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About Us At Target Maintenance, we provide property and facility maintenance alongside fire safety solutions to the commercial and property management sector. With a reach from the South Coast to Birmingham, were known for delivering reliable, high-quality work across both planned and reactive projects. Weve built a positive, relaxed, and collaborative culture where theres no micromanagement - just good people doing great work and supporting one another. About the Role Were looking for a Fire Alarm Engineer to join our growing fire safety division. In this hands-on role, youll install, maintain, and fault-find on a range of fire alarm systems across our client sites, ensuring all work is completed safely, on time, and in line with regulations. This role would suit someone who enjoys autonomy, takes pride in high standards, and is comfortable working in a mobile, field-based environment. Requirements Key Responsibilities Service and commission fire alarm & AOV systems Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on a variety of fire alarm systems Fault-finding and diagnostics Ensure work complies with BS5839 standards and other relevant regulations Maintain accurate records and complete reports via internal systems Liaise with office teams and clients on scheduling, access, and issues Uphold strong health and safety practices at all times Desired Skills & Experience Experience with a range of addressable and conventional fire alarm systems Familiarity with brands like Apollo, Advanced, Kentec, C-Tec, etc. Understanding of fire safety regulations (BS5839) Electrical Installation lvl 3 Good communication and problem-solving skills Basic IT skills for completing reports and updates Full UK driving licence Benefits Offer & Perks £40,000 - £45,000 (based on experience) Company van and fuel card Uniform and phone provided 20 days holiday plus bank holidays 10-hour days, door-to-door (travel is included in your 10 hours) Overtime opportunities Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Target Maintenance is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. TPBN1_UKTJ

About The Role Role: Payroll Officer Contract type: Permanent Location: Home Based, with some expectation to go into local office 2/3 times a month Hours: 20 hours a week, split across 4 hours a day (Mon - Fri) Salary/Hourly rate: Pro rata £35,000 a year / £17.95 per hour Restore PLC is a UK‑based, AIM‑listed organisation and a market leader in secure, sustainable business services. Operating across multiple divisions—including Information Management, Datashred, and Technology—the business provides mission‑critical services that protect and manage valuable data, information, communications, and assets. Restore has a national presence, strong recurring income streams, and a track record of sustained growth. We are seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations while supporting colleagues across the organisation. You will be working within a remote team of payrollers supporting a specific business unit. Key Responsibilities: Processing payroll for over 300 colleagues, including payment of salaries, commissions, overtime, bonuses, allowances, sickness, and unpaid leave. Administer all statutory and voluntary deductions such as taxes, attachment of earnings orders, and third‑party benefit payments. Process starters, leavers, and contractual changes, ensuring accurate pro‑rata calculations. Oversee payroll tax tasks including issuing P45s and P60s, payrolling benefits, and monthly HMRC submissions. Conduct payroll error checks and produce payroll reports for Finance as part of the pre‑commit process. Ensure timely completion of HMRC filings post‑commit, liaising closely with ADP. Respond promptly and sensitively to payroll queries, offering excellent colleague support. Administer contributory pension schemes and salary sacrifice benefits (e.g., childcare vouchers, cycle‑to‑work, tech schemes). Manage benefits in kind through payrolling. Maintain compliance with legislation, HMRC requirements, and internal policies. Keep accurate payroll records and generate required reports. Work collaboratively with People, Finance, and IT teams to support smooth payroll operations. Carry out National Minimum Wage checks and monitor compliance with hours worked. Produce ad‑hoc payroll reports and ONS data submissions. Manage the recovery of colleague overpayments. Calculate average holiday overtime payments in line with regulations.About You: Strong knowledge of UK payroll processes, HMRC legislation, and statutory requirements. High accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to handle confidential information sensitively.Beneficial: Experience with ADP iHCM. Good working knowledge of Excel, including formulas.Some of our benefits include: Annual Leave – 25 days + bank holidays Life Assurance – 2x basic annual salary Bereavement Counselling – Support during difficult times Free Onsite Parking Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential counselling via Health Assured Eye Care Support – Free eye tests and up to £70 towards glasses for DSE users and drivers (includes retinal photography for drivers over 40) About The Company Restore Commitment to Disability Confidence We assess candidates based on their experience and suitability for the role, as outlined in their CV and application. You can let us know about any adjustments you may need via the application form. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability or health condition who meet the essential criteria, where it is fair and appropriate to do so

Our client is dedicated to providing exceptional legal and customer services to their clients and partner agents. They pride themselves on their commitment to professionalism, innovation, and delivering outstanding results. As they continue to grow, they are seeking skilled and motivated Conveyancing Case Handler. With a personal development programme, ongoing on the job training and opportunities to progress, candidates can be reassured that this position is a gateway to a career in Conveyancing. Duties & Responsibilities: • Have a good knowledge of the entire conveyancing process and be familiar with the roles of support teams such as accounts and post completion in the process., • Ensure files are run in an orderly manner, kept tidy and all checklists kept up to date., • Issue regular update reports to introducers/clients., • Attend to any office administration requested to include post, filling, accounts balances and file closures., • Manage workloads effectively as well as those of support staff., • Be capable of dealing with all aspects of a sale from instruction to completion, to include issuing Draft Contract papers, dealing with Freehold and Leasehold enquiries and exchanging Contracts., • Manage and run a purchase file from instruction to completion subject to supervision., • Check and report on all search results, identifying any issues., • Check Mortgage Offers and report to client., • Report on matters required under the UK Finance mortgage lenders’ handbook., • Be responsible and accountable for files., • Deal with all contacts in a professional manner., • Set up sale and purchases for completion to include preparing the completion pack to be signed by the relevant supervisor. Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so

