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Headteacher - Birmingham Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 + Bonus Scheme | Full Time (40 hours/week) Outstanding Ofsted RatingPurpose of the Role The Headteacher is the lead professional and role model for the school community, responsible for providing visionary and operational leadership that ensures high quality education, safeguarding, and wellbeing for pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours.About Our Client Our client provides tailored support for pupils with Autism, ADHD and other learning difficulties and disabilities, focusing on fostering their academic, social and emotional development. Areas of focus include sensory integration strategies, social skills training and executive functioning support to help pupils manage time, focus and self-regulation.Key Responsibilities • Develop strong partnerships with parents, carers, the local community, and external agencies to enhance pupil outcomes and wellbeing., • Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the school improvement plan, setting clear priorities and measurable targets., • Manage resources effectively, including staffing, finance, and facilities, ensuring alignment with educational priorities and compliance with statutory requirements., • Take responsibility for the financial performance, including budget planning, monitoring expenditure, and ensuring value for money in resource allocation., • Ensure the organisation meets statutory SEND requirements and provides tailored, high-quality support for pupils with additional needs., • Establish and sustain high-quality, expert teaching across all subjects and phases, based on evidence-informed practice and understanding of how pupils learn, including those with complex needs., • Create a culture where pupils experience a positive, enriching, and safe environment, promoting respect, inclusion, and high aspirations.Requirements, • Passionate and committed to supporting students with SEND, • Proven leadership experience in a special school or complex educational setting, • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS), • Deep understanding of the Ofsted independent school inspection framework, statutory duties, and safeguarding, • Ability to inspire, motivate, and lead a diverse team to achieve high standards, modelling the Staff Code of Conduct, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with staff, pupils, parents, governors, and partners, • Commitment to the Nolan Principles and highest standards of professional conduct as outlined in the Staff Code of Conduct, • Ability to develop and implement a clear vision and strategic plan for school improvement, • Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peopleBenefits of Joining Our Client, • NEST enhanced pension scheme, • Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend and split a £500 referral bonus, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, • Access to a blue light discount card, • Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues, • Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications, • Employee benefits scheme including wellbeing app and discounts, • Life assurance, • School tours welcomed as part of interview processCommitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through the Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when military experience is detailed in the CV. Veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training are provided.The Headteacher is accountable to the Proprietor Body and Regional Education Director/Regional Executive Headteacher for overall leadership, management, and success of the organisation, including adherence to the Staff Code of Conduct and safeguarding requirements. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference verification.

We are seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated Inheritance Tax (IHT) Advisor to join a growing team at a leading financial advisory firm. This role is pivotal in providing expert guidance to clients on inheritance tax planning and compliance, ensuring they navigate the complexities of tax legislation effectively. You will work closely with clients to develop tailored strategies that optimise their e... ZIPC1_UKTJ

A leading residential developer is looking for an experienced Senior Block Manager to oversee a portfolio of residential developments across Birmingham and the West Midlands. This is a client-side role responsible for monitoring managing agents, ensuring high standards of estate management, and protecting the long-term performance of residential assets across a diverse portfolio including large multi-phase developments, regeneration schemes and traditional housing sites. The role will involve regular liaison with internal teams including Construction, Technical, Customer Service, and Land & Planning, as well as external managing agents and residents' management companies. The Role • Monitor managing agent performance across multiple residential developments, • Attend site visits, quarterly reviews and annual performance audits, • Oversee block handovers to managing agents, • Review service charge budgets and accounts, • Monitor statutory compliance, health & safety inspections and action plans, • Track financial performance of service charge funds and capital works, • Manage customer consent applications, • Attend internal meetings with build, sales, and customer service teams, • Produce estate management reports for senior leadership, • Experience in leasehold / block / residential property management, • Experience working for a managing agent or client-side developer, • ATPI / MTPI (essential), • Strong knowledge of landlord & tenant legislation, • Understanding of RICS / IRPM / industry codes of practice, • Experience with large or complex residential developments preferred, • Heat network / district heating experience desirable, • £50,000 - £55,000, • 25+ days holiday (increasing with service), • Private medical insurance, • Pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Lifestyle benefits platform, • Hybrid working, • Long-term career progression

• £40,000 - £60,000 OTE (comprising of salary, bonus, overtime & callout rates), • Uncapped bonus scheme, including Overtime & Call-out rates, • Mobile role – Van, Tools & PPE provided Key duties include: • Fit/repair tyres including car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover – roadside & in depot, • Provide an exceptional customer service experience Benefits Include: • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs, • REACT Licence to work safely at the roadside, • Possess a full, current driving licence, • RTRT and/or LCTT licences or equivalent, • Minimum 1 year experience as a Commercial Tyre Technician or similar

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n As a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering outstanding care and education to children at Busy Bees. Your expertise will play a key role in supporting the development of our Bee Curious curriculum, while guiding and mentoring unqualified team members. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about early years education and are looking to take on greater responsibility in a thriving and supportive setting. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Birmingham Dartmouth Circus is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 77, supported by a longstanding team passionate about providing children with the best start in life. Conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Aston University, the nursery is well-connected by bus services to the city centre. Staff members benefit from free lunches and free parking, fostering a positive and supportive work environment. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n What to Expect as a Relief Early Years Educator: • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment., • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering strong partnerships with children and their families., • Level 3 qualification in early years education., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery No Information Provided - contact your Talent Acquisition Partner Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression\n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers\n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 25% childcare discount\n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy\n, • Financial support through Salary Finance\n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme\n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.\n, • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.\n, • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families.\n, • Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.\nWhat We’re Looking For:, • Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique., • Strong communication and organisational skills.You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n Take the next step in your career with Busy Bees as a Level 2 Qualified Early Years Assistant. Bring your experience and qualification to a nurturing environment, where you'll support children’s development through play-based learning and activities. This role offers the chance to further develop your skills in early childhood education while enjoying the benefits of a rewarding and flexible work environment. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery No Information Provided - contact your Talent Acquisition Partner Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n What to Expect as a Relief Early Years Educator: • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment., • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering strong partnerships with children and their families., • Level 2 qualification in early years education., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Birmingham Kingsheath is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 78, supported by a longstanding and passionate team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The nursery has exemplary relationships with feeder schools, ensuring smooth transitions for the children. Conveniently located near transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Shirley, and Kings Norton, it is also just a 10-minute walk from Kings Heath High Street and 20 minutes from Birmingham City Centre via public transport. Staff benefits include a free lunch, a birthday day off, flexible working options, and a thorough induction process. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary \n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Support the Centre Director in overseeing the daily operations and maintaining educational standards.\n, • Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children.\n, • Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards.\n, • Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team.\n, • Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families.\n, • Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment.\n, • Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.\nIdeal Candidate:, • An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either a Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager., • Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development., • Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork., • Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols.Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment—apply now!

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details – all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and respond to risk in an increasingly complex and fast‑moving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not‑for‑profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision‑making. As part of the team, you’ll work on a wide range of internal audit, risk and advisory engagements, gaining exposure to different industries, business models and operating environments. You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, applying innovative approaches, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients. As an Assistant Manager within Risk & Advisory Services (RAS), you will play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality internal audit and advisory services to our clients. You will work proactively, taking ownership of your responsibilities, while collaborating effectively with colleagues and maintaining regular, confident communication with BDO Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. You will be responsible for managing a limited portfolio of engagements, leading audits and specialist assignments, and supporting the development of junior team members. In doing so, you will build strong, trusted client relationships and make a meaningful contribution to the overall success of the team and service line. The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands‑on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities - such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management - and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development. You'll be someone with: * Relevant professional experience, with a strong focus on internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work. * A recognised professional qualification (e.g. CIA with QIAL, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent). * Experience of planning and delivering audits, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and challenge constructively. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. * Proficiency in MS Office and flow‑charting tools; experience with internal audit systems and data analytics tools is advantageous, with training provided where required. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We’ll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors such as Pension Audit, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Pension Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From developing new skills, working on audit tenders, undertaking business development activities and exploring different learning opportunities, you’ll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We’ll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by pension members and Trustees alike. You’ll be someone who is comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners. You’ll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You’ll also: • Act as a major point of contact within the firm. This includes responding quickly to, as well as anticipating requests/needs and keeping stakeholders informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the audit., • Be responsible for the financial management of a portfolio from billing, WIP management and cash collection., • Complete assignments within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings., • Ensure assignments are staffed with the appropriate mix of knowledge and skills required., • Ensure that the firm’s risk management and quality control procedures are adhered to at all times., • Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities., • Support Partners and Senior Managers in the development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity., • Support Partners with the implementation and communication of any new business., • Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees., • Work as part of the pension audit management team within the wider Audit stream (e.g. resource planning, merit rate meetings and efficiency gains), • Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers., • Act as a role model for trainees and executives., • ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent., • Have previous experience of managing people of all grades and experience, including managing audits and teams remotely., • Good working knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and Pension SORP and Financial Reporting requirements., • Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering., • Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including contributions, benefits and investments, • Experience of working with and managing audits with Scheme administrators and Scheme Accountants., • Experience of preparing audit planning and completion reports to Trustees as well as presenting audit findings confidently, • Building, developing and maintaining a pension industry network of key contacts., • Project Management experience, confidently communicating with clients and internal BDO staff and monitoring audit timetables to ensure deadlines are met. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Your new company You will be joining a large multi‑site organisation operating in a fast‑moving environment where strong financial oversight is essential. The business continues to evolve across its network, and the finance team plays a key role in providing accurate reporting, analysis and support to operational leaders. Your new role In this role, you will partner with stakeholders across the business to deliver clear financial insight and support decision‑making. You will manage budgeting and forecasting cycles, analyse financial performance, and help the organisation understand key drivers of results. You will assess business cases, review profitability, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to the ongoing development of financial reporting and planning processes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience in commercial finance, FP&A or business partnering. You should be confident working with financial data, able to present information clearly, and comfortable challenging assumptions where required. Strong Excel or modelling skills are important, and experience in a multi‑site or fast‑paced organisation would be advantageous. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, with access to hybrid working . The role offers the opportunity to develop within a large organisation, gain exposure to senior stakeholders, and build experience across a range of operational areas. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Do you want to become a qualified Early Years Professional? Are you serious about a career in the Early Years sector? This role is ideal for anyone who has a genuine passion for working with children and is keen to learn and progress in their own professional development. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Birmingham Kingsheath is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 78, supported by a longstanding and passionate team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The nursery has exemplary relationships with feeder schools, ensuring smooth transitions for the children. Conveniently located near transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Shirley, and Kings Norton, it is also just a 10-minute walk from Kings Heath High Street and 20 minutes from Birmingham City Centre via public transport. Staff benefits include a free lunch, a birthday day off, flexible working options, and a thorough induction process. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Ready to embark on your catering journey? Apply now and be a part of our extraordinary team! Key responsibilities and expectations as an apprentice: • Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS, • Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff, • Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members, • Ensuring each child's individual needs are met, • Contributing to the safeguarding of all children, • Actively work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Busy Bees Education and Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe, • Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace, • Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development To apply you must be working or caring for children whether voluntary or paid. Having a Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4 or above or functional skills level 2 is desirable.

