Join Beacon to drive projects that place patients at the heart of translational research, shaping progress and improving outcomes with and for rare disease communities. OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE Beacon, now in its second decade of operation, has experienced substantial growth over the last three years, including an organisational rebrand and expansion into international projects. We are now recruiting a Senior Patient and Scientific Engagement Officer to play a central role in delivering ambitious projects that put patients at the heart of translational research. This role sits at the crossroads of patient involvement and scientific communication, building meaningful collaborations between patients, researchers, and other stakeholders. You ll provide essential operational support and subject expertise to ensure projects run smoothly and reflect the real-world needs of the rare disease community. You will contribute primarily to two of Beacon s major collaborative initiatives: REMEDi4ALL , a European-wide drug repurposing platform with over 25 partner organisations, and the LifeArc Translational Research Centres for Rare Disease (LifeArc TrC4RD), a UK-wide partnership. In this role, you will work directly and regularly with partners across these consortia, encompassing patient group leaders, patient representatives, academic researchers, clinical trialists, and beyond. You will act as a vital interface between patients and researchers in both projects, coordinating activities, facilitating collaboration, and embedding patient perspectives throughout the work. While these will be your main focus, you will also support other initiatives across the charity, particularly those aimed at advancing scientific understanding of rare diseases and strengthening patient involvement in research. This is a varied position offering the chance to apply and further develop your expertise across areas such as patient and public involvement, scientific content development, training, and stakeholder engagement. We are looking for someone with a strong grasp of both the scientific and patient landscapes, who can balance attention to detail with big-picture awareness and work confidently in highly collaborative settings with multiple partner organisations. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible contribution to advancing rare disease research and ensuring patients voices drive progress across the UK and Europe. See our full job description for more information on REMEDi4ALL and The LifeArc TrC4RD MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Your main responsibilities will span aspects of project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and patient-centred scientific support. In this role, you will: Support the delivery of Beacon s work within REMEDi4ALL and the LifeArc TrC4RD, collaborating directly with partners across these consortia to coordinate activities and ensure timely delivery of shared goals. Assist in the preparation of project materials, reports, and updates for consortium meetings and communications. Write, review, and refine accessible, patient-facing materials that explain complex scientific concepts and research projects clearly. Help design and deliver patient engagement strategies for major collaborative projects, ensuring patient perspectives are embedded throughout. Support and liaise with REMEDi4ALL Patient Champions and the LifeArc Patient Engagement Group, including coordinating mentorship, facilitating input into project teams, and managing communications. Build and maintain strong working relationships with patient advocates, researchers, funders, and partner organisations, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration. Contribute to the planning and delivery of multi-stakeholder meetings, workshops, and webinars that bring together patients, researchers, and other partners to discuss research priorities and approaches. Support the creation and delivery of training materials, sessions, and talks for patient groups, researchers, and other stakeholders on topics such as patient and public involvement (PPIE) and rare disease research. Participate in project discussions to understand current patient engagement and provide input or signposting to improve engagement and support. Represent Beacon and its work at consortium meetings, external conferences, and events both as a delegate and, where appropriate, as a speaker. Support other Beacon-led projects as required, particularly those focused on advancing patient knowledge, engagement, and scientific understanding. Provide hands-on support for the on-the-day delivery of Beacon events, training programmes, and other charity activities. PERSON SPECIFICATION This is a mid-to-senior level role. Candidates should have professional experience in scientific engagement, patient involvement, or research coordination, and be ready to contribute confidently to collaborative consortium projects with external partners. We are looking for someone with a strong commitment to patient-centric approaches, who is willing to advocate for patients perspectives and priorities, while also navigating the need for compromise and collaboration across multiple organisations. Essential Relevant professional experience (e.g., life sciences, medical communication, translational research, or patient engagement), ideally accompanied by a scientific qualification. Experience in patient and public involvement or patient engagement within research, ideally in health contexts. Strong understanding of scientific processes, translational research, or clinical research, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to non-specialist audiences. Ability to work effectively within multi-partner or consortium projects, collaborating with external organisations. Confidence in liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including patients, researchers, funders, and partner organisations. Experience developing accessible, patient-centred materials, training, or communications. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in building relationships across diverse groups. Ability to work independently and proactively, while contributing effectively as part of a team. Commitment to patient-centred research and improving outcomes for the rare disease community. Flexibility to travel for in-person meetings, workshops, and events within the UK and internationally multiple times a year. Desirable Experience supporting or delivering training sessions, workshops, or webinars for patient or professional audiences. Familiarity with drug repurposing, translational research, or rare disease research environments. Experience managing or contributing to multi-stakeholder research projects. Experience working or volunteering in the charity or not-for-profit sector. An understanding of rare diseases, health charities, or small-organisation dynamics WORKING AT BEACON Beacon is a small, tight-knit team, with a friendly atmosphere and strong commitment to our beneficiaries. We aim to give all employees opportunities to pursue their interests, develop their skills, and shape their career path. We offer flexible working practices to help our staff balance their personal and professional lives, including hybrid working (50% split between home and office working) and flexible hours. We also recognise the substantial benefits of in-person collaboration and communication for the organisation, team morale, and for individual staff development, and are committed to maintaining this as a core part of how we work. After the initial in-person onboarding period, we d like this role to be based in the office for around 2 3 days a week on average (though not necessarily every single week) to support effective teamwork, strong communication, and smooth daily operations. BENEFITS 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and Christmas to New Year closure Flexible working practices including hybrid working and flexitime Time off in lieu to support appropriate work/life balance 5% pension contribution Annual training budget to support personal and professional development A close knit and friendly small team environment Frequent opportunities to meet with beneficiaries and expand your professional network Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including access to mental health support, 24/7 GP service, discounted gym membership, shopping savings and more
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Join Beacon to drive projects that place patients at the heart of translational research, shaping progress and improving outcomes with and for rare disease communities. OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE Beacon, now in its second decade of operation, has experienced substantial growth over the last three years, including an organisational rebrand and expansion into international projects. We are now recruiting a Senior Patient and Scientific Engagement Officer to play a central role in delivering ambitious projects that put patients at the heart of translational research. This role sits at the crossroads of patient involvement and scientific communication, building meaningful collaborations between patients, researchers, and other stakeholders. You ll provide essential operational support and subject expertise to ensure projects run smoothly and reflect the real-world needs of the rare disease community. You will contribute primarily to two of Beacon s major collaborative initiatives: REMEDi4ALL , a European-wide drug repurposing platform with over 25 partner organisations, and the LifeArc Translational Research Centres for Rare Disease (LifeArc TrC4RD), a UK-wide partnership. In this role, you will work directly and regularly with partners across these consortia, encompassing patient group leaders, patient representatives, academic researchers, clinical trialists, and beyond. You will act as a vital interface between patients and researchers in both projects, coordinating activities, facilitating collaboration, and embedding patient perspectives throughout the work. While these will be your main focus, you will also support other initiatives across the charity, particularly those aimed at advancing scientific understanding of rare diseases and strengthening patient involvement in research. This is a varied position offering the chance to apply and further develop your expertise across areas such as patient and public involvement, scientific content development, training, and stakeholder engagement. We are looking for someone with a strong grasp of both the scientific and patient landscapes, who can balance attention to detail with big-picture awareness and work confidently in highly collaborative settings with multiple partner organisations. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible contribution to advancing rare disease research and ensuring patients voices drive progress across the UK and Europe. See our full job description for more information on REMEDi4ALL and The LifeArc TrC4RD MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Your main responsibilities will span aspects of project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and patient-centred scientific support. In this role, you will: Support the delivery of Beacon s work within REMEDi4ALL and the LifeArc TrC4RD, collaborating directly with partners across these consortia to coordinate activities and ensure timely delivery of shared goals. Assist in the preparation of project materials, reports, and updates for consortium meetings and communications. Write, review, and refine accessible, patient-facing materials that explain complex scientific concepts and research projects clearly. Help design and deliver patient engagement strategies for major collaborative projects, ensuring patient perspectives are embedded throughout. Support and liaise with REMEDi4ALL Patient Champions and the LifeArc Patient Engagement Group, including coordinating mentorship, facilitating input into project teams, and managing communications. Build and maintain strong working relationships with patient advocates, researchers, funders, and partner organisations, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration. Contribute to the planning and delivery of multi-stakeholder meetings, workshops, and webinars that bring together patients, researchers, and other partners to discuss research priorities and approaches. Support the creation and delivery of training materials, sessions, and talks for patient groups, researchers, and other stakeholders on topics such as patient and public involvement (PPIE) and rare disease research. Participate in project discussions to understand current patient engagement and provide input or signposting to improve engagement and support. Represent Beacon and its work at consortium meetings, external conferences, and events both as a delegate and, where appropriate, as a speaker. Support other Beacon-led projects as required, particularly those focused on advancing patient knowledge, engagement, and scientific understanding. Provide hands-on support for the on-the-day delivery of Beacon events, training programmes, and other charity activities. PERSON SPECIFICATION This is a mid-to-senior level role. Candidates should have professional experience in scientific engagement, patient involvement, or research coordination, and be ready to contribute confidently to collaborative consortium projects with external partners. We are looking for someone with a strong commitment to patient-centric approaches, who is willing to advocate for patients perspectives and priorities, while also navigating the need for compromise and collaboration across multiple organisations. Essential Relevant professional experience (e.g., life sciences, medical communication, translational research, or patient engagement), ideally accompanied by a scientific qualification. Experience in patient and public involvement or patient engagement within research, ideally in health contexts. Strong understanding of scientific processes, translational research, or clinical research, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to non-specialist audiences. Ability to work effectively within multi-partner or consortium projects, collaborating with external organisations. Confidence in liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including patients, researchers, funders, and partner organisations. Experience developing accessible, patient-centred materials, training, or communications. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in building relationships across diverse groups. Ability to work independently and proactively, while contributing effectively as part of a team. Commitment to patient-centred research and improving outcomes for the rare disease community. Flexibility to travel for in-person meetings, workshops, and events within the UK and internationally multiple times a year. Desirable Experience supporting or delivering training sessions, workshops, or webinars for patient or professional audiences. Familiarity with drug repurposing, translational research, or rare disease research environments. Experience managing or contributing to multi-stakeholder research projects. Experience working or volunteering in the charity or not-for-profit sector. An understanding of rare diseases, health charities, or small-organisation dynamics WORKING AT BEACON Beacon is a small, tight-knit team, with a friendly atmosphere and strong commitment to our beneficiaries. We aim to give all employees opportunities to pursue their interests, develop their skills, and shape their career path. We offer flexible working practices to help our staff balance their personal and professional lives, including hybrid working (50% split between home and office working) and flexible hours. We also recognise the substantial benefits of in-person collaboration and communication for the organisation, team morale, and for individual staff development, and are committed to maintaining this as a core part of how we work. After the initial in-person onboarding period, we d like this role to be based in the office for around 2 3 days a week on average (though not necessarily every single week) to support effective teamwork, strong communication, and smooth daily operations. BENEFITS 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and Christmas to New Year closure Flexible working practices including hybrid working and flexitime Time off in lieu to support appropriate work/life balance 5% pension contribution Annual training budget to support personal and professional development A close knit and friendly small team environment Frequent opportunities to meet with beneficiaries and expand your professional network Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including access to mental health support, 24/7 GP service, discounted gym membership, shopping savings and more
