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Category Manager – Indirect Services Manchester Area (2-3 days a week) £75K + £6K Car Allowance + 20% Bonus + Benefits Talent Drive have partnered with a pharmaceutical organisation as they continue to build and strengthen their Indirect Procurement function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Category Manager – Indirect Services to take ownership of several key spend areas and help shape category strategy within a business where procurement is becoming increasingly strategic. The Role: This position will play a key role in developing and delivering category strategies across multiple indirect services areas (Corporate & Professional Services, HR, Finance, Audit, Tax, Marketing, Travel, Fleet) partnering with stakeholders across the business to drive value, efficiency and supplier performance. Key responsibilities include: • Developing and implementing category strategies across indirect services, • Leading sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations, • Driving supplier performance and SRM frameworks, • Partnering with senior stakeholders across multiple business functions, • Using market intelligence to optimise cost and service delivery, • Embedding procurement best practice and governance What We’re Looking For • Proven experience managing indirect procurement categories, • Strong commercial negotiation and stakeholder management skills, • Ability to develop and implement category strategies, • Experience working in complex or multi-site organisations, • Comfortable influencing stakeholders across multiple levels, • CIPS qualification or experience within regulated or global environments would be advantageous but not essential. If you are interested in learning more, please get in touch via with your CV or apply directly.

Job Description The UK National Sustainability Officer's team has a key responsibility in the establishment and development of: • a robust regulatory monitoring and compliance system in the UK across all sites and divisions, • an environmental management system in line with the client's ISO14001 certification, • a cultural mindset change to ensure that Sustainability matters are embedded in all that we do, achieved via internal and external Social value and Community Impact activities, • several company-wide roadmaps targeted at the achievement of client's Top Company Environmental Objectives, namely: industrial aviation substance supply chain, human rights, • The UK National Sustainability Officer's team delivers these activities through 3 pillars:, • regulatory affairs, • business integration, • social value and engagement The scope of this mission will be to project manage, coordinate stakeholders' engagement and support the delivery of the activities above within the perimeter of the UK affiliates with a specific focus on the newly acquired sites of Belfast and Prestwick Key requirements for the mission are: • Demonstrate understanding of relevant key Sustainability legislation and standards, and working knowledge of Environmental Management Systems, ISO 14001 certification, and related processes and procedures, • Demonstrate a good understanding of the Company's corporate Sustainability strategy and commitments, • Be able to understand global Sustainability issues and associated trends, • Be able to create content on a variety of sustainability topics, • Have excellent communications skills, fluent in English (excellent writing and speaking level), • Have excellent organisational and project management skills to deliver a wide selection of projects over multiple sites, • Master Google Suite's functionalities, • Be able to work autonomously and as part of a team, with a diplomatic and engaging way of working The objectives and achievements of the mission are: • Support the regulatory affairs pillar by ensuring on time, cost, quality (TCQ) delivery of compliance related data from site and/or legal entities stakeholders, • Support the business integration pillar, ensuring TCQ delivery of site risks, auditing plan, site assessments and including organisation of all relevant visits for the team, • Support the social value and engagement pillar, by engaging with local stakeholders to support the delivery of any agreed social value or engagement activities Main tasks to be performed: • coordination of all relevant internal and external stakeholders in the UK affiliates' sites and support delivery of key strategic projects, ensuring regular reporting to the UK National Sustainability Officer's team support execution of means of compliance consisting in recurring conformity actions such as (but not limited to): EPR, chemicals rationalise and improve on the data sharing, communication and governance between the local operational teams and the central UK team, • Support the availability and reporting of accurate consolidated environmental data and information to contribute to client's environmental communication, • Manage national environmental documentation and any inputs required in the relevant tools (FISH, etc) develop relevant projects, processes and procedures to ensure new systems are in place aligned with Sustainability company objectives and UK national requirements., • Support review of all updated processes and procedure including implications and compliance requirements at the UK level (including coordination at the country level for the development of the EMS into the Company's BMS), • Project manage and lead relevant Sustainability projects assigned to the new Sparrow sites and report on related KPIs, • Attend any required site / legal entities Sustainability meetings, • Provide support in compiling a national overview of public funding opportunities in the UK, including status and CAPEX funding specific to the client's sites, • Support risks and opportunities identification and management at the UK national level, consolidate and report R&Os and monitor the actions identified, emerging from the Sparrow sites. Participate in the Sustainability Risk Review Board as requested, • Support the deployment of Client specific policies and targets in the areas of High5+ environmental targets, Biodiversity, Climate adaptation, ISO14001, related to the client's sites, • Identify local opportunities for Social Value and Community Impact projects and liaise with relevant stakeholders to organise visits and other engagement activities (sustainability week, etc), • Support extension of the Early Careers framework to Belfast and Prestwick, • An action tracker will be created to show progress on the assigned activities that shall be reviewed at the weekly team meetings. The supplier account manager shall attend these meetings once a month to check the overall progress of the package of work Note: This role requires travel to Belfast occassionally Who We Are Scalian UK is a consultancy, specialising in digital systems and business management and performance, working in 11 countries, including France, Spain, Belgium, the UK, Germany, the USA, and Canada. Ranked in the top 10 engineering consulting firms in France, the Group provides services in industrial project management, quality management, supply chain performance and development of digital and information systems. It also helps clients address digital transformation challenges for the industry and the service sectors. As of 2024, the Group includes 5,500 people, with a turnover of €550 million. More information can be found at -

