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Head of CQV – Location: Slough, UK Lonza AG is seeking a proven leader to head our Validation Teams within the Technical Services function. This is a pivotal role where your leadership, influence, and ability to inspire high-performing teams will be the key to driving operational excellence. While technical expertise is important, our top priority is a candidate with exceptional leadership gravitas who can lead change, mentor teams, and make a strategic impact across the organization. As Head of CQV, you will: * Lead, inspire, and guide the Validation Teams, ensuring alignment with the Technical Services strategy, delivery, and compliance goals. * Drive change and performance improvement, creating a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence. * Engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from shop floor teams to site leadership, ensuring smooth delivery and resolution of challenges. * Build strong cross-functional relationships with Manufacturing, Development Services, and other business areas to optimize operational outcomes. * Oversee validation consultants and contractors, tracking performance metrics to ensure value for money and exceptional results. * Contribute to Global and Local initiatives, leveraging your leadership to shape and implement impactful strategies. What we’re looking for: * A senior leader with gravitas and credibility who commands respect and inspires teams. * Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, achieving goals, and driving organizational change. * Strategic thinker and problem solver, able to balance operational delivery with creative solutions. * Strong ability to mentor and develop individuals, enabling teams to exceed performance expectations. * Exceptional communication and influencing skills, able to engage and persuade across all levels of the organization. * Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining operational oversight and results. Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Job Title: R&D Manager, Protein Function Location: Slough We are seeking an accomplished leader to head a team specialising in the analysis of function and interaction for protein therapeutics. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the identification and commercialisation of innovative analytical methods and technologies that enhance the value delivered to customers. You will lead technology development projects through to successful and timely completion, proactively tackling challenges and capitalising on opportunities with creative, proprietary solutions. You will also oversee collaborations with external laboratories, including academic institutions and research partners, and manage the transfer of successful technologies into Lonza. What you will get: • An agile career and dynamic working culture, • An inclusive and ethical workplace, • Compensation programs that recognize high performance, • A variety of benefits dependent on role and location, • The full list of our global benefits can be also found on ___. What you will do: • Lead, manage and develop a team of dedicated scientific staff, • Design and successfully deliver multiple innovation projects or programs., • Maintain expertise as a Subject Matter Expert in a field directly related to protein function and interaction What we are looking for: • Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline is preferred., • Proven management experience is essential., • Extensive expertise in at least one of the following techniques: cell-based assays, ELISA, SPR/Biacore (surface plasmon resonance), or enzymatic activity assays., • Strong ability to build and maintain professional relationships both within Lonza and with external partners., • Recognised subject matter expert in protein analysis, with a commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge in the field., • Solid understanding of QbD and GMP requirements, with the ability to integrate these into project design., • Demonstrated capability to identify innovative solutions to complex challenges, contributing to valuable intellectual property. About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

Innovation Marketing Manager Slough (Head Office) with some travel to other sites. We operate a dynamic working model built on trust, choice and balance. Colleagues typically connect in person 3 days per week, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side. We also offer Dynamic Friday Hours, giving colleagues the opportunity to flex their time and finish early on a Friday, where the role allows. Join our snack-loving team We’re looking for an Innovation Marketing Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move. About the role This is a key role within our Marketing team, reporting to the Head of Innovation. You’ll help grow our business by developing insight-driven, profitable and sustainable new products that excite our customers and lead category growth. You’ll take creative ideas from consumer insights and turn them into reality, working cross-functionally and influencing stakeholders to deliver innovation that makes a difference. What’s in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer: * £6,000 car cash allowance. * Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement * Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care * KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary * 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more * KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? * Identify and develop consumer-led propositions that deliver category growth and commercial value, using deep knowledge of consumers, brands, and market trends * Lead the end-to-end innovation process, from idea generation through Stage Gate, ensuring projects are insight-driven and commercially viable * Create compelling concepts for research and consumer testing, translating insights into actionable product ideas * Build robust business cases for new product development, including financial modelling and risk assessment * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Brand Marketing, Research & Insights, Product Development, Category Management, Shopper Marketing and Commercial teams * Manage timelines and budgets for innovation projects, ensuring delivery against agreed milestones * Influence senior stakeholders and secure buy-in for innovation proposals, presenting clear and persuasive recommendations * Monitor market performance of launched products and identify opportunities for optimisation and future growth * Work closely with Intersnack Group colleagues across Europe to share best practice and align on innovation objectives Who are we? We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We’re committed to inclusion We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We’d love to hear from you if you can bring: * Significant experience in FMCG innovation or marketing, ideally within the food industry * Proven track record of launching successful, insight-led products that deliver commercial results * Strong understanding of consumer research, category dynamics and brand growth strategies * Experience managing complex projects through Stage Gate processes * Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders * Strong financial acumen and ability to build commercially sound business cases * Highly competent in PowerPoint and Excel; experience with Nielsen Answers and Kantar WorldPanel Online is advantageous #LI-SC1 #LI-Hybrid