Would you like to provide support, advice and guidance to the Royal British Legion members in Gloucestershire? Are you an effective communicator who can build relationships with our diverse volunteers? If so we would love to hear from you! Our Membership Engagement Team provide support, advice and guidance to ensure that our members can continue to be the force for good in their communities. Through strong relationships, the team facilitates the sharing of great practice and ensure that the membership remain compliant. The Membership Engagement Officers (MEOs) are actively engaged within their areas, meeting Branch members, supporting their activities and building a stronger membership fit for the next 100 years. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. The Membership Engagement Officer (MEO) is a key role which inspires and engages our membership to be active and fulfil their role and purpose while remaining compliant with the Legion's Membership handbook and policies. Every day will be different as this role will see you responding to the needs of the individual county of responsibility. It is a challenging and exciting post where no two days will be the same. You will provide organisational support, advice and information to our members, and work closely with County Committees, the membership central team staff and other departments. This a varied role which covers a range of duties from connecting and building relationships with Branches to compliance oversight and responding to membership queries. Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts. You will be contracted to your home address. You will be expected to work both there and on a mobile basis at other locations in Gloucestershire Region with occasional travel (incl. for monthly team meetings) beyond this area. Some evening and weekend work will be required, including an occasional requirement for some overnight stays. The successful individual is not permitted to hold a membership officer role in their designated area of work and must hold a full UK driving licence. Given the responsibilities associated with the role, it is a requirement that you live within reasonable distance of the designated area of responsibility. For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Employee benefits include - - 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14% - Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives - Opportunities to volunteer - Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Would you like to provide support, advice and guidance to the Royal British Legion members in Gloucestershire? Are you an effective communicator who can build relationships with our diverse volunteers? If so we would love to hear from you! Our Membership Engagement Team provide support, advice and guidance to ensure that our members can continue to be the force for good in their communities. Through strong relationships, the team facilitates the sharing of great practice and ensure that the membership remain compliant. The Membership Engagement Officers (MEOs) are actively engaged within their areas, meeting Branch members, supporting their activities and building a stronger membership fit for the next 100 years. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. The Membership Engagement Officer (MEO) is a key role which inspires and engages our membership to be active and fulfil their role and purpose while remaining compliant with the Legion's Membership handbook and policies. Every day will be different as this role will see you responding to the needs of the individual county of responsibility. It is a challenging and exciting post where no two days will be the same. You will provide organisational support, advice and information to our members, and work closely with County Committees, the membership central team staff and other departments. This a varied role which covers a range of duties from connecting and building relationships with Branches to compliance oversight and responding to membership queries. Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts. You will be contracted to your home address. You will be expected to work both there and on a mobile basis at other locations in Gloucestershire Region with occasional travel (incl. for monthly team meetings) beyond this area. Some evening and weekend work will be required, including an occasional requirement for some overnight stays. The successful individual is not permitted to hold a membership officer role in their designated area of work and must hold a full UK driving licence. Given the responsibilities associated with the role, it is a requirement that you live within reasonable distance of the designated area of responsibility. For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Employee benefits include - - 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14% - Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives - Opportunities to volunteer - Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple
City, London
The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple has an exciting opportunity for a Multimedia Designer to join their dedicated team. Location: London, EC4Y 9BT Salary: £38,000 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Closing date: 10am on 22/09/2025 About The Honourable Society of The Middle Temple: As one of the four Inns of Court, we are proud to provide support, education and accommodation to barristers at every stage of their careers. The Inn awards just over a million pounds in scholarships each year, with the majority going to students commencing the bar vocational training course, some to students doing a post-graduate law conversion course, plus smaller amounts for ad hoc overseas placements, essay prizes etc. The Inn s mission is to support the rule of law in the UK and overseas, especially Common Law jurisdictions, and carries this out by providing extensive education opportunities and support to its members across the world. Multimedia Designer The Role: Working with the Head of Communications and Engagement and communications team to create compelling and professional visual and video content promoting Middle Temple s events, educational services, archive, library and estate to its members across its communication channels. This includes web, social media, video, posters and print. Providing technical expertise to the Inn and its staff who produce newsletters, mass mailings, website and other content. Able to find creative solutions to make the Inn a more effective communicator. Able to add value to other outputs in the Communications Department as required. Multimedia Designer Key Responsibilities: - Responsible for creating professional, engaging and imaginative visual/graphic/video content across Inn s communication channels - Working with the departments of the Inn to determine their requirements and to turn them into accessible, compelling and timely communications - Working with the Head of Communications and Engagement, Communications Officer, IT Department and others to promote the Inn, its facilities and events to members through all digital and print mediums - Review analytics/reports with Head of Communications and Engagement to better understand visual content needs for website, newsletters, social media - Working with the Head of Communications and Engagement to ensure the Inn s website newsletters, posters and social media look professional and engaging - Other duties in the Communications Department as required Multimedia Designer You: - Professional experience in graphic design and using Adobe Photoshop/InDesign or similar packages to create professional content - Proficient and experienced at editing video to create engaging collateral, creating subtitles for use as communications content - Experience in creation/editing mail templates as specified with the Head of Communications - Proficient in Google Analytics and other analytic systems to examine website, social media and newsletter performance and act accordingly on any insights - Experience of a similar working environment &/or understanding of the workings of the Middle Temple or other not-for-profit organisation - Excellent communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) at all levels Multimedia Designer Benefits: - Generous Annual Leave Entitlements - Life Assurance - Employee Assistance Programme (online resources and access to confidential counselling services) - Private Medical Insurance (including gym membership) - Medical Cashback Scheme (e.g. for dental, optical) - Generous Pension (12% employer contribution) - Season Ticket Loans - Access to a Range of Learning & Development Opportunities - Opportunity to join our dedicated team and work in a beautiful, unique, and historical setting in central London Application Process: Middle Temple is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an environment that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Closing date: 10am on 22/09/2025 Interviews: 08/10/2025 To submit your application for this exciting Multimedia Designer opportunity, please click Apply now.
Sep 03, 2025
Full time
The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple has an exciting opportunity for a Multimedia Designer to join their dedicated team. Location: London, EC4Y 9BT Salary: £38,000 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 hrs per week Closing date: 10am on 22/09/2025 About The Honourable Society of The Middle Temple: As one of the four Inns of Court, we are proud to provide support, education and accommodation to barristers at every stage of their careers. The Inn awards just over a million pounds in scholarships each year, with the majority going to students commencing the bar vocational training course, some to students doing a post-graduate law conversion course, plus smaller amounts for ad hoc overseas placements, essay prizes etc. The Inn s mission is to support the rule of law in the UK and overseas, especially Common Law jurisdictions, and carries this out by providing extensive education opportunities and support to its members across the world. Multimedia Designer The Role: Working with the Head of Communications and Engagement and communications team to create compelling and professional visual and video content promoting Middle Temple s events, educational services, archive, library and estate to its members across its communication channels. This includes web, social media, video, posters and print. Providing technical expertise to the Inn and its staff who produce newsletters, mass mailings, website and other content. Able to find creative solutions to make the Inn a more effective communicator. Able to add value to other outputs in the Communications Department as required. Multimedia Designer Key Responsibilities: - Responsible for creating professional, engaging and imaginative visual/graphic/video content across Inn s communication channels - Working with the departments of the Inn to determine their requirements and to turn them into accessible, compelling and timely communications - Working with the Head of Communications and Engagement, Communications Officer, IT Department and others to promote the Inn, its facilities and events to members through all digital and print mediums - Review analytics/reports with Head of Communications and Engagement to better understand visual content needs for website, newsletters, social media - Working with the Head of Communications and Engagement to ensure the Inn s website newsletters, posters and social media look professional and engaging - Other duties in the Communications Department as required Multimedia Designer You: - Professional experience in graphic design and using Adobe Photoshop/InDesign or similar packages to create professional content - Proficient and experienced at editing video to create engaging collateral, creating subtitles for use as communications content - Experience in creation/editing mail templates as specified with the Head of Communications - Proficient in Google Analytics and other analytic systems to examine website, social media and newsletter performance and act accordingly on any insights - Experience of a similar working environment &/or understanding of the workings of the Middle Temple or other not-for-profit organisation - Excellent communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) at all levels Multimedia Designer Benefits: - Generous Annual Leave Entitlements - Life Assurance - Employee Assistance Programme (online resources and access to confidential counselling services) - Private Medical Insurance (including gym membership) - Medical Cashback Scheme (e.g. for dental, optical) - Generous Pension (12% employer contribution) - Season Ticket Loans - Access to a Range of Learning & Development Opportunities - Opportunity to join our dedicated team and work in a beautiful, unique, and historical setting in central London Application Process: Middle Temple is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an environment that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Closing date: 10am on 22/09/2025 Interviews: 08/10/2025 To submit your application for this exciting Multimedia Designer opportunity, please click Apply now.
