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VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a major company in Northern Ireland with the Recruitment of a Category Manager to join a growing and dynamic company based in Belfast. This position is based in the company's Belfast office. Monday - Friday position. Hybrid working is available (80% in the office / 20% at home) This is a Permanent position. This company has an excellent reputation. Salary Negotiable + other Additional Benefits (Top Company) + Fantastic work benefits and Environment + Holiday Package (25 days leave + Stats) & Progression Opportunities Overview: As a Category Manager, you will oversee and manage multiple categories, driving cost-effective procurement of goods and services while upholding high standards of quality, compliance, and supplier performance. Responsibilities: Partner with stakeholders to understand category needs and ensure effective service delivery. Lead sourcing, tendering, and procurement strategies aligned with business goals and sustainability standards. Build strong supplier relationships, managing performance, contracts, and disputes. Drive cost savings, efficiency, and innovation through strategic sourcing and improvement projects. Monitor markets, assess risks, and implement contingency and sustainability initiatives. Use procurement tools (e.g., Nav, Qliksense) to enable data-driven decisions. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and promote a safe workplace. Support and mentor team members, pursue continuous development, and maintain flexibility for travel and changing business needs. Requirements: Degree-level education in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. Minimum 4 years of proven procurement and negotiation experience in a similar role. Demonstrable success in sourcing, supplier negotiation, and cost-saving initiatives. Experience in managing supplier relationships and contract performance. Track record of working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders. Strong understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain management. Desired criteria : CIPS qualification (MCIPS) or actively working towards it. Experience managing a small team or mentoring junior staff. Familiarity with sustainability reporting standards or carbon reduction frameworks. Project management skills (e.g. Prince2 or Agile methodologies). Advanced Excel or data analysis skills for reporting and insight generation. For more information on this role please reach out to Jack Groves @ VANRATH for more information. Jack was one of the most helpful and communicative professionals I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Thanks to his support, I secured a better role along with a significant pay increase. I would highly recommend Vanrath and their outstanding representatives to anyone exploring new career opportunities. I've been working with Vanrath for just under a year, and I have to say, the team-especially Jack-are exceptional at what they do. Any time I had a question, concern, or issue, they were quick, efficient, and always willing to help. Their dedication truly sets them apart. I highly recommend Vanrath. They responded to my application incredibly quickly, and I had the pleasure of working with Jack, who was truly committed to finding a role that aligned with my long-term career goals. He kept me informed at every stage of the process, ensuring everything went smoothly. I'm now beginning a fantastic new role thanks to Jack's guidance and support. Working with Jack was an outstanding experience. He was highly professional, consistently communicative, and genuinely invested in matching me with the right opportunity. Because of his efforts, I secured an excellent position that perfectly fits my skills and aspirations. I wholeheartedly recommend Jack to anyone searching for roles. Skills: Procurement Category Manager Food Bid Manager Tender Procurement Manager Benefits: Work From Home Additional Benefits & Progression

Join Intact Insurance and make a difference every day. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to take the next progressive step, Intact Insurance Ireland is where you can be yourself, learn and develop, and where your ideas matter. With offices in Belfast, Galway, and Dublin, we've embraced hybrid work, empowering our people to work flexibly and deliver great service to our customers every day. We want you to thrive and grow with us and we'll give you all the tools, flexibility and learning opportunities you need to do it. And, if you bring your best, then we promise to give you, our best. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. Our employee promise represents Intact Insurances commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us. Commercial Underwriter- Belfast Exciting new career opportunity within our Commercial Lines team, this role would be focused on New and Existing Business. This Commercial Underwriter will involve processing underwritten cases within agreed processes and risk appetite, with senior direction & guidance, to achieve business development and retention targets. You will spend most of your time supporting more qualified colleagues and managing customer interactions. You will be desk-based working within a team and with other colleagues responsible for underwriting risks. You will have strong analytical, relationship management and communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Supporting more qualified colleagues in the handling of non-standard cases in