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Are you passionate about creating advertising that not only informs but also transforms lives within the healthcare sector? At Havas Lynx, a global advertising agency at the forefront of healthcare communications, we combine unmatched creativity, extensive expertise, and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare field. Our communications resonate deeply with audiences and adhere to the highest standards of healthcare advertising. Committed to driving meaningful change—a change built on a foundation of rich experience, inspired by innovation, and confirmed through our proven track record—we work in close partnership with healthcare professionals, patients, carers, and leading pharmaceutical brands to navigate the complex challenges of today's healthcare landscape. Our approach blends strategic insights and deep scientific acumen with cutting-edge creativity and digital innovation, crafting campaigns and solutions that significantly improve people's lives. We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 UK’s top healthcare and innovation agency at Cannes, where we’ve earned 2 Silver Lions, 1 Bronze Lion, and 6 shortlists - a testament to our creative excellence and impact. Our work has also been honoured with Gold and Silver at the Clio Health Awards, and we’ve taken home 5 coveted D&AD Pencils, celebrating our commitment to craft and innovation. We’re a team of over 400+ people in Manchester and London, with a history spanning over 35 years and an ever-evolving future. You can get a feel for the #LYNXLife through our YouTube #LYNXLife playlist, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Everything this company achieves—every life it saves, every penny it makes, every policy it changes, every award it wins—is down to everyone who works here. Please note that this role is based in Manchester, and our current hybrid working arrangement requires office attendance on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Summary of our role As a Creative Director at Havas Lynx, you are responsible for thinking of insightful and effective conceptual ideas, whilst overseeing and producing impactful and original work which impresses and surpasses the need. You will excel across a broad range of media, whilst pro-actively furthering you and your team’s skills across all areas. You will be a mentor to all Creatives in your team, helping them to fulfil their potential. You will apply your vast experience in guiding projects, taking overall responsibility for them and ensuring all work created by you and your team is of high quality. You will work closely with Strategy to shape big ideas and with Client Services to build strong client relationships, demonstrating an ability to passionately present and sell ideas. What you can expect to be doing: • Creative Leadership & Expertise – Lead the team with expert understanding of client needs, ensuring creative work exceeds expectations across various media., • Concept Development & Execution – Originate, guide, and refine conceptual ideas, taking full responsibility for the quality and effectiveness of creative output., • Client Engagement & Business Growth – Build strong client relationships, lead meetings, sell ideas effectively, and identify opportunities for new business., • Industry Excellence & Innovation – Maintain high creative standards, track trends, and develop award-winning work through research, refinement, and execution., • Project & Resource Management – Oversee team workload, ensure appropriate resource allocation, and maintain financial awareness to align creativity with budget constraints., • Team Development & Recruitment – Mentor, delegate, and support career growth, actively participating in performance reviews and hiring processes., • Cross-Department Collaboration – Work with senior leadership, client services, and strategy teams to ensure creative solutions are innovative, effective, and aligned with agency goals., • Positive Work Environment – Foster a culture of creativity, inclusivity, and ambition, encouraging collaboration and professional development within the team., • Industry Knowledge & Learning – Stay informed about industry advancements, share insights internally and externally, and ensure the team engages in relevant training., • Self-Development & Emotional Intelligence – Pursue personal growth, set and achieve development goals, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to uplift both yourself and the team. This role could be a great fit for you if: • You thrive in creative leadership – You can develop, refine, and execute compelling ideas while maintaining high creative standards., • You excel at leading and mentoring teams – You enjoy guiding talent, delegating effectively, and fostering a collaborative environment., • You have experience working on global campaigns - You understand the nuances of international markets and can deliver impactful work at scale., • You are multilingual - You can communicate effectively across languages, enhancing collaboration and campaign reach., • You have served on high-profile creative awards juries in the past three years (Cannes, D&AD, LIA’s, One Show, or Clio’s), - You bring a critical, respected perspective from your experience judging top-tier creative work., • You have a proven track record of recent creative award wins - Your portfolio includes work that has been recognised by respected industry bodies., • You have strong client engagement skills – You can confidently present ideas, build relationships, and challenge briefs to push creative boundaries., • You stay ahead of industry trends – You have a keen eye for market insights, award-winning work, and emerging creative innovations., • You balance creativity with business needs – You understand budgets, identify new opportunities, and contribute to business growth., • You collaborate across disciplines – You work effectively with strategy, client services, and leadership teams to ensure creative excellence., • You are committed to growth and development – You seek continuous learning, mentor others, and contribute to a positive, ambitious culture., • You have experience working with Generative AI tools and data, along with AI certifications from platforms such as Coursera, Section AI, or LinkedIn Learning What you can expect from us A supportive and challenging environment in which you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact that matters. We put a huge investment into #LYNXLife and our #LXAcademy internal programmes. It’s a unique initiative that aims to reward hard work, reduce pressures, and ensure that we can all enjoy our time at Lynx. Our strategy is to build capabilities internally and inspire the best talent, so we can continue to deliver on our mission. You can also expect a whole host of benefits, including: • Hybrid Working – 3 days in the office (flexible working options are available for in-office days), • Starting holiday allowance of 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with increasing allowance connected to length of service, • Option to buy, carry or sell holidays, • Early Friday finish throughout the year, • Seasonal working hours, • Enhanced family leave, pay and return to work benefit scheme, • Extensive L&D support, • Sabbatical opportunities, • Season ticket interest free loans for travel, • Cycle to work scheme, • Life insurance (4x salary), • Company pension scheme, • Fully compensated company events, • Volunteer days, • Wellbeing programme including sports clubs, discounted gym memberships, free onsite flu vaccinations, extended lunch breaks on Wellness Wednesdays and much more, • +Medicash healthcare benefit, • 24/7 access to a free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Programme Get in touch to find out how we can make an impact that matters together.

