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Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 7 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We're looking for a proactive and collaborative individual to take day-to-day ownership of our digital hub for Customer Service colleagues, ensuring the platform continues to evolve, scale and deliver a high-quality experience for all CSG colleagues. Sitting within CSG Creative, you'll help shape the platform roadmap, uphold design and UX standards, and streamline how teams across CSG engage with CSG Home. CSG Home is our central digital hub for Customer Service Group colleagues - a single, simplified destination that brings together learning, communications, incentives, tools and day-to-day operational support. Built and owned by our creative team, CSG Home streamlines how colleagues find information, stay informed and engage with the latest updates, while offering a personalised and intuitive experience powered by Webflow. What you'll do: • Take overall accountability for the strategic plan for CSG Home and the underpinning delivery plan, including prioritisation, long term vision and ensuring the platform continues to evolve in line with business needs., • Coordinate the CSG Home governance process, helping streamline decision-making, clarify ownership and maintain accurate documentation., • Support the development and delivery of the CSG Home roadmap, ensuring updates and new Homes (e.g., Sales Hub, Home & Support, Home & Knowledge) land effectively., • Act as the day-to-day owner for the platform, ensuring published content meets Creative Studio's UX, design and accessibility standards., • Work closely with teams to gather requirements, align on priorities and manage platform activity., • Collaborate strongly across C&CE, feeding into wider plans and supporting hub owners to optimise their Homes and embed Creative led best practice., • Maintain and improve standard operating processes for Webflow publishing, templates, component usage and content workflows., • Lead the strategic direction for Webflow - monitoring emerging innovations, exploring new capabilities, identifying opportunities to enhance performance, and shaping future business cases. This includes defining the long-term vision for an interconnected Homes ecosystem., • Champion consistency across all Homes, helping stakeholders understand and apply Creative-led patterns and standards., • Track performance insights and colleague feedback, using this data to recommend enhancements to the user experience or ways of working., • Support the team in coordinating governance forums, building packs and sharing updates with senior stakeholders.What you'll bring:, • Experience managing digital content, platforms or online tools in a multi-stakeholder environment., • Working knowledge of CMS or low/no-code platforms (Webflow experience beneficial but not essential)., • Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple requests and maintain momentum across workstreams., • Good understanding of UX or design principles and the ability to apply standards consistently., • Confidence working with stakeholders at all levels, with clear and effective communication skills., • Ability to take ownership, bring structure to ambiguous areas and proactively identify improvements., • Comfortable working with data, feedback and insights to inform recommendations.The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here's a taster: • Access to free NOW, for streaming all your favourite shows"(for non-Sky customers), • A generous pension package", • Private healthcare", • Discounts and cashback at over 800 Retailers Where you'll work: At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the Osterley head office per week. This role is a 12 month fixed term contract, 37.5hrs per week. Inclusion: Recognised as an 'Inclusive Top 50 Employer' and a 'Times Top 50 Employer for Women', we're working hard to ensure we're a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and the potential you'll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

Want to do the best work of your life? Make your mark at Europe's leading entertainment brand. Our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work - a place where you can be yourself and let your skills shine. The Advanced Analytics team within Consumer Strategy are at the forefront of understanding consumers and creating actionable insight about their behaviours, attitudes and needs. This consumer intelligence helps deliver a better experience and service to consumers and improves marketing performance. We have a considerable team with a variety of specialist skills including analytics, research, insight consultancy and econometrics and have a very extensive and deep stakeholder base across 30+ areas of Sky, covering every subject - from market & prospect headroom through to customer retention and everything in between! What you'll do: As an Analytics Manager in the Advanced Analytics team in Consumer Strategy, you'll be responsible for driving best in class insights through analytics, helping shape decisions using the power of data and insights: • Work across key business areas: Lead end-to-end analytics projects for Sky TV, NOW, Connectivity, and VIP, helping these teams make data-driven decisions that support Sky's consumer strategy and commercial priorities., • Deliver impactful analytics: Write complex and accurate code which exploits behavioural, research, external reports data, employing a wide range of advanced analytical techniques to extract strategic, actionable insights., • Bring insight to life: Create presentations that turn analysis into compelling stories - clearly structured, visually engaging, and commercially relevant - translating complex analytical outputs into clear commercial implications and recommendations., • Collaborate closely: Partner with stakeholders on briefs from problem definition through to delivery, ensuring high-quality outputs and advising on the most appropriate analytical approaches to meet business needs., • Grow fast: Build your technical and commercial confidence by working across different subject areas, expanding your advanced analytics and AI-enabled toolkit through hands-on application, mentoring and training., • Support others: Share your knowledge on analytical thinking and ways of working with the team, contributing to a strong collaborative team culture, and helping to uplift the quality and impact of work around you.What you'll bring:, • Demonstrated experience of using analytics to influence a commercial or strategic decision, such as evaluating risks and opportunities, deep dives into performance, assessing new propositions, and shaping business priorities., • Proven track record of communicating complex analytical insight clearly and credibly, influencing stakeholders up to Head of Department level and articulating both the so what and the now what., • Advanced SQL user with experience querying and manipulating large-scale customer, transactional, or behavioural datasets to deliver accurate, high-impact analysis independently., • Experience in using advanced analytical techniques (e.g. causal inference, statistical modelling, predictive methods) and a strong desire to continue expanding this toolkit with programming languages such as R and Python, including the effective use of AI-enabled methods where they add value., • Strong ability to partner with stakeholders to understand underlying business needs beyond the immediate question, challenge assumptions constructively, and shape analytical approach that will deliver measurable commercial value., • Proven ability to independently scope, design and deliver complex analytical projects end-to-end, selecting appropriate methodologies, managing ambiguity, and pivoting approach where required to ensure timely, high-quality, and actionable outcomes.The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here's a taster: • Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place, • The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate, • A generous pension package, • Private healthcare, • Discounted mobile and broadband, • A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work: We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. Osterley: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Where you'll work: Osterley Our Osterley campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Chiswick Park, Gunnersbury, Acton Town and Ealing Broadway tube stations. There's also plenty of parking, bike shelters and showers. On campus you'll find six subsidised restaurants and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Inclusion: We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion: we've been recognised by The Times and Stonewall for this, and we've committed £30million to support the fight against racial injustice. We've also set ambitious targets for increasing ethnic diversity and representation throughout our organisation. At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and the potential you'll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do • Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction, • Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy, • Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity, • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects, • Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions, • Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution, • Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams, • Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we’re looking for • Deep expertise in Java, • Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures, • Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams, • Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), • Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy, • Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority, • Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations, • Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums, • Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We’re big on collaboration and connection, so you’ll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What’s in it for you • Bring us all this - and you’ll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation, • We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers), • Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance – with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave, • Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it’s about what you do, not just what you say. That’s why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: • REACH – Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies, • OutFront – to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates, • Mind Your Mind – signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all, • Women in Tech – promoting an inclusive environment in tech, • EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry, • Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact ___ All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to ___ Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One’s mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you’ll do * You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome * You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations * Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes * You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community * You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide * Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) * You’ll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership * Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we’re looking for * Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad * Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies * Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST * Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development * Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale * You’re able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste * Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale * An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What’s in it for you * Bring us all this - and you’ll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation * We’re continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve * We love continuous learning and that’s why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future * We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) * Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance – with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave * Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We’d love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it’s about what you do, not just what you say. That’s why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: * REACH – Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies * OutFront – to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates * Mind Your Mind – signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all * Women in Tech – promoting an inclusive environment in tech * EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact ___ All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to ___ Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

The High School Science Lab Technician supports the science faculty in delivering high-quality, hands-on learning experiences by preparing, setting up and taking down laboratory equipment and materials, maintaining science supplies and inventory, and ensuring a safe and organized laboratory environment. Working collaboratively with the other lab technician, this role is essential to enabling effective science instruction and fostering student exploration and innovation in alignment with ASL's commitment to developing thinkers, explorers, and innovators. Summary of Duties Laboratory Preparation and Support • Provide technical support to Science teachers by preparing, setting up, and taking down laboratory exercises and equipment as requested, • Assemble and disassemble equipment necessary for science experiments and activities, mixing solutions and chemicals as required for all courses, • Prepare labs and solutions for the Middle School and/or Lower School when reasonably requested, • Conduct daily checks of classroom and departmental IT equipment, gas provision, and chemical storage, ensuring the overall safety of the laboratories at all times, • Conduct and write risk assessments for laboratory experiments and practical assignments, liaising with the Health and Safety Manager, • Maintain chemical storage and ensure the safe use of chemicals and dangerous substances, adhering to COSHH assessments and CLEAPSS requirements, • Repair and maintain lab equipment, advising the Head of Department when new equipment or outside repairs are needed, • Order materials and supplies as required and in consultation with the Head of Department., • Manage laboratory-specific tasks, including opening and locking up laboratories, laptops, and chemical storage, • Work alongside faculty to devise, develop, and implement new lab exercises, advising on technical developments in the scientific field, • Participate actively in the life of the School through attendance at events, committee membership, and/or leadership of extracurricular activities Essential qualifications/experience • A qualification in science technology or similar, • Experience working and/or studying in a science laboratory or similar environment, • Demonstrably strong organizational abilities, along with excellent oral and written communication skills, • Outstanding collaborative skills and a desire to work in a team-focused environment, • Experience working in a school or other educational setting, • A good working knowledge of fire and health and safety regulations, especially in relation to COSHH and CLEAPSS, • Knowledge and understanding of international and/or independent school communities

Principal Accountant - MTFS/Capital Role Overview We're seeking an experienced local‑government finance professional to support the coordination and production of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy/Plan (MTFS) and support the development of the Capital Strategy. You'll report to the Head of Finance within a team of six, acting as a senior technical lead (with no direct line management). Key Responsibilities • Support the preparation, analysis, and delivery of the MTFS and contribute to the Capital Strategy., • Produce high‑quality financial reporting and analysis for senior leadership and elected members., • Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data, forecasts, and statutory reporting., • Support year‑end processes and contribute to audit and accounts preparation., • Build and maintain advanced financial models using Excel and financial tools., • Provide expert advice on local government funding, including the implications of Fair Funding 2., • Strong experience in local government finance - ideally from a London Borough, County or Unitary Authority., • Proven ability to coordinate MTFS processes and contribute to capital planning., • Excellent analytical skills and advanced Excel/financial modelling capability., • Strong understanding of local government funding frameworks and current reforms., • Confident communicator able to present complex financial information clearly., • Fully qualified - ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA

Your new company A large London Housing Association is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join their team with strong sector experience. Your new role This Finance Business Partner will be the lead for reporting on Building Safety. • Provide finance business partnering support and act as the finance lead for building safety reporting, ensuring robust insight around legislation, regulation and remedial programmes., • Enhance the quality, clarity and impact of building safety financial reporting by producing timely analysis, insightful commentary, and linking financial performance to strategic objectives., • Lead budgeting and forecasting activities for building safety, preparing accurate annual budgets and monthly forecasts in collaboration with operational directors, service managers and other budget holders., • Build strong, effective relationships with budget holders, supporting their understanding of financial performance, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and value‑for‑money requirements., • Oversee the monitoring of budget changes, ensuring service budgets are incorporated into group reporting, and continually review systems and processes for efficiency and effectiveness., • Support team leadership by guiding management accountants, providing training and coaching, contributing to workload planning, and acting as deputy to the Head of Financial Business Partnering when required. What you'll need to succeed • Full CCAB/CIMA qualification or equivalent, • Demonstrable experience within the Social Housing sector, ideally building safety or maintenance, • Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management, • Strong skills in management accounting principles, budgeting and forecasting What you'll get in return • Hybrid working, • Competitive pension and annual leave package, • Learning and development opportunities What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV (in Word please). If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

You'll take charge of your section, support the Head Chef and Sous Chefs, and help deliver exceptional food quality and smooth service across all areas of our hospitality operation. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Chef de Partie to join our fast-paced kitchen team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to students and staff in a fast-paced educational environment. Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen. Previous experience working as a Sous

Senior Contracts Manager – Building To; 70k Building refurbishments, fit-out projects, and both Cat A and Cat B works An established and highly respected construction contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join its Building division based at its Central London Head Office. This is an excellent opportunity for a Contracts Manager to take ownership of multiple projects across some of London’s most prestigious buildings, working with a collaborative and experienced team delivering high-quality refurbishment, restoration and construction works. The successful Contracts Manager will play a key role in leading projects from planning through to completion, ensuring delivery to programme, quality standards and commercial targets. The Role of the Contracts Manager As Senior Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing projects efficiently and ensuring that works are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards. You will oversee project teams, coordinate resources, and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities of the Contracts Manager • Develop and manage project delivery plans in line with client requirements, • Procure and coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to meet programme needs, • Oversee Health, Safety and Environmental plans in collaboration with the QHSE team, • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality and performance, • Work closely with project surveyors to ensure commercial targets and profitability are achieved, • Attend and lead client progress meetings and stakeholder reviews, • Ensure accurate contract administration and documentation throughout the project lifecycle, • Manage teams to deliver projects efficiently and to optimum performance levels, • Support tender preparation and provide insights to the estimating team, • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to identify future opportunities, • Ensure smooth project completion and handover documentation About the Contracts Manager Opportunity You will join a well-established contractor delivering projects ranging from minor works through to multi-million-pound construction and refurbishment schemes. The organisation works across a diverse portfolio including heritage buildings, museums, galleries, universities and prestigious commercial properties, offering long-term project pipelines and strong career progression opportunities. Candidate Requirements Essential • Minimum 10 years’ experience managing construction contracts, • Proven experience delivering building or refurbishment projects, • Strong project management and commercial awareness, • Excellent leadership and team management skills, • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders, • HND / Level 4 in Building Studies or similar, • BSc (Hons) in Building Studies or similar, • Membership of CIOB, • IOSH / Health & Safety training, • CSCS Card, • First Aid qualification Personal Attributes • Highly motivated and proactive, • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, • Able to perform effectively under pressure, • Excellent numerical and analytical skills, • Strong client-focused mindset Benefits • Competitive salary, • Discretionary bonus scheme, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Private medical insurance, • Life assurance, • Pension scheme, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Professional development and training, • Payment of professional subscriptions, • Occupational health support, • Employee assistance programme, • Mental health support Apply Now If you are an experienced Senior Contracts Manager looking to work on prestigious London projects within a supportive and professional environment, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.

Operations Director Location: London Salary: £140,000 - £160,000 + bonus An established and fast-growing hospitality group is looking for an Operations Director to oversee a portfolio of premium, food-led venues. The business has built a strong reputation for beautiful spaces, exceptional product and genuine hospitality, and is now entering the next phase of growth. This role will lead the operational strategy across the estate, working closely with founders and senior leadership to drive performance, develop teams and support new openings. The Role: • Lead and develop a portfolio of premium, food-led venues, ensuring operational excellence across all sites, • Build and support high-performing leadership teams, creating strong cultures and clear career pathways, • Drive financial performance across the estate, with full accountability for budgets, P&L and profitability, • Partner closely with founders and senior leadership on strategic growth plans and expansion, • Oversee new openings, ensuring projects launch successfully and teams are set up for long-term success, • Champion product standards across food, drink and service, maintaining a consistent and high-quality guest experience, • Implement operational systems and processes that support scale while protecting the individuality of each venue, • Proven experience as an Operations Director, Head of Operations or equivalent within premium hospitality, • Strong background in food-led restaurants, premium pubs or high-quality multi-site hospitality businesses, • A people-first leader with a track record of building strong teams and developing senior operators, • Commercially astute with deep experience managing P&L across multi-site operations, • Comfortable working closely with founders and senior leadership in a growing business, • Experience supporting openings and scaling hospitality brands, • A genuine passion for product, hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences Sound like you –

Principal Consultant – Interim Executive Search (Technology / Media / Entertainment) Location: London (Hybrid) The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognised executive search and interim management business, operating at the very top end of the market. With an established reputation for delivering C-suite and senior leadership interim appointments, the firm partners with leading organisations across both the private and public sectors, combining depth of expertise with speed and precision in execution. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a Principal Consultant to focus on the Technology, Media or Entertainment markets. The Role You’ll be operating as a senior, trusted advisor to clients, leading high-value interim mandates and building long-term relationships across your vertical. • Leading and delivering senior interim mandates (C-suite, Director, Head of level), • Partnering closely with clients on complex, business-critical hires, • Building and nurturing a high-quality network of interim executives, • Developing and growing a specialist vertical within Technology, Media or Entertainment, • Contributing to wider team strategy, collaboration and knowledge sharing What We’re Looking For This role is aimed at established interim or executive search professionals who operate with credibility and gravitas in the market. • 10+ years’ experience in interim management and/or executive search, • Strong track record of delivering senior interim placements, • Deep network within Technology, Media or Entertainment markets, • High levels of professionalism, consultative approach and commercial awareness, • Stable career history with strong job tenure, • Comfortable operating at Partner / Principal level with autonomy Why This Role? • Join one of the most respected brands in interim executive search globally, • Work alongside highly experienced peers with deep sector expertise, • Access to high-value, retained and exclusive mandates, • Mature, collaborative culture with a long-term approach to success, • Clear path for progression and leadership Who This Would Suit This will appeal to someone currently operating at Senior Consultant / Principal level, or an experienced search professional ready to step into a more strategic, high-level role. You’ll likely mirror the profile of top performers in the market - combining sector depth, long-standing client relationships, and a reputation for delivering at the senior end of interim hiring. Interested? If you’re an experienced interim search professional looking to elevate your platform, we’d be happy to share more detail confidentially. Please contact Paul Reid @ Permanent People.

Head of Commercial – Workplace & Fit‑Out Division - Construction Location: London (Hybrid) Recruiter: Hiring on behalf of a leading design & build construction services organisation An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Head of Commercial to join a well‑established and highly reputable organisation within the workplace design, fit‑out and refurbishment sector. This is a strategic leadership role suited to someone with strong commercial governance expertise and a passion for delivering excellence across complex, design‑led environments. The Opportunity You’ll be joining a business recognised for delivering high‑quality workplace transformations, combining creative design with robust commercial and operational delivery. With projects ranging from mid‑scale refurbishments to multi‑million‑pound, end‑to‑end fit‑outs, this organisation continues to grow its market presence and is now seeking a commercial leader to guide the next phase of performance and profitability. Key Responsibilities • Lead the full commercial strategy across the workplace & fit‑out division., • Oversee tendering, pricing, procurement, contract negotiations and risk management., • Ensure strong commercial governance, cost control, margin protection, and compliance., • Work closely with the senior leadership team to shape commercial direction and growth., • Provide commercial oversight across pre‑construction and live project delivery., • Mentor and develop a high‑performing commercial team., • Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and the wider supply chain. About You • Significant experience in commercial leadership within fit‑out, workplace design, D&B, or construction., • Strong track record of improving commercial outcomes and protecting project profitability., • Excellent negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills., • Confident operating at board and client level., • A collaborative, people‑focused leader who thrives in a creative, fast‑paced environment. What’s on Offer • The chance to play a pivotal role in shaping commercial strategy at a respected industry leader., • A culture built on innovation, design excellence, and a commitment to outstanding client delivery., • The opportunity to influence high‑profile workplace transformation projects., • Competitive package aligned with senior‑level responsibility.

Head of Enterprise Sales (Player–Coach | Hunter Role) Hybrid - 2 - 3 days in the Office £80 - £100K base + comms We’re looking for a senior enterprise sales hunter to lead the charge on new revenue while pitching to some of the world's biggest blue chip international brands and directing a small, elite commercial team. This is a hands-on, front-line role. You will personally business develop relationships with major global brands, sell at CMO level, and close complex, high-value enterprise deals. Alongside this, you’ll act as a player–coach— driving sales strategy, setting the tempo, mentoring talent and holding the team to a high-performance standard. If you thrive on opening doors others can’t, running tight enterprise sales processes, and winning big, multi-stakeholder deals, this role is built for you. Key Responsibilities: • Personally originate and close large, net-new enterprise opportunities, winning new logos and securing seven figure revenue, • Build routes into senior marketing organisations and complex buying groups, • Lead CMO-level discovery, value framing and commercial negotiations, • Run disciplined enterprise qualification (e.g. Challenger, MEDDPICC), • Manage, coach and drive performance of two Sales Account Managers and one SDR, • Direct SDR output to generate high-quality, on-strategy enterprise pipeline, • Own deal strategy, close plans and forecast accuracy, • Enforce high standards of CRM hygiene and sales execution, • Partner with Marketing on ABM and target account strategy What We’re Looking For: • Proven enterprise hunter with a track record of net-new logos from a SaaS or enterprise level-sales set-up, • Comfortable carrying a personal number while leading others, • Confident consultative selling insight, not features, at C-suite level, • Competitive, resilient and execution-obsessed This is a high-impact role for someone who wants to win big and build something meaningful.

