The Digital Inclusion Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the Black Country s vision - of creating a region where people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds can be active, move more, and enjoy sport - through maximising the use of digital connectivity to realise health, wellbeing and community benefits. This role aims to increase a range of opportunities for local people to be active & move more, through implementing the Physical Activity Digital Inclusion strategy to address user needs, develop digital literacy and confidence through training and support, and collaborate with other sectors to create inclusive digital services and opportunities. Main Duties 1. As the Digital Inclusion Manager, you will develop and manage an implementation plan which reflects the desired outcomes of Active Black Country s Physical Activity Digital Strategy. 2. Work with the place partners across the 4 Black Country local authority areas and Active Black Country to develop a comprehensive understanding of the digital landscape across the Black Country. 3. Develop effective working relationships with a breadth of partners and organisations to support integration across digital platforms and systems to connect, maximise resources and influence across the Black Country. 4. Be the lead advocate for the Black Country Moving digital platform as a resource for stakeholders and community organisations to promote opportunities for people to be active and access high quality CPD & training. 5. Work closely with Active Black Country s Active Communities Strategic Lead to oversee the work of the Community Engagement Officers and work closely with partners to build capacity across community organisations to become confident and capable in using digital tools that make it easier for residents to access physical activity opportunities. 6. Sustain an inclusive and accessible open data Black Country Moving Platform that promotes a diverse range of activities, services, training and CPD. 7. Ensure the Black Country Moving platform remains accessible, user friendly and responsive to community and partners needs. 8. Co-ordinate and chair project steering group meetings and produce reports for partners and appropriate governance requirements. Including ABC Strategic investment Committee. 9. Working with the support of the ABC Strategic Lead for Impact, ensure monitoring, evaluation and learning is captured and applied to help us fulfil organisational and place ambitions. 10. Work with the Active Black Country Strategic Communications Lead to share case studies and good news stories. 11. Under the Director of Partnerships manage the digital inclusion budget, ensuring accurate financial management and reporting. 12. Ensuring compliance at all times with contract management, procurement and finance procedures. 13. To be responsible and take reasonable care for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and other employees and the public in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation and company procedures. 14. Adhere to the Data Protection Act at all times. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times. 15. To adhere to all relevant Active Black Country Limited policies and procedures at all times. 16. Undertake such other duties as may be appropriate. Person Specification 1. Able to work as a trusted partner and build strong, effective, and valued relationships across a wide range of people and organisations. 2. Visibly values and promotes co-design and can bring people together to jointly create innovative ideas and practice. 3. Skilled in building trust and long-term relationships across sectors especially with local partners, community-based organisations, local authorities and charities. 4. Proven experience of leading digital projects, employment and skills programmes or related work and a willingness to maintain contemporary knowledge of digital trends. 5. Demonstrates professional, voluntary, or lived experience of communities most marginalised or under-represented in being active. Has knowledge and understanding of the barriers to activity. Can articulate, demonstrate, or evidence the valuable role that physical activity and sport can contribute to health, environmental & socio-economic outcomes. 6. Strong understanding of digital technologies (cloud platforms, data analytics, data integration, open data) 7. Demonstrable expertise in building a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice, by supporting teams to ask effective questions, use data wisely, and apply learning practically. 8. Able to work with complexity and influence and advocate for learning beyond programme delivery. 9. Can effectively prioritise and set and meet objectives within deadlines and planned goals. 10. Can demonstrate a quality of thought disseminating data, insight and trends translating it into meaningful action and decision making. 11. Strong written and verbal skills, able to distil learning clearly for different audiences, including communities, partners, and funders. 12. A self-starter who shows skills in agile and adaptive working proving they can respond quickly, work flexibly and navigate through fast-paced, changing, complex and uncertain environments.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
The Digital Inclusion Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the Black Country s vision - of creating a region where people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds can be active, move more, and enjoy sport - through maximising the use of digital connectivity to realise health, wellbeing and community benefits. This role aims to increase a range of opportunities for local people to be active & move more, through implementing the Physical Activity Digital Inclusion strategy to address user needs, develop digital literacy and confidence through training and support, and collaborate with other sectors to create inclusive digital services and opportunities. Main Duties 1. As the Digital Inclusion Manager, you will develop and manage an implementation plan which reflects the desired outcomes of Active Black Country s Physical Activity Digital Strategy. 2. Work with the place partners across the 4 Black Country local authority areas and Active Black Country to develop a comprehensive understanding of the digital landscape across the Black Country. 3. Develop effective working relationships with a breadth of partners and organisations to support integration across digital platforms and systems to connect, maximise resources and influence across the Black Country. 4. Be the lead advocate for the Black Country Moving digital platform as a resource for stakeholders and community organisations to promote opportunities for people to be active and access high quality CPD & training. 5. Work closely with Active Black Country s Active Communities Strategic Lead to oversee the work of the Community Engagement Officers and work closely with partners to build capacity across community organisations to become confident and capable in using digital tools that make it easier for residents to access physical activity opportunities. 6. Sustain an inclusive and accessible open data Black Country Moving Platform that promotes a diverse range of activities, services, training and CPD. 7. Ensure the Black Country Moving platform remains accessible, user friendly and responsive to community and partners needs. 8. Co-ordinate and chair project steering group meetings and produce reports for partners and appropriate governance requirements. Including ABC Strategic investment Committee. 9. Working with the support of the ABC Strategic Lead for Impact, ensure monitoring, evaluation and learning is captured and applied to help us fulfil organisational and place ambitions. 10. Work with the Active Black Country Strategic Communications Lead to share case studies and good news stories. 11. Under the Director of Partnerships manage the digital inclusion budget, ensuring accurate financial management and reporting. 12. Ensuring compliance at all times with contract management, procurement and finance procedures. 13. To be responsible and take reasonable care for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and other employees and the public in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation and company procedures. 14. Adhere to the Data Protection Act at all times. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times. 15. To adhere to all relevant Active Black Country Limited policies and procedures at all times. 16. Undertake such other duties as may be appropriate. Person Specification 1. Able to work as a trusted partner and build strong, effective, and valued relationships across a wide range of people and organisations. 2. Visibly values and promotes co-design and can bring people together to jointly create innovative ideas and practice. 3. Skilled in building trust and long-term relationships across sectors especially with local partners, community-based organisations, local authorities and charities. 4. Proven experience of leading digital projects, employment and skills programmes or related work and a willingness to maintain contemporary knowledge of digital trends. 5. Demonstrates professional, voluntary, or lived experience of communities most marginalised or under-represented in being active. Has knowledge and understanding of the barriers to activity. Can articulate, demonstrate, or evidence the valuable role that physical activity and sport can contribute to health, environmental & socio-economic outcomes. 6. Strong understanding of digital technologies (cloud platforms, data analytics, data integration, open data) 7. Demonstrable expertise in building a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice, by supporting teams to ask effective questions, use data wisely, and apply learning practically. 8. Able to work with complexity and influence and advocate for learning beyond programme delivery. 9. Can effectively prioritise and set and meet objectives within deadlines and planned goals. 10. Can demonstrate a quality of thought disseminating data, insight and trends translating it into meaningful action and decision making. 11. Strong written and verbal skills, able to distil learning clearly for different audiences, including communities, partners, and funders. 12. A self-starter who shows skills in agile and adaptive working proving they can respond quickly, work flexibly and navigate through fast-paced, changing, complex and uncertain environments.
Hybrid working practices in place. Reporting directly into the COO this is the lead role for Information Technology About Our Client The Courtauld works to advance how we see and understand the visual arts, as an internationally-renowned centre for the teaching, research of art history and a major public gallery. Since 1932, The Courtauld has been opening minds and hearts to art through our work as a world-leading university for art history, conservation, and curating, with a very special gallery at its core. We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to our gallery, our undergraduate and graduate courses, our research programmes, and our public lectures and events - fulfilling our founding mission to enable 'art for all'. Founded by collectors and philanthropists in the 1930s, the organisation has been at the forefront of the study of art ever since, through advanced research and conservation practice, innovative teaching, the renowned collection and inspiring exhibitions of its gallery, and engaging and accessible activities, education, and events. Academically, The Courtauld faculty is the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK, teaching and carrying out research on subjects from creativity in late Antiquity to contemporary digital art forms, with an increasingly global focus. An independent college of the University of London, The Courtauld offers a range of degree programmes from BA to PhD in the History of Art, curating, and the conservation of easel and wall paintings. Its alumni are leaders and innovators in the arts, culture, and business worlds, helping to shape the global agenda for the arts and creative industries. The Courtauld cares for one of the greatest art collections in the UK, sharing these works with the public at The Courtauld Gallery in central London, as well as through loans and partnerships. The Gallery is most famous for its iconic Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, such as Van Gogh's Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Berg re. It showcases these alongside an internationally renowned collection of works from the Renaissance through to the present day. Founded on the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with art, The Courtauld works to increase understanding of the role played by art throughout history, in all societies, and across all geographies, as well as being a champion for the importance of art in the present day. This could be through exhibitions offering a chance to look closely at world-famous works; accessible and expert short courses; events bringing art history research to new audiences; digital engagement, innovative school, family, and community programmes; or taking a formal qualification. The Courtauld's ambition is to transform access to art history education by extending the horizons of what this is, and ensuring as many people as possible can benefit from the tools to better understand the visual world around us. Our technology is essential to everything we do at The Courtauld. Reporting directly to the COO, this is a senior role within the organisation. The Head of Information Technology will be focused on improving the technical services across the organisation, building and motivating an efficient and results-focused team, providing support to the Senior Management Team and spearheading a digitalisation programme throughout the Institute to automate and strengthen operations. Job Description We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic technical expert with extensive experience managing a small but complex IT environment. Purpose of the job: - To take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a robust IT Service to meet the needs of The Courtauld. - To lead the development and execution of the Information Technology strategy, including clear prioritisation of critical elements, in support of, and underpinning, the organisational strategy and business plan. - To be the Subject Matter Expert on existing and emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities: Service - Provide an excellent and accessible Information Technology service to staff, students, and visitors in all locations where we have a presence. - Ensure that core information systems and services are delivered reliably and to expected standards. - Establish and monitor appropriate processes, mechanisms and Service Level Agreements to ensure service delivery alignment, including liaison with key process owners. - Lead effective communications with user groups through seeking feedback, working collaboratively, and transmitting information about innovations or service problems in a timely and professional manner. - Conduct user satisfaction surveys and produce reports based on these, along with regular reports against agreed KPI's with breaches and mitigations. - Support the team by taking a direct and "hands-on" role in resolving IT issues, which are adversely affecting service users' ability to undertake their roles. - Maintain a strong awareness of technology that will assist key learning, teaching and research and public engagement strategies. Security Take responsibility and lead on all aspects of the IT security, disaster recovery and business continuity planning and ensure appropriate testing to an agreed schedule and format. Ensure robust processes are in place to monitor and manage security threats. Carry out regular audits of the system to ensure defences are adequate and remediate where necessary. Drive best practice regarding Cyber Security amongst the IT Team and throughout the Institute. Ensure IT Security documentation is regularly reviewed and kept up to date. Work with established organisations such as NCSC, JISC, etc, to keep up to date with security threat factors. People Lead, manage and develop the Information Technology team and create a positive working environment, providing individuals with clear objectives, ensuring supervision of professional standards and competence, and effectively managing performance. Have the skills and experience to be the senior technical subject matter expert for the Institute. Strategic Technical Advisor for the Senior Management Team and Governing Board. Finance and Procurement Prepare, manage and monitor the IT budget. Identify appropriate suppliers and partners for the delivery of specified applications and services. Manage the purchase, installation and implementation of all new hardware, software and network products within agreed budgets, investment appraisal and time scales. Maintain transparent systems for the purchase and provision of all hardware, software, devices and internal systems used by The Courtauld. Transformation Drive business transformation and achieve increased operational efficiency, value for money, and proven financial effectiveness by improving information systems, system integration and process automation, and enhancing management information, business intelligence and analytics. Undertake and deliver specific investigations, scoping exercises, and strategic projects as identified by the Senior Management Team. Ensure that all projects and programmes are managed, are in line with best practice and that projects are delivered on time and to key milestones. Advise the Senior Management Team on the definition of key performance indicators and initiate opportunities to take management action and improve performance. Governance Ensure that all operations are carried out within relevant Health and Safety legislation and that staff work within The Courtauld's Health and Safety policy. Support Governance in establishing and maintaining a robust Data Management Framework Other Carry out any other duties determined appropriate by the Chief Operating Officer The Successful Applicant The role would suit someone who is very hands-on and motivated, who would like to make a significant contribution to the running of the IT department. Essential: - Expertise in and successful experience of systems with knowledge of technologies. -A track record in financial and project management within IT. -Demonstrable experience in strategic planning. - Expertise in the analysis and development of IT processes and change management. -Comprehensive understanding and proven experience of risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. - Recent experience in securing contracts within a Procurement process. - Proven experience in leading and managing a team. - Recent experience of implementing a Cyber Security strategy. - Previous experience in managing effective relationships at a senior level and with external stakeholders. - Ability to delegate tasks whilst maintaining high quality. - High level of analytical skills. - Highly developed and demonstrable communication and presentation skills. - Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. - Proven experience in change management. Desirable but not essential: Demonstrable knowledge of higher education and policies. Education, Qualifications and Training Essential: Degree qualification or equivalent. Professional qualification in IT / IT&S. Desirable but not essential: . click apply for full job details
