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Head of OperationsRole Purpose Lead end-to-end operations across a precision multi-axis CNC machining business to deliver Right First Time quality, industry-leading OTIF performance, and competitive cost. The Head of Operations owns the production system—from sales handover and planning through machining, special processes/sub-contract management, assembly, inspection, and despatch—driving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people development in line with growth strategy across Aerospace, Defence, and Industrial sectors.Key Responsibilities 1) Safety, Compliance & Governance • Champion a zero-harm culture; ensure full compliance with UK HSE legislation and customer/prime contractor requirements., • Maintain and continuously improve certifications (e.g., AS9100 Rev D / ISO 9001); ensure robust change control, risk management, PPAP/FAI and control of special processes., • Ensure Defence sector compliance where applicable (e.g., export controls/ITAR awareness, custody of controlled data, visitor control, Cyber Essentials practices). 2) Operational Leadership & Execution, • Own the daily/weekly production plan, capacity loading, and S&OP alignment; deliver confirmed customer promise dates and >95% OTIF., • Lead multi-axis machining operations (3, 4, 5-axis milling; mill-turn; turning centres), programming workflow (CAM), setup optimisation, tool management, and robust first-off approvals., • Oversee NPI/industrialisation: process routing, work instructions, PFMEA/Control Plans, tooling/fixturing design sign-off, and Capability Studies (Cp/Cpk)., • Manage subcontract/special processes (e.g., heat treatment, anodising, passivation, coatings, NDT) to specification and lead time., • Drive Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and asset care to maximise OEE and uptime; approve capex for new machines, automation, and metrology. 3) Quality & Continuous Improvement, • Own quality KPIs (PPM, scrap, rework, concessions) and drive Right First Time culture using Lean/Six Sigma tools (5S, VSM, SMED, Poka Yoke, Statistical Process Control)., • Ensure robust metrology and inspection (CMM programming, GD&T interpretation, calibration control) and effective MRB/8D problem solving., • Introduce standard work, visual management, and tiered daily management to stabilise and continuously improve flow.Required Experience & Qualifications, • Significant senior operations leadership in precision CNC machining (multi-axis milling and turning) for Aerospace/Defence environments., • Proven track record delivering AS9100 Rev D compliant operations, customer audits, and NPI/FAI through to stable serial production., • Expertise in Lean/Six Sigma with measurable improvements in OEE, lead time, and cost (Green Belt or higher preferred)., • Strong working knowledge of GD&T, CMM/inspection techniques, SPC, PFMEA/Control Plans, and special process controls., • Hands-on competence with ERP/MRP systems and finite capacity scheduling., • Commercial acumen in cost modelling, make/buy, and supplier development., • Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills across shop floor to boardroom., • Desirable: Degree/HNC in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent), IOSH/NEBOSH, ASQ certification, experience with automation/robotic tending and digital manufacturing.Competencies & Behaviours, • Strategic Operator: Can convert growth strategy into a resourced, staged operating plan., • Data Driven: Uses facts, SPC, and financials to prioritise and sustain improvements., • Decisive & Hands On: Comfortable on the shop floor and in the boardroom; leads by example., • Customer Focused: Anticipates needs of primes/Tier 1s; proactive communication and recovery planning., • Continuous Improvement Mindset: Relentless on stability, flow, and waste elimination.What We Offer, • Opportunity to shape and scale a high-precision operation serving mission-critical sectors., • Investment mindset: modern machine tools, metrology, and CI programmes., • Highly competitive package commensurate with experience, plus performance bonus tied to SQDCP outcomes.

