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Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment—where investment meets long term impact. The Head of Procurement and Vendor Oversight will lead the company’s approach to sourcing, commercial decision-making and managing supplier performance. The role will ensure that we secure high-quality services that meet operational, regulatory and value for money expectations and that our procurement activity supports our longer-term strategic ambitions. The postholder will build strong relationships across the organisation to understand business needs early, support project delivery and guide colleagues through procurement and contract processes. They will oversee the company’s end-to-end vendor oversight and service management activity, ensuring suppliers are monitored, risks are identified early, and issues are resolved quickly. This role will set the standard for how we manage external suppliers. It will shape a culture of commercial awareness, transparency and accountability across the Company and ensure our procurement and service management practices remain robust, forward-looking, focussed on securing value for money, and aligned to the expectations of Partner Funds, regulators, government and other key stakeholders. #Procurement #VendorOversight #Leadership #UKPooling #Pensions #InvestmentCareers What you'll be doing: Procurement leadership • Lead the procurement strategy and ensure that it supports operational needs and long-term business goals, • Ensure all procurement activity complies with the Procurement Act 2023, the Procurement Regulations 2024 and the 2025 consequential amendments, along with internal procurement policy, • Oversee sourcing exercises, market reviews, evaluations and negotiations, • Maintain clear and consistent procurement documentation and decision records, • Oversee contract drafting, negotiation, renewals and commercial changes, • Monitor contract expiry dates, risks and dependencies, • Provide commercial advice to senior leaders and project teams, • Lead the service management approach including reviews, KPIs, SLAs and improvement plans, • Support contract owners in to address issues early and support operational resilience, • Manage the vendor oversight framework and keep it aligned to regulatory expectations, • Oversee due diligence, information security checks, ongoing monitoring and risk actions, • Work closely with Legal, Compliance, Risk, Finance and Technology to ensure clear ownership of supplier obligations, • Provide clear leadership to the Procurement and Vendor Oversight Manager and Officer, • Set priorities and support the team to deliver high-quality work, • Build capability, encourage continuous improvement and develop succession planning, • Act as a trusted adviser to colleagues across the organisation About Us LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for eight local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £45bn+ of their assets. It is one of eight Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. LGPS Central's Partner Funds are: • Cheshire Pension Fund, • Derbyshire Pension Fund, • Leicestershire Pension Fund, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund, • Shropshire Pension Fund, • Staffordshire Pension Fund, • West Midlands Pension Fund, • Worcestershire Pension Fund The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds. Requirements • Procurement Knowledge: Experience leading procurement activity with familiarity of public sector procurement processes, the Procurement Act 2023, the Procurement Regulations 2024, the 2025 amendments and internal policy requirements., • Vendor Oversight and Governance: Strong background in supplier due diligence, ongoing monitoring, operational resilience checks, and managing supplier-related risks in a regulated environment., • Contracting and Commercial Skills: Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial terms. Ability to manage contract lifecycles, renewals and commercial changes., • Organisation and Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain accurate procurement records, track obligations, monitor contract performance and manage concurrent procurement exercises., • Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills to engage senior leaders, project teams and external suppliers. Able to influence and guide colleagues through procurement and vendor management processes., • Analytical and Reporting Skills: Comfortable collating, analysing and presenting data on procurement activity, supplier performance, risk findings and cost analysis for committees and senior stakeholders., • Leadership and Team Development: Ability to lead, support and develop a small team, set clear priorities and build capability., • Communication: Clear communicator able to explain procurement and vendor requirements to both technical and non-technical colleagues, including senior stakeholders and committees. Qualifications: • A recognised procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS) or equivalent senior-level procurement experience., • Degree-level education (desirable but not essential with relevant experience)., • Must be able to meet the requirements of an FCA Certified role. What do we offer? We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: • Competitive salary, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays, • 2 days paid volunteering days, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities, • Welfare and Family friendly policies, • Enhanced pay for new parents, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance, • Hybrid Working, • Company Service Awards, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 Personnel Today Awards 2022, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023

Job Title: Head of Commercial Location: London Reports to: UK Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) / Group General Counsel Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent About BIP BIP is a leading international management consultancy that supports organisations to create lasting value through strategy, transformation and innovation. With a strong entrepreneurial culture and a growing UK presence, we partner with clients across industries to tackle complex commercial, regulatory and operational challenges. At BIP, we dare to think and act differently, we create long-lasting value, we are creators of our own future, and together we go further. These values shape how we work with our clients — and with each other. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded Head of Commercial to lead our in-house commercial contracts function across the UK business. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, sound commercial judgement, and the confidence to operate as a trusted advisor to senior leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic consulting environment. The successful candidate will lead the end-to-end management of complex commercial contracts, partnerships and procurement activity, while building a high-performing commercial team and embedding robust risk management and governance across the business. Key Responsibilities Commercial Contracts & Negotiation • Lead the drafting, negotiation and review of high-value and complex commercial contracts with clients, suppliers and strategic partners., • Ensure contracts are commercially robust, proportionate to risk, and aligned with BIP’s strategic and financial objectives., • Negotiate and manage collaboration and partnership agreements with third parties, alliances and strategic partners., • Oversee disputes arising from commercial contracts, advising on resolution strategies including negotiation, mediation and litigation where required., • Proactively identify, assess and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across the UK business., • Lead, manage and develop the Commercial contracts team, fostering a high-performance, collaborative and commercially focused culture., • Work closely with Legal, Finance, HR, consulting teams and Group stakeholders to embed commercial considerations into day-to-day operations and long-term strategy., • Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and governance requirements relating to commercial contracts., • IACCM Advanced Practitioner qualification (or equivalent experience)., • Extensive experience in commercial contracts, corporate and employment-related matters within a complex organisation., • Strong track record of negotiating and drafting a wide range of commercial contracts, including client, supplier and partnership agreements., • Demonstrable experience leading and developing a small commercial or contracts team., • Proven ability to identify, manage and mitigate commercial risk., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence senior leadership., • Practical, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to provide clear, actionable commercial advice., • Experience of public procurement contracting and relevant regulatory frameworks., • A senior, high-impact role within a growing and ambitious consultancy., • Opportunity to shape and lead the commercial agenda across the UK business., • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making., • A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where you can create lasting value and help shape the future of the firm.

The role: We are looking for a Senior Marketing & Business Development Manager to lead our Financial Institutions sector. Utilising deep industry expertise and a strong understanding of sector client needs, the FI Sector Lead will work alongside the FI Sector Head (partner) and the FI sector leadership team to identify ways in which we can differentiate ourselves in the FI sector through the development of a small number of integrated reputation building, relationship deepening and revenue generating programmes. The FI Sector Lead will develop, implement and execute a structured M&BD plan which integrates and aligns with the firms M&BD strategy and the global client programme objectives outlined in the firmwide business plan. They will be the key source of knowledge within the M&BD team about the work the sector does and the clients we act for. The M&BD team: Uniting the firm’s expertise to meet clients’ global needs… The Marketing and Business Development (M&BD) team at Simmons & Simmons is a diverse group of professionals, including value-adders, digital innovators, and relationship builders. We're seeking talented individuals with ambition and passion to join our high-performing team, known for its commitment to learning, growth, and excellence. Our team benefits from the expertise of seasoned professionals from leading firms and industries, under the leadership of Owen Williams, a non-lawyer who became a partner in 2022. We invest in our talent at all levels, offering extensive training programs like the 'Future Leaders' program to nurture the next generation of leaders. Our team is redefining the M&BD function by incorporating roles such as pricing and sales experts, horizon scanners, and specialists in Emerging Technology and ESG. Our innovative efforts, including the award-winning “supercharge” client program and Cross-Border Group teams, have significantly contributed to the firm's global collaboration and success in attracting top-tier clients. The Marcomms team plays a crucial role in enhancing the firm's reputation through impactful experiences and media coverage. We prioritize continuous improvement and operational excellence, adopting best practices to maintain our competitive edge and align with our vision of a Next Generation law firm. Our global M&BD team operates as 'One Team,' valuing contributions from members worldwide and fostering a culture of connection and fun. Joining us means making a definitive impact in a role that values and leverages your contributions. What will you do: • Sector insight: responsible for delivering and disseminating sector insights that can be used to deepen partner knowledge, provide high value client engagement (sparking new “touch-points” throughout the firm)., • Business planning and budget management: in consultation with the firm’s business plan and relevant sector stakeholders, prepare the FI sector business plan and oversee all elements of the FI sector BD activity to ensure alignment., • Relationships with fee earners: Build strong relationships with fee earners across the international FI sector to further the strategic objectives of the FI sector business plan., • Sector content and sales enablement tools: develop and implement the sector’s internal and external communication strategies (including digital) and then implement accordingly, ensuring best practice is observed. Development of thought leadership campaigns, liaising with the Marcomms campaigns team and the FI Sector in delivering each campaign., • Sector specific bids / pitches: project manage strategic sector bids and panel bids for sector clients (working closely with relevant client manager, practice group M&BD and the dedicated pricing team), including developing responses., • Sector calls: coordination of FI sector calls and client team calls, ensuring notes and actions are circulated to the relevant team(s) for digestion/ action. Ensuring actions are executed., • Reporting: preparing updates for the FI sector, senior management, M&BD team and others in the business on key trends and opportunities – contribute to brainstorming discussions on how we can develop the opportunities highlighted., • Sector specific events: project manage the end-to-end process of sector specific events, including in-person and virtual, ensuring follow up takes place to maximise return on investment., • Financial reporting: Owning the end-to-end process of reviewing the monthly billed fees report and open / closed matters report to identify any reclassifications between sectors and FI sub-sectors., • Cross-border and cross-practice collaboration: assessing and developing opportunities to strengthen international and cross-practice cooperation across the FI sector for business development purposes and managing the international M&BD team involved in implementing related activities., • Client listening proactively seek feedback at all levels from sector clients, to spot opportunities and threats. Support the Client Listening and Alumni Manager to deliver these initiatives, including preparing for and gathering client feedback, tracking and analysing and acting upon feedback gathered and monitoring alumni movements and activities., • Profile raising: Strengthening the firm’s reputation across the industry through the identification of speaking, sponsorships and media opportunities (in conjunction with the Marcomms team)., • Sector specific content: Overseeing the management and maintenance of all sector specific content including client facing content (website, brochures, credentials and capability statements) and intranet sites, liaising with the FI sector M&BD team and the M&BD hub as appropriate., • Team management: strong people management, and day-to-day management of assigned team members, including coaching, mentoring and identifying objectives for junior members of the team., • Client Development: management of non-programme sector clients. Support members of the FI M&BD team in harnessing best practice from the Client Programme and performing their hybrid Client Manager roles. Coach partners and associates in delivery of business development objectives as regards to the client., • Previous experience within a professional services environment desirable., • Demonstrates expert understanding of the FI sector, with marketing / sales / business development experience., • Advanced client development skills and knowledge., • Excellent client relationship management skills., • Proven-track record in working with teams to develop business and client relationships., • Previous team management / people management experience is essential., • Well-developed understanding of M&BD strategy and implementation., • Strong project management skills., • Strong budget management skills., • Ability to run strategic pitch processes., • Ability to build strong networks relevant to the development of the firm’s profile and business., • Strong commercial acumen., • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and able to influence others to support objectives., • Ability to act in a consulting / advisory role., • Positive and enthusiastic – can do attitude., • Solution orientated., • Articulate and focused., • Able to work collaboratively with others to provide a high-quality service to the firm., • Self-starter with attention to detail., • We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution., • Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences)., • We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands., • We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance, expand and differentiate the Simmons offering., • We are proud to rank as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility., • We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers., • We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture., • All UK offices have their own artwork collections – including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists., • Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families., • Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require., • Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs.

Campaign Manager Reports to: Head of Campaigns Location: Paddington, London Job type: Full Time, Permanent About Hyve We believe that when people come together, powerful things happen. Hyve Group plc connects global industry communities through unmissable events, online networking platforms, and hyper-productive meeting programmes. Our decades of experience put us at the heart of industries, and we are committed to using our influence to shape innovation and drive progress across our customer communities. Our market-leading portfolio of global brands includes Shoptalk, Spring Fair, Africa Oil Week, Bett, Mining Indaba, and Retail Meetup. At Hyve, we are driven by our values: brilliant work, fresh thinking, rich connections, and collective buzz. In practice, this means we value quality, work with passion, celebrate uniqueness, and are our best when we work together. We value a diverse team and are committed to employing individuals from all backgrounds and creating a culture based around belonging. Our hybrid working model ensures we respect our peoples’ work/life balance. Human connections are our speciality, and we offer a jam-packed calendar of social events, inclusion workshops, and professional development opportunities to make sure is always fulfilling and exciting. About you As a Campaign Manager, you will take responsibility with the creation, planning and delivery of outbound digital marketing campaigns across several brands, using marketing automation tools to optimise engagement and conversion with would-be visitors, delegates and exhibitors. This role supports specific partnership objectives and run-in collaboration with overarching goals of the individual events. You’ll ensure we work towards a growth mindset, continuously testing and learning how best to engage with our customers. You should have a natural curiosity and desire to learn and continuously improve. Working with your colleagues across the events teams, you should identify opportunities to work more efficiently. Key Responsibilities Team Management: • Develop and own the marketing automation campaign strategy for the shows you work on, ensuring alignment with business objectives and using best practice from across the NNG division., • Lead the design and execution of integrated, multi-channel campaigns that drive engagement and conversions., • Oversee segmentation, targeting, and personalization strategies to maximize campaign performance., • Manage and mentor the campaign executives, fostering growth and skill development., • Assign projects, set priorities, and ensure the timely delivery of campaigns and initiatives., • Collaborate with content, design, and sales teams to create a cohesive campaign strategy., • Support on complex automation programmes.Coach and develop Campaign Executive(s) Performance Monitoring & Reporting: • Establish KPIs and benchmarks for campaigns, regularly reviewing performance and making data-driven improvements., • Create detailed reports and dashboards for senior leadership, showcasing campaign ROI and insights., • Oversee A/B testing strategies to optimize messaging, workflows, and conversions for your shows as part of the wider framework set by the Head of Campaigns., • Optimise and recommend AI tools to improve performance and effectiveness of customer campaigns. Compliance & Best Practices: • Ensure campaigns comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations., • Define and enforce best practices for data management, email marketing, and automation workflows. Cross-Functional Collaboration: • Work closely with sales teams to optimize lead scoring, routing, and follow-up processes., • Partner with data teams to refine audience segmentation and enhance reporting capabilities. Skills & Qualifications Essential: • 5+ years of experience in marketing automation, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role., • Expert-level knowledge of marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Marketo, Pardot) and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)., • Proven ability to develop and execute complex, data-driven campaign strategies., • Strong leadership and team management skills with experience mentoring and developing junior staff., • Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and strategies., • Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders., • In-depth knowledge of email marketing best practices, deliverability, and compliance regulations and use of AI tools for enhancing campaign performance. Desirable: • Experience in B2B marketing, events, or SaaS industries., • Certification in marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot Marketing Software, Marketo Certified Expert)., • Familiarity with SQL, HTML/CSS, or other technical skills to customize campaigns., • Knowledge of AI and machine learning tools to enhance campaign automation. Ready to create unforgettable experiences? Your Hyve journey starts here-just one click away. Apply now! Please note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.

About Us As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com Your Role As the Head of Product for Client and Investor Front-End, you will serve as the internal and external Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the cross asset product landscape, driving product and technology innovation and thought leadership. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive product strategy that aligns with our business priorities while ensuring the delivery of a modern cross-asset application that will serve as a unified front-end for Alter Domus clients and their investors. In this role, you will collaborate closely with technology teams to translate product vision into actionable roadmaps, ensuring clarity in backlog management and accurate estimation of user stories. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving the product roadmap, managing sprint and release plans, and fostering a culture of collaboration to resolve challenges effectively. You will also engage with commercial and business development teams to identify and convert revenue-generating opportunities, actively participating in client interactions to understand their needs and showcase our product offerings. By leveraging competitive analysis and market insights, you will shape the product roadmap and ensure our solutions remain at the forefront of the industry. This role is crucial in improving Alter Domus client experience and strengthening our competitive position, and you will take ownership of the roadmap to deliver and monetize these services for both new and existing clients. Your expertise will help position Alter Domus as a leader in the Alternative Asset space, providing exceptional value through innovative solutions and insights that empower our clients to achieve their investment objectives. Your Responsibilities • Develop and articulate a comprehensive product strategy and vision for the Client & Investor Front-End., • Own the product roadmap delivery, driving sprint and release planning in collaboration with technology teams., • Actively collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve product-related issues., • Support commercial efforts by engaging with key clients and translating regulatory developments into actionable opportunities., • Strategic Product Development: Proven ability to develop and execute product strategies that align with market trends and address the evolving external and internal customer needs., • Driving Innovation and Differentiation Enabled by Technology: Strong passion for technology and track record of using it to deliver innovative products with material customer and commercial impact., • Analytical Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify challenges in product development and propose effective, actionable solutions that enhance product offerings., • Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in utilizing data analytics to assess product performance and identify market trends across various asset classes, driving informed strategic decisions., • Market Research Expertise: Experience in conducting comprehensive market research and investor surveys to gather insights that inform product development and enhance competitive positioning., • Knowledge of Alternative Asset Classes: Understanding of various alternative asset classes, including private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and private credit, would help enabling informed product development and strategy formulation., • Regulatory Acumen: Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance issues pertinent to alternative investments, ensuring that product offerings meet industry standards and client expectations., • Investor-Centric Focus: Strong emphasis on understanding the preferences and requirements of investors in alternative assets, facilitating the creation of tailored product solutions., • Effective Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey product strategies and performance metrics to stakeholders, including senior management and investors., • Driving Change and Engagement: As a senior leader, you will be responsible for driving change when necessary, delivering communications and directions to the team, and supporting the development and engagement of employees at all levels., • Culture of Compliance and Accountability: You will drive a culture of compliance and risk control to mitigate financial, operational, and reputational risks, while maintaining a relentless focus on cost and budget discipline., • Brand and Culture Promotion: As a director of Alter Domus, you will promote and build the Alter Domus brand and culture both internally and externally, acting as a role model to our people, clients, and customers., • Social and Environmental Responsibility: You will be accountable for ensuring that your team maintains the highest social and environmental responsibility and standards., • Transformational Leadership: Demonstrate high energy and passion for transforming the business, with a commitment to avoiding complacency and striving for success., • Intellectual Curiosity and Global Mindset: Exhibit intellectual curiosity and a global mindset, enabling effective partnerships across regions and a willingness to challenge the status quo as a change agent., • Interpersonal Skills and Influence: Possess strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build trust quickly, navigate complexity and ambiguity, and negotiate with tenacity and focus., • Resilience and Prioritization: Show resilience and composure under pressure, adept at managing competing demands and prioritizing effectively while navigating challenges with confidence., • Leadership and Team Development: Ability to lead, motivate, and delegate effectively, fostering a high-performance culture with clear accountabilities and driving cross-functional collaboration. Actively manage performance and develop a pipeline of talent, empowering the team at all levels to deliver on objectives., • Integrity and ESG Commitment: Demonstrate a strong commitment to high integrity, ethics, and the application of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices., • Chief Product Officer, • Global Product Leadership Team, • Group Leadership Team, • Chief Technology Officer and Technology Leadership Team, • Business Development, Sales Team and Relationship Management Team., • Clients & Prospective clients (C-Level down to business heads), • Regional Leaders, Directors and Senior Managers, • Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave, • Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!, • Continuous mentoring along your career progression, • Active sports, events and social committees across our offices, • 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program, • The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan

Job Title: Head of Commercial Location: London Reports to: UK Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) / Group General Counsel Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent About BIP BIP is a leading international management consultancy that supports organisations to create lasting value through strategy, transformation and innovation. With a strong entrepreneurial culture and a growing UK presence, we partner with clients across industries to tackle complex commercial, regulatory and operational challenges. At BIP, we dare to think and act differently, we create long-lasting value, we are creators of our own future, and together we go further. These values shape how we work with our clients — and with each other. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded Head of Commercial to lead our in-house commercial contracts function across the UK business. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, sound commercial judgement, and the confidence to operate as a trusted advisor to senior leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic consulting environment. The successful candidate will lead the end-to-end management of complex commercial contracts, partnerships and procurement activity, while building a high-performing commercial team and embedding robust risk management and governance across the business. Key Responsibilities Commercial Contracts & Negotiation • Lead the drafting, negotiation and review of high-value and complex commercial contracts with clients, suppliers and strategic partners., • Ensure contracts are commercially robust, proportionate to risk, and aligned with BIP’s strategic and financial objectives., • Negotiate and manage collaboration and partnership agreements with third parties, alliances and strategic partners., • Oversee disputes arising from commercial contracts, advising on resolution strategies including negotiation, mediation and litigation where required., • Proactively identify, assess and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across the UK business., • Lead, manage and develop the Commercial contracts team, fostering a high-performance, collaborative and commercially focused culture., • Work closely with Legal, Finance, HR, consulting teams and Group stakeholders to embed commercial considerations into day-to-day operations and long-term strategy., • Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and governance requirements relating to commercial contracts., • IACCM Advanced Practitioner qualification (or equivalent experience)., • Extensive experience in commercial contracts, corporate and employment-related matters within a complex organisation., • Strong track record of negotiating and drafting a wide range of commercial contracts, including client, supplier and partnership agreements., • Demonstrable experience leading and developing a small commercial or contracts team., • Proven ability to identify, manage and mitigate commercial risk., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence senior leadership., • Practical, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to provide clear, actionable commercial advice., • Experience of public procurement contracting and relevant regulatory frameworks., • A senior, high-impact role within a growing and ambitious consultancy., • Opportunity to shape and lead the commercial agenda across the UK business., • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making., • A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where you can create lasting value and help shape the future of the firm.

Are you a driven wine professional with a gift for sales, relationships, and storytelling? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where your ideas matter? If so, this is your opportunity to join Berkmann Wine Cellars, the UK’s leading family-owned wine importer and distributor — and take your career to new heights. Why Berkmann? At Berkmann Wine Cellars, we champion some of the most respected and diverse producers in the world. As a Sales Account Manager, you will not just be selling wine, you will be representing world-class producers, shaping customer experiences, and helping London’s most exciting venues bring exceptional wines to life. The Role We are looking for a commercially astute, relationship-led Sales Account Manager to drive profitable growth across London within either our Prestige or Gastro sector. This is an ambassadorial role: you will be the face of the Berkmann portfolio, developing partnerships, winning new business, supporting tastings and events, and delivering the exceptional service we are known for. What You Will Be Doing (include but not limited to) • Achieving and exceeding volume, value, and margin targets, • Growing your territory through strategic prospecting and onboarding, • Building strong, trusted relationships within the on-trade, • Acting as a confident brand ambassador across tastings, events, and activations, • Managing pricing, profitability, forecasting, and customer data, • Collaborating closely with Marketing, Logistics, Finance, and our producer partners, • Sharing market insights and customer feedback to support future planning, • Championing our portfolio and contributing to product development What We Are Looking For • Proven on-trade sales experience, • WSET Level 3 or above, • Experience with premium or luxury brands (highly advantageous), • Strong commercial and analytical skills — comfortable with P&L, pricing, and data, • A persuasive communicator with excellent negotiation skills, • Creative, proactive, resilient, and highly organised, • Confident hosting tastings and customer events, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office If you are entrepreneurial, results-driven, and passionate about wine, you will thrive here. Working Pattern This is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:30pm. However, given the nature of our clients in the hospitality sector, flexibility is essential — evening and occasional weekend work will be required to support customer needs, events, and tastings. Some activities may also involve international travel, so a valid passport is necessary. Location You will be field based but will need to live within commuting distance to central London due to the client base you will be looking after. Our head office is based in central London and there will be times when you are also expected to work from there. Why You Will Love Working With Us • Competitive salary + performance bonus, • 25 days holiday (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service and 27 days after 10 years service) + bank holidays, • Company pension, • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Contribution to dental costs, • Generous staff wine discount, • A bottle of wine on your birthday and Berkmann anniversary, • £500 referral bonus Ready to Apply? If you are excited to represent exceptional wines, grow meaningful customer relationships, and build your career with a market leader, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the link. We encourage early applications — interviews may begin before the closing date. We cannot consider your application if you do not have the legal right to work in the UK. You must also satisfy the required knowledge and experience criteria detailed above. Equal consideration will be given to all candidates, irrespective of their gender, race, disability, marital status, religion, age or sexuality. No agencies please - We thank you for your interest in working with Berkmann Wine Cellars, however, we have our own internal HR and Recruitment team who support our recruiting needs.

Owen Reed is looking for a Practice Support Manager (12 Month FTC) for a top law firm in London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading international law firm during a period of evolving and increasingly sophisticated legal service delivery. The Practice Support Manager will play a key role in managing and developing high-performing support teams aligned to specific practice groups, ensuring exceptional support to fee earners and clients. This role sits within the Practice Support Office (PSO) and reports directly to the Head of Practice Support. The Role You will be responsible for the strategic delivery, management and development of Practice Support Executives (PSEs) and aligned support teams. You will ensure support services operate at the highest standard, while driving innovation, resource optimisation and continuous improvement. There will also be hands-on involvement in providing PSE support where required. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage PSE support delivery aligned to the PSO model., • Ensure fee earner support needs are met and service standards remain consistently high., • Use data and reporting to assess resource needs, recruitment and future planning., • Partner with the Head of Practice Support to deliver new initiatives, technology pilots and ways of working., • Act as subject matter expert for support delivery within assigned practice groups., • Manage recruitment, onboarding and performance reviews for support staff., • Identify skills gaps and implement training and development plans., • Handle employee relations matters in collaboration with HR and senior stakeholders., • Promote best practice, collaboration and consistency across teams., • Build strong relationships with Partners, fee earners and business services teams., • Proven experience managing teams within a legal or professional services environment., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire teams., • Experience leading change and implementing new ways of working., • Confident using data, reporting tools and technology to drive efficiency., • Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills., • Highly professional, proactive and confident handling complex situations., • Strong attention to detail and quality control mindset., • Flexible to work outside contractual hours when required., • Knowledge of HR policies is advantageous., • Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a similar managerial support role.

We are partnered with a long-established, family-owned business with a diverse property portfolio, seeking its first Estate Manager. This newly created role offers the opportunity to work closely with the owners, in-house teams, and trusted external advisers to manage and enhance a varied portfolio including multi-site retail, hospitality, commercial, and residential assets. The role will be based in the NW London head office, with some travel required. What You'll Do: • Oversee day-to-day estate management across retail, hospitality, commercial, and residential properties., • Liaise with operations, maintenance, finance, and legal teams on property matters., • Support lease renewals, rent reviews, and landlord/tenant issues in collaboration with external advisers., • Assist with repairs, maintenance, refurbishments, and new-build projects., • Review service charge budgets, reconciliations, and property cost forecasting., • Identify asset management and value-add opportunities., • Contribute to future acquisitions for candidates with interest., • Maintain landlord relationships and ensure compliance., • RICS qualified, MRICS preferred however not essential with right commercial property experience., • Strong commercial estate management experience., • Knowledge of lease renewals, rent reviews, landlord/tenant matters and liaison with external consultants., • Familiarity with repairs, maintenance, and construction processes., • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills., • Comfortable working in a family business/family office environment, • Competitive salary plus bonus., • Long-term career opportunity in a respected family-owned business., • Broad exposure across the property lifecycle with scope to grow into acquisitions and strategic development. Ready to take the next step? If you're looking for a hands-on role with variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing family business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out to Lucy Wynn on 07355 688 655 or for a confidential conversation. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

At Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets (MRS-GM), it is our ambition to become the leading Primary Specialty Insurance provider, underpinned by an effective and adaptable strategy, superior products and industry leaders working in a supportive environment to achieve this. At the heart of our success is a strong culture where people are encouraged to be present, bold and curious, allowing them to achieve their individual goals. Please see our website for more information. Compliance Manager We are looking for a Compliance Manager to join our London City Office onsite 2-3 days per week for a 6 month fixed term contract. You will assist in making appropriate arrangements for compliance activities throughout the organisation to meet Solvency II, FCA, PRA, Lloyd’s and other applicable regulatory standards. You’ll act as the function lead to provide Compliance oversight, support and challenge to MRSG Appointed Representatives, and other key third parties, working with subject matter experts within the Risk & Compliance function as appropriate. Responsibilities • Ensure on-going compliance with the requirements of Lloyd’s, FCA, PRA, CBI, other relevant regulators, and Munich Re Group as required in conjunction with the Head of Compliance Advisory, • Act as the department lead for oversight, ensuring awareness of Group & regulatory requirements, being the point of contact for the escalation and reporting of any issues or events and provision of support where required, • Provide Compliance support to MRSG management and other internal stakeholders in respect of key third parties and ARs., • Help to identify, and mitigate exposure to regulatory risk, this will include notifying and reporting and evaluating their impact on partners., • Work collaboratively with the business, legal risk and compliance team members to ensure the best outcomes to resolve issues are implemented., • Act as the function lead in ensuring policies and procedures meet all regulatory requirements in respect of oversight of ARs, introducers and Introducer ARs, including documenting annual regulatory required assessments., • Provide training and mentoring support to junior members of the function., • Where necessary assist the Compliance Conduct Risk Manager in providing oversight and support to the Delegated Authority team in understanding regulatory requirements., • Support the Delegated Authority team in defining requirements to provide oversight to any Ars wishing to hold DUA arrangements with MRSG entities, including detailed risk assessments., • Manage own workload to ensure internal and external deadlines are met, to agree any extensions with the Head of Compliance Advisory and/or Director of Risk and Compliance and to provide clear status updates on the progress of work and or status of issues., • Attend Committee meetings/forums as and when requested and to take minutes of the meetings accordingly., • Assist the Head of Compliance Advisory in alerting the Boards of any regulatory issues or concerns with projects or other subject matter areas, • Support in the review of applicable new and existing external and internal / Group requirements and ensure measures are put in place to comply and processes and procedures updated as necessary., • Be involved in the periodic review and update of practices and procedures for MRSG entities, • Help drive forward good Conduct for the business to deliver the best outcomes for customers / policyholders., • Relevant insurer experience working in a compliance /regulatory role, ideally experience working in both insurer and intermediaries, • Relevant degree or equivalent / ACII qualification or working towards one or qualified by suitable experience in similar roles., • Knowledge/experience of working in the Lloyd’s market, • Understanding of current regulatory environment., • Understanding of the work of the other departments within an insurance organisation., • Technical insurance knowledge in order to be able to question and challenge syndicate and intermediary staff., • Experience of undertaking compliance based reviews on systems and controls., • Experience of providing oversight to Appointed Representatives, third parties or DUA arrangements., • Excellent understanding of FCA Conduct Risk requirements. #BePresent #BeBold #BeCurious

ABOUT ZENOBE Our mission is to make clean power accessible. We are passionate about making a positive impact on communities and the environment where we work. We’re designing, financing, building and operating the world’s most sophisticated battery systems to enable the take up of more renewable power, electrifying fleets for cleaner air, and providing clean, portable power including repurposed electric vehicle batteries. Our proprietary software and data analysis optimises operational performance for our customers to reduce emissions and costs. Since we began in 2017, we’ve raised over £2.7 billion in debt and equity funding and transformed it into >1.2GW of grid-connected batteries live or under contract and c.3,400 electric vehicles supported. We have operations in the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the US and Canada, with a global headquarters in London. We’re the leading owner and operator of battery storage in the UK, supporting the National Grid with the uptake of renewable power. We also work with c.90% of the UK's major bus companies, powering 25% of the UK e-bus market. We’re also the number one owner and operator of e-buses in Australia and New Zealand, and are quickly expanding into light commercial vehicles and trucks. Our rapidly growing company is looking for highly talented and motivated people to join us. THE OPPORTUNITY As the Head of Health, Safety, Security & Environment, you will lead Zenobe’s global HSSE strategy, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, investor, insurance, and customer requirements across all markets. This role requires a strategic leader who can drive continuous improvement, manage compliance across multiple international jurisdictions, and embed a strong HSSE culture throughout the business. You will play a critical role in supporting Zenobe’s expansion into new markets while maintaining high standards of safety, health, environmental responsibility, across all operations. A TASTE OF THE DAY TO DAY • Develop and implement a global HSSE strategy, ensuring compliance in all operating regions (UK, USA, Australia & New Zealand, Canada & Germany)., • Maintain and uphold compliance with legal, regulatory, investor, insurance, and customer requirements related to HSSE across all regions., • Lead HSSE governance and integrate best practices across the business, ensuring alignment with international standards., • Work alongside the COO, Director of Delivery, and Director of Asset Management to define and oversee internal audit requirements, policies, and processes., • Establish, monitor, and manage HSSE KPIs, ensuring performance is continuously improved through collaboration with operational teams., • Ensure that Zenobe maintains compliance with relevant ISO standards in the UK and aligns with the equivalent regulations in all other operating regions. Collaborate with third-party specialists to adapt processes for local compliance., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, working closely with delivery and operational leads to enhance safety, environmental sustainability, and security performance., • Develop and implement security protocols and procedures to protect personnel, assets, and information across all operational regions. Including Crisis Management, physical security risks and compliance against security-related regulations., • Oversee the investigation of accidents, incidents, and dangerous occurrences, ensuring lessons are learned, communicated, and preventative measures are implemented across the business., • Conduct regular on-site audits and support for projects in both delivery and live operation phases, ensuring HSSE standards are upheld globally., • Provide leadership and advisory support on CDM regulations and manage Principal Contractor and Principal Designer appointments across the portfolio., • Manage third-party HSSE consultants and advisors, ensuring effective oversight and strategic alignment., • 10+ years of experience in HSSE leadership roles within construction, operations, or energy sectors, with experience managing international compliance., • Proven track record of developing and implementing global HSSE strategies and frameworks., • Strong understanding of international HSSE regulations, including CDM 2015 (UK) and equivalent standards in other markets., • Experience working with ISO management systems and ensuring compliance with multiple country-specific regulations., • A strategic mindset with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive cultural change., • A hands-on, collaborative leadership style, with excellent coaching and training skills., • Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis to support regional teams and conduct on-site audits., • Degree in a relevant discipline (Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field)., • Environmental Management System Qualification (e.g., ISO 14001 Lead Auditor, IEMA)., • Up to 33% annual bonus for being awesome, • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, • Private Medical Insurance, • £1,500 training budget per year, to ensure you grow as we do, • EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme, • Pension scheme, up to 8% matched contributions, • Enhanced parental leave, • Cash back health plan

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together! British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel UK&I in London, Chiswick The role is expected to support the Head of Legal with the provision of strategic leadership and robust advice on all legal matters in UK&I. The job holder will provide the business with quality commercial and legal advice, guidance, leadership and support; consistently manage and ensure that commercial issues are addressed and legal risks are minimised; ensuring legislative and internal standards and principles compliance; provide legislative guidance and support to the company’s regulatory efforts; see opportunities for improved ways or working and actively participate in problem-solving and decision-making in all areas of the business, enabling the business to achieve its strategic and company plan objectives. Your Key Responsibilities Will Include • Support the Head of Legal with the strategic leadership of legal matters in UK&I. Provide legal advice across the End Market/Cluster (UK&I) to ensure compliance with all applicable regulation and BAT policies and procedures, ensuring that decisions are taken in accordance with the Group's policies and guidelines, and that all appropriate Legal and reputational considerations and options are factored in., • Support the effective deployment of Global, Regional, and Area Legal strategies in the UK&I End Market/Cluster. This includes managing law firms and other third-party suppliers., • Contribute to the realisation of the company’s vision and strategies., • Proactively seek opportunities to improve efficiencies and ways of working, and propose innovative solutions to address the same., • Support the effective management of all compliance risks (competition law, anti-bribery, GDPR etc.) and embed the Group’s compliance strategy including policies and procedures, processes, risk assessment, monitoring, training, and communication in the End Market/Cluster (UK&I)., • Protect the commercial interests and corporate reputation of the business to ensure sustainability., • Support the effective management of commercial and strategic litigation in collaboration with the central litigation team and eliminate or minimise potentially significant financial and reputational consequences., • Provide strategic counselling to the business regarding marketing activities and general corporate and commercial matters such as commercial agreements, trading and distribution agreements, services agreements etc., • Qualified Lawyer (licensed to practise in the UK) with 2+ years’ PQE in commercial and corporate practice (either in-house or in private practice), with a proven track record of advising on legal and regulatory matters., • Experience in counselling clients or businesses on a wide range of general commercial issues, preferably in a regulated industry, • Strong stakeholder management skills, and ability to plan, anticipate and manage priorities to optimise output and improve the efficiency of commercial solutions., • Ability to influence and foster buy-in from people at senior management levels and across peers and juniors., • Highly articulate confident individual with excellent written communication, presentational and drafting skills., • Capable of communicating fluently in written and spoken English., • Hands-on, adaptable and pro-active attitude, sound commercial judgement and with an ability to work under pressure and to cope with unexpected and varied demands., • Experience working with legal regulatory frameworks is strongly preferred e.g., within Tobacco, Food, Pharma or FMCG, • We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility), • Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives., • Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here., • You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.

Are you ready to shape the future of structured finance in a global risk transfer environment? Join our dynamic Credit & Surety team in London and leverage your expertise to create innovative financial solutions that make a real impact. About The Role As a Senior Structurer, you will drive complex structured finance and portfolio transactions across diverse sectors including corporate finance, project and infrastructure finance, and trade finance. You'll navigate global markets while building and maintaining valuable relationships with our established client and broker network to source new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities • Lead transaction execution by conducting thorough due diligence, including review of legal documentation, financial modelling, financial statements assessment and sector research, • Develop and present credit memoranda addressed to senior management, • Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, compliance and risk management teams to ensure transactions meet organizational standards and guidelines, • Monitor and manage transactions post-closing, • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Engineering or similar field, • At least 7 years' experience with a bank or other financial institution in structured finance or corporate finance, • Excellent understanding of assessing credit obligors across a wide range of industries and structures, • Strong presentation skills with an ability to articulate clearly and concisely the aspects of complex transactions, • Ability to evaluate and take a position on transactions and defend views, • Experience in insurance-linked securities or risk transfer mechanisms, • An inclusive team player approach with "hands on" attitude, • the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role,