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Are you a chartered mechanical engineer with a sharp eye for compliance, a knack for value engineering, and the resilience to influence at exec level? This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team of senior technical specialists advising on mechanical building services across a complex national estate. You'll be the go-to expert for mechanical compliance, design standards, and technical assurance - shaping specifications, reviewing consultancy outputs, and driving innovation across HVAC, fire safety, refrigeration, and water/gas systems. Your new company You'll join a diverse, senior-level team of subject-matter experts - all operating at associate level or above. The bar is high, but the impact is huge. This is a strategic, client-facing role with scope to shape national standards and influence future engineering leadership. Your new role • Lead mechanical design strategy and performance across a diverse property portfolio, • Review and approve technical specifications, ensuring alignment with internal standards and legal obligations, • Provide expert input on Building Regulations - especially ventilation standards and SFG20 compliance, • Manage external consultancies: assess outputs, challenge assumptions, and uphold a high technical bar, • Influence senior stakeholders and external agencies with clarity and confidence, • Support value engineering initiatives - every pound spent must be justified and rational, • Collaborate with electrical counterparts and wider design teams to ensure joined-up delivery, • Chartered status or working towards ECUK registration, • Deep technical knowledge of HVAC, fire, refrigeration, water hygiene, and mechanical systems, • Mastery of UK Building Regulations and compliance frameworks, • Experience managing consultancy outputs and working within complex stakeholder environments, • Resilience, self-sufficiency, and the ability to spin multiple plates, • Strong communication skills - able to simplify technical issues and influence at all levels, • A background in consultancy or client-side engineering What you'll get in return • An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance), • 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays, • A pension with up to 10% employer contributions, • Private healthcare, • Access to a subsidised onsite gym, • Coaching and training to support your career development What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV direct , 01612364949 If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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

✂ About the House of Creed The House of Creed is an authentic, luxury perfume house dedicated to the creation of highly original artisan fragrances made from the finest perfume ingredients the world has to offer. ✂ About the role We are seeking Seasonal Retail Sales Associate (Luxury Brand Ambassador) part time to join our team on a Six-weeks Contract during our key trading period in the run up to Christmas (mid-November to Christmas). A passion for luxury fragrance is essential, along with a warm, professional demeanour and the ability to create an exceptional shopping experience ✂ Purpose of the role As a Luxury Brand Ambassador for the House of Creed, you will be the face of our prestigious brand, playing a key role in delivering an exceptional customer journey. Your mission is to share your passion and expertise about our heritage and products, elevate the customer experience, and drive sales while upholding our excellent standards of service. ✂ Key responsibilities Including but not limited to: ✂ Skills/Experiences desired • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills., • Proven experience in luxury retail or a similar customer-facing role., • Passion for the luxury brand and a commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience., • Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets., • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment., • Passion for fragrance or beauty products is a plus. ✂ Why the House of Creed? Luxury Redefined: We do not just sell fragrances; we offer an unparalleled luxury experience that goes beyond expectations. Innovation: Be part of a team that thrives on pushing boundaries and creating scents that resonate with a diverse audience. Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate differences and believe that a diverse team fosters creativity and innovation. Career Development: Whether you are in a retail role or part of the head office team, there are plentiful opportunities for professional development and career growth. Location This roles are based in the Manchester stores. ✂Benefits · Up to 6-week temporary role for those looking for short-term employment during the festive period · Monthly competitive commission structure on top of basic salary per month · Training provided · Bonus opportunity · Possibility of permanent opportunities ✂ Job Applicant Privacy Policy Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The House of Creed. Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment, which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager(s). The House of Creed is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, and you can demonstrate expertise in the above areas, we look forward to receiving your application. We very much value your interest in our company. Due to a high level of applications, we regret to only be able to contact candidates we feel are best suited for this role. Thank you for your understanding.

