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Love being on the move and interacting with people from all walks of life? Proud to deliver quality goods on time and put a smile on thousands of faces every week? Join Ocado Logistics where there are bags of possibilities. It's our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience. Whilst others might call you delivery drivers, here at Ocado Logistics our Customer Service Team Members play a vital role, delivering top quality products on time and in an efficient manner. You’ll be out on the road whatever the weather, but you’ll never have to fight over the radio station, and you can sing along as loud as you like! In return, we use our automated technology to pre plan your route and pre-load your van! Everyone likes their groceries at different times, so our working patterns will involve evenings and weekends in addition to weekdays - so on top of your base pay you will receive premiums that will increase your average hourly earnings to £14.01 per hour. You can also stack your earnings further with enhanced overtime to fund those special occasions! All your breaks are paid, meaning for every minute at work you get paid. That’s a great deal! (Everyone’s shifts will vary but more information is included at the bottom of this advert to help you understand what that might look like.) Whilst a safe working environment goes without saying, we offer a shopping list of perks that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle, including: • Company pension of up to 7% matched contributions after just 3 months, • An enhanced digital health and wellbeing service, including virtual GP appointments, for you and your dependents, • Hundreds of high street shopping, entertainment and restaurant discounts, • Life insurance coverage from day one of employment, • 15% off your weekly shop with Ocado.com, • Loads more voluntary benefits such as dental and travel insurance at a discounted price You don’t need any previous experience to join our good-natured team, just bring yourself and a positive attitude, and our amazing training team will do the rest! But you will need the following Driving Licence Requirements: • Full UK or EU driving licence., • Minimum of 12 months driving experience, • Maximum of 6 penalty points. As this is a customer facing role, good communication skills are also essential. How to apply: • Fill in an online application - there is no CV needed!, • Our friendly recruitment team will get in touch to conduct an Online Licence Check and Right to Work Checks., • You will be invited to take a tour of the site, giving you the opportunity to meet the team for a question-and-answer session, and have a relaxed chat as part of the interview, • We will run a Disclosure Barring System check (DBS)., • Once all checks are completed, you will be offered the role and your career with Ocado Logistics will start! Please note: Our Luton site provides deliveries into a wide range of North London locations, where traffic conditions can be busy and complex. You must be confident in your driving ability and capable of safely navigating high‑density traffic routes, urban road layouts, and frequent stop‑start conditions. Applicants should be comfortable driving in these environments as a regular part of the role. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 40 hours (including paid breaks) Contracted days: You will be required to work any 5 days out of 7, and will be provided with further information during pre-boarding. Shifts: AM & PM. You may start as early as 05:30 in the morning, and can finish as late as 12:00 (midnight). Please check your commute time prior to applying. You will receive your shift rota up to 13 weeks in advance. Pay Structure: The position is lunar paid. This means you will be paid every 4 weeks according to a monthly schedule. Please take this into consideration when applying. Hourly Pay Rates: Monday to Saturday (Basic Rate) £13.55 Mon - Sat Evening (18:00 - 06:00) £14.67 Sunday basic £14.91 Sunday evening (18:00 - 06:00) £16.14 Overtime day £16.94 Overtime evening (18:00 - 06:00) £18.06 We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, prioritising inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. So, whatever your background or story, you’ll find a home at Ocado Logistics.

Membership Account Executive Permanent & 12‑Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time Office-based – Hatfield | Monday to Friday We are currently recruiting two Membership Account Executives to join a friendly, collaborative team environment. These are hands-on, office-based roles focused on building trusted relationships with business members and helping them achieve greater value and outcomes from their membership. This is not a hard sales role. Success comes from consultative conversations, genuine curiosity about your customers’ businesses, and the ability to identify opportunities where additional services, events, upgrades or sponsorships can add real value. The Opportunity You’ll work closely with a portfolio of business members, acting as a first point of contact and trusted advisor throughout their membership journey. Your focus will be on engagement, retention and growth — ensuring members are fully aware of and involved in the benefits available to them. The role suits someone who enjoys being operational, front‑line and people‑focused, with a natural ability to build rapport and confidence across a wide range of stakeholders. Key Responsibilities • Proactively engage with members to deliver an excellent, consistent customer experience, • Hold consultative conversations to understand business needs and identify value‑added solutions, • Encourage participation in events, networking opportunities and business initiatives, • Explore and promote relevant upgrades, sponsorship and additional services where appropriate, • Support membership renewals and retention activity, • Conduct regular account calls and occasional 1‑to‑1 meetings (in person or virtual), • Accurately maintain records and activity through a CRM system, • Attend occasional business events (early mornings or early evenings – typically 1–2 per month), • Travel locally to meet members where required (Hertfordshire), • Contribute to team targets around engagement, revenue growth and member satisfaction What We’re Looking For • Background in business‑to‑business roles, ideally across multiple industries, • Comfortable communicating with people at all levels, from SMEs to senior leaders, • Naturally consultative, with the confidence to have commercial conversations in a subtle, value‑led way, • Professional, credible and customer‑focused with high personal and business standards, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, • Enjoys working in a team-based, office environment, • Target‑driven, but motivated by relationships and long‑term value rather than hard selling, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle you are happy to use for business purposes, • Willingness to travel locally across Hertfordshire for occasional face‑to‑face meetings and to attend networking events Working Pattern & Rewards • Office based in Hatfield, Monday to Friday, • Occasional attendance at business events outside core hours with time back in lieu, • Good basic salary, plus bonus and additional earning potential, • Two opportunities available:, • Full-time permanent position, • Full-time 12‑month fixed term contract This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a relationship‑led, professional environment and enjoys making a tangible difference to customer experience, engagement and long‑term value.

Foodservice - National Account Manager (12 Month FTC) St Albans – office based We’re exclusively partnering with Lotus Bakeries on a major commercial growth project, supporting a number of hires across National Account Management and Category Management. With a portfolio that includes Lotus Biscoff, TREK, Nakd, BEAR and Peter’s Yard, this investment reflects a clear commitment to accelerating performance across some of the most recognisable and high growth brands in the category. This particular role will have a strong focus on Peter’s Yard - a premium, fast-growing brand within the portfolio - offering a great opportunity to take real ownership in driving its continued success within the foodservice channel. This is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership of key foodservice accounts, with real accountability and exposure to the wider commercial strategy. This role is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract. Key Responsibilities: • Own and manage key foodservice accounts, building strong and effective customer relationships, • Drive growth across your accounts, identifying opportunities to increase distribution, visibility and sales, • Lead day-to-day customer management including promotional planning, pricing and trade spend tracking, • Analyse performance data and customer insight to inform decision making and drive account performance, • Support and contribute to joint business planning and longer-term customer strategy, • Manage P&L responsibility across your accounts, ensuring delivery of volume, value and margin targets, • Work cross-functionally with category, supply chain and marketing teams to ensure best-in-class execution What we’re looking for: • Experience managing foodservice or out-of-home customers (e.g. wholesalers, contract caterers, or restaurant groups), • Commercially aware with strong numerical and analytical capability, • Confident managing customers and building relationships with buyers and key stakeholders, • Proactive, resilient and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, • A team player who is keen to learn, develop and take on more responsibility If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career: contact us today. Please get in touch with or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy. The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior National Account Manager – Tesco (12-Month FTC) Hybrid – St. Albans We’re supporting a leading branded snacking business as they hire a Senior National Account Manager on a 12-month fixed term contract, working on one of their most exciting and fast-growing kids’ food brands. This role will take full ownership of the Tesco account, driving the commercial plan, delivering JBPs, and ensuring best-in-class execution across range, promo, and activation. It’s a high-impact position with great visibility, ideal for someone who enjoys pace, accountability, and working with a brand that’s continuing to build strong momentum in UK Grocery. The Tesco account is in a great position, has been well run for a number of years, and is now looking for someone to help drive and guide the business through new legislation etc. Key Responsibilities: • Full ownership of Tesco, including JBP delivery, range reviews, promotions and forecasting, • Manage P&L performance, trade spend and promotional ROI, • Build strong relationships across Tesco buying, supply chain, category and formats, • Lead cross-functional collaboration with marketing, supply chain, finance and category teams, • Deliver NPD launches and shopper activation plans with excellence, • Track performance, identify risks/opportunities and provide clear internal updates and recommendations Qualifications: • Proven SNAM/NAM experience managing a Top 4 Grocery customer., • Strong commercial capability: JBPs, P&L management, forecasting, trade spend and negotiation, • Confident communicator with the ability to influence internally and externally, • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and comfort working with data, • Proactive, resilient and able to operate at pace in a high-performing team If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career – contact us today. Please get in touch with or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy: Call: 020 7871 8000 Email: The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Negotiable Salary. A Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to take full commercial responsibility for a repairs and refurbishment contract forming part of a wider planned works programme. Support, mentor, and develop Assistant and Quantity Surveyors within the team.

🚧 We’re hiring: 3D CAD / BIM Technician – Water 🚧 💷 Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 📍 Location: Hemel Hempstead 🕒 Contract: Permanent | Full Time (40 hours per week) 🏢 Work pattern: Office‑based at least 3 days per week An established organisation is looking for an experienced 3D CAD / BIM Technician to join a growing design team delivering complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. In this role, you’ll produce high‑quality 3D models and technical drawings, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support project delivery through effective BIM processes. You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor junior technicians and contribute to the continuous improvement of digital design workflows. 🔧 Key responsibilities: • Producing and managing detailed 3D models and technical drawings, • Multidisciplinary model coordination and clash detection, • Ensuring compliance with design standards and quality processes, • Supporting and mentoring junior team members, • Contributing to the development of BIM workflows ✅ About you: • 5+ years’ experience as a CAD/BIM Technician, • Proficient in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD (or similar tools), • Experience working on complex, coordinated models, • Strong attention to detail and communication skills, • Relevant qualification or equivalent practical experience 🎯 What’s on offer: • Competitive salary and benefits, • Clear progression and development opportunities, • Supportive, collaborative working environment, • The chance to contribute to essential infrastructure projects 📩 Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch or apply now. Vacancy Reference: PR/029129 Vacancy Owner: Debbie De La Cruz | | (+44) 1296 611330 | (+44) 7470179145

Role: Year 3 Class Teacher Start Date: September 2026 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Term: Permanent Salary: £35,000 - £48,000 A leading independent prep school in the Hemel Hempstead area is seeking a Year 3 Class Teacher from September 2026. This is a full time and permanent role. This independent school aims to provide a first-class education, where every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential within a broad range of academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities. They endeavour to uphold the values of respect, kindness, loyalty, and honesty, which are central to all that the school does. The school are looking for someone who has experience of teaching in a primary setting and is happy to adapt and help out at a lovely prep school. You will be expected to plan and deliver imaginative, stimulating lessons which inspire the children and encourage a genuine spirit of enquiry. To work collaboratively with other members of the year group team. If you have experience as a primary class teacher and want to teach a Year 3 class at a lovely prep school from September 2026, please send your CV to Duncan or contact him for more information. Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.

