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📍 Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid – Office & Remote) 🕒 Full-time Lead Digital Transformation in Life Sciences Manufacturing Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to move beyond traditional IT delivery and into high-impact digital transformation? Factorytalk is looking for production, quality, or process engineers who want to move into digital manufacturing consulting, helping leading life sciences companies modernise their factory operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning complex projects, working with global stakeholders, and delivering real operational impact—not just IT systems. The Role As a Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of digital manufacturing solutions using the Tulip no-code platform, working closely with global life sciences customers. You will manage projects end-to-end—from early engagement through design, development, validation, and go-live—ensuring successful delivery across multiple workstreams. This role combines project leadership, stakeholder management, and exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technology. Key Responsibilities • Lead multiple projects across delivery, rollouts, and platform implementations, • Act as the primary point of contact for customers and stakeholders, • Plan, track, and manage scope, timelines, risks, and resources, • Drive workshops, project governance, and decision-making sessions, • Coordinate cross-functional teams (consultants, developers, client teams), • Ensure delivery aligns with quality standards (including GxP where applicable), • Support scaling of solutions across global manufacturing sites Candidate Profile Essential • 3–7 years’ experience managing software delivery or implementation projects (e.g., enterprise applications, customer-facing systems, or digital solutions), • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, • Experience with project planning, tracking, and delivery governance, • Fluent in English, • Experience in pharma, biotech, or medical devices, • Exposure to MES, EBR, eQMS, LIMS, ERP, or similar systems, • Familiarity with GxP / Computer System Validation (CSV), • Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall delivery, • Interest in digital manufacturing and operational improvement Training & Development We invest heavily in your development, including: • Tulip platform training and certification, • Coaching from experienced digital manufacturing leaders, • Exposure to global transformation programmes, • Structured project delivery methodology Why Join Factorytalk • Work on cutting-edge digital manufacturing solutions, • Be part of a fast-growing, international consulting team, • Gain exposure to top-tier global life sciences companies, • Flexible hybrid working environment, • Clear career path into digital transformation leadership

PROJECT MANAGER (NORTH REGION) Contract: Government Location: North of England (hybrid role with regional travel) Hours of work: 40 Contract Type: Permanent We are seeking a Project Manager to deliver end-to-end project management services across a diverse portfolio of construction and facilities projects for Natural England under a government contract. This role will involve managing capital projects and MAC works across a broad estate, including laboratories, operational buildings, and farms and agricultural infrastructure. Job Description We are looking for an experienced professional who is comfortable operating across multiple sites and stakeholders, with strong commercial, compliance, and delivery focus. The role covers the North Region, from Birmingham through to Scotland, and requires regular travel depending on workload. Key Responsibilities • Deliver end-to-end project management across capital projects and MAC works for client and Natural England portfolios, • Lead the planning and delivery of projects aligned to commercial, operational, and client objectives, • Identify and develop new project opportunities within the account, • Build strong relationships with the ISS Country Team, key stakeholders, and external clients, • Hold P&L accountability in line with country requirements, • Develop effective delivery models and manage resources across multiple projects, • Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and risk management, • Oversee supply chain performance, embedding best-practice processes to maintain high service standards About You • Proven Project Manager experience within Construction or Facilities Management (public sector experience desirable), • Experience delivering projects valued at £1.5m–£3.0m, • Professional background in Construction, Engineering, or the Built Environment, • Qualified to HNC level (or equivalent) in a technical or management discipline, • Strong knowledge of CDM, RIBA stages (or equivalent frameworks), and UK Health & Safety regulations, • Demonstrable Health & Safety compliance management., • Experience estimating project costs and producing professional tender documentation., • Strong IT literacy, including MS Office, MS Project and Monday.com., • Holds NEBOSH, IOSH, SMSTS qualified (or actively working towards), • Must hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable with regional travel. All candidates must be able to obtain BPSS Security Clearance. Click here for more info: ___ 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

Project Manager – Chemical Engineering (Confidential) Location: Hybrid – North West England or North West Yorkshire. We are partnering with a globally established specialty chemicals business operating in highly regulated and technically demanding markets. The organisation delivers complex, cross-functional projects that require strong coordination across commercial, operational and technical teams. Best thing about them - encouraging a great work life balance with a 35 hour working week! They are now seeking a Project Manager with a chemical engineering background to support the delivery of key business initiatives. The Role This is a hands-on project delivery role, not a purely administrative PM position. You will take ownership of multiple projects (typically sub-£1m), ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required technical and operational standards. The role requires someone who is structured, detail-oriented and comfortable operating in complex chemical environments, where safety, compliance and process discipline are critical. What You’ll Be Doing • Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple projects, from planning through to execution and completion, • Coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, commercial, finance and technical functions, • Ensure strong governance, reporting, and adherence to project lifecycle processes, • Manage project risks, timelines, budgets and resource allocation, • Drive accountability across stakeholders to ensure delivery milestones are met, • Support continuous improvement of project processes and delivery efficiency, • Provide clear updates to senior stakeholders on progress, risks and outcomes What They’re Looking For This role suits someone who is technically grounded and commercially aware, rather than a purely theoretical project manager. Key requirements: • Degree in Chemical Engineering (strong preference) or related technical discipline, • Proven experience delivering projects within chemical, process, manufacturing or industrial environments - MUST HAVE, • Strong understanding of process, safety and compliance-driven environments, • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive delivery across functions, • Formal project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMP), • Opportunity to work within a technically complex, global chemical business, • Exposure to cross-functional projects with real commercial and operational impact, • A role where delivery and execution matter more than theory, • Stable, structured environment with clear processes and expectations This position is being handled on a strictly confidential basis, with full company details shared on application. For more information, send your CV to this advert or to Abid Kanji on

Technical Project Manager (Manchester) £450-500 a day inside IR35 Clearance Required: BPSS Location: Manchester (In office 3 days a week) Travel: Occasional travel (approximately once per month) Duration: Initial 3 months (Previous Central Government experience would be advantageous) We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to lead the delivery of a key infrastructure programme. This role operates within a traditional delivery environment and requires a strong technical understanding of infrastructure, alongside solid project management capability. You will be responsible for driving delivery, coordinating technical teams, and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects, • Manage project plans, timelines, dependencies, and deliverables in a structured delivery environment, • Coordinate cross-functional technical teams, ensuring alignment and timely execution of tasks, • Engage and manage stakeholders across business and technical areas, • Track progress, identify risks/issues, and implement mitigation strategies, • Own and maintain project tracking in Jira, ensuring accurate and up-to-date reporting, • Oversee data quality across project artefacts, including data cleansing and validation, • Provide regular status reporting, including progress updates, risks, and key milestones, • Strong leadership and accountability, • Highly organised and detail-oriented, • Proactive problem-solver with a delivery-focused mindset, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • Comfortable operating in complex, technical environments

Benefits Manager (Fixed-Term Contract) Location: Manchester Contract: Fixed Term Contract Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 DOE We are partnering with a well-established and highly regarded organisation to recruit an experienced Benefits Manager on a fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a benefits specialist to join a collaborative HR function and take ownership of the end-to-end benefits portfolio during a key period of transformation and delivery. This role will suit someone who is both operationally strong and strategically minded, with experience managing benefits renewals, vendor relationships, and compliance in a complex environment. The Role As Benefits Manager, you will take responsibility for the management and optimisation of the organisation’s employee benefits offering. You will act as the subject matter expert, ensuring programmes are competitive, compliant, and aligned to business needs. Key responsibilities include: • Managing the full lifecycle of employee benefits programmes (pensions, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, wellbeing initiatives, etc.)., • Leading annual renewals, benchmarking exercises, and market reviews., • Managing relationships with brokers and third-party providers, ensuring strong service delivery and commercial value., • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and governance requirements., • Partnering with HR, Payroll, and Finance teams to ensure accurate benefits administration and reporting., • Reviewing utilisation data and costs to identify trends and improvement opportunities., • Enhancing benefits communication to improve employee engagement and understanding., • Supporting broader reward or HR projects as required during the contract period. About You • Proven experience managing benefits, • Experience leading renewals and negotiating with external providers., • Excellent stakeholder management skills., • Strong analytical capability and attention to detail., • The ability to operate independently and add value quickly in a contract environment. If you are an experienced Benefits professional available for a fixed-term opportunity and keen to make an immediate impact, we would love to hear from you.

Role: Sales Operations Manager Location: Manchester – Hybrid The Escode Division Escode, a global leader in software escrow solutions and part of NCC Group, is dedicated to protecting businesses from unforeseen disruptions. We ensure that business-critical software applications and source code are safe, secure, and always available. As a trusted intermediary for some of the world’s best-known brands, we safeguard access to vital code and digital assets, ensuring business continuity and the protection of software investments. With over 40 years of experience, Escode pioneered the software escrow category in 1988, recognizing the growing technology dependence of businesses and the need for a safety mechanism. We are proud to set industry standards and shape its direction, providing unparalleled expertise and reliability. Learn more about Escode: Take a look at our website here to learn more about Escode: The Opportunity Working within the Sales Operations team you will be focused on optimizing the tools, processes, and technologies used to support the sales team in achieving their goals. Adopting a data driven approach you will work with regional Sales leadership to understand and evaluate the effectiveness of the sales team, ensure processes and policies are followed, and establish robust controls to ensure sales pipeline data is accurate and up to date. You will support the sales organization’s success by assisting with instituting sales goals, analysing market trends and producing and maintaining a detailed suite of sales reports and KPIs. Key Accountabilities • Account Allocation & Segmentation: Manage account allocation, segmentation, and de-duplication to optimize coverage and minimise conflicts., • CRM & Marketing Systems Development: Oversee development and continuous improvement of Sales CRM and marketing systems to enhance data integrity and reporting., • Sales Compensation & Targets: Design and administer sales compensation plans, terms & conditions, and target-setting processes., • Rules of Engagement: Define and enforce cross-divisional rules of engagement to ensure alignment and collaboration., • Revenue & Pipeline Integrity: Maintain accuracy of sales revenue and pipeline data through governance and exception reporting., • Data Management & Reporting: Ensure high-quality CRM data, lead management, and actionable reporting for leadership and sales teams., • Sales Enablement Campaigns: Deliver data-driven enablement campaigns with measurable outputs to support sales productivity., • Leadership Support: Provide strategic support to sales leadership, including territory planning and performance insights., • Salesforce Support: Act as the primary point of contact for Salesforce support and triage, ensuring timely resolution of issues., • Pipeline Reviews: Facilitate regular pipeline reviews with Sales Management to provide a consistent and accurate view of performance., • Sales Reporting: Create, maintain, and manage sales reports and KPIs to analyze performance at a regional, manager, individual and product/service level., • VP Sales Support: Routinely review with VP of Sales competitive data and organize bodies of work and insight for sharing with the sales organization, as directed by VP of Sales. Key Skills: • Must be able to demonstrate success in engaging and sharing data analytics to senior level executives and present confidently to sales professionals on the team., • Experience developing effective business relationships with all levels of internal and external teams such as Finance, Marketing, Sales and Operations etc., • Salesforce.com with advanced report writing capabilities., • Advanced MS Excel Skills., • Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI preferred, or Domo, Tableau or like database analytic tools., • Significant experience in Sales Operations or a similar role, • Strong knowledge of CRM systems (Salesforce/Microsoft Dynamics preferred) and marketing automation tools., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail., • Ability to manage complex processes and drive cross-functional collaboration., • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills., • Experience in sales compensation design and governance is desirable. About your application We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles. If you do not want us to retain your details, please email . All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy. We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage. Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement.