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, extends from Loughborough upwards. (Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, South and West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester) with lots of travel Salary: £350 - £500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet the company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Sep 02, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, extends from Loughborough upwards. (Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, South and West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester) with lots of travel Salary: £350 - £500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet the company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, covering the Central Region ( includes Gwent, Gloucestershire, Hereford, Shropshire, Worcester, Staffordshire and Northants, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk ) with lots of travel Salary: £350-£500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Sep 02, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, covering the Central Region ( includes Gwent, Gloucestershire, Hereford, Shropshire, Worcester, Staffordshire and Northants, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk ) with lots of travel Salary: £350-£500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Property Procurement Officer - Southwest Coast Location: Southwest Coast Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Salary: 30,000 - 34,000 per annum Manpower is recruiting a Property Procurement Officer on behalf of our client. This field-based role focuses on sourcing and securing properties for long term contracts, building strong relationships with landlords, agents and local authority stakeholders, ensuring compliance with legislative and contractual requirements. This is a varied role combining property procurement, partnership management, and administrative responsibilities - ideal for someone with a background in housing, lettings, or property acquisition. Key Responsibilities Property Procurement & Compliance Source and secure suitable properties through accommodation partners and agents Build strong relationships with landlords, local authorities, and other key stakeholders Ensure all properties meet legislative, contractual, and company standards Oversee property handover, sign-off, and compliance processes Maintain accurate records in line with internal policies Stakeholder Engagement Liaise with local authority Environmental Health Officers and other regional contacts Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager and Head of Procurement to ensure the property portfolio meets operational needs Attend meetings and maintain positive working relationships across the supply chain Performance & Administration Mnitor and report on procurement KPIs and performance targets Handle daily calls, emails, and enquiries from landlords and agents Manage and respond to local authority notices appropriately Support continuous improvement and best practice sharing across the team Person Specification Qualifications & Training GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths Relevant qualification in administration (desirable) Experience Proven experience working in a busy environment with competing priorities Property-related experience such as sales, lettings, valuations, or estate agency Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Background in managing multiple shared inboxes Skilled at handling a high volume of verbal and written requests Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders in person Familiarity with working alongside administrators Experience working on large or multi-site operations and coordinating communication effectively Skills Solutions-focused with strong customer service skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Track record of working to and achieving KPI targets Excellent organisational and meeting coordination skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications Personal Attributes Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a friendly, professional telephone manner Positive, enthusiastic, and approachable Strong listening skills and attention to detail Special Requirements Good understanding of the local area Awareness of compliance requirements, including Health & Safety, GDPR, and Safeguarding Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme Life assurance cover Health and wellbeing membership scheme Laptop, phone, and equipment provided where required Opportunities for training and development Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - this role does not offer visa sponsorship All offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check f you're ready to play a key role in securing quality housing solutions, apply today!
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Property Procurement Officer - Southwest Coast Location: Southwest Coast Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Salary: 30,000 - 34,000 per annum Manpower is recruiting a Property Procurement Officer on behalf of our client. This field-based role focuses on sourcing and securing properties for long term contracts, building strong relationships with landlords, agents and local authority stakeholders, ensuring compliance with legislative and contractual requirements. This is a varied role combining property procurement, partnership management, and administrative responsibilities - ideal for someone with a background in housing, lettings, or property acquisition. Key Responsibilities Property Procurement & Compliance Source and secure suitable properties through accommodation partners and agents Build strong relationships with landlords, local authorities, and other key stakeholders Ensure all properties meet legislative, contractual, and company standards Oversee property handover, sign-off, and compliance processes Maintain accurate records in line with internal policies Stakeholder Engagement Liaise with local authority Environmental Health Officers and other regional contacts Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager and Head of Procurement to ensure the property portfolio meets operational needs Attend meetings and maintain positive working relationships across the supply chain Performance & Administration Mnitor and report on procurement KPIs and performance targets Handle daily calls, emails, and enquiries from landlords and agents Manage and respond to local authority notices appropriately Support continuous improvement and best practice sharing across the team Person Specification Qualifications & Training GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths Relevant qualification in administration (desirable) Experience Proven experience working in a busy environment with competing priorities Property-related experience such as sales, lettings, valuations, or estate agency Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Background in managing multiple shared inboxes Skilled at handling a high volume of verbal and written requests Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders in person Familiarity with working alongside administrators Experience working on large or multi-site operations and coordinating communication effectively Skills Solutions-focused with strong customer service skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Track record of working to and achieving KPI targets Excellent organisational and meeting coordination skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications Personal Attributes Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a friendly, professional telephone manner Positive, enthusiastic, and approachable Strong listening skills and attention to detail Special Requirements Good understanding of the local area Awareness of compliance requirements, including Health & Safety, GDPR, and Safeguarding Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme Life assurance cover Health and wellbeing membership scheme Laptop, phone, and equipment provided where required Opportunities for training and development Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - this role does not offer visa sponsorship All offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check f you're ready to play a key role in securing quality housing solutions, apply today!
Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Child Advocates , ensuring that the voices of children and young people are heard in decisions affecting their lives. If you've supported children in navigating care systems, expressed their views in court or care proceedings, and championed their rights, you could make an incredible difference in a child's life by offering them not only advocacy-but also the stability and belonging of a therapeutic home. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting , giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team , attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective , and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience). This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you've worked as a: Child Advocate Children's Rights Officer Independent Visitor or Guardian Participation or Engagement Worker then your ability to build trust, promote a child's voice, and safeguard their best interests could make you an outstanding foster carer . Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best - but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Child Advocates , ensuring that the voices of children and young people are heard in decisions affecting their lives. If you've supported children in navigating care systems, expressed their views in court or care proceedings, and championed their rights, you could make an incredible difference in a child's life by offering them not only advocacy-but also the stability and belonging of a therapeutic home. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting , giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team , attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective , and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience). This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you've worked as a: Child Advocate Children's Rights Officer Independent Visitor or Guardian Participation or Engagement Worker then your ability to build trust, promote a child's voice, and safeguard their best interests could make you an outstanding foster carer . Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best - but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.