Are you passionate about creating advertising that not only informs but also transforms lives within the healthcare sector? At Havas Lynx, a global advertising agency at the forefront of healthcare communications, we combine unmatched creativity, extensive expertise, and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare field. Our communications resonate deeply with audiences and adhere to the highest standards of healthcare advertising. Committed to driving meaningful change—a change built on a foundation of rich experience, inspired by innovation, and confirmed through our proven track record—we work in close partnership with healthcare professionals, patients, carers, and leading pharmaceutical brands to navigate the complex challenges of today's healthcare landscape. Our approach blends strategic insights and deep scientific acumen with cutting-edge creativity and digital innovation, crafting campaigns and solutions that significantly improve people's lives. We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 UK’s top healthcare and innovation agency at Cannes, where we’ve earned 2 Silver Lions, 1 Bronze Lion, and 6 shortlists - a testament to our creative excellence and impact. Our work has also been honoured with Gold and Silver at the Clio Health Awards, and we’ve taken home 5 coveted D&AD Pencils, celebrating our commitment to craft and innovation. We’re a team of over 400+ people in Manchester and London, with a history spanning over 35 years and an ever-evolving future. You can get a feel for the #LYNXLife through our YouTube #LYNXLife playlist, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Everything this company achieves—every life it saves, every penny it makes, every policy it changes, every award it wins—is down to everyone who works here. Summary of our role We’re on the lookout for a Senior Art Director to join our award-winning creative team. You’ll be responsible for delivering bold, intelligent, and visually compelling work that not only meets but exceeds client expectations. You’ll play a key role in shaping creative direction, mentoring junior talent, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare communications. What you can expect to be doing: • Leading the visual direction of multi-format campaigns across print, digital, and social platforms., • Collaborating with copywriters and strategists to develop original, insight-driven concepts., • Managing your own projects and accounts, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery within budget., • Providing creative direction during shoots and production, working closely with external partners., • Mentoring junior creatives and supporting their development through feedback and guidance., • Presenting ideas confidently to clients and internal teams, backed by strong storytelling and rationale., • Staying ahead of industry trends and proactively applying new thinking to your work., • Championing effectiveness and helping turn great work into award-winning submissions This role could be a great fit for you if: • You’re a visual storyteller with an award-winning portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking and craft excellence., • You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are comfortable leading projects from ideation to execution., • You have a deep understanding of design principles, typography, UX/UI, and visual communication., • You’re passionate about mentoring others and fostering a positive, creative culture., • You’re commercially aware, strategically minded, and always looking for ways to elevate the work., • You’re curious, open to feedback, and committed to continuous learning and improvement., • Ideally, you have experience working with Generative AI tools and data, along with AI certifications from platforms such as Coursera, Section AI, or LinkedIn Learning What you can expect from us A supportive and challenging environment in which you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact that matters. We put a huge investment into #LYNXLife and our #LXAcademy internal programmes. It’s a unique initiative that aims to reward hard work, reduce pressures, and ensure that we can all enjoy our time at Lynx. Our strategy is to build capabilities internally and inspire the best talent, so we can continue to deliver on our mission. You can also expect a whole host of benefits, including: • Hybrid Working – 3 days in the office (flexible working options are available for in-office days), • Starting holiday allowance of 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with increasing allowance connected to length of service, • Option to buy, carry or sell holidays, • Early Friday finish throughout the year, • Seasonal working hours, • Enhanced family leave, pay and return to work benefit scheme, • Extensive L&D support, • Sabbatical opportunities, • Season ticket interest free loans for travel, • Cycle to work scheme, • Life insurance (4x salary), • Company pension scheme, • Fully compensated company events, • Volunteer days, • Wellbeing programme including sports clubs, discounted gym memberships, free onsite flu vaccinations, extended lunch breaks on Wellness Wednesdays and much more, • +Medicash healthcare benefit, • 24/7 access to a free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Programme Get in touch to find out how we can make an impact that matters together.

Global Procurement Manager - Technology | £75,000 to £85,000 | 15% bonus | 10% matched pension | Healthcare | + many more benefits | c 2 to 4 times a month in the office - Office based in: London A brand new role working for a well-respected Financial Services business, who are adding to the team an IT Category Manager, reporting into the Head of IT Procurement to take ownership of the IT category, supporting on large complex and strategic projects, whilst still looking for the best commercial value. This role requires a candidate with extensive IT Category Management, who regularly manage CTO/CIO level stakeholders and have proven experience of doing this. Due to joining in the midst of a big transformation, with a technology focus you will need to be able to work at pace, multiple projects at once and manage your time whilst things can be slightly manic. Role and responsibilities: • Create IT strategy through to the delivery and performance including year on year annualised savings, • Develop group wide category plans and strategies to ensure alignment for the group, leveraging suppliers to support local offices, • Support the development of global category strategies to a clear and prioritised pipeline of sourcing projects, • Engage, manage and influence senior stakeholders from Director to Board level to ensure buy-in, utilising strong market knowledge, • Build relationships with key stakeholders to ensure a rounded knowledge of a suppliers performance, • Monitor supplier risk and performance through reporting tools and business feedback, • Be a Procurement role model by living company values, consistently delivering to the high standards expected, promoting procurement through relationships, • On top over delivering strategic projects, ensure the business is getting the best service in line with cost efficiency Experience and requirements: • Deep technical category experience within Technology, covering a wide range of sub-categories, • Previous experience working on complex global projects, dealing with Tier 1 suppliers of significant values, • Confident in engaging and influencing senior level stakeholders, and across various regions, • A highly strategic mindset when approaching procurement, suppliers and business needs, • Will have a track record of IT category management, effecting change and continuous improvement through implementation of innovative category strategies, • Excellent communications skills when dealing with contacts in different cultures and countries, • Able to adapt in a very fast paced, continuously changing environment, • MCIPS qualified, nice to have but not essential