• £31,483 - £33,954 per annum, • Average uncapped bonus of £4,800 per year (with potential to earn more), • 5 days a week (This centre is closed on Sundays) As a Vehicle Technician/ Mechanic, you will be already skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work. You’ll have the ability to carry out more complex tasks such as clutches and timing belt replacements and diagnostics in areas such as vehicle electrics, brake steering and suspension systems. Benefits Include: • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave, • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Family & Friends Discount Events, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs Skills and experience • Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience, • Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Hays are delighted to be supporting a growing SME based on the outskirts of Birmingham who are looking to recruit a newly created Head of FP&A to support their growth plans. The Head of FP&A as a financial business partner is responsible for delivering accurate financial planning, budgeting, forecas

Junior PMO Analyst Location: Birmingham Engagement Type: Permanent Company: Albany Beck Client Industry: Financial Services About Albany Beck Albany Beck is a consultancy dedicated to delivering tailored talent and operational solutions to our clients across Financial Services and beyond. We partner with top-tier financial institutions to deliver expert consulting and transformation services. Our collaborative approach places experienced professionals in high-impact roles, helping our clients to navigate complex challenges and realise strategic outcomes. Role Overview Albany Beck is growing it’s Change & Transformation practice and are looking to hire a Junior PMO Analyst, to work on an immediate deployment onsite with one of our largest Banking clients, based in Birmingham. This role is ideal for someone with early experience in Project Management or Business Analysis, looking to build on their skills within a structured PMO function. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting reporting, financial tracking, and delivery oversight, with a strong focus on data analysis and insight generation. Key Responsibilities • Support Project Managers and Programme teams with day-to-day coordination and delivery activities, • Assist in maintaining project plans, milestones, and delivery tracking, • Support governance processes and ensure adherence to PMO standards and frameworks, • Produce regular programme reporting and dashboards, • Perform variance analysis across budgets, timelines, and resource plans, • Analyse project data to identify trends, risks, and performance insights, • Support the preparation of materials for stakeholder and governance forums, • Support tracking of project financials, forecasts, and actuals, • Maintain accurate data across PMO tools and reporting systems, • Assist in reconciling data and ensuring consistency across multiple sources, • Communicate effectively with stakeholders across Business, Technology, and Change teams, • Support the coordination of meetings, actions, and follow-ups, • Provide clear and structured updates on project status and progress Key Skills & Experience • Experience in a PMO, Project Support or Business Analysis role (or strong relevant internship experience), • Strong analytical skills, particularly in variance analysis and data interpretation, • Highly tech-savvy, with the ability to quickly learn new tools and systems, • Strong Excel skills and familiarity with reporting tools, • Ability to work independently and manage own workload, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Desirable Experience • Experience with TM1 (IBM Planning Analytics), • Exposure to financial tracking and project budgeting processes, • Understanding of project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) Personal Attributes • Proactive and self-motivated with a strong attention to detail, • Structured and organised approach to work, • Curious and eager to learn within a delivery-focused environment, • Confident working with data and translating it into meaningful insights, • Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across functions

Job Title: Administrative Assistant (Polish Speaking) Division: Global Banking & Markets - Private Location: London (Hybrid/Onsite) Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (1-hour lunch break) | 40 hours per week Flexibility is essential Join a Global Financial Powerhouse We are partnering with a world-renowned financial institution to recruit two dynamic and highly professional Polish speaking Administrative Assistants to join their Global Banking & Markets Private division. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of a prestigious investment bank, supporting senior professionals and high-performing teams. You’ll play a vital role as a floating assistant, stepping in where support is most needed and ensuring seamless coverage across the division. Full training and dedicated support from a Team Supervisor will be provided to set you up for success in this fast-paced, international environment. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll be part of a collaborative assistant team responsible for delivering first-class administrative support to senior associates and industry leaders. Duties include: • Complex diary and calendar management for senior bankers (VP level and above), • Scheduling and coordinating meetings and conference calls across multiple global time zones, • Managing high volumes of communication - calls, emails, and updates with efficiency and discretion, • Booking rooms and video conferences across international offices, • Travel planning - booking flights, hotels, transport, and handling visa applications, • Expense reports and invoice processing, • Providing holiday and phone coverage for team members, • General team support, handling ad hoc tasks and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations We’re seeking highly capable, polished professionals with: • Fluent Polish language skills (spoken and written), • 2+ years of experience in an assistant or administrative support role, • Expertise in Outlook and strong skills in calendar and logistics coordination, • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities, • A calm, professional demeanor with excellent communication skills at all levels, • Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and dependability, • Adaptability and flexibility to work across teams and changing environments Why Join? You’ll be part of a division whose strategic vision includes: • Being the world’s leading investment bank, known for trusted advice and industry-shaping deals, • Driving long-term client relationships through world-class execution, • Delivering superior value to stakeholders, • Providing a dynamic, meritocratic, and inclusive workplace where top talent thrives This is more than an assistant role—it’s a launchpad to build your administrative career within one of the most respected names in global finance. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join a collaborative, high-performance environment where your skills will make an impact every day.

Commercial Finance Manager Salary: Up to £80,000 + Package Location: Central Birmingham (State-of-the-Art Offices) A high-profile opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Finance Manager to join a growing and ambitious business in central Birmingham. This role sits close to senior leadership and will play a key part in shaping strategic investment decisions. You will be responsible for investment appraisal, strategic analysis, and board-level reporting, partnering with senior stakeholders to evaluate opportunities and influence major business decisions. Key responsibilities • Lead investment appraisals and financial modelling to support strategic projects and growth initiatives, • Prepare and present clear, commercially focused insights to the board and senior leadership team, • Partner with operational and commercial leaders to challenge assumptions and improve decision-making, • Translate financial analysis into practical recommendations that drive value, • Support strategic planning, business cases, and capital allocation decisions, • Influence stakeholders across the business to ensure financial rigour in commercial decisions About you • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), • Strong background in commercial finance, investment appraisal, or strategic finance, • Confident presenting to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders, • Excellent influencing and stakeholder management skills, • Strong analytical and financial modelling capability What’s on offer • Up to £80,000 salary + strong package, • Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership, • Modern, state-of-the-art offices in central Birmingham, • Opportunity to play a key role in shaping strategic investment decisions

Transport Manager Day shift / 8am to 5pm / flexibility needed to suit business needs Department - Haulage Reporting To - Senior Transport Manager / Operations Director Job Summary We are seeking a Transport Manager to lead and oversee the daily operations of the haulage function, ensuring the efficient, safe, and compliant movement of goods across local, regional, and national routes. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving operational efficiency, maintaining high service standards, and supporting the continued growth and development of the haulage operation. Main Duties • Oversee daily haulage operations, ensuring compliance with all legal obligations, industry standards, and health & safety regulations, • Provide clear leadership to operational teams, including drivers, transport office staff, and wider site functions, • Manage customer relationships, ensuring a consistently high standard of service delivery and communication, • Drive financial performance, including profit and loss accountability and effective resource planning, • Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team, including performance management and staff development, • Ensure full compliance with operator licence requirements, tachograph regulations, and the Working Time Directive, • Support and implement continuous improvement initiatives across operations Required Skills, Competencies and Experience • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in transport or haulage operations in a leadership role, • Proven experience managing large teams and multi-vehicle fleets, • Strong knowledge of transport law, compliance, and safety regulations, • In-depth understanding of operator licence requirements, tachograph legislation, and working time regulations, • Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively, • Flexible approach to working hours when required, • Strong strategic and operational planning capabilities, • Positive and proactive approach to leading change If you want, I can also: • Turn this into a job advert (more engaging and candidate-focused), • Align it with CPC Transport Manager requirements, • Or tailor it to a specific industry (construction, logistics, retail, etc.)

Maintenance Manager Birmingham City Football Club Permanent | Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Location: St Andrew’s Stadium Birmingham City Football Club is on the rise. With an incredible history dating back to 1875, Birmingham City Football Club is part of an exciting period of accelerated growth and modernisation, and is playing it’s part in once-in-a-generation opportunity to support the transformation of England’s second city as part of the Sports Quarter project. With significant investment across our football, commercial, and community operations, we are rebuilding the Club for long-term success — on and off the pitch. The journey we’re on involves strengthening our structures, elevating our performance environments, growing our teams, and investing heavily in the people, processes and culture that will define the next chapter of Birmingham City FC. About the department The Operations team at Birmingham City FC plays a vital role in keeping the club running smoothly behind the scenes. From maintaining the stadium and training facilities to supporting matchdays and major events, the team ensures everything operates safely, efficiently and professionally. Working in Operations means being part of a fast-paced environment where teamwork, organisation and pride in the club are key to delivering the Blues experience. About the Role We are looking for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Manager to lead the club’s maintenance function and ensure the effective delivery of both pre-planned and reactive maintenance across our facilities. You will manage a team of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance staff, coordinate maintenance activity through the club’s maintenance management system and play a key role in ensuring the stadium is fully prepared for matchdays and events. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and coordinating the maintenance team and daily work schedules, • Delivering effective pre-planned and reactive maintenance programmes, • Acting as the lead electrician on site and supporting electrical maintenance where required, • Managing contractors and ensuring safe working practices across all works, • Planning maintenance rotas and allocating matchday preparation tasks, • Supporting matchday operations as the lead engineer on site, • Monitoring stadium condition and supporting long-term maintenance planning, • Supporting asset management and equipment lifecycle planning About you We are looking for a technically skilled maintenance professional with strong leadership ability and experience managing facilities within large or complex buildings. You will have: • A recognised electrical or relevant trade qualification (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition), • Experience managing maintenance teams and schedules, • Strong knowledge of facilities systems such as CAFM, BMS, fire alarms or CCTV, • A strong understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance, • Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills Experience within a stadium, sports venue or large public building would be advantageous. The Benefits of Being Blues At Birmingham City Football Club, we put people at the heart of everything we do. When you join the Club, you become part of the Blues family — and that comes with a range of benefits designed to support you both inside and outside of work. Matchday Tickets Two complimentary tickets to all Birmingham City home league games. Blues Store Discount Enjoy a 20% staff discount on official Birmingham City merchandise. Life Assurance Life assurance cover worth two times your annual salary, providing financial protection for your loved ones. Volunteering Day One paid day each year to support a community cause that matters to you. Pension Scheme A club pension scheme to help you save and plan for the future. Eye Care Voucher Free eye test and a contribution towards glasses if required. Cycle to Work Scheme Spread the cost of a new bike and equipment through a tax-efficient salary sacrifice scheme. Help@Hand 24/7 access to GP appointments, wellbeing services and mental health support. Birmingham City FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The safety and well-being of our players is our top priority, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough background check and training in safeguarding as part of the recruitment process. Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and assess candidates solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstances. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all individuals to apply. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please inform us when applying.

