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Landscape Gardener / GroundworkerRadlett, Hertfordshire3 Month Contract (Potential for extension)£18.00 - £20.00 p/h (Umbrella / PAYE)07:00am - 3:30pm - Monday - Friday (40 hours per week) Are you a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker looking for your next immediately available, long-term days based contract role for a market leading Landscape Gardening Company? Due to a full order book, the client is now looking for a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker to join their experience team on a contract basis, where you will be working alongside one of their senior engineers installing water systems throughout the residential & commercial sectors. This well-established company are an extremely busy Ground Maintenance Contractor and supply services to commercial sites, industrial sites, housing developments and schools etc. This role would suit a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker who is confident in using a variety of different tools and looking for their next immediately available, long term, days based contract for a market leading gardening company. The Role: - Landscape Gardener / Groundworker - Immediately available, days based, long term contract role - 07:00am - 3:30pm - Monday - Friday (40 hours per week) The Candidate: - Looking for a role where you will be working outside throughout the Spring & Summer - Prior experience working as a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker - Must have a valid CSCS card/certificate - Must have a Driving Licence and your own Vehicle Jack Banks - Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd - BBBH273989 To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact [Jack Banks] at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Experienced Project Co‑ordinator supporting the Programme Manager and wider management team in the delivery of a major IT programme. Based in Hatfield (Hybrid 2/3 days per week) Inside IR35 Up to £300 per day To start in July, 6 month contract initially The role combines Agile (Scrum) team support with Waterfall delivery governance, ensuring effective coordination, robust programme documentation, and clear visibility of delivery progress, risks, and dependencies, with a key focus on enabling strong stakeholder engagement, maintaining programme-level plans, and ensuring consistent use of tooling (Jira and Confluence as mandatory platforms). Experience Required 2–4 years’ experience as a Project Co‑ordinator, PMO Analyst, or Agile team support role within IT delivery Experience supporting Programme Managers or senior delivery leads Strong working knowledge of Agile (Scrum/Kanban) methodologies, waterfall delivery and governance frameworks Proven experience maintaining Programme plans, RAID logs, and reporting packs, delivery documentation and artefacts Mandatory experience with Jira and Confluence (configuration, tracking, reporting) Familiarity with Delivery lifecycle (requirements, build, test, release) & Collaboration tools (MS Teams, Miro, Azure DevOps) Programme Manager and programme leadership team across multiple workstreams Work with Scrum teams and traditional project delivery structures Alignment between team-level delivery and programme-level objectives Consistent documentation, reporting, and governance standards Operates in an environment with cross-team dependencies and stakeholder complexity Core Skills & Behaviours Excellent stakeholder management skills – able to engage confidently with delivery teams, SMEs, and senior stakeholders Strong communication and coordination skills across technical and non-technical audiences High attention to detail in documentation, governance, and reporting Proactive with a strong ownership mindset and ability to escalate appropriately Structured thinker with strong planning and organisational capabilty Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working across mixed delivery methodologies Key Responsibilities Programme & Delivery Support Support the Programme Manager and leadership team with: Programme planning and coordination activities Status reporting and governance cadence Maintain and update Programme plans and milestones & RAID logs Ensure alignment between team delivery and programme priorities Agile & Team Support Facilitate or support Sprint ceremonies (stand-ups, planning, reviews, retrospectives) Track backlog delivery and sprint progress using Jira Help identify and remove or escalate delivery blockers Support Product Owners with backlog hygiene and prioritisation tracking Governance & Documentation Own and maintain programme artefacts in Confluence Ensure consistent and high-quality Documentation standards Version control and audit trail Produce and maintain Status reports, dashboards, and summary packs for stakeholders Support governance forums (e.g. steerco, programme reviews) Stakeholder Engagement Act as a key coordination point between, Programme leadership, Delivery teams & Business stakeholders Ensure clear communication of progress, risks, and dependencies Build effective relationships to enable collaboration and remove friction Continuous Improvement Support improvements in, Delivery processes and governance standards, Reporting clarity and consistency Encourage adoption of good Agile and programme practices Drive incremental improvements in delivery predictability and transparency Key Deliverables / Outcomes Accurate and up-to-date programme plans, RAID logs, and reporting Clear and consistent visibility of delivery status and risks High-quality, well-maintained Confluence documentation Effective use of Jira to track progress and delivery performance Strong stakeholder confidence in programme coordination and communication Improved alignment across teams and workstreams Increased delivery predictability and governance maturity Qualifications (Desirable) PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent Agile certification (e.g. PSM ,CSM) Exposure to PMO or programme governance frameworks