We are partnered with a financial client who are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to support payments technology change across multiple financial domains. This is a contract role based in Chester 3 days per week. 6month duration initially. Key Responsibilities • Define end-to-end solution architecture and non-functional requirements., • Shape high-level designs and guide delivery teams., • Ensure solutions align with tech strategy and standards., • Review designs, resolve technical issues, and support continuous improvement.Skills & Experience, • Strong expertise in Corporate Payments and major payment schemes (SEPA, FPS, CHAPS, SWIFT)., • Regulatory change experience (PSD2/3, ISO 20022, Open Banking)., • API design, microservices, integration platforms., • Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP), DevOps, CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes., • Knowledge of Java, .NET, Python, JS/TS., • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills., • 10+ years in financial services technology.Desired, • TOGAF, Cloud Architect, or AI certifications., • Degree in Computer Science or similar. McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

We are partnered with a financial client who are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to support payments technology change across multiple financial domains. This is a contract role based in Chester 3 days per week. 6month duration initially. Key Responsibilities • Define end-to-end solution architecture and non-functional requirements., • Shape high-level designs and guide delivery teams., • Ensure solutions align with tech strategy and standards., • Review designs, resolve technical issues, and support continuous improvement. Skills & Experience • Strong expertise in Corporate Payments and major payment schemes (SEPA, FPS, CHAPS, SWIFT)., • Regulatory change experience (PSD2/3, ISO 20022, Open Banking)., • API design, microservices, integration platforms., • Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP), DevOps, CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes., • Knowledge of Java, .NET, Python, JS/TS., • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills., • 10+ years in financial services technology. Desired • TOGAF, Cloud Architect, or AI certifications. AMRT1_UKTJ ...

IT Strategy & Digital Transformation Lead (Pharmaceuticals) Our client is seeking a visionaryIT Strategistto join their senior leadership team during a period of rapid global expansion. As they scale through significant acquisitions, you will be the architect of their future-ready technology landscape, ensuring the IT infrastructure is not just a support function, but a competitive advantage. You will be an innovative leader capable of engaging and inspiring our Board on the strategic direction of IT. You will lead the transformation of our digital coreanchored byMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Business Centralto ensure scalability, operational excellence, and uncompromising compliance. Based in South Manchester our client offers a competitive executive package, c£100K+ and excellent performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Candidate Profile • Proven Pharmaceutical Experience:Deep knowledge of IT strategy specifically within a regulated pharmaceutical or Life Sciences environment., • Leadership Capabilities:Extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and influencing C-suite stakeholders., • Regulatory Expert:Practical understanding ofGxP(Good Practice) andMHRArequirements for computerised systems., • Scale-up Mindset:A track record of success in high-growth environments, particularly managing the IT complexities of mergers and acquisitions., • Certified Professional:Relevant certifications such asCISSP,CISM, orCRISCare highly desirable., • Data protection experience: Ideally having worked in Data Protection, potentially as Data Protection Officer or Manager., • Strategic Board Leadership:Act as a thought partner to the Board, translating complex technical requirements into business-aligned roadmaps that support rapid growth and post-merger integration., • Advanced Forecasting:Implement demand planning models to manage inventory, reduce waste through FEFO (First-Expiry-First-Out) logic, and address potential drug shortages., • Acquisition Integration:Lead the IT workstream for new acquisitions, rapidly assessing, securing, and migrating legacy systems into our scalable corporate architecture. For further information please forward your CV to Elaine Hallworth JBRP1_UKTJ