Financial Controller Slough £65k-£75k + Xmas tree delivered to your home each year A long-established, high-growth business based at the heart of Pinewood Studios, one of the world’s most iconic film and television hubs, is seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead its day-to-day finance function. From supporting major blockbuster productions to contributing to award-winning global hits, this organisation is deeply embedded in the creative magic that happens on site every day. As the business continues an exciting phase of expansion, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function, working closely with senior leadership to drive performance, strengthen processes, and support strategic financial development. You’ll oversee a small finance team, manage month-end, ensure robust controls, and play a key role in forecasting, budgeting, and analysis, with mentorship from an experienced fractional CFO. About the Role As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the entire month-end process, produce high-quality management accounts, ensure strong financial controls, and manage intercompany accounting across multiple entities. You will provide meaningful financial insights to support decision-making and contribute to developing a scalable, efficient finance function. You’ll lead a team of two Accounts Assistants, overseeing AP, AR, credit control, reconciliations, and outsourced payroll, while driving improvements and embedding best practice across the department. This role is fully on-site at Pinewood Studios, offering a dynamic environment surrounded by creativity and world-class film production. About You Essential experience: • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, • Proven experience in an SME Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Accountant or similar role, • Strong month-end, management accounting, and financial control expertise, • Experience managing or mentoring junior team members, • Confident handling intercompany accounting and reconciliations, • Solid forecasting, cashflow, and financial analysis skills, • Experience in a multi-entity environment, • Exposure to working alongside a CFO or senior leadership team, • Hands-on and proactive, comfortable in a fast-paced SME, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Commercially minded with the ability to explain financials clearly, • Collaborative leadership style with a focus on team development, • Driven to improve processes and support business growth The Offer • £65,000–£75,000 depending on experience, • 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, with long-service enhancements, • Unique working location inside Pinewood Studios, the heart of global film production, • Supportive MD plus mentorship from an experienced fractional CFO, • Close collaboration with Heads of Department across the business, • Opportunity to shape, enhance, and elevate the finance function during a key growth phase, • Friendly, on-site, close-knit team culture, • Annual delivery of a Christmas tree to your home, • Strong potential for professional development and career progression Apply Now If you’re an ambitious Financial Controller who wants to be part of something truly exciting, working within one of the world's most iconic film studio environments, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Your next career move starts here.

Do you thrive at the intersection of brand strategy, category insight, and commercial delivery? Are you skilled at turning shopper & consumer data (Nielsen / IRI / Kantar) into strategic actions that influence range, merchandising, and promotional plans with retailers? Do you want a role where you can own brands end-to-end — shaping their future while seeing the commercial impact of your decisions in store? We’re partnering with a global FMCG manufacturer to appoint a Category Brand Manager — a hybrid role combining classic brand management with full category responsibility. You’ll drive growth across two household brands by connecting insight, innovation, and activation, working closely with marketing, NPD, sales, and retail partners. Key Responsibilities: • Build and execute annual brand plans to deliver category growth, penetration and sales uplift, • Lead day-to-day brand activation: campaigns, creative, media, digital, social & PR, • Manage the full end-to-end NPD pipeline — insight, concept testing, business case, launch & post-evaluation, • Leverage Nielsen / IRI / Kantar to identify drivers of category growth and shape commercial strategy, • Influence UK retailers through compelling category stories, range recommendations & merchandising proposals, • Partner with sales to create best-in-class sell-in material and promotional plans, • Track brand and category performance across KPIs, recommending data-backed optimisation, • Act as the voice of the consumer across the business — grounding decisions in insight and commercial reality What We’re Looking For: • FMCG experience is essential — ideally from food or drink manufacturing, • Strong experience in brand management and/or category management, • Confident user of Nielsen / IRI / Kantar with a data-driven mindset, • Proven ability to build relationships with major retailers, • Commercially sharp — comfortable with P&L levers and commercial evaluation, • Collaborative, proactive, resilient — a doer who likes to take ownership and drive results Why This Role? • Autonomy & ownership — shape the future of two market-leading brands, • Exposure across brand, category, NPD, sales & retail, • Opportunity to see your ideas land on shelf, • Hybrid working + competitive salary & benefits Salary - £50k + Benefits If you want more information, please contact Alice Redmond.

About the Company We believe access to better hygiene, health and nutrition should be a right, not a privilege. With operations in over 60 countries and products sold in almost 200, we’re a big name with a strong purpose. Our people work with ownership and energy, in a culture that supports ideas and rewards impact. About the Role Ready to take charge of a well-known brand and really make your mark? Want to work in a fast-paced environment where your ideas can shape the future and get noticed? Reckitt is a world leader in health and hygiene, and home to powerhouse brands like Dettol, Nurofen, Finish, and Vanish and we’re looking for someone who wants more than just a job. This is your chance to step into a visible role, own a major brand in the UK market, and work with teams across the business to drive real results. Responsibilities • Lead the annual UK brand plan – your work will directly shape how our brand performs in-market, • Collaborate with global teams to launch new products and create standout campaigns, • Hit financial and market share targets that show the impact of your ideas, • Work closely with sales, finance and supply chain to make sure your plans come to life, • Spot growth opportunities by diving into shopper and market data, • Create full marketing campaigns (TV, digital, in-store) to build awareness and drive sales, • Track brand performance with tools like Nielsen and Kantar and adjust plans when needed, • Support trade marketing with store campaigns and promotional ideas, • Help sales teams with customer-ready presentations and insight Qualifications Degree-qualified and fluent in English Required Skills • At least 3 years of hands-on brand marketing experience, • You’ve run integrated campaigns across TV, digital and social, and know what great creative looks like, • Confident analysing data and using it to shape strategy, • Comfortable communicating across all levels and functions Preferred Skills None specified. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity. What’s next If you're ready to step into a role where your ideas get heard and your work gets seen, apply now and start shaping the future of a major UK brand.

Were looking for a bold, creative, commercially savvy Senior Brand Manager whos excited by fast growth, fast thinking, and fast snacking. If you love owning big brand decisions and seeing your ideas land on shelves — this is your role. What Youll Lead &

A reputable secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a Head of Drama to lead their thriving department. This role involves driving the strategic vision and leading curriculum development while providing support to the Drama team.

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