Senior Planning Officer (Major Projects) - Part-time 22.5 hours Location: Stoke-on-Trent Length of Contract : Interim until January 2025 Section: Planning Services Hourly rate: 51.20 umbrella Are you ready to shape the future of our city? We're looking for a Senior Planning Officer (Major Projects) to join our Planning Services team and play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable, high-quality development across the city. About the Role As a Senior Planning Officer, you'll provide expert planning advice and manage complex major development applications. You'll work closely with key stakeholders, including developers, landowners, and strategic partner,s to support regeneration priorities and investment opportunities. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will influence the city's growth and transformation. Key Responsibilities Assess and recommend decisions on major planning applications, including those involving listed buildings, conservation areas, and hazardous substances. Provide specialist input into regeneration projects and strategic development initiatives. Advise senior officers and stakeholders on planning considerations for major investments. Lead public engagement exercises and represent the Council at inquiries and hearings. Monitor planning conditions and validate applications. Contribute to the performance management of the Development Management Team. What We're Looking For A relevant degree and eligibility for chartered membership of the RTPI. Proven experience in managing complex planning applications and working with diverse stakeholders. Strong understanding of planning law, policy, and commercial development motivations. Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and flexible approach. If you would like to hear more about this vacancy, please contact Chrissie at the Derby Office or apply directly. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Senior Planning Officer (Major Projects) - Part-time 22.5 hours Location: Stoke-on-Trent Length of Contract : Interim until January 2025 Section: Planning Services Hourly rate: 51.20 umbrella Are you ready to shape the future of our city? We're looking for a Senior Planning Officer (Major Projects) to join our Planning Services team and play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable, high-quality development across the city. About the Role As a Senior Planning Officer, you'll provide expert planning advice and manage complex major development applications. You'll work closely with key stakeholders, including developers, landowners, and strategic partner,s to support regeneration priorities and investment opportunities. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will influence the city's growth and transformation. Key Responsibilities Assess and recommend decisions on major planning applications, including those involving listed buildings, conservation areas, and hazardous substances. Provide specialist input into regeneration projects and strategic development initiatives. Advise senior officers and stakeholders on planning considerations for major investments. Lead public engagement exercises and represent the Council at inquiries and hearings. Monitor planning conditions and validate applications. Contribute to the performance management of the Development Management Team. What We're Looking For A relevant degree and eligibility for chartered membership of the RTPI. Proven experience in managing complex planning applications and working with diverse stakeholders. Strong understanding of planning law, policy, and commercial development motivations. Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and flexible approach. If you would like to hear more about this vacancy, please contact Chrissie at the Derby Office or apply directly. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Money Guidance Officer 6-month FTC £28,000 Hybrid London Are you passionate about financial inclusion and supporting people to overcome barriers to financial stability? We re working with a small but mighty charity that s on a mission to make debt and money advice accessible to everyone. They re expanding their team and looking for a Money Guidance Officer to join them on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role is ideal for someone who: Thrives in community-facing work and enjoys engaging with people from all walks of life. Has strong admin and organisational skills, alongside a warm and empathetic approach. Can juggle outreach, engagement, and support work keeping individuals connected to the debt advice journey. Is comfortable delivering 1-2-1 and group sessions, promoting financial resilience and education. Can work flexibly across community locations in London (with some hybrid working available). You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive team at a pivotal moment of growth, helping to ensure people are not just referred into services but fully supported throughout their financial advice journey. Salary: £28,000 Location: London (with hybrid working) Contract: 6-month FTC Benefits: 25 days annual leave + birthday off + up to 35 days with service, 3% pension, £200 home working equipment allowance, Costco membership, EAP and more! If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP! Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Money Guidance Officer 6-month FTC £28,000 Hybrid London Are you passionate about financial inclusion and supporting people to overcome barriers to financial stability? We re working with a small but mighty charity that s on a mission to make debt and money advice accessible to everyone. They re expanding their team and looking for a Money Guidance Officer to join them on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role is ideal for someone who: Thrives in community-facing work and enjoys engaging with people from all walks of life. Has strong admin and organisational skills, alongside a warm and empathetic approach. Can juggle outreach, engagement, and support work keeping individuals connected to the debt advice journey. Is comfortable delivering 1-2-1 and group sessions, promoting financial resilience and education. Can work flexibly across community locations in London (with some hybrid working available). You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive team at a pivotal moment of growth, helping to ensure people are not just referred into services but fully supported throughout their financial advice journey. Salary: £28,000 Location: London (with hybrid working) Contract: 6-month FTC Benefits: 25 days annual leave + birthday off + up to 35 days with service, 3% pension, £200 home working equipment allowance, Costco membership, EAP and more! If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP! Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the Home Counties in the search for a Planning Policy Team Leader to join their T own Planning department on a 6 month rolling contract. The main purpose of the role will require you to play a leading role in managing and supervising a team of planning policy staff through the local plan process and the creation of future policy documents, guidance notes and SPDs. Your key responsibilities will include the overseeing of officers and external consultants to deliver on policy programs alongside the maintenance of relationships with key stakeholders to ensure 'duty to cooperate'. You will be required to allocate and delegate work streams to members of the policy team; sign off delegated reports; undertake community and stakeholder consultations; make policy comments on major planning applications; and represent the Planning Policy Team at the Member Planning Panel, Cabinet and other Councillor meetings. The post holder will be required to deal with a wide range of complex technical work to support the preparation of a new Local Plan as well as shaping and participating effectively in public consultation on emerging policy documents. Main duties will include: 1)To contribute to the delivery of an efficient and effective Planning Strategy Team for the council, including engagement with developers and other key bodies in the delivery of quality developments and a robust planning policy framework 2)To assist in the Council's effective corporate governance and the formulation of corporate strategy, plans and targets; contributing to the delivery of the Council's corporate vision and strategic objectives. 3)To manage a team of policy staff to produce the Local Plans and other planning documentation from inception through to public inquiry and examination. 4)To provide creativity, knowledge and guidance in relation to all types Policy Planning tasks as necessary, in particular the most complex Policy Planning tasks including the creation of sound planning policy, presenting at Local Plan public examinations and appeal work including leading on policy input at public inquiries. 5)To project manage and/or procure technical work to provide a robust evidence base on a wide range of policy planning matters. 7)To manage the activities and performance of a variety of other staff and external consultants as required. 8)To work with the Planning Strategy Manager to provide service input into all relevant committee processes, from a team perspective, in conjunction with Democratic Services. To supervise the preparation of all relevant Committee and Panel (including the Member Planning Panel and CIL Panel) agendas ensuring the provision of high quality reports to agreed timescales and to represent the Council at pre-Committee briefings and Committee meetings. 9)To utilise information technology to improve service delivery and to encourage staff to work innovatively to maximise resources. (Additional responsibilities as required) Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements with home working provided. Carrington West Pay Rate - Approx £70per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 60425 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the Home Counties in the search for a Planning Policy Team Leader to join their T own Planning department on a 6 month rolling contract. The main purpose of the role will require you to play a leading role in managing and supervising a team of planning policy staff through the local plan process and the creation of future policy documents, guidance notes and SPDs. Your key responsibilities will include the overseeing of officers and external consultants to deliver on policy programs alongside the maintenance of relationships with key stakeholders to ensure 'duty to cooperate'. You will be required to allocate and delegate work streams to members of the policy team; sign off delegated reports; undertake community and stakeholder consultations; make policy comments on major planning applications; and represent the Planning Policy Team at the Member Planning Panel, Cabinet and other Councillor meetings. The post holder will be required to deal with a wide range of complex technical work to support the preparation of a new Local Plan as well as shaping and participating effectively in public consultation on emerging policy documents. Main duties will include: 1)To contribute to the delivery of an efficient and effective Planning Strategy Team for the council, including engagement with developers and other key bodies in the delivery of quality developments and a robust planning policy framework 2)To assist in the Council's effective corporate governance and the formulation of corporate strategy, plans and targets; contributing to the delivery of the Council's corporate vision and strategic objectives. 3)To manage a team of policy staff to produce the Local Plans and other planning documentation from inception through to public inquiry and examination. 4)To provide creativity, knowledge and guidance in relation to all types Policy Planning tasks as necessary, in particular the most complex Policy Planning tasks including the creation of sound planning policy, presenting at Local Plan public examinations and appeal work including leading on policy input at public inquiries. 5)To project manage and/or procure technical work to provide a robust evidence base on a wide range of policy planning matters. 7)To manage the activities and performance of a variety of other staff and external consultants as required. 8)To work with the Planning Strategy Manager to provide service input into all relevant committee processes, from a team perspective, in conjunction with Democratic Services. To supervise the preparation of all relevant Committee and Panel (including the Member Planning Panel and CIL Panel) agendas ensuring the provision of high quality reports to agreed timescales and to represent the Council at pre-Committee briefings and Committee meetings. 9)To utilise information technology to improve service delivery and to encourage staff to work innovatively to maximise resources. (Additional responsibilities as required) Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements with home working provided. Carrington West Pay Rate - Approx £70per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 60425 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the East of England in the search for a Principal Planning Policy Officer to join their Town Planning department on a 6 month initial contract. The role will require you to undertake complex work in relation to the preparation of the councils plan including: Reviewing and interpreting complex evidence base documents and formulating policies that respond to the outcomes of that evidence. Undertaking analysis of data and information to create evidence to support plan making and decision taking. This includes statutory reporting. Advising members of the options and challenges they need to address through the plan and incorporating their feedback into policies. Drafting of policies and their justification. Drafting planning guidance. Reviewing engagement outcomes and adjusting policies to reflect those outcomes. Presenting evidence in writing and in person in respect of the plan. The post holder will be required to deal with a wide range of complex technical work to support the preparation of a new Local Plan. Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements with home working provided. Carrington West Pay Rate - Up to £55-£60per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 60573 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the East of England in the search for a Principal Planning Policy Officer to join their Town Planning department on a 6 month initial contract. The role will require you to undertake complex work in relation to the preparation of the councils plan including: Reviewing and interpreting complex evidence base documents and formulating policies that respond to the outcomes of that evidence. Undertaking analysis of data and information to create evidence to support plan making and decision taking. This includes statutory reporting. Advising members of the options and challenges they need to address through the plan and incorporating their feedback into policies. Drafting of policies and their justification. Drafting planning guidance. Reviewing engagement outcomes and adjusting policies to reflect those outcomes. Presenting evidence in writing and in person in respect of the plan. The post holder will be required to deal with a wide range of complex technical work to support the preparation of a new Local Plan. Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements with home working provided. Carrington West Pay Rate - Up to £55-£60per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 60573 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
