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Location: Cambridge (CB25) Type: Permanent Hours: 8am - 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am - 4pm Friday, 39 hours (5-days in the office) Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum dependent on experience Job Reference: 35844 Polytec are seeking an experienced Repair Centre Manager to join our client based just north of Cambridge. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations of its Service Centre and ensure that service performance meets agreed customer service levels and business KPI's while maintaining the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This is a hands-on management role involving direct line management of service and repair staff, responsibility for operational processes, and acting as a key customer contact for repair-related services. Occasional travel may be required (valid driving licence and passport essential). Responsibilities • Manage the service and repair team, ensuring output meets internal and contractual service levels * Oversee capacity planning and resource allocation to achieve operational targets * Act as the primary customer-facing contact for repair services, managing service reporting, escalations, and service planning * Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, environmental, security, and quality management standards within the Service Centre * Lead recruitment, objective setting, performance appraisals, and staff development within the team * Monitor and control repair centre costs, including management of stock and financial objectives * Drive continuous improvement across repair and service operations, introducing new processes and systems to enhance performance * Collaborate with engineering and product teams to manage the introduction of new products and updates within the repair function * Liaise across departments to provide reporting and operational support to the wider business * Support commercial and partner discussions relating to repair services, tenders, and contractual arrangements * Coordinate and deliver repair training for internal and partner teams as required Requirements Essential * Relevant electronics qualification (minimum ONC or equivalent) * Proven experience supervising staff within a manufacturing or electronic repair environment * Strong customer-facing skills in a B2B setting, ideally with international exposure * Demonstrated ability to manage team performance and deliver against service level agreements * Experience implementing service workflows within an ERP business system * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data-driven performance tracking * Commercial awareness in managing service costs and pricing Desirable * Degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline * Relevant certifications (e.g. IPC, ITIL, auditor training) * Hands-on background in electronics repair or manufacturing, including fault-finding to component level * Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Apps * Experience delivering customer presentations and fostering a positive team culture * Project management experience Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below

Chef Manager – R&D Brand New Retail Site Opening (End of April) Growing Contract Caterer Full Time | Monday–Friday £40,000 + Paid Overtime North Cambridge (Must be available to start in April) We are launching a brand-new retail site in North Cambridge at the end of April and are looking for a talented, forward-thinking Chef Manager to lead it from day one. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but rapidly growing contract catering business and take full ownership of a fresh, modern café concept. This role is ideal for a chef who understands current street food trends and thrives on keeping menus exciting, relevant, and engaging for both clients and customers. The Role As Chef Manager, you will be the driving force behind this new opening, with full autonomy to shape the food offering and customer experience. Responsibilities include: Creating and developing innovative, seasonal menus inspired by modern street food trends Delivering fresh, high-quality breakfast and lunch, alongside vibrant grab-and-go options Keeping the menu dynamic and engaging to drive repeat business and customer interest Leading, training, and developing your team, including a barista Designing bespoke menus for events and hospitality outside core hours Acting as the face of the café in a client-facing role, building strong relationships Managing financial performance, including cost control and margins Ensuring full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards Overseeing stock control, ordering, and waste management Supporting marketing initiatives to increase footfall and visibility Running the café as your own retail business, with full ownership and autonomy With brand-new kitchen facilities , you'll have the perfect platform to bring your ideas to life and grow alongside the business. What We Offer Monday–Friday working pattern £40,000 salary + paid overtime 25 days holiday + bank holidays from day one The opportunity to build and develop your own retail café concept Be part of an exciting new opening in one of Cambridge's most dynamic developments About You A passionate and experienced chef with a strong background in kitchen management and menu development Up to date with street food and emerging food trends , with the ability to translate them into a successful retail offering Creative, with a flair for keeping menus fresh, exciting, and commercially appealing Confident and personable, comfortable in a client- and customer-facing environment Strong leadership, organisational, and financial management skills Ambitious and motivated to grow within a fast-paced, expanding business Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites TPBN1_UKCT

