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About the job Technical Project Manager Permanent Based in Piccadilly, London (hybrid 3 days in the office / 2 days at home) We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to join our friendly and dynamic team here at Waterstones in London. You will be helping to lead the continuous delivery of projects on our ecommerce platforms, related digital applications, and services - with a focus on Agile delivery. You will also be supporting cross-functional teams spanning commercial, design, operations and engineering to ensure delivery of transformational projects. This is a role where you will be instrumental in delivering business critical projects and will guide the team through sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, promoting continuous improvement and a shared understanding of goals. You will also review progress and use influencing skills to unblock issues. You will be a resilient and confident project manager and will keep multiple stakeholders informed with clear, regular updates on progress, risks, and delivery timelines. What you will be doing • Champion agile delivery methodology and help build understanding and capability across all teams., • Facilitate cross-functional groups to plan and deliver projects and initiatives., • Bring energy and invention to team meetings such as planning, stand ups, retrospectives and showcases., • Own project delivery plans and being the main point of contact between commercial and technical teams., • Maintain delivery momentum - drive team and set the pace, ensuring teams are working towards delivery commitments., • Coordinate multiple workstreams to ensure there is a clear pipeline of work to be delivered next., • Identify and mitigate risk and blockers to successful delivery., • Manage, monitor and measure workflows to ensure value is delivered early and often, • Work and liaise with third parties., • Track and report regularly on project progress to senior team., • Ability to prioritising time-critical work and deliver to tight deadlines. What we need from you • Experience of championing technical project delivery within a retail, ecommerce or consumer facing business., • Knowledge of Scrum, Kanban and lean methodologies coupled with a deep understanding of the principles of agile and the processes behind effective product delivery., • Effective relationship builder with strong stakeholder management skills., • Strong project management experience, coordinating multiple projects/streams simultaneously., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Ability to interact with technical and non-technical audiences including customers, managers, and subject matter experts. Person Profile • Results driven., • Organised and methodical., • Pragmatic & adaptable., • Collaborative and considered., • Curious and creative., • Approachable and personable., • Resilient and balanced., • Self-motivated., • Proactive Problem solver., • Confident and can establish credibility fast. Why work for Waterstones Waterstones is the cornerstone of bookselling across the UK and Ireland. Joining Waterstones means being an active part in a success story that began in 1982, and books are as popular now as the day we started. Trading across the UK, Ireland and Europe, we are present in over 300 shopping locations, where Waterstones continues to thrive, each year actively pursuing a programme of new bookshop openings. Online at Waterstones.com, we meanwhile mirror the essence of our bookshops, further showcasing the unique enthusiasm and knowledge of our booksellers. If you have the relevant essential experience and you are interested, we would love to hear from you.

Procurement Manager Permanent Based in Solihull or London (3 days in office / 2 days at home) We are looking for a Procurement Manager to join our friendly and dynamic team here at Waterstones in either our Piccadilly, London or Solihull office. This is a new role where you will be responsible for ensuring Waterstones acquires necessary goods and services efficiently, cost-effectively, and with high quality, while managing supplier relationships and mitigating risks. This is a diverse role where you will be able to strategise and negotiate with suppliers and vendors, and ensure purchases of products, equipment, and services across the company align with the company's strategic objectives. This role will also require you to embed a strong, compliant and effective procurement to pay process embedded across the company and roll out a PO process. What you will be doing • Conduct research to source the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules, and quality, • Run tenders, evaluate bids, and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors, • Negotiate and agree contracts, monitoring the quality of service provided, • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with teams who procure services or goods across the business. Help them understand how you can help them in their role and the importance of good procurement governance, • Build and maintain good relationships with new and existing suppliers, • Liaise between suppliers, manufacturers and relevant internal teams, • Forecast levels of demand for services and products, • Develop and implement a procurement to pay strategy ensuring strong compliance., • Work with other relevant stakeholders to roll out a PO process across the company, • Develop strategies to ensure cost savings and supplier performance targets are met or exceeded, • Ensure the security and sustainability of sources of essential products and services, • Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities, • Analyse data and produce reports and statistics on spending and saving, • Undertake value for money reviews of existing contracts and arrangements, • Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives, • Keep up to date with trends and innovations, regulation, and new technology that can impact the business What we need from you • Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, ideally within retail or ecommerce background., • Proven track record of managing procurement activities, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management., • Experience with or comfortable working in a stand-alone procurement role., • Experience in running tenders, evaluating bids, and making recommendations., • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery., • Experience in monitoring and managing the quality of service provided by suppliers., • Experience in developing and implementing procurement compliance., • Ability to forecast levels of demand for services and products., • Experience in undertaking value for money reviews of existing contracts., • Ability to analyse data and produce reports and statistics on spending and saving., • Experience and proven ability in developing strong internal relationships., • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), • Knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance requirements. Person Profile • Excellent attention to detail in contract management, supplier evaluations, and analysis, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders., • Strong analytical skills to assess market trends, supplier performance, and procurement data., • Confident in making decisions and leading on all procurement activities, working as a stand-alone procurement expert to the business., • Highly organised., • Approachable and ability to build excellent relationships both internally and externally. Why work for Waterstones At Waterstones, everything we do is about our customers, and we work hard to provide them with the best possible shopping experience, one that will make them want to visit time and time again. We strive to consistently deliver fantastic customer service, whether recommending a book or a gift, keeping our shops beautifully stocked, helping out in our lovely Café W’s, or keeping the wheels turning efficiently behind the scenes. Working with us, you will get to use your expertise and enthusiasm to bring to our customers the irreplaceable pleasures of a good bookshop (including a virtual one). In return, you will be working in a role that can make a real difference to Waterstones, work in a friendly and dynamic team and get to benefit from our excellent discount in shops and waterstones.com. If you have the relevant essential experience and you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Waterstones is committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and is dedicated toward eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our aim is to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel fully respected and to be able to give their best. Diversity Statement At Waterstones, we are committed to creating a workplace that is fair and inclusive to people from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we strive to promote an inclusive work culture. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment processes are free from bias, and our aim is to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel fully respected and able to give their best. Reasonable Adjustments We understand that some disabled applicants may, due to the nature of their disability, find some parts of the recruitment process challenging. If you need any reasonable adjustments during any part of the interview process, please make these known either to your interviewer or the person you liaise with when setting up your interview.

