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Audit Manager wanted for Top 10 Oxford Firm Corporate Audit Manager Top 10 Firm - Oxford Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a major professional services firm known for doing things differently-looking ahead, driving ambitious growth, and championing positive change within the industry. They provide audit, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of organisations, empowering clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. They also offer their people real opportunity, an inclusive culture, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. With over several thousand employees in the UK and a global presence in more than 100 markets, the firm is on an ambitious journey-from great to exceptional-and they’re looking for the right people to help shape the future of the business and their own careers. Role Overview Now is an exciting time to elevate your audit experience by joining a growing portfolio in Oxford. In a continually evolving market, this role requires someone who prioritises doing what is right, asks challenging questions, and delivers high-quality assurance to clients.If you are ambitious and seeking a varied and engaging audit position, this opportunity is ideal.What You’ll Be Doing Working within the Commercial Audit team-particularly with clients in the Private Capital space-you’ll enjoy exposure across a diversity of sectors. Key responsibilities include: • Making quality second nature, • You will deliver work that has a significant impact on both clients and the firm. High standards are essential., • Supporting business growth, • You’ll assist senior leaders with business development and may participate in pitches to win new work., • Lead and oversee audit teams, • Act as a key point of contact for clients, • Help define audit approaches, • Review audit work papers, • Ensure timely and accurate completion of audit files, • Being part of a collaborative team, • You’ll contribute to a dynamic audit team in Oxford, manage and develop junior colleagues, and help shape the culture of the office while working across service lines., • Taking responsibility, • You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, manage a significant audit portfolio, and build strong working relationships throughout the business., • Building your personal brand, • Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA), • Post-qualification experience, • Experience managing a substantial portfolio of audit clientsYou’ll also bring:, • Experience auditing commercial companies, including private-equity backed businesses, large listed entities, and international groups, • The ability to solve complex technical issues, • Strong project management skills, • Experience developing high-performing teams, • Excellent relationship-building skills, • A proactive approach to taking on department-wide responsibilities, • Tailored development programmes and coaching, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Pension, life assurance, and private medical, • Options for additional holiday, • Health and wellbeing benefits, • Access to retail discounts, gym memberships, and financial adviceThey’re seeking people who will contribute ideas, challenge norms, and exceed expectations-people proud to do what’s right for clients, colleagues, and themselves. 4775533

A biotechnology business in Oxfordshire seeks a qualified accountant to join them as Head of Finance. Your new company Our client is a pre-revenue biotech who has just secured a successful series A raise. They are seeking an ambitious and technically excellent Head of Finance to serve as the CFO's operational "co-pilot" during a transformative period for the business. This is a rare opportunity to join at an inflection point where you'll have genuine ownership over building, professionalising, and scaling the finance function, while working in a fast-paced, science-driven environment that values pragmatism and growth alongside financial rigour. Your new role As Head of Finance, you will directly manage and develop a Management Accountant, mentoring a high-performing, efficient finance team in line with the company’s growth. All financial operations and controls will come under your responsibility, assuming day-to-day ownership of core financial reporting, management accounts, and statutory obligations. You will review, redesign, and implement robust financial processes appropriate for scale and growth and build and maintain strong financial controls that support that growth. Leading month-end and year-end close processes with accuracy and efficiency and ensuring compliance with UK FRS9, tax regulations, and statutory requirements, and annual audit processes are part of your role along with systems and infrastructure, including working with the CFO to lead or support ERP evaluation and implementation beyond current systems. You will design and deliver clear, insightful reporting for functional leadership teams, partner with scientists and operational leaders to build financial literacy and embed good financial discipline across the organisation and build trust and credibility as a responsive business partner. You will support corporate strategy by building and owning group consolidation processes and work with external accountants and advisors on group accounting, structuring, and technical matters. Supporting the CFO in corporate transactions from a due diligence, financial operations and integration perspective will also form part of your role. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in a PE/VC-backed scale-up or high-growth environment. Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to navigate complex technical matters confidently is required, along with experience implementing or improving financial systems, processes, and controls in a scale-up / growth environment. You will have demonstrable experience managing and developing junior team members, and reporting out to non-finance stakeholders across the business and UK tax knowledge and experience working with tax advisors ideally within life sciences, biotech, or R&D-intensive businesses. As an effective collaborator in a multidisciplinary environment, building relationships, and gaining trust through honesty, compassion, and authenticity, you will also have a curious and courageous mindset - someone who enjoys trying new things and taking initiative in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-funded, Oxford University spin out with a comprehensive benefits package as it embarks on its growth journey. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4764916

GLL is looking for a Flexi Lifeguards to work at Wantage Leisure Centre in Wantage. If you have the skills and ambition to join us as aLifeguard, there's never been a more exciting time to join us. This is more than aLifeguardjob, it's a career. ALifeguardsjob can't be underestimated, and neither can the responsibility that comes with this vitallifeguardingrole if you're calm under pressure, highly responsible and natural with people from all walks of life, this is your chance to develop as aLifeguard. As aLifeguardyour passion for swimming and love of great customer service will shine through when supervising our customers in the pool, as well as supporting the team in keeping our centres clean and tidy. What you need: • A can-do attitude, • A real focus on customer service., • Passion and personality, • Knowledge of health and safety, • Be a great team player, • You will experience regular pool rotations, • Supervising and cleaning the pool area, • Setting up equipment, • Deliver first-class customer service, • Deal with customer queries We are looking for flexible members of staff who are willing to work regular early, late and weekend shifts when required. As a charitable social enterprise owned by its staff GLL has a great range of benefits for its employees: • A Values driven organisation, • Learning & development to support career development, • Good Pension schemes, • Discounted gym membership for you and your partner., • A full time permanent position, • Industry leading rates of pay, • opportunity to join the GLL Society and have a say in how we are run plus associated social events, • Exclusive discounts on our villas in Portugal, • Exclusive discounts on our Ski chalets in Bulgaria, • Health assurance, • Career pathways, professional development are just the start. To ensure you stay at the top of your game, we provide training with practical and theory elements too., • Discounts across thousands of retailers (GLL Extras), • 25% off Red Letter Days, • 25% off Buy A Gift, • 20% off GLL spa experience treatments and associated products., • Ride to work scheme As the UKs largest leisure operator and charitable social enterprise, we offer a range of careers for everyone in our local communities. We manage over 400 facilities across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, including public sport and leisure centres, elite sporting venues, libraries and childrens centres. Our people are from the communities we serve and help us make real changes in their local area. One of our core values is More than a Job, because working with us opens up a wide range of possibilities and opportunities for you, starting with how you work with us.To make sure were having a positive impact on our people, we also offer some flexible and part-time working options so you can make sure your new job works for you. Subject to vacancies, whether you are after a contractual commitment and a regular work schedule or the freedom of flexible hours, you may be able to choose an arrangement that works best for you and play your part in improving the health and wellbeing of your community. We offer two different types of work arrangements: • A permanent employment contract - part time and full time So whether your ambitions lie in sport and leisure, events & catering, health & beauty, corporate support or working with children, youll be able to find your ideal new job at GLL. Passionate about seeing our communities thrive, we invest back into our facilities, projects and people and are Investors in People Silver Award employer. However you choose to work with us, you can be sure that you will be a valued member of our team, working with great colleagues, and making a real difference to peoples lives. We are an inclusive employer. We seek and welcome diversity in our teams. All pay rates are subject to skills, experience, qualifications and location. xrnqpay In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents. Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