D2 are an independent programme management specialist. We have developed a comprehensive suite of programme management services while supporting clients on some of the most complex infrastructure projects in the UK and Canada. TSA Riley is an independent, global advisor on built assets and projects with a 130-year heritage. We help clients plan, procure, deliver, optimise and decarbonise their assets and operations. In October 2025, D2 joined the TSA Riley Group to provide clients with full asset lifecycle project services. Together we combine our industry expertise with innovative thinking and digital products, providing exceptional results for our clients. Overview of Role: As part of D2’s continued growth and success including recent wins on some major long-term frameworks, we are currently looking for passionate Project Managers who love to add value to join our Programme Management Team. Those who join our team will support and deliver some of the biggest railway projects and programmes across the North of England including York, Leeds and Manchester. We are specifically looking for experienced Project Managers at the level of Scheme Project Manager (SPM) and Project Manager (PM) with good knowledge and application of project management. You will be responsible for working independently or part of a wider team delivering projects from early design and development to construction and hand-back in accordance with agreed scope, timescales, and budget. Responsibilities: • Independently project manage at least one limited-complexity work package and/or project in accordance with the sector’s project management lifecycle and governance requirements from early design and development to construction and hand-back, • Includes but not limited to design, environmental, consents, commercial, procurement, estimating, programme controls, engineering, lean, survey, construction, health and safety; and others to identify and deliver solutions to meet the client requirements, • Manage the delivery of projects in accordance with agreed/contracted scope, timescales, budget, • Ensure that the project(s) has all the necessary consents in place to meet delivery timescales including identifying opportunities to gain efficiencies, • Support with the planning and implementation of mitigating project issues. Ensure these are recorded in the project Issue Register Requirements: • Successful experience of independently project managing projects within the rail sector in accordance with PACE project management lifecycle and governance requirements., • Experience in project managing diverse multi-disciplined teams including but not limited to: design, environmental, consents, commercial, procurement, estimating, programme controls, engineering, survey, construction, health and safety; and others to identify and deliver solutions to meet the client requirements, • Team manager capable of managing and working within a team, • Interpersonal and communication skills, • Contract and commercial knowledge and experience, • Risk and issue management knowledge and experience, • Experience of managing and applying Health, Safety and Environmental Regulations and industry practices such as HS&WA 1974 and Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations 2015., • Attained a minimum of the Association for Project Management (APM) Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent Desirable: • Experience of working in other sectors outside of rail such as nuclear energy, and utilities power and distribution., • NEC 4 Project Management experience / accreditation, • Educated to HNC/HND/degree level in a relevant subject or able to demonstrate equivalent experience, • Knowledge of railway disciplines including but not limited to: track, signalling & telecommunications (S&T), civils, electrical and plant (E&P) and Overhead Line Equipment (OLE). Benefits: • Competitive salary (Salary dependant on experience level), • Pension scheme, • 25 days holiday + option to buy 4 days., • Additional 1 day holiday for your birthday, • Private healthcare and employee assistance programme, • Group life insurance., • Medi Cash health insurance providing cashback towards everyday healthcare bills., • Enhanced family leave, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption., • Cycle to work scheme., • Financial and technical support for professional memberships, • Hybrid working, • Summer and Winter staff celebration events Core Values: We pride ourselves on behaving and delivering to our core values: • People – We encourage diversity whilst investing in, and developing, the very best talent., • Integrity - Our reputation, passion, and commitment inspire trust and integrity., • Community - We are a collaborative community, understanding challenges from every angle, exploring innovative solutions based on our expert knowledge., • Innovation – We are driven to inspire others with fresh creative ideas based on continuously learning.

Project Manager - AI and Agentic Transformation.Contract - 3 months - Inside IR35 - Manchester - Hybrid.AI and agentic enabled discovery and transformation programme for a leading UK telecommunications organisation.The role focuses on the coordination, governance and reporting of a fast paced dis

Quantity Surveyor\nAll Levels Considered | Construction & Development | Permanent\nSalary:\n * \n Quantity Surveyor: £45,000 – £55,000\n * \n Senior Quantity Surveyor: £55,000 – £70,000\n * \n Managing / Commercial Manager level: £70,000 – £85,000+\n (Plus car allowance and benefits, depending on level and experience)\nWe are working in partnership with a well-established and highly versatile construction business to recruit Quantity Surveyors at all levels as part of their continued growth.\nOur client is a privately owned contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across a range of sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, refurbishment, and mixed-use developments. Known for their strong commercial governance, collaborative project teams, and long-standing client relationships, they take a pragmatic and transparent approach to cost management and project delivery.\nWith a strong pipeline of secured and negotiated work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable business that offers exposure to varied projects and clear long-term career progression.\nThe Role\nDepending on experience, you will be involved in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account.\nKey responsibilities may include:\n * \n Managing project costs, budgets, and cash flow\n * \n Preparing and reviewing valuations, variations, and final accounts\n * \n Procuring and managing subcontractor packages\n * \n Supporting tendering and pre-construction commercial activities\n * \n Identifying commercial risks and opportunities\n * \n Producing accurate cost reports and forecasts\n * \n Working closely with site, design, and client teams\nAbout You\n * \n Experience in a Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS, or Commercial Manager role\n * \n Background working within construction or development environments\n * \n Strong commercial and contractual knowledge\n * \n Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities\n * \n Good communication and negotiation skills\n * \n Relevant construction or commercial qualifications preferred\nWhat’s on Offer\n * \n Competitive salary aligned to experience and level\n * \n Opportunity to work across a wide range of project types\n * \n Long-term career progression within a growing business\n * \n Supportive, professional, and collaborative working environment\n * \n Stability and continuity of work with a healthy order book\nThis opportunity would suit a Quantity Surveyor at any stage of their career looking to join a business that values commercial excellence, teamwork, and long-term development.\nAll applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please contact us to discuss further

A leading independent construction and property consultancy delivering high-quality project management and cost consultancy services across the UK. The business works across both the public and private sectors, supporting clients on complex, high-value developments ranging from refurbishment and fit-out schemes through to major capital programmes and large-scale regeneration projects.\n\nWith a strong reputation for technical excellence and client service, the consultancy operates across a broad mix of sectors including commercial, residential, mixed-use, education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Projects typically range from smaller refurbishment works through to major multi-million-pound developments and long-term strategic programmes.\n\nThe organisation is known for its collaborative, approachable culture, combining experienced leadership with a dynamic and growing team. There is a strong emphasis on trust, autonomy, and delivery excellence, with individuals empowered to take ownership of projects and build long-term client relationships. The environment is professional yet personable, with a clear focus on progression, development, and rewarding contribution.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs Associate Director - Project Manager, you will take a leading role in the delivery of complex and high-profile construction projects across the UK. You will be responsible for managing projects from early feasibility through to completion, ensuring successful delivery across time, cost, quality, and client expectations.\n\nYou will act as a key client interface, providing strategic advice, leading multidisciplinary teams, and driving performance across multiple live projects. This is a senior position with both delivery and leadership responsibilities, offering the opportunity to shape project outcomes as well as contribute to the continued growth of the consultancy.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead the end-to-end delivery of construction projects across multiple sectors\n\nAct as primary client contact, building and maintaining strong long-term relationships\n\nManage project teams including consultants, contractors, and stakeholders\n\nOversee programme, cost, risk, and quality management across all project stages\n\nProvide strategic advice to clients on procurement, delivery strategy, and project feasibility\n\nEnsure projects are delivered in line with contractual requirements and client expectations\n\nSupport business development activity and contribute to securing new work\n\nMentor and support junior team members, contributing to internal development and growth\n\nMaintain high standards of governance, reporting, and project controls\n\nAbout You\n\nProven experience in a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager role within the construction consultancy sector\n\nStrong track record of delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects\n\nExcellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills\n\nExperience managing multiple projects simultaneously\n\nStrong understanding of construction procurement and delivery routes\n\nProfessionally qualified (MRICS or equivalent preferred)\n\n What’s on Offer\n\nOpportunity to lead high-profile UK projects across multiple sectors\n\nStrong autonomy and client-facing responsibility\n\nClear progression pathway within a growing consultancy\n\nCollaborative and supportive working culture\n\nExposure to both public and private sector major developments\n\nOpportunity to play a key role in shaping the continued growth of the business