A client within the Public Sector based in Greater Manchester is currently recruiting for a Head of Housing Capital Programmes and Delivery to join their Capital Programme Service as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a housing capital delivery environment. The Role Key purpose of the role will be to provide effective leadership and strategic oversight for the delivery of housing capital investment programmes, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The postholder will manage multi-disciplinary professional teams and oversee the development and implementation of a fully costed 30-year investment plan. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Leading on the planning, design, and delivery of major housing investment projects., • Managing commercial performance across all projects, ensuring delivery in accordance with contractual obligations., • Developing and maintaining a robust asset management strategy aligned with Manchester’s low-carbon objectives., • Overseeing financial performance, providing accurate cost advice, lifecycle costing, and value engineering., • Building effective partnerships across the Council, contractors, and the supply chain to drive innovation and best value. The Candidate To be considered for this role you will require: • A degree-level qualification in a relevant construction or project management discipline (e.g. BSc/BEng/MSc)., • Full professional membership of a recognised body such as RICS, CIOB, or ICE (or working towards Chartered status)., • Strong leadership and team management capabilities., • In-depth understanding of JCT and NEC contracts, and CDM 2015 requirements., • Strategic financial management and commercial negotiation experience. The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £350 per day Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £250 per day PAYE). How to Apply If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail. Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region. Referral Bonus If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

THE COMPANY: Juul Labs’ mission is to impact the lives of the world’s one billion adult smokers by eliminating combustible cigarettes. We have the opportunity to address one of the world’s most intractable challenges through a commitment to exceptional quality, research, design, and innovation. Backed by leading technology investors, we are committed to the same excellence when it comes to hiring great talent. We are a diverse team that is united by this common purpose, and we are hiring the world’s best engineers, scientists, designers, product managers, operations experts, and customer service and business professionals. If the opportunity to build your career at one of the fastest growing companies is compelling, read on for more details. Multiple positions available to cover the following locations: * Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds * Nottingham, Bristol and Birmingham * Glasgow and Edinburgh ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: City Development Manager Reporting to the Head of Field Sales, the City Development Manager is the field-based lead for their assigned city/cities. This unique position requires a hands-on approach, combining city level strategy, on the ground account management and specialised product knowledge to ensure all field activity is expertly adapted and executed. The individual is the primary owner of their cities performance, driving key indicators such as awareness, distribution, execution, and market share whilst developing and building strong mutually beneficial relationships KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Commercial Delivery & Strategic Customer Management • Identify, lead and nurture influential accounts: Take ownership of a portfolio of influential customers and route to market relationships within the city. Build strong partnerships to drive long-term growth and deliver distribution, execution, education and market share (ROS) targets., • On-the-Ground Execution: Lead and drive all aspects of on-the-ground execution, including event execution, ensuring company standards for product distribution, merchandising, and brand presence are met responsibly across all trade channels, including priority accounts, Wholesale, Vape, and alternative trade channels., • Tailor & Execute City Strategy: Take the national city plan and adapt it to be relevant for the local market. Identify and articulate the specific needs of the cities to win, ensuring all resources and activities are delivered in the right places, in the right way, to maximize commercial impact., • Co-ordinate Third-Party Execution: Collaborate with, coach and co-ordinate third-party field sales teams on a city-by-city basis to ensure consistent and effective delivery of the commercial strategy. This includes ensuring third-party capability and delivery in the areas of the city where it is most needed., • Events & Activations: Identify and lead the planning and execution of local events and trade programs to drive engagement, education and commercial success within the city., • Performance Reporting: Monitor and report on city-level sales data, trends, and execution to the Head of Field Sales. Provide valuable market insights and feedback to inform national strategy., • Commercial Acumen & Sales: Proven ability to drive commercial growth and manage a portfolio of accounts. You'll need a strong track record in meeting distribution, market share, and sales targets., • On-the-Ground Execution: A hands-on, proactive approach to leading and executing in the field, including event management and ensuring brand standards are met across all channels., • Relationship Management & Coordination: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain strong relationships with influential customers, and third-party sales teams., • Self-Driven & Results-Oriented: A highly motivated individual who takes full ownership of their city's performance and is driven to achieve tangible results., • Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyse data to deliver clear performance interventions, think on your feet and problem solve., • Challenge the status quo: Strong resilience and desire to challenge and drive continuous improvements and operate in a changing environment. Leadership & Coordination: Experience in working with third-party teams to ensure consistent execution. Desirable, but not essential., • A full UK driving licence is required for this role., • A place to grow your career. We’ll help you set big goals - and exceed them, • People. Work with talented, committed and supportive teammates, • Equity and performance bonuses. Every employee is a stakeholder in our success, • Location. Field based with a requirement to be in the London office when requiredJuul Labs is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees and job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Juul Labs also complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Juul Labs in the US.