Manpower is currently looking for a Junior Microbiologist to work with our global FMCG client, renowned for brands such as Magnum, Carte d'Or, Cornetto, Walls, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based at our client's Research & Development facility, at Colworth Science Park, in Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire (MK44), accessible by car. It also houses our client's global centre of excellence in safety and sustainability sciences. This is a full-time temporary role, Maternity Cover for 12 months requiring 37.50 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £43,000 pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements. ABOUT THE COMPANY: Life Tastes Better with Ice Cream (TMICC) is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall's, Ben & Jerry's), loved in 76 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. With 19,000 experts in ice cream globally, all brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win. We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we're crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products. The role is based in Colworth Science Park (Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, UK), a site that has a strong track record of building and contributing to a number of brands including Lipton, Magnum, Cornetto, Ponds and Dove. It is the Global RD&I (Research, Design & Innovation) Centre for TMICC. OUR TEAM: Ensuring that (TMICC) products are safe to consume is of paramount importance for the business. The Global Scientific Affairs function, which is part of RD&I, brings together Food Safety, Regulatory Affairs and Nutrition expertise to ensure that TMICC products are safe-by-design and compliant with relevant regulations & nutrition requirements. As well as protecting the business, the Scientific Affairs function is also key to unlocking innovations to enable business growth. One of such functions is the Global RD&I Microbiology team. Global RD&I Microbiology is an agile team of enthusiastic world-class scientists who deliver business relevant microbiological solutions underpinning brand innovation programmes, based on scientific and technological capabilities across RD&I and Supply Chain (SC). The strength of the team lies in the integration of microbiological and processing knowledge for RD&I to develop safe/stable formulation & process designs to deliver winning products. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the Microbiological Clearance testing of ice cream products prepared at Colworth site. Preparing cultures of microorganisms required for experiments and for the maintenance of the Culture Collection. Identify and apply microbiological laboratory experiments to ensure correct and reliable data are provided for microbiological risk assessment and incident support. Ensure end-to-end quality in microbiology science-based data support, from design of experiments, followed by execution, basic (statistical) data analysis and visualisation, presentation, and reporting to relevant stakeholders. Conduct science-based literature search from a variety of sources contributing to safety, shelf-life stability and security across our R&D innovation portfolio and business operations. Team work in maintaining a high-quality laboratory environment and efficient working practices. ALL ABOUT YOU: Ability to learn and adapt to different tasks, demonstrating problem-solving skills where necessary Background (minimum BSc) in Microbiology, Applied Biology, or a closely related science area Basic knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) Data analysis and visualisation skills (e.g. Excel, PowerBI) Excellent communication skills, both written and oral to present in multidisciplinary teams and to various stakeholders Good working knowledge and practical experience with microbiological procedures, including aseptic techniques, preparation of basic laboratory reagents/culture media and associated safe handling Previous experience working in a Microbiology laboratory Team player with flexible "we can" attitude, yet ability to work agile and independently Colworth Science Park working environment: 9 miles from Bedford 18 miles from M1 Modern working environment in a beautiful, listed building Large green outdoor spaces Shuttle bus is provided from Bedfordshire area to Site

Building Safety and Asset Compliance Officer Hours per week: 37 Salary: £31,620 Contract type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months) Location: Bedford/Hybrid Are you passionate about building safety and compliance? bpha is seeking a dedicated Building Safety and Asset Compliance Officer to join our team. In this vital role, you'll support the Building Safety Manager in ensuring our customers are safe in their homes, within the 6 main areas of landlord compliance - gas, electrical, asbestos, legionella, fire safety and lifting. Coordinating surveys and removal works, manage documentation and payments, and maintain up-to-date records. You'll play a key part in ensuring safety and legal compliance across our properties, working closely with contractors, colleagues, and customers. As a Building Safety and Asset Compliance Officer you will be: Coordinate and administer projects for the Building Safety and Asset Compliance team, ensuring effective liaison between customers, contractors, and colleagues. Allocate and assign inspections to achieve timely completions, maintaining accurate data and certification records using Asprey. Ensure compliance with bpha's Health and Safety policies and procedures. Maintain records of completed works, remedial actions, and access details. Administer cyclical and planned contracts, reviewing certification and arranging remedial work as needed. Raise and process works orders, facilitate contractor payments, and monitor budget spend. Liaise with customers, staff, and contractors to ensure safe access and comprehensive record-keeping. Produce accurate reports, meeting minutes, and contract documentation. Instigate legal action where necessary to ensure statutory compliance. What we're looking for: Essential: Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data validation and reporting. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Highly organised, methodical, and analytical. Experience in building safety compliance within social housing (e.g., gas, electrical, fire, legionella, asbestos). General understanding of compliance and fire assessments Good working knowledge of Asprey, Microsoft Office, and other compliance/social housing software. Commitment to excellent customer service and equality and diversity. Desirable: Level 2 VRQ Award in Asset and Building Compliance Awareness (or willingness to work towards). Why Join Us? You'll be part of a supportive team, making a real difference to building safety and compliance in our communities. We offer opportunities for professional development and a positive, inclusive working environment. Our Values At bpha, our values are at the heart of everything we do: We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions. We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer. We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team. We are ambitious: We strive for excellence and make a positive difference. Employee Benefits We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a paycheque. In addition to a wealth of other benefits and as part of our commitment to your wellbeing and development, we offer: Cycle to Work Scheme Retail Discounts 28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Professional Development Opportunities Private Health Care Employee Assistance Programme Generous Pension Scheme Ready to apply? If you're committed to building safety and want to help us deliver excellence, we'd love to hear from you! Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and as such bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment. All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references. TPBN1_UKTJ