Enterprise Architect Strategy & Digital Transformation Lead (Pharmaceuticals) Our client is seeking a visionary IT Strategist to join their senior leadership team during a period of rapid global expansion. As they scale through significant acquisitions, you will be the architect of their future-ready technology landscape, ensuring the IT infrastructure is not just a support function, but a competitive advantage. You will be an innovative leader capable of engaging and inspiring our Board on the strategic direction of IT. You will lead the transformation of our digital coreanchored by Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to ensure scalability, operational excellence, and uncompromising compliance. Based in South Manchester our client offers a competitive executive package, c£100/120K+ and excellent performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Candidate Profile Proven Pharmaceutical Experience: Deep knowledge of IT strategy specifically within a regulated pharmaceutical or Life Sciences environment. Leadership Capabilities: Extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and influencing C-suite stakeholders. Regulatory Expert: Practical understanding of GxP (Good Practice) and MHRA requirements for computerised systems. Scale-up Mindset: A track record of success in high-growth environments, particularly managing the IT complexities of mergers and acquisitions. Certified Professional: Relevant certifications such as CISSP , CISM , or CRISC are highly desirable. Data protection experience : Ideally having worked in Data Protection, potentially as Data Protection Officer or Manager. Technology Expertise: Expert-level understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and the broader Microsoft ecosystem (Power BI, Azure). Core Responsibilities Strategic Board Leadership: Act as a thought partner to the Board, translating complex technical requirements into business-aligned roadmaps that support rapid growth and post-merger integration. Compliance & Quality Excellence: Ensure all IT systems and data processes strictly adhere to MHRA standards. You will oversee the digital side of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ensure "inspection readiness" across all platforms. Advanced Forecasting: Implement demand planning models to manage inventory, reduce waste through FEFO (First-Expiry-First-Out) logic, and address potential drug shortages. Cyber Resilience & Data Protection: Own the cybersecurity strategy, implementing "secure-by-design" principles and zero-trust frameworks to protect sensitive R&D and company data. Ensure global compliance with GDPR and other data privacy regulations. Acquisition Integration: Lead the IT workstream for new acquisitions, rapidly assessing, securing, and migrating legacy systems into our scalable corporate architecture. Innovation: Stay "ahead of the curve" by identifying emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML in drug development) that can drive efficiency and maintain our market-leading position. This is a high-impact role, leading and shaping the digital backbone of a company at the forefront of healthcare innovation. We offer a competitive executive package, c£100/120K+ and excellent performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits. For further information please forward your CV to Elaine Hallworth TPBN1_UKTJ

Business Development & Community Engagement Manager | Manchester - Hale Clinic | Permanent | Full time | 37.5 hours per week | Competitive basic salary plus excellent benefits The Business Development & Community Engagement Manager at Spire Hale Clinic is a pivotal role designed to drive growth and success for Spire's latest outpatient diagnostic clinic. Situated in the affluent community of Hale, this role is crucial in establishing Hale Clinic as a destination for high-quality care, connecting patients and referring clinicians to the broader Spire Greater Manchester network. A core focus of this role is consultant engagement, to cultivate strong relationships with both new and existing consultants across Spire Manchester, Spire Cheshire, and Spire Regency, ensuring they have the support, fee arrangements, and booking access to maximise outpatient activity in Hale Clinic. The post-holder will also drive local business and community engagement, building the Hale Clinic's presence among GPs, physios, local businesses, and the broader Hale community. By fostering these relationships and organising local events, the manager will ensure a strong referral pipeline and a vibrant community presence. This a unique opportunity for a high-energy, community-focused leader to be at the heart of a flagship Spire initiative and ensure that the Hale Clinic thrives as a vital part of the Greater Manchester healthcare landscape. To achieve this you will: * Develop and execute the business development strategy to increase patient volumes and revenue streams across the centre. * Act as the primary relationship lead for consultants operating from Hale Clinic, ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience that supports practice growth. * Build strong relationships with both new and existing consultants to maximise utilisation of Hale Clinic. * Support onboarding and induction of new consultants, ensuring rapid route to practice and alignment with pathways. * Monitor activity, utilisation and conversion trends, identifying opportunities to strengthen downstream referrals. * Build strong relationships within the Hale and wider South Manchester community to establish Hale Clinic as a trusted local healthcare destination. * Develop partnerships with local businesses, corporate organisations, gyms, physios and wellbeing providers to drive awareness and referrals. * Represent Spire at local networking opportunities, community forums and business events. * Create and deliver a programme of community-facing initiatives that increase visibility and engagement. * Contribute to the delivery of local marketing initiatives aligned to the Hale growth strategy. What do you need to have? * Experience of working with consultant surgeons in a private or NHS setting * Understanding of the UK private healthcare system * Commercial awareness * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken * Proactive, enthusiastic self-starter with the ability to work unsupervised * Competent user of MS Office * Strong prioritisation and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines * A passion and drive to succeed Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: * 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays * Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options * 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers * Access to Blue Light Card * Private medical insurance * Life assurance * Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park We commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Driving clinical excellence Doing the right thing Caring is our passion Keeping it simple Delivering on our promises Succeeding and celebrating together Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 38 hospitals and 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. For more information on this role please get in touch with For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