This is a hands-on role focused on optimising affiliate performance, building strong partnerships, and driving growth across key digital channels; including TikTok, where the brand has been at the forefront of live shopping innovation. Working closely with the Head of Marketing and wider digital tea

This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a next-generation, tech-enabled financial crime framework at the forefront of FinTech innovation. Lead the 1st Line Financial Crime function with a vision for smart, scalable prevention and detection. Strong leadership experience in financial crime with

Junior Product Manager - Training and Development Opportunity. You'll work directly with an experienced Head of Product and a supportive Product Administrator, learning the ropes in a business that values safety, quality, and innovation. With over 65 years of innovation and a worldwide presence, the

Our portfolio of leading retailers and brands such as LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty form our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition. The Head of Product (THG Beauty Brands) leads product strategy and innovation across premium beauty and wellness brands. We�

Technical Lead Job Tenure: Full-time, permanentSalary: CompetitiveCompany Description Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good! We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future. Job Description We are currently recruiting for Technical Leads to sit within one of our core value streams to focus on developing and implementing innovative digital technology. You will manage, lead and coach a team of technical experts who build software and customer experiences that continues to drive, shape and deliver our customer-centric, data driven and digital first strategy. This vacancy is a 12 month fixed term contract position. What you'll do: • Technical Lead for a squad, ensuring collaborative working with Product Owners, Developers, QA’s, Architects and the wider business., • Lead, manage and coach a team of engineers. You will lead from the front with expert hands-on software development experience and ensure high technical standards are met throughout the team., • Collaborate with the Product Owner to ensure the squad has a clear mission, understands the wider tech strategy, healthy backlog and working to Agile practices., • Work with our Architects and Principal Engineers on new tech choices and architecture evolution., • Always looking at ways to Improve engineering practices in the squad including code quality, testing and CI/CD., • A deep love of technology with a customer centric approach!, • A passion for people development; You will consider yourself a people motivator who has led a software development squad in an agile environment to deliver and achieve great things., • A Java technical expert! Our Tech Lead roles are a good blend of people management and strategy and hands on development (Spring Boot experience is key)., • Experience with CI/CD, Jenkins and Docker (ideally with Kubernetes) as well as cloud platform experience, ideally AWS., • Experience in design and development of distributed, scalable, and highly available systems with a customer centric approach., • You’ll start with an introductory call with one of our Talent Partners. This is a ‘get to know you session’ and for you to explore the position in more detail., • 1st stage: 1 hour interview with our Head of Technology, • 2nd stage: 1 hour interview with 2 of our Technical Leads. This will involve a technical task and technical interview questions., • 3rd Stage: 30-minute meeting with members of one of our Agile Squad. This will be a Product Owner and a Delivery Manager., • Final stage: a final meeting with our Head of Technology and our Chief Technology Officer. What’s in it for you?: • Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential., • Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure’s success., • 28 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday., • Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances., • Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues., • Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members., • We’ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources., • Driving good in the world couldn’t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities., • Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues., • We’re a proud supporter of the ABI’s ‘Make Flexible Work’ campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work., • And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here ___ We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all.

My client, a high-growth UK business, is looking for an experienced and hands-on Head of IT to take full ownership of their technology evolution - from infrastructure to innovation, CRM performance to AI integration. The company’s in-house CRM is mission-critical — handling everything from leads

Within that function it will include a small central scouting & ideation team that collects and assesses innovation opportunities and presents to an Innovation board, aligned and supported in part by either the Head of Therapeutic Areas, the Head of In silico/AI or Segment Heads as far as their tech

Strong knowledge of the United Kingdom curriculum for Design & Technology at the high school level. Committed to promoting creativity, innovation, and practical skills development within the field of Design & Technology. Head of Department, Design & Technology.

As our Deputy Head of Occupational Therapy you will take a leading role in the operational and clinical management of our Adult Services.This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Occupational Therapy, driving innovation, transformation, and excellence in patient care.In this p