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SAP Account Manager - Permanent Desk Linksap is a specialist IT recruitment business operating within the international SAP ecosystem. Since our inception in 2015, we have grown to 40 employees and successfully placed over 3,000 consultants with 300+ clients across Europe, the Americas, and MENA. With 2–3 new placements made daily across our contract and permanent divisions, we are recognised as a leading SAP recruitment partner. In 2024, after reaching £40m revenue, Linksap was acquired by Oxford Global Resources, creating new opportunities for our people to grow alongside a highly successful global organisation. The Opportunity: Due to continued growth and increasing demand across our international client base, we are looking to hire ambitious SAP Account Managers for our Permanent SAP Staffing Division. This is a 180 role with a focus on business development and account management, offering genuine ownership, autonomy, and the chance to build long-term relationships with clients across a highly lucrative global market. Our permanent recruitment team is a smaller, high-growth practice within a highly established SAP recruitment business. Already fully operational with an established client pool, you would step into a warm desk with high potential clients and have the support of a dedicated team of recruiters focused on delivering candidates. The permanent division has been identified as a strategic investment area, with a refreshed approach and significant potential to scale through Linksap’s existing client relationships. Key Responsibilities: • Build and nurture long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted recruitment partner., • Proactively generate new business opportunities and grow existing client accounts., • Engage with major organisations to qualify their permanent staffing requirements and manage them effectively in close collaboration with our specialist candidate resourcing team., • Own the client-facing recruitment process from CV submission through to offer management., • Negotiate commercial terms alongside senior leadership and business support teams., • Build a strong understanding of client organisations, hiring strategies, and the wider SAP talent market. Your Skillset: A background in recruitment, B2B sales, account management or in another client-facing commercial environment would be an advantage; however we are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds and do not require previous recruitment experience. What matters most is attitude, drive, and the willingness to develop new skills. You are likely to be successful if you: • Are highly motivated by performance, progression, and earning potential., • Enjoy building long-term professional relationships., • Take ownership of outcomes and have a strong sense of accountability., • Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that rewards initiative and commitment., • Are resilient, organised, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment., • Are coachable and keen to develop a career within a proven recruitment framework., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must, as is a decent standard of computer literacy (Outlook, Word, Excel, and ability to learn a new CRM system). Package and Benefits: • Competitive base salary plus a highly rewarding, uncapped commission scheme., • Potential for quarterly base salary increases through our ‘Performing Quarter’ scheme, rewarding consistent target achievement., • Private health insurance and company laptop., • Regular incentives, team events, annual Christmas party, and sales prizes that reward high achievers., • Yearly ‘President’s Club’ trip - previous destinations were Barcelona, Dubai, Berlin, Madrid, Ibiza, Valencia, Miami, and Mexico. Why Join Linksap? • A tested and proven training and development framework, with structured 1-to-1 coaching from senior leadership to support long-term success., • Be part of an established business with a strong reputation, established client relationships, and a proven delivery record., • Exposure to a true global leader through our parent company (Oxford Global Resources) with decades of experience and a true industry-expert senior leadership., • Genuine ownership and autonomy, with contributions clearly recognised and rewarded., • Work alongside high-achievers, including multiple £1m billers and an expert team with over 150 years of combined SAP recruitment experience., • Modern 4,000 sq. ft. office with onsite parking, break-out areas, a pool table, and onsite gym & restaurant facilities., • Mature and well-organised CRM system and a modern tech-stack to facilitate success., • Strong record of internal promotion and progression with clear growth pathways as the permanent recruitment division continues to scale. Other Details: • Smart-casual dress code., • In-office work based in our Hemel Hempstead HQ (hybrid working is an option for proven colleagues)., • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you’re looking to develop a long-term career in recruitment within a supportive, high-performance environment, we’d welcome your application.

This is an exciting time to join us, as Optoma Europe drives growth in the UK. This role is critical to driving development and growth within the UK region. You will work closely with the Regional Head to execute a channel-focused growth strategy, managing and strengthening our partner community. Key Responsibilities • Accelerate Partner Expansion: Build and grow the partner channel in the South by identifying and onboarding new partners, embedding the Optoma Partner Programme, and fostering loyalty within the existing network., • Deliver Predictable Growth Through Process Excellence: Embed robust CRM practices to maintain an accurate, transparent pipeline and work with the team to convert opportunities into revenue, achieving and exceeding targets., • Visual Solutions Expansion: Engage with exciting and potential partners to drive growth on the full products offering, including Projection, LED and Large Screen Displays and software platform., • Channel Enablement: Work collaboratively with distribution channel partners to optimise indirect partner engagement., • Brand Ambassador: Representing Optoma’s values and solutions to inspire trust, strengthen partnerships, and drive sustainable sales growth, • Collaboration: Serve as a key team planner, partnering with the Regional Head to align strategies and coordinate resources, while collaborating across functions to foster open communication and deliver seamless execution of sales initiatives and shared goals