Products and Services Director – Cambridge OCR Salary: Competitive Location: Cambridge or Coventry – Hybrid (a minimum of 40% of time on site) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Shape the Future of UK Education Are you a strategic product leader ready to drive the future direction of general and vocational qualifications in England as well as the digital, learning and professional development services that support them? This is a rare and high‑impact opportunity to join the Board for Cambridge OCR, guiding one of the UK's most trusted education organisations at a pivotal moment of reform, digital evolution and increasing market competition. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment—a world‑leading assessment organisation and publisher, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role As a senior member of the Board for Cambridge OCR, you will set a bold and credible vision for our products and services and create the conditions for teams across the directorate to thrive. Working in close partnership with colleagues across Sales & Customer Support, Brand & Marketing and Assessment, you will lead the development and implementation of our commercial and product strategy — ensuring competitive advantage, exceptional customer experience and coordinated execution. You will own the long‑term product roadmap across qualifications, teaching and learning support, digital services and professional development. This includes shaping our digital and AI‑enabled innovation agenda and ensuring our portfolio remains high‑quality, evidence‑based and sustainable. This is a large‑scale, strategic leadership role with accountability for end‑to‑end product lifecycle decisions and investment prioritisation across a significant Cambridge portfolio. In this role, you will: * Drive our product and services strategy — shaping a bold long‑term strategy for Cambridge OCR (including the role of technology and AI) and aligning teams behind it. * Lead portfolio direction — guiding the future of GCSEs, A Levels, V Levels and Technical Awards etc to ensure the portfolio remains competitive, relevant and high‑ * Set a vision for our use of technology and AI — working with the Cambridge International Product Director and cross‑Cambridge partners to embed meaningful digital and technology‑enabled innovation across products and services. * Oversee the product lifecycle — making evidence‑based investment decisions, ensuring smart prioritisation, strong return on investment and continuous improvement. * Champion high standards — ensuring that qualifications, services and digital products are robust, sustainable and meet regulatory requirements. * Strengthen functional excellence — improving processes, data quality and operating discipline within the directorate while fostering innovation. * Lead with impact — inspiring and developing leaders, building capability across product functions, and deputising for the Managing Director when required. Additional responsibilities include: * Making product decisions grounded in customer and teacher insight, educational evidence and strong commercial judgement. * Setting KPIs and driving measurable performance improvement. * Building trusted relationships across schools, colleges, regulators, government bodies, higher education and publishing partners. * Role modelling Cambridge values, ethical standards, risk management and regulatory compliance. This position is classified as hybrid, requiring a minimum of 40% on-site collaboration. Flexible working requests will be considered from day one, including adjustments for disability or long‑term health conditions. About You You are a strategic, forward thinking product leader who can operate confidently at Board level and guide Cambridge OCR through reform, transformation and growth. You will bring: * Exceptional leadership – able to set a compelling vision, inspire large teams and lead effectively in a complex, fast-paced environment. * Strong strategic judgement – able to navigate government policy change, market shifts and digital disruption with clarity. * Deep qualifications and assessment expertise – with strong understanding of educational policy, pedagogy and regulatory requirements. * Commercial and financial strength – experienced in full budget accountability, business case development and generating return on investment. * Breadth of product experience – spanning digital, assessment and qualifications, grounded in customer insight and evidence. * Resilience and adaptability – comfortable leading through ambiguity, policy change and evolving market dynamics. * Collaborative influence – able to work effectively across functions, geographies, and senior stakeholder groups, building strong relationships and partnerships. Desirable: * Working in education and/or assessment contexts. * Strong insight into customer behaviour and market dynamics. * Experience leading digital innovation in regulated environments. * A continuous improvement mindset. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: *28 days annual leave plus bank holidays *Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance *Discretionary annual bonus *Group personal pension scheme *Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary *Green travel schemes Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We are collaborating with Signium, our Recruitment Partner, on the appointment of this role. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with the closing date for all applications being Friday 1st May 2026. If you are progressed through the stages, you can expect: * A screening interview with our Recruitment Partner, Signium (from w/c 20th April) * First stage competency-based interview via MS Teams (18th May) * A Hogan Psychometric Assessment * Final stage interview with presentation task: in-person at our offices in Cambridge. (9th June) If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Products and Services Director - Apply now

