Job Title: Head of Growth, Development and Outreach (Maternity Cover) Location: Home based, with regular travel across the UK for work. Salary: £47,000 per year Job type: Full time, Contract (12 Months) Closing Date: 14th February 2025. Interviews : A selection day will be held 6th March 2025. at our National Support Centre in London (travel expenses to the selection day will be paid subject to prior approval) Are you looking for a new opportunity? Are you a first-class leader, manager coach and mentor with experience of leading growth in a volunteer involving community organisation? The Charity is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Head of Growth, Development & Outreach to cover 12 months maternity leave. About the role: Reporting to the Director of Young People, Volunteer & Business Support the postholder will provide our disbursed team of Growth & Development Workers with clear management, guidance, support and advice on growth, development, volunteer recruitment and retention. The role will coordinate and drive forward our work in these area, helping the Sea Cadets to make a difference to the lives of even more young people across the UK. The postholder will have excellent management, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage a diverse workload and operate in a collaborative way with others. They will have an understanding of issues facing volunteering, recruitment, retention and growth in voluntary organisations and the effective management and support of remote workers is essential. Responsibilities: The following is a list of the principal tasks of the Head of Growth, Development & Outreach and is not intended to be an exhaustive list: Provide line management for the Project Coordinators, Growth & Development Team Leaders and through them the Growth & Development Workers. Providing both management support and technical advice on growth, development and volunteer recruitment, retention and support functions. Contribute to the strategic development and sustainable growth of The Sea Cadets nationally. Lead and manage the effective implementation of new and ongoing projects that support outreach, growth, development, volunteer and/or cadet recruitment and retention, including but not limited to externally funded projects, liaising with and reporting to funders as required Support and advise employees, volunteers and others on the growth and development of the Sea Cadets. Requirements: Experience of managing and supporting a disbursed staff team Experience of successful growth & development in a community organisation context Experience of working with volunteers and a good understanding of how to ensure they are effectively recruited, managed and supported Experience of working and/or volunteering in a voluntary youth organisation Experience of delivering externally funded projects through the effective support and management of both staff and volunteers Experience of liaising with and reporting to external funders Benefits: Flexible Working hours Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 2 years Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension Private medical insurance Pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. If you are interested in this Head of Growth, Development and Outreach vacancy, please apply now! All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Head of Growth, Head of Development and Outreach, Head of Outreach, may also be considered for this role.
Feb 12, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Head of Growth, Development and Outreach (Maternity Cover) Location: Home based, with regular travel across the UK for work. Salary: £47,000 per year Job type: Full time, Contract (12 Months) Closing Date: 14th February 2025. Interviews : A selection day will be held 6th March 2025. at our National Support Centre in London (travel expenses to the selection day will be paid subject to prior approval) Are you looking for a new opportunity? Are you a first-class leader, manager coach and mentor with experience of leading growth in a volunteer involving community organisation? The Charity is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Head of Growth, Development & Outreach to cover 12 months maternity leave. About the role: Reporting to the Director of Young People, Volunteer & Business Support the postholder will provide our disbursed team of Growth & Development Workers with clear management, guidance, support and advice on growth, development, volunteer recruitment and retention. The role will coordinate and drive forward our work in these area, helping the Sea Cadets to make a difference to the lives of even more young people across the UK. The postholder will have excellent management, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage a diverse workload and operate in a collaborative way with others. They will have an understanding of issues facing volunteering, recruitment, retention and growth in voluntary organisations and the effective management and support of remote workers is essential. Responsibilities: The following is a list of the principal tasks of the Head of Growth, Development & Outreach and is not intended to be an exhaustive list: Provide line management for the Project Coordinators, Growth & Development Team Leaders and through them the Growth & Development Workers. Providing both management support and technical advice on growth, development and volunteer recruitment, retention and support functions. Contribute to the strategic development and sustainable growth of The Sea Cadets nationally. Lead and manage the effective implementation of new and ongoing projects that support outreach, growth, development, volunteer and/or cadet recruitment and retention, including but not limited to externally funded projects, liaising with and reporting to funders as required Support and advise employees, volunteers and others on the growth and development of the Sea Cadets. Requirements: Experience of managing and supporting a disbursed staff team Experience of successful growth & development in a community organisation context Experience of working with volunteers and a good understanding of how to ensure they are effectively recruited, managed and supported Experience of working and/or volunteering in a voluntary youth organisation Experience of delivering externally funded projects through the effective support and management of both staff and volunteers Experience of liaising with and reporting to external funders Benefits: Flexible Working hours Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 2 years Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension Private medical insurance Pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. If you are interested in this Head of Growth, Development and Outreach vacancy, please apply now! All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Head of Growth, Head of Development and Outreach, Head of Outreach, may also be considered for this role.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Portishead, Somerset
Architectural Designer (AutoCAD) 34,000 - 42,000 + Hybrid / Flexible Work Arrangements + Professional Development and Training + Progression + Excellent Projects + Free Parking + Performance Bonuses Portishead Are you an experienced Architectural Designer who wants to play a crucial role in a modern practice with a great culture and staff first approach? Do you want to enjoy paid Professional Development and Training, with the opportunity to work flexibly from home whilst working for a multi award winning business? Our client is a small but long-established Architectural firm, who has designed and built, a range of residential/mixed use projects and urban spaces, they are an excellent employer with opportunities to progress to Associate Director level, 3 locations around the UK, and are actively growing their business. As a senior architectural technician, you will have the opportunity to contribute to exciting residential development projects that shape communities and enhance lives. The role will include leading and designing a wide range of residential developments/layouts at all scales from 10-500+ homes from feasibility layouts through to planning applications, leading projects and managing small teams. The Role: Create and develop architectural designs and concepts for various projects Collaborate with project teams to ensure design integrity and quality Produce detailed drawings, plans, and specifications using computer-aided design (CAD) Software Urban design and architectural projects Excellent residential layout design & architectural skills for outline and RM applications The Person: Keen interest in both urban design & architecture Good knowledge of the latest legislations and ensuring projects comply with CDM regulations Good understanding of producing associated documents including Design Access Statements If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Reference Number: BBBH17776 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Architectural Designer (AutoCAD) 34,000 - 42,000 + Hybrid / Flexible Work Arrangements + Professional Development and Training + Progression + Excellent Projects + Free Parking + Performance Bonuses Portishead Are you an experienced Architectural Designer who wants to play a crucial role in a modern practice with a great culture and staff first approach? Do you want to enjoy paid Professional Development and Training, with the opportunity to work flexibly from home whilst working for a multi award winning business? Our client is a small but long-established Architectural firm, who has designed and built, a range of residential/mixed use projects and urban spaces, they are an excellent employer with opportunities to progress to Associate Director level, 3 locations around the UK, and are actively growing their business. As a senior architectural technician, you will have the opportunity to contribute to exciting residential development projects that shape communities and enhance lives. The role will include leading and designing a wide range of residential developments/layouts at all scales from 10-500+ homes from feasibility layouts through to planning applications, leading projects and managing small teams. The Role: Create and develop architectural designs and concepts for various projects Collaborate with project teams to ensure design integrity and quality Produce detailed drawings, plans, and specifications using computer-aided design (CAD) Software Urban design and architectural projects Excellent residential layout design & architectural skills for outline and RM applications The Person: Keen interest in both urban design & architecture Good knowledge of the latest legislations and ensuring projects comply with CDM regulations Good understanding of producing associated documents including Design Access Statements If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Reference Number: BBBH17776 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
About Us Built over a 60-year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI and ML. We change the way organisations think and act - through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe - that's our mission, passion, and motivation. Joining a team united by purpose and ambition, you'll be at the heart of an exciting growth journey: having doubled in size over the last 4 years, we intend to double our headcount by 2027. At Roke, every individual counts. We push technical boundaries, together. We re-invest in product innovation, and we empower our people to make a difference. We are a friendly and flexible team with a culture of 'time, trust and freedom'. The role may give the opportunity to work from any of our offices or from home as necessary and we will consider flexible working arrangements. Having a diverse workforce is a key priority for us and is critical to our success. We pride ourselves on listening to each other's aspirations and are accommodating wherever possible. About the Role In this role you will be part of an international sales team responsible for the identification, development and successful closure of Sales opportunities within your designated area of responsibility. You will own the full sales lifecycle, ensuring our clients are fully aware of Roke's products and capabilities, as well as providing voice of the customer feedback into the business. We understand that diversity of thought brings its own benefits to Roke and a fresh perspective on how we do things. We welcome applications not just from a defence industry background but across other sectors. Key Responsibilities Proactive Business Development from requirements identification, capture and shaping through to order closure Internal and external stakeholder management to drive successful sales outcomes through the full sales lifecycle Owning and managing a rolling 5 year forecast to accurately deliver Order Intake for future business planning Understanding of revenue recognition for future forecasting Knowledge, Skills & Experience We understand that different people have different skills and experiences and therefore you might not be able to meet every responsibility or have the necessary experience listed below. However, we appreciate that you will bring other skills and experiences to us and would therefore encourage you to apply. You have nothing to lose! Demonstrable experience of delivering £10m+ order intake annually Knowledge of multi-national defence operations, organisations and structures, and how to align them to products and services Proven pedigree of customer engagement and delivery of successful sales in the Land, CEMA, ISTAR or Defence Digital domains, An existing network of contacts spanning the aforementioned domain (desirable) The Benefits and Perks Annual bonus: Based on profit share and personal performance. Private medical insurance: Includes cover for existing conditions. Chemring Share Save: Monthly savings into a 3 or 5 year plan. Plus other benefits Clearances Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible to achieve SC clearance. As a result, you should be a British Citizen and have resided in the U.K. for the last 5 years. The Next Step Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV setting out how you meet the above criteria - there is no need for a cover letter but you may send one if you wish!
