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The Head of Finance is the lead finance professional for INSPECS Limited, responsible for financial leadership, commercial support and operational performance across a £25-30m business unit. Combining financial control with strategic business partnering, the role offers significant influence on pricing, profitability, forecasting and decision-making within a listed international Group. Client Details INSPECS Group plc is a leading global eyewear designer, manufacturer and distributor, supplying optical, sunglasses and safety products to customers in more than 80 countries worldwide. Listed on AIM and headquartered in Bath, the Group operates through a vertically integrated model, with international offices across Europe, North America and Asia, alongside manufacturing facilities in Vietnam, China and Italy. Driven by innovation, strategic growth and a strong portfolio of globally recognised brands, INSPECS continues to strengthen its position within the international eyewear market. This role sits within INSPECS Limited, a key trading business within the Group, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping commercial performance and supporting future growth. Description The Head of Finance is the lead finance professional for Inspecs Limited, responsible for financial leadership, commercial support and operational performance across the business. Working closely with senior management and Group Finance, the role combines financial control, reporting, forecasting and governance with commercial decision support to help drive growth, profitability and operational efficiency. Financial Leadership & Commercial Support • Provide financial insight and recommendations to support strategic decision-making., • Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes., • Support pricing, margin optimisation, profitability analysis, stock management and cost control initiatives., • Identify and communicate financial risks and opportunities to senior stakeholders., • Drive financial strategies that support business growth and operational performance. Financial Reporting & Control • Oversee the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely management reporting., • Monitor business performance through meaningful variance analysis and KPI reporting., • Maintain strong balance sheet control, including working capital management., • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls and Group reporting requirements., • Liaise with auditors, tax advisers and other external stakeholders. Leadership & Team Development • Lead, develop and mentor the finance team., • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and professional development., • Define clear responsibilities and performance expectations across the function. Group Finance & Operational Support • Partner closely with Group Finance to ensure alignment with reporting, governance and compliance requirements., • Support operational teams through financial analysis and business insight., • Drive process improvements, systems enhancements and controls to improve efficiency and effectiveness., • Oversee transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, credit control and reconciliations. Profile Essential: • Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience., • Strong leadership and people management experience within a finance function., • Proven experience in financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting., • Strong understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and controls., • Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data for strategic decision-making., • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable:, • Experience working within a Group finance structure., • Experience of working in distribution/consumer goods/brand business., • Experience in financial systems process improvements. Job Offer • Excellent base salary plus benefits., • Opportunity to lead finance for a significant business unit within a listed international Group., • Broad commercial remit with genuine influence over business performance and decision-making., • Significant exposure to senior leadership and Group Finance stakeholders., • High levels of autonomy, ownership and visibility., • Opportunity to shape the future direction of the finance function as the business continues to evolve., • Hybrid working arrangement with three days per week in the Bath office., • Long-term career development within a growing international organisation. Please note that Michael Page has been exclusively retained to manage this appointment. Any speculative or unsolicited CVs submitted directly to INSPECS Group plc, or via alternative routes, will be deemed to have been introduced by Michael Page and will be managed accordingly.

