other functional areas including sales, marketing, supply chain, and design engineering to develop and execute business cases for new product initiatives. Some travel is required. Essential Functions: Lead, mentor, and train a team of product managers across multiple product lines and office locationsFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric thinkingSet individual goals/KPIs, conduct regular reviews, and support career developmentLead product discovery efforts to deeply understand customer needs, industry trends, and competitive dynamicsDrive a data-informed approach to product prioritization and optimizationDefine, execute, and communicate the product strategy and plan for their specific product areasDevelop business cases, business plans, and product roadmaps for those product areas, including forecasts, global competitive landscape, and target customers, applications, and marketsDevelop pricing and product launch strategies that support corporate goals and market expectationsMaintain relationships with key suppliers, partners, and customersTranslate customer pain points into clear, actionable product requirementsStay informed on the competitive landscape and emerging technologiesComply with statutory and company policies, procedures, and regulations Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Your profile: Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering, Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, or related technical field8+ years experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or people management role, MBA or equivalent experience in business strategy and operations preferredDemonstrated success in ideating or identifying and launching successful productsStrong leadership and people development skillsHigh level of personal initiativeStrong analytical skills, organizational, and strategic thinking skillsEntrepreneurial spirit and technical curiosityExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilitiesWillingness to work with many groups, across departments, and show strong team spiritCan manage heavy workload of multiple, concurrent projects and priorities at onceExcellent problem solving and creative thinking capabilitiesProficient with all MS Office softwareWillingness to travel occasionally What we offer: A versatile and challenging position alongside a highly competitive employment package within our dynamic and successful corporation in a growing and future-proof industry. You will have the opportunity to work with highly motivated, self-driven and open-minded people with a great team spirit. This office-based position can be located in Mainz (Germany), York (UK) or Lyon (France), depending on the candidate's preference. Please send your application to .
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Edmund Optics is a leading manufacturer and supplier of optics, imaging, and photonics technology. Edmund Optics state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities combined with its global distribution network has earned it the position as being one of the largest supplier of off-the-shelf optical components and a trusted partner when it comes to customized solutions. Supporting numerous markets around the globe, including advanced diagnostics, semiconductor & electronics, machine vision, automation, and R&D; Edmund Optics products are used in a variety of applications ranging from DNA sequencing to retinal eye scanning to high-speed factory automation. Edmund Optics Europe, a US owned-group consisting of Edmund Optics subsidiaries in Germany, UK, Netherlands and France, is responsible for sales, marketing, distribution, engineering and application support for a wide product range throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Europe is one of the main growth markets for Edmund Optics globally, leading to a rapidly expanding and developing local team. To accelerate our success and growth within the European Market, Edmund Optics is looking for a Group Product Manager (f/m/d) The Group Product Manager (GPM) is a key leadership role within our product organization, living at the intersection of Product Management and team development. The GPM is responsible for managing and mentoring a team of product managers while also directly overseeing the strategy, roadmap, and execution of key product categories. The GPM is instrumental in shaping our product vision, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering products and solutions that create value for our customers and support corporate growth and profitability objectives. Responsibilities include training, managing and mentoring a high-performing team of product managers, including providing regular feedback and career development support; defining success metrics for products and teams, and using data to guide decision-making and improve outcomes; and ensuring product development efforts are data-informed, timely, and aligned with measurable business impact. A GPM will work closely with other functional areas including sales, marketing, supply chain, and design engineering to develop and execute business cases for new product initiatives. Some travel is required. Essential Functions: Lead, mentor, and train a team of product managers across multiple product lines and office locationsFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric thinkingSet individual goals/KPIs, conduct regular reviews, and support career developmentLead product discovery efforts to deeply understand customer needs, industry trends, and competitive dynamicsDrive a data-informed approach to product prioritization and optimizationDefine, execute, and communicate the product strategy and plan for their specific product areasDevelop business cases, business plans, and product roadmaps for those product areas, including forecasts, global competitive landscape, and target customers, applications, and marketsDevelop pricing and product launch strategies that support corporate goals and market expectationsMaintain relationships with key suppliers, partners, and customersTranslate customer pain points into clear, actionable product requirementsStay informed on the competitive landscape and emerging technologiesComply with statutory and company policies, procedures, and regulations Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Your profile: Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering, Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, or related technical field8+ years experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or people management role, MBA or equivalent experience in business strategy and operations preferredDemonstrated success in ideating or identifying and launching successful productsStrong leadership and people development skillsHigh level of personal initiativeStrong analytical skills, organizational, and strategic thinking skillsEntrepreneurial spirit and technical curiosityExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilitiesWillingness to work with many groups, across departments, and show strong team spiritCan manage heavy workload of multiple, concurrent projects and priorities at onceExcellent problem solving and creative thinking capabilitiesProficient with all MS Office softwareWillingness to travel occasionally What we offer: A versatile and challenging position alongside a highly competitive employment package within our dynamic and successful corporation in a growing and future-proof industry. You will have the opportunity to work with highly motivated, self-driven and open-minded people with a great team spirit. This office-based position can be located in Mainz (Germany), York (UK) or Lyon (France), depending on the candidate's preference. Please send your application to .