Contract Manager Technical Bias ??On-site | Up to £65,000 per annum If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application. ???Hard FM | TFM Environment | Leadership Role Were looking for a technically strong, people-focused Contract Manager to lead our Hard FM delivery and wider site-based team on a high-profile single-customer contract in Oxford. Youll ensure full compliance, exceptional service standards and a first-class customer experience across a multi-service TFM environment (including cleaning and security). Acting as Deputy to the Contract Director, youll manage onsite engineers and subcontractors, drive operational excellence, and maintain a fully compliant, safe and operational estate. ?What Youll Be DoingCustomer & Contract Management • Own the delivery of Hard FM services, ensuring all PPM, reactive, remedial and small works meet SLA/KPI expectations., • Build strong relationships with the customer through clear communication, regular site walkarounds and a proactive, customer-focused approach., • Support long- and short-term service strategies, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.Workplace & Technical Leadership, • Provide robust technical guidance; source specialist support where required., • Work with engineers to diagnose issues and implement strategic action plans., • Champion ways of working that enhance the customer experience and create a high-quality operational environment.Customer Experience, • Foster a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement., • Capture feedback to improve service delivery and ensure expectations are consistently met., • Identify and secure opportunities for contract growth in partnership with Commercial teams.People Management, • Lead, motivate and develop a multi-discipline team, embedding Atlas values and high performance., • Manage recruitment, competencies, appraisals, performance management and training to support an increased self-delivery model.Resource & Operational Management, • Optimise productivity, ensuring SFG20 standards and exploring alternative maintenance strategies where beneficial., • Drive value for money and environmental improvements aligned with Atlas sustainability commitments.H&S & Compliance, • Embed Atlas Health & Safety policy across day-to-day operations., • Ensure statutory compliance, accurate PPM records, and robust safe systems of work., • Escalate risks appropriately, investigate incidents, and uphold corporate governance requirements.Supplier & Financial Management, • Lead performance management of Hard FM suppliers, ensuring safety, reliability and value., • Full P&L ownershipmanage budgets, financial risks, forecasting and monthly applications for payment., • Provide clear reporting (monthly/quarterly/annual) to both the client and internal stakeholders.Business Support, • Support bidding activity, site visits and collaboration with internal teams including Service Desk, Compliance, HR and H&S., • Carry out reasonable additional duties aligned with role expectations.??Qualifications, Certifications & Training, • Demonstrable trade qualifications and experience in an M&E discipline., • Accredited Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely).??Knowledge, Skills & Experience, • 3+ years leadership experience in a similar multi-discipline service delivery environment., • Proven track record of managing and reviewing company policies/procedures and implementing effective operational change., • Strong financial control skills, including P&L ownership and achieving financial targets., • Experience producing internal reports, performance data and delivering presentations., • 3+ years experience managing corporate customer relationships, including report production and leading performance review meetings., • Ability to use management information to support operational decision-making., • Experience managing large teams (20+), with strong people management and development capability., • Proven background in auditing service delivery., • 3+ years management of Hard FM or multi-service operations., • Experience using CAFM systems (e.g., Planon or similar)., • Strong knowledge of statutory regulations across building services and Permits to Work in highly regulated environments., • Knowledge and experience of SFG20 standards for planned preventative maintenance.

Join Homeless Oxfordshire as our Events & Community Fundraiser and help bring inspiring events to life while supporting amazing community fundraisers. You’ll plan and deliver key events, from challenges like the Oxford Half Marathon to flagship events like Race Across Oxfordshire. You’ll build strong relationships with schools, faith groups, local organisations, and community groups, supporting them to raise vital funds and awareness. If you love connecting with people in your community and making a real impact, we’d can’t wait to hear from you! Main Purpose Of The Job: The Events and Community Fundraiserwill take responsibility for the planning and delivery of Homeless Oxfordshire’s events and third party events, and provide exceptional care to our community fundraisers. Working closely with the Community Fundraising Manager and Partnerships Fundraising Manager and the wider Fundraising and Communiations team, they will plan and run a calendar of events to engage our community and corporate supporters, as well as the general public, with the aim of raising money for and awareness Homeless Oxfordshire. They will work with the Community Fundraising Manager to develop and build relationships with community and corporate supporters, and give talks to community groups (schools, faith groups, local organisations etc.) to encourage their support for the charity. Ma...