• Salary (pro rated): £50,000 - £55,000, • Contract type: 6 month FTC with a view to going permanent, • Working pattern: 3 or 4 days per week, 1 or 2 days in office per week, • Location: Hertfordshire We're partnering with a growing organisation to find an experienced HR Lead who thrives in an empowerment-led environment. This is a varied, high-impact role - a blend of strategic advisory work and hands-on project delivery - with a realistic path to a permanent position for the right person. This business believes in keeping people management close to the ground. Line managers own their teams - hiring, performance, development, day-to-day conversations - and they're proud of that culture. What they need now is a senior HR professional who can strengthen that model: a trusted expert who coaches and upskills managers, ensures consistency and compliance, and steps in at the right moment as an escalation and advisory point. You won't be managing a team, but you will have real influence. The role comes with an initial portfolio of projects to get your teeth into - and if you're the kind of person who uncovers opportunities and makes a role their own, there is every chance the scope grows significantly from there. For the right person, this is a genuine chance to shape what HR looks like in this business for years to come. What you'll be doing • Acting as the go-to HR expert for line managers - providing guidance, coaching, and escalation support rather than doing the day-to-day for them, • Reinforcing and developing a culture where managers feel capable and confident leading their own people conversations, • Delivering a range of strategic HR projects that will have a tangible impact across the business, • Ensuring policies, processes and practices are fit for purpose, legally sound, and consistently applied, • Partnering with senior leadership to provide HR insight that informs business decisions What we're looking for • A seasoned HR professional with a strong generalist background - CIPD Level 5 as a minimum, with Level 7 preferred, • Someone who genuinely believes in empowering managers rather than centralising HR activity, • Proven experience advising and influencing at a senior level, • Comfortable leading projects independently in a fast-moving environment, • A self-starter who sees opportunity, takes initiative, and makes a role their own, • Excellent judgment, communication skills, and the confidence to challenge when needed, • Based within a commutable distance of Hertfordshire - 2 days per week in the office is expected This vacancy is being advertised by SRM Recruitment. To have a confidential conversation about this opportunity or your next career move, please contact Senior Consultant Lizzie Burgess at SRM Recruitment. Our Welwyn Garden City team specialises in placing permanent, temporary and contract professionals across Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing & Creative, Office Support, and Procurement & Supply Chain.