Chartered Building Surveyor / Project Manager (Residential Children’s Homes Programme)\n Greater Manchester Council – £450 per day (Umbrella LTD)\n Contract Role\n\nGreater Manchester based Council is seeking an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor to support a high-profile residential care transformation programme. The role will focus on the acquisition, refurbishment, and delivery of up to 10 children’s homes, improving quality standards, Ofsted compliance, and long-term life-cycle management of assets.\n This is a hybrid technical and project leadership role requiring strong experience in project management, contract administration, acquisitions, and refurbishment delivery within a public sector or regulated environment.\n\n Purpose of the Programme\nImprove quality and standards of residential children’s homes\nDeliver the acquisition of up to 10 homes across Greater Manchester\nReduce long-term revenue costs through smarter asset management\nImprove wellbeing and educational outcomes through environment-led design\nAchieve Ofsted certification and regulatory compliance\nStrengthen lease, asset lifecycle, and property management strategiesKey Responsibilities Pre-Acquisition\nIdentify and assess acquisition opportunities for children’s residential homes on a rolling 4-week cycle\nMaintain and update acquisition trackers and pipeline reporting\nCoordinate with service providers and local authorities to shortlist viable properties\nLead joint property inspections and stakeholder site visits\nPresent opportunities to internal Property Advisory Groups for approvalDue Diligence & Acquisition\nCommission and manage RICS Level 3 surveys, valuations, and technical due diligence\nOversee legal due diligence and conveyancing processes through to completion\nManage planning risk assessments and title investigations\nProduce and present board-level reports for approvals and governance sign-offPost-Acquisition Delivery\nLead onboarding of properties into the Council’s estate portfolio\nCoordinate Estates, Insurance, Utilities, and Finance handover requirements\nManage external consultants delivering design, planning, and compliance outputs\nDevelop and agree detailed descriptions of works (DOW) aligned to Skyline standards\nEnsure full documentation readiness for procurement and delivery phasesRefurbishment & Project Delivery\nLead refurbishment projects from inception to completion\nManage cost control, programme delivery, risk, and quality assurance\nAct as technical lead for RFIs, clarifications, and design coordination\nUndertake full contract administration under JCT conditions\nIssue variation orders, certify payments, and manage practical completion processes\nChair monthly progress meetings and undertake regular site inspections\nMaintain accurate contract records and formal meeting minutesProcurement\nLead procurement of property consultants including scope definition and appointment\nManage contractor procurement via framework mini-competitions\nEnsure full compliance, transparency, and robust evaluation processes\nSupport procurement approvals and award recommendationsRequirements\nMRICS Chartered Building Surveyor (essential)\nStrong background in project management and contract administration\nExperience delivering refurbishment or capital works programmes\nStrong understanding of JCT contracts and public sector governance\nExperience in acquisitions, due diligence, and property lifecycle management\nAbility to manage multiple stakeholders across technical and social care environments\nStrong reporting, communication, and board-level presentation skillsContact Contact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)

Job Title: Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director\nLocation: Manchester / Stockport (Hybrid Working)\nSalary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum\nJob Type: Permanent, Full-Time\n\nClient Details\n\nWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director to join a growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional with a strong background in governance, risk and compliance to take ownership of payroll controls across a dynamic organisation.\n\nBased in either Manchester or Stockport with flexible hybrid working, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll processes are accurate, compliant and aligned with internal policies and external regulations.\n\nDescription\n\nThe key responsibilities of a Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director will include:\n\nSupport the Payroll National Service Line in establishing and maintaining robust payroll controls and compliance frameworks for effective client service delivery\nPlay a key role in supporting payroll compliance and minimising risk exposure across the service line\nContinuously review and enhance ways of working by evaluating and analysing proposed process and system changes.\nProactively identify, assess and mitigate risks to service delivery using risk registers and incident reporting frameworks.\nOversee legislative updates and procedural changes, ensuring all payroll teams remain compliant with current regulations and internal policies.\nMonitor, review, and report on compliance and non-compliance across the Payroll National Service Line, identifying trends and areas for improvement.\nIdentify, analyse, and document control weaknesses, providing clear, value-added recommendations to strengthen processes\nRecommend, implement, and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy and compliance.\nWork collaboratively with payroll colleagues at all levels across the organisation to drive best practice.\nLiaise closely with the Director of Payroll Controls and Compliance, while providing line management and support to Payroll Controls & Compliance team members.\nCommunicate effectively with stakeholders across multiple locations.\nContribute to the development and execution of strategies relating to risk management, controls, and governance.Profile\n\nThe successful Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director will have:\n\nExperienced payroll professional ideally at manager level\n\nProven practice in designing and implementing controls to mitigate risk\n\nConfident understanding key risks of non-compliance based on your experience and knowledge of best practice\n\nExperience of payroll incident investigation, providing recommendations and managing implementation of recommendations.\n\nStrong analytical skills with high attention to detail\nExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills\nAbility to lead projects and influence process improvements\nRelevant payroll or finance qualifications (e.g., CIPP) are desirable \n\nJob Offer\n\nCompetitive salary of up to £55,000\nHybrid working model offering flexibility between home and office\nGenerous holiday allowance\nPension scheme\nProfessional development opportunities\nSupportive and collaborative working environment

Principal Scientific Programme Manager, Clinical Genomics\n\nSalary: £59,157.02\n\nLocation: Salford, Greater Manchester\n\nHybrid working: 3 days in the new Salford office, 2 days from home\n\nHours: 37.5 hours per week\n\nMFK Recruitment has recruited six people into this organisation over the past three and a half years, and all six are still there. That speaks volumes about the culture, leadership, stability and quality of the working environment.\n\nA senior genomics role with purpose, influence and stability:\n\nThis is not a standard programme management role.\n\nThe Principal Scientific Programme Manager will play a senior scientific role at the heart of international genomics quality assurance. You will help ensure that diagnostic laboratories across the world are producing accurate, reliable and clinically appropriate genetic test results.\n\nThe organisation’s work supports clinical governance nationally and internationally, helping reduce the risk of patient harm and raising standards in diagnostic genomics.\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong genomics background who enjoys scientific leadership, data interpretation, quality, collaboration and service improvement.\n\nWhy this organisation?\n\nWe have worked closely with this organisation for several years and have seen first-hand how well they support, develop and retain their people.\n\nThe organisation offers a supportive culture, excellent benefits, flexible working, meaningful work and a strong sense of shared purpose.\n\nThe successful Principal Scientific Programme Manager will work on a hybrid basis, spending three days per week in the new Salford office and two days working from home.\n\nThe opportunity\n\nAs Principal Scientific Programme Manager, you will lead and support the delivery of specialist External Quality Assessment schemes in clinical genomics.\n\nYou will work closely with senior scientific leaders, operational teams, advisory groups, participant laboratories and external partners. You will have responsibility for programme delivery, scientific oversight, team leadership, quality standards and continuous improvement.\n\nThe role will suit someone who wants to remain close to science while moving into a broader leadership and strategic delivery position.\n\nKey responsibilities\n\nYou will be involved in:\n\n * Leading a team of scientists delivering specialist EQA services\n\n * Managing timelines, quality, complaints, customer satisfaction and programme performance\n\n * Supporting the design and development of new EQA schemes\n\n * Reviewing and interpreting complex genomic testing data\n\n * Preparing and reviewing scientific reports, commentaries and guidance\n\n * Supporting ISO 17043 accreditation and UKAS quality standards\n\n * Advising laboratories and stakeholders on EQA performance and genomic testing issues\n\n * Contributing to research, publications, audits and best practice guidance\n\n * Working with national and international scientific groups\n\n * Supporting staff recruitment, development, appraisal and performance management\n\nAbout you\n\nYou are likely to come from a background in clinical genomics, molecular diagnostics, hereditary genetics, molecular pathology, EQA or a closely related laboratory medicine environment.\n\n * For this Principal Scientific Programme Manager position, you will need:\n\n * Strong scientific knowledge of genomics and diagnostic testing\n\n * Experience interpreting complex laboratory or genomic data\n\n * Experience in EQA, quality assurance, audit, accreditation or regulated laboratory practice\n\n * Confidence communicating with senior scientists, clinicians, laboratories and external stakeholders\n\n * Project management experience, ideally involving scientific or clinical services\n\n * Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail\n\n * The ability to lead, support and develop others\n\n * A commitment to high standards, continuous improvement and scientific accuracy\n\nA relevant degree is essential. A master’s, equivalent experience, professional registration, publications and/or national or international expertise in genetic testing or EQA would be beneficial.\n\nWhat is on offer?\n\n * Salary of £59,157.02\n\n * Hybrid working: 3 days in the new Salford office, 2 days from home\n\n * Excellent benefits package, including a generous NHS-matched pension scheme.\n\n * 37.5-hour working week\n\n * A highly stable, supportive working culture\n\n * Meaningful scientific work with international reach\n\n * The chance to influence quality standards in clinical genomics\n\n * A role where your expertise will be genuinely valued\n\nThis Principal Scientific Programme Manager role is an excellent opportunity to combine scientific expertise, leadership and international impact within a flexible, supportive and forward-thinking environment

