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Job Title: Head of HospitalityLocation: Smarden, Kent (own transport essential)Salary: £45,000 per annumJob Type: Permanent, Full TimeWorking Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, in line with business needs. 40 hours per week, generally as 8-hour shifts between 07.00-22.00, plus overtime as required. Includes weekend and bank holiday work.About The Big Cat SanctuaryThe Big Cat Sanctuary (BCS) is a family charity and IUCN Centre for Species Survival for wild cats, based in Smarden, Kent. Combining conservation, specialist animal care, luxury hospitality, visitor experiences and commercial operations, BCS provides a unique environment where guests can connect with wildlife while supporting a meaningful conservation mission.As the organisation continues its ambitious growth and development plans through to 2029, BCS are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Head of Hospitality to lead the hospitality operations and help shape the future of The Retreat.The RoleThe Head of Hospitality is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational delivery and commercial performance of The Retreat and the wider hospitality function. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, you will oversee Reservations, Guest Relations, Housekeeping, Restaurant and Kitchen operations while ensuring an exceptional guest experience from enquiry through to post-stay follow-up.This role requires a highly organised hospitality professional who can combine luxury service standards, strong leadership and commercial awareness with a genuine passion for conservation and guest experience.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership:Develop and deliver the hospitality strategy, supporting the Sanctuary's wider organisational and commercial objectives.Lead the vision, standards and performance of The Retreat, ensuring a seamless and premium guest experience.Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to maintain exceptional operational standards.Drive guest satisfaction, loyalty, repeat business and positive reviews.Guest Experience & The Retreat:Take ownership of the complete guest journey, from booking and arrival through to departure and follow-up.Ensure the lodges are maintained to an exceptional standard of cleanliness, presentation, comfort and personalisation.Continually improve the guest offering through enhancements, additions and service innovations.Proactively manage guest feedback and resolve issues effectively.Food & Beverage:Provide leadership across all food and beverage operations.Work closely with the Head Chef and Restaurant Manager to deliver a dining experience aligned with the BCS brand.Monitor quality, service standards, revenue, margins and costs.Develop opportunities to increase guest spend through premium experiences and packages.Commercial Performance:Take ownership of pricing, occupancy and revenue management across hospitality products.Monitor key performance indicators including occupancy, booking conversion, guest spend and profitability.Work with Finance and Commercial teams to forecast performance and identify growth opportunities.Ensure products remain commercially viable while protecting the premium positioning of The Retreat.Financial & Operational Management:Manage hospitality budgets and maintain effective cost control.Produce regular performance reports for the Managing Director and Trustees.Ensure staffing levels, rotas and resources meet operational demands.Maintain compliance with all relevant health and safety, food hygiene and licensing requirements.Leadership & Team Development:Lead and develop managers across Reservations, Guest Relations, Housekeeping, Restaurant and Kitchen functions.Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence and continuous improvement.Support training and development in guest care, hospitality standards and commercial awareness.What We Are Looking ForSignificant senior management experience within hospitality, luxury accommodation, hotels, visitor attractions or premium guest experiences.Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams across guest services, food and beverage, reservations and commercial operations.Experience managing budgets, revenue generation and commercial performance.Strong track record of delivering exceptional customer service and guest experiences.Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills.Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, including experience working with senior leaders.Good understanding of Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, Licensing and relevant hospitality legislation.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hospitality booking or property management systems.A hands-on, solutions-focused approach with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.What We Offer:28 days annual leave, plus Christmas Day off as standard.Staff discounts, free uniform and access to selected Sanctuary events.Access to a network of UK and European zoos and wildlife collections.Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and development of a unique conservation charity.A genuinely rewarding working environment where your contribution directly supports wild cat conservation.The Big Cat Sanctuary is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.Candidates with experience of; General Manager - Lodges & Hospitality, Resort Operations Director, Director of Hospitality & Guest Experience, Director of Rooms & Guest Experience, Hospitality Lead, Hospitality Manager may all be considered.TPBN1_UKTJ

