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The Company Childsplay Clothing is a leading independent retailer of luxury designer childrenswear, proudly operating from the UK with a global customer base spanning the USA, Middle East, and Asia. Our dynamic and fashion-forward e-commerce platform is widely regarded as one of the most innovative in the industry, supported by a fully integrated Head Office and Distribution Centre in Dagenham, which forms the operational heart of the business and enables us to deliver a global service. With over 30 years of heritage, Childsplay has built a highly skilled and dedicated team, driving a clear vision to remain at the forefront of the luxury childrenswear market. Role Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join our growing team. This is a commercially focused and strategically important role, responsible for shaping and delivering a compelling luxury childrenswear offer across apparel, footwear, and accessories. You will work closely with senior leadership to define range direction, strengthen brand partnerships, and drive performance across a fast-moving global business. Key Responsibilities • Curate seasonal collections across top tier luxury and premium brands., • Influence the buying strategy, ensuring ranges are commercially strong, brand-aligned, and customer-led, • Analyse sales performance, margin, and stock levels to drive trading decisions and maximise profitability, • Identify emerging trends, customer behaviours, and market opportunities, translating insight into actionable product direction, • Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with leading international luxury brands and suppliers, • Negotiate with brand partners to secure commercial terms, exclusives, and key product opportunities, • Drive brand performance by understanding individual strengths and strategically maximising their potential within the range, • Work closely with Merchandising to optimise stock levels, intake planning, and in-season trading actions, • Partner with Marketing to influence product storytelling, campaigns, and key seasonal initiatives, • Contribute to buying strategy meetings, range reviews, and seasonal planning processes, • Manage and support a high-performing buying team, setting clear standards, direction, and accountability, • Attend UK and international trade shows and buying appointments to source and develop new product opportunities, • Collaborate with wider teams to ensure alignment and successful delivery of business objectives About You (Skills & Experience) • Proven experience in a Buyer or Senior Buyer role within luxury or premium fashion, ideally across childrenswear, apparel, footwear, and accessories, • Strong commercial awareness with a proven ability to build high-performing ranges that maximise sales and margin, • Highly analytical, with the ability to interpret trading data, identify opportunities, and confidently forecast trends, • Excellent negotiation, influencing, and networking skills, with the confidence to challenge and engage stakeholders at all levels, • Strong brand awareness, with the ability to understand individual brand strengths and leverage them effectively, • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain successful supplier relationships, while identifying and onboarding new brand partners, • A confident and clear communicator, able to articulate product vision and business strategy both internally and externally, • Experience collaborating cross-functionally, particularly with Merchandising and Marketing teams, • Proven leadership capability, with experience motivating, developing, and setting high standards within a team, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, • Resilient and decisive, with the ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines, • Proficient in Excel and experienced in using buying system What This Role Offers • Influencing product direction and buying strategy, • Direct influence on brand partnerships and range composition, • Exposure to leading international luxury brands, • A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with growth momentum, • The opportunity to shape a key part of a global e-commerce business

Matchroom Multi Sport and the World Nineball Tour (WNT) continues to grow rapidly, expanding its brand and global reach. We are looking to hire a Junior Social Media Executive to support content creation, channel growth, and on-site media delivery at live events. Responsibilities • Daily management and posting across Matchroom Pool social channels., • Creation of short-form video, reels, TikToks, and behind-the-scenes content., • Assisting in live coverage of WNT event, including photography, video capture, and graphic support., • Monitoring analytics, reporting on channel performance, and identifying growth opportunities., • Supporting sponsor activations and digital deliverables., • Assisting with marketing on socials to drive ticket sales., • Management of CEO social channels as an arm of the WNT/Multi Sport promotional platforms. Qualifications & Skills Essential • Degree (or equivalent experience) in Marketing, Media, Communications, Journalism, or a related field., • Demonstrable experience managing or creating content for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, Facebook)., • Strong understanding of social media trends, algorithms, and best practices for sports content., • Proficiency in short-form video creation and editing (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut, or similar)., • Basic graphic design skills (Photoshop, Canva, Illustrator, or similar)., • Excellent written communication, with the ability to write engaging, on-brand captions and copy., • Strong organisational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Flexibility to travel internationally and work unsociable hours during live events., • Basic understanding of marketing across social media and the tools within them., • Full UK driving licence Desirable • Experience working in live sports, entertainment, or events industries., • Knowledge of pool, snooker, or other cue sports., • Experience using social media analytics tools (Meta Business Suite, TikTok Analytics, YouTube Studio, etc.)