line with established standards, procedures and guidance provided Identifying non-standard or complex risks and escalating to more qualified colleagues to ensure they are handled appropriately Actively engaging in the identification, prioritisation, negotiation and winning of profitable renewals in line with agreed business strategies and delegated authorities. Managing customer interactions in an efficient, courteous and timely manner in order to deliver high standards of customer satisfaction Contributing to the production of new and existing policy documentation to ensure they are current and accurate Develop and maintain good internal relationships to support the end-to-end delivery of the customer proposition. Managing customer expectations and delivering the relevant Brand Promise whilst proactively identifying and pursuing up-selling and cross-selling opportunities at the same time as ensuring the Service Promise to meet the defined customer service proposition Feedback from customers and colleagues Compliance with legal, regulatory and policy requirements Personal contribution to team productivity Requirements: Ability to work to tight deadlines with a commitment to delivering quality results Proven effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making capabilities Excellent oral and communication skills Excellent external networks and relations with customers and intermediaries Intact Insurance Ireland DAC and its affiliate companies consider applicants on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally Skills: Commercial underwriting Customer Service Insurance

Fantastic opportunity for an individual to become a Legal Personal Assistant, joining a thriving Legal Professional Services company that is multi-national. This role is based in Belfast City Centre Office - After 1 month in-office, the role moves to Hybrid working (3 days in office and 2 days at home). Permanent - Monday - Friday position. Salary: Fully Negotiable + Fantastic Benefits package & Growth Opportunities Responsibilities: Proactively manage diaries, identifying and resolving scheduling conflicts. Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and accommodation. Support business development activity by coordinating, recording, and tracking BD initiatives and assisting with client relationship development. Draft correspondence for approval and issue communications externally. Produce accurate dictations including emails, documents, file notes, attendance notes, and reports. Organise internal and external meetings and events to ensure optimal use of LAs' time. Complete and submit file opening forms and liaise with the Central Compliance Unit regarding conflict checks, KYC, and AML requirements. Open new files and support LAs with the preparation of engagement and onboarding documentation. Manage client files, including filing, archiving, and off-site storage. Collate and manage financial reports and data from the firm's financial systems. Monitor financial hygiene for the team, including regular circulation of WIP and aged debt reports. Receive, scan, and distribute incoming post via the case management system. Prepare and submit expense claims. Raise, issue, and actively chase client invoices. Ensure timely payment of third-party invoices, including Counsel, Process Servers, and Expert fees. The Ideal Person: Previous Legal PA experience in a similar role working with Partners and a broader team of LAs Specific Northern Ireland litigation experience Patience and strong upward management skills Highly motivated and able to work without supervision to a high standard Excellent and accurate keyboard skills For further information on this vacancy, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence. The service provided was exceptional. VANRATH exceeded all expectations, and I cannot praise them highly enough. From start to finish, my experience with VANRATH was seamless and stress-free. The team were friendly, professional, and incredibly supportive, making the entire process straightforward. I would have no hesitation in working with them again. VANRATH were excellent to work with and maintained regular contact throughout every stage. Their communication and guidance were first class, and I would gladly recommend their services. This was an outstanding recruitment journey. The team offered consistent support and ensured everything progressed smoothly. I am extremely grateful for their help and thrilled with my new role. Working with VANRATH was a very positive experience. They delivered a highly professional and refined service, and I would particularly like to thank Ross, Senior Recruitment Consultant, whose expertise and dedication were instrumental in securing my contract. I would strongly recommend the team. I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Ross Stevenson for his exceptional assistance. His knowledge, commitment, and attention to detail helped me secure an excellent opportunity. Ross remained professional throughout and kept me well informed at every step, making the process clear and easy to follow. The process was managed efficiently from beginning to end, with Joseph providing clear, consistent communication throughout. I would confidently recommend VANRATH to anyone seeking a new opportunity or considering their next career move. = Skills: Personal Assistant Legal Executive Secretary Litigation PA Benefits: Work From Home Excellent Benefits

