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Our client is a not-for-profit social enterprise supporting NHS GP out of hours and urgent primary care services in the Midlands. Rated as 'Outstanding' by the CQC, they have built a respected reputation throughout the region. As Performance, Insight & Reporting Manager you will support the Director of Performance & Delivery in the strategic delivery of various data analytics, KPI metrics and insight reporting to regulatory / statutory bodies. Client Details NHS Organisation Description Key Responsibilities: Leadership of the Performance Function: • Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of the Performance team, ensuring high standards of accuracy, insight and delivery., • Lead the development and improvement of performance reporting frameworks, KPIs, dashboards and monitoring tools., • Ensure high-quality data assurance, governance and validation processes are in place., • Work collaboratively with Heads of Department to ensure performance insight and systems support operational effectiveness and digital delivery., • Support strategic and operational planning through provision of analysis, insight and performance intelligence., • Oversee compliance monitoring and evidence gathering required for contractual, regulatory and statutory bodies (e.g., NHS England, ICBs, CQC)., • Ensure organisational policies, processes and standards are followed and regularly reviewed., • Lead the audit programme covering quality improvement audits, national/local audits and responsive audits arising from incidents., • Ensure audit outcomes translate into actionable improvement plans and monitor delivery to completion., • Support the Director in delivering key strategic and operational programmes across the directorate., • Lead assigned projects and workstreams, ensuring progress, risk management, delivery and evaluation., • Provide data, insight, problem-solving and assurance support to cross-departmental projects., • Build effective, collaborative relationships across the Directorate and wider organisation, and maintain strong, constructive partnerships with external stakeholders involved in quality and performance oversight, including ICBs, CQC and NHS England., • Present performance and improvement information clearly to colleagues at all levels, adapting style to audience., • Provide day-to-day line management and development for Performance and Delivery team members., • Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance across the Directorate. Key Skills & Experience: • Degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Health Management, Business, Data Analytics, Public Health)., • Evidence of continuous professional development, • relevant to performance, quality, or data management., • Understanding of healthcare systems, NHS structures, and regulatory frameworks (CQC, ICBs, NHS England)., • Experience working with digital reporting tools and dashboards., • Experience in data analysis, insight generation, and performance reporting to support decision making., • Experience in compliance, audit, or assurance aligned with statutory, regulatory, or contractual requirements., • Experience in project/programme management, including planning, risk management, and delivery of transformation initiatives, • Qualification or formal training in data, analytics, or performance measurement, • Advanced training or certification in data tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, SQL) Opportunity to work with Senior Management on Data & Reporting Initiatives Opportunity to support on implementing Power BI & advanced analytics

Overview The IT Infrastructure and Operations Manager leads the delivery, performance, and continuous improvement of IT services across the organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical expertise across infrastructure, cloud (Azure/M365/SaaS), networking, and end-user services. The role combines strategic oversight with day-to-day accountability for service performance, while providing technical leadership across the IT estate. Working closely with the IT Director, the role supports the development and execution of the Infrastructure and Operations roadmap, ensuring services are secure, resilient, and aligned to business priorities within a project-driven construction environment. As part of the IT Leadership Team, the role is responsible for driving service excellence, improving operational maturity, and ensuring internal teams and suppliers deliver reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective services. Key Responsibilities • Oversee IT operations, maintenance, and service performance., • Ensure issues are effectively identified, tracked, and resolved., • Lead service availability improvements and manage major outages., • Develop, maintain, and test disaster recovery and continuity plans., • Identify critical systems and prioritise risk mitigation., • Ensure services meet agreed service levels., • Resolve service delivery issues and drive improvements., • Manage supplier performance against KPIs., • Drive service improvements and handle escalations or disputes., • Support contract negotiations and ensure alignment with business goals., • Assess risk and lead implementation of changes., • Plan and manage releases, including rollback and post-release review., • Ensure compliance and control of IT assets., • Oversee storage, backup, and data protection to maintain security and availability., • Lead root cause analysis and implement preventative measures., • Manage major incidents and reduce recurrence through trend analysis., • Evaluate new technologies and assess organisational impact., • Extensive Infrastructure and IT Operations background as demonstrated by practical experience, • Strong technical knowledge across networking (SD WAN), telephony (Teams), Cloud Infrastructure (Azure & M365, Teams / SharePoint and desktop technologies / applications., • Previous experience running an “end to end”, multi-skilled IT Operations teams, able to create a sense of team, purpose and development., • Previous experience partnering closely with Managed Service Providers, holding them to account and able to act as day to day single point of IT contact., • Previous experience presenting to / creating materials for IT and business leaders., • Demonstrable track record of on-going technical progression and championing a learning culture within the team acting as a technical mentor., • Willingness to travel to business sites as required., • Potential to be accepted for Security Clearance, • Can demonstrate ability to lead multiple relevant stakeholder groups to resolve operational incidents acting as the single IT point of contact., • Track record of driving appropriate process adherence (e.g. ITIL methodologies / elements of), • Accountable for ensuring compliance with key governance and processes such as SLAM., • Experience operating in a change control and configuration management environment.

Production Manager £48,000 to £53,000 per annum, dependant on experience + Company Benefits Commutable from Birmingham, Dudley, Stourbridge, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Walsall An excellent opportunity for an experienced production manager looking to join a well-established, local company where you will play a key role in driving operational performance, continuous improvement, and team development. The company are industry leaders in their sector and work with a range of reputable customers across the UK. They are currently looking for a Production Manager to join the team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring KPIs across safety, quality, and delivery are consistently met. You will work closely with planning to achieve production targets and schedules, while leading and developing team leaders and shop floor staff through effective performance management and training. The role will involve driving continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives, monitoring performance and reporting on KPIs, and ensuring full compliance with health and safety regulations while promoting a strong safety-first culture. This role would suit an experienced Production Manager with a background in manufacturing or fabrication who ideally understands the process of manipulating sheet metal (such as cutting, welding, painting) looking for a hands-on role with real responsibility and the opportunity to influence processes, culture, and long-term growth. The Role: • Overseeing daily production, ensuring KPIs across safety, quality, and delivery are met, working with planning to achieve production targets and schedules, leading and developing team leaders and shop floor staff, driving continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives, • Monitoring performance, reporting on KPIs, and improving processes, • Ensuring health & safety compliance and promoting a safety-first culture, • Experienced Production Manager, preferable within the Engineering/fabrication industry, • Knowledge/understanding of sheet metal and associated processes, • Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies, • Ability to analyse performance data and report at management level, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across the business Reference Number. BBBH272741 To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sophie Fox at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Working with a leading brand in Birmingham in their search for an IT Change Programme Director to join them on a permanent basis. Paying £110,000 base + £9,000 car allowance + 15 bonus. Hybrid working. Extensive experience in enterprise scale IT portfolio management and change delivery, with accountability for complex, multi year programmes - Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, PMO practices, and financial management, including portfolio prioritisation, benefits realisation, and investment decision making aligned to functional and enterprise strategy. - Demonstrable experience in anticipating, assessing, and managing operational and portfolio level delivery risk, applying sound judgement to navigate ambiguity, dependencies, and competing priorities. - Expertise in stakeholder engagement and cross functional integration, influencing senior leaders and facilitating alignment across IT, business functions, and external partners to achieve shared outcomes. - Proven capability in leading through managers, building high performing teams, developing leadership capability, and holding leaders accountable for delivery, performance, and cultural outcomes. - Expertise in managing external service providers and strategic partners, with strong commercial acumen across contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and value optimisation. Demonstrated ability to lead change at scale, championing continuous improvement, modern delivery practices, and adoption of new technologies to enhance business outcomes. - Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills, including the ability to challenge constructively, manage difficult conversations, and negotiate trade at executive level. - Qualifications in project/programme management and experience of working with other frameworks/methodologies such as COBIT, ITIL, Agile and TOGAF.

Job Title: Associate Director, Children in Care and Care Experienced Location: Dudley Contract: Interim/Temporary Rates: Competitive Job Overview: • Our children's and young people social care teams plays a critical role in driving the vision and delivery of high-quality, effective safeguarding and support services for families with responsibility for overseeing multi-disciplinary teams that work collaboratively to protect vulnerable children and adults, promote family resilience, and improve outcomes., • Leading the development and implementation of strategies that ensure early intervention, prevention, and tailored support for families experiencing complex challenges and championing a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and child-centred approach, ensuring safeguarding practices are robust, proportionate, and focused on achieving long-term positive change., • To provide strategic leadership, professional accountability, and operational oversight for services that safeguard, support and improve outcomes for children in care and care experienced young people., • To be professional responsibility for ensuring that children who cannot live with their families experience safe, loving, stable and aspirational care, with a clear focus on permanence, sufficiency, quality of practice and achieving the best possible outcomes. This includes a strong drive to support more children to remain connected to, and cared for within, their home communities wherever it is safe to do so., • To have a proven track record of developing children's residential provision and fostering services at pace, alongside the ability to lead complex change, mature commissioning arrangements, and deliver improvement and financial sustainability within a demanding statutory environment., • To be a member of the Council's Senior Leadership Team, supporting organisational transformation, maximising use of technology/automation and cultivating a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement, efficiency, and improved customer experience and choice., • To support the delivery of the Council Improvement Programme, implementing the new operating model, and ensuring that all transformation work streams have clear deliverables to modernise service delivery., • To ensure evidence-based decision-making and, robust financial management, and to model effective leadership behaviours and accountabilities underpinned by adherence to the Nolan Principles, while articulating a compelling vision for change., • To act as the lead and direct the provision of children's social care to meet statutory and regulatory expectations whilst driving excellence, inclusion and innovation across the remit.

Sales & Commercial Coordinator UK Operations – Automotive Quality & Engineering Services • Location: Erdington, Birmingham, • Reporting to: Director of Sales UK & Belgium, • Employment Type: Full-Time, on-site, • Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday- 08.00am-17.00pm-1 hr lunch break About Us: Formel D is the global service provider for the industry. We develop market-leading concepts, as well as individual and scalable solutions throughout the entire value chain of the production process, from the design phase, industrialization, production and after-sales. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Cologne (Germany). We currently have a team of several thousand people located in 45 nations, and more than 90 locations in 21 countries, working daily at the core of the industry. Our drive is passion, team spirit and professionalism in everything we do, and our success is based on the satisfaction of our customers, which makes us stand out as a premium supplier within the sector. Role Overview We are seeking an organised, proactive, and commercially focused Sales & Commercial Coordinator to support the continued growth of our UK operations. Working closely with the Sales Director, this role will play a key part in maintaining CRM accuracy, managing sales pipeline activity, supporting customer communication, and ensuring commercial opportunities are effectively tracked and progressed. The successful candidate will help drive commercial efficiency across the business through strong organisation, attention to detail, and consistent follow-up management. This role would suit someone from a sales support, recruitment agency sales, account management, or commercial coordination background looking to develop a long-term career within sales and business development. Key Responsibilities CRM & Pipeline Management • Maintain and manage the company CRM system ensuring all customer activity and opportunities are accurately recorded, • Monitor pipeline activity and support progression of commercial opportunities, • Ensure customer follow-ups, actions, and tasks are completed within agreed timescales, • Maintain accurate customer records, contact data, and commercial information, • Produce regular pipeline and sales activity reports for management review, • Support forecasting and opportunity tracking activities, • Identify dormant or inactive opportunities for follow-up Commercial Support • Support preparation of quotations, presentations, and commercial documentation, • Assist with customer communications and meeting coordination, • Prepare meeting summaries and track completion of actions, • Support tender and RFQ administration activities, • Coordinate internal commercial documentation and approvals, • Assist with maintaining customer account information and records Business Development Support • Support outbound customer engagement activities, • Assist with LinkedIn and business development initiatives, • Support account management activities for existing UK customers, • Help maintain strong customer relationships through professional communication and follow-up, • Support identification of potential growth opportunities within existing accounts Candidate Requirements Essential • Previous experience within sales support, commercial coordination, recruitment agency sales, account management, or customer-focused commercial roles, • Strong organisational and administrative skills, • Excellent attention to detail, • Strong communication skills both written and verbal, • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, • Good Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, • Self-motivated and proactive attitude, • Professional and customer-focused approach, • RTW in the UK without restrictions (PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIPS) Desirable • Experience using CRM systems, • Automotive, engineering, manufacturing, or service industry experience, • Experience supporting sales or commercial teams, • Understanding of pipeline management and reporting, • Experience preparing quotations or commercial documentation Personal Attributes • Organised and process-driven, • Commercially aware, • Strong follow-up discipline, • Confident communicator, • Positive and professional attitude, • Ability to work independently and within a team, • Driven to support business growth and continuous improvement What Success Looks Like In This Role • CRM consistently maintained to a high standard, • Strong pipeline visibility and reporting accuracy, • Improved customer follow-up discipline, • Reduced lost opportunities due to inactivity, • High-quality commercial administration support, • Improved organisation and efficiency across the sales function Career Development This role offers excellent long-term career progression opportunities within a growing commercial team, including potential future development into Account Management or Business Development positions.

Senior Account Executive- Commercial Account Executives are instrumental in the strategic management of client relationships, championing insurance products and maintaining a high standard of customer service. This pivotal role requires a thorough understanding of insurance policies, risk management, and excellent communication skills, both in managing client relationships and leading internal teams. The role involves a combination of handling and developing your own clients end-to-end, as well as working with Account Handlers and other Directors to meet clients’ needs, ultimately helping the business achieve its objectives and drive continued growth. You will also be responsible for line managing a team, predominantly Account Handlers. This includes people management and overseeing personal development. Key Responsibilities: Client Acquisition and Retention • Service and administer a portfolio of commercial and property insurance clients in a timely, professional, and compliant manner. Analyse clients’ insurance needs and recommend suitable coverage options, liaising with the wider team where required., • Ensure the Demands & Needs (DNA) process is followed for all clients, with particular focus on increasing penetration in areas currently below company average, such as D&O and Cyber., • Build and maintain strong client relationships by attending meetings, understanding demands and needs, and providing informed advice on a wide range of coverages. Ensure a clear plan exists for all clients, including face-to-face meetings where possible, including face-to-face meetings where possible., • Take responsibility for local placement relationships, including arranging meetings, supporting insurer training for staff, and maintaining up-to-date contact lists., • Attend internal placement meetings as required, contributing insight and updates. Policy Management • Evaluate insurance policies to ensure they meet clients’ requirements., • Assist clients in understanding policy terms, conditions, and coverage., • Process policy renewals, endorsements, and cancellations efficiently., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records on the company electronic filing system. Risk Assessment and Compliance • Conduct risk assessments for clients and provide recommendations for coverage or mitigation., • Ensure your team adheres to regulatory and company standards, including FCA, GDPR, and internal policies., • Support continuous improvement of team processes, systems, and client service delivery. Customer Service • Address client inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally., • Act as a liaison between clients and insurance carriers, ensuring timely resolution of issues and claims., • Establish and manage strategic partner relationships and foster strong connections with potential clients, influencers, and suppliers. People Management and Development • Team Leadership & Performance Management: Conduct regular 1:1s, appraisals, and performance reviews. Set clear objectives and monitor progress to ensure the team meets client and business expectations., • Talent Development & Coaching: Support and develop team members to enhance skills, engagement, and career progression. Provide constructive feedback, mentoring, and learning opportunities., • Workload & Resource Management: Allocate work effectively across the team, ensuring efficiency, fairness, and alignment with client priorities. Monitor pre-renewals, renewals, and ongoing client requirements., • Engagement & Wellbeing: Promote a positive team culture, recognising achievements, encouraging collaboration, and maintaining morale. Conduct regular wellbeing check-ins, particularly during periods of change., • Conflict & Issue Resolution: Address performance or interpersonal issues promptly, transparently, and professionally, escalating where necessary. We welcome applications from individuals who meet the essential criteria through relevant experience or transferable skills. Additional desirable skills, attributes, or qualifications will be considered an advantage. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Essential: • Experience in a similar Account Executive or Account Director role within commercial and/or property insurance, • Demonstrable experience retaining and growing an existing portfolio of clients, alongside identifying, generating, and converting new business opportunities, • Experience dealing directly with insurance markets, including working with insurers and placement teams to secure appropriate cover, • Proactive line management experience, including regular 1:1s, performance management, and ownership of personal development plans, • Strong understanding of compliance responsibilities, including FCA requirements and Consumer Duty, • Good technical knowledge of insurance products, with the ability to present confidently to clients or internal audiences on insurance-related topics when required (with appropriate training and support), • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels, • Ability to work efficiently under pressure, with excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills, • Confident in the use of relevant systems and software for client management, documentation, and analysis, • An innovative and creative approach to problem-solving, with the ability to demonstrate how this has supported client retention or business development Desirable: • Professional insurance qualification, such as ACII, or working towards, • Experience within Commercial General and/or Real Estate insurance, • Exposure to team or business change, including supporting colleagues through transition NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.

