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Job Description: 📍 Castle Cary 💷 £39,600-45,400 dependent on experience 🎁 + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits 🕒 Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm 🌟 Why Join Us? We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best-in-class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way. 💼 The Role This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic team at our Mars Petcare factory. The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities. Leveraging SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles, the role ensures optimal equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborating closely with operations, maintenance teams, and supply chains to manage work orders, materials, and resources efficiently, driving operational excellence and safety compliance. ⭐ What's in it for you? • Competitive salary £39,600- £45,400 dependent on experience, • Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University, • Private healthcare + equal parental leave, • Generous pension (up to 9% contribution), • Life assurance (4x salary), • EV salary sacrifice scheme, • Gym membership & wellbeing support, • Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service, • Free perks on site: Parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop ✅ What We're Looking For • Knowledge of Manufacturing Equipment and Processes -Understanding of manufacturing machinery, production workflows, and maintenance requirements to tailor maintenance strategies that enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency., • Proficiency in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) Module - Strong hands-on experience with SAP PM for managing preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance tasks, work orders, equipment master data, and maintenance scheduling., • In-depth Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Principles - Practical understanding of TPM pillars such as autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, focused improvement, and quality maintenance, with experience applying these in a manufacturing or FMCG environment., • Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Expertise - Ability to develop, optimize, and execute maintenance plans and schedules within SAP, ensuring alignment with TPM goals to maximize equipment uptime and reliability., • Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement Skills - Experience analyzing maintenance data and KPIs from SAP to identify equipment performance issues, support root cause analysis, and drive TPM-focused continuous improvement initiatives., • Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication - Proven ability to work effectively with operations, maintenance teams, stores, and management to coordinate TPM activities, ensure resource availability, and promote a culture of proactive maintenance and safety. 🔧 Key Responsibilities • Plan and Schedule Maintenance Activities - Develop, manage, and optimize preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance schedules using SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) to ensure maximum equipment uptime and reliability., • Implement and Support TPM Initiatives -Apply Total Productive Maintenance principles by coordinating autonomous maintenance, focused improvement, and quality maintenance activities, fostering a culture of proactive equipment care., • Manage Material Reservations and Parts Booking - Accurately book and reserve required spare parts and materials in SAP to support scheduled maintenance activities, ensuring availability and minimizing downtime., • Conduct Regular Audits of Inventory and Parts Usage - Perform periodic audits of parts and materials usage within SAP to verify inventory accuracy, identify discrepancies, and support efficient stock management and cost control., • Manage Work Orders and Maintenance Documentation -Create, review, and monitor maintenance work orders and job plans in SAP, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely execution aligned with operational priorities., • Analyze Maintenance Data and Drive Continuous Improvement -Utilize SAP-generated reports and KPIs to identify equipment performance issues, support root cause analysis, and recommend improvements to maintenance strategies and processes. 🌍 What You Can Expect from Mars • Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles, • Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow", • Access world-class training & development from day one, • Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package

Position – Senior Commercial Renewals Account Executive Location – Orpington Kent Salary – Negotiable plus benefits Overview We are currently looking for a Senior Commercial Renewals Account Executive to join our professional and welcoming team in Orpington. Brown & Brown in Orpington offer high quality, specialist insurance products to Personal and Commercial clients throughout the UK. We have sustained one of the highest customer satisfaction and retention rates within the industry by focusing on the precise needs of our clients. The position of Commercial Renewals Account Executive will suit someone with a Broker / Insurer background with a wide range of Commercial product knowledge and experience and a proven track record of achieving targets and managing existing book of clients. Working alongside like minded and experienced insurance brokers this is a long term opportunity with a ‘forever company’ that will provide career progression and security. Day to day • Converting renewal business in line with or in excess of company targets, • Preparing market presentations for renewal reports Liaising with insurers and clients pre and post sale of renewals, • Checking covers, warranties, endorsements to ensure that they are correct and in line with quotations provided, • Mid term adjustments, • Incoming and outbound call handling, • Corresponding and communicating with clients and insurance companies, • Cross selling other products, • Maintaining day to day compliance procedures for FCA regulation Effectively managing individual diary, • Managing personal work workflow effectively and efficiently, • Maintaining a complete and comprehensive training record Sharing ideas or suggestions for business improvement with management, • Advising manager of any backlog in work in a timely manner, • Advising manager of any debt recovery problems or contentious issues in a timely manner What’s on offer • Negotiable Salary, • Comprehensive benefits package (pension etc), • Performance Bonus, • Professional Qualifications such as CII, • 9am to 5pm Mon-Friday Your Experience • Minimum 3 years Commercial Insurance broking experience is essential, • Strong negotiation skills, • Effective communication, both written and verbal, • Ability to work alone and as part of a team, • High attention to detail, • Form and develop strong insurer and client relationships, • Time management and organisational skills, • Customer service