GLL is currently recruiting a Duty Manager to join the Team at Riverside Park and Pools. If you have the skills and ambition, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. This is more than a Duty Manager job, it's a career. Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply. As a Duty Manager, you will be passionate about the leisure industry. A Duty Managers role is highly varied; you could be doing anything from unlocking the leisure centre and setting up, to ordering supplies and checking everything is perfect for your customers. Then, once the day is in full swing, Duty Managers ensure its all running as it should be handling customer queries, managing your team, and ensuring the successful operation of the gym, pool, and other facilities. Your own development is just as important, as well train you to sharpen your skills in this diverse Duty Manager role. Duty Managers are fast-thinkers, calm under pressure, responsible, and natural with people from all walks of life; this is your chance to progress as a Duty Manager. What youll do: * Maintain a good and positive image of the centre to customers and the public by providing a welcoming, helpful, and professional pools and operational service. * Assist customers with the use of the facilities and activities and encourage maximum use of the Centre. * Prepare areas and equipment for sessions as appropriate. * Responsible for the efficient and effective control of the day-to-day operations and service of the centre, ensuring that security, general cleanliness, customer supervision, and equipment checks are maintained. * Ensure all pool safety/operating procedures are in place. * Maintain all good housekeeping systems and assist management to effect improvement plans for energy conservation and resource maximisation. * Supervise all staff on shift, effectively and efficiently allocating work and carrying out any other duties as required commensurate with the posts level of responsibility. * Ensure all members of the team are effectively supervised and that all people management procedures are effectively operated within the team (e.g. recruitment, absence reporting, qualification maintenance, appraisals, discipline, etc). What you need: * A can-do attitude. * Ability to maintain a good and positive image of the centre to customers and the public by providing a welcoming, helpful, and professional pools and operational service. * Assist customers with the use of the facilities and activities and encourage maximum use of the Centre. * Prepare areas and equipment for sessions as appropriate. * Responsible for the efficient and effective control of the day-to-day operations and service of the centre, ensuring that security, general cleanliness, customer supervision, and equipment checks are maintained. * Ensure all pool safety/operating procedures are in place. * Maintain all good housekeeping systems and assist management to effect improvement plans for energy conservation and resource maximisation. * Supervise all staff on shift, effectively and efficiently allocating work and carrying out any other duties as required commensurate with the posts level of responsibility. * Ensure all members of the team are effectively supervised and that all people management procedures are effectively operated within the team (e.g. recruitment, absence reporting, qualification maintenance, appraisals, discipline, etc). * National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) with up to date NPLQ training records * You'll have your Pool Plant Operator (PPO). Under unique circumstances the training can be provided to selected candidate, subject to right knowledge, experience and successful interview. As a leader within the leisure industry, we can also offer scope to progress your career and job variety like nowhere else. As a charitable social enterprise and cooperative owned by our staff, GLL is a unique organisation for you to have a career with! The basics: * This is a Full timeposition. Hours of work will be negotiated with you in line with the needs of the service; flexible working may be possible. Working from home is not possible in this role. * We are an accredited Living Wage employer with industry-leading rates of pay. * We can offer a career, not just a job, with extensive Learning & Development support available. * A uniform will be supplied and must be worn. * GLL is Values Driven, not Profit Driven. We work hard to benefit the communities we operate in. * As a staff-owned organisation, you will be given the opportunity to join the Society and have a stake in your business. Additionally, GLL offers employees a range of employment benefits: * Access to a pension scheme. * Health Assurance and access to Counselling services. * Access to the tax-efficient Ride to Work bicycle purchase scheme. * Free annual eye tests. * Discounted nationwide (over 200 centres) inclusive leisure centre membership for you and your partner. This includes GLL Extras! GLL Society benefits (if you choose to join the Society after your probation period) include: * The right to stand for the Society board and to vote for board members to represent you. * Access to team building and fun events such as treks, concerts, outings, etc. * Access to a range of benefits exclusive to our people ask your line manager for details or check out the Intranet. About GLL: As the UKs largest leisure operator and charitable social enterprise, we offer a range of careers for everyone in our local communities. We manage over 400 facilities across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, including public sport and leisure centres, elite sporting venues, libraries, and childrens