Edmund Optics is a leading manufacturer and supplier of optics, imaging, and photonics technology. Edmund Optics state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities combined with its global distribution network has earned it the position as being one of the largest supplier of off-the-shelf optical components and a trusted partner when it comes to customized solutions. Supporting numerous markets around the globe, including advanced diagnostics, semiconductor & electronics, machine vision, automation, and R&D; Edmund Optics products are used in a variety of applications ranging from DNA sequencing to retinal eye scanning to high-speed factory automation. Edmund Optics Europe, a US owned-group consisting of Edmund Optics subsidiaries in Germany, UK, Netherlands and France, is responsible for sales, marketing, distribution, engineering and application support for a wide product range throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Europe is one of the main growth markets for Edmund Optics globally, leading to a rapidly expanding and developing local team. To accelerate our success and growth within the European Market, Edmund Optics is looking for a Group Product Manager (f/m/d) The Group Product Manager (GPM) is a key leadership role within our product organization, living at the intersection of Product Management and team development. The GPM is responsible for managing and mentoring a team of product managers while also directly overseeing the strategy, roadmap, and execution of key product categories. The GPM is instrumental in shaping our product vision, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering products and solutions that create value for our customers and support corporate growth and profitability objectives. Responsibilities include training, managing and mentoring a high-performing team of product managers, including providing regular feedback and career development support; defining success metrics for products and teams, and using data to guide decision-making and improve outcomes; and ensuring product development efforts are data-informed, timely, and aligned with measurable business impact. A GPM will work closely with other functional areas including sales, marketing, supply chain, and design engineering to develop and execute business cases for new product initiatives. Some travel is required. Essential Functions: Lead, mentor, and train a team of product managers across multiple product lines and office locationsFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric thinkingSet individual goals/KPIs, conduct regular reviews, and support career developmentLead product discovery efforts to deeply understand customer needs, industry trends, and competitive dynamicsDrive a data-informed approach to product prioritization and optimizationDefine, execute, and communicate the product strategy and plan for their specific product areasDevelop business cases, business plans, and product roadmaps for those product areas, including forecasts, global competitive landscape, and target customers, applications, and marketsDevelop pricing and product launch strategies that support corporate goals and market expectationsMaintain relationships with key suppliers, partners, and customersTranslate customer pain points into clear, actionable product requirementsStay informed on the competitive landscape and emerging technologiesComply with statutory and company policies, procedures, and regulations Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Your profile: Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering, Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, or related technical field8+ years experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or people management role, MBA or equivalent experience in business strategy and operations preferredDemonstrated success in ideating or identifying and launching successful productsStrong leadership and people development skillsHigh level of personal initiativeStrong analytical skills, organizational, and strategic thinking skillsEntrepreneurial spirit and technical curiosityExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilitiesWillingness to work with many groups, across departments, and show strong team spiritCan manage heavy workload of multiple, concurrent projects and priorities at onceExcellent problem solving and creative thinking capabilitiesProficient with all MS Office softwareWillingness to travel occasionally What we offer: A versatile and challenging position alongside a highly competitive employment package within our dynamic and successful corporation in a growing and future-proof industry. You will have the opportunity to work with highly motivated, self-driven and open-minded people with a great team spirit. This office-based position can be located in Mainz (Germany), York (UK) or Lyon (France), depending on the candidate's preference. Please send your application to .
