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Join Our Team at Jazz Pharmaceuticals!\n If you’re a current Jazz employee, we invite you to apply through our Internal Career site. \n Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company on a mission to innovate and transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for individuals facing serious diseases, often with limited or no therapeutic options. Our diverse portfolio includes leading therapies for sleep disorders, epilepsy, and a growing range of cancer treatments. \n Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, we have research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities, and a dedicated team across multiple countries, all committed to serving patients worldwide. About the Role\n We are seeking an Executive Director, Global Head of Medical Communications to lead and transform our Medical Communications function. Reporting directly to the Chief Medical Affairs Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our enterprise-wide strategy and ensuring operational excellence across all therapeutic areas. Your Responsibilities\n\n • Strategic Leadership:\n \n, • Define the vision and long-term strategy for Medical Communications.\n, • Align communication plans with evidence generation and commercialization objectives.\n, • Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership and represent the function in executive governance forums.\n \n, • Functional Leadership:\n \n, • Oversee publications, congress activities, and medical education materials.\n, • Ensure global consistency, quality, and scientific excellence.\n, • Establish best-in-class standards and governance.\n \n, • Innovation and Digital Transformation:\n \n, • Own the digital roadmap for Medical Communications.\n, • Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and scientific quality.\n, • Identify opportunities for innovative technologies and operating models.\n \n, • People Leadership:\n \n, • Inspire and develop a high-performing global team.\n, • Create an inclusive culture that values diversity and continuous learning.\n, • Establish leadership development pathways for future growth.\n \n, • Cross-Functional Partnership:\n \n, • Develop strong partnerships across Jazz, including R&D, Clinical Development, and Commercial teams.\n, • Drive integrated planning and execution across the product lifecycle.\n \n, • Operational Excellence:\n \n, • Establish robust governance frameworks and quality standards.\n, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives for agility and compliance.\n \n, • Financial Accountability:\n \n, • Manage global budgets and vendor partnerships.\n, • Ensure investments deliver measurable business value.\n \nWhat You Bring\n\n, • Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, MBBS, Nurse Practitioner, PA, or equivalent).\n, • 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology, with at least 10 years in Medical Communications or related functions.\n, • Proven success in leading global organizations and driving enterprise transformation initiatives.\nKey Competencies\n\n, • Executive leadership and strategic thinking\n, • Scientific communication expertise\n, • Digital and AI literacy\n, • Collaboration and integrity\nWorking Conditions\n This position is remote, allowing you the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to our mission. Why Jazz?\n At Jazz, we believe in fair and equitable compensation practices. For this role, the base pay range is $280,000.00 - $420,000.00, depending on qualifications and experience. In addition to competitive base pay, you may also be eligible for: \n\n • Discretionary annual cash bonuses\n, • Equity grants\n, • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance\n, • 401k retirement savings plan\n, • Flexible paid vacation\n\n Join us in making a difference in the lives of patients and their families. We can’t wait to see what you bring to our team! \n Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

A senior head-of-function role with real ownership of delivery, process and customer confidence. A specialist communications engineering and managed services business is seeking a Head of Engineering Operations to lead delivery and process across its engineering function on a permanent, hybrid basis

Head of Lighting - Technical Manager Uxbridge / London £50,000-£60,000 (dependant on experience) Your perspective: Private Healthcare after 12 months of continuous service Employee supported volunteering Enhanced family leave provision Perkbox and Employee assistance Programme Company sick pay Employee recognition scheme Generous employee referral scheme Mentoring support and training initiatives Access to state-of-the-art technology Global presence and opportunities worldwide Long Service Programme Position Overview The Technical Manager (Head of Lighting) will have a very strong technical background in the Audio Visual Industry with an expert level skill set and experience in a specific discipline such as Audio, Video, Lighting, Rigging or Power Distribution; this position must be the subject matter expert for their discipline. Sitting within the Production function, the Technical Manager manages all aspects of that discipline as it pertains to event pre-planning, on-site management, equipment maintenance and post show activities. Must have the ability to operate/trouble-shoot high-end equipment and have familiarity with major brands of audio-visual systems and components in a large venue situation. The Technical Manager will be the key resource of information for the Production team; will interface with the warehouse leads helping to design systems; and be the project manager for large event systems. The Technical Manager is required to mentor and develop the technicians. Also where appropriate the Technical Manager will negotiate with supply chains and drive innovation with our product portfolio. On a project by project basis the Technical Manager will maximise profitability by using our own equipment and labour. The Technical Manager may or may not manage a team of Technical Specialists and will report to the Director, Project Management or General Manager, UAE as appropriate. Key Job Responsibilities Event Pre-planning Partner with the Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and end client to design, pre-plan and manage all aspects of their expertise or discipline. Drive Results - Complete necessary technical drawings, production plans, labour needs, budgets, equipment selection, and interfaces with the warehouse leads, and sub rentals. See the Bigger Picture - Assist and support the other departments as necessary by making recommendations on technology, processes, and methodologies. On-site Management/Operation Delivers World Class Service – ensuring their discipline meets or exceeds the client's needs by managing the production plan, budget, and Encore production/safety standards. Do the Right Thing - Set and properly test technical components. Operate designated equipment for the event, as needed. Provides leadership to their assigned crew, including internal and external team members. At all times, the Technical Manager is expected to abide with all health and safety requirements to company and international standards; to ensure that all team members and subcontractors adhere to the same; and to recommend areas of improvement to the HSE Manager. Post-show Management Responsible for post-show management to include: final labour, time sheets, expenses, sub rentals, and any equipment maintenance needs. Complete reporting information and feedback from team to the Senior Project Managers and Project Managers for the post show jot form to document for client's future events. Customer Service Provides excellent service and strive to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers. Meets with clients on site as necessary to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly. People Development (where they have direct reports) Value People by promoting a culture of high performance, accountability and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality. Manage performance, addresses employee concerns, maintains adequate staffing levels, and facilitates team development. Manage the HR activities including selection, performance management, and learning. Provide focused and continued coaching to develop the skills of team members. Train employees on Encore standards for service and equipment, and verifies they are properly trained on company computer systems. Recommend team members for training opportunities, as needed. Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change, or additional tasks within scope of work may be assigned at any time with or without notice, as necessitated by business demands. Job Qualifications BA/BS Degreed or equivalent experience 5+ years of live large venue audio visual 5+ years of knowledge of Audio Visual and expert level technical skill set in a discipline 2+ years crew lead experience (not necessarily direct reports) Strong customer service skills Excellent organisation skills Advanced problem solving skills Strong written and oral communications skills Ability to travel up to 75% Competencies Exceeds Customer Expectations Production Efficiency Problem Solving Communication Teamwork Leadership TPBN1_UKTJ

• Private Healthcare after 12 months of continuous service, • Enhanced family leave provision, • Perkbox and Employee assistance Programme, • Company sick pay, • Generous employee referral scheme, • Mentoring support and training initiatives, • Access to state-of-the-art technology, • Global presence and opportunities worldwide, • Long Service Programme The Technical Manager (Head of Lighting) will have a very strong technical background in the Audio Visual Industry with an expert level skill set and experience in a specific discipline such as Audio, Video, Lighting, Rigging or Power Distribution; this position must be the subject matter expert for their discipline. Sitting within the Production function, the Technical Manager manages all aspects of that discipline as it pertains to event pre-planning, on-site management, equipment maintenance and post show activities. Must have the ability to operate/trouble-shoot high-end equipment and have familiarity with major brands of audio-visual systems and components in a large venue situation. The Technical Manager will be the key resource of information for the Production team; will interface with the warehouse leads helping to design systems; and be the project manager for large event systems. The Technical Manager is required to mentor and develop the technicians. Also where appropriate the Technical Manager will negotiate with supply chains and drive innovation with our product portfolio. On a project by project basis the Technical Manager will maximise profitability by using our own equipment and labour. The Technical Manager may or may not manage a team of Technical Specialists and will report to the Director, Project Management or General Manager, UAE as appropriate. • Partner with the Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and end client to design, pre-plan and manage all aspects of their expertise or discipline., • Drive Results - Complete necessary technical drawings, production plans, labour needs, budgets, equipment selection, and interfaces with the warehouse leads, and sub rentals., • See the Bigger Picture - Assist and support the other departments as necessary by making recommendations on technology, processes, and methodologies., • Delivers World Class Service – ensuring their discipline meets or exceeds the client’s needs by managing the production plan, budget, and Encore production/safety standards. • Do the Right Thing - Set and properly test technical components., • Operate designated equipment for the event, as needed., • Provides leadership to their assigned crew, including internal and external team members., • At all times, the Technical Manager is expected to abide with all health and safety requirements to company and international standards; to ensure that all team members and subcontractors adhere to the same; and to recommend areas of improvement to the HSE Manager., • Responsible for post-show management to include: final labour, time sheets, expenses, sub rentals, and any equipment maintenance needs., • Complete reporting information and feedback from team to the Senior Project Managers and Project Managers for the post show jot form to document for client’s future events., • Provides excellent service and strive to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers., • Meets with clients on site as necessary to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly., • Value People by promoting a culture of high performance, accountability and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality., • Manage performance, addresses employee concerns, maintains adequate staffing levels, and facilitates team development., • Manage the HR activities including selection, performance management, and learning., • Provide focused and continued coaching to develop the skills of team members., • Train employees on Encore standards for service and equipment, and verifies they are properly trained on company computer systems., • Recommend team members for training opportunities, as needed. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change, or additional tasks within scope of work may be assigned at any time with or without notice, as necessitated by business demands. • BA/BS Degreed or equivalent experience, • 5+ years of live large venue audio visual, • 5+ years of knowledge of Audio Visual and expert level technical skill set in a discipline, • 2+ years crew lead experience (not necessarily direct reports), • Advanced problem solving skills, • Strong written and oral communications skills #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Senior Events Executive plays a key role in supporting the Head of Event across all aspects of event strategy, planning, execution, and evaluation. The position will primarily focus on BYD's national and B2B event programmes, contributing to the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of high-profile events and experiences. Working closely with the UK Events team, internal stakeholders, agency partners, and suppliers, the Event Specialist will help deliver engaging, high-quality experiences that strengthen the BYD and DENZA brands, maximise brand exposure, drive customer engagement, support test drives, and ultimately contribute to sales performance. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, proactive, and commercially minded events professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing experiences to life. You are an experienced and enthusiastic events professional with a strong passion for delivering exceptional brand experiences. You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. You are a natural problem solver who remains calm and composed under pressure and can adapt quickly when circumstances change. You are confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, from internal teams and senior leaders to agencies, suppliers, and event partners. You take ownership of your work, have excellent communication and negotiation skills, and are comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. You are commercially aware and understand how well-executed events can contribute to brand awareness, customer engagement, and business growth. Experience within the automotive or experiential marketing industry would be advantageous, but we are equally interested in candidates with strong transferable event management experience. Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: • Work closely with the UK Events team to develop and maintain an annual events calendar, identifying key national and B2B events where BYD should participate to maximise brand exposure, customer engagement, test drives, and sales opportunities., • Support the Event Manager in delivering new product launches and high-profile Tier One events, including events such as the Goodwood Festival of Speed., • Support the planning and strategic development of the national events programme, taking ownership of the successful delivery, execution, and evaluation of assigned events., • Manage events from end to end across national B2C and B2B programmes, working collaboratively with agency partners, suppliers, and internal and external stakeholders., • Lead key project management activities, including briefing, planning, designing, coordinating, and evaluating event proposals and experiences., • Tailor event experiences to specific audiences and objectives, ensuring a best-in-class guest journey and consistently high standards of execution., • Coordinate all event logistics, including vehicle movements, staffing requirements, event materials, uniforms, merchandise, and other operational requirements., • Manage onsite event activations alongside appointed agencies, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery and maintaining the highest standards of quality and brand execution., • Support the development and implementation of efficient event processes, continuously identifying opportunities to improve delivery and operational effectiveness., • Ensure brand ambassadors and event teams are appropriately briefed, trained, motivated, and equipped to deliver exceptional customer experiences., • Work closely with the wider Marketing team to promote BYD and DENZA events, maximising attendance, engagement, and brand exposure., • Create and distribute clear and comprehensive internal event briefing documents for relevant stakeholders and teams., • Manage event administration, including raising purchase requests, processing invoices, maintaining accurate records, and keeping budget trackers up to date., • Support post-event reporting and evaluation, capturing key learnings and insights to continuously improve future event programmes., • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience within the events or experiential marketing industry will also be considered., • A minimum of two years' relevant experience in event planning, event management, experiential marketing, or a related field. Experience within the automotive sector is desirable., • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously., • Exceptional organisational skills and a strong attention to detail., • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities., • A calm, proactive, and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving and unexpected challenges., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong negotiation and supplier management capabilities., • Confidence working collaboratively with agencies, suppliers, internal teams, and senior stakeholders., • Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of how events can support brand, customer, and business objectives., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, alongside general digital and event management tools., • A flexible and hands-on approach, with a willingness and ability to travel frequently as required by the role., • A genuine passion for events, customer experiences, automotive, mobility, and innovative brand activation., • Competitive remuneration based on experience and performance., • Scottish Widows workplace pension., • Commuting allowance., • Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme., • 25 days' annual leave, plus public holidays., • Private healthcare., • Departmental and company-wide team-building events. #J-18808-Ljbffr

SUMMARY Supporting the Partnership Management team with a selection of partnership accounts, reporting to the Head of Partnership Management. Working collaboratively across all LET departments to plan and deliver partnership activations, while building and maintaining strong partner relationships to support the long-term growth of LET. The successful candidate will be a team player who is organised, resourceful, proactive, and confident in building and managing relationships with LET partners. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING Supporting role to the Head of Partnership Management and the Partnership Manager. Support the Partnership Management team delivering contractual partnership obligations, including attending partnership and cross-departmental meetings, planning and implementing on-site tournament partnership and campaign activations, collecting relevant data, preparing partnership reviews, and assisting in identifying new partnership opportunities. The role also involves weekly update calls and quarterly review meetings with the Head of Partnership Management to discuss progress, priorities and the overall development of partnership activities. Acting as a point of contact for a selection of partners throughout the season and term. Managing a selection of supplier partnership accounts throughout the partnership term including organizing and attending meetings, collaborating with partners and internal departments to plan and delivery activations, documenting partnership activations, and sharing regular updates to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing partners. Act as an ambassador for LET and women's golf, positively representing the organisation and promoting the growth and development of the women's game. Working with all LET departments to support successful contractual partner activations across the season. Maintain regular weekly communication with staff across all departments to coordinate, plan and implement partnership activations. Develop and manage the Tournament Commercial Activation Plan to ensure all tournament staff are kept up to date on partnership activations taking place throughout the week. Develop and manage the LET Partnership Communication Activation Plan to ensure all LET Communications staff are informed of upcoming partnership related communication activities in the weeks ahead. Supporting and coordinating the implementation of a selection of partner activations before, during and after each activation. Attend partnership meetings to discuss and establish the objectives, target audiences and key goals of the partnership accounts and to plan, coordinate and review the partnership activations, ensuring progress is aligned with agreed objectives. Work collaboratively across all LET departments to deliver partnership commitments and activations, including communications, social media and on-site activities. Oversee and ensure the successful implementation and delivery of the partnership activations. Attending tournaments to manage partner activations. Attend and oversee on-site partnership activations at tournaments, working collaboratively with colleagues across LET departments to ensure successful partnership delivery. Responsibilities include travelling to selected events, managing on-site activations, maintaining strong partner relationships, attending Pro-Am and Hospitality functions and coordinating photography/videography/player involvement in collaboration with relevant LET departments. Supporting with the annual partnership management reviews. Collect and collate data, performance metrics and images from both internal and external sources to showcase partnership activations and evaluate their performance as part of partnership reviews. Prepare and develop partnership review reports and presentations, highlighting key activities, results and overall partnership performance. Supporting with upselling opportunities and the renewal process to drive partner growth and expansion. Support the Partnership division in identifying and developing new partnership opportunities. Collect and analyse relevant data to support partnership evaluations and future planning. Develop sales presentations to showcase partnership performance, opportunities and potential value. Assist in preparing and presenting new contractual terms and proposed partnership agreements to partners. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role. Duties may evolve to meet the needs of the organisation. The postholder may occasionally be required to work outside normal office hours or travel, subject to business requirements and prior agreement. MEASURES OF SUCCESS Maintaining positive relationships with partners. Deadlines are well managed. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your CV and cover letter to TPBN1_UKTJ

Star Academies is seeking an experienced and accomplished communications professional to lead communications, engagement, brand and marketing across the Trust. You will bring experience in communications within a large, complex or multi-site organisation, with the judgement to manage sensitive and h