Quantity Surveyor - Water Infrastructure Taunton, Somerset £46,000 - £60,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Package An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering a major 5-year capital delivery programme for South West Water across Somerset. This role offers the chance to take commercial ownership of a varied portfolio of water infrastructure projects whilst working within a well-established and growing civil engineering business with a strong reputation in the utilities sector. Working closely with operational teams, the successful Quantity Surveyor will manage projects through the full commercial lifecycle - from procurement and subcontract management through to final account - with a strong emphasis on NEC contract administration, commercial performance, and client engagement. This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially driven QS who enjoys managing multiple schemes in a fast-paced environment and is looking to progress their career within a long-term framework. The Role As Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include: • Full commercial management of multiple infrastructure and capital works projects, • Administration of NEC contracts, including compensation events and change management, • Cost forecasting, CVR production, and financial reporting, • Procurement and management of subcontractors, • Supporting operational teams to maximise project profitability and performance, • Building and maintaining strong working relationships with both client and delivery teams, • Mentoring and supporting a Graduate Quantity Surveyor About You To be considered, you should have: • Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, utilities, water, or civil engineering, • Strong working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts, • Experience managing multiple projects concurrently, • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills, • The ability to work collaboratively within project and client-facing environments, • A proactive and organised approach to commercial management What's on Offer The successful Quantity Surveyor will receive: • Basic salary of £46,000 - £60,000, • £5,000 car allowance, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private pension contributions, • Private healthcare, • Long-term secured work through a major UK utilities framework, • Clear career progression and professional development opportunities If you're a Quantity Surveyor looking to join a forward-thinking contractor delivering essential infrastructure works across the South West, please get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website. JBRP1_UKTJ

FP&A Manager Full time hours Hybrid working: Typically, 3 days in office and 2 working from home £70,000 - £80,000 per annum + Company performance bonus + Benefits Permanent Westerleigh Crematorium Head Office (Near Bristol) Are you an experienced and qualified FP&A Manager with strong finance business partnering skills looking for a role where your expertise will have real impact? If so, we would love to hear from you! We are one of the largest independent operators of crematoria in the UK, supported by almost 500 empathetic and dedicated individuals. We have big ambitions; to grow and invest in our sites, maintain our vision, further develop our colleagues to provide best in class facilities for our customers. Like many of our colleagues, you might not have considered our industry before, however we offer ongoing investment in your development and an opportunity to become a part of something truly meaningful and significant. The role Finance is on a journey to becoming a trusted and commercially minded finance team that delivers excellence in the fundamentals while partnering the business with constructive insight, challenge, and support. We use data-driven decisions to strengthen performance, optimising Westerleigh service, and securing the long term sustainability of our crematoria and cemeteries helping to balance value, service & quality. The FP&A Manager supports the Head of FP&A in delivering all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting across the Group. This role acts as the second-in-command within the FP&A function, capable of holding the fort and ensuring continuity of leadership during periods when the Head of FP&A is engaged in strategic projects, investor reporting or external activity. The post-holder will lead the monthly reporting cycle, help compile SLT and board packs and drive insightful analysis, support operational and commercial decision-making, and help develop a high performance, business partnering culture across Finance. Key responsibilities include: Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting • Lead the quarterly reforecast processes, ensuring alignment with PE expectations and Board timelines. Provide clear updates to the board, aligning SLT members ahead of submission to CFO and CEO for review., • Develop models, scenario plans and sensitivities across material P&L and cash flow lines including revenue, cremation volumes, memorialisation, payroll, rent and rates and multi site cost bases., • Support long range planning and investment cases, including new crematoria developments, refurbishments and capacity expansions., • Maintain a Risk and Opportunity log, assessed for value, likelihood and effort and providing a range of outcomes for the coming year and the following year outturns.Management Reporting & Insight, • Own the monthly performance pack across P&L, cash flow and KPIs, ensuring clear narrative, variance analysis and actionable insight., • Analyse cremation volumes, market shares, pricing, memorial sales, labour trends and operational efficiency metrics across the estate., • Partner with the MDs for Core and Distinct and Site Managers to drive improvements in conversion, cost control and memorial performance., • Post-evaluate significant investment and provide tracker of latest IRRs and Payback, for example our Personalised Chapel technology investments., • Develop and improve monthly capex reporting, for both long-term construction of crematoria projects and shorter-term capex projects, automating where possible., • Continuous improve critical postings and accruals to ensure that recognition follows activity and commitments.Business Partnering, • Act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders across Operations, Property and Distinct., • Provide financial insight to support decisions on pricing, margin management, procurement initiatives and productivity improvements., • Support SLT preparation for Board meetings, investor reviews and site performance deep dives.Holding the Fort / Leadership, • Deputise fully for the Head of FP&A when required, ensuring continuity of reporting, planning and stakeholder engagement., • Coach and support the Data Analyst and BI Systems Developer on a day to day activity basis, helping to build modelling capability, analytical discipline and business acumen., • Maintain strong governance, ensuring data accuracy, consistency and adherence to financial controls and reporting standards.Projects & Continuous Improvement, • Lead analytical work on strategic projects such as new site openings, capital investments, memorialisation initiatives or pricing reviews., • Develop an operating one pager sign off process, alongside procurement improvements., • Enhance reporting tools and processes, supporting the evolution towards a more automated, insight-driven FP&A function., • Collaborate with IT/BI to improve data availability, dashboards and self service insight for operational leaders.What We Offer, • Opportunity to influence a growing, values-led national organisation., • Exposure to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders., • A role with genuine responsibility and scope for progression., • Opportunity to be part of significant improvement programme.About you, • Qualified Finance professional CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent, • Experienced FP&A Manager / Financial Planning & Analysis Manager or Commercial Finance Manager background, ideally within multi-site, consumer services, healthcare, infrastructure, hospitality, retail or PE backed environments., • Demonstrable experience running budget cycles, management reporting, financial modelling and finance business partnering., • Exceptional analytical and modelling skills., • Ability to translate numbers into insight and clear recommendations., • Good storytelling, strong communication skills, able to engage senior non-finance stakeholders., • Highly organised, calm under pressure, able to operate independently when required., • Comfortable in a purpose driven business where empathy, quality and professionalism matter., • Power BI knowledge., • Advanced Excel/Google Sheets., • NetSuite or SAP experience or similar., • Solution 7, IBM TM1, Anaplan or equivalent experience in maintaining models and clean master data.What We Offer If you would like to join the Westerleigh team, you can be sure of a warm welcome, ongoing training and development and a sense of pride by truly making a difference every day to the families we serve. No two days are the same and many of our Managers have developed their careers within the business. The values we champion are Safety First, Exceptional Care, Uniquely Personal and One Team. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for the following benefits: • Company performance bonus, • 33 days holiday (Includes 8 days bank holiday), • Life Assurance, • A choice between 7% employer pension contribution or 5% contribution + private healthcare cover (Bupa), • Access to a wide range of retail discounts and wellbeing support, • Ongoing learning & development, • Employee Assistance / Occupational health support Program, • Mindfulness App, • Mental Health First Ambassadors, • The benefit we hope youll never need: Free Cremation benefit for Immediate family, • Bereavement Leave, • Enhanced maternity & paternity pay, • Recognition scheme, • Free Flu jab, • Free parkingWhat next? Start a career with significance by applying today. We generally advertise vacancies for a minimum of 1 week before reviewing applications. We reserve the right to close the application window sooner if a significant number of applications are received. If youre not contacted, please assume you have been unsuccessful. Unfortunately, feedback is not always possible due to the volume of applications we receive. JBRP1_UKTJ

Overview We're looking for an experienced Property and Infrastructure Lead to shape the future of our estate and make a real impact across more than 50 sites nationwide. If you're driven by strategic planning, sustainability, compliance, and creating spaces that enable teams to thrive, this is a brilliant opportunity to lead change in a growing and forward-thinking organisation. About the Role As our Property and Infrastructure Lead, you'll oversee the strategic and operational management of our entire property portfolio - over one million square feet across the UK. You will define the long-term property strategy, ensure compliance across the estate, and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners. This is a senior role working closely with Commercial, Infrastructure, Finance, Operations, Aviva Group Property, and local authorities to ensure our sites remain safe, compliant, future-focused, and aligned with our sustainability ambitions. Responsibilities • Creating and delivering the long-term property strategy for Solus, • Managing a portfolio of 50+ properties, mainly industrial sites, • Overseeing asset management, leasing, business rates, utilities, and property legal matters, • Ensuring full statutory and regulatory compliance across the estate, • Building and maintaining strong relationships with landlords, councils, suppliers, and Aviva Group functions, • Influencing investment decisions and shaping the future infrastructure of the business, • Leading and developing team members, while supporting capability growth across the wider department, • Mitigating financial, legal, and operational risks through strong governance and planning Qualifications • Professional expertise in asset management and capital programmes, • Strong knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements, including energy efficiency standards, • Experience leading change and guiding teams through transformation, • Understanding of sustainability, lifecycle planning, and long-term portfolio management, • Excellent stakeholder management skills, • Strategic thinking and the ability to plan 1-10 years ahead, • Degree-level education (or equivalent), • MRICS qualification with post-qualification experience, • A management qualification (or evidence of significant leadership development), • Property legal knowledge is desirable but not essential Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: • Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications., • Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus., • Company pension scheme with employer contributions., • 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days., • Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts., • Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme., • Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave., • Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days. JBRP1_UKTJ