By undertaking this role you will be enabling the shop to open for trading and close up, supervise and lead other volunteers in undertaking tasks and duties that enable the smooth running of the shop, and support the management team in task management.

Chef de Partie - Lasdun National Theatre London, Full-Time / Permanent £36,724 (£31,724 Basic + £5k TRONC) • excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We're looking for a Chef de Partie who genuinely loves cooking from scratch to join the dedicated team Lasdun Restaurant - a modern British restaurant located within the iconic walls of London's National Theatre. In this exciting Chef de Partie role you will join a collaborative team that cures meats, ferments and pickles in-house, builds sauces from base ingredients, and works closely with fresh food suppliers to champion field-to-fork cooking. Reporting to the Head Chef, the Chef de Partie will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. If you care about ingredients, technique, and learning your craft properly - we want to hear from you! Chef de Partie - The role Proper scratch cooking - nothing bought in Seasonal menus and creative input Supportive Head Chef who invests in development Rotas planned 2-3 weeks ahead Closed Sundays A kitchen that values craft, consistency, and people Responsibilities Run your own section during service, delivering consistently high standards of food and presentation Prepare, cook, and plate dishes using fresh, high-quality ingredients - everything made in-house Work closely with the Head Chef to execute seasonal menus and maintain quality control Take pride in classic foundations: stocks, sauces, ratios, curing, fermenting, and prep done properly Support daily mise en place and ensure par levels are maintained for smooth service Collaborate with FOH to deliver a seamless guest experience and confidently talk about ingredients when needed Champion food safety, cleanliness, and organisation - completing H&S checks and end-of-service reporting Be part of a small, passionate brigade that values learning, consistency, and craft What we're looking for... A positive, determined attitude and desire to keep developing Experience in cooking from scratch - not packet cooking A strong foundations in classic cooking techniques (mother sauces, ratios, prep methods) Curiosity about ingredients, provenance, and seasonal cooking A detail-driven approach with pride in your section Experience in independent restaurants or quality gastropubs is bonus! What you'll get in return... Healthcare & Wellbeing • Medicash health benefits (including dental, mental health & optical for you and up to 4 children), free annual health check with Aviva Digicare, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Exclusive Perks & Discounts, • Save on entertainment (up to 55% off cinema tickets), shopping (up to 15% off), Vodafone plans, and travel with top providers such as TUI & Expedia. Workplace Benefits, • Meals on duty, pension scheme, life assurance, and professional subscriptions paid. Leave & Family Support, • 23 days + bank holidays, your birthday off, extra leave after maternity return, a day off for your baby's 1st birthday, and a holiday purchase scheme. Career & Financial Support, • Ongoing training & development, career pathways, financial wellbeing programme, and preferred rates on salary finance products. Exclusive National Theatre discounts (15% off outlets, 25% off Bookshop, complimentary show tickets) Food & drink discounts (Kerb Card: 50% off drinks, 20% off food at Seven Dials Market) VIP last-minute O2 show tickets (subject to availability) Discounted onsite parking (£4/day) We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Why Join Us? Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we create unforgettable experiences - and shape the future of hospitality. TPBN1_UKCT

Job Title: Books Services Coordinator (Maternity Cover) Location: National Support Centre, London SE1 Salary: £28,000 gross per annum full time equivalent Job type: Part Time, Fixed term Maternity cover Closing Date: 1st May 2026 The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Books Services Coordinator to join our team. About the role The purposes of the Book Services Coordinator role is to assist the Books and Library Manager in facilitating the charity's crew' libraries service and specialist maritime book sales and also to administer all processes and systems involved within Books and library services. Responsibilities The following is a list of the principal (but not exhaustive) tasks of the post holder: * Administration of the functions and systems involved in providing an effective and efficient exchange hardback library or recyclable paperback library service to ships and maritime installations * Administrating book order system, and procurement process for all merchandise necessary for the efficient functioning of the Book Services operation. * Updating and maintaining the Bookshop website with accurate information and prices. * Assisting in the management of the fulfilment of all sales of books/media to customers and external agencies (On-line bookshop, telephone, mail and "walk-in"), and ensure the maintenance of customer service standards * Administration of the Library and Book stock control system Requirements: * Experience working in book buying/selling/procurement in a customer focussed environment * Experience of using book stock control and freight systems * Ability to work unsupervised, make decisions and take responsibility. * Experience in handling parcel deliveries and packaging goods for shipment Benefits: * 25 days annual leave per annum increasing with length of service * Hybrid working for many roles * Life assurance (4x salary) * Private medical insurance * Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) * Cycle to work scheme * Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling * Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. Additional Information: MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire. All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo pre-employment checks including a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Book Services Assistant, Library Services Coordinator, Publishing Operations Coordinator, Editorial Services Coordinator, Book Production Coordinator, Literary Services Coordinator, Content Services Coordinator, Publications Coordinator, Print Services Coordinator, and Library Operations Coordinator, may also be considered for this role

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