., • Understanding of influencer and community engagement strategies., • Previous involvement in sponsor activation or branded content creation. Personal Attributes • Passionate about sports and storytelling., • Creative mindset with attention to detail., • Proactive, adaptable, and a team player., • Willingness to learn and develop within the role. Other Details • Suitable for a recent university graduate., • Candidattes should live within easily commuting distance of the Matchroom Head Office in Brentwood, Essex (Cm14 5LJ). If you require any further information please get in touch,

Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 35 hours Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week) Application process: Please apply via the application button which will direct you to our careers site. If you require any adjustments to assist you in applying, please contact At Nottingham Building Society our talent acquisition approach is rooted in openness and inclusive hiring, so even if you dont feel you tick every box, wed still genuinely love to hear from you. Take the helm of the entire marketing engine at Nottingham Building Society and shape the future of an ambitious, purpose driven brand. You will set the vision for growth, customer value and marketing impact, transforming bold commercial goals into powerful marketing outcomes. Leading expert channel teams and cross functional collaborators, you will modernise marketing with cutting edge data, AI, personalisation and seamless omnichannel experiences. Poised as the successor to the CMO, you will operate with enterprise-wide influence, creative courage and sharp commercial instinct, building a high performing, future fit marketing organisation that drives revenue, margin and long term growth. This is your opportunity to define what great looks like and elevate NBS to its next era. Heres a taste of what you will be doing as a Head of Marketing at Nottingham Building Society: • Enterprise & Commercial Leadership Own the marketing strategy, investment decisions and commercial outcomes, influencing product, pricing and distribution through insight., • Growth & Performance Deliver full funnel growth across all channels, ensuring activity drives acquisition, engagement, loyalty and commercial value., • Brand & Creativity Lead brand positioning and governance while driving creative excellence and insight led storytelling., • Customer & Brand Advocacy Represent marketing priorities at senior forums and shape enterprise wide strategy., • Data, Digital & AI Capability Build future fit capability across first party data, AI, automation, personalisation and connected omnichannel experiences., • Measurement & Optimisation Set the measurement framework and performance rhythms to enable real time optimisation and clear ROI., • Matrix & People Leadership Lead and develop a high performing team, aligning channel experts and partners behind shared goals., • Strategic & Commercial Acumen Skilled in enterprise level strategy, value creation, P&L drivers, investment allocation and ROI., • Marketing Excellence Deep expertise in, proposition development, go to market launches, full funnel growth, CRM and lifecycle marketing., • Data, Digital & AI Fluency Strong command of first party data strategy, segmentation, experimentation and AI or automation for personalisation and optimisation., • Matrix & Executive Leadership Confident influencing at Exec level, aligning cross functional teams, setting clear measures and driving accountability., • Creative & Storytelling Leadership Able to lead distinctive brand building, insight driven storytelling and high craft creative standards., • Change & Transformation Capability Experienced in operating model redesign, capability building and improving processes and governance., • Proven Track Record Led multi-disciplinary marketing teams in regulated industries, delivered brand evolution, built always on data driven marketing, influenced ExCo or Board, and grown talent., • Competitive Package : Fair salary benchmarked against market data, annual discretionary bonus, car allowance and 29 days holiday plus bank holidays., • Health & Wellbeing : Access to Bupa Private Medical , mental health first aiders, and a suite of wellbeing resources to support you inside and outside of work., • Work-Life Balance : 35-hour working week for full-time roles, with flexibility to help you perform at your best., • Career Growth : Ongoing personal and professional development, well support your ambitions and help you grow your potential., • Inclusive Culture : Be part of a friendly, values-led team that genuinely cares about doing the right thing for colleagues and customers., • Giving Back : Use two paid volunteering days each year to support causes close to your heart, through our Samuel Fox Foundation., • Sustainability Focus : Join a business committed to reducing its carbon footprint and making a positive impact on the environment. We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers. Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers. We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community. We are a mutual, which means we dont have shareholders. Instead, were owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and well, you. So, were always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.