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Hybrid working practices in place. Reporting directly into the COO this is the lead role for Information Technology About Our Client The Courtauld works to advance how we see and understand the visual arts, as an internationally-renowned centre for the teaching, research of art history and a major public gallery. Since 1932, The Courtauld has been opening minds and hearts to art through our work as a world-leading university for art history, conservation, and curating, with a very special gallery at its core. We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to our gallery, our undergraduate and graduate courses, our research programmes, and our public lectures and events - fulfilling our founding mission to enable 'art for all'. Founded by collectors and philanthropists in the 1930s, the organisation has been at the forefront of the study of art ever since, through advanced research and conservation practice, innovative teaching, the renowned collection and inspiring exhibitions of its gallery, and engaging and accessible activities, education, and events. Academically, The Courtauld faculty is the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK, teaching and carrying out research on subjects from creativity in late Antiquity to contemporary digital art forms, with an increasingly global focus. An independent college of the University of London, The Courtauld offers a range of degree programmes from BA to PhD in the History of Art, curating, and the conservation of easel and wall paintings. Its alumni are leaders and innovators in the arts, culture, and business worlds, helping to shape the global agenda for the arts and creative industries. The Courtauld cares for one of the greatest art collections in the UK, sharing these works with the public at The Courtauld Gallery in central London, as well as through loans and partnerships. The Gallery is most famous for its iconic Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, such as Van Gogh's Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Berg re. It showcases these alongside an internationally renowned collection of works from the Renaissance through to the present day. Founded on the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with art, The Courtauld works to increase understanding of the role played by art throughout history, in all societies, and across all geographies, as well as being a champion for the importance of art in the present day. This could be through exhibitions offering a chance to look closely at world-famous works; accessible and expert short courses; events bringing art history research to new audiences; digital engagement, innovative school, family, and community programmes; or taking a formal qualification. The Courtauld's ambition is to transform access to art history education by extending the horizons of what this is, and ensuring as many people as possible can benefit from the tools to better understand the visual world around us. Our technology is essential to everything we do at The Courtauld. Reporting directly to the COO, this is a senior role within the organisation. The Head of Information Technology will be focused on improving the technical services across the organisation, building and motivating an efficient and results-focused team, providing support to the Senior Management Team and spearheading a digitalisation programme throughout the Institute to automate and strengthen operations. Job Description We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic technical expert with extensive experience managing a small but complex IT environment. Purpose of the job: - To take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a robust IT Service to meet the needs of The Courtauld. - To lead the development and execution of the Information Technology strategy, including clear prioritisation of critical elements, in support of, and underpinning, the organisational strategy and business plan. - To be the Subject Matter Expert on existing and emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities: Service - Provide an excellent and accessible Information Technology service to staff, students, and visitors in all locations where we have a presence. - Ensure that core information systems and services are delivered reliably and to expected standards. - Establish and monitor appropriate processes, mechanisms and Service Level Agreements to ensure service delivery alignment, including liaison with key process owners. - Lead effective communications with user groups through seeking feedback, working collaboratively, and transmitting information about innovations or service problems in a timely and professional manner. - Conduct user satisfaction surveys and produce reports based on these, along with regular reports against agreed KPI's with breaches and mitigations. - Support the team by taking a direct and "hands-on" role in resolving IT issues, which are adversely affecting service users' ability to undertake their roles. - Maintain a strong awareness of technology that will assist key learning, teaching and research and public engagement strategies. Security Take responsibility and lead on all aspects of the IT security, disaster recovery and business continuity planning and ensure appropriate testing to an agreed schedule and format. Ensure robust processes are in place to monitor and manage security threats. Carry out regular audits of the system to ensure defences are adequate and remediate where necessary. Drive best practice regarding Cyber Security amongst the IT Team and throughout the Institute. Ensure IT Security documentation is regularly reviewed and kept up to date. Work with established organisations such as NCSC, JISC, etc, to keep up to date with security threat factors. People Lead, manage and develop the Information Technology team and create a positive working environment, providing individuals with clear objectives, ensuring supervision of professional standards and competence, and effectively managing performance. Have the skills and experience to be the senior technical subject matter expert for the Institute. Strategic Technical Advisor for the Senior Management Team and Governing Board. Finance and Procurement Prepare, manage and monitor the IT budget. Identify appropriate suppliers and partners for the delivery of specified applications and services. Manage the purchase, installation and implementation of all new hardware, software and network products within agreed budgets, investment appraisal and time scales. Maintain transparent systems for the purchase and provision of all hardware, software, devices and internal systems used by The Courtauld. Transformation Drive business transformation and achieve increased operational efficiency, value for money, and proven financial effectiveness by improving information systems, system integration and process automation, and enhancing management information, business intelligence and analytics. Undertake and deliver specific investigations, scoping exercises, and strategic projects as identified by the Senior Management Team. Ensure that all projects and programmes are managed, are in line with best practice and that projects are delivered on time and to key milestones. Advise the Senior Management Team on the definition of key performance indicators and initiate opportunities to take management action and improve performance. Governance Ensure that all operations are carried out within relevant Health and Safety legislation and that staff work within The Courtauld's Health and Safety policy. Support Governance in establishing and maintaining a robust Data Management Framework Other Carry out any other duties determined appropriate by the Chief Operating Officer The Successful Applicant The role would suit someone who is very hands-on and motivated, who would like to make a significant contribution to the running of the IT department. Essential: - Expertise in and successful experience of systems with knowledge of technologies. -A track record in financial and project management within IT. -Demonstrable experience in strategic planning. - Expertise in the analysis and development of IT processes and change management. -Comprehensive understanding and proven experience of risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. - Recent experience in securing contracts within a Procurement process. - Proven experience in leading and managing a team. - Recent experience of implementing a Cyber Security strategy. - Previous experience in managing effective relationships at a senior level and with external stakeholders. - Ability to delegate tasks whilst maintaining high quality. - High level of analytical skills. - Highly developed and demonstrable communication and presentation skills. - Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. - Proven experience in change management. Desirable but not essential: Demonstrable knowledge of higher education and policies. Education, Qualifications and Training Essential: Degree qualification or equivalent. Professional qualification in IT / IT&S. Desirable but not essential: . click apply for full job details
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
Business Support Officer/ Personal Assistant, Belfast, 3-6 Months with possible extension, £14.88 per hour Your new company A Public Sector Organisation based in Belfast City Centre are recruiting for a temporary Business Support Officer. This role will provide an administrative support function to the CEO. Your new role You will provide comprehensive administrative and business support to the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team. This pivotal role ensures the smooth operation of the Executive Office and contributes to the effective governance and strategic delivery of the organisation. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Deliver high-quality administrative support to the Chief Executive, including drafting correspondence, reports, and briefing papers using notes, research, and initiative.Manage the CEO's diary, coordinating meetings and engagements with internal and external stakeholders.Maintain efficient systems and procedures to support the smooth running of the Executive Office. Senior Leadership & Board SupportProvide administrative and business support to the Senior Management Team and Board, including preparing and formatting corporate documents.Support governance processes by assisting with Board and Committee activities as required. Meeting CoordinationLiaise with stakeholders to arrange and facilitate meetings and events.Coordinate the preparation, quality assurance, and distribution of meeting papers.Record and circulate accurate minutes and follow-up actions.Organise staff events, including quarterly planning days, ensuring seamless execution.Manage financial aspects of meetings and events, including corporate card usage, in line with procurement guidelines. Correspondence & Records ManagementHandle internal and external correspondence professionally, exercising sound judgement in responding to queries and managing communications.Maintain electronic and manual filing systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data management standards. Professionalism & DevelopmentUphold high standards of personal accountability and professionalism in all interactions.Build effective working relationships with internal teams and funded partners. What you'll need to succeed • A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade A-C (or equivalent), including English Language and Mathematics. • At least two year's experience of working in an administrative role, providing support directly to senior management. • Experience of facilitating meetings to include preparation and circulation of papers. • Experience of minute taking and following up on action points. • Experience in the use of MS Office package including Word, Excel and Outlook. DESIRABLE • Experience of drafting and reviewing communications & reports to a high standard on behalf of others. What you'll get in return Belfast City Centre Location Immediate start3-6 months with possible extension £14.88 per hourHybrid Working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Sep 04, 2025
Seasonal
Business Support Officer/ Personal Assistant, Belfast, 3-6 Months with possible extension, £14.88 per hour Your new company A Public Sector Organisation based in Belfast City Centre are recruiting for a temporary Business Support Officer. This role will provide an administrative support function to the CEO. Your new role You will provide comprehensive administrative and business support to the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team. This pivotal role ensures the smooth operation of the Executive Office and contributes to the effective governance and strategic delivery of the organisation. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Deliver high-quality administrative support to the Chief Executive, including drafting correspondence, reports, and briefing papers using notes, research, and initiative.Manage the CEO's diary, coordinating meetings and engagements with internal and external stakeholders.Maintain efficient systems and procedures to support the smooth running of the Executive Office. Senior Leadership & Board SupportProvide administrative and business support to the Senior Management Team and Board, including preparing and formatting corporate documents.Support governance processes by assisting with Board and Committee activities as required. Meeting CoordinationLiaise with stakeholders to arrange and facilitate meetings and events.Coordinate the preparation, quality assurance, and distribution of meeting papers.Record and circulate accurate minutes and follow-up actions.Organise staff events, including quarterly planning days, ensuring seamless execution.Manage financial aspects of meetings and events, including corporate card usage, in line with procurement guidelines. Correspondence & Records ManagementHandle internal and external correspondence professionally, exercising sound judgement in responding to queries and managing communications.Maintain electronic and manual filing systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data management standards. Professionalism & DevelopmentUphold high standards of personal accountability and professionalism in all interactions.Build effective working relationships with internal teams and funded partners. What you'll need to succeed • A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade A-C (or equivalent), including English Language and Mathematics. • At least two year's experience of working in an administrative role, providing support directly to senior management. • Experience of facilitating meetings to include preparation and circulation of papers. • Experience of minute taking and following up on action points. • Experience in the use of MS Office package including Word, Excel and Outlook. DESIRABLE • Experience of drafting and reviewing communications & reports to a high standard on behalf of others. What you'll get in return Belfast City Centre Location Immediate start3-6 months with possible extension £14.88 per hourHybrid Working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for Social Workers to join the Children's Social Work Team. Previous experience is required working in Children's Social Work Team. KCC has various positions available across Kent. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services. This should be achieved where appropriate within a multi-agency environment and in accordance with service users' wishes, directorate budget limits and the requirements of the strategic framework and/or lead commissioning framework relating to the procurement of services. Provide and ensure the availability of adequate advocacy arrangements to assist service users towards self-determination of their personal assistance arrangements. Identify and where appropriate manage any safeguarding and quality of care issues in line with directorate policy and practice requirements, taking forward appropriate actions and communication with supervisor / line manager/ other directorate officers and develop investigating officer skills. Ensure that service users are empowered throughout the assessment, are at the centre of the decision making process and have control over their lives. Develop good working relationships with Education and Health staff to contribute to Education, Health and Care plans and other individual plans to ensure that positive outcomes for children and young people are achieved. In order to develop a holistic response, where appropriate, initiate and develop close working partnerships with other agencies: District Councils, voluntary agencies, the commercial and private sectors. Research and maintain a knowledge base of what resources are available in the local community in order to inform decision making on service users' care packages. Communicate effectively with clients and families on a range of issues. Be able to manage difficult situations and problems, promote independence including information, benefit maximisation, support services and equipment in order to inform the range of choices available when a person comes to develop their package of support and manage risk. Take into account issues of mental capacity and duty of care as agreed with a supervisor. Maintain a personal awareness of legislation relevant to children and adults, departmental and corporate policies and procedures, particularly those relating to the Children Act 1989, Carers and Disabled Children Act 2000, Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and any other relevant legislation and case law in order to apply a strong evidence base to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery. Maintain and keep accurate electronic records using the Social Care electronic system. Write and verbally present reports for formal meetings including reviews, case conferences and court proceedings. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Sep 03, 2025
Contractor
Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for Social Workers to join the Children's Social Work Team. Previous experience is required working in Children's Social Work Team. KCC has various positions available across Kent. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor, using agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services. This should be achieved where appropriate within a multi-agency environment and in accordance with service users' wishes, directorate budget limits and the requirements of the strategic framework and/or lead commissioning framework relating to the procurement of services. Provide and ensure the availability of adequate advocacy arrangements to assist service users towards self-determination of their personal assistance arrangements. Identify and where appropriate manage any safeguarding and quality of care issues in line with directorate policy and practice requirements, taking forward appropriate actions and communication with supervisor / line manager/ other directorate officers and develop investigating officer skills. Ensure that service users are empowered throughout the assessment, are at the centre of the decision making process and have control over their lives. Develop good working relationships with Education and Health staff to contribute to Education, Health and Care plans and other individual plans to ensure that positive outcomes for children and young people are achieved. In order to develop a holistic response, where appropriate, initiate and develop close working partnerships with other agencies: District Councils, voluntary agencies, the commercial and private sectors. Research and maintain a knowledge base of what resources are available in the local community in order to inform decision making on service users' care packages. Communicate effectively with clients and families on a range of issues. Be able to manage difficult situations and problems, promote independence including information, benefit maximisation, support services and equipment in order to inform the range of choices available when a person comes to develop their package of support and manage risk. Take into account issues of mental capacity and duty of care as agreed with a supervisor. Maintain a personal awareness of legislation relevant to children and adults, departmental and corporate policies and procedures, particularly those relating to the Children Act 1989, Carers and Disabled Children Act 2000, Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and any other relevant legislation and case law in order to apply a strong evidence base to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery. Maintain and keep accurate electronic records using the Social Care electronic system. Write and verbally present reports for formal meetings including reviews, case conferences and court proceedings. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
This successful Multi-Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Chief Finance & Operations Officer. Your new company Forward Education Trust (FET) is a forward-thinking and evolving MAT of 6 special schools in Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell, with a head office in Birmingham. As with any appointment within the Trust, your role will contribute to its continued growth and success-ensuring that children and young people receive the highest standards of education and care, empowering them to achieve their full potential as they progress through their education into independent adult lives. Your new role This pivotal appointment will form part of the strategic leadership team, helping to shape the Trust's overall strategy and financial direction while driving operational efficiency and effectiveness. As CFOO, you will provide robust financial governance and act as a strategic business partner to the headteachers. You'll support and influence budgetary management and financial forecasting across the Trust. Additionally, you will lead several outsourced operational contracts-including Facilities Management, IT, Cleaning and Catering-overseeing procurement and the re-tendering of services to ensure value and quality. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a qualified Finance Director, with a background in a Multi-Academy Trust or a similar educational setting. You'll bring strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective relationships quickly with headteachers and the executive leadership team. You should be able to demonstrate your strategic contributions in previous roles, as well as experience managing operational functions beyond finance-ideally through an outsourced model involving contract negotiation, procurement, and re-tendering. Experience in expanding a Multi-Academy Trust through acquisitions and developing integration plans would be a distinct advantage. What you'll get in return The Trust is on an exciting journey. Over the past 18 months, its highly regarded executive team has made significant progress-raising the standards of leadership and improving the quality of education and support for both staff and students. The Trust Board and CEO are highly supportive of Executive leaders within the Trust and will actively encourage and support personal and professional development for the newly appointed CFOO. Based in the Birmingham office three days per week, the role offers a competitive base salary, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, a Trust-funded Health Cash Plan and a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of disadvantaged children across the region. Key dates to be aware of The Trust is on an exciting journey. Over the past 18 months, its highly regarded executive team has made significant progress-raising the standards of leadership and improving the quality of education and support for both staff and students. Based in the Birmingham office three days per week, the role offers a competitive base salary, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, a Trust-funded Health Cash Plan and a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of children across the region. How to Apply Contact Tim Hall at Hays Senior Finance for a confidential discussion, to arrange a visit to one of our schools, to discuss making an application or to arrange an informal conversation with the Trust's CEO, Simon Dilkes. Tim will provide candidates with a link to the Forward Education Trust Applicant's website to complete a formal application. (Please note that Hays have been retained to support FET for this appointment and any direct applications will be forwarded to Tim Hall). Safeguarding FET value equality and diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment practices, including satisfactory references and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. #