We are working exclusively with our client to find a Remote Founding AE / GTM Lead. About: We’re partnering with a profitable and VC-backed workforce learning platform, helping organisations align employee development, capability building, and workforce transformation at scale. Having initially grown through inbound demand, referrals, and founder-led selling, the business has built a strong customer base across technology, gaming, and consumer sectors, supporting globally recognised enterprise brands. Following a major product evolution over the last 18 months, the company is repositioning itself around AI-enabled workforce capability, learning governance, and organisational transformation. As part of this next phase, they are hiring a Founding Account Executive to help shape the business's future commercial engine. This is a highly entrepreneurial opportunity to work directly alongside founders and leadership to build outbound motion, refine market positioning, and help scale a modern enterprise GTM function from the ground up. Key Highlights: • Profitable and well-capitalised business with ~£4m ARR and a lean team of ~13 employees, having spent the last 18 months focused on product evolution, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability., • Trusted by globally recognised brands including Microsoft Gaming, Activision, Epic Games, Ocado, and Flutter, with ~55 customers today and ~24 customers contributing ~£2.4m ARR across the core enterprise customer base., • Highly credible and entrepreneurial leadership team, with the founder personally responsible for closing several of the company’s largest £200k+ ARR deals through deep relationships across the HR and People ecosystem. The right person will have the opportunity to leverage this network directly as part of the sales process., • Leadership has successfully navigated a major strategic reset over the last two years, including rebuilding the product narrative, implementing AI internally to drive operational efficiency and profitability, and repositioning the platform around workforce capability and organisational transformation., • Strong customer ROI centred around reducing reliance on large internal L&D teams, improving governance and visibility around learning spend, enabling more purposeful employee development, and increasing utilisation and effectiveness of learning budgets., • Significant product evolution underway, repositioning the business from a traditional learning marketplace toward an AI-enabled workforce capability and organisational transformation platform aligned to broader AI adoption and future-of-work trends., • Founding AE opportunity with genuine influence across outbound strategy, market positioning, sales process creation, and broader GTM development, with clear progression toward future Head of Sales responsibility based on performance and impact., • Culture built around trust, integrity, adaptability, entrepreneurial thinking, and long-term relationship building, with leadership valuing initiative and strategic contribution over transactional sales behaviour. Role: • Owning and executing the full sales cycle end-to-end across mid-market and enterprise organisations, from outbound prospecting and discovery through to negotiation, close, and strategic account growth., • Building outbound pipeline from scratch through a combination of creative prospecting, relationship-led engagement, referrals, LinkedIn, events, networking, and founder network leverage., • Running highly consultative discovery conversations with HR, People, Learning, Transformation, and wider executive stakeholders around workforce capability, AI adoption, organisational effectiveness, and digital transformation., • Positioning the platform beyond traditional L&D software by leading strategic conversations around workforce development, capability alignment, learning governance, and future-of-work transformation., • Working closely with founders and leadership to shape market narrative, refine ICP positioning, test outbound messaging, and evolve the broader GTM strategy., • Collaborating closely with customer success and leadership to ensure strong customer fit, successful onboarding, retention, and long-term expansion opportunities., • Helping introduce greater structure, process, and repeatability into the commercial function whilst maintaining the agility and adaptability of a founder-led business., • Feeding market insight, customer feedback, and evolving buyer trends back into leadership discussions and product direction as the business continues to evolve., • Operating with high levels of autonomy, accountability, and strategic responsibility within a lean, fast-moving environment where execution and initiative are highly visible. Responsibilities: • Experience closing new business within a consultative B2B sales environment, ideally selling into mid-market or enterprise organisations., • Comfortable owning the full sales cycle end-to-end, from outbound prospecting and discovery through to negotiation and close., • Strong outbound capability across cold outreach, LinkedIn, networking, referrals, events, and creative account engagement strategies., • Commercially credible and confident leading strategic business conversations with senior stakeholders across HR, People, Learning, Transformation, Operations, and wider executive functions., • Highly entrepreneurial, self-directed, and comfortable operating in an environment where GTM processes, structure, and playbooks are still evolving., • Able to build pipeline independently and think creatively around account engagement, commercial opportunities, and routes to market rather than relying heavily on inbound lead flow or structured SDR support., • AI-led in their approach to sales and commercial execution, proactively leveraging AI and modern GTM tooling to maximise efficiency, improve workflow, enhance prospecting quality, and scale personal output., • Curious and adaptable, with a genuine interest in AI, workforce transformation, the future of work, and how technology is reshaping organisational development., • Strong organisational discipline across pipeline management, forecasting, stakeholder coordination, and deal progression., • Coachable, resilient, and collaborative, with the maturity to work closely alongside founders and senior leadership in a lean, high-accountability environment. Benefits: • £90k - £100k base x 2 OTE, • Fully remote working, with occasional team & client meetings in London, • 25 days holiday leave (+ bank holidays), plus additional time off for birthdays, life events, and religious leave, • Generous learning budget through the Learnerbly platform, and extensive learning leave, • Company pension plan and matched contributions, • Healthcare cash plan, • Enhanced parental leave

