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Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. As Head of Managed Services, you will lead the development, delivery and continued growth of our managed service capability, with a particular focus on supporting organisations across the energy sector with their data and information management requirements. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for ensuring our managed services are commercially effective, operationally robust and consistently deliver a high-quality customer experience. You will lead and develop our Service Delivery Managers, strengthen service governance and processes, and work closely with customers and internal teams to identify opportunities to evolve and expand our service offering. Alongside responsibility for existing services, you will play an important role in shaping how new services are designed, transitioned and delivered, ensuring we have scalable processes, appropriate commercial controls and the right capability in place to support continued growth. • Lead the delivery and continued development of our managed services portfolio, ensuring consistently high standards across customer engagements, • Provide leadership, direction and support to Service Delivery Managers, developing capability and driving a consistent approach to service delivery, • Own and continuously improve service management processes, governance and operating models across the managed services function, • Oversee service performance against contractual commitments, SLAs, KPIs and agreed customer outcomes, • Build strong relationships with key customer stakeholders, acting as a senior point of contact for service performance, improvement and development, • Lead the design and implementation of new service processes and support the transition of new services into operation, • Work closely with operational, commercial and technical teams to ensure services are appropriately structured, resourced and governed, • Maintain oversight of service financials, including budgets, cost management, forecasting and commercial performance, • Identify opportunities to expand existing services and develop new managed service offerings in response to customer requirements, • Support business growth through the development of scalable, repeatable service models and effective mobilisation of new customer engagements, • Provide clear management information and insight around service performance, risks, opportunities and areas for improvement, • Ensure appropriate governance is maintained across the managed services portfolio, proactively managing operational and commercial risks, • Significant experience in a senior Service Delivery, Managed Services or operational leadership role, • Strong experience managing the delivery of services across multiple customers, contracts or complex service environments, • Demonstrable experience designing and implementing new service processes and improving established service delivery models, • Experience leading and developing Service Delivery Managers and wider service teams, • Strong commercial awareness, with experience of financial controls, budget management, forecasting and service profitability, • Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior customer stakeholders and manage complex service relationships, • Experience overseeing service performance against SLAs, KPIs and contractual commitments, • Strong understanding of service governance, continuous improvement and operational risk management, • Experience supporting the mobilisation, transition or introduction of new managed services, • Ability to balance operational delivery with customer requirements, commercial priorities and longer-term service growth, • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence effectively across customers, operational teams and senior stakeholders, • A structured and pragmatic approach, with the ability to establish effective processes while remaining responsive to changing customer and business requirements Experience within the energy sector and/or data and information management services would be advantageous, particularly where this has involved delivering long-term managed services or supporting complex data requirements. At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success. We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: • Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth., • Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can., • A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more…. At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Title: Through Life Support Specialist (Edgewing) Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems Air site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. There is a Hybrid Working Policy in place at Edgewing please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role. Salary: £54,808+ DOE Who we are: Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, youll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. Youll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, theres no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: The TLS Supportability Lead will work as part of the Head of TLS Organisation. Youll be responsible for supporting the definition and development of Supportability requiring proficient level of engineering leadership and technical capability. Core duties: Support the development of the overall approach to exerting Supportability design influence across the GCAP, working across the programme to ensure that Supportability outcomes are duly considered, appropriately prioritised and deliver the necessary 6th Generation Supportability characteristics Support the definition of the primary activities necessary throughout the full product life cycle, & ensure that that technical requirements are appropriately designed, developed, delivered & integrated in line with GCAP Architecture and Engineering policies Establish and maintain the engineering governance, frameworks, plans and processes required to undertake Design Influence & Supportability engineering and analysis within the Edgewing organisation in accordance with relevant international standards. Company General Use Support the identification, development and derivation of Customer requirements regarding Supportability Plan, manage and review engineering activities to ensure integrated, compliant, safe delivery of work packages, achieving cost, quality and schedule objectives while supporting Design for Support activities, associated schedules, Statements of Work (SoW) and DAREO requirements Essential Skills: Knowledge and experience of leading a similar sizeable defence activity involving multiple partners, complex requirements and modern methods Knowledge and experience in scheduling, planning and risk management activities Hold Bachelor Degree in STEM discipline (preferably in aeronautics / aerospace or related field) or appropriate equivalent experience / qualifications The Edgewing Team By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, were united by a shared purpose to drive whats next in defence uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters. Why BAE Systems? Here youll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. Youll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to whats most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 24th September 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JE1 #LI-Hybrid JBRP1_UKTJ