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a major long-term infrastructure programme in Kent. If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description. This is an opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to take a senior role within a technically complex project environment, working closely with the Project and Commercial Management teams. The Role You will take responsibility for the commercial management of significant work packages and provide commercial leadership across the project. Key responsibilities will include: Leading commercial management across allocated packages Managing applications, valuations and payment processes Preparing and managing CVRs and monthly financial reports Managing cost-to-complete and forecasting Leading change control and variation management Identifying and managing commercial risk Managing the full subcontract lifecycle Procurement and negotiation of subcontract packages Providing commercial advice to the Project Manager and wider delivery team Supporting contract administration Managing commercial issues, disputes and negotiations Mentoring and developing junior commercial staff Supporting project-level commercial strategy Ensuring compliance with company commercial procedures About You The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will ideally have: Strong experience within civil engineering, infrastructure or major construction projects Significant main contractor or specialist contractor experience Strong subcontract management experience Excellent knowledge of cost control, forecasting and change management Experience managing commercial packages independently Strong understanding of construction contracts NEC experience would be highly desirable Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills A relevant degree or HNC/HND qualification This role would suit an ambitious Senior QS looking for a long-term project where they can take ownership of major commercial packages and progress within a growing commercial team . To find out more, contact Harry Buckland at Aldwych Consulting: Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. xrnqpay Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Stantec View all jobs • Ashford, Kent, • Permanent, • Full-time 12 hours ago Your Mechanical Engineering Expertise Could Shape the Future of UK Water You know water. You understand the complexity and challenges of delivering resilient infrastructure in a highly regulated sector. Now, what could you achieve with the scale, breadth and opportunity of working for one of the UK's leading water consultancies. At Stantec, we're continuing to grow our Water teams and are looking to connect with experienced Principal and Senior Principal Mechanical Engineers who can bring proven water sector expertise, technical leadership, and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering. This isn't about simply filling a role. We're looking for experienced professionals who can take technical ownership, influence project strategy, build trusted client relationships, and help shape the future direction of our mechanical engineering capability. At Principal level, you'll play a key role in leading technical delivery, providing engineering expertise to complex projects, developing client relationships, and supporting the growth of our mechanical capability. At Senior Principal level, the opportunity goes further. We're looking for established technical leaders who can provide strategic direction, act as senior client advisors, shape engineering solutions, lead major programmes, support business development and develop the next generation of mechanical engineers. AMP8 represents one of the biggest periods of investment the UK water sector has seen, and Stantec is already playing a significant role in helping water companies deliver their programmes. That creates an opportunity to work on some of the most important water infrastructure projects in the UK - while having the influence to shape how we deliver them. You'll join a multidisciplinary environment where your experience can make a real difference, whether that's solving complex engineering challenges, strengthening client relationships, developing technical standards, mentoring teams, or helping grow our water business. We're interested in hearing from experienced water-sector Mechanical Engineers across: • Derby, • Redditch, • Birmingham, • Shrewsbury, • Warrington, • Manchester, • Newcastle, • Leeds, • London, • High Wycombe, • Reading, • Brighton, • Southampton Other Locations: London, Midlands, Birmingham, Derby, Northampton, Redditch, Shrewsbury, Stoke on Trent, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Warrington, Southampton, South East, Ashford, Brighton, High Wycombe, Kings Hill, Oxford, Reading, South West and Wales, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Gloucester Join Stantec and help shape the future of UK water. The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a major long-term infrastructure programme in Kent. This is an opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to take a senior role within a technically complex project environment, working closely with the Project and Commercial Management teams. You will take responsibility for the commercial management of significant work packages and provide commercial leadership across the project. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading commercial management across allocated packages, • Managing applications, valuations and payment processes, • Preparing and managing CVRs and monthly financial reports, • Managing cost-to-complete and forecasting, • Leading change control and variation management, • Identifying and managing commercial risk, • Managing the full subcontract lifecycle, • Procurement and negotiation of subcontract packages, • Providing commercial advice to the Project Manager and wider delivery team, • Supporting contract administration, • Managing commercial issues, disputes and negotiations, • Mentoring and developing junior commercial staff, • Supporting project-level commercial strategy, • Ensuring compliance with company commercial procedures The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will ideally have: • Strong experience within civil engineering, infrastructure or major construction projects, • Significant main contractor or specialist contractor experience, • Strong subcontract management experience, • Excellent knowledge of cost control, forecasting and change management, • Experience managing commercial packages independently, • Strong understanding of construction contracts, • NEC experience would be highly desirable, • Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills, • A relevant degree or HNC/HND qualification This role would suit an ambitious Senior QS looking for a long-term project where they can take ownership of major commercial packages and progress within a growing commercial team. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking a Senior Associate Civil Engineer to join our Ashford team and play a key role in driving the continued growth of our Civil Engineering business. This role is equivalent to an Associate Director position within other consultancies and offers the opportunity to lead talented engineering teams, influence strategy and deliver a diverse portfolio of development and infrastructure projects. Our Ashford team has a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions across the region and nationwide, supporting a wide range of private and public sector clients. From strategic land developments and residential schemes through to complex infrastructure projects, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on projects that shape communities. Working within our multidisciplinary environment, you will collaborate with experts across transport, environmental, buildings and infrastructure disciplines to deliver integrated solutions for our clients. As a Senior Associate Civil Engineer, you will be a senior technical and delivery leader, responsible for leading complex projects, developing client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the business. You will combine technical expertise, commercial awareness and leadership capability to deliver successful outcomes for clients while supporting the development of our teams. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading, developing and mentoring engineering teams, including senior technical staff., • Supporting team capability, growth, utilisation and long-term development., • Creating a positive team culture that encourages collaboration, innovation and high performance., • Supporting succession planning and the development of future leaders., • Providing technical leadership across a range of civil engineering projects of varying scale and complexity., • Overseeing the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects from concept through to completion., • Ensuring projects are delivered to a high technical standard, meeting client expectations and company requirements., • Managing technical quality, risk and commercial performance across projects., • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor., • Taking ownership of important project relationships and ensuring successful outcomes., • Representing Stantec within the industry and supporting our market presence., • Playing a leading role in winning new work and converting opportunities., • Supporting bids, tenders and client pursuits., • Developing client strategies and contributing to sustainable business growth., • Helping build and maintain a strong pipeline of future opportunities., • Working closely with the leadership team to support business planning and regional growth strategies., • Contributing to sector development and cross-discipline collaboration., • Supporting innovation, best practice and continuous improvement across the business. This is a key leadership position where you will have the opportunity to influence our direction, grow our capabilities and make a lasting contribution to the success of the team. In this role, you will: • Lead the delivery of high-profile civil engineering projects across the region and nationally., • Shape the growth and development of our Ashford Civil Engineering team., • Inspire and support engineers through effective leadership, mentoring and coaching., • Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders, strengthening Stantec's market position., • Drive business growth through successful work winning and opportunity development., • Provide technical expertise and strategic insight across complex infrastructure projects., • Champion collaboration across our multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions., • Contribute to the continued success and reputation of Stantec's Civil Engineering business., • Significant experience within civil engineering consultancy, with a strong track record of delivering complex projects., • Experience operating at Associate Director level or equivalent, with the ability to lead teams and influence business growth., • Strong technical knowledge across civil infrastructure and development projects., • Experience managing multidisciplinary projects from concept through to delivery., • Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships., • Commercial awareness and experience supporting business development, bids and work winning., • Strong leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing technical teams., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • The ability to operate with autonomy, influence decision‑making and contribute to strategic direction., • A passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions and developing the next generation of engineering talent. If you are looking for a leadership role where you can combine technical excellence, business growth and team development within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we would love to hear from you. • We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed., • We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named 'Best Place to Work' and 'International Consulting Firm of the Year' at the NCE Awards 2024., • We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE., • We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups), • Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland - we want you to be part of it!, • Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more., • Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working. The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact and we will talk to you about how we can support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Estimator - TransportationApply: Hybrid: Ashford Office: Glasgow: Full time: Posted Today: JR100536If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further!Job descriptionAs an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely estimates for rail civils projects and frameworks, as well as producing and submitting quotations, bids and tenders to meet the business requirements.You will be responsible for pricing and developing bids for Network Rail and Tier 1 Subcontractors by producing robust tender estimates. You will lead the development of client tender information into a comprehensive price for tender submission.Duties and responsibilitiesAs the Estimator, the responsibilities of your role will include but not be limited to:Lead estimates Check Tender Information for completeness and raise potential areas of concern – can this lack of information be useful to us at contract stage? It may be better to leave the lack of information un-clarified. Produce quantity take-offs from tender information/drawings using either traditional methods or Causeway/similar software. Regularly back-up/save work, in a secure manner, to ensure no data loss exceeds a couple of hours work. Preparation, using agreed company format, of Sub-contract & Material enquiry documentation. Forward documentation to Administration Department for formal enquiry issue. Advise on any companies/suppliers who should or should not receive the enquiry. Analysis of Sub-Contracts, supplier and merchant quotations – including “normalisation” Analysis of benchmark data from historic projects/norms against the first principles tender build ups where possible. Discuss and agree resourcing and works outputs with Planner, Bid Manager and delivery team working on the tender. On occasions support the bid team by producing methodologies for works delivery to go with tender submissions. Undertake estimates in accordance with Company procedures Lead team of estimators for larger tenders, mentoring and developing junior estimators Identify opportunity and risk during tender process Liaise with the business unit, Bid Manager and Planner to agree methodology and principles Maintain register of key assumptions within estimate Maintain tender estimate file Provide indicative pricing support for business development Obtain feedback from site teams on estimating adequacy and current costs Obtaining and analysing quotations from subcontractors, suppliers and plant providers. Pricing labour, materials, plant, subcontractor costs, preliminaries, overheads and project-specific requirements. Liaising with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and project teams to clarify tender requirements and obtain accurate costs. Identifying commercial risks, exclusions, assumptions and potential areas of cost exposure within tenders. Carrying out value engineering and identifying alternative construction methods or materials to improve cost efficiency. Preparing detailed tender documentation, pricing schedules and supporting information for submission. Working closely with the commercial and pre-construction teams to ensure estimates are accurate and commercially viable. Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings where required to assess project conditions and potential risks. Maintaining accurate estimating records and updating cost databases with current labour, material and subcontractor rates. Monitoring tender deadlines and ensuring all bids are completed and submitted accurately and on time.Present estimates at adjudication Prepare estimating ‘adjudication pack’ Present basis of estimate and key assumptions Maintain notes of adjudication meetings Close out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as requiredHandover to site teams at contract award Prepare estimating handover packs to operational and commercial teams ready for use in Rail Dairy and Construction Manager software Maintain notes of handover meeting* Provide ongoing support to site teams relating to estimate and key assumptionsKey measures and targets Winning work to meet Aureos growth and road to 2030 objectives and beyond Developing a coherent and consistent tender submission with the use of key estimating assumptions Developing a tender win strategy alongside the business unit teams Providing temporary works support for tenders and for the design element of design and construct tendersThe ideal candidate will have Engineering or commercial background Experience in Civils (large and small scale), Rail (Civils, Track, M&E, Earthworks, Buildings and more), Highways, Energy and Utilities (at least 10 years of rail experience) Proven track record working on tenders – small sub £250k to multi million packages and frameworks Numerate and IT literate, familiar with estimating software and Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel Chartered, incorporated status or similar Confidence in dealing with customers and personnel within Auroes at a senior level Ability to closely collaborate with other project teams and stakeholders Excellent research, proposal writing, and oral presentation skills Extensive knowledge of best industry practises and standards Ability to ensure all tender submissions are both feasible and profitable Ability to travel extensively and perform site visits A full UK driving licence Diploma of higher education (required) NEC suite of contracts: at least 3 years of experience (required)This is an exciting opportunity to work for a company within the Transportation and Energy Sectors with progression opportunities within the wider business group.Position Requirements 3 to 5 years of proven experience working as an Estimator within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure. Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods, including groundworks, drainage, earthworks, utilities, concrete and rail. Experience preparing detailed cost estimates, tenders and competitive quotations. Ability to accurately complete quantity take-offs and measurements from drawings and specifications. Strong knowledge of labour, material, plant and subcontractor pricing. Experience obtaining, assessing and negotiating supplier and subcontractor quotations. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks, exclusions, assumptions and potential cost exposure. Ability to undertake value engineering and identify cost-effective construction solutions. Good understanding of tender processes, contract documentation and project specifications. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using estimating or construction software. Excellent numerical and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail. Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams. Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Commercially minded, organised and proactive approach to estimating. Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline would be advantageous. Full UK driving licence and willingness to attend site visits where required.Position Remuneration Regular working hours and strong annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, for a great work-life balance. A collaborative working environment, as a part of a growing specialist company within the infrastructure sector.* Full support to progress your career within the industry and the opportunity to learn from sector experts.Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.Equal OpportunitiesAureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Join a growing, privately-owned engineering business, and lead a multidisciplinary engineering function during an exciting period of expansion and innovation. We have a great opportunity for an Engineering Manager to lead Mechanical, Electronic, Software and Physics/technical teams within an R&D and product development environment. You'll deliver technically robust, manufacturable and commercially viable solutions across a diverse product and project portfolio, aligning engineering delivery with business objectives, customer requirements and manufacturing capability. • Lead, mentor and resource multidisciplinary engineering teams, • Oversee delivery from concept through manufacture and installation, • Run cross-functional design reviews and technical decision-making, • Ensure designs are safe, compliant, practical and manufacturable, • Identify technical risks and implement mitigation actions, • Improve engineering processes, documentation standards and governance, • Contribute to engineering strategy, planning, budgeting and proposals, • Ensure technical qualification of manufactured/installed products, • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or similar, • Significant experience in multidisciplinary engineering environments, • Proven leadership of engineering teams and complex project delivery, • Strong product development life cycle knowledge, • Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management, • ISO9001 design/development experience (or similar), • Background in instrumentation, precision engineering, or advanced technology, • Systems engineering, engineering change control/configuration management, • Experience transitioning R&D into production Based on-site in Mid Kent, working full-time, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Occasional client travel may be required as part of this role. The company offers a great pension plan, with a performance related bonus structure, company sick pay, life assurance, a good holiday. They invest in their personnel and have a good training & development plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Portfolio Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of large-scale, complex programmes within the Legal Services organisation. This role will oversee multiple interconnected projects and workstreams, ensuring that business objectives are achieved through effective planning, governance, stakeholder management, and execution. This role focuses on coordinating transformation initiatives that include change management, workflow optimisation, technology implementations, systems integrations, product release management, and organizational change activities. The Portfolio Manager will work closely with Legal Services, Product Management, Engineering, Operations, and Internal and External Business Stakeholders while providing leadership and support to Project Managers responsible for delivering individual projects. This position plays a critical role in ensuring programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic business outcomes. • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programmes