We are an early-stage company developing functional nutrition products for women’s health, focused on improving nutrient bioavailability and unlocking the potential of seaweed (marine algae) and plant-based ingredients. We are now building our first in-house R&D capability and looking for someone to play a key role in developing new products from concept through to early pilot scale, working closely with external partners, analytical labs, and technical experts. Location: Harpenden, Hertfordshire (Rothamsted Research) Type: Full-time (Initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with strong potential to extend) Salary: £45,000–£50,000 FTE, pro rata for contract period Our work combines: · Fermentation · Functional nutrition · Food and beverage product development The Role We are looking for a Product Developer (Fermentation & Functional Ingredients) to take ownership of day-to-day R&D and product development activities. This is a practical, self-directed role in a small team. You will design and run experiments, develop product concepts, and help translate scientific work into commercially viable food and beverage products across a range of formats and applications. This role involves hands-on food product development and formulation, from early experimentation through to practical product applications. You will be the primary technical lead in the lab, working closely with the founder and external collaborators. You will also play a key role in shaping how products and processes are developed as the company grows. This role will suit someone who enjoys working in an early-stage environment and taking ownership from the outset. The initial focus of the role will be on early-stage experimentation and development, with some involvement in small-scale pilot trials. Key Responsibilities · Design and run bench-scale experiments to support product and process development · Work with plant-based materials and fermentation systems · Explore how different approaches influence: • Nutritional characteristics, • Functional performance, • Sensory profile · Translate experimental findings into practical product formats and applications (e.g. powders, beverages, ingredient systems) · Consider end-use performance and consumer outcomes when designing and evaluating experiments · Coordinate external analytical testing and interpret results · Collaborate with external partners, advisors, and facilities · Maintain clear experimental records and support safe lab operations · Support early-stage translation of lab work into small-scale pilot trials, working with external partners where appropriate · Engage with external partners, suppliers, and facilities as development progresses Required Experience · Background in Food Science, Fermentation Science, or a related field · Relevant experience in industry or applied R&D (typically 3–5 years), with hands-on involvement in food or beverage product development, ideally including experience supporting products through pilot or launch stages · Able to design and run experiments independently, including planning, execution, and interpretation Skills and Approach · Hands-on experience with fermentation or related processes · Able to connect process decisions to product outcomes · Practical and adaptable, comfortable working in an early-stage, hands-on environment · Curious, proactive, and able to take ownership · Collaborative, with experience working with external partners or cross-functional teams · Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple experiments and workstreams What This Role Offers · High level of ownership and autonomy in R&D · Opportunity to develop novel functional products for women’s health · Exposure to a wide range of processes and applications · Collaborative environment within a leading research setting at Rothamsted Research · Clear pathway to a permanent role for the right candidate Additional Information Based in Harpenden, Hertfordshire (good access to London and Cambridge) On-site role, with some flexibility depending on work requirements Initial focus will be on early-stage development, with scope to expand into pilot and scale-up activities as the company grows How to Apply APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED VIA LINKEDIN EASY APPLY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. To apply, please complete the application form, and upload a CV and cover letter using the following link: https://forms.gle/Fj5YfdvJQCZMUijt5 In your cover note, please briefly explain how your experience relates to this role, and include a brief example of a product, process, or experiment you have worked on, including your specific role and what you learned (no confidential or proprietary details required). Application deadline: 11am, 25th May 2026.

Landscape Gardener / Groundworker Radlett, Hertfordshire 3 Month Contract (Potential for extension) £18.00 - £20.00 p/h (Umbrella / PAYE) 07:00am - 3:30pm - Monday - Friday (40 hours per week) Are you a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker looking for your next immediately available, long-term days based contract role for a market leading Landscape Gardening Company? Due to a full order book, the client is now looking for a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker to join their experience team on a contract basis, where you will be working alongside one of their senior engineers installing water systems throughout the residential & commercial sectors. This well-established company are an extremely busy Ground Maintenance Contractor and supply services to commercial sites, industrial sites, housing developments and schools etc. This role would suit a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker who is confident in using a variety of different tools and looking for their next immediately available, long term, days based contract for a market leading gardening company. The Role: - Landscape Gardener / Groundworker - Immediately available, days based, long term contract role - 07:00am - 3:30pm - Monday - Friday (40 hours per week) The Candidate: - Looking for a role where you will be working outside throughout the Spring & Summer - Prior experience working as a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker - Must have a valid CSCS c...

Landscape Gardener / Groundworker.Month Contract (Potential for extension).Monday - Friday (40 hours per week).Are you a Landscape Gardener / Groundworker looking for your next immediately available, long-term days based contract role for a market leading Landscape Gardening Company?.Due to a full o

Vacancy: Senior Accounts Payable Assistant East of England | 37.00 hours per week | 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Our client – based in Hertfordshire– are currently looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Assistant to join their central finance function on 12 month Fixed Term Contract. The role is 37.00 hours per week. • Start date: Due to work deadlines, they need someone started by 29th June 2026, • Salary: £28,775.00 per annum Duties will include (but not limited to): • Deputised for the Accounts Payable Manager, overseeing team operations and ensuring continuity during periods of absence, • Supervised and trained Accounts Payable Assistants, providing guidance on procedures, system usage, workloads, and payment deadlines, • Processed invoices, credit notes, journals, supplier payments, and multi-currency payment runs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations, • Reconciled supplier statements and bank transactions, monitored supplier accounts, and resolved stakeholder and supplier queries in a timely manner, • Produced and analysed financial reports, maintained electronic invoice import templates, and monitored intra-group accounts to ensure accurate ledger postings, • Supported system upgrades and process improvements, testing new software, identifying issues, and implementing enhancements to improve efficiency and controls Experience required: • 2/3 years previous experience working in a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable environment ideally within a large organisation, utilising a computerised accounts system and processing invoices across multiple ledgers and currencies Background working in Higher Education is strongly desirable, • Experience of BACS and CHAPS payment processing, • Basic knowledge of double entry bookkeeping and General Ledger journals, • Experience of using online banking portals Rewards and Benefits: • Leave & Flexibility: 25–35 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and extra university closure days over Christmas. Hybrid working and job share options are available., • Health & Wellbeing: A 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme supports mental, financial, and emotional health., • Pension & Finance: Contributory pension schemes are provided., • Professional Development: Access to hundreds of workshops, with up to five days of study leave per year., • Campus Facilities & Discounts: Access to Hertfordshire Sports Village with discounted memberships, onsite childcare, and discounted hairdressing/beauty treatments., • Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay are available., • Additional Perks: Long service awards, free parking, and free entry to campus events, • Any many more! Working hours • 37.00 hours per week, • Monday - Friday, • Hybrid working: Please note you will need to be on site every Tuesday and Wednesday to align with the wider finance team Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! *Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details