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one ofour jobs, please apply - you could be just whowe'relooking for! Of course, experience andtrack recordare important, butwe'remore interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.That'ssomeone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading SocialEnterprisewe'rededicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join aCommunitythat cares about you! More about your role We are recruiting a Principal Network and Security Engineer to join our Infrastructure Engineering function at a pivotal point in our technology journey. This is a new, senior technical authority role with accountability for the build, improvement, release, decommissioning and security of all network and security capabilities across our infrastructure and database platforms. You will sit at the apex of network and security engineering within the organisation, setting direction, standards and patterns that enable teams to deliver safely, consistently and at scale. Reporting to the Head of Infrastructure Engineering, you will own the end-to-end technical lifecycle of network and security services across hybrid environments, embedding security-by-design, automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) as default. You will provide architectural leadership, assurance and formal peer review across the Infrastructure Engineering and Database/Linux Engineering teams, ensuring solutions meet our technical, security and regulatory standards before they are released into live service. This role is not about operational firefighting. It is about engineering excellence designing, governing and evolving resilient and secure platforms that other talented engineers can build upon with confidence. The journey you'll be joining We are embarking on a deliberate journey towards infrastructure excellence, delivered through Infrastructure as Code. That means repeatable builds, automated environments, strong controls, and measurable standards not heroics or manual fixes. You will join a highly capable Principal Engineering community, working alongside established Principals across Cloud, Data Platform and Database Engineering. This role is the final piece of that principal engineering capability, completing our authority layer across infrastructure engineering. To succeed, you will need to be at the top of your game technically, with deep hands-on experience of modern network and security engineering and the confidence to act as an approver, mentor and challenger to other engineers. What you'll be responsible for • Acting as the organisation's technical authority for network and security engineering, • Defining, owning and enforcing network and security standards, architectures and patterns, • Embedding security-by-design and IaC-driven delivery across infrastructure and database platforms, • Providing peer review, assurance and technical sign-off for complex or high-risk initiatives, • Driving continuous improvement in resilience, reliability, automation and recovery, • Governing the build, release and decommissioning of network and security services, • Partnering with other Principal Engineers to shape a coherent, end-to-end engineering strategy What we're looking for You'll be a very senior engineer or technical leader who: • Has deep expertise in network and security engineering across hybrid or cloud-first environments, • Is highly proficient in Infrastructure as Code, automation and modern engineering practices, • Is comfortable setting standards, challenging designs and holding quality lines, • Thrives working with other highly skilled engineers in a principal-level community, • Cares deeply about reliability, security and doing engineering properly Interview process This role has a two-stage interview process: • Stage 1: Online interview, • Stage 2: Face-to-face interview in Preston For long-distance travel, we will cover reasonable travel costs. Safer recruitment At Places for People, we are committed to safer recruitment. A basic DBS check is required for this role. For more information, please download the full job description. We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know thatthere'salways more we can do to make you smile,that'swhy we offera comprehensivebenefits package with each role, yours will include: • Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly, • Pension?with matched contributions up to 7%, • Excellent holiday package 35 days annual leave?with theoptionto buy or sell leave, • Cashback plan for healthcare costs up to £500 saving per year, • A bonus scheme for all colleaguesat 2%, • Training and?development, • Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much?more.? What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. 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We understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours. If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls Safeguarding At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. 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Are you a chef with experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with an emphasis on fresh and seasonal produce? Used to leading teams? Looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Then join Care UK, a multi award-winning care provider as a Head Chef. The Role Leading the team in the smooth running of the kitchen operation Develop nutritious and diet sensitive meals for residents and their requirements Menu design and planning Managing stock control and adhering to food cost guidelines Ensure compliance with both Food Safety and Health and Safety in the kitchen Training, supervising, and developing a team to help them make the most of their potential Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family Alternate weekend and social friendly working hours Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements (where applicable) Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme Hundreds of online and in-store discounts Annual purchase holiday scheme Wellbeing support Wagestream- access your wages at any time Career Development We have our own Catering Academy to provide excellent training and induction programs for all new Catering Staff and we will give you all thats needed to have a successful career as a Chef with us. Our high quality, innovative training and coaching will support the development of your skills throughout your career with us. We are looking for people to make a difference to residents lives every day. When you join Care UK youll be joining a team who share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do. We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours. TPBN1_UKCT