Service Engineer - UK Ishida Europe is a World leader in the design, manufacture and installation of complete weighing and packing line solutions. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Service Engineer to join the Service team in the UK. Main Purpose of the role To provide service support, installation, commissioning and pre-delivery inspections for Ishida Europe Ltd and third-party products to external customers and internal departments or regions. Primary Responsibilities · The installation and commissioning of all product lines. · The repair of Ishida and OEM equipment. · To provide training for customer and Ishida personnel where required. · To liaise with customers and Ishida personnel to resolve ongoing issues if they arise. · To maintain a high-level of effective communication with customers and all internal departments. · To attend meetings as required. · To complete service order site reports at all times and follow up where necessary. · To work a reasonable amount of overtime including weekends to meet the business needs as required. · To ensure maximum assistance in achieving the financial targets set for the department. · To ensure compliance with the current UK Service Policy. · To provide out of hours telephone technical support (as agreed). · To adhere to customers site rules and standards at all times. · To maintain safe systems of work, comply with relevant Health and Safety legislation and report any breaches. · The role holder will undertake all tasks within their level of skill and ability that are commensurate with the post. What skills are we looking for? To be successful in this role you will have electro-mechanical fault-finding knowledge, you must be IT Literate, have excellent administration, organisation, and planning skills. Must have knowledge in critical and analytical. You will be able to consistently complete tasks to a high standard, provide excellent customer service, have a positive and “will do” attitude, must be able to work individually or as part of a team and be willing to drive long distances.

Technical Project Manager The Fuel Store (TFS) is a progressive, Birmingham based business using technology to develop its market and stay ahead of the competition. It is on a mission to revolutionise the way business is conducted in its chosen business segments. The business is a leading provider of fuel and associated products into the transportation sector. TFS provides a range of products and solutions to its customers which help them to increase profits through increasing basket size, customer loyalty and usage; serving customers more efficiently and cost-effectively. It currently facilitates the provision of and processes the transactions to allow over 60 million litres of Fuel per annum through its card processes. The business was started 10 years ago and to date has grown organically. Future development will be a combination of organic and inorganic growth offering its customers a carefully thought out package of products with software that enables easy/dynamic/cost optimised fleet management at its core. The shareholders are keen that the business goes into a rapid growth phase with associated profitability. A new CEO has been appointed and will lead the twin track approach of organic and inorganic growth. As a Technical Project Manager, you will be an integral member of the operations team responsible for the turnkey delivery of the technology roadmap and the operational continuity of existing systems and business processes. Whilst technology biased, the role will also look to align business processes and efficiencies with our technology stack and vice versa encompassing all facets of the business. Our business continuity and growth rely on the systems and processes that we apply to our daily operations. The Technical Project Manager role will be at the forefront of that journey. Brief Overview: Type of Opportunity: Permanent, Full Time Hybrid Working: 4 days in the office 1 day at home Location: Birmingham, B2 Reports to: COO Responsibilities for the Technical Project Manager: Business Requirements • Liaise with Key Stakeholders to understand and gather information relating to operational or systems requirements., • Translate and playback the gathered information to the Key Stakeholders, obtaining consensus that requirements have been adequately defined and captured for the Scope of Works., • Assess the impact of the requirements on existing systems and processes with the objective of formulating a delivery plan, • Coordinate with external vendors where appropriate to obtain costs and timescales aligned with the above delivery plan. Timely Delivery • Using existing governance and planning processes, manage the execution of the project providing regular updates to key stakeholders., • Maintain focus on delivering against agreed timelines and business objectives Operational Support • Monitor existing systems to service availability., • Manage incident and problem resolution processes, coordinating with 3rd Party Support companies where necessary for timely resolution of issues., • Monitor and report on service performance metrics., • Strive for Continuous Improvement across all areas. To have the ability to contribute to The Fuel Store’s success, you will need the following knowledge skills and experience: • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a technical Project Manager working within an IT technology environment., • Experience of Business requirements gathering, • Experience of Dynamics365 CRM & Business Central systems., • Excellent working knowledge of Azure based platforms and Microsoft product suites., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholders., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear notes., • Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach., • Confidence using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), • Ability to work independently, manage competing demands and adapt to changing priorities., • Professional, positive attitude with a willingness to support after 5pm when business needs require it You should apply if: • You feel you would thrive around a fast moving delivery environment, • You’re naturally organised, calm under pressure and enjoy bringing order to busy schedules., • You take pride in being one step ahead and solving problems before they land on someone’s desk., • You communicate clearly, professionally and confidently with people at all levels., • You’re proactive, curious and happy to take initiative without waiting to be asked., • You’re adaptable and comfortable shifting priorities when the day changes direction., • You bring positive energy, resilience and a can-do mindset to fast-moving situations., • You care about doing things well, accuracy, presentation and follow-through matter to you., • You’re flexible and willing to support the business when needed Our Culture TFS are in the simplicity business and we are building a team, who look at the world a little differently. People that look at the needlessly complicated and say ‘that’s nuts’. People that are bold enough to challenge convention, and brilliant enough to actually change it. What’s in it for you? • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme: After 12 weeks of continuous employment, you will be automatically enrolled into our Pension Scheme., • Life Assurance: Payable at 3x Basic Salary, • Health & Wellbeing: You will have access to MediCash upon passing their probation, this will allow you to access healthcare cashback schemes, retail discounts, counselling, for yourself and up to 4 Children., • Holiday Entitlement: You will be entitled to 26 days annual leave plus all statutory holidays, you increase personal holiday allowance with increased service up to 5 additional days., • Financial Advice: Access to 1-2-1 financial advisor sessions free of charge., • Career Progression: We track all employees progression by creating personal development plans, we have an in house L&D Specialist dedicated to help you improve and grow professionally., • Location: Based in Birmingham City Centre, with panoramic views from the office floor., • Supporting local charities: We are passionate about giving back to the local community and supporting charities as much as we can. A little more for you to know… We want to be a place where everyone has a sense of belonging. Our team is growing rapidly and that means that we want collaborative, talented Fuellers to help us to invent The Fuel Store’s future. We will support you, nurture you, and give you the best platform to succeed. If you think that you could add value here at The Fuel Store, please apply. Equally, if you think your experience only meets part of the requirements, apply anyway! We’d love to review your application and if successful arrange a chat with you to find out if you could be the next Fueller! We are also an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across the business. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, family or parental status, neuro diversity or disability status, marital status, veteran status and national origin.

About the Company Molo is a non-bank lender that offers mortgages in the United Kingdom (“UK”) to both UK and overseas-resident customers originated through intermediary partners. Innovation is at the core of our identity, as reflected in our: • competitive product proposition, fitting a wide array of borrower needs;, • flexible criteria, serving UK, expat, and non-resident borrowers. Since launching in 2018, we've led change in the UK mortgage market and have processed over £2 billion in mortgage applications. Molo is regulated by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the privately owned ColCap Financial Limited in Australia (“ColCap”). ColCap was established in 2006 by its co-founders who are the Group Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer respectively and has grown to an Australian and UK loan portfolio in excess of A$17 billion with more than 360 staff located in Australia, the UK and Philippines. For more information about Molo Finance, visit and ColCap UK. About the Role As a Specialist Buy to Let Mortgage Underwriter, you will make sure appropriate lending decisions are made in a well-timed manner, whilst providing incredible levels of service as you go. Responsibilities • Use allocated lending mandate to assess and underwrite mortgage applications in accordance with current lending policy and within mandated limits;, • Operate as a team player within the business to ensure that all service standards and targets are consistently delivered;, • Adhere to TCF requirements and principles;, • Identify and report suspicions in line with Anti-Money Laundering legislation and procedures;, • Ensure all work is undertaken to a first-class standard by adopting a right-first-time attitude and approach through coaching, training, and performance management;, • Ensure effective communication with internal stakeholders, external customers, and third parties;, • Support Underwriting Manager by demonstrating daily proactive planning, management of workloads, and recommendation of process improvement changes where appropriate;, • Supporting and guiding colleagues on all matters relating to the underwriting and completion of mortgages;, • Managing decisions on enquiries, new applications and responding within agreed time frames;, • Minimise and understand the risks associated with each application;, • Obtain all necessary documentation to accurately make a lending decision;, • Manage pipeline cases through to completion;, • Work with Legal, Credit Risk, Treasury and Finance teams to ensure all lending requirements are satisfied before the release of funds;, • Responsible for any reasonable additional tasks that are required to be undertaken on a day-to-day or ad hoc basis; This is a hybrid role coming into the office three days a week. As an Underwriter, you will be responsible for assessing and underwriting Buy to Let mortgage applications to minimise risk to the company whilst adhering to regulations and standards. As an experienced Underwriter, you will have extensive knowledge within the mortgage and loans industry, holding your own mandate, we are looking for an underwriter with a minimum of 2 years of experience who has been a direct mandate holder. Consideration will be given to candidates with experience dealing with Buy-to-let applications with additional expertise to include portfolio’s, multi-unit freehold blocks, and large HMOs, experience of manual underwriting would be beneficial. In addition, you will possess excellent literacy and numeracy skills as well as a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Required Skills • Extensive knowledge within the mortgage and loans industry;, • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a direct mandate holder;, • Experience dealing with Buy-to-let applications;, • Excellent literacy and numeracy skills;, • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Preferred Skills • Experience with portfolio’s, multi-unit freehold blocks, and large HMOs;, • Experience of manual underwriting. Additional Benefits: • Health, Dental, Optical, and Mental Health Cover;, • Pension contribution (5%);, • 25 days holiday + National holidays;, • Company offsites.

We are delighted to be supporting a Not-for-Profit in Birmingham to recruit a Financial Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong and commercially minded qualified accountant to join a high-performing finance team. We are looking for someone who ideally has Capital, Cash and Treasury experience. On offer, up to £50,000 per annum, plus a generous holiday entitlement and attractive pension scheme. This Birmingham based organisation is long-established with a strong reputation. It has built a distinctive profile around close collaboration with business and the public sector. Located in the heart of the city, the organisation serves to a diverse community. As a not-for-profit institution, surplus income is reinvested ensuring long-term sustainability and continued public benefit. It is also committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, environmental sustainability, and delivering measurable social value through its activities. The Financial Accountant will play a key role in financial accounting, control and reporting, with a particular focus on capital projects, capital planning, and treasury management. You will take ownership of cash reporting and forecasting, support the production of management and statutory accounts, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards. This is a varied and visible role requiring strong stakeholder engagement across multiple functions. • Support the delivery of high-quality financial accounting, reporting and control., • Lead on capital planning, including production and monitoring of the annual capital plan., • Monitor capital project performance and forecasting future spend., • Manage the accounting and reporting of capital grants., • Produce accurate and timely cashflow forecasts and treasury reports., • Support treasury activities including cash management, debt financing and investment of surplus funds., • Monitor compliance with banking covenants., • Review bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy of cash postings., • Provide financial insight and analysis to senior stakeholders and project managers., • Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems and reporting., • Line manage and develop a Treasury Assistant. Financial Accountant: • A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CGMA or equivalent) with at least 2 year's post-qualification experience in a financial or management accounting role., • Strong experience in cashflow forecasting, treasury management and capital budgeting., • Experience working in complex environments with competing priorities., • Proven ability to deliver accurate outputs to tight deadlines., • Excellent analytical skills with a high attention to detail., • Strong financial systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills., • A proactive, "can-do" attitude with a focus on continuous improvement., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively., • Treasury Management qualification (or working towards) is desirable., • Experience improving financial processes and reporting., • Knowledge of project costing., • Experience using Power BI. Financial Accountant: • £40,000 - £50,000 per annum., • 30 days annual leave + 8 public holidays + 5 additional close down days., • Compassionate Leave., • Attractive pension scheme., • Hybrid working., • Flexible working policy., • CPD Allowance., • Health & Well-being support., • Cycle to work scheme., • Access to gym and swimming pool., • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.