Group People Systems Manager\n\nMott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices.\n\nWe work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.\n\nWhether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.\n\nAbout the business unit\n\nMott MacDonald’s support services are the driving force behind our organisation enabling us to run efficiently and effectively. The team works collaboratively to offer specialist advice, best practice and technology to all areas of our business specifically designed for our global reach.\n\nRole Purpose and Responsibilities\n\nThe Group People Systems Manager will lead the strategic direction, oversight and optimisation of the Company’s global HCM SAP Success Factors (and other associated people systems). The Group People systems manager will guide the ongoing evolution of technology systems within human resources. This role ensures that systems continuously adapt to changing business needs, regulatory requirements, and user expectations, fostering incremental improvements and long-term resilience. Their focus is on strategic alignment and driving technology adoption within their functional area.\n\nThe role will work in partnership with the Global People Leadership team, operational people professionals and the IT function to ensure the overall people systems landscape is continuously improving and driving efficiency across the organisation.\n\nThe Group People Systems manager is responsible for:\n\n1. Strategic Alignment & Technology Roadmap\n\n * Working closely with functional stakeholders to understand business strategy and translate it into long-term technology roadmaps.\n\n * Identifying opportunities for technology to support business growth and efficiency.\n\n * Recommending new technologies and system upgrades based on vendor roadmaps and operational requirements.\n\n2. Systems Estate Oversight\n\n * Monitoring the performance of technology and ensuring systems are fit-for-purpose to support business processes.\n\n * Governing how technology and data are used within the function, ensuring compliance with standards and policies.\n\n * Endorsing recommendations for system upgrades and replacements.\n\n3. Project & Programme Delivery\n\n * Supporting the creation of functional technology programmes and cases for investment (e.g. business cases).\n\n * Overseeing the delivery of all new technology investments approved by the Enterprise Project Management Office.\n\n * Overseeing project management activities, including planning, resource allocation, progress monitoring, and risk management.\n\n4. Stakeholder Engagement & Governance\n\n * Acting as the point of contact and advisor for all technology requirements within people systems.\n\n * Engaging with functional leaders, vendors, and being aware of regulatory body requirements to ensure technology solutions meet functional needs.\n\n * Assuring adherence to group-wide governance frameworks related to technical and integration standards for systems and applications.\n\n5. Change Management & Adoption\n\n * Overseeing change management activities for new system implementations and upgrades.\n\n * Promoting effective adoption of new tools and platforms, ensuring users are trained and supported to get the full value of investments.\n\n * Monitoring and reporting on adoption rates and user feedback.\n\n6. Continuous Improvement\n\n * Identifying and implementing process and system improvements to increase system stability, efficiency, and automation.\n\n * Staying abreast of technology trends and best practices, applying them to enhance functional capabilities.\n\n7. Team Leadership & Collaboration\n\n * Building and leading the team required for system requirements and delivery.\n\n * Coaching and developing team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.\n\nSkills and Requirements\n\n * Deep understanding of people systems processes and technology landscape in their area.\n\n * Excellent working knowledge of the SAP Success Factors ecosystem alongside an awareness of technology trends in human resources.\n\n * Experience in delivering technology projects and understanding of systems implementations.\n\n * Strategic thinking to see the big picture and align systems with long-term needs.\n\n * Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels.\n\n * Understanding of technology standards, project management lifecycles and best practices with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.\n\n * \n\n Occasional travel to our Head Office in Croydon will be required, typically around twice per month.\n\nWe are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.\n\nUK Immigration\n\nMott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.\n\nAgile working\n\nAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.\n\nEquality, diversity, and inclusion\n\nWe put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.\n\nAccessibility\n\nWe want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you.\n\nWe offer some fantastic benefits including:\n\nHealth and wellbeing\n\nPrivate medical insurance for all UK colleagues.\n\nHealth cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.\n\nAccess to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.\n\nA variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.\n\nAbility to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.\n\nFinancial wellbeing\n\nWe match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.\n\nLife assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.\n\nOur income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.\n\nFlexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.\n\nAs an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.\n\nLifestyle\n\nA minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.\n\nHoliday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.\n\nVariety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.\n\nEnhanced family and carers leave\n\nEnhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.\n\nOur shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.\n\nUp to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.\n\nLearning and development\n\nPrimary annual professional institution subscription.\n\nA broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.\n\nNetworks, communities, and social outcomes\n\nJoin a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.\n\nMake a difference within our communities through our social outcomes

Michael Page is seeking a highly organised Project Manager to lead and deliver technology projects within the financial services sector. Based in Manchester City Centre, this role is responsible for managing key technology initiatives through the full delivery life-cycle.\n\nClient Details\n\nThis role sits within a well‑established organisation that is seeking additional support to enhance and successfully deliver its IT projects. The business is forward‑thinking, with a strong focus on developing its technology capabilities to better support its clients.\n\nDescription\n\nLead the end‑to‑end delivery of technology projects, from initial scoping through to successful completion, ensuring outputs are achieved within agreed scope, timelines, and quality standards.\nCreate and maintain detailed project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource requirements, and key dependencies.\nCoordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with project objectives and wider business priorities.\nProactively identify, assess, and manage risks and issues across the full project lifecycle.\nProvide clear, timely, and consistent communication to stakeholders, reporting on progress, milestones, risks, and emerging issues.\nEnsure adherence to financial services regulations and relevant industry standards, embedding strong governance throughout delivery.\nContinuously evaluate and improve project delivery processes to drive efficiency and enhance overall performance.Profile\n\nProven experience of 5+ years leading and delivering projects, ideally within a financial services environment, with a strong understanding of technology‑led initiatives and their associated complexities.\nExcellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.\nConfident and adaptable communication skills, enabling effective engagement with stakeholders at all levels of the business.\nA proactive, solutions‑oriented approach, with the ability to navigate challenges and resolve issues efficiently.\nStrong working knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and industry best practices.\nA self‑motivated and proactive mindset, demonstrating a high level of ownership and accountability. \n\nJob Offer\n\nAttractive salary package of £60,000-£70,000, based on experience.\nGenerous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays.\nStrong pension scheme focused on long‑term financial security.\nPermanent Manchester City Centre position with clear pathways for growth and advancement\nAdditional benefits to support wellbeing and work-life balance

We’re looking for an Operational Oversight Manager at AJ Bell to ensure the effective operation of our Trustee Oversight function, reporting to the Senior Oversight Manager.\n\nIn the role, you’ll ensure that robust systems, controls and governance are in place to manage associated risks, meet regulatory requirements and support AJ Bell’s long-term strategic objectives.\n\nWhat you’ll be doing:\n\n * Provide first line oversight of operational activities performed on behalf of the SIPP Trustee, ensuring appropriate controls and governance are in place to manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance.\n\n * Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess and monitor key processes related to SIPP administration (e.g., benefits processing, contributions, transfers).\n\n * Ensure SIPP Trustee risks are identified, assessed, and accurately recorded.\n\n * Maintain effective management information (MI).\n\n * Conduct root cause analysis of exceptions and trends to inform risk management and drive continuous improvement.\n\n * Track and monitor open actions, ensuring timely updates and appropriate closure.\n\n * Monitor market developments and regulatory change, providing analysis and recommendations as appropriate.\n\n * Contribute to change initiatives and process improvements, supporting the continuous enhancement of oversight activities in line with regulatory expectations, internal risk appetite, and business needs\n\n * Lead and develop the team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.\n\n * Effectively manage resources to ensure the timely, accurate, and cost-effective completion of all oversight activities.\n\nWhat you’ll bring:\n\n * Proven experience of leading and developing teams, within a financial services environment\n\n * A proactive, confident communicator at all levels\n\n * CISI Investment Operations Certificate (IOC)\n\n * Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail\n\n * Timely and appropriate escalation\n\n * Problem solving and decision making\n\n * Planning, organisation, and time management\n\nAbout AJ Bell\n\nAJ Bell is one of the UK’s fastest-growing investment platform businesses, providing award-winning solutions for everyone, from professional financial advisers to first-time investors.\n\nToday, over 644,000 customers trust us to manage more than £103.3 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible, we’re helping more people take control of their financial futures.\n\nWe’re proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work® in 2025 and 2026 a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture.\n\nWhat we offer\n\n * 27 days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays\n\n * 8% Pension with matched contributions\n\n * Discretionary bonus scheme\n\n * Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE)\n\n * Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare\n\n * Free onsite gym\n\n * Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria)\n\n * Travel and bike loan schemes\n\n * Employee Assistance Programme\n\nLife at AJ Bell\n\n * Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties\n\n * Learning and development opportunities tailored to you\n\n * Casual dress code\n\n * Friendly, supportive team environment\n\nOur ways of working\n\nWe offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office.\n\nFor new starters, there’s an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships.\n\nInclusion & diversity\n\nWe’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work.\n\nWe welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience and potential

Procurement Manager\n\nA leading UK construction and engineering business specialising in fast-track project delivery within the healthcare sector. The organisation is recognised for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), working closely with public sector clients on critical infrastructure projects.\n\nRole Overview\n\nThe Procurement Manager will take ownership of procurement and supply chain activities across multiple construction and engineering projects. This role is key to ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and timely sourcing of materials, subcontractors, and services.\n\nYou will work closely with commercial, pre-construction, and project delivery teams to support successful project outcomes, while developing strong supplier relationships and driving best practice procurement processes.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nProcurement & Supply Chain\n\n * Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project and business objectives\n\n * Source, assess, and appoint subcontractors and suppliers across construction, MEP, and modular solutions\n\n * Manage tender processes, including issuing enquiries, analysing submissions, and negotiating contracts\n\n * Ensure supply chain capability supports programme delivery and technical requirements\n\nCommercial & Cost Management\n\n * Collaborate with commercial teams to deliver value for money and identify cost-saving opportunities\n\n * Negotiate pricing, terms, and framework agreements\n\n * Monitor market conditions, risks, and material cost fluctuations\n\nSupplier Management\n\n * Build and maintain strong relationships with key supply chain partners\n\n * Manage supplier performance through KPIs and quality standards\n\n * Support the development of long-term, collaborative partnerships\n\nProject Support\n\n * Engage supply chain partners early in the pre-construction phase\n\n * Align procurement schedules with project timelines and milestones\n\n * Support risk identification and mitigation strategies\n\nCompliance & Governance\n\n * Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and contract requirements (e.g. NEC/JCT)\n\n * Support sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives\n\n * Maintain accurate records and reporting processes\n\nKey Requirements\n\nExperience\n\n * Proven procurement experience within construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors\n\n * Strong background in subcontract and supplier procurement\n\n * Experience working with NEC, JCT, or similar contract frameworks\n\n * Exposure to healthcare or technically complex projects (desirable)\n\n * Experience with modular construction / MMC (desirable)\n\nSkills\n\n * Strong negotiation and commercial awareness\n\n * Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects\n\n * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills\n\n * Analytical and detail-oriented approach\n\n * Proactive and solutions-driven mindset\n\nQualifications\n\n * Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. Construction, Supply Chain, Commercial)\n\n * Professional membership (e.g. CIPS) desirable