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor (Asset Management) Location: Cambridge (Hybrid / Regional) Remuneration: £47,000 – £60,000 + Premier Pension & Benefits package including 41 days holiday Leading Commercial Control for a Landmark Estate In a market often driven by the relentless cycle of tendering and dispute, this role offers the chance to move away from a consultancy led project-by-project cycle, into a leading Cost Management function, directly for one of the UK’s most significant operational estates From Grade I listed heritage assets to high-tech laboratories, your expertise will define the contractual and cost methodologies that ensure every pound of operational spend delivers maximum value. This is a position of professional weight, where your ability to design robust financial controls will directly safeguard the commercial integrity of a multi-million-pound portfolio." Operating as the strategic cost lead, you will take full ownership of the financial frameworks providing expert cost management, valuation oversight, and contractual integrity to ensure every pound of operational spend is optimised. Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team within Asset Management, you will lead the commercial oversight of the institution’s long-term maintenance expenditure. Your responsibilities will include: Valuation & Commercial Control: Taking ownership of the financial delivery for major term contracts, ensuring robust measurement, valuation, and cost control across the portfolio. Process Design: Leading the creation and enhancement of bespoke cost management frameworks and reporting methodologies to ensure maximum transparency. Contractual Advisory: Acting as the expert on contract administration (NEC/JCT), providing solutions for complex financial variances or disputes. Strategic Reporting: Translating complex financial data into clear commercial insights to support long-term asset management and investment decisions. This role is specifically designed for a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager (either PQS or Contractor-side) who excels at the "sharp end" of financial control. You will bring a high degree of commercial acumen and a deep understanding of cost planning within the built environment. Whether you are a PQS or Cost Manager looking for a strategic step-up or a Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor seeking a stable, prestigious environment with a market-leading pension, if you possess: A strong professional background in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (MRICS or equivalent preferred). A degree in Cost management, Construction Management or Quantity Surveying Proven experience in cost planning, valuations, and the financial management of term maintenance or M&E contracts. The ability to define and improve commercial processes within a complex, multi-stakeholder setting. Why Apply Through Me? This role is being managed by a specialist with 25 years of experience in senior, off-market Building Consultancy appointments in Cambridge. I provide a discreet, consultative service, offering deep-dive context on the institutional culture and long-term asset strategy that is not available in the public domain. #Cambridge #PQS #Costmanagement # Quantitysurveying #Jobs

Job Title: Site Manager – Substation Project (Renewable Energy - Civils) Location: Cambridge, UK Contract Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead delivery of a major substation construction project within the renewable energy sector in Cambridge. This is a key position overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring safety, quality, and programme performance while coordinating multiple contractors and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage all on-site activities for the substation project, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to specification. Lead site inductions, daily briefings, and toolbox talks to promote a strong safety culture. Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, plant, and materials. Monitor progress against programme and report regularly to the Project Manager. Ensure all works comply with CDM regulations, client standards, and industry best practice. Maintain accurate site documentation, including permits, inspections, RAMS reviews, and progress records. Liaise closely with engineering, commissioning, and environmental teams. Resolve site issues proactively to minimise downtime. Ensure quality control and adherence to technical drawings and specifications. Represent the project during site audits and client visits. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Site Manager on substation, HV, or large-scale infrastructure projects. Background in civil engineering on renewable energy, power transmission, or grid-connect projects. Strong knowledge of HV systems, civils, and electrical installation practices. Demonstrable understanding of HSE legislation and CDM requirements. Excellent communication, leadership, and contractor management skills. Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage quality standards. SMSTS/SSSTS, First Aid, and relevant safety certifications. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to contribute to a major renewable energy infrastructure project. Supportive team environment and opportunities for long-term career progression. The chance to make a positive impact in the UK’s transition to clean energy