The Interim Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid) is a circa 2 month opportunity to cover a vacancy within the HR team of an Industrial/Construction organisation. The role involves addressing employee relations matters and ensuring compliance with HR policies across disciplinaries, grievances, dismissals, absence and performance management. Client Details The company operates in the Industrial/Construction industry and is recognised as a small-sized organisation with a focus on fostering professionalism and adherence to HR best practices. It is committed to maintaining a supportive and efficient workplace environment. Description The Interim Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid) duties will include: Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, including disciplinary and grievance procedures. Ensure HR policies and practices are consistently applied across the organisation. Offer advice to managers on employment law and best practices in the property sector. Support with workplace investigations and documentation of outcomes. Collaborate with HR teams to improve employee satisfaction and engagement. Assist with conflict resolution and mediation processes where necessary. Maintain accurate records of employee relations cases.Profile A successful Interim Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid) should have: Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. Proven experience in handling employee relations cases ideally within a blue collar organisation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality. Capability to provide sound advice and support to management and staff. Previous experience with ACAS and Employment Tribunals will be advantageous. Job Offer The Interim Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid) will receive: Competitive daily rate between £235 and £250 inside ir35 via Umbrella Interim contract for circa 2 months with possible extensions Hybrid working split of 3:2 Free on-site parking Quick start dateIf you are an experienced Employee Relations Specialist looking for a challenging and rewarding role in the Industrial industry, we encourage you to apply today

My client based in Radlett are looking for an Estimating Coordinator to join their busy time. The role would require a practical, organised, and commercially minded person to support my clients estimating team over the next 2-3 months. This flexible, part-time role is ideal for someone with previous project experience who enjoys balancing technical and customer-focused work. Pay & Hours £17.50 per hour 3-4 days per week Immediate start preferred Initial 2-3 month contract Responsibilities Preparing customer quotes and estimates Following up on enquiries and supporting conversion activity Supporting project coordination where required Working with drawings and basic CAD information The ideal candidate will have: A background working on projects Some CAD experience would be advantageous Some sales or customer-facing experience Strong organisation and attention to detail Good communication skills Ability to work independently and manage priorities This role would suit someone who is confident juggling multiple tasks, comfortable working with technical information, and motivated to help projects move efficiently from enquiry through to conversion. This role is an immediate start so please apply straight away. Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing Planned Works - Long Term Partnership Contract • Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 + Package, • Location: Hertfordshire (3 days office / 2 days WFH), • Framework: Major Housing Assocation – Planned Works, • Regions Covered: Essex, Norfolk & Cambridgeshire, • Travel: Approx. 1–2 site/client visits per month We are partnering with one of the UK’s most respected main contractors, a business with a turnover exceeding £700 million and a strong national presence. Over the past 25 years, they have built deep, long‑standing client relationships, resulting in a substantial secured order book and a healthy pipeline of projects nationwide. This opportunity sits within a well‑established business unit delivering refurbishment, remediation, retrofit, and building safety projects across London and the South. Their client base includes local authorities and housing associations, with schemes spanning residential, student accommodation, and wider regeneration programmes. You’ll be joining a business led by a highly experienced senior leadership team with a proven track record of delivering complex, high‑quality projects. The culture is collaborative, stable, and built around long-term frameworks rather than one‑off wins. The Opportunity As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial ownership of a long-term Housing Assocation planned works framework, covering: Kitchens & Bathrooms Roofing Windows & Doors Associated refurbishment and improvement works This is a multi‑year programme with predictable workflow, strong client engagement, and minimal travel requirements. You’ll be primarily based at the Hertfordshire head office with hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days WFH). Key Responsibilities Lead commercial management across planned works projects from procurement to final account Build and maintain strong client relationships across the framework Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, variations, and commercial reporting Deliver accurate forecasting, cost control, and risk management Work closely with operational teams to ensure successful project delivery Support continuous improvement across the framework and wider business unit What You’ll Bring Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within refurbishment, planned works, or social housing Strong commercial acumen and the ability to manage multiple workstreams Excellent communication and client‑facing skills A proactive, solutions‑focused approach Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture Package & Benefits This role offers a strong, well-rounded package designed to support both your professional and personal wellbeing: £5,200 car allowance or company vehicle Travel to site fully covered Private healthcare 5% pension contribution Life cover at 3x salary Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days WFH) Long-term framework stability and clear progression pathways