Role: Project Manager Location: Manchester – Hybrid The Escode Division Escode, a global leader in software escrow solutions and part of NCC Group, is dedicated to protecting businesses from unforeseen disruptions. We ensure that business-critical software applications and source code are safe, secure, and always available. As a trusted intermediary for some of the world’s best-known brands, we safeguard access to vital code and digital assets, ensuring business continuity and the protection of software investments. With over 40 years of experience, Escode pioneered the software escrow category in 1988, recognizing the growing technology dependence of businesses and the need for a safety mechanism. We are proud to set industry standards and shape its direction, providing unparalleled expertise and reliability. Learn more about Escode: Take a look at our website here to learn more about Escode: ___ The Opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced project manager to lead a portfolio of projects within Escode globally. They will need to lead on projects from requirements definition through deployment, establish and manage a project plan, manage project budgets and report anomalies on a regular basis, work collaboratively with the business in terms of delivery including change management. Where necessary they will need to coordinate internal and external resources including negotiating with and managing vendors, as well as ensuring projects remain within scope and budget and/or where necessary managing the change control process. The role will involve project analysis and when necessary, adapt scope, timelines and costs to ensure the projects adhere to the defined requirements. It is essential they establish and maintain relationships with the appropriate stakeholders and provide day-to-day contact on project status and changes. Key Accountabilities: Project Planning and Execution - • Determining and defining project scope and objectives working with a broad cross section of stakeholders from across the Escode business working collaboratively with the Escode Business Partner., • Develop and own a detailed project plan, in conjunction with the project team. Present in a consumable for to effectively manage stakeholders., • Build a project aligned budget based on scope of work and resource requirements, identifying risks, and appropriate contingency as required., • Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects., • Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget. Stakeholder Management - • Ensure there is clear sponsorship in place for projects accountable for, supported by an appropriate governance forum to ensure that project health is monitored, and that the necessary support is in place to enable project success., • Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors., • Manage vendor and supplier contracts associated with the delivery of a project, ensuring the appropriate governance is followed, and planned in the successful delivery of a project., • Work with key stakeholders to identify the benefits of change and put in place a review process to capture benefit realisation post project delivery. Resource Management - • Define project tasks and resource requirements., • Estimate/forecast all the resources required and associated workloads to meet the project objectives. Where required work with the business team to ensure there is alignment of business resources. Risk, Issue and Dependency Management - • Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies., • Monitor project risks regularly and update risk management plans as needed., • Manage project issues to minimise their impact., • Manage project dependencies and ensure they do not impact the delivery of key project milestones. Monitoring and Reporting - • Own and track project costs to meet budget, ensuring there is a regular forecast update, and report on any unexpected deviation from budget., • Provide project status updates on a weekly basis to the Escode IT Director, PMO and various key stakeholders on progress to date, highlighting key risks and issues with mitigation plans and actions., • Manage any change to the project through an appropriate project governance forum. Minimum Requirements: • Proven experience in Project Management, • Proven experience of delivering similar projects in similar organisations., • Worked with different methodologies to support delivery either waterfall or agile based., • Excellent understanding of full project lifecycle and methodologies, • Experience of working within a structured project management framework, • Delivery of application, development, and business change based projects., • Experience of dealing with all stakeholder groups up to and including C-Suite, • Excellent customer, and internal communications skills Desirable Requirements: • Ideally degree qualified, or equivalent., • Exposure to the delivery of infrastructure-based projects., • Specific technologies including Salesforce, and Workday., • Ideally PMP/Prince 2 qualified Behaviours: • Focusing on Clients and Customers, • Being Inclusive and Respectful, • Enabling Performance, • Delivers Brilliantly, • Always Learning About your application We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles. If you do not want us to retain your details, please email . All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy. We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage. Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement.