Electrical Construction Manager Opportunity – Tier 1 Main Contractor - Cambridge A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to join their team on a major commercial development in Cambridge. This is a flagship project offering the opportunity to play a key role in delivering the electrical package from initial stages through to completion. The Role: As Electrical Construction Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the electrical works on site, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standard. Key responsibilities include: • Installation Oversight – Managing day-to-day electrical works on site, ensuring quality and programme targets are met, • Coordination – Working closely with MEP teams, subcontractors, and site management to ensure seamless integration of services, • Programme Management – Monitoring progress and driving works to meet key project milestones, • Health & Safety – Ensuring all electrical works are carried out in line with current regulations and site safety standards, • Quality Assurance – Overseeing inspections and ensuring works meet required specifications, • Logistics & Planning – Coordinating labour, materials, and site activities efficiently, • Commissioning Support – Assisting with testing, commissioning, and system validation, • Handover – Supporting the smooth completion and client handover of the electrical package The Candidate: • Proven experience as an Electrical Construction Manager or Senior Electrical Supervisor on large-scale commercial projects, • Strong electrical background with relevant qualifications, • Experience delivering projects on site from installation through to commissioning and handover, • Excellent organisational and leadership skills, • Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or major MEP subcontractors preferred The Opportunity • Work on a high-profile commercial project in Cambridge, • Join a market-leading Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of work, • Be part of a well-structured, forward-thinking project team Package This client is offering one of the most competitive salary and package offerings in the region, designed to attract top-tier talent. If you're an experienced Electrical Construction Manager looking to work on a major project with a leading contractor, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion

MEP Project Manager Opportunity – Tier 1 Main Contractor - Cambridge We are working with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to join their team on a major commercial development in Cambridge. This is a flagship project offering the opportunity to take full ownership of the MEP function from inception through to completion. This role is suited to candidates with either a mechanical or electrical bias, provided you have a strong track record of delivering large-scale projects end-to-end. The Role: As MEP Project Manager, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of MEP delivery, including: • Design Management – Coordination and review of MEP design to ensure buildability and compliance, • Procurement – Managing subcontractor packages and supply chain engagement, • Installation Oversight – Ensuring quality delivery in line with programme, • Logistics & Planning – Coordinating site activities and sequencing of works, • Compliance – Maintaining adherence to all regulatory and safety standards, • Commissioning – Leading testing, validation, and system sign-off, • Handover – Driving a smooth project close-out and client handover The Candidate: • Proven experience as an MEP Project Manager on large-scale commercial projects, • Background in either Mechanical or Electrical disciplines, • Demonstrated ability to deliver projects from pre-construction through to handover, • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, • Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or major subcontractors preferred The Opportunity • Work on a high-profile commercial project in Cambridge, • Join a market-leading Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of work, • Be part of a well-structured, forward-thinking project team Package: This client is offering one of the most competitive salary and package offerings in the region, designed to attract top-tier talent. If you're an experienced MEP professional looking to take ownership of a major project with a leading contractor, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion

Medical Devices Project Leader - Cambridge We are seeking a dynamic and driven Project Leader to join our innovative medical devices team based in Cambridge. This is a unique opportunity to lead cutting-edge development projects that directly impact patient care and improve lives. You'll be at the heart of a multidisciplinary environment, guiding cross-functional teams through the full product lifecycle-from concept to commercialisation. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in project leadership within the medical technology or life sciences sector, with a strong grasp of regulatory pathways and product development processes. You'll be comfortable navigating complex technical challenges, managing timelines and budgets, and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels. A strong academic foundation is essential. We're looking for someone with a degree in a discipline that naturally leads into medical device design-mechanical engineering, electronics engineering, biomedical engineering, or a closely related field. Your technical background will allow you to engage meaningfully with design teams and contribute to the development of robust, compliant, and innovative solutions. Mentorship is a key part of this role. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering growth, and you'll be expected to support and guide junior members of staff, helping them develop both technically and professionally. Your ability to lead by example and share knowledge will be instrumental in building a high-performing, collaborative team culture. What sets you apart is not just your professional expertise, but your mindset. We value individuals who approach problems with curiosity and creativity. If you have a technical hobby-whether it's tinkering with electronics, building software, or engineering side projects-that demonstrates your passion for problem solving, we see that as a distinct advantage. In return, you'll be rewarded with an excellent starting salary, a comprehensive pension scheme, performance-related bonuses, and access to ongoing career development and skills training. This is a role where your growth is taken seriously, and your contributions are genuinely valued. For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on (phone number removed). Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information