consisting of multiple related projects and workstreams., • Define programme scope, objectives, success criteria, and delivery roadmaps., • Establish programme governance structures, reporting mechanisms, and delivery frameworks., • Ensure alignment of programme activities with Legal Services and broader organisational strategic objectives., • Drive accountability across project teams to achieve programme milestones and benefits realization., • Manage and coordinate multiple concurrent workstreams, including:, • IQ Legal implementation projects, • Business process and workflow transformation, • System integrations, • Product and platform enhancements, • Organisational change and adoption activities, • Identify and manage interdependencies across projects and business functions., • Proactively address programme-wide risks, issues, and constraints., • Coordinate product release schedules across multiple projects and delivery teams., • Work with Legal Services, Engineering, Product Management and operational stakeholders to ensure successful deployment and adoption of solutions., • Oversee integration activities between IQ Legal platforms and other systems., • Ensure readiness of business users through appropriate planning, testing, communication and enablement activities., • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Legal Services, Technology, Operations, Product, and Business functions., • Facilitate effective communication and decision-making across programme governance forums., • Provide regular programme status updates, executive reporting, and escalation management., • Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment throughout programme delivery., • Provide guidance, support, and mentoring to Project Managers within the programme., • Ensure consistency in project delivery methodologies, tools, standards and reporting., • Champion best practices in programme and project management., • Support resource planning, prioritisation, and workload balancing across projects., • Develop and manage programme budgets and forecasts., • Monitor programme financial performance and report on budget utilisation., • Coordinate resource planning across projects and workstreams., • Ensure efficient allocation of resources to meet programme objectives., • Establish and maintain programme-level risk and issue management processes., • Ensure compliance with organisational governance, security, and regulatory requirements., • Conduct programme reviews and implement continuous improvement initiatives., • Drive quality assurance across all programme deliverables. Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience., • Significant experience managing large, complex programmes in a corporate or professional services environment., • Demonstrated success delivering programmes comprising multiple projects and workstreams., • Strong experience with project and programme governance frameworks., • Experience coordinating cross-functional teams across technology, operations, and business functions., • Proven experience managing executive stakeholders and governance boards., • Experience managing programme budgets, risks, and resource planning., • Experience working within Legal Services, Legal Operations, Professional Services, or highly regulated environments., • Programme management certification such as:, • MSP (Managing Successful Programmes), • PgMP (Program Management Professional), • PMP (Project Management Professional), • PRINCE2 Practitioner, • Experience with Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall delivery methodologies., • Familiarity with Legal technology platforms and workflow automation solutions., • Strong leadership and influencing skills., • Ability to lead without direct authority across matrixed organizations., • Demonstrated ability to drive accountability and results., • Advanced programme planning and execution capabilities., • Expertise in dependency management and programme governance., • Strong risk management and problem-solving skills., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to communicate effectively with executives, technical teams and business stakeholders (internal and Customer)., • Strong presentation and facilitation skills., • Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills., • Ability to manage competing priorities and conflicting stakeholder interests., • Ability to translate strategic objectives into executable delivery plans., • Data-driven decision-making capability., • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills., • 26 days’ holiday + bank holidays (and the option to buy more) plus 1 paid volunteering day every year, • Exceptional family leave, 26 weeks fully paid maternity/adoption, 4 weeks fully paid paternity, 22 weeks fully paid shared parental leave, plus 5 days paid bereavement leave, • Robust sick pay of up to 13 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay, • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support, • Private medical insurance for everyone, no medical-history exclusions, • Performance-based rewards tailored to your role, from company-wide bonuses to OTE and commission structures, • Income protection: up to 75% salary for 5 years if you ever need it, • Pension with 5% matched company contributions, • Life assurance worth 4x your salary from day one, • Free financial planning session with the option to engage in more tailored financial coaching., • SkillsHub learning platform with leadership pathways, future-manager training, and a huge online library, • Access to external training and apprenticeships, • MatchIt! 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Our secure, scalable platform, including OneAdvanced AI, our private AI service for UK organisations, powers connectivity and innovation across critical sectors. Alongside our software are our IT services, including hosting, managed services, and application modernisation. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that drives innovation and collaboration, championing diverse perspectives and ideas. Our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy is embedded in everything we do, guiding us to create meaningful impact for our people, our customers and the planet. Proud to be recognised in the Financial Times’ Best Employers 2026 list for the second-year running , an independent and data led ranking based on employee feedback. Join us and become part of a team that’s powering the world of work and making a real difference. Join us and become part of a team that’s powering the world of work and making a real difference. Learn more at www.oneadvanced.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Location: Any QinetiQ site – travel to Ashford will be required as will international travel Company: QinetiQ Target Systems Hours: 37 hour per week About the role We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join QinetiQ Target Systems (QTS) within our Business Development Team. QTS is a wholly owned subsidiary of QinetiQ Group PLC, specialising in the design and manufacture of a range of state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial and Surface Target systems, including the world-leading Banshee target. QTS targets are used to enable realistic weapons test and evaluation and operator training in over 40 countries worldwide, with QTS providing a complete managed service in over 15 of these countries. What will I be doing? Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you will have responsibility to develop and win new QTS business in identified countries and markets as directed by the QTS Head of Business Development. The role is responsible for developing and delivering a 3 – 5 Year Order Intake Scenario. Duties will include: Business Development • Work directly with clients to identify operational challenges and tailor technical solutions at a high level, • Identify, qualify, develop and capture QTS business opportunities in identified countries and markets as directed by the QTS Head of BD, • Maximise deliverability and profitability of sales within business unit for a major client or group of clients., • Accountable for personal sales progression of the portfolio of QTS opportunities (typically including >£3M deals) into client(s), • To demonstrate Selling for Growth in all opportunities and activities, • Ability to manage multiple opportunities across various regions and balancing priorities effectively, • Support other business delivery units within QTS as directed by the Head of BD Communication • Generate and deliver high-level presentations to illustrate how a product or capability meets a client’s unique needs, • Works collaboratively with wider QinetiQ Group and BD / programme teams to support and manage cross-sales team initiatives, • To manage internal and external stakeholders, • To influence decisions through sound advice and judgement Process • Ownership of the business development and bid lifecycle, • Analysis of tender documentation and responding to various tender forms, • Accurate forecasting and delivery of Sales target, • Support development of the QTS and Regional Strategy and input to the ISBP / Sales & Orders process What do I need? You will have at least 2 years demonstrated success in defence business development with global experience and excellent knowledge of industry and associated regional politics. You’ll be a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a proven track record of being able to influence at senior levels. We also ask that you: • are familiar with the global market for test and evaluation solutions, and specifically aerial and surface remotely operated targets, • have experience in threat representation and weapon system market orientation, an understanding of customer needs, competitor behaviour, and broader industry trends, • have an excellent understanding of and ability to apply sales concepts, tools and principles, • have good knowledge of other functional disciplines related to selling (E.G commercial / finance / project management), • are highly skilled at managing relationships and conflicting priorities, • are politically, culturally and organisationally aware, • have the ability to interact – including influencing, negotiating and assisting in closing complex, value-adding engagements – with senior people in client and partner organisations, • are a positive, enthusiastic, and compelling representative of QTS to clients, external contacts, suppliers and stakeholders, • have experience in capture management and bid pursuit including writing compelling bids and responses, • have the ability to work under pressure to meet strict, non-negotiable submission deadlines Please note that all applicants must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum. Joining QinetiQ offers you an opportunity to work on a broad range of exciting defence-based projects, with vast career progression across a global organisation, in addition to competitive personal and professional benefits. You’ll receive a competitive salary and benefits package: our basic salaries are very attractive, as we constantly review what’s happening in the market. The range of benefits we offer include adaptive and flexible / hybrid working, ample holiday entitlements, generous employer pension contributions, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, and the ability to purchase discounted Health Cash Plans, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance, plus much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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