Position: Regional Property Manager Location: South West of the UK (regional travel required) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + company car allowance & benefits At Dignity, we take great pride in the care we provide to families across the UK. Our Funeral Operations division depends on safe, well-maintained, dignified spaces, whether funeral homes, care centres, crematoria, or other specialist facilities. We're now seeking a Regional Property Manager to oversee our estate across the North region and ensure every location reflects the high standards our clients and colleagues deserve. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated property professional to take ownership of a diverse, meaningful estate portfolio while driving improvements that directly support frontline funeral teams. The Purpose of the Role As Regional Property Manager, you will be the primary point of contact for all property-related activity across the North. You'll manage repairs, maintenance, statutory compliance, and refurbishment projects, ensuring each site remains safe, compliant, and operational at all times. You'll balance reactive issues with well-planned maintenance programmes, scope and deliver refurbishment work (typically up to £500k), and act as a trusted advisor to Funeral Operations leaders across your region. What You'll Be Doing: • Oversee maintenance and lifecycle planning across a large, multi-site funeral operations estate., • Scope, plan, and project manage refurbishment and improvement works, delivering on time, on budget, and to high quality standards., • Ensure absolute compliance with statutory requirements, Building Control, CDM regulations, and Health & Safety legislation., • Act as the main point of contact for reactive repairs, ensuring quick, safe, and effective resolution of issues that impact frontline funeral services., • Carry out regular property inspections, identifying risks, improvement opportunities, and investment needs., • Manage and monitor contractors, ensuring strong performance and adherence to Dignity standards., • Build and manage regional capital and revenue budgets, providing clear forecasting and financial reporting., • Produce regular updates for stakeholders including Heads of Region, Cluster Leaders, Care Centre Teams, and Central Operations., • Drive continuous improvement, embedding preventative maintenance culture, contractor reviews, and best practice. What Success Looks Like, • Maintenance, compliance, and PPM programmes delivered consistently across all sites., • High-quality project delivery with clear cost control and timely completion., • Strong contractor performance and value for money demonstrated regionwide., • Properties remain safe, compliant, and operational at all times., • Clear, proactive communication with Funeral Operations colleagues. About You This role would suit someone who: • Has substantial experience in multi-site property management, maintenance, or refurbishment-ideally within a regulated or sensitive environment such as healthcare, care, or funeral services., • Is technically strong, comfortable interpreting drawings, specifications, and feasibility assessments., • Has successfully delivered refurbishment projects up to £500k, ideally with CDM responsibility., • Thrives in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities., • Communicates clearly, professionally, and confidently with stakeholders at all levels., • Brings financial discipline, with experience managing both capital and revenue budgets., • Can build positive relationships across operational teams, contractors, and central functions. Knowledge Skills & Qualifications, • Experience in property, estates, facilities, or construction management across dispersed portfolios., • Strong understanding of statutory compliance, risk assessments, and Health & Safety., • MRICS (or working towards), or equivalent practical professional experience., • Degree-level qualification in Property, Building Surveying, Construction Management, FM or similar (or strong equivalent experience)., • IOSH/NEBOSH desirable., • Competent with Microsoft Office; experience with PPM systems or property audit software is an advantage. What you get from us, • Competitive annual salary, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • £4,500 car allowance, • Up to 10% company bonus, • X2 life assurance, • BUPA private healthcare cover, • 4% pension scheme matched What are the next steps? If this sounds like the next step in your career and you're ready to support families and lead with professionalism, simply hit the 'apply' button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. About Us At Dignity, we're here for families when it matters most. With compassion, professionalism, and integrity at the heart of everything we do, we take pride in supporting people through one of life's most difficult moments. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering exceptional service and care to those who need us. With over 500 funeral homes across the UK, Dignity Funerals is a trusted presence in local communities, operating under respected and well-known local names. We're proud to offer a truly personal and attentive service, one that's tailored to the individual needs and wishes of every family we support. We're also part of the wider Dignity Group, a growing organisation with the unique ability to support every aspect of end-of-life planning and care. This includes: • Our Crematoria and Memorials Group, managing 45 crematoria nationwide, • Dignity Funeral Plans, giving people peace of mind by allowing them to plan ahead, • The recently acquired Farewill, a leading provider of online wills and probate services Together, our goal is simple: to provide families with continuity, care, and clarity, from planning and preparation through to the funeral itself, and beyond. FCA Statement Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to adopting the highest standards and we do this by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be providing your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company and communities based on our principles whilst celebrating our differences. We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and to take decisive, informed and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. JBRP1_UKTJ