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
About Us Built over a 60-year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI and ML. We change the way organisations think and act - through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe - that's our mission, passion, and motivation. Joining a team united by purpose and ambition, you'll be at the heart of an exciting growth journey: having doubled in size over the last 4 years, we intend to double our headcount by 2027. At Roke, every individual counts. We push technical boundaries, together. We re-invest in product innovation, and we empower our people to make a difference. We are a friendly and flexible team with a culture of 'time, trust and freedom'. The role may give the opportunity to work from any of our offices or from home as necessary and we will consider flexible working arrangements. Having a diverse workforce is a key priority for us and is critical to our success. We pride ourselves on listening to each other's aspirations and are accommodating wherever possible. About the Role In this role you will be part of an international sales team responsible for the identification, development and successful closure of Sales opportunities within your designated area of responsibility. You will own the full sales lifecycle, ensuring our clients are fully aware of Roke's products and capabilities, as well as providing voice of the customer feedback into the business. We understand that diversity of thought brings its own benefits to Roke and a fresh perspective on how we do things. We welcome applications not just from a defence industry background but across other sectors. Key Responsibilities Proactive Business Development from requirements identification, capture and shaping through to order closure Internal and external stakeholder management to drive successful sales outcomes through the full sales lifecycle Owning and managing a rolling 5 year forecast to accurately deliver Order Intake for future business planning Understanding of revenue recognition for future forecasting Knowledge, Skills & Experience We understand that different people have different skills and experiences and therefore you might not be able to meet every responsibility or have the necessary experience listed below. However, we appreciate that you will bring other skills and experiences to us and would therefore encourage you to apply. You have nothing to lose! Demonstrable experience of delivering £10m+ order intake annually Knowledge of multi-national defence operations, organisations and structures, and how to align them to products and services Proven pedigree of customer engagement and delivery of successful sales in the Land, CEMA, ISTAR or Defence Digital domains, An existing network of contacts spanning the aforementioned domain (desirable) The Benefits and Perks Annual bonus: Based on profit share and personal performance. Private medical insurance: Includes cover for existing conditions. Chemring Share Save: Monthly savings into a 3 or 5 year plan. Plus other benefits Clearances Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible to achieve SC clearance. As a result, you should be a British Citizen and have resided in the U.K. for the last 5 years. The Next Step Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV setting out how you meet the above criteria - there is no need for a cover letter but you may send one if you wish!
Commercial Finance Analyst - Fully Qualified Minimum of 2 years PQE Duration: 9-Month Day Rate Contract Location: Reading Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship You must be available to start immediately Join a dynamic Commercial Finance team, where you will play a vital role in financial analysis. Your responsibilities will include management & financial accounting, business partnering, decision support, reporting, contract management, budgeting, and forecasting. As a key member of the team, you will contribute to the development and execution of the road map/strategy. Your financial expertise will be crucial in shaping the 5-year business plan and supporting the team-level strategy. Key Responsibilities To be the finance subject matter expert and act as business partner. Responsible for production of 5 year plans, quarterly business plans and requisite analysis and presentation to shareholders. Understanding and pre-empting the needs of the Shareholders and answering their queries efficiently and effectively for all aspects of finance. Accountability and responsibility for owning month end processes for their own area as well as providing support to other teams members when required. Work with Financial Accounting Team to produce the month end results and Financial Reporting with relevant commentary and high-quality analysis. Influencing a wide variety of stakeholders, including many senior stakeholders such as ELT and SMT to ensure financial targets are met, controls are not breached and accuracy is high. Articulating complex financial concepts in a simplified way to make it easier for all to understand. Provide financial rigour to ensure delivery of towards overall delivery of Capex and Opex targets. Understand existing processes and implement enhancements where appropriate. Not focussing on just fixing issues but driving change where this will lead to greater ways of working and efficiencies. Maintain finance control environment for the business area as well as suggesting and implementing improvement plans for the business area. Opex and Capex management. Identify cost savings opportunities and drive/implement the processes needed to achieve the cost savings and help meet corporate financial targets set by shareholders. Working with the contract managers and procurement teams to ensure the effective financial management of contracts as well as driving cost saving initiatives Act as business partner and advisor for the business teams, shareholders and suppliers providing advice, support and consultancy services. Produce financial analysis/modelling of commercial deals and decision support. Establish and maintain strong relationships with shareholders and vendor teams. Support Commercial Finance Manager in managing the budget and provide ad-hoc support to the Head of Commercial Finance and Finance Director to deliver a trusted Business Partnering relationship with stakeholders internally and across shareholder and supplier organisations. Qualifications and Experience Needed Qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA accountant or similar with at least 2 years post qualified experience. Experience in managing senior stakeholders and significant and complex contracts Strong Excel and financial modelling skills Exceptional attention to detail and highly analytical Excellent communicator and possesses a curious mind Keen problem solver Delivers high quality work by the deadline Able to influence and negotiate to meet their needs Collaborates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders Nice to Have Telco experience Experience of using IFS Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 12, 2025
Contractor
Commercial Finance Analyst - Fully Qualified Minimum of 2 years PQE Duration: 9-Month Day Rate Contract Location: Reading Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship You must be available to start immediately Join a dynamic Commercial Finance team, where you will play a vital role in financial analysis. Your responsibilities will include management & financial accounting, business partnering, decision support, reporting, contract management, budgeting, and forecasting. As a key member of the team, you will contribute to the development and execution of the road map/strategy. Your financial expertise will be crucial in shaping the 5-year business plan and supporting the team-level strategy. Key Responsibilities To be the finance subject matter expert and act as business partner. Responsible for production of 5 year plans, quarterly business plans and requisite analysis and presentation to shareholders. Understanding and pre-empting the needs of the Shareholders and answering their queries efficiently and effectively for all aspects of finance. Accountability and responsibility for owning month end processes for their own area as well as providing support to other teams members when required. Work with Financial Accounting Team to produce the month end results and Financial Reporting with relevant commentary and high-quality analysis. Influencing a wide variety of stakeholders, including many senior stakeholders such as ELT and SMT to ensure financial targets are met, controls are not breached and accuracy is high. Articulating complex financial concepts in a simplified way to make it easier for all to understand. Provide financial rigour to ensure delivery of towards overall delivery of Capex and Opex targets. Understand existing processes and implement enhancements where appropriate. Not focussing on just fixing issues but driving change where this will lead to greater ways of working and efficiencies. Maintain finance control environment for the business area as well as suggesting and implementing improvement plans for the business area. Opex and Capex management. Identify cost savings opportunities and drive/implement the processes needed to achieve the cost savings and help meet corporate financial targets set by shareholders. Working with the contract managers and procurement teams to ensure the effective financial management of contracts as well as driving cost saving initiatives Act as business partner and advisor for the business teams, shareholders and suppliers providing advice, support and consultancy services. Produce financial analysis/modelling of commercial deals and decision support. Establish and maintain strong relationships with shareholders and vendor teams. Support Commercial Finance Manager in managing the budget and provide ad-hoc support to the Head of Commercial Finance and Finance Director to deliver a trusted Business Partnering relationship with stakeholders internally and across shareholder and supplier organisations. Qualifications and Experience Needed Qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA accountant or similar with at least 2 years post qualified experience. Experience in managing senior stakeholders and significant and complex contracts Strong Excel and financial modelling skills Exceptional attention to detail and highly analytical Excellent communicator and possesses a curious mind Keen problem solver Delivers high quality work by the deadline Able to influence and negotiate to meet their needs Collaborates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders Nice to Have Telco experience Experience of using IFS Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Minute Taking Administrator Blackburn Full time - Temporary 13.86 per hour Your new company A Public Sector business operating from the headquarters based in Blackburn, are actively searching for a specialist administrator with minute taking experience. This role is available due to internal development as the team is now expanding therefore, seeking support on a temporary basis to join their business. This is a great opportunity to develop and gain new skills, with a view of becoming a permanent placement. The working structure of this role is office based, during probation and working hours are 8:30am - 5pm Monday to Friday with an hour's lunch break. Your new role As Minute taking Administrator your duties will include supporting the Senior Leadership Team, throughout the organisation including primarily Minute taking, managing a shared inbox, arranging, and attending meetings via Microsoft teams. You will be expected to liaise with internal and external companies, taking calls, responding to emails, inputting corporate data and uploading invoices. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this position, you should be confident taking minutes ideally via a laptop and should excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner. Along with outstanding verbal and written communications skills, strong time management and should be well organised. You must be proficient in Microsoft office including Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel and advanced PowerPoint. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive annual salary up to £21, 575 DOE and will be joining a successful growing business during an exciting period, along with 26 days annual leave, plus bank. Weekly pay on a temporary basis, flexible working if required, positive and encouraging working environment and a dedicated Hays Recruitment consultant to help and support you without your enrolment. This role does have the potential to become a permanent placement and once permanent hybrid working could be considered. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Feb 12, 2025
Seasonal