The main purpose of this Head of Sales role is leading and overseeing the commercial and sales operations of the UK subsidiary, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business objectives and growth strategy. For more information on our Head of Sales role, please contact Abby in the Att

Your new companyYou will be joining a large, purpose-led organisation operating at scale across the UK, delivering essential services to a significant and diverse customer base. With a strong focus on reinvesting into its operations and improving outcomes, the business combines commercial discipline with long-term strategic thinking. Following a recent restructure within finance, the organisation is strengthening its partnering and performance capability by creating a more defined separation between reporting and commercial insight. This hire is a key part of that evolution, offering the opportunity to join during a period of transformation and help shape how finance supports the wider business.Your new roleAs Senior Finance Partner, you will take on a highly visible leadership position within the finance function, acting as the head of service for your area and owning both the strategic and operational delivery of finance partnering. This is a 12-month fixed-term role with strong potential for extension or permanency depending on business needs. Reporting into a Head of Finance Partnering & Performance, you will sit within a developing structure that includes Finance Partners and junior finance staff, with responsibility for both delivery and people leadership.Your core responsibilities will include: • Leading business partnering activity across your function, providing meaningful financial in...

Job Title Junior Buyer Salary £30,000 - £32,000 + benefits Location Rochdale, Greater Manchester Site-based role with some flexibility where needed About the business The company is a long-established engineering and manufacturing business supplying precision engineered solutions to customers across multiple industries. The business combines strong technical capability with a practical, hands-on approach to manufacturing and supply chain management. This role sits within the Operations team and reports directly to the Head of Planning and Supply Chain. The Role This is a hands-on buying role supporting production across a busy manufacturing environment. You’ll work closely with suppliers, engineering, production, finance, and quality teams to make sure materials and services arrive on time, at the right cost, and to the required standard. Key responsibilities include: Manage supplier pricing, lead times, and purchasing activity Raise and process purchase orders within SAP Expedite orders where required Support supplier negotiations on cost, lead times, and payment terms Identify new suppliers and outsourcing opportunities Support engineering and production teams with new product and cost reduction projects Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality issues Maintain supplier records and documentation * Support preparation work ahea...

We are now looking for a highly analytical and organised Resource Planner to join our Contact Centre operation. Experience within resource planning, workforce management, or contact centre operations. Reporting to the Head of Resource Planning, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing

Are you an experienced Dispatch Coordinator, who is looking to work in a fast paced, global, market leading company? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Dispatch Coordinator to join our site-based Operations team at our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester. The Dispatch Coordinator role overview: Collaborate closely with the Dispatch Supervisor to optimise workflows and ensure timely production delivery. Providing daily support to our dispatch and stores leadership teams. Responsibilities of our Dispatch Coordinator: Actively adhere to all company health and safety protocols and compliance regulations to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and the team Managing product flows across the shopfloor to ensure that orders are being completed as scheduled Assist the stores team leader with managing stock and spares requirements, while actively coordinating and tracking internal stock movements to maintain total inventory accuracy Supporting the dispatch supervisor in the day-to-day role of ensuring products are shipped to customers Ensure that the shopfloor is being kept tidy and organised Providing holiday cover for both the Assistant Production Manager and the Dispatch Supervisor during peak periods Essential Skills & Experience: 1-year minimum experience of working in a similar environment A valid FLT Licence Knowledge of Warehouse Management System(s), with Lean and software tools Confident in use of Microsoft tools, excel and word Confidence in liaising with suppliers, couriers and internal customers Knowledge of production schedule Experience working with production schedules and stock control systems Your Package & Perks: A competitive salary Flexible working hours 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave & pay Enhanced Pension Contribution Healthcare Insurance (including dental) Wellbeing support Life Insurance Income Protection Insurance Educational Sponsorship Onsite electric car charging points Free secure parking Cycle to Work Scheme Informal dress code Paid breaks, with free premium hot drinks We’re Innovative… Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub. From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector. We also provide facial analysis technology for age estimation and control access for some of the world’s leading companies. By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we’ve seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You’ll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links. We are a disability-confident employer, as such we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application. What’s next? If you’re an experienced Dispatch Coordinator and want to join our award-winning team working on the latest cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. A better way... Through our people, drive and commitment we push boundaries to deliver innovative products and services. This is a two-part interview process, starting with a brief telephone screening followed by a formal site-based interview