Generous base salary. OTE £125K+, plus potential of an additional Annual Performance Bonus for outstanding performance.\n£6K car allowance.\nFull-time, permanent role\nRemote – roles available across the UK\nMonday to Friday \n \nReporting to Head of Corporate Sales & Partnerships\n \nThe role\n \nAt Handepay Mid-Market, part of PayPoint Group, we support higher-value UK merchants with tailored payment solutions designed to scale with their businesses. As we continue to build our Mid-Market proposition, we’re looking for experienced, consultative sales professionals to help drive early success and establish Handepay Mid-Market in the UK.\n \nAs a Corporate Sales Manager, you will be responsible for acquiring new UK merchants with annual card turnover of £1m–£20m, managing the full sales lifecycle and delivering solutions that create genuine commercial value for our customers.\n \nThe Team\n \nHandepay Mid-Market focuses on complex, higher-value merchants, delivering solutions across card acquiring, POS/EPOS, eCommerce, and value-added services.\n \nYou’ll work closely with the Head of Sales & Partnerships and wider virtual teams, operating in a high-trust, high-accountability environment where quality, consistency, and customer outcomes matter.\n \nWhat You’ll Own\n\nNew Business Development\nIdentify, qualify, and win new Mid-Market merchants through self-generation, introducers, and group-led opportunities\nOwn the end-to-end sales process from prospecting and discovery through to negotiation, close, and handover\nBuild and maintain a strong, high-quality pipeline aligned to agreed target sectors and regions\n \nConsultative & Solution-Led Selling\n\nConduct detailed discovery to understand customer needs, transaction profiles, and operational challenges\nPosition Handepay Mid-Market’s solutions across:\nCard acquiring\nPOS and EPOS\neCommerce and omnichannel payments\nValue-added services and asset finance (where appropriate)\nDevelop commercially sound proposals that balance customer value with profitability\n \nStakeholder Management\n\nBuild relationships with multiple buyer stakeholders, including finance, operations, IT, and ownership\nConfidently engage and present at senior decision-maker and C-suite level\nWork collaboratively with internal teams across Product, Risk, Onboarding, and Implementation to progress opportunities\n \nSales Discipline & Governance\n\nMaintain accurate CRM records, pipeline updates, and forecasts\nManage sales cycles effectively to maximise conversion, deal value, and customer satisfaction\nOperate within agreed pricing, risk, and compliance frameworks\nMarket & Partner Engagement\n\nBuild and nurture introducer and partner relationships to generate and progress opportunities\nEstablish Handepay Mid-Market’s presence within your chosen sectors through networking and market activity\nShare market insight, competitor intelligence, and customer feedback to inform wider strategy\n \nWhat We’re Looking For\n \nEssential\n\nProven experience in B2B sales within payments, fintech, financial services, or SaaS\nStrong track record of self-generating and closing complex, higher-value opportunities\nConsultative selling approach with strong commercial judgement\nExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills\n \nDesirable\n\nExperience selling card acquiring, POS/EPOS, eCommerce, or omnichannel solutions\nExperience working with introducers or partner-led sales models\nSector or vertical specialism within higher-value merchant environments\n \nWhy Handepay Mid-Market?\n\nOpportunity to be part of a growing Mid-Market sales channel from an early stage\nHigh autonomy with the backing of a well-established payments business\nExposure to complex, rewarding sales opportunities\nClear progression opportunities as Handepay Mid-Market scales\n \nAbout Handepay\n \nHandepay, part of the PayPoint Group, are a leading player in the payments industry because we have a remarkable proposition that is unrivalled. Combined with our core values of transparency, honesty and integrity, it is clear to see why our Trustpilot reviews are among the best in the industry.\n \nWe believe every customer and every employee counts. We treat you as an individual and make sure you are fully supported to achieve your goals.\n \nBenefits\n \nWe are focused on ensuring our team enjoy a good work-life balance, offering a range of benefits.\n\n33 days annual leave (inclusive of 8 UK bank holidays)\nContributory pension scheme and life assurance\nDiscounts through our employee benefits platform\nEmployee assistance programme\n \nYou may have experience in the following: Corporate Sales Manager, Mid-Market Sales Manager, B2B Sales Manager, Payments Sales Manager, Fintech Sales Manager, Enterprise Sales Executive, Business Development Manager, Strategic Account Manager, Merchant Services Sales Manager, SaaS Sales Manager.\n\nREF-(Apply online only)

Are you a qualified counsellor with management or leadership experience?\n\nPortfolio are proud to be representing our Client who are a trusted health and wellbeing network who have been making a positive difference in over 15 million lives, in their search to add a Counselling Manager to their team.\n\nThis is a great opportunity to join the industry leading EAP and OH provider & Sunday Times 'Best Places to Work' organisation as an EAP Counsellor.\n\nJob Overview\n\nYou will work as part of the EAP management team in coaching your teams to provide in the moment therapeutic support, championing in house interventions, whilst providing assistance and information on a wide range of counselling subjects. You will monitor and manage daily goals, service level agreements and quality scoring, ensuring that all are working consistently and in line with organisational expectations. The role requires high levels of professional standards whilst working in a telephone environment, adhering to KPIs and SLAs.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nOverall responsibility for the running of your counselling team\nMonitor, mentor and ensure counsellors are working in line with clinical governance and within internal policies\nWork proactively to ensure the wellbeing of all counsellors, through debriefs, wellbeing sessions and team engagement\nImplement and maintain new weekly and monthly goals by completing regular quality assessments and coaching sessions; monitoring additional learning in line with performance management protocols and CPD requirements\nTo support the counselling team on a day-to-day basis with risk and safeguarding debriefs as and when required and ensure team members are always following the Risk Guidance policyWhat you Bring to the Team\n\nCounselling qualification with IACP registration\nAbility to inspire team members and encourage clinical excellence and exceptional customer service\nAmbitious with the determination to succeed \n\nBenefits\n\nCash plan for you (and your children, if any)\nHolidays increase after 2-and 5- years' service\nContractual sick pay\nPrivate medical insurance after 5 years' service\nProfit share scheme\nSeason ticket loan scheme\nCycle to work scheme\nAccess to Employee Assistance Programme\nCompany incentives, access to discount schemes\n100% funding for professional registration fees\nSupport with revalidation and CPD \n\n 50084LSR4\n\nINDMANS \n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Building a sustainable tomorrow\n\nBAM UK and Ireland are recruiting an Employee Relations Advisor to join our FM Segment of the business. Based out of our offices in Manchester and working 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday.\n\nThis role provides an advisory service, delivering high quality, consistent, and professional HR guidance and advice to managers. The ER Advisor will play a key role in supporting the people agenda by helping managers operate confidently, compliantly, and in alignment with BAM’s values. The postholder will be able to demonstrate being able to operate in a HR advisory environment to support interactions, collaborations and handover points with other parts of the wider People team, defined ways of working, and consistently high service standards.\n\nThe role also serves as custodian of the central case tool, ensuring all case activity, advice, and outcomes are recorded accurately. Strong data stewardship will enable meaningful insights, trend analysis, and informed decision making.\n\nMaking Possible\n\nEmployee Relations & Case Management\n• Provide expert coaching, advice and case management support to line managers on a broad range of employee relations matters (e.g., disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, probation, TUPE, compliance investigations).\n• Deliver balanced, pragmatic guidance that is legally compliant and aligned to BAM policies and procedures, supporting effective decision making and risk management and compliance with BAM policies and employment legislation.\n• Manage end to end ER cases, ensuring timely, fair and consistent outcomes that reflect best practice and BAM values.\n• Escalate complex or sensitive matters to the HR Business Partnering team where appropriate.\n• Work collaboratively with the Compliance team on cases involving serious conduct or behavioural concerns.\n• Build trusted relationships and engagement with key stakeholders, including line managers, HR colleagues, Trade Union & employee representatives, Occupational Health and external legal advisors.\n• Provide advice and support to all parties through the case management approach that is sensitive to wellbeing and aligned to our values and behaviours.\n• Model behaviours aligned with BAM’s values in all interactions and decision making\n\nCustodianship of the Central ER Tool\n• Act as the primary custodian of BAM ER recording tool.\n• Ensure all advice, notes, decisions, and outcomes are logged accurately.\n• Champion consistently high data quality standards to support robust reporting and insight.\n• Use ER data to identify emerging themes, hotspot areas, and opportunities for proactive managerial support.\n\nAdvisory Service\n• Deliver a reliable, manager focused advisory service reflective of the needs of a multisite operational environment.\n• Support service consistency, operational clarity, and the development of repeatable processes.\n• Help embed new ways of working and support clear collaboration between ER, HRBPs, People Services, People Centres of Excellence and Compliance.\n\nCollaboration & Ways of Working\n• Contribute to continuous improvement of ER processes, standards and ways of working to enhance the overall quality and consistency of case management.\n• Build strong and respectful working relationships across HR, Operations, People Services, and other enabling teams.\n• Contribute proactively to shaping how the new advisory model functions, including workflow, governance, and escalation routes.\n• Support embedding consistency and developing capability across the business.\n\nData, Reporting & Governance\n• Collaborate with the Compliance team to produce the business ER insights, people data, and reporting for HRBPs and the business.\n• Support audit and compliance requirements relating to employment practice, documentation, and process adherence.\n• Handle all data in line with GDPR requirements and BAM’s governance standards.\n\nPeople, Culture & BAM Values\n• Champion BAM’s values - Sustainable, Inclusive, Reliable, Ownership, Collaboration - through all actions and decisions.\n• Support wellbeing, culture, development, and engagement initiatives and other aligned people management practices.\n\nWhat’s in it for you?\n\nWe offer a competitive salary and benefits package, matched pension contributions, private healthcare, life assurance, Company Car / Car allowance and a wide range of family friendly policies. This is a great time to join BAM UK & Ireland as we are growing at great speed, and you will be at the forefront; helping to make a difference to our FM segment of the business.\n\nWhat do you bring to the role?\n\nEssential\n• Experience in employee relations case management within complex environments.\n• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations best practice.\n• Proven experience managing end to end complex ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance and investigation processes through to conclusion.\n• Confidence in coaching, influencing and constructively challenging managers at all levels.\n• Experience maintaining accurate ER records and using HR/ER systems.\n• Ability to manage high volume ER activity and work in a in a dynamic, multisite operational environment with changing priorities.\n• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.\n\nDesirable\n• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience).\n• Experience working within volume ER and similar fast-paced industries.\n• Strong analytical capability with confidence in producing HR data and insights.\n• Mediation experience.\n\nAbout BAM\n\nThe art of building is about building for communities; it’s about building for life. Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar.\n\nOur values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day.\n\nThe application process\n\nBAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible"\n\nClosing date for applications is Friday 6th March 2026

IT Manager\n\nLocation: Manchester (Onsite)Department: ITSalary: £30k to £40k depending on experienceCompany DescriptionUK Management College (UKMC) is a growing higher‑education provider offering a range of business‑focused and professional programmes. Our focus is on delivering practical, career‑driven education that prepares students for real opportunities in industry. We work with experienced academics, established professionals, and industry partners to ensure our courses remain relevant, supportive, and high‑quality. UKMC is looking to recruit an IT Manager to join their IT Team.Essential\nMinimum 4+ years’ experience in IT management or a senior IT role within a multi-site organisation. \nStrong expertise in cloud environments, particularly Microsoft Intune and Microsoft 365. \nProven experience in IT staff management, including performance management and PDPs. \nExperience managing cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., Cyber Essentials). \nStrong understanding of UK data protection regulations. \nExperience supporting or working alongside Student Information Systems. \nExcellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. \nGood understanding of Programming, API integration, and database structure to manage the development of in-house CRM \nSolid understanding of the network experience working with Ubiquiti Desirable\nExperience in higher education or academic environments. \nFamiliarity with Tribal EBS or similar IS platforms.\nExperience managing offshore or distributed teams. \nKnowledge of AV systems and IT lab environments.Qualifications\nMinimum Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).\nRelevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft , ITIL, CISSP) are desirable.\nKey Competencies Leadership and people management\nStrategic thinking and planning \nCommunication and stakeholder engagement\nProblem-solving and decision-making\nRisk and compliance management\nWorking Relationships\nInternal: Senior Leadership Team, Academic Staff, SIS Team, Administrative Departments\nExternal: Partner Universities, IT Vendors, Regulatory BodiesAdditional Information\nTravel between campuses may be required.\nFlexibility to respond to critical IT incidents outside normal working hours. Key Responsibilities1. IT Operations & Infrastructure Management\nOversee day-to-day IT operations across all UKMC campuses (Manchester, Derby, Newcastle) and offshore teams in Bangladesh.\nManage and maintain a Microsoft Intune-based full cloud environment.\nEnsure high availability, performance, and security of IT systems, networks, and services.\nSupport and maintain IT labs and AV equipment across campuses.2. Cybersecurity & Compliance\nMaintain and enhance Cyber Essentials certification compliance.\nImplement and monitor IT security policies, including device restrictions and access controls.\nEnsure compliance with UK data protection regulations, including UK GDPR and institutional policies.\nLead incident response and risk mitigation strategies.3. IT Strategy & Planning\nDevelop and implement IT strategies aligned with UKMC’s academic and operational goals.\nLead IT budget planning, forecasting, and cost optimisation initiatives.\nEvaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance teaching, learning, and business operations.4. Policy Development & Governance\nDesign, implement, and review IT policies (e.g., dataprotection, acceptable use, device management).\nEnsure governance frameworks are in place and adhered toacross all locations.\nConduct regular audits and compliance checks.5. Stakeholder Engagement\nAct as the primary IT contact for senior leadership and key stakeholders.\nCommunicate IT strategy, risks, and performance effectively to non-technical audiences.\nCollaborate with partner universities to ensure alignment of IT services and standards.6. Team Leadership & Development\nLead and manage a distributed IT team of approximately 300 staff, including offshore personnel.\nDrive performance management, training, and professional development.\nFoster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.7. Vendor & Service Management\nManage third-party vendors, service providers, and technology partners.\nNegotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met

Warranty Manager \n\nLocation: Network‑wide (north), with travel to Care Centres and suppliers Working Pattern: Hybrid – approx. 3 days on site / 2 days from home Salary: £64,832 per annum\n\nThe Situation\n\nA major UK rail operator is seeking an experienced and autonomous Warranty Manager to take full ownership of its warranty management function. The current process is underdeveloped and reactive; the organisation is now shifting towards a proactive, data‑driven approach. With a significant number of new trains entering the fleet over the coming years, this is a pivotal moment to establish strong governance, improve performance, and maximise cost recovery.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nThis is a high‑impact role within the Technical Services team, offering the autonomy to define strategy, refine Quality Management System Procedures (QMSP), and build a robust governance framework for warranty activity. You will manage one direct report (Fleet & Material Support Engineer) and act as the key interface between Technical Support Engineers, train owners, and major suppliers such as Unipart, Wabtec, and CAT.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nStrategic Governance — Establish and enforce a consistent, robust warranty governance process across five Train Care Centres.\nKPI Implementation — Develop and maintain KPIs to track claim volumes, success rates, losses, and disputes.\nDispute Resolution — Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers when claims are rejected, using technical insight to secure favourable outcomes.\nPerformance Reporting — Produce clear financial and operational reporting for senior stakeholders.\nStakeholder Management — Coordinate between Technical Support Engineers and external supply chain partners to ensure timely, accurate claim handling.\nMaterial Support Oversight — Manage the Fleet & Material Support Engineer, ensuring engineering changes and material challenges are resolved efficiently.\n\nEssential Skills & Experience\n\nRolling Stock Expertise — Minimum 5 years’ experience within the rolling stock industry.\nTechnical Background — Strong understanding of engine systems and related engineering principles.\nCommercial Acumen — Experience managing budgets, interpreting contract obligations (e.g., NEC4), and reporting financial outcomes.\nQualifications — NVQ Level 3 or above in an engineering discipline.\nAnalytical Mindset — Ability to trend data and use insights to drive process improvements.\nHigh Autonomy — Comfortable defining your own direction and navigating complex, ambiguous challenges.\n\nAbout Ford & Stanley - \n\nFord & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas – recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.\n\nFord & Stanley TalentWise – Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary.\nFord & Stanley Recruitment – Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract.\nFord & Stanley Executive Search – Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe.\nFord & Stanley Genius Performance – Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way.\nFord & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination

Senior Investment Manager – North West (Hybrid)\nManchester\nPension / Private Mediacal\nMarket leading Revenue comms plan\nWe are partnering with a long‑established, highly respected UK investment management and stockbroking firm entering an exciting new phase of strategic growth. With a heritage of delivering exceptional discretionary and advisory portfolio management to HNW and UHNW clients, the firm now seeks an accomplished Senior Investment Manager to help shape its next chapter. This role offers genuine autonomy, influence over investment direction, and the opportunity to inherit and expand a high‑quality client book within a trusted, FCA‑regulated environment. It is an ideal move for a seasoned professional seeking both stability and meaningful impact.\nKey Responsibilities\n * Lead the management of discretionary and advisory portfolios across multi‑asset strategies, ensuring suitability, risk alignment, and long‑term performance for HNW and UHNW clients.\n * Inherit and steward an established client book while proactively developing new relationships through your professional network and market presence.\n * Provide sophisticated investment advice, incorporating tax considerations, market insights, and bespoke portfolio construction.\n * Represent the firm in client meetings, presentations, and pitches, articulating investment philosophy with clarity and authority.\n * Contribute to investment committee discussions, offering informed views on asset allocation, macro trends, and security selection.\n * Play an active role in shaping the firm’s commercial strategy, growth initiatives, and client proposition.\n * Uphold the highest standards of FCA compliance, governance, and ethical conduct.\nRequired Experience & Expertise\n * CISI Level 6 or Level 7 (or equivalent) with strong working knowledge of FCA regulatory expectations.\n * Proven track record managing discretionary and/or advisory portfolios for HNW/UHNW private clients or family offices.\n * Established network of introducers, professional partners, and prospective clients.\n * Demonstrable ability to retain, grow, and deepen long‑term client relationships built on trust and performance.\n * Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities and contribute to business growth.\n * Confident communicator with the gravitas expected of a senior investment professional.\nValue Proposition / Why Join Us\n * Join a respected, independent UK investment firm with a prestigious heritage and a clear, ambitious growth strategy.\n * Inherit a high‑quality client book while enjoying the autonomy to shape your own portfolio and business development approach.\n * Competitive senior‑level compensation package, including salary, benefits, and performance‑linked rewards.\n * Hybrid working model offering flexibility without compromising collaboration.\n * Direct access to senior leadership, with genuine influence over investment direction and firm‑wide strategy.\n * A culture built on transparency, professionalism, and partnership, where experienced managers and directors work side‑by‑side.\n * Long‑term career progression within a stable, well‑capitalised organisation committed to continuous improvement.\nClosing Statement\nIf you are an accomplished investment professional seeking a senior role with influence, autonomy, and the backing of a highly credible UK firm, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Submit your CV and our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further

We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Internal Controls Tester, with experience in controls testing and supporting RCSAs, to join our growing FTSE 250 business.\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and contributing to the effective operation of the internal control framework.\n\nAbout the role\n\nReporting to the Manager of Internal Controls, you will provide support in implementing and maintaining of AJ Bell’s financial, operational, and compliance control environment.\n\nYou will assist with the implementation and ongoing monitoring of the Group’s internal control framework, with a primary focus on testing material and key controls. This role will work alongside stakeholders in the business as well as engaging with senior leaders and Risk SMEs.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Conduct design effectiveness reviews of controls, create/review process maps, and work with the business and SMEs to resolve control design failures and monitor remediation plans.\n\n * Perform operating effectiveness testing of controls, provide outcomes and recommendations, and work with the business to address root causes of control deficiencies and track remediation plans.\n\n * Provide guidance and best practice advice to control owners on remediation activities and internal control improvements.\n\n * Support the business with their Risk and Control Self Assessments and help support maturity and improvement of the process application.\n\n * Support in the development of control indicators and measures to assess control effectiveness.\n\n * Support in the development of continuous monitoring practices and using data analytics to assess control effectiveness.\n\n * Support the business in understanding and applying how the new UK Corporate Governance Code requirements affect processes and controls.\n\n * Assist in preparing management information and compiling control assessment findings and recommendations for reporting to Executive and Board Committees.\n\nCompetence, Knowledge & Skills\n\n * Prior hands-on work in risk, internal control, or audit—ideally in Financial Services.\n\n * Competent in conducting design and operating effectiveness testing, documenting outcomes, and tracking remediation activities.\n\n * Able to produce well-structured written outputs and communicate findings verbally to stakeholders.\n\n * Comfortable contributing to proposals, providing recommendations, and partnering with control owners to remediate weaknesses.\n\n * Strong organisation with the ability to follow priorities and manage to tight reporting deadlines.\n\n * Analytical problem solving, Logical, methodical approach—balancing detail with the bigger picture.\n\n * Reporting & MI preparation, Comfortable compiling control assessment findings and recommendations for senior governance forums.\n\n * Ability to assess control design, create/review process maps, identify design failures, and oversee remediation plans.\n\n * Operating effectiveness testing, Skilled in testing and documenting controls, evaluating results, recommending corrective actions, and tracking remediation to closure using testing tools.\n\n * Provide practical guidance and best practice advice on remediation and internal control improvements, experience in driving improvements through automation will be an advantage.\n\n * Disciplined approach that captures evidence, maintains clear workpapers, and connects findings to root cause analysis and remediation.\n\n * Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to follow priorities set by others.\n\nAbout AJ Bell\n\nAJ Bell is one of the UK’s fastest-growing investment platform businesses, providing award-winning solutions for everyone, from professional financial advisers to first-time investors.\n\nToday, over 723,000 customers trust us to manage more than £108.7 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible, we’re helping more people take control of their financial futures.\n\nWe’re proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work® in 2025 and 2026 a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture.\n\nWhat we offer\n\n * 25 days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays\n\n * 6% Pension with matched contributions\n\n * Discretionary bonus scheme\n\n * Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE)\n\n * Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare\n\n * Free onsite gym\n\nPlease visit our careers page for the full list of benefits\n\nOur ways of working\n\nWe offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office.\n\nFor new starters, there’s an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships.\n\nInclusion & diversity\n\nWe’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work.\n\nWe welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience and potential

A highly respected, people-first construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Project Manager to play a key role in its next phase of growth.\n\nThis is a genuinely unique opportunity for the right individual to step into a pivotal position within a close-knit, high-performing team, acting as a bridge between the Director and project teams while helping to shape the future direction of the business.\n\nAbout the Consultancy\n\nFrom commercial developments to education, public sector regeneration, and leisure & hospitality projects, this consultancy supports clients through every stage of delivery - from initial concept all the way to completion. Known for its collaborative, down-to-earth culture, the team prides itself on a people-first approach, strong client relationships, and a supportive working environment.\n\nWith a strong pipeline of exciting projects and continued growth, they are now looking for someone who can add real value beyond delivery - bringing leadership, structure, and energy to the team.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Senior Project Manager, you will:\n\nAct as a key link between leadership and delivery teams, ensuring smooth communication and project success\n\nLead and oversee a range of high-quality projects across multiple sectors, including commercial, education, regeneration, and leisure & hospitality\n\nEnsure compliance with quality standards, procurement protocols, and governance frameworks (including NEC, JCT, and public sector procedures)\n\nMentor and develop junior team members, helping to build capability within the business\n\nPlay a hands-on role in shaping processes, improving delivery, and enhancing client experience\n\nBuild and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor\n\nContribute to business development activities and support the continued growth of the consultancy\n\nWhat They’re Looking For\n\nA proven Project Manager operating at Senior level, with experience leading projects within a consultancy environment and ready to step into a more influential, leadership-focused role\n\nDemonstrable experience delivering projects across sectors such as commercial, education, leisure, or public sector developments\n\nStrong understanding of contract administration, procurement, and governance frameworks (e.g. NEC, JCT, public sector procurement)\n\nEstablished client-facing experience, with the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships\n\nA commercially aware, proactive individual with a collaborative leadership style\n\nExperience mentoring or managing junior team members\n\nProfessionally accredited (APM, RICS, CIOB or equivalent), or working towards chartership with significant progress\n\nA proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development\n \n\nWhy This Role Stands Out\n\nA true opportunity to make your mark within a growing consultancy\n\nWork closely with senior leadership and influence business direction\n\nJoin a friendly, supportive, and people-focused team\n\nExposure to a diverse range of projects across commercial, education, regeneration, and leisure sectors\n\nTake ownership of delivery, processes, and client relationships, becoming a trusted figure in the business

Manage and administer NEC3 contracts in accordance with project and governance requirements \n- Control and implement contract variations efficiently, ensuring timely and compliant agreement \n- Maintain accurate cost control, monitoring, and forecasting \n- Valuation of construction works as they progress on site \n- Assist the Project Manager in commercial and cost matters in a proactive and diligent manner \n- Continuously improve the quality and reliability of cost forecasts and budgets \n- Work collaboratively with client and contractor teams to achieve project objectives, KPIs, and value outcomes \n- Demonstrate value for money of quotations, working with the contractor to drive best practice and value engineering \n\nCandidate Specification \nEssential: \n- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline \n- NEC ECC accreditation and practical experience administering NEC3 ECC contracts \n- Hold, or be working towards, membership of an appropriate professional body or equivalent such as MRICS \n- UK national min BPSS with SC (or SC pending) \n- Relevant degree \n- Min. Senior QS level (Chartered preferred) \n- Min 5 years post qualification experience \n- Client facing experience \n- Experience in nuclear /defence preferable \n- Notable experience in NEC3/4 actual Defined Cost contracts and CEMAR \n- May require travel to Derby for Client meetings

Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager | Manchester | £55,000 + £5,300 Car Allowance + Further Benefits\n\nAre you ready to lead safety and facilities improvements in a busy, flagship site?\n\nCan you influence operational teams to adopt safe and compliant working practices across diverse locations?\n\nWe're seeking an experienced Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager to oversee a flagship site within a major logistics and distribution operation. This standalone role offers the opportunity to bring structure, consistency, and confidence to a decentralised safety and facilities function, supporting a key business growth area.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nLeading HSE and facilities initiatives to ensure legal compliance and continuous improvement\nManaging major CAPEX projects, including infrastructure upgrades and maintenance standards\nDriving risk assessments, internal audits, and safety inspections across sites\nStandardising safe working procedures and delivering targeted training programmes\nSupporting contractor management, incident investigations, and facilities governance \n\nThe ideal candidate will have:\n\nNEBOSH Diploma or equivalent health and safety qualification\nStrong facilities management experience, including budget and contractor oversight\nProven ability to interpret legislation into practical actions and improvements\nExperience working within large, busy warehouse or logistics environments \n\nWhat does this role offer you?\n\nSalary up to £55,000 DOE plus £5,300 car allowance\nDiscretionary bonus scheme and pension (5% employer / 5% employee), plus life assurance (up to 3x salary)\n33 days holiday with option to buy up to 5 additional days\nFlexible working perk including early finish Fridays\nLong service awards, share save scheme, Cycle to Work and healthcare cash plan \n\nJoin a forward-thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and diversity. Grow your career in a supportive, inclusive culture where you can truly make a difference.\n\nFor more information or to apply, please contact Sam Tearne at or call (phone number removed).\n\nIrwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions.\n\nIrwin and Colton 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 our website (url removed). Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.\n\nHealth, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Manager | Manchester | £55,000 + £5,300 Car Allowance + Further Benefits

Contracts Manager\n\nRefurbishment | NHS Education Commercial Projects\n\nAbout the Client\n\nOur client is a well‑established, respected regional contractor with a strong footprint across Greater Manchester and the wider North West. With decades of experience delivering high‑quality refurbishment and fit‑out projects, they have built an excellent reputation for working collaboratively with clients in occupied, live environments.\n\nThe business operates across NHS healthcare estates, education facilities and commercial buildings, delivering projects that demand precision, sensitivity and robust stakeholder management. Known for their hands‑on leadership, long‑serving staff and repeat client base, this contractor offers the stability of a seasoned regional business combined with the autonomy and influence that larger national firms often cannot match.\n\nWith a healthy pipeline of secured work in the Manchester region, they are now looking to strengthen their senior delivery team with an experienced Contracts Manager.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is a key leadership position overseeing multiple refurbishment schemes across the region. You will take responsibility from pre‑construction through to final handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards, often within live NHS and education environments.\n\nYou’ll act as the primary point of contact for clients and consultants, leading site teams and maintaining the contractor’s reputation for professionalism and reliability.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Overall contractual, operational and commercial responsibility for refurbishment projects\n\n * Managing Site Managers, subcontractors and supply chain partners\n\n * Close liaison with NHS Trusts, education stakeholders and commercial clients\n\n * Programming, cost control, variations and risk management\n\n * Ensuring compliance with NHS HTM/HBN guidance where applicable\n\n * Driving health & safety, quality standards and project governance\n\n * Chairing progress meetings and providing clear client reporting\n\n * Overseeing successful handovers and final accounts\n\nAbout You\n\n * Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within refurbishment projects\n\n * Background working in NHS, education or occupied commercial environments\n\n * Strong technical, contractual and commercial knowledge\n\n * Confident, professional communicator with excellent client‑facing skills\n\n * Organised, proactive and solutions‑focused\n\n * SMSTS, CSCS and relevant construction qualifications preferred\n\nWhy This Opportunity?\n\n * Join a stable, regional contractor with an outstanding local reputation\n\n * Long‑term secure workload across the Manchester region\n\n * Varied, meaningful projects that positively impact communities\n\n * A collaborative culture with direct access to senior decision‑makers\n\n * Competitive salary, car allowance and comprehensive benefits\n\nIf you’re a Contracts Manager looking for a long‑term role with a trusted regional contractor where your experience is valued and your impact is visible—this is an opportunity not to be missed.\n\nApply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion

We have a brand new, fabulous opportunity for an experienced Marketing professional to join an award winning, specialist travel company, as Head of Marketing & Growth Operations.\nThe Head of Marketing & Growth Operations will oversee the operational planning, delivery and optimisation of marketing activity across acquisition, product marketing and lifecycle engagement.\nThe role combines commercial performance management, team leadership, marketing technology governance and cross-channel integration to ensure marketing investment drives measurable revenue growth. You will establish clear marketing performance frameworks, improve attribution and reporting visibility, strengthen forecasting and planning processes, and ensure marketing channels operate cohesively to support both short-term performance and long-term growth.\nThe successful candidate will be a commercially minded marketing operations or growth leader who combines analytical rigour with strong leadership capability. They will be comfortable operating in a performance-driven environment, building structure in complex marketing ecosystems and working closely with senior leadership to translate marketing activity into measurable commercial outcomes. Experience should include managing multi-channel acquisition strategies, lifecycle marketing programmes and digital performance channels within a B2C environment.\nOn offer is a competitive salary up to £70k plus excellent benefits. This is a hybrid/remote role and at least one day in every two weeks, will be spent at our client’s head office in the West Midlands, so candidates should be comfortable with this.\nIf this role is of interest to you, please apply online.\nRole of Head of Marketing & Growth Operations:\n * Own total marketing performance across UK and US markets.\n * Identify optimisation opportunities and underperforming investment.\n * Lead the operational delivery of marketing campaigns across acquisition, product marketing and lifecycle channels.\n * Line manage two marketing managers, creating clear accountability for performance delivery across channels.\n * Own the marketing campaign calendar and ensure coordinated delivery across all channels.\n * Govern product portfolio launch intensity, ensuring marketing resource aligns to commercially viable, demand-led product strategy.\n * Build a commercially focused, performance-driven marketing culture with strong operational discipline.\n * Track and manage marketing investment across channels and markets.\n * Oversee the operational performance and optimisation of key digital marketing channels.\n * Oversee marketing attribution modelling across digital and call-centre sales channels.\n * Govern marketing automation performance in partnership with the Engagement & Retention Manager.\n * Strengthen feedback loops between Marketing and Sales/Call Centre leadership to improve lead quality and conversion.\n * Collaborate with Product and Commercial teams to support margin and yield performance.\n * Support UK and US growth initiatives while maintaining alignment between brand ambition and commercial performance.\n * Work in partnership with the Marketing Director and Brand & Content Marketing Manager to ensure short-term performance optimisation decisions do not undermine long-term brand equity or positioning strategy.\nSkills required for the role:\n * Significant experience in marketing operations, growth or performance leadership roles.\n * Proven experience leading multi-channel marketing teams.\n * Strong commercial understanding of acquisition and retention economics.\n * Experience aligning digital marketing performance with sales or call-centre conversion environments.\n * Strong knowledge of CRM and marketing automation platforms.\n * Experience managing paid media, digital performance channels and marketing reporting frameworks.\n * Experience within travel, ecommerce or high-consideration purchase environments desirable.\nIf you’re interested in learning more about this Head of Marketing & Growth opportunity, please press the apply online button now!\nNot for you? Then please visit our website to view the other exciting roles we have available.\nSucceed Recruitment Solutions - for the best Travel jobs, Multilingual jobs and Contact Centre jobs

Project Manager - Construction & Property\n Salary: up to £60,000 + benefits\n Locations: Leeds & Manchester \n \n The Opportunity\n We are supporting a leading cost and project management consultancy as they continue to grow their teams across Leeds and Manchester. Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint Project Managers to deliver projects across a diverse and interesting portfolio of sectors.\n This is a great opportunity for Project Managers who enjoy variety, client interaction, and being closely involved in the delivery of high-quality built environment projects.\n Sectors You'll Work Across\n \nCommercial developments \nResidential (including mixed-use schemes) \nHigher education \nHeritage and conservation projects \nIndustrial & logistics The consultancy places strong emphasis on delivery quality, client relationships, and professional development, rather than being siloed into a single sector.\n Role Responsibilities\n \nEnd-to-end project management delivery from inception through to completion \nManaging cost, programme, risk, and quality alongside internal cost management teams \nCoordinating design teams, contractors, and stakeholders \nLeading client meetings and acting as a key point of contact \nManaging procurement strategies and contractor appointments \nEnsuring compliance with governance, reporting, and best practice \nSupporting the successful delivery of projects to time, cost, and quality targets About You\n We're looking for Project Managers who are delivery-focused, organised, and confident working in client-facing environments.\n Essential:\n \nExperience working as a Project Manager within the construction or property sector \nStrong understanding of project delivery processes \nExcellent stakeholder and communication skills \nAbility to manage multiple workstreams and priorities Desirable:\n \nConsultancy-side experience \nExperience across one or more of the listed sectors \nWorking towards or holding APM, RICS, or equivalent professional accreditation Why Join?\n \nWork on a broad range of projects across multiple sectors \nJoin a consultancy with a strong regional presence and national client base \nClear progression and structured career development \nSupportive, collaborative team culture \nCompetitive salary up to £60k plus a comprehensive benefits package \nHybrid working model based from Leeds or Manchester

Senior Management Accountant (6-Month FTC) | Manchester | Hybrid (3 days office) | £65,000 - £75,000 + 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, bonus and strong benefits package | Financial Services\n\nThe Company\n\nThis is a well-established UK-based financial services business supporting a large and diverse customer base through its credit and lending solutions. The business has a strong track record of growth and innovation, with a clear strategy focused on expanding its financial services offering and enhancing data-led decision-making.\n\nThe organisation places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, customer experience and continuous improvement, with a collaborative culture that encourages challenge, development and progression. The finance function plays a key role in driving performance and supporting strategic growth, offering strong exposure to senior stakeholders.\n\nThe Role\n\nLead the preparation, governance and delivery of monthly management accounts for the financial services division\nProvide detailed analysis on performance vs prior period and budget, including clear commentary on key variances\nOversee weekly KPI reporting, analysing trends and presenting insights to senior stakeholders\nProduce high-quality reporting packs for monthly committee meetings, including presenting results\nBusiness partner with senior stakeholders across financial services, ensuring clear understanding of financial performance\nSupport regulatory reporting requirements, including FCA reporting\nTake ownership of balance sheet controls, identifying risks and ensuring robust reconciliation processes\nAct as a key contact for audit, including year-end and interim processes, and preparation of technical papers (including IFRS 9)\nDrive continuous improvement across reporting, processes and financial controls\nManage and develop a direct report, supporting their progression and performance \n\nAbout You\n\nQualified accountant (ACA preferred)\nStrong experience within financial services\nSolid understanding of IFRS 9 and expected credit loss (ECL) methodologies\nProven ability to analyse complex financial data and communicate insights to non-finance stakeholders\nStrong commercial awareness with high attention to detail\nAdvanced Excel skills, with SQL and Oracle experience beneficial\nConfident stakeholder manager, able to influence at senior level\nTrack record of improving processes and driving efficiencies within finance \n\nWhat's on Offer\n\n£65,000 - £75,000 base salary\n6-month fixed-term contract\nHybrid working (minimum 3 days in the office)\n24 days holiday + bank holidays\nAnnual bonus scheme\nPension contribution up to 8%\nPrivate medical insurance and life assurance\nClear opportunities for career progression within a growing business \n\nZachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.\n\nZachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.\n\nSpecialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics\n\nBBBH35864\n\nNOTE - All emails will be sent from the following domain @(url removed). We will never contact you via WhatsApp without calling you prior, nor would we ever ask for any financial information

eDiscovery Lead for International Law firm\nCan be based in London or North West near Greater Manchecter (based on candidates location)\nOpportunity:\nAn exceptional opportunity has arisen to join a leading international law firm with a top-tier Disputes practice. This is a chance to play a key role in shaping and developing a growing Technology & E-Discovery function, supporting complex, high-profile disputes and investigations.\nThis position sits at the heart of the firm’s strategic growth plans, combining innovative legal technology with expert legal services to deliver cutting-edge e-disclosure solutions.\nThe Role\nAs Technology & E-Discovery Manager, you will lead the delivery of end-to-end e-discovery services across a diverse range of matters. You will act as the central point of expertise, working closely with legal teams to implement tailored digital solutions and ensure best-in-class service delivery.\nYou’ll also play a pivotal role in building capability within the team, driving innovation, and enhancing the firm’s use of technology-assisted review tools.\nKey Responsibilities\n * Partner with Disputes teams to design and deliver tailored e-discovery strategies\n * Act as the primary contact for document review and legal technology queries\n * Oversee the full lifecycle of e-discovery projects, from data collection to production\n * Build, mentor, and develop a junior team, providing ongoing training and support\n * Deliver training sessions to both internal stakeholders and clients\n * Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, sharing insights across the business\n * Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements relating to disclosure\nAbout You\nYou’ll be a highly experienced e-discovery professional with strong technical expertise and a collaborative approach.\nKey skills and experience include:\n * Deep understanding of document review platforms and disclosure processes\n * Hands-on experience with leading tools (e.g. Relativity, Nuix or similar)\n * Strong knowledge of AI-driven review technologies such as TAR and CAL\n * Proven experience managing teams and delivering training\n * Solid understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM)\n * Experience implementing quality control processes and mitigating risk in review workflows\n * Ability to advise on strategic use of technology in complex matters\n * Experience with scripting or automation is advantageous\n * Strong client-facing experience within professional services or legal environments\nWhy Apply?\n * Opportunity to build and shape a growing function within a prestigious firm\n * Exposure to complex, high-value disputes and investigations\n * Work with cutting-edge legal technology and AI tools\n * Collaborative, forward-thinking environment with strong career progression\n#HeadofDiscoveryjobs, #eDiscoverylead’ #eDiscoveryManagerjobs’ #eDiscoveryjobsLondon, #eDisclosurejobs, #eDiscoveryjobsManchester, eDiscoveryJobsLiverpool, eDiscoveryjobsLeeds\nAbout Brimstone Consulting: We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas: E-Discovery and Digital Forensics; Payments; Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE’s etc.); Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts-SAS, SPSS etc.); Compliance/Corporate Governance ; IT - (full SDLC- BA’s PM’s , Architects, Developers etc.); Big Data and Data Analytics - (MI/BI/CI); InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit; Accountancy and Finance\nBrimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients’ specifications.\nOur Data Protection number: ZA(phone number removed)

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