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Edmund Optics is a leading manufacturer and supplier of optics, imaging, and photonics technology. Edmund Optics state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities combined with its global distribution network has earned it the position as being one of the largest supplier of off-the-shelf optical components and a trusted partner when it comes to customized solutions. Supporting numerous markets around the globe, including advanced diagnostics, semiconductor & electronics, machine vision, automation, and R&D; Edmund Optics products are used in a variety of applications ranging from DNA sequencing to retinal eye scanning to high-speed factory automation. Edmund Optics Europe, a US owned-group consisting of Edmund Optics subsidiaries in Germany, UK, Netherlands and France, is responsible for sales, marketing, distribution, engineering and application support for a wide product range throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Europe is one of the main growth markets for Edmund Optics globally, leading to a rapidly expanding and developing local team. To accelerate our success and growth within the European Market, Edmund Optics is looking for a Group Product Manager (f/m/d) The Group Product Manager (GPM) is a key leadership role within our product organization, living at the intersection of Product Management and team development. The GPM is responsible for managing and mentoring a team of product managers while also directly overseeing the strategy, roadmap, and execution of key product categories. The GPM is instrumental in shaping our product vision, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering products and solutions that create value for our customers and support corporate growth and profitability objectives. Responsibilities include training, managing and mentoring a high-performing team of product managers, including providing regular feedback and career development support; defining success metrics for products and teams, and using data to guide decision-making and improve outcomes; and ensuring product development efforts are data-informed, timely, and aligned with measurable business impact. A GPM will work closely with other functional areas including sales, marketing, supply chain, and design engineering to develop and execute business cases for new product initiatives. Some travel is required. Essential Functions: Lead, mentor, and train a team of product managers across multiple product lines and office locationsFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric thinkingSet individual goals/KPIs, conduct regular reviews, and support career developmentLead product discovery efforts to deeply understand customer needs, industry trends, and competitive dynamicsDrive a data-informed approach to product prioritization and optimizationDefine, execute, and communicate the product strategy and plan for their specific product areasDevelop business cases, business plans, and product roadmaps for those product areas, including forecasts, global competitive landscape, and target customers, applications, and marketsDevelop pricing and product launch strategies that support corporate goals and market expectationsMaintain relationships with key suppliers, partners, and customersTranslate customer pain points into clear, actionable product requirementsStay informed on the competitive landscape and emerging technologiesComply with statutory and company policies, procedures, and regulations Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Your profile: Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering, Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, or related technical field8+ years experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or people management role, MBA or equivalent experience in business strategy and operations preferredDemonstrated success in ideating or identifying and launching successful productsStrong leadership and people development skillsHigh level of personal initiativeStrong analytical skills, organizational, and strategic thinking skillsEntrepreneurial spirit and technical curiosityExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilitiesWillingness to work with many groups, across departments, and show strong team spiritCan manage heavy workload of multiple, concurrent projects and priorities at onceExcellent problem solving and creative thinking capabilitiesProficient with all MS Office softwareWillingness to travel occasionally What we offer: A versatile and challenging position alongside a highly competitive employment package within our dynamic and successful corporation in a growing and future-proof industry. You will have the opportunity to work with highly motivated, self-driven and open-minded people with a great team spirit. This office-based position can be located in Mainz (Germany), York (UK) or Lyon (France), depending on the candidate's preference. Please send your application to .