Job Title: Projects & Innovation Manager 📍 Location: Birmingham, Northampton, or Manchester 💰 Salary: Competitive About the Role: This is an excellent opportunity for an established transformation professional to help the Projects & Innovation team maximise the impact of major change programmes. The Projects & Innovation Manager will support the team and wider business in delivering strategic plans and change objectives, which may include line management responsibilities. The role involves performing various functions within change initiatives or projects, ensuring accountability and collaboration to achieve successful outcomes. Using project and change management expertise, you will champion best practices and apply industry-standard methods for project delivery and business change. This position requires a proactive, self-managing mindset and excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: • Support leadership to implement strategies and plans across the business and build the capability and profile of the Projects & Innovation team., • Lead major change initiatives or projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, while supporting colleagues on smaller initiatives., • Provide advice on best practice and escalation routes for risks or issues., • Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders across all levels, including senior leadership, business divisions, and suppliers., • Develop and maintain relationships with aligned business areas to coordinate and oversee change plans., • Ensure team alignment with Projects & Innovation strategies and the organisation’s strategic ambitions., • Potential line management responsibility, including team meetings, 1:1 reviews, and personal development., • Support capacity planning to help others appropriately plan change initiatives. Candidate Profile: • Experience in project management, process improvement, and change management, ideally within professional services or similar sectors., • Strong leadership skills, with experience in mentoring, coaching, or developing team members., • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills, with commercial awareness., • Familiarity with established or emerging technologies that support legal or business operations., • Understanding of organisational, commercial, and financial contexts to ensure projects align with business objectives and contribute to overall efficiency and competitive advantage., • Proactive approach to identifying and implementing best practices and continuous improvement opportunities. Technical Skills / Qualifications: • Experience with project management frameworks and change methodologies (Prince2, Agile, LEAN, Six Sigma) is desirable but not essential., • Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills., • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver successful outcomes under pressure. What Our Client Offers: • Competitive remuneration and benefits., • Opportunities for professional growth and development., • Collaborative and supportive work environment., • A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and well-being. How to Apply: About Us: We are a recruitment agency specialising in mid to senior-level roles. Our expertise allows us to connect talented professionals with outstanding opportunities, supporting both clients and candidates in achieving their goals.

Role Nigel James Associates is excited to partner with a top national wealth manager to secure an experienced Director, Financial Planner for their Birmingham office. Due to succession planning they are looking for someone to take over some existing HNW clients, alongside working closely with the Investment Managers and external stakeholders to continue to grow your portfolio. We are seeking a motivated Financial Planner who is looking to work for one of the top brands in the industry and enjoys providing advice to HNW clients as well as networking to build business. Requirement This role requires a proactive approach to driving growth while delivering exceptional service to clients. You will be Level 4 qualified, with a preference for those who are Chartered or actively pursuing Chartered status. Experience working with HNW clients and offering comprehensive, holistic financial planning is essential. If you worked within a particular client niche such as entrepreneurs/business owners, this would be advantageous but not essential. Our client values professionalism, strong people skills, and a genuine commitment to fostering long-term, meaningful relationships. Why join? Our client is known for recognising and rewarding exceptional talent and dedication. They offer a flexible hybrid working model, appreciating the seniority of the role while prioritising work-life balance to help their employees thrive. The team environment is highly supportive, offering a strong foundation for your success. This is a senior role in the business and therefore the compensation on offer is reflective of this; £six figure basic salary plus bonuses based on overall performance and overall client revenue, plus corporate benefits on top. What next? This is a brilliant opportunity to work for one of the country's leading companies within the industry that are highly progressive providing extensive career scope who award people on their effort and success. If you are an experienced Financial Planner who enjoys providing advice to HNW clients and continuously forging relationships with top professionals, then please do apply or contact us to find out more.

My client is a discretionary fund manager that runs evidence based, passive investment portfolios on behalf of financial advisers is looking to bring on board a business development manager Duties Include • Actively manage client relationships, taking responsibility for day-to-day project management and delivery of targets, reporting directly to the Head of Business Development., • Maintain and grow existing client relationships, ensuring strong retention of clients and funds under management., • Drive new business activity and sales for the firm by identifying market opportunities and contributing to the development of sales strategies., • Support colleagues and provide input where required to enable the successful fulfilment of shared business objectives., • Proactively contribute to business development by maintaining existing relationships and pitching for new client opportunities., • Ensure the delivery of high-quality service and solutions to clients and stakeholders, applying knowledge gained through practical experience and professional training., • Lead sales meetings, develop client relationships, and close new business opportunities., • Research and identify new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, industry trends, potential clients, partnerships, products, and services, as well as new ways to access existing markets., • Generate leads and conduct outreach to prospective clients through targeted cold calling and networking., • Engage with clients through face-to-face meetings, virtual meetings, and telephone discussions., • Demonstrate strategic thinking by identifying long-term opportunities and setting clear aims and objectives to support business growth., • Undertake strategic planning activities to support the continued development and improvement of the business., • Maintain a strong understanding of the firm’s products and services and be able to communicate their value effectively., • Work with the Head of Business Development to formulate strategic and operational objectives., • Established relationships with Financial Advisers across the UK or within specific regions., • Previous experience in a similar role within an Asset Manager, Discretionary Fund Manager (DFM), Managed Portfolio Service (MPS), investment platform, or experience working as an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA)., • Demonstrated track record of developing and maintaining relationships within the IFA market., • Strong academic background with excellent numerical, analytical, and strategic thinking skills., • High levels of personal drive and integrity, with the ability to deliver results within tight deadlines., • A personable team player capable of building trust and credibility with colleagues and clients., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work., • Motivation to develop and progress within an entrepreneurial environment., • Excellent communication, organisational, and technical skills., • Technical investment knowledge across multiple asset classes is advantageous., • Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative., • Relevant professional qualifications (CII/PFS Level 4 qualification preferred).

Legal Operations Manager (Legal) Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds - Hybrid Our client is searching for a Legal Operations Manager with exceptional skills and experience in the legal sector. This position is rarely available, you would be joining a Top- 70 National Law Firm with an excellent workplace culture and the levels of staff retention only seen in firms that truly value their staff. We are looking for an experienced and highly capable Legal Operations Manager to support the Department Head in driving operational excellence, performance, and continuous improvement across legal teams. This is a pivotal role, acting as a bridge between senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment, consistency, and delivery across key departmental priorities. The Role You will work closely with Department Heads, Partners, and central teams to support the smooth running of the department across its full annual cycle. This includes operational management, financial oversight, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement. You will play a key role in enabling strategic initiatives, improving processes, and ensuring best practice across the department. Key Responsibilities 🔹 Financial Management • Support budgeting and financial reporting processes, • Analyse utilisation and KPI data, providing clear insights, • Liaise with Finance and Partners following up and chasing matters, • Monitor financial performance and streamlining processes 🔹 Operational & Management Support • Coordinate departmental meetings, • Manage key operational rhythms, including BOM and Department Head meetings, • Maintain annual planning trackers and ensure deadlines are met, • Lead and support departmental projects and initiatives, • Organise regular department events, • Identify opportunities for process improvement, • Support transformation initiatives and manage collaboration platforms 🔹 Business Development • Work with BD teams on reporting and strategic initiatives, • Coordinate submissions for legal directories, • Maintain marketing materials, profiles, and departmental data 🔹 Risk & Best Practice • Support delivery of risk and compliance objectives, • Monitor departmental performance against best practice standards, • Coordinate audit requirements and reporting 🔹 Training & HR Support • Coordinate internal and external training programmes, • Monitor training budgets and provider engagement, • Assist with recruitment, appraisals, and performance processes, • Support promotions, compensation reviews, and holiday approvals Skills and experience you will have: • Proven experience in a similar operational, business management, or senior EA role within a law firm, • Highly-tuned interpersonal skills, a mix of assertiveness and dynamism!, • Strong project management and organisational skills, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, • Financial awareness with the ability to analyse and interpret data, • Confidence to influence and challenge senior leaders, • High level of discretion and experience handling confidential information, • Proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused mindset, • Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), • Willingness to travel occasionally This is an opportunity to take on a highly visible role at the heart of the firm, working closely with senior Partners and making a real impact on how the legal teams operate and succeed.

About the job Head of Payroll Permanent Based in Solihull (Hybrid working 3 days in the office / 2 days at home) We are looking for a Head of Payroll to join our friendly and dynamic team here at Waterstones in Solihull. Leading a team of four, you will be responsible for providing a professional and efficient payroll service for 4,000 employees across our retail, head office and warehouse locations. Our retail payroll covers over 300 locations across the UK, ROI, Jersey and the Isle of Man. What you will be doing • Operational control and responsibility of 5 periodic payrolls and 1 additional seasonal payroll for Christmas temps processed by the payroll team to ensure all employees are paid accurately and on time., • Daily management support and guidance of 4 direct reports to include training, development and coaching on any statutory and technical changes as required., • End to end processing of the Main Waterstones UK payroll on SDWorx, to include inspection of output reports, completion of Payroll control sheet and preparation of Gross to Net report for review and sign off by Financial Controller., • To ensure company policy, procedures and audit controls are always adhered to., • Periodic reporting of payroll output to included, long term sickness, pensions, third party reporting submission and authorisation of third payment payments., • To ensure Waterstones is NMW compliant across the different Countries as required. To include periodic payroll reporting, compliance checking and settlement of any underpayment within the relevant period., • Regularly review and develop all payroll systems, processes and procedures to ensure they are effective and efficient., • Planning, testing and implementation of Payroll system upgrades and departmental projects., • To provide the business with support and guidance on any technical issues and statutory updates as required., • Maintain working relationship and escalation route with key stakeholders to include HR Business Partners, Shop Operations, Senior Managers and Management Executive., • Member of the Waterstones Group Pension Governance Committee. What we need from you The ideal candidate will have the following skills, attributes, and experience: Essential skills and experience include • Payroll Management or Payroll Team leader experience., • Technical knowledge of UK and Irish tax regimes., • Strong Excel and reporting skills including formulae, pivot tables and V-lookup., • Strong systems knowledge and experience., • Pensions Auto Enrolment legislation knowledge., • CIPP qualified or have a minimum of 5 years payroll experience in a similar environment \ level. Desirable skills and experience include • Retail sector experience., • Sarbanes Oxley knowledge., • Technical knowledge of Jersey, Isle of Man and Irish Payrolls., • Confident in manual calculations. Person Profile • Organised and efficient., • Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written., • Comfortable working autonomously., • Confident problem solver., • Ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels. Why work for Waterstones Waterstones is the cornerstone of bookselling across the UK and Ireland. Joining Waterstones means being an active part in a success story that began in 1982, and books are as popular now as the day we started. Trading across the UK, Ireland and Europe, we are present in over 300 shopping locations, where Waterstones continues to thrive, each year actively pursuing a programme of new bookshop openings. Online at Waterstones.com, we meanwhile mirror the essence of our bookshops, further showcasing the unique enthusiasm and knowledge of our booksellers. If you have the relevant essential experience and you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Waterstones is committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and is dedicated toward eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our aim is to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel fully respected and to be able to give their best. Diversity Statement At Waterstones, we are committed to creating a workplace that is fair and inclusive to people from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we strive to promote an inclusive work culture. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment processes are free from bias, and our aim is to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel fully respected and able to give their best. Reasonable Adjustments We understand that some disabled applicants may, due to the nature of their disability, find some parts of the recruitment process challenging. If you need any reasonable adjustments during any part of the interview process, please make these known either to your interviewer or the person you liaise with when setting up your interview.