Role: Head of External Partnerships Location: Birmingham (at least two days/week on site) Salary: £70,000 to £80,000 Contract: Permanent, full-time We're delighted to be partnered with a unique business in their search for a Head of External Partnerships. This role will see you managing a sizeable team responsible for new business development and generation of long-term strategic partnerships with external commercial businesses. As the Head of External Partnerships, you will be responsible for: • Supporting a three year strategic commercial plan during a period of heavy transformation, • Creating a feasible commercial sales target and developing a plan with your team to achieve said target, • Driving the growth of commercial partnerships with external enterprises, • Identifying business opportunities through market research and developing business plans to capitalise, • Working with the marketing and operations team to enact business proposals, • Managing an experienced team of business development professionals, • Monitoring ongoing performance of commercial activities using sales and financial metrics, • Preparing reports for the senior leadership team, and presenting updates to the directorship, • Continuous improvement of business development strategies, and training colleagues as necessary This is a strategic and senior-operating hire that will be both on the tools, but also dealing with senior leadership on a daily basis, and actively working towards a massive new growth trajectory from the business. To be successful in this role, you will need: • To be highly experienced as a Head of Commercial or Commercial Director, • Proven experience in sales and/or marketing, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to business partner senior leadership, • Team management skills, leading a sizeable business development team, • Skilled at creating insightful reports and monitoring commercial progress Please note this role is based at least two days/week in Birmingham and will require infrequent travel.

Head of Operations – ADHD Assessment & Treatment Service Location: UK (Hybrid / Remote with travel as required) Reporting to: Managing Director Role Purpose The Head of Operations is responsible for the end-to-end operational delivery, performance, and scalability of a national ADHD assessment and treatment service (adult and CAMHS). You will design, build, and manage the systems, people, and processes required to deliver a high-volume, efficient, and fully compliant service—ensuring patients move smoothly from referral through assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. This is a hands-on leadership role with full accountability for service performance, patient flow, and operational profitability. Key Responsibilities 1. Service Delivery & Patient Pathway • Own and manage the full patient journey:, • Referral → triage → booking → assessment → diagnosis → prescribing → follow-up, • Ensure effective coordination between:, • Assessors (e.g. RMNs / clinicians), • Prescribers, • Patient coordination team, • Develop and maintain clear SOPs across all stages, • Identify and resolve delays, inefficiencies, and drop-offs in the pathway 2. Operational Performance & KPIs • Own core service metrics, including:, • Referral-to-assessment time, • Conversion rates (enquiry → assessment), • DNA (Did Not Attend) rates, • Clinician utilisation, • Time from diagnosis to prescribing, • Build dashboards and performance reporting tools, • Drive continuous improvement across all operational processes 3. Capacity Planning & Workforce Management • Optimise clinician scheduling to maximise utilisation, • Forecast demand and align staffing levels accordingly, • Oversee recruitment and onboarding of:, • Assessors, • Prescribers (in coordination with Clinical Lead), • Patient coordinators / admin staff, • Ensure capacity meets referral demand without delays 4. Commercial & Financial Oversight • Manage operational budgets and cost efficiency, • Monitor revenue performance across:, • Assessments, • Follow-ups, • Treatment pathways, • Improve profitability through:, • Efficient scheduling, • Reduced unused clinical capacity, • Improved conversion rates 5. Patient Experience • Ensure a high-quality, responsive patient journey, • Oversee onboarding processes including:, • Pre-assessment documentation, • Patient communications workflows, • Reduce waiting times and improve service accessibility, • Manage escalations, complaints, and service recovery 6. Systems & Infrastructure • Implement and manage:, • CRM / patient management systems, • Booking and scheduling platforms, • Digital forms and assessment workflows, • Drive automation to reduce manual administration, • Ensure secure and accurate handling of patient data 7. Governance & Compliance (Operational) • Ensure compliance with:, • Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, • GDPR and data protection regulations, • Maintain robust audit trails and documentation, • Support Clinical Lead with operational governance requirements, • Oversee incident reporting and complaints systems 8. Leadership & Team Management • Lead and develop:, • Patient coordination team, • Scheduling and admin staff, • Set clear KPIs and performance expectations, • Build a structured, accountable, high-performance culture, • Provide training, support, and ongoing development Key Performance Indicators • Referral to assessment time: [target to be defined], • Clinician utilisation: 80–90% target, • Conversion rate (enquiry → assessment): 60% target, • DNA rate: [target to be defined], • Time from diagnosis to prescribing: [target to be defined], • Patient satisfaction and retention: high and improving trend Experience • Senior operations experience in:, • Healthcare services, clinics, or diagnostics, • High-volume, process-driven environments, • Proven ability to build or scale services, • Experience managing teams and operational performance, • Strong commercial awareness and ownership of budgets or P&L, • Experience implementing systems, workflows, and reporting structures Desirable Experience • Experience within ADHD or mental health services, • Familiarity with NHS England pathways, • Experience in private healthcare service delivery models Key Skills • Strong operational leadership and execution, • Data-driven decision making, • Process design and optimisation, • Workforce planning and scheduling, • Commercial and financial acumen, • Ability to work at pace in a scaling organisation

Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers support the Lead Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers, the Director of Nursing and Deputy Director of Regulation and Quality Improvement to achieve Barchester's business objectives in attaining regulatory compliance, and driving continuous quality i

As a not-for-profit social enterprise, our healthcare services are values-driven and innovative. This is an exciting and rewarding role with the opportunity to make a real difference in improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. It requires a high level of commitment, strategic leadership, clinical expertise, and independence of mind. We believe it offers a unique opportunity for the successful applicant to shape and influence a caring, growing, and forward-thinking out-of-hours and urgent care organisation, bringing their own personality, vision, and skills to the role. Job share or split roles may also be considered, particularly where responsibilities are aligned across clinical governance and strategy and business growth. Main duties of the job The Medical Director is the senior clinical leader within Badger Healthcare Group, accountable for the delivery of excellence in clinical quality, safety and governance across all services. The role provides both strategic and operational clinical leadership to ensure the organisation consistently delivers safe, high-quality, patient-centred care in line with its social enterprise values, statutory and contractual responsibilities, and local and national priorities. As a core member of the executive team, the post holder brings strong clinical leadership to digital transformation, innovation, business growth and service diversification, ensuring clinical priorities are central to organisational strategy and delivery. The Medical Director leads the organisations approach to clinical risk management and continuous improvement, while building influential relationships across health, care and Voluntary, Community, Faith & Social Enterprise (VCFSE) partners to support the development of integrated and sustainable services. The role includes responsibility as Caldicott Guardian and participation in the senior on-call rota.

Associate Director - Mechanical Birmingham About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for an Associate Director to play a key role in delivering high quality, sustainable mechanical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. You will join our Mechanical team based in our Birmingham office. We’ve got a history as long as your arm – longer probably as we’re 164 years old and it all started in Birmingham. Today we’re focussed on how we can help our clients by providing leading consultancy on the things that matter to them. We’re looking for people who want to help us shape the future, who love a challenge and want their work to have a real impact on real people in the city they live in. We are a recognised leader in the built environment, shaping some of the most ambitious and technically demanding projects across the residential, hospitality, leisure, commercial, and complex engineering sectors. Our work spans cutting-edge healthcare and research facilities, high-performance data centres, critical infrastructure and state-of-the-art manufacturing and technology environments projects that push boundaries and deliver real-world impact. Driven by a commitment to excellence, we combine innovation, technical expertise, and practical delivery to create solutions that are not only robust and reliable, but forward-thinking and sustainable. Our teams work at the forefront of the industry, collaborating with leading clients across the public and private sectors, both locally and internationally. Working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high-performing work culture. You will hold a senior leadership role with significant responsibility for the delivery, commercial performance and external reputation of the mechanical discipline. You will lead multiple large‑scale, technically complex projects, drive business development, develop long‑term client relationships and build the external profile of the team and firm. You will lead by example, create an environment that attracts and retains high‑performing people, and identify opportunities to add value beyond project scope to secure future work. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Build and maintain client and consultant relationships; secure new business and negotiate scope and fees., • Lead interviews, bid preparation and consultant appointment negotiations., • Define client briefs and ensure delivery of technically accurate, high‑quality solutions., • Lead delivery and take ownership of profitable large or technically complex schemes., • Represent Hoare Lea at project and principal meetings across disciplines., • Develop, lead and mentor a high‑performing team; manage workload, performance objectives and succession planning., • Chair team management meetings and monitor team expenditure., • Manage and mitigate project and business risks; ensure compliance with procurement and contractual requirements., • Promote HL services and sector development; share technical knowledge firmwide and act as a technical point of contact., • Contribute to central management, business improvement projects and open communication across the business. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Chartered engineer (or equivalent professional recognition)., • Strong technical expertise in mechanical design and current regulations., • Extensive relevant industry experience delivering complex projects to tight timescales., • Good understanding of other building services disciplines and integrated project teams., • Proven commercial and client‑development skills; builds lasting professional relationships., • Demonstrable leadership: motivates teams, manages performance and drives succession planning., • Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills., • Organised, IT literate (relevant design/office software)., • Committed to continuous professional development and wider industry engagement. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more. Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. 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Join REAL Success as a Head of Operations Full-time, Monday to Friday, Hybrid Working £38,000 - £50,000 per annum DOE Additional holiday, expenses and company pension Home-based with some travel, including to our Solihull Office. Our Business REAL Success Ltd is the UK’s only specialist consultancy offering a blend of people development, HR support, and training exclusively to the agricultural sector. Our unique training and support programmes are helping farms become employers of choice and transforming how people are led, supported, and developed in UK agriculture. We are now looking for an experienced, driven, and highly organised Head of Operations to play a pivotal role in leading our day-to-day operations, supporting business growth, and ensuring exceptional service delivery across our clients, partners, and team. The Role As the Head of Operations, you will lead the business with the Managing Director, with roles and responsibilities including: • Overseeing daily business operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and continuous improvement across all areas, • Supporting the Managing Director with strategic planning, reporting, and business development initiatives, • Leading and managing the internal team, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff development, • Overseeing and supporting all REAL Success Partners, ensuring strong relationships and high standards of delivery, • Working closely with the Finance & Operations Manager to maintain oversight of cash flow, budgets, and financial performance, • Reviewing profit & loss performance and contributing to forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning, • Overseeing key accounts alongside the Key Account Manager, ensuring high-quality service delivery, • Supporting contract pricing, proposals, and commercial decision-making, • Providing HR guidance and support internally and to clients where required, • Leading marketing activity, including social media, website content, and monthly newsletters, • Organising and attending company events, including planning, logistics, and delivery, • Contributing to business development, new service design, and identifying new income streams All training and inductions will be completed at our Solihull office. Qualifications & Licenses required • A full UK Driving license as travel to the Solihull office is required, • Proof of UK right to work, • GCSEs in Maths & English You You will need: • Proven experience in Operations or similar leadership role, • Strong commercial and financial awareness, including budgets and P&L, • Excellent leadership and people management skills, • The ability to develop systems, processes, and drive operational improvements, • Previous experience or knowledge in basic HR, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, • Excellent communication skills and confidence working with clients and stakeholders, • Experience using CRM systems such as HubSpot, • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a hands-on approach, • A positive attitude and passion for delivering high-quality work Experience within agriculture is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. The Benefits In return, we aim to offer: • A strong work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working, • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, • Your birthday off every year, • Competitive salary based on experience, • A laptop, phone, and any equipment required, • No weekend or bank holiday working, • A supportive, driven, and friendly team environment, • Opportunities for personal and professional development Location Our office is based in Solihull, West Midlands, within easy reach of the M42 motorway. Initial interviews will likely happen over Teams before attending a final interview at our Solihull office. If you feel you have the ambition and drive to match our own, please apply as an Head of Operations. Applications with a cover letter will receive priority. Contact James Harris for more details. For more details regarding REAL Success Ltd, please head over to our website -

Job title: Head of Service – Public Protection Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: Job Descriptions | We Are Sandwell Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Public Protection to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on environmental protection, regulatory and public protection services, preparing and presenting robust, evidence‑based reports., • Lead the effective and efficient delivery of the Council’s environmental protection and environmental enforcement services, ensuring statutory compliance and high professional standards., • Deliver customer‑focused Regulatory Services, including general licensing and taxi licensing, and fulfil the Council’s responsibilities as a Licensing Authority and local Weights and Measures Authority., • Lead the Council’s work on animal health and welfare, promoting the Animal Welfare Charter across the organisation and local communities., • Ensure the Council fulfils its statutory duties relating to pest control and infestations under relevant legislation, including the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949 and the Environmental Protection Act 1990., • Support responsible business practices and protect residents through an effective Trading Standards service, including product safety and underage sales enforcement., • Ensure delivery of the Council’s Environmental Health responsibilities, including food hygiene and safety, statutory nuisance and health and safety enforcement., • Work closely with the Head of Public Realm to maintain high standards of street cleanliness through coordinated enforcement, with a particular focus on reducing fly‑tipping., • Lead the management and coordinated response to unauthorised encampments, working with internal and external partners to minimise impacts on residents., • Ensure the Council delivers its responsibilities under the Duty to Protect, safeguarding vulnerable individuals and communities., • Manage and coordinate the Environment and Public Protection Business Support Team, ensuring efficient and effective service support., • Provide expert advice on new and emerging legislation and best practice across environmental health, regulatory and enforcement functions., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a high‑support / high‑challenge approach to drive improvement., • Ensure robust financial and resource management, delivering agreed outcomes and performance targets on time and within budget., • Represent the Council externally, building strong professional networks and partnerships to enhance reputation, learning and benchmarking., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, consistently modelling the highest standards of public service leadership. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Senior leadership experience within environmental health, regulatory services, public protection or enforcement‑based services in a complex, regulated environment., • Strong knowledge of environmental health, licensing, trading standards and enforcement legislation, with the ability to respond effectively to legislative change., • Proven ability to balance statutory responsibilities, customer focus and proportionate enforcement., • Experience of leading multi‑disciplinary teams and coordinating services across organisational boundaries., • Confidence and credibility in advising elected members and senior leaders on complex, sensitive and high‑risk issues., • Strong financial and performance‑management capability, with experience of delivering services within tight governance and budgetary controls., • A collaborative, partnership‑focused approach, with experience of working effectively with internal services, partner agencies and businesses., • A people‑centred leadership style, with a track record of engaging, motivating and developing teams in line with HR and OD best practice., • High levels of professional integrity, resilience and sound judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A strong commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion for change and continuous improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Public Realm Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: ___ Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Public Realm to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on public realm, grounds maintenance and countryside services, preparing and presenting clear, evidence‑based reports., • Lead the development and maintenance of the Council’s public realm, maximising resident enjoyment and utility while minimising antisocial behaviour., • Deliver a consistent, reliable and cost‑effective grounds maintenance service, ensuring agreed and published standards across public realm, open and green spaces., • Ensure the high‑quality maintenance of parks and open spaces, supporting safe, welcoming and attractive environments for residents and visitors., • Lead the management and development of the Council’s countryside services, including responsibility for waterbodies and natural assets., • Ensure effective integration between the Council’s internal grounds maintenance services and the Integrated Waste and Street Cleansing Contract, maintaining high standards of street cleanliness., • Ensure the Council’s tree stock is managed effectively, balancing public safety, environmental sustainability and long‑term asset health., • Maintain the visual presentation of the borough through the prompt clearance of fly‑tipping, working closely with Public Protection colleagues to reduce incidents through improved enforcement., • Manage external commissions for assigned services, including those delivered with Housing colleagues, ensuring services meet agreed standards and are fully recharged., • Act as the Council’s professional lead on greening and rewilding, identifying, delivering and communicating opportunities that support biodiversity and climate ambitions., • Work with senior colleagues to deliver capital improvement projects in parks and open spaces, ensuring projects are delivered robustly to time, cost and quality., • Promote and maintain the highest standards of animal welfare across the Council’s open spaces and visitor attractions., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a high‑support / high‑challenge approach that drives accountability and improvement., • Ensure robust financial and resource management, delivering agreed outcomes and performance targets on time and within budget., • Represent the Council externally, strengthening partnerships, sharing best practice and enhancing the Council’s reputation regionally and nationally., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, modelling the highest standards of public service leadership at all times. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Senior leadership experience within public realm, grounds maintenance, environmental services or open‑space management in a complex operational environment., • A strong understanding of public realm operations, asset management and the delivery of services that balance community use, safety and environmental sustainability., • Proven experience of managing outsourced and commissioned services, including contract performance, integration and value‑for‑money delivery., • Knowledge of tree management, countryside services or green infrastructure, with a commitment to biodiversity, greening and rewilding agendas., • Experience of delivering capital projects and service improvements within tight governance, budget and performance frameworks., • Confidence and credibility in advising elected members and senior leaders on operational, financial and reputational issues., • Strong financial and performance‑management capability, with experience of managing budgets, resources and outcomes., • A collaborative leadership style, with experience of working across services and with partner organisations to deliver shared outcomes., • A people‑focused approach, with a proven track record of engaging, developing and motivating managers and teams., • High levels of professional integrity, resilience and judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A clear commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion for change and continuous improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: ___ Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on ___to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Public Realm Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: Job Descriptions | We Are Sandwell Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Public Realm to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on public realm, grounds maintenance and countryside services, preparing and presenting clear, evidence‑based reports., • Lead the development and maintenance of the Council’s public realm, maximising resident enjoyment and utility while minimising antisocial behaviour., • Deliver a consistent, reliable and cost‑effective grounds maintenance service, ensuring agreed and published standards across public realm, open and green spaces., • Ensure the high‑quality maintenance of parks and open spaces, supporting safe, welcoming and attractive environments for residents and visitors., • Lead the management and development of the Council’s countryside services, including responsibility for waterbodies and natural assets., • Ensure effective integration between the Council’s internal grounds maintenance services and the Integrated Waste and Street Cleansing Contract, maintaining high standards of street cleanliness., • Ensure the Council’s tree stock is managed effectively, balancing public safety, environmental sustainability and long‑term asset health., • Maintain the visual presentation of the borough through the prompt clearance of fly‑tipping, working closely with Public Protection colleagues to reduce incidents through improved enforcement., • Manage external commissions for assigned services, including those delivered with Housing colleagues, ensuring services meet agreed standards and are fully recharged., • Act as the Council’s professional lead on greening and rewilding, identifying, delivering and communicating opportunities that support biodiversity and climate ambitions., • Work with senior colleagues to deliver capital improvement projects in parks and open spaces, ensuring projects are delivered robustly to time, cost and quality., • Promote and maintain the highest standards of animal welfare across the Council’s open spaces and visitor attractions., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a high‑support / high‑challenge approach that drives accountability and improvement., • Ensure robust financial and resource management, delivering agreed outcomes and performance targets on time and within budget., • Represent the Council externally, strengthening partnerships, sharing best practice and enhancing the Council’s reputation regionally and nationally., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, modelling the highest standards of public service leadership at all times. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Senior leadership experience within public realm, grounds maintenance, environmental services or open‑space management in a complex operational environment., • A strong understanding of public realm operations, asset management and the delivery of services that balance community use, safety and environmental sustainability., • Proven experience of managing outsourced and commissioned services, including contract performance, integration and value‑for‑money delivery., • Knowledge of tree management, countryside services or green infrastructure, with a commitment to biodiversity, greening and rewilding agendas., • Experience of delivering capital projects and service improvements within tight governance, budget and performance frameworks., • Confidence and credibility in advising elected members and senior leaders on operational, financial and reputational issues., • Strong financial and performance‑management capability, with experience of managing budgets, resources and outcomes., • A collaborative leadership style, with experience of working across services and with partner organisations to deliver shared outcomes., • A people‑focused approach, with a proven track record of engaging, developing and motivating managers and teams., • High levels of professional integrity, resilience and judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A clear commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion for change and continuous improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Waste and Fleet Services Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: ___ Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Waste and Fleet Services to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on waste, street cleansing and fleet services, preparing and presenting evidence‑based reports and recommendations., • Act as the operational client for the Council’s Integrated Waste and Street Cleansing Contract and the Waste‑to‑Resource (W2R) disposal contract, ensuring strong client‑side governance and value for money., • Work in partnership with service providers to deliver high‑quality household waste and recycling services, maximising recycling rates and customer satisfaction., • Ensure waste disposal arrangements are sustainable, cost‑effective and aligned with best‑value principles., • Lead the development and continuous improvement of end‑to‑end customer processes, ensuring services are accessible, efficient and customer‑focused., • Through contractual arrangements, support the maintenance of high standards of street cleanliness and the prompt clearance of fly‑tipping., • Provide expert professional advice on waste, fleet and related services, with particular emphasis on new and emerging legislation and best practice., • Lead the delivery of an effective, compliant and efficient Fleet Service, ensuring all vehicles and equipment meet legislative, licensing and safety requirements., • Ensure the Council’s vehicle and equipment fleet is optimised, shared where possible, and surplus assets are identified and disposed of appropriately., • Drive the development of an environmentally sustainable fleet, supporting the transition to lower‑emission vehicles where practical and affordable., • Ensure robust financial and resource management across all areas of responsibility, delivering agreed performance outcomes on time and within budget., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a constructive high‑support / high‑challenge approach., • Represent the Council externally with partners, agencies and professional networks, strengthening the Council’s reputation and influence regionally and nationally., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, modelling the highest standards of public service and professional conduct. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Proven experience operating at a senior level within waste, environmental, infrastructure or similarly complex operational services., • Strong client‑side contract management capability, including experience of managing large‑scale outsourced services and strategic partnerships., • A sound understanding of waste, recycling, fleet and environmental legislation, with the ability to translate regulatory change into effective service delivery., • Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen, including budget management, cost control and value‑for‑money decision‑making., • A customer‑focused mindset, with experience of improving end‑to‑end service processes and enhancing the customer journey., • The ability to work collaboratively with elected members, senior leaders, service providers and partners to resolve complex or sensitive issues., • Strong people‑management skills, with a track record of leading performance, engagement and staff development in line with HR and OD best practice., • A proactive, improvement‑focused approach, with experience of service transformation, sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement., • High levels of professional integrity, resilience and judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A commitment to the Council’s values and ‘One Team’ culture, acting as a visible champion for change, accountability and collaboration. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: ___ Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on ___to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Parks & Visitor Services Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: Job Descriptions | We Are Sandwell Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Parks & Visitor Services to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Council’s parks and visitor services, delivering high‑quality, inclusive and customer‑focused experiences for residents and visitors., • Maximise the use, enjoyment and accessibility of parks and attractions, ensuring they are valued community assets that balance public enjoyment with environmental sustainability., • Drive commercial performance and financial sustainability across the service, including catering, retail, attractions and concessions., • Lead the development and delivery of engaging events programmes that attract residents to parks and open spaces and support the Council’s wider civic and corporate priorities., • Ensure the highest standards of operational management, securing and maintaining external accreditations and recognition such as Green Flag and Visit England where possible., • Lead the procurement, commissioning and management of external operators and concession contracts where these deliver best value., • Work with senior colleagues to deliver capital investment and improvement projects in parks and open spaces, ensuring delivery to time, cost and quality., • Promote and maintain the highest standards of animal welfare across the Council’s open spaces and visitor attractions., • Provide high‑level, evidence‑based professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders, including the preparation and presentation of reports., • Lead, motivate and develop managers and teams through effective performance management, creating a culture of accountability, inclusion and high performance., • Ensure robust financial management, with clear accountability for budgets, resources, risks, outcomes and performance targets., • Represent the Council externally, building effective partnerships, contributing regionally and nationally, and enhancing the Council’s reputation., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, consistently modelling the highest standards of public service leadership. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Proven senior leadership experience within a complex, customer‑facing service, ideally within a public sector or similarly accountable environment., • The ability to successfully balance commercial opportunity, community value and environmental responsibility., • Demonstrable experience of service transformation, continuous improvement and delivering change at scale., • Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience of budget management, commissioning and value‑for‑money decision‑making., • Credibility and confidence to advise senior officers and Elected Members on complex or sensitive issues., • Excellent stakeholder management and partnership‑working skills, with experience of influencing across organisational boundaries., • A strong people‑focused leadership style, with a track record of engaging, developing and empowering managers and teams., • A clear commitment to high standards of governance, health and safety, animal welfare and legislative compliance., • Professional integrity, resilience and sound judgement, reflecting the highest standards expected of public office holders., • A commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion of change and continuous service improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Community Safety Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: Job Descriptions | We Are Sandwell Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Community Safety to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on community safety, resilience and public protection, preparing and presenting clear, evidence‑based reports., • Act as the Council’s lead officer for the statutory Community Safety Partnership, coordinating effective multi‑agency working with key partners including West Midlands Police, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, and the Violence Reduction Partnership., • Lead the Council’s response to antisocial behaviour, ensuring effective operational delivery and joined‑up planning with partner agencies., • Manage the effective deployment of the Borough Patrolling Service, supporting public protection and community safety across the borough, including enforcement activity relating to untaxed and abandoned vehicles., • Develop and deliver a range of community safety initiatives that raise awareness, strengthen prevention and support safer communities., • Lead the development and delivery of the Safer Sandwell Partnership Community Safety Strategy, addressing key areas including antisocial behaviour, hate crime, modern slavery and exploitation, extremism, domestic abuse and sexual violence, and serious violence., • Manage the Council’s CCTV and Concierge services, working closely with Housing and enforcement colleagues to support community safety outcomes., • Ensure delivery of a comprehensive emergency planning and resilience function, including training, exercising and on‑call arrangements, enabling the Council to meet its duties as a Category 1 responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004., • Discharge the Council’s statutory Prevent duty, ensuring compliance with Home Office requirements and best practice., • Provide expert advice on new and emerging community safety and public protection legislation and policy., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a high‑support / high‑challenge approach that drives accountability and improvement., • Ensure robust financial and resource management, delivering agreed outcomes and performance targets on time and within budget., • Represent the Council externally, building strong partnerships and enhancing the Council’s profile regionally and nationally., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, consistently modelling the highest standards of professionalism and public service leadership. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Senior leadership experience within community safety, public protection, emergency planning or a similarly complex, partnership‑driven environment., • A strong understanding of community safety legislation and policy, including antisocial behaviour, Prevent, serious violence and safeguarding‑related agendas., • Proven ability to lead and coordinate multi‑agency partnerships and statutory boards, influencing effectively across organisational boundaries., • Experience of developing and delivering strategic plans and initiatives that improve community outcomes and reduce risk., • Confidence and credibility in advising elected members and senior leaders on complex, sensitive and high‑profile issues., • Strong operational leadership capability, including oversight of enforcement, CCTV, emergency planning or response‑based services., • Sound financial and performance management skills, with experience of delivering outcomes within agreed budgets and governance frameworks., • A people‑centred leadership style, with a track record of engaging, motivating and developing managers and teams., • High levels of integrity, resilience and sound judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A clear commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion for change, collaboration and continuous improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Community Safety Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: ___ Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Community Safety to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on community safety, resilience and public protection, preparing and presenting clear, evidence‑based reports., • Act as the Council’s lead officer for the statutory Community Safety Partnership, coordinating effective multi‑agency working with key partners including West Midlands Police, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, and the Violence Reduction Partnership., • Lead the Council’s response to antisocial behaviour, ensuring effective operational delivery and joined‑up planning with partner agencies., • Manage the effective deployment of the Borough Patrolling Service, supporting public protection and community safety across the borough, including enforcement activity relating to untaxed and abandoned vehicles., • Develop and deliver a range of community safety initiatives that raise awareness, strengthen prevention and support safer communities., • Lead the development and delivery of the Safer Sandwell Partnership Community Safety Strategy, addressing key areas including antisocial behaviour, hate crime, modern slavery and exploitation, extremism, domestic abuse and sexual violence, and serious violence., • Manage the Council’s CCTV and Concierge services, working closely with Housing and enforcement colleagues to support community safety outcomes., • Ensure delivery of a comprehensive emergency planning and resilience function, including training, exercising and on‑call arrangements, enabling the Council to meet its duties as a Category 1 responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004., • Discharge the Council’s statutory Prevent duty, ensuring compliance with Home Office requirements and best practice., • Provide expert advice on new and emerging community safety and public protection legislation and policy., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a high‑support / high‑challenge approach that drives accountability and improvement., • Ensure robust financial and resource management, delivering agreed outcomes and performance targets on time and within budget., • Represent the Council externally, building strong partnerships and enhancing the Council’s profile regionally and nationally., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, consistently modelling the highest standards of professionalism and public service leadership. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Senior leadership experience within community safety, public protection, emergency planning or a similarly complex, partnership‑driven environment., • A strong understanding of community safety legislation and policy, including antisocial behaviour, Prevent, serious violence and safeguarding‑related agendas., • Proven ability to lead and coordinate multi‑agency partnerships and statutory boards, influencing effectively across organisational boundaries., • Experience of developing and delivering strategic plans and initiatives that improve community outcomes and reduce risk., • Confidence and credibility in advising elected members and senior leaders on complex, sensitive and high‑profile issues., • Strong operational leadership capability, including oversight of enforcement, CCTV, emergency planning or response‑based services., • Sound financial and performance management skills, with experience of delivering outcomes within agreed budgets and governance frameworks., • A people‑centred leadership style, with a track record of engaging, motivating and developing managers and teams., • High levels of integrity, resilience and sound judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A clear commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion for change, collaboration and continuous improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: ___ Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on ___to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Operations Director - Engineering Birmingham | On-site (5 days per week) OVERVIEW AtkinsClarke are proud to be supporting a growing, privately backed manufacturing business with the appointment of an Operations Director to lead a recently acquired and evolving operation. This is a hands-on leadership role with full operational and P&L responsibility, playing a critical part in the next phase of growth. A key focus will be leading a major site relocation into a new, state-of-the-art facility while ensuring continuity of production and customer delivery. This role will suit someone who wants genuine ownership, accountability and the opportunity to shape a business. COMPANY Our client is a specialist engineering and manufacturing business operating within a highly regulated, quality-critical environment. The organisation supplies precision components into a blue-chip customer base and is now entering a period of investment, modernisation and growth. With strong backing and a clear strategic direction, the focus is on improving operational capability, implementing new systems and building a scalable platform for the future. OPPORTUNITY As Operations Director, you will take full accountability for the performance of the site, leading operations, people and processes while driving efficiency and continuous improvement. A key element of the role will be managing the successful relocation of the business into a new facility, ensuring minimal disruption and setting the foundation for future growth. Key responsibilities include: • Full ownership of site operations, including production, quality, health & safety and performance, • Leading and delivering the relocation to a new manufacturing facility, • Taking P&L responsibility, including cost control, investment decisions and profitability, • Driving operational improvements through structured KPIs, reporting and performance management, • Implementing and embedding Lean, CI and best practice manufacturing processes, • Leading ERP/system improvements and moving away from manual processes, • Managing and developing a small but experienced team, fostering accountability and performance, • Building strong relationships with key customers and ensuring high service levels, • Overseeing capacity planning, resource allocation and operational scalability PERSON We’re looking for an experienced and pragmatic operations leader who can balance technical understanding with strong leadership and delivery. You will bring: • Proven experience in a senior operations leadership role within manufacturing or engineering, • Strong understanding of precision engineering, machining or complex production environments, • Experience working within regulated sectors (e.g. aerospace, automotive or similar), • A track record of leading change, transformation or site-based improvements, • Experience managing complex operations, ideally including site moves or facility upgrades, • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills OFFER A rare opportunity to take ownership of a growing manufacturing business and play a key role in its evolution: • Salary in the region of Up to £85,000, • Full operational and P&L responsibility, • Opportunity to lead a major site relocation and modernisation project, • High level of autonomy and influence within the business, • Exposure to a strong, blue-chip customer base, • Benefits package to be shaped as the business evolves To apply for this position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however, please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At AtkinsClarke, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Atkins Clarke Ltd. Our Privacy Policy is available on request and explains how we will use your data.