Associate Director - Infrastructure Location: Manchester (with travel across the North West and Yorkshire) The Role This position offers an opportunity to lead on the delivery of major, public sector-funded highway infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on pre-contract project management. Based in Manchester, you'll join a growing regional team delivering projects across the North West and Yorkshire, working closely with clients, consultant teams, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. You'll take responsibility for programme and budget management, lead multidisciplinary teams, and support senior colleagues in developing new opportunities and managing key client relationships. Key Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of complex infrastructure schemes, particularly during pre-contract phases, • Manage budgets, programmes, and associated project controls, • Coordinate large consultant teams, including development of briefs and oversight of delivery, • Liaise with public sector clients, statutory stakeholders, and regulatory bodies, • Develop bespoke project documentation such as procurement strategies, land acquisition strategies, and communications plans, • Chair project meetings and ensure governance procedures are followed, • Contribute to business development and management of key client accounts in the region Essential Experience • Proven experience in delivering highway infrastructure projects for public sector clients, • Strong knowledge of early-stage project management, including planning and statutory processes (EIA, ES, discharging conditions), • Familiarity with commercial issues relevant to public sector infrastructure projects, • Experience managing programmes and budgets at a strategic level, • Track record of developing consultant briefs and overseeing multidisciplinary teams, • Comfortable working with statutory stakeholders (e.g. National Highways, Network Rail, Environment Agency), • Ability to lead the production of project-specific documentation, • Confident in chairing meetings and leading project governance processes Desirable Experience • Understanding of the NEC suite of contracts, • Knowledge of cost and risk management principles, • Familiarity with government and combined authority funding mechanisms, • Experience engaging with community groups and other interest groups, • Experience of land acquisition, including voluntary acquisition and compulsory purchase processes, • Awareness of procurement legislation and public-sector compliance requirements Skills and Attributes • Strong leadership and decision-making capability, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • Analytical and problem-solving mindset, with attention to detail, • Organised and able to manage competing priorities, • Flexible, collaborative, and able to adapt to changing project demands, • Willing to travel as required across client and project locations What’s on Offer • Competitive salary (dependent on experience), • Enhanced company pension scheme with salary exchange, • Private medical insurance, • Smart Health support – including 24/7 GP access, mental health support, fitness and nutrition advice (available to employees, partners, and dependants under 21), • Company sick pay, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional loyalty days at 2, 5, and 10 years, • Paid volunteering days, • Life assurance, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • Access to a benefits platform offering retail, restaurant, cinema and gym discounts, • Holiday buying/selling scheme (up to 5 days per year), • Trained Mental Health First Aiders across the business, • Cycle to work scheme, • Regular internal training and access to a structured learning & development programme, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and fertility treatment leave, plus paid time off for pregnancy loss

Job Title: Senior Account Executive Location: Remote Hours: Full Time Reporting to: Head of Agency Success Salary: up to £28k pa About The GO Network: The GO Network connects in-house marketing teams with best-in-class agencies across every discipline and sector. We support our agency members through qualified new business opportunities, content, events, insights, and a growing Community Hub, all delivered through The GO Network platform. As we continue an exciting growth phase, we’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to play a key role in delivering an exceptional member experience across our agency network. This role is central to ensuring agencies feel supported, well-informed, and fully engaged, both during live opportunities and outside of briefs, while helping to drive stronger platform participation and higher-quality content submission across The GO Network platform. About The Role: As Senior Account Executive, you will support the day-to-day delivery of live brand opportunities, ensuring agencies are briefed clearly, deadlines are met, and showcases and endorsements are delivered to a consistently high standard. You will also run agency onboarding and proactive communications outside of briefs, helping agencies maximise their membership through stronger platform participation, improved profile quality, and increased case study