Minute Taking Administrator Blackburn Full time - Temporary 13.86 per hour Your new company A Public Sector business operating from the headquarters based in Blackburn, are actively searching for a specialist administrator with minute taking experience. This role is available due to internal development as the team is now expanding therefore, seeking support on a temporary basis to join their business. This is a great opportunity to develop and gain new skills, with a view of becoming a permanent placement. The working structure of this role is office based, during probation and working hours are 8:30am - 5pm Monday to Friday with an hour's lunch break. Your new role As Minute taking Administrator your duties will include supporting the Senior Leadership Team, throughout the organisation including primarily Minute taking, managing a shared inbox, arranging, and attending meetings via Microsoft teams. You will be expected to liaise with internal and external companies, taking calls, responding to emails, inputting corporate data and uploading invoices. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this position, you should be confident taking minutes ideally via a laptop and should excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner. Along with outstanding verbal and written communications skills, strong time management and should be well organised. You must be proficient in Microsoft office including Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel and advanced PowerPoint. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive annual salary up to £21, 575 DOE and will be joining a successful growing business during an exciting period, along with 26 days annual leave, plus bank. Weekly pay on a temporary basis, flexible working if required, positive and encouraging working environment and a dedicated Hays Recruitment consultant to help and support you without your enrolment. This role does have the potential to become a permanent placement and once permanent hybrid working could be considered. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Office Administrator Colne Full time - Permanent £25,000+ DOE Your new company A well-established manufacturing firm operating from the head office based in Colne. Due to the development, the business is now expanding and seeking an Office Administrator to join their business on a full-time permanent basis. This is an extremely wide and varied role within the organisation broad presenting a mix of routine tasks and duties alongside unpredictable daily challenges. This role requires a person with excellent communication and organisational skills. The working pattern is office based from 9am - 5pm full-time Monday to Friday. Your new role As Office Administrator, your primary responsibilities will include setting up new companies as requested, typing letters, emails and reports, photocopying and scanning. Attending meetings, booking meetings and dealing with some secretarial and receptionist duties, along with any other admin tasks which are required by line management and colleagues. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in securing this position, you should ideally have previous office experience, along with being self-motivated, positive, ambitious, hard-working, and flexible. Able to use Microsoft packages, including word, excel, outlook and PowerPoint. Along with excellent verbal and written communication skills. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive annual salary from £25,000 depending on experience and will be joining a successful growing business during an exciting period. You will receive 31 days annual leave, which increases YOY and opportunity to buy more. Health care and cash back plans on holidays and groceries along with free onsite parking. You will also be working within a social environment, which offer social events, including a Winter conferences. #
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Office Administrator Colne Full time - Permanent £25,000+ DOE Your new company A well-established manufacturing firm operating from the head office based in Colne. Due to the development, the business is now expanding and seeking an Office Administrator to join their business on a full-time permanent basis. This is an extremely wide and varied role within the organisation broad presenting a mix of routine tasks and duties alongside unpredictable daily challenges. This role requires a person with excellent communication and organisational skills. The working pattern is office based from 9am - 5pm full-time Monday to Friday. Your new role As Office Administrator, your primary responsibilities will include setting up new companies as requested, typing letters, emails and reports, photocopying and scanning. Attending meetings, booking meetings and dealing with some secretarial and receptionist duties, along with any other admin tasks which are required by line management and colleagues. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in securing this position, you should ideally have previous office experience, along with being self-motivated, positive, ambitious, hard-working, and flexible. Able to use Microsoft packages, including word, excel, outlook and PowerPoint. Along with excellent verbal and written communication skills. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive annual salary from £25,000 depending on experience and will be joining a successful growing business during an exciting period. You will receive 31 days annual leave, which increases YOY and opportunity to buy more. Health care and cash back plans on holidays and groceries along with free onsite parking. You will also be working within a social environment, which offer social events, including a Winter conferences. #
The company Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to more than 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science, and a 5-star customer service. The role We are looking for an experienced Head of Credit Risk with a strong analytical background, to lead the credit risk function for our lending portfolio in Germany. You will work closely with the Chief Credit Officer, the General Manager for Germany, our data scientists, and teams from across the business to ensure our risk management frameworks, scorecards, and lending strategies are effectively managing credit risk while maximising value creation. Responsibilities include: Being the responsible expert on all things related to credit risk management: Driving informed decision-making to set credit risk appetite appropriately for the economic conditions and iwoca's business plan. Developing credit risk management policies and control frameworks, and actively managing adherence. Setting the credit risk agenda aligned to the business strategy, and providing strong leadership to the credit risk team to drive its delivery. Monitoring credit performance on aggregate and by segment. Proactively driving corrective action where required. Driving improvements to credit risk scorecards, associated scoring processes, and data infrastructure. Providing credit risk expertise to support product development when launching new features, e.g. longer terms, interest only, etc. Supporting the capital markets team by providing credit risk expertise to ensure funding vehicles are set up to provide sufficient capacity, flexibility, and resilience at an appropriate cost.Communicating with equity and debt investors as required around loan book credit performance. The team: You'll join the Credit Risk team, whose primary focus is managing the credit risk profile of our lending portfolios to support iwoca's broader business goals and mission. As Head of Credit Risk for Germany you will be a key member of the team focused on the development of our lending business in Germany. The requirements Strong analytical background: a degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or similar quantitative field; or equivalent experience. 7+ years experience in credit risk and lending strategy optimisation at a traditional or Fintech lender. Passion for analytical problem-solving, with a strong track record in developing conceptual frameworks and technical execution. This will include the ability to personally conduct data-driven analysis and guide this work through others. Experience using Python is a plus. Excellent understanding of the statistical techniques and machine learning methods used in credit risk analysis and modelling. Guiding the work of data scientists is an important part of this role. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Strong commercial instincts. Experience of the German lending market, SME lending, and German language skills are all beneficial. The salary We expect to pay from €125,000 to €160,000 for this role, but we're open-minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we look to hire smart, passionate, humble individuals with a growth mindset. We prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. Our friendly and inclusive environment, combined with our flexible work policies, ensures that you'll have the perfect balance between work and life, empowering you to thrive both personally and professionally.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
The company Fast, flexible finance empowers small businesses to manage their cash flow better and seize opportunities - making their business and the economy stronger as a whole. At iwoca, we do just that. We help businesses get the funds they need, when they need it, often within minutes. We've already made several billion in funding available to more than 100,000 businesses since we launched in 2012, and positioned ourselves as a leading Fintech in Europe. Our mission is to finance one million businesses. We'll get there by continuing to make our finance ever more relevant and accessible to more businesses by combining cutting-edge technology, data science, and a 5-star customer service. The role We are looking for an experienced Head of Credit Risk with a strong analytical background, to lead the credit risk function for our lending portfolio in Germany. You will work closely with the Chief Credit Officer, the General Manager for Germany, our data scientists, and teams from across the business to ensure our risk management frameworks, scorecards, and lending strategies are effectively managing credit risk while maximising value creation. Responsibilities include: Being the responsible expert on all things related to credit risk management: Driving informed decision-making to set credit risk appetite appropriately for the economic conditions and iwoca's business plan. Developing credit risk management policies and control frameworks, and actively managing adherence. Setting the credit risk agenda aligned to the business strategy, and providing strong leadership to the credit risk team to drive its delivery. Monitoring credit performance on aggregate and by segment. Proactively driving corrective action where required. Driving improvements to credit risk scorecards, associated scoring processes, and data infrastructure. Providing credit risk expertise to support product development when launching new features, e.g. longer terms, interest only, etc. Supporting the capital markets team by providing credit risk expertise to ensure funding vehicles are set up to provide sufficient capacity, flexibility, and resilience at an appropriate cost.Communicating with equity and debt investors as required around loan book credit performance. The team: You'll join the Credit Risk team, whose primary focus is managing the credit risk profile of our lending portfolios to support iwoca's broader business goals and mission. As Head of Credit Risk for Germany you will be a key member of the team focused on the development of our lending business in Germany. The requirements Strong analytical background: a degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or similar quantitative field; or equivalent experience. 7+ years experience in credit risk and lending strategy optimisation at a traditional or Fintech lender. Passion for analytical problem-solving, with a strong track record in developing conceptual frameworks and technical execution. This will include the ability to personally conduct data-driven analysis and guide this work through others. Experience using Python is a plus. Excellent understanding of the statistical techniques and machine learning methods used in credit risk analysis and modelling. Guiding the work of data scientists is an important part of this role. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Strong commercial instincts. Experience of the German lending market, SME lending, and German language skills are all beneficial. The salary We expect to pay from €125,000 to €160,000 for this role, but we're open-minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we look to hire smart, passionate, humble individuals with a growth mindset. We prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. Our friendly and inclusive environment, combined with our flexible work policies, ensures that you'll have the perfect balance between work and life, empowering you to thrive both personally and professionally.