Job title: Head of Service – Waste and Fleet Services Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: Job Descriptions | We Are Sandwell Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Waste and Fleet Services to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on waste, street cleansing and fleet services, preparing and presenting evidence‑based reports and recommendations., • Act as the operational client for the Council’s Integrated Waste and Street Cleansing Contract and the Waste‑to‑Resource (W2R) disposal contract, ensuring strong client‑side governance and value for money., • Work in partnership with service providers to deliver high‑quality household waste and recycling services, maximising recycling rates and customer satisfaction., • Ensure waste disposal arrangements are sustainable, cost‑effective and aligned with best‑value principles., • Lead the development and continuous improvement of end‑to‑end customer processes, ensuring services are accessible, efficient and customer‑focused., • Through contractual arrangements, support the maintenance of high standards of street cleanliness and the prompt clearance of fly‑tipping., • Provide expert professional advice on waste, fleet and related services, with particular emphasis on new and emerging legislation and best practice., • Lead the delivery of an effective, compliant and efficient Fleet Service, ensuring all vehicles and equipment meet legislative, licensing and safety requirements., • Ensure the Council’s vehicle and equipment fleet is optimised, shared where possible, and surplus assets are identified and disposed of appropriately., • Drive the development of an environmentally sustainable fleet, supporting the transition to lower‑emission vehicles where practical and affordable., • Ensure robust financial and resource management across all areas of responsibility, delivering agreed performance outcomes on time and within budget., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a constructive high‑support / high‑challenge approach., • Represent the Council externally with partners, agencies and professional networks, strengthening the Council’s reputation and influence regionally and nationally., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, modelling the highest standards of public service and professional conduct. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Proven experience operating at a senior level within waste, environmental, infrastructure or similarly complex operational services., • Strong client‑side contract management capability, including experience of managing large‑scale outsourced services and strategic partnerships., • A sound understanding of waste, recycling, fleet and environmental legislation, with the ability to translate regulatory change into effective service delivery., • Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen, including budget management, cost control and value‑for‑money decision‑making., • A customer‑focused mindset, with experience of improving end‑to‑end service processes and enhancing the customer journey., • The ability to work collaboratively with elected members, senior leaders, service providers and partners to resolve complex or sensitive issues., • Strong people‑management skills, with a track record of leading performance, engagement and staff development in line with HR and OD best practice., • A proactive, improvement‑focused approach, with experience of service transformation, sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement., • High levels of professional integrity, resilience and judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A commitment to the Council’s values and ‘One Team’ culture, acting as a visible champion for change, accountability and collaboration. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Parks & Visitor Services Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: ___ Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Parks & Visitor Services to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Council’s parks and visitor services, delivering high‑quality, inclusive and customer‑focused experiences for residents and visitors., • Maximise the use, enjoyment and accessibility of parks and attractions, ensuring they are valued community assets that balance public enjoyment with environmental sustainability., • Drive commercial performance and financial sustainability across the service, including catering, retail, attractions and concessions., • Lead the development and delivery of engaging events programmes that attract residents to parks and open spaces and support the Council’s wider civic and corporate priorities., • Ensure the highest standards of operational management, securing and maintaining external accreditations and recognition such as Green Flag and Visit England where possible., • Lead the procurement, commissioning and management of external operators and concession contracts where these deliver best value., • Work with senior colleagues to deliver capital investment and improvement projects in parks and open spaces, ensuring delivery to time, cost and quality., • Promote and maintain the highest standards of animal welfare across the Council’s open spaces and visitor attractions., • Provide high‑level, evidence‑based professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders, including the preparation and presentation of reports., • Lead, motivate and develop managers and teams through effective performance management, creating a culture of accountability, inclusion and high performance., • Ensure robust financial management, with clear accountability for budgets, resources, risks, outcomes and performance targets., • Represent the Council externally, building effective partnerships, contributing regionally and nationally, and enhancing the Council’s reputation., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, consistently modelling the highest standards of public service leadership. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Proven senior leadership experience within a complex, customer‑facing service, ideally within a public sector or similarly accountable environment., • The ability to successfully balance commercial opportunity, community value and environmental responsibility., • Demonstrable experience of service transformation, continuous improvement and delivering change at scale., • Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience of budget management, commissioning and value‑for‑money decision‑making., • Credibility and confidence to advise senior officers and Elected Members on complex or sensitive issues., • Excellent stakeholder management and partnership‑working skills, with experience of influencing across organisational boundaries., • A strong people‑focused leadership style, with a track record of engaging, developing and empowering managers and teams., • A clear commitment to high standards of governance, health and safety, animal welfare and legislative compliance., • Professional integrity, resilience and sound judgement, reflecting the highest standards expected of public office holders., • A commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion of change and continuous service improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: ___ Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on ___to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

Job title: Head of Service – Public Protection Grade/Salary: Band Hay 1 (circa £80,000) Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Hours: 37 hours Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid) Information Pack: ___ Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Sandwell Council’s Environment & Public Protection Division is seeking a Head of Service – Public Protection to join its established team. As Head of Service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for designated service areas, ensuring delivery aligns with the Council Plan and wider corporate priorities. You will lead service planning, performance improvement and transformation, manage significant budgets, and provide high‑level professional advice to senior officers, Cabinet Members and elected members. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to corporate strategy, lead cross‑council initiatives, and deputise for the Service Director as required to ensure effective, efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. In this role you will: • Provide high‑level professional advice to the Council, Cabinet Members and senior leaders on environmental protection, regulatory and public protection services, preparing and presenting robust, evidence‑based reports., • Lead the effective and efficient delivery of the Council’s environmental protection and environmental enforcement services, ensuring statutory compliance and high professional standards., • Deliver customer‑focused Regulatory Services, including general licensing and taxi licensing, and fulfil the Council’s responsibilities as a Licensing Authority and local Weights and Measures Authority., • Lead the Council’s work on animal health and welfare, promoting the Animal Welfare Charter across the organisation and local communities., • Ensure the Council fulfils its statutory duties relating to pest control and infestations under relevant legislation, including the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949 and the Environmental Protection Act 1990., • Support responsible business practices and protect residents through an effective Trading Standards service, including product safety and underage sales enforcement., • Ensure delivery of the Council’s Environmental Health responsibilities, including food hygiene and safety, statutory nuisance and health and safety enforcement., • Work closely with the Head of Public Realm to maintain high standards of street cleanliness through coordinated enforcement, with a particular focus on reducing fly‑tipping., • Lead the management and coordinated response to unauthorised encampments, working with internal and external partners to minimise impacts on residents., • Ensure the Council delivers its responsibilities under the Duty to Protect, safeguarding vulnerable individuals and communities., • Manage and coordinate the Environment and Public Protection Business Support Team, ensuring efficient and effective service support., • Provide expert advice on new and emerging legislation and best practice across environmental health, regulatory and enforcement functions., • Lead and support managers through effective performance management, adopting a high‑support / high‑challenge approach to drive improvement., • Ensure robust financial and resource management, delivering agreed outcomes and performance targets on time and within budget., • Represent the Council externally, building strong professional networks and partnerships to enhance reputation, learning and benchmarking., • Champion health, safety, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, consistently modelling the highest standards of public service leadership. Attributes that you would bring to the role: • Senior leadership experience within environmental health, regulatory services, public protection or enforcement‑based services in a complex, regulated environment., • Strong knowledge of environmental health, licensing, trading standards and enforcement legislation, with the ability to respond effectively to legislative change., • Proven ability to balance statutory responsibilities, customer focus and proportionate enforcement., • Experience of leading multi‑disciplinary teams and coordinating services across organisational boundaries., • Confidence and credibility in advising elected members and senior leaders on complex, sensitive and high‑risk issues., • Strong financial and performance‑management capability, with experience of delivering services within tight governance and budgetary controls., • A collaborative, partnership‑focused approach, with experience of working effectively with internal services, partner agencies and businesses., • A people‑centred leadership style, with a track record of engaging, motivating and developing teams in line with HR and OD best practice., • High levels of professional integrity, resilience and sound judgement, reflecting the standards expected of senior public office holders., • A strong commitment to the Council’s values, the ‘One Team’ culture and being a visible champion for change and continuous improvement. Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough. To find out more, please visit our careers page: ___ Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sukhy Lall on ___to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know. We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role. If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at . If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact

RFID Software Consultant / Project Manager / Pre-Sales Specialist UK/EU based, near international airport | Employer of Record (EOR) | Start Q3 2026 | Min. 5 yrs experience About Frequentiel Frequentiel is a leading software provider and a key player in traceability, identification, and mobility solutions (RFID, barcode, voice, and embedded systems). Through our SaaS platform, Octo+, we support companies in digitizing their logistics flows - from initial business analysis to field deployment. Our approach is built on strong technological expertise, deep knowledge of retail and supply chain processes, and a total commitment to our clients' success. Our solution connects products, processes, and people in real time, enabling more reliable, agile, and efficient logistics and inventory operations. The Role As part of our growth, we’re recruiting an RFID Software Consultant / Project Manager / Pre-Sales Specialist to lead client projects involving the digitization of warehouses and stores, with a strong focus on RFID and mobility technologies. You’ll report to the Director of Operations and act as a key contact for our clients, with a three-fold role: Consulting & Delivery, Project Management, and Pre-Sales support. Key Responsibilities Consulting & Delivery • Lead end-to-end delivery of RFID software implementation projects for retail clients, • Analyze client requirements and translate them into scalable SaaS RFID solutions, • Configure, deploy, and optimize RFID systems in real-world retail environments, • Ensure successful integration with existing IT systems (POS, ERP, WMS, etc.), • Provide post-deployment support and continuous improvement recommendations, • Facilitate functional scoping workshops and write specifications/requirements documents Project Management • Manage project timelines, scope, risks, and resources, • Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, technical, operations, client stakeholders), • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, • Maintain clear communication and reporting throughout project lifecycles (Agile or Waterfall) Pre-Sales & Business Development • Support sales teams with technical expertise during client engagements, • Conduct product demonstrations, workshops, and proof-of-concepts, • Assist in preparing proposals, RFP responses, and solution architectures, • Act as a trusted advisor to clients during the evaluation and decision process, • Participate in commercial proposals and pitches What does being a Consultant at Frequentiel mean? You’ll be involved from the earliest stages of a project, working with clients to define the features to deploy in warehouses and stores. You’ll identify integration points with existing applications (POS, WMS, ERP, etc.), build the test environment, and once validated, oversee and coordinate solution deployment in the field with support from our internal teams. Example: For a vertical retailer, the consultant maps logistic flows, defines integration points with existing systems, organizes demos, oversees hardware installation, and ensures go-live operations. Project durations vary greatly, some go live in just a few weeks, others span several years with a pilot phase followed by international rollout. Typically, a consultant handles several projects at once: 1–2 active ones and a few others with ongoing enhancement requests. Profile Sought Required Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of experience in RFID, IoT, or related software consulting / project management, • Proven experience delivering SaaS RFID solutions in the retail or supply chain sector, • Strong knowledge of retail and/or supply chain processes (WMS, ERP, logistics, retail), • Solid project management experience (Agile or Waterfall), • Native level English proficiency (mandatory), • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with data manipulation (macros, queries), • Excellent interpersonal skills, autonomy, rigor, and consulting mindset, • Willingness to travel nationally and internationally, • Based anywhere in the UK or Europe (France, Germany, or similar), within easy access to an international airport Preferred Qualifications • Additional foreign language skills (French, Spanish, German, or others) are a plus, • Experience with retail operations (inventory management, omnichannel, loss prevention), • Familiarity with RFID hardware, software, and integration frameworks, • Certifications in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) are a plus, • Master’s degree (engineering, business school, or equivalent), • Proficiency with AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar) for productivity and project delivery Key Competencies • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Ability to bridge technical and business requirements, • Proactive, client-oriented mindset, • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment Why Join Us? • A human-scale company where your ideas matter, • A stimulating environment with high-impact, international projects, • A passionate, multidisciplinary team, • A strategic role with autonomy and a steep learning curve, • A flexible working model (on-site, remote, and client visits), • Full training provided - initial onboarding followed by mentoring across projects before full autonomy, • 6 offices: Toulouse, Aix, Bordeaux, Lille, Paris, Boston Recruitment Process • Simple application (CV only), • 20-minute intro call to align expectations, • In-depth interview with the COO, • Case study, • Final interview with a member of the executive committee How to Apply Send us your application today. We can’t wait to meet you! Employer of Record (EOR) arrangement, dedicated exclusively to Frequentiel – Executive status – Competitive compensation (fixed + bonus) Start Date: Q3 2026