Site Manager / Defects Manager Location: Cambridge Duration: 4–5 Weeks Start date: 04.05.2026 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager / Defects Manager to support a completed residential development, focusing on post-handover works and defect resolution. The project was completed approximately 12 months ago, and this role will involve identifying, recording, and coordinating the rectification of outstanding defects across the scheme. Key Responsibilities • Carry out detailed defect inspections across occupied units and external areas, • Record, track and manage defects through to completion, • Coordinate subcontractors to ensure timely and efficient remedial works, • Issue and manage permits to work, including roof access, • Oversee works relating to roads, external areas and permitted works, • Supervise roof maintenance and defect rectification, • Liaise with site teams, subcontractors and stakeholders to close out defects Requirements • Proven experience in a Defects Manager, Aftercare or Snagging role, • Strong background in residential construction (essential), • Experience working on post-completion or occupied developments, • Ability to manage subcontractors and prioritise remedial works, • Strong attention to detail and quality standards, • SMSTS or SSSTS, • CSCS Card What’s on Offer • Immediate start, • 4–5 week contract, • Competitive day rate, • Opportunity to support a completed residential development Application If you have relevant defects or aftercare experience and are available immediately, please apply with your CV or contact details

Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager required to join a global engineering manufacturer. The successful Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager shall work fully remote, covering the South East UK. You’ll be responsible for managing key accounts, developing new business, and delivering sales for compressed air products and solutions including compressors, nitrogen generators, blowers, dryers, filtration and related systems. Full product training provided. The Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager will ideally have proven sales experience in compressed air or transferable sectors such as pumps, valves, hydraulics, pneumatics, medical gas, hydrogen, plant equipment, MRO, rotating equipment, machinery, capital equipment, or industrial systems. Compressor Service Engineers looking for progression in to sales are encouraged to also apply. Package £50,000–£60,000 depending on experience High bonus scheme Company car 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Phone, laptop and additional benefitsArea Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager Role Manage key accounts and drive new business for compressors, nitrogen generators, blowers, dryers, air filtration and related equipment across the South East UK. Deliver strong personal sales performance, generating £1M+ in annual compressed air sales. Oversee technical sales, account management and project delivery from specification to installation for compressed air systems. Liaise with various engineering departments to ensure smooth project execution. Attend exhibitions, conduct compressed air product demonstrations and represent the brand to OEMs, end users and distributors. Predominantly End users. Fully remote role with travel across the South East UK. Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager Requirements Experienced Sales Manager / Area Sales Manager / Business Development Manager / Sales Engineer or similar from a mechanical or capital equipment background. Proven track record of delivering £1M+ annual sales in compressed air or a relatable field. Leadership ability to guide and support internal sales team when required. Experience in compressed air or transferable sectors such as pumps, valves, hydraulics, pneumatics, medical gas, hydrogen, plant equipment, MRO, rotating equipment, machinery, capital equipment, or industrial systems. Compressor Service Engineers looking for progression in to sales are encouraged to also apply. Technical qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or Degree) advantageous Full clean driving licence and South East based with flexibility for regional travel