Managing a team of 4 The role : Working with retailers such as John Lewis, Harrods, Bloomingdales and many moreThis is a hand on

Seaway7 is seeking a Design Manager to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams across offshore wind projects and tenders. You will manage design novation, coordinate interfaces, and drive safe, cost-effective solutions while mentoring engineers across multiple locations.

Working closely with the Head of Product/ directors to ensure efficient bulk production of products. HEAD OF DESIGN - PREMIUM TEXTILES BEDDING AND BATHROOM. They are now looking to recruit a HOME TEXTILES HEAD OF DESIGN.

You could currently be a Technical Manager, Head of Technical, Technical Director, Design Manager or MMC/Offsite specialist. We’re working with a growing residential developer and construction business in Greater Manchester that is looking to appoint a Head of Technical & Design. What’s more imp

As Head of Design, you'll lead the design and technical development function, taking ownership of the full New Product Development process from initial concept through to manufacture and launch. With innovation and product quality at the heart of the business, they're now looking for a Head of Desig

If you are a commercially driven CDM or Principal Designer professional with a strong London network and a proven ability to win work, this could be an excellent opportunity to take ownership of the next stage of a growing service line. As part of an ambitious strategic growth plan, Huntsman are sup

Head of Product Design (UI-Leaning). We're recruiting on behalf of a small, boutique design and development studio with a strong reputation in fintech. Strong, current proficiency in Figma, with real experience building and maintaining design systems.

Experience of using Microsoft Office programs. Working closely with the Head of Product/ directors to ensure efficient bulk production of products. They are now looking to recruit a HOME TEXTILES HEAD OF DESIGN.

As Head of Design, you will be responsible for managing the Design team, overseeing designers from Junior through to Senior level. Head of Design – Childrenswear. Head of Design – Childrenswear.

Job Title: SVP – Head of Wealth AI & GTM. Head of Product, Proposition, & GTM. Strong understanding of modern WealthTech platforms and CRM environments.

Work closely with the Directors of VCAD, Heads of Department, and professional services colleagues across all campuses to develop and implement a coherent, inclusive, and ambitious Student Experience strategy. Contribute to institutional planning, risk management, and regulatory compliance, includin

Head of Supply Chain Operations | B2B Interiors & Design Business | London. Own the end-to-end supply chain and international movement of product, from suppliers through to warehouse and ultimately to clients. Act as the senior operational point of contact across the business, driving improvements a

The role ensures the organisation meets all relevant Office for Students (OfS) conditions of registration, maintains regulatory compliance, and upholds high standards of academic governance, quality and standards. Strong working knowledge of the Office for Students (OfS) Regulatory Framework and Con

This is an opportunity to shape the next stage of a Design function and create an environment where talented designers can do some of the best work of their careers. This is a leadership role for someone who gets genuine satisfaction from helping talented designers become exceptional-someone with ou

Kiota Recruitment is seeking a Head of Building Surveying for a respected multi-disciplinary design & build consultancy based in Chichester. The successful candidate will hold MRICS, have significant consultancy Building Surveying experience, and be capable of strategic leadership, mentoring teams,

Lead engineering design excellence for renewable energy projects in the UK, focusing on net-zero delivery.

Seeking an experienced Head of Design & Technology for a secondary school leadership role, overseeing Creative subjects and shaping curriculum direction.

Lead engineering design for renewable energy projects (Solar PV, BESS, Heat Pumps, Heat Networks).