Head of Sales £65,000 - £70,000 P/A + Bonus Manchester Full time | Permanent | Monday to Friday Do you have experience working with fire protection, fire safety, smoke ventilation, smoke control, or related products? Are you experienced in sales and business development across residential, commercial, or industrial environments? Attega Group is working on behalf of our client as their in-house recruitment provider. We are currently recruiting for a Head of Sales to join their UK team. The main purpose of this Head of Sales role is leading and overseeing the commercial and sales operations of the UK subsidiary, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business objectives and growth strategy. In return, our client is offering a salary of up to £70,000 P/A, depending on experience, plus a company car and bonus scheme. This role is full-time and permanent. The hours of work will be Monday to Friday. Reporting to the Director of Subsidiaries, your responsibilities will include: Manage, motivate and support the sales team (x 5 direct reports) to achieve revenue, profitability and growth objectives Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers, ensuring high levels of service and long-term partnership development. Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the company’s customer base and increase market share. Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer needs within the UK region. Prepare sales forecasts, performance reports and commercial analyses for the management team in Poland. The ideal candidate: Must be experienced in B2B sales processes, ideally working with fire protection, fire safety, smoke ventilation, smoke control, or technical related products Will need to be experienced with both business development and managing a sales team Must be commercially-minded and target driven, with excellent communication skills to maintain UK-wide relationships. Will need to be comfortable with UK-wide planned travel to maintain client relationships. Any knowledge or understanding of UK Fire Regulations would be a huge advantage. For more information on our Head of Sales role, please contact Abby in the Attega Group offices today

The Head of Operations is responsible for leading teams to deliver a seamless guest experiences across the Reception, Leisure, Spa, Housekeeping, Entertainment and Nights teams. Following an internal promotion, Warner Hotels are looking for a Head of Operations. What will I be doing as Head of Opera

A leading special free school in Maidenhead, Berkshire, which caters to children and young people with a primary diagnosis of autism, is seeking a Head of Operations. Work with the CEO, Headteacher, and Head of People Strategy and Finance to support. The Head of Operations provides senior operationa

I am looking to speak with Manufacturing Managers, Operations Manager and Head of Operations who have operated in an independent capacity to head up and drive Production within a food manufacturing environment. I am partnering with an exciting and growing brand in the food industry who are going thr

Deputy Director, Head of HR Operations. As Deputy Director, Head of HR Operations, you will lead HR services across the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding through to systems, data, learning, global mobility and casework. A key part of this is modernising our HR services so the

HEAD OF OPERATIONS – Learning Disabilities Sector. Must live within a reasonable commutable distance to our Head Office in Shrewsbury. Since its establishment in 1994, and now marking over 30 years of service, Bethphage has grown and diversified, building a strong reputation for person-centred car

As Head of Streetworks (Operational), you will provide strategic leadership across the United Utilities contract, driving operational excellence, compliance, and commercial performance across multiple contracts. You will lead the development and delivery of best-in-class Streetworks performance, ens

As Interim Head of Finance Operations, your day-to-day responsibilities will centre around providing strategic direction for all aspects of financial operations. As Interim Head of Finance Operations, you will play a crucial role in shaping a Centre of Excellence, driving best-in-class service deliv

The Head of Operations will be responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of all event logistics across our portfolio of catering events. We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of Operations to lead and oversee all operational aspects of our events business. Lead the o

Head of Operations & Customer Experience. Head of Operations & Customer Experience. Lead and develop a growing remote operations team, with a significant proportion of the team based in South Africa.

Change Management: Track record of driving transformation and scaling operations, Experience in process harmonization and global rollout of tools and Ability to navigate priorities as the structure gets built. Technical Expertise: Mastery of HubSpot and associated CRM ecosystems, Strong analytical a

You may already be a Head of Operations, Senior Operations Manager, Commercial Operations Lead or similar within an FMCG, consumer, food, eCommerce, subscription or high-growth business. Working directly alongside the founders, you'll take ownership of operations and finance across the business. You

This is a senior role managing a team of 5 heads of departments. I'm working with a global sporting organisation who are looking to recruit a Head of Operations for the business. Lead a team of 5 in the operations department.