CTS Project Executive Company & Role Description Founded in 2002, Tanner Pharma Group is a specialty service provider in the biopharmaceutical industry focused on improving patient access to medicines on a global basis. Tanner Pharma offers its biopharmaceutical partners a portfolio of four distinct service offerings that span the product lifecycle from clinical development to commercialization. With its global headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina and offices in the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Ireland, Tanner Pharma is in a phase of rapid growth. The Project Executive is responsible for ensuring success and completion of CTS projects, supporting the Project Manager, liaising with customers and suppliers to guarantee complete satisfaction. To support our Clinical Trial Services (CTS) department using solid project management and key account management skills to successfully see a project through to completion and to achieve Clinical Trial Supply (CT) group sales target (AOP). Role Accountabilities Expected Responsibilities for the CTS Project Executive are: Customer Account and Sales Operation Management • Provide proactive communication and excellent customer service to build and nurture client loyalty, trust, and satisfaction., • Working with the Project Managers and Snr Director to ensure the accurate and successful delivery of CTS projects against agreed KPIs and timeframes., • Prompt effective response time for internal and external communication., • Effective handling of all sales activities from order enquiry through to shipment., • Resolve queries and complaints in accordance with TPG SOPS or inform PM and Snr CTS Director in a timely manner., • Liaise with vendors to elevate competitive advantage through value and sourcing solutions., • Develop and maintain CTS Vendor database., • Liaise with customers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of projects., • Ensure all Customer records and Trackers are accurate and up to date with all CT projects and related information., • Maintain all documents used to aid internal communication and reporting are accurate and up to date., • Ensure all logistical aspects of project delivery are communicated in a timely and accurate manner with the necessary department., • Ensure compliance and traceability opposite product integrity throughout the procurement/project supply chain., • Ensure all license documentation and QA related activities are in place and being managed opposite CT orders and project delivery., • Ensure any risks identified are escalated to the PM and Senior Director in a timely manner., • Work within current quality, regulatory and Company requirements., • Work closely with the finance team to ensure that all financial aspects of project delivery are communicated in a timely and accurate manner., • Work closely with all departments within the organization., • Understand and work within the constraints of customs, import and export regulations for global shipping and complete necessary shipping documents. Desired Candidate Profile & Capabilities Required: • Local to the St Albans area and able to travel into the office (located in Redbourn), • Bachelors or equivalent experience., • Have the right to work in the UK., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English., • Familiarity with project management tools, Microsoft Teams etc., • Ability to work as an individual contributor in a Results-Focused work environment., • Customer Orientation: The ability to demonstrate concern for satisfying one’s external and/or internal customers., • Problem-solving: Able to handle difficult or unexpected situations in the workplace as well as complex business challenges., • Results Orientation: The ability to focus on the desired result of one’s own or one’s unit’s work, setting challenging goals, focusing effort on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them., • Communication: Able to communicate in a clear, appropriate, effective, and efficient manner in various situations., • Project Management: Able to effectively coordinate a project from start to finish; using effective communication, interpersonal skills, and organization to complete projects within defined parameters and timelines. Compensation & Benefits • Salary £35,000 plus commission, • Pension scheme, • Private health insurance, • Attractive performance incentive plan, • Vacation, Volunteer and paid sick leave Tanner Pharma Group’s Core Values: Everything we do at Tanner Pharma Group is dictated by our values. We take them very seriously, and we're proud of this unwavering commitment. Check out view our core values and learn more about our company. Candidates may be required to organize reference calls upon request. Confidentiality will be respected. Additionally, Pre-employment drug and background screening will be required. Tanner Pharma Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Shop Manager Job reference: REQ004505 Fixed term for 9 months Starting full-time salary £23,581.58 a year (£12.96 per hour). St Albans AL1 3HL Make a real difference to the lives of disabled people Would you like to work at the heart of your local community? Are you able to inspire a team of brilliant volunteers? Do you have retail experience and are looking for the next step in your career? If you answered yes to these then we have the perfect opportunity for you. The role Fixed term for 9 months, full time, 35 hours a week Scope's St Albans shop - 49 The Maltings, St Albans AL1 3HL As Temporary Shop Manager of Scope’s St Albans shop, you’ll have the autonomy to run the shop with creativity and flair. Every day is different In this role, you’ll lead a team of paid colleagues and volunteers, offering clear guidance, encouragement, and development. Using your experience and management skills, you’ll help grow sales while making sure every customer and donor enjoys a welcoming and inclusive shop experience. In this role you will: · Ensure shop sales performance is maximised, actively seeking ways to improve the shop’s performance on a continuous basis. · Manage all aspects of stock collection and preparation; ensuring that stock processing levels are sufficient to achieve required shop floor density, encouraging stock donations at all times. Also support our online selling with identifying suitable items and listing on online selling platforms · Recruit, manage and develop paid colleagues and volunteers within Scope’s HR and operational policies and procedures and build a strong team · Work collaboratively with the Assistant Shop Manager About you As Shop Manager you’ll be passionate about retail and have a love of fashion with experience of running a shop, or you’ll be looking for a management role as the next step in your career. To be successful in this role, you will : · Previous experience as either a Retail Shop Manager, Assistant Manager, or a Supervisor looking to step up, ideally in retail or charity shops. · Commercially aware and able to spot opportunities · Be able to lead and support people · Customer-focused, with a can-do attitude · A team player with strong work ethic · Accurate and detail-oriented · IT literate and numeracy skills Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds. We also ask you to share how you support Scope’s values and contribute to our goal of creating a fair and equal future for disabled people. About working in our shops Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch of superstars. Focusing on sustainable fashion, engaging with local communities and leading our volunteers to deliver a great colleague and customer experience, we raise much needed funds to deliver an Equal Future for disabled people and their families. Shop hours Scope shops are open every day. Some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed. Full-time: 35 hours per week, five days out of seven Part-time: Weekly hours on a seven-day rota Additional Information In line with UK legislation, we are only able to accept applications from individuals aged 18 or over. This is because the role may involve working alone in the shop without other staff present. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Scope is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Anonymised applications We use an anonymised shortlisting process as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. All advertised vacancies require a CV and the completion of a short application form. Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency. Our promise to disabled people We are proud to be a charity that stands for disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, condition, or access need. We want our team to reflect the communities we serve. As a Disability Confident Leader, we promise to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential requirements for the job. To do this, tick the box in your application to say you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme (this used to be called the Guaranteed Interview Scheme). If you need any changes or support during the recruitment process, please email us via our website. Important to know You must meet all the essential requirements listed in the job description. If lots of people apply, we may need to limit interviews to a fair number of disabled applicants who best meet the criteria. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion EDI is a priority at Scope. We welcome applications from people of colour and other underrepresented communities. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels they belong, treating all with dignity and respect. As a disability equality charity, accessibility and inclusion come first. We listen, learn and continuously improve. Scope benefits We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including: · 35 days annual leave · flexible working (where we can) · company pension · excellent training and career development · strong colleague networks across disability, LGBTQ+, race equality, carers, women and young colleagues · Wellbeing incentives like a discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and much more One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. How to apply Please visit our website via the link and apply online. Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Application closing date: 12/01/2026

Are you an experienced leader in homelessness or housing? We’re seeking a Head of Homeless Services to drive innovation, support our team, and shape the future of our vital Restart service. About Resolve Resolve supports people facing some of the most difficult challenges in life, substance misuse and homelessness. Our aim is to help individuals move towards stability and independence, building safe, positive and sustainable lives. We deliver this through two main services. Our Restart Homeless and Rough Sleeping service provides targeted rough sleeping outreach, supported accommodation for 14 tenants and long-term guidance to help people to move forward and avoid returning to homelessness. In addition our Drug and Alcohol Treatment service, based in Welwyn Garden City and Letchworth, provides abstinence-focused, psychosocial support for people seeking recovery. We are entering an exciting period of growth, with a refreshed brand and website, and a passionate team driving innovation across our services. We have a new strategic plan which looks to expand services, guided by our values of Trust, Passion, Partnership and Respect, to reach and help more people. With the Government’s National Plan to End Homelessness and Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council’s new Homeless and Rough Sleeping Strategy, this is a great moment to join Resolve and help shape the future of homelessness and rough sleeper support in our community. Purpose of the Role The Head of Homeless Services will lead, develop and deliver all aspects of Resolve’s Restart service. You will oversee rough sleeping outreach, accommodation and intensive one-to-one support, ensuring people move towards secure housing and improved wellbeing. This is both a strategic and hands-on role. You will inspire a dedicated team, drive service innovation, and strengthen partnerships across the sector, while ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and compliance. Above all, you will play a key role in shaping the future of Resolve and making a lasting difference for people experiencing homelessness and substance misuse. Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (salary conditional on pending salary review) Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (with regular travel across Welwyn Hatfield Borough and occasional travel to Letchworth) Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (including a 30 minute per day paid break) Holiday: 36 days annual leave including bank holidays Contract Type: Permanent Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Key Responsibilities • Service Leadership & Delivery, • Team Management & Development, • Organisational Leadership, • Monitoring, Evaluation & Compliance, • Proven experience in the homelessness or housing sector., • Confident in engaging with vulnerable individuals, including those in crisis., • Significant team and people management experience., • Excellent communication skills – verbal, written and interpersonal., • Strong organisational and IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Teams and case management systems., • A values-driven approach and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. This is more than a management role – it’s an opportunity to make a real and lasting difference. You will: • Lead a passionate team at a time of growth and renewal., • Shape and develop innovative homelessness and rough sleeping services., • Flexible working options to support a healthy work / life balance., • An informal, friendly and supportive workplace culture., • Access to professional clinical supervision and support, helping you develop and maintain resilience in a challenging and meaningful role., • Free on-site parking or costs reimbursed., • Enhanced 36 days annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays).

Are you truly driven to own and grow national accounts — not just manage them — and can you prove it through measurable commercial impact? Do you have the strategic mindset and resilience to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver growth even in a competitive, fast-moving category? Can you confidently turn category, market and customer insight into actionable plans that transform opportunity into long-term profitable partnerships? MB are partnering with a market leading beverage business, looking for a NAM. This is a perm role based in St Albans. A highly commercial and strategic role, partnering with key stakeholders to drive forward a total hot beverage solution across the UK & Ireland. The mission is to deliver consistent year-on-year growth by developing strong customer relationships, maximising opportunities across all revenue streams, and expanding distribution for products, equipment and services. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, manage and develop strategic relationships across a portfolio of national customers, building strong networks to expand sales of hot beverages and complementary products while driving equipment opportunities and service delivery in existing markets., • Deliver volume and profit targets across all revenue streams by understanding scorecard performance and P&L drivers, while continuously assessing risk and opportunity., • Proactively manage customer performance dashboards, equipment scorecards and maintenance contracts to optimise equipment sales and ensure a first-class customer experience., • Design compelling Account Plans and lead Joint Business Plans for hot beverages and equipment solutions at central and regional level, utilising cross-functional support to implement initiatives. Conduct regular internal and external commercial reviews., • Collaborate closely with sales, production, quality, operations, technical and marketing teams to support customer growth initiatives., • Work confidently with Finance to understand market dynamics—including raw material impacts and currency fluctuations—to develop effective pricing strategies and recommendations across hot beverages and equipment., • Maintain a broad knowledge of key product ranges and equipment propositions, articulating commercial and operational value to customers., • Monitor competitor activity, market developments and category trends to support informed sales planning and strategy. What We're Looking For: • • An ambitious, results-driven sales professional with proven experience in Out-of-Home (OOH) environments., • Track record of national account management and new business development., • Strategic mindset with the ability to leverage insights and commercial tools to meet and exceed targets., • Confident in analysing consumer and category data, market trends and customer requirements to identify growth opportunities., • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously., • Capable of leading cross-functional teams and influencing both internal and external stakeholders., • Innovative, resourceful and solutions-orientated when facing challenges., • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present strategies effectively at all levels., • Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment., • High energy, enthusiasm and a proactive “can-do” attitude., • Degree/MBA in business, sales, marketing or engineering (desirable). Salary: £50k plus car allowance. For more information, please contact Alice Redmond.