About Us We are a fast-growing furniture rental start-up specialising in staging prime properties for both the sales and high-end rental markets. Our curated approach enhances property appeal, accelerates transactions, and adds value for vendors, landlords, and agents alike. Following recent success, we’re expanding our Business Development team. The Role We’re looking for a Business Development Consultant to support our continued growth in the prime property market. Working closely with the Senior Business Development Manager, you’ll help identify new opportunities, qualify leads, and secure meetings with estate agents, developers, and relocation professionals. You’ll be the first point of contact for new prospects — opening doors, starting conversations, and helping us build relationships that convert into long-term partnerships. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in sales within the property or interiors industry, while being part of a collaborative, design-led team. Key Responsibilities • Research and identify new business opportunities in the prime property market., • Conduct outreach via email, phone, and social media to generate and qualify leads., • Book meetings and introductions for the Senior Business Development Manager and wider team., • Support the Senior Business Development Manager in outreach to larger accounts and referral partners., • Maintain accurate records of leads, contacts, and outreach activity in the CRM., • Represent the brand professionally in all client interactions and at industry events., • Provide regular updates on pipeline progress and lead performance. Who We’re Looking For • Experience in sales, business development, or a client-facing role., • Experience in property, interiors, luxury services, or premium B2B environments is a plus., • Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills., • Highly organised with excellent CRM discipline., • Proactive, enthusiastic, and motivated to learn and grow., • Enjoys outreach, initiating conversations, and uncovering new opportunities., • Thrives in a fast-paced, design-led, collaborative culture. Why Join Homebound • Be part of a growing, design-led company that’s reshaping property staging in the luxury market., • Work in a supportive, collaborative team environment., • Develop your career through hands-on sales experience and mentorship from senior leaders., • Competitive base salary plus commission and growth opportunities.

Inbound Sales & Booking Coordinator House of Willow Alexander – Sidcup - Full time office role Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 House of Willow Alexander is one of the UK’s most distinctive home & garden service institutions — blending craft, design, and exceptional service under one brand. We operate premium garden maintenance, cleaning, window cleaning and design services across London, and we are now looking for a confident, fast-moving Inbound Sales & Booking Coordinator to join our operations hub. This role is all about impact. Every call you answer directly fills the diary. Every conversion you secure turns into revenue. Every conversation shapes the customer’s first experience of the House. If you thrive on the phone, love helping customers quickly and clearly, and enjoy the satisfaction of landing bookings there and then, this is the role for you. The Role You will be the first point of contact for customers calling to book services. This is a sales-first role with a strong customer service heart. You’ll take inbound calls, explain our services, provide pricing, take prepayment, and secure bookings on the spot using our booking platform. You will work closely with our Service Desk & Booking Operations Manager to ensure the diary is efficiently filled each day, and that every booking is accurate, clear, and ready for our field teams. What You’ll Do • Answer all inbound calls promptly and warmly, • Convert enquiries into prepaid bookings in real time, • Provide clear pricing and service information, • Enter accurate job details into our booking platform, • Send payment links or take payments over the phone, • Follow up with customers via WhatsApp, SMS, or email, • Respond quickly to Checkatrade enquiries for maximum conversion, • Support customers with availability, rescheduling or basic service questions, • Work with the Operations team to help optimise daily capacity, • Report daily booking numbers, conversions and revenue secured What You Bring • Experience in an inbound sales role, contact centre, or service booking function, • Strong phone communication skills — warm, clear and confident, • Natural ability to convert enquiries into sales, • Fast and accurate with data entry, • Ability to stay calm and friendly in a fast-paced environment, • Good judgement when communicating pricing, availability and expectations, • Comfortable using booking or CRM systems (full training provided), • A proactive mindset — you like getting things done Why Join the House You’ll be part of a growing, design-led service organisation with a strong brand identity and big ambition. This is a chance to join our operational core at a moment of expansion and help shape the customer experience for thousands of homes across London. You will work closely with our Service Desk lead and our Operations Director, giving you real impact, ownership and the chance to grow with the business as we scale. Salary & Benefits £28,000 – £34,000 depending on experience • Beautiful brand culture, • Genuine progression opportunities as we grow the House

Mechanical Contracts Manager / Senior Mechanical Project Manager – Building Services Contractor Location: South London / Surrey Salary: £70k - £80k + Package My client is a well-established building services contractor based in South London, with over 40 years of experience delivering high-end projects across London and the surrounding areas. Their portfolio includes commercial developments up to £10m (M&E), as well as notable projects within the Healthcare and Education sectors. Following a period of significant growth with turnover doubling in the past few years they are now looking for an experienced Mechanical Contracts Manager to support project delivery and maintain their reputation for quality and reliability. You’ll be responsible for managing multiple mechanical projects from successful tender through to handover, ensuring technical excellence, financial control, and client satisfaction. The role will be based either at their South London office, or initially on site at a North-West Surrey project. We’re looking for: • Proven experience as a Mechanical Contracts Manager or Mechanical Project Manager in building services contracting, • Strong commercial and technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and public health systems, • Track record delivering projects across commercial or public sector environments, • Excellent communication, client-facing, and leadership skills What’s on offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Opportunity to join a long-established, reputable contractor with a strong order book, • Career progression within a growing, forward-thinking business