You're ready to take on a role where the quality of your team's delivery shapes the experience of every customer we work with. As our Head of Service Delivery / Commercial Operations Manager / Head of Customer Experience, you'll lead a growing function responsible for the full life cycle of customer jobs - from scheduling, coordination and communication through to reporting, certifications and invoicing. You'll bring structure, clarity and accountability to a fast moving, purpose driven business. BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 BENEFITS: · Discretionary bonus (annual and circa 5%) · Full travel expenses · 4% Pension · 23.5 Holidays + Birthday · Healthcare inc family LOCATION: Bury St Edmunds COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Cambridge, Newmarket, Thetford, Ipswich, Norwich, Why read on? · A mission that feels meaningful (sustainability) · A business growing fast enough to create opportunity, not so fast that it's chaos · The chance to build a function your way, with support when you need it JOB DESCRIPTION : Head of Service Delivery, Commercial Operations Manager, Head of Customer Experience - Manufacturing, Sustainability This isn't just about maintaining service - it's about raising the bar across the entire lifecycle of customer work. Building on solid foundations and step into a role with genuine influence. Service delivery sits at the heart of our business, linking engineering, transport, logistics, sales, finance and the customer. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, ensuring operational excellence is matched with clear communication and a customerfirst mindset. You'll have the autonomy to create processes that scale and the opportunity to shape a function that will grow significantly as we continue to expand. KEY RESPONSBILITIES: Head of Service Delivery, Commercial Operations Manager, Head of Customer Experience - Manufacturing, Sustainability Working closely with the Group Operations Director, you will: · Lead the Service Delivery function, setting the tone for quality, ownership and continuous improvement. · Raise the bar, creating consistent, high quality service delivery across all service lines. · Drive improvement by embedding scalable processes, KPIs and SLAs to support strong, predictable performance. · Shape and grow a team developing people, growing capability and defining what excellent service looks like. · Make an impact helping customers achieve sustainability outcomes while improving their end-of-life technology processes. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Head of Service Delivery, Commercial Operations Manager, Head of Customer Experience - Manufacturing, Sustainability You'll be joining at a pivotal moment. Growth is accelerating, and you'll help shape how we scale effectively. To be successful, you'll demonstrate: · A proven track record in creating and implementing customer journey process and procedures (most likely within a production/manufacturing environment). · Strong service delivery or customer service leadership background. · Experience leading, developing and managing teams. · Direct experience of structured project management (Prince2 or similar). · Strong Excel skills (V Lookup, pivot tables etc) Behaviours : · A "one team" mentality with a positive mindset and a cando attitude. · Selfaware, open to personal development and coaching others. · Approachable, supportive leadership style with strong sense of discipline and accountability. THE COMPANY: Involved and centre at the forefront of the recycling and sustainability world, we are a multi-site business (2 locations) which has gone from strength to strength, our customers include major household names from iconic financial institutions, telecomms to the MOD. We are a dedicated passionate team of c100 focused staff who consistently deliver to our clients' high expectations. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18437, Wallace Hind Selection

Job Title: Editorial Assistant (Data, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences Books) Salary: £26,600 - £32,600 per annum Location: Cambridge, UK – Hybrid. (at least 2 days per week in the office) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time (35 hours per week) Join our Books team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment and play a key role in supporting the publication of world‑class academic titles in Data, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. As an Editorial Assistant, you'll contribute to the development of high‑quality educational resources used by students and researchers around the world, while gaining hands‑on experience and building valuable skills in academic publishing. At Cambridge, we support colleagues to develop their potential, collaborate with others, and make a meaningful impact through their work. About the role The Editorial Assistant provides essential administrative and project support to a team of Commissioning Editors and Publishers working across mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science and engineering. The role supports all stages of the academic book publishing process, from initial proposal through to publication, helping ensure projects progress accurately and on schedule. Working closely with internal teams and external authors, the Editorial Assistant contributes to the delivery of high‑quality academic books used by students and researchers worldwide. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in academic publishing and develop valuable editorial and organisational skills. Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include: * Supporting the peer review of new book proposals and maintaining accurate editorial records * Assisting with the preparation and administration of author and contributor contracts * Acting as a point of contact for authors, responding to queries and supporting effective communication * Supporting the management of book projects, including preparation of manuscripts for handover to production * Maintaining accurate administrative, financial and project data across editorial systems * Providing wider administrative support to Commissioning Editors and contributing to team objectives This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition. About You To succeed in this role, you will bring strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset, and the confidence to manage a varied administrative workload. Essential criteria * Demonstrable organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and support a wider team * Ability to work independently, showing initiative and a proactive approach to tasks * High level of attention to detail, with confidence handling basic numerical and financial information If you meet the essential criteria, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be strengthened if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria: * Degree (or equivalent qualification or experience) in a quantitative subject * Previous experience working in a publishing or editorial environment For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Please note, Cambridge University Press & Assessment is unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker Visa route as it does not meet the minimum skill requirements. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: * 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance * Discretionary annual bonus * Group personal pension scheme * Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary * Green travel schemes Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 19 April 2026. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place week commencing 27 April 2026 and week commencing 11 May 2026. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect: * First stage virtual interview via MS Teams. * Final stage interview conducted either virtually via MS Teams or in person at our Cambridge offices. You will be provided with a brief for a short role‑related task in advance, which will be discussed during the interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities

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Due to a very busy order book and our planned growth over the coming years we require a Multi Trader with a plastering/rendering background to join our site team(s) covering work in London and the Home Counties.