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Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Family Law to lead their growing team in Romford, East London. The department handles a full spectrum of family law matters, including private family cases and public law proceedings such as care work representing both children and parents. The Role This senior role is ideal for a proactive and strategically minded solicitor who can lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team while maintaining their own client caseload. You will be responsible for shaping the department’s direction, ensuring consistent high-quality service, and driving business development across both private and public family law matters. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the family law team, providing guidance, supervision, and mentoring to solicitors and support staff • Oversee complex caseloads in both private and public law, including care proceedings, divorce, financial settlements, and children matters • Ensure the department operates efficiently, meets regulatory and compliance standards, and maintains exceptional client service • Develop and implement business development strategies, including client retention, referral networks, and marketing initiatives • Monitor departmental performance, fee generation, and profitability against agreed targets • Maintain hands-on involvement in high-value or sensitive cases to lead by example • Support training, professional development, and succession planning within the team The Candidate • Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE in family law, with experience across private and public law • Proven leadership experience, ideally managing a team of solicitors or fee earners • Exceptional advocacy, drafting, and technical legal skills • Strong commercial acumen with experience meeting financial and business development targets • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills • Confident managing sensitive and complex client matters, including high-profile care proceedings • Ability to drive a positive team culture, motivate colleagues, and implement best practice Benefits • Leadership position with autonomy and influence over the department • Opportunity to work on complex, high-value family law matters • Supportive and collaborative senior management environment • Career development and long-term progression opportunities Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful

Job title Business Development Manager Location: Hybrid – one day at head office in Berkshire home working, travel to sites in Kent, Essex & London Salary: Basic salary £45k OTE £75k Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm Why Join? My client is a leading commercial cleaning company, committed to providing over 400 customers with an excellent cleaning service at a competitive price. Established in 1999, they provide a professional, fully comprehensive cleaning provision across Southern England in sectors that include schools, offices, medical and leisure facilities. Despite our fast growth, we still care about every customer, every contract and every member of staff. They pride ourselves on our attention to detail and delivery of a thorough, reliable high-quality service. The Opportunity Reporting to the Head of Sales & Marketing, they are looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to join their expanding sales team and drive their growth even further. Your primary focus will be to build a solid pipeline of new business, establishing strong relationships with prospective clients, assisting our continued expansion. What You’ll Be Doing • Prospecting & Business Development: Spend two days a week identifying and targeting new business opportunities, • Appointments & Leads: Book a set number of qualified appointments each week, with a focus on specific geographic areas, • Lead Management: In addition to individual prospecting efforts, the company generated a significant number of inbound leads last year (circa £2.5m per BDM) which you would need to qualify and book, • Customer Site Visits: Travel to customer locations to attend meetings, survey buildings, and provide tailored quotes for cleaning services, • Negotiation & Objection Handling: Navigate objections and negotiate pricing effectively, • Relationship Building: Build lasting business relationships, managing the sales process from lead to close, • Market Insight: Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities, • Collaboration: Work closely with our operations team to ensure smooth contract transitions and successful mobilisation, • Sales Maximisation: Undertake other tasks to optimise sales revenue and achieve targets. About you They are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager (preferably in the cleaning/FM sector) who thrives on challenge and enjoys the satisfaction of closing high-value deals. You will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, Self-drive and tenacity to pursue new opportunities and possess an ability to work well as part of a team What You’ll Need • A solid background in direct sales (experience in cleaning or similar industries is a plus), • Experience of selling a service (preferably in the cleaning/FM industry), • Proven success selling contracts valued at £1.5m+ annually (80% inbound leads), • A proven track record in prospecting and closing deals, • Experience in the education or medical sectors would be an advantage, but not essential, • A valid UK driver’s license, • The right to work in the UK and satisfactory references What they can offer you Flexibility in work hours and location (average of 1 day in the office, 4 days working from home/out in the field) Company vehicle or mileage allowance iPad, laptop and Company mobile phone Competitive salary with an attractive commission structure Up to 27 days’ annual leave (depending on length of service) NEST pension scheme Opportunities for training, professional development and career progression Quarterly employee recognition awards A friendly and inclusive working culture Regular team events and employee perks Free parking and refreshments when in the office An inclusive, equal opportunities workplace where diversity is valued and everyone is welcome Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers. Please view our latest jobs on our website and follow us on Linkedin and Twitter. We do try to reply to each application personally, however as we receive a high number of applications for each role, we handle it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest