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Job Title: Head of IT Location: Southampton (On site role) Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 + benefits About the Role The company are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of IT to lead a transformative journey within a fast-paced waste management business. Following the departure of a long-serving predecessor, this is a rare opportunity to reshape the IT function, drive innovation, and win the hearts and minds of a workforce ready for change. You’ll be responsible for managing a team of six, overseeing support, development, and programme delivery, while spearheading the implementation of Salesforce and Continia ERP. The business is at a critical inflection point, and your leadership will be key to shifting perceptions and unlocking the full potential of technology across the organisation. Key Responsibilities • Lead and inspire a team of developers, support engineers, and project managers / program leads within the IT function, • Oversee the implementation and optimisation of Salesforce and Continia ERP, • Champion cyber security best practices across the organisation, • Manage IT projects and change initiatives from concept to completion, • Build trust and engagement with depot staff and stakeholders across 24 locations, • Drive cultural change and challenge the status quo within the business, • Represent IT at senior leadership level, with a clear path to board membership What they are Looking For; • Proven experience in IT leadership, ideally within fast-paced or operational environments, • Strong background in cyber security, systems implementation, and change management, • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • Ambitious, smart, and people-oriented – someone who thrives on building relationships, • A strategic thinker with the courage to challenge legacy systems and mindsets, • Willingness to travel across depots and engage directly with frontline teams, • Aspirations to grow into a board-level role and shape the future of the business Click ‘apply now’ or get in touch with Joe Bigsby on (0)203 826 6747 or to discuss their benefits in more detail. Please note their preference is someone to be on site with the team but some flexibility may be offered. Nigel Frank International is the global leader in Microsoft Recruitment. We are trusted by Microsoft Partners and End Users across the UK and Europe to deliver top-tier Modern Workplace professionals. Visit for more opportunities.

Head of IT Southampton – 5 Days On-Site Salary up to £80,000 + Benefits Nigel Frank is partnered with a fast-growing, family-run organisation undergoing a major digital transformation. We’re looking for a hands-on, people-focused Head of IT who can modernise systems, uplift the perception of IT across the business, and lead a small but capable technology team through an exciting period of change. This is a true leadership role for someone who thrives in operational environments, isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, and wants to make a visible impact every day. The Opportunity You’ll take ownership of the company’s entire technology function across infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, ERP, and business systems. With the organisation operating 24/7 across multiple sites, this is a role for someone who enjoys being close to the operation, visible to staff, and trusted by the leadership team. You’ll also play a pivotal role in the rollout of new systems, including their Salesforce-based ERP, while shaping an empowered, proactive, high-performing IT culture. Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and develop a team across support, development, cybersecurity, and programme delivery, • Modernise and stabilise legacy systems and lead the transition to a future-fit IT landscape, • Manage infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and system resilience across a multi-site operation, • Drive a positive IT reputation by building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, • Oversee ERP and core business systems, including integrations and ongoing transformation projects, • Own IT vendor management, budgets, and third-party relationships, • Embed best practices around cyber security, compliance, and operational excellence, • Champion change, continuous improvement, and an open, constructive feedback culture What Makes This Role Unique • A highly visible leadership position — you’ll be embedded in the operation, working closely with teams across depots, logistics, finance, and the leadership group, • An empowered culture where you’re expected to take initiative, make decisions, and challenge old ways of working, • A business that is ready to modernise after years of outdated systems — you’ll have real freedom to shape the transformation, • The previous Head of IT was in post for 20 years, so this is a rare opportunity to truly reset the function, • A clear pathway to progress, with the potential to move toward board-level influence for the right person About You We’re looking for someone with strong technical grounding and the emotional intelligence to lead in a people-driven organisation. You will likely have: • Experience as a Head of IT, IT Manager, or senior IT leader in a fast-paced, operational, or family-run business, • A track record of driving transformation and managing change, • Strong background across infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and business systems, • Experience with ERP systems and major digital/CRM/ERP implementations (Salesforce experience beneficial but not essential), • The confidence to challenge the status quo and influence both senior leaders and front-line staff, • The ability to communicate IT concepts in a clear, relatable, and non-technical way What’s on Offer • £75,000 – £80,000 depending on experience, • 5 days on-site in Southampton (some travel to depots when required), • The chance to lead a critical function during a major business transformation, • A supportive, people-focused working culture, • Real autonomy and the ability to make meaningful change quickly

• Head of Risk & Assurance, • Southampton - Onsite 2/3 days a week, • 12 month contract - FTC, • Salary £77,235 - £90,108 We’re seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Risk & Assurance to lead our Assurance & Risk Management function. This pivotal role ensures robust internal control, governance, and compliance systems are in place to support the client's strategic objectives and long-term success. This is a fixed-term contract role, and we are ideally looking for someone to start in January 2026, though there may be some flexibility for the right candidate. What you’ll be doing Strategic Risk Leadership • Set the direction for the client’s risk management policy, ensuring best practice is embedded and continuously improved., • Establish and maintain organisational arrangements to manage, control, and mitigate risk, safeguarding the client information assets. Internal Audit • Define and deliver the annual internal audit programme, approved through the client ARC, based on key business risks., • Lead a blended internal audit team (internal and third-party), ensuring high-quality delivery and actionable insights., • Own the relationship with external auditors, steering their work and reviewing outputs., • Ensure timely follow-up and implementation of audit recommendations the client s the organisation. Governance & Compliance • Provide objective challenge and support to ensure the client adheres to principles of good corporate governance., • Represent the client on key external bodies, enhancing our reputation and influence., • Lead the Audit and Risk Committee, ensuring independent oversight of business operations., • Drive corporate governance initiatives, including the Annual Governance Statement., • Lead and manage the client’s whistle blowing framework and support the development of compliance approaches. Team Leadership • Lead and inspire the Risk & Assurance team, a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. What we’re looking for • Proven leadership experience in risk management, internal audit and governance., • Experience using OSARC, • Strong understanding of corporate governance frameworks and compliance standards., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills., • Experience managing third-party audit relationships and delivering strategic risk programmes., • Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

IT Service Delivery Manager Location – Chandlers Ford Established and trusted IT Managed Services company have an urgent requirement for an experienced and customer focused IT Engineer to join their team in a Service Delivery Management and operational capacity based at their beautifully refurbished head office located perfectly in Chandlers Ford. My client is an ISO accredited growing managed IT support company based in Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire providing IT support, Cyber Security, VoIP and Cloud services to businesses across the South Coast and beyond. The Role My client is seeking a commercially minded and experienced IT Service Delivery professional to oversee the delivery of high-quality IT services to their clients. This role ensures operational excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement across service delivery functions. The ideal candidate will ideally have a background as an IT Support Engineer within First and Second Line IT Support but with a key focus on customer service and satisfaction, managing KPI’s and SLA’s and be experienced in Incident, Problem and Change Management and resolution. This individual will oversee and manage the service delivery within the business and act as a first point of contact for client escalations and service reviews. The successful candidate will have technical skills but demonstrate a passion for customer excellence. The position is of a full time and permanent nature and will be predominantly office based with some flexible hybrid working available. Key Duties & Responsibilities • Lead and manage the IT service delivery team to meet SLAs and KPIs., • Oversee incident, problem, and change management processes., • Act as the primary point of contact for client escalations and service reviews., • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless service transitions and implementations., • Monitor performance metrics and drive service improvement initiatives., • Maintain documentation and compliance with ITIL best practices., • Manage vendor relationships and third-party service providers., • Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning. Experience & Skills • Proven experience in IT service delivery or IT operations management., • Strong understanding of technical support on a 1st or 2nd line knowledge base., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Experience with PSA ticketing systems (Halo)., • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities., • Familiarity with Cybersecurity and patch management practices is a requirement. My client offers a competitive salary and benefits alongside a superb working environment within a friendly, professional and supportive team and there are excellent opportunities for further development within the industry. Vendor accredited training will be available and subsidized in a variety of areas. The company is growing at a very fast rate and want their staff to grow with them.

Job Title: MOC Engineer Location: Guernsey/Southampton Employment Type: Permanent Benefits: • 25 days annual leave entitlement, • Additional benefits after 12 week probationary period include:, • Staff travel, • Contributory pension scheme, • Health care package, • Staff parking About the Role On behalf of our client, a passenger and freight service provider, we are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Operations Control Engineer to ensure compliance with UK CAA Part CAMO, Part M and Part 145 regulation requirements while acting as the focal for day to day fleet technical issues. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and varied environment whilst supporting continuous airworthiness. Key Responsibilities The Role: • Liaises with internal and external part 145 aircraft maintenance organisations, ensuring that all work performed complies with the CAME and CAMO technical procedures, including the acceptance of post maintenance aircraft., • Delivers company procedures and documentation training to internal and external part 145 aircraft maintenance organisations., • Conducts Daily calls, meetings, generates reports and updates, and liaises with internal and external stakeholders e.g. Materials, Planning, Technical Support/Technical Services, aircraft manufacturer and equipment OEMs., • Liaises with technical and airworthiness colleagues to address queries between maintenance and engineering., • Liaises with aircraft manufacturer and equipment/component OEMs when required., • Tracks fleet status and provides updates as required, coordinating with maintenance organisation personnel and Operations to maintain the flying programme., • Monitors aircraft messages, faults, and flight crew reports. Provides advice and technical support and direction to flight crews and engineers for in service defects., • Responds to technical issues away from base including AOG and disruption situations and coordinates required actions, including provision of troubleshooting advice and AOG recovery planning., • Liaises with Operations / Network team responsible for operating network, and works with Technical Planning to develop short and medium term plans. Updates day to day plans with regard to current aircraft technical and operational status., • Coordinates short term maintenance activities and work assignment for scheduled and unscheduled work (including additional work requests / engineering orders) up to annual / base check visits. Monitors previous day / overnight activity, ensuring allocated work is performed as required., • Coordinates and manages campaign plans / special activities such as fleet engine change programme, working with Technical Services and Technical Planning depts., • Controls daily checks., • Monitors and coordinates aircraft ADDs ensuring all defects are rectified in a timely manner, and to prevent use of RIE process., • Monitors Repetitive Defects and coordinates response, including creation and issue of work orders / instructions to Part 145 maintenance organisations using the OASES MMS., • Monitors materials forecasts and works with Materials Panning dept to ensure material and tooling availability for scheduled and unscheduled requirements., • Monitors fleet utilisation and maintenance forecasts with Planning and Operations with due consideration to aircraft configuration., • Manages the recording and analysis of technical delays and contributes to the technical reliability function and continuous improvement of Technical Dispatch Reliability (TDR). Ensures correct allocation of delay codes, challenges incorrect delay code allocation by Operations as necessary, and leads technical delay analysis meetings., • Works with Technical Services / Data Management team to ensure availability and use of approved data at all times, including electronic access such as maintenance laptops., • Works with Technical Services on engine condition trend monitoring, oil consumption monitoring, and other preventative / predictive maintenance tools and methods., • Works with Technical Services to ensure accurate update of aircraft damage control charts and repair files., • Supports Flight Operations / Fleet Managers / Technical Pilots on technical subjects relating to joint procedures and documents like MEL., • Coordinates with the Safety and Compliance dept for issuance of one off authorisations according to procedures., • Contributes to safety and compliance activities as required, including the supporting of technical investigations into hazard/occurrence reports, and audit findings., • Supports the development and application of Flight Data Monitoring (FDM), including monitoring for maintenance alerts / messages / events and liaison with the Safety dept for coordination of follow up action where required., • Supports Emergency response procedures., • Records costs and expenditures when required and makes decisions based Commercial awareness to support the business., • Involved in management of change and risk assessment processes used for charter flights, new route launches, wet lease flights, etc, and involved in set up and support of outstation support contracts., • Produces reports and information to MOC Manager, Head of Continuing Airworthiness, and other internal and external stakeholders., • Deputises for MOC Manager., • Supports other tasks or projects as required as the role and responsibilities may change in line with the job function. Candidate Requirements Essential: • Part 66 B1 or B2 licence preferably with ATR72 rating, • Strong knowledge of Part M and Part 145, • Excellent IT and communication skills, • Minimum of 5 years aircraft maintenance experience within MCC or line maintenance, • Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail Why Work with JMC Aviation? At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across [engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations]. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent. • Industry-leading compliance support, • Fast onboarding and documentation assistance, • Dedicated recruitment consultant, • Placements across the globe, • Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector How to Apply Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to Compliance & Equal Opportunities JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations. GDPR In applying for the above position and sharing your personal data with JMC Aviation Limited, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy (found on our website).

This is a remote role, preference being someone based in the North West of England and able to come to the South Manchester area sporadically for meetings etc…. This role would suit someone who has solid front AND back end development experience, our clients are agnostic on tech and background – more about personality and quality of experience. The Client: SaaS Platform with outstanding uptake in the Education sector, a start-up environment driven my meritocracy with some highly cerebral colleagues. Currently a team of six, growth will be organic and it’s expected this role holder will the experience and skills to come in as technical lead. Flexible, dynsmic and thoroughly modern in terms of how the team work The Role: This will be the first Senior engineering hire within the Business, working alongside the Directors on developing the platform which has upwards of 2500 users. We’re looking for a product-minded developer to work closely with the Head of Engineering and Product Lead to break down Business & User problems to collaboratively find solutions and deliver high-quality code. Your insights and solutions will be required. Zero red tape in an agile and forward thinking team. You: • Solid development experience – you understand how web apps are built, shipped maintained and iterated on features, understanding quality and delivery, • You’ll have worked in large teams on complex problems, • Ruby on Rails, vue.js and Typescript would be highly beneficial – though not a hard requirement….. A full role profile is available on request – we can bring this to life on a call and talk openly about the position, the interview process and your suitability for the role. Please contact any of the team at PeopleGenius for more information….. Keywords: Web Developer, Full Stack Engineer, Developer, RoR, Ruby on Rails, Full Stack, Vue.js, web Dev, developer, back end developer, SQL, Typescript, Java, JS, web developer

Senior Functional Consultant – D365 Customer Engagement (CE) £70,000 – £100,000 + Benefits UK-Wide | Hybrid | 3 Days Onsite (Nearest Office) We’re supporting a globally recognised consulting organisation who are in a period of significant expansion across their Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement practice. They are looking for a Senior Functional Consultant to play a key role in leading CE workstreams across enterprise-scale programmes, working with well-known clients across a mix of industries. This is not just configuration and delivery. It’s a chance to shape solution design, influence strategy, guide customers through transformation, and mentor internal teams as the practice continues to grow. What You'll Be Doing: • Leading functional workstreams from discovery through to deployment, • Working closely with client stakeholders, Microsoft, and near/offshore delivery teams, • Producing and presenting solution options (HLD / LLD), • Providing functional leadership across analysis, design, testing, data migration & cutover, • Coaching and mentoring consultants within the CE practice, • Supporting on bids, demos, proposals, and wider go-to-market initiatives What They're Looking For: • Strong experience delivering Dynamics 365 CE solutions in a consulting or partner environment, • Hands-on design and configuration experience across Sales, Customer Service, Customer Insights or CCaaS, • Confident leading customer workshops and explanation of solution options, • Experience guiding workstreams and working with cross-functional teams, • Comfortable engaging with C-suite and senior business stakeholders, • Power Platform understanding (Power Apps / Power Automate) is beneficial Why This Could Be a Strong Move: • Opportunity to influence and grow a CE practice, not just deliver, • Strong learning and development pathways, with support for certifications, • Exposure to major enterprise transformation programmes, • Real progression into Practice Leadership / Head of / Director track over time Package: • £70,000 – £100,000 depending on experience, • Excellent benefits & bonus scheme, • Hybrid working – 3 days onsite per week (closest office)

Pre-Sales Technical Solution Architect Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 pa, DOE Location: Remote Benefits: Comprehensive & competitive benefits package Apple / Jamf Experience is essential Reporting to the Head of Technical Design, the successful candidate will work closely with Sales and play a key role in scoping, designing & presenting bespoke Technical Solutions proposals to new and existing clients. The role involves occasional out of hours work and will be required to travel from office locations and customer sites. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Work closely with Sales in qualifying opportunities, assessing customer requirements, and develop bespoke technical solution proposals., • Present and review the solution in detail with customers, justifying the basis and case for the design and commercials, emphasising the commercial benefits, value add, and ROI., • Assist and where required be the solution lead in the production of responses to tenders, proposals including design, pricing, and supplier engagement., • Create the technical design and solution description documentation., • Establish assumptions and risks of the solution and assist in managing these throughout the transition process., • Follow internal processes for approval and cost sign off, working with the commercial team to ensure clients are presented with accurate pricing., • Work closely with the project management/operations team during the transition to handover., • Ensure customer deadlines are achieved and work with sales to help customer manage expectations., • Ensure all relevant activity related to opportunities are recorded, updated, and maintained on Salesforce., • Contribute to the development of the business’ product offering, providing potential new opportunities and propositions. SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS: • Previous experience in a Solutions Architect or Technical Design Consultant role or similar is essential., • Apple / Jamf Experience is essential., • Proven experience of leading bids, winning contracts and writing complex technical solutions proposals of varied sizes., • Analytical and logical mindset; the ability to understand a customer’s IT environment & requirements and translate into relevant solutions., • Excellent attention to detail, written, and communication skills with the ability to present to and negotiate with senior stakeholders. Technical Experience: • Jamf Pro, Connect & Protect, Jamf School / MIS programmes, • iOS, MacOS and TVOS operating systems, • Apple Business Manager / DEP, • Apple hardware range eg Macbook, iMACs, iPhones, iPads, Mac Mini, • Endpoint Protection Products and features relevant to Mac and Windows environments, • Identity solutions Azure AD, OKTA, • Other MDM/MAM Solutions preferably Microsoft Intune relevant to iOS environments, • Microsoft Autopilot and Whiteglove, • Data Loss Protection Solutions in a Mac and Windows environment, • NAS solutions, Synology, QNAP, • Microsoft Server, Microsoft Cloud Services: Microsoft 365, Azure, • Microsoft SQL design principles, • Back-up, replication, disaster recovery and availability solutions eg Veaam / Acronis, • Authentication and Identity Management services eg AD / Azure AD /OKTA / 2FA /MFA, • Managed Services, • Good general understanding of Networking and Security Solutions for Tier 1 vendors, • Desktop/EUC Design Principles For further information, please contact Alice McGlaughlin. Due to the nature of our roles, candidates must be a UK resident. Please note that we cannot offer visa sponsorship or future sponsorship for overseas candidates. Thank you for your interest. We carefully review every CV and will contact shortlisted applicants by phone or email. If you don’t hear from us within 5 working days, unfortunately your application hasn’t been successful on this occasion.

IT Service Delivery Manager Location – Chandlers Ford Established and trusted IT Managed Services company have an urgent requirement for an experienced and customer focused IT Engineer to join their team in a Service Delivery Management and operational capacity based at their beautifully refurbished head office located perfectly in Chandlers Ford. My client is an ISO accredited growing managed IT support company based in Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire providing IT support, Cyber Security, VoIP and Cloud services to businesses across the South Coast and beyond. The Role My client is seeking a commercially minded and experienced IT Service Delivery professional to oversee the delivery of high-quality IT services to their clients. This role ensures operational excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement across service delivery functions. The ideal candidate will ideally have a background as an IT Support Engineer within First and Second Line IT Support but with a key focus on customer service and satisfaction, managing KPI’s and SLA’s and be experienced in Incident, Problem and Change Management and resolution. This individual will oversee and manage the service delivery within the business and act as a first point of contact for client escalations and service reviews. The successful candidate will have technical skills but demonstrate a passion for customer excellence. The position is of a full time and permanent nature and will be predominantly office based with some flexible hybrid working available. Key Duties & Responsibilities • Lead and manage the IT service delivery team to meet SLAs and KPIs., • Oversee incident, problem, and change management processes., • Act as the primary point of contact for client escalations and service reviews., • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless service transitions and implementations., • Monitor performance metrics and drive service improvement initiatives., • Maintain documentation and compliance with ITIL best practices., • Manage vendor relationships and third-party service providers., • Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning. Experience & Skills • Proven experience in IT service delivery or IT operations management., • Strong understanding of technical support on a 1st or 2nd line knowledge base., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Experience with PSA ticketing systems (Halo)., • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities., • Familiarity with Cybersecurity and patch management practices is a requirement. My client offers a competitive salary and benefits alongside a superb working environment within a friendly, professional and supportive team and there are excellent opportunities for further development within the industry. Vendor accredited training will be available and subsidized in a variety of areas. The company is growing at a very fast rate and want their staff to grow with them.

Head of Data Centres (Development & Strategy) Based anywhere in UK with some global travel Extremely competitive Salary + share options (The client is committed to bringing in the best talent and are flexible on what an overall package would look like). After a recent successful placement with the same client, Troi Search are delighted to be working once again with this Technology company, that specialises in providing high-performance, sustainable GPU cloud infrastructure for High-Performance Computing (HPC) workloads - in other words, provides the backbone that powers the surge in AI demand. In this strategic leadership role, you’ll design and deliver a global data centre roadmap, scaling to multi-GW capacity to power next gen AI and HPC workloads. What You’ll Do: • Define long-term data centre strategy and execution, • Secure large-scale facilities (25MW+) through innovative partnerships, • Negotiate deals, validate sites, and set technical standards, • Work closely with the CEO and CFO on creative funding models This isn’t just infrastructure it’s enabling commercial growth through world-class partnerships and bold strategies. What we're looking for: • Deep expertise in data centre design, construction, and operations (electrical, mechanical, cooling, IT infrastructure)., • Strong technical knowledge of large-scale AI/HPC deployments—power density, liquid cooling, high-speed networking., • Proven track record in hyperscale strategy and investment roadmaps (multi-GW programs)., • Skilled in capacity planning, energy efficiency, sustainability, and resilience frameworks., • Experience structuring innovative commercial deals—partnerships, co-investment, alternative financing., • Ability to source and secure large-scale facilities (25MW+) through partnerships or development., • Managed multi-million-pound projects and complex vendor relationships at executive level. Essential Skills: • Strategic thinker - you'll provide innovative solutions to complex technical and commercial challenges., • Influential leader - you'll align cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders., • Strong business acumen - you can balance risk, return, and strategic goals., • Exceptional communication skills - you can translate technical and financial concepts for board-level audiences., • Negotiation expertise in high-stakes commercial discussions. What you'll get in return: • Extremely competitive Salary + share options (The client is committed to bringing in the best talent and are flexible on what an overall package would look like)., • Advanced Pension Scheme, • Unlimited Holiday Policy - Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and explore. We trust you to manage your time off responsibly., • Remote Working - Work from wherever you feel most productive, home, café, or co-working space. We’re remote-first and proud of it! But of course, given the physical nature of the role, there will be travel involved., • Tech & Cycle Scheme - Swap the commute for fresh air and smarter gear! This scheme helps employees save on bikes and tech essentials., • Enhanced Sick Pay - First 13 weeks = full pay, Next 13 weeks = half pay Sound like you? Apply now!

Job Description Summary Help strengthen our Team as our Head of Network Operations. Capita is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Network Operations to lead the strategic and operational management of our network infrastructure across multiple business units. This role is pivotal in ensuring the resilience, performance, and scalability of our network services, supporting mission-critical operations and enabling digital transformation across the organization. What you’ll be doing: Leadership & Strategy • Lead and develop the Network Operations team, fostering a high-performance culture across Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 support levels., • Define and execute the operational strategy for network services, aligned with Capita’s broader technology and business goals., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation, monitoring, and proactive incident management. Operational Excellence • Oversee 24/7 network operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and security of all network services., • Manage major incidents and escalations, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders., • Own the operational KPIs and SLAs, ensuring compliance and reporting against agreed metrics., • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement, • Work closely with Design, Delivery, and Security teams to ensure seamless integration and transition of network solutions., • Partner with business units to understand requirements and deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective network solutions., • Engage with vendors and service providers to manage contracts, performance, and service delivery. Risk & Compliance • Ensure network operations adhere to regulatory, security, and compliance standards., • Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies for network infrastructure and services., • Budget & Resource Management, • Manage operational budgets, including forecasting, costs, and resource planning., • Support workforce planning, including shift patterns and allowances to ensure coverage and retention. What we are looking for: • Proven experience in leading large-scale network operations in a complex, multi-site environment., • Strong technical background in enterprise networking (Cisco, Juniper, SD-WAN, cloud networking)., • Experience managing 24/7 operations and shift-based teams., • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills., • Strong understanding of ITIL, incident/problem/change management processes., • Experience with network monitoring and automation tools., • Ability to manage budgets and vendor relationships effectively. Desirable Qualifications: • CCNP/CCIE or equivalent certifications., • ITIL Foundation or higher., • Experience in service provider or managed services environments., • Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and hybrid networking models. What you’ll be doing: Leadership & Strategy • Lead and develop the Network Operations team, fostering a high-performance culture across Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 support levels., • Define and execute the operational strategy for network services, aligned with Capita’s broader technology and business goals., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation, monitoring, and proactive incident management. Operational Excellence • Oversee 24/7 network operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and security of all network services., • Manage major incidents and escalations, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders., • Own the operational KPIs and SLAs, ensuring compliance and reporting against agreed metrics., • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement, • Work closely with Design, Delivery, and Security teams to ensure seamless integration and transition of network solutions., • Partner with business units to understand requirements and deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective network solutions., • Engage with vendors and service providers to manage contracts, performance, and service delivery. Risk & Compliance • Ensure network operations adhere to regulatory, security, and compliance standards., • Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies for network infrastructure and services., • Budget & Resource Management, • Manage operational budgets, including forecasting, costs, and resource planning., • Support workforce planning, including shift patterns and allowances to ensure coverage and retention. What we are looking for: • Proven experience in leading large-scale network operations in a complex, multi-site environment., • Strong technical background in enterprise networking (Cisco, Juniper, SD-WAN, cloud networking)., • Experience managing 24/7 operations and shift-based teams., • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills., • Strong understanding of ITIL, incident/problem/change management processes., • Experience with network monitoring and automation tools., • Ability to manage budgets and vendor relationships effectively. Desirable Qualifications: • CCNP/CCIE or equivalent certifications., • ITIL Foundation or higher., • Experience in service provider or managed services environments., • Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and hybrid networking models. About Capita Capita is an outsourcer, helping clients across the public and private sectors run complex business processes more efficiently, creating better consumer experiences. Operating across 8 countries, Capita’s 34,000 colleagues support primarily UK and European clients with people-based services underpinned by market-leading technology. We’re a vital support service for our clients, enabling the everyday interactions that we expect to run seamlessly, to run seamlessly. Check out our website ___ for more information What’s in it for you? • 23 days’ annual leave rising to 27 days holiday in time with the opportunity to buy extra leave, • company matched pension, life assurance, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more, • volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice - opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, • access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform, • opportunity to gain additional qualifications through our Learning Academy or apprenticeships to help develop your career Unlock Your Potential with Capita At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering endless opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose 🤝 Customer first, always 🧑 💻 Fearless innovation ✅ Achieve together 💙 Everyone is valued

Your new company Ready to shape the future of Data Centre Strategy? This is a rare opportunity to take the lead in building the physical backbone for next-generation AI and high-performance computing. We're on an ambitious journey to deploy 3GW of data centre capacity by 2030, and our client needs someone who can think big while delivering on the details. As Head of Data Centre Development and Strategy, you'll define the roadmap that makes this vision a reality, identifying prime locations, negotiating major deals, and ensuring our infrastructure can handle the most demanding workloads. You'll work at the intersection of technology and commercial strategy, partnering with senior leadership to secure large-scale facilities and create innovative partnership models that set us apart. Your new role This is a chance to take on one of the most strategic roles in the industry, shaping the physical backbone of next-generation AI and high-performance computing. As Head of Data Centre Development and Strategy, you'll be at the forefront of a bold mission: delivering 3GW of data centre capacity by 2030. This isn't just about building infrastructure; it's about enabling a commercial vision through world-class partnerships and innovative deal structures. Your role combines high-level strategy with hands-on execution. You'll define and deliver a multi-year roadmap that secures large-scale facilities primarily targeting opportunities of 25MW and above to support hyperscale AI and HPC deployments. Working closely with the CEO and CFO, you'll craft creative partnership and funding models, from co-investment and revenue-sharing to build-to-suit agreements and alternative financing solutions. Beyond the commercial side, you'll collaborate with engineering teams to set rigorous technical standards for power density, cooling, connectivity, and resilience ensuring every facility meets the demands of modern AI infrastructure. You'll also lead strategic capacity planning, making sure we stay ahead of demand with the right infrastructure in the right locations.This role is about influence and innovation. You'll represent the organisation in industry forums, build relationships with data centre operators and infrastructure investors, and negotiate deals that balance speed to market, cost efficiency, and technical capability. You'll oversee projects from feasibility through commissioning, manage vendor relationships at an executive level, and drive governance around sustainability, compliance, and operational excellence. AI and HPC workloads are redefining what data centres need to deliver. By joining us, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of large-scale infrastructure by bringing strategic creativity to one of the fastest-growing sectors in technology. If you thrive on complexity, enjoy building partnerships, and want to make a tangible impact on global-scale projects, this is your opportunity. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you'll need a deep understanding of data centre infrastructure design, construction, and operations, including electrical and mechanical systems, advanced cooling technologies, and IT infrastructure. Your expertise should extend to large-scale IT deployments, particularly AI and HPC clusters, with their demanding requirements around power density, direct liquid cooling, and high-speed networking. We're looking for someone with proven experience in developing and implementing large-scale data centre strategies and investment roadmaps, ideally within hyperscale environments involving multi-gigawatt programmes. You'll bring strong knowledge of capacity planning, energy efficiency, sustainability initiatives, and resilience frameworks, ensuring our infrastructure meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. Commercial acumen is key. You should have a track record of structuring and negotiating innovative deals, including creative partnership models, co-investment structures, and alternative financing arrangements. Experience sourcing, evaluating, and securing access to large-scale data centre facilities, preferably 25MW and above through partnerships or development will be essential. Alongside this, you'll have managed multi-million-pound projects and negotiated complex vendor and partner relationships at an executive level. This role demands exceptional strategic thinking and the ability to devise innovative solutions to complex technical and commercial challenges. You'll need outstanding leadership and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing cross-functional teams, senior executives, and external partners. Strong business instincts, combined with the ability to balance risk, return, and strategic alignment, are critical. Finally, you'll be an excellent communicator, able to translate complex technical and financial concepts into clear, compelling narratives for board-level audiences, and a skilled negotiator with experience handling high-stakes commercial discussions. What you'll get in return • Share options and long-term incentives, • Unlimited holiday policy, • 100% remote working with flexible hours, • A culture of internal promotion and career development, • A collaborative, forward-thinking team, • Enhanced family-friendly policies Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance Southampton (Hybrid) | Competitive Salary | Net Zero & Sustainability Sector Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a business driving the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon world? We’re seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance to join our leadership team. This is a wide-remit, high-impact role — ideal for someone who wants to blend commercial acumen, governance expertise, and purpose-driven leadership. About the Role In this position, you’ll take overall responsibility for legal oversight, enterprise risk management, and regulatory compliance across our rapidly growing organisation. You’ll work closely with the executive team to ensure that our operations, projects, and partnerships align with both our sustainability goals and our governance obligations. While you’ll need a solid grounding in legal, regulatory, and compliance frameworks, you do not need to be a qualified lawyer — commercial experience and sound judgement are what matter most. Key Responsibilities • Lead the organisation’s legal, risk, and compliance strategy, ensuring robust frameworks support our growth., • Advise senior leadership on contractual, regulatory, and ethical matters., • Oversee policies, risk registers, and internal governance processes., • Support sustainability-related reporting and assurance requirements., • Partner with teams across the business to promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and compliance., • Engage with external advisors, regulators, and industry bodies as needed. About You You’ll bring: • Proven experience in risk management, compliance, or legal oversight, ideally within complex or regulated sectors., • A proactive, pragmatic, and solution-focused approach., • The confidence to influence at board level and collaborate across all functions., • A strong interest in — or commitment to — the Net Zero and sustainability agenda. Why Join Us? • Be part of a mission-led organisation driving meaningful environmental impact., • Join a dynamic and supportive team culture., • Shape and own a critical strategic function with real autonomy., • Enjoy a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working based in Southampton.

Head of Compliance - Southern UK, Hybrid working, Flexible Package, Renewables and Sustainability The Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance provides strategic and operational leadership across all legal, risk, and compliance matters. The role ensures business activities are conducted lawfully, ethically, and in line with commercial and regulatory requirements, protecting the company from legal risk and supporting growth through sound governance and strong contractual frameworks. Key Responsibilities Legal & Governance • Act as senior legal advisor to the Board and Executive Team., • Ensure compliance with company law, governance standards, and statutory duties., • Manage company secretarial functions and provide HR legal support on contracts and employee relations., • Advise on corporate structure, shareholder agreements, and subsidiaries. Contracts & Commercial • Lead the company’s contract management framework., • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and agreements., • Maintain standard templates to enhance efficiency and manage risk., • Support tenders, procurement, partnerships, and international agreements. Regulatory & Compliance • Oversee compliance with applicable energy, data protection, and governance regulations., • Maintain policies and procedures to meet ISO and legal standards., • Monitor regulatory developments and liaise with auditors, regulators, and accreditation bodies., • Lead compliance audits and promote a culture of ethical practice. Data Protection & Information Governance • Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act., • Manage data protection policies, breaches, and third-party data controls., • Act as or oversee the Data Protection Officer (DPO). Disputes & Claims • Manage disputes, claims, and regulatory investigations., • Lead mediation and instruct external counsel where needed. Training & Awareness • Deliver training on compliance, contracts, and ethical conduct., • Promote governance and accountability across the business. Experience & Requirements Essential • Minimum 5 years in a senior legal or compliance role, • Strong knowledge of legal, compliance, and auditing frameworks, • Understanding of GDPR, H&S, and financial legislation, • Proven policy and procedure development skills Desirable • Experience in the energy or construction sectors, • Experience maintaining ISO-certified systems, • Familiarity with FRS legislation

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

Apsida Life Science has been exclusively engaged to conduct a senior leadership search for a globally recognised pharmaceutical company, renowned for its world-class portfolio and robust pipeline of innovative medicines. Position: Therapeutic Area Head (Market Access) This is a pivotal UK leadership opportunity, overseeing a team of more than 20 professionals. The successful candidate will be an experienced people leader with a strong commercial background in the UK pharmaceutical market and a genuine commitment to driving access for patients. Individuals currently working as BUM's / BUD's, Commercial Leaders, or Field Market Access Leaders with a proven record of team leadership and field management will be ideally suited. Our client is an award-winning organisation, both nationally and internationally, celebrated for its collaborative and values-driven culture. Role Purpose The Therapeutic Area Head will provide strategic direction and operational leadership to both the head office payer function and the field market access organisation. They will establish a clear vision, align priorities, and foster a culture of excellence and accountability across their teams. A key responsibility will be to develop and implement high impact market access strategies that enable the Business Unit to achieve its objectives. The role reports directly to the UK Director and is a core member of both the Market Access Leadership Team and the Business Unit Leadership Team. Main Responsibilities • Act as an integral member of the Business Unit leadership team, contributing to brand strategy and defining market access goals aligned with wider business objectives., • Lead the payer marketing function to design and deliver market access strategies that optimise product access and performance across both existing and upcoming launches., • Build strong collaborative relationships with colleagues across Commercial, Medical, Regulatory, Pricing, HTA, and other relevant departments, ensuring alignment at national and international levels., • Work closely with other Therapeutic Area Heads of Access to share expertise, promote consistency, and elevate overall functional excellence., • Champion effective collaboration between in-field teams (Access, Sales, and Medical) to maximise impact and ensure seamless execution., • Set clear goals, monitor progress through defined performance indicators, and adjust strategic plans to maintain delivery excellence., • Determine and manage resource requirements, budgets, and external partnerships effectively., • Maintain awareness of competitor movements and evolving policy landscapes, anticipating and addressing any potential impacts., • Encourage a high-performing, positive, and inclusive team environment, developing future leaders and building internal capability., • Act as the primary liaison for European and Global Market Access teams within the relevant therapeutic area. Required Experience and Qualifications • Significant leadership experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry., • Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and deliver successful strategies in complex environments., • Experience operating within a matrix structure and influencing senior stakeholders., • Proven success in building and motivating high-performing teams., • Strong understanding of the UK healthcare and payer landscape, including NHS systems and, • Sound knowledge of the ABPI Code of Practice. This position will focus on the Immunology therapeutic area; experience in this field is advantageous but not a requirement. If you’re an experienced leader seeking the opportunity to shape market access strategy for one of the most respected names in the pharmaceutical industry, please contact for further information.

Reporting directly to the Head of Heath and Safety – UK, the successful individual will carry out repairs, improvements and maintenance across UK sites to ensure smooth running of the operation and supporting the business to work safely and to be compliant. The successful Candidate will need to be located within a reasonable distance of one of our UK Sites in: Biggleswade, Medway, Purfleet or Hemel Hempstead. Main duties: · Carry out a variety of planned and reactive building maintenance tasks, which will be varied in nature and will include general building, joinery, tiling, painting, paving and external works. · Undertake general facilities support tasks, including furniture building and furniture removals, grounds and site clearance, and keeping areas clean and tidy generally. · Work individually or as part of a team to complete repair and maintenance tasks. · Manage and prioritise own workload in order to complete repairs in a timely manner. · Use relevant IT systems (Outlook and Citation) to record all work undertaken and related expenditure (Training provided). · Undertake regular safety checks on vehicles used for work purposes as required by Noatum policies and procedures to ensure that vehicles are safe and roadworthy (Training provided) · Adhere to Noatum Logistics health and safety policy and procedures, identify hazards and undertake point of risk assessments as required. · Communicate effectively with site General Managers and the Head of Health and Safety to minimise disruption to the operation when planning and undertaking building maintenance. · Carry out such other duties as required or delegated by the Head of Health and Safety. Key skills: · Permit to work and RAMS. · Electrical lock out (training provided). · Effective communication skills. · Ability to communicate clearly verbal and written. · Good time management with proven ability to meet deadlines. · Good interpersonal skills for dealing with colleagues and customers at all levels. · Self motivated · Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements · Full UK driving license.

🚨 We're Hiring: Project Manager 📍 UK-based | 🕒 Full-Time | 💼 Permanent Are you a proactive and detail-driven Project Manager? Boccard UK Ltd is looking for someone like you to lead UK project activities across the full project lifecycle—ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction. The role can be based from our Sale, Deeside or Bristol company locations. 🔍 What You’ll Do • Lead and deliver engineering projects safely, on time, on spec, and within budget, • Support project setup, reporting, and process improvements, • Manage scope, resources, budgets, and stakeholder communications, • Coordinate cross-functional teams and subcontractors, • Drive client satisfaction and continuous improvement, • Promote digital consistency and uphold HSEQ standards, • Experience from with the Food & Ingredients Industry sector, • What You’ll Bring, • ✅ Experience in project management within food/pharma manufacturing industry, • ✅ Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • ✅ Experience of project management lifecycle process, • ✅ Highly proficient in commercial /project management communications, • ✅ Fluent in French (spoken and written), • ✅ Proficient in O365 and project reporting tools, • ✅ Flexible, solutions-oriented mindset, • ✅ Full UK driving license, • ✅ Willingness and to travel to client site and Head office in France, • 🎓 Holds or working towards gaining a qualification in business, engineering, project management or construction—or equivalent experience—is essential. Interested? Apply now. Let’s build something great together. #ProjectManager #FoodIndustryJobs #EngineeringCareers #PharmaJobs #UKJobs #Hiring #BoccardUK #ProjectManagement #FrenchSpeaking #HSEQ #ManufacturingJobs

Project & Programme Lead Location: Manchester, Bristol or London Type: Full-time About the Role We’re looking for a strategic and inspiring leader to head up our clients Project and Programme Management function. This role is pivotal in driving successful change across the organisation, leading a team of Project and Programme Managers to deliver complex initiatives across multiple Tribes, Products, and Portfolios. You’ll champion agile ways of working, ensure seamless integration between delivery models (agile and waterfall), and foster a high-performing community of change professionals. Your focus will be on strategic planning, resource optimisation, risk management, and continuous improvement — all aligned to the Change Guild’s priorities and our transition to a product-based operating model. Key Responsibilities • Strategic Leadership: Define and implement the delivery strategy for projects and programmes, aligned with the Change Guild and broader organisational goals., • Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project and Programme Managers, ensuring effective delivery across multiple business areas., • Resource Management: Optimise allocation of human and financial resources across initiatives, including engagement with approved partners to scale capabilities., • Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships across senior leadership, Tribe Leads, Product Managers, and Portfolio Managers to ensure alignment and transparency., • Capability Development: Oversee training, talent management, and succession planning in collaboration with L&D to build a resilient and skilled change delivery team., • Performance & Reporting: Establish KPIs and provide accurate, timely reporting to senior stakeholders., • Continuous Improvement: Identify and lead improvements in delivery processes, tools, and methodologies., • Agile Advocacy: Drive adoption of agile practices across all change initiatives, integrating with existing waterfall approaches where needed., • Capacity Planning: Maintain accurate forecasts of delivery capacity and capability to meet current and future demand. Skills & Experience • Proven success in delivering large-scale transformation programmes in regulated environments (e.g. financial services, insurance)., • Strategic thinker with experience translating business goals into actionable delivery plans., • Deep expertise in agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean) and their application in product-centric organisations., • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with experience engaging senior leaders and navigating complex environments., • Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and optimise resource utilisation., • Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira and Confluence is highly desirable. Competitive salary with up to 10% bonus, up to 12% matched pension, 28 days annual leave, life assurance, discounted insurance products and other great benefits.

Are you ready to level up your career in employee benefits and workplace financial advice? Are you passionate about helping businesses and their people make better financial decisions? If so then look no further! Synchronicity are proud to be partnered with a leading UK-wide independent financial advice firm, who are seeking a driven and hungry Workplace Consultant to join their dynamic corporate advice team. In this role, you’ll inherit an existing book of business and will work with a diverse portfolio of SME and corporate clients, delivering strategic advice on workplace pensions, employee benefits, and engagement programmes that have a real impact. What you’ll do: • Manage and develop an existing client portfolio, • Provide expert advice on workplace pensions and group benefits, • Build trusted relationships with clients and partners, • Identify growth opportunities and drive client engagement What you’ll bring: • Strong knowledge of workplace pensions, auto-enrolment, and group risk, • Experience in IFA, corporate pensions, or employee benefits consulting, • Excellent communication, analytical and relationship-building skills, • A proactive, client-focused approach Why apply? You’ll be joining a progressive, people-focused financial services business that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation. They offer excellent career progression & reward structures (30% on both retention & new business once covering 3x your cost), hybrid working, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the world of workplace financial wellbeing. 📍 Location: UK-wide hybrid opportunities 💼 Reports to: Head of Workplace If you’re ready to take your next step in employee benefits consulting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a business where your expertise truly matters.

Head of Talent, Performance & Development Location: London or Manchester Industry: Tech Level: Senior Leadership Ready to define the global talent strategy for a tech organisation shaping the future of work? We’re seeking a strategic leader to design and deliver a transformative learning and development framework that aligns with business priorities and accelerates workforce capability for the AI era. What you’ll do: • Set the global talent vision—develop a competency framework and embed new principles across all regions, • Lead strategic learning initiatives—from onboarding to future-focused development pathways, • Drive a coaching culture and oversee global talent reviews to support organisational growth, • Integrate programmes with the global HRIS and LMS systems, ensuring data-driven insights inform decisions, • Innovate learning experiences—podcasts, fireside chats, interactive content—to engage a 2,000-strong workforce, • Partner with senior leadership to future-proof skills, focusing on AI and technology adoption What we’re looking for: • Proven experience in global talent strategy and development within tech or data-driven organisations, • Strong data literacy and HRIS/LMS expertise, • Ability to repurpose resources creatively and deliver impactful learning within budget, • Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level, • Global mindset—programmes that scale across regions and cultures Why join? This is your opportunity to shape a global learning culture at a pivotal moment—post-merger and preparing for the future ways of working. Interested? Apply now.

Interim Head of Technical – Chilled Food Manufacturing A well-established, high-growth food business is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Technical to lead its technical and quality function through a period of transition and improvement. Reporting to the Operations Director, this interim assignment will involve stabilising the existing technical team, maintaining customer compliance, and conducting a comprehensive review of current systems and processes. The role will include delivering a short-term stabilisation plan and developing a clear roadmap for how the business can improve in terms of product quality and consistency. We’re looking for a proven technical leader with short shelf-life food experience and a track record of driving quality improvement in fast-moving, high-care environments. You’ll bring both rigour and empathy, able to quickly gain trust, provide clarity, and deliver tangible change. Key priorities include: • Interim leadership of the technical and quality team, • Ensuring compliance with all customer and audit standards, • Completing a detailed health check of technical systems and supplier management, • Identifying root causes of product performance issues and implementing corrective actions, • Developing a roadmap for technical and quality excellence

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

Global Category Manager - IT | £70,000 to £85,000 | 20% bonus | 10% matched pension | Healthcare | + many more benefits | Mostly REMOTE with occasional office visits - Offices based in: London, Surrey, Hampshire or Warwickshire A brand new role working for a well-respected Financial Services business, who are adding to the team an IT Category Manager, reporting into the Head of IT Procurement to take ownership of the IT category, supporting on large complex and strategic projects, whilst still looking for the best commercial value. This role requires a candidate with extensive IT Category Management, who regularly manage CTO/CIO level stakeholders and have proven experience of doing this. Due to joining in the midst of a big transformation, with a technology focus you will need to be able to work at pace, multiple projects at once and manage your time whilst things can be slightly manic. Role and responsibilities: • Create IT strategy through to the delivery and performance including year on year annualised savings, • Develop group wide category plans and strategies to ensure alignment for the group, leveraging suppliers to support local offices, • Support the development of global category strategies to a clear and prioritised pipeline of sourcing projects, • Engage, manage and influence senior stakeholders from Director to Board level to ensure buy-in, utilising strong market knowledge, • Build relationships with key stakeholders to ensure a rounded knowledge of a suppliers performance, • Monitor supplier risk and performance through reporting tools and business feedback, • Be a Procurement role model by living company values, consistently delivering to the high standards expected, promoting procurement through relationships, • On top over delivering strategic projects, ensure the business is getting the best service in line with cost efficiency Experience and requirements: • Deep technical category experience within Technology, covering a wide range of sub-categories, • Previous experience working on complex global projects, dealing with Tier 1 suppliers of significant values, • Confident in engaging and influencing senior level stakeholders, and across various regions, • A highly strategic mindset when approaching procurement, suppliers and business needs, • Will have a track record of IT category management, effecting change and continuous improvement through implementation of innovative category strategies, • Excellent communications skills when dealing with contacts in different cultures and countries, • Able to adapt in a very fast paced, continuously changing environment, • MCIPS qualified, nice to have but not essential

Senior / Principal Fire Engineer Location: London, Scotland, Manchester, Warwick Summary We are looking for a talented and ambitious Fire Engineering specialist to join our rapidly growing, dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy. This is an excellent time to join the company in a pivotal role developing the fire engineering capability from its inception. Working across a variety of sectors we envisage you will carry out detailed fire engineering design and analysis, fire hazard identification and fire risk assessment, smoke control design, all while developing compliant fire strategies. It is therefore imperative that you have a proven track record of project delivery, together with notable projects across a variety of sectors. Client care and repeat business are intrinsic to the role you will work under the direction of the Head of department to ensure client expectations are exceeded. A prerequisite to the role is experience in developing, recruiting and leading a team of people. We are looking for an exceptional individual who can shape and develop the Fire Engineering offering for the company. Key objectives • Delivery of fire consultancy, fire strategies and design reviews for new construction projects and refurbishments, • In conjunction with the Head of Department, develop the fire engineering offering for the company, • Provide technical advice on fire related subjects / latest legislation to the multi-disciplinary teams across the UK offices. Occasional International projects may arise Principal responsibilities and accountabilities • Authoring Fire Strategies including balance recommendation of passive and active provisions to achieve compliant and safe solution, • To undertake fire safety design on projects across a variety of sectors with an excellent understanding of regulatory requirements and relevant standards, • Responsible for assisting in the delivery of project to meet budget, timeframe and quality targets, meeting or exceeding client expectations, • Maintain good relationships with Client’s key representatives, • Undertake design checks and reviews in accordance with company procedures, • Raise / promote the level of technical excellence relating to fire engineering within the company, • Delivery of fire management audits of client properties by reviewing evidence which demonstrates compliance, • Assisting in the development of further fire related opportunities through technical articles and internal promotion of the Fire Engineering discipline, • Keep informed of design trends, competitor innovation and advance in techniques Qualifications and training • Qualified to degree level in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering or similar (Accredited by the Institution of Fire Engineers) with relevant experience, • Recognised professional membership of Fire Engineering Institution, • Eligible to pass criteria for security clearance and airside pass applications, • Full UK Driving Licence Technical skills and experience • Extensive fire safety design experience in a design consultancy environment, • Educated to degree level in a related discipline, you have gained relevant experience in Fire Engineering design (i.e. smoke control calculations, CFAST zone modelling, field modelling and evacuation modelling etc), and have proven your technical understanding in relevant design software, • Experience of delivering fire engineering solutions in the following sectors is an advantage: Life sciences & manufacturing, Aviation, Defence, Nuclear, Power, Public Sector and Rail, • Excellent understanding of the legislations and British Standards including Building Regulations, BS EN 9999, BS 5839, BS 5306, BS 8644, BS EN 12845, BN, EN, ASTM and ISO standards etc, • Strong communication skills - ability to communicate professionally with all levels of stakeholders including building owners, architects, code officials, contractors and sub-contractors, • Be a competent user of office IT and fire safety design tools, • Stakeholder management skills and a can-do attitude, • Able to make decisions, act on own initiative and operate in proactive way, • Capable of working under pressure and on several projects simultaneously, • Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment and bring value from assimilated wider knowledge of other disciplines, • Able to understand and express technical concepts in written and verbal language

Senior Manager, Employee Relations (12 Month FTC) Annapurna HR have been engaged to find an Employee Relations Senior Manager to join a leading professional services institution going through a large period of transformation and business change. The successful candidate will have previous experience driving strategic change and engagement across Employee Relations, specifically in relation to strategic matters, service delivery, projects and continuous improvement. The Role: * Support the Head of Employee Relations in the execution of the ER strategy, ensuring all initiatives align with business objectives. * Ensures service delivery standards and performance against SLAs and KPIs. * Develop initiatives that elevate the Employee Relations experience. * Lead on the effective and timely resolution of Employee Relations matters, including complex casework and organisational change. * Build credible, trusted relationships with stakeholders across the business to deliver commercial, risk-based people solutions that align with the organisations goals and values. * Ensure Employee Relations processes are market-leading and effectively leverage technology and automation. Requirements: * Strong experience across the full spectrum of Employee Relations. * Broader HR experience covering HR Operations and Service Delivery aspects. * Experience managing standards and performance against SLAs and KPIs. * Experience managing competing deadlines and priorities simultaneously. * Strong stakeholder manager with experience fostering strong and meaningful relationships across a matrixed organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, changing organisation and evolving team. This role is an initial 12 Month FTC paying up to £85,000 DOE + benefits. Please get in touch if this role could be of interest!

Head of Business Partnering Do you have the ability to influence senior leadership, build high-performing HR teams, and turn data into decisions that drive measurable business impact? Are you confident shaping and delivering change projects while keeping people engagement and values-led leadership at the heart of everything you do? Have you led a major change or transformation project you’ve led. How did you balance commercial priorities with maintaining employee engagement and trust?” MacGregor Black is partnering with a multi-site, people-driven organisation in the search for a Head of Business Partnering. This is a permanent, hybrid role, open to candidates across the UK. As Head of Business Partnering, you’ll lead a team of experienced HR Business Partners to deliver a proactive, commercially aligned people agenda that supports business growth and organisational effectiveness. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you’ll ensure HR is both a strategic enabler and a visible, operationally grounded partner. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and develop the HR Business Partnering function to deliver consistent, high-impact support across all divisions., • Partner with senior leadership to shape people strategies that drive performance, engagement and long-term capability., • Act as a strategic advisor on organisational design, workforce planning and succession management., • Champion employee engagement and cultural alignment, embedding a values-led approach across the organisation., • Oversee and support complex ER matters, ensuring compliance, fairness and effective risk management., • Lead and support major change programmes, including TUPE, restructures, and transformation projects., • Use HR data and analytics to measure impact, identify trends, and inform strategic decisions., • Coach, mentor and develop regional HR teams to build capability, consistency and confidence across all sites., • Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR practices, ensuring alignment with both Group objectives and operational realities. What We’re Looking For: • Extensive experience in a senior HR Business Partnering or equivalent leadership role., • Proven success partnering with senior operational leaders to deliver impactful, commercially focused HR solutions., • Strong understanding of UK employment law and experience managing complex ER and unionised environments., • Experienced in leading change programmes, including restructures, TUPE and organisational transformation., • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision with hands-on operational delivery., • Credible and influential communicator, skilled in stakeholder management and relationship building., • Demonstrated ability to develop and lead HR teams, fostering collaboration, accountability and excellence., • Analytical and data-literate, using insight to drive decision-making and performance improvement., • Resilient, pragmatic and values-driven, with a genuine commitment to people and purpose. For more information, please contact Alice Redmond today.

Job Title: Procurement Business Partner Location: Home-based with UK travel Department: Procurement Services Reports to: Head of Consultancy Services Employment Status: Full-time, Permanent Role Summary: As a Procurement Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders, driving strategic procurement initiatives that deliver both commercial and social value within the Public Sector. This role focuses on building strong partnerships across the organisation and with external clients including Housing associations; Local Authorities; Health; and Education sectors, ensuring procurement strategies align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will lead on complex projects, provide expert guidance, and influence decision-making to achieve optimal outcomes. Key Responsibilities: • Partner with internal teams and clients to understand business needs and develop tailored procurement strategies., • Lead end-to-end procurement projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices., • Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for procurement matters., • Deliver cost savings and efficiency improvements through innovative sourcing and negotiation., • Provide governance and oversight on procurement processes, ensuring transparency and accountability., • Monitor performance against KPIs and report progress to senior leadership., • Support change management initiatives and promote continuous improvement across procurement activities. Skills & Experience: • Proven experience in procurement with a strong understanding of strategic sourcing and category management., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills at senior levels., • Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver measurable value., • Knowledge of PA2023 Procurement regulations and compliance requirements., • CIPS qualification or equivalent experience preferred., • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and project management skills., • Analytical mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and drive change., • Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

About Bedford Bedford Consulting is one of Anaplan’s largest and most established Gold Partners, recognised as Anaplan’s EMEA Partner of the Year for 2025 - our tenth consecutive win. We help businesses make smarter, faster decisions by connecting their planning processes through Anaplan’s cloud-based platform. With certified expertise across all functional and industry specialisations, we’re committed to delivering excellence for our clients and continuous growth for our people in a collaborative, values-driven environment. Role Opportunity An exciting opportunity for a Project Manager is now open within the Project Management Office. The role will work closely with the Bedford Professional Services teams, across all regions, to manage projects within Bedford’s Services and Product portfolio to deliver value to both Bedford’s customers and its business. Reporting into the Head of PMO, project management responsibilities include the management and transition of projects via the ‘Anaplan Way’ Agile based methodology with the required governance and control in line with Bedford’s project delivery framework. The Project Manager, ideally with EPM or Application Development experience, will be managing several (sometimes large and complex) projects simultaneously to their respective plans. This role will also play a crucial part in delivering the right outcomes to the satisfaction of Bedford’s customers. It is important therefore, the candidate has significant experience of communicating effectively to all levels of a business and different external stakeholders, as well as being used to working in a dynamic & fast paced environment. Reports to: Head of PMO Location: Hybrid – mixture of remote working and travelling to customer site or London Head Office approx. x2 days per week Key Responsibilities • Govern the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, to drive the project through its ‘Foundations’ phase., • Develop a project plan to manage each project from, adhering to Bedford’s governance criteria and commercial parameters., • Lead internal resources/teams as well as all partners (third parties/vendors) and Customers for the seamless execution of projects, ensuring all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and to budget., • Manage changes to the project scope through the appropriate project or commercial control methods. Feeding through lessons learned through to Bedford management for corrective action as part of the Continuous Improvement process., • To manage project risks and issues appropriately, providing the correct risk management response and action from review with relevant internal business and/or Customer/partner function or stakeholders., • Measure and report project performance (RAG) using suitable services and techniques (such as the traditional RAID log and planning tools) regularly communicating to management and escalating as required in an appropriate method, with possible solution options to any challenges faced., • Providing full financial control end to end during the project. Budget tracking/forecasting and time-recording to keep to project tolerances., • To manage the transition of projects in an assured and auditable manner. Formally transitioning the products and/or solution into the Bedford Care team and Manage Services for business-as-usual support, both from a Bedford and Customer perspective before ‘Go-Live’ and closing the project correctly., • Lead and encourage all professional services team members throughout project delivery. Formulating collaboratively agreed plans and keeping the project team always updated with progress and any risk or issue management., • Work effectively with all key stakeholders to manage business expectations, both internal and Customer based. Providing confidence (backed up by evidence based objective project reporting) and building relationships to ensure Bedford project delivery will deliver to the outcomes expected., • To undertake continuous learning (periodically researching new tools and methods, or new business concepts or frameworks) and consider how to optimise productivity, reduce waste and generate more customer value. Key Pre-requisites • Proven technical project management experience of 5 years plus within an IT Professional Services and/or Manage Service environment., • Experience working within an IT Consultancy as well as an advanced knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle projects, • Knowledge of Anaplan, products/services and delivery projects, would be advantageous., • Excellent Customer-facing and internal communication skills, both written and verbal., • Solid organisational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking, as well as an ability to prioritise demanding workloads to maintain productivity., • Strong Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) skill is essential. Working knowledge of Software Development tools such as Jira would also be advantageous., • Certification within Agile PM, Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2 or similar is required., • Professional qualification in degree, equivalent discipline or alternatively to hold significant industry experience., • Able to manage several large and/or complex project deliveries in parallel at any one time., • Excellent presentation skills with proven ability to speak comfortably in front of groups and to executive audiences., • Able to chair meetings and facilitate workshops with differing audiences, assimilating information and leading discussion to achieve clear objectives., • Ability to thoroughly understand related industry technology, to formulate and articulate effective solutions with attention to commercial parameters., • Experience of working with CRM, ERP and ITSM platforms – to underpin the full Sales into Service project lifecycle - and has working knowledge of ITIL., • Good at team building, enthusiastic, self-motivated and able to motivate others as well as resolve conflicts to achieve common goals and objectives., • Personable and able to build key relationships (to be flexible in approach) and trust with colleagues, partners and customers., • A record of contributing to the wider PMO department, helping both the PMO and the wider business to achieve its strategies as well supporting the aim of continuous improvement. Company policy statement Our preferred selection process includes a combination of interviews and assessment centres. Additionally, to protect our business interests and ensure employee wellbeing, we reserve the right to conduct proportionate pre-employment checks and ongoing diligence both before and during employment.

Head of Finance Transformation – Hybrid (UK) – Outside IR35 The Opportunity: We’re partnered with a leading professional services organisation embarking on a major Finance Transformation Programme centred around the implementation of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O). They’re seeking an experienced Head of Finance Transformation to take ownership of the end-to-end finance transformation agenda - shaping strategy, driving process change, and ensuring the successful delivery and adoption of D365 F&O across the global Finance function. This is a pivotal leadership role bridging Finance, Technology, and Change, with the mandate to define and deliver a best-in-class operating model for the future. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the overarching Finance Transformation strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and D365 F&O programme goals., • Oversee the design and implementation of target operating models, processes, and governance structures., • Act as the executive bridge between Finance leadership, technology teams, and programme delivery., • Drive business readiness, stakeholder engagement, and organisational change across the Finance function., • Provide strategic direction to the D365 F&O Finance workstream, ensuring consistency, quality, and control., • Establish transformation roadmaps, KPIs, and benefits tracking to measure programme success., • Partner with the CFO, programme team, and external partners to ensure delivery excellence., • Champion continuous improvement and post-implementation optimisation within Finance operations. Candidate Profile: • Proven track record of leading large-scale Finance Transformation programmes within complex, multi-entity organisations., • Deep understanding of D365 Finance & Operations (F&O) and its impact on Finance processes., • Strong background in Finance process design, operating model transformation, and business change., • Senior stakeholder management and leadership experience across global or matrix environments., • Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on delivery levels., • Experience within professional services, consulting, or large corporate settings preferred., • Excellent communication, influencing, and governance skills., • Track record of delivering measurable value through transformation and technology enablement. Contract: Outside IR35 Location: Hybrid (UK) Start: ASAP If you’re a senior transformation leader with a passion for driving Finance excellence through D365 F&O, we’d love to hear from you.

Head Of Fire Engineering We are looking for a highly skilled and ambitious Fire Engineer to establish and lead our in-house Fire Engineering Department and join our rapidly growing, dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy. This pivotal role will bring fire safety expertise into the business, while ensuring rigorous fire safety standards across our projects. The successful candidate will develop fire strategies, provide technical guidance, ensure compliance with regulations, and integrate fire safety principles across multi-disciplinary teams. Client care, industry leadership, and technical excellence are essential to this role. The Fire Engineer will be expected to lead, recruit, and develop a fire engineering function within the company while contributing to business growth, strategic planning, and project delivery. Key objectives • Develop and implement fire strategies and technical reviews for new and existing projects., • Lead fire engineering assessments to ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation., • Establish an internal fire engineering function, • Provide industry-leading expertise to multi-disciplinary teams across UK offices Principal responsibilities and accountabilities Principal Responsibilities and accountabilities • Fire Strategy Development: Author and review fire safety strategies, balancing passive and active provisions for compliance and safety., • Regulatory Compliance & Approvals: Ensure fire designs adhere to UK Building Regulations (Part B), BS 9999, and other fire safety codes. Engage with regulatory authorities for approvals., • Means of Escape & Compartmentation Analysis: Assess escape provisions, fire-resistant compartmentation layouts, and risk mitigation strategies., • Fire Safety System Design & Technical Reviews: Conduct technical assessments of detection, alarm, suppression, and smoke control systems, including CFD modelling and fire risk evaluations., • Project Delivery & Coordination: Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and contractors to integrate fire safety into design and construction processes., • Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the business in meetings, workshops, and client discussions to resolve fire safety challenges., • Team Development & Leadership: Lead and mentor fire engineering team members, establishing a high-performing internal function., • Business Development & Client Care: Contribute to the growth of the fire engineering discipline by networking, developing client relationships, and supporting new business opportunities., • Technical Excellence & Innovation: Promote advancements in fire engineering knowledge, write technical articles, speak at industry events, and lead continuous improvement initiatives., • Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee fire engineering budgets, fee monitoring, and cost analyses for project delivery. Qualifications and training • Degree in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering, or equivalent (Accredited by the Institution of Fire Engineers)., • Recognized professional membership with The Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or similar body., • Eligible to pass security clearance and airside pass applications., • Full UK Driving License. Technical skills and experience Technical Skills and Experience • Extensive fire safety design experience within a design consultancy or engineering firm., • Expertise in fire strategy development, risk assessment, and compartmentation analysis., • Proficiency in fire safety system design, including smoke control calculations, sprinkler coverage, and evacuation modelling (CFD simulations)., • Strong knowledge of fire regulations and standards (Building Regulations, BS 9999, BS 5839, BS 5306, BS EN 12845, ASTM, ISO, etc.)., • Ability to engage professionally with all levels of stakeholders, including clients, architects, code officials, and contractors., • Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing fire engineering teams., • Financial awareness, including fee tracking, project budgeting, and cost monitoring., • Multidisciplinary experience, demonstrating an ability to integrate fire safety within broader engineering solutions., • Ability to travel within the UK, depending on project requirements.

Head Of Fire Engineering We are looking for a highly skilled and ambitious Fire Engineer to establish and lead our in-house Fire Engineering Department and join our rapidly growing, dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy. This pivotal role will bring fire safety expertise into the business, while ensuring rigorous fire safety standards across our projects. The successful candidate will develop fire strategies, provide technical guidance, ensure compliance with regulations, and integrate fire safety principles across multi-disciplinary teams. Client care, industry leadership, and technical excellence are essential to this role. The Fire Engineer will be expected to lead, recruit, and develop a fire engineering function within the company while contributing to business growth, strategic planning, and project delivery. Key objectives • Develop and implement fire strategies and technical reviews for new and existing projects., • Lead fire engineering assessments to ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation., • Establish an internal fire engineering function, • Provide industry-leading expertise to multi-disciplinary teams across UK offices Principal responsibilities and accountabilities Principal Responsibilities and accountabilities • Fire Strategy Development: Author and review fire safety strategies, balancing passive and active provisions for compliance and safety., • Regulatory Compliance & Approvals: Ensure fire designs adhere to UK Building Regulations (Part B), BS 9999, and other fire safety codes. Engage with regulatory authorities for approvals., • Means of Escape & Compartmentation Analysis: Assess escape provisions, fire-resistant compartmentation layouts, and risk mitigation strategies., • Fire Safety System Design & Technical Reviews: Conduct technical assessments of detection, alarm, suppression, and smoke control systems, including CFD modelling and fire risk evaluations., • Project Delivery & Coordination: Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and contractors to integrate fire safety into design and construction processes., • Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the business in meetings, workshops, and client discussions to resolve fire safety challenges., • Team Development & Leadership: Lead and mentor fire engineering team members, establishing a high-performing internal function., • Business Development & Client Care: Contribute to the growth of the fire engineering discipline by networking, developing client relationships, and supporting new business opportunities., • Technical Excellence & Innovation: Promote advancements in fire engineering knowledge, write technical articles, speak at industry events, and lead continuous improvement initiatives., • Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee fire engineering budgets, fee monitoring, and cost analyses for project delivery. Qualifications and training • Degree in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering, or equivalent (Accredited by the Institution of Fire Engineers)., • Recognized professional membership with The Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or similar body., • Eligible to pass security clearance and airside pass applications., • Full UK Driving License. Technical skills and experience Technical Skills and Experience • Extensive fire safety design experience within a design consultancy or engineering firm., • Expertise in fire strategy development, risk assessment, and compartmentation analysis., • Proficiency in fire safety system design, including smoke control calculations, sprinkler coverage, and evacuation modelling (CFD simulations)., • Strong knowledge of fire regulations and standards (Building Regulations, BS 9999, BS 5839, BS 5306, BS EN 12845, ASTM, ISO, etc.)., • Ability to engage professionally with all levels of stakeholders, including clients, architects, code officials, and contractors., • Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing fire engineering teams., • Financial awareness, including fee tracking, project budgeting, and cost monitoring., • Multidisciplinary experience, demonstrating an ability to integrate fire safety within broader engineering solutions., • Ability to travel within the UK, depending on project requirements.

Senior / Principal Fire Engineer Location: London, Scotland, Manchester, Warwick Summary We are looking for a talented and ambitious Fire Engineering specialist to join our rapidly growing, dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy. This is an excellent time to join the company in a pivotal role developing the fire engineering capability from its inception. Working across a variety of sectors we envisage you will carry out detailed fire engineering design and analysis, fire hazard identification and fire risk assessment, smoke control design, all while developing compliant fire strategies. It is therefore imperative that you have a proven track record of project delivery, together with notable projects across a variety of sectors. Client care and repeat business are intrinsic to the role you will work under the direction of the Head of department to ensure client expectations are exceeded. A prerequisite to the role is experience in developing, recruiting and leading a team of people. We are looking for an exceptional individual who can shape and develop the Fire Engineering offering for the company. Key objectives • Delivery of fire consultancy, fire strategies and design reviews for new construction projects and refurbishments, • In conjunction with the Head of Department, develop the fire engineering offering for the company, • Provide technical advice on fire related subjects / latest legislation to the multi-disciplinary teams across the UK offices. Occasional International projects may arise Principal responsibilities and accountabilities • Authoring Fire Strategies including balance recommendation of passive and active provisions to achieve compliant and safe solution, • To undertake fire safety design on projects across a variety of sectors with an excellent understanding of regulatory requirements and relevant standards, • Responsible for assisting in the delivery of project to meet budget, timeframe and quality targets, meeting or exceeding client expectations, • Maintain good relationships with Client’s key representatives, • Undertake design checks and reviews in accordance with company procedures, • Raise / promote the level of technical excellence relating to fire engineering within the company, • Delivery of fire management audits of client properties by reviewing evidence which demonstrates compliance, • Assisting in the development of further fire related opportunities through technical articles and internal promotion of the Fire Engineering discipline, • Keep informed of design trends, competitor innovation and advance in techniques Qualifications and training • Qualified to degree level in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering or similar (Accredited by the Institution of Fire Engineers) with relevant experience, • Recognised professional membership of Fire Engineering Institution, • Eligible to pass criteria for security clearance and airside pass applications, • Full UK Driving Licence Technical skills and experience • Extensive fire safety design experience in a design consultancy environment, • Educated to degree level in a related discipline, you have gained relevant experience in Fire Engineering design (i.e. smoke control calculations, CFAST zone modelling, field modelling and evacuation modelling etc), and have proven your technical understanding in relevant design software, • Experience of delivering fire engineering solutions in the following sectors is an advantage: Life sciences & manufacturing, Aviation, Defence, Nuclear, Power, Public Sector and Rail, • Excellent understanding of the legislations and British Standards including Building Regulations, BS EN 9999, BS 5839, BS 5306, BS 8644, BS EN 12845, BN, EN, ASTM and ISO standards etc, • Strong communication skills - ability to communicate professionally with all levels of stakeholders including building owners, architects, code officials, contractors and sub-contractors, • Be a competent user of office IT and fire safety design tools, • Stakeholder management skills and a can-do attitude, • Able to make decisions, act on own initiative and operate in proactive way, • Capable of working under pressure and on several projects simultaneously, • Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment and bring value from assimilated wider knowledge of other disciplines, • Able to understand and express technical concepts in written and verbal language

About the Business Quilter plc is a leading wealth management business, helping to enable brighter financial futures for every generation. Quilter oversees £126.3 billion in customer investments (as of August 2025). It has an adviser and customer offering spanning financial advice, investment platforms, multi-asset investment solutions, and discretionary fund management. The business is comprised of two segments: Affluent and High Net Worth. Affluent encompasses the financial planning business, Quilter Financial Planning, the Quilter Investment Platform and Quilter Investors, the multi-asset investment solutions business. High Net Worth includes the discretionary fund management business, Quilter Cheviot, together with Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning - offering a highly personalised service to private clients, charities, trustees, and professional partners. Quilter Cheviot has presence throughout the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. At Quilter we never stand still. Our foundations are rooted in our extraordinary expertise, which is trusted by hundreds of thousands of customers, but we have great ambitions to stay one step ahead and make an even greater difference to the people and communities we serve, including our colleagues. Our business is transforming, continually modernising, and becoming even more customer centric. So, if you want to be bold in the pursuit of your ambitions, bring new ideas, and challenge and evolve what we do, it's the perfect time to join us! About the Role Level - 4 Department- Risk Location - Southampton (Travel to Southampton office once a week minimum) Contract - Permanent This role will support the Head of Risk and Compliance in delivering an effective and credible compliance advice service to the COO and Group Functions. Key responsibilities: • Provide expert compliance advisory support across Operations (including IT) and HR, guiding business developments based on regulatory requirements., • Provide analysis of regulatory requirements impacting standards, processes and procedures in order to support the business in their continued assessment of the appropriateness of policies and supporting material., • Liaise with and provide compliance advice to stakeholders in Operations and HR., • Supporting the Head of Risk and Compliance and wider Risk function in ensuring the embeddedness of the risk and compliance management framework., • The role will assist the Senior Compliance Manager and Head of Risk and Compliance with other tasks as required. About You The successful candidate will have: • Compliance management experience gained within a financial services organisation(s), ideally with Platform or life company experience., • Knowledge and experience of UK financial services and regulatory context., • Having a compliance professional qualification(s), financial advice qualifications or equivalent experience is desirable but not essential. #LI-KH1 Inclusion & Diversity We value diversity and strive to promote inclusivity in all aspects of our culture. We believe in equal opportunities for all, ensuring that no applicant encounters less favourable treatment based on anything but their skills, qualifications, experience, and potential. We celebrate the unique contributions of a diverse workforce and create a respectful, nurturing environment where every colleague can thrive. Values Do the right thing: We act with integrity and are proudly committed to going above and beyond in service of our clients and the support we provide our communities. Always curious: We continuously seek new ideas and knowledge so we're one step ahead of our clients' needs. We look for inspiration everywhere and encourage experimentation, recognising that this is how we create brilliant solutions for brighter futures. Embrace challenge: We aim high to transform our potential into meaningful outcomes. With ambition as our driving force and a steadfast commitment to growth, we succeed for the good of every generation. Stronger together: Combining our diverse talents, we accomplish more collectively than we ever could do alone. We speak openly, actively listen, and support each other, and constructively challenge and embrace new ideas. We seek empowerment and demonstrate ownership and trust, with the confidence to make impactful decisions. Core Benefits Holiday: 182 hours (26 days) Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate in incentive scheme, to incentivise business performance and their contribution. Pension Scheme: A non-contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contributions. Private Medical Insurance: Single cover as standard with options to increase cover to include your partner or children. Life Assurance: 4x your salary. Income Protection: 75% of salary, less state benefits, payable after 26 weeks of absence. Healthcare Cash Plan: Jersey employees only In addition to our core benefits, we offer a range of flexible benefits to UK employees that you can choose from and pay for conveniently via a salary deduction.

Senior Project Manager – Retail Fit-Out & Refurbishment (Consultancy) Location: London, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield or Milton Keynes (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days remote) Salary: Up to £65,000 + Annual Bonus (3–6%) Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm About the Opportunity TXM are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a growing Retail Fit-Out & Refurbishment division within a cost consultancy business. This role will see you act as a trusted advisor to a national supermarket client, leading complex food retail and refrigeration programmes that extend well into Q4 2026 and beyond. With project values typically ranging from £1m to £6m and durations between 16 and 42 weeks, this opportunity offers exposure to a continuous pipeline of fast-paced, commercially focused retail schemes — all within a collaborative consultancy environment that values professional growth and long-term client partnerships. The Role As part of the Project Management team, you’ll provide full end-to-end consultancy project leadership, including: • Managing the full project lifecycle from feasibility through delivery and handover, • Advising clients on programme strategy, procurement, risk and commercial outcomes, • Coordinating design teams, contractors, and stakeholders across multiple sites, • Ensuring projects are delivered within agreed time, budget, and quality parameters, • (Senior PM) Providing leadership and mentoring to Project Managers or Apprentice PMs About You We’re looking for professionals who combine strong technical project delivery experience with a consultative, client-facing mindset. You will bring: • Proven experience in food retail, refrigeration, or commercial fit-out projects (essential), • A background in consultancy project management or a mix of consultancy and client-side experience (ideal), • Strong commercial and contractual understanding, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, • Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MAPM, or equivalent (advantageous but not essential), • A collaborative, solutions-focused approach to delivering client value The Offer & benefits • Competitive salary up to £65,000 (Senior PM) / £55,000 (PM), • Annual bonus linked to company performance (typically 3–6%), • Hybrid working – 3 days in your local office and London head office visits fortnightly, • Structured career progression aligned with our 2-year growth plan, • Opportunity to deliver national framework projects for a major retail client with long-term continuity, • Supportive, professional consultancy culture focused on growth and client excellence, • 27 days + 8 bank holidays (must use two for Christmas), • Vitality healthcare after probation (6 months), • 6% pension after 3 months, • 4 x death in service salary, • Paternity – 75% salary for 2 weeks, • Work phone and laptop provided This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established consultancy with a strong pipeline of work, long-term client relationships, and a clear path for progression. 📩 Interested? Apply today or contact the TXM Recruit team for a confidential conversation.

Director/Head of Procurement – Higher Education Sector Salary: £75k - £90k Contract Type: Permanent (also open to temp-to-perm) Are you an experienced procurement leader ready to drive transformation across a complex, multi-faceted organisation? We’re seeking a Head of Procurement to lead a small but high-impact team, oversee major procurement activity, and play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s procurement strategy during an exciting period of change. About the Role Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead and deliver a comprehensive procurement function that supports the organisation’s strategic, commercial, and operational goals. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining strategic oversight with delivery across key spend categories including Property & Facilities Management, Technology, Professional Services, People, and Corporate Services. Key Responsibilities • Lead on major procurement projects and high-value categories of expenditure., • Oversee high-risk procurement activity and ensure best practice across all stages., • Develop and implement a Procurement Strategy and category management plans aligned with organisational objectives., • Drive procurement transformation, delivering measurable savings and efficiency improvements., • Negotiate robust commercial agreements with suppliers, optimising value for money and reducing supplier base complexity., • Champion early engagement of procurement in business decision-making., • Coach and develop procurement professionals and stakeholders across the organisation., • Ensure sustainability and CSR commitments are embedded in all procurement activity., • Manage supplier performance and end-to-end relationship management. About You You’re a strategic and commercially minded procurement professional with a proven record of leading teams and delivering impactful change in complex environments. You have excellent stakeholder engagement skills and thrive in a collaborative, transformative culture. Essential Experience & Skills • Significant experience leading procurement across diverse spend categories., • Strong category knowledge in areas such as IT and Facilities., • Deep understanding of end-to-end procurement processes and strategic sourcing methodologies., • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and negotiate high-value contracts., • Experience implementing procurement systems and driving transformation (people, process, and technology)., • Strong leadership and people development skills., • Degree-level education (or equivalent) and MCIPS qualification. Desirable • Awareness of public sector procurement legislation., • Experience within the higher education, public, or not-for-profit sectors.

About the Company: Source EV UK Limited, a ground-breaking joint venture between TotalEnergies and SSE, is at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution, leading the charge in sustainable transportation solutions. As the UK accelerates toward its 2035 zero vehicle emissions mandate, the demand for robust EV charging infrastructure is surging. Source is committed to meeting this need by delivering ultra-fast, reliable, and innovative EV charging solutions for both individual drivers and fleet operators across the UK. Join our dynamic team and be part of building a greener, cleaner future! Location: The location is flexible, offered with the potential of being Field Based within the UK, although the position holder will be required to work in the London Office in Canary Wharf on an occasional basis, and elsewhere as may be required by the business. Working Pattern: This role is offered on a Full-Time basis of 37 hours per week, 5 days per week Monday to Friday. Whilst this role requires consistent hours due to operational demands, we are open to discussing options in accordance with our ‘Flexible First’ guidelines. QWE: This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring solicitors – the role will count towards your Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) for the SQE route. The Team: You will be working with the head of legal who has twenty years of post-qualification experience. The head of legal trained at a top London firm and has worked for US law firms, in-house and for major international law firms for clients such as Gucci, FIFA, Shell and UBS. Experience will also be gained through engaging with the Source external legal advisors (firms such as CMS and TLT). The legal team may grow in the future to include a dedicated in-house real estate lawyer. What does the job entail? Roles and Responsibilities: The role will be focused on supporting and assisting with real estate, commercial and company matters. Responsibilities will include the following but in general will provide the opportunity to be proactively involved with a number of key legal and compliance matters in this area. Preparing reports to the business on key terms in documents to be used at project approval meetings. Updating online trackers to record the status of various projects. Attending meetings (usually online) with internal business contacts and external lawyers to take notes/list action points. Collating documents and obtaining approvals ahead of documents being sent for execution by the directors. Managing the folders containing the precedent documents and completed documents for all Source sites, and maintaining central control list of all lease agreements. Assisting with purchase order (agreed legal spend) and money transfer requests. Supporting with the transition of legal documents and contract novation. Potential to oversee all legal matters (with support from the head of legal) for all sites in a certain jurisdiction and be the main point of contact to gain experience as a junior legal counsel. Other ad hoc tasks assigned by Legal Manager or company Management For the role, the candidate will have the following: • Strong academic background with a degree., • Experience gained working for a law firm would also be preferred (but not essential)., • Proactive and detail orientated with a demonstrable ability to gather information from relevant teams and to support in the review of contractual terms., • Adapt and embrace changes in work practices and job activities., • Provide clear and concise written and verbal information and advice., • Good communication skills to develop positive internal and external stakeholder networks., • Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritise work activities., • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel & PowerPoint. Salary & Benefits: We offer a competitive salary & entitlements, plus excellent healthcare, pension and wellbeing benefits, along with generous Life Insurance & Group Income Protection Insurance. Annual holiday of 26 days contractual leave, plus bank holidays (34 days in total), with enhanced maternity/paternity leave and benefits. Equal Opportunities :As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. How to Apply: If you are passionate about driving the future of sustainable transportation and meet the above qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

Job Title: Global Procurement Regional Implementation Lead Location: London, Sheffield, Birmingham, Southampton & Edinburgh Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Start Date: January 2026 Industry: Financial Services – Asset Management / Insurance Company: Global Banking Institution Some careers shine brighter than others. If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out and fulfil your potential, this opportunity offers support, rewards, and exciting new directions. Your Career Opportunity Dynamic and proactive, Global Procurement delivers tangible commercial value. A varied remit spans all aspects of the procurement lifecycle worldwide—from leading relationships with suppliers to ensuring alignment across spending plans. Highly engaged with the business, Procurement specialists develop deep strategic understanding. This leads to stronger approaches to measuring success and ultimately ensures the organization operates ever more effectively. Global Procurement is part of Digital Business Services, providing essential operational and technical support to global teams and helping improve customer service and efficiency. Operations, Services, and Technology combine global expertise and technology to help stay ahead of the competition. The Global Procurement Change and Innovation team helps shape and implement strategic change for internal and external third parties, delivering outcomes that support strategic priorities and add value. The team brings execution skills, a design-led approach, and delivers at pace to achieve desired business outcomes on large, complex, cross-functional projects including local regulatory initiatives. Within a value stream approach, the Regional Implementation Lead will be accountable for the regional implementation and management of key strategic change programmes across Global Procurement Services including Source to Contract, Procure to Pay, Third Party Management including Supplier Management, and other key areas. What You’ll Do • Work closely with the Global Procurement Head of Change and Innovation, Procurement Service Process and Product Owners to manage and achieve delivery against identified initiatives and outcomes, • Manage all key region/market stakeholders enabling delivery outcomes to be met, • Be the key regional SME for all region/market regulatory requirements, • Manage and report on progress to stakeholders, oversee the tracking of risks/issues/dependencies, • Promote adherence to project/programme governance model and use defined standards and tools for processes such as risk logs, change control, and resource requests, • Work closely with each project team and delivery stakeholders to ensure smooth change delivery, • Build, maintain, and strengthen mutually beneficial, sustainable relationships with internal and external stakeholders, • Engage stakeholders through effective communication, conveying complex and technical information in a meaningful and compelling way, • Leverage stakeholder relationships to ensure synergies between people and groups are recognised and harnessed, • Proactively apply change management approaches and techniques, • Establish relationships with key project, region, and market stakeholders, • Adopt Global Procurement Change Governance and standard Change Frameworks, • Act as a role model to create and maintain a collaborative team environment that supports and encourages professionalism and team development What You Need to Succeed • Strong working knowledge of procurement processes and services, • Experience in one or more Procurement specialties: sourcing, procure to pay, third party management, supplier management, procurement operations, • Ability to grow a network of stakeholder relationships to facilitate effective delivery, • Flexibility and resilience in responding to multiple requirements and competing priorities, • Ability to grasp complex and incomplete information to make timely decisions, • Experience with change implementation techniques and approaches, • Strong communication skills across a range of stakeholders, • Experience in Programme / Project Management, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Ability to work within a team and/or independently, • Self-starter with ownership mindset, • Awareness of Change Frameworks, Agile methodologies, and best practice techniques, • Understanding of organizational purpose, values, culture, and transformation fundamentals, • General financial services industry knowledge with specific functional expertise, • Proficiency in at least one of the following platforms: Coupa, Oracle Fusion, or ServiceNow.

Senior Legal Adviser Permanent Full time Home based - occasional attendance at South or Midlands offices (Bristol / Hook / Birmingham) (1 day pw) Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day's paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities Make UK is the UK’s leading trade body for the manufacturing and engineering sector. Collectively we represent 20,000 companies of all sizes, from start-ups to multinationals, across engineering, manufacturing, technology and the wider industrial sector. We provide a complete range of employment law advice, training, and HR services, working closely with our members to deliver tailored consultancy support that meets their specific business needs. With nearly 130 years of experience, we have been supporting businesses by staying at the forefront of employment law and HR best practices. Our consultants bring senior and executive legal and HR experience from diverse industries. They offer best practice solutions backed by commercial insight gained from years in both private and public sectors. We are seeking an Employment Lawyer to join us a Senior Legal Adviser in the South of England, working with a portfolio of clients to offer pragmatic consultancy in a range of employment enquiries. Key Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive and timely employment law and employee relations advice via in-person meetings, phone calls (including the National Advice Line), and written correspondence., • Manage employment litigation in the Employment Tribunal from start to finish, including advocacy (with training available)., • Draft and scrutinize contracts of employment, policies, procedures, and other employment-related documents., • Present engaging seminars on employment law and employee relations topics., • Maintain a high standard of professional knowledge through continuous research and training., • Ensure compliance with office procedures for work coordination and monitoring., • Assist the Head of HR & Legal as required., • Collaborate with other business units to support member recruitment and retention., • Identify opportunities for additional fee-paying work for Make UK and assist in their procurement., • Undertake other relevant tasks to achieve the overall objectives of Make UK. Qualifications & Experience: • Substantial PQE in employment law., • Experience advising clients on employment law, employee relations, and HR matters., • Proven track record in handling tribunal cases with minimal supervision., • Advocacy experience in Employment Tribunals is an advantage. Skills: • Ability to provide practical, commercial employment law advice., • Strong analytical skills to explain complex issues clearly and succinctly., • Ability to put clients at ease and build rapport., • Resilience under pressure and ability to meet deadlines., • Excellent negotiation skills and teamwork capabilities. Business and Industry Knowledge: • Familiarity with the manufacturing sector is advantageous., • Experience with trade unions is a plus., • Proficient in time and advice recording. With over 125 years of experience, Make UK is a leading provider of essential business support and a champion for manufacturing industry in the UK. Make UK has the close ear of Government and is a trusted provider of essential services for world leading manufacturing companies across the country. Everything we do is designed to inspire British manufacturers to compete, innovate and grow. Make UK staff enjoy a good benefits package and values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Benefits to include, but not limited to: Free parking, meal service on site, no bank holiday/weekend work, flexible hours, health cover, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and life assurance. We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community and we recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation and have pledged to support this by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant. Our Values at Make UK: Inclusivity & Diversity, Integrity, Innovation, & Collaboration

Bytes is a top provider of premium IT solutions and services, working with SMEs, corporations, and public sector organizations to modernize and digitally transform their IT infrastructures. Founded in 1982, Bytes has experienced significant growth, now employing over 750 people across seven locations in the UK and Ireland, with a turnover surpassing £1.8 billion in 2023. At Bytes, we nurture talented individuals to achieve remarkable outcomes and are dedicated to supporting our employees through continuous training, guidance, and development to help you advance and fulfil your career goals. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, recognition and inclusivity and offer a wide range of benefits to support staff wellbeing. PURPOSE OF JOB: We are seeking an experienced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Consultant to join our growing cyber security team. You will deliver high-quality GRC services to a diverse client base, help build in-house capability for core offerings, and support the integration of GRC with our Assurance and DFIM service lines. With 3+ years’ experience in information security, data protection, risk management, enterprise IT, legal, or compliance roles, you will have a proven track record of delivering GRC consultancy across sectors. You will demonstrate strong knowledge of frameworks such as ISO, ISF, NIST CSF, NIS/NIS2, DORA, CIS, and Cyber Essentials, and the ability to explain complex requirements clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. You will have experience engaging with enterprise clients, vendors, auditors, and regulators. Skilled at producing clear, concise reports, you will translate technical findings into business-focused recommendations that support informed decision-making. A hands-on and collaborative approach is essential, balancing strategic oversight with direct delivery. You will be confident in mentoring colleagues, influencing senior stakeholders, and working closely with sales to scope and shape new business opportunities. Reporting to the Head of Assurance Testing, you will actively contribute to client delivery while having dedicated time for professional development, including industry-recognised certifications. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a forward-thinking, supportive environment that values expertise, innovation, and growth. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Deliver high-quality GRC services, including:, • ISO 27001, • NIST Gap Analysis, • CAF Assessments, • PCI DSS, • CSMA, ISF, and CIS Assessments, • Develop and maintain in-house methodologies, templates, and delivery playbooks for core GRC services., • Conduct client workshops, interviews, and assessments to gather requirements and provide actionable recommendations., • Produce clear, concise, and accurate reports, Statements of Work, and other deliverables., • Collaborate with internal teams to integrate GRC services into Assurance and DFIM offerings., • Support Incident Management and Assurance engagements as required., • Provide pre-sales support, including scoping engagements, defining deliverables, and contributing to proposals., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry frameworks, standards, and regulatory changes., • Identify opportunities for service improvement and cross-selling. INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES • Deliver high quality GRC consultancy services, • Ensure all deliverables meet defined quality standards and client expectations, • Actively participate in internal training, enablement sessions, and professional development activities., • Share knowledge and expertise with peers to build team capability., • Uphold the highest ethical standards in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and partners., • Manage workload effectively, balancing delivery commitments with learning and development goals. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS: Educational Requirements • Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Risk Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. - ESSENTIAL Professional Experience One or more of the following: • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer certification, • PCI DSS Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) or Internal Security Assessor (ISA), • NIST Cybersecurity Framework or CAF-related training/accreditation, • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) Years of Experience • Minimum 3 years’ experience delivering GRC services in a consultancy or in-house security role. - ESSENTIAL, • Proven track record of managing client-facing projects from scoping through to delivery.- DESIRABLE, • Experience working across multiple sectors, including regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, government). - DESIRABLE, • Experience supporting Incident Response planning, tabletop exercises, or assurance testing engagements. - DESIRABLE Other Requirements • Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance principles, including key frameworks and regulations such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CAF, PCI DSS, and GDPR. - ESSENTIAL, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical requirements into business language. - ESSENTIAL, • Ability to travel to client sites as required. - ESSENTIAL CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS • GRC Experience, • Business acumen, • Strong communicator, • Friendly and approachable, • Calm and considered, • Strong code of ethics and morals

Head of Project Management Leading Not-for-Profit Membership Organisation Hybrid (Glasgow-based) or Fully Remote (UK) Salary: £50,000-£60,000 dependent on experience, with excellent benefits including generous annual leave, pension contribution, and private healthcare. PRINCE2 is a must and experience in not-for-profit, or membership organisations is desirable My client, a leading not-for-profit membership organisation dedicated to improving safety and standards across multiple sectors, is seeking a Head of Project Management to oversee and coordinate a diverse portfolio of projects. The Role of Head of Project Management You’ll lead the successful delivery of a wide range of projects — from events and training course development to digital transformation initiatives. This is a key role ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, effectively, and in line with strategic priorities. Key responsibilities include managing the organisation’s project portfolio, developing the project management strategy, and ensuring compliance with PRINCE2®-based methods. You’ll support and guide project managers, monitor progress, mitigate risks, and deliver improvements to processes and tools. You’ll also lead training and selected projects directly, working closely with senior leadership to align delivery with organisational goals. About You You’re an experienced project management professional with strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills. You thrive in a dynamic environment and can motivate teams, manage risks, and drive results across multiple initiatives. You’ll have PRINCE2® training and practical experience applying it in live project environments. Experience managing a project portfolio or holding additional qualifications such as MoP®, MSP®, or APM PMQ is an advantage. Experience in not-for-profit or membership organisations is desirable, as is familiarity with tools like Asana, Power BI, and Microsoft 365. Apply Now for Head of Project Management To apply, please send your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t heard from us within 10 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business for this role. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background or personal characteristics. Membership Bespoke is the UK’s most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm, delivering tailored recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies for over a decade.

Head of Installation & Construction Location: Home-based (with regular travel to sites across the UK) Work Pattern: Approx. 50% working from home, 50% travel to customer and construction sites Join Saint-Gobain Offsite Solutions – a leader in modern methods of construction – as our new Head of Installation & Construction, where you’ll play a key role in driving excellence across our timber frame installation operations. About the Role You’ll take ownership of our OSS Installation team and sub-contract labour to deliver high-quality timber frame construction projects nationwide. Working closely with our housebuilder clients and internal teams, you’ll ensure that every site is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Reporting directly to OSS Technical, Design and Construction Director, you’ll oversee 2–3 direct reports and lead the internal teams who manage subcontractors. This is a hands-on leadership role, involving regular site visits, progress checks, health & safety updates, and programme management to keep projects running smoothly. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the OSS installation and subcontract teams to safely deliver timber frame build programmes on time, on budget, and to specification., • Oversee health & safety standards and ensure compliance across all sites., • Support pre-construction and delivery planning to optimise build quality and efficiency., • Provide experienced guidance to sales, estimating, and design teams., • Drive performance improvements through KPI management and reporting., • Maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders., • Support your team’s development through coaching, training, and clear communication. About You We’re looking for a leader who combines deep technical knowledge with great people skills. You’ll need to be confident managing multiple projects and teams while keeping a customer-first mindset. Essential Experience: • Proven experience in timber frame construction (preferably large-scale / housebuilder sites), • Background managing teams or subcontractors in construction., • Strong understanding of on-site installation processes and health & safety practices, • Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills, • Ability to work independently and travel regularly across the UK. Why Join Us? At Saint-Gobain Offsite Solutions, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking, innovative business that’s helping shape the future of construction. You’ll enjoy a supportive culture, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing area of our business.

We’re looking for a Director of Operations to join a fast-paced, direct-to-consumer business set to double in size over the next five years. Reporting directly to the C-suite, this newly created role will lead and develop a large, multi-site operational team while driving the delivery of key strategic initiatives. As a pivotal member of the leadership team, you’ll play a central role in building the operational foundations for the company’s next stage of growth and ensuring its continued success. This person can be based anywhere but needs to be able travel to the sites across the UK (North, Midlands, South) and to the head office when required. Responsibilities • Build and lead high-performing operational teams across fulfilment centres, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement., • Shape and execute the operational strategy, inspiring and guiding the team through every stage of growth., • Deliver world-class results across key KPIs — including cost efficiency, customer lead times, and order accuracy — setting ambitious targets and holding the team to exceptional standards., • Champion business continuity and operational resilience, ensuring the team can adapt effectively to change or disruption., • Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives across fulfilment sites, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, optimise systems, and reduce costs., • Oversee relationships with third-party partners, including automation providers, ensuring seamless integration and high performance., • Lead the planning and scaling of resilient fulfilment operations, • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in technology, product, finance, and commercial to deliver aligned, scalable operational solutions., • Ensure all operational processes uphold the highest standards of clinical governance and regulatory compliance., • Represent frontline teams and customers, ensuring strategic decisions reflect real-world operational impact. Requirements • A seasoned operations leader with deep expertise in e-commerce logistics, ideally within pick-pack-ship environments., • Technically adept and forward-thinking, with strong knowledge of warehouse automation and technology integration., • Commercially minded, with proven success in budget management and data-driven decision-making., • Experienced in scaling operational teams and distribution networks in e-commerce, retail, or consumer healthcare., • Skilled in end-to-end supply chain management, including import processes and automation., • Collaborative, with experience partnering across technology, product, and other business teams to drive operational excellence in fast-paced environments., • Proven P&L ownership and a track record of delivering commercial success.

A fantastic opportunity is available for a Senior Project Manager with experience running large commercial construction projects to join a dynamic and well-established business. We are a busy and award-winning design, build and reactive maintenance company working predominantly in the leisure and hospitality industries as well as commercial and public sectors. We are looking for a hands-on Project Manager with experience of running major projects of various sizes in a variety of settings with experience in the hospitality sector being advantageous. You must have excellent organisational and communication skills, be able to manage a varied workload and work well in a fast paced and reactive environment. This is a key and essential position in the business and requires an organised and proactive approach. You will need to be a self-starter who is excellent at managing your own time and workloads and can oversee multiple subcontractors and trades. Some travel and flexibility in working hours will be required as we work across the UK, Channel Islands and beyond. You will oversee the planning, co-ordination and control of all projects assigned to you from inception to the completion of all snagging and will control project timescales, costs and progress and keep the Senior Management Team informed of these. You will also play a key role in the client relationship, managing their needs and expectations, keeping them up to date with developments and helping them make key decisions to help bring their project to a successful end. Main Tasks and Responsibilities • Appoint and monitor appropriate labour and site management specific to the project type in conjunction with the Head of Contracts and project team, • Control and analysis of labour costs alongside the project QS, • Produce comprehensive project programs, site meeting minutes, contractor’s reports, • Attend and contribute to client and contracts meetings, • Collate, manage and sign off snagging works completed by project support team, • Record variations from site and liaise with the QS team, • Responsible for site health and safety from pre-contract stage through to project completion, • Monitor all site health and safety procedures and compliance by all site personnel, • Manage client direct suppliers for projects, • Promote commercial awareness for on-site projects, • Liaise with supply chain team to ensure compliance and effective site set up., • Take a lead role in snagging and handover meetings where appropriate with the design team, • Ensure quality of workmanship in line CBGW Group expectations, • Deliver projects to agreed program of works, • Monitor program of works and identify shortfalls and solutions, • Ensure relevant design and contract details are available to site personnel at all times, • To have regular meetings with the Head of Commercial and contracts team to report on and discuss workload, project difficulties and opportunities Required skills and experience • Excellent time keeping and ability to manage own workload and work to deadlines, • A passion for delivering a professional service and quality product, • Ideal candidate will be friendly, proactive, have good organisational skills and have a high attention to detail, • Must have excellent IT skills - Microsoft skills including Excel, Outlook and Project are essential, • Professional qualification in project management desirable, • Experience of working in hospitality sector advantageous, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills This is a hybrid position, and we are accepting applications from all areas of the UK. Occasional travel will be expected to our Head Office based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. This position benefits from 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day for each complete year of service to a maximum of 31 days, and also receives paid leave while the business is closed over the festive period as we all love a nice Christmas break! We also offer a company pension and our Concorde Culture programme which provides many perks such as Feast Fridays, regular nights out, team away days, a fabulous Christmas party, membership to Westfield Health and much more. Salary is up to £60,000 and is negotiable depending on experience. We are also offering a company car or car allowance, company bonus scheme, laptop and mobile phone. There are lots of opportunities for training, development and progression and we pride ourselves on our culture and values. To Apply: Please apply directly through LinkedIn or for more information email us; Please note: we can only accept UK based applications, we are unable to sponsor right to work visas. Concorde BGW Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace – we work with a wide range of businesses and individuals that come from all walks of life and so do we. We employ great people from a variety of backgrounds that share our passion and live our core company values of Pride, Teamwork, Innovation, Clarity and Integrity. We celebrate diversity and individuality so regardless of your race, age, religion, gender or any characteristic that makes you, you, if you share our values and our enthusiasm for growing our businesses, you will find a home at Concorde BGW Ltd.

Operations Director Environmental Consultancy Flexible Location, UK Our Client This business is a fast-growing award-winning modern environmental consultancy that aims to make a difference. The company’s expert consultancy teams collaborate across disciplines such as ecology, landscape and planning to create cities, towns and general areas for a more sustainable future. The consultancy’s creative professionals are passionate about addressing the climate and biodiversity crises. The Role – Purpose The Operations Director will oversee and develop the operations strategy and the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring that their internal systems, processes and teams deliver operational excellence and enable the business performance in the short and long term. They will keep up to date with changing standards and legislation across the areas within their responsibility, while also leading the operations team and operating as a member of the Management Board, and reporting in turn to the Company Board on issues or progress. This is a highly visible senior leadership role in the company. The Operations Director will be the ‘Go To’ person for a wide range of issues and will represent operations with the business and through the company’s corporate governance. Core Responsibilities The main areas of responsibility for this role include: • Operational Excellence, Performance and Strategy, • Operational Structuring and Operating Model, • Property, • Health & Safety, • Quality Management and Environmental Management, • Administrative and Bid support, • GDPR Objective & Subjective Fit This role requires a highly organised person who is able to track a wide range of issues simultaneously and build strong relationships and credibility across the organisation. The role will primarily focus on cycles of activity relating to strategy, compliance, audit and risk management. Experience Needed • A current Operations Manager or Head of Operations with a track record of ideally working for either environmental or engineering consultancy businesses, • Suitable candidates may have also worked for other professional services consultancy businesses or possibly even contractor companies, • Experience of having had responsibility for a budget on a major programme or at a functional level., • Experience of leading and managing a team, with responsibility for their deliverables as well as their personal wellbeing and career progression., • Experience with delivery of major projects or implementation of new systems., • Optimisation of systems through positive attitude to change and the proficient use of technology., • Ideally demonstrable awareness and experience of utilising technology as an enabler within a business., • Experience of coordinating or delivering training to support take-up and embed new systems or tools with consistency across the company., • Professional experience in areas such as efficiency, project management and strategic operations would be looked on favourably. The Person • The ability to communicate complex matters clearly and concisely, to assist the business in applying them to the commercial context and to set implementable and measurable strategic objectives., • Strong people management and stakeholder management skills, to lead and motivate operational teams, as well as achieve buy-in across the wider business., • Engaging with colleagues to understand specific needs and experience as they relate to tools and policies such as project management, QMS/EMS in our project work., • Project management demonstrated in relevant contexts such as operating model projects, office refits, implementation of new systems or standards (e.g. ISO standards / accreditation). Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously., • Budget management with strong numeracy and spreadsheet skills to ensure operational costs are well understood and controlled., • Problem-solving and decision-making. This role is in large part about identifying possible problems and responding to actual problems., • An organised and efficient approach to completing work within tight deadlines and / or on a strict compliance schedule. Please email George Woodward from Novo Executive Search if you are interested.

Are you a proven commercial leader with NEC expertise? This is your opportunity to drive commercial excellence and shape the future of a leading UK utilities organisation. Oliver Sanderson is partnering with a top-tier utilities business to appoint a Head of Commercial Management. Sitting within Procurement & Supply Chain, this is a pivotal leadership role overseeing contract governance, compliance, and value delivery across a high-impact supplier portfolio. You’ll lead strategic negotiations, optimise commercial frameworks, and embed best practice across contract management. Working closely with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Operations, you’ll ensure robust execution, maximise supplier performance, and support key financial and regulatory goals. Areas of focus: • Lead and develop a high-performing Commercial Management Team., • Oversee negotiation and delivery of NEC and Construction Act contracts., • Drive supplier performance and ensure timely, compliant payments., • Embed governance frameworks, tools, and reporting systems., • Advise senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and commercial strategy., • Collaborate across functions to align contracts with business priorities., • Support dispute resolution and ensure compliance in a regulated environment. Skills & Experience: • Proven track record in commercial and contract management within infrastructure or utilities., • Expert knowledge of NEC contracts and Construction Act compliance., • Strong leadership of senior commercial professionals and cross-functional teams., • Skilled negotiator with excellent stakeholder and dispute management., • Experience designing and implementing commercial frameworks., • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field (RICS desirable)., • Strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and executive-level communication. This is a permanent hybrid role based in the South of England, with some national travel required. This role has an exciting package on offer. If this opportunity resonates with your experience and career goals, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! Oliver Sanderson is an award-winning executive search firm recognised for path-breaking contributions to ED&I and digital recruitment innovation by the House of Lords, Global Recruiter, APSCo, the Recruiter Awards, and in the 2022 Platinum Jubilee Album for a "transformational contribution" to UK business. We specialise in finding talent at board and senior leadership level for FTSE 100, FTSE 350, Fortune 500, and PE-backed businesses.

Are you a proven commercial leader with NEC expertise? This is your opportunity to drive commercial excellence and shape the future of a leading UK utilities organisation. Oliver Sanderson is partnering with a top-tier utilities business to appoint a Head of Commercial Management. Sitting within Procurement & Supply Chain, this is a pivotal leadership role overseeing contract governance, compliance, and value delivery across a high-impact supplier portfolio. You’ll lead strategic negotiations, optimise commercial frameworks, and embed best practice across contract management. Working closely with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Operations, you’ll ensure robust execution, maximise supplier performance, and support key financial and regulatory goals. Areas of focus: • Lead and develop a high-performing Commercial Management Team., • Oversee negotiation and delivery of NEC and Construction Act contracts., • Drive supplier performance and ensure timely, compliant payments., • Embed governance frameworks, tools, and reporting systems., • Advise senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and commercial strategy., • Collaborate across functions to align contracts with business priorities., • Support dispute resolution and ensure compliance in a regulated environment. Skills & Experience: • Proven track record in commercial and contract management within infrastructure or utilities., • Expert knowledge of NEC contracts and Construction Act compliance., • Strong leadership of senior commercial professionals and cross-functional teams., • Skilled negotiator with excellent stakeholder and dispute management., • Experience designing and implementing commercial frameworks., • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field (RICS desirable)., • Strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and executive-level communication. This is a 12-month FTC hybrid role based in the South of England, with some national travel required. This role has an exciting package on offer. If this opportunity resonates with your experience and career goals, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! Oliver Sanderson is an award-winning executive search firm recognised for path-breaking contributions to ED&I and digital recruitment innovation by the House of Lords, Global Recruiter, APSCo, the Recruiter Awards, and in the 2022 Platinum Jubilee Album for a "transformational contribution" to UK business. We specialise in finding talent at board and senior leadership level for FTSE 100, FTSE 350, Fortune 500, and PE-backed businesses.

Business Consultant (Retail & FMCG) Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Salary: £40-65k, depending on experience, plus bonuses. About Aria Aria Intelligent Solutions partners with the world’s leading retailers and FMCG brands to deliver measurable commercial impact. We combine deep industry expertise with advanced AI and analytics to help clients transform how they plan, trade, and grow. Our consultants lead transformation across merchandising, demand forecasting, and supply chain, by shaping strategy, operating models, and AI-driven solutions that help FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 businesses grow. The Role We’re looking for a Business Consultant who blends commercial understanding with structured problem-solving. You’ll work with senior stakeholders at major Retail and FMCG clients to define strategies, design operating models, and identify how AI can unlock new sources of value to deliver measurable change. Whether you’re from industry or consulting, this role suits someone who enjoys tackling big operational challenges, shaping ideas with data, and turning strategy into action. What You’ll Do • Lead workstreams within transformation programmes, managing scope, timelines, deliverables, and outcomes., • Facilitate business workshops to capture requirements, assess current ways of working, and define target-state solutions., • Design operating models, process improvements, and change strategies that drive efficiency and growth., • Develop and prioritise AI and automation use cases that align with client objectives and deliver measurable results., • Translate analysis and data insight into clear, actionable recommendations and implementation plans., • Present findings, strategies, and business cases confidently to executive and leadership teams., • Collaborate with technical delivery teams to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, and adopted., • Contribute to Aria’s internal IP development by shaping AI use cases, proposals, and new service offerings. About You • 3–8 years of experience in Retail or FMCG head-office functions, such as merchandising, demand forecasting, category management, supply chain, or technology-enabled transformation., • Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to simplify complexity and focus on outcomes., • Confident in leading workshops, managing stakeholders, and capturing detailed business requirements., • Awareness of how to develop strategic recommendations into real business change., • Interested in how AI and emerging technologies can improve industry performance and decision-making., • Excellent communication skills with credibility at senior stakeholder level., • Proven record of ownership and delivering results end to end. What We Offer • Competitive package: Base salary of £40–65k depending on experience, plus bonuses linked to chargeability, performance, project ownership, and IP development., • Private medical cover: Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family., • Time to recharge: 25 days’ holiday plus loyalty days that increase with service., • Purpose with impact: A paid charity day each year to support a cause you care about, with matched donations from Aria., • Growth and development: Access to leadership programmes, mentoring, and professional learning., • A culture built for performance: Flexible working, clear expectations, and a team that values pace, accountability, and ambition. Join Us At Aria, you’ll work with global brands, define the next generation of AI-driven solutions, and see the results of your ideas come to life. If you’re motivated by challenge, impact, and performance, this is where you’ll thrive.