submission. Key Responsibilities: Agency Onboarding & Member Activation · Onboard new agency members and guide them through The GO Network platform. · Support agencies to complete and improve profiles, credentials, and case studies. · Maintain clear onboarding standards, templates, and checklists. Brand Introductions, Live Briefs & Agency Opportunity Management · Uphold a high standard of professionalism, consistency, and clarity across all opportunity communications. · Manage the operational delivery of live briefs and agency showcases end-to-end. · Ensure agencies receive accurate information, clear deadlines, and structured next steps. · Coordinate the collection and quality-checking of agency submissions and showcase materials. · Support pitch logistics and manage feedback loops throughout the process. Ongoing Agency Communication & Community Hub Engagement (Outside of Briefs) · Own proactive agency communication outside of live opportunities. · Drive increased Community Hub usage and agency participation across The GO Network platform. · Increase the volume and quality of content agencies submit, including case studies and showcase- ready materials. · Ensure agencies feel consistently communicated with and aware of ongoing GO activity. Reporting & Continuous Improvement · Track activity and update workflows in CRM and internal systems. · Report on engagement levels, platform readiness, and participation trends. · Share insight and feedback to support internal improvements and retention conversations. · Support UAT and feedback cycles for platform enhancements where required. Skills & Personal Attributes · Strong organisation and project coordination skills, comfortable managing multiple deadlines. · Clear, professional communication style with confidence speaking to agencies. · High attention to detail and pride in quality output. · Proactive and solutions-led, comfortable taking ownership and following through. · Confident using digital tools, CRM systems, and internal trackers. · Calm under pressure and able to handle last-minute changes. · Collaborative and reliable, with a service-led mindset. Team & Reporting This role sits within the Service Team at The GO Network. Reporting directly to the Head of Agency Success, who reports to the Managing Director. Working closely with the Brand Partnerships Team to ensure smooth delivery of briefs and agency showcases, the Community function to align on agency engagement and platform participation, and the Agency Sales Team to support retention conversations with reporting, engagement insights, and agency feedback. You will work daily across The GO Network platform, internal CRM systems, and project tracking tools. Experience Required To Succeed In Role Essential: · Experience in customer success, service delivery, account support, or operations within a fast-paced environment. · Strong written & verbal communication skills and confidence managing internal and external stakeholders. · Experience coordinating processes end-to-end and working to deadlines. · Strong attention to detail and ability to quality-check submissions and documentation. · Confidence using CRM systems and digital platforms. · Comfortable working cross-functionally with internal teams to deliver consistent agency experience and service outcomes. Desirable: · Experience working with marketing agencies, or a strong understanding of the UK agency landscape and key marketing disciplines. · Experience supporting onboarding processes, member activation, or driving engagement and adoption within a platform-based service. · Confidence interpreting engagement metrics and using reporting to improve participation, content submission, and service delivery. · An interest in how technology and platform workflows can improve the member experience and strengthen engagement over time. Performance Measures · Brief Management Accuracy & Timeliness o Percentage of briefs and showcases delivered on time and in line with internal process standards. o Accuracy, completeness, and clarity of briefing information shared with agencies. · Agency Engagement & Satisfaction o Agency feedback scores on the briefing and showcase process (where collected). o Responsiveness, clarity, and consistency of communication throughout live opportunities and ongoing engagement. · Platform Content Quality & Readiness o Percentage of agencies with fully populated, up-to-date profiles and relevant case studies at the point of showcase or endorsement. o Number of case study uploads, profile updates, and showcase-ready submissions tracked per month/quarter. o Increased Community Hub participation and platform usage across the agency membership base · Internal Collaboration & Reporting o Timeliness and accuracy of CRM and project tracking updates. o Quality and usefulness of reporting shared internally to support planning, delivery, and retention. What’s On Offer? · Competitive salary · Company-wide incentives · Remote-first working (with team collaboration as required) · Full training and structured onboarding programme · Long-term development and progression opportunities within a growing business · Work laptop and mobile provided · A high-performance culture with clear expectations, accountability, and recognition for strong delivery

Global University Systems is building a modern AI platform to power how our universities recruit, teach, support, and serve students. The Director of AI will lead this transformation, turning promising ideas into production-grade AI solutions that create real value for students and staff. This role owns the AI roadmap end-to-end: from identifying high-impact use cases, to running rapid experiments, to scaling successful solutions across multiple Higher Education Institutions. What you’ll do: Set vision and strategy • Own and continually refine the AI initiatives portfolio and roadmap for the group., • Run a structured intake process for new ideas, assessing value, feasibility, data readiness, ethical risk, and compliance., • Run time-boxed PoCs (2–8 weeks) and MVPs (8–16 weeks) using Agile methods (Scrum or Kanban) with regular demos and retrospectives., • Build and lead cross-functional squads including Product Owner, Data Scientists, ML Engineers, Integration Engineers, Solution Architect, and domain experts from Admissions, Registry and Student Services., • Design experiments, test hypotheses, and iterate quickly, ensuring human-in-the-loop for critical decisions such as admissions triage or student risk flagging., • Take validated MVPs into production with robust architecture, integration patterns, security controls, SLAs, and operational runbooks., • Establish MLOps across the university environment, including model registry, CI/CD for ML, feature stores, monitoring for drift, and retraining policies., • Build reusable AI platform capabilities (e.g., orchestration, RAG services, prompt safety, connectors) that support multiple domains such as:, • Recruitment & Admissions: enquiry triage, lead scoring, document extraction, and decision support., • Student Records & Registry: data quality checks, anomaly detection, and predictive alerts for progression and retention., • Timetabling & Operations: demand forecasting, optimization support, and conflict detection., • Teaching & Learning: content summarization, tutoring assistants, accessibility tools, and feedback synthesis respecting academic integrity., • Student Support & Wellbeing: intelligent case routing, early warning signals, and proactive nudges designed with strong ethics and safeguarding., • Research Administration: grant discovery, compliance support, and metadata enrichment., • Implement a practical AI governance framework that includes a use case register, risk scoring, impact assessments, model documentation, and audit trails., • Ensure compliance with GDPR, accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), information security policies, and emerging AI regulations., • Partner with Deans, Registry, Admissions, Student Services, IT, Legal and other stakeholders to align on priorities and rollout plans., • Communicate progress through clear dashboards and storytelling, highlighting wins and lessons learned to build momentum., • Lead RFPs and SOWs for AI vendors, data providers, and implementation partners, including evaluation of cost, performance, and scalability., • Track and optimize cloud and AI platform spend, balancing cost with value; negotiate campus-wide licensing where beneficial. What you bring: Education • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related discipline. Knowledge and skills Essential • Product and outcome mindset: frames problems as hypotheses, focuses on measurable impact, and is willing to stop or pivot when evidence is weak., • Delivery excellence: strong Agile practices, risk-based planning, and disciplined stage-gates from idea to production., • Technical fluency: able to bridge data science, engineering, security, and business stakeholders, and make informed technical decisions., • Responsible AI and data literacy: understands and embeds ethics, privacy, and accessibility by design., • Experience with major cloud and AI stacks such as Azure OpenAI / OpenAI, Azure ML, Databricks, Kubernetes, and Docker., • Familiarity with data platforms such as Azure Data Lake, Synapse/ADF, Delta Lake, and messaging platforms (e.g., event hubs, service bus)., • Exposure to MLOps and observability tools (e.g., MLflow/model registry, GitHub Actions, Prometheus/Grafana, Evidently AI)., • Knowledge of integrating with SIS (Banner/Workday Student), LMS (Moodle/Canvas), CRM (Salesforce), ERP (Oracle/Workday), and IdP (Azure AD)., • Comfort with collaboration and reporting tools such as Jira/Azure Boards, Confluence, and Power BI. Experience Essential • 6+ years in IT delivery, product, or program leadership roles, including at least 3 years leading AI/ML or advanced analytics initiatives end-to-end., • Proven track record running Agile PoCs and MVPs and scaling them into production within complex organizations., • Strong understanding of AI/ML techniques (e.g., classification, NLP, GenAI, RAG, prompt engineering), data pipelines, APIs, and microservices., • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS or GCP also valued) and MLOps tools (e.g., MLflow, Azure ML, Databricks, SageMaker or Vertex) plus observability practices., • Familiarity with higher education processes and integrations across SIS, LMS, CRM, and ERP environments., • Knowledge of data privacy, accessibility, security, and Responsible AI in academic or similarly regulated contexts., • Experience designing or operating an AI platform or shared AI services used across multiple domains or business units., • Hands-on work with vector databases and retrieval pipelines (e.g., Azure AI Search, Pinecone) and guardrails for GenAI., • Background in enterprise architecture and integration patterns (event-driven, REST, GraphQL)., • Relevant certifications such as Agile/Scrum (PSM/CSM), Azure AI Engineer/DP-100, PMI-ACP/SAFe, or security/privacy certifications. If you are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of AI in higher education and deliver impact at scale, we encourage you to apply and join us on this journey.

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Director of Sales & Business Development, UK. Our solutions help enterprises reduce costs, improve operations, and scale reliably across thousands of connected devices. Proven “hunter” profile: building your own pipeline, running structured sales processes, and closing mid–large deals.

As Director of Corporate Communications and Sustainability, you’ll lead a newly created, integrated Corporate Communications and Sustainability function, bringing together Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Public Affairs, ESG/Sustainability, Executive Communications and Reputation Managem

Director of Strategy, Policy & Communications. Working closely with the Mayor and Chief Executive, you’ll set frameworks for corporate planning and performance; ensure coherence across directorates; and give expert advice on high‑risk, high‑impact policy areas. You will also lead our well‑es

As Director of Campaigns and Communications you will lead ShareAction’s integrated campaigning, community organising and communications function to deliver high-profile, high-impact programmes that shift corporate behaviour, investor practice and public narratives. Director of Campaigns and Commun

The Director of Media and Communications leads on the design, development and implementation of communication strategies and plans to advance Humane World for Animals UK’s strategic priorities with regard to campaigns, brand‑building and fundraising. In the UK, we are an effective voice for anim

Working closely with the Mayor and Chief Executive,you’llset frameworks for corporate planning and performance; ensure coherence across directorates; andgiveexpert advice on high-risk, high-impact policy areas. Above all, you’llbe committed to inclusion,co-productionand evidence-based policy—a

Senior Director of Communications. Senior Director of Communications (Health, policy & market access). Manage a team of consultants, fostering professional development and best‑in‑class client delivery.

A leading charity organization in the UK seeks a Group Director of External Affairs to enhance its national profile and influence. The role requires strong leadership in communications and public affairs, aimed at driving impactful change for low-income families raising disabled or ill children.

A leading advertising agency in the UK seeks an experienced Associate Director to manage impactful communications strategies. Key responsibilities include client communications, team training, and ensuring the efficacy of marketing strategies. In this full-time role, you will oversee the creation of

Strong communication skills - able to clarify complex ideas and explain them simply, convey key messages convincingly, create visual representations of concepts, and experience of preparing internal and/or external communications. KPMG refers to the global organization or to one or more of the membe

A leading nonprofit organization is seeking a Director of Communications to manage external communications in Europe. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate communications and fluency in English and another European language. Responsibilities include enhancing awareness of t

A leading business organization in London seeks a Director of External Affairs to manage external activities across marketing and communications.

A local government authority in England seeks a communications leader to define and implement strategic messaging to engage residents, partners, and staff. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in communications and media management, promoting key community programs amid local government r

A premier communications agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced Director of Integrated Communications to lead their eCommerce practice.

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Senior Director of Communications (Health, policy & market access). Manage a team of consultants, fostering professional development and best-in-class client delivery. Develop and execute integrated communications strategies that span media relations, reputation, corporate positioning, policy engage

Experience using Microsoft Excel/Word and have knowledge of Office 365. Barracudas aim for a minimum of 1/2 seniors to be Paediatric First Aid trained, this is variable dependent on the size of the camp. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different task

Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers o

I am currently recruiting an experienced Account Director for one of the UKs leading Contract Cater. Account Director Flagship B&I Contract - £85k. Are you a passionate and supportive Account Director within Contract Catering operations who has a passion for providing a 5* service to all your clie

You will act as a central point of communication between clients, the sales team, and internal departments, contributi.

We are a Disability Confident and top Stonewall employer, a Valuable 500 member, a founding member of the Mindful Business Charter, signatory of the Race at Work Charter and a proud partner of Neurodiversity in Law. Good IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required. Support ma

Computer literate in Microsoft Office suite, platforms and back-office systems (Intelliflo essential). Monthly loading of policy information onto their review software in advance of client reviews. Issue signed letters of authority (LOA) and transfer of agency (TOA) to providers and obtain standard

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems. Your work will ensure the smooth running of front-line services, using a variety of organisational systems and processes. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS/Access NI check.

Working within a small, close-knit team and reporting to the Office Manager, you will be a key point of contact for clients, parents, and schools, while ensuring that office systems and processes run smoothly, accurately, and efficiently. Based in their Tongham office, this role sits at the heart of

As a Digital Marketing Executive, you will support the planning, creation and optimisation of digital content (SEO Copywriting) across websites, social media, email campaigns and online publications. Are you commercially aware, and able to work across multiple priorities without losing sight of deta

Competence using Microsoft Office and general office systems. You will be the first point of contact for many clients, supporting the sales process end-to-end and ensuring that every interaction reflects professionalism, care, and attention to detail. A proactive, self-motivated approach with a stro

To provide administrative support to the Divisions’ Event Managers and the Deputy Head of International, Devolved Nations and Divisions in all aspects of the work relating to events. Act as first point of contact for events. Send event communications, including speaker invitations, reminders and c

Proficiency in marketing tools, including website content management, design software, SEO, social media management, and email marketing platforms. Career growth and professional development opportunities within an entrepreneurial environment. If you are a passionate and driven marketing professiona