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist - In-Product Journeys Contract: - 6 months possible extension London: Hybrid 2 days in office Rate: 450 tp 550/ a day Umbrella We are looking for a Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist with deep expertise in in-product optimisation and customer journey mapping. This role is central to driving measurable improvements in user acquisition, activation, engagement, and retention through data-driven experimentation, funnel analysis, and personalized journey building. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigour with customer empathy, knows how to translate insights into seamless product experiences, and has the technical acumen to work hand-in-hand with product managers, designers, and engineers. Key Responsibilities Conversion Optimisation & Experimentation Design and execute A/B and multivariate tests to improve in-product conversion and engagement metrics. Own the experimentation roadmap across onboarding, upsell flows, feature adoption, and cross-sell opportunities. Define key success metrics (activation rate, trial-to-paid, retention, churn reduction) and build dashboards with our analytics team to track progress. Journey Building & Mapping Map and optimise customer journeys across the product lifecycle, identifying friction points and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with various marketing functions to align in-product and out-of-product experiences (email, push, etc.). Develop and maintain a journey playbook to ensure consistency across user segments. Insights & Analysis Use quantitative (analytics, funnel tracking, cohort analysis) and qualitative (user testing, surveys, feedback) data to identify barriers to conversion. Partner with data teams to segment users and personalise journeys. Provide actionable insights to product, marketing, and engineering teams. Collaboration & Implementation Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and engineers to ship impactful optimisations. Translate test findings into requirements and implementation plans. Advocate for a test-and-learn culture within product squads. Skills & Experience Proven track record in CRO roles, ideally focused on in-product optimisation (SaaS, subscription, or ecommerce experience preferred). Strong expertise with tools like Google Optimize, Optimizely, VWO, Amplitude, Mixpanel, GA4, Hotjar, FullStory, or similar. Hands-on experience building and analysing A/B tests, multivariate tests, and funnel optimisation. Proficiency in journey mapping and lifecycle design with a customer-centric approach. Strong understanding of UX best practices, persuasion principles, and behavioural psychology. Data literacy: ability to analyse large datasets, run SQL queries, and work with dashboards. Nice to have: web development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to prototype and implement tests quickly. Attributes Analytical thinker with a bias for action. Comfortable operating at the intersection of product, marketing, and engineering. Strong communication and storytelling skills - able to turn data into clear narratives and recommendations. Growth mindset: thrives in a test-learn-iterate environment. Success Metrics Improved activation and trial-to-paid conversion rates. Increased product adoption and feature utilisation. Reduction of drop-offs at critical funnel stages. Scalable, repeatable testing and optimisation framework embedded into the product org. What We Offer Opportunity to make a direct impact on millions of small businesses using QuickBooks worldwide. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Career growth and learning opportunities in a global tech leader. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 04, 2025
Contractor
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist - In-Product Journeys Contract: - 6 months possible extension London: Hybrid 2 days in office Rate: 450 tp 550/ a day Umbrella We are looking for a Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialist with deep expertise in in-product optimisation and customer journey mapping. This role is central to driving measurable improvements in user acquisition, activation, engagement, and retention through data-driven experimentation, funnel analysis, and personalized journey building. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigour with customer empathy, knows how to translate insights into seamless product experiences, and has the technical acumen to work hand-in-hand with product managers, designers, and engineers. Key Responsibilities Conversion Optimisation & Experimentation Design and execute A/B and multivariate tests to improve in-product conversion and engagement metrics. Own the experimentation roadmap across onboarding, upsell flows, feature adoption, and cross-sell opportunities. Define key success metrics (activation rate, trial-to-paid, retention, churn reduction) and build dashboards with our analytics team to track progress. Journey Building & Mapping Map and optimise customer journeys across the product lifecycle, identifying friction points and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with various marketing functions to align in-product and out-of-product experiences (email, push, etc.). Develop and maintain a journey playbook to ensure consistency across user segments. Insights & Analysis Use quantitative (analytics, funnel tracking, cohort analysis) and qualitative (user testing, surveys, feedback) data to identify barriers to conversion. Partner with data teams to segment users and personalise journeys. Provide actionable insights to product, marketing, and engineering teams. Collaboration & Implementation Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and engineers to ship impactful optimisations. Translate test findings into requirements and implementation plans. Advocate for a test-and-learn culture within product squads. Skills & Experience Proven track record in CRO roles, ideally focused on in-product optimisation (SaaS, subscription, or ecommerce experience preferred). Strong expertise with tools like Google Optimize, Optimizely, VWO, Amplitude, Mixpanel, GA4, Hotjar, FullStory, or similar. Hands-on experience building and analysing A/B tests, multivariate tests, and funnel optimisation. Proficiency in journey mapping and lifecycle design with a customer-centric approach. Strong understanding of UX best practices, persuasion principles, and behavioural psychology. Data literacy: ability to analyse large datasets, run SQL queries, and work with dashboards. Nice to have: web development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to prototype and implement tests quickly. Attributes Analytical thinker with a bias for action. Comfortable operating at the intersection of product, marketing, and engineering. Strong communication and storytelling skills - able to turn data into clear narratives and recommendations. Growth mindset: thrives in a test-learn-iterate environment. Success Metrics Improved activation and trial-to-paid conversion rates. Increased product adoption and feature utilisation. Reduction of drop-offs at critical funnel stages. Scalable, repeatable testing and optimisation framework embedded into the product org. What We Offer Opportunity to make a direct impact on millions of small businesses using QuickBooks worldwide. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Career growth and learning opportunities in a global tech leader. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