Local Job Title: Senior Projects Lead Department: Projects Office, West Bromwich Reports to: Operations Director SUMMARY Leads the implementation of a standardised project management framework across all active and upcoming projects. Establishes consistent processes, templates, and documentation for project initiation, execution, monitoring, and closure. Trains and mentors project engineers to ensure adoption and adherence to the framework, promoting best practices and high-quality delivery. Provides governance, oversight, and progress reporting to senior leadership, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in project delivery, risk management, and resource allocation. Drives efficiency, compliance, and consistency across the project portfolio. Completes assigned activities under the general direction of the Projects Manager, ensuring full compliance with departmental procedures and the Business Management System. Responsible for the technical, commercial, and safety aspects of multiple projects, serving as the primary project contact for customers, subcontractors, key suppliers, and internal departments. Ensures that all assigned project requirements are efficiently scheduled and successfully executed. ESSENTIAL GENERIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Lead by example, setting the highest standards of project leadership in promoting HS&E planning, consultation, performance, and best practice, ensuring full compliance with company procedures and legal obligations. 2. Lead daily team review meetings to align priorities, coordinate activities, and communicate objectives for the day and week, ensuring all team members are focused on achieving project milestones efficiently. 3. Conduct daily coordination reviews with the Technical Engineering Manager to ensure the integrated Microsoft Project plans for both Projects and Technical Engineering are fully aligned with project schedules, deliverables, and critical milestones, facilitating proactive issue resolution and seamless cross-functional collaboration. 4. Collaborate proactively with the Projects Manager to oversee project plans and performance, providing leadership and guidance to ensure compliance and best practice. 5. Update monthly KPIs, regularly collect, review, and update project performance metrics to accurately reflect progress against schedule, cost, quality, and risk targets. Ensure KPI data is comprehensive, accurate, and aligned with organisational objectives. 6. Project dashboard maintenance, maintain and update the project dashboard, providing real-time visibility into project status, key milestones, and resource allocation. Ensure the dashboard clearly highlights any deviations from planned progress or emerging risks. 7. Business scorecard updates, consolidate project-level data into the business scorecard for management review, ensuring performance indicators across the portfolio are up to date and clearly communicated to senior leadership. 8. Status reporting prepare detailed reports for management review meetings, highlighting progress, key achievements, risks, and issues requiring attention. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to support decision-making. 9. Continuous Improvement monitor trends in KPI performance, identify areas for improvement, and collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions or process enhancements. 10. Cross-Functional alignment work closely with project engineers, technical teams, and finance to ensure consistent reporting standards, data accuracy, and alignment of project metrics with organisational priorities. 11. Allocate HSE responsibilities and duties for site and other project personnel, and ensure projects comply with CDM Regulations as required. 12. Ensure subcontractors and suppliers comply with company policies, procedures, and processes, particularly regarding site-based activities. 13. Conduct formal and informal site safety inspections and audits, and oversee maintenance, submission, and filing of HSE-related documents. 14. Review all applicable job data, including purchase orders, project plans, specifications, and provide comments where necessary. 15. Coordinate with departments and project engineers/managers to meet scheduled deadlines, maintain schedules for purchasing, fabrication, construction, inspection, and start-up, and prioritise staff workload to meet project goals; assign warranty items to engineering staff. 16. Schedule and conduct project review meetings focused on scope of supply, cost, construction, and project scheduling. 17. Advise the Projects Manager of project status, risks, variations, costs, and warranty issues, ensuring adherence to policies and established safety procedures. 18. Maintain effective communication with customers regarding project schedules and any project-related issues. 19. Mentor and guide less experienced members of the project department., 20. Provide input and feedback into proposals, installation, production, purchasing, and design as required. 21. Lead the implementation of a standardized project management framework across all active and upcoming projects, including policies, procedures, templates, KPIs, and reporting structures. 22. Design and deliver training programs for project engineers on the framework, including workshops, hands-on sessions, and ongoing coaching to ensure adoption and adherence. 23. Monitor framework adoption, address challenges, and maintain training records and adoption metrics. 24. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in project delivery, risk management, and resource allocation. 25. Produce deliverables including project management framework documentation, templates, guidance, training materials, workshop records, monthly progress reports, and recommendations for process optimization. 26. Other duties as required. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE • Degree, HNC, or equivalent in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline., • Minimum seven years’ experience in project management, engineering, or site management with proven project delivery (Preferred) • Experience designing and implementing project management frameworks or standard operating procedures. • Strong training, mentoring, stakeholder management, and communication skills., • Proficiency in project management tools, ERP systems, and MS Office suite., • High-level knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, risk management, and cost control, including forecasting and reporting. PREFFERED COMPETENCIES • PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification., • Experience in industrial, engineering, or infrastructure projects., • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to lead change and drive adoption across multi-disciplinary teams. COMMUNICATION SKILLS • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills when engaging with customers, supply chain partners, senior management, and internal teams, ensuring clear and effective information sharing. • Analyse technical, contractual, and commercial documentation, providing clear and professional responses to queries, risks, and issues. • Prepare and present accurate project status reports, KPI updates, and performance summaries, clearly highlighting progress, risks, and required actions to support management decision-making. • Lead and participate in meetings with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring discussions are focused, outcomes are documented, and actions are clearly assigned. REPORTING & PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT • Report directly to the Operations Director and Senior Leadership Team, providing clear visibility of project performance, strategic alignment, and key risks across the portfolio. • Conduct structured weekly progress reviews with the Operations Director to assess project status, milestone achievement, resource allocation, emerging risks, and required corrective actions. • Prepare and present comprehensive monthly reports to senior management outlining progress against schedule, budget performance, forecast position, cost variances, overspends, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies. Ensure reporting aligns with agreed KPIs, dashboard metrics, and business scorecard requirements. • Ensure all formal project communications, decisions, variations, and key actions are accurately documented and distributed in accordance with company procedures, governance standards, and data management policies. • Performance will be measured against agreed deliverables, framework adoption metrics, project outcomes, and financial performance indicators. Ongoing feedback and review discussions will support continuous improvement and alignment with departmental and organisational objectives.

Solicitor Private Family Dudley | Full Time | Permanent Talbots is growing, and we’re excited to welcome a dynamic and personable Private Family Solicitor to work within our expanding team. If you’re a qualified Solicitor with at least two years of post‑qualification experience, this could be the perfect next step in your career. In this role, you’ll work within the Family Law Department dealing predominantly with Domestic Violence, Private Children and Finances work. You will provide family law advice to clients, handling matters from initially instruction through to completion, working closely with your clients every step of the way. This is a unique role in the way that you will be handling private family matters, however these will be funded through Legal Aid. This role will be based initially in our Dudley office, however, after successful integration into the team we can consider bases in other offices. Who are Talbots Law? An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828. Today, we operate across 19 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses. We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service. At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing. What do we offer? • Competitive salaries with annual review., • Annual tax-free* profit-share., • 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards., • Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees)., • Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary)., • Enhanced Company Sick Pay., • Salary Extras benefits scheme, • Medicash Health Cash Plan., • Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision., • Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees)., • Salary Sacrifice schemes. What does the job involve? • To advise upon and conduct proceedings on a full range of predominantly Legally Aided matters., • To secure the proper course of action and balanced and favourable judgements in cases relating to divorce, domestic violence, Children law / Children Act applications, emergency applications and orders, Special Guardianship and finances., • Conduct advocacy on own matters and colleague’s matters if required., • Take part in business development, specifically developing relationships with domestic violence charities., • Assessing clients for Legal Aid and making Legal Aid applications via CCMS. What do you need? • To be a Qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years post qualified working experience within a Family Department handling Private Family Law maters., • Candidates would preferably be familiar with LAA applications and assessments., • Passionate about providing outstanding client care and service., • Accurate and articulate in written and spoken communication with a high level of attention to detail., • Excellent administrative, planning, organisation and time management as well as being proficient in a variety of IT software, including all MS Office applications., • Excellent interpersonal and team working skills., • Experience in advocacy, business development and networking.

Property Portfolio Manager / Workplace Strategy Manager 📍 Birmingham 💷 Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits 🕒 Full Time | Permanent | Hybrid (2 days in the office) We’re currently recruiting for a Property Portfolio & Workplace Strategy Manager to join a well-established, multi-office international law firm. This is a hands-on property role focused on office space strategy and delivery. If you have experience negotiating office space, managing relocations, delivering refits and shaping workplace strategy, we want to hear from you! The Opportunity This role sits at the heart of property decision-making, balancing operational delivery with longer-term workplace strategy. You will: • Lead on office acquisitions and lease negotiations, • Manage lease events and maintain a strategic lease diary, • Oversee office relocations, refits and capital projects, • Work closely with senior leadership on portfolio planning, • Manage external consultants and professional advisors, • Drive workplace initiatives aligned with sustainability and Net Zero ambitions, • Oversee budgets and supplier relationships, • Act as the escalation point for property-related matters This is a visible role with genuine influence across the business. What We’re Looking For • Birmingham-based (or able to commute to Birmingham twice per week), • Strong background in office space negotiations and portfolio management, • Proven experience delivering office moves and refits, • Commercially astute and confident dealing with landlords and agents, • Ideally RICS qualified (or working towards), • Strong financial and analytical capability, • Professional, discreet and confident managing senior stakeholders Importantly, this is not a facilities management role. We are looking for someone with core real estate and workplace strategy expertise. Package & Benefits • Salary up to £65,000, • Annual bonus scheme, • Group Personal Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance from day one, • Discounted gym memberships, • Free cinema tickets, • Health assessments and wellbeing benefits If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely shape workplace strategy while remaining close to delivery, I’d welcome a confidential conversation. 📩 Message me directly or apply via LinkedIn.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Contract: Government Location: Birmingham, B37 7YE - hybrid working with some travel Hours of work: 40 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the full commercial lifecycle of projects within a dynamic facilities management (FM) environment. In this role, you’ll provide accurate cost control, support robust commercial governance, and ensure effective contract management across capital projects, lifecycle works, and reactive programmes. Working within NEC4 frameworks, you’ll safeguard financial accuracy, assess commercial risk, and contribute to best‑practice project delivery. About the Role You will work closely with Project Managers, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver strong commercial outcomes across a high‑profile government contract. This position requires someone who can confidently produce clear commercial reports, manage supplier performance, and maintain compliance throughout pre‑ and post‑contract phases. Key Responsibilities • Review client project requests and analyse supplier tenders to determine requirements., • Prepare and issue tender documentation in accordance with NEC and internal procedures., • Evaluate returned tenders and provide commercially sound recommendations., • Create supplier appointment documentation, including Deal Sheets, subcontract agreements, and pricing schedules., • Upload tender information, proposals, and supporting documents into CEMAR or other digital systems., • Maintain project cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting throughout delivery., • Produce monthly valuations and applications for payment under NEC procedures., • Review and approve supplier applications, invoices, variations, and final accounts. What You’ll Bring • Experience in cost planning, estimating, valuations, and commercial reporting., • Strong NEC3/NEC4 knowledge, including CEs and EWNs., • Skilled in preparing and analysing tenders, supplier submissions, and subcontract documents., • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modelling)., • Able to interpret scopes, drawings, specifications, and FM technical details., • Proficient with digital contract tools such as CEMAR., • Strong financial control across forecasting, accruals, and reconciliations., • Background in FM, construction, maintenance, or lifecycle projects., • Knowledge of building fabric and M&E systems., • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management., • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities., • Proactive problem‑solver with a focus on governance and compliance., • Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related field, or working toward qualification., • NEC‑trained or able to demonstrate NEC competency., • Full UK driving licence., • Degree, HNC, or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field. Or experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor & working toward professional qualification. All candidates must be able to obtain BPSS Security Clearance. Click here for more info on this: BPSS Check The Company ISS is a global leader in workplace and facilities management, helping organisations create environments where people and businesses can thrive. We partner with clients across sectors—from healthcare to finance—to deliver smart, sustainable solutions that improve everyday experiences. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to diversity, wellbeing, and supporting the Armed Forces community. As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you require any adjustments, please contact our Resourcing Team—we’ll be happy to support you. Join ISS and be part of something bigger. If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing

Business Analyst – Workforce Management (WFM) Review Programme Overview We are seeking two experienced Business Analysts to support a strategic Workforce Management (WFM) transformation programme across 12 UK contracts. This programme will conduct a comprehensive review of WFM practices, processes, systems and usage, with the objective of defining future-state requirements and preparing the organisation for a potential system-wide deployment or market re-procurement exercise. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape operational performance, financial efficiency and workforce optimisation at scale. Key Focus Technology solutions mapping, systems analysis and requirements translation aligned to business needs. Key Responsibilities • Analyse current WFM systems usage across multiple contracts, including Time & Attendance and Scheduling modules, • Assess suitability and scalability of the existing solution (T2W), • Translate operational requirements into clear functional and technical specifications, • Map system integrations from scheduling through to payroll interfaces, • Identify gaps, duplication, manual processes and rework, • Develop a prioritised requirements and design document covering:, • Functional requirements, • Technical architecture, • Reporting and analytics, • Integration requirements, • Governance controls, • Conduct market scan and supplier analysis, • Support options appraisal including total cost of ownership modelling, • Contribute to cost benefit analysis and ROI modelling (target ROI within 18 months), • Demonstrable experience delivering WFM system reviews or implementations, • Strong understanding of:, • Workforce Planning & Forecasting, • Scheduling & Rostering systems, • Time & Attendance platforms, • Payroll interfaces and system integrations, • Experience conducting market scans and supporting procurement exercises, • Ability to work across multiple operational contracts and stakeholders, • Strong documentation and structured requirements capability

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects. We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. That’s why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level. We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk. What we are recruiting for: We are currently recruiting for a Senior Commercial Manager / Procurement Manager to join the team delivering Defence sector work across the Midlands, based out of our Birmingham office. The Senior Commercial Manager is responsible for all commercial and financial elements on a high value, complex construction project through pre-construction, delivery and final accounts stages, the candidate is to have a particular focus with regards to management of the procurement process and seeking compliance and efficiencies across the Bovis projects Key responsibilities: • Development and compliance management of procurement strategies, including close management of tender event schedules, subcontractor capacity mapping and due diligence, • Management of DEOP commitments in terms of the use of Defence Sourcing Portal, S1400 (Procurement Scope process) alignment and sharing of best practise across DIO portfolio of projects with other alliance members, • Identifying procurement opportunities / buying efficiencies across Bovis projects., • Leads the management of the cash position across project with focus at trade package level to deliver profit to business in accordance with business unit plan., • Contributes to the robust implementation and management of commercial, legal, insurance and risk controls at package level feeding into the wider management of the project., • Procure the project in accordance with approved strategy ensuring that orders are fully scoped, bought at best value and are correctly contracted in accordance with limits of authority., • Accurate commercial reporting and contract administration with focus on trade packages and other supply orders. This includes (but is not limited to) interim payments, management of change accounts, cashflows, final accounting and contract administration., • Adhering (and where necessary put in place) to structures and processes to ensure consistency of delivery across the project., • Where the position has direct reports; developing team members to enhance the overall performance of the project and ensuring that project teams are appropriately resourced and that succession plans are in place., • Managing supply chain relationships at package level to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach to procurement. Credentials required: • Professional Construction Qualifications relevant to the role or qualified by appropriate level of experience, • Have a related Chartership such as MRICS, • Degree in Quantity Surveying or other construction related degree Skills required: • Experience within a Senior Commercial Manager role coupled with procurement experience and exposure in the public sector., • Engagement with project teams (operations and commercial) to understand construction methodology and required supply chain / materials., • Reporting and presenting supply chain / procurement strategies internally and externally., • Supply chain skillset and locations, KPI compliance, due diligence checks, construction methodology. programmes and procurement timescales. Knowledge required: • NEC contract knowledge would be desirable, • Due diligence, aligning with contractors and suppliers, accreditation in place, • Supply chain, external checks and balances, • Ensuring correct contractors who will stand the test of time, • Supply chain skillset and locations, KPI compliance, due diligence checks, construction methodology. programmes and procurement timescales Experience required: • Senior Commercial Manager experience, understanding programs, tender and procurement processes and construction methodology, • Public sector procurement, working with wider stakeholders and alliance members, negotiation of bulk buying arrangements and phased procurement / call off scenarios, • Due diligence - financial performance, capacity, accreditation, previous reviews, • NEC contract experience and understanding / experience of target cost contracts., • Clear understanding and experience of public sector procurement processes, • Experience working with public sector clients., • Experience of working for a principal contractor, • Demonstrate excellent planning and organisational skills., • Able to prepare subcontract documentation ready for engrossment by external parties. We will provide: • Car allowance, • Up to 10% employer pension contribution, • Private medical health benefit, • Life assurance, • 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days, • 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave, • Health and wellbeing support and initiatives, • 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services, • Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide, • Industry leading parental leave Belong at Bovis We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm. We are a disability inclusive employer. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method. We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here. Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled. Bovis Building Relationships We do what’s right, always We succeed together We bring energy We are Bovis

The Role Family Partner (8+ PQE) – Birmingham – Salary up to £155,000 We are working with a thriving Legal 500, top 40 national practice seeking a talented Private Family Partner to join their expanding Birmingham office. As part of a highly regarded family law team, you’ll advise individuals and families across the UK on a broad range of private family law matters, including UHNW / HNW divorce, financial settlements, children arrangements, international cases, military and farming divorce, succession planning, pre-nuptial agreements, and domestic abuse protection. You’ll benefit from a steady flow of quality instructions and a supportive, collaborative environment. The Candidate • Qualified Solicitor or CILEX (8+ PQE Partner), • Experience dealing with privately funded family law matters, • Ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and manage a varied caseload., • Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative., • Excellent organisation and time-management skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The Benefits & How to Apply • Hybrid working (up to 3 days from home dependant on experience), • Clear path to partnership (if not already there), • Modern Central London offices, easily accessible by public transport, • Competitive salary & bonus scheme, • Company pension, private health and death in service benefits, • Ongoing training and professional development Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact: Lauren Green, Retained Consultant Office Number: 0121 392 7377 Mobile: 07496 883 721 Email: More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients including a range of Legal 500 firms.

Role Summary Aubay is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join our global client in the Financial Services sector. This role requires someone passionate about delivering high-quality solutions across the full project lifecycle - from ideation through to transition and handover. The ideal candidate will be a strong collaborator, capable of connecting the dots between scope, product, requirements, architecture/design, cross-functional delivery teams, end-to-end planning, and governance. We're looking for someone who excels in stakeholder management, thrives under pressure, and can motivate both themselves and others to achieve results in complex environments. This role requires the successful candidate to be onsite in Solihull three days a week; this is a non-negotiable requirement. Required Skills and Experience • Agile Project Management, Scrum and/or PRINCE2 Certification, • Over 7+ years of experience managing simultaneous complex programmes/projects within Financial Services, • Experience of working within a matrix management programme and Business as Usual (BAU) environment, Cost estimation, High level plan, Detail Component level plan, RACI & RAIDS., • Previous experience with large-scale cloud migration programmes, • Broad knowledge of IT platforms and technologies, • Knowledge of Software Application Development in both Waterfall & Agile, • Self-starter who will work on their own initiative and drive others, • Delivery-focused / results-driven with effective problem-solving and leadership skills, • Effective risk assessment and management, • Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management ability, • Proven budget control and cost management experience, • Understanding of key legal and compliance regulations, • Strong MS |Office Product skills including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Microsoft Test Manager (MTM), Team Foundation Server (TFS) etc. Desirable Skills / Experience • Previous experience in motor Finance, • Previous experience with cloud architecture, • Agile project lifecycle, • Finance platforms Key Role Responsibilities • Follow the established Project Management Methodology and produce key project documentation., • Create, manage, and deliver: End-to-end project scope and planning, • Governance covering Security, Data, Finance, Compliance, Risk, Controls, Operations, PMO, and BAU transition, • RAID logs and RACI matrices, • Manage stakeholders, budgets, suppliers, core project teams, and cross-functional delivery teams., • Prepare project documentation including status updates, exception reports, and specialist briefings., • Identify, secure, and deploy internal and external resources effectively., • Monitor progress against the project plan, adjusting as needed to ensure on-time delivery., • Oversee and review work packages at each phase of the project lifecycle., • Lead day-to-day management of teams, workstreams, and delivery to meet project goals., • Run regular checkpoints and communication with clients, partners, third parties, and internal stakeholders., • Proactively identify and manage risks, conduct risk assessments, and define contingency plans., • Support decision-making in collaboration with the Project Sponsor and Steering Group., • Adapt management style to team dynamics and project complexity., • Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence., • Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, adjusting approach as situations evolve., • Ensure full compliance with legal, regulatory, and data protection obligations., • Commit to personal development and required training in line with project and company standards. About Aubay UK – Ahead of Innovation! Aubay UK is a recognised InSourcing Partner for client-side deployment delivered across London. Our team, based in Canary Wharf, specialises in hiring IT professionals within London’s Energy and FinTech sectors, helping our clients to expand their operations with top-tier talent who are experts in their fields. We work exclusively with clients who are globally recognized as Energy Super Majors/Financial Services and innovative FinTech players. Aubay UK is the most recently started branch of Aubay Group. Aubay Group is an international Digital Services Company, listed on a Euronext Stock Exchange, who have been operating for 25 years in the European market and working alongside some of the biggest names in the Banking, Finance, Insurance, Energy, IT/Digital, Manufacturing, Transport and Telecoms sectors. With over 7,800 employees across 7 countries and 16 offices in England, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Aubay Group generated revenues of €513 million in 2022. What Aubay UK Offers At Aubay UK, people are at the heart of our business. We offer a competitive remuneration package which includes a range of benefits. You will receive continuous support from our dedicated team of Talent Acquisition Specialists who will support your career development and success during your assignment with our client. Other benefits include: • 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Pension scheme, • Work from home opportunities, • Opportunity to work directly for the client at the end of assignment Our Client Our client is a leading finance provider in the UK and Europe and is part of one of the world’s largest financial entities. In this fast-paced digital-first world, our client provides responsible consumer finance solutions in a B2B and B2C capacity and offer a variety of creative strategies and adaptable lending choices that convert aspirations into reality. Their vision is to be a driver of positive change and to provide helpful and affordable finance options that customers can trust and use every day. Over the last 50 years, our client has built a portfolio of over 27 million clients and employs more than 20,000 employees globally, with a team of around 700 here in the UK. With their firm focus on creating a leading working environment with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and CSR, our client has been recognised as one of the top employers in the UK for three consecutive years. Apply via our website - This role requires you to be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Aubay UK is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