Technical Manager - Recladding/Remediation The Company: A rapidly growing specialist contractor delivering fire safety remediation and building safety projects across the UK is looking to appoint one or two Technical Managers to join their expanding team. Following significant contract awards with major residential developers, the business has built a strong pipeline of work delivering remediation programmes across projects ranging from £1m – £40m. Operating as a Principal Contractor, they manage the technical delivery of complex remediation schemes including façade replacement, fire protection works and internal fire safety upgrades. The Role Working within the pre-construction team, the Technical Manager will coordinate the technical design process across multiple remediation projects. You will act as the key link between consultants, designers and delivery teams to ensure compliant and coordinated solutions across building safety projects. Typical responsibilities include: • Coordinating external consultants including Fire Engineers, Structural Engineers and Designers, • Managing the technical design process on remediation and cladding projects, • Ensuring compliance with current building safety and fire regulations, • Reviewing drawings and technical submissions from consultants, • Supporting pre-construction and delivery teams with technical input, • Liaising with site teams during the project lifecycle This role would suit someone with a background in Design Management or Technical Coordination within construction. Requirements • Experience in a Technical Manager / Design Manager / Technical Coordinator type role, • Construction background (remediation, façade, residential or refurbishment experience beneficial), • Strong ability to coordinate consultants and technical information, • Good understanding of design and regulatory processes within construction The Opportunity • Join a contractor with a large secured pipeline of remediation work, • Work on high-value projects up to £40m, • Be part of a growing technical team within an expanding principal contractor Package • Salary circa £60,000 - £75,000, • Laptop & phone, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Hybrid working: Herts office, London sites & WFH

Role: Director of Music Start Date: September 2026 Location: Hertfordshire (Hemel Hempstead area) Contract Term: Permanent Salary: Competitive with possible accommodation A leading independent prep school in Hertfordshire is seeking a Director of Music for September 2026. This is a full time and permanent role. This independent prep school is a thriving, busy school enjoying a famous reputation in its field. The School prepares children for entry, at both 13+ and 11+, into the leading independent senior schools. The School prides itself in academic excellence, whilst being non-selective at entry. The pupils have achieved outstanding results and have competed successfully for scholarships and awards at prestigious Senior Schools. At the same time the School provides excellent pastoral care, to ensure that pupils flourish in line with our ethos of encouraging them to be confident, happy and successful. The Head is seeking to appoint an inspirational, highly motivated and enthusiastic Director of Music who will lead the Music Department and will build on all the successes that the pupils and staff have achieved. The role will entail teaching Music across the School from Reception to Year 8 and Music is one of the key areas in which the school's pupils excel. Pupils have gained some of the most prestigious music scholarships at Senior Schools and have consistently excelled at recognised examinations, such as ABRSM and Trinity College of Music. For everyone at the School playing music and singing is fun. The children simply enjoy learning and performing, with astounding success. You will also be responsible for leading and organising the department, orchestras and groups. It is hoped you will be proficient in the piano and able to accompany. If you have a passion for Music and would like to lead the Music department at an outstanding independent prep school in Hertfordshire, please send your CV to Duncan or contact him for more information. Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.

Licensed Conveyancer – Residential Property - 5 years PQE St Albans, Hertfordshire | £45,000 – £55,000 |Hybrid (2 days WFH) | Full-Time & Permanent Tired of corporate conveyor belts? Come somewhere you actually matter. We're recruiting on behalf of a genuinely brilliant independent law firm based in the heart of St Albans. This is a practice with real personality, progressive, inclusive and proudly non-corporate. They operate across the UK and Spain and they're on the lookout for an experienced Licensed Conveyancer who wants to do great work in a place that actually values them. If you've spent years in a target-driven, hierarchical environment and found yourself wondering whether there's something better out there, there is. This is it. The Role You'll be managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to post-completion, with genuine autonomy and the support of a collaborative team around you. The work is interesting, the clients are valued, and the environment is one where your ideas and contributions are genuinely welcomed. Day to day you'll be: • Managing freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, re-mortgages and transfers of equity, • Reviewing title documentation, searches, enquiries and mortgage offers, • Drafting and approving contracts, transfer deeds and ancillary documentation, • Handling exchange, completion and post-completion matters including SDLT and Land Registry, • Advising clients throughout the process with a high standard of care and communication, • Contributing to business development and referrer relationships, • Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team where appropriate What We're Looking For • Qualified Licensed Conveyancer, Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, • Minimum 5 years' PQE in residential conveyancing, • Ability to run a full caseload independently with confidence and minimal supervision, • Strong knowledge of Land Registry requirements, lender instructions and SDLT procedures, • Freehold and leasehold experience as standard, • Excellent client care, communication and organisational skills Bonus points for experience with new build, shared ownership, Help to Buy or lease extensions, or familiarity with Leap case management software, but these aren't deal-breakers. Why This Role? Why This Firm? This isn't just another conveyancing job. Here's what makes this practice genuinely different: • Independent: decisions are made by people who care about the business and the team, not a faceless board, • Progressive & open to ideas: they actively encourage input from across the team to drive the business forward, • Non-corporate culture: clear targets exist, but without the suffocating hierarchy or relentless pressure that defines so many larger firms, • Authentic leadership: the kind of refreshingly real, occasionally quirky management that makes you feel like you're working with people, not for them, • Everyone has a voice: it's an open, honest environment where diverse perspectives are embraced and inclusion isn't just a policy, it's lived, • UK & Spain practice: a genuinely unique proposition for clients and a point of real differentiation in the market The Package Salary:£45,000 – £55,000 depending on experience Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per week working from home Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Holiday:22 days + bank holidays Friday Finish: Early close at 4:30pm every Friday Pension: Standard pension arrangements Contract: Full-time, permanent Sound like your kind of place? We'd love to hear from you. Drop us a message or apply directly through LinkedIn. All applications are handled in strict confidence. #LicensedConveyancer #ResidentialConveyancing #ConveyancingJobs #PropertyLaw #StAlbans #Hertfordshire #HybridWorking #LegalJobs #ConveyancingCareers #PropertySolicitor #IndependentLawFirm #LegalRecruitment

An established and fast-growing engineering and infrastructure business is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its Technical Services division. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a design-led, multi-disciplinary environment supporting major projects across the power and energy transition sectors. The organisation delivers a full lifecycle offering including design, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services to both regulated and private clients, with a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, and long-term client partnerships. The Role You will play a key role in managing commercial performance across a portfolio of design-focused engineering projects, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting pre-contract commercial activities, including pricing of design packages, • Managing commercial performance across multiple internal and external projects, • Leading NEC4 Compensation Events (CEs) – preparation, valuation, and submission, • Monitoring cost, value, and change across multi-disciplinary design packages, • Supporting time-based cost recovery (Option E), including timesheet validation and Defined Cost substantiation, • Collaborating with engineering, planning, and finance teams to ensure accurate forecasting, • Ensuring compliance with NEC4 contracts and client requirements, • Contributing to commercial governance and process improvement About You • Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within an NEC3/NEC4 environment, • Strong commercial awareness within a design-led or consultancy setting, • Proven experience in cost control, reporting, and forecasting, • Familiarity with time-based cost recovery models and consultancy frameworks, • Knowledge of NEC4 PSC Option E and ECS Options A/B, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Chartered (MRICS/MICES) or working towards accreditation, • Experience with tools such as CEMAR, Aconex, or similar What’s on Offer • Competitive salary with annual review and discretionary bonus, • Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more, • Enhanced pension contribution, • Life assurance, health screening, and enhanced sick pay, • Enhanced family-friendly benefits, • Ongoing professional development and career progression support, • Additional lifestyle benefits including retail discounts, gym membership support, and cycle to work scheme The Opportunity This is a chance to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong pipeline of work in the UK Energy and Infrastructure market, offering long-term stability and career growth within a collaborative and technically strong environment.

Street Works Supervisor Galldris Group Location: Radlett Infrastructure and Highways Project, Hertfordshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Street Works Supervisor to join our London Region on our Radlett Infrastructure and Highways Project. To be considered, you will come from a Highways, Utilities or Civil Engineering background and hold relevant Supervisor accreditation under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA), with demonstrable experience supervising Section 278 and highway works. The Street Works Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and monitoring street and highway works to ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, contract drawings, specifications, permits, and safety standards. The role will include supervising site teams and subcontractors undertaking works on the public highway. Key Accountabilities (including but not limited to): Health, Safety & Environment: • Ensuring works comply with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 and the Traffic Management Act 2004, • Monitoring compliance with Street Works permits and conditions issued by the Highway Authority, • Reviewing and checking RAMS and Traffic Management Plans (TMPs), ensuring they are communicated effectively to operatives, • Carrying out regular site inspections to ensure safe systems of work and zero tolerance of unsafe practices, • Ensuring signing, lighting and guarding are compliant with Chapter 8 requirements, • Liaising with the Principal Contractor and Local Authority to ensure permits are received, varied, or closed out correctly and on time Programme & Coordination: • Monitoring street works progress in line with permit durations and agreed programmes, • Identifying risks to programme, including overrun risks, and escalating where necessary, • Coordinating subcontractors and operatives to minimise disruption to the public and network, • Supporting collaborative working with utilities, local authorities and stakeholders Quality Management: • Ensuring reinstatements comply with the Specification, • Conducting regular inspections to ensure materials and workmanship meet required standards, • Recording and managing defects, ensuring timely remedial works, • Maintaining accurate records including site photographs, inspection reports and compliance documentation, • Supporting quality handover documentation where required Skills: • Strong knowledge of NRSWA legislation and permit schemes, • Good communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills, • Ability to challenge unsafe or non-compliant practices, • Experience using Street Manager and permit management systems, • Competent in reviewing drawings and traffic management layouts, • Good record-keeping and reporting skills Qualifications: • NRSWA Supervisor Accreditation (Units 10–14), • IOSH Managing Safely or SSSTS/SMSTS, • Valid CSCS Card (Supervisory level), • First Aid at Work (desirable), • Temporary Works awareness (desirable) Interested applicants must be eligible to work legally in the UK. Should you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then we would love to hear from you. Employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Galldris. Galldris is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic. Please note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable.

Regional Customer Service Team Leader Location: Hemel Hempstead Salary: Up to £40,000 Hours: Monday–Friday | 37.5 hours per week Are you a customer service leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys building high‑performing teams? This is a pivotal role where you’ll shape customer experience strategy, lead a regional team and drive operational excellence across the business. The Role You’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional customer service by leading, developing and motivating the Customer Services team while working closely with Operations, IT and senior leadership. Acting as a bridge between customers and the business, you’ll ensure service standards remain consistently high and aligned with company goals. Key Responsibilities • Embed exceptional customer service across the organisation by supporting and implementing company policies, • Act as the main liaison between Customer Services, Operations and customers to ensure seamless service delivery, • Lead, coach and develop the team, setting clear targets, performance plans and career pathways, • Identify talent and support succession planning to ensure long‑term team strength, • Deputise for the CS Operations Manager and cover Senior CSA/CSA duties when required, • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching and mentoring alongside the Training & QA Lead, • Conduct performance reviews, manage standards and apply corrective actions in line with HR policies, • Work closely with IT to improve system functionality and respond to evolving customer needs, • Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and represent the business at meetings and events, • Ensure contract reviews, reporting and processes meet accreditation standards including ISO 17025 and MCERTS, • Support group-wide alignment and the rollout of new processes and best practices, • Champion company values and promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement Skills & Experience • Proven experience in a senior, high‑volume customer service leadership role (ISO 17025 laboratory experience desirable), • A confident, motivating leader with strong team‑building and coaching skills, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, • Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capability in a fast‑moving environment, • Results‑driven with a passion for improving customer service performance, • Flexible, adaptable and comfortable managing change, • Experience training, mentoring and supervising Customer Service Advisors Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, influence customer experience strategy and grow within a collaborative, forward‑thinking organisation.

Job Title: Innovation Manager Location: Harpenden, Herts Reports To: Director of Operations Salary Range: £43k - £55k Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent About PheroSyn: PheroSyn is a venture backed AgriTech startup developing cutting‑edge insect pheromone technologies as sustainable alternatives to traditional pesticides. With multiple ongoing R&D and product development collaborations, we are expanding our managerial capacity to support the next stage of growth. We are now seeking an Innovation Manager, a senior cross functional role designed to combine strong scientific understanding with organisational leadership. You will provide strategic oversight of technical programmes, ensure the smooth execution of multidisciplinary projects, and drive the progression of the company’s innovation pipeline from concept through to product readiness. Role Summary We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Innovation Manager to provide hands‑on programme leadership, ensuring that lab teams, scientific partners, commercial collaborators, and senior leadership are effectively coordinated and working to clear timelines and priorities. You will provide programme-level technical oversight, supporting scientific prioritisation, evaluating technical trade-offs, and advising leadership on risks, feasibility, and next-stage decisions across chemistry, formulation, entomology, scale-up and biological systems. This is not a laboratory‑based role. You will work closely with the technical team to coordinate, oversee, and guide scientific programmes, rather than conduct experimental work yourself. You will be responsible for driving project delivery by tracking milestones and dependencies, coordinating technical documentation, maintaining scientific and regulatory compliance, and resolving operational issues to keep multidisciplinary projects on schedule. As Innovation Manager, you will also act as line manager for PheroSyn’s technical staff, providing day‑to‑day management, performance support, and development oversight in close coordination with the Director of Operations. Key Responsibilities 1. Technical Programme Management & Project Delivery • Progress innovation across Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs), planning, coordinating, and overseeing laboratory, greenhouse, field, and commercial scale product testing to support technical validation and market readiness., • Lead end‑to‑end planning, execution, and governance of internal and externally funded R&D and commercial feasibility programmes., • Develop and maintain integrated project plans, budgets, timelines, OKRs, KPIs, and risk registers, ensuring delivery against agreed milestones., • Act as the primary point of accountability for delivery across all technical programmes, including grant funded initiatives., • Coordinate closely with scientific, technical, and commercial teams to translate technical challenges, dependencies, and outputs into actionable programme steps, including identification and protection of intellectual property., • Ensure cross-functional alignment across chemistry, formulation and bioproduction, entomology, regulatory workstreams, trials partners, and commercial stakeholders., • Manage project governance and administration, including meeting cadence, decision and action tracking, issue resolution, and reporting., • Coordinate inputs from scientific, technical, and finance teams to support progress reporting, risk management, and financial tracking, ensuring compliance with funder terms and conditions (e.g. Innovate UK). 2. Scientific Oversight & Technical Communication • Review and consolidate experimental summaries, technical results, and project data to support decision making and identify potential intellectual property., • Support scientific decision-making by reviewing technical evidence, surfacing uncertainties and risks, resolving day-to-day technical challenges and presenting clear, well-reasoned options for next steps., • Translate complex technical information into clear documentation for senior leadership, partners, and investors., • Ensure all technical documentation meets regulatory, safety, and quality standards, drawing on lab teams for implementation. 3. Cross Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Alignment • Serve as the central coordination point between internal teams, external partners, academic collaborators, CROs, and funding bodies., • Facilitate regular technical review meetings, progress updates, and milestone assessments., • Provide line management to technical staff, including workload planning, objective setting, regular check‑ins, and performance feedback., • Identify operational bottlenecks and implement process improvements to ensure predictable and efficient delivery across the R&D and product pipeline. 4. Process, Compliance & Reporting • Maintain structured project documentation, version control, and reporting frameworks across all programmes., • Ensure adherence to project management standards, grant/funder compliance requirements, and internal governance processes., • Support preparation of executive and board level reporting materials including: presentations, Gantt charts, budget alignment, risk logs, milestone tracking, dashboards, technical summaries, and board level outputs. About You: Skills & Experience Essential • Scientific background (ideally a PhD or MSc in chemistry, biology, or environmental/agri‑sciences), or equivalent experience supporting technical teams., • Proven experience in scientific project or programme management within AgriTech, biotechnology, chemistry, or a related technical field., • Strong ability to understand scientific concepts and translate them into structured project plans, documentation, and clear stakeholder communications., • Experience coordinating and supporting externally funded or collaborative R&D projects, including reporting, compliance, and delivery against agreed milestones., • Excellent organisational skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent technical projects and competing priorities., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across scientific, commercial, and leadership teams., • Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced startup environment, with a proactive, delivery-oriented mindset. Experience working in a commercial or applied R&D environment, with an understanding of delivery constraints, timelines, budgets, and regulatory or customerdriven objectives. Desirable • Background and knowledge of synthetic and formulation chemistry., • Experience interacting with laboratory teams and understanding experimental design, with the ability to recognise and support the protection of intellectual property., • Exposure to formulation development, scale-up, or transition from lab to production., • Familiarity with green chemistry, sustainable agriculture, or biological pest management., • Experience coordinating external partnerships, CROs, or academic collaborations., • Experience with grant writing and development (e.g. Innovate UK). Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: PheroSyn is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equality and inclusivity and we strive to maintain this culture in our hiring practices and in everyday work-life. Apply now to contribute to a greener, more resilient future for global agriculture. Application Process: To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to . Application Deadline: 1st May 2026 Interviews are expected to be held w/c 4th May Expected Start Date: July 1st, 2026

My client, a PLC award-winning developer is recruiting for a Site Manager – Bovington (Hemel Hempstead) working on a 120+ unit traditional scheme consisting of both private and HA, including houses and apartments As a Site Manager you will drive programme and quality whilst delivering on set targets for the business & ensuring trades and labour are working in line with set guidelines. My client has a strong reputation in the market for supporting management with excellent internal training and promoting within. Duties, • No1 Site Manager – Reporting to the visiting contract manager, • Supporting the day to day running of the scheme, • Providing clear direction to the on-site construction team regarding responsibilities and targets, • Will work towards looking after more schemes for the business, • Managing the day to day operation from pilling - foundation to completion, and the critical paths for labour, materials and plant, including material lead times, • Ensuring the development is completed in accordance with specification and the build programme, • Providing accurate and regular reports on progress and dates, • Controlling additional costs for non-productive costs and prelim expenditure, • Driving through quality at every stage of the construction process, • Ensuring the development pass internal and external inspection processes, • Ensuring all aspects of Health and Safety are followed and adhered to, • Taking responsibility for self-development and the development of others, • Monitoring and controlling the quality of production and approve stage completions to payments to subcontractors, • LABC inspections, • Ensuring customer service always remains of the highest priority with everyone on site Qualifications, • Must have experience of being a No1 on traditional build schemes of 80+ units, • PLC experience, • Experience of being part of a NHBC/LABC Award winning team, • Working as part of a full production team, • CSCS,, • First Aid, • Competitive pay, • Fuel Allowance, • Holiday, • Healthcare, • Bonus structure, • Company car/car allowance can be discussed

UX/UI Designer (Contract) | Global SaaS Platform | £450/day (Inside IR35) We’re working with a global, enterprise-scale organisation to hire a UX/UI Designer on a 6-month contract. The business operates across multiple international markets, supporting large-scale, operational platforms used day-to-day across a complex supply chain environment. Their products sit at the heart of how data, systems and users interact — with a strong focus on improving usability across dense, data-heavy interfaces. They’re currently investing in evolving one of their core platforms, with a particular focus on refining how users navigate, interpret and act on large volumes of information. The role You’ll work closely with a Lead UX Designer and a wider global product team to translate research and insights into clear, usable, and scalable design solutions. This role is heavily focused on execution — taking structured UX outputs and turning them into high-quality UI, prototypes and production-ready designs across a complex SaaS platform. There’s a strong emphasis on simplifying workflows, improving clarity across data-heavy screens, and contributing to a more cohesive, consistent user experience across the platform. What you’ll be doing • Translating user research and insights into clear, intuitive interface designs, • Designing wireframes, high-fidelity UI and interactive prototypes in Figma, • Improving the usability of complex workflows, dashboards and data-heavy interfaces, • Structuring large volumes of information in a way that is clear and user-friendly, • Contributing to and evolving component libraries and design systems, • Collaborating closely with product, engineering and stakeholders across a global team, • Supporting the creation of user-facing materials, including lightweight tutorial or guidance content, • Helping to analyse and interpret user feedback to inform design decisions What they’re looking for • Proven experience designing for SaaS or enterprise platforms, • Strong UI and visual design skills, with a high level of attention to detail, • Confidence working in Figma, including components, prototyping and scalable systems, • Experience working on data-heavy products (e.g. dashboards, analytics, complex tables), • Ability to translate research and requirements into clear, well-structured designs, • Comfortable working in a structured, stakeholder-heavy environment, • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams, • Experience with motion design or tools like After Effects is a bonus Package • £450 per day (Inside IR35), • 6-month contract (starting June), • Hybrid working (2 days per week onsite in Hemel Hempstead), • 3-stage interview process Why it’s worth a look • Opportunity to work on a global, high-impact platform used at scale, • Exposure to complex, data-driven product challenges, • Collaborative, international team environment, • Clear scope and well-defined project focus

Solicitor/Legal Executive - Clinical Negligence Location: St Albans (hybrid - 1 day per week in the office, Wednesdays) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + discretionary bonus up to 7.5% Onboarding: Full-time office attendance for the first few weeks My client is seeking a Legal Executive or Solicitor to join its Clinical Negligence team in St Albans. This role is primarily focused on defendant clinical negligence work, with additional involvement in inquests, regulatory matters, and some employers’ and public liability claims. You will manage your own caseload and provide legal advice and claims handling support to NPA members and NPAI policy holders. You'll be joining a supportive team of six. Key responsibilities: • Providing legal advice to members and policy holders, • Managing claims in line with pre‑action protocols and the Civil Procedure Rules, • Liaising with members, claimants, solicitors, experts, insurers and other stakeholders, • Logging and assessing incident notifications, • Investigating liability and communicating decisions, • Collating medical evidence and assessing compensation, • Formulating offers and negotiating settlements, • Assessing and negotiating costs Essential requirements: • Solicitor or CILEx with 2-3 years PQE, • At least 2 years’ experience in clinical negligence, occupational disease or personal injury (claimant background welcome), • Good understanding of contract, tort, criminal law and civil procedure, • Ability to manage a caseload independently, • Excellent customer service, negotiation and problem‑solving skills, • Strong communication skills and confidence on the phone, • Competent IT skills and ability to build relationships Benefits: • 27 days annual leave, rising to 28 after probation and 31 after 3 years’ service, • Plus 8 bank/public holidays, • Discretionary bonus up to 7.5%, • Hybrid working and a collaborative, supportive environment This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a claimant background to move into a defendant role. If you’re looking to develop your expertise in clinical negligence within a mission‑driven organisation, please apply ASAP.

The Company A well-established engineering business is looking to recruit an Applications Engineer to join their team. This is a key position supporting both technical and commercial activities, with a strong focus on customer interaction and engineering design. Key Responsibilities Support customers with technical queries, RFQs, and application requirements Produce and maintain accurate engineering drawings and documentation Work closely with engineering, purchasing, and production teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery Prepare quotations in line with company margins and support contract reviews Act as a key technical point of contact for customers, providing guidance and problem-solving support Manage communication around pricing, lead times, and technical specifications Lead the implementation of DriveWorks within the business Take ownership of the system, including configuration, rules, and workflows Develop automation for drawings, BOMs, models, and quotations Work cross-functionally to define inputs, constraints, and outputs Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and increased automation Ensure compliance with company procedures and Health & Safety standards Contribute to continuous improvement across engineering and production processes The Candidate Mechanical Engineering background preferred Experience working with engineering drawings and design processes Strong technical and commercial awareness Understanding of manufacturing or precision engineering environments Confident communicator with customer-facing experience Proactive, organised, and able to manage workload effectively Interest or experience in design automation Salary £35,000 – £40,000 per annum, depending on experience

Contracts Manager Planned Maintenance, Cladding Remediation & FRA Projects £70,000-£85,000 plus package (dependant on experience) plus car allowance London & Home Counties My client are currently looking for an experienced Contract Manager to join their growing business. They are looking for someone to head up a number of new contracts and join the business in an exciting period of growth. Within this position you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of projects across London & Home Counties. Works that are being delivered will include re-cladding of low rise tower blocks, kitchen and bathroom replacements, window and door renewals and FRA projects. The Role; Within this role, you will be responsible for ensuring P&L, budgets and deadlines are met. You would also be responsible for ensuring the level of service and quality is to the highest standard as well as cost control, creating CPP & programming of works and budgeting. Implement strong H&S across all projects. Your direct team will include site management, supervisors, RLO's and sub - contractors. You will report directly in to the Operations manager who will support you in making the contracts successful The Candidate; The ideal candidate will have extensive building knowledge and experience managing planned maintenance and retrofit contracts. Experience managing multiple site teams, strategically planning projects and an ability to problem solve in complex situations. A Strong knowledge around BSR and the building safety act as well as strong IT skills are essential and you must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Outlook and Word. Having an ability to create a strong working environment, where everyone is working as a team to achieve targets and goals on the contract, as well as being able to build strong relationships with the client and your team members. A valid SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS, and Asbestos Awareness are required. This is a permanent position which will offer on going training and development as well as good progression opportunities for the successful candidate. If you are interested please apply directly or contact Danny Mangan for more information. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacan

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor (Refurbishment & Maintenance)St Albans, Hertfordshire£45,000 - £50,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus, Healthcare & PackageThe Headlines - Assistant Quantity Surveyor role with a growing £30m turnover main contractor in Hertfordshire. - Work across refurbishment, maintenance, and public sector construction projects up to £6m. - Strong focus on cost control, procurement, and commercial support on fast-paced schemes. - Clear progression into Quantity Surveyor and Senior QS roles within a thriving business. - Excellent salary, benefits, and long-term career development.Your Next Job - What You'll Be Doing This is a brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-growing main contractor based in St Albans. You'll support the commercial team across multiple live construction projects, gaining hands-on experience in cost management, subcontract procurement, and valuations. Working closely with a Senior QS, you'll be given real responsibility from day one. Key responsibilities include: - Assisting with procurement of subcontractors and materials. - Supporting valuations, variations, and cost reporting. - Helping manage budgets and improve project profitability. - Liaising with site teams and project stakeholders. - Supporting contract administration and commercial processes. - Visiting sites across the South East as required. This role offers full exposure to the project lifecycle, making it ideal for someone looking to step up and accelerate their QS career.Your Next Employer - Where You'll Be Doing It You'll join a well-established and growing main contractor delivering a mix of railway station maintenance works and public sector refurbishment projects. With a strong pipeline of secured work and consistent growth year-on-year, this business offers stability, opportunity, and a collaborative team environment. Their St Albans office is professional, supportive, and focused on developing staff into well-rounded commercial professionals.Requirements & Rewards - What You Give & What You Get You'll need: - Experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee QS within construction. - Exposure to refurbishment, maintenance, or main contracting projects (preferred). - Strong work ethic, ambition, and willingness to learn. - Good communication and organisational skills. - Basic commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes. In return, you'll receive: - £45,000 - £50,000 salary (DOE). - Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, and pension. - Fast-track career progression within a growing contractor. - Exposure to diverse, fast-paced construction projects. - Ongoing support and mentoring from senior commercial staff.To Apply - Choose What Works for You - Click apply on this job board - Send your CV to Alex @ Reinforcedltd . co . uk (remove the spaces) - Call Alex on the number below - Connect with Alex Wallace on LinkedIn and send a message Even if you're just exploring the market, feel free to reach out — I'm always happy to offer honest advice.

PSHE Teacher \n Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire\n Contract: Permanent, Full-Time\n Start Date: September\n\nAcademics are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded secondary school in St Albans for a committed and enthusiastic PSHE Teacher to join their team on a permanent basis.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to deliver high-quality PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) across Key Stages 3 and 4. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting students' personal development, wellbeing, and preparation for life beyond school.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nPlanning and delivering engaging PSHE lessons in line with the school's curriculum\nCovering key topics such as relationships and sex education, mental health, financial literacy, online safety, and citizenship\nCreating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment\nSupporting students' personal development and pastoral needs\nWorking closely with pastoral leaders and wider school staff\nContributing to curriculum development and enrichment initiativesThe Ideal Candidate\n\nWe are seeking a teacher who:\n\nHolds Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent teaching qualification\nHas experience teaching PSHE or related subjects (such as RE, Citizenship, Health, or Pastoral roles)\nDemonstrates strong classroom management skills\nHas excellent communication and interpersonal skills\nIs passionate about student wellbeing and holistic education\nCan engage and inspire students across a range of abilitiesWhat the School Offers\n\nA permanent, stable teaching position within a supportive environment\nA collaborative and dedicated staff team\nWell-resourced PSHE curriculum and strong pastoral systems\nOpportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression\nA positive school culture focused on student wellbeing and achievementHow to Apply\n\nIf you are interested in this PSHE Teacher position starting in September, please apply through Academics with your CV.\n\nAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.\n\n#Education and Training #St. Albans PSHE Teacher #Education and Training #St. Albans PSHE Teacher #Education and Training #St. Albans #St. Albans #St. Albans

Job Title: Service Coordinator (Generator)\n\nLocation: St Albans\n\nSalary: Competitive\n\nJob type: Full Time - Permanent. 37.50 Hrs per week Mon/Friday\n\nWhat you'll do:\n\nCoordinate all aspects of service contracts including scheduling of regular maintenance, call outs and remedial works.\nBe the primary point of contact for the customer and liaising with the client on all matters using written and verbal communication as required.\nEnsure all aspects of work are arranged including engineer access, parts and equipment.\nManage all jobs through to the point of invoice as efficiently as possible.\nLiaise with other internal departments as necessary to meet customer requirements.\nWork closely with the Generator Operations Manager to deliver contract efficiencies.What's important to us:\n\nYou will thrive in a fast-paced environment, often working under pressure as part of a team. You should be organised with strong attention to detail, possess excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task and use own initiative where necessary. Previous experience in planning/scheduling and customer service is essential.\n\nWhy you're our kind of person:\n\nWe're not looking for people who sit down and say, 'that'll do', we're driven by doing the right thing for our customers. We operate in an agile fast paced environment, and we are always looking forward, improving, never settling and wanting to be the difference for our customers. It's an exciting time to join the energy industry as we seek to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and our ambitions present a tremendous opportunity. We work hard to deliver, and there's a lot to do, but the ability to make an impact in our business is significant. So, if that resonates with you and you want to love our customers as we do then come join a team of like-minded people.\n\nWhat good looks like:\n\nSeamless: You'll provide high quality solutions to our customers\nSpecialist: You'll be skilled in your area, be an expert in a number of Dale processes and be commercially smart.\nCollaborative: You'll advise your colleagues and input into other work, and also be able to work independently to get the job done.Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.\n\nCandidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Maintenance Planner, Operations Planner, Company Planner, Operations and Scheduling Coordinator, Scheduling Coordinator, Field Service Coordinator, Office Support, Customer Support, Technical Service Coordinator, Service Support Administrator, , Customer Services Executive, Customer Service Representative, Client Service, Customer Services, Customer Assistant, Customer Service Consultant, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Support, Business Support will also be considered for this role

Our Water sector contractor client are seeking Senior Quantity Surveyors across North and West London to support Thames Water programmes on a permanent basis.\n\nThe roles will be site based with occasional attendance at client St Albans offices with hybrid working (3/2 split generally between site/office and home.\n\nThe roles will be supporting Thames Water and Affinity Water frameworks but our client also provides specialist tunnelling, MEICA, temp and perm design and HSE support to end clients.\n\nOur clients' civil engineering and infrastructure projects are varied in value, complexity, and duration, from established frameworks to individual bespoke projects and unplanned emergency works. With projects varying from £200k to £10m+, you will be essential in driving efficiencies within the scope of work, driving cost efficiency and providing a high standard of commercial analysis. The role will see you demonstrating your commercial acumen daily, by identifying, recording, tracking and realising commercial opportunities, whilst mitigating business risk.\n\nHeavy civils experience working under NEC3/4 is required for this role - Water industry is desirable but background in Highways/Utilities will be considered. The roles would suit a Quantity Surveyor seeking progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor as well as a candidate operating at SQS level.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nProvision of accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit levels to inform Group reporting\nProvision of accurate cash flow reporting\nCost management and project forecasting\nDrafting and updating a monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans\nCompile upstream applications for payment and cash management\nResponsibility for subcontract procurement, negotiation and financial accounting\nPreparation of project applications for payment to final account settlement\nLiaison with clients, client representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement on matters relating to contractual change, claims and additional payment\nWork with the wider project team to forecast predicted expenditure and cash recovery to ensure that both are in line with business unit expectations\nShare best practices with others and take a proactive approach in advising site teams on cost management and efficiencies\nIdentification and realisation of commercial opportunities\nProtect client from commercial risks\nEffectively manage contract and subcontract agreements, primarily IChemE and NEC forms\nEnsure that main contracts entered into have terms and conditions that align to Barhale's corporate governance, with commercial risks and opportunities identified and managed in conjunction with the project delivery team.\nProcurement of subcontracted works and subsequent subcontract post contract management\nEnsure that the supply chain is engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions\nSupply chain management, including building and maintaining relationships\nSupport all internal commercial processes by ensuring adherence to timeframes and compliance\nActively seek to improve processes and procedures \n\nSkills/qualifications/experience\n\nPrevious experience in civils infrastructure - ideally Water but Highways/Utilities/Heavy civils will be of interest\nFamiliarity with NEC3/4 and IChemE forms of contract\nPrevious experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations\nDemonstrable experience in monthly forecasting and cost analysis.\nExcellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office\nExcellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines\nMember of RICS or other relevant professional body, or working towards\nCSCS card\nHND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying\nDemonstrable knowledge and experience in estimation\nExperience working for a direct delivery contractor\nAn engaging communicator with problem-solving skills \n\nBenefits \n\n£65-75k\nCar allowance/access to green scheme/company car\nCompany Pension\nLife Assurance\nPrivate Medical\n25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days\n8 hours volunteering\nEmployee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing\nFlexible benefits via salary sacrifice\nLeadership & management training and coaching\nRegular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression\nDevelopment supported by internal and externally delivered training\nContinuous service awards\n42.5 hour working week

BOOK KEEPER – XERO EXPERIENCE\n\nTemp contract possible extension to permanent\n\nWho are we looking for:\n\n * Demonstrable experience in bookkeeping\n\n * Strong understanding of Debits & Credits\n\n * Past experience posting Journals & Adjustments\n\n * Ability to easily prepare Trial Balance\n\n * Fundamental understanding of Xero\n\n * Intermediate user of Microsoft Excel\n\n * Experience in preparing financial statements would be welcomed\n\n * Experience required in the relevant industry of property or construction or in practice dealing with clients from that sector\n\n * Positive attitude, self-motivated and capable of taking ownership of tasks\n\n * Good communication and interpersonal skills\n\nKey Deliverables\n\n * Update Xero accounting system\n\n * Authorise supplier invoices - ensuring that all invoices are correct\n\n * Sales ledger\n\n * Purchase ledger\n\n * Update and reconciliation of Bank and loan accounts, Credit cards and petty cash\n\n * Update and reconciliation of intercompany accounts\n\n * Update and reconciliation of repayment, creditors and debtors accounts\n\n * Journal entries\n\n * Any other ad hoc duties as required\n\nDue to a very high number of applications, we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us, and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Nouvo Recruitment (London) wishes you the best of luck in your job search.\n\nNouvo Recruitment (London) operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK

Fire and Security Business Development Manager – Hertfordshire - Hybrid Working & High OTE\n\nLocation: Hertfordshire area\n Salary: £35,000 – £45,000\n OTE: Up to £70,000\n Industry: Fire and Security\n\nABOUT\n\nA well-established and highly respected organisation within the life safety and security sector is seeking a driven Business Development Manager to support its continued growth.\n\nWith over two decades of industry experience, the company specialises in the design, installation, maintenance, and monitoring of electronic fire and security systems, delivering best-in-class compliance and exceptional customer service.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity to join a business that invests heavily in its people and is committed to sustainable growth through professional development.\n\nBenefits – Fire and Security Business Development Manager:\n\nHybrid working model\n9-day fortnight (strong work-life balance focus)\n25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service up to 35 days)\nSalary sacrifice pension scheme\nDeath in service (3x salary)\nEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)\n24/7 GP access & mental health support\nOngoing training & development programmes\nStructured career progression opportunities\nQuarterly development reviews\nRecognition schemes and company awards\nAnnual company conference and events\n\nResponsibilities - Fire and Security Business Development Manager:\n\nAs a Business Development Manager, your role will include:\n\nIdentifying and developing new business opportunities across fire & security services\nBuilding and maintaining long-term client relationships\nManaging the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract completion\nDelivering tailored proposals and negotiating high-value contracts\nConducting market research and analysing industry trends\nMaintaining and managing a structured sales pipeline\nForecasting and reporting on sales performance and KPIs\nCarrying out site surveys and supporting system design proposals\nCollaborating with internal teams to maximise cross-selling opportunities\n\nRequirements - Fire and Security Business Development Manager:\n\nProven experience in business development within the fire & security industry\nStrong track record of selling installation and service/maintenance contracts\nAbility to manage the full sales cycle independently\nExcellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills\nStrong commercial awareness and strategic mindset\nExperience with pipeline management and CRM systems\nHighly organised, proactive, and self-motivated\nAbility to engage with both public and private sector clients\n\nWhy Join?\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that genuinely values its people. You’ll benefit from a supportive culture, clear progression pathways, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.\n\nThe company is committed to developing talent from within, offering continuous training and structured career growth while recognising and rewarding performance.\n\nApply Now!\n\nIf you're an experienced Business Development Manager based in or near Hertfordshire, this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development.\n\nKeywords to support your application:\n\nBusiness Development Manager, Fire and Security, Sales Manager, Life Safety Systems, Electronic Security, Account Management, B2B Sales, Technical Sales, Service Contracts, Installation Sales, Pipeline Management, CRM, Hybrid Sales Role, South UK Jobs

We are recruiting for an EMEA Project Administrator for an exciting and interesting company based in St Albans.\n\nThe company is looking for a degree-educated candidate with experience of working in a fast-paced support role, where you have been used to managing multiple tasks and able to respond to new requests in a timely manner.\n\nThe position will be an initial contract for 12 months, with potential to be extended or made permanent.\n\nStart date: Mid-May\n\nWhat’s in it for you?\n\n * Salary: £31,200\n\n * A growing business with fantastic employee survey results in employee wellbeing and purpose\n\n * Full training provided\n\n * Hybrid working, only 1-2 days in the office\n\nKey responsibilities:\n\n * Budget support and coordination; including vendor onboarding, payment management and creating POs\n\n * Market research project support; including research with the designated area and coordinating with the external agency\n\n * Marketing team coordination; including general admin support across teams and planning marketing training\n\n * Stakeholder management for the Head of department; including EA responsibilities (calendar, travel and expenses), and branding collateral requirements\n\n * Occasional travel to EMEA region for events and meetings\n\nWhat the employer is looking for:\n\n * Degree educated with at least 2 years’ experience within a similar fast-paced support role\n\n * Confident numerically and comfortable with finance duties including budgets and POs\n\n * Competent with Microsoft Excel, to compile, analyse and interpret data\n\n * Competent with all other MS Office programs, including PowerPoint\n\n * Highly organised with the ability to keep track of multiple POs/vendors/payment plans/budgets\n\n * Ability to understand and communicate well in English (verbal and written)\n\n * You must live within a 10-mile radius of St Albans and be a car owner\n\nRed Door Recruitment is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Full details available on our website.\n\nPlease note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Recruitment Consultant, Watford Area, up to £45,000 base + Strong Commission + Benefits, Hugely Successful Recruitment Consultancy with great team in place.\n\nCompany Overview\n\nThis organisation is a specialist recruitment business based in central Watford.\n\nThey operate as true sector experts — not generalists — partnering with their clients across the UK to solve real workforce challenges. Their model blends strong commercial leadership with a high-performing delivery function, allowing consultants to focus on relationship depth, strategic growth, and long-term account development rather than transactional volume.\n\nThe culture is performance-driven but human. Ambitious yet values led. It’s built around ownership, accountability, and collaboration — where recruiters are empowered to build something meaningful, not just hit numbers.\n\nRecruitment Consultant Overview (This Is Not Just Another Recruitment Role)\n\nThis is about building influence.\n\nCreating certainty for clients.\n\nBecoming the trusted advisor in a market that demands expertise.\n\nIf you’re a 360 recruiter who knows that recruitment is not about filling jobs — it’s about solving problems and driving growth — this is your arena.\n\nYou won’t be thrown into cold chaos.\n\nYou’ll inherit live client relationships.\n\nYou’ll be backed by a proven delivery team.\n\nYour mission?\n\nTurn opportunity into expansion.\n\nTurn accounts into partnerships.\n\nTurn potential into performance.\n\nYour Primary Mission\n\nYou will own and expand current accounts — leading commercially, strategically, and relationally.\n\nThis role is about leverage.\n\nYou drive the client strategy.\n\nDelivery fuels the candidate flow.\n\nTogether, you maximise results.\n\nWhat You’ll Be Responsible For\n\n * Taking ownership of both new and existing accounts and growing them with purpose\n\n * Building deep, multi-level relationships across sites, departments, and decision-makers\n\n * Leading strategic client conversations that uncover future hiring needs\n\n * Delivering permanent, contract, or dual solutions depending on your desk focus\n\n * Negotiating fees, rates, and terms with confidence and commercial clarity\n\n * Managing pipeline, forecasting revenue, and driving sustainable desk growth\n\n * Collaborating closely with a high-performing delivery team to maximise fulfilment and speed\n\nWho Thrives Here\n\nYou are already a proven 360 recruiter.\n\nYou understand:\n\n * The difference between transactional and consultative selling\n\n * How to build a desk that compounds over time\n\n * That relationships drive revenue\n\nYou’re commercially sharp.\n\nYou negotiate from value, not fear.\n\nYou enjoy ownership — not micromanagement.\n\nAnd you know how to collaborate without losing control of your desk.\n\nWhat’s On Offer\n\n * Warm, established client accounts ready for growth\n\n * The autonomy to focus on Permanent, Contract, or both\n\n * A delivery team with a strong track record supporting your desk\n\n * Full ownership of your revenue stream\n\n * Uncapped commission — your results define your reward\n\n * Strong operational and leadership support\n\n * A culture that rewards performance, integrity, and ambition\n\nThe Real Opportunity\n\nMost recruiters stay busy.\n\nVery few build something scalable.\n\nThis platform allows you to grow properly — with infrastructure behind you and leadership that understands recruitment at a high level.\n\nIf you’re ready to elevate from “doing deals” to building a desk that drives serious revenue and influence, this is your next move.\n\nThis is where relationships become leverage.\n\nAnd leverage becomes growth

Vacancy Summary\n\nJob Title: Senior Project Manager\n\nJob Type: Permanent\n\nJob Ref: #1346\n\nLocation: Hertfordshire \n\nStart Date: ASAP\n\nSalary: c£95k-£105k (DOE) + competitive benefits package inc car or allowance, healthcare, pension and performance bonus.\n\nCompany & Project: An award winning Tier 1 Main Contractor with a busy project pipeline are seeking to recruit a Senior Project Manager to join their Construction Delivery team, working on a c£50m New Build project initially in the Pre-Construction stage, managing the PCSA throught on-site delivery. \n\nOur client is a well respected employer who have a healthy secured order book for 2026 onwards, including a number of projects valued at c£50m+. You will be expected to lead a c£50m project which contains a mixture of New Build and Refurbishment, joining prior to the project starting on site. \n\nThe company is recognised for supporting their employees, with both internal promotion/career development, alongside advocating employee ideas and innovations. The business has a market leading benefits package\n\nDuties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing all project management functions for the project, from planning, design and financial management, through to practical construction delivery of the project. \n\nPrevious experience in managing projects £30m+ as No1 PM is essential, along with a strong working knowledge of both pre-construction project management, contract management, H&S, and exceptional client facing skills.\n\nOur client is looking for a candidate with a stable career history working for Top 100 Main Contractors on projects from concept to completion and with experience of managing teams of 20+. \n\nDesirable Experience: \n\nPreviously held Number 1 Project Manager roles with recognised Top 100 Main Contractors.\nExperience working on PCSAs.\nTrack record in delivering Construction projects £30m+ within any of the following sectors would be advantageous Science, Healthcare or Education.\nIdeally from a Site Management or Engineering background, including a valid CSCS Card and ideally NVQ Level 6, BSc or MCIOB. \nExceptional client facing and people management skills, experience in leading teams of c20 staff, including solid technical knowledge of planning, design, commercial and construction delivery.\nPrevious Roles: Senior Project Manager OR Project Manager OR Construction Manager OR Project Director OR Contracts Manager.\n\nQualifications & Skills: Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification - NVQ/HNC etc. MCIOB status would be advantageous.\n\nApplication Process:If you would like more information on this Senior Project Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.\n\nServices advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business

Job Title: Regulatory Assistant (Food)\nJob Type: Fixed Term Contract\nDuration: 12 Months\nWork Type: Hybrid\nIndustry: FMCG\nJob Location: St Albans\nSalary: £27,000 to £30,000 per annum\n\nProfile – Regulatory Assistant\n\nOur client is a leading figurehead in the UK food sector, with an unparalleled pedigree dating back to the early 18th century. They are currently seeking a Regulatory Assistant to support international exports across Europe.\n\nJob Role – Regulatory Assistant\n\nReporting to the Senior Regulatory Manager the Regulatory Assistant shall provide essential regulatory and technical administrative support to enable smooth export of products.\nThe primary focus will be preparing and maintaining export technical documentation in line with EU regulatory requirements, while also supporting wider regulatory activities and ad hoc projects.\n\nDuties – Regulatory Assistant\n\n• Create and maintain export documentation in line with EU regulations using the Hamilton Grant specification system\n• Prepare product schedules for items requiring Health Certificates, gathering information from suppliers\n• Support export related queries in collaboration with Customer Service teams\n• Respond to customer requests for technical information, including ingredients, nutrition, specifications and artwork\n• Contribute to ad hoc projects within the Regulatory team as required\n• Work closely with Customer Service, Regulatory and Central Technical teams\n• Liaise with manufacturing site technical teams, suppliers and customers to ensure accurate information flow\n\nExperience/Qualifications – Regulatory Assistant\n\n• Food or science related degree or equivalent experience\n• Experience in a regulatory or specification environment\n• Confidence working with product specification databases\n• Strong administrative, organisational and communication skills\n\nCandidates who are currently a Export Compliance Assistant, International Regulatory Assistant, Export Documentation Assistant, Food Export Coordinator, Export Regulatory Affairs Assistant and Trade Compliance Assistant could be suitable for this position.\n\nTo make an application for this role please submit your CV to (url removed) or for more information call (phone number removed).\n\nFor details of other opportunities available within your chose field please visit our website (url removed)\n\nOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors

Quantity Surveyor - Suffolk / Hertfordshire\n\nWe are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing contractor delivering specialist civil engineering and infrastructure packages on a major UK project.\n\nThis role will provide commercial and contractual support across a live project environment, working closely with operational teams to ensure strong cost control, accurate forecasting, effective change management and clear commercial visibility throughout delivery.\n\nThe position is based primarily from an office in Hertfordshire, with regular travel to a major project site in Suffolk. A minimum of two days per week on site is expected, with additional travel as required depending on project demands.\n\nThe business is looking for someone with Quantity Surveying experience gained within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, M&E, temporary works or specialist subcontracting. Good working knowledge of NEC contracts is important, along with the ability to operate in a structured, compliance-led project environment.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n\n * Commercial and contractual support across live project packages\n\n * Support administration of contracts under NEC3 and NEC4\n\n * Preparation of contractual notices, early warnings and programme-related commercial information\n\n * Assist with compensation events, variations and change management\n\n * Maintain accurate commercial records, forecasts and reporting\n\n * Prepare valuations, applications for payment and support final accounts\n\n * Track project costs, risks and opportunities across live works\n\n * Attend site regularly to measure progress and verify completed works\n\n * Support Project Managers and operational teams on the commercial impact of delivery decisions\n\n * Build strong working relationships with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders\n\nSuitable candidates will have:\n\n * Experience in a Quantity Surveyor role within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, M&E, temporary works or specialist subcontracting\n\n * Good knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, with wider contract awareness beneficial\n\n * Experience supporting change management, valuations, forecasting and cost control\n\n * Strong commercial awareness and analytical ability\n\n * Good communication and reporting skills\n\n * Ability to build effective working relationships with project teams and stakeholders\n\n * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel routinely to site\n\n * Desirable experience:\n\n * Experience working on major infrastructure, energy or highly regulated projects\n\n * Exposure to specialist subcontract packages or technically complex site delivery environments\n\n * Progress toward RICS, ICES or similar professional status\n\nRemuneration package:\n\n * £40,000-£45,000 basic salary\n\n * Company car with personal use\n\n * Competitive pension scheme\n\n * Private healthcare support\n\n * Annual bonus linked to company performance\n\n * Life assurance\n\n * Discounted gym and wellbeing access\n\nThis is a strong opportunity for someone looking to develop within a commercially focused role on a significant project, while gaining exposure to a structured and technically demanding delivery environment

Senior Interior Designer role based in St Albans, working on workplace and commercial office projects. This 10-month contract starting June 2026 suits an experienced designer confident managing projects from concept to delivery. The role involves client-facing responsibilities, technical detailing, and collaboration across project teams within the interior design sector.\n\nRole & Responsibilities\n\nLead projects from brief to completion\nProduce technical drawings in AutoCAD\nDevelop 3D concepts using SketchUp\nPresent designs to clients and stakeholders\nManage budgets, suppliers, and site coordinationSkills & Experience Required\n\nAt least seven years workplace or commercial interiors experience\nDegree in interior design or related discipline preferred\nProficient in AutoCAD and SketchUp\nExperience with Adobe Creative Suite\nStrong client presentation and communication skillsSalary & Benefits\n\n£40,000 - £45,000 pro rata\nBonus linked to project turnover\nHybrid working arrangement\nHealthcare includedAbout Hunter Dunning\n Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market. We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles.\n\nApply Section\n If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. All applications are handled in strict confidence.\n\nReferral Section\n Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. See website for full terms & conditions

Job Title: Elector Mechanical Assembler / Lathe operative Location: St Albans Contract Length:4 week temp vacancy - possible ongoing/temp to perm Hours: Between 7:30/8:00am - 5:00/5:30pm (flexible within this range) Department: Production / Engineering Reports To: Workshop Manager / Production Supervisor Overview We are seeking an experienced Lathe Mechanical Assembler for a short-term assignment in St Albans. This hands-on role involves mechanical assembly, and producing metal components to precise engineering standards and lathe work. Ideal for someone with strong workshop experience who can hit the ground running. Key ResponsibilitiesMechanical Assembly • Assemble components, sub-assemblies, and full units, • Fit, align, and test parts for correct operation, • Carry out drilling, tapping, deburring, and general bench fitting, • Ensure all finished parts meet quality standardsGeneral Duties, • Work safely and follow workshop procedures, • Keep the workspace clean and organised, • Communicate any issues or defects to supervisors, • Collaborate with engineering and production teamsLathe Operation, • Set up and operate manual or semi-automatic lathes, • Machine metal components to precise tolerances, • Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, • Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)Skills & Experience Required, • Strong mechanical assembly / bench-fitting skills, • Ability to read technical drawings and work to tight tolerances, • Good problem-solving ability and attention to detail, • Proven experience operating a manual lathe preferred but not essential, • Able to work independently with minimal supervision Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Streetworks Coordinator \n \n Location: St Albans \n Rate: £28–£32 per hour \n Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week \n Start Date: ASAP \n Contract Duration: 6 Months Contract \n \n The Opportunity \n \n Morson Edge is looking for an experienced Streetworks Coordinator to join a leading civil engineering and infrastructure project based in St Albans on a freelance basis. \n \n This role offers the opportunity to support major infrastructure works within a structured and collaborative environment, ensuring full compliance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA). \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Issue and manage Streetworks permits via the Street Manager system through to completion \n Ensure compliance with NRSWA requirements and minimise risk of legislative breaches \n Maintain accurate and up-to-date schedules of works \n Coordinate with third parties including parking suspensions, road closures, and bus stop suspensions \n Administer Section 50 licences \n Analyse and respond to Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) and Section 74 charges \n Produce reports on planned and ongoing works \n Respond to Highway Authority comments and modification requests \n Support project planning, programme updates, and progress meetings \n Manage programme interfaces relating to Streetworks activities \n Support KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives \n Conduct compliance audits where required \n Build effective working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders \n Requirements \n \n Essential \n \n Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities \n Ability to work proactively, accurately, and to deadlines \n Confident communicator with experience liaising with project teams and local authorities \n \n Desirable \n \n Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office \n Strong interpersonal and communication skills \n Ability to work independently and as part of a team \n High attention to detail \n Previous experience and good knowledge of NRSWA \n \n Please apply with an up to date CV

We are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant for a local business in the centre of St Albans. You will be working within a friendly and supportive team who are responsible for processing and incoming and outgoing expenditure for the business.\n\nThis role is a 2-3 month temporary contract.\n\nStart date: 14th April\n\nWhat’s in it for you:\n\n * Salary: £29k equivalent hourly rate, plus holiday pay\n\n * Hours: 17.5 hours/2.5 days per week – ideally across Tues-Thurs\n\n * Opportunity to work in a great team for a lovely local business\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nPurchase Ledger tasks\n\n * Posting supplier invoices/matching to purchase orders\n\n * Posting employee expenses\n\n * Checking all details for errors\n\nCash Book Payments\n\n * Weekly payment runs, paying invoices and allocating to supplier accounts\n\n * Paying Direct Debits/Standing Orders\n\n * Assessing and analysing as appropriate for any relevant questions around payment\n\nCash Book Receipts\n\n * Receiving, allocating and analysing receipts\n\n * Receiving, allocating, checking and analysing relative fees\n\n * Receiving and allocating sundry receipts for other areas\n\nGeneral Ledger\n\n * Posting of month-end journals as required\n\n * Payroll and staff journals\n\nStaff Support\n\n * Documenting and improving processes\n\n * Answering financial questions from staff, suppliers and others\n\n * Responding to requests for payments\n\n * Reviewing expenses to ensure they are in line with policy\n\nWhat the employer is looking for:\n\n * Experience in a similar role\n\n * Educated to at least A-level or equivalent\n\n * Ideally studying for AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping or similar, but not essential\n\n * High-level of numeracy and attention to detail\n\n * Able to communicate well both written and orally and with people who may have little contact with finance\n\n * Well-organised, flexible in approach and able to meet deadlines\n\n * Able to work as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and collaboration\n\nRed Door Recruitment is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Full details available on our website.\n\nPlease note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Managing Quantity Surveyor - St Albans\n\nWe are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a growing contractor delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK.\n\nThis is a senior commercial role with responsibility for overseeing the financial and contractual performance of multiple projects, while supporting operational teams and maintaining strong client relationships. The role is based primarily from an office in Hertfordshire, with occasional UK-wide travel to site meetings, likely a couple of times per month.\n\nProject values typically sit around £1m, with schemes ranging from £250k up to £6m.\n\nThe business is looking for someone with strong civil engineering or infrastructure experience and a very good working knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts. This is a key requirement for the role.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n\n * Commercial management of multiple live projects\n\n * Contract administration under NEC3 and NEC4\n\n * Management of change control, compensation events and early warning notices\n\n * Cost forecasting, reporting and margin control\n\n * Support with programme and risk register integration\n\n * Client-facing commercial liaison and internal support to delivery teams\n\n * Mentoring or overseeing commercial staff where required\n\nSuitable candidates will have:\n\n * Proven experience in a senior Quantity Surveying or Managing Quantity Surveying role\n\n * Strong background within civil engineering, infrastructure or related project environments\n\n * Detailed knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts\n\n * Experience handling compensation events and early warning notices\n\n * Understanding of contract types including A, C and E\n\n * Strong commercial reporting and forecasting capability\n\n * Ability to work both strategically and hands-on\n\nRemuneration package:\n\n * \n\n £65,000-£75,000 basic salary\n\n * \n\n Company car with personal use\n\n * \n\n Competitive pension scheme\n\n * \n\n Private healthcare support\n\n * \n\n Annual bonus linked to company performance\n\n * \n\n Life assurance\n\n * \n\n Discounted gym and wellbeing access\n\n * \n\n Hybrid working from home (1/2 days per week)

Magisters Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Secondary Supply Teachers to work across a range of local secondary schools. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers seeking flexible working days, whether you are looking for part-time supply, regular placements, or the opportunity to gain experience in different school environments.\n\nRole Details\n\n * \n\n Location: St Albans & surrounding areas\n\n * \n\n Position: Secondary Supply Teacher\n\n * \n\n Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing\n\n * \n\n Contract: Flexible supply (choose the days you work)\n\n * \n\n Pay: Competitive daily rates depending on experience\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Deliver engaging lessons across KS3–KS5 following school lesson plans\n\n * \n\n Maintain strong classroom management and positive behaviour standards\n\n * \n\n Ensure students remain engaged and on task throughout lessons\n\n * \n\n Adapt teaching approaches to support students of varying abilities\n\n * \n\n Follow school safeguarding and behaviour policies\n\n * \n\n Provide clear feedback to the department or cover manager after lessons\n\nRequirements\n\n * \n\n PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)\n\n * \n\n Experience teaching in a UK secondary school setting\n\n * \n\n Strong classroom management skills\n\n * \n\n Confident teaching your specialist subject and supporting general cover if required\n\n * \n\n Excellent communication and organisational skills\n\n * \n\n Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)\n\nWhy Work with Magisters Education?\n\n * \n\n Flexible working days to suit your availability\n\n * \n\n Opportunities in local secondary schools across St Albans and Hertfordshire\n\n * \n\n Competitive daily pay rates\n\n * \n\n Support from experienced education consultants\n\n * \n\n Access to long-term and permanent teaching roles

Quantity Surveyor - St Albans - Civil engineering projects We are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our growing civil engineering team based in St Albans. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute QS with a solid background in infrastructure or civil engineering projects and strong working knowledge of NEC forms of contract. That being said, if you have strong NEC knowledge & great humanship they will consider you. As it's more about having the right principles & ethics. The Role: As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of civil engineering projects from inception through to final account. Working closely with project managers, engineers, and clients, you will ensure that projects are delivered efficiently, within budget, and in line with contractual requirements. Key Responsibilities: • Administer and manage NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4), • Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts, • Monitor project costs and identify risks and opportunities, • Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and variations, • Provide accurate forecasting and cost reporting, • Support the project team with commercial advice and dispute resolution, • Ensure compliance with contractual and company procedures Requirements: • Minimum 4+ years' experience within Quantity Surveying, ideally within civil engineering or infrastructure, • Strong working knowledge of NEC forms of contract is essential, • Proven ability to manage costs on complex projects, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, • Strong humanship with the right principles & ethics, • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline - Ideally, not essential, • Proficient in relevant commercial and cost management software Desirable: • Experience working on highways, utilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects, • Membership or working towards membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) What's on Offer: • £45,000 - £65,000 per annum plus car/car allowance & benefits package, • Opportunity to work on high-profile civil engineering projects, • Support for professional development and career progression, • Collaborative and forward-thinking work environment If you interested in hearing more please contact John Baker or Kat Oxlade. --- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Position: New Business Development Manager – Fire & Security\n\nJob ID: 3540/2\n\nLocation: Hertfordshire & Home Counties\n\nRate/Salary: £42,000–£44,000 per annum + bonus\n\nBenefits: Competitive package\n\nType: Permanent\n\nHSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.\n\nThe below job description will outline this position of: New Business Development Manager – Fire & Security\n\nTypically, this person will focus on driving new business opportunities within the Fire & Security sector across Hertfordshire and the Home Counties. They will be responsible for generating new client relationships, identifying opportunities for growth, and delivering value-driven Fire & Security solutions. This role is ideal for a commercially driven professional who thrives on building a pipeline of opportunities and achieving ambitious targets.\n\nHSB Technical’s client is an established and highly respected Fire & Security systems provider.\n\nDuties and responsibilities of the New Business Development Manager – Fire & Security:\n\n• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within the Fire & Security sector\n\n• Build and develop strong relationships with prospective clients, including end users, facilities management companies, M&E contractors, consultants, and specifiers\n\n• Promote Fire & Security solutions, including Fire Detection & Alarm Systems, CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm Systems, and integrated solutions\n\n• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and tenders to win new business\n\n• Maintain CRM data, sales forecasts, and pipeline reporting\n\n• Collaborate with internal technical and operational teams to ensure smooth project delivery for new clients\n\n• Stay informed on industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies to provide market-leading solutions\n\nQualifications and requirements for the New Business Development Manager – Fire & Security:\n\n• Proven experience in new business development or sales within the Fire & Security sector\n\n• Strong technical understanding of Fire and/or Electronic Security systems\n\n• Demonstrable success in generating new business and achieving targets\n\n• Established contacts within Hertfordshire & Home Counties advantageous\n\n• Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills\n\n• Self-motivated, organised, and results-driven\n\nThis vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role

This is not a IT Help Desk Role)\nAs a Helpdesk Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for incoming service requests, ensuring jobs are efficiently assigned and completed within SLA timeframes. This role requires strong organisational skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality service within our Hard Facilities Management Contract.\nKey Responsibilities\n * Serve as the initial contact for service requests via phone and email.\n * Use GTR Asset Pro to manage job assignments and ensure timely completion.\n * Dispatch calls to engineers or subcontractors based on skills, location, and service requirements.\n * Prioritise urgent tasks and coordinate resources to address immediate needs.\n * Support operative and subcontractor coordination for efficient service delivery.\n * Attend training and health & safety courses as directed.\nQualifications and Experience\n * GCSEs or equivalent (Grade C or above in English and Maths).\n * Proven experience in Facilities Management within an administrative or helpdesk role.\n * Strong knowledge of CAFM systems, or CRM\n * Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and Outlook.\n * Must have a driving licence\nSkills and Attributes\n * Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills.\n * Strong communication skills and a professional telephone manner.\n * Enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn and adapt.\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: £25,500.00-£28,000.00 per year

Site Manager - Social Housing Planned Maintenance\nLocation: St Albans\nContract: Full time, permanent\nSalary: £48,000 - £55,000 DOE + car allowance OR company vehicle\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nWe are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver internal and external retrofit projects across social housing properties in the St Albans area.\n\nThis is a client-facing role where you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and health & safety.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nOversee the overall direction of projects while maintaining financial control.\nBuild strong relationships with clients and their representatives to ensure high-quality service delivery.\nManage costs and coordinate subcontractors effectively.\nPlan and implement short, medium, and long-term programmes for multiple work streams.\nConduct onsite inspections, investigations, and reporting to drive continuous improvement.\nHandover properties on time, meeting strict key performance indicators (KPIs).\nLiaise closely with clients, contract administrators, and design teams.\nEnsure strict health and safety compliance on site.\nManage site administration and staff effectively.\nOversee scheduling and procurement of materials.\nChair subcontractor progress meetings.\nProgramme works using MS Project.About You\n\nProven track record delivering planned maintenance projects within social housing, ideally retrofit works.\nStrong leadership skills and the ability to maintain a visible, "hands-on" site presence.\nExcellent communication and client-facing skills.\nExperience in cost control and subcontractor management.\nCompetent in using MS Project or similar planning software.Why Join Us\n\nYou will be part of a modern, forward-thinking business that values the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people as the key to success. In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary, car allowance and mileage reimbursement, alongside excellent career progression opportunities.\n\nFor your chance to secure this exciting opportunity, please apply online today

Maths Teachers, Interviewing this half term before resignation day - St Albans - Full-Time post permanent contract to start - September 26\n\nAre you a Maths teacher looking for a busy and vibrant school? Or perhaps you're a teacher returning to the classroom or overseas teacher looking for your first Teaching role in the UK?\n\nTradwind Secondary are looking for an enthusiastic Maths Teacher to join a vibrant and organised Academy in St Albans from September 2026.\n\nThe school are offering a permanent contract for a Maths Teacher able to teach across key stages 3 & 4. The department here is well resourced and Maths is a popular subject for all age groups. The HOD and Faculty lead support a department with a range of experience levels. Resources are shared and the department is well organised with positive pupils participation and behaviour. \n\nWe are looking for Maths Teachers who:\n\nCan demonstrate a strong subject knowledge \nHas a clear passion for teaching and the ability to bring Maths to life\nWill deliver high-quality lessons and engage pupils of all ability levels \n\nWhy interview with this school via Tradewind? \n\nNo long application form\nLow key initial introduction call about the school and post with no obligation\nInterviews and offers to fit your schedule and improve your pay scale \nWe work closely with a huge network of secondary schools across Hertfordshire and have multiple roles\nPermanent contract from the school \n\nApply today!\n\nTo find out more or express interest in this exciting opportunity, please Contact Sam Taylor on

Our client is a leading nationwide multidisciplinary commercial and retail fit-out construction company. With an expanding portfolio of exciting works for 2025/26 and beyond, they’re seeking a dynamic and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their close-knit team and drive the successful delivery of our projects.\n\nThis role is ideally suited to someone with Tier 2/3 design and build principal contractor experience within the commercial and retail fit-out sector\n\nKey Duties & Responsibilities\n\n * Establishing client requirements and undertake feasibility studies to ensure their proposals will work\n\n * Prepare and analyse project costings for tenders, such as materials, quantities, labour, and time\n\n * Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client\n\n * Negotiate contracts and work schedules\n\n * Allocate work to subcontractors and oversee their work at all stages of the construction\n\n * Perform risk, value management and cost control during construction\n\n * Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work\n\n * Manage/ Supervise junior and intermediate surveyors\n\n * Advise on a procurement strategy\n\n * Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks\n\n * Provide advice on contractual claims and disputes\n\n * Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports\n\n * Value completed work, oversee bills, and arrange payments\n\n * Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use\n\n * Understand the implications of health and safety regulations\n\nQualifications\n\n * Experience & Education: Quantity Surveying degree (2:1 or higher) or 4+ years of experience in a similar role.\n\n * Commercial Fit-Out and/or Main Contracting experience\n\n * Knowledge: In-depth understanding of construction disciplines and health and safety regulations. Ideally Commercial and Retail Fit-Out\n\n * Skills: Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.\n\n * Attributes: Self-motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism.\n\n * Essential: Full UK driving licence\n\n * Full eligibility to work in the UK

HR Manager – St Albans (Hybrid)\nUp to £60,000 + Benefits | 6-12 Month Fixed Term Contract\nThis is a hands-on HR leadership role supporting both the UK head office and international subsidiaries of a global technology business. As HR Manager, you’ll lead on a range of core people functions, from recruitment and onboarding to policy development, performance management, and employee engagement. You’ll oversee employee records, manage HR systems and documentation, and play a key part in driving compliance, employee wellbeing, and organisational development. Acting as a key point of contact for both staff and management, you’ll provide practical HR advice and guidance, while managing a small team and supporting the development of the wider HR function across the group.\nWhat’s on offer:\nYou’ll work in a collaborative and engaging environment where continuous improvement is encouraged. In return, you’ll benefit from private healthcare, life insurance, a pension scheme, flexible working, and a range of wellbeing and lifestyle perks including Perkbox, subsidised gym membership, and regular company-wide events. The business offers 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure up to 30 days.\nWhat we’re looking for:\n * 5+ years' HR experience, ideally supporting both UK and international operations\n * CIPD Level 5 or above\n * In-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice\n * Confident communicator, able to handle complex or sensitive conversations\n * Experience advising on performance, grievances, and disciplinary matters\n * Strong organisational and reporting skills\n * Proficiency with Microsoft Exchange and general HR systems\n * Previous experience managing or mentoring HR team members is preferred\nIf you're looking for a varied, people-focused role where you can have a direct impact across a global group, we’d like to hear from you

Job Title: Legal Assistant \n Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum \n Location: St. Albans\n Contract: Permanent\n Hours: Monday to Friday – 9.00 am – 5.15pm \n \n COMPANY PROFILE\n\nA well-established solicitors firm based in the heart of St Albans, specialising in providing a broad range of legal services to their clients. They are committed to delivering exceptional legal expertise with a client-focused approach. Are now seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team and support the firm in delivering high-quality services for a Private Client. \n \n SKILLS REQUIRED\n\nExperience of working within a Private Client Department of Law Firm or relevant legal qualifications would be preferred\nMin 6 months experience as a legal assistant\nGood written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to work calmly under pressure\nAbility to multi-task, organise and prioritise and plan\nRESPONSIBILITIES\n\nTo provide fully effective services to clients, by progressing client files under the direction of team leader and provide secretarial and admin assistance\nTaking client instructions and progressing the matter file under the team leaders instructions. This may include, drafting Wills, Powers Of Attorney and dealing with administration of Estates and Trusts\nEnsuring work sent to clients and related parties is correctly prepared\nDrafting legal statements for probate applications\nDrafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney\nOpening and closing client files in accordance with standard procedures\nMaintain Lawyers diaries and make appointments\nOrganise internal and external meetings, including meeting room bookings and if appropriate organising refreshments \nBENEFITS\n\nCompany Pension Contribution\nHealth Cash Plan\nFree Mortgage Advice Service\nSubsidised Car Parking\nHybrid working\nThank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by SMT Recruitment (Smart10 Ltd), acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within three working days if you are shortlisted.\n\nSMT Recruitment is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy providing temporary, contract, and permanent recruitment solutions across selected business sectors. To stay up to date with our latest opportunities, please visit our website, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to SMT’s Privacy Policy for details on how we manage your data

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager\n\nOur client is a well-established, M&E contractor with a strong reputation across the UK. Operating in sectors including commercial, industrial, energy and infrastructure, they deliver complex electrical and technology-led projects with a focus on quality, reliability, and long-term client relationships.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional to play a key role in shaping the next phase of the company’s journey.\n\nThe role\n\nDue to continued growth, our client is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to take ownership of the commercial function across multiple projects.\n\nThis is a high-impact position where you will work closely with senior leadership, influencing commercial strategy while remaining hands-on in project delivery.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Lead all commercial aspects of projects from pre-construction through to final account\n\n * Manage cost planning, procurement, and subcontractor packages\n\n * Oversee contract administration (NEC / JCT experience preferred)\n\n * Drive cost control, risk management, and value engineering\n\n * Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams\n\n * Provide accurate reporting and forecasting to senior stakeholders\n\nAbout You\n\n * Proven experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within M&E / building services / infrastructure\n\n * Strong contractual knowledge (NEC and/or JCT)\n\n * Commercially astute with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset\n\n * Comfortable working in a growing business where you can influence change\n\n * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n\nWhy This Opportunity?\n\n * Competitve salary\n\n * Flexible/ hybrid working\n\n * Join a growing, reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work\n\n * Be part of a business that values its people\n\n * Genuine opportunity to shape the commercial function\n\n * Work closely with directors and play a key role in strategic growth\n\n * Ideal for someone looking to step up and grow with the business

We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join our client on a 9-12-month Maternity Cover Fixed Term Contract based in St Albans.\n\nReporting to the Assistant Head of Finance you will be part of a busy finance team with support and assistant the company. Your focus will be oin producing management accounts.\n\nYour duties will include \n\nUpdate financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions\nPrepare profit and loss schedules \nReconcile bank statements \nProvide regular updates on fees delivered against target \nProcess tax payment on Finance Managers instructions \nRecord monthly payroll entries and journals thereof \nProcess monthly pension payments and recording thereof \nProcess supplier invoices and follow up where required\nProvide administrative support during budget preparation\nParticipate in annual audits \nPreparation of the firm's VAT return \nProcess and authorise transfers \nAssist in the development and maintenance of finance policies? \nSkills and Attributes: \n\nA minimum of 2 years work experience as a Finance Assistant or similar role\nLevel 2 AAT or equivalent finance/book-keeping qualification would be ideal \nFinance experience within a law firm setting and knowledge of Solicitor Accounts rules would be desirable\nGood knowledge of accounting and book-keeping procedures?such as month end journals and management reporting \nAdvanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions) \nUse of accounting software within a Practice Management system would be preferred \nGood time management with organisation skills including the ability to prioritise work \nHigh attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors?\nAbility to cope with pressure and maintain a calm manner at all times \nConfident communicator with good written and verbal communication skills \nTeam player \nPositive "can do" and flexible attitude In return the company offer a salary of up to £32000. This is maternity cover contract and is envisaged to be for 9 to 12 months.\n\nIf you are looking for a contract role and have worked within a legal setting then please apply now

BRANCH MANAGER Fixed Term Maternity Contract (9-12 Months). As Branch Manager,you will be responsible for leading and developing a great team whilst striving to exceed your KPIs. You will drive the branch forward by increasi.

Job Title: Consultant Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team Locations: Hertford, Stevenage, Hemel Hempstead Salary Range: Between £36,234 and £39,728 per annum depending on experience (this includes Market Forces payment) Newly qualified social workers will start from £32,672 per annum (including Market Forces payment) Hours: 37 per week Contract: Permanent Who We Are Looking For: Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families? We are searching for a creative and solution-oriented Consultant Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Team in the dynamic areas of Hertford, Stevenage, and Hemel Hempstead. As an employer known for nurturing talent and promoting inclusive work practices, we offer our team members the chance to thrive in a stimulating environment. This exciting role promises to expose you to engaging and complex cases that call for innovative and effective solutions. Perks and Benefits: Hertfordshire County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all our employees. Enjoy a competitive starting salary of between £36,234 and £39,728 depending on experience, including a one-off welcome payment of £1000 for external appointments who have completed their ASYE. Benefit from a Market Forces payment of up to £5000 (£4000 for CLA teams) and relocation expenses up to £6000 for those moving for the role. Join our car lease scheme and enjoy free parking at all our sites. Access the Local Government Pension Scheme for a secure future. We offer flexible working arrangements, and up to 33 days of annual leave. Treat yourself with staff discounts at gyms, restaurants, and travel agents through Herts Rewards. What You Will Do: • Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to develop bespoke plans using cutting-edge practices., • Deliver high-quality social work services confidently, including preparing and presenting welfare reports for conferences and court proceedings., • Leverage your knowledge of childcare legislation to present care plans effectively to conferences and reviews., • Collaborate with families to achieve the best outcomes, embracing the role of a proactive and supportive team player., • Engage in continuous learning and development through regular supervision and training opportunities. About You: To be successful in this role, you must hold a degree or equivalent in social work alongside current Social Work England registration. Substantial frontline experience with Social Services is essential, as is a passion for working closely with families to secure positive outcomes. You will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong understanding of the complexities involved in social work practice. Living and Working in Hertford, Stevenage, Hemel Hempstead: These vibrant locations offer a wonderful blend of community-driven and cosmopolitan living. With thriving arts scenes, beautiful parks, and excellent transport links, they provide the perfect backdrop for both your professional growth and personal enjoyment. Move your career forward in a place where opportunity meets quality of life! Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.