Senior Commercial Insurance Opportunities – Account Handler & Renewals Executive Location: Orpington, Kent (Hybrid – 3 days in office) Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced insurance professional looking to take the next step in your commercial career? We’re working with a well-established brokerage in Orpington that’s growing its commercial division and has two fantastic opportunities available: • Senior Commercial Account Handler – focused on servicing and supporting key commercial clients., • Senior Commercial Renewals Account Executive – overseeing renewals and retention across a varied commercial portfolio. Both positions offer excellent long-term career development, hybrid working, and the chance to join a highly respected business that values professionalism, collaboration, and client satisfaction. About the Roles Senior Commercial Account Handler • Support Account Executives with day-to-day client servicing, renewals, and mid-term adjustments., • Negotiate renewal and new business terms with insurers to secure the best outcomes., • Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with FCA standards., • Attend client meetings, assist with account management, and maintain strong client relationships., • Mentor and support junior team members to uphold high service standards. Senior Commercial Renewals Account Executive • Manage a book of commercial clients, handling all aspects of the renewal process., • Liaise with insurers and clients to negotiate and secure competitive renewal terms., • Prepare renewal reports and ensure policy accuracy and compliance., • Identify opportunities for cross-selling, upselling, and improving client retention., • Provide exceptional client service while maintaining operational efficiency. What We’re Looking For Previous insurance experience is essential – ideally within commercial broking or underwriting. • Strong knowledge of commercial insurance products (Property Owners, Combined, Liability, SME Package, CAR)., • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills., • High attention to detail with strong organisational and time management skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team., • Proactive, professional, and customer-focused approach. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary up to £40,000 (DOE), • Annual performance bonus, • Hybrid working – typically 3 days in office post-training, • Comprehensive benefits package (pension, holiday, employee discounts), • Support with professional qualifications (CII), • Genuine career progression and job stability If you have proven commercial insurance experience and are ready to join a business that offers both challenge and career growth, we’d love to hear from you.

GENERAL MANAGER // UP THE CREEK COMEDY CLUB // GREENWICH, SOUTH EAST LONDON Location: Up the Creek Comedy Club, Greenwich, London Reports to: Owner / Directors Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Full-time, permanent (evening and weekend work required) About Up the Creek Comedy Club: Founded in the early 1990s, Up the Creek is one of London’s most iconic comedy venues, renowned for launching and hosting some of the UK’s finest stand-up talent. Located in the heart of Greenwich, the club has built a loyal following for its vibrant atmosphere, exceptional live shows, and commitment to top-tier entertainment. We’re now looking for a dynamic, commercially minded, and people-focused General Manager to lead the next chapter of this legendary venue. Role Overview As General Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operations and commercial performance of the venue. You’ll oversee all aspects of the business — from live event oversight and bar operations to marketing, staffing, and financial management. This role requires someone equally comfortable on the floor with customers and staff as they are analysing P&Ls or developing growth strategies. Key Responsibilities Staff Leadership and HR: Leading, motivating, recruiting, training, and managing all staff (including bar staff, hosts, and department managers). This involves creating schedules/rotas, conducting performance reviews, and handling all personnel matters in compliance with employment law. Event Coordination and Talent Liaison: Coordinating live shows and events, liaising with visiting acts, promoters, and booking agents to manage performance requirements and keep the schedule fresh. They also ensure technical (AV) needs are met. Customer Service: Ensuring exceptional customer service standards and creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests and performers. This includes handling customer feedback and resolving complaints professionally. Compliance: Ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, including alcohol licensing laws, health and safety regulations, and food hygiene standards. Marketing and Promotions: Overseeing marketing efforts, collaborating on digital assets and social media campaigns, and building relationships with local community groups and tourism partners to drive attendance. Building Maintenance: Managing the upkeep, repair, and maintenance of the building, seating, and equipment. Operations & Venue Management • Oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth running of all shows, bar, and event services., • Maintain excellent standards of safety, cleanliness, and compliance with licensing laws., • Liaise with Bookings Managers to deliver a professional, well-run venue., • Manage stock, suppliers, and maintenance contractors., • Oversee risk assessments and insurance provisions. Team Leadership • Recruit, train, and lead a team of bar, floor, and front-of-house staff., • Create a positive, motivated work culture that reflects the spirit of Up the Creek., • Schedule shifts, manage performance, and handle staff development. Financial & Commercial Management • Manage budgets, control costs, and drive revenue across bar, ticketing, and private events., • Monitor and report on KPIs, including ticket sales, margins, and customer satisfaction., • Book-keeping and VAT; liaising with external accountants as necessary., • Work closely with ownership on financial forecasting and strategic planning., • Taking control of the club's profit and loss (P&L), developing and managing budgets, tracking expenses, and implementing strategies for revenue growth. This includes financial reporting to stakeholders or directors. Customer Experience & Brand • Ensure every guest receives an exceptional experience from entry to exit., • Uphold the club’s reputation for quality comedy, atmosphere, and hospitality., • Handle customer feedback and resolve issues swiftly and professionally. Marketing & Events • Collaborate with the social team on marketing campaigns, social media, and partnerships to drive attendance., • Develop and promote new event ideas, themed nights, and private hire opportunities., • Collaborate with the creative team to maintain a diverse and engaging programme., • Overseeing relevant grant applications. Skills & Experience Essential: • Proven experience (typically 2-5 years) as a General Manager in a fast-paced hospitality, live events, or entertainment environment., • Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on approach., • Commercially astute — confident with budgets, margins, and data-driven decisions., • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to thrive under pressure., • Knowledge of relevant compliance laws (licensing, health & safety, HR)., • Flexible schedule — evening and weekend availability is essential. Desirable: • Experience in comedy, music, or performance-led venues., • Familiarity with event ticketing systems, EPOS, and hospitality software., • Passion for live entertainment and the arts. What We Offer • A leading role at one of London’s best-loved comedy clubs., • Competitive salary and performance incentives., • Creative freedom to shape the venue strategy and customer experience., • Supportive, fun working environment in a landmark venue. How to Apply Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d be a great fit for Up the Creek to with the subject line “General Manager Application".