INVESTMENT MANAGER – DIRECTOR LEVEL UP TO £125,000 BASIC + PERFORMANCE BONUS | BIRMINGHAM | LEADING WEALTH MANAGER This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for an experienced Investment Manager to join one of the UK's most respected wealth management businesses in their Birmingham office. My client is looking for a Director-level individual to take on and develop a high-quality book of HNW private client relationships, with real scope to build something significant over the coming years. If you are the kind of investment professional who loves both the craft of managing money and the commercial side of growing a client base; someone who is energised by networking, building introducer relationships, and winning new business - this could be a very compelling next step. The role: • Take on responsibility for an established portfolio of high-net-worth private clients, delivering a first-class, personalised investment management service, • Actively build and develop the client book through professional introducers, networking events, seminars, and referrals, bringing a clear and considered approach to business development, • Work collaboratively with colleagues across financial planning, tax, and other disciplines to deliver joined-up wealth management solutions, • Contribute to the growth and profile of the Birmingham office, acting as a credible and visible ambassador for the business in the local market What we're looking for: • An experienced Investment Manager operating at or ready for Director level, with a strong track record of managing HNW private client portfolios, • A background working with charities and trustee clients would be a real advantage, though strong general HNW private client experience is equally welcome, • A genuine appetite for business development, someone who enjoys this part of the role and can articulate a credible plan for how they would grow a client base, • Strong relationship-building skills and the confidence to represent the business externally with professional introducers and at industry events, • Relevant professional qualifications are ideally CFA, CISI Level 7, or equivalent What's on offer: • Basic salary of up to £125,000 depending on experience, • Discretionary performance-related bonus, • The opportunity to join a highly regarded, well-resourced wealth management business with a strong national presence and a genuinely collegiate culture, • Real scope to build and shape your own client portfolio within a supportive and ambitious team environment This is a role for someone who takes real pride in both the quality of their investment work and the strength of their client relationships, and who is ready to back themselves to grow something they can be proud of. If this sounds like you, I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch to find out more.

Company Description BRAC Saajan Exchange Ltd. (BSEL), part of the BRAC Bank PLC and the BRAC global family, is an FCA-authorised payment institution specializing in secure international money transfers. Based in the UK, BSEL provides competitive remittance services through a network of over 300 agents, the REMITnGO mobile app, and an online platform. With a robust payout network in Bangladesh and ambitions for global expansion, BSEL is renowned for delivering fast, reliable, and user-friendly financial solutions. BSEL is committed to advancing financial inclusion and connecting communities around the world. Role Description We are seeking an accomplished Head of Retail to lead our retail sales strategy and drive growth across our remittance business. This is a key leadership role for a commercially minded professional with strong experience in sales leadership, business development, and agent network management within remittance, banking, or financial services. The successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening our retail performance, developing high-performing sales teams, enhancing customer and agent relationships, and supporting the company’s continued growth in a competitive market. Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute retail sales strategies to achieve business targets and expand market presence., • Lead, coach, and motivate sales teams to deliver strong performance and revenue growth., • Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, partners, and key customers., • Design and implement initiatives to improve customer and agent satisfaction, engagement, and loyalty., • Plan and coordinate structured agent visit schedules and ensure timely reporting for sales and compliance purposes., • Support the MD & CEO with agent engagement visits and business development activities., • Present the company’s value proposition, services, and processes effectively to clients and partners., • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and pricing to identify opportunities and improve performance., • Forecast regional and territory sales targets and establish clear performance benchmarks., • Analyse sales data and market insights to support annual revenue and gross profit planning., • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to improve products, services, and operational processes. Candidate profile: • Proven experience in sales leadership, business development, or a similar role in remittance, banking, or financial services., • A strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets., • Demonstrated success in managing and developing high-performing teams., • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills., • Strong analytical ability with a data-driven approach to decision-making., • Experience managing agent networks and strategic partnerships., • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. What we offer • Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience, • Performance-related bonus, • Pension scheme, • Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation How to Apply If you are ready to take on a senior leadership role and make a meaningful impact on business growth, we encourage you to apply. Please send your CV to:

Senior Estimator Galldris Group Location: Birmingham An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Estimator to join our Midlands team. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for compiling competitive Civils tenders within the business and they reflect our win themes and the client requirements in terms of content, format and timescales and produce accurate, competitive, error free, thorough, well researched tenders in a standard format, whilst maintaining estimating files and records as required complying with Governance and Audit requirements. You will ideally have a Civil Engineering background with proven experience delivering civils projects across both pre‑construction and construction phases. A strong technical foundation in drainage, groundworks, highways, and reinforced concrete (RC) structures is essential. Key Accountabilities to include, but not limited to: • Ensure all Tender information is logged and maintained into the system, has a Tender Number and has been processed by the Estimating Administrator, • Dissemination of tender documentation to commercial, operational, procurement, finance, insurance and legal functions as required, • Support and answer questions at presentations at client tender briefings, site visits and interviews, • Raising formal tender queries, disseminating client responses to tender queries and disseminating client revisions to tender documents, • Encourage Business-to-Business meetings with suppliers, • Prepare and manage subcontract and supplier enquiries as required to support submission of tenders and undertake analysis, • Where required, undertake measurement and quantification of tender drawings and produce a Bill of Quantities in recognised method of measurement appropriate to the work type being tendered. OR where take-off being undertaken externally then liaise with relevant parties to ensure this is done in a timely manner. Review and challenge take off for completeness produced by others, • Update all data utilised in tender build up are current and relevant (e.g. Labour, Plant, Materials and Preliminaries rates applicable to delivery period), • Check any received quotations from prospective suppliers / subcontracts are compliant with client / tender requirements (validity, approvals, technical requirements etc), • Investigate Value Engineering or Alternative tender submissions; develop and price any worthy of consideration for our submission, • Liaise and challenge the planner to agree programme outputs (and overall programme) & identify and include appropriate method related temporary works allowance(s), • Present the estimate at tender settlement then capture and incorporate settlement adjustments, • Compliance with the Bid Governance process, including producing bid governance data (Estimating Software outputs, comparisons of subbies etc) and complete templates as required for bid governance reviews and obtain approval to submit tender, • Produce final submission estimate which complies with Employers format., • Ensuring hand over from estimating to commercial, operational, procurement, finance functions for all contract wins through the contract hand over and start up process, • Where required, input into production of tender stage risk & opportunity register, • Prepare and submit responses to post-tender estimating questions, collating responses from within the team, • Arrange internal launch meeting and settlement meeting on smaller schemes led by Estimator, • Liaise with our designers/temp works designers (or assist our design manager) in producing a Design for estimation purposes Experience/Knowledge: • Experience in a similar role, • Understanding of Risk & Opportunity analysis, • Good financial acumen with an ability to analyse complex data and documentation accurately Skills: • IT skills of high standard, • Must be Candy or Conquest user with high level of experience, • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, • Ability to deal with clients & internal staff, • Ability to work on own initiative, • Meticulous, organised, pro-active with positive attitude and willing to learn, • Self-motivated and enthusiastic, • Excellent organisational and planning skills, • Constantly striving to improve and exceed expectations ensuring safety and quality are never compromised. Qualifications: • Educated to degree level or equivalent desirable but not essential, • A-level, HND (or similar) in Maths, Physics or Engineering– desirable, • Member of professional organisation - desirable Interested applicants must be eligible to work legally in the UK. Should you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role, then we would love to hear from you. Employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Galldris. Galldris is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic. Please note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable.

Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you’ll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership * Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. * Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. * Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence * End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. * Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. * Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. * Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance * Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. * HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. * Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for * Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). * Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). * Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. * International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. * Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We’re big on collaboration and connection, so you’ll be based in our Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What’s in it for you * Bring us all this - and you’ll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation * We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) * Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance – with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave * Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it’s about what you do, not just what you say. That’s why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: * REACH – Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies * OutFront – to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates * Mind Your Mind – signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all * Women in Tech – promoting an inclusive environment in tech * EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

About the opportunity\n\nAre you looking for a Finance Director role where you can genuinely influence strategy, not just report on it? This is a Board-level position within a well-established and growing UK financial services business, now entering its next phase of development.\n\nAbout the business\n\nThe organisation has a strong track record and a clear strategic direction.Over the past decade, it has evolved from a traditional broker-led model into a more scalable, lending-focused business strengthening control over its portfolio, enhancing long-term value and creating a platform for sustainable growth.\n\nWith continued investment in funding, product development, and operational infrastructure, the business is well positioned for the future. With an experienced leadership team is in place, the next step is appointing a Finance Director who can support, challenge and help shape what comes next. This includes not only defining the financial direction but ensuring its effective delivery and execution across the business.\n\nAbout the role\n\nReporting to the Managing Director and operating at Board level, you will take full ownership of the finance function and play a key role in shaping both financial performance and strategic direction. You will play a central role in translating strategy into actionable plans, ensuring that financial priorities are embedded, tracked, and delivered across the organisation.\n\nKey responsibilities as Finance Director include:\n\n * Developing and delivering the financial strategy aligned to business objectives;\n\n * Translating strategic objectives into clear financial plans, budgets, and measurable outcomes;\n\n * Full responsibility for finance reporting and control;\n\n * Leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling;\n\n * Overseeing management information and providing clear, insightful reporting to the Board;\n\n * Supporting funding strategy and managing relationships with external stakeholders;\n\n * Ensuring compliance with regulatory, statutory, and governance requirements;\n\n * Leading, developing, and structuring the finance function;\n\n * Providing commercial insight and constructive challenge to support decision-making;\n\n * Develop and manage the financial infrastructure of the business.\n\nYou will also contribute at Senior Management Team and Board level, supporting governance, reporting, and strategic decision-making across the business.\n\nAbout you\n\n * A qualified accountant ACA, ACCA or ACMA with significant senior finance leadership experience, ideally within a regulated or financial services environment.\n\n * Strong technical background in UK, IFRS and UK Tax;\n\n * Commercially aware and a strategic thinker;\n\n * A proven ability to implement and deliver strategy, not just develop it;\n\n * Confidence operating at Board level, with the ability to influence and challenge;\n\n * A track record of building and developing high-performing teams;\n\n * A balance of technical strength and pragmatic, business-focused thinking;\n\n * Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic and evolving environment;\n\n * Experience across funding structures, financial modelling, and regulatory frameworks will be advantageous.\n\n * Confidence when communicating with both internal and externally stakeholders.\n\nWhat’s on offer\n\nA genuine Board-level role with influence across strategy, growth and performance;\n\nFull ownership of the finance function within a growing and evolving business;\n\nClose partnership with an experienced and engaged leadership team;\n\nA varied and high-impact role offering both challenge and opportunity;\n\nThe opportunity to shape the finance function and support long-term growth.\n\nPackage & benefits\n\nA competitive executive package will be offered, aligned to the seniority and impact of the role, including:\n\n * Six-figure base salary\n\n * Performance-related bonus\n\n * Car allowance\n\n * Pension scheme\n\n * Private medical insurance\n\n * Life assurance\n\n * 30+ days holiday plus bank holidays\n\n * Flexible working arrangements\n\nApply Now\n\nIf you are looking for a Finance Director role where you can contribute at Board level, influence strategic direction and make a meaningful impact within a growing financial services business, this opportunity is worth exploring. Particularly if you are motivated by turning strategy into tangible results and driving performance across a business.\n\nIf your experience and ambitions align with the role, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please send your CV at your earliest convenience, as we are meeting with suitable candidates on an ongoing basis.\n\nWe look forward to speaking with you