This role has a salary of 61,784 to 67,859 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We have an opportunity for a highly motivated and strategic individual to join our Surrey Pension team (SPT) as a Pensions Senior Manager - Governance & Risk. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving forward the enabling functions that underpin the success of our service. You will lead a team of managers and officers across Governance, Risk and Investment. Working closely with the Head of Pensions - Investment & Governance and the Pensions Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in designing and developing our strategic plan and ensuring it is delivered effectively and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality public services. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Surrey Pension Team is responsible for administering the Surrey Pension Fund, which is part of the national Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Surrey County Council acts as the administering authority, overseeing investment, funding, governance, and the day-to-day administration of the fund. With a value of over 6 billion, the fund supports more than 130,000 members and around 500 participating employers, including councils, universities, colleges, academies, and private sector organisations delivering public services. The team manages the full pension lifecycle-from onboarding new members to processing retirements and dependents' benefits. Our mission is to deliver a first-class customer experience while maintaining the long-term financial sustainability of the fund. We foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, working closely with stakeholders to ensure our services are efficient, transparent, and responsive to the needs of our members. About the Role In this role, you will lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for a range of critical functions. You will play a central role in the governance and oversight of both the Fund and external suppliers and partners. You will also have responsibility for monitoring all risks related to the Fund and intervening, when necessary, to mitigate them. Considering and protecting the membership of the Fund is at the heart of everything we do. You will provide strategic direction for the team as governance and risk requirements expand and focus on maintaining best practice as guidance and regulations change. As part of your responsibilities, you will also deputise for the Head of Pensions - Investment & Governance at key meetings and forums. Your work will support the development and implementation of both strategic and operational plans for the Surrey Pension Team. In addition, you will be responsible for drafting and presenting reports to the Local Pension Board and Pension Committee. Shortlisting criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Experience of senior leadership in governance and/or risk & compliance. Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities. Strong strategic thinking to adapt to change and continuously seek improvement. A track record of delivering results on time. High proficiency in Microsoft tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.) The advert will close at 23:59 on 14th September with interviews to follow later in September. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas. Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
This role has a salary of 61,784 to 67,859 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We have an opportunity for a highly motivated and strategic individual to join our Surrey Pension team (SPT) as a Pensions Senior Manager - Governance & Risk. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving forward the enabling functions that underpin the success of our service. You will lead a team of managers and officers across Governance, Risk and Investment. Working closely with the Head of Pensions - Investment & Governance and the Pensions Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in designing and developing our strategic plan and ensuring it is delivered effectively and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality public services. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Surrey Pension Team is responsible for administering the Surrey Pension Fund, which is part of the national Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Surrey County Council acts as the administering authority, overseeing investment, funding, governance, and the day-to-day administration of the fund. With a value of over 6 billion, the fund supports more than 130,000 members and around 500 participating employers, including councils, universities, colleges, academies, and private sector organisations delivering public services. The team manages the full pension lifecycle-from onboarding new members to processing retirements and dependents' benefits. Our mission is to deliver a first-class customer experience while maintaining the long-term financial sustainability of the fund. We foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, working closely with stakeholders to ensure our services are efficient, transparent, and responsive to the needs of our members. About the Role In this role, you will lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for a range of critical functions. You will play a central role in the governance and oversight of both the Fund and external suppliers and partners. You will also have responsibility for monitoring all risks related to the Fund and intervening, when necessary, to mitigate them. Considering and protecting the membership of the Fund is at the heart of everything we do. You will provide strategic direction for the team as governance and risk requirements expand and focus on maintaining best practice as guidance and regulations change. As part of your responsibilities, you will also deputise for the Head of Pensions - Investment & Governance at key meetings and forums. Your work will support the development and implementation of both strategic and operational plans for the Surrey Pension Team. In addition, you will be responsible for drafting and presenting reports to the Local Pension Board and Pension Committee. Shortlisting criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Experience of senior leadership in governance and/or risk & compliance. Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities. Strong strategic thinking to adapt to change and continuously seek improvement. A track record of delivering results on time. High proficiency in Microsoft tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.) The advert will close at 23:59 on 14th September with interviews to follow later in September. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas. Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Senior Planning Officer Location: Glebe Street, ST4 1RN Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 5+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 40.00 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Provide professional planning services with a focus on supporting major and complex developments through the planning process. Offer expert advice on planning law, policy, and guidance. Examine and recommend decisions on complex major applications, ensuring compliance with legislation and policies. Support work on CPOs, LDOs, and initiatives like Enterprise Zones. Provide planning input for sustainable site and area-based regeneration priorities. Advise senior officers and stakeholders on potential and actual major investment opportunities. Authorize decisions on minor applications and identify regeneration project opportunities. Provide planning support for regeneration projects and commission necessary research. Write planning advice, commission expert advice, and serve as a professional witness in complex planning matters. Coach colleagues, check work quality, and lead case review panels. Monitor planning conditions, validate applications, and support the duty system. Compile and present reports to committees, deputize for senior management, and maintain accurate records. Engage in managing team performance and embrace new ICT systems. Ensure effective communication with stakeholders and negotiate with the development industry. Foster positive relationships within the Planning Services Division and organize public engagement exercises. Coordinate work across the town and region, work evenings and weekends as required, and maintain confidentiality. Promote a culture of opportunity, responsibility, and personal growth, and actively promote equality and diversity. Seek improvement opportunities and test new ways to meet customer needs. Person Specification Relevant degree (or equivalent) and eligibility for chartered membership of the RTPI. Excellent understanding of development management, enforcement, planning policy, and related considerations. Specialist expertise in complex development proposals and policy or design. Understanding of commercial motivations, opportunities, and constraints affecting businesses and developers. Experience in assessing or preparing applications for planning permission, including complex schemes. Successful negotiation with elected Members, developers, agents, and other stakeholders. Ability to manage work to set timescales and understand performance management and project management approaches. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Strong customer service skills and understanding of modern ICT systems. Ability to travel efficiently between development sites and a proactive attitude to problem-solving. Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and work as part of a team. Willingness to continue professional development and work without support when needed. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Senior Planning Officer Location: Glebe Street, ST4 1RN Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 5+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 40.00 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Provide professional planning services with a focus on supporting major and complex developments through the planning process. Offer expert advice on planning law, policy, and guidance. Examine and recommend decisions on complex major applications, ensuring compliance with legislation and policies. Support work on CPOs, LDOs, and initiatives like Enterprise Zones. Provide planning input for sustainable site and area-based regeneration priorities. Advise senior officers and stakeholders on potential and actual major investment opportunities. Authorize decisions on minor applications and identify regeneration project opportunities. Provide planning support for regeneration projects and commission necessary research. Write planning advice, commission expert advice, and serve as a professional witness in complex planning matters. Coach colleagues, check work quality, and lead case review panels. Monitor planning conditions, validate applications, and support the duty system. Compile and present reports to committees, deputize for senior management, and maintain accurate records. Engage in managing team performance and embrace new ICT systems. Ensure effective communication with stakeholders and negotiate with the development industry. Foster positive relationships within the Planning Services Division and organize public engagement exercises. Coordinate work across the town and region, work evenings and weekends as required, and maintain confidentiality. Promote a culture of opportunity, responsibility, and personal growth, and actively promote equality and diversity. Seek improvement opportunities and test new ways to meet customer needs. Person Specification Relevant degree (or equivalent) and eligibility for chartered membership of the RTPI. Excellent understanding of development management, enforcement, planning policy, and related considerations. Specialist expertise in complex development proposals and policy or design. Understanding of commercial motivations, opportunities, and constraints affecting businesses and developers. Experience in assessing or preparing applications for planning permission, including complex schemes. Successful negotiation with elected Members, developers, agents, and other stakeholders. Ability to manage work to set timescales and understand performance management and project management approaches. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Strong customer service skills and understanding of modern ICT systems. Ability to travel efficiently between development sites and a proactive attitude to problem-solving. Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and work as part of a team. Willingness to continue professional development and work without support when needed. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Our client, a prestigious City based Multi Asset fund manager is seeking a Senior Compliance Assurance & Monitoring lead to take on a 12 month maternity cover. The business has a approx. AUM of over £15+ billion and employ's approximately 200 employees in the UK. The role is 70% BAU with 30% programme delivery. You will lead the Compliance Monitoring team of 2 direct reports and own the risk-based Compliance Monitoring Plan across the firms various entities, as well as offering the business your assitance in both Enterprise Risk tasks and the ideally the firm's ICARA submission. You will be availiable to start within the next 4 - 10 weeks (No later than ). You will be required to have evident current/past staff leadership skills please and experience from the buy side / investments & funds domain. Overview Operating within the second line of defence, the Compliance Monitoring Team provides independent assurance to the regulated Boards on the adequacy and effectiveness of systems and controls across the business through robust monitoring, thematic reviews, action tracking, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. The Head of Compliance Monitoring is responsible for managing the Compliance Monitoring Team, and overseeing the design, timely execution, and continuous improvement of the compliance monitoring framework. The role ensures that operations align with regulatory standards and internal policies, and that the firm is not exposed to undue risk. In addition, the Head of Compliance Monitoring will be involved with the organisation's Enterprise Risk Management strategy, ensuring proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of strategic, operational, financial, and regulatory risks. The role also includes general support to the Compliance Advisory team, and the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, including effective cover for other areas within the Compliance team as required, reporting to, and membership of, relevant in-house committees, and engagement with the internal audit department and the internal audit plan. Compliance Monitoring Programme Design & Delivery Design and implement a risk-based compliance monitoring programme that aligns with evolving regulatory expectations, internal priorities and risk objectives, securing Board agreement to the plan. Lead the ongoing design, development and maintenance of the monitoring plan, procedures, methodologies and reporting templates so oversight remains consistent, effective and scalable. Continuously track regulatory change and emerging best practice, enhancing the framework so all parts of the firm are appropriately monitored-particularly during periods of change-and ensuring relevant rule changes are incorporated into the plan. Enterprise Risk Framework Oversight and Delivery Oversee the identification, assessment and mitigation of strategic, operational, financial and compliance risks across the firm, embedding risk awareness into business planning and decision-making. Maintain and evolve the corporate risk register and report key risk indicators to executive committees and regulated boards. Define and oversee risk appetite statements so risks are managed within agreed thresholds and business objectives. Work closely with Internal Audit, Legal and Operations to drive a unified approach to risk, and report metrics and trends to regulated boards and the Audit & Risk Committee to enable proactive governance. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach and mentor a high-performing Compliance Monitoring team, fostering professional development, technical depth and a collaborative culture. Direct the timely delivery of the Compliance Monitoring Programme by overseeing planning and execution of thematic reviews and regular control testing, ensuring quality, consistency and regulatory alignment. Stakeholder Engagement Work with business stakeholders to ensure monitoring findings are resolved and embedded within operational and strategic processes. Serve as a trusted adviser to senior leadership, offering expert guidance on compliance risks, internal controls and regulatory developments. Reporting & External Relations Produce high-quality reports for regulated Boards, the Audit & Risk Committee and other executive forums, translating compliance, risk and audit outcomes into clear, actionable insights and providing regular status updates on delivery of the monitoring plan and thematic work. Escalate delays or missed action deadlines to drive accountability and timely remediation. Engage with internal/external auditors, regulators and industry bodies as required, representing the firm with professionalism and subject-matter credibility. Support due diligence of outsourced providers (e.g., custodians, depositaries, transfer agents) and deliver meaningful reports and conclusions to senior management. Assist with Internal Audit information requests and track remedial actions to closure. General Support to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer Conduct targeted research on new products, projects, business enhancements and regulatory developments, and lead day-to-day delivery of agreed projects to time and quality. Ensure alignment with team, departmental and business objectives, and provide general support to the Head of Compliance Advisory and the Chief Operating Officer as needed. Experience / Knowledge - Compliance, Risk & Regulatory Expertise Demonstrable track record across compliance monitoring, surveillance, audit and enterprise risk management within regulated financial services. Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, including design and execution of monitoring programmes and thematic reviews. Experience / Knowledge - Investment & Market Knowledge Sound knowledge of investment products and financial markets, with the ability to apply this understanding to compliance communications, reviews and risk analysis.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Our client, a prestigious City based Multi Asset fund manager is seeking a Senior Compliance Assurance & Monitoring lead to take on a 12 month maternity cover. The business has a approx. AUM of over £15+ billion and employ's approximately 200 employees in the UK. The role is 70% BAU with 30% programme delivery. You will lead the Compliance Monitoring team of 2 direct reports and own the risk-based Compliance Monitoring Plan across the firms various entities, as well as offering the business your assitance in both Enterprise Risk tasks and the ideally the firm's ICARA submission. You will be availiable to start within the next 4 - 10 weeks (No later than ). You will be required to have evident current/past staff leadership skills please and experience from the buy side / investments & funds domain. Overview Operating within the second line of defence, the Compliance Monitoring Team provides independent assurance to the regulated Boards on the adequacy and effectiveness of systems and controls across the business through robust monitoring, thematic reviews, action tracking, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. The Head of Compliance Monitoring is responsible for managing the Compliance Monitoring Team, and overseeing the design, timely execution, and continuous improvement of the compliance monitoring framework. The role ensures that operations align with regulatory standards and internal policies, and that the firm is not exposed to undue risk. In addition, the Head of Compliance Monitoring will be involved with the organisation's Enterprise Risk Management strategy, ensuring proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of strategic, operational, financial, and regulatory risks. The role also includes general support to the Compliance Advisory team, and the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, including effective cover for other areas within the Compliance team as required, reporting to, and membership of, relevant in-house committees, and engagement with the internal audit department and the internal audit plan. Compliance Monitoring Programme Design & Delivery Design and implement a risk-based compliance monitoring programme that aligns with evolving regulatory expectations, internal priorities and risk objectives, securing Board agreement to the plan. Lead the ongoing design, development and maintenance of the monitoring plan, procedures, methodologies and reporting templates so oversight remains consistent, effective and scalable. Continuously track regulatory change and emerging best practice, enhancing the framework so all parts of the firm are appropriately monitored-particularly during periods of change-and ensuring relevant rule changes are incorporated into the plan. Enterprise Risk Framework Oversight and Delivery Oversee the identification, assessment and mitigation of strategic, operational, financial and compliance risks across the firm, embedding risk awareness into business planning and decision-making. Maintain and evolve the corporate risk register and report key risk indicators to executive committees and regulated boards. Define and oversee risk appetite statements so risks are managed within agreed thresholds and business objectives. Work closely with Internal Audit, Legal and Operations to drive a unified approach to risk, and report metrics and trends to regulated boards and the Audit & Risk Committee to enable proactive governance. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach and mentor a high-performing Compliance Monitoring team, fostering professional development, technical depth and a collaborative culture. Direct the timely delivery of the Compliance Monitoring Programme by overseeing planning and execution of thematic reviews and regular control testing, ensuring quality, consistency and regulatory alignment. Stakeholder Engagement Work with business stakeholders to ensure monitoring findings are resolved and embedded within operational and strategic processes. Serve as a trusted adviser to senior leadership, offering expert guidance on compliance risks, internal controls and regulatory developments. Reporting & External Relations Produce high-quality reports for regulated Boards, the Audit & Risk Committee and other executive forums, translating compliance, risk and audit outcomes into clear, actionable insights and providing regular status updates on delivery of the monitoring plan and thematic work. Escalate delays or missed action deadlines to drive accountability and timely remediation. Engage with internal/external auditors, regulators and industry bodies as required, representing the firm with professionalism and subject-matter credibility. Support due diligence of outsourced providers (e.g., custodians, depositaries, transfer agents) and deliver meaningful reports and conclusions to senior management. Assist with Internal Audit information requests and track remedial actions to closure. General Support to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer Conduct targeted research on new products, projects, business enhancements and regulatory developments, and lead day-to-day delivery of agreed projects to time and quality. Ensure alignment with team, departmental and business objectives, and provide general support to the Head of Compliance Advisory and the Chief Operating Officer as needed. Experience / Knowledge - Compliance, Risk & Regulatory Expertise Demonstrable track record across compliance monitoring, surveillance, audit and enterprise risk management within regulated financial services. Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, including design and execution of monitoring programmes and thematic reviews. Experience / Knowledge - Investment & Market Knowledge Sound knowledge of investment products and financial markets, with the ability to apply this understanding to compliance communications, reviews and risk analysis.
Job Title: Arboricultural Asset Officer Location : London Borough of Harrow, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT Rate : 250 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Contract Type: Temporary, ongoing Role Overview: As an Arboricultural Asset Officer, you will play a key role in safeguarding the health and safety of trees across the London Borough of Harrow. This position involves conducting thorough inspections, offering expert arboricultural guidance, and ensuring all tree-related activities comply with current legislation and council policies. Key Responsibilities: Carry out routine inspections to assess tree health, safety, and structural condition Identify potential risks and recommend appropriate remedial actions Provide specialist arboricultural advice to internal teams and external stakeholders Maintain detailed records of inspections, interventions, and long-term management plans Liaise with contractors and supervise tree works to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards Develop and implement tree management strategies and policies Address public queries and concerns regarding tree-related issues Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 and the Highways Act 1980 Collaborate with other departments and external agencies to promote tree health and urban forestry best practices Qualifications & Experience: National Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent Demonstrated experience in tree inspection and arboricultural management Strong understanding of tree biology, arboricultural techniques, and pest/disease control Familiarity with industry regulations and standards Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively Proficiency in tree management software and GIS tools Desirable Attributes: Membership with a professional body such as the Arboricultural Association Experience managing contracts and working with third-party service providers Knowledge of environmental and conservation principles related to arboriculture Working Environment: Predominantly outdoor role with exposure to varying weather conditions Occasional office-based tasks including report writing and administration May involve physical activity such as climbing and manual handling About Pertemps Recruitment Partnership: With nearly 60 years of experience, Pertemps is a trusted leader in both permanent and temporary staffing solutions. Recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Best 100 Companies to Work For-14 years in a row-we pride ourselves on our personal approach and long-standing commitment to employee development. As an accredited 'Investor in People', we foster a culture of growth, loyalty, and excellence. About Harrow Council: Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the UK's most culturally diverse local authorities. Just 10 miles from central London and only 13 minutes to Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it boasts excellent transport links including the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, and national rail. With easy access to the M1, M25, and A406, Harrow is a vibrant and well-connected place to live and work. Data Protection Notice: Your personal information may be shared with Cifas for the purpose of preventing fraud, unlawful conduct, and other serious misconduct. This data may also be used to verify your identity. For full details on how your information is used and your rights, please visit (url removed).
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
Job Title: Arboricultural Asset Officer Location : London Borough of Harrow, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT Rate : 250 per day (Umbrella PAYE) Contract Type: Temporary, ongoing Role Overview: As an Arboricultural Asset Officer, you will play a key role in safeguarding the health and safety of trees across the London Borough of Harrow. This position involves conducting thorough inspections, offering expert arboricultural guidance, and ensuring all tree-related activities comply with current legislation and council policies. Key Responsibilities: Carry out routine inspections to assess tree health, safety, and structural condition Identify potential risks and recommend appropriate remedial actions Provide specialist arboricultural advice to internal teams and external stakeholders Maintain detailed records of inspections, interventions, and long-term management plans Liaise with contractors and supervise tree works to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards Develop and implement tree management strategies and policies Address public queries and concerns regarding tree-related issues Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 and the Highways Act 1980 Collaborate with other departments and external agencies to promote tree health and urban forestry best practices Qualifications & Experience: National Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent Demonstrated experience in tree inspection and arboricultural management Strong understanding of tree biology, arboricultural techniques, and pest/disease control Familiarity with industry regulations and standards Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively Proficiency in tree management software and GIS tools Desirable Attributes: Membership with a professional body such as the Arboricultural Association Experience managing contracts and working with third-party service providers Knowledge of environmental and conservation principles related to arboriculture Working Environment: Predominantly outdoor role with exposure to varying weather conditions Occasional office-based tasks including report writing and administration May involve physical activity such as climbing and manual handling About Pertemps Recruitment Partnership: With nearly 60 years of experience, Pertemps is a trusted leader in both permanent and temporary staffing solutions. Recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Best 100 Companies to Work For-14 years in a row-we pride ourselves on our personal approach and long-standing commitment to employee development. As an accredited 'Investor in People', we foster a culture of growth, loyalty, and excellence. About Harrow Council: Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the UK's most culturally diverse local authorities. Just 10 miles from central London and only 13 minutes to Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it boasts excellent transport links including the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, and national rail. With easy access to the M1, M25, and A406, Harrow is a vibrant and well-connected place to live and work. Data Protection Notice: Your personal information may be shared with Cifas for the purpose of preventing fraud, unlawful conduct, and other serious misconduct. This data may also be used to verify your identity. For full details on how your information is used and your rights, please visit (url removed).