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As Temporary Shop Manager of Scopes St Albans shop, youll have the autonomy to run the shop with creativity and flair. Every day is different Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. In this role, youll lead a team of paid colleagues and volunteers, offering clear guidance, encouragement, and development. Using your experience and management skills, youll help xrnqpay grow sales while making sure every customer and donor enjoys a welcoming and in...

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Key Tasks · Agree with the GM and internal sales team manager, the key / development accounts and agree a strategy to obtain and secure the business. Role – Internal Account Manager Location – St Albans Salary & Benefits– Very competitive negotiable salary, bonus structur

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and welcoming Primary School in Hatfield.This is a temporary position, and will provide invaluable experience in supporting the development of young learners, whilst supporting the bu

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Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with over 25 offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers with 4 years PQE + to join our consultancy. Why choose us? • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%., • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work., • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities., • PII cover up to £20 million., • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms., • Free calls through our app., • Immediate access to our accreditations., • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems., • Access to business development., • Dedicated liaison team., • Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom , then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS We have more avenues for professionals wanting to be office-based, working as part of a team or have different qualification levels!

Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with over 25 offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers who have expertise in residential or commercial property in the private and/or public sectors with 4 years PQE + to join our consultancy Why choose us? • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%., • Referral of larger and established clients, • Immediate access to our accreditations and lender panels, • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work., • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities., • PII cover up to £20 million., • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms., • Free calls through our app., • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems., • Access to business development., • Dedicated liaison team., • Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS If you have less than 4 years experience you may be able to join us as a fee earning consultant, contact us for more details.

Join a dynamic global transformation initiative, contributing to a large-scale, complex change program within a multinational organization. Job description • Provide essential administrative, coordination, and organizational support to ensure the efficient operation of a global change program., • Maintain and update critical program documentation, including plans, logs, trackers, and reports, ensuring accuracy and accessibility., • Produce and meticulously manage Excel spreadsheets for action logs, RAID logs, schedules, and financial tracking., • Prepare and format professional Word documents, presentations, and comprehensive meeting packs., • Schedule and expertly coordinate meetings, workshops, and governance forums, ensuring seamless execution., • Capture key actions, decisions, and risks from meetings, diligently ensuring follow-up and resolution., • Translate high-level direction into clear, actionable task lists, driving project momentum., • Track progress against actions, proactively chasing updates to maintain project timelines., • Serve as a key point of contact between program team members, vendors, and stakeholders, fostering effective communication. We're looking for you, if:You possess strong organizational and time-management skills with an unwavering attention to detail. • You are proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, with a proven track record of using trackers, logs, and structured documents., • You have clear and confident interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage effectively with various stakeholders., • You can quickly understand direction and proactively ask clarifying questions to ensure alignment., • You are skilled at transforming verbal or written requests into clear, structured, and actionable tasks., • You are comfortable operating effectively in a fast-paced, complex program environment., • You have experience supporting project or program teams, ideally in PMO or administrative roles., • You are proactive, reliable, and demonstrate a consistent "can-do" attitude., • You are methodical and well-organized in your approach to work., • A competitive basic salary of £28k, with OTE taking your total package up to £32k in year one, • An opportunity to be an integral part of a high-profile global transformation., • Gain invaluable exposure to large-scale program delivery within a multinational setting., • Contribute to significant global change initiatives and make a tangible impact., • Develop your career within a dynamic and supportive team environment., • Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to progress and innovation., • Receive guidance and support to enhance your professional development., • Microsoft Excel & Word proficiency, • Project administration support, • Professional knowledge, • Project Management support Pareto is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from all, irrespective of background or circumstance. Our consultants are happy to discuss any adjustments you require in support of your application.

Assistant Facilities Manager - Head Office, Hemel Hempstead 🌹 Full Time | £38,000 per annum | 37.5 hours per week Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm Hybrid role: Support Office & site-based across the portfolio At B&M Care, great care starts with great people. For over 50 years, our family-run group has built award-winning care homes defined by Commitment, Connection and Compassion our Three C’s. B&M Care develops, constructs and operates specialist residential and dementia care homes. We strive for outstanding in our care delivery and we apply that same standard to the environments we create: safe, compliant, comfortable and homely places where residents feel secure and supported. We’re now looking for an Assistant Facilities Manager to join our Facilities Team, supporting the Facilities Manager across a diverse portfolio of 28 care homes and 18 tenanted properties located across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and North London. Your Benefits 🌹 • Competitive salary of £38,000 per annum, • Full-time, permanent position, • Flexible, supportive working environment, • Opportunity for progression within a growing organisation, • Ongoing professional development and support, • Pension scheme, • Holiday entitlement, • Statutory benefits, • Working for a values-led organisation focused on quality, safety and wellbeing Your Role at B&M Care 🌹 This is a varied, hands-on role ensuring the smooth operation of hard and soft facilities services across care homes and tenanted properties. You’ll be part office-based from our Support Office in Hemel Hempstead and part site-based, helping oversee active works, maintenance and compliance. Working closely with the Facilities Manager, you’ll help ensure high standards of safety, regulatory compliance, environmental performance and operational efficiency, supporting homes to deliver outstanding care environments. ,Main Responsibilities 🌹 • Support day-to-day facilities operations across the portfolio, • Assist in managing maintenance, repairs and servicing activities, • Help coordinate resources to ensure timely resolution of issues, • Assist with facilities-related projects across multiple sites, • Help manage contractors and local works, • Support negotiation and management of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), • Assist with Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) contracts, • Support compliance with health & safety, statutory and environmental regulations, • Ensure properties meet required safety and compliance standards, • Contribute to maintaining safe, secure environments for residents, staff and visitors, • Raise purchase orders and maintain accurate records, • Support reporting, documentation and general facilities administration, • Assist with tracking compliance, servicing and maintenance schedules, • Liaise with care home teams, contractors and senior management, • Support effective communication to ensure repairs and servicing are coordinated efficiently🌹 Essentials • Previous experience in a facilities or related role, • Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Understanding of building trades and multi-disciplinary coordination, • Ability to prioritise workloads and remain calm under pressure, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, • Willingness to undertake a DBS check, • Flexibility in working hours and mobility across sites, • Alignment with B&M Care’s values of Commitment, Connection and Compassion Desirable • IWFM qualification(s), • Experience supporting facilities projects or multi-site environments, • People management experience If you’re an organised, proactive facilities professional who enjoys variety, responsibility and making a real impact on the environments where people live and work, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the B&M Care family – where great care truly starts with great people.

.NET Developer - Fastest Growing Social Media Firm – St Albans, Hertfordshire (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Azure DevOps, Agile, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Multithreading, RESTful, ML.NET, Azure AI, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our client is on a quest to transform how people discover, view and share content by combining the beauty and ease of print with the power of social media. Their key management team comprises of former top performers from Google, Apple, MSFT, NetFlix, Yahoo, Facebook, BBC Worldwide and Sony. Having raised over £300 million from well respected investors they have recently opened new offices in the UK and are on the lookout for the very best .NET Developer. .NET Developer applicants should be experienced in: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. You should have a strong grasp of object orientated (OO) development principles. Our client can provide you with industry recognized training in: .NET 10.0, C# 14, Azure DevOps, Agile, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Multithreading, RESTful, ML.NET, Azure AI, Bootstrap and MongoDB. Our client has a flat organization, which means that they believe great ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. From the beginning they’ve been uncompromising in creating a culture that inspires great work and values the health and balanced lives of their staff. If you are as excited as they are about building the first social magazine and transforming the social media experience, then apply without delay! Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK / Remote Working Salary: £70,000 - £105,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETREC NOIRUKREC NC/SB/STALET

Senior Scientist - Electrochemical Sensors Harpenden Permanent Full-Time A leading innovation-driven organisation in the water technology sector is seeking a Senior Scientist to join its product development team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge biosensor technologies for detecting contaminants in drinking water, including PFAS (“forever chemicals”), emerging contaminants, and arsenic. Key Responsibilities: • Design, modify, and characterize electrochemical sensors in a laboratory setting., • Plan and execute research activities in collaboration with project managers and partners., • Develop and apply techniques for data collection and analysis., • Ensure the validity and reliability of experimental data., • Maintain accurate records of research findings., • Manage project subcontractors and collaborate with external partners., • Travel for meetings, field trials, and project progress reviews as required., • Prepare progress reports and contribute to scientific publications and patent applications., • Undertake administrative tasks related to the project., • Ensure compliance with organizational policies and maintain equipment safety. Qualifications: • PhD (or equivalent) in electrochemical sensors, biosensors, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Experience & Skills: • Proven experience in the development, design, fabrication, and characterisation of electrochemical sensors., • Strong background in academic or industrial research environments., • Experience with electrochemistry instrumentation and aptamers is advantageous., • Familiarity with enzyme or aptamer-based biosensors, enzyme kinetics, and advanced electrochemical techniques is desirable., • Ability to conduct literature reviews, analyse experimental data, and develop new concepts., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritize work independently. Ready to make a real impact in water technology? Apply now by attaching your CV in Word or contact Paige Keenan () for further information about this new role.

Are you truly driven to own and grow national accounts — not just manage them — and can you prove it through measurable commercial impact? Do you have the strategic mindset and resilience to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver growth even in a competitive, fast-moving category? Can you confidently turn category, market and customer insight into actionable plans that transform opportunity into long-term profitable partnerships? MB are partnering with a market leading beverage business, looking for a NAM. This is a perm role based in St Albans. A highly commercial and strategic role, partnering with key stakeholders to drive forward a total hot beverage solution across the UK & Ireland. The mission is to deliver consistent year-on-year growth by developing strong customer relationships, maximising opportunities across all revenue streams, and expanding distribution for products, equipment and services. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, manage and develop strategic relationships across a portfolio of national customers, building strong networks to expand sales of hot beverages and complementary products while driving equipment opportunities and service delivery in existing markets., • Deliver volume and profit targets across all revenue streams by understanding scorecard performance and P&L drivers, while continuously assessing risk and opportunity., • Proactively manage customer performance dashboards, equipment scorecards and maintenance contracts to optimise equipment sales and ensure a first-class customer experience., • Design compelling Account Plans and lead Joint Business Plans for hot beverages and equipment solutions at central and regional level, utilising cross-functional support to implement initiatives. Conduct regular internal and external commercial reviews., • Collaborate closely with sales, production, quality, operations, technical and marketing teams to support customer growth initiatives., • Work confidently with Finance to understand market dynamics—including raw material impacts and currency fluctuations—to develop effective pricing strategies and recommendations across hot beverages and equipment., • Maintain a broad knowledge of key product ranges and equipment propositions, articulating commercial and operational value to customers., • Monitor competitor activity, market developments and category trends to support informed sales planning and strategy. What We're Looking For: • • An ambitious, results-driven sales professional with proven experience in Out-of-Home (OOH) environments., • Track record of national account management and new business development., • Strategic mindset with the ability to leverage insights and commercial tools to meet and exceed targets., • Confident in analysing consumer and category data, market trends and customer requirements to identify growth opportunities., • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously., • Capable of leading cross-functional teams and influencing both internal and external stakeholders., • Innovative, resourceful and solutions-orientated when facing challenges., • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present strategies effectively at all levels., • Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment., • High energy, enthusiasm and a proactive “can-do” attitude., • Degree/MBA in business, sales, marketing or engineering (desirable). Salary: £50k plus car allowance. For more information, please contact Alice Redmond.

Purpose: Responsible for defining and delivering the Society’s mortgage product strategy, managing the full lifecycle of residential and Buy to Let products to ensure they meet member needs, remain competitive, and comply with regulatory requirements. The role involves collaborating across the business to develop and enhance mortgage propositions aligned with the Society’s objectives and Consumer Duty principles, while providing expert insight into market trends, customer needs, and regulatory changes. Key Responsibilities: · You will be responsible for defining mortgage product strategy, managing the product lifecycle and working with cross functional teams to launch and improve mortgage products · New product development should be in line with the Society’s overall business objectives, risk appetite and mutual ethos · You will oversee the product from conception to launch and beyond, including gathering customer feedback and analysing trends · You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of our residential and Buy to Let mortgage products and proposition, ensuring they meet the needs of our members, remain competitive and deliver commercial targets, while adhering to regulatory requirements · Ensure all mortgage propositions align with the principles of the FCA’s Consumer Duty, delivering good outcomes for members · You will work proactively with the Commercial Director to prepare governance papers, approval papers and MI packs · Staying informed about mortgage market conditions, competitor offerings and customer needs to identify opportunities for new mortgage products · Contribute to regulatory change projects, ensuring the mortgage portfolio remains compliant · There is an expectation for you to act as the subject matter expert for mortgages and build key relationships across the business, namely, Operations & Underwriting, Compliance, Finance, Credit Risk, IT, Marketing, Intermediaries and our Executive team Knowledge, skill and qualification requirements: · Experience in the Financial Services sector is essential · Proven experience in a Product Management or Proposition Management role within the UK mortgage industry is essential · Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, market trends and financial performance metrics · Experience within a Building Society or Mutual organisation is highly desirable · Excellent understanding of the end-to-end mortgage lifecycle and current regulatory landscape (e.g., Consumer Duty, MCOB). · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · Comprehensive understanding of the Microsoft suite of IT software (Excel, PowerPoint, etc) · Applicants with CeMAP are welcome to apply although this is not a mandatory qualification · Applicants with PRINCE2 qualifications are welcome to apply although this is not a mandatory qualification · This is a full-time role working on a hybrid basis with the expectation of attending the Harpenden office twice weekly

Sourcing / Delivery Recruitment Consultant St Albans - The Maltings £25,750-£32,500 (experience dependent) + commission and amazing benefits Understanding Recruitment is an award winning specialist technology recruitment agency based in the ancient city of St Albans. We are currently going through an exciting time of growth and are looking for talented and ambitious Sourcing Consultants to join our high performing teams! In the role of Sourcing Consultant you will be given extensive training and development from our internal L&D team, external industry professionals as well as peer-to-peer mentoring to allow you to excel in your recruitment career. You will work closely with our ever expanding client base, supporting them through the sourcing of top tech talent to meet their hiring needs, so you can truly make a difference in the growth and success of these businesses. If you are hardworking, ambitious and eager to begin or expand on an exciting career in IT recruitment then this could be the perfect role for you! How will your hard work be rewarded? • Competitive salary and commission structure., • Unlimited holiday after 2 years or Lead Promo., • Fitness First gym membership., • Michelin star lunches., • International trips., • Clear development and progression routes., • Regular team and company socials., • Plus an amazing company culture and supportive team environment! We're also an employee owned business! This means that our workforce now owns the majority share of the company which in turn means we get to benefit from the long-term profit and growth of the business! What could this mean for you? • The opportunity to be part of a business that puts its employees at the heart of everything they do!, • A direct share in the future profits of the business!, • Life-changing six - seven figure payouts!, • An enhanced business and team culture!

Senior Technical Manager (Timber Frame). Residential Development | Hatfield. I’m working exclusively with a residential developer to appoint a Senior Technical Manager. This is an opportunity to take a leading role within the technical function, working across a significant and expanding pipeline of residential schemes. The business has a strong track record in delivering high-quality homes, with a particular focus on timber frame construction. This role will sit at the centre of the development and construction process, acting as the day-to-day senior technical lead, working closely with construction leadership and supporting the long-term evolution toward a Head of Technical position. The Role As Senior Technical Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring developments are technically robust, buildable, and ready for delivery, from planning through to construction. Key responsibilities include: • Leading technical delivery across multiple residential schemes from planning through construction., • Reviewing drawings and technical information to identify key risks, constraints, and delivery impacts., • Coordinating consultant teams and ensuring outputs align with programme and construction strategy., • Producing clear technical reports that highlight “need-to-know” items for construction and senior leadership., • Managing utilities and infrastructure readiness, including water, power, drainage, and highways interfaces., • Supporting construction teams with timber frame sequencing and on-site delivery., • Acting as a key interface between planning, engineering, and construction functions. What They’re Looking For • Technical experience within a residential housebuilder or developer., • Strong understanding of timber frame construction and sequencing requirements., • Ability to balance technical detail with programme and delivery pressures., • Confident communicator, comfortable collaborating with construction counterparts on a daily basis., • Ambitious, with the potential to step into Head of Technical responsibility over time. Why This Opportunity? This is a rare chance to join a developer at a key stage of growth, offering: • A substantial and long-term residential pipeline., • The opportunity to shape and lead the technical function as it matures., • A clear progression pathway toward Head of Technical., • Exposure to timber frame delivery at scale within a growing organisation. Contact Dan Petrie, Principal Consultant 07487 795148

This is an On-Site role in our St Albans, UK location. About Us: Team Beans/Forever Collectibles, LLC (FOCO) is a worldwide leading manufacturer of sports and entertainment merchandise, including products ranging from collectibles and novelty items to promotional memorabilia. With all the major sports licenses at our fingertips, along with a powerful infrastructure and broad variety of products, our company is reaching new heights every day. The success of FOCO’s expansion is directly related to our ability to bring fresh designs and manufacturing techniques to categories in need of innovation. We are constantly searching for dedicated and driven professionals to join and help grow our team! Job Summary: We are seeking an passionate sports fan and motivated Onsite Customer Service Representative to join the FOCO team and provide an unforgettable experience for all our customers. In this role, you will provide outstanding support to fans around the world, ensuring their inquiries and issues are resolved promptly and effectively. Your ability to connect with customers and represent our brand values will play a crucial role in maintaining our reputation for excellence. Key Responsibilities: • Customer Support: Assist customers with inquiries via chat, email, and phone, addressing questions about products, orders, and policies via Zendesk and ensure tickets are answered on-time and with excellent customer service., • Problem Resolution: Handle customer complaints and issues with empathy, working to resolve them swiftly and efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction., • Product Knowledge: Maintain a strong understanding of our product line to provide accurate information and recommendations to customers., • Order Management: Process orders, returns, and exchanges in a timely manner, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and communicated to the customer., • Feedback Collection: Gather customer feedback to help improve our services and product offerings and communicate insights to the management team., • Team Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as sales and logistics, to ensure a seamless customer experience., • Brand Representation: Uphold the company’s values and mission in every customer interaction, promoting a positive and professional image of the brand. Qualifications: • 2+ years of customer service experience, • Experience with Zendesk and Shopify is REQUIRED., • High school diploma or equivalent, • Fluency in English, • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously., • Proficient in using customer service software and Microsoft Office Suite., • Passion for sports and a good understanding of our product offerings is a plus., • Must be able to pass a background check., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays., • Show up for work!, • Come on time and be committed to be your best. What We Offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Opportunity to work in a vibrant, sports-focused environment., • Climate Controlled office setting., • Career growth and development opportunities., • Employee discounts on our products., • A supportive team culture that values collaboration and innovation. Tryouts are open at FOCO! Our team is passionate, talented, unified, and charged with creating the fan experience of tomorrow. The ball is in your court now.

Spencer Richardson are proud to be supporting a leading name in the UK construction industry. People are at the heart of everything they do, and now they’re looking for an Operator Recruiter to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone proactive, organised, and driven to make a real impact in a fast-paced recruitment environment. Role Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end recruitment and induction for plant operators, • Build strong relationships with internal teams and external personnel, • Work closely with managers and project teams to ensure smooth deployment, • Implement workforce planning strategies to meet project demands, • Handle inbound and outbound calls with site personnel and clients, • Deliver excellent customer service and manage expectations, • Maintain accurate records using internal systems and apps, • Ensure GDPR compliance when handling confidential information, • Resolve operational challenges proactively, • Support key accounts including HS2 and regional recruitment needs What you'll bring: The ideal candidate will bring passion, drive, and strong communication skills. You’ll need to be confident managing multiple priorities and comfortable working with high volumes • Independent and proactive with initiative, • Strong communicator across phone, email, and in-person, • Resilient under pressure with attention to detail, • Results-driven and focused on team targets, • Decisive and organised with excellent time management, • Tech-savvy with Microsoft Excel and data entry systems, • Recruitment or document control experience is desirable What you’ll get in return: • A role with purpose and opportunity to make an impact, • Collaborative environment with inclusivity at its core, • Learning and development opportunities plus a £250 ‘Love to Learn’ voucher each year, • Volunteer Day to support a cause you care about, • Subsidised gym membership (50% contribution, subject to criteria), • Generous holiday allowance: 25 days + bank holidays, • Enhanced family leave for maternity and paternity, • Wellbeing support programmes for mental health, • Regular team socials and events For a confidential chat or some more information, reach out to

Geobear is a global ground improvement contractor committed to managing assets in the built environment, enhancing people's quality of life, and contributing to the decarbonisation of our planet. We provide non-disruptive geotechnical ground improvement solutions and operate in the UK, Ireland, Finland, Sweden, Poland, the Baltic States, China, UAE, and the United States. We are looking for an experienced Transport Manager to be based in our Hatfield Office. General Overview As the Transport and Depots manager, you will have responsibility for the management of all the vehicles, maintenance of equipment and the depots throughout the UK & Ireland. You will manage the fitters to ensure they are able to maintain the vehicles and the equipment on the vehicles to the standards as laid out in the Statutory Document for Transport Managers, and ensure all the depots are maintained in accordance with HSE and Statutory guidelines. You will be responsible for ensuring all operators of company vehicles are legally compliant and safe to be driving as per the company driving policy. You will liaise with the contracts managers, supervisory technicians and the operations team to ensure compliance with HSE and DOT standards are upheld. You will be responsible for the production of weekly & monthly management reporting on the status of the depots and the vehicle maintenance. Key Responsibilities • Main business contact for all queries relating to vehicles, maintenance, depot management and transport management, • Manage the fitters to ensure they are in the right place at the right time to be able to support the fleet maintenance requirements and that company procedures are adhered to, • Control stock levels for maintenance materials, • The management of UK & Ireland depots, • Regularly monitor safety standards at the depot and reports to the SHEQ Director any concerns, • Attend weekly scheduling meetings to advise on vehicle usage and transportation issues., • Responsibility of maintenance of all injection equipment and tools Experience • Fleet management, • Experience of managing drivers, and teams of people, • Experience of warehouse/depot management, • Transport & Driver management of high volume operation., • Management and compliance of vehicle fleets.., • Experience of managing drivers to the Working Time Directive, to include scheduling, • Experience of using automated Tachometers and vehicle management IT systems., • Experience of managing transportation budgets Qualifications • Transport Manager CPC, • Full Car and Motorcycle Licence, • HGV Class C Licence, • Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck Licence, Reach Fork Lift Truck Licence, • First Aider Personal attributes We are looking for a person who operates with high integrity, is resilient and takes ownership of their objectives. This person should be a self-starter, knowledgeable, highly organized, dynamic and flexible in their approach and should be of a strong character and have the ability to challenge performance and be challenged. This role will require the candidate to be highly proactive and be able to manage change within the operations team. Hands-on individual who is used to working in a fast paced changing environment. Someone who can work under pressure, solve problems and is a good team player. Ability to manage the fitters where necessary and liaise with senior management as needed. Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits, • Ongoing training and development, • Abundant career opportunities and progression paths available, • Joining a successful and growing organisation

Head of Construction (Timber Frame). Residential Development | Hatfield. Package to attract the very best. I’m working exclusively with a residential developer to appoint a Head of Construction. This is an opportunity to take ownership of construction delivery across a significant and expanding pipeline of residential schemes. The business has a strong track record in delivering high-quality homes and is now scaling its delivery platform, with a strategic focus on timber frame construction. Backed by long-term investment, the company is moving from a founder-led delivery model to a more structured senior leadership team. This role will sit at the top of the construction function and act as the senior operational lead for build delivery, working closely with the Managing Director. The Role As Head of Construction, you’ll have end-to-end responsibility for construction delivery across multiple live and forthcoming residential developments. Key responsibilities include: • Leading construction delivery from groundworks through timber frame erection to completion., • Building, managing, and developing site teams, including the recruitment of timber-frame-experienced Site Managers., • Owning programme, sequencing, and site performance across a multi-site portfolio., • Working closely with Technical, Commercial, and Sales teams to ensure coordinated delivery., • Signing off tender lists and supporting cost control and value engineering., • Ensuring sites are fully prepared for construction, including utilities, access, and logistics., • Embedding quality, sustainability, and programme discipline across all schemes. What They’re Looking For • Senior construction experience within a residential housebuilder or developer., • Strong exposure to timber frame residential construction., • Background as a Contracts Manager, Construction Manager, or Construction Director ready for a broader leadership role., • Proven ability to manage multiple sites and teams simultaneously., • Commercially aware, delivery-focused, and comfortable operating in a growing business environment. Why This Opportunity? This is a rare chance to join a developer at a pivotal stage of growth, with: • A substantial long-term pipeline of residential development sites., • Clear ambition to scale delivery capability and professionalise construction operations., • A clear pathway toward Director-level responsibility as the business continues to expand. Contact Dan Petrie, Principal Consultant 07487 795148

Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and experienced software engineer to develop and optimise Vulkan drivers and related software components for our GPU platform. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with the Vulkan standard and delivering high performance across a range of workloads. Key Responsibilities • Design, implement, and maintain Vulkan drivers tailored to our custom GPU architecture, • Ensure full conformance with the Vulkan API and optimise performance across varied use cases, • Develop shader compilers and runtime components within the Vulkan software stack, • Optimise both graphics and compute pipelines for a vector core-based architecture, • Work closely with hardware engineers to inform and influence architectural decisions, • Investigate and resolve driver-related issues across multiple applications and environments, • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in graphics driver development, • Strong understanding of the Vulkan API and modern graphics programming techniques, • Proven experience with GPU architectures and low-level driver implementation, • Solid grasp of graphics and compute pipeline concepts, • Experience working with LLVM-based compiler technologies (desirable), • Familiarity with open-source hardware architectures (desirable)

Project and Contracts Coordinator: Are you looking to build a career within a Global Company with opportunities for growth and development? Do you want to join a company that that is making a difference? Office Location: Travellers Lane, Hatfield, AL10 8XB with Hybrid Working About us: We, the Mitsubishi Electric Group, contribute to the realisation of a vibrant and sustainable society through continuous technological innovation and ceaseless creativity. "Changes for the Better" represents the Mitsubishi Electric Group’s attitude to "always strive to achieve something better", as we continue to change and grow. Each one of us shares a strong will and passion to continuously aim for change, reinforcing our commitment to creating "an even better tomorrow" Role summary: As Project & Contracts Coordinator you will be responsible for providing administration support for the implementation and delivery of projects across our estate portfolio. You will be supporting the Facilities Manager and wider team by taking responsibility for implementing and maintaining a strong commercial contract management support function. Skills/Responsibilities: • Provide contract support using legal, financial, and business knowledge necessary to mitigate risk, • Ownership of and conducting full review of existing contracts / agreements, • Active role in the negotiation of Facilities contracts / agreements including Project related requirements requiring close liaison with Facilities Project Manager, • Support for tender preparation - standard and competitive tenders including preparation of Project handover documentation In return for your commitment, we will offer you some fantastic benefits: • Generous annual leave allowance - 25 days per year, plus bank holidays increasing by one day with each year of service until 27 days per year., • Flexible Working - we offer a range of flexible working options that include working from home or hybrid working., • Pension., • Life Assurance., • Private Medical, Dental Insurance and a Cash Plan Scheme - Single cover funded by Mitsubishi., • Access to Mitsubishi’s very own discount platform., • Colleague Referral Scheme., • Holiday Buy., • Long Service Awards., • Cycle to Work Scheme., • Sports & Social Club (Recent events such as theatre trips, Ascot, Paintball, The Darts), • Employee Assistance Programme including additional services Eldercare & Best Doctors. Equality and Diversity: As the business environment around Mitsubishi Electric Group is rapidly changing, providing a workplace where employees can work to their full potential regardless of gender or age is essential to business development.

About the Role The UK’s leading provider of adult short break experiences, Warner Hotels is a collection of unique properties in great locations across the UK. All short breaks at a Warner Hotel include breakfast, dinner and specified entertainment and activities, ensuring guests make the most of their time away. Situated in stunning locations nationwide including Heythrop Park in the Cotswolds, Studley Castle in Warwickshire, Thoresby Hall in Nottinghamshire and The Runnymede on Thames, each hotel offers its own personal character that makes every Warner Hotels stay unique. At Warner Hotels, we’re looking for an E‑Learning Designer to create engaging, accessible digital learning that helps our teams deliver exceptional guest experiences. Guided by our values — being Guest Hearted, embracing Limitless Thinking, Owning Our Impact, and Winning as One — you’ll design content that inspires, develops, and supports our people in the flow of work. This role is responsible for designing digital content that supports on-boarding, job skills, and leadership development, while ensuring alignment with our brand and learning strategy. Working closely with L&D partners and subject matter experts, they will contribute to both digital and blended learning solutions, including face-to-face learning support and digital systems for tracking and reporting. This role combines creativity, technical skill, and a learner-first mindset to drive continuous development across our teams. What you’ll do: Design & Development • Design interactive e‑learning content (e-learning modules, videos, info-graphics, interactive PDFs, etc.) for onboarding, job skills, and leadership development, which align with business needs and learning objectives., • Translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging, and learner-friendly formats using instructional design principles and storytelling techniques., • Support blended learning journeys by designing digital pre-work, post-session reinforcement, and assets that complement face-to-face learning experiences. Tool Proficiency & Content Creation • Use a range of authoring tools (e.g., Elucidat, Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) to create visually appealing and pedagogically sound content., • Ensure all content is inclusive, accessible, mobile-friendly, and aligned with brand guidelines and tone of voice. Content Management & Maintenance • Maintain and update digital learning assets to ensure content remains current, relevant, and consistent across platforms., • Collaborate with the Talent Partner to manage content within the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring it is well-structured and aligned with learning pathways. Collaboration & Co-Creation • Collaborate with L&D partners and subject matter experts to translate operational needs into effective digital and blended learning. Knowledge & Skills: • Strong understanding of digital learning design principles and adult learning theory., • knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital content management., • Understanding inclusive design practices., • Proficient in digital authoring tools. For example; Elucidat, Articulate Storyline, Rise, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite., • Familiarity with the structure and operations of L&D functions, particularly within hospitality or service-led environments., • Awareness of broader business functions (e.g. operations, HR, compliance) to ensure learning content aligns with business needs., • Strong planning and project management skills to deliver multiple learning projects on time and to a high standard., • Ability to analyse learning data and user feedback to improve content and learner experience., • Creative problem-solver with a learner-first mindset and attention to detail., • Operationally focused with the ability to support strategic L&D initiatives. Experience / Education / Qualification: • Experience in designing and delivering digital learning content in a corporate or hospitality setting., • Experience working with or within L&D teams, ideally across multiple sites or functions., • Formal qualifications in instructional design, digital learning, or a related field are desirable but not essential., • An interest and understanding of videography would be an advantage, for editing and story-boarding to support the guest experience indirectly., • Exposure to external learning trends, tools, and platforms to bring innovation into the role. Why join us: You’ll be part of a supportive team that values creativity, collaboration, and growth. We offer a flexible hybrid working approach, with opportunities to travel across our hotel portfolio and connect at our Hemel Hempstead hub. Here, your ideas will shape learning experiences that make a lasting difference for our people and our guests

Role | Commercial Property Solicitor Experience | 3–8 years PQE Based | St Albans Offer | £50,000 – £75,000 per annum We are working with a well-established and highly regarded firm who are seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor to join their growing property team. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering high-quality work and a supportive, professional environment. The role will see you handling a broad range of commercial property matters, with the opportunity to take ownership of files while working closely with experienced colleagues. The firm places a strong emphasis on quality over volume, client relationships, and long-term development. The firm offers a competitive salary package and clear progression opportunities within a friendly and approachable team. Flexible or hybrid working arrangements may be available depending on experience. Typical duties would include: • Acting on commercial property acquisitions and disposals, • Advising on landlord and tenant matters, including leases and renewals, • Managing property due diligence and reporting, • Liaising with clients, agents, lenders, and other professionals, • Running files from instruction through to completion, ensuring excellent client care The successful candidate will be: • Qualified as a solicitor with 3–8 years PQE in commercial property, • Confident managing a caseload independently with minimal supervision, • Organised, detail-orientated, and commercially aware, • A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team If this role looks like the new challenge that you are looking for, please apply via the advert or contact Calum at Eclectic Recruitment. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

Head of Estates & Facilities Competitive salary plus excellent benefits Harpenden, Hertfordshire Rothamsted Research is creating a new leadership role - Head of Estates and Facilities for our renowned Harpenden Campus. Rothamsted Research is a world-leading agricultural research institute with a proud history of innovation and impact. Our Harpenden campus is home to cutting-edge science and commercial activities, supported by a diverse estate that includes laboratories, farm land, offices, historic properties, residential accommodation, and extensive grounds. We are committed to sustainability, compliance, and delivering exceptional service to all users of our facilities. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Head of Estates and Facilities leads the management and development of our Harpenden campus and associated facilities, including those at our Broom’s Barn site. Rothamsted also has a site at North Wyke in Devon and the postholder will be expected to work closely with the Head of Estate Operations there. As the most senior estates professional in the organisation, the role provides leadership across estates operations, strategy, and compliance, ensuring our facilities meet the needs of staff, students, tenants, and visitors. The role has a broad remit spanning master planning, capital development, hard and soft FM services, property and space management and sustainability across a 400-hectare research campus. We are looking for an accomplished estates and facilities professional with a proven ability to lead diverse services across a complex, multi-building environment, ideally in a campus-type setting. You will bring strong operational expertise in managing day-to-day estates functions, whilst also having the capacity to shape estates strategy and drive property and space utilisation. A track record of leading change and performance improvement initiatives across estates operations is essential. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills are essential for success in this exciting role, together with the credibility to operate at a senior level and the energy to inspire high-performing teams. The role offers a superb career progression opportunity for an ambitious estates professional to shape the future of a historic and innovative research campus.Learn more about the role, organisation and application process via the candidate brochure here: Head of Estates and Facilities MRG are supporting Rothamsted Research with this recruitment campaign. To arrange a confidential briefing discussion with our advisors Ben Duffill and Michael Hewlett at MRG please contact Sally Brockway at . Applications should consist of a CV and covering letter and should be sent to . Closing date for applications is 26th January 2026.

Are you an experienced Inventory Planner with a strong SAP background, looking to deepen your impact within a fast-paced FMCG or retail environment? This is an opportunity to join a well-established consumer goods business, supporting inventory accuracy, availability, and reporting across a high-volume, multi-SKU operation. The Company A highly respected consumer goods organisation operating across the UK and international markets, this business is known for its strong brand portfolio, robust supply chain infrastructure, and commitment to continuous improvement. With a collaborative and commercially minded culture, the company offers long-term development opportunities within supply chain and operations. The Role Sitting within the Supply Chain function, the Inventory Planner will play a critical role in managing stock integrity and availability, with a particular focus on SAP-driven planning, reconciliation, and performance reporting. You’ll work closely with Operations, Demand Planning, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure inventory accuracy while balancing service level and working capital targets. This role is well suited to someone coming from an FMCG or retail background, comfortable working with complex data, tight timelines, and high stock turnover. Key Responsibilities • Manage inventory levels across multiple SKUs and locations using SAP, ensuring availability and service targets are consistently met., • Own inventory reconciliation processes, including cycle counts, stock adjustments, variance investigation, and month-end close support., • Produce and maintain inventory reports and dashboards, tracking KPIs such as stock cover, availability, slow-moving and obsolete stock., • Work closely with Demand Planning to align forecasts, promotions, and replenishment plans., • Support purchase order planning and stock movements in line with lead times, capacity, and operational constraints., • Partner with Operations and Finance to resolve discrepancies and improve stock accuracy., • Identify risks and opportunities within inventory performance, recommending corrective actions where required., • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across SAP processes, data accuracy, and reporting standards. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience in an Inventory Planner / Inventory Coordinator / Stock Analyst role within FMCG or retail., • Strong SAP experience (MM, APO, or similar modules highly desirable)., • Solid experience with inventory reconciliation, reporting, and variance analysis., • Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)., • Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing competing priorities., • Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Interested? Click “Apply” or email your CV to The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Electrical CAD Designer Department: Engineering Location : Hemel Hempstead (working 2-3 days from the office) Join Our Team at BPA: Officially Where it’s a Great Place to Work! At BPA, we’re proud to be jointly owned by BP and Shell - two of the world’s leading oil majors - which gives us the strength and stability of industry giants. Yet, with a close-knit team of around 180 professionals across the UK, we maintain a genuinely friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment. Our size means every individual is valued, and we work together as one team -sharing knowledge, supporting each other, and celebrating our successes collectively. This whole-team focus allows us to deliver industry-leading hydrocarbon transport and storage solutions, while providing the personal touch that only a united team can offer! Our People: What sets BPA apart is our people. We are committed to the development and growth of everyone in our team. Our leadership are invested in ongoing training, professional qualifications, and mentoring to help staff reach their full potential. For example, we offer regular technical training, support for gaining industry-recognised certifications, and opportunities to take on new responsibilities or lead projects. By encouraging continuous learning and providing clear pathways for progression, we ensure that everyone can enjoy a rewarding career and, together, deliver outstanding technical advice and services to our clients. What's the Job About? We are seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to join our Drawing Office team, producing accurate and compliant engineering documentation for multidisciplinary projects in line with BPA standards and industry best practices. What You'll Be Doing: • Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams and panel layouts. This includes LV and HV single-line diagrams, starter circuits for various pump types, cable block diagrams, cable schedules, cable routing layouts, and termination schedules., • Design power distribution, lighting systems, control panels and circuit layouts using AutoCAD., • Review and interpret drawing requirements from Project Engineers to align with project objectives., • Create preliminary sketches, flow sheets, layouts, material take-offs, schedules, and detailed drawings with supporting documentation., • Verify design criteria and prepare detailed, accurate designs including sizing requirements and essential information for drawings., • Conduct site visits, take precise measurements, and perform surveys to support design accuracy., • Estimate working hours for drawing production and manage time effectively to stay within project budgets., • Maintain and update Site Master drawings post-project, ensuring accurate records of site surveys., • Deliver finished designs in line with industry standards, latest electrical design codes, and best practice., • Critically review engineers’ designs, applying expertise and safety considerations to optimize solutions. What You’ll Need: • Demonstrated experience preparing accurate electrical drawings and design documentation, ideally for oil, gas, or related industries such as water, nuclear., • Proven ability to produce:, • LV and HV single-line diagrams, • Starter circuits for different pump types, • Cable block diagrams and cable schedules, • Cable routing and termination schedules, • Designs compliant with the latest electrical design codes and standards (e.g., BS7671, IEC standards), • Skilled in CAD software, ideally AutoCAD, Vault, 3D Plant, and Point Cloud, to produce high-quality technical drawings., • Confident user of MS Word and Excel to support project documentation and reporting., • Knowledgeable in site surveying, data collection techniques, and comfortable working with Ordnance Survey maps., • Full, valid UK driving licence for site visits and project travel. Salary- £36,000-£42,000 Benefits: • Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your professional growth, • Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% minimum employee), • Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary) with an extra 6% possible for standout performance – that’s 18%!, • Life insurance (4x annual salary), • 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays plus the ability to buy/sell holidays, • Family friendly policies from day 1 of employment, • An award winning Private Medical Insurance scheme with additional perks, • Employee assistance support scheme, • Various well-being initiatives Join us and become a vital part of a team, Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365! Diversity & Inclusion We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Interviews will resume in early January.