Secondary ECT Roles September 2026 Start Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position. Are you a driven Secondary ECT ready to begin your teaching career in a school where your development is a genuine priority? Whether youre looking for outstanding mentorship, clear progression pathways, or a school culture that sets you up for long-term success, I can help you secure the right start for September 2026. At Ribbons & Reeves, we specialise in placing ambitious Early Career Teachers into supportive secondary schools across Southeast London that invest heavily in training and progression. With extensive experience supporting ECTs from training year through to permanent contracts, Ive built strong relationships with schools that are committed to developing exceptional teachers from day one. As a Secondary ECT Why Work with Me? Tailored School Matches: I carefully match you with schools that align with your subject specialism, training experience, and long-term goals. Outstanding Mentorship: Secure a role with structured ECT support, experienced mentors, and reduced timetables. Exclusive Opportunities: Gain access to vacancies that are not widely advertised, thanks to established relationships with senior leaders. Inner London Pay Scale: Starting at £40,317, with clear salary progression as you move through your ECT years. Full Support Throughout: From CV preparation to interview coaching and offer negotiation, Ill support you at every stage. I work with both active and passive ECTs, whether youve already started applying or are just beginning to explore your options. xrnqpay If you want to feel confident, supported, and excited about your first teaching post, lets have a conversation about what youre looking for. Apply today, submit your CV to Tyler Adams at Ribbons & Reeves and lets secure the perfect Secondary ECT role for you in Greenwich. Secondary ECT Roles | Greenwich | INDHOT

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a major company in Northern Ireland with the Recruitment of a Category Manager to join a growing and dynamic company based in Belfast. This position is based in the company's Belfast office. Monday - Friday position. Hybrid working is available (80% in the office / 20% at home) This is a Permanent position. This company has an excellent reputation. Salary Negotiable + other Additional Benefits (Top Company) + Fantastic work benefits and Environment + Holiday Package (25 days leave + Stats) & Progression Opportunities Overview: As a Category Manager, you will oversee and manage multiple categories, driving cost-effective procurement of goods and services while upholding high standards of quality, compliance, and supplier performance. Responsibilities: Partner with stakeholders to understand category needs and ensure effective service delivery. Lead sourcing, tendering, and procurement strategies aligned with business goals and sustainability standards. Build strong supplier relationships, managing performance, contracts, and disputes. Drive cost savings, efficiency, and innovation through strategic sourcing and improvement projects. Monitor markets, assess risks, and implement contingency and sustainability initiatives. Use procurement tools (e.g., Nav, Qliksense) to enable data-driven decisions. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and promote a safe workplace. Support and mentor team members, pursue continuous development, and maintain flexibility for travel and changing business needs. Requirements: Degree-level education in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. Minimum 4 years of proven procurement and negotiation experience in a similar role. Demonstrable success in sourcing, supplier negotiation, and cost-saving initiatives. Experience in managing supplier relationships and contract performance. Track record of working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders. Strong understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain management. Desired criteria : CIPS qualification (MCIPS) or actively working towards it. Experience managing a small team or mentoring junior staff. Familiarity with sustainability reporting standards or carbon reduction frameworks. Project management skills (e.g. Prince2 or Agile methodologies). Advanced Excel or data analysis skills for reporting and insight generation. For more information on this role please reach out to Jack Groves @ VANRATH for more information. Jack was one of the most helpful and communicative professionals I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Thanks to his support, I secured a better role along with a significant pay increase. I would highly recommend Vanrath and their outstanding representatives to anyone exploring new career opportunities. I've been working with Vanrath for just under a year, and I have to say, the team-especially Jack-are exceptional at what they do. Any time I had a question, concern, or issue, they were quick, efficient, and always willing to help. Their dedication truly sets them apart. I highly recommend Vanrath. They responded to my application incredibly quickly, and I had the pleasure of working with Jack, who was truly committed to finding a role that aligned with my long-term career goals. He kept me informed at every stage of the process, ensuring everything went smoothly. I'm now beginning a fantastic new role thanks to Jack's guidance and support. Working with Jack was an outstanding experience. He was highly professional, consistently communicative, and genuinely invested in matching me with the right opportunity. Because of his efforts, I secured an excellent position that perfectly fits my skills and aspirations. I wholeheartedly recommend Jack to anyone searching for roles. Skills: Procurement Category Manager Food Bid Manager Tender Procurement Manager Benefits: Work From Home Additional Benefits & Progression