JOB TITLE - Headteachers PA ABOUT THE SCHOOL Prospero Teaching is looking for a PA to the Headteacher for an Ofsted Good Secondary school in Newham, East London. The school is a medium size mainstream Secondary School with a supportive maths department. The school is going from strength to strength and providing CPD throughout the year. The school does have a 6th form, although most of the timetable for this role will be key stage 3 and key stage 4. The position is open to both NQTs and experienced teachers. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position. CONTRACT DETAILS Location - Newham, East London Position - Headteachers PA Type of work - Personal Assistant Contract or position start date - April 2025 Duration / Likely Duration - Permanent Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/a Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary Full time/part time - Full time Minimum rate of pay - Paid to scale Hours - 8:30 am - 3:15pm EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 1 year experience in the UK Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last 2 years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
JOB TITLE - Headteachers PA ABOUT THE SCHOOL Prospero Teaching is looking for a PA to the Headteacher for an Ofsted Good Secondary school in Newham, East London. The school is a medium size mainstream Secondary School with a supportive maths department. The school is going from strength to strength and providing CPD throughout the year. The school does have a 6th form, although most of the timetable for this role will be key stage 3 and key stage 4. The position is open to both NQTs and experienced teachers. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position. CONTRACT DETAILS Location - Newham, East London Position - Headteachers PA Type of work - Personal Assistant Contract or position start date - April 2025 Duration / Likely Duration - Permanent Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/a Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary Full time/part time - Full time Minimum rate of pay - Paid to scale Hours - 8:30 am - 3:15pm EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 1 year experience in the UK Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last 2 years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team
This is a fast-expanding company at the forefront of odds comparison, where innovation converges with excitement. Here you can experience the best of both worlds, working within a close-knit team with autonomy while enjoying substantial financial backing from the larger enterprise. This organisation is currently in search of a skilled Senior Software Engineer in Test to spearhead streamlined testing and automation strategies. In this role, you'll be a linchpin in the team, taking charge of software delivery, adopting a DevOps culture to oversee the software lifecycle, release automation, and production observability. The tech stack includes Java on the backend with the Springboot framework, GCP managed through Terraform, and a containerised environment in Kubernetes. Your proficiency in TDD, BDD, Selenium, and Automation Testing will have an impact on a diverse range of business initiatives. More importantly, you'll serve as a mentor to junior team members, providing support and guidance as needed. With offices in the UK, Barcelona, and Lithuania, the company boasts a diverse team of over 200 professionals. You'll be at the forefront of industry innovation, working in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors, with unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development. It advocates the nurturing of talent and fostering of growth. Joining the team as a Senior, you'll embark on an exciting career path toward becoming a Lead. With coaching and guidance from your manager and a dedicated Learning and Development (L&D) team, you'll have the support necessary to advance in your professional journey. Remote work is highly valued, providing you the flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK. The team also do try to foster in-person collaboration, and to facilitate this there are meetups at the Hammersmith office approximately once a quarter - these gatherings offer a chance to connect with colleagues, share insights, and build lasting relationships. If this opportunity resonates with you, please apply through the provided link or feel free to send me a message.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
This is a fast-expanding company at the forefront of odds comparison, where innovation converges with excitement. Here you can experience the best of both worlds, working within a close-knit team with autonomy while enjoying substantial financial backing from the larger enterprise. This organisation is currently in search of a skilled Senior Software Engineer in Test to spearhead streamlined testing and automation strategies. In this role, you'll be a linchpin in the team, taking charge of software delivery, adopting a DevOps culture to oversee the software lifecycle, release automation, and production observability. The tech stack includes Java on the backend with the Springboot framework, GCP managed through Terraform, and a containerised environment in Kubernetes. Your proficiency in TDD, BDD, Selenium, and Automation Testing will have an impact on a diverse range of business initiatives. More importantly, you'll serve as a mentor to junior team members, providing support and guidance as needed. With offices in the UK, Barcelona, and Lithuania, the company boasts a diverse team of over 200 professionals. You'll be at the forefront of industry innovation, working in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors, with unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development. It advocates the nurturing of talent and fostering of growth. Joining the team as a Senior, you'll embark on an exciting career path toward becoming a Lead. With coaching and guidance from your manager and a dedicated Learning and Development (L&D) team, you'll have the support necessary to advance in your professional journey. Remote work is highly valued, providing you the flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK. The team also do try to foster in-person collaboration, and to facilitate this there are meetups at the Hammersmith office approximately once a quarter - these gatherings offer a chance to connect with colleagues, share insights, and build lasting relationships. If this opportunity resonates with you, please apply through the provided link or feel free to send me a message.
Technical Architect Fully remote 9 month contract Inside IR35 Are you a highly skilled and experienced Technical Architect looking for your next challenge? Join our dynamic and innovative team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology landscape. As a Technical Architect, you will provide expert technical leadership across a range of complex projects and services. You will be responsible for defining and implementing technical strategies that align with our business objectives, ensuring we stay ahead in an ever-evolving digital world. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Provide strategic technical guidance to project and service teams. Define and document technical architectures, including system diagrams, data flows, and integration points. Evaluate and recommend cutting-edge technologies to drive business success. Conduct feasibility studies and impact assessments. Ensure technical solutions align with enterprise architecture principles. Solution Design & Development Design and develop scalable and innovative technical solutions. Maintain technical roadmaps and drive continuous improvement. Identify emerging technologies and assess their impact. Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes. Project Delivery Lead technical aspects throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and engineers. Manage technical risks and develop mitigation plans. Keep stakeholders informed of technical decisions and their business impact. Operational Excellence Improve operational efficiency and reduce technical debt. Automate and streamline processes where possible. Provide technical support to operations teams. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Support Conduct technical due diligence for mergers and acquisitions. Develop integration plans for acquired systems and processes. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Technical Architect with expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-scale IT solutions. Strong knowledge of IT best practices, including ITIL, Prince2, TOGAF, and Archimate. Deep expertise across multiple technical domains, including: Enterprise IT: Large-scale systems (5,000+ users) Service Desk: ITSM platforms (ServiceNow) EUC: Endpoint devices, management tools (Intune, SCCM) Applications: CRM, ERP, HCM, Finance, Payroll Infrastructure: Cloud (Azure), servers, networks (Palo Alto, Cisco, Meraki), storage (SAN, VEEAM, HP) Cyber Security: IPS/IDS, SIEM, XDR, ISO27001 Data Science & Automation: MS Data Fabric, Data Bricks, RPA, iPaaS, MS Power Platform Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to think strategically. Excellent communication skills able to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Experience working in fast-paced, matrixed organizations with cross-functional teams. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience in M&A activities, including due diligence and integration. Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). DevSecOps practices and tools. Relevant certifications (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect). What We Offer The opportunity to work on exciting, large-scale projects that drive real business impact. Career growth opportunities in a fast-moving, innovative environment. A collaborative and supportive team culture. The chance to work with the latest technologies and influence strategic decisions. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of our journey. At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an IT Technical Architect looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
Feb 12, 2025
Contractor
Technical Architect Fully remote 9 month contract Inside IR35 Are you a highly skilled and experienced Technical Architect looking for your next challenge? Join our dynamic and innovative team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology landscape. As a Technical Architect, you will provide expert technical leadership across a range of complex projects and services. You will be responsible for defining and implementing technical strategies that align with our business objectives, ensuring we stay ahead in an ever-evolving digital world. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Provide strategic technical guidance to project and service teams. Define and document technical architectures, including system diagrams, data flows, and integration points. Evaluate and recommend cutting-edge technologies to drive business success. Conduct feasibility studies and impact assessments. Ensure technical solutions align with enterprise architecture principles. Solution Design & Development Design and develop scalable and innovative technical solutions. Maintain technical roadmaps and drive continuous improvement. Identify emerging technologies and assess their impact. Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes. Project Delivery Lead technical aspects throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and engineers. Manage technical risks and develop mitigation plans. Keep stakeholders informed of technical decisions and their business impact. Operational Excellence Improve operational efficiency and reduce technical debt. Automate and streamline processes where possible. Provide technical support to operations teams. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Support Conduct technical due diligence for mergers and acquisitions. Develop integration plans for acquired systems and processes. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Technical Architect with expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-scale IT solutions. Strong knowledge of IT best practices, including ITIL, Prince2, TOGAF, and Archimate. Deep expertise across multiple technical domains, including: Enterprise IT: Large-scale systems (5,000+ users) Service Desk: ITSM platforms (ServiceNow) EUC: Endpoint devices, management tools (Intune, SCCM) Applications: CRM, ERP, HCM, Finance, Payroll Infrastructure: Cloud (Azure), servers, networks (Palo Alto, Cisco, Meraki), storage (SAN, VEEAM, HP) Cyber Security: IPS/IDS, SIEM, XDR, ISO27001 Data Science & Automation: MS Data Fabric, Data Bricks, RPA, iPaaS, MS Power Platform Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to think strategically. Excellent communication skills able to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Experience working in fast-paced, matrixed organizations with cross-functional teams. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience in M&A activities, including due diligence and integration. Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). DevSecOps practices and tools. Relevant certifications (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect). What We Offer The opportunity to work on exciting, large-scale projects that drive real business impact. Career growth opportunities in a fast-moving, innovative environment. A collaborative and supportive team culture. The chance to work with the latest technologies and influence strategic decisions. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of our journey. At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an IT Technical Architect looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.