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
This successful Multi-Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Chief Finance & Operations Officer. Your new company Forward Education Trust (FET) is a forward-thinking and evolving MAT of 6 special schools in Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell, with a head office in Birmingham. As with any appointment within the Trust, your role will contribute to its continued growth and success-ensuring that children and young people receive the highest standards of education and care, empowering them to achieve their full potential as they progress through their education into independent adult lives. Your new role This pivotal appointment will form part of the strategic leadership team, helping to shape the Trust's overall strategy and financial direction while driving operational efficiency and effectiveness. As CFOO, you will provide robust financial governance and act as a strategic business partner to the headteachers. You'll support and influence budgetary management and financial forecasting across the Trust. Additionally, you will lead several outsourced operational contracts-including Facilities Management, IT, Cleaning and Catering-overseeing procurement and the re-tendering of services to ensure value and quality. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a qualified Finance Director, with a background in a Multi-Academy Trust or a similar educational setting. You'll bring strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective relationships quickly with headteachers and the executive leadership team. You should be able to demonstrate your strategic contributions in previous roles, as well as experience managing operational functions beyond finance-ideally through an outsourced model involving contract negotiation, procurement, and re-tendering. Experience in expanding a Multi-Academy Trust through acquisitions and developing integration plans would be a distinct advantage. What you'll get in return The Trust is on an exciting journey. Over the past 18 months, its highly regarded executive team has made significant progress-raising the standards of leadership and improving the quality of education and support for both staff and students. The Trust Board and CEO are highly supportive of Executive leaders within the Trust and will actively encourage and support personal and professional development for the newly appointed CFOO. Based in the Birmingham office three days per week, the role offers a competitive base salary, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, a Trust-funded Health Cash Plan and a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of disadvantaged children across the region. Key dates to be aware of The Trust is on an exciting journey. Over the past 18 months, its highly regarded executive team has made significant progress-raising the standards of leadership and improving the quality of education and support for both staff and students. Based in the Birmingham office three days per week, the role offers a competitive base salary, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, a Trust-funded Health Cash Plan and a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of children across the region. How to Apply Contact Tim Hall at Hays Senior Finance for a confidential discussion, to arrange a visit to one of our schools, to discuss making an application or to arrange an informal conversation with the Trust's CEO, Simon Dilkes. Tim will provide candidates with a link to the Forward Education Trust Applicant's website to complete a formal application. (Please note that Hays have been retained to support FET for this appointment and any direct applications will be forwarded to Tim Hall). Safeguarding FET value equality and diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment practices, including satisfactory references and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. #
Connect2Hackney are proud to present an exciting interimopportunity that has arisen for an Strategic Procurement Officer to join Hackney Council's Corporate Procurement Team. About the Role As a Strategic Procurement Officer, you will be central to providing specialist procurement advice, guidance, and governance support across the Council. Your role is key to ensuring governance, compliance, and best practice are upheld within both the procurement community and the wider Council. You will work to ensure our services and projects align with the Council's aims and objectives as outlined in the Council Plan.You will be required to: Develop and Embed Policy, Process & Best Practice Assist in shaping and developing the Council's procurement policy, processes, and user-friendly template documents. Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge on all legal and policy procedures for procurement, interpreting and recommending them for implementation. Support the process for communicating new procurement initiatives to staff via briefings, training, and workshops. Assist with maintaining the Council's suite of Terms & Conditions, interfacing with legal advisors when updates are required. Research topical procurement matters and advise management on recommendations that will enhance service delivery. Champion Sustainability and Social Value Provide essential support in ensuring the Council's sustainability and Social Value framework is fully embedded into processes. Manage the delivery of objectives related to the development of the Procurement Impact Assessment (PRIMAS) tool. Work closely with Procurement Category Leads to develop category-based sustainability targets and implement monitoring mechanisms. Deliver on corporate responsibility related to community wealth building, just transition, and climate change by taking action to limit the carbon impact of procurement activities. Support "meet the buyer" events to develop SMEs, VCS groups, and drive awareness of sustainable procurement. Drive Performance, Reporting & Risk Management Implement a performance management framework to ensure enhanced supplier performance and value for money. Support the development of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for supplier contracts to ensure appropriate service standards are included. Design and maintain analytic reports and dashboards for a wide range of stakeholders. Monitor and report agreed management information, including tracking the social impact of procurement on social value, equality, and modern slavery. Ensure all procurement projects are well-maintained on the Procurement Forward plan and Council Forward Plan. About You To thrive in this role, you will need: Proven procurement experience and sound technical expertise within the public sector , including an in-depth knowledge of the regulatory framework. Experience contributing to the development and delivery of procurement strategies and policies in a large, diverse organisation. A well-developed ability to exercise judgement and discretion . Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build fruitful working relationships with diverse groups. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office/Google Suite , with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. A relevant professional qualification, such as CIPS , and/or extensive experience in a public sector procurement context is highly desirable. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Connect2Hackney are proud to present an exciting interimopportunity that has arisen for an Strategic Procurement Officer to join Hackney Council's Corporate Procurement Team. About the Role As a Strategic Procurement Officer, you will be central to providing specialist procurement advice, guidance, and governance support across the Council. Your role is key to ensuring governance, compliance, and best practice are upheld within both the procurement community and the wider Council. You will work to ensure our services and projects align with the Council's aims and objectives as outlined in the Council Plan.You will be required to: Develop and Embed Policy, Process & Best Practice Assist in shaping and developing the Council's procurement policy, processes, and user-friendly template documents. Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge on all legal and policy procedures for procurement, interpreting and recommending them for implementation. Support the process for communicating new procurement initiatives to staff via briefings, training, and workshops. Assist with maintaining the Council's suite of Terms & Conditions, interfacing with legal advisors when updates are required. Research topical procurement matters and advise management on recommendations that will enhance service delivery. Champion Sustainability and Social Value Provide essential support in ensuring the Council's sustainability and Social Value framework is fully embedded into processes. Manage the delivery of objectives related to the development of the Procurement Impact Assessment (PRIMAS) tool. Work closely with Procurement Category Leads to develop category-based sustainability targets and implement monitoring mechanisms. Deliver on corporate responsibility related to community wealth building, just transition, and climate change by taking action to limit the carbon impact of procurement activities. Support "meet the buyer" events to develop SMEs, VCS groups, and drive awareness of sustainable procurement. Drive Performance, Reporting & Risk Management Implement a performance management framework to ensure enhanced supplier performance and value for money. Support the development of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for supplier contracts to ensure appropriate service standards are included. Design and maintain analytic reports and dashboards for a wide range of stakeholders. Monitor and report agreed management information, including tracking the social impact of procurement on social value, equality, and modern slavery. Ensure all procurement projects are well-maintained on the Procurement Forward plan and Council Forward Plan. About You To thrive in this role, you will need: Proven procurement experience and sound technical expertise within the public sector , including an in-depth knowledge of the regulatory framework. Experience contributing to the development and delivery of procurement strategies and policies in a large, diverse organisation. A well-developed ability to exercise judgement and discretion . Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build fruitful working relationships with diverse groups. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office/Google Suite , with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. A relevant professional qualification, such as CIPS , and/or extensive experience in a public sector procurement context is highly desirable. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Are you an experienced commissioning or contracts professional passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people? Connect2Hackney, the council's internal talent team, is seeking a proactive and skilled Commissioning & Contracts Officer to join our new, ambitious Integrated Commissioning & Health Function . This is a crucial role supporting the delivery of services across our Children & Families, Education & SEND, and Health portfolios. You will be at the heart of our mission to ensure the social care, educational, and health needs of Hackney's children are met through high-quality, value-for-money services. If you have a strong background in commissioning, procurement, or contract management and want to make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you. Your Role and Responsibilities As a Commissioning & Contracts Officer, you will manage a varied and dynamic workload. Your key responsibilities will include: Procuring Services: Supporting the full commissioning cycle by negotiating, drawing up, and procuring a diverse range of contracts with children's service providers. Contract Management: Taking responsibility for a portfolio of contracts, ensuring they deliver on commissioning outcomes through robust financial and performance monitoring. Project Leadership: Providing high-quality project management for key initiatives, including service reviews, options appraisals, and business cases. Market Development: Engaging with and developing the provider market through relationship management, provider forums, and identifying gaps in service provision. Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining constructive relationships with a complex range of internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues in health, education, and social care. User Involvement: Leading on activities to ensure the voices of service users are central to our commissioning strategies, using innovative ways to gather feedback. About You We are looking for a candidate with a strategic mindset and a proven ability to manage complex projects and relationships. You should have: Relevant Experience: Demonstrable experience of working in a commissioning or contracting context , ideally within an education, health, or social care setting. Stakeholder Management: A proven track record of working successfully with partner agencies and managing complex relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Project Delivery: Experience of successfully initiating, developing, and implementing projects, and being accountable for their delivery within set deadlines. Contracting Skills: Experience with procurement, supplier relationship development, and establishing contract monitoring arrangements. Analytical Ability: Experience in budget management and/or the analysis of financial information , with strong research and analytical skills. Strong Communication: The ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences, with strong report writing skills. Why Hackney? This is an exciting time to join the London Borough of Hackney. You will be part of a new, integrated team working to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We offer a supportive, high-performance culture and are committed to your learning and development. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
Are you an experienced commissioning or contracts professional passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people? Connect2Hackney, the council's internal talent team, is seeking a proactive and skilled Commissioning & Contracts Officer to join our new, ambitious Integrated Commissioning & Health Function . This is a crucial role supporting the delivery of services across our Children & Families, Education & SEND, and Health portfolios. You will be at the heart of our mission to ensure the social care, educational, and health needs of Hackney's children are met through high-quality, value-for-money services. If you have a strong background in commissioning, procurement, or contract management and want to make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you. Your Role and Responsibilities As a Commissioning & Contracts Officer, you will manage a varied and dynamic workload. Your key responsibilities will include: Procuring Services: Supporting the full commissioning cycle by negotiating, drawing up, and procuring a diverse range of contracts with children's service providers. Contract Management: Taking responsibility for a portfolio of contracts, ensuring they deliver on commissioning outcomes through robust financial and performance monitoring. Project Leadership: Providing high-quality project management for key initiatives, including service reviews, options appraisals, and business cases. Market Development: Engaging with and developing the provider market through relationship management, provider forums, and identifying gaps in service provision. Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining constructive relationships with a complex range of internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues in health, education, and social care. User Involvement: Leading on activities to ensure the voices of service users are central to our commissioning strategies, using innovative ways to gather feedback. About You We are looking for a candidate with a strategic mindset and a proven ability to manage complex projects and relationships. You should have: Relevant Experience: Demonstrable experience of working in a commissioning or contracting context , ideally within an education, health, or social care setting. Stakeholder Management: A proven track record of working successfully with partner agencies and managing complex relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Project Delivery: Experience of successfully initiating, developing, and implementing projects, and being accountable for their delivery within set deadlines. Contracting Skills: Experience with procurement, supplier relationship development, and establishing contract monitoring arrangements. Analytical Ability: Experience in budget management and/or the analysis of financial information , with strong research and analytical skills. Strong Communication: The ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences, with strong report writing skills. Why Hackney? This is an exciting time to join the London Borough of Hackney. You will be part of a new, integrated team working to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We offer a supportive, high-performance culture and are committed to your learning and development. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Salary Circa £67k + Performance related pay + Medicash Join Our Team as Head of Finance Delivery! Are you a qualified finance professional who thrives in environments where your people skills are as valued as your financial acumen? Where innovation and excellence are core values and you ll have accountability to support the delivery of the budgets and accounts for a District Council with a Housing Revenue Account, but within the wider support network of your own Business partnering team and also peer colleagues doing the same role for other District/Boroughs. As the Head of Finance Delivery, you will be pivotal in leading the SHDC Business partnering team, ensuring robust and effective management of the Councils' finances. Your strategic leadership will enhance decision-making processes; support financial planning, and ensure compliance with legislative and policy requirements. You will coordinate, plan, and deliver comprehensive financial management and advice, making a significant impact to our client Councils. And you ll work as part of a wider Finance Senior management team to look at departmental solutions. We re looking for an experienced local government finance professional who will lead the delivery of accurate budget monitoring for revenue and capital; ensuring timely and precise financial reporting. Will develop and implement effective financial controls and procedures and collaborate with statutory Section 151 to ensure robust financial management. You will also ensure budget managers are supported through guidance and training. Ongoing development of your team will be a key focus, so we need individuals who can provide strategic leadership and promote a positive culture across the finance team. What you ll bring to the role: Qualifications: Full CCAB qualification (such as CIPFA/CIMA) with ongoing CPD. Proven experience in managing and leading finance teams delivering yearly budgets, management accounts, year-end publications, and other in-year returns. With aptitude to delegate and engage teams to high performance. You ll need to have worked in Local Government Finance previously and will have strong knowledge of financial systems and Excel. Additionally, you ll have strong communication and interpersonal skills and will be able to work to deadlines and adapt to changing demands. Attributes: Ability to plan and organize a complex and varied workload, communicate confidently to a range of colleagues, customers, and stakeholders, and maintain a professional outlook and approach to working. Other Requirements: Whilst this role will be based at Spalding, there is a requirement to commute between sites across Lincolnshire so the postholder will need to organise own travel to attend PSPS offices and other worksites as and when required Who we are: PSPS (Public Sector Partnership Services) is a Local Authority Trading Company (LATCo) which is wholly owned by East Lindsey District Council, South Holland District Council and Boston Borough Council. The Company provides a range of services including Human Resources & Payroll, Financial Services, Procurement & Contracts, ICT (Information and Communications Technology) & Digital, Customer Contact, Revenues & Benefits, Health & Safety, and a range of Corporate Support services. Company culture: At PSPS, we are driven by a clear mission: Together, we will provide high-quality professional services, achieving outstanding performance, satisfaction, and confidence for our customers, communities, and colleagues. We pride ourselves on our vibrant and inclusive culture. Our award-winning teams enjoy a variety of events throughout the year, including: All-In Days, Leadership Days & Team Away Days: Opportunities for growth and bonding. Annual Awards Night: Celebrating our achievements. Staff Briefings: Keeping everyone informed and engaged. Early Careers Programme & Buddy Scheme: Supporting new and entry-level talent. Our Values: At PSPS, we live by our core values: One Team: We work collaboratively and support each other to achieve our goals. Professionalism: We maintain the highest standards in everything we do. Innovation: We embrace new ideas and technologies to drive improvement. Supportive: We provide a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. Excellence: We strive for excellence in all our services and interactions. What do I get in return? Local Government Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, 23.1% employer contribution. Annual leave: Enjoy 26 days plus bank holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 days extra plus your birthday off We also provide an option for you to flex when you take your bank holidays. Medicash: Access to a range of health and wellbeing benefits including cashback on everyday healthcare costs and access to digital health tools. Hybrid working: Coming together and learning from each other is important, through Hybrid working our employees can work from home and office, with a minimum of 2 days working in our offices per week. Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance: Emotional guidance can be accessed via our Employee Assistance Program through an online portal or over the telephone. Employee Benefits platform: Discounts at Highstreet retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and leisure discounts. Employment policies: Including gender-neutral Family Parental leave policy and Time off provisions to support those special and also challenging moments in our employees lives. Career progression: Opportunities for professional growth and development. A qualifying period will need to be completed to obtain these benefits. Join Us: If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now to become our Head of Finance Delivery. Help us achieve outstanding performance and satisfaction for our customers, communities, and colleagues. Want to find out more? View our corporate video Visit our website We welcome conversations from interested applicants. Please contact Samantha Knowles (Chief Finance Officer) Your application 1. A copy of your latest CV (max 4 pages). 2. A supporting statement (max 2 pages) which outlines your suitability and interest for the role against the requirements and job description. These should be submitted online, through our First4 Recruitment portal. PSPS is an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly and PSPS has also committed to be a Disability Confident employer. On occasion PSPS receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances PSPS reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Interviews will be arranged when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Salary Circa £67k + Performance related pay + Medicash Join Our Team as Head of Finance Delivery! Are you a qualified finance professional who thrives in environments where your people skills are as valued as your financial acumen? Where innovation and excellence are core values and you ll have accountability to support the delivery of the budgets and accounts for a District Council with a Housing Revenue Account, but within the wider support network of your own Business partnering team and also peer colleagues doing the same role for other District/Boroughs. As the Head of Finance Delivery, you will be pivotal in leading the SHDC Business partnering team, ensuring robust and effective management of the Councils' finances. Your strategic leadership will enhance decision-making processes; support financial planning, and ensure compliance with legislative and policy requirements. You will coordinate, plan, and deliver comprehensive financial management and advice, making a significant impact to our client Councils. And you ll work as part of a wider Finance Senior management team to look at departmental solutions. We re looking for an experienced local government finance professional who will lead the delivery of accurate budget monitoring for revenue and capital; ensuring timely and precise financial reporting. Will develop and implement effective financial controls and procedures and collaborate with statutory Section 151 to ensure robust financial management. You will also ensure budget managers are supported through guidance and training. Ongoing development of your team will be a key focus, so we need individuals who can provide strategic leadership and promote a positive culture across the finance team. What you ll bring to the role: Qualifications: Full CCAB qualification (such as CIPFA/CIMA) with ongoing CPD. Proven experience in managing and leading finance teams delivering yearly budgets, management accounts, year-end publications, and other in-year returns. With aptitude to delegate and engage teams to high performance. You ll need to have worked in Local Government Finance previously and will have strong knowledge of financial systems and Excel. Additionally, you ll have strong communication and interpersonal skills and will be able to work to deadlines and adapt to changing demands. Attributes: Ability to plan and organize a complex and varied workload, communicate confidently to a range of colleagues, customers, and stakeholders, and maintain a professional outlook and approach to working. Other Requirements: Whilst this role will be based at Spalding, there is a requirement to commute between sites across Lincolnshire so the postholder will need to organise own travel to attend PSPS offices and other worksites as and when required Who we are: PSPS (Public Sector Partnership Services) is a Local Authority Trading Company (LATCo) which is wholly owned by East Lindsey District Council, South Holland District Council and Boston Borough Council. The Company provides a range of services including Human Resources & Payroll, Financial Services, Procurement & Contracts, ICT (Information and Communications Technology) & Digital, Customer Contact, Revenues & Benefits, Health & Safety, and a range of Corporate Support services. Company culture: At PSPS, we are driven by a clear mission: Together, we will provide high-quality professional services, achieving outstanding performance, satisfaction, and confidence for our customers, communities, and colleagues. We pride ourselves on our vibrant and inclusive culture. Our award-winning teams enjoy a variety of events throughout the year, including: All-In Days, Leadership Days & Team Away Days: Opportunities for growth and bonding. Annual Awards Night: Celebrating our achievements. Staff Briefings: Keeping everyone informed and engaged. Early Careers Programme & Buddy Scheme: Supporting new and entry-level talent. Our Values: At PSPS, we live by our core values: One Team: We work collaboratively and support each other to achieve our goals. Professionalism: We maintain the highest standards in everything we do. Innovation: We embrace new ideas and technologies to drive improvement. Supportive: We provide a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. Excellence: We strive for excellence in all our services and interactions. What do I get in return? Local Government Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, 23.1% employer contribution. Annual leave: Enjoy 26 days plus bank holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 days extra plus your birthday off We also provide an option for you to flex when you take your bank holidays. Medicash: Access to a range of health and wellbeing benefits including cashback on everyday healthcare costs and access to digital health tools. Hybrid working: Coming together and learning from each other is important, through Hybrid working our employees can work from home and office, with a minimum of 2 days working in our offices per week. Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance: Emotional guidance can be accessed via our Employee Assistance Program through an online portal or over the telephone. Employee Benefits platform: Discounts at Highstreet retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and leisure discounts. Employment policies: Including gender-neutral Family Parental leave policy and Time off provisions to support those special and also challenging moments in our employees lives. Career progression: Opportunities for professional growth and development. A qualifying period will need to be completed to obtain these benefits. Join Us: If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now to become our Head of Finance Delivery. Help us achieve outstanding performance and satisfaction for our customers, communities, and colleagues. Want to find out more? View our corporate video Visit our website We welcome conversations from interested applicants. Please contact Samantha Knowles (Chief Finance Officer) Your application 1. A copy of your latest CV (max 4 pages). 2. A supporting statement (max 2 pages) which outlines your suitability and interest for the role against the requirements and job description. These should be submitted online, through our First4 Recruitment portal. PSPS is an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly and PSPS has also committed to be a Disability Confident employer. On occasion PSPS receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances PSPS reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Interviews will be arranged when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.
Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Finance, Commissioning and Grants Officer to work on a permanent, full-time contract with a Police and Crime Commissioner.The role is based near Leek Wootton, Warwickshire (3 days from the office, 2 days working from home).The salary for this position ranges between £41,907- £47,712 (depending on experience)The purpose of this role is to develop and implement a Commissioning and Grants Strategy aligned with the Police and Crime Plan and to support the implementation of commissioning and grants activity, planning and development.You must be eligible for CTC level vetting. Main duties and responsibilities Develop a commissioning and grants strategy, in line with the Police and Crime Plan, engaging providers, service users and stakeholders in its development. Support the strategic planning and commissioning of activity as identified in the Police and Crime Plan and through statutory responsibilities. Establish and manage a grants scheme in line with the Commissioner's plan commitments. Commission needs assessments to understand the requirements of service users in Warwickshire. Support the involvement of service users, and providers in the development of Police and Crime Plan outcomes and objectives. Undertake any other duties as reasonably commensurate with role. Person Specification Knowledge Degree or equivalent by experiential learning Qualified CCAB, CIMA or AAT (desirable) Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Project management training/qualification (e.g. PRINCE or similar) Relevant knowledge of policing and crime policy and ability to interpret and advise on specific issues as required. Experience Financial management in a complex organisation. Experience of effectively undertaking a wide range of financial accounting duties including budget preparation and monitoring. Experience of planning and monitoring budgets, and of medium term financial and service planning Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Finance, Commissioning and Grants Officer to work on a permanent, full-time contract with a Police and Crime Commissioner.The role is based near Leek Wootton, Warwickshire (3 days from the office, 2 days working from home).The salary for this position ranges between £41,907- £47,712 (depending on experience)The purpose of this role is to develop and implement a Commissioning and Grants Strategy aligned with the Police and Crime Plan and to support the implementation of commissioning and grants activity, planning and development.You must be eligible for CTC level vetting. Main duties and responsibilities Develop a commissioning and grants strategy, in line with the Police and Crime Plan, engaging providers, service users and stakeholders in its development. Support the strategic planning and commissioning of activity as identified in the Police and Crime Plan and through statutory responsibilities. Establish and manage a grants scheme in line with the Commissioner's plan commitments. Commission needs assessments to understand the requirements of service users in Warwickshire. Support the involvement of service users, and providers in the development of Police and Crime Plan outcomes and objectives. Undertake any other duties as reasonably commensurate with role. Person Specification Knowledge Degree or equivalent by experiential learning Qualified CCAB, CIMA or AAT (desirable) Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Project management training/qualification (e.g. PRINCE or similar) Relevant knowledge of policing and crime policy and ability to interpret and advise on specific issues as required. Experience Financial management in a complex organisation. Experience of effectively undertaking a wide range of financial accounting duties including budget preparation and monitoring. Experience of planning and monitoring budgets, and of medium term financial and service planning Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Base Location: Perth / Glasgow Salary: £550 max per day Working Pattern: 40 hours per week / Full time Duration: 6 Months Embark on a transformative career journey with SSE energy company, where innovation meets impact in the heart of the IT sector. As a pivotal player in our forward-thinking team, you'll harness cutting-edge technology to drive change and propel the UK towards its ambitious net-zero targets. Your expertise will not only shape the future of energy but also carve a sustainable world for generations to come. Join us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. You'll be responsible for setting up Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) within a specified high risk category of suppliers. This will be inline with the IT and Telco SRM process and the IT Transmission governance of suppliers. There will be a requirement to update supplier contracts, ensuring a risk report is created to show progress. You will set up a central repository for all supplier performance reporting in collaboration with IT. You'll work with Category Managers as well as the Business in the development of both standard and complex supplier segmentation and governance. You will ensure the risks are highlighted and a process is put in place to manage the suppliers. You will also support relevant supplier relationship and performance management activities. Working with the wider Procurement and Commercial team, you'll continually drive efficiencies in sourcing and the overall process. Your Skills and Experience You will have a broad knowledge of IT markets, business needs and UK Procurement Legislation (desirable), able to put this into overall context. You'll have a good understanding of relevant statutory and legal provisions, with a strong ability to draft IT contracts with special terms and ensure SSE has the protection it needs in it contracts for the long term. Experience in the use of Procurement related systems, such as Oracle, Jaggaer Bravo! and Achilles Utility Vendor Database or similar systems would be beneficial. Additionally, you will work closely with Stakeholders to understand their requirements, manage expectations and influence people outside your sphere of responsibility. Also, you'll understand the supply chain and how to manage it. A target-focused and result-driven individual, you'll be able to bring about change in an energetic environment. Your self-confidence and independence will enable you to challenge the norm, think creatively, and negotiate well. You'll have excellent communication and numeracy skills, with a highly-developed drafting and writing ability What happens now? After submitting your application for the Strategic Procurement officer role, we understand you're eager to hear back. We value your time and interest, and if your application is successful, you will be contacted directly by the team within 2 working days. We appreciate your patience and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you aboard.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Base Location: Perth / Glasgow Salary: £550 max per day Working Pattern: 40 hours per week / Full time Duration: 6 Months Embark on a transformative career journey with SSE energy company, where innovation meets impact in the heart of the IT sector. As a pivotal player in our forward-thinking team, you'll harness cutting-edge technology to drive change and propel the UK towards its ambitious net-zero targets. Your expertise will not only shape the future of energy but also carve a sustainable world for generations to come. Join us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. You'll be responsible for setting up Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) within a specified high risk category of suppliers. This will be inline with the IT and Telco SRM process and the IT Transmission governance of suppliers. There will be a requirement to update supplier contracts, ensuring a risk report is created to show progress. You will set up a central repository for all supplier performance reporting in collaboration with IT. You'll work with Category Managers as well as the Business in the development of both standard and complex supplier segmentation and governance. You will ensure the risks are highlighted and a process is put in place to manage the suppliers. You will also support relevant supplier relationship and performance management activities. Working with the wider Procurement and Commercial team, you'll continually drive efficiencies in sourcing and the overall process. Your Skills and Experience You will have a broad knowledge of IT markets, business needs and UK Procurement Legislation (desirable), able to put this into overall context. You'll have a good understanding of relevant statutory and legal provisions, with a strong ability to draft IT contracts with special terms and ensure SSE has the protection it needs in it contracts for the long term. Experience in the use of Procurement related systems, such as Oracle, Jaggaer Bravo! and Achilles Utility Vendor Database or similar systems would be beneficial. Additionally, you will work closely with Stakeholders to understand their requirements, manage expectations and influence people outside your sphere of responsibility. Also, you'll understand the supply chain and how to manage it. A target-focused and result-driven individual, you'll be able to bring about change in an energetic environment. Your self-confidence and independence will enable you to challenge the norm, think creatively, and negotiate well. You'll have excellent communication and numeracy skills, with a highly-developed drafting and writing ability What happens now? After submitting your application for the Strategic Procurement officer role, we understand you're eager to hear back. We value your time and interest, and if your application is successful, you will be contacted directly by the team within 2 working days. We appreciate your patience and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you aboard.
Are you an experienced marketing professional with good content creation experience, graphic design, and video editing skills? Are you looking to join a busy, thriving business and take an opportunity to help deliver an operation marketing strategy covering a number of disciplines? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Marketing Officer for a socially aligned procurement framework in the West Midlands. Informed Recruitment are a specialist provider of resource to the Property & Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their customer service provision. This role is offered on a 50/50 home-office hybrid basis. The objective of the role will be to provide the Marketing Manager with direct assistance in delivering the strategic marketing strategy and assist with operational duties. Your day-to-day duties will cover marketing the company brand and services to key markets; building relationships with the marketing teams of customers for joint releases; produce content for the annual calendar of activities; plan and prepare individual projects; help, plan, and organise exhibitions and events; management website content and presentation; web traffic monitoring and reports; manage a forward plan of articles, testimonials, case studies and videos; manage and maintain a newsletter and distribution list; competitor analysis and market research; and process documentation. Essential Skills A successful background in a marketing capacity, both online and offline, with a strong understanding of sales and marketing principles. Strong in Digital Content Creation tools (Such as Adobe Creative InDesign, Premier Pro), graphic design, and video editing. Self-starter with a positive approach, attention to detail, good time management against deadlines, and the ability to coordinate and improve service provision. A track record working in busy environments, prioritising tasks, handling multiple varied tasks at any given time. Highly Desirable / Will Strengthen Application Web content management systems. Web traffic monitoring systems, such as Google Analytics. Experience of the current Social Property market and the challenges that it faces. Experience of procurement and/or knowledge of procurement frameworks. As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with 50% of the time spent in an office in central Birmingham, and 50% working. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary, life assurance, healthcare and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance. Interview slots are available, so please apply without delay. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced marketing professional with good content creation experience, graphic design, and video editing skills? Are you looking to join a busy, thriving business and take an opportunity to help deliver an operation marketing strategy covering a number of disciplines? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Marketing Officer for a socially aligned procurement framework in the West Midlands. Informed Recruitment are a specialist provider of resource to the Property & Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their customer service provision. This role is offered on a 50/50 home-office hybrid basis. The objective of the role will be to provide the Marketing Manager with direct assistance in delivering the strategic marketing strategy and assist with operational duties. Your day-to-day duties will cover marketing the company brand and services to key markets; building relationships with the marketing teams of customers for joint releases; produce content for the annual calendar of activities; plan and prepare individual projects; help, plan, and organise exhibitions and events; management website content and presentation; web traffic monitoring and reports; manage a forward plan of articles, testimonials, case studies and videos; manage and maintain a newsletter and distribution list; competitor analysis and market research; and process documentation. Essential Skills A successful background in a marketing capacity, both online and offline, with a strong understanding of sales and marketing principles. Strong in Digital Content Creation tools (Such as Adobe Creative InDesign, Premier Pro), graphic design, and video editing. Self-starter with a positive approach, attention to detail, good time management against deadlines, and the ability to coordinate and improve service provision. A track record working in busy environments, prioritising tasks, handling multiple varied tasks at any given time. Highly Desirable / Will Strengthen Application Web content management systems. Web traffic monitoring systems, such as Google Analytics. Experience of the current Social Property market and the challenges that it faces. Experience of procurement and/or knowledge of procurement frameworks. As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with 50% of the time spent in an office in central Birmingham, and 50% working. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary, life assurance, healthcare and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance. Interview slots are available, so please apply without delay. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Finance, Commissioning and Grants Officer to work on a permanent, full-time contract with a Police and Crime Commissioner. The role is based near Leek Wootton, Warwickshire (3 days from the office, 2 days working from home). The salary for this position ranges between 41,907- 47,712 (depending on experience) The purpose of this role is to develop and implement a Commissioning and Grants Strategy aligned with the Police and Crime Plan and to support the implementation of commissioning and grants activity, planning and development. You must be eligible for CTC level vetting. Main duties and responsibilities Develop a commissioning and grants strategy, in line with the Police and Crime Plan, engaging providers, service users and stakeholders in its development. Support the strategic planning and commissioning of activity as identified in the Police and Crime Plan and through statutory responsibilities. Establish and manage a grants scheme in line with the Commissioner's plan commitments. Commission needs assessments to understand the requirements of service users in Warwickshire. Support the involvement of service users, and providers in the development of Police and Crime Plan outcomes and objectives. Undertake any other duties as reasonably commensurate with role. Person Specification Knowledge Degree or equivalent by experiential learning Qualified CCAB, CIMA or AAT (desirable) Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Project management training/qualification (e.g. PRINCE or similar) Relevant knowledge of policing and crime policy and ability to interpret and advise on specific issues as required. Experience Financial management in a complex organisation. Experience of effectively undertaking a wide range of financial accounting duties including budget preparation and monitoring. Experience of planning and monitoring budgets, and of medium term financial and service planning Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful. RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Finance, Commissioning and Grants Officer to work on a permanent, full-time contract with a Police and Crime Commissioner. The role is based near Leek Wootton, Warwickshire (3 days from the office, 2 days working from home). The salary for this position ranges between 41,907- 47,712 (depending on experience) The purpose of this role is to develop and implement a Commissioning and Grants Strategy aligned with the Police and Crime Plan and to support the implementation of commissioning and grants activity, planning and development. You must be eligible for CTC level vetting. Main duties and responsibilities Develop a commissioning and grants strategy, in line with the Police and Crime Plan, engaging providers, service users and stakeholders in its development. Support the strategic planning and commissioning of activity as identified in the Police and Crime Plan and through statutory responsibilities. Establish and manage a grants scheme in line with the Commissioner's plan commitments. Commission needs assessments to understand the requirements of service users in Warwickshire. Support the involvement of service users, and providers in the development of Police and Crime Plan outcomes and objectives. Undertake any other duties as reasonably commensurate with role. Person Specification Knowledge Degree or equivalent by experiential learning Qualified CCAB, CIMA or AAT (desirable) Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Project management training/qualification (e.g. PRINCE or similar) Relevant knowledge of policing and crime policy and ability to interpret and advise on specific issues as required. Experience Financial management in a complex organisation. Experience of effectively undertaking a wide range of financial accounting duties including budget preparation and monitoring. Experience of planning and monitoring budgets, and of medium term financial and service planning Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful. RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Our client is a is a leading provider of high-quality furniture solutions, serving both the public sector and private businesses nationwide. The business prides themselves on offering design-led, durable, and cost-effective furniture tailored to our clients needs. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Officer to join our team and drive national sales performance. The successful Junior Sales Officer will be responsible for identifying and winning new business opportunities while nurturing and growing existing accounts across the Northern England. Your focus will be on building long-term relationships with decision-makers in government departments, educational institutions, healthcare organisations, and commercial enterprises. You ll have a strategic approach to sales, an excellent understanding of the procurement process in both public and private sectors, and a track record of exceeding targets in a solution-based sales environment. Roles and Responsibilities: • Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities within the public sector and Private sector • Manage and grow a portfolio of existing accounts to maximise revenue and customer satisfaction. • Develop and deliver strategic account plans and tailored furniture solutions for each client. • Build strong relationships with key decision-makers, including procurement managers, facility managers, architects, and designers. • Represent the company at client meetings, industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities nationwide. • Collaborate with internal teams including design, operations, and customer service to ensure smooth project delivery. • Track sales activity using CRM systems and provide accurate forecasting and reporting. • Stay up to date on market trends, competitor activity, and government procurement frameworks. Skills and Qualifications: • Proven experience in B2B sales, ideally within the furniture, interiors, or related industry. • Demonstrated success in winning new business and growing key accounts, particularly in the public sector. • Understanding of public sector procurement processes and national frameworks. • Strong negotiation and presentation skills. • Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building abilities. • Comfortable with national travel and working autonomously. • Full UK driving licence. If you are looking for your next role in a reputable business, where you can grow and develop, then click apply now
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Our client is a is a leading provider of high-quality furniture solutions, serving both the public sector and private businesses nationwide. The business prides themselves on offering design-led, durable, and cost-effective furniture tailored to our clients needs. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Officer to join our team and drive national sales performance. The successful Junior Sales Officer will be responsible for identifying and winning new business opportunities while nurturing and growing existing accounts across the Northern England. Your focus will be on building long-term relationships with decision-makers in government departments, educational institutions, healthcare organisations, and commercial enterprises. You ll have a strategic approach to sales, an excellent understanding of the procurement process in both public and private sectors, and a track record of exceeding targets in a solution-based sales environment. Roles and Responsibilities: • Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities within the public sector and Private sector • Manage and grow a portfolio of existing accounts to maximise revenue and customer satisfaction. • Develop and deliver strategic account plans and tailored furniture solutions for each client. • Build strong relationships with key decision-makers, including procurement managers, facility managers, architects, and designers. • Represent the company at client meetings, industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities nationwide. • Collaborate with internal teams including design, operations, and customer service to ensure smooth project delivery. • Track sales activity using CRM systems and provide accurate forecasting and reporting. • Stay up to date on market trends, competitor activity, and government procurement frameworks. Skills and Qualifications: • Proven experience in B2B sales, ideally within the furniture, interiors, or related industry. • Demonstrated success in winning new business and growing key accounts, particularly in the public sector. • Understanding of public sector procurement processes and national frameworks. • Strong negotiation and presentation skills. • Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building abilities. • Comfortable with national travel and working autonomously. • Full UK driving licence. If you are looking for your next role in a reputable business, where you can grow and develop, then click apply now
Systems Development Officer £32,597 - £36,363 Full Time - 37 hours per week Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country's fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive. About the role As our Systems Development Officer you'll be part of dedicated team within IT and Digital Services, leading and supporting a host of system-based projects while utilising your project, business, analytical and technical skills. Working closely with colleagues, system owners, users and other stakeholders, you'll bring your skills to the development, implementation, deployment, and support of the team, service areas, and wider council. You'll be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of various organisational systems to support efficient business operations and strategic objectives. You'll be collaborating with internal stakeholders to assess system needs ensuring software and hardware solutions align with organisational goals and managing the lifecycle of development from inception to completion. The Systems Development Officer is also responsible for ensuring the security, scalability, and continuous improvement of systems to enhance productivity, data integrity, integration and user experience across the organisation . Key responsibilities include: Providing specialist advice, technical support and guidance to internal users to resolve systems-related queries and ensure the smooth operation of council systems. Delivering training and support to Service Areas and digital champions to promote digital literacy, capability and confidence across the organisation. Undertaking full lifecycle project activities including system design, testing, deployment, documentation and ongoing maintenance. Supporting procurement and supplier management activities, ensuring compliance with procurement frameworks, contractual obligations and licensing requirements. Some flexible working and occasional out-of-hours work will be required. About you A solution focused person, you'll need strong technical expertise across system development, integrations, database management and programming languages. You'll be able to automate tasks and workflows using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, PowerApps, Python) and integrate different systems, applications, and platforms using APIs, middleware, and data exchange protocols such as REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and JSON. Experience in working with non-technical stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions and possess excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills is key to success. Alongside this you'll also be able to demonstrate having experience of researching systems, software and assisting in the design of digital solutions, supporting the full lifecycle of systems development projects, working with non-technical users to produce storyboards, scoping and user requirement documents and experience in training people in the use of systems and software. Benefits 35 days leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas) Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Hybrid working up to 60% Flexi time scheme Annual leave purchase scheme Subsidised parking Structured Induction Program Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals Family Friendly Policies Independent Support for your health & wellbeing Generous compassionate leave Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Systems Development Officer £32,597 - £36,363 Full Time - 37 hours per week Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country's fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive. About the role As our Systems Development Officer you'll be part of dedicated team within IT and Digital Services, leading and supporting a host of system-based projects while utilising your project, business, analytical and technical skills. Working closely with colleagues, system owners, users and other stakeholders, you'll bring your skills to the development, implementation, deployment, and support of the team, service areas, and wider council. You'll be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of various organisational systems to support efficient business operations and strategic objectives. You'll be collaborating with internal stakeholders to assess system needs ensuring software and hardware solutions align with organisational goals and managing the lifecycle of development from inception to completion. The Systems Development Officer is also responsible for ensuring the security, scalability, and continuous improvement of systems to enhance productivity, data integrity, integration and user experience across the organisation . Key responsibilities include: Providing specialist advice, technical support and guidance to internal users to resolve systems-related queries and ensure the smooth operation of council systems. Delivering training and support to Service Areas and digital champions to promote digital literacy, capability and confidence across the organisation. Undertaking full lifecycle project activities including system design, testing, deployment, documentation and ongoing maintenance. Supporting procurement and supplier management activities, ensuring compliance with procurement frameworks, contractual obligations and licensing requirements. Some flexible working and occasional out-of-hours work will be required. About you A solution focused person, you'll need strong technical expertise across system development, integrations, database management and programming languages. You'll be able to automate tasks and workflows using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, PowerApps, Python) and integrate different systems, applications, and platforms using APIs, middleware, and data exchange protocols such as REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and JSON. Experience in working with non-technical stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions and possess excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills is key to success. Alongside this you'll also be able to demonstrate having experience of researching systems, software and assisting in the design of digital solutions, supporting the full lifecycle of systems development projects, working with non-technical users to produce storyboards, scoping and user requirement documents and experience in training people in the use of systems and software. Benefits 35 days leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas) Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Hybrid working up to 60% Flexi time scheme Annual leave purchase scheme Subsidised parking Structured Induction Program Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals Family Friendly Policies Independent Support for your health & wellbeing Generous compassionate leave Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more
Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for an Operations Support Manager post on behalf of Lincolnshire Police. Location: Grantham Station, Swingbridge Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 7XT Role Details: Temporary Assignment until March 2026 Salary: 20.09 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday-Thursday: 08:30 - 16:30 Friday: 08:30 - 16:00 Office Based Job Purpose: The postholder will be responsible for managing a variety of support functions across the Force. You will ensure the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused support service that underpins the strategic aims of Lincolnshire Police and the Police & Crime Commissioner. As one of three Support Services Managers, you will supervise, coordinate and develop staff, oversee workloads, and manage specialist areas such as seized evidential property, equipment provision, purchasing, caretaking and courier services, support services, and budget management. Each role will include a defined specialism, for example crime/operational/major incident budgets, uniform stores and vehicle recovery, or covert accounts. The role supports the Business Support Manager and requires adherence to Force Values and the Code of Ethics. Core Responsibilities: Deliver effective support services to Force departments. Provide positive leadership and supervision to staff, including PDRs, training and recruitment. Manage day-to-day resources, staff welfare, leave, and absence. Ensure completion of mandatory training such as Health & Safety and Data Protection. Implement changes in response to evolving demand, legislation, or internal needs. Manage service performance against Force standards and policies. Control and forecast devolved budgets, authorising requisitions and monitoring spend. Oversee contracts for services such as stationery, furniture, and vehicle recovery. Manage stock control procedures. Act as a contact for facilities, building maintenance, H&S, security systems, and contractors. Attend Force, regional and national meetings as required. Respond to correspondence, complaints, and public queries. Operate and reconcile petty cash accounts and raise debtor accounts. Manage evidential property including firearms, drugs, cash and valuables, maintaining records in the NICHE system and arranging specialist disposals. Carry out six-monthly audits of property management stores. Provide resilience across Support Services and deputise for the Business Support Manager when required. Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent Management and supervision of staff including motivation and development Management of a diverse portfolio of services Effective budget management within timeframes Experience of managing change and achieving efficiency savings Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and O365 Ability to produce clear, concise reports High attention to detail with strong analytical and numerical skills Excellent organisational and workload planning skills Strong leadership and problem-solving skills Ability to build strong relationships across the organisation, including senior officers Knowledge of procurement and financial regulations Understanding of the organisation's strategic vision If you have the skills for this role, please apply. If your CV is shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will be in touch to discuss submitting an application to the Force. Please note, due to Police Criteria, you must have lived in the UK for at least the last 3 years continuously to apply for this role. Anything less will not be considered. Any Job Offer made by the Force will be subject to Police Vetting. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for an Operations Support Manager post on behalf of Lincolnshire Police. Location: Grantham Station, Swingbridge Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 7XT Role Details: Temporary Assignment until March 2026 Salary: 20.09 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday-Thursday: 08:30 - 16:30 Friday: 08:30 - 16:00 Office Based Job Purpose: The postholder will be responsible for managing a variety of support functions across the Force. You will ensure the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused support service that underpins the strategic aims of Lincolnshire Police and the Police & Crime Commissioner. As one of three Support Services Managers, you will supervise, coordinate and develop staff, oversee workloads, and manage specialist areas such as seized evidential property, equipment provision, purchasing, caretaking and courier services, support services, and budget management. Each role will include a defined specialism, for example crime/operational/major incident budgets, uniform stores and vehicle recovery, or covert accounts. The role supports the Business Support Manager and requires adherence to Force Values and the Code of Ethics. Core Responsibilities: Deliver effective support services to Force departments. Provide positive leadership and supervision to staff, including PDRs, training and recruitment. Manage day-to-day resources, staff welfare, leave, and absence. Ensure completion of mandatory training such as Health & Safety and Data Protection. Implement changes in response to evolving demand, legislation, or internal needs. Manage service performance against Force standards and policies. Control and forecast devolved budgets, authorising requisitions and monitoring spend. Oversee contracts for services such as stationery, furniture, and vehicle recovery. Manage stock control procedures. Act as a contact for facilities, building maintenance, H&S, security systems, and contractors. Attend Force, regional and national meetings as required. Respond to correspondence, complaints, and public queries. Operate and reconcile petty cash accounts and raise debtor accounts. Manage evidential property including firearms, drugs, cash and valuables, maintaining records in the NICHE system and arranging specialist disposals. Carry out six-monthly audits of property management stores. Provide resilience across Support Services and deputise for the Business Support Manager when required. Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent Management and supervision of staff including motivation and development Management of a diverse portfolio of services Effective budget management within timeframes Experience of managing change and achieving efficiency savings Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and O365 Ability to produce clear, concise reports High attention to detail with strong analytical and numerical skills Excellent organisational and workload planning skills Strong leadership and problem-solving skills Ability to build strong relationships across the organisation, including senior officers Knowledge of procurement and financial regulations Understanding of the organisation's strategic vision If you have the skills for this role, please apply. If your CV is shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will be in touch to discuss submitting an application to the Force. Please note, due to Police Criteria, you must have lived in the UK for at least the last 3 years continuously to apply for this role. Anything less will not be considered. Any Job Offer made by the Force will be subject to Police Vetting. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Primary Purpose To lead the Finance and Resources function across the organisation, acting as Deputy Section 73 Officer. The role ensures strategic financial planning, robust governance, and effective resource management to support the client's regional ambitions, Including an element of oversight of the CA's responsibilities as a Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC) and Fire and Rescue Authority. Key Responsibilities Strategic Finance Leadership Develop and oversee medium-term financial plans aligned with corporate strategies and regional priorities Lead budget setting, monitoring, and closure processes for the client's General Budgets and provide oversight of and coordination of financial processes across Policing and Fire functions Provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership, elected members, and external stakeholders Ensure compliance with statutory financial regulations, including MRP and treasury management policies Ensure robust year-end accounting processes and oversee the preparation, publication, and audit of annual financial statements Develop improved coordination across the CA's General budgets, PFCC and FRA functions, ensuring integration of policies, procedures and processes where appropriate and alignment with national frameworks and operational priorities Governance & Assurance Support the Director of Resources in maintaining financial integrity and stewardship across the Authority Embed robust corporate governance frameworks and assurance processes across all directorates, including Police Fire and Crime Lead on financial risk management, internal controls, and compliance reviews Liaise with internal audit, and external regulators to ensure transparency and accountability Resource Planning & Operational Oversight Integrate financial planning with corporate and workforce strategies to optimise resource deployment Oversee procurement, contract management, and value-for-money initiatives across the organisation and coordination with its emergency services functions Champion continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery Lead financial input into investment readiness, funding bids, and commercial ventures Support the financial aspects of the organisation's journey towards becoming an Established Mayoral Strategic Authority and achieving "single settlement" funding Lead the specification and transition of the client's General Budgets finance system onto a shared platform with policing and fire, ensuring alignment of functionality, governance, and reporting requirements Stakeholder Engagement Provide expert financial support to committees, elected members, and regional partners Represent the client in external forums, including Local Partnerships, and government departments Draft public-facing financial documents, statutory notices, and inspection rights materials Engage with emergency services leadership to ensure financial strategies support operational effectiveness Leadership & Management Lead and develop a high-performing finance team Support development of the client's finance structures in line with its Target Operating Model Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional excellence Address capacity gaps and support organisational readiness for future funding opportunities Promote diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing across the directorate Person Specification CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant CIPFA Professional Accountancy Qualification / Chartered Public Finance Accountant Proven experience in public sector finance leadership Experience in Combined Authority or multi-entity public sector governance Strong understanding of statutory financial frameworks Familiarity with CA funding challenges transport levies and regional funding mechanisms Experience supporting emergency services finance (Police, Fire and Rescue) Understanding of funding formulae and allocation methodologies for Police and Fire services Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to lead financial planning across complex, multi-functional organisations Experience in M&A or commercial investment planning Rate of Pay PAYE: £650 Umbrella: £822 Location: County Hall, Northallerton, DL7 8AE
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Primary Purpose To lead the Finance and Resources function across the organisation, acting as Deputy Section 73 Officer. The role ensures strategic financial planning, robust governance, and effective resource management to support the client's regional ambitions, Including an element of oversight of the CA's responsibilities as a Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC) and Fire and Rescue Authority. Key Responsibilities Strategic Finance Leadership Develop and oversee medium-term financial plans aligned with corporate strategies and regional priorities Lead budget setting, monitoring, and closure processes for the client's General Budgets and provide oversight of and coordination of financial processes across Policing and Fire functions Provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership, elected members, and external stakeholders Ensure compliance with statutory financial regulations, including MRP and treasury management policies Ensure robust year-end accounting processes and oversee the preparation, publication, and audit of annual financial statements Develop improved coordination across the CA's General budgets, PFCC and FRA functions, ensuring integration of policies, procedures and processes where appropriate and alignment with national frameworks and operational priorities Governance & Assurance Support the Director of Resources in maintaining financial integrity and stewardship across the Authority Embed robust corporate governance frameworks and assurance processes across all directorates, including Police Fire and Crime Lead on financial risk management, internal controls, and compliance reviews Liaise with internal audit, and external regulators to ensure transparency and accountability Resource Planning & Operational Oversight Integrate financial planning with corporate and workforce strategies to optimise resource deployment Oversee procurement, contract management, and value-for-money initiatives across the organisation and coordination with its emergency services functions Champion continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery Lead financial input into investment readiness, funding bids, and commercial ventures Support the financial aspects of the organisation's journey towards becoming an Established Mayoral Strategic Authority and achieving "single settlement" funding Lead the specification and transition of the client's General Budgets finance system onto a shared platform with policing and fire, ensuring alignment of functionality, governance, and reporting requirements Stakeholder Engagement Provide expert financial support to committees, elected members, and regional partners Represent the client in external forums, including Local Partnerships, and government departments Draft public-facing financial documents, statutory notices, and inspection rights materials Engage with emergency services leadership to ensure financial strategies support operational effectiveness Leadership & Management Lead and develop a high-performing finance team Support development of the client's finance structures in line with its Target Operating Model Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional excellence Address capacity gaps and support organisational readiness for future funding opportunities Promote diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing across the directorate Person Specification CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant CIPFA Professional Accountancy Qualification / Chartered Public Finance Accountant Proven experience in public sector finance leadership Experience in Combined Authority or multi-entity public sector governance Strong understanding of statutory financial frameworks Familiarity with CA funding challenges transport levies and regional funding mechanisms Experience supporting emergency services finance (Police, Fire and Rescue) Understanding of funding formulae and allocation methodologies for Police and Fire services Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to lead financial planning across complex, multi-functional organisations Experience in M&A or commercial investment planning Rate of Pay PAYE: £650 Umbrella: £822 Location: County Hall, Northallerton, DL7 8AE
Job Description: This is an exciting opportunity to lead the media planning across multiple geographies in Europe for some of the world's most recognised and iconic brands. The European ICP Lead will be a key part of our continued transformational journey to data-driven brand building and is a crucial role in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. A crucial partner in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. Reporting to the EU Media/ICP Strategy Director, you will be responsible for implementing data-driven Integrated communication strategies, driving awesome market connection plans - ranging from brand awareness through to engagement, conversion and loyalty. You will work across all Pet Nutrition brands and will help shape the KPIs and brand plans to ensure market campaigns and activations exceed expectations. You will work with your regional colleagues, brand and eCom/ DTC teams to coordinate and deploy data-driven Paid & Owned media campaigns through the relevant comms channels. You will need a passion for, and working knowledge of the EU media landscape, as you will serve as an ambassador for the transformation required in through-the-line comms planning with a focus on digital channels and performance. You will need a proven track record in delivering data-driven Paid & Owned media plans across multiple countries. You will need an inquisitive nature, which will be put to good use for creating exciting test & learn plans (Firestarter programme). The focus will be on finding new partners for our communications plans and increasing relevance for our brands. This role will be based in the EU cluster markets and will require 20% travel The European ICP Lead will build close cross-functional relationships with other departments, including: Peers in the Pet Parent Centre of Expertise Martech, Data Strategy & Acquisition, Programmatic, Measurement, Content, Search team & Digital functional IT teams EU regional brand teams and Local customer marketing managers based in-market, including DtC and Ecomm teams External agencies & partners MGS Commercial: Media Procurement You'll love this role if you have a passion for storytelling and conversion-focused content, and a can-do attitude, as there will be a lot of learning on the fly, particularly around new data topics. The EU ICP Lead drives their mission with autonomy and pace. You will be proactive, demonstrating leadership to create, develop and adjust with learning. They will be part of a new team and will actively contribute to creating trustful relationships, strong team spirit, fun and a positive mindset. What are we looking for? Degree-qualified or equivalent digital education Significant years of prior experience in through-the-line media/ comms planning Strong working knowledge of the EU media landscape Preference for understanding of buying media, particularly digital A genuine interest in data-driven marketing approaches & demonstrating clear results for advertisers A passion for cats and dogs would be ideal CPG experience would be preferred Languages: Fluent English required What will be your key responsibilities? LEAD THE PN EU ICP PROCESS PLAN Lead the Integrated Communications Planning process, ensuring teams hit key milestones and timings as planned. Drive the feedback loop for teams on the process (incl. ICP drop-in & end of cycle wash-up) & deliver new tools to support Working closely with the regional CoE retail media, programmatic, brand and local activation teams to ensure an omni-channel approach is delivered through the brand ICP process and plans You will drive the intentionality behind the IAT (integrated agency team) by fostering great relationships with agency partners, in turn driving strategic topics for PN EU. Bring 'outside learning in' to drive new thinking and approaches to connections planning Recommend tools, resources and capabilities to succeed LEAD IN YEARS WORKING IN ADVERTISING BUDGET MANAGEMENT Act as the in-year budgeting cycle champion Lead Input required for quarterly and periodic budget reviews with the Chief Growth Officer + EU LT Own In-year process to manage budget/reconciliation/rephasing with ICP Deployment Heads/Brand team Co-ordination of reconciliation and budget review with A&CP Business Partner FUNCTIONAL LINE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY ICP Strat Manager (T2) PO Exec (B4) LEAD THE PERFORMANCE AND DATA-DRIVEN TEST AND LEARN STRATEGY: FIRESTARTER Create and lead an omnichannel test and learn agenda with the objective of accelerating our data-driven media strategy Co-creation of brand test and learn maps across the three key DDM pillars Lead the teams responsible for the Key task forces beneath the Firestarter program to deliver the planned T&L strategy. Collaborate with D2C and Dcom to integrate performance testing plans into one unified testing agenda Champion test agility and the spirit of agile performance testing to deliver the scale of tests needed to accelerate DDM learning & competency Champion new partners for media, partners for performance and partners for data activation to build a network of media partners that solve for communication 'jobs to be done' and reduce over-reliance on social and traditional reach partners. DRIVE BEST IN CLASS INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIES AND CONNECTIONS PLANS Act as the lead consultant between ICP Strategy and ICP Deployment, enabling strong operational support for the team in the transition from Annual ICP Strategy to In-year Deployment. Be the conduit for ensuring the regional strategies equate to excellent connection plans, with a strong focus on using 1PD data within the plans and KPIs for performance delivery. Drive recommendations for in-year optimisations of media budget/ plans to reach KPIs Develop executable strategies for remarketing & journey (PPJ) pathing with peers in the CoE. UPSKILLING AND INCREASING CAPABILITIES & SHARED UNDERSTANDING OF BRAND BUILDING FOR MUTUAL VALUE Inspire the EU marketing community with new partners & platforms which will drive stronger connection and relevance of Mars brands for new pet parents. Own development of critical strategic playbooks such as 'Social' and 'Influencer' Drive the share out of critical learning from the Firestarter T&L program. What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Description: This is an exciting opportunity to lead the media planning across multiple geographies in Europe for some of the world's most recognised and iconic brands. The European ICP Lead will be a key part of our continued transformational journey to data-driven brand building and is a crucial role in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. A crucial partner in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. Reporting to the EU Media/ICP Strategy Director, you will be responsible for implementing data-driven Integrated communication strategies, driving awesome market connection plans - ranging from brand awareness through to engagement, conversion and loyalty. You will work across all Pet Nutrition brands and will help shape the KPIs and brand plans to ensure market campaigns and activations exceed expectations. You will work with your regional colleagues, brand and eCom/ DTC teams to coordinate and deploy data-driven Paid & Owned media campaigns through the relevant comms channels. You will need a passion for, and working knowledge of the EU media landscape, as you will serve as an ambassador for the transformation required in through-the-line comms planning with a focus on digital channels and performance. You will need a proven track record in delivering data-driven Paid & Owned media plans across multiple countries. You will need an inquisitive nature, which will be put to good use for creating exciting test & learn plans (Firestarter programme). The focus will be on finding new partners for our communications plans and increasing relevance for our brands. This role will be based in the EU cluster markets and will require 20% travel The European ICP Lead will build close cross-functional relationships with other departments, including: Peers in the Pet Parent Centre of Expertise Martech, Data Strategy & Acquisition, Programmatic, Measurement, Content, Search team & Digital functional IT teams EU regional brand teams and Local customer marketing managers based in-market, including DtC and Ecomm teams External agencies & partners MGS Commercial: Media Procurement You'll love this role if you have a passion for storytelling and conversion-focused content, and a can-do attitude, as there will be a lot of learning on the fly, particularly around new data topics. The EU ICP Lead drives their mission with autonomy and pace. You will be proactive, demonstrating leadership to create, develop and adjust with learning. They will be part of a new team and will actively contribute to creating trustful relationships, strong team spirit, fun and a positive mindset. What are we looking for? Degree-qualified or equivalent digital education Significant years of prior experience in through-the-line media/ comms planning Strong working knowledge of the EU media landscape Preference for understanding of buying media, particularly digital A genuine interest in data-driven marketing approaches & demonstrating clear results for advertisers A passion for cats and dogs would be ideal CPG experience would be preferred Languages: Fluent English required What will be your key responsibilities? LEAD THE PN EU ICP PROCESS PLAN Lead the Integrated Communications Planning process, ensuring teams hit key milestones and timings as planned. Drive the feedback loop for teams on the process (incl. ICP drop-in & end of cycle wash-up) & deliver new tools to support Working closely with the regional CoE retail media, programmatic, brand and local activation teams to ensure an omni-channel approach is delivered through the brand ICP process and plans You will drive the intentionality behind the IAT (integrated agency team) by fostering great relationships with agency partners, in turn driving strategic topics for PN EU. Bring 'outside learning in' to drive new thinking and approaches to connections planning Recommend tools, resources and capabilities to succeed LEAD IN YEARS WORKING IN ADVERTISING BUDGET MANAGEMENT Act as the in-year budgeting cycle champion Lead Input required for quarterly and periodic budget reviews with the Chief Growth Officer + EU LT Own In-year process to manage budget/reconciliation/rephasing with ICP Deployment Heads/Brand team Co-ordination of reconciliation and budget review with A&CP Business Partner FUNCTIONAL LINE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY ICP Strat Manager (T2) PO Exec (B4) LEAD THE PERFORMANCE AND DATA-DRIVEN TEST AND LEARN STRATEGY: FIRESTARTER Create and lead an omnichannel test and learn agenda with the objective of accelerating our data-driven media strategy Co-creation of brand test and learn maps across the three key DDM pillars Lead the teams responsible for the Key task forces beneath the Firestarter program to deliver the planned T&L strategy. Collaborate with D2C and Dcom to integrate performance testing plans into one unified testing agenda Champion test agility and the spirit of agile performance testing to deliver the scale of tests needed to accelerate DDM learning & competency Champion new partners for media, partners for performance and partners for data activation to build a network of media partners that solve for communication 'jobs to be done' and reduce over-reliance on social and traditional reach partners. DRIVE BEST IN CLASS INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIES AND CONNECTIONS PLANS Act as the lead consultant between ICP Strategy and ICP Deployment, enabling strong operational support for the team in the transition from Annual ICP Strategy to In-year Deployment. Be the conduit for ensuring the regional strategies equate to excellent connection plans, with a strong focus on using 1PD data within the plans and KPIs for performance delivery. Drive recommendations for in-year optimisations of media budget/ plans to reach KPIs Develop executable strategies for remarketing & journey (PPJ) pathing with peers in the CoE. UPSKILLING AND INCREASING CAPABILITIES & SHARED UNDERSTANDING OF BRAND BUILDING FOR MUTUAL VALUE Inspire the EU marketing community with new partners & platforms which will drive stronger connection and relevance of Mars brands for new pet parents. Own development of critical strategic playbooks such as 'Social' and 'Influencer' Drive the share out of critical learning from the Firestarter T&L program. What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Job Description: This is an exciting opportunity to lead the media planning across multiple geographies in Europe for some of the world's most recognised and iconic brands. The European ICP Lead will be a key part of our continued transformational journey to data-driven brand building and is a crucial role in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. A crucial partner in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. Reporting to the EU Media/ICP Strategy Director, you will be responsible for implementing data-driven Integrated communication strategies, driving awesome market connection plans - ranging from brand awareness through to engagement, conversion and loyalty. You will work across all Pet Nutrition brands and will help shape the KPIs and brand plans to ensure market campaigns and activations exceed expectations. You will work with your regional colleagues, brand and eCom/ DTC teams to coordinate and deploy data-driven Paid & Owned media campaigns through the relevant comms channels. You will need a passion for, and working knowledge of the EU media landscape, as you will serve as an ambassador for the transformation required in through-the-line comms planning with a focus on digital channels and performance. You will need a proven track record in delivering data-driven Paid & Owned media plans across multiple countries. You will need an inquisitive nature, which will be put to good use for creating exciting test & learn plans (Firestarter programme). The focus will be on finding new partners for our communications plans and increasing relevance for our brands. This role will be based in the EU cluster markets and will require 20% travel The European ICP Lead will build close cross-functional relationships with other departments, including: Peers in the Pet Parent Centre of Expertise Martech, Data Strategy & Acquisition, Programmatic, Measurement, Content, Search team & Digital functional IT teams EU regional brand teams and Local customer marketing managers based in-market, including DtC and Ecomm teams External agencies & partners MGS Commercial: Media Procurement You'll love this role if you have a passion for storytelling and conversion-focused content, and a can-do attitude, as there will be a lot of learning on the fly, particularly around new data topics. The EU ICP Lead drives their mission with autonomy and pace. You will be proactive, demonstrating leadership to create, develop and adjust with learning. They will be part of a new team and will actively contribute to creating trustful relationships, strong team spirit, fun and a positive mindset. What are we looking for? Degree-qualified or equivalent digital education Significant years of prior experience in through-the-line media/ comms planning Strong working knowledge of the EU media landscape Preference for understanding of buying media, particularly digital A genuine interest in data-driven marketing approaches & demonstrating clear results for advertisers A passion for cats and dogs would be ideal CPG experience would be preferred Languages: Fluent English required What will be your key responsibilities? LEAD THE PN EU ICP PROCESS PLAN Lead the Integrated Communications Planning process, ensuring teams hit key milestones and timings as planned. Drive the feedback loop for teams on the process (incl. ICP drop-in & end of cycle wash-up) & deliver new tools to support Working closely with the regional CoE retail media, programmatic, brand and local activation teams to ensure an omni-channel approach is delivered through the brand ICP process and plans You will drive the intentionality behind the IAT (integrated agency team) by fostering great relationships with agency partners, in turn driving strategic topics for PN EU. Bring 'outside learning in' to drive new thinking and approaches to connections planning Recommend tools, resources and capabilities to succeed LEAD IN YEARS WORKING IN ADVERTISING BUDGET MANAGEMENT Act as the in-year budgeting cycle champion Lead Input required for quarterly and periodic budget reviews with the Chief Growth Officer + EU LT Own In-year process to manage budget/reconciliation/rephasing with ICP Deployment Heads/Brand team Co-ordination of reconciliation and budget review with A&CP Business Partner FUNCTIONAL LINE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY ICP Strat Manager (T2) PO Exec (B4) LEAD THE PERFORMANCE AND DATA-DRIVEN TEST AND LEARN STRATEGY: FIRESTARTER Create and lead an omnichannel test and learn agenda with the objective of accelerating our data-driven media strategy Co-creation of brand test and learn maps across the three key DDM pillars Lead the teams responsible for the Key task forces beneath the Firestarter program to deliver the planned T&L strategy. Collaborate with D2C and Dcom to integrate performance testing plans into one unified testing agenda Champion test agility and the spirit of agile performance testing to deliver the scale of tests needed to accelerate DDM learning & competency Champion new partners for media, partners for performance and partners for data activation to build a network of media partners that solve for communication 'jobs to be done' and reduce over-reliance on social and traditional reach partners. DRIVE BEST IN CLASS INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIES AND CONNECTIONS PLANS Act as the lead consultant between ICP Strategy and ICP Deployment, enabling strong operational support for the team in the transition from Annual ICP Strategy to In-year Deployment. Be the conduit for ensuring the regional strategies equate to excellent connection plans, with a strong focus on using 1PD data within the plans and KPIs for performance delivery. Drive recommendations for in-year optimisations of media budget/ plans to reach KPIs Develop executable strategies for remarketing & journey (PPJ) pathing with peers in the CoE. UPSKILLING AND INCREASING CAPABILITIES & SHARED UNDERSTANDING OF BRAND BUILDING FOR MUTUAL VALUE Inspire the EU marketing community with new partners & platforms which will drive stronger connection and relevance of Mars brands for new pet parents. Own development of critical strategic playbooks such as 'Social' and 'Influencer' Drive the share out of critical learning from the Firestarter T&L program. What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Description: This is an exciting opportunity to lead the media planning across multiple geographies in Europe for some of the world's most recognised and iconic brands. The European ICP Lead will be a key part of our continued transformational journey to data-driven brand building and is a crucial role in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. A crucial partner in realising our ambition to put the needs of pet parents at the heart of our connected communications strategy and media 2030 ambitions. Reporting to the EU Media/ICP Strategy Director, you will be responsible for implementing data-driven Integrated communication strategies, driving awesome market connection plans - ranging from brand awareness through to engagement, conversion and loyalty. You will work across all Pet Nutrition brands and will help shape the KPIs and brand plans to ensure market campaigns and activations exceed expectations. You will work with your regional colleagues, brand and eCom/ DTC teams to coordinate and deploy data-driven Paid & Owned media campaigns through the relevant comms channels. You will need a passion for, and working knowledge of the EU media landscape, as you will serve as an ambassador for the transformation required in through-the-line comms planning with a focus on digital channels and performance. You will need a proven track record in delivering data-driven Paid & Owned media plans across multiple countries. You will need an inquisitive nature, which will be put to good use for creating exciting test & learn plans (Firestarter programme). The focus will be on finding new partners for our communications plans and increasing relevance for our brands. This role will be based in the EU cluster markets and will require 20% travel The European ICP Lead will build close cross-functional relationships with other departments, including: Peers in the Pet Parent Centre of Expertise Martech, Data Strategy & Acquisition, Programmatic, Measurement, Content, Search team & Digital functional IT teams EU regional brand teams and Local customer marketing managers based in-market, including DtC and Ecomm teams External agencies & partners MGS Commercial: Media Procurement You'll love this role if you have a passion for storytelling and conversion-focused content, and a can-do attitude, as there will be a lot of learning on the fly, particularly around new data topics. The EU ICP Lead drives their mission with autonomy and pace. You will be proactive, demonstrating leadership to create, develop and adjust with learning. They will be part of a new team and will actively contribute to creating trustful relationships, strong team spirit, fun and a positive mindset. What are we looking for? Degree-qualified or equivalent digital education Significant years of prior experience in through-the-line media/ comms planning Strong working knowledge of the EU media landscape Preference for understanding of buying media, particularly digital A genuine interest in data-driven marketing approaches & demonstrating clear results for advertisers A passion for cats and dogs would be ideal CPG experience would be preferred Languages: Fluent English required What will be your key responsibilities? LEAD THE PN EU ICP PROCESS PLAN Lead the Integrated Communications Planning process, ensuring teams hit key milestones and timings as planned. Drive the feedback loop for teams on the process (incl. ICP drop-in & end of cycle wash-up) & deliver new tools to support Working closely with the regional CoE retail media, programmatic, brand and local activation teams to ensure an omni-channel approach is delivered through the brand ICP process and plans You will drive the intentionality behind the IAT (integrated agency team) by fostering great relationships with agency partners, in turn driving strategic topics for PN EU. Bring 'outside learning in' to drive new thinking and approaches to connections planning Recommend tools, resources and capabilities to succeed LEAD IN YEARS WORKING IN ADVERTISING BUDGET MANAGEMENT Act as the in-year budgeting cycle champion Lead Input required for quarterly and periodic budget reviews with the Chief Growth Officer + EU LT Own In-year process to manage budget/reconciliation/rephasing with ICP Deployment Heads/Brand team Co-ordination of reconciliation and budget review with A&CP Business Partner FUNCTIONAL LINE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY ICP Strat Manager (T2) PO Exec (B4) LEAD THE PERFORMANCE AND DATA-DRIVEN TEST AND LEARN STRATEGY: FIRESTARTER Create and lead an omnichannel test and learn agenda with the objective of accelerating our data-driven media strategy Co-creation of brand test and learn maps across the three key DDM pillars Lead the teams responsible for the Key task forces beneath the Firestarter program to deliver the planned T&L strategy. Collaborate with D2C and Dcom to integrate performance testing plans into one unified testing agenda Champion test agility and the spirit of agile performance testing to deliver the scale of tests needed to accelerate DDM learning & competency Champion new partners for media, partners for performance and partners for data activation to build a network of media partners that solve for communication 'jobs to be done' and reduce over-reliance on social and traditional reach partners. DRIVE BEST IN CLASS INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIES AND CONNECTIONS PLANS Act as the lead consultant between ICP Strategy and ICP Deployment, enabling strong operational support for the team in the transition from Annual ICP Strategy to In-year Deployment. Be the conduit for ensuring the regional strategies equate to excellent connection plans, with a strong focus on using 1PD data within the plans and KPIs for performance delivery. Drive recommendations for in-year optimisations of media budget/ plans to reach KPIs Develop executable strategies for remarketing & journey (PPJ) pathing with peers in the CoE. UPSKILLING AND INCREASING CAPABILITIES & SHARED UNDERSTANDING OF BRAND BUILDING FOR MUTUAL VALUE Inspire the EU marketing community with new partners & platforms which will drive stronger connection and relevance of Mars brands for new pet parents. Own development of critical strategic playbooks such as 'Social' and 'Influencer' Drive the share out of critical learning from the Firestarter T&L program. What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Hybrid working practices in place. Reporting directly into the COO this is the lead role for Information Technology About Our Client The Courtauld works to advance how we see and understand the visual arts, as an internationally-renowned centre for the teaching, research of art history and a major public gallery. Since 1932, The Courtauld has been opening minds and hearts to art through our work as a world-leading university for art history, conservation, and curating, with a very special gallery at its core. We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to our gallery, our undergraduate and graduate courses, our research programmes, and our public lectures and events - fulfilling our founding mission to enable 'art for all'. Founded by collectors and philanthropists in the 1930s, the organisation has been at the forefront of the study of art ever since, through advanced research and conservation practice, innovative teaching, the renowned collection and inspiring exhibitions of its gallery, and engaging and accessible activities, education, and events. Academically, The Courtauld faculty is the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK, teaching and carrying out research on subjects from creativity in late Antiquity to contemporary digital art forms, with an increasingly global focus. An independent college of the University of London, The Courtauld offers a range of degree programmes from BA to PhD in the History of Art, curating, and the conservation of easel and wall paintings. Its alumni are leaders and innovators in the arts, culture, and business worlds, helping to shape the global agenda for the arts and creative industries. The Courtauld cares for one of the greatest art collections in the UK, sharing these works with the public at The Courtauld Gallery in central London, as well as through loans and partnerships. The Gallery is most famous for its iconic Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, such as Van Gogh's Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergère. It showcases these alongside an internationally renowned collection of works from the Renaissance through to the present day. Founded on the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with art, The Courtauld works to increase understanding of the role played by art throughout history, in all societies, and across all geographies, as well as being a champion for the importance of art in the present day. This could be through exhibitions offering a chance to look closely at world-famous works; accessible and expert short courses; events bringing art history research to new audiences; digital engagement, innovative school, family, and community programmes; or taking a formal qualification. The Courtauld's ambition is to transform access to art history education by extending the horizons of what this is, and ensuring as many people as possible can benefit from the tools to better understand the visual world around us. Our technology is essential to everything we do at The Courtauld. Reporting directly to the COO, this is a senior role within the organisation. The Head of Information Technology will be focused on improving the technical services across the organisation, building and motivating an efficient and results-focused team, providing support to the Senior Management Team and spearheading a digitalisation programme throughout the Institute to automate and strengthen operations. Job Description We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic technical expert with extensive experience managing a small but complex IT environment. Purpose of the job: To take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a robust IT Service to meet the needs of The Courtauld. To lead the development and execution of the Information Technology strategy, including clear prioritisation of critical elements, in support of, and underpinning, the organisational strategy and business plan. To be the Subject Matter Expert on existing and emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities: Service: Provide an excellent and accessible Information Technology service to staff, students, and visitors in all locations where we have a presence. Ensure that core information systems and services are delivered reliably and to expected standards. Establish and monitor appropriate processes, mechanisms and Service Level Agreements to ensure service delivery alignment, including liaison with key process owners. Lead effective communications with user groups through seeking feedback, working collaboratively, and transmitting information about innovations or service problems in a timely and professional manner. Conduct user satisfaction surveys and produce reports based on these, along with regular reports against agreed KPI's with breaches and mitigations. Support the team by taking a direct and "hands-on" role in resolving IT issues, which are adversely affecting service users' ability to undertake their roles. Maintain a strong awareness of technology that will assist key learning, teaching and research and public engagement strategies. Security: Take responsibility and lead on all aspects of the IT security, disaster recovery and business continuity planning and ensure appropriate testing to an agreed schedule and format. Ensure robust processes are in place to monitor and manage security threats. Carry out regular audits of the system to ensure defences are adequate and remediate where necessary. Drive best practice regarding Cyber Security amongst the IT Team and throughout the Institute. Ensure IT Security documentation is regularly reviewed and kept up to date. Work with established organisations such as NCSC, JISC, etc, to keep up to date with security threat factors. People: Lead, manage and develop the Information Technology team and create a positive working environment, providing individuals with clear objectives, ensuring supervision of professional standards and competence, and effectively managing performance. Have the skills and experience to be the senior technical subject matter expert for the Institute. Strategic Technical Advisor for the Senior Management Team and Governing Board. Finance and Procurement: Prepare, manage and monitor the IT budget. Identify appropriate suppliers and partners for the delivery of specified applications and services. Manage the purchase, installation and implementation of all new hardware, software and network products within agreed budgets, investment appraisal and time scales. Maintain transparent systems for the purchase and provision of all hardware, software, devices and internal systems used by The Courtauld. Transformation: Drive business transformation and achieve increased operational efficiency, value for money, and proven financial effectiveness by improving information systems, system integration and process automation, and enhancing management information, business intelligence and analytics. Undertake and deliver specific investigations, scoping exercises, and strategic projects as identified by the Senior Management Team. Ensure that all projects and programmes are managed, are in line with best practice and that projects are delivered on time and to key milestones. Advise the Senior Management Team on the definition of key performance indicators and initiate opportunities to take management action and improve performance. Governance: Ensure that all operations are carried out within relevant Health and Safety legislation and that staff work within The Courtauld's Health and Safety policy. Support Governance in establishing and maintaining a robust Data Management Framework Other Carry out any other duties determined appropriate by the Chief Operating Officer. The Successful Applicant The role would suit someone who is very hands-on and motivated, who would like to make a significant contribution to the running of the IT department. Essential: Expertise in and successful experience of systems with knowledge of technologies. A track record in financial and project management within IT. Demonstrable experience in strategic planning. Expertise in the analysis and development of IT processes and change management. Comprehensive understanding and proven experience of risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Recent experience in securing contracts within a Procurement process. Proven experience in leading and managing a team. Recent experience of implementing a Cyber Security strategy. Previous experience in managing effective relationships at a senior level and with external stakeholders. Ability to delegate tasks whilst maintaining high quality. High level of analytical skills. Highly developed and demonstrable communication and presentation skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Proven experience in change management. Desirable but not essential: Demonstrable knowledge of higher education and policies. Education, Qualifications and Training Essential: Degree qualification or equivalent. Professional qualification in IT / IT&S. . click apply for full job details
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Hybrid working practices in place. Reporting directly into the COO this is the lead role for Information Technology About Our Client The Courtauld works to advance how we see and understand the visual arts, as an internationally-renowned centre for the teaching, research of art history and a major public gallery. Since 1932, The Courtauld has been opening minds and hearts to art through our work as a world-leading university for art history, conservation, and curating, with a very special gallery at its core. We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to our gallery, our undergraduate and graduate courses, our research programmes, and our public lectures and events - fulfilling our founding mission to enable 'art for all'. Founded by collectors and philanthropists in the 1930s, the organisation has been at the forefront of the study of art ever since, through advanced research and conservation practice, innovative teaching, the renowned collection and inspiring exhibitions of its gallery, and engaging and accessible activities, education, and events. Academically, The Courtauld faculty is the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK, teaching and carrying out research on subjects from creativity in late Antiquity to contemporary digital art forms, with an increasingly global focus. An independent college of the University of London, The Courtauld offers a range of degree programmes from BA to PhD in the History of Art, curating, and the conservation of easel and wall paintings. Its alumni are leaders and innovators in the arts, culture, and business worlds, helping to shape the global agenda for the arts and creative industries. The Courtauld cares for one of the greatest art collections in the UK, sharing these works with the public at The Courtauld Gallery in central London, as well as through loans and partnerships. The Gallery is most famous for its iconic Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces, such as Van Gogh's Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergère. It showcases these alongside an internationally renowned collection of works from the Renaissance through to the present day. Founded on the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with art, The Courtauld works to increase understanding of the role played by art throughout history, in all societies, and across all geographies, as well as being a champion for the importance of art in the present day. This could be through exhibitions offering a chance to look closely at world-famous works; accessible and expert short courses; events bringing art history research to new audiences; digital engagement, innovative school, family, and community programmes; or taking a formal qualification. The Courtauld's ambition is to transform access to art history education by extending the horizons of what this is, and ensuring as many people as possible can benefit from the tools to better understand the visual world around us. Our technology is essential to everything we do at The Courtauld. Reporting directly to the COO, this is a senior role within the organisation. The Head of Information Technology will be focused on improving the technical services across the organisation, building and motivating an efficient and results-focused team, providing support to the Senior Management Team and spearheading a digitalisation programme throughout the Institute to automate and strengthen operations. Job Description We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic technical expert with extensive experience managing a small but complex IT environment. Purpose of the job: To take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a robust IT Service to meet the needs of The Courtauld. To lead the development and execution of the Information Technology strategy, including clear prioritisation of critical elements, in support of, and underpinning, the organisational strategy and business plan. To be the Subject Matter Expert on existing and emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities: Service: Provide an excellent and accessible Information Technology service to staff, students, and visitors in all locations where we have a presence. Ensure that core information systems and services are delivered reliably and to expected standards. Establish and monitor appropriate processes, mechanisms and Service Level Agreements to ensure service delivery alignment, including liaison with key process owners. Lead effective communications with user groups through seeking feedback, working collaboratively, and transmitting information about innovations or service problems in a timely and professional manner. Conduct user satisfaction surveys and produce reports based on these, along with regular reports against agreed KPI's with breaches and mitigations. Support the team by taking a direct and "hands-on" role in resolving IT issues, which are adversely affecting service users' ability to undertake their roles. Maintain a strong awareness of technology that will assist key learning, teaching and research and public engagement strategies. Security: Take responsibility and lead on all aspects of the IT security, disaster recovery and business continuity planning and ensure appropriate testing to an agreed schedule and format. Ensure robust processes are in place to monitor and manage security threats. Carry out regular audits of the system to ensure defences are adequate and remediate where necessary. Drive best practice regarding Cyber Security amongst the IT Team and throughout the Institute. Ensure IT Security documentation is regularly reviewed and kept up to date. Work with established organisations such as NCSC, JISC, etc, to keep up to date with security threat factors. People: Lead, manage and develop the Information Technology team and create a positive working environment, providing individuals with clear objectives, ensuring supervision of professional standards and competence, and effectively managing performance. Have the skills and experience to be the senior technical subject matter expert for the Institute. Strategic Technical Advisor for the Senior Management Team and Governing Board. Finance and Procurement: Prepare, manage and monitor the IT budget. Identify appropriate suppliers and partners for the delivery of specified applications and services. Manage the purchase, installation and implementation of all new hardware, software and network products within agreed budgets, investment appraisal and time scales. Maintain transparent systems for the purchase and provision of all hardware, software, devices and internal systems used by The Courtauld. Transformation: Drive business transformation and achieve increased operational efficiency, value for money, and proven financial effectiveness by improving information systems, system integration and process automation, and enhancing management information, business intelligence and analytics. Undertake and deliver specific investigations, scoping exercises, and strategic projects as identified by the Senior Management Team. Ensure that all projects and programmes are managed, are in line with best practice and that projects are delivered on time and to key milestones. Advise the Senior Management Team on the definition of key performance indicators and initiate opportunities to take management action and improve performance. Governance: Ensure that all operations are carried out within relevant Health and Safety legislation and that staff work within The Courtauld's Health and Safety policy. Support Governance in establishing and maintaining a robust Data Management Framework Other Carry out any other duties determined appropriate by the Chief Operating Officer. The Successful Applicant The role would suit someone who is very hands-on and motivated, who would like to make a significant contribution to the running of the IT department. Essential: Expertise in and successful experience of systems with knowledge of technologies. A track record in financial and project management within IT. Demonstrable experience in strategic planning. Expertise in the analysis and development of IT processes and change management. Comprehensive understanding and proven experience of risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Recent experience in securing contracts within a Procurement process. Proven experience in leading and managing a team. Recent experience of implementing a Cyber Security strategy. Previous experience in managing effective relationships at a senior level and with external stakeholders. Ability to delegate tasks whilst maintaining high quality. High level of analytical skills. Highly developed and demonstrable communication and presentation skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Proven experience in change management. Desirable but not essential: Demonstrable knowledge of higher education and policies. Education, Qualifications and Training Essential: Degree qualification or equivalent. Professional qualification in IT / IT&S. . click apply for full job details