Fantastic opportunity for an individual to become a Legal Personal Assistant, joining a thriving Legal Professional Services company that is multi-national. This role is based in Belfast City Centre Office - After 1 month in-office, the role moves to Hybrid working (3 days in office and 2 days at home). Permanent - Monday - Friday position. Salary: Fully Negotiable + Fantastic Benefits package & Growth Opportunities Responsibilities: Proactively manage diaries, identifying and resolving scheduling conflicts. Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and accommodation. Support business development activity by coordinating, recording, and tracking BD initiatives and assisting with client relationship development. Draft correspondence for approval and issue communications externally. Produce accurate dictations including emails, documents, file notes, attendance notes, and reports. Organise internal and external meetings and events to ensure optimal use of LAs' time. Complete and submit file opening forms and liaise with the Central Compliance Unit regarding conflict checks, KYC, and AML requirements. Open new files and support LAs with the preparation of engagement and onboarding documentation. Manage client files, including filing, archiving, and off-site storage. Collate and manage financial reports and data from the firm's financial systems. Monitor financial hygiene for the team, including regular circulation of WIP and aged debt reports. Receive, scan, and distribute incoming post via the case management system. Prepare and submit expense claims. Raise, issue, and actively chase client invoices. Ensure timely payment of third-party invoices, including Counsel, Process Servers, and Expert fees. The Ideal Person: Previous Legal PA experience in a similar role working with Partners and a broader team of LAs Specific Northern Ireland litigation experience Patience and strong upward management skills Highly motivated and able to work without supervision to a high standard Excellent and accurate keyboard skills For further information on this vacancy, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence. The service provided was exceptional. VANRATH exceeded all expectations, and I cannot praise them highly enough. From start to finish, my experience with VANRATH was seamless and stress-free. The team were friendly, professional, and incredibly supportive, making the entire process straightforward. I would have no hesitation in working with them again. VANRATH were excellent to work with and maintained regular contact throughout every stage. Their communication and guidance were first class, and I would gladly recommend their services. This was an outstanding recruitment journey. The team offered consistent support and ensured everything progressed smoothly. I am extremely grateful for their help and thrilled with my new role. Working with VANRATH was a very positive experience. They delivered a highly professional and refined service, and I would particularly like to thank Ross, Senior Recruitment Consultant, whose expertise and dedication were instrumental in securing my contract. I would strongly recommend the team. I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Ross Stevenson for his exceptional assistance. His knowledge, commitment, and attention to detail helped me secure an excellent opportunity. Ross remained professional throughout and kept me well informed at every step, making the process clear and easy to follow. The process was managed efficiently from beginning to end, with Joseph providing clear, consistent communication throughout. I would confidently recommend VANRATH to anyone seeking a new opportunity or considering their next career move. = Skills: Personal Assistant Legal Executive Secretary Litigation PA Benefits: Work From Home Excellent Benefits

Join Intact Insurance and make a difference every day. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to take the next progressive step, Intact Insurance Ireland is where you can be yourself, learn and develop, and where your ideas matter. With offices in Belfast, Galway, and Dublin, we've embraced hybrid work, empowering our people to work flexibly and deliver great service to our customers every day. We want you to thrive and grow with us and we'll give you all the tools, flexibility and learning opportunities you need to do it. And, if you bring your best, then we promise to give you, our best. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. Our employee promise represents Intact Insurances commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us. Commercial Underwriter- Belfast Exciting new career opportunity within our Commercial Lines team, this role would be focused on New and Existing Business. This Commercial Underwriter will involve processing underwritten cases within agreed processes and risk appetite, with senior direction & guidance, to achieve business development and retention targets. You will spend most of your time supporting more qualified colleagues and managing customer interactions. You will be desk-based working within a team and with other colleagues responsible for underwriting risks. You will have strong analytical, relationship management and communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Supporting more qualified colleagues in the handling of