Reading, Oxfordshire
Job Title: Principal Shielding Consultant Location: Flexible, UK with site visits to either Coventry or Reading Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits Role Type: Full time / Permanent Role ID: SF60622 At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Shielding Consultant. The role As a Principal Radiation Shielding Consultant, you'll be a shielding analyst with a role that's out of the ordinary. You will join a friendly and committed team of radiation protection and shielding specialists, and drive technical solutions for a major defence programme whilst interfacing with a range of disciplines and stakeholders. You will be joining our team at a time of growth, allowing you to make your mark and build networks across the business and externally, supporting your career progression and personal development. You will act as an in-house, intelligent customer working with primarily sub-contractors. Day-to-day, you'll deliver radiation models and calculations, including for shielding, dose assessment and neutron activation. Author shielding reports and related calculation notes, and verification of others' work. Supervise the work of junior technical specialists within the same discipline. Integrate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that shielding issues are identified across projects and that consistent approaches are adopted, and timely support provided to all relevant project stakeholders. Contribute to the enhancement of existing shielding procedures. This role is full time, 37 hours per week, adaptable and can be delivered from various locations, and provides hybrid working arrangements with two days in the office per week. Essential experience of the Principal Shielding Consultant: Proven experience in a shielding role. Excellent working knowledge of radiation transport codes. Clear ability to lead a technical team. Experience interfacing with other technical disciplines. Experience designing new processes and facilities. Qualifications for the Principal Shielding Consultant: Degree in a relevant scientific or engineering technical discipline. As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Shielding Consultant Location: Flexible, UK with site visits to either Coventry or Reading Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits Role Type: Full time / Permanent Role ID: SF60622 At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Shielding Consultant. The role As a Principal Radiation Shielding Consultant, you'll be a shielding analyst with a role that's out of the ordinary. You will join a friendly and committed team of radiation protection and shielding specialists, and drive technical solutions for a major defence programme whilst interfacing with a range of disciplines and stakeholders. You will be joining our team at a time of growth, allowing you to make your mark and build networks across the business and externally, supporting your career progression and personal development. You will act as an in-house, intelligent customer working with primarily sub-contractors. Day-to-day, you'll deliver radiation models and calculations, including for shielding, dose assessment and neutron activation. Author shielding reports and related calculation notes, and verification of others' work. Supervise the work of junior technical specialists within the same discipline. Integrate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that shielding issues are identified across projects and that consistent approaches are adopted, and timely support provided to all relevant project stakeholders. Contribute to the enhancement of existing shielding procedures. This role is full time, 37 hours per week, adaptable and can be delivered from various locations, and provides hybrid working arrangements with two days in the office per week. Essential experience of the Principal Shielding Consultant: Proven experience in a shielding role. Excellent working knowledge of radiation transport codes. Clear ability to lead a technical team. Experience interfacing with other technical disciplines. Experience designing new processes and facilities. Qualifications for the Principal Shielding Consultant: Degree in a relevant scientific or engineering technical discipline. As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Senior Tax Manager working for a well known and respected North West based accountancy firms Your new firm We are partnering with a major accountancy firm with 3 offices across the Northwest region to search for a Senior Tax Manager. This firm provides a range of advisory and accounting services to a largely owner-managed business / entrepreneurial client base. A modern practice, they have 160+ staff spread across 3 office locations, with tax being a key service line as they continue to build and grow. The tax team makes up around 20% of the overall headcount with them providing advisory & compliance services to a well-rounded and varied portfolio. Due to growth and market opportunity, they are now looking to bring in either a good Tax Manager or a Senior Tax Manager who will work within the private client tax advisory team. A flexible team, you can be based in either Liverpool or Manchester and will be required to travel to their main Lancashire-based office for tax meetings and general team collaboration. Your new role You will be joining the firm as either a Private Client Tax Senior Manager or Tax Director, supporting with private client tax advisory work. You will get involved in a range of interesting, complex and challenging advisory matters such as IHT planning, non-domiciliaries, trust advisory, succession planning and other forms of general tax planning throughout the year. You will be working with owners of managed businesses, entrepreneurs, high-net worth individuals and directors acting as real business advisers. Working closely with senior leadership in the firm, you will also help with overall management of the tax team and business development commitments. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role you will need to come from a strong private client tax background and have experience supporting a mixed portfolio of clients. Ideally, you will have trust & IHT planning experience and be passionate about providing efficient tax solutions. You'll need to be suitably qualified (ACA/ACC/CTA/ATT) and be able to demonstrate good business development and management skills. What you'll get in return In return for this role, you will receive a competitive salary, benefits package, pension scheme, hybrid working options, flexible working hours and a firm wide bonus scheme relating to performance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact Hays on for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Senior Tax Manager working for a well known and respected North West based accountancy firms Your new firm We are partnering with a major accountancy firm with 3 offices across the Northwest region to search for a Senior Tax Manager. This firm provides a range of advisory and accounting services to a largely owner-managed business / entrepreneurial client base. A modern practice, they have 160+ staff spread across 3 office locations, with tax being a key service line as they continue to build and grow. The tax team makes up around 20% of the overall headcount with them providing advisory & compliance services to a well-rounded and varied portfolio. Due to growth and market opportunity, they are now looking to bring in either a good Tax Manager or a Senior Tax Manager who will work within the private client tax advisory team. A flexible team, you can be based in either Liverpool or Manchester and will be required to travel to their main Lancashire-based office for tax meetings and general team collaboration. Your new role You will be joining the firm as either a Private Client Tax Senior Manager or Tax Director, supporting with private client tax advisory work. You will get involved in a range of interesting, complex and challenging advisory matters such as IHT planning, non-domiciliaries, trust advisory, succession planning and other forms of general tax planning throughout the year. You will be working with owners of managed businesses, entrepreneurs, high-net worth individuals and directors acting as real business advisers. Working closely with senior leadership in the firm, you will also help with overall management of the tax team and business development commitments. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role you will need to come from a strong private client tax background and have experience supporting a mixed portfolio of clients. Ideally, you will have trust & IHT planning experience and be passionate about providing efficient tax solutions. You'll need to be suitably qualified (ACA/ACC/CTA/ATT) and be able to demonstrate good business development and management skills. What you'll get in return In return for this role, you will receive a competitive salary, benefits package, pension scheme, hybrid working options, flexible working hours and a firm wide bonus scheme relating to performance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact Hays on for a confidential discussion on your career. #
BRITISH BOARD OF FILM CLASSIFICATION
City Of Westminster, London
Policy and Public Affairs Officer Reports to: Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs Function: To provide judicious policy advice and support to the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs and others, including the Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Chief Executive and Compliance Managers. To input into a range of cross-departmental projects including communications, research, classification, education and business services. To deputise on policy issues in the absence of the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs. Key responsibilities: To provide direct support to the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs to achieve the BBFC's policy objectives, including internal cross-departmental projects and those that have a direct influence on the BBFC's external stakeholder relationships. To deliver strategic input into the BBFC's development of policy, especially with regard to Government consultations and non-statutory regulation, leading on multiple projects and their delivery. To draft policy papers and recommendations for the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs and others. To lead on further-ahead planning of the BBFC's Public Affairs and Policy work. To identify opportunities for the BBFC's external engagement. To prepare briefings for internal and external use. To monitor the political landscape on a daily basis, promptly alerting the wider team to any relevant political or policy developments. To liaise with, brief and advise UK Government departments on a range of issues pertinent to BBFC business and stakeholder relationships. To brief MPs and Peers, including at Ministerial level, on the BBFC's work, alongside the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs and the Director of Communications and Public Affairs. To advise Compliance Managers and the Executive Leadership Team with regard to novel or complex policy issues arising in film and video works. To keep abreast of all films, videos, television programmes, and leisure software that may have a bearing on BBFC policy. To book regular external guests to speak at compliance meetings. To be well-versed on all BBFC publications, research material, legal or legislative developments, and press comments. To act as secretariat for the Advisory Panel on Children's Viewing (APCV) meetings and to brief the attendees on key policy issues. To conduct research to establish the suitability for classification of submitted works and equivalent material under the BBFCs duties and UK law, for the purposes of (but not limited to) prevention of the distribution of material prohibited by law, and for the initiation of criminal proceedings. To carry out such other duties of a similar nature as may from time to time be necessary.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Policy and Public Affairs Officer Reports to: Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs Function: To provide judicious policy advice and support to the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs and others, including the Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Chief Executive and Compliance Managers. To input into a range of cross-departmental projects including communications, research, classification, education and business services. To deputise on policy issues in the absence of the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs. Key responsibilities: To provide direct support to the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs to achieve the BBFC's policy objectives, including internal cross-departmental projects and those that have a direct influence on the BBFC's external stakeholder relationships. To deliver strategic input into the BBFC's development of policy, especially with regard to Government consultations and non-statutory regulation, leading on multiple projects and their delivery. To draft policy papers and recommendations for the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs and others. To lead on further-ahead planning of the BBFC's Public Affairs and Policy work. To identify opportunities for the BBFC's external engagement. To prepare briefings for internal and external use. To monitor the political landscape on a daily basis, promptly alerting the wider team to any relevant political or policy developments. To liaise with, brief and advise UK Government departments on a range of issues pertinent to BBFC business and stakeholder relationships. To brief MPs and Peers, including at Ministerial level, on the BBFC's work, alongside the Assistant Director of Policy and Public Affairs and the Director of Communications and Public Affairs. To advise Compliance Managers and the Executive Leadership Team with regard to novel or complex policy issues arising in film and video works. To keep abreast of all films, videos, television programmes, and leisure software that may have a bearing on BBFC policy. To book regular external guests to speak at compliance meetings. To be well-versed on all BBFC publications, research material, legal or legislative developments, and press comments. To act as secretariat for the Advisory Panel on Children's Viewing (APCV) meetings and to brief the attendees on key policy issues. To conduct research to establish the suitability for classification of submitted works and equivalent material under the BBFCs duties and UK law, for the purposes of (but not limited to) prevention of the distribution of material prohibited by law, and for the initiation of criminal proceedings. To carry out such other duties of a similar nature as may from time to time be necessary.