My Client is recruiting for a Technical Director - Clean Water Process Engineering\n\nThe Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice is seeking a Technical Director for Clean Water Process to join our team in the UK. We are looking for an energetic and experienced Clean Water Process Engineer that can both lead as technical expert in water treatment and driving forward business results.\n\nWe specialise in all aspects of process engineering within the Water Sector, including water, waste water and bioresources in the UK and internationally. Process Engineering project opportunities also stretch to other sectors such as nuclear and defence. We're committed to providing industry-leading engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle from feasibility to process commissioning, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases.\n\nAs a key member of our technical leadership team, you'll play a vital role in shaping and delivering transformational programmes of critical UK infrastructure for our Water market clients - clients like Thames Water, Anglian Water, Environment Agency, Welsh Water, United Utilities, Scottish Water, and more.\n\nBy providing technical leadership across the organisation you'll drive results, by contributing to functional strategy, influencing senior stakeholders, and leading within the process group and multidisciplinary project teams, to deliver measurable outcomes. In this role, you will set direction for complex, high-impact projects and initiatives, anticipate business and regulatory challenges or changes, and develop innovative solutions and offerings that move the business forward.\n\nBeing a Technical Director with us involves UK wide travel. We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week travel/office based. This position can be based at any of our main locations: Surrey, London, Bristol, Exeter, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, or Glasgow. It can also be based in our other offices but may require additional travel to main locations as needed: Peterborough, Cambridge, Cardiff, Swansea, Derby, Leeds, Belfast, Edinburgh.\n\nYour role\n\nAs a Clean Water Process Technical Director in the D&AT Practice, the successful candidate would have the following responsibilities:\nProvide Technical Leadership within discipline for the national D&AT practice.\nInfluence D&AT Practice wide initiatives and recommend best practices to improve internal process and services.\nServe as a recognised expert and technical authority in Clean Water Process Engineering across the D&AT Practice and wider business.\nProvide visible representation of your and Company's Clean Water Process Engineering technical expertise to our current and prospective clients.\nCollaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including internal and external clients, operational staff, project teams, or external stakeholders.\nRecommend and drive improvements to processes, services, and technical practices while ensuring robust engineering governance is consistently upheld.\nOversee technical input into bid proposals, defining the delivery strategy and working with cross‑functional teams to prepare high‑quality, compliant, competitive submissions.\nProactively identify opportunities for cross‑selling and business growth, using commercial insight to strengthen and expand client relationships and selling our value proposition to clients.\nGrow, develop, and manage the Clean Water Process engineering capability within the national practice, supporting talent development and succession planning.\nAnticipate emerging business, regulatory, and technology challenges, identifying risks and opportunities early and advising senior leadership.\nProvide strategic oversight across multiple complex, multidisciplinary projects, ensuring technical excellence, safe delivery, and alignment with client and practice objectives.\nWork independently even in the most challenging situations. Act as the point of escalation for the most complex technical matters and exercise personal judgement to find solutions.\n Experience and Qualifications:\n The ideal candidate would be a well-rounded and versatile individual who exemplifies the following key skills and attributes:\n\nA degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent (e.g. Environmental, Water Engineering, etc.)\nChartered Engineer (preferably IChemE or CIWEM).\nExtensive experience in progressively senior technical roles, including significant leadership of complex, high‑risk, cross‑disciplinary projects and programmes.\nNationally or international recognised subject matter expertise in clean water treatment process and principles - conventional and advanced treatment technologies. Drinking water expertise would be essential.\nExperience in the UK Water market is essential.\nExpert knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices including, including CDM Regulations.\nExtensive experience of design and delivery of projects with adherence to UK safety and environmental regulations, process safety techniques (e.g. HAZOP), knowledge of capital and operational costs - and risk assessments, as well as whole life carbon assessments.\nCommercially astute, with experience shaping winning proposals and driving practice and business growth.\nChampion continuous improvement, driving enhancements to processes, services, technical standards, and innovation across the practice.\nDemonstrates strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas with clarity, anticipating challenges and persuading senior stakeholders to adopt new perspectives, and navigate diverse, international and cross-cultural delivery.\nDemonstrable comprehensive knowledge in leading treatment process design and integrating elements as part of an existing or new treatment process with experience across all design phases, including construction.\nExperienced in identifying and promoting innovative solutions, challenges the status quo

Health & Safety Director- Industrial Roofing & Cladding Job Title: Health & Safety Director- Industrial Roofing & Cladding Job reference Number: 982245-5731-26105 Industry Sector: Health & Safety Manager, Health & Safety Director, SHEQ, Roofing, Cladding, Roofing Refurbishment, Refurb, Building Envelope, Commercial Roof & Wall Systems, Roofing Contractor, Contracts Manager, Projects Manager, Commercial Manager, felts, liquid systems, Flat Roofing Systems, Single ply, Industrial Cladding systems, Metal Cladding Location: Remote (Site visits nationally) Remuneration: £80,000 - £100,000 + bonus Benefits: Car or car allowance + comprehensive benefits package The role of the Health & Safety Director- Industrial Roofing & Cladding will involve: • Health & Safety Director position working on various roofing and cladding refurbishment projects; felts, liquid systems, flat roofing systems, single ply, industrial cladding systems etc, • Lead, develop, and implement the company-wide Health & Safety strategy across all Service Centres and divisions, • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation while driving continuous improvement in systems, policies, and performance, • Advise and influence the Managing Director, Board, and senior leadership team on risk, compliance, and strategic direction, • Conduct site audits, monitor KPIs, and lead investigations to ensure effective incident management and corrective actions, • Must have experience as Health & Safety senior manager or director within construction, • NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 Health & Safety qualification), • Ideally have Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH), • Experience conducting audits, incident investigations, and driving continuous improvement, • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal across all levels

We are partnering exclusively with a Birmingham based PE-backed organisation to recruit a Divisional Finance Director. The organisation has strong values and a positive, collaborative culture, whilst continuing to grow both organically and via acquisition. As Finance Director, you will provide strategic financial leadership across a large, complex division, spanning a wide portfolio of services.\n\nThis is a senior, visible leadership role, partnering closely with the Exec team and operating as a key member of the wider Finance leadership team. This Finance Director position will play a central role in strengthening financial sustainability, supporting service redesign, and delivering on a major transformation programme. \n\nResponsibilities will include:\n\nAct as the senior finance lead for the division, providing strategic, commercial and financial insight at Executive level.\nOperate as a trusted partner to senior operational leaders, supporting service strategy and delivery decisions with robust financial analysis\nContribute actively to group‑wide financial strategy, long term planning and capital allocation decisions\nLead divisional budgeting, forecasting and long range planning across a highly complex operating environment\nProvide clear, decision focused insight on performance, risks and opportunities, translating complex information into compelling executive narratives\nLead the development and delivery of a robust commercial strategy across the division\nLead, inspire and develop a senior divisional finance team with strong commercial and business partnering capability\nChampion continuous improvement in financial processes, insight and systemsThe successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a proven track record within a finance leadership role. Healthcare, social care, education or regulated service sector experience is highly desirable, as is exposure to large, complex organisations.\n\nYou will be able to demonstrate credibility in leading complex contract negotiations and be proven in delivering on major transformation programmes, particularly around driving efficiencies and cost-reduction.\n\nCultural fit is crucial to this role. You will be a confident, values-driven leader with strong commercial judgement and a passion for helping others and making a genuine difference.\n\nThis is a rare opportunity to step into a purpose‑led, executive level role where you can combine strategic finance leadership with real‑world operational impact, helping shape sustainable services that support children, families and adults across diverse communities.\n\nAt Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.\n\nBy applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data

This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a growing, independently owned subcontract pressings and value-add manufacturing business at a genuinely exciting inflection point.\n\nHaving recently secured AS9100 accreditation and made strong inroads into the aerospace and defence sectors, the business is now targeting revenues of £15 million within three years — up from a current turnover of £7 million.\n\nWith a skilled technical team of 40 and a programme of recent investment in new capabilities already underway, the foundations are in place. What's needed now is a commercially minded, growth-hungry leader to drive the next chapter.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs Managing Director, you will take full strategic and operational leadership of the business. Your focus will be firmly on revenue growth, customer development, and market expansion — particularly within aerospace, defence, and adjacent high-value sectors. You will lead a strong management team, oversee day-to-day operations, and act as the face of the business to key customers and partners.\n\nThis is not a maintenance role. The business has ambition, backing, and momentum. We are looking for someone who will bring pace, commercial instinct, and genuine leadership energy to an already strong platform.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Own and execute the commercial growth strategy, targeting £15m turnover within three years\n\n * Develop and expand the customer base across aerospace, defence, and precision engineering markets\n\n * Lead, inspire, and develop a team of 40 across operations, engineering, and support functions\n\n * Build strong, long-term relationships with customers, prospects, and strategic partners\n\n * Drive continuous improvement across quality, efficiency, and capacity utilisation\n\n * Maintain and build upon the business's AS9100 accreditation and quality standards\n\n * Work collaboratively with the senior team and ownership to shape the company's future direction\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\n * A proven senior leader from an engineering or manufacturing background — pressings experience is not essential, but a strong understanding of subcontract or precision manufacturing environments is valued\n\n * A track record of delivering commercial growth — winning customers, opening markets, and hitting revenue targets\n\n * Operational credibility — you understand what good manufacturing operations look like and can lead from the front\n\n * Experience operating within or selling into aerospace, defence, or other regulated sectors is a clear advantage\n\n * Exceptional relationship-building and customer-facing skills\n\n * The energy, resilience, and ambition to thrive in a fast-moving, privately owned business\n\nEverlinked is operating as an equal opportunities employment agency

Strategic leadership opportunity | Global manufacturing capabilities \n Birmingham\n c.£90,000 + bonus & benefits\n\nHead of Manufacturing Operations\n\n We are pleased to be working with our client to recruit a Head of Manufacturing Operations for a key leadership role within a well-established and internationally recognised manufacturing organisation. Based in Birmingham, this Head of Manufacturing Operations position offers the opportunity to take full ownership of operational performance within a dynamic production environment and play a pivotal role in delivering strategic growth and operational excellence.\n\nThe Company\n\n Our client is a globally respected manufacturer operating within the electrical and industrial components sector, supplying high-quality engineered products to customers across multiple international markets. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality and sustainability, the business combines global reach with a collaborative and forward-thinking culture. Continued investment in manufacturing capability and operational excellence makes this an exciting time to join the organisation as Head of Manufacturing Operations.\n\nThe Role\n\n Reporting to the Managing Director, the Head of Manufacturing Operations will lead all core operational functions across the manufacturing facility, including Production, QHSE, Planning & Purchasing and Continuous Improvement.\n\nThe Head of Manufacturing Operations will be responsible for driving operational strategy, ensuring the highest safety and quality standards and delivering improvements in productivity, efficiency and customer delivery performance.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nLeading cross-functional operational teams across Production, QHSE, Planning & Purchasing and Continuous Improvement\nDeveloping and executing operational strategies aligned with the company's long-term growth plans\nDriving lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement across production operations\nEnsuring production schedules and operational resources meet customer demand and delivery targets\nPromoting a strong "Safety First" culture and ensuring compliance with all health, safety and environmental standards\nLeading process and performance improvements to enhance productivity, product quality and cost efficiency\nOverseeing multiple manufacturing cells and toolroom operations while ensuring optimal performance across the facility\nDeveloping and mentoring operational teams while fostering a culture of engagement, accountability and performanceThe Person:\n\n To be successful in the Head of Manufacturing Operations role, candidates will demonstrate a strong track record of leadership within a manufacturing operations environment and a passion for driving operational excellence.\n\nKey requirements include:\n\nStrong leadership capability with the ability to influence, develop teams and deliver results\nA data-driven and analytical approach to decision-making and problem solving\nA hands-on leadership style with the ability to drive change and improve operational performanceHow to Apply\n\n This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected international manufacturing organisation and play a key role in shaping operational strategy and performance. To apply for the Head of Manufacturing Operations position, please submit your CV for consideration quoting reference 10339

SF Recruitment is currently working with a fantastic organisation in the recruitment of a Director of Finance. Supporting the CFO, the Director of Finance is integral to the day-to-day running of the finance function, leading the finance team. This is a brilliant role with a forward thinking organisation. \n \nKey tasks: \n \n- Provide strategic leadership to the finance team, coaching and developing colleagues while promoting a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement and digital advancement. \n- Drive the implementation of modern financial technologies to streamline processes, reduce manual workloads, and enable timely, data-driven decision-making. \n- Oversee effective financial management, ensuring rigorous monitoring, control, and accurate reporting. \n- Collaborate closely with senior executives and the wider leadership team to support the effective stewardship of the organisation's financial resources. \n- Lead workforce planning initiatives, including recruitment and succession planning, to build a future-ready team with the skills and capabilities required for long-term success. \n \nPlease get in touch if this sounds of interest

Our client is a not-for-profit social enterprise supporting NHS GP out of hours and urgent primary care services in the Midlands. Rated as 'Outstanding' by the CQC, they have built a respected reputation throughout the region. As Performance, Insight & Reporting Manager you will support the Director of Performance & Delivery in the strategic delivery of various data analytics, KPI metrics and insight reporting to regulatory / statutory bodies.\n\nClient Details\n\nNHS Organisation\n\nDescription\n\nKey Responsibilities: \n\nLeadership of the Performance Function: \n\nProvide day-to-day leadership and coordination of the Performance team, ensuring high standards of accuracy, insight and delivery.\nLead the development and improvement of performance reporting frameworks, KPIs, dashboards and monitoring tools.\nEnsure high-quality data assurance, governance and validation processes are in place.\nLead the modernisation of performance reporting by introducing digital, automated and innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and provide real-time insight.Directorate Support & Cross-Functional Working:\n\nWork collaboratively with Heads of Department to ensure performance insight and systems support operational effectiveness and digital delivery.\nSupport strategic and operational planning through provision of analysis, insight and performance intelligence.\nProvide cross-functional coordination, joining up data, systems and operational processes to enable improved service delivery.Performance, Quality & Compliance:\n\nOversee compliance monitoring and evidence gathering required for contractual, regulatory and statutory bodies (e.g., NHS England, ICBs, CQC).\nEnsure organisational policies, processes and standards are followed and regularly reviewed.\nProduce high-quality performance, assurance and compliance reporting for senior leadership, committees and external stakeholders.Audit, Risk & Assurance: \n\nLead the audit programme covering quality improvement audits, national/local audits and responsive audits arising from incidents.\nEnsure audit outcomes translate into actionable improvement plans and monitor delivery to completion.\nSupport organisational risk management processes by providing analysis, evidence and assurance as required.Programme & Project Support: \n\nSupport the Director in delivering key strategic and operational programmes across the directorate.\nLead assigned projects and workstreams, ensuring progress, risk management, delivery and evaluation.\nProvide data, insight, problem-solving and assurance support to cross-departmental projects.\nDevelop digital dashboards and analytical tools that provide clear oversight of programme, project and service activity.Relationship Management & Communication \n\nBuild effective, collaborative relationships across the Directorate and wider organisation, and maintain strong, constructive partnerships with external stakeholders involved in quality and performance oversight, including ICBs, CQC and NHS England.\nPresent performance and improvement information clearly to colleagues at all levels, adapting style to audience.\nWork closely with internal and external stakeholders to support compliance, reporting and assurance requirements.People Leadership & Culture:\n\nProvide day-to-day line management and development for Performance and Delivery team members.\nPromote a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance across the Directorate.\nSupport staff in developing skills in data interpretation, systems use and improvement methodologies.Profile\n\nKey Skills & Experience: \n\nDegree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Health Management, Business, Data Analytics, Public Health).\nEvidence of continuous professional development\nrelevant to performance, quality, or data management.\nUnderstanding of healthcare systems, NHS structures, and regulatory frameworks (CQC, ICBs, NHS England).\nExperience working with digital reporting tools and dashboards.\nExperience in data analysis, insight generation, and performance reporting to support decision making.\nExperience in compliance, audit, or assurance aligned with statutory, regulatory, or contractual requirements.\nExperience in project/programme management, including planning, risk management, and delivery of transformation initiatives\nQualification or formal training in data, analytics, or performance measurement\nAdvanced training or certification in data tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, SQL)\nLeadership or people management qualification Job Offer\n\nOpportunity to work with Senior Management on Data & Reporting Initiatives\n\nOpportunity to support on implementing Power BI & advanced analytics

Our client is looking for a Group Financial Director to join the team.\n\nLocation: Birmingham\n\nSalary: £150K\n\n Sector: Civil Engineering & Infrastructure\n\n Package: Executive Board‑Level + Comprehensive Benefits\n\nAbout Our Client:\n\nWe are partnering with a well‑established, privately owned engineering group to appoint a Group Financial Director. This confidential search is aimed at identifying an influential finance leader who can operate confidently at board level, bringing both strategic insight and operational rigour to a complex, growing organisation.\n\nWith a long history of successful delivery across major national infrastructure programmes, the business has earned a reputation for technical excellence, trusted client relationships and a strong, people‑first culture. Continued expansion, investment and diversification mean the group is now seeking a senior financial leader to help steer its next phase of development.\n\nGroup Financial Director - The Opportunity:\n\nThis role carries full responsibility for the financial stewardship of the group. You will shape the financial agenda, strengthen governance, oversee risk, guide tax and treasury strategy, and ensure the organisation is equipped with robust systems and forward‑looking financial insight. Working closely with the CEO, Chairman, shareholders and senior leadership team, you will play a central role in long‑term planning, commercial decision‑making and organisational performance.\n\nThe position offers the chance to influence at the highest level within a values‑driven business that encourages challenge, innovation and continuous improvement. It is an opportunity to modernise processes, enhance financial capability and contribute meaningfully to the group’s strategic direction.\n\nGroup Financial Director - Key Areas of Focus:\n\n- Leading and developing a multi‑disciplinary finance team across several business units\n\n- Strengthening financial governance, reporting accuracy and internal controls\n\n- Setting and overseeing tax strategy, including responsibilities as Senior Accounting Officer\n\n- Driving the budgeting, forecasting and cash management agenda\n\n- Assessing investment proposals and ensuring disciplined capital allocation\n\n- Taking ownership of acquisition activity, from evaluation through to integration\n\n- Enhancing financial systems and leading improvements to core platforms, including ERP\n\n- Building trusted relationships with banks, auditors, insurers and external advisors\n\n- Contributing to broader business strategy and operational performance\n\n- Acting as a visible ambassador for the organisation’s culture and values\n\nGroup Financial Director - About You:\n\nWe are looking for a dynamic and engaging finance leader who is comfortable operating in a fast‑moving, hands‑on environment. You will bring:\n\n- A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)\n\n- Experience within construction, engineering or related project‑based sectors\n\n- A background in privately owned or family‑run businesses\n\n- Strong commercial judgement and the ability to anticipate both opportunity and risk\n\n- Experience supporting organisational growth, change and systems transformation\n\n- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence at senior levels\n\n- A proactive, solutions‑focused approach and the confidence to challenge constructively\n\nGroup Financial Director - Why This Role Stands Out:\n\n- A pivotal board‑level position within a respected UK engineering group\n\n- Long‑term stability backed by strong financial performance\n\n- A culture that genuinely values its people and invests in their development\n\n- Real scope to shape the financial future of a growing organisation\n\n- A highly competitive executive package, including profit share, private medical cover, pension, life assurance and flexible benefits\n\nTo submit your CV for this Group Financial Director opportunity click ‘Apply’ now

Civil Design Engineer → Technical Director – Water & Wastewater Salary: £40,000 – £70,000+ Location: Anywhere in the UK | Flexible / Hybrid Working Type: Permanent or Contract Why This Role? Whether you’re starting out as a Design Engineer or already shaping strategy as a Technical Director, this is a career-defining opportunity. Our client, a leading UK water-sector design-and-build provider, is looking for civil engineers at all levels: Work anywhere in the UK, contribute to high-profile water and wastewater projects, and grow your career with clear progression and support at every stage. What You’ll Do • Deliver safe, compliant, cost-effective, and buildable civil designs across water and wastewater projects., • Lead projects, mentor teams, and influence design strategy as you progress., • Coordinate across disciplines to produce integrated engineering solutions., • Contribute to bids, proposals, and feasibility studies with technical expertise., • Shape design standards, procedures, and best practices., • Drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all stages of delivery., • Engage with stakeholders, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project outcomes. Who We’re Looking For • Civil engineers at any career stage from Design Engineer to Technical Director., • Relevant experience in water or wastewater civil design., • For senior/lead roles: proven project leadership and team mentoring experience., • Chartered or working towards chartership in a relevant engineering institution., • Strong technical knowledge across civil design and understanding of multidisciplinary project interfaces., • Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills., • Full UK driving licence. Desirable: • Engineering degree or Master’s qualification., • Previous experience in technical leadership or strategic design roles in water/wastewater. What’s In It For You • Competitive salary: £40,000 – £70,000+, depending on experience and level., • Permanent or contract options., • Work anywhere in the UK with flexible/hybrid arrangements., • Clear career ladder, • Professional development, chartership support, and training opportunities., • Comprehensive benefits for permanent staff: pension, private healthcare, life assurance, flexible leave, employee perks. About the Client A top-tier UK water-sector design-and-build provider, recognised for: • Delivering technically complex, high-profile infrastructure projects., • Investing in people and supporting career progression at all levels., • Fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where technical expertise drives success.

Location: Remote (UK-based) with occasional travel Reports to: UK Commercial Director Regulated by: Care Quality Commission (CQC) Salary: £60-70k base dependant on experience + £10k bonus We’re hiring a Practice Manager / Registered Manager to lead operations for a fast-growing, specialist telehealth clinic in the medical cannabis space. This is a pivotal role sitting at the intersection of operations, compliance, and patient experience - ensuring safe, compliant prescribing of Schedule 2 controlled drugs while delivering a seamless, high-quality patient journey. The opportunity You’ll take ownership of the clinic’s non-clinical operations end-to-end, acting as the CQC Registered Manager and ensuring the service is safe, scalable, and audit-ready. Working closely with clinical, commercial, and pharmacy partners, you’ll play a key role in shaping how care is delivered in a highly regulated, evolving sector. What you’ll be responsible for • Act as CQC Registered Manager, ensuring compliance across all regulatory standards, • Oversee day-to-day operations (patient services, bookings, scheduling, workflows), • Lead and develop a high-performing patient support team, • Design and optimise the end-to-end patient journey (enquiry > consultation > prescription > repeat), • Own non-clinical governance, risk, safeguarding, and audit readiness, • Coordinate across clinicians, MDT processes, and pharmacy partners to ensure smooth delivery, • Monitor and improve operational performance (conversion rates, turnaround times, CSAT/NPS, repeat prescriptions), • Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and scalability across systems and workflows What success looks like (6–12 months) • A fully compliant, inspection-ready prescribing pathway, • Reduced time from consultation to prescription, • Improved conversion, retention, and patient satisfaction, • A confident, well-trained patient services team, • Strong, reliable pharmacy and supply chain relationships What you’ll bring • Experience as a CQC Registered Manager (or eligibility to register), • Strong understanding of UK healthcare regulation and controlled drug governance, • Experience leading patient services or operational teams within healthcare, • Background in telehealth, digital health, or private healthcare environments, • Proven ability to manage and optimise complex, multi-step patient pathways, • A data-led mindset with a focus on performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement Nice to have • Experience in medical cannabis or other controlled drug settings (e.g. pain, psychiatry, addiction), • Familiarity with MDT models, prescribing workflows, and pharmacy coordination, • Experience supporting or scaling a high-growth, regulated healthcare business If you're ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Title: Operations Director Organisation: Muve Healthcare Group Sector: Supported Living / Health & Social Care Job Purpose To provide strategic and operational leadership across supported living services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. The role is responsible for driving a strong people-focused culture, developing leadership capability across teams, and ensuring services are compliant, sustainable, and outcome-driven. Key Responsibilities Leadership & People Management • Lead, mentor, and develop Service Managers and frontline teams across multiple locations, • Foster a positive, values-driven culture centred on compassion, accountability, and continuous improvement, • Promote staff wellbeing, engagement, and retention through effective leadership and support, • Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality, person-centred support for individuals with complex needs, • Oversee service performance, driving improvements in outcomes, quality, and user experience, • Embed best practice and continuous improvement across all services, • Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and all relevant regulatory and safeguarding requirements, • Maintain robust governance frameworks, policies, and procedures, • Lead on audits, inspections, and quality assurance processes, • Oversee the day-to-day operational performance of supported living services, • Ensure services are delivered efficiently, sustainably, and within budget, • Monitor KPIs, occupancy levels, and financial performance, • Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, commissioners, and partner organisations, • Represent the organisation in external meetings and strategic discussions, • Support contract management and service development opportunities Person Specification Essential • Significant leadership experience within supported living, health, or social care, • Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance frameworks, • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, • Experience managing multiple services or complex operations, • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or equivalent), • Experience working with individuals with complex needs, including mental health or trauma, • People-focused leadership, • Strategic thinking and decision-making, • Emotional intelligence and resilience, • Accountability and integrity, • Continuous improvement mindset

Hospital Director – Independent Mental Health Service (CAMHS & Transitional Care) Role Overview The Hospital Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for an independent mental health service specialising in children and young people, including transitional care into adulthood. The role is accountable for delivering high-quality, safe, and effective care aligned with regulatory standards, while ensuring sustainable service performance. This position requires a strong background in CAMHS and experience managing complex clinical environments. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Service Management • Provide overall leadership and direction for the hospital, ensuring high standards of care and service delivery, • Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, promoting a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture, • Take overall responsibility for clinical governance, patient safety, and quality assurance, • Ensure compliance with CQC (or relevant regulatory bodies) standards and frameworks, • Lead on safeguarding, risk management, and incident review processes, • Oversee day-to-day operations of the hospital, ensuring effective bed management and service capacity, • Deliver against agreed KPIs including occupancy, outcomes, and quality metrics, • Ensure services are aligned with CAMHS frameworks and best practice standards, • Support pathways that enable smooth transition from adolescent to adult services, • Build strong relationships with families, carers, commissioners, and external agencies, • Act as the key representative of the service in external forums and inspections, • Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, legal, and safeguarding requirements, • Prepare for and lead inspections (e.g., CQC), ensuring positive outcomes, • Significant leadership experience within mental health services, • Strong background in CAMHS (essential), • Experience managing inpatient or residential mental health services, • Proven track record of working with regulatory bodies (e.g., CQC), • Understanding of safeguarding frameworks for children and young people, • Financial and operational management experience, • Strong leadership and decision-making capability, • High emotional intelligence and resilience, • Ability to manage complex clinical and operational challenges, • Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, • Commitment to delivering outstanding care for young people