A progressive Local Authority in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Head of Housing to lead and deliver its housing priorities and statutory functions, supporting the Council's wider strategic objectives. Reporting at senior level, you will provide leadership across: ·Housing Strategy & Development ·Housing Options ·Housing Standards & Adaptations You will develop and deliver integrated Housing and Homelessness Strategies, driving initiatives to reduce homelessness, support vulnerable households into temporary accommodation, and improve housing outcomes across the Borough. A key priority will be leading the Council's approach to influencing the local housing market, including delivering its ambition to become a landlord. This will involve identifying and acquiring suitable assets, working closely with Planning and developers, and overseeing the management and lettings of new rental stock. As the Council's lead housing specialist, you will ensure housing priorities are embedded across corporate strategies including the Local Plan and social care commissioning. You will build strong partnerships with registered providers, Homes England, and regional stakeholders, representing the Council at external forums. The role also carries responsibility for performance, budget and contract management, ensuring statutory compliance, value for money, and continuous service improvement. You will lead on key legislative and funding programmes and ensure effective delivery of major housing projects across the Borough. We are looking for a strategic leader with significant senior housing experience, strong knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, and a proven track record of delivering service improvement and partnership working. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us

A leading entertainment company is seeking a strategic Global Network Manager to lead worldwide network function.This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure while fostering innovation and cost efficiency.The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in enter

Drafts theBusiness Platforms and Corporate functionsub-portfolio strategy and delivery plan for theCIO Corporate& BusinessPlatform, ensuring alignment with theEnterprise Technology global themes and widerTechnology Strategy. Director of Strategy & Transformation (Business Platforms & Corporate Funct

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen in der Finanzbranche sucht einen dynamischen Associate für das Corporate Strategy Team.

A dynamic fintech company in Greater London seeks a highly motivated VP, Strategy & Corporate Development.

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Commercial Legal Counsel in Central Bedfordshire.

A leading communications agency is looking for an experienced Account Manager to join their Corporate Reputation team in Greater London.

The ideal candidate will have significant corporate tax experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to coach junior staff. A global professional services firm in London is seeking a Senior Manager in Corporate Tax within the Renewables Energy sector.

A well-respected independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Manchester is looking for a Corporate Tax Manager. In this role, you will manage a varied portfolio of corporate clients, ensuring tax compliance while providing expert guidance on tax planning matters.

A leading tax advisory firm in London is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to deliver bespoke tax advice while managing junior team members. The role includes working closely with partners on various tax projects and advising clients on corporate transactions, including tax compliance and due diligenc

A well-established firm in Coventry is looking for a Senior Tax Adviser to lead tax projects and deliver expert advice.The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in various direct taxes and a proven record of managing client relationships.Responsibilities include project planning and execut

The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of strategy consulting experience, particularly in life sciences, and exceptional communication and project management skills.

Your engagements will include a mix of corporate strategy (growth strategy, market entry, pricing, commercial excellence, product strategy) and transaction‑related work (commercial due diligence and pre‑and post‑deal value creation). Significant experience from either a strategy consulting fir

Reporting to Merkle’s US-based Global Chief Strategy Officer as a chief of staff and working closely with Merkle and Dentsu teams throughout Western Europe and in global roles, you will operate at the intersection of traditional corporate strategy (including internal and external functional analys

A leading accountancy firm in the UK seeks an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to lead compliance and advisory services. This role offers substantial influence over strategy, team development, and key client relationships within a Top 10 firm. You will enhance work delivery, develop a high-performi

Strategy and Corporate Affairs Director. Lead the development of ONR’s annual Corporate Plan with clear links to Strategy aims and objectives, clear priorities and measures for tracking progress and effectiveness. They will also drive forward our long‑term organisational strategy, manage reputat

As Head of Digital Strategy you will be responsible for leading the development of our digital thinking, our digital consultancy services and thought leadership. You will therefore have responsibility for leading the strategic development of our digital proposition across the Positive Change Group,

A global leader in advisory services is seeking a Senior Tax Advisor for their Luton or Cambridge office.You will provide exceptional client service, maintaining and growing client relationships while delivering tax projects effectively.Candidates should possess strong technical skills and hold an A

A UK water utility company seeks a Lead Corporate Affairs Advisor to manage sensitive casework and stakeholder engagement.

