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Company descriptionLocation: Oldbury (hybrid working 3 office days per week)Employment Type: Permanent, full timeAdditional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical InsuranceThink the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Solution Architect means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.#LI-HybridThis is the jobWe are a transformative organisation operating at scale, like leading businesses in telecoms, utilities, automotive, and insurance. With a multi-product offering and a strong focus on innovation, we are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences while driving technology-led change.As a Solution Architect within our IT Architecture function, you will play a pivotal role in bridging business challenges with technology solutions. You’ll design and deliver robust, scalable, and secure architectures that align with enterprise standards and strategic objectives. This is a highly collaborative role, requiring engagement with stakeholders across business and IT to ensure solutions meet current needs and support future growth.What will I be doing?Lead the design of end-to-end solutions across application, data, integration, and infrastructure domains.Align technology solutions with business strategy and objectives, influencing architectural direction.Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.Promote best practices in solution architecture and contribute to reusable frameworks and reference architectures.Provide technical leadership throughout the solution lifecycle, from concept to delivery.Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies. What do I need?Proven experience in large-scale, multi-product organisations undergoing transformation, ideally in sectors like telecoms, utilities, automotive, or insurance.Broad technology expertise across on-premises and cloud platforms, including migrations, upgrades, and Microsoft Dynamics solutions.Skilled in architectural modelling tools (e.g., Orbus, Abacus, Mega) with a strong ability to design scalable, secure solutions.Natural problem-solver who is resourceful and able to manage complexity in fast-paced environments.Excellent communicator and influencer, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels to drive alignment and collaboration.Strategic thinker with integrity, adaptability, and the ability to prioritise effectively while working under broad direction. Additional informationWe’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying schemeWorksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contributionFree AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friendsDiscounts on AA products including car and home insuranceEmployee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and moreCompany funded life assuranceDiverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your careerDedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your familyPlus, so much more!We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.#LI-HH

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's 'World's best companies 2024' ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. What does the role look like? We're looking for a commercially minded Contract Manager to oversee and strengthen the way we manage contracts across our engineering and manufacturing operations. This role will work closely with all areas of the business - Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Quality - to ensure every agreement we enter supports our commercial goals, protects our position, and enables smooth delivery to our customers. You'll be at the centre of our commercial decision-making: reviewing and drafting supplier and customer contracts, managing risk, and driving consistency across the business. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? *Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts including supply, manufacturing, service, and customer agreements. *Assess contractual risks and liabilities, advising the leadership team on commercial and operational implications. *Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and company policies. *Support engineering and project teams in interpreting contract requirements and managing deliverables. *Lead contract reviews during bid and proposal stages - ensuring terms, pricing, and obligations align with business strategy. *Manage contract change control, extensions, renewals, and performance tracking. *Maintain an organised contract repository and ensure accurate version control. *Develop and implement standard contract templates and approval workflows. *Collaborate with legal advisors on complex or high-value negotiations. *Provide training and guidance to managers and project leads on contract awareness and risk management. What will you bring to the role? Essential skills: *Background in contract management, commercial management, procurement, or legal within an engineering or manufacturing environment. *Proven ability to interpret and negotiate terms across customer, supplier, and subcontractor agreements. *Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - able to challenge constructively and influence at all levels. Desirable skills: *Good understanding of supply chain, project delivery, and commercial frameworks. *Experience working with international contracts, including familiarity with U.S. regulations such as: ITAR, EAR etc * olid knowledge of UK commercial law, contract law principles, and industry frameworks (NEC, JCT, or customer-specific terms). *Confident negotiating with suppliers, customers, and legal representatives. *Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain contractual positions clearly to non-legal stakeholders. *Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. *Skilled at balancing commercial pragmatism with risk control - knowing when to challenge and when to compromise. TPBN1_UKTJ

Control Systems Engineer Competitive Salary (DOE) + Benefits including Life Assurance, Healthcare, Employee Medi Cash, Sick Pay, Development Prospects 40 Hour Week, Mon-Fri Our client is an award winning, family-owned business who have a strong presence in a wide range of sectors including pharmaceutical, flavours and fragrance, personal care and agrochemical to name a few. Are you an experienced Control Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge? Our client has an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to join the E&I team and play a key role in their business. Key Tasks: Design, specify and install control and safety systems; PLC's, DCS, SCADA, HMI etc Programming, modification and management of change Liaison with control system suppliers, integrators and contractors Support maintenance activities Ensure all work meets the highest safety standards Skills and experience: Min HNC in Control/Instrumentation Engineering Min 5 of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting, ideally chemical or process Strong knowledge of PLC configuration and programming, Allen Bradley preferred Understanding of design for functional safety, SIL, LOPA and Safety Instrumentation Experience of communication protocols including industrial ethernet, Modbus or similar A flexible, safety-first approach to work Why Join? Become part of one of the UK's most respected independent chemical manufacturers, known for its expertise in complex synthesis and niche chemical processes. With a strong heritage, family-owned culture and commitment to innovation, this company provides the opportunity to grow your career in a hands-on, process-driven setting where your technical input truly matters. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes. TPBN1_UKTJ

Plant Resource Coordinator Hours: 40 per week - Monday - Friday Salary - up to 37k per annum depending on experience Company Pension - employer 6% contribution Purpose of the Role To provide our delivery teams with professional plant and service supply. This will involve taking primary responsibility for placement of plant orders and communicating internally across the business, with external suppliers and other bodies as directed by the Management Team. Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability - Arrange the hire of all internal / external plant as required by the contracts. - Accurately on hire and off hire all plant inputted onto the COUPA system. - Ensure all on and off hire tickets are logged and an audit trail is in place for equipment rentals. - Ensure the correct level of service is being given from suppliers and notify the Procurement Manager if a supplier is not performing to the required standard. - Keep the contract plant trackers up to date. - Actively track the current location of all tools. - Make Procurement Manager aware if any plant shown on the hire sheet is not found / proved as off hired all discrepancies are to be investigated and addressed immediately. - Deal with any plant queries and pass on to the relevant managers for signature. - Record all costs of all repairs, losses and damages. - Carry out regular plant audits. - Report and complete any paperwork for thefts/loss or damage of plant items. - Ensure compliance with all documents, including procedures. - Be pro-active in developing systems to meet the changing needs of the plant hire team. - As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements. - Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time. Person Specification The job holder will have: KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE - Proven plant coordination for the delivery of infrastructure projects - Experience of working on an ordering / plant hire desk - Knowledge of the PUWER / LOLER regulations - Demonstrable commercial awareness, with the ability to control and monitor budgets - Finely tuned communication skills with regard to engaging with external and internal parties - Ability to demonstrate attention to detail with regard to contractual obligations and the placement of orders - Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS - Evidence of a sound education which should include English and Maths GCSE at grade A-C or above, or equivalent - IT literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package - Strong people skills with the ability to liaise with all levels of personnel - A full UK driving licence is desirable as travelling to site may be required PERSONAL QUALITIES - To demonstrate a proactive work ethic - To ensure high levels of accuracy and information assurance - Ensuring confidentiality of financial and operational information relating to MMA and the Supply Chain - To act professionally in all work environments and in all interactions with stakeholders - To work effectively within a team, sharing best practice, while also having the ability to make decisions in a fast-moving environment - Ability to be flexible and evolve due to the ever-changing nature of the construction industry - To have a passion and take a pride in delivering true best value - Good planning and organisation skills are required, as is the need to be adaptable to changing business requirements Please contact Harry Sharrard at Anderselite for more information, via LinkedIn. TPBN1_UKTJ

Help shape and sustain a centralised PMO function that provides structured oversight across all transformation efforts. Collaborate closely with programme leads, senior project and business analysis roles, change management, and other key business contacts to embed PMO practices. Demonstrated backgr