Sourcing / Delivery Recruitment Consultant St Albans - The Maltings £25,750-£32,500 (experience dependent) + commission and amazing benefits Understanding Recruitment is an award winning specialist technology recruitment agency based in the ancient city of St Albans. We are currently going through an exciting time of growth and are looking for talented and ambitious Sourcing Consultants to join our high performing teams! In the role of Sourcing Consultant you will be given extensive training and development from our internal L&D team, external industry professionals as well as peer-to-peer mentoring to allow you to excel in your recruitment career. You will work closely with our ever expanding client base, supporting them through the sourcing of top tech talent to meet their hiring needs, so you can truly make a difference in the growth and success of these businesses. If you are hardworking, ambitious and eager to begin or expand on an exciting career in IT recruitment then this could be the perfect role for you! How will your hard work be rewarded? • Competitive salary and commission structure., • Unlimited holiday., • Fitness First gym membership., • Michelin star lunches., • International trips., • Clear development and progression routes., • Flexible working options., • Regular team and company socials., • Plus an amazing company culture and supportive team environment! We're also an employee owned business! This means that our workforce now owns the majority share of the company which in turn means we get to benefit from the long-term profit and growth of the business! What could this mean for you? • The opportunity to be part of a business that puts its employees at the heart of everything they do!, • A direct share in the future profits of the business!, • Life-changing six - seven figure payouts!, • An enhanced business and team culture!

Job Description: Workplace Consultant Job Title Workplace Consultant — Corporate Department Sales Location St Albans – JPA HQ Reporting to Head of Sales and Marketing Working Hours 09:00 – 17:30, Monday – Friday Remote / Field Working • 3 days per week onsite with clients, • Monday is office-based at HQ., • One additional flex day (office or home), excluding Mondays. Company Overview JPA Workspaces designs and delivers sustainable workplace solutions for some of the UK’s most ambitious businesses. Whether it’s a fast-growth fintech, a creative media group, a global consultancy, Higer education institution or the NHS we help clients create agile, attractive environments that reflect their brand, support hybrid working and perform commercially. Backed by 50 years of trading experience, our corporate offer blends design insight, operational excellence and ESG leadership into one seamless, strategic service. Our job is to make our clients’ spaces work harder — for people, for planet, and for performance. Role Focus This role is all about reactivating and maximising the value of corporate accounts — a mix of high-potential but underperforming clients, lapsed contacts, previously successful accounts that have stalled and new business. Your mission is to: Deliver Gross Profit target – Can be achieved in several ways • Re-engage – Audit each account, understand what’s worked (and what hasn’t), rebuild contact with key decision-makers, and reposition JPA as a strategic partner., • Re-energise – Identify fresh opportunities within each client — from minor reconfigurations to major refits — and put JPA front and centre for upcoming workplace projects., • Reposition – Lead with insight, not just product. Use our sustainable credentials, design capability and client-first mindset to open doors and elevate conversations beyond price and procurement., • Revive and Grow – Take each account on a journey — from low or no engagement to active, high-trust relationships delivering consistent gross profit., • Open New – Through prospecting and working leads passed you will work solutions through to close and then open the accounts for further spend. This is about working qualified opportunities, working smart — deepening client relationships, spotting latent potential, and making strategic account management your superpower. Key Objectives • Hit 100% of agreed gross-profit target (see KPI document)., • Engage all stakeholders relevant to workplace strategy —C-suite influencers., • Build, manage and execute tailored growth plans for each assigned account., • Deliver consistent touchpoints across your portfolio — including check-ins, reviews and pipeline planning sessions., • Increase volume and value of workplace opportunities through strategic account development. Operational Excellence You’ll work cross-functionally to deliver outstanding client experiences: • End-to-end sales responsibility – manage bd, sales process, build a pipeline and closing to deliver target, • Sales Support & Design – Provide clear briefs, written deliverables, timelines and agreed formats, • Client Services & Project Ops – Align on delivery dates, aftercare, and ongoing support Macro Responsibilities • Daily sales activity – calling, outreach and meetings, • Account Planning – Own and execute strategic growth plans across named accounts, • Performance Reporting – Monthly pipeline and activity reporting; quarterly territory SWOT, • Client Engagement – Run quarterly satisfaction reviews and feed results into continuous improvement, • CRM & Forecasting – Maintain high data hygiene in HubSpot; ensure follow-ups are actioned within 24 hours, • Continuous Improvement – Share client feedback and market intel with the team to refine offers and positioning Your Skills & Competencies Your Soft Skills • Skilled communicator who can navigate commercial and creative conversations with ease, • Curious, empathetic and commercially aware, • Organised and reliable, with a high sense of personal ownership, • HubSpot or CRM power-user with strong admin discipline, • Experience in interpreting client spend data and growth patterns, • Awareness of key trends in workplace design, sustainability and hybrid working, • Familiarity with the procurement landscape in private sector organisations, • At least 4 years sales experience it doesnt need to be in contract furniture but does need to be solution selling. Your Career Development • Clear pathway to Senior Workplace Consultant based on performance, impact, and leadership, • Ongoing CPD across sustainability, workplace consultancy and strategic account development Salary is £40 - £45k depending on experience

Sourcing / Delivery Recruitment Consultant St Albans - The Maltings £25,750-£32,500 (experience dependent) + commission and amazing benefits Understanding Recruitment is an award winning specialist technology recruitment agency based in the ancient city of St Albans. We are currently going through an exciting time of growth and are looking for talented and ambitious Sourcing Consultants to join our high performing teams! In the role of Sourcing Consultant you will be given extensive training and development from our internal L&D team, external industry professionals as well as peer-to-peer mentoring to allow you to excel in your recruitment career. You will work closely with our ever expanding client base, supporting them through the sourcing of top tech talent to meet their hiring needs, so you can truly make a difference in the growth and success of these businesses. If you are hardworking, ambitious and eager to begin or expand on an exciting career in IT recruitment then this could be the perfect role for you! How will your hard work be rewarded? • Competitive salary and commission structure., • Unlimited holiday., • Fitness First gym membership., • Michelin star lunches., • International trips., • Clear development and progression routes., • Flexible working options., • Regular team and company socials., • Plus an amazing company culture and supportive team environment! We're also an employee owned business! This means that our workforce now owns the majority share of the company which in turn means we get to benefit from the long-term profit and growth of the business! What could this mean for you? • The opportunity to be part of a business that puts its employees at the heart of everything they do!, • A direct share in the future profits of the business!, • Life-changing six - seven figure payouts!, • An enhanced business and team culture!

An established and growing software organisation is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join its expanding HR function. The business develops customer-centric software solutions used by thousands of organisations globally and has a long track record of innovation, stability, and growth. This role sits at the centre of a dynamic HR team and offers broad exposure across the full HR lifecycle, with a strong focus on compensation and benefits. It is well suited to a proactive HR professional who enjoys taking ownership, working across multiple HR disciplines, and contributing to meaningful people initiatives in a fast-moving environment. The position offers excellent scope to develop expertise, influence HR practices, and progress long-term within the organisation. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements - must be based in a commutable distance to Southampton or Hemel, • Comprehensive benefits package, • Clear career progression and development opportunities, • Exposure to a broad, end-to-end HR role in a growing organisation, • Supportive, collaborative culture with a strong focus on learning and continuous improvement What You Need • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline, • Minimum of 3 years’ progressive HR experience, with demonstrable exposure to compensation and benefits, • Strong understanding of compensation frameworks, salary benchmarking, and benefits administration, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting Knowledge & Skills • Solid understanding of employment legislation and HR compliance, • Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to research, analyse information, and present clear, practical insights, • Comfortable working across multiple HR workstreams simultaneously O.K. I'm in what's next? Apply with your latest CV below

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