centres. Our people are from the communities we serve and help us make real changes in their local area. One of our core values is More than a Job, because working with us opens a wide range of possibilities and opportunities for you, starting with how you work with us. To make sure we are having a positive impact on our people, we also offer some flexible and part-time working options so you can make sure your new job works for you. Subject to vacancies, whether you are after a contractual commitment and a regular work schedule or the freedom of flexible hours, you may be able to choose an arrangement that works best for you and play your part in improving the health and wellbeing of your community. We offer two different types of work arrangements: * A permanent employment contract - part time and full time. * A flexible worker engagement by joining our flexible worker pool. If you are looking for a regular number of hours that you can work and are flexible to meet the needs of a 7-day-a-week service, then a full-time or part-time permanent contract might be the right choice for you. So whether your ambitions lie in sport and leisure, events & catering, health & beauty, corporate support, or working with children, youll be able to find your ideal new job at GLL. Passionate about seeing our communities thrive, we invest back into our facilities, projects, and people and are Investors in People Gold Award employer. However you choose to work with us, you can be sure that you will be a valued member of our team, working with great colleagues, and making a real difference to peoples lives. We are an inclusive employer. We seek and welcome diversity in our teams. xrnqpay All pay rates are subject to skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Principal Electrical Safety Engineer Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap. Abingdon Rd, Culham, UK Employees work in a hybrid mode Full-time Salary: £71,815 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: Integrated Engineering Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Grade I Department: Electrical Engineering Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground-breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from: • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert., • Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible)., • Flexible working options, including family-friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment., • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,, • Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays, • Wide range of career development opportunities, • Contribute to the authoring of electrical safety strategies, policies and standards., • Support the Lead SAP(E) in the delivery and monitoring of UKAEAs electrical safety management plan, contributing effectively to the organisational standards related to electrical safety., • Lead in the delivery of electrical safety continuous improvement plans. Identify improvements and be proactive to see them implemented., • Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, support development of consultancy services and input into work forecasting., • Refer upwards to management where consultancy work highlights significant risk to UKAEA operations., • Honours degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, or equivalent level of qualification supported by extensive experience and knowledge, • Significant, demonstrable experience working with industrial electrical power systems, • Extensive experience of safety and maintenance processes in high-hazard environments (e.g. permit to work, risk assessments, safety cases), ideally with responsibility for major plant assets, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels and work collaboratively within teams, • Relevant safety qualification or certification (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH), • Machinery or process safety qualification or certification (e.g. CMSE, FSCP)

AIOI R&D Lab, developing AI solutions and products to solve societal problems, is looking for a General Counsel to take responsibility on corporate governance and legal clearance in the digital field in EU/UK/Japan. As General Counsel, you will provide strategic and operational legal support across

Contract Manager – Technical Bias On-site | Up to £65,000 per annum ️ Hard FM | TFM Environment | Leadership Role We’re looking for a technically strong, people‑focused Contract Manager to lead our Hard FM delivery and wider site-based team on a high‑profile single‑customer contract in Oxford. You’ll ensure full compliance, exceptional service standards and a first‑class customer experience across a multi‑service TFM environment (including cleaning and security). Acting as Deputy to the Contract Director, you’ll manage onsite engineers and subcontractors, drive operational excellence, and maintain a fully compliant, safe and operational estate. ⭐ What You’ll Be Doing Customer & Contract Management • Own the delivery of Hard FM services, ensuring all PPM, reactive, remedial and small works meet SLA/KPI expectations., • Build strong relationships with the customer through clear communication, regular site walkarounds and a proactive, customer‑focused approach. Workplace & Technical Leadership • Provide robust technical guidance; source specialist support where required., • Work with engineers to diagnose issues and implement strategic action plans. Customer Experience • Capture feedback to improve service delivery and ensure expectations are consistently met., • Identify and secure opportunities for contract growth in partnership with Commercial teams. H&S & Compliance • Embed Atlas