Babraham Research Campus
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Babraham Research Campus is one of the UK's leading places to support early-stage bioscience enterprise and is distinct in its co-location of bioscience companies with the Babraham Institute. World class research and business come together to promote innovation and strengthen links between academia and the commercial world. The campus - managed by the Babraham Research Campus Ltd, (BRCL) - is situated within Europe's leading life science cluster, Cambridge UK (which sits at the heart of the Golden Triangle), and is a world leading early-stage discovery bioscience and innovation eco-system. BRCL has ambitious plans for significant growth, seeking to more than double the scale of the laboratory and office space on the campus, together with the continued development of its services and capabilities, super-charging its impact in driving economic growth and strengthening the UK's position in the global life sciences arena (see here for more details) The campus is currently circa 400,000 square foot of laboratory, office and communal space and home to a critical mass of life science businesses (circa. 60 companies on campus) co- located with the Babraham Institute, (BI), a world-leading research institute. The campus draws on an extensive network of investors, advisors and alumni encouraging and supporting the whole community, delivering at all stages of innovation. Given its location, there are deep relationships which are actively promoted between academia, industry and early-stage businesses. BRCL seeks an ambitious and inspirational CEO who can drive both the growth of a real estate property opportunity and a highly developed research and innovation ecosystem. The appointee will be a placemaking expert; capable of delivering an enterprising place that delivers excellence across discovery bioscience, innovation, property development and management. This will require raising external financing and building strategic partnerships. We are looking for a leader who meet the following criteria: Visionary and inspirational leadership with the ability to drive innovation and promote a culture of excellence. Proven experience in a senior leadership position Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic priorities with operational requirements. Understanding of the UK's life sciences ecosystem, including R&D, biotech commercialisation, and government policy related to scientific innovation. Experience of working with or in research parks or campuses. Demonstrated ability to manage complex organisations with an end user focus, including strategic planning, financial oversight, and operational management, (recognising the importance of service delivery over lease management). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building relationships with diverse stakeholders:. Understanding of the unique nature of BRCL's offering, co-located with the BI, delivering impact and value through property. i.e. drive both the growth of a real estate property opportunity and a highly developed research and innovation ecosystem Acknowledging the features of the shareholder base being a research charity (BI) and a public body (BBSRC-UKRI) including i.e. an appreciation of each organisation's priorities and constraints. Having an understanding of public sector requirements (e.g. use of public money, subsidy control). Working at the private-public sector interface. Location The role will be based at BRCL's head office on the campus in Cambridge, but the appointee will be expected to travel (UK) as required of the role. How to Apply The preferred method of application is online at If you are unable to apply online please email your application to . All applications will receive an automated response. Closing date: Thursday February 19th
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Babraham Research Campus is one of the UK's leading places to support early-stage bioscience enterprise and is distinct in its co-location of bioscience companies with the Babraham Institute. World class research and business come together to promote innovation and strengthen links between academia and the commercial world. The campus - managed by the Babraham Research Campus Ltd, (BRCL) - is situated within Europe's leading life science cluster, Cambridge UK (which sits at the heart of the Golden Triangle), and is a world leading early-stage discovery bioscience and innovation eco-system. BRCL has ambitious plans for significant growth, seeking to more than double the scale of the laboratory and office space on the campus, together with the continued development of its services and capabilities, super-charging its impact in driving economic growth and strengthening the UK's position in the global life sciences arena (see here for more details) The campus is currently circa 400,000 square foot of laboratory, office and communal space and home to a critical mass of life science businesses (circa. 60 companies on campus) co- located with the Babraham Institute, (BI), a world-leading research institute. The campus draws on an extensive network of investors, advisors and alumni encouraging and supporting the whole community, delivering at all stages of innovation. Given its location, there are deep relationships which are actively promoted between academia, industry and early-stage businesses. BRCL seeks an ambitious and inspirational CEO who can drive both the growth of a real estate property opportunity and a highly developed research and innovation ecosystem. The appointee will be a placemaking expert; capable of delivering an enterprising place that delivers excellence across discovery bioscience, innovation, property development and management. This will require raising external financing and building strategic partnerships. We are looking for a leader who meet the following criteria: Visionary and inspirational leadership with the ability to drive innovation and promote a culture of excellence. Proven experience in a senior leadership position Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic priorities with operational requirements. Understanding of the UK's life sciences ecosystem, including R&D, biotech commercialisation, and government policy related to scientific innovation. Experience of working with or in research parks or campuses. Demonstrated ability to manage complex organisations with an end user focus, including strategic planning, financial oversight, and operational management, (recognising the importance of service delivery over lease management). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building relationships with diverse stakeholders:. Understanding of the unique nature of BRCL's offering, co-located with the BI, delivering impact and value through property. i.e. drive both the growth of a real estate property opportunity and a highly developed research and innovation ecosystem Acknowledging the features of the shareholder base being a research charity (BI) and a public body (BBSRC-UKRI) including i.e. an appreciation of each organisation's priorities and constraints. Having an understanding of public sector requirements (e.g. use of public money, subsidy control). Working at the private-public sector interface. Location The role will be based at BRCL's head office on the campus in Cambridge, but the appointee will be expected to travel (UK) as required of the role. How to Apply The preferred method of application is online at If you are unable to apply online please email your application to . All applications will receive an automated response. Closing date: Thursday February 19th
Salary: £34,085.47 plus £5023 London weighting if applicable Location: London Old Street or Home-based Contract: Permanent Hours : Full time - 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 25th February at 11:30pm Are you a motivated and positive person who is passionate about our cause and eager to grow your career in planning/project management? If this sounds like you, apply to be a Senior Planning and Project Executive to play a vital role in our fight for home. About the role A focus of this role is supporting the delivery of Shelter's key fundraising initiative, the Winter Fundraising Campaign. The Winter Campaign is a major income generator for Shelter, involving cross-departmental collaboration. You will gather information from stakeholders to ensure a cohesive, organisation-wide approach to the projects you support. The campaign also includes a variety of public-facing activities, such as advertising, direct marketing appeals, events, and corporate partnerships, all amplified through press and social media. This role offers the opportunity to grow into an accomplished Project Manager. You'll gain hands-on experience with project management tools and processes, manage smaller-scale projects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and provide admin and finance management support. It's an exciting chance for growth and learning in a supportive environment where success is based on your merit. Further to this, the role will have a joint focus on cross-directorate planning. You will assist the Head of Planning and Project Management with organisation-wide planning initiatives, and will collaborate with stakeholders across all levels to support Shelter's planning and prioritisation processes. You will be the lead administrative support for a variety of short and medium-term planning and resourcing activities, and will support the Head of Planning and Project Management and Income Generation leadership team in keeping said processes and activities running smoothly. About you Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as you'll work with a variety of teams across Shelter's Income Generation directorate. You will need to be comfortable taking responsibility for leading on smaller projects and working with the Senior Fundraising Project Manager to deliver projects of all sizes, and embrace opportunities for learning and decision-making. Proactivity is important, whether it's setting up meetings, asking questions, or suggesting new ideas. You'll also have the chance to volunteer in our retail shops and visit Shelter Hubs to deepen your understanding of our cause. Effective time management, organisation, and attention to detail will help you navigate the workload and manage both administrative tasks and complex projects. Above all, a positive attitude towards learning, an open mind, and a solutions-focused approach will be crucial to your success. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About the team This role sits within the Planning & Project Management team in our Income Generation directorate. This team leads on delivering key projects such as Shelter's Winter Campaign, as well as acting as the backbone for many of Income Generation's planning processes. The team sits within a wider sub-directorate known as Fundraising Enablement, which is responsible for product development & innovation, fundraising standards & compliance and planning and project management. Due to cross-directorate working the team works on a variety of different strategic planning initiatives, as well as introducing new tools and processes to support teams in performing at their best. How to apply Please submit your CV along with a supporting statement. In the supporting statement, please give relevant examples in line with the role responsibilities of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of the job description, following the STAR format. Please also demonstrate how you address these two behaviours below in your answers: We work together to achieve our shared purpose We learn from our experiences and are open to risk Any applications submitted without an expression of interest will not be considered. About Shelter Home is a human right. It's our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything. We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. Safeguarding statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Salary: £34,085.47 plus £5023 London weighting if applicable Location: London Old Street or Home-based Contract: Permanent Hours : Full time - 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 25th February at 11:30pm Are you a motivated and positive person who is passionate about our cause and eager to grow your career in planning/project management? If this sounds like you, apply to be a Senior Planning and Project Executive to play a vital role in our fight for home. About the role A focus of this role is supporting the delivery of Shelter's key fundraising initiative, the Winter Fundraising Campaign. The Winter Campaign is a major income generator for Shelter, involving cross-departmental collaboration. You will gather information from stakeholders to ensure a cohesive, organisation-wide approach to the projects you support. The campaign also includes a variety of public-facing activities, such as advertising, direct marketing appeals, events, and corporate partnerships, all amplified through press and social media. This role offers the opportunity to grow into an accomplished Project Manager. You'll gain hands-on experience with project management tools and processes, manage smaller-scale projects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and provide admin and finance management support. It's an exciting chance for growth and learning in a supportive environment where success is based on your merit. Further to this, the role will have a joint focus on cross-directorate planning. You will assist the Head of Planning and Project Management with organisation-wide planning initiatives, and will collaborate with stakeholders across all levels to support Shelter's planning and prioritisation processes. You will be the lead administrative support for a variety of short and medium-term planning and resourcing activities, and will support the Head of Planning and Project Management and Income Generation leadership team in keeping said processes and activities running smoothly. About you Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as you'll work with a variety of teams across Shelter's Income Generation directorate. You will need to be comfortable taking responsibility for leading on smaller projects and working with the Senior Fundraising Project Manager to deliver projects of all sizes, and embrace opportunities for learning and decision-making. Proactivity is important, whether it's setting up meetings, asking questions, or suggesting new ideas. You'll also have the chance to volunteer in our retail shops and visit Shelter Hubs to deepen your understanding of our cause. Effective time management, organisation, and attention to detail will help you navigate the workload and manage both administrative tasks and complex projects. Above all, a positive attitude towards learning, an open mind, and a solutions-focused approach will be crucial to your success. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About the team This role sits within the Planning & Project Management team in our Income Generation directorate. This team leads on delivering key projects such as Shelter's Winter Campaign, as well as acting as the backbone for many of Income Generation's planning processes. The team sits within a wider sub-directorate known as Fundraising Enablement, which is responsible for product development & innovation, fundraising standards & compliance and planning and project management. Due to cross-directorate working the team works on a variety of different strategic planning initiatives, as well as introducing new tools and processes to support teams in performing at their best. How to apply Please submit your CV along with a supporting statement. In the supporting statement, please give relevant examples in line with the role responsibilities of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of the job description, following the STAR format. Please also demonstrate how you address these two behaviours below in your answers: We work together to achieve our shared purpose We learn from our experiences and are open to risk Any applications submitted without an expression of interest will not be considered. About Shelter Home is a human right. It's our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything. We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. Safeguarding statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Head of Operations and People Are you a dynamic and organised leader, ready to inspire and support a dedicated team of staff and volunteers? This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior leadership role, where no two days are ever the same! We're looking for someone who can juggle multiple roles, tackle new challenges daily, and make a real impact on the lives of young people and the community. If you're excited about using your professional experience to make a difference to young people, this could be the perfect role for you! As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Head of Operations and People Location: Crewe/hybrid (office working days in Warrington approx. 3 days a week during construction of the Youth Zone, after opening full time hours in Crewe) Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 (dependent upon experience) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the OnSide Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring. Closing Date: 28th February at 12pm noon Interviews: First stage: 11th/12th March, Second stage: Afternoon and evening 20th March About the Role The Head of Operations & People role is a key position. As part of the Senior Management team, you'll lead and manage the back-office functions, ensuring the best possible service is delivered to the thousands of young people. In this role, you'll also serve as the secretariat for the Board of Trustees and oversee monthly payroll administration. Key duties include: • Oversee full recruitment and onboarding, ensuring compliance with safer recruitment practices. • Manage HR processes, including investigations, leave, and absence management. • Ensure compliance with employment, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations. • Maintain and update policies, procedures, and employee records in line with legislation. • Oversee financial processes, including payroll data and invoicing, with administrative support. • Manage administrative systems, reporting, and staff training on system use. • Provide leadership through line management, staff development, and participation in strategic planning. About You We're looking for an experienced and professional operational manager with HR experience, who is passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives and thrives in a fast-paced, varied environment. You will also need experience of: • Office administration and management functions • Basic accounts work and/or payroll • Managing IT Systems and Data management • Customer service (within an office / charity environment) • Onboarding and training team members to use systems and follow standard operating procedures • Leading or managing a small team, with the ability to motivate and inspire • Excellent communication skills with ability to establish a rapport and communicate effectively with stakeholders- at all levels and from all sectors To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and supporting statement via the company website. About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity in Crewe. It is set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Crewe, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 - 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure time. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Head of HR, HR Manager, Head of Operations and HR, People Director, Operations Director, Director of People and Operations, Operations & HR Director, Head of People and Business Operations, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Head of Operations and People Are you a dynamic and organised leader, ready to inspire and support a dedicated team of staff and volunteers? This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior leadership role, where no two days are ever the same! We're looking for someone who can juggle multiple roles, tackle new challenges daily, and make a real impact on the lives of young people and the community. If you're excited about using your professional experience to make a difference to young people, this could be the perfect role for you! As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Head of Operations and People Location: Crewe/hybrid (office working days in Warrington approx. 3 days a week during construction of the Youth Zone, after opening full time hours in Crewe) Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 (dependent upon experience) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the OnSide Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring. Closing Date: 28th February at 12pm noon Interviews: First stage: 11th/12th March, Second stage: Afternoon and evening 20th March About the Role The Head of Operations & People role is a key position. As part of the Senior Management team, you'll lead and manage the back-office functions, ensuring the best possible service is delivered to the thousands of young people. In this role, you'll also serve as the secretariat for the Board of Trustees and oversee monthly payroll administration. Key duties include: • Oversee full recruitment and onboarding, ensuring compliance with safer recruitment practices. • Manage HR processes, including investigations, leave, and absence management. • Ensure compliance with employment, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations. • Maintain and update policies, procedures, and employee records in line with legislation. • Oversee financial processes, including payroll data and invoicing, with administrative support. • Manage administrative systems, reporting, and staff training on system use. • Provide leadership through line management, staff development, and participation in strategic planning. About You We're looking for an experienced and professional operational manager with HR experience, who is passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives and thrives in a fast-paced, varied environment. You will also need experience of: • Office administration and management functions • Basic accounts work and/or payroll • Managing IT Systems and Data management • Customer service (within an office / charity environment) • Onboarding and training team members to use systems and follow standard operating procedures • Leading or managing a small team, with the ability to motivate and inspire • Excellent communication skills with ability to establish a rapport and communicate effectively with stakeholders- at all levels and from all sectors To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and supporting statement via the company website. About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity in Crewe. It is set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Crewe, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 - 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure time. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Head of HR, HR Manager, Head of Operations and HR, People Director, Operations Director, Director of People and Operations, Operations & HR Director, Head of People and Business Operations, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: £60,000 - £70,000, depending on experience, plus benefits Location: 10 Bressenden Place, London, SW1E 5DH (Typically three days office based per week) The Girls' Day School Trust (GDST) is seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead our data strategy, influence the future of data-driven education, and play a pivotal role in our journey towards data-driven excellence. The Role As Data Architect, you will have the opportunity to shape how data drives our decisions and impacts educational outcomes for thousands of students across the UK, as part of a dynamic and supportive team. You will lead data initiatives that directly influence strategic decisions across our network of schools, harnessing the power of data to drive meaningful change and fostering a data-driven culture that supports excellence in education. What You Will Be Doing: Championing GDST's Data Strategy: Develop and align the data strategy with the organisation's broader goals, driving impactful outcomes Establishing Data Standards: Own and manage data governance frameworks, including robust data dictionaries, policies, and procedures Empowering Decision-Making: Design, develop, and enhance Power BI dashboards and reports to provide actionable insights for stakeholders Building Data Solutions: Optimise ETL pipelines and data platforms, ensuring data integrity, quality, and availability Cultivating a Data-Driven Community: Lead and mentor the GDST Data and Analytics Community, fostering continuous professional development Collaborating for Impact: Work closely with function heads, schools, and third-party suppliers to deliver data solutions and strengthen partnerships Ensuring Data Compliance: Drive data governance initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices, security protocols, and regulatory standards What We Are Looking For: A degree in IT, a STEM subject, or equivalent practical experience Proven expertise in Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, and Power BI A strong background in ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, and data modelling Demonstrated ability to design, build, and test scalable data solutions, managing large datasets to deliver business insights Leadership experience in developing data strategies and governance frameworks Proficiency in SQL and Python Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, and data security Excellent communication, negotiating, and influencing skills A proactive, motivated, and customer-focused approach to delivery Why Join The GDST? The GDST is the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools. We are pioneers and experts in girls' education, on a mission to create a more equal world for all. You will be part of an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We also offer the following benefits: • Competitive salaries with structured pay progression • Extensive professional development and training grants for qualifications • Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools • Generous pension schemes and free life assurance • Interest-free loans for training, computer purchases, and travel season tickets • Cycle to work scheme and more How To Apply For further details and to apply please click the apply button. The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 19th February 2025. Interviews take place during the week commencing 24th February 2025. At GDST, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences. GDST is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: £60,000 - £70,000, depending on experience, plus benefits Location: 10 Bressenden Place, London, SW1E 5DH (Typically three days office based per week) The Girls' Day School Trust (GDST) is seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead our data strategy, influence the future of data-driven education, and play a pivotal role in our journey towards data-driven excellence. The Role As Data Architect, you will have the opportunity to shape how data drives our decisions and impacts educational outcomes for thousands of students across the UK, as part of a dynamic and supportive team. You will lead data initiatives that directly influence strategic decisions across our network of schools, harnessing the power of data to drive meaningful change and fostering a data-driven culture that supports excellence in education. What You Will Be Doing: Championing GDST's Data Strategy: Develop and align the data strategy with the organisation's broader goals, driving impactful outcomes Establishing Data Standards: Own and manage data governance frameworks, including robust data dictionaries, policies, and procedures Empowering Decision-Making: Design, develop, and enhance Power BI dashboards and reports to provide actionable insights for stakeholders Building Data Solutions: Optimise ETL pipelines and data platforms, ensuring data integrity, quality, and availability Cultivating a Data-Driven Community: Lead and mentor the GDST Data and Analytics Community, fostering continuous professional development Collaborating for Impact: Work closely with function heads, schools, and third-party suppliers to deliver data solutions and strengthen partnerships Ensuring Data Compliance: Drive data governance initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices, security protocols, and regulatory standards What We Are Looking For: A degree in IT, a STEM subject, or equivalent practical experience Proven expertise in Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, and Power BI A strong background in ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, and data modelling Demonstrated ability to design, build, and test scalable data solutions, managing large datasets to deliver business insights Leadership experience in developing data strategies and governance frameworks Proficiency in SQL and Python Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, and data security Excellent communication, negotiating, and influencing skills A proactive, motivated, and customer-focused approach to delivery Why Join The GDST? The GDST is the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools. We are pioneers and experts in girls' education, on a mission to create a more equal world for all. You will be part of an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We also offer the following benefits: • Competitive salaries with structured pay progression • Extensive professional development and training grants for qualifications • Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools • Generous pension schemes and free life assurance • Interest-free loans for training, computer purchases, and travel season tickets • Cycle to work scheme and more How To Apply For further details and to apply please click the apply button. The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 19th February 2025. Interviews take place during the week commencing 24th February 2025. At GDST, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences. GDST is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Join the Team at Paterson & Cooke UK We re Hiring Project Engineers! Are you a talented Project Engineer with a passion for tackling complex challenges, have you previous experience of working in an engineering consultancy, industrial plants, or mine site environments? Do you thrive in both office settings and visiting client mine sites? If so, we want to hear from you! The Job Role: You will work as part of a project team taking responsibility for engineering and technical disciplines involved in the project. This includes scheduling, planning, forecasting and management of activities to assure project accuracy and quality. Responsibilities include: Conceptual designs and project evaluations Hydraulic analysis and design of water, and slurry pump and pipeline systems Mechanical design and engineering of mining systems, including process plants, pumps, pipelines and related