About you Proven technical and project management abilities Strong organisational and management skills Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of CDM regulations Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and implement safe systems of work Detailed knowledge of Safety, Qu

Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed. What will a day in the life of a Support Worker involve? Providing practical and emotional support, including welfare calls, shopping, and home visits. Responding to referrals from clin

The successful Scaffold Design Engineer will work on a wide range of standard, complex and bespoke scaffold designs across sectors including heritage, rail, nuclear, commercial and major infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for a Scaffold Design Engineer to join a growing business delive

Contributing to the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, including some or all of: highways and drainage temporary works design and checking, reviewing permanent designs for compliance and buildability, supporting tenders and preconstruction planning, and providing

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join our mission of enhancing quality of life, independence, and dignity in our community. Isle of Wight, Cowes, Newport and Freshwater. Alternate weekend working on a two-week rota, 4on 4off rota.

Management all aspects of projects, including Construction, Health & Safety, and quality standards across sites. Undertake development and O&M works in order to gain all round knowledge of project life cycles. Strong knowledge of UK & Ireland Construction, CDM, Health & Safety, and e

What you’ll be doing:• Leading complex discovery and helping translate strategic objectives into clear, deliverable outcomes• Developing and maintaining roadmaps, priorities and measurable outcomes across interconnected products<

Professional Services / PMC ML Project Lead – Data Centres📍 UK / Ireland Remote💷 Up to £100,000 + major hyperscale data centre programme <p

What You’ll Bring (Skills & Qualifications)The ideal candidate will have:Extensive experience in the design delivery of mission-critical facilities, specifically within M&E-led industries such as Data Centres, Pharmaceutical,

What youll be doingProduct Strategy & VisionOwning and evolving the strategic vision for OneITS and OneView, aligned to the departments wider business objectivesDeveloping and maintaining pr

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Full project lifecycle management of roofing refurbishment projects £25,000+• Pre-start meetings, job handovers from sales, and programme creation• Ownership of health & safety

Proven ability to build trusted relationships both inside and outside of the delivery team, comfortable collaborating on the breakdown of an area into deliverable pieces of work. You will plan and run workshops, engaging with a variety of stakeholders to facilitate consensus in areas of uncertainty.

The RoleAs Product Manager, you will take ownership of a defined portfolio of pharmaceutical ingredients, working closely with customers, suppliers and internal teams to identify opportunities, develop markets and deliver profitable growth. What We Offer</strong&

Establish and execute project governance, includingIncludes plan for communication and collaboration among the Customer Team, Account Team, Services Sales, and the PMOEnsure all internal stakeholders are kept well informed on the engagement - Customer expect

The team is in good shape; we need a steady pair of hands to keep it that way.

Who we are IRIS Software Group is one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies. Strongly PreferredExperience in accounting technology, professional services software, practice ma

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project. Key ResponsibilitiesProject DeliveryManage the end-to-end delivery of multiple medium and large-scale pr

Key ResponsibilitiesPlan, manage, and execute projects from initiation to completionDefine project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelinesCoordinate cross-functional teams and allocate resources effectively</

General support of the delivery team and aiding in continuous improvement of delivery processes. Knowledge of grid connections and UK energy infrastructure (desirable). As part of their continued growth, they’re looking for a Construction Project Manager.

Experience of the software development lifecycle, involved from analysis through to acceptance, launch and live operationsExcellent facilitator of workshops, able to lead stakeholder groups to achieve focused outcomesAccomplished at modelling As-is and To-be

You dont need to be a user of the product or have health & wellness experience, genuine curiosity and the ability to get under the skin of the product is more important. Comfortable working directly with founders and senior stakeholders and taking owne

Maintain Thrivin’s visual identity while designing with performance and conversion in mind. Proficiency in Canva, Figma and Adobe Photoshop. We’re looking for a fast, commercially minded Graphic Designer with strong experience creating performance creative for DTC/e-commerce brands.

Graphic Designer, Motion Graphics Designer or Digital Designer. Work closely with external graphics supplier in order to support workflows and delivery of the graphics roster against all of our platforms. You will work closely with Producers, Directors, Editors, Social Media and Commercial teams to

Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, Runway and Google Veo) as part of how you already work, and genuinely excited about where creative and AI are heading. Stay ahead of the curve: track platform conventions and creative trends, and bring fresh, testable directions to the roadmap. You will bring strong creati