Mental Health Clinical Lead –Mindplace clinics Location: Home and site based – travel to Bupa sites will be required Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours) – Flexible options available Salary: Competitive salary (depending on experience) + excellent benefits Closing Date: Thursday, 7th May 2026 This advert may close ahead of the stated deadline should we receive an exceptionally high number of applications. About the Role Helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world sits at the heart of everything we do at Bupa. As a purpose‑driven organisation without shareholders, we reinvest our profits directly into providing better, more accessible healthcare for the benefit of our customers, now and in the future. Bupa’s refreshed strategy reflects a clear ambition to take greater ownership of the end‑to‑end healthcare experience for our customers, while accelerating the delivery of care through digital innovation and advances in clinical practice. The clinical community plays a critical role in delivering this strategy. Bupa’s Mindplace service is a newly established and fast‑growing mental health offering, providing high‑quality, face‑to‑face mental healthcare in purpose‑designed locations across the UK. Mindplace responds directly to the increasing demand for accessible, safe and effective mental health services. The Mental Health Clinical Lead is a pivotal role within this growth journey. The post holder will have responsibility for the clinical development, delivery and oversight of mental health services and products across Bupa’s Mindplace centres nationwide. Working closely with clinical, operational and senior leadership colleagues, the Mental Health Clinical Lead will help shape the future direction of the service. They will ensure the highest standards of clinical practice and customer experience, stay abreast of evolving national guidance and best practice, and play a key role in supporting the safe, sustainable and high‑quality growth of Bupa’s face‑to‑face mental health services. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Strategy • Provide senior clinical leadership across Bupa Health Clinics’ Mental Health services, working closely with the Clinical Head of Mental Health and Medical Director., • Deliver high standards of clinical governance, quality improvement, education and service development., • Deputise for the Clinical Head of Mental Health when required., • Act as a trusted clinical voice, leading by example and fostering a positive culture aligned to Bupa values., • Translate strategic objectives into operational delivery for frontline clinical teams. Governance, Quality & Safety • Lead and contribute to clinical assurance, audit programmes, risk management and regulatory compliance., • Ensure robust clinical policies, procedures and performance monitoring are in place and consistently applied., • Oversee incident management, complaints investigation, safeguarding, and Datix usage, promoting a culture of learning and continuous improvement., • Chair and contribute to Mental Health clinical governance meetings as appropriate. People Leadership & Workforce Development • Provide clinical leadership and support to Mental Health clinicians, practitioners and the Lead Therapist team (dotted‑line management)., • Deliver clinical supervision, one‑to‑one leadership support, and pastoral guidance., • Develop sustainable CPD, education and career development pathways., • Support recruitment, workforce planning, engagement initiatives and Pulse survey action planning. Clinical Delivery • Undertake regular clinical sessions in line with business needs., • Support consistent, high‑quality service delivery across Bupa clinics and partner sites., • Ensure adequate senior clinical cover and processes for urgent clinical enquiries. Customer Experience • Oversee management of serious complaints and monitor customer feedback and experience trends., • Drive service improvements through data analysis, deep‑dives and targeted action plans., • Embed a culture of Connected Care and high customer service standards. Business & Commercial Support • Provide clinical input to product development, tenders, sales, marketing, media and communications activity., • Support development of clinical content such as webinars, talks and written materials., • Work collaboratively with internal teams to support business growth and innovation. Communication & Information Governance • Ensure effective, transparent communication between clinical teams and senior leadership., • Champion the use of technology and new communication approaches., • Maintain high standards of information governance, confidentiality and data protection. Working Environment • Chartered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist (Doctorate level, BPS‑accredited, HCPC registered), • Accredited CBT Psychotherapist (PG Diploma, BABCP‑accredited), • Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist (Level 4+ diploma, BACP‑accredited) Applicants must have substantial leadership experience in mental health services. Key Skills & Experience • Proven clinical leadership and relationship management experience, • Strong background in clinical governance, including quality standards, audit, risk management, incidents and complaints handling, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, motivate and negotiate effectively, • Credible and persuasive clinical authority with strong decision‑making capability, • Highly developed analytical, planning, prioritisation and organisational skills, • Confident team leader who works collaboratively and performs well in fast‑paced environments, • Agile and adaptable, with resilience during periods of growth and strategic change, • Commercially and operationally aware, able to balance clinical excellence with business needs, • Solution‑focused, proactive and driven, with strong personal and professional integrity, • IT proficient, with the ability to use data and digital tools to improve quality and performance, • Sound understanding of national clinical and regulatory guidance, with the ability to research and apply evidence‑based practice to improve outcomes What It’s Like to Work at Bupa We’re a purpose‑driven organisation with no shareholders. Meaning everything we do focuses on delivering better care for our customers and communities. Join a supportive, inclusive environment where you’ll help people live longer, healthier, happier lives. Benefits • 25 days’ holiday (increasing with service) + option to buy/sell, • 3 paid volunteering days, • Enhanced pension & life insurance, • Annual performance‑based bonus, • Bupa health insurance, • Discounted dental cover, • Digital GP access, • Emotional and family wellbeing support, • Financial wellbeing resources, • Support for carers Diversity and Inclusion We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive environment where you can be your authentic self. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We’ll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us deliver exceptional mental health care across the UK.

Following a significant redesign, and a new model of care which will support all children and young people to thrive, Jersey CAMHS we are looking to recruit an additional consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will join the three existing consultants. This is an exciting time to join CAMHS with the launch of the service redesign and significant investment into the service. There is opportunity for private practice and a chance to make a real difference to patient outcomes. The Government of Jersey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (to include children) and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this position will work with vulnerable people, the selection process will involve safeguarding measures and include an enhanced DBS check. For an informal discussion please contact Dr Catherine Keep (Consultant and Clinical Lead) on 01534 445030 or email or Dr Darren Bowring (Associate Director for Children's Mental Health and Wellbeing) on 01534 445030 or email or Richard Dyer (Head of Children's Mental Health and Wellbeing, CAMHS) on 01534 445048 or email . For a full job description please click here: ___ And as with many aspects of Island life, our Healthcare system is familiar enough for comfort but offers variances that mean our Consultants and patients have a different experience. A small Island community, we have one main hospital that acts as a hub with a small number of offsite facilities and the geography of our Island means there is a shorter commute for you. Find out more about relocating to Jersey ___ Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website here ___ From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. GMC Registration Applicants must have full current GMC registration, with a licence to practice and have attained specialist registration. The post holders will be expected to take on the full range of duties including the routine and emergency diagnosis and management of children and young people with significant mental health problems (up to the age of 18), the support of other team members and providing consultation and advice to other agencies. Successful applicants will be encouraged to develop a special interest and could take a clinical lead in one of the following areas: • Eating Disorders, • Assessment & Crisis Intervention, • Neurodevelopmental Disorders, • Transition The service has expanded and continues to develop its service delivery to meet the needs of the community. As a senior clinician you will have opportunity to shape the service and influence child mental health more widely on the island. The CAMHS clinics are based at Liberte House, St Helier which is in main central parish. The post-holder may also be required to see Children and Young People who have been admitted to Jersey General Hospital or Orchard Ward (mental health in-patient facility). In-patient Provision There is no designated inpatient provision on island but the team provide flexible intensive packages of care for children and young people with severe or complex mental health difficulties. The packages of care can be provided both for assessment and treatment working jointly with other services including Paediatrics, Adult Mental Health and Children’s Services (Social Care). Both the paediatric ward (Robin Ward) and acute adult mental health ward (Orchard Ward) are used for young people who require admission to hospital. Robin Ward will admit young people up to their 17th birthday. The postholder will be clinically responsible for young people admitted to Robin Ward and Orchard Ward under their care and will be expected to undertake reviews of these patients. All those under 16, and most under 18 admitted to Orchard Ward are cared for separately to the other in-patients if possible or are under continuous observation for safeguarding reasons. When necessary young people can be transferred to the UK for inpatient treatment. Person specification Essential Criteria Recognised Primary Medical Degree Full GMC Registration & License to Practice Registered on the GMC Specialist Register or CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or within 6 months of this at the time of interview) or equivalent (which must be confirmed by GMC) Higher speciality training or equivalent experience Eligibility for Section 12 approval (Mental Health Law Approval) Desirable MRCPsych or equivalent Relevant higher degree, e.g. MD. PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications Section 12 approval or equivalent Dual accreditation e.g. Forensic, Learning Disability Responsibilities and Expectations of the Postholders The post holder will be expected to: • Work with children and young people with acute mental health presentations including self-harm, suicidal ideation, low mood and psychotic symptoms and providing support to other members of the team in managing this group during periods of crisis., • Diagnose and manage common psychiatric disorders using both psychological and pharmacological therapies., • Work with young people with mental health problems who have a history of alcohol and substance misuse., • Provide consultation and liaison to other medical specialities, Education, Social Services and other agencies., • Develop and deliver training programmes for a variety of disciplines aimed at improving the level of expertise and the standard of care within the mental health services., • Participate and contribute to the psychiatry teaching programme., • Provide supervision for mental health and other professionals, and receive clinical supervision, • Liaise and work effectively with others who provide services to children and young people as appropriate., • Comply with Health and Care Jersey agreed policies and procedures., • Work with managers and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running of the services and to share with consultant colleagues the medical contribution to the management of the service., • Participate in clinical governance activities and Quality Improvement including audit There is no requirement for Section 12(2) status and/or Approved Clinician status and/or DOL assessment. However the postholder will be required to attend training to become an Approved Practitioner under the Mental Health (Jersey) Law 2016. Population and CAMHS Caseload • The population of Jersey at the end of 2024 was estimated to be 104,540 with approximately 22,910 under the age of 19., • The current number of cases open to CAMHS is 1885 end of 2025., • The total number of new referrals received in 2025 was 906, • The current postholder’s (locum) caseload is approximately 90. Most of the cases on the caseload will have an allocated care co-ordinator but there may be some exceptions to this. Most new assessments are undertaken by other members of the MDT, but some will require initial medical assessment. There are no fixed requirements for new assessments and follow up appointments. On average there maybe 1-2 new assessments per week and 15-20 follow up appointments, depending on the complexity of the cases and other commitments. Annual leave, Study leave and Job Plan • Consultants are entitled to 30 days of annual leave increasing to 32 days after 7 years’ service (at Consultant level) plus bank holidays., • Study leave for the purpose of professional development should be applied for through the Clinical Lead and is approved by the Director of Medical Education. There is a generous study leave budget and there is an entitlement of 30 days every 3 years., • All consultants have a 10 PA contract for public work, which is non-negotiable. The final job plan will vary according to the successful appointees and be agreed by the Clinical Lead and Chief of Service and ratified by the Group Medical Director. The post holder’s job plan will be reviewed annually and will be appraised according to the current guidance. 1.5 - 2.5 supporting professional activities (SPAs) consisting of: • 1 SPA for clinical learning and preparation for appraisal (including audit, weekly teaching sessions, case presentations, mortality reviews etc), • 1 SPA for managerial activities, service development and quality improvement (subject to agreement), • 0.5 SPA for other SPA activities tba Some SPAs will be annualised rather than represented in the weekly timetable.

We are currently recruiting for a Technical Director to join a leading global organisation within the food sector. This is a pivotal executive role, responsible for shaping and delivering the technical, quality, and food safety strategy across an international supply chain. About the Role As Technical Director, you will lead the development and implementation of robust quality and food safety policies, ensuring all products meet both regulatory requirements and the highest internal standards. You will oversee technical operations across owned manufacturing sites, third-party partners, and suppliers, while acting as a key advisor to senior leadership. You will play a critical role in embedding a culture where quality and food safety are integral to business success, partnering closely with internal teams, customers, and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities • Define and deliver the global quality and food safety strategy, including systems, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives, • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental standards across manufacturing sites, co-manufacturers, and suppliers, • Lead product integrity initiatives across the full supply chain, including supplier quality, customer care, and third-party laboratories, • Provide technical leadership in customer and supplier engagements, including contract negotiations, • Partner with regulatory authorities on compliance, product withdrawals, and recall management, • Collaborate with Legal, Investor Relations, and Commercial teams to provide technical insight and support due diligence activities, • Build, lead, and develop high-performing teams, fostering a collaborative and accountable culture, • Represent the business externally as a technical expert, • Drive innovation and continuous improvement across products, processes, and technologies, • Develop strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders About You • Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred) in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline, • Minimum 10+ years’ experience in Quality Assurance and Food Safety, including senior leadership roles, • In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and global compliance requirements, • Proven experience managing product recalls, crisis situations, and risk assessment, • Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to engage at executive level, • Commercially aware with experience supporting customer and supplier negotiations, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis, • Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing, cross-functional teams, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience with regulatory bodies, • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment Why This Role? This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a global technical function within a forward-thinking organisation, where you will have the platform to influence strategy, drive standards, and make a meaningful impact on business performance.

Allerton Bishop is delighted to be partnering with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation to appoint a Head of Engineering. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for engineering strategy and delivery across a GMP-regulated manufacturing site, with a clear mandate to drive operational excellence, capital investment, and engineering performance. This position sits on the site leadership team and will play a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and the successful execution of both operational and strategic engineering initiatives. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and develop the Engineering, Operational Excellence (OpEx), Capital Projects (CapEx), and Validation functions, • Define and execute the site-wide engineering strategy aligned to quality and production objectives, • Drive equipment reliability, asset lifecycle management, and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, TPM, RCA), • Oversee the delivery of capital investment programmes, including facility upgrades, new equipment, and expansion projects, • Ensure robust validation strategy and execution across equipment, utilities, and processes in line with GMP requirements, • Own engineering budget, resource planning, and contractor/vendor management, • Build and develop high-performing, multidisciplinary teams across engineering, projects, and validation. Candidate Profile: • Proven leadership experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, • Strong technical background across engineering, utilities, and validation within GMP settings, • Demonstrated success in leading engineering or validation teams, • Track record of delivering complex capital projects and driving site engineering performance improvements., • Experience working within aseptic, sterile, or oral solid dose manufacturing environments is advantageous For a confidential discussion, please contact Allerton Bishop. Head of Engineering | Engineering Director | Site Engineering Lead | Director of Engineering | Head of Technical Services | Engineering Manager | Capital Projects Director | CapEx Lead | Operational Excellence Leader | OpEx Director | Validation Manager | Head of Validation | GMP Engineering | Pharmaceutical Engineering | Aseptic Manufacturing | Sterile Manufacturing | Oral Solid Dose | OSD Manufacturing | Utilities Engineering | Maintenance & Reliability | Asset Management | Lean Manufacturing | TPM | Continuous Improvement | CDMO | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing UK

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Manager to join Veramed on a permanent basis in the UK. This role offers flexible home and/or office working, best‑in‑class training, and a competitive total reward package. The primary purpose of this role is to support the Director, Quality & Compliance in the delivery of Quality Assurance activities and the ongoing oversight, maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal procedures, supporting audits and inspections, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, and promoting a culture of quality across the business. The role offers scope to take ownership of key QA processes and to work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to drive high standards of quality and compliance. Key Responsibilities The tasks listed below outline the scope of this position. The application of these tasks may vary, based on current business needs. Quality Assurance: • Management of the Quality Management System., • Contribute to the generation and management of the internal audit schedule., • Independently conduct and report audits in accordance with the internal audit schedule., • Conduct Vendor Audits as instructed., • Lead, manage and coordinate client audits and Regulatory inspections., • Respond to and follow up on audit reports and vendor questionnaires., • Review and QA approval of SOPs and other controlled documents., • Effectively monitor compliance to processes., • Provide input for and maintain oversight of CAPAs and Quality Issues., • Generate Quality metrics reports to provide updates to the Management Team on quality related issues and initiatives., • Ensure company-wide compliance to EU and UK clinical trial legislation, ICH GCP and other applicable legislation., • QA review of Computerised Systems Validation (CSV) projects., • Perform risk assessments where required. Quality Improvement: • Empowered to promote good practice by challenging standards within the workplace and by suggesting areas for improvement., • Inspire and drive company to achieve and maintain quality values., • Review of lesson learned meetings, customer concerns, issues and CAPAs for quality-related items and responsibility for coordinating any resulting training or process updates. Training and Development: • Development, coordination and delivery of training materials related to quality, including GCP., • Perform work in full compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, company policies, procedures and training. Data Protection: • Assist DPO with Data Protection activities., • Ensure adherence to applicable legislation, including GDPR. Information Security: • Assist in hosting ISO27001 accreditation and subsequent surveillance audits., • Review SOPs for Information Security compliance, and/or where required, draft new SOPs/POLs on this topic., • Conduct IS audits – internal and vendors., • Support Information Security Assessments (of Veramed)., • Conduct Information Security Assessments of potential vendors., • Assist with management of potential and actual data breaches, in conjunction with ISSC, ELT and DPO. Minimum Qualification Requirements • Training and at least 2 years’ experience in Good Clinical Practice., • At least 5 years’ relevant QA experience, preferably within the life sciences sector. Other Information/Additional Requirements • Expert knowledge of UK, EU and US clinical trial legislation., • Able to communicate effectively and influence across and within the organization., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. If you’re passionate about quality and want to make a meaningful contribution within a people‑focused organisation, we’d love to hear from you! At Veramed, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment based on integrity, honesty and respect. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic.