infrastructure Process design including flow sheet development, mass balance, P&ID generation Selection specification and evaluation of system components (pumps, piping, valves, etc) Technical communication, including specifications, report writing and presentations Project Management, including planning and proposals, client liaison and execution of engineering projects Peer review of technical documents Preparation of engineering proposals to address client needs Business development through interactions with clients, attendance at conferences and contacts in the mining industry You need to be qualified to Degre level or higher in a suitable subject (related to Engineering) and have previous engineering and project management experience. You also need to have: Strong interpersonal skills Strong presentation and technical writing skills, especially technical reports Ability to mange own time effectively, develop project plans, and to schedule work to deliver on multiple projects and work packages running together. Attention to detail and a commitment to technical excellence Ability to travel locally and internationally A valid driver s licence Compensation & Benefits In return Paterson & Cooke UK offers a competitive annual salary for the position. In addition to the base salary the position is eligible for annual bonus compensation based on company and individual performance. This role is also eligible to participate in the company s benefits program including Employee Assistance Programme, health and life insurance and company pension scheme. A Career with Paterson & Cooke Paterson & Cooke is an international specialist engineering firm known for high quality work and for exceeding client expectations, often with innovative solutions. Our team enjoy the challenge of living up to this standard daily in a workplace that allows each employee to thrive. In the UK office, we balance a demanding, rewarding workload with consideration for work-life balance. We have a unique work schedule in which we earn every other Friday afternoon off. We enjoy the opportunity for time together outside of work including summer BBQ s, family socials and spur of the moment get togethers. We encourage employees to expand their knowledge through employer supported training courses and on-site experience. With offices spanning five continents and international clientele, P&C provides opportunities for our employees to travel the world. Our size enables us to make a difference in the company and fosters opportunities for career growth and advancement
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Join the Team at Paterson & Cooke UK We re Hiring Project Engineers! Are you a talented Project Engineer with a passion for tackling complex challenges, have you previous experience of working in an engineering consultancy, industrial plants, or mine site environments? Do you thrive in both office settings and visiting client mine sites? If so, we want to hear from you! The Job Role: You will work as part of a project team taking responsibility for engineering and technical disciplines involved in the project. This includes scheduling, planning, forecasting and management of activities to assure project accuracy and quality. Responsibilities include: Conceptual designs and project evaluations Hydraulic analysis and design of water, and slurry pump and pipeline systems Mechanical design and engineering of mining systems, including process plants, pumps, pipelines and related infrastructure Process design including flow sheet development, mass balance, P&ID generation Selection specification and evaluation of system components (pumps, piping, valves, etc) Technical communication, including specifications, report writing and presentations Project Management, including planning and proposals, client liaison and execution of engineering projects Peer review of technical documents Preparation of engineering proposals to address client needs Business development through interactions with clients, attendance at conferences and contacts in the mining industry You need to be qualified to Degre level or higher in a suitable subject (related to Engineering) and have previous engineering and project management experience. You also need to have: Strong interpersonal skills Strong presentation and technical writing skills, especially technical reports Ability to mange own time effectively, develop project plans, and to schedule work to deliver on multiple projects and work packages running together. Attention to detail and a commitment to technical excellence Ability to travel locally and internationally A valid driver s licence Compensation & Benefits In return Paterson & Cooke UK offers a competitive annual salary for the position. In addition to the base salary the position is eligible for annual bonus compensation based on company and individual performance. This role is also eligible to participate in the company s benefits program including Employee Assistance Programme, health and life insurance and company pension scheme. A Career with Paterson & Cooke Paterson & Cooke is an international specialist engineering firm known for high quality work and for exceeding client expectations, often with innovative solutions. Our team enjoy the challenge of living up to this standard daily in a workplace that allows each employee to thrive. In the UK office, we balance a demanding, rewarding workload with consideration for work-life balance. We have a unique work schedule in which we earn every other Friday afternoon off. We enjoy the opportunity for time together outside of work including summer BBQ s, family socials and spur of the moment get togethers. We encourage employees to expand their knowledge through employer supported training courses and on-site experience. With offices spanning five continents and international clientele, P&C provides opportunities for our employees to travel the world. Our size enables us to make a difference in the company and fosters opportunities for career growth and advancement
Bletchley Park Trust Limited
Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
Job Title: Bookings Manager Location: Milton Keynes (MK3 6EB) Salary: 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, permanent About the company: Bletchley Park is a vibrant heritage attraction, open daily to visitors, revealing the secrets and telling fascinating stories of the secret British World War Two codebreaking operations. The mission of the Bletchley Park Trust is to attract, engage and educate people from all over the world in order to inspire them with Bletchley Park's crucial role in World War Two. About the role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bookings Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Head of Operations you will support and lead our team of Visits Coordinators ensuring all general enquires and bookings, including groups, school visits, afternoon tea and tickets for events, are responded to and processed in timely and professional manner, providing an exceptional level of service. You will manage internal booking procedures and work with the wider business to increase revenue through targeted group ticket sales and service excellence. About you: To be successful, you will have experience of managing others, providing leadership, direction, development and support, preferably within an administrative / office environment. You will be able to prioritise and communicate confidently and effectively and share your passion for high standards. This role will require you to have good working knowledge of ticketing and databases. i.e. CRM (customer relationship management) systems and be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products including Microsoft Word and Excel. Please visit our Bletchley Park website see the full Job Description, along with further details around the person requirements and responsibilities for this role. Working Hours: This is a full-time role 37.5 hour per week / 7.5 hours per day, based on site at Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes (MK3 6EB). Benefits: The salary is 30,000 per annum. Our benefits include: 33 days annual leave per year, pro rata for part time, including statutory holidays A complementary entry pass allowance per year A healthcare cash-plan Our company pension and death-in-service schemes Additional Information: No agencies please At Bletchley Park Trust we take your privacy seriously. So that you can fully understand the way we use your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy for Recruitment, which can be found on our website. If this sounds like the Bookings Manager role for you, please click APPLY send your CV and Cover Letter setting out why you are suitable for this role. Closing date for applications is: 12.00 noon, 26 February 2025 Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of, bookings manager, call centre manager, customer service manager, office manager may also be considered for this role.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Bookings Manager Location: Milton Keynes (MK3 6EB) Salary: 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, permanent About the company: Bletchley Park is a vibrant heritage attraction, open daily to visitors, revealing the secrets and telling fascinating stories of the secret British World War Two codebreaking operations. The mission of the Bletchley Park Trust is to attract, engage and educate people from all over the world in order to inspire them with Bletchley Park's crucial role in World War Two. About the role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bookings Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Head of Operations you will support and lead our team of Visits Coordinators ensuring all general enquires and bookings, including groups, school visits, afternoon tea and tickets for events, are responded to and processed in timely and professional manner, providing an exceptional level of service. You will manage internal booking procedures and work with the wider business to increase revenue through targeted group ticket sales and service excellence. About you: To be successful, you will have experience of managing others, providing leadership, direction, development and support, preferably within an administrative / office environment. You will be able to prioritise and communicate confidently and effectively and share your passion for high standards. This role will require you to have good working knowledge of ticketing and databases. i.e. CRM (customer relationship management) systems and be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products including Microsoft Word and Excel. Please visit our Bletchley Park website see the full Job Description, along with further details around the person requirements and responsibilities for this role. Working Hours: This is a full-time role 37.5 hour per week / 7.5 hours per day, based on site at Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes (MK3 6EB). Benefits: The salary is 30,000 per annum. Our benefits include: 33 days annual leave per year, pro rata for part time, including statutory holidays A complementary entry pass allowance per year A healthcare cash-plan Our company pension and death-in-service schemes Additional Information: No agencies please At Bletchley Park Trust we take your privacy seriously. So that you can fully understand the way we use your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy for Recruitment, which can be found on our website. If this sounds like the Bookings Manager role for you, please click APPLY send your CV and Cover Letter setting out why you are suitable for this role. Closing date for applications is: 12.00 noon, 26 February 2025 Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of, bookings manager, call centre manager, customer service manager, office manager may also be considered for this role.
Our client based in North Birmingham are a highly reputable property house near Lichfield looking to recruit an HR Business Partner. As a passionate and experienced HR Business Partner you will work with the Head of People to deliver their exciting people strategy. This role is a true generalist role, implementing strategies to bridge the skills gap in the industry, driving employee engagement, supporting leaders to enhance their teams. Additionally, the role encompasses general people business partnering responsibilities; enhancing the full employee lifecycle, pushing the people agenda to create a culture where everyone can develop and be the best that they can be. This busy and varied role will entail working in a close knit team where you will: Build relationships at all levels, open to challenge and being challenged. Working closely with the Head of People to deliver strategies to address skills gap. Passionate about emerging talent and eager to deliver the early talent programmes, including pastoral care of Apprentices and Graduates. Enhance employee engagement and promote a positive Company culture. Support the growth and development of people and champion continuous learning and development. Collaborate closely with leadership teams to align people strategy with business objectives. Analyse HR metrics and provide insights to drive data-informed decision-making. Provide commercially focused advice and support to managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices. Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures. Applicants will have previous HR Business Partner level experience or be ready to move up from a Senior HR Advisor. You will be a true generalist who is operational, and delivery focused and have solid experience early talent, partnering and strategic delivery. Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunities employer.
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Our client based in North Birmingham are a highly reputable property house near Lichfield looking to recruit an HR Business Partner. As a passionate and experienced HR Business Partner you will work with the Head of People to deliver their exciting people strategy. This role is a true generalist role, implementing strategies to bridge the skills gap in the industry, driving employee engagement, supporting leaders to enhance their teams. Additionally, the role encompasses general people business partnering responsibilities; enhancing the full employee lifecycle, pushing the people agenda to create a culture where everyone can develop and be the best that they can be. This busy and varied role will entail working in a close knit team where you will: Build relationships at all levels, open to challenge and being challenged. Working closely with the Head of People to deliver strategies to address skills gap. Passionate about emerging talent and eager to deliver the early talent programmes, including pastoral care of Apprentices and Graduates. Enhance employee engagement and promote a positive Company culture. Support the growth and development of people and champion continuous learning and development. Collaborate closely with leadership teams to align people strategy with business objectives. Analyse HR metrics and provide insights to drive data-informed decision-making. Provide commercially focused advice and support to managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices. Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures. Applicants will have previous HR Business Partner level experience or be ready to move up from a Senior HR Advisor. You will be a true generalist who is operational, and delivery focused and have solid experience early talent, partnering and strategic delivery. Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunities employer.