non-standard cases in line with established standards, procedures and guidance provided Identifying non-standard or complex risks and escalating to more qualified colleagues to ensure they are handled appropriately Actively engaging in the identification, prioritisation, negotiation and winning of profitable renewals in line with agreed business strategies and delegated authorities. Managing customer interactions in an efficient, courteous and timely manner in order to deliver high standards of customer satisfaction Contributing to the production of new and existing policy documentation to ensure they are current and accurate Develop and maintain good internal relationships to support the end-to-end delivery of the customer proposition. Managing customer expectations and delivering the relevant Brand Promise whilst proactively identifying and pursuing up-selling and cross-selling opportunities at the same time as ensuring the Service Promise to meet the defined customer service proposition Feedback from customers and colleagues Compliance with legal, regulatory and policy requirements Personal contribution to team productivity Requirements: Ability to work to tight deadlines with a commitment to delivering quality results Proven effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making capabilities Excellent oral and communication skills Excellent external networks and relations with customers and intermediaries Intact Insurance Ireland DAC and its affiliate companies consider applicants on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally Skills: Commercial underwriting Customer Service Insurance

Join Intact Insurance and make a difference every day. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to take the next progressive step, Intact Insurance Ireland is where you can be yourself, learn and develop, and where your ideas matter. With offices inBelfast, Galway, and Dublin, we've embracedhybrid work, empowering our people towork flexibly and deliver great service to our customers every day. We want you to thrive and grow with us and we'll give you all the tools, flexibility and learning opportunities you need to do it. And, if you bring your best, then we promise to give you, our best. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. Our employee promise represents Intact Insurances commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us. Senior Motor Injury & Liability Claims Handler As Senior Motor Injury & Liability Claims Handler the role involves handling standard and non-conventional cases using agreed claims processes to achieve settlement and business objectives. They will spend most of your time managing customer interactions, liaising with suppliers, third parties and their representatives, escalating nonstandard or complex cases, supporting more qualified colleagues, and reviewing policy wordings. Key Responsibilities: Reviewing allocated cases and achieving settlement, within designated personal authority level, in line with established standards, procedures and guidance provided. Handling vehicle damage claims and personal injury claims. Handling standard and non-conventional cases. Identifying non-standard or complex claims and escalating to more qualified colleagues to ensure they are handled appropriately. Managing customer interactions in an efficient, courteous, and timely manner in order to deliver high standards of customer satisfaction. Organising and using approved internal and/or external suppliers to ensure repair, replacement and supply of appropriate goods and services to customers. Undertaking any other duties reasonably required as deemed appropriate within the scope of the role. Requirements: Must have a minimum 2-3 years in injury claims handling experience Have exposure to both personal and commercial vehicles Progression with CII exams Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and claims handling applications Benefits: Competitive Salary Performance Bonus 25 days holiday Life Assurance Critical Illness Cover Pension Scheme Flex Benefits The role will be based in the Belfast office for 3 days a week Intact Insurance Ireland DAC and its affiliate companies consider applicants on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally.

Purchasing Administrator Belfast – BT3 Up to £28,000 per annum 8.45am – 5.00pm We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading I.T. solutions provider in Belfast for a Purchasing Administrator to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and commercially aware individual with strong negotiation skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Role: • Assist in the procurement and management of sourcing strategies from beginning to end, • Support the Commercial Manager and Directors with purchasing recommendations aligned to business goals, • Maintain and develop supplier agreements and service level commitments, • Negotiate effectively with vendors and suppliers to secure best value, • Manage budgeting, inventory control and cost management processes, • Maintain purchasing policies and procedures in collaboration with Support, Sales and Logistics teams, • Liaise closely with the Sales Department to source products for quotations and tenders The Ideal Candidate: • Strong negotiation and bartering skills, • Confident dealing with suppliers and vendors, • Commercially minded with excellent attention to detail, • Strong organisational and communication skills, • Experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain (ideally within I.T. or technical environment)