Chief Executive Officer We are seeking a dynamic and mission-driven leader to guide a national health and professional membership charity through its next phase of growth and impact. Position: Chief Executive Officer Salary: £400 per day (Freelance, no benefits) Contract: 12 months freelance contract, with potential extension Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week (flexible) Location: Remote, with occasional travel Closing Date: 19th September 2025 About the Role As CEO, you will provide strategic leadership, working closely with trustees to shape the charity's direction, ensure strong governance, and lead fundraising and income generation. You will act as the external face of the organisation, building partnerships across health, education, and policy networks while supporting and inspiring a small but committed team. Key responsibilities include: Providing visionary leadership and strategic direction Driving membership growth and engagement Leading fundraising and income generation strategies Overseeing financial sustainability, reporting, and compliance Managing external communications and strengthening national profile Representing the charity nationally and internationally About You We are looking for someone with the vision, drive, and experience to take the organisation forward. You will bring: Proven leadership in the charity/not-for-profit, health, education, or wider social impact sector Experience in fundraising, income generation, and partnership building Strong financial and governance oversight skills Excellent communication, advocacy, and stakeholder management abilities Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the organisation's mission Flexibility to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a small-organisation context While not essential, experience in school and/or public health nursing or wider public health and experience in membership growth or communication management would be a valuable asset. About the Organisation A nationally recognised UK health and professional membership charity, established in 2006. They champion excellence in school and public health nursing, influence health and care policy, and support professionals working with children, young people, families, and communities. Though modest in size, the charity is widely respected as an influential voice in reducing health inequalities and shaping policy that improves outcomes for children and young people. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity CEO, Director of Strategy, Director of Programmes, Head of Policy and Partnerships, Non-Profit Leader, Director of Operations, Membership Director, or Fundraising and Partnerships Lead. Apply now to help shape the future of school and public health nursing in the UK.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Chief Executive Officer We are seeking a dynamic and mission-driven leader to guide a national health and professional membership charity through its next phase of growth and impact. Position: Chief Executive Officer Salary: £400 per day (Freelance, no benefits) Contract: 12 months freelance contract, with potential extension Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week (flexible) Location: Remote, with occasional travel Closing Date: 19th September 2025 About the Role As CEO, you will provide strategic leadership, working closely with trustees to shape the charity's direction, ensure strong governance, and lead fundraising and income generation. You will act as the external face of the organisation, building partnerships across health, education, and policy networks while supporting and inspiring a small but committed team. Key responsibilities include: Providing visionary leadership and strategic direction Driving membership growth and engagement Leading fundraising and income generation strategies Overseeing financial sustainability, reporting, and compliance Managing external communications and strengthening national profile Representing the charity nationally and internationally About You We are looking for someone with the vision, drive, and experience to take the organisation forward. You will bring: Proven leadership in the charity/not-for-profit, health, education, or wider social impact sector Experience in fundraising, income generation, and partnership building Strong financial and governance oversight skills Excellent communication, advocacy, and stakeholder management abilities Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the organisation's mission Flexibility to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a small-organisation context While not essential, experience in school and/or public health nursing or wider public health and experience in membership growth or communication management would be a valuable asset. About the Organisation A nationally recognised UK health and professional membership charity, established in 2006. They champion excellence in school and public health nursing, influence health and care policy, and support professionals working with children, young people, families, and communities. Though modest in size, the charity is widely respected as an influential voice in reducing health inequalities and shaping policy that improves outcomes for children and young people. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity CEO, Director of Strategy, Director of Programmes, Head of Policy and Partnerships, Non-Profit Leader, Director of Operations, Membership Director, or Fundraising and Partnerships Lead. Apply now to help shape the future of school and public health nursing in the UK.
This is an opportunity to take the reins of a substantial business that has managed to retain its tight-knit culture and community focus. Guide the next phase of the organisation's growth, with the support of a progressive and engaged Board of Directors. We're delighted to partner with this prominent farmer-owned agricultural enterprise with the strategic objective to grow and further diversify. The business is in good shape with a healthy balance sheet, loyal membership base and proud heritage. The co-operative is deeply embedded in the rural economy, supplying a wide range of agricultural products and services to farmers and land-based businesses. Here, relationships matter and decisions are made with integrity and long-term value in mind. Key responsibilities: As Chief Executive Officer, you will be responsible for the strategic, operational, and cultural leadership of the co-operative. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will ensure the organisation continues to thrive commercially while remaining true to its member-focused ethos. Strategic Leadership: Shape and deliver the long-term vision and strategy in collaboration with the Board. Identify and pursue growth opportunities across existing and new markets. Ensure the organisation remains agile and responsive to changes in agriculture, policy, and rural economies. Commercial & Financial Oversight: Drive sustainable profitability and manage risk. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Ensure robust governance, compliance, and financial controls are in place. Operational Management: Lead and support a multi-site team, ensuring operational excellence across all branches and services. Champion continuous improvement in systems, logistics, and customer service. Oversee supply chain relationships and procurement strategies. Member & Community Engagement: Act as a visible and approachable leader for members, customers, and rural communities. Maintain and strengthen the co-operative's reputation for trust, service, and integrity. Ensure member needs and feedback are embedded in decision-making. People & Culture: Inspire and develop a high-performing, values-driven leadership team. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Champion professional development across the organisation. External Representation & Advocacy: Represent the co-operative with industry bodies, government, and stakeholders. Build strategic partnerships that enhance the organisation's influence and resilience. Promote the voice of the rural economy and co-operative model in wider forums. Your profile: Proven commercial management acumen. Strong leadership attributes, with the ability to inspire and create buy-in. Deep knowledge and understanding of agricultural commodities and markets. Senior management background, experience of leading a mid-scale business unit would be advantageous. Ability to build relationships across the business, supply chain and farming community. Readiness to maintain a consistent presence throughout a multi-site business. Excellent strategic planning and execution skills, with a results-oriented mindset. Remuneration: Salary and package tailored to your skills and experience. Company vehicle. Profit share scheme. To apply: For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Jon Handley on: Office or e-mail your CV and covering letter to De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
This is an opportunity to take the reins of a substantial business that has managed to retain its tight-knit culture and community focus. Guide the next phase of the organisation's growth, with the support of a progressive and engaged Board of Directors. We're delighted to partner with this prominent farmer-owned agricultural enterprise with the strategic objective to grow and further diversify. The business is in good shape with a healthy balance sheet, loyal membership base and proud heritage. The co-operative is deeply embedded in the rural economy, supplying a wide range of agricultural products and services to farmers and land-based businesses. Here, relationships matter and decisions are made with integrity and long-term value in mind. Key responsibilities: As Chief Executive Officer, you will be responsible for the strategic, operational, and cultural leadership of the co-operative. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will ensure the organisation continues to thrive commercially while remaining true to its member-focused ethos. Strategic Leadership: Shape and deliver the long-term vision and strategy in collaboration with the Board. Identify and pursue growth opportunities across existing and new markets. Ensure the organisation remains agile and responsive to changes in agriculture, policy, and rural economies. Commercial & Financial Oversight: Drive sustainable profitability and manage risk. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Ensure robust governance, compliance, and financial controls are in place. Operational Management: Lead and support a multi-site team, ensuring operational excellence across all branches and services. Champion continuous improvement in systems, logistics, and customer service. Oversee supply chain relationships and procurement strategies. Member & Community Engagement: Act as a visible and approachable leader for members, customers, and rural communities. Maintain and strengthen the co-operative's reputation for trust, service, and integrity. Ensure member needs and feedback are embedded in decision-making. People & Culture: Inspire and develop a high-performing, values-driven leadership team. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Champion professional development across the organisation. External Representation & Advocacy: Represent the co-operative with industry bodies, government, and stakeholders. Build strategic partnerships that enhance the organisation's influence and resilience. Promote the voice of the rural economy and co-operative model in wider forums. Your profile: Proven commercial management acumen. Strong leadership attributes, with the ability to inspire and create buy-in. Deep knowledge and understanding of agricultural commodities and markets. Senior management background, experience of leading a mid-scale business unit would be advantageous. Ability to build relationships across the business, supply chain and farming community. Readiness to maintain a consistent presence throughout a multi-site business. Excellent strategic planning and execution skills, with a results-oriented mindset. Remuneration: Salary and package tailored to your skills and experience. Company vehicle. Profit share scheme. To apply: For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Jon Handley on: Office or e-mail your CV and covering letter to De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission.
A long-established crime prevention organisation, working nationally in partnership with the UK Police Service, is seeking a technically competent Development Officer to drive growth and retention in a respected product accreditation and membership scheme. This position plays a vital role in ensuring companies across sectors meet robust crime prevention standards and deliver tangible impact through secure design. The Development Officer will take ownership of promoting, managing and expanding membership of businesses that meet the Police Preferred Specification and Secure Connected Device accreditation. Working independently and remotely, you will guide companies through the licensing and standards compliance process, offering expertise on security-related certification and testing. This role contributes to measurable licensing targets and involves working closely with prospective and current members to help them understand and maintain the requirements of accredited crime prevention standards. You'll support businesses in achieving necessary technical benchmarks while ensuring data and membership records are accurately maintained through Salesforce. A significant aspect of this role involves communicating technical information to diverse audiences. You will represent the organisation at industry forums, deliver bespoke presentations to stakeholders including police, developers and government bodies, and promote secure design through conferences and exhibitions across the UK and the EU. You will also contribute to wider strategic initiatives including legislative advocacy, planning consultations, marketing campaigns and the ongoing development of security-related guidance materials. Your ability to interpret, articulate and advocate for crime prevention standards will be essential in influencing change and supporting sustainable community safety. Success in this role will require a high level of understanding of the Secured by Design initiative, strong familiarity with standards such as PAS 24, LPS 1175, STS 202, BS 6375 and associated performance benchmarks for fire, smoke control and electronic access control systems. You will maintain relationships with testing and certification bodies, contribute to technical publications, and act as a knowledge resource within a wider network of Designing Out Crime Officers and external stakeholders. Key skills and knowledge required Expert knowledge of Secured by Design principles and crime prevention through environmental design Experience in product compliance, certification, or security standards (including third-party testing processes) Strong working knowledge of Salesforce and Microsoft Office suite Exceptional interpersonal, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to deliver results independently and manage multiple projects concurrently Experience with national standards and engagement with UKAS, BSI or similar organisations Ideally hold a Level 5 Diploma in Designing Out Crime (or equivalent) Salary and terms 44,000 to 50K Location: Home based Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week This is a permanent role. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are free to resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
A long-established crime prevention organisation, working nationally in partnership with the UK Police Service, is seeking a technically competent Development Officer to drive growth and retention in a respected product accreditation and membership scheme. This position plays a vital role in ensuring companies across sectors meet robust crime prevention standards and deliver tangible impact through secure design. The Development Officer will take ownership of promoting, managing and expanding membership of businesses that meet the Police Preferred Specification and Secure Connected Device accreditation. Working independently and remotely, you will guide companies through the licensing and standards compliance process, offering expertise on security-related certification and testing. This role contributes to measurable licensing targets and involves working closely with prospective and current members to help them understand and maintain the requirements of accredited crime prevention standards. You'll support businesses in achieving necessary technical benchmarks while ensuring data and membership records are accurately maintained through Salesforce. A significant aspect of this role involves communicating technical information to diverse audiences. You will represent the organisation at industry forums, deliver bespoke presentations to stakeholders including police, developers and government bodies, and promote secure design through conferences and exhibitions across the UK and the EU. You will also contribute to wider strategic initiatives including legislative advocacy, planning consultations, marketing campaigns and the ongoing development of security-related guidance materials. Your ability to interpret, articulate and advocate for crime prevention standards will be essential in influencing change and supporting sustainable community safety. Success in this role will require a high level of understanding of the Secured by Design initiative, strong familiarity with standards such as PAS 24, LPS 1175, STS 202, BS 6375 and associated performance benchmarks for fire, smoke control and electronic access control systems. You will maintain relationships with testing and certification bodies, contribute to technical publications, and act as a knowledge resource within a wider network of Designing Out Crime Officers and external stakeholders. Key skills and knowledge required Expert knowledge of Secured by Design principles and crime prevention through environmental design Experience in product compliance, certification, or security standards (including third-party testing processes) Strong working knowledge of Salesforce and Microsoft Office suite Exceptional interpersonal, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to deliver results independently and manage multiple projects concurrently Experience with national standards and engagement with UKAS, BSI or similar organisations Ideally hold a Level 5 Diploma in Designing Out Crime (or equivalent) Salary and terms 44,000 to 50K Location: Home based Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week This is a permanent role. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are free to resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then.
Senior Flood Management Officer Permanent £38,753 - £46,018 Walton Street Offices Closing date: 28/09/2025 Overview Do you want to help us, our partner organisations, and our communities to better manage flood risk, with a focus on implementing innovative actions from our forthcoming Local Flood Risk Management Strategy (LFRMS), including engaging with communities? We have a great opportunity for a Senior Flood Management Officer to join the Strategic Flood Management Team on a permanent basis. The Strategic Flood Management Team, are a team of fifteen who are enthusiastic and passionate about managing local flood risk in BC s role as the Lead Local Flood Authority. We are responsible for delivering the statutory duties (outlined below) of the LLFA under the Flood and Water Management Act (2010) and Land Drainage Act (1991), delivery of a number of flood management projects and developing new flood alleviation projects, and guiding the flood management approach on large infrastructure projects. We have recently updated our LFRMS, which will set the team s direction over the coming few years with a number of exciting proposed actions, including around building the resilience of our communities to flood risk and climate change through supporting community flood action groups. About us Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. About the role This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in a flood or water management role, which you may have gained while working for a previous local authority, other Risk Management Authority, or consultancy. The Senior Flood Management Officer post is a vital and influential role, helping lead and deliver the non-planning statutory role of the LLFA (Flood Investigations, Land Drainage Consents and Enforcement, and responding to enquiries). The role will have a focus on managing and delivering actions from our LFRMS in collaboration with other partners, including planning and delivering flood resilience engagement with local communities. There is also potential to project manage a small number of pipeline capital projects through feasibility and business case. Key Accountabilities • Work in a dynamic team to deliver the statutory duties of the LLFA as required (including flood investigations, land drainage consenting, land drainage enforcement, and responding to enquiries), with a particular focus on being out in the community where flooding has occurred • Plan and deliver actions from our new Local Flood Risk Management Strategy in collaboration with internal and external partners • Help plan, manage and deliver engagement with communities e.g. to support the setting up of community-led flood groups and action plans • Develop effective working relationships with a diverse range of partners and local communities to manage local flood risk • Potential for managing the feasibility and options appraisal parts of flood mitigation projects Any-Desk : As an any-desk worker, you ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. About you Skills & Experience • Has relevant experience and technical skills in a flood or water management role, including: o Strong understanding of all sources of flooding, including groundwater flooding mechanisms o Understanding of relevant best practice guidance for surface water drainage and fluvial flood management techniques o Ideally, experience of using, interpreting or commenting on outputs from hydraulic modelling, drainage software packages and/or Computer Aided Design drawings o Strong working knowledge of water related law, regulation and policy • Confident, passionate and articulate in engaging with the public and community representatives • Adept at communicating complex technical matters clearly to stakeholders at all levels • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, and an ability to represent professional service area both internally and externally • Self-motivated, with initiative and ability to manage and prioritise your own work with little supervision • Well developed customer service skills, with an ability to deal with challenging situations or escalated complaints, utilising persuasion and influencing skills. • Strong analytical, negotiation, communication and presentation skills. • Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline is essential. • Membership of a relevant professional organisation is welcomed. • Some project management skills and experience is welcomed. For additional details, please see the attached job summary, but do pay close attention to the above requirements from this advert. Other information For additional information or an informal conversation about this role, please contact Andrew Waugh ( andrew.waugh(AT)buckinghamshire.gov.uk ; ). This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) Nacro We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Aug 31, 2025
Full time
Senior Flood Management Officer Permanent £38,753 - £46,018 Walton Street Offices Closing date: 28/09/2025 Overview Do you want to help us, our partner organisations, and our communities to better manage flood risk, with a focus on implementing innovative actions from our forthcoming Local Flood Risk Management Strategy (LFRMS), including engaging with communities? We have a great opportunity for a Senior Flood Management Officer to join the Strategic Flood Management Team on a permanent basis. The Strategic Flood Management Team, are a team of fifteen who are enthusiastic and passionate about managing local flood risk in BC s role as the Lead Local Flood Authority. We are responsible for delivering the statutory duties (outlined below) of the LLFA under the Flood and Water Management Act (2010) and Land Drainage Act (1991), delivery of a number of flood management projects and developing new flood alleviation projects, and guiding the flood management approach on large infrastructure projects. We have recently updated our LFRMS, which will set the team s direction over the coming few years with a number of exciting proposed actions, including around building the resilience of our communities to flood risk and climate change through supporting community flood action groups. About us Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. About the role This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in a flood or water management role, which you may have gained while working for a previous local authority, other Risk Management Authority, or consultancy. The Senior Flood Management Officer post is a vital and influential role, helping lead and deliver the non-planning statutory role of the LLFA (Flood Investigations, Land Drainage Consents and Enforcement, and responding to enquiries). The role will have a focus on managing and delivering actions from our LFRMS in collaboration with other partners, including planning and delivering flood resilience engagement with local communities. There is also potential to project manage a small number of pipeline capital projects through feasibility and business case. Key Accountabilities • Work in a dynamic team to deliver the statutory duties of the LLFA as required (including flood investigations, land drainage consenting, land drainage enforcement, and responding to enquiries), with a particular focus on being out in the community where flooding has occurred • Plan and deliver actions from our new Local Flood Risk Management Strategy in collaboration with internal and external partners • Help plan, manage and deliver engagement with communities e.g. to support the setting up of community-led flood groups and action plans • Develop effective working relationships with a diverse range of partners and local communities to manage local flood risk • Potential for managing the feasibility and options appraisal parts of flood mitigation projects Any-Desk : As an any-desk worker, you ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. About you Skills & Experience • Has relevant experience and technical skills in a flood or water management role, including: o Strong understanding of all sources of flooding, including groundwater flooding mechanisms o Understanding of relevant best practice guidance for surface water drainage and fluvial flood management techniques o Ideally, experience of using, interpreting or commenting on outputs from hydraulic modelling, drainage software packages and/or Computer Aided Design drawings o Strong working knowledge of water related law, regulation and policy • Confident, passionate and articulate in engaging with the public and community representatives • Adept at communicating complex technical matters clearly to stakeholders at all levels • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, and an ability to represent professional service area both internally and externally • Self-motivated, with initiative and ability to manage and prioritise your own work with little supervision • Well developed customer service skills, with an ability to deal with challenging situations or escalated complaints, utilising persuasion and influencing skills. • Strong analytical, negotiation, communication and presentation skills. • Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline is essential. • Membership of a relevant professional organisation is welcomed. • Some project management skills and experience is welcomed. For additional details, please see the attached job summary, but do pay close attention to the above requirements from this advert. Other information For additional information or an informal conversation about this role, please contact Andrew Waugh ( andrew.waugh(AT)buckinghamshire.gov.uk ; ). This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) Nacro We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