Job Title: Product Owner - 12-month fixed term contract.

CreateFuture is fast becoming the UK’s most recognisable digital consultancy, with years of experience building digital products and services for major organisations whilst putting our people first.We have offices in the centre of Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, and London as well as remote employee

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We’re seeking a Finance Analyst to help us during our busy summer period, making sure our financial operations run efficiently, assisting with our financial audit, making sure our people are paid, and helping deliver our month-end reporting. Handling our accounts receivable process, sending our mo

We are looking for an enthusiastic Web Designer to work with us on a project in our Brighton studio, this can either be in person or remote, for a 1-month contract.

Contract Type : 12 month fixed term contract.

We’re searching for a new Account Executive to join our client services team, initially on a 12 month contract.

Prepare, reconcile and analyse the monthly management reports; Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet.

Interim Manufacturing Stock Accountant - 6 Months. WIP, variances, month-end support and close collaboration with operations.

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.Office based with regular travel.If you like to have an informal discussion regarding the role please contact.This 12 role offers a meaningful opportunity where your work has real, visible impact every day.You'll join a passionate, values driven team committed to d

BESS Strategic Advisor / Independent Consultant - Renewable Energy - Remote - 6 Month. Provide independent review of supplier proposals, contracts, warranties and performance guarantees. Review and provide independent challenge to the work of delivery contractors, consultants and technology partners

Interim Commercial Contracts Counsel (AdTech) – 3 Month Contract | Remote (UK). MLA is supporting a fast-growing, global AdTech company looking to bring in an Interim Commercial Contracts Counsel for an initial 3-month engagement, with strong potential for extension. You’ll sit within a lean, co

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Job Title: Regional Estates Manager (Contract/6-month Secondment).

Kingfisher in the City of Westminster is looking for a Corporate Communications professional for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

Elysium Healthcare is seeking a Commercial Administrator to aid in commercial pricing processes on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

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Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a candidate for a 4-5 month contract position focused on fleet administration and materials procurement in Lewisham.

Action for Children in Watford is looking for a Treasury and Finance Officer on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

BramahHR Ltd is seeking an experienced HR Advisor for an 8-month fixed-term contract in a busy manufacturing environment.

A great opportunity to join this growing, innovative global retailer on an 18 month contract basis.

This role is a 6 month fixed term contract, 40 hours per week – Working Sunday to Thursday. Job Details Contract Full Time Newton Abbot Posted on 5 June 2026 25000-30000 USD / Year Job Ref: 948/01580 * Salary: £25,000. Salary listed is for the 6‑month term.

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a CCTV Operations Officer in Ivy Chimneys, Essex, for a 3-month contract with the local authority.

RTL Group Ltd, a prominent contractor in the Steel frame and Groundworks sector, is seeking a Site Engineer for a 5-month contract located in Hempstalls, England.

Overview Payments Certification Tester / Project Manager / Analyst – 12 month contract – Hybrid Hampshire/Home (EMV Certification, Certification tester, project manager, process improvement, data analysis, payments tester, card schemes, settlements, disputes, onboarding Responsibilities * Design

Stonehouse Recruitment is seeking a Housing Development Officer for a 6-month contract in Devon.

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A leading global trading and investments platform is seeking a Compliance Manager for an initial 6-month contract.