PROJECT MANAGER Forta Productions is a global event production company that works exclusively for agencies and private event planners. We specialise in content creation, technical production, design and content creation, operating from our headquarters in South East London. We’re unique in how we bring together design & production to achieve events that stand out from the crowd. We’re a team of around 25 talented individuals, who have built a fantastic rapport both as a unit and with our clients – we’re collaborative & passionate, but most of all we love bringing events to life. Due to business growth, we are currently looking for a full time Project Manager to provide experienced leadership in the planning and fulfilment of all project delivery requirements. This position within the company requires proven experience in the events industry combined with excellent ability in both technical and scenic disciplines. THE ROLE • Oversee the successful delivery of a project from brief to completion whilst defining and following the ‘critical path’., • Liaise with clients to establish briefs., • Assess requirements in partnership with appropriate internal departments, providing experience and depth of knowledge to formulate and present considered solutions, that balance creative ambition with safe and practical delivery as well as offering value to our clients., • Manage day to day client communications, ensuring any production/design changes are communicated to all relevant parties., • Be able to clearly articulate why proposed production methodologies are the best solution, help provide justification on cost line items, and be willing to listen and collaborate with the client., • Book appropriately skilled freelancers and technicians onto projects and coordinate their scheduling and roles within a project., • Manage project delivery including the management of any client-owned/sub-contracted kit as appropriate., • Coordinate subcontractor deliverables and ensure they are in accordance with the agreed specification overseeing the fabrication/production of all items., • Assess H&S requirements, creating all relevant paperwork and permits ensuring clients, contractors and internal teams are aware of the requirements and ensure protocols are enforced on site., • Oversee financial control of projects with internal departments and sub-contractors, ensuring delivery of all aspects of assigned projects within the agreed timeframe and budget., • On project completion, ensure the precise financial reconciliation of all production budgets and the client is invoiced and payment received in a timely manner., • Ensure debriefs are undertaken on all projects and results are communicated, and best-practice and learnings are shared across the company., • Be proactive and take the initiative to move projects forward, collaborating with other departments. THE PERSON • Proven experience of delivering large scale live shows and events, with a thorough understanding of the technical and scenic disciplines required to deliver such events. We recognise that individuals may have a bias towards particular disciplines – but an applicant should have the ability to deliver all aspects of a project., • Experience delivering virtual events is desirable but not essential., • Proficient in Google Drive, Microsoft 365 and experience using HireHop or similar rental management systems., • Capable of managing large scale, complex budgets of £250k plus., • Committed to delivering quality and professionalism with meticulous attention to detail., • Team-oriented with demonstrable leadership skills., • Flexible regarding creative and client changes during the project cycle., • Calm under pressure, extremely organised, pro-active with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills., • Embrace an ever-developing landscape of new technology., • Proactive, seeking out innovations in the industry that may be applied to projects., • Able and willing to travel internationally, occasionally for extended periods as required. TYPE - Full Time & Permanent SALARY - Competitive based on experience LOCATION - Office based BR3 1QZ