🌟 Technical Services Manager – Cloud & Infrastructure (Hybrid) Department: Managed Services Reports To: Services Director We’re looking for a highly experienced Technical Services Manager with deep Azure cloud expertise to lead and inspire our Infrastructure Team while acting as a trusted technical advisor for our customer. This role is ideal for someone passionate about cloud-first strategy, Azure migration, managed cloud services, and continuous service improvement within a modern managed services environment. This position plays a critical role in helping our customer transition, optimise, and operate Azure-based platforms, ensuring stability, security, and long-term value from cloud investments. 🔑 Key Responsibilities • Provide leadership and governance for the 2nd/3rd Line Infrastructure & Cloud Team, ensuring strong performance, capability development, and engagement., • Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure and Azure cloud-related incidents, ensuring rapid and effective resolution., • Own and drive Azure cloud services, including IaaS, PaaS, and hybrid environments, within a managed services framework., • Lead and support Azure migration initiatives, including assessment, planning, execution, and post-migration optimisation., • Drive service improvement through cloud optimisation, cost management (FinOps), automation, and modernisation initiatives., • Ensure all infrastructure and Azure cloud services are secure, resilient, compliant, and aligned to customer strategy., • Build strong relationships with the customer’s IT leadership, acting as their trusted advisor on Azure cloud strategy, roadmaps, and future-state architecture., • Oversee SLA/OLA performance for infrastructure and Azure managed services, ensuring KPIs and contractual commitments are met., • Support and mentor team members, fostering deep Azure capability, technical excellence, and career growth., • Ensure compliance with policies, regulatory requirements, and ISO standards (ISO 27001, ISO 9001)., • Collaborate with Service Delivery, Transition, and Technical Account Management to ensure smooth onboarding of cloud services and migrations into BAU support., • Own the technical and cloud relationship with the customer for Infrastructure and Azure Managed Services., • Provide expert input into Azure architecture, landing zones, governance, and cloud operating models., • Shape cloud roadmaps, transformation programmes, and future-state designs aligned to business outcomes., • Champion cloud best practices, including automation (IaC), resilience, security-by-design, and scalability., • Participate in Change Approval Boards (CAB), risk assessments, and cloud governance forums., • Oversee proactive monitoring, patching, capacity management, backup, DR, and vulnerability remediation across Azure and hybrid environments., • Represent our managed service business with professionalism, clearly demonstrating ongoing cloud value, optimisation, and innovation., • Proven leadership experience within an Infrastructure, Cloud, or Technical Services environment., • Strong Azure cloud expertise is essential, including:, • Azure IaaS/PaaS, • Azure networking, security, and identity, • Azure migration strategies and tooling, • Hybrid and multi-cloud environments, • Azure managed services and operational best practices, • Strong technical background with the ability to advise on complex cloud and infrastructure solutions., • Experience acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on cloud strategy and transformation., • Passionate about cloud modernisation, service improvement, automation, and cost optimisation. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity, Disability Confident employer. At Ultima, we celebrate our differences and strive to build an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to succeed. Not sure you meet every single requirement? People from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. At Ultima, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for. Apply now, or reach out to our Talent team if you have any questions — we’re always happy to chat about how we can make work, work for you.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Around the globe, Arup’s MEP engineers bring specialist expertise to solutions for buildings, transport infrastructure and energy, water and waste utilities. Our comprehensive services include energy audits, demand assessment, supply and system resilience, utilities consultancy and sustainable electrical engineering design. Across Transport, Healthcare, Science & Industry, and Commercial sectors, we support designers and developers in shaping solutions that unite creativity, functionality, and commercial value. We are trusted to bring innovative solutions to complex technical challenges for clients in the Midlands and beyond including HS2, TFL, Network Rail, NHS, University of Warwick, University of Nottingham, Rolls-Royce PLC, and other regional and global companies. Whatever the role or specialism, our people are passionate about what they do, they believe in our values and are happy to come to work every day. And this is why people choose to work here and stay. The Opportunity As a MEP Project Lead Engineer within our building engineering team, in particular the transport sector, you will work on some of the most exciting and innovative rail buildings across the region and globally. The team are currently involved in major projects both local and globally from feasibility stage through to practical completion. Current and recent projects include social infrastructure projects such as HS2 Interchange station, rail depots, and aviation hubs for major transport clients. You will undertake a lead role in delivering our clients’ requirements. A key element of the role will be to lead and further develop our project delivery within the transport/ rail sector- working on local, national and international rail projects for major Clients such as HS2, TFL, Network Rail and local/regional transport companies- working in collaboration with Arup Transport Group. Your MEP Engineering background in rail projects will come into its own when helping to guide the technical direction of our projects, and when helping members of the MEP team achieve their full potential. Day-to-day, we work in project groups, supported by geographical discipline teams. Our global business and skills networks provide us with the ability to develop as individuals based on projects and research conducted around the world. As the technical leader and member of the project team you should have excellent communication skills, allowing you to maintain relationships with your client, your team and the wider Arup. You will communicate progress, potential issues and risks to inform and propose mitigation to your client, the Project Manager and internally. You will support the Project Manager to control budgets for projects, key milestones and targets including time, cost, quality and safety to ensure that objectives are achieved in line with programme plans. The knowledge, skills and experience we value are varied as we continue to develop diverse teams. You will help to foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to supporting others across the team in delivering a high-quality service. Key responsibilities you will hold when undertaking this role: • Lead Arup multi-disciplinary design teams from project inception through to completion, • Lead MEP design production using major rail standards, which includes HS2, Transport for London, Network Rail, Crossrail and other rail standards, • Lead MEP design assurance processes, in compliance with HS2, Transport for London, Network Rail, CrossRail and other rail processes, • The ability to take on Electrical Technical Advisor role on project (electrical engineering background) will be a preference, • Working with our internal team and across Arup groups, including our Transport group, to deliver holistic design solutions, • Managing the project design programme and resources, working collaboratively with our rail programmer as part of a multidisciplinary team, • Support our Transport Lead in major bids and business development, and in shaping our skills and resources in rail sector within our group and across the wider Arup, • Keeping up to date with current legislation and regulations, • Working with the Project Director to ensure commercial success At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. Is this role right for you? In your role in the Group, you will be working alongside colleagues from all over Arup providing the full range of multi-disciplinary services required to deliver major projects. With experience in MEP design you will have the self-assurance to lead your discipline as well as the ability to take on lead roles on projects, including sub-consultants. We are seeking candidates who: • Are a Chartered Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with a strong MEP multidisciplinary engineering design knowledge. Electrical engineering background will be a preference., • Proven experience in managing and delivering multi-disciplinary transports (rail) design projects within a consultancy environment; values quality and enjoys delivering., • Proven experience in leading and delivering MEP design using major rail standards, which includes HS2, Transport for London, Network Rail, Cross Rail and other rail standards, • Have strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with clients., • You should have strong client facing skills and be able to represent Arup externally. You will be able to direct and deliver bids to secure new work., • Experience in directing teams of engineers throughout all stages of design and construction, • Represented the design and/or discipline team in discussions with the client and contractor Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Aslam Hussain (). Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email. What we offer you At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. Different People, Shared Values Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at . We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Aslam Hussain () to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you. #LI-DNI

About the Company PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Project Manager role in the South West/ London. This will be working for a specialist contractor within the civils sector. Please see more info below! About the Role The Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of construction projects or major work packages, ensuring performance against safety, commercial, programme, quality, and people objectives. This role provides overall leadership to the construction team, ensuring delivery in line with contractual requirements, within budget and programme constraints, and to the highest standards of technical excellence. The Project Manager champions a culture of safety and accountability, setting a zero-tolerance standard for unsafe practices and ensuring full compliance with Safety Management Systems and organisational values. Responsibilities • Act as the primary company representative across all project interfaces, • Serve as the main client contact, ensuring clear communication and alignment of expectations, • Establish and lead the project team, defining roles, responsibilities, and expected behaviours, • Develop, manage, and deliver the construction programme to meet cost, time, quality, and contractual requirements, • Ensure full understanding and communication of project scope, requirements, and documentation, • Oversee production controls, progress reporting, and continuous performance improvement, • Implement Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems across the project, • Lead the development and approval of Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Construction Phase Plans, and Quality Plans, • Promote a zero-tolerance safety culture and ensure compliance with statutory training requirements, • Ensure adherence to IMS, QMS, and environmental procedures, including incident reporting and occupational health standards, • Plan and coordinate labour, plant, and materials with the Labour Manager and Commercial Team, • Manage subcontractors, suppliers, temporary works, and design partners to meet programme and quality targets, • Raise requisitions for resources and subcontract packages in line with project timelines, • Deliver projects within authorised budgets while optimising cost and quality outcomes, • Monitor scope against contract requirements and raise variations promptly with Commercial or Project leadership, • Support tender submissions and attend handover meetings where required, • Participate in internal and client meetings, including progress, H&S, and coordination sessions, • Ensure timely and accurate submission of project documentation to clients, • Provide regular updates to the Project Director on performance, risks, and key project issues Contact Dan Confrey at PSR Solutions for more info!

• Monday to Friday, • Home based with regular travel as required, • Senior level Salary & Benefits, • Line management of Senior team Here at ISS, as a leading Facilities Management (FM) provider, we are looking to recruit an Engineering Director to join one of the most prestigious, renowned and significant Accounts in the sector, for a client whose estate is massive, sophisticated and ever evolving. The Engineering Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership, operational governance, and operational oversight for engineering services across the UK portfolio, achieving 100% uptime of all Critical Infrastructure and providing service delivery in line with all legal and regulatory standards. By maintaining diligent oversight, the Director aligns technical operations with industry best practice, providing a high-quality experience for clients and stakeholders, aligning regional delivery with global standards, client expectations, and organisational objectives. Additionally, the Director cultivates strong relationships with the ISS Integrated team and with our client, facilitating ongoing collaboration for seamless service delivery. Through direct leadership and the promotion of best practice, the Director drives excellence, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. Balancing strategic direction with hands-on leadership, ensuring operational excellence, risk mitigation, energy efficiency, and performance optimisation across the regional estate. This is a role that rarely becomes available and we are looking an industry best Technical Leader. Actions will include: • Operate as part of the UK Regional Account Senior Leadership Team, providing effective and structure communication with all key Internal and External stakeholders., • Act as the Technical Lead and main point of contact for client within UK Technical Services operation, producing all necessary reporting to senior stakeholders within ISS and Client and attending contractual review meetings as per agreed contract governance., • Strategically Lead the Technical Services operation across UK Corporate region, with responsibility for the completion of all Engineering and Building Fabric planned, reactive and corrective maintenance activities in line with contract requirements., • Responsible for the in Region completion of all M&E and Building Fabric work orders,ensuring the Region meeting contract SLAs & KPIs, • Drive continuous financial and service improvement – Improving cost efficiency while maintaining consistency or improving service levels, responsive to changing business needs., • Chair the UK Region Engineering and Building Fabric Risk Board. Focusing on reviewing ongoing risks and support client and other stakeholders in effective close out and escalation of risk impacting ISS and Client, • Support on-going adherence to engineering standards in accordance with Health and Safety at Work Act (HAS requirements., • Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory and institutional requirements and recommended best practice., • Provide leadership over ISS Authorised Person process and oversight of the On Account Team of Authorising Engineers team. We need from you: • A strong engineering background within Electrical and/or Mechanical with relevant qualifications within the built environment space, • Director level experience of technical delivery across a Critical Engineering Hard FM Account at a large scale, • Very well developed stakeholder management skills The Company ISS is a global leader in workplace and facilities management, helping organisations create environments where people and businesses can thrive. We partner with clients across sectors—from healthcare to finance—to deliver smart, sustainable solutions that improve everyday experiences. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to diversity, wellbeing, and supporting the Armed Forces community. As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you require any adjustments, please contact our Resourcing Team—we’ll be happy to support you. Join ISS and be part of something bigger.

Assistant Director of Community Services - Charitable Provider Location: Hybrid (UK) – with regular national travel to all locations Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum plus benefits package About the Opportunity Compass Associates are proud to be partnering with Royal Star & Garter to recruit an Assistant Director of Community Services at a pivotal time in the charity’s development. This role sits at the heart of the organisation’s five-year strategy, supporting the transformation of community-based services into a scalable, evidence-led, national model of support for the UK’s Armed Forces community. The postholder will lead the design, development and delivery of innovative community programmes that expand reach, improve outcomes, and ensure services remain responsive, impactful and sustainable. The Role The Assistant Director of Community Services will lead the national Community Services programme, ensuring the development and delivery of innovative, high-quality and scalable services for veterans and their partners across the UK. Working closely with the Director of Care & Wellbeing, the postholder will shape and implement community-based models of care and support, driving both expansion and continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of services. Key Responsibilities • Lead the development and delivery of the community services strategy, • Design and implement multi-option service models, enabling scalable, evidence-led provision, • Develop innovation pathways from design through to pilot, evaluation and scale, • Benchmark services and ensure continuous improvement aligned with veteran needs, • Provide visible, values-based leadership across all community services, • Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams including innovation, clinical leadership and data functions, • Foster a culture of collaboration, learning and continuous improvement, • Oversee therapy access, wellbeing outreach, community hubs and end-of-life pathways, • Build strong partnerships with NHS organisations, hospices, commissioners and veterans’ groups, • Represent Royal Star & Garter nationally across sector networks and events, • Support funding applications and service development bids through evidence and evaluation About You • Senior leadership experience in health, social care or community services, • Proven experience in service development, transformation or innovation, • Strong understanding of governance, safeguarding and multi-agency working, • Experience working within or alongside regulated services, • Experience leading multidisciplinary or cross-functional teams, • Strong analytical mindset with experience using data and evaluation to shape services Desirable Experience • Experience in veteran-focused, charitable or community health settings, • Track record of leading pilots, transformation or service redesign, • Master’s level qualification or equivalent professional expertise Why apply? This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of community-based care and support for the UK’s Armed Forces community. The role offers the chance to lead national transformation, build innovative service models, and make a lasting impact on the lives of veterans and their families. How to Apply For a confidential discussion, please contact Gareth Guyll Direct on 02392 417 100 or Referrals Know someone suitable for this role? We offer a £500 John Lewis voucher for every successful referral placed.

Your new company The business is a well-established UK organisation operating within an asset-intensive environment, structured across a small group of interrelated entities. It combines a stable core operation with a larger UK trading business and associated property and holding companies, creating a financial landscape that is interesting, varied, and commercially focused. With an emphasis on collaboration, continuous improvement, and recent investment in systems and processes, it is an organisation we are genuinely excited to be working with as they continue to strengthen their finance capability and support future growth. Your new role We're recruiting a hands-on Senior Accountant to join a growing, asset-intensive UK business at an exciting point of development. This is a broad, high-visibility role working directly with the Managing Director, with significant exposure to group finance and senior stakeholders.Following a recent ERP implementation, the successful candidate will act as the Nominal Ledger super user, helping the business embed best practice and maximise value from the system.This role offers genuine scope, autonomy, and progression for an accountant who enjoys ownership, complexity, and working close to decision-makers. This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and Group Finance, providing strong visibility and influence ...