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst in Greater London. This role supports M&A activities within a global Corporate Development team.

We are now working with a global investment bank who are looking to add a Strategy Associate to their team. Undertaking in-depth analysis to support the development and track execution of Group Strategy. Identify key issues and opportunities using internal and external sources to provide actionable

You will support M&A strategy, target identification, and financial analysis, working closely with senior leadership across the business. Ideal candidates should have 1-3 years of relevant experience in investment banking or corporate development, with strong financial modeling skills. A global mark

Our client is looking to hire a Corporate Strategy consultant who will support the Strategy director and team. Experience of working within a corporate reporting, corporate governance or business consultancy role. Work with the account management team to develop each client’s corporate reporting s

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks a Managing Director to join a client's aviation sector team.This role requires preparing financial models for aviation acquisitions and providing strategic insights to executive stakeholders.Ideal candidates have relevant qualifications and ex

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record at the Director level or above and deep expertise in corporate fiscal strategy.

This role involves providing high-quality tax advice on corporate transactions and cross-border matters while building strong client relationships.

A prestigious specialist law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join their renowned Corporate team. The successful candidate will manage their own corporate matters, collaborate with other departments, and provide strategic legal advice. Candidates must have at least 5 years of PQE i

A development finance institution based in London is seeking a Corporate Business Tax Manager to lead a team in managing tax risks and compliance.

We are seeking a highly motivated MBA student to join our Corporate Strategy team for a summer internship. This role offers hands‑on experience in shaping corporate strategy, supporting high‑impact projects, and delivering insights to senior leadership. Our Corporate Strategy team is composed of

You will play a crucial role in defining and delivering a client experience strategy that enhances satisfaction across corporate and institutional banking.

A leading telecom infrastructure provider in the UK is seeking a Head of Corporate FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis efforts.

A global leader in entertainment is seeking a qualified lawyer for their London office.The role involves structuring and negotiating various commercial agreements in the Prime Video business.Candidates must have at least 3 years of legal experience focusing on transactional work and contract negotia

Ideally experience of working within Corporate Strategy function, and sports and entertainment, such as within a sports rightsholder, broadcaster, streamer etc. The Director, Corporate Strategy. The Director, Corporate Strategy will work closely with TKO’s central teams, such as TKO Analytics; tea

A leading insurance business in the UK is seeking a Deputy Head of Corporate to co-lead the Corporate Consulting Team and drive client strategy. The role demands significant consultancy experience and strong leadership capabilities to manage consultants and engage with corporate clients. A strong un

Work with the account management team to develop each client’s corporate reporting strategy in line with best practice and changing market conditions. Experience of working within a corporate reporting, corporate governance or business consultancy role. Reporting into the Director of Research and

A leading financial services firm in the UK is seeking a Director of Corporate to shape and lead their corporate advisory services.

Your engagements will include a mix of corporate strategy (growth strategy, market entry, pricing, commercial excellence, product strategy) and transaction-related work (commercial due diligence and pre- and post-deal value creation). Significant experience from either a strategy consulting firm or

Growth Strategy & Investment Analysis – analyse the Group’s organic growth strategy, define key value drivers and measure delivery against plan; prepare and refine investment cases for approval, including market assessment, returns analysis and clear recommendations for decision-makers; support

VP, Strategy & Corporate Development. Prepare executive- and board-level materials related to proposed transactions and initiatives emerging from Strategy & Corporate Development projects. Collaborate with business unit leaders and firmwide corporate functions (including Finance, Legal, Operations,

We are now working with major bank who are looking to recruit an Associate into their corporate strategy team. Strategy experience in either consultancy or corporate. Undertake in-depth analysis to support the development and track execution of the strategy of the group.

Lead the development of ONR's annual Corporate Plan with clear links to Strategy aims and objectives, clear priorities and measures for tracking progress and effectivness. They will also be responsible for driving forward our long-term organisational strategy, managing reputation, high quality exter