Interim Finance Director \n Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)\n Day Rate: Competitive\n Contract: 6-12 months\n\nOverview\n\nWe are supporting a well-established housebuilding/construction business in the Midlands with the appointment of an Interim Finance Director. This is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for the regional finance function, providing strategic and commercial support to the Managing Director and wider board.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and manage the regional finance function, ensuring robust financial control and governance\n\nAct as a key business partner to the Managing Director and senior leadership team\n\nOversee budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning cycles\n\nDeliver timely and accurate management information and board reporting\n\nProvide commercial insight across land, sales and build functions\n\nManage cash flow, funding requirements and working capital\n\nLead, develop and support the finance team\n\nCandidate Profile\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)\n\nDemonstrable experience operating at Finance Director level within the housebuilding sector\n\nStrong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge at board level\n\nExperience within a multi-site, operational environment\n\nProven leadership capability with the ability to drive performance\n\nAdditional Information\n\nHybrid working model based in Birmingham\n\nImmediate or short notice availability preferred\n\nOpportunity to play a key role within an established and growing business

Paraplanner | Central Birmingham | £35-50k | Hybrid (2 days in office)\n \n We're working with a well-respected independent financial planning firm in central Birmingham looking to add a paraplanner to their team.\n \n This is a proper paraplanning role — working closely with advisers across the full client journey, supporting on pensions, investments and protection, and producing high-quality, compliant advice.\n\n You'll be involved in:\n \nWriting suitability reports \nTechnical research and calculations \nPortfolio analysis and recommendations \nSupporting implementation and ongoing client work \nAttending client meetings where appropriate \nIt's a collaborative setup where paraplanners are part of the advice process - not just report writers.\n \n For those interested, there is a clear route into advisory over time, but the role is equally suited to someone who wants to develop as a career paraplanner.\n \n What matters:\n \nParaplanning experience \nLevel 4 Diploma (or close) \nStrong technical and report writing capability \nAttention to detail and pride in output \nHybrid working (2 days in the office), with a supportive team, good systems, and a quality client base.\n \n If you're looking for a well-run firm and a solid long-term role, it's worth a conversation.\n \n Get in touch with Ellis Mears at EJP for full details

Permanent Management Accountant job in Walsall paying £45,000 - £55,000 per annum for a construction company Your new company Are you a driven Management Accountant looking to take ownership of your work in a fast‑paced, growing construction environment? Hays Senior Finance are exclusively working with a company who are looking for a confident finance professional to join their team in Walsall and play a key role in shaping the financial performance of their business. Your new role As the Management Accountant, you’ll be the financial heartbeat of the operation—providing accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and proactive support to project teams and senior leadership. You’ll help the company understand the numbers behind their projects, improve profitability, and strengthen their financial processes as they continue to grow. Duties of the role include: • Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, and variance analysis, • Support project managers with cost reporting, budgeting, and financial planning, • Monitor project performance, margins, and cash flow, • Maintain accurate job costing and WIP schedules, • Providing financial analysis as and when needed, • Assist with year‑end processes and external audits, • Drive improvements in financial controls and reporting efficiency, • Provide clear, actionable insights to support decision‑making across the business What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working within a construction business. They will either be, studying towards an accounting qualification or be a fully qualified accountant. The candidate will be happy working in a construction business based in Walsall on a hybrid working arrangement. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary based on experience, • Permanent, stable role within a well‑established construction business, • Support for professional development and qualifications, • Friendly, collaborative team culture, • Real influence over financial processes and business performanceWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4757515

About The Company\nAt Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within environments that are both warm and nurturing. We pride ourselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every person in our care. \n\nAbout The Role\nResponsibilities: \nAs Deputy Manager of an adult residential home, you will be supporting the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in line with CQC standards. Leading and supervising staff, manage rotas, and contributing to recruitment, training, and performance development. \nThe role includes maintaining accurate records, overseeing care planning, safeguarding residents, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment. Liaising effectively with residents, families, professionals, and external agencies to promote well-being, dignity, and independence, while also assisting with audits, inspections, and compliance requirements. \n \nOur Core Values: \n➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential. \n➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes. \n➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. \n➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. \n➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. \n➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. \n➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities. \nWhy Choose Us? \n✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support. \n✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support. \n✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance. \n✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities. \nStill not convinced? \n🌟 Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. \n🌍 Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces. \n♿ Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.\n \nSalutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks

Technical Design Lead (LCDAE)\n\nOur client, a leading consultancy in the energy and engineering sectors, is currently seeking a Technical Design Lead to join their team. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in the field.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nLead large-scale design projects, overseeing all phases from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to project closeout.\nProvide overall project management including resourcing, risk management, and financial oversight.\nAct as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction.\nEnsure compliance with best practices and UK regulations, including safety standards.\nLead contract negotiations and actively pursue new business opportunities.\nManage subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and project stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.\nAct as Lead Contractor Design Approval Engineer (LCDAE), ensuring compliance with UK Construction regulations and National Grid procedures.\nLead engineering design efforts across the UK business, collaborating with the Engineering Director to form global project teams.\nDrive strategic development of the department and contribute to business planning.\nFoster a world-class customer service culture to drive client success and maintain a high standard of ethics and integrity.\nAct as principal designer representative (PD Rep).\n\nJob Requirements:\n\nBachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with design management experience.\nAdvanced understanding of UK CDM Regulations and different forms of contracts (NEC, FIDIC).\nProven experience managing multiple high-value, complex projects.\nExperience working on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects is an advantage.\nStrong technical, contractual, and financial management skills.\nLeadership in fostering client success and world-class customer service.\nAbility to provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff.\nProven track record in business growth and identifying new opportunities.\n\nBenefits:\n\nCompetitive salary\nOpportunity to work on landmark projects\nProfessional development and training opportunities\nFostering a culture of curiosity and diverse perspectives\nGlobally connected team\nIf you are an experienced Technical Design Lead looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply now and be a part of our client's innovative and dynamic team

We are seeking experienced and highly motivated Project Managers with a strong background in ductwork systems to join a growing team. This is a site-based role, requiring a hands-on approach to successfully deliver high-value, complex projects. We are looking for 3 x Project Managers for high value projects in the Midlands, Anglia and South West\n\nA highly competitive lodging allowance is provided to support candidates working away from home, ensuring flexibility and comfort while on assignment..\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n· Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of ductwork and ventilation projects from inception to completion\n\n· Take a hands-on, site-based role in managing day-to-day operations and driving project progress\n\n· Manage high-value projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification\n\n· Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to maintain clear communication and alignment\n\n· Oversee site activities, ensuring compliance with health & safety standards and best practices\n\n· Monitor project performance, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies\n\n· Manage procurement, subcontractors, and supply chain activities\n\n· Provide regular progress and financial reports to senior stakeholders\n\n· Ensure all work is delivered to the highest quality standards\n\nCandidate Requirements\n\n· Proven experience as a Project Manager within the ductwork or HVAC industry\n\n· Strong track record of successfully delivering high-value, site-based projects\n\n· Hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front on-site\n\n· Excellent technical knowledge of ductwork systems and installation processes\n\n· Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills\n\n· Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work in fast-paced environments\n\n· Commercially astute with solid budget and cost management experience\n\n· Willingness to travel and work across multiple UK locations

We are seeking an experienced and driven Asset Investment Manager to lead the delivery of our capital works, planned investment programmes, and fire safety compliance across a large and diverse housing portfolio. This is a home-based role with regular travel across the Midlands and South West, offering a high degree of autonomy and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the quality, safety, and sustainability of our homes.\n\nYou will be responsible for overseeing significant investment programmes, ensuring that works are delivered efficiently, safely, and in line with regulatory requirements, while providing strong leadership to a team of surveyors.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Lead the planning and delivery of capital works programmes, including major refurbishments and component replacements\n\n * \n\n Oversee planned maintenance and upgrade programmes, ensuring value for money and high-quality outcomes\n\n * \n\n Take ownership of fire safety and compliance-related works, ensuring adherence to all statutory and regulatory obligations\n\n * \n\n Manage and develop a team of surveyors, providing clear direction, performance management, and professional support\n\n * \n\n Monitor budgets, forecasts, and programme performance, ensuring effective financial control\n\n * \n\n Work collaboratively with internal teams and external contractors to ensure seamless delivery of works\n\n * \n\n Ensure robust contract management, procurement, and contractor performance oversight\n\n * \n\n Provide technical expertise and strategic input into long-term asset management planning\n\n * \n\n Drive continuous improvement in service delivery, compliance, and customer satisfaction\n\nSkills and experience\n\n * \n\n Proven experience in asset management, capital investment, or planned works within housing or property\n\n * \n\n Strong knowledge of building construction, maintenance, and fire safety compliance requirements\n\n * \n\n Experience managing large-scale investment programmes across dispersed geographies\n\n * \n\n Demonstrable experience leading and developing technical teams, ideally surveyors\n\n * \n\n Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills\n\n * \n\n Strong financial and commercial awareness\n\n * \n\n Relevant professional qualification (e.g., RICS, CIOB) or equivalent experience\n\n * \n\n Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the patch\n\nBenefits\n\n * \n\n Flexible, home-based working\n\n * \n\n Competitive salary and mileage from home\n\n * \n\n Generous annual leave and pension scheme\n\n * \n\n Professional development and career progression opportunities\n\n * \n\n The chance to play a key role in improving homes and communities