Business Development Manager – FSI (Technology & Consulting Sales).Intellias is a global‑based, European‑founded software development company and engineering locations in Portugal, Colombia, India, Spain, Croatia, Germany, Bulgaria, Poland, and Ukraine.Traditionally, Intellias has been particu

Lead Auditor - Construction Background.

We're an accounting-tech startup building automation and AI to eliminate the tedious manual spreadsheet-based work that haunts in-house finance teams every single month.We serve the mid-market end of SMB: in-house finance teams of 2–10 people.Our mission is to mend month end and enable real-time a

It will suit an EA who comes from a finance background and has senior experience.

Network Services Senior Specialist (Consulting background). Consulting background in a multinational environment.

As the domain expert for Banking and Insurance (FSI) within Databricks UK&I, you will work in coordination with the Industry Leads to set the vision, build executive relationships with customers and partners, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams across Databricks in UK&I.You must be passion

Nanny with a teaching background, London & Abu Dhabi. Job openings: Nanny with a teaching background, London & Abu Dhabi. Our clients based in Abu Dhabi are looking for a nanny with a teaching background to help care for their 4 children between the ages of 5-14 (main responsibility for the youngest

Construction Partner - Contentious or Non-Contentious Background.

Project Manager (joinery / carpentry background ).

Investment Associate (Restructuring Background). You must have a commercial outlook and a genuine interest in investing and business turnaround, coupled with a background in financial analysis that allows you to identify problems quickly and make sound, informed decisions as part of an investment te

You will be the domain expert for Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods (RCG) within Databricks UK and Ireland, working in coordination with the Industry Leads within Databricks.In this role, you will set the vision, build executive relationships with customers and partners, and work with a cross‑fun

ERP Finance Project Manager required ideally from an accountancy background with a functional ERP systems background.

Trainee Financial Advisor – Mortgage background required.

We are looking for a Client Solutions AVP with strong project management experience and deep accounting expertise to lead the Client Solutions team in onboarding new clients as well as servicing existing clients.In this role, you will oversee the overall client onboarding process, lead enterprise im

Process, document, and store related materials for submission with background investigation.

Quantity Surveyor (Civils Background) – Northern Ireland – Full-Time, Permanent. Please include "Quantity Surveyor (Civils Background)" in the subject line.

Reporting to: Director of Performance.Somerce is a TikTok Shop specialist agency focused on driving GMV growth for brands.We work with some of the fastest-growing beauty, fashion, lifestyle and FMCG brands in the UK, US and EU, managing everything from live commerce and affiliates to paid media and

Lead Auditor - Construction Background.

Location: London/ Edinburgh (Hybrid).We are seeking an experienced and highly technical.Azure cloud services, Kubernetes, Terraform, API security, and distributed systems with the ability to guide, review, and contribute to.NET Core API development practices.The architect will define and maintain th

The role requires experience from a Big 4 accounting firm, with strong analytical skills and a background in accounting or finance.

Due to the nature of this role’s objectives, our client is looking for candidates who have come up the sales route rather than being from a production background. Job Title: General Manager – Sales Background.

Credit Analyst (Financials)- Asset Manager or Rating Agency Background. Rating agency background preferred.

Maintenance Engineer: Electrical background. Job Title: Maintenance Engineer: Electrical background. We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer with an electrical background for a polythene bag manufacturer that produces a wide range of polythene film and bags.

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced assessor with a medical or nursing background to evaluate learners against the T Level Health requirements.

Production Operator – Paper Bag or Flexo Print background. Job Title: Production Operator – Paper Bag or Flexo Print background. They will consider candidates both with Paper Bag Machinery experience, and those from a Flexo Print background – Narrow or Wide Web – who are willing to be traine

Medpace is currently seeking candidates with a.Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery.Associate Clinical Trial Manager (aCTM) to join our.Clinical Trial Management team.The aCTM will be a part of the Clinical Trial Management team working with Project Coordinators and Clinical Trial Managers in p

This role will suit an administrator who comes from a Financial services background.

Aerospace/Defence - CNC Background Considered).

We are looking for a Client Solutions AVP with strong project management experience and deep accounting expertise to lead the Client Solutions team in onboarding new clients as well as servicing existing clients.In this role, you will oversee the overall client onboarding process, lead enterprise im

Trainee Financial Advisor – Mortgage background required.