The Head of Operations is responsible for the end‑to‑end operational performance of the legal delivery within this conveyancing business, ensuring the efficient, compliant, and scalable delivery of residential property services. Proven track record of improving throughput, reducing fall‑throug

Head of Event Operations - Venue. We are now recruiting an experienced Head of Events to lead the team and the smooth running of the department. Rare opportunity to lead a fantastic team and oversee the smooth running of all events across a range of prestigious venues!.

You will work directly with the CFO, CRO, and CEO, shape decisions that determine the trajectory of the business, and do it with the backing, scale, and ambition of a PE-backed SaaS business on the path to becoming of the UK’s fastest growing Unicorns. The next leg of growth — scaling enterprise

As Interim Head of Finance Operations, you will play a crucial role in shaping a Centre of Excellence, driving best-in-class service delivery, and embedding robust governance ac. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to step into a pivotal interim leadership position, guiding the transformation

Midnite is hiring a Player Support Operations Manager for their Cape Town office. Competitive benefits and a culture focused on inclusivity are part of the offer.

Dynamic Search Solutions in Greater London is seeking a Head of Network Operations Lead to own and lead the Managed Services function. This role offers a real opportunity to shape and grow a vital service function within the company. You will ensure high-quality service delivery, drive operational e

Vodafone Group Plc is seeking an experienced privacy compliance professional to lead the Legal, Privacy & Compliance Centre of Excellence operations. You will work closely with the Global Privacy Officer, monitor regulatory developments, define risk mitigation strategies, and develop privacy-related

Legacy Group is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations and help shape the charity's future direction. The position offers meaningful work with opportunities for personal development and 28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays. This role involves managing a team, ensurin

BXR London is hiring an Operations Manager to ensure the seamless day-to-day operation of the club in Greater London. This role involves leading the front-of-house team, coordinating cleaning and maintenance standards, and managing operational budgets.

A leading financial services firm is seeking an experienced Financial Services and Compliance Manager to lead its compliance operations and paraplanning function. You will manage daily operations across client servicing and onboarding, ensuring high service quality and adherence to regulatory standa

Plum is seeking an experienced leader for their Investment Operations teams in Greater London. The position offers benefits like company stock options, private health insurance, and a flexible working environment.

The position offers a salary of £35,000-£40,000, permanent contract, and a range of benefits including hybrid working, free meals, and health plans. Candidates should have experience in event or hospitality operations, strong leadership skills, and a keen understanding of beverage management. Comp

Cobalt Ground Solutions Ltd is seeking a Passenger Services Manager to oversee operations at London Heathrow Airport. The successful candidate will inspire frontline teams, manage performance against SLAs, and ensure compliance and safety in a high-profile operational environment. Join Cobalt to sha

Box Leisure Recruitment is seeking a Head of Retail & Guest Operations for a holiday park in the UK. A competitive salary of £60,000 plus bonuses and live-in accommodation is available.

Alliance Personnel Ltd is actively seeking a senior commercial leader to oversee the commercial performance of their newly launched infrastructure division.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to lead our Investment Operations teams, including Brokerage Operations and Wealth Operations. You will lead the development of new operational capabilities to support our product and business growth and transform existing operations through automat

EFG International is looking for a Deputy Head of Private Banking Support in Greater London. A university degree and at least 10 years of experience in financial services are required.

This is a senior leadership role reporting into the Head of Operations Engineering, working closely with engineering, product, customer success, and leadership teams across a globally distributed SaaS business. The Head of Service sits at the point where Raidiam's engineering work meets our worldwid

You will lead a team, manage service partners, and ensure high standards of service delivery. Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking an Operations Manager for 105 Victoria Street to ensure seamless operational services.

Energy Jobline ZR is looking for an experienced Central Kitchen Operations Manager in North Acton to oversee all operational aspects of the Central Kitchen.

We are seeking an exceptional Global Head of Equity and/or Equity Derivative Operations to lead, modernise and scale our international operations function. Oversee middle-office and back-office functions across all regions, including:. Ensure consistency of controls and standards across offices whil

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Run Operations Manager to be the right hand to the Head of Property Management and own the day-to‑day execution of the Property Management vertical. The strategy, direction and building of the function will be led by the Head of Property Managemen