Health & Safety policy across day-to-day operations., • Ensure statutory compliance, accurate PPM records, and robust safe systems of work., • Escalate risks appropriately, investigate incidents, and uphold corporate governance requirements. Supplier & Financial Management • Lead performance management of Hard FM suppliers, ensuring safety, reliability and value., • Full P&L ownership—manage budgets, financial risks, forecasting and monthly applications for payment., • Provide clear reporting (monthly/quarterly/annual) to both the client and internal stakeholders. Qualifications, Certifications & Training • Demonstrable trade qualifications and experience in an M&E discipline., • Accredited Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely). Knowledge, Skills & Experience • 3+ years’ leadership experience in a similar multi-discipline service delivery environment., • Proven track record of managing and reviewing company policies/procedures and implementing effective operational change., • Strong financial control skills, including P&L ownership and achieving financial targets., • Experience producing internal reports, performance data and delivering presentations., • 3+ years’ experience managing corporate customer relationships, including report production and leading performance review meetings., • Ability to use management information to support operational decision-making., • Experience managing large teams (20+), with strong people management and development capability., • Proven background in auditing service delivery., • 3+ years’ management of Hard FM or multi-service operations., • Experience using CAFM systems (e.g., Planon or similar)., • Strong knowledge of statutory regulations across building services and Permits to Work in highly regulated environments., • Knowledge and experience of SFG20 standards for planned preventative maintenance., • Proficient in MS Office with strong presentation skills. At Atlas Workplace Services, we believe great buildings start with great people. That’s why we’ve reimagined facilities management to put people first—those who work in the spaces we care for, and those who deliver our services every day. We’re not just another FM provider — we’re a top-10 industry leader committed to doing things differently, with a personal touch, smart technology, and a passion for going the extra mile. As part of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), Atlas Workplace Services is proud to be a company where our people have a meaningful stake in our success. Being part of an EOT isn’t just about sharing in the company’s performance; it’s about creating a culture of shared responsibility, collaboration, and pride in what we achieve together. Atlas Workplace Services is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring a fair, inclusive recruitment process for everyone

Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be supporting a homelessness charity to recruit an Events and Community Fundraiser. Reporting to the Community Fundraising Manager, this role will lead on the planning and delivery of a varied programme of fundraising events, alongside developing and nurturing relationships with community and corporate supporters. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated fundraising and communications team, playing a key role in engaging supporters and generating income. You will work closely with colleagues across fundraising, partnerships, and communications to deliver high-quality events and build meaningful relationships that support the charity's work with people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage. Job Title: Events and Community Fundraiser Organisation: Social Welfare charity Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 per year Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: Office-based in Oxford, 2-3 days per week in the office/community Benefits include generous annual leave, pension contribution, and opportunities for time off in lieu for evening and weekend work About the role This role is suited to a proactive and organised individual who enjoys both event delivery and relationship building. You will take responsibility for planning and delivering a calendar of events, as well as supporting community and corporate fundraising activity. Key responsibilities · Lead on the planning and delivery of fundraising events, ensuring a high-quality supporter experience · Coordinate logistics including venues, suppliers, and event communications Support participation in third-party challenge events and manage event day activity · Build and develop relationships with community groups, schools, and local organisations · Deliver engaging presentations to community audiences to inspire support · Support corporate employee fundraising and partnership activity · Provide guidance and stewardship to community fundraisers, including use of fundraising platforms · Maintain accurate records and oversee supporter communications and administration · Respond to enquiries and ensure timely acknowledgement of supporters and donors · Work collaboratively with colleagues across fundraising and communications to support income generation Person specification · Experience working with supporters, stakeholders, or customers · Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging a range of audiences · Ability to build and maintain effective relationships · Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities · A proactive and team-oriented approach · A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle This role is perfect for someone with experience in community fundraising, looking to take a step up and join an ambitious charity. If you're interested and would like to find out more, please contact Stuart Milliner from Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout

Associate Director - Electrical Design Oxfordshire | Hybrid Working | 9 Day Fortnight | Up to £100k Looking for a role where you can lead a team, shape a growing office, and have real influence over projects and clients? This is an opportunity to join a growing, design-led building services consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering across a wide range of sectors. With ambitious growth plans and a collaborative, people-first culture, they're looking to appoint an Associate Director - Electrical to play a key role in their Oxford office. The Opportunity This is a senior leadership role for someone who wants more than just project delivery. You'll take ownership of the electrical discipline locally - leading projects, developing client relationships, and helping grow both the team and the wider business. What You'll Be Doing - Leading electrical design delivery across multiple projects - Acting as a senior client contact, building and strengthening relationships - Taking responsibility for technical quality, project outcomes, and team performance - Leading, mentoring, and growing a team of engineers - Supporting the strategic growth of the office, including winning new work - Collaborating with other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions What They're Looking For - Strong background in electrical building services design (consultancy) - Proven experience operating at Principal / Associate level or above - Track record of leading projects and managing client relationships - Strong technical knowledge across power, lighting, and building systems design - Experience leading and developing teams - Commercial awareness and an interest in business growth / BD - Chartered (or working towards) preferred Why This Role Stands Out - Leadership position with real influence over a growing office - Opportunity to build and shape a team - Clear route to Director level - 9-day fortnight - genuine commitment to work-life balance - Enhanced pension contribution - Collaborative, supportive culture with no micromanagement - Strong focus on development, progression, and long-term growth Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you. Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, reachable via (url removed). Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer

Head of Service, Children We Care For 3-6 month interim contract - immediate start £500-£550 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Hybrid working - 3 days on site CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will take place week commencing ASAP. This is a career‑defining opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with real influence and impact. Reporting directly into the Deputy Director, you will lead a critical service supporting children and young people with complex needs, holding strategic oversight, operational accountability and full budget responsibility. As Head of Service, Children We Care For you will shape culture, drive improvement and ensure statutory duties are delivered to the highest standard, while keeping children firmly at the heart of every decision. You will lead a large, multi‑disciplinary workforce, working across complex systems and partnerships including health, education, commissioning and the voluntary sector. This is a visible, high‑profile role where your leadership will directly improve outcomes, reduce risk and strengthen corporate parenting responsibilities. If you are motivated by challenge, influence and the opportunity to do things differently, this is a role you will want to explore. Your role as Head of Service, Children We Care For: • Strategic leadership of statutory Children We Care For services, ensuring compliance, quality and continuous improvement • Accountability for budget management, driving value for money while improving outcomes for children and care leavers • Inspirational people leadership, embedding a culture of support, supervision, learning and high performance • Partnership influence across health, education, commissioning and third sector organisations • Risk management and quality assurance, using data, insight and professional judgement to manage complex cases Your experience as Head of Service, Children We Care For: • Senior leadership experience within children’s social care, operating at Head of Service or equivalent level • Deep knowledge of looked after children, care leavers, unaccompanied children and transition into adulthood • Proven track record of managing complex services and budgets in a high‑pressure statutory environment • Strong background in performance management, supervision and workforce development • Qualified social worker with current professional registration and commitment to ongoing CPD You will be resilient, decisive and values‑driven, able to challenge constructively and lead confidently through change. In return, you will be trusted to shape the service, supported to lead flexibly and empowered to make a lasting difference. If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail, or know someone who would be a strong fit for the Head of Service, Children We Care For, please contact Sarah Macrae or Sarah Williams on (phone number removed) or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in touch.) Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce and ensuring equality of opportunity. Recruiting decisions are based solely on skills and experience, and reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the recruitment process