Contractor Care Manager As a Contractor Care Manager within Next Ventures’ Legal Team, reporting to the Head of Contracts & Compliance, you will manage the legal, compliance, and operational lifecycle of contractors within your portfolio. Working closely with Sales Consultants, Sales Directors, and Back Office teams (Pay & Bill, Credit Control and Accounting), you will ensure contractors receive a high-quality experience while maintaining strong legal and compliance standards. This is a 360 role combining compliance expertise, relationship management, and commercial awareness within a fast-paced global recruitment business. Key Responsibilities • Manage the end-to-end contractor lifecycle, from onboarding through to assignment completion., • Act as the primary contact for contractors and Sales Consultants on legal, compliance, and operational matters., • Build strong working relationships with consultants and Sales Directors., • Collaborate with Pay & Bill, Credit Control and Accounting teams to ensure accurate contract setup, invoicing, and resolution of payment queries., • Maintain accurate contractor data and produce regular reporting and forecasts for senior stakeholders and Board updates., • Support process improvements, new tools, and system integrations across Legal and Accounts., • Monitor regulatory and compliance changes and ensure company documentation remains aligned with current legislation. What Success Looks Like • Contractors receive a professional and consistent experience., • Sales teams are well supported on legal and compliance matters., • Strong collaboration across Legal, Pay & Bill and Accounting teams., • Accurate, timely reporting that supports business decision-making., • Continuous improvement of scalable legal and compliance processes. Qualifications • BA / BS / LLB from a leading university., • Experience in a legal, compliance, or contract-focused role., • Exposure to contract recruitment compliance (desirable)., • Strong commercial awareness and ability to balance risk with business needs., • Excellent communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills., • Proven ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities., • Strong ownership and accountability for workload and outcomes. Technical Skills • High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel., • Experience with Timesheet Portal or similar accounting systems is advantageous. Apply to find out more!

About Lesso Group Lesso Group is a global leader in manufacturing and distributing high-quality building materials and home improvement products. We have been expanding globally with footprints in countries including Australia, United States, Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, Philippines, Vietnam, Dubai and Africa. With over 30 years of experience, we serve customers in more than 100 countries, offering innovative solutions like PVC pipes, fittings, flooring, windows, and doors for residential, commercial, and industrial markets. We believe in building a better future—through our products and our people, join us in delivering quality, sustainability, and value worldwide. Job Summary We are growing our United Kingdom sales team and seeking a motivated Sales Manager to help accelerate growth in your assigned region. In this role, you will be a vital partner to the Head of Sales, focusing on acquiring new customers and expanding our market footprint within your designated territory. Key Responsibilities: • Identify and pursue new business opportunities by developing and executing territory sales plans to expand the customer base, drive revenue growth, and achieve or exceed assigned sales targets and KPIs., • Delivering professional presentations and demonstrations of Lesso’s piping products and services to potential and existing customers., • Train and support distributor partners and sales representatives to strengthen product knowledge and selling capabilities., • Accurately processing sales orders while ensuring high efficiency and customer satisfaction., • Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with distributors, engineers, municipalities, contractors, and other key industry stakeholders within your assigned territory to ensure ongoing customer satisfaction and loyalty., • Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activities, and product innovations to provide valuable insights to management and help shape effective sales strategies., • Represent Lesso at trade shows, industry conferences, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and generate new leads., • Proactively resolving customer concerns by identifying problems, facilitating solutions, and ensuring customer satisfaction., • Provide weekly sales and expense reports to HQ in compliance with company guidelines., • Adhere to approved sales and travel budgets., • Maintain accurate customer files, contracts, correspondence, and CRM records. Requirements: • Minimum of 3 years of proven sales experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment. Preferably PVC pipes, fittings, or related products., • Strong technical aptitude with the ability to effectively communicate and demonstrate product features to customers., • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a customer-focused approach., • Valid driver’s license; willingness and ability to travel within your assigned territory regularly., • Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic sales environment., • Proficiency in Mandarin is preferred.

Private Client solicitor role: We are excited to be recruiting for an experienced Private Client Solicitor 3 years + PQE to join our very successful clients' dynamic team in Buckinghamshire. This is a full-time permanent opportunity. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing and innovative Private Client team. Responsibilities of a Private Client Solicitor • Reporting to the Partners in the department., • An integral part of the Private Client team, delivering on agreed cases, sourcing new opportunities and supporting the overall profile of the team., • Proactively attracting work according to the needs of the Department and the firm in accordance with the team’s Business Development strategy., • Provide legal advice in relation to IHT planning (including UHNW and HNW clients with some experience with multi-jurisdictional assets), Care Home Fee planning, Wills and LPAs and Estate Administration, • Delivery of individual targets (fees, chargeable hours, BD etc) with minimal supervision., • Ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and building appropriate and lasting relationships with clients and referrers., • Adherence to agreed standards, quality procedures and management systems (including the maintenance of neat and proper files on all matters to meet ISO standards so that they can be easily picked up and dealt with by other members of the Department together with and any other instructions set by your Head of Department) and compliance with financial procedures and accounts rules., • Delegation and cross referral of work effectively to appropriate personnel., • Continually develop technical and non-technical skills to meet client and firm requirements and demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work., • Undertake and deliver work in a commercially effective manner., • Some travel as required and out of hours working for business development, meetings and training purposes., • Generate, nurture and maintain a network of multipliers to support the London PC Partner with strategic growth and be an active participant in the BD strategy for your office., • Assist with the professional development and growth of junior colleagues. Skills and experience of a Private Client Senior Solicitor • Relevant Professional Qualifications., • Minimum of 3 years PQE., • Strong legal skills and knowledge in a Private Client setting., • Responsible for a broad and varied caseload including Wills, Care Home Fees, IHT planning, trusts, LPAs and Estate Administration, • Sound knowledge of all private and elderly client matters, with excellent communication skills., • You will be proactive and passionate about your career., • Proven results in supporting Business Development across a team or firm., • Excellent, innovative and effective business development skills and enthusiasm, • Working knowledge of case management systems and Microsoft Office applications., • A strong team player with a motivational hands-on approach., • Uses initiative, plans and organises own time and workload to meet deadlines and prioritises work., • A measured and rational approach to problem-solving., • Deals confidently and diplomatically with clients and other stakeholders., • Demonstrates integrity and congruence when dealing with people. Competencies of a Private Client Solicitor • Excellent business development skills, • Delivering a quality service, • Achieve commercial outcomes, • Deliver at pace, • Collaborating and partnering, • Building capability, • Changing and improving, • Making effective decisions If you’re a Private Client Solicitor ready for your next step, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus Stevens at Law Staff quoting reference 37490. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.

Second in Charge of Science | Hackney | September 2026 Are you a Science Teacher ready to take the next step into leadership? This high-performing secondary school in Hackney is seeking a Second in Charge of Science from September 2026, supporting the Head of Department and contributing to curriculum development across KS3–KS5. The school achieves consistently strong Science outcomes, with Progress 8 scores above national averages and a high proportion of students attaining grades 5–9 at GCSE. A-Level uptake across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics is excellent, with results regularly exceeding national benchmarks. The department is well-resourced, structured, and aligned with a curriculum model focused on knowledge retention and exam success. Second in Charge of Science – September 2026 in Hackney Inner London salary £40,317–£62,496 (MPS/UPS + TLR) • Support the strategic direction of a high-performing Science department, • Deliver high-quality lessons across KS3–KS5, • Access to modern laboratories and specialist equipment, • Clear curriculum sequencing and robust assessment framework, • Strong GCSE and A-Level results with high STEM progression, • High-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities, • Supportive senior leadership team focused on academic excellence As Second in Charge of Science, you will: • Assist the Head of Department in curriculum planning and assessment, • Use data effectively to monitor progress and raise attainment, • Contribute to departmental priorities and staff development, • Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement The successful candidate will: • Hold UK QTS and a Science-related degree, • Teach across KS3–KS5, • Demonstrate strong classroom practice and subject knowledge, • Be suitable for experienced teachers or ambitious ECTs ready for leadership, • Show readiness to take on additional responsibility If you are a Science Teacher seeking a Second in Charge role in Hackney from September 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school with a clear focus on academic success. Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this ‘Second in Charge of Science’ in ‘Hackney’. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this ‘Science Teacher’ role.

We are seeking an exceptional Director of Food & Beverage to join the pre-opening team of Delano London. As a strategic partner to the General Manager, you will lead the pre-opening and ongoing performance of all Food & Beverage operations. Set to open its doors in 2026, Delano London will be an intimate and refined urban sanctuary in South Kensington, bringing the brand’s iconic understated glamour to one of London’s most prestigious addresses at 60 Hyde Park Gate, overlooking Hyde Park and moments from the city’s leading cultural institutions. The 67-key luxury retreat will blend soft minimalist design, generous living spaces and park views creating a distinctive lifestyle destination where design, dining, nightlife and wellbeing seamlessly converge. What you’ll do… • Drive commercial performance across the F&B division, identifying revenue opportunities and delivering strategic initiatives in partnership with Sales, Brand and the leadership team., • Hold full accountability for F&B P&L performance, managing costs, productivity and margins while maintaining quality and guest experience standards., • Partner closely with the Head Chef to shape compelling, commercially viable menus and ensure consistent food quality and presentation., • Deliver exceptional guest experiences across all outlets, embedding brand standards and creating memorable moments that drive reputation and repeat business., • Build and inspire high-performing teams, fostering engagement, accountability and development across the F&B function., • Act as a visible and hands-on leader within the operation, setting the tone for service excellence and team culture. What we’re looking for… • A strong food & beverage operator with local and/or international experience in a similar role preferably within a luxury and/or lifestyle environment., • Ideally you will have previous pre-opening experience., • You are comfortable handling all commercial aspects and able to strike the balance between commercial decisions and doing what’s right for the brand., • You have a passion for providing great guest experiences, rooted in unique and locally driven experiences., • You are comfortable with the strategic as well as day to day detail., • You are an excellent relationship builder, with previous experience of owner relationships., • You are an excellent relationship builder, confident in working with other teams and leaders; you’re passionate about what we can achieve together. What’s in it for you… • The opportunity to launch a visionary hospitality brand in London and have a real impact on its success., • Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand., • The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding., • Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building a portfolio of brands., • A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.

Role Overview Our client is a privately owned commercial landlord, who is now seeking to strengthen their Asset Management team by appointing an experiened Commercial Asset Manager to deliver high-quality services across a diverse portfolio of mixed-use properties. This role will need someone who is hands on with a detailed understanding of leases, service charges and obligations under the 1954 landlord and tenant act. There is very little property management involved in this role but the ability to coordinate your work with the Property management Team and other internal colleagues is essential. You will take responsibility for the full spectrum of Asset Management and must be a proven negotiator who can find solutions that work for the company but also new and existing tenants. PLEASE NOTE: All portfolio properties are based around the M25, mainly Central London. Key Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: • Proactively monitoring, negotiating and dealing with tenants’ leases including rent reviews, break clauses and lease expiries. You will need to be familiar with standard commercial leases and be able to interpret lease terms from leasing documents., • Selecting, instructing and monitoring letting agents on vacant commercial properties, whilst minimising costs of vacant properties., • Review, negotiate and agree Head of Terms ith prospective tenants via instructed agents., • Ensure the accuracy of property data is up to date and maintained on CRM system in respect of leases, service charges and insurance details, • Responsible for annual insurance renewal ensuring best value and billing recoverable premiums from appropriate tenants as well as managing insurance claims., • Instructing county court claims and managing post CCJ recovery action., • Dealing with applications for consent including alterations, assignments and underlettings., • Responsibility for block / building level compliance. Ensure statutory audits are undertaken, recorded and accounted for in the service charges for health & safety, fire, asbestos, water risk assessments and more., • Corresponding with VOA to deal with all business rates matters., • Approve service charge budgets, demands and apportionments., • Oversee Section 20 procedures for long term service contracts and major works., • Oversee that all projects are communicated to relevant residential and commercial tenants., • Liaise with accounts department for end of year service charge reconciliations, oversee the recovery of relevant recharges and service charge arrears. Essential experience: • Minimum 5 years comparable experience in a Commercial Asset Management role., • Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, together with strong commercial and financial acumen., • The ability to be hands-on and works as part of a wider commercial team is essential., • Accuracy and attention to detail essential. You need to be organised, able to prioritise, manage your time efficiently and work to deadlines., • Excellent communication and writing skills., • Proven influencing and negotiation skills., • Ability to work autonomously but also be a valuable member of the wider commercial team., • Previous use of Qube property management software preferred.

Head of Planning Location: UK (Hybrid) Sector: Infrastructure / Energy / Industrial Development Reports to: Projects Director Overview We are seeking an experienced Head of Planning to lead the planning function across a portfolio of complex development projects. This senior role will have responsibility for shaping planning strategy, managing applications from feasibility through consent, and providing expert internal advice to support long-term development objectives. The successful candidate will act as the organisation’s in-house planning authority, reducing reliance on third-party consultants while ensuring high-quality, compliant, and commercially sound planning outcomes. Key Responsibilities Planning Leadership & Delivery • Lead the end-to-end planning process for new development projects, including new sites, associated infrastructure, operational expansions, and variations., • Manage planning strategies, application submissions, and approvals across multiple concurrent projects., • Ensure planning risks, dependencies, and timelines are actively managed and mitigated., • Build strong, effective relationships with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, and other key stakeholders., • Represent the organisation at planning committees, public consultations, and strategic meetings., • Lead negotiations on planning conditions, obligations, and design amendments., • Monitor and interpret national, regional, and local planning policy, advising senior leadership on implications for development strategy and site acquisition., • Provide early-stage planning input to influence site selection, master planning, environmental assessments, and design development., • Advise on planning opportunities and constraints to support future pipeline growth., • Provide technical leadership to internal teams and manage external planning consultants and specialists., • Oversee consultant selection, scope, performance, and budgets., • Ensure consistently high standards of planning documentation, evidence, and reporting., • Act as the primary internal decision-maker on planning strategy within agreed authority levels., • Manage planning-related budgets and consultancy spend., • Escalate material risks or deviations affecting cost, scope, or programme to senior leadership. Skills, Experience & Qualifications • Degree-qualified in Town and Country Planning or a related discipline., • Chartered Member of the RTPI (or equivalent)., • 5–10+ years’ experience delivering planning outcomes for commercial, industrial, or infrastructure developments., • Strong working knowledge of planning legislation, environmental regulation, and development economics., • Proven experience managing complex planning applications and negotiations with planning authorities., • Confident providing robust, independent technical advice in-house., • Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. If you are interested in hearing more please reach out at or apply below.

Head of Operations, Growth and Expansion Founder-led, small, high-performing, hospitality group focused on growth and expansion London circa £100,000 salary plus bonus We are exclusively recruiting a Head of Operations, Growth and Expansion for a small, high-performing and growing hospitality group as it shifts from established and successful into a genuine scale-up and growth phase. Built on clear values around quality, provenance and standout customer experience, this independent hospitality brand has already built a loyal following and strong performance across a small group of London sites. With 3 new openings planned over the next 12 months and 4 the following year, with an overall goal of 10 over two years and a longer-term ambition beyond that, this business now needs an experienced operational leader to build the infrastructure that supports sustainable scale. This is not simply about running effective and smooth operations, it’s about designing what the next chapter looks like and playing an instrumental role in it. This role will partner closely with a founder to translate vision into consistent, people-led, commercially strong operations across a growing multi-site group. We’re looking for someone who has lived this journey before and has taken a small number of locations or cluster business into a larger, structured group. A builder, completer/finisher, someone who brings clarity and rigour without stripping the soul from its brand. The role You’ll own operational performance across the group, building the capability, leadership structure and systems required to support ambitious multi-site growth. A key part of this role is moving the business from instinct-led excellence to repeatable, disciplined performance - introducing and refining process, reporting rhythm and operational infrastructure without losing brand personality or pace. You’ll coach and develop site and emerging area leaders, strengthening the bench and defining the leadership layers needed for expansion, while embedding energy, accountability and pride. Working in close partnership with the founder, you’ll translate brand vision into scalable, safe and commercially robust operations. You’ll play a key role in shaping the operating model - from labour structures and reporting lines to performance cadence and new opening readiness. You’ll lead P&L performance, labour models, cost control and KPIs across existing sites and new openings, helping define how the organisation evolves as it scales from a tight cluster into a structured multi-site group. Strategic and hands on, you’ll be equally comfortable partnering with the founder, on operations strategy and in the day-to-day delivery and detail. Essential experience we’re looking for • Proven multi-site hospitality leadership (high-volume hospitality or QSR), • Direct experience scaling from small/cluster to established multi-site group - this role will likely suit someone who has helped take a business from circa 5 sites toward 15–20+ and is motivated by doing that journey again., • Knowledge and experience in multi-site management, expansion and QSR, • Demonstrable experience building systems and infrastructure for growth, • Strong commercial and P&L ownership across sites, • Experience building middle management layers and succession pipelines, • A builder of teams, culture and future leaders, • Clear values around food quality, provenance and standout customer experience, • Structured, organised and delivery-focused, • Hands-on, energetic and solutions-driven, • High emotional intelligence and natural gravitas, • Clear on ownership and accountability, • Comfortable and confident operating alongside a founder-led vision Most importantly: you’re someone people want to work with - collaborative, straight-talking, fun and invested. Interested in this exciting opportunity? Please apply via LinkedIn. Applications close: Wednesday 25th March 2026 Unfortunately, owing to high volumes of interest, applications and CVs cannot be accepted through individual LinkedIn messages or email. Every application will be reviewed and all candidates should expect to receive a response no later than one week post-closing date.

Background: Our client, a prominent GCC-based Pension Fund, is seeking an investment professional to join their Private Credit team. Reporting to the Private Credit Head, this individual would be responsible for executing their International Private Credit investment strategies through active external management. This individual will focus on sourcing opportunities, conducting due diligence, and managing external relationships to optimise portfolio performance while ensuring alignment with their return objectives. Role & Responsibilities: • Lead sourcing efforts alongside the Private Credit Head by leveraging external networks and evaluating their suitability for investment mandates, • Identify and collaborate with external asset managers to execute private credit investment strategies in line with the pension fund's objectives, • Lead due diligence on external private credit managers, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of their track records, operational capabilities, strategic alignment, and risk assessment, while reviewing analyses conducted by the Generalist Analyst, • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with international asset managers to access specialized expertise, niche market opportunities, and innovative private credit strategies, • Oversee the sourcing, evaluation, and management of private credit investments, ensuring alignment with the pension fund's investment strategy and risk-return profile, • Align the execution of private credit strategies with the pension fund's broader investment objectives and risk management framework, • Provide strategic recommendations to the Private Credit Head regarding adjustments to investment strategies based on market analysis and performance reviews, • Guide the Generalist Analyst in executing private credit investment strategies, ensuring rigorous financial analysis that supports decision-making, • Review and validate financial models and performance monitoring reports prepared by the Generalist Analyst, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment with the pension fund's objectives, • Provide mentorship and oversight to the Generalist Analyst, ensuring high-quality deliverables, alignment with investment objectives, and professional development, • Engage with credit rating agencies, regulatory bodies, and advisors to ensure compliance with private credit risk standards and stay informed of global market developments Experience & Requirements: • Minimum 5 years of experience in private credit investments, asset manager selection, or external management strategies, • Experience in sourcing and evaluating private credit investment opportunities across multiple geographies and sectors, • Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, underwriting methodologies, and portfolio optimization techniques, • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field, • Master’s degree in Finance, MBA or CFA designation is preferred

Global Head of Services and Delivery - Core Banking SaaS Driving Global Transformation in Cloud-Based Core Banking Solutions and SaaS | Own, Manage Lead Regional Heads of Services and Architects | Shaping the Future of Professional Services in Financial Technology | Championing Excellence Across Borders Join a globally recognized leader in fintech innovation, delivering cutting-edge digital banking solutions that set new industry standards. As the driving force behind our client’s service and delivery strategy, you will lead the global execution of transformational projects, driving excellence in the financial services sector across diverse markets worldwide. This role offers you a chance to influence global best practices, lead large-scale implementations, and build a sustainable competitive advantage for our client. Base Location: London For client: Fintech Global Leader ANKH ID: 203 As a visionary leader of international professional services, you will oversee the execution of our client’s Core Banking Solution on a global scale. This role places you at the forefront of a strategic evolution in financial services technology, leading a cross-functional global team to support institutions transitioning from traditional systems to agile, cloud-based solutions. Key Responsibilities: Global Project Execution & Delivery • Lead the successful global implementation of SaaS and on-premise Core Banking projects, overseeing migrations, upgrades, and ensuring high-quality delivery in alignment with customer expectations., • Drive the strategic allocation of resources across regions, collaborating with the Project Management Office and Centers of Excellence across regions for seamless project execution., • Ensure operational excellence by guiding and mentoring teams and partners across various regions to meet performance standards., • Partner with global sales and pre-sales teams to define professional services scope, prepare comprehensive project agreements, and lead negotiations at an international level., • Own, manage and provide leadership to the Regional and Cluster Heads, Partners, and manage Global Services through these heads, overseeing their teams to drive excellence across all operational areas, while ensuring regional and global expertise development across functional and technical domains., • Drive global talent strategies, enhancing professional development and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the team., • Collaborate with the talent team to build a strong global talent pipeline, align on hiring needs, make informed hiring decisions, and provide mentorship, support, and career development for team members while managing their professional growth across multiple regions., • Oversee global revenue forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring financial health through cost optimization, resource planning, and efficient backlog management., • Serve as the primary point of escalation for global customer concerns, mitigating risks quickly and ensuring proactive customer engagement strategies., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the global services team, refining frameworks, governance models, and delivery practices across regions., • Promote cross-functional alignment by facilitating communication between Product, Cloud IT, Support, and other teams to ensure client objectives are met. Required Experience & Qualifications: • Proven leadership experience managing global professional or managed services teams., • Deep expertise in SaaS and cloud-based software implementations, ideally within the financial services sector, is essential., • Solid understanding of Core Banking solutions is a must., • Exceptional stakeholder management experience, with a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively across international teams, clients, and partners., • Commercial acumen with a strong background in project scoping, financial planning, cost optimization, and resource management., • In-depth knowledge of technical, functional, and project management disciplines in a global context., • A structured and programmatic approach to global project execution, ensuring efficiency and best practices., • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field., • Fluency in English (other languages are a plus)., • Willingness to travel globally. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications without a detailed CV or those not meeting the mandatory requirements will not be considered. Your confidentiality is assured. If you do not hear from us within 15 days, you will be considered for future opportunities.

Take the next step in your career with us. Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge. We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs. Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members. Responsibilities/Duties: • Adjusting a portfolio of Professional Lines claims to include FI, D&O, E&O., • Set up, investigate and authorize claim payments within specified authority., • Review incoming claim correspondence on existing claims, formulate response and create workflows., • Prepare claims correspondence on questions of coverage and claim value within specified authority., • Instruct and manage experts (i.e. lawyers, counsel, experts) as required., • Negotiate and settle claims within specified authority and recommend reserves beyond authority to appropriate management as necessary., • Review and maintain caseload (i.e. reviewing incoming claim correspondence, formulating responses, maintaining an update to diary) in accordance with current internal claims procedures and comply with agreed key performance indicators., • Reserve in accordance with our claims’ philosophy., • Adhere to internal procedures (i.e. declinatures, large losses, complaints, fraud etc), • Draft/amend declinatures and refer into the head of PL and/or European Head of Claims for approval., • Manage and handle claims that fall outside any delegated authority., • Demonstrate ability to manage recoveries., • Carry out aged file/static claims reviews as required., • Proactively manage vendors, such as defence counsel and coverage counsel., • Demonstrate ability to influence good claims outcomes (re representing AW interests at market meetings, mediations, settlements, driving claims outcomes etc) where necessary., • Develop good relationships internally (senior management, underwriters, claims, finance etc)., • Work with underwriters to provide updates, evaluate exposures, and assist with development of policy wordings and other contractual documents where required., • Help build the claims proposition by developing good relationships externally for benefit of AW (e.g. vendors, brokers, clients etc) if necessary., • Display good management skills of direct reports., • Perform internal and on-site claim audits if required., • Prepare claim and statistical reports as required., • Assist with coordination of and carrying out of TPA audits when necessary., • Assist in management projects as required., • Prepare materials for line of business meetings., • Prepare claims materials for policy renewals where required., • Participate in annual claims presentation., • Have ability to step in and manage team in absence of VP (with supervision). Essential Requirements: • 10+ years of professional indemnity complex claims handling experience on both Company and Lloyd’s platforms., • Insurance related courses/experience are an advantage., • Excellent policy wordings knowledge., • Knowledge of London market essential., • Proven ability to work with senior management, claims/legal professionals, other insurers, brokers, affiliated companies and clients., • Excellent oral and written communication skills., • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently., • Excellent technical skills – coverage/defence/reserving/file management/KPI’s., • Excellent understanding of claims systems., • Strong business writing skills., • Ability to present well to senior management (Large Loss meetings etc)., • Some understanding of portfolio management and be able to interpret report on Claims MI and use EDW., • Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, Genius, TRAX, Open Box, ECF2., • A resilient self-starter who can immediately handle a diverse range of claims and responsibilities., • The ability to work well, remain calm under pressure and thrive in a team environment., • Appropriate behaviour in office and within team and must demonstrate positivity and proactivity. Working at Allied World Our team of over 1,600 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us: • Instant membership in the Allied World team — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey, • A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program, • Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources Global Presence We are headquartered in Bermuda, with offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, Labuan, London, Los Angeles, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Toronto and Zug. Our Business Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, and benefit from a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways. Allied World is an equal opportunity employer. Subject to applicable law, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, age, disability, military service, marital or civil partnership status, family status, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law or regulation in the relevant jurisdiction where we operate. To learn more, visit awac.com, or follow us on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/allied-world.

Head of Product Design – 12 Month FTC (Maternity Cover) 📍 London / Hybrid We’re partnering with an established ecommerce group behind several much-loved consumer brands used by millions of customers. They’re now looking for an experienced Head of Product Design to join on a 12-month maternity cover, leading design across one of the most important areas of the product. The Role As Head of Product Design, you’ll lead design for a core part of the customer experience focused on building stronger customer habits and increasing how often people return to the platform throughout the year. Working closely with senior leaders across Product, Engineering, CRM and Brand, you’ll help shape product strategy, influence roadmaps and ensure experiences across web and mobile are intuitive, emotionally engaging and commercially impactful. Alongside this, you’ll lead and coach a team of designers, raising the bar for craft while creating the conditions for teams to deliver thoughtful, high-quality work at pace. This is a high-impact interim role at an exciting moment for the business, with a preferred start between mid-April and early May. What You’ll Be Doing • Define and drive the design strategy for a critical product area., • Partner with Product and Engineering leadership to shape roadmaps and product direction., • Elevate the quality of end-to-end customer journeys across web and mobile., • Lead, coach and develop a team of Product Designers., • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation., • Embed customer insight and data into design decisions., • Strengthen design standards, rituals and ways of working., • Ensure design outcomes clearly support business and commercial goals. About You You’re an experienced design leader who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on product design leadership. • Proven experience leading Product Design teams in fast-paced, tech-led environments., • Currently operating as a Head of Product Design or equivalent leadership role., • Strong strategic thinker who also enjoys staying close to execution and craft., • Experienced in coaching senior IC designers and emerging leaders., • Comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams., • Strong understanding of web and mobile product development., • Confident working with design systems, Figma and modern design tooling., • Experience in loyalty, retention or frequency-driven products is a plus. If you’re a design leader who enjoys shaping strategy, developing teams and delivering meaningful customer experiences, this is a great opportunity to step into a high-impact role within a well-loved consumer product used by millions.

About the Company Since our establishment in 1997, Chery has been a pioneering force in China's automotive industry. With a steadfast commitment to independent innovation, we've earned a strong reputation for delivering high-quality vehicles and mobility solutions worldwide.With products exported to over 80 countries and regions, Chery has been the No.1 Chinese brand in export volume for 21 consecutive years.Join us as we continue to drive innovation, shape the future of mobility, and exceed expectations in the global automotive market. Connect with us for the latest news, career opportunities, and industry insights. About the Job The Spare Parts & Parts Logistics Manager is responsible for national parts business at head office, steering & developing all dealers and authorised workshops in the UK, and managing entire logistics, warehousing and distribution KPIs with our defined 3PL partner. This role is critical element of our customer service journey and Uptime promise and ensures efficient planning, inventory management and price strategy, while maintaining optimal service levels and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities • Logistics Operations Management, • Coordinate all pricing, ordering and international shipments with corporate HQ, • Manage daily operations of the entire spare parts logistics flow between China – UK – Dealer & 3PL partner, • Ensure highest standard of adherence to all KPIs set with 3PL partner, • Ensure warehouse compliance for inventory management, stock taking, product handling, and other required services, in accordance to our manufacturers standards, • Supply Chain & Inventory Management, • Develop and manage spare parts planning and delivery operations across assigned regions, • Ensure national stock inventory and rolling replenishment plans based on failure rates and vehicle telematics data, • Establish digital monitoring systems for the entire spare parts process flow and price settings, • Conduct regular spare parts inventory counts to ensure accuracy between physical and system records nationally, • Supplier & Third-Party Management, • Design & Deliver tender process for 3PL partner selection, then implement relationship after final decision, • Manage and monitor on daily basis logistics service provider selected, • Establish performance reviews with 3PL in frequent basis, • Be the link pin between China and the local 3PL to ensure all system integration and process flows, • Interface with all necessary cross-functional teams at all levels within the organization to ensure Uptime, • Performance Monitoring & Improvement, • Monitor all relevant KPIs according to preset levels and resolve issues with stakeholders, • Conduct regular analysis of spare parts availability rates, stagnation rates, inventory turnover, delivery times, • Prepare regular reports for senior management on parts revenue & logistics performance, • Improve operational efficiencies to increase processing capacity for customer orders, • Dealer Support, • Maintain all Recommended Spare Parts Lists (RSPL) for UK business across product lines, • Maintain all relevant parts pricing discount grouping for dealers and monitor market price competitiveness, • Support in all system related training for Parts business throughout the UK dealer network, • Coach and develop dealers in efficient parts best practices Education/Training • Bachelor's degree or higher in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field, • Other professional certificates in logistics or supply chain management is desirable Professional Experience • Experience, • 8-10 years of experience in National parts business in automotive industry, • 3 years of leadership experience with team management responsibilities, • Experience with 3PL relationship management, • Technical Skills, • Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP experience preferred), • Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, • Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, data analysis), • Understanding of international logistics (import/export, currency FX, customs clearance..), • Communication and Coordination Skills, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Mandarin and English, • Strong organizational and stakeholder coordination abilities, • Good team collaboration spirit, • Strong resilience, • Leadership Abilities, • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, • Ability to independently organize and develop project workflows and progress tracking, • Work Environment, • Delivering complex cross-functional projects in fast-paced environments, • Flexibility to working hours in order to coordinate with China HQ, • Represents engineering teams locally in UK when communicating with internal and external organizations Languages Business fluency in English (Spoken, Reading & Writing)

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded P&C to join a growing organisation at a pivotal stage of its development. We are looking for a senior HR&People Consultant who will shape and implement our People and Culture strategy, building strong foundations that will enable our business to scale successfully. This role is ideal for someone looking for 2-3 days part-time or portfolio work, while still having a meaningful impact at a strategic level. We’re happy to discuss your flexible working arrangements. You will be a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team, responsible for driving the people agenda, leading organisational change, and establishing robust HR policies, processes, and frameworks from scratch. What you’ll be doing: People Strategy & Leadership • Develop and deliver a comprehensive People and Culture strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans, • Shape and embed a positive, high-performing organisational culture, • Design and implement organisational structures that support business growth, • Develop workforce planning and succession strategies, • Create scalable people frameworks suitable for a growing organisation, • Create and implement people-focused policies and procedures from scratch, • Ensure compliance with employment law and best HR practices, • Build and implement performance management frameworks, • Develop learning and development strategies to support employee growth, • Create an employee experience framework that promotes engagement and retention, • Proven experience as a Head of HR / Head of People / People Director or similar senior role, • Experience of creating a People strategy from scratch, • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance, • Experience in growing organisations or scale-up environments, • A track record of designing and implementing HR frameworks, policies, and processes, • Experience in leadership development and succession planning, • Motivated by building something from the ground up Gülermak Renewables is the renewable energy investment arm of Gülermak, a leading international infrastructure contractor with a 65-year track record of delivering complex projects to the highest standards of quality, ethics and execution. Headquartered in London, the renewables business operates as an independently managed platform, focused on the UK and Europe, with core investments in solar, onshore wind and battery energy storage, and a forward-looking view on technologies shaping the future energy system. With strong financial backing and deep infrastructure expertise, we build, own and operate renewable assets that deliver stable long-term cash flows. Our portfolio has reached c.650 MW to date, with clear ambition and strong momentum to scale materially in the near term. This role represents an exceptional opportunity to join a high-performing, entrepreneurial team comprising talented professionals with deep experience across renewables and infrastructure. You will have meaningful responsibility across the business, in a culture that rewards ownership, performance and merit.

Fraud Data Analyst About the Business: LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions help our customers solve difficult problems in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Identity Authentication & Verification, Fraud and Credit Risk mitigation and Customer Data Management. You can learn more about LexisNexis Risk at the link below, About our Team: You will be part of a team of analysts using global data from the largest real-time fraud detection platform to optimise solutions for our enterprise customers. About the role: As a Fraud Data Analyst, you’ll use global data from the largest real-time fraud detection platform to craft solutions for our enterprise customers. Your experience with data analysis, investigating suspicious behavior and providing new insights to customers will lead to immediate real-world impact in the form of lower customer friction, reduced fraud losses and as a result, increased customer profitability. You’ll leverage a real-time platform analyzing billions of transactions per month for some of the largest companies operating in Financial Services, Insurance, e-Commerce, and On-Demand Services. These tools will allow you to attain a unique perspective of the Internet and every persona connected to it. You’ll be continually collaborating with internal product and engineering teams, customer-facing account teams, and external business leaders and risk managers. The comprehensive policy you build will go head-to-head against some of the most motivated attackers in the world to protect billions in revenue. Responsibilities: • Investigate: Conduct in-depth reviews of complex fraud cases to identify trends and actionable insights, documenting your findings and making clear recommendations on how to mitigate risk., • Analytics: Use your SQL and Python skills to increase our customers’ fraud capture while reducing false positives, conducting offline analysis of customer data to expose patterns and statistically tune policies. Produce executive-level reports and own the end-to-end delivery of your recommendations by writing rules into the ThreatMetrix® decision engine., • Business Intelligence and reporting: Build dashboards & reports to track value delivered by the solution, with an increasing focus on more bespoke external-facing dashboards that surface the most important insights to each customer, • Presentation: Use your strong attention to detail and ability to craft a story through data, delivering industry-leading presentations for external and executive audiences with non-technical backgrounds, • Customer focus: Scope, plan and deliver customer-focused projects including root cause analysis, reports, dashboards, rule mining and health checks. Demonstrate a professional and customer-centric persona when interacting directly with customers via phone, e-mail, and chat., • Collaborate: Collaborate with ThreatMetrix teams including Products, Engineering, Sales and other Professional Services colleagues around the world to continually redefine best practices Requirements: • Excellent knowledge of Python and SQL (BI tools such as SuperSet, Tableau or PowerBI is a bonus), • Extensive analytical and problem-solving skills, with a deep curiosity, • Exceptional attention to detail to ensure quality of project delivery for customers stands out amongst industry peers, • Track record of building external and executive reports and presentations, • Interest or experience in consulting within the risk, fraud or payments industry, • Experience of working with fraud system management, such as ThreatMetrix, Emailage, Featurespace, Hunter, Iovation, BioCatch, Actimize Falcon, etc., • Extensive multi-tasking and prioritization skills. Needs to excel in fast paced environment with frequently changing priorities, • Fluency in more than one language spoken across EMEA is a bonus, but not essential. Working for you: We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer: • Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days, • Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits, • Wellbeing programs, • Life Assurance, • Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme, • Save As You Earn share option scheme, • Travel Season ticket loan, • Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Optional Dental Insurance, • Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children, • RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you, • Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer, • Access to extensive learning and development resources, • Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work

Junior Talent Acquisition Partner This is a great opportunity to progress your Talent experience within a fast-moving, heritage Fashion Brand - you will be providing a full 360 Talent service, undertaking Head Office Recruitment Key Responsibilities: End-to-End Recruitment and undertaking all administration from uploading job specs through to organising interviews (within Head Office Recruitment) Sourcing Talent and utilising a variety of sourcing methods to attract high-quality candidates Innovative Strategies and continuously brainstorm and implement new ways to attract external candidates. Brand Ambassadorship: Be a brand Ambassador to promote Brand values Technology - utilising recruitment systems to manage recruitment processes, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in candidate tracking. Candidate Assessment. Partnership Building - building strong relationships with hiring managers and the Talent Manager Experience: Proven internal or Agency recruitment experience is essential, ideally within Head Office Recruitment - any background within Fashion or Retail would be beneficial LinkedIn Proficiency: Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter to source and engage talent effectively. Proactive Attitude: A proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative and drive results. Communication Skills: Strong communication skills with a people-first approach, ensuring positive interactions with candidates and stakeholders. This is a hybrid role, and the company offers an excellent salary/benefit package, with a strong career path.

At COREcruitment, we are global specialists in recruitment across the hospitality, leisure, retail, and service industries. With offices across the UK, Europe, North America, and beyond, we partner with some of the world’s most exciting brands to deliver exceptional talent solutions. Our head office is based in Old Street, London, and we offer hybrid working following successful completion of probation. We pride ourselves on our sector expertise, international reach, and a people-first approach, supporting both clients and candidates with tailored, high-quality recruitment solutions. The Role We are looking for a driven and ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. This is a 360 recruitment role where you will manage the full recruitment lifecycle; from business development and client management to candidate sourcing and placement. Key Responsibilities • Develop new business opportunities and build a strong client portfolio, • Develop and manage client relationships within hospitality, leisure, or related sectors, • Source, screen, and interview high-quality candidates, • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of talent using databases, job boards, and social media, • Provide expert advice to clients and candidates throughout the hiring process, • Achieve and exceed revenue and placement targets, • Stay up to date with market trends and industry insights About You • Previous experience in recruitment or a sales-driven environment, • Passion for the hospitality, retail, or service industries preferred, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, • Target-driven, ambitious, and resilient, • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple roles, • A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset What We Offer • Competitive base salary + uncapped commission, • Clear career progression and development opportunities, • International exposure and opportunities across global markets, • A collaborative, inclusive, and high-energy team culture, • Incentives including holidays, team events, and rewards for top performers, • Perks such as birthday leave, wellbeing support, and regular social events Why Join Us? At COREcruitment, you’ll be part of a close-knit, ambitious team with deep industry knowledge and global reach. We combine expertise with personality, creating an environment where you can thrive, grow, and succeed.

WHO WE ARE Be part of a bold new chapter in content creation through a ground-breaking collaboration between M&S and The Production Factory. Together, we’re launching a dynamic new creative hub at the iconic Big Sky Studios – a purpose-built space to spark imagination, foster creativity and deliver excellence. This is more than a job; it’s a rare opportunity to help shape the visual identity of one of Britain’s best loved brands. REPORTING The role will report to the Head of Production and Operations ROLE OVERVIEW Working between The Production Factory and M&S, you will push creative boundaries while hitting commercial expectations and maintaining the core M&S brand identity. You will act as a creative brand guardian for M&S, working as part of a collaborative team with a clear mantra: this is not fashion ecomm as we know it. You will ensure that the output of work is continually meeting expectations, shot count, creative guidelines and quality. A confident fashion creative. Working closely with internal M&S and studio production teams to deliver industry-leading imagery. Approximately 4 days on set, 1 day prep/projects KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • On set art direction on M&S fashion model sets at the studios, acting as creative brand guardian working closely with M&S internal creative team to deliver to their brief. Both still life and model – including AV/ special projects/ collaborations, • Shooting menswear, womenswear (lingerie) and kidswear., • Build a keen understanding of the M&S visual identity and brand guidelines, ensuring this is always reflected in the on-set art direction., • Create moodboards as and when required, to continue to evolve the vision of .com imagery – ensuring references on set are relevant and up to date., • Brief on-set teams with the creative vision, including photographers, freelance art directors, hair and make-up. Provide clear feedback to on-set teams and give final approval on hair and makeup, lighting and props, ensuring both adhere to the overall M&S brief., • Support and nurture freelance art directors on set, ensuring shoots are on brief, hitting the brand vision, imagery selections/crops that creatively tell our product stories., • Attend daily PPMs with on-set crews and production leads., • Work with the Creative Lead and M&S imagery teams to evolve the freelance talent roster, building a pipeline of fresh, relevant talent and a reliable freelance network to build our collated environments., • Review fashion rails with the on-set stylist to create stories and inspire the art direction (working closely with the internal M&S styling team), • Attend monthly site walks of ‘New In’ on M&S.com, collaborating with the M&S imagery team on what is and isn’t working., • Work with the production and M&S imagery teams to brief props and set builds., • Keep abreast of creative trends, continuously looking for disruptive and innovative ideas and concepts., • Provide retouching notes to a suitable level that delivers consistency & flag ongoing retouch/output quality issues with the production team., • Step up and support the Creative Lead in their absence, as required. SKILLS • Mid-weight in level with around 5 years of experience working as a fashion art director for brands, editorial or agency work. This role is a mix of commercial and editorial vision., • E-commerce experience is a plus., • Experience overseeing a team and working collaboratively with creative teams., • An interest in fashion, design, emerging trends and technology., • An eye for discovering up-and-coming talent to bring into the business., • Strong portfolio of art direction and design., • Confident using the Adobe suite., • Confident directing and briefing photographers, videographers and stylists., • A natural team player who’s also able to deliver feedback and constructively challenge., • A multi-tasker who enjoys overseeing multiple sets and creative requests, and embraces a challenge in a fast-paced environment. WORKING FOR US • Great workplace at a new state-of-the-art content studio in the heart of London, • Free home cooked lunches with a changing menu delivered by our talented in-house chefs, • 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays., • Company Pension scheme, • Family is massively important to us, so we have a broad range of family-friendly working policies in place, including enhanced leave options As an equal opportunities employer, The Production Factory is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

Role – Group Financial Risk Manager Who are we? Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mind-set, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 100 countries. Our people are our biggest asset as well as our largest shareholder group and are everything that makes us unique; our inclusive culture, the quality service we offer our clients, and our continued growth, all come from our people-first approach. There’s no such thing as individual success. We all need to play our part, contributing our skills and experience to make a true difference. That’s Howden. Why work at Howden? We have always been employee-owned and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. Right from the beginning, we've focused on employing talented individuals and empowering them to make a real difference to the company, whilst building successful and fulfilling careers at the same time. Simply put, we hire talented specialists and give them what they need to make a difference for clients. Always have, always will. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down disappointed head-hunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. What is the role? We are looking for a Group Financial Risk Manager to join our growing team. The role is based in London, reporting to the Group Risk Director, within the Group Risk function. The successful candidate will take responsibility for and support the team’s objectives to drive greater transparency and consistency in the management and oversight of financial risks across the group. This role is highly visible requiring interaction with senior stakeholders across all business divisions globally. What will you be doing? Your primary role will be to support the Group Risk team to deliver independent second-line risk management oversight of the Group’s financial risks. This is a developing discipline for the Group and so the candidate must be someone who is comfortable contributing to the development of technical processes as well as delivering on the day to day work requirements of the role. The individual will be responsible for working closely with Group stakeholders to review, analyse and report on the financial risks the business is taking in pursuit of it’s strategic objectives. The individual will be responsible for monitoring the Group’s risk appetite with regard to financial risks and would be expected to support the annual or as required ad hoc update of the Group’s Risk Appetite Framework such that deliverables meet the required timeline. The individual would be expected to contribute to design and review of the Group Risk Framework and the oversight of its effectiveness. The individual would be responsible for developing and progressing the Group’s current methodologies for oversight of financial risks to cover areas such as scenario analysis and stress tests, thematic reviews, and risk monitoring. The individual will contribute to how the Group Risk team supports and partners with divisional Chief Risk Officers and Group Risk Owners to implement the risk management framework globally. The individual will be responsible for presenting the outcomes and any recommendations of any risk analysis they complete to appropriate stakeholder groups including senior management in the Group and where required at Risk Committee(s). What are we looking for? This is a technical role which would suit someone who has experience of financial risk oversight in the insurance industry, including experience or involvement in supporting organisations to meet their financial risk regulatory requirements. Whilst the candidate would be someone who is likely to have specialised to date in financial risk, we are looking for someone who can combine this expertise with taking an enterprise view of risk in a global group. The individual would be expected to have a quantitative risk background, and to ensure success in the role they must be able to combine this technical ability with excellent communication skills, so that complex and technical topics can be clearly explained to management. As an insurance intermediary Howden’s regulated businesses are required to follow certain practices when it comes to the management of financial risk. The candidate would be expected to work closely with existing teams and leadership responsible for Howden’s regulatory capital requirements to support existing, and develop new, techniques as appropriate. The successful individual is likely to be someone who has a good level of knowledge regarding technical scenario analysis and stress testing. This role would suit someone who has developed a good grounding in risk management, and who is looking to take the next step in their risk management career. The successful candidate would have the opportunity to contribute to how the Group risk team develops its capabilities now and into the future at an exciting time for the Group. The successful applicant must be willing to work in a team environment, attend the office, and build relationships with colleagues to effectively contribute to the culture of the Group Risk function. We are looking for someone who is therefore willing to participate in shaping the direction of the team, to help us achieve our goals, and ultimately to support our purpose of helping the group grow safely. What do we offer in return? A career that you define. Our business succeeds by allowing our people to make a mark in the areas they care about most: personal development, volunteering, and fundraising for charity, or creating new insurance products that address society’s greatest challenges. And we know that separate home and work lives don't really exist. If you're happy and healthy at home, you're more likely to be happy and fulfilled at work – and vice versa. That's why we do our best to support our people in every aspect of their lives. Diversity and Inclusion At Howden we value diversity - there is no one Howden ‘personality type’. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: • Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new, • We support each other, in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges, • We are determined to make a positive difference, at work and beyond We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect – regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or family circumstances. Our sustainability promise We’re on a life-long journey to become an ever-more sustainable group. It's a commitment to taking care of our people and the world we live in, to doing good business, and to making a positive impact wherever we can. Our governance processes, company policies, and review systems are all geared towards our goal of making a positive impact in the world. You can read more about our sustainability work here.

Role Title – Director, Physical Risk Location - London Who are we? Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. We're experts helping clients adapt and thrive in a changing world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mind-set, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees and spanning 56 countries. Our people are our biggest asset as well as our largest shareholder group and are everything that makes us unique; our inclusive culture, the quality service we offer our clients, and our continued growth, all come from our people-first approach. There’s no such thing as individual success. We all need to play our part, contributing our skills and experience to make a true difference. That’s Howden. Why work at Howden? We have always been employee-owned and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. Right from the beginning, we've focused on employing talented individuals and empowering them to make a real difference to the company, whilst building successful and fulfilling careers at the same time. Simply put, we hire talented specialists and give them what they need to make a difference for clients. Always have, always will. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down disappointed head-hunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. What we’re looking for Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Physical Risk Consultant to lead strategic engagements at the intersection of climate science, natural catastrophe, insurance, and corporate risk advisory. This role is ideal for a seasoned expert with deep technical knowledge of climate science, a strong grasp of insurance risk frameworks, risk engineering and a proven ability to advise multinational corporates on resilience and adaptation strategies. This role combines technical expertise in climate and natural catastrophe modelling with strong interpersonal skills, a passion for innovation and the ability to translate climate science into actionable insights for clients navigating the challenges of natural hazards, extreme weather events, climate change, extreme weather, and long-term environmental shifts. What you’ll be doing Key Responsibilities: • Lead the development and delivery of tailored solutions to help clients identify, assess, and manage their physical climate risks, translating climate data and risk insights into practical, decision‑ready actions., • Lead and support tailored physical risk assessments and scenario analyses using nat cat/insurance models, climate models and geospatial analytics to evaluate exposure across global asset portfolios and single-asset deep dives. Oversee the use of climate models (CMIP6, downscaling techniques, etc.), hazard mapping, and geospatial analytics to support risk quantification., • Translate scientific insights into commercial implications for insurers, reinsurers, and corporate clients across sectors such as energy, finance, infrastructure, and manufacturing. Translate technical findings into strategic recommendations aligned with client objectives., • Advise on regulatory and disclosure frameworks including TCFD, ISSB, CSRD, and emerging climate stress testing requirements and climate scenario analysis., • Design and implement climate risk strategies that integrate with enterprise risk management, insurance placement, and sustainability goals., • Serve as a subject matter expert on nat cat and climate science to the rest of the Physical Risk Advisory team. Stay abreast of emerging nat cat and climate science, regulatory trends, and technological advancements., • Engage with senior stakeholders to shape climate resilience roadmaps, investment decisions, and risk transfer strategies., • Collaborate with internal teams across actuarial, ESG, engineering, and data science to deliver integrated solutions., • Business Development: support proposal development, pitch strategy, and client relationship building, • Identify market opportunities and contribute to the growth of climate services across industries., • Represent the team in external forums, regulatory consultations, industry working groups and thought leadership initiatives., • Lead the CRR Physical Risk team and mentor mid and junior consultants and contribute to capability development across the climate risk practice. What qualifications we’re looking for Qualifications and Experience: • 15+ years of experience in nat cat and climate risk, insurance, or corporate advisory consulting, with a focus on physical risks., • Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in climate science, meteorology, environmental engineering, or related discipline., • Deep expertise in nat cat and climate science and hazard and loss modelling (e.g., flood, wildfire, heat stress, windstorm) and their financial impacts., • Strong understanding of insurance risk frameworks, risk engineering, catastrophe modelling, and exposure management., • Proven track record of advising corporates on climate risk, resilience, and regulatory alignment., • Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to boards, regulators, and investor groups., • Strategic mindset with the ability to bridge science, finance, and action. What do we offer in return? A career that you define. Our business succeeds by allowing our people to make a mark in the areas they care about most: personal development, volunteering, and fundraising for charity, or creating new insurance products that address society’s greatest challenges. And we know that separate home and work lives don't really exist. If you're happy and healthy at home, you're more likely to be happy and fulfilled at work – and vice versa. That's why we do our best to support our people in every aspect of their lives. Diversity and Inclusion At Howden we value diversity - there is no one Howden ‘personality type’. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: • Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new, • We support each other, in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges, • We are determined to make a positive difference, at work and beyond We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect – regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or family circumstances. Reasonable adjustments We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*. If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more. Our sustainability promise We’re on a life-long journey to become an ever-more sustainable group. It's a commitment to taking care of our people and the world we live in, to doing good business, and to making a positive impact wherever we can. Our governance processes, company policies, and review systems are all geared towards our goal of making a positive impact in the world. You can read more about our sustainability work here.

Job Title: Lead Houdini Artist (Motion Design / VFX) Reporting to: Creative Director / Head of Production Role Overview We are seeking a Lead Houdini Artist to join a high-performing, agile creative team in the UAE. This role is positioned as a senior, hands-on specialist, focused on delivering exceptional Houdini-based work across motion design, VFX, and real-time pipelines. This is not a traditional team management role. Instead, the Lead will act as a right hand to leadership, bringing strong ownership, technical depth, and the ability to drive projects end-to-end. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable working directly with clients, guiding internal teams, and executing complex Houdini work themselves. Key Responsibilities Creative & Technical Execution • Lead the creation of high-quality Houdini-based simulations, procedural systems, and visual effects, • Deliver hands-on work across motion design, VFX, and real-time environments, • Ensure creative output aligns with client expectations and project briefs, • Take full ownership of projects from brief through to final delivery, • Manage feedback loops between clients and internal teams, ensuring clarity and efficiency, • Oversee project flow using task management systems and production pipelines, • Act as a confident, client-facing representative during key stages of delivery, • Translate client requirements into actionable creative and technical direction, • Brief, guide, and support team members to ensure strong execution, • Provide mentorship and technical input without formal line management responsibility, • Step in to support operational delivery when needed, ensuring continuity across projects Target Background / Ideal Experience We are particularly interested in candidates coming from: • Motion design studios with strong use of Houdini in their pipelines, • VFX houses, particularly within commercial and advertising environments, • Select game development studios where Houdini is embedded in the production pipeline Key Requirements • 5+ years of experience working with Houdini in motion design, VFX, or related fields, • Strong portfolio demonstrating procedural workflows, simulations, and high-end visual output, • Proven ability to work in client-facing roles and manage feedback effectively, • Experience with production pipelines, task management systems, and collaborative workflows, • Strong understanding of rendering workflows (Redshift, Arnold, Karma, or similar)

About the Company: About M3: A Japanese global leader in the provision of ground-breaking and innovative technological and research solutions to the healthcare industry. The M3 Group operates in the US, Asia, and Europe with over 5.8 million physician members globally via its physician websites which include mdlinx.com, m3.com, research.m3.com, Doctors.net.uk, medigate.net, and medlive.cn. M3 Inc. is a publicly traded company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (jp:2413, NIKKEI 225) with subsidiaries in major markets including the US, UK, Japan, South Korea, and China, and in 2020 was ranked in Forbes’ Global 2000 list. The M3 Group provides services to healthcare and the life science industry. In addition to market research, these services include medical education, ethical drug promotion, clinical development, job recruitment, and clinic appointment services. M3 has offices in Japan, UK, France, Germany, Brazil, Sweden, China, USA, and South Korea, as well as India. Job Description The Head of Client Services will be responsible for standardising project delivery to optimise client satisfaction, project level gross profit, employee retention, and revenue delivery for a significant portion of our UK division. The candidate will directly manage/coach/mentor the staff and will develop and promote new policies for the operational team. This is the ideal role for someone who has experience in managing a team focused on healthcare fieldwork, market research and recruitment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to the following: • Manage, mentor, appraise and develop allocated staff, ensuring they are working effectively and managing projects to success, • Build strong client relationships and develop and oversee client service improvement plans, ensuring their successful execution and providing a consistent and solution-oriented approach across each touch point of the client journey, • Responsible for optimising client satisfaction in each step of the project lifecycle, • Provide support from a compliance standpoint to operational team. Ensuring adverse events report trainings are completed, ISO, GDPR and other compliance guidelines are followed, • Partner with the Engineering department to further improve our project management systems and create improved efficiencies, • Create a strong culture of excellence which aligns with M3GR’s core values and deliver strategic level initiatives, • Assist with the integration of future acquisitions to ensure best practices and servicing are continued through the transition period, • Provide excellent problem solving to our clients. Ensure a focus on preventing and resolving project issues, • Partner with Human Resources to identify, onboard and retain the best industry talent, • Ensure that the qualitative team is upskilled by regular trainings on communication, compliance, and project management skills. Putting client centricity at the center of delivery, • Ensure training and processes are well documented, and followed by staff, • Monitor and maintain capacity across team, to ensure workload is equitably distributed and manageable, identifying hiring needs and solutions to drive efficiencies and productivity, • Responsible for overseeing that the team meets stated KPIs for financial, panel and client satisfaction goals, provide regular reports on staff performance, • Work with M3GR department heads to ensure cross-department teams are working efficiently and effective in a collaborative setting, • Champion a culture of compliance throughout the organization to ensure everyone complies with external regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures, • Work in business process analysis, design and optimization to enable delivery of exceptional performance, championing compliance by design and building compliance requirements into processes and technology development, • Support the operational integration of acquired businesses to ensure best practices and servicing are continued through the transition period, • Forge strong relationships with other divisions, • Ensure seamless collaboration with sales to create an industry leading client experience, • Work effectively with programming and fieldwork teams to accelerate timelines Qualifications Education and Training Required: • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Market Research Project Management/Operations, • Minimum of 3 years managing a staff of 3+ employees, • Extensive experience in an active Project Management role in the medical/healthcare market research field, • Thorough understanding of qualitative domestic and international market research projects, • Ability to lead a team made up of both junior and senior team members, • Self-motivated and able to (re)prioritize tasks throughout the workday, • Exceptional time management, organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask, • Well-developed analytical and creative problem-solving skills, • The ability to work autonomously and in a team environment to successfully meet study specific and departmental objectives, • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Additional Information Benefits: • 25 days annual leave, • Participation in an annual bonus scheme linked to the profitability of the business, • Pension 4%/4% employee/employer contributions of qualifying earnings, • Company’s medical cash plan. As part of the cash plan you have access to subsidised gym membership and a staff discount scheme, • Cycle scheme

Our client a global advisory firm is hiring an Associate Director to join their strategic intelligence practice in Japan. They are seeking an independent, organised, and experienced project manager with a 5-to-7-year track record in the business intelligence sector or another field of consulting, such as strategy and management, regulatory, or political risk and geopolitical consulting. The role will be based in their Tokyo office, with at least three to six months of initial training at their headquarters in London. As Associate Director you will; Independently manage enhanced due diligence and strategic intelligence investigations across jurisdictions in the APAC region, with a focus on Japan. Responsibilities include: • Deciding on and structuring lines of inquiry based on an assessment of potential commercial, regulatory, and political risks and opportunities., • Identifying human sources in and outside of the firm’s network and drafting strategies to engage relevant sources., • Developing an investigative plan for pursuing multiple lines of enquiry through a combination of open-source research and human source enquiries., • Identifying, vetting, and cultivating a range of human sources across Japan and major Asian geographies., • Oversee the management and operations in our Tokyo office, including: Line management of junior colleagues such as analysts, senior analysts, and managers., • Liaising with other members of the Asia team across the London and Singapore offices., • Developing training plans and initiatives to improve operations and processes for the Tokyo office., • Assisting the Head of Japan with operational and business development responsibilities as needed. Debriefing clients (mainly private equity and multinational corporates), i.e.:, • Preparing verbal briefings tailored to commercial audiences following consulting best practices., • Managing high-pressure client interactions in meetings with deal teams, legal teams and/or C-suites. Drafting written deliverables for clients, which includes synthesising, analysing, and creating value from intelligence sources., • Identifying and benchmarking risks and opportunities within the context of a wider sector or geography., • Presenting clearly structured, narrative-driven reports to a commercial audience. Required Qualifications & Capabilities • Fluency in English at the highest level of written and verbal communication., • Professional working proficiency in Japanese, • High level of cultural awareness of working in Japan and with Japanese corporate clients., • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the business intelligence industry, or a relevant industry such as strategy and management, regulatory, or political risk and geopolitical consulting., • Foundational understanding of the main business, as well as political and regulatory trends in Asia, with a focus on Japan. Key competencies include: • High levels of commercial awareness, including an ability to quickly grasp a target company’s value chain and business model, and exposure to commercial, regulatory, and political risks., • Ability to manage and cultivate a strong team culture., • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills., • Robust professional judgement across the areas of project execution and client management., • A self-starter mentality and ability to produce high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight., • Experience of living and working in Japan would be highly advantageous.

Puma Investments are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team in London. Puma Investments raises funds from a variety of sources including wealth managers and IFAs from the very large including SJP, Barclays Wealth, Evelyn Partners, and Cazenove, through regional players to the very small independents, from execution-only brokers and from HNWs. We also work with leading wrap platforms including Fidelity, Aberdeen, M&G and Transact. Within this role, you will work as part of the overall Business Development team, playing a crucial part in raising the profile of Puma Investments and our range of investment offers. The primary focus will be on developing existing and new relationships with UK Financial Advisers in the western Home Counties (predominantly Hertfordshire, Middlesex and Surrey). This role is a Certified role under the FCA’s Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR). This means you will be subject to some regulatory background checks before you start in role and evidence of your qualifications will also be required where necessary. Role Responsibilities: • Work closely with the regional Internal BDM to provide ongoing support, assistance and exceptional customer service for our clients, both current and prospective, • Build and deliver the business plan for the region, • Responsible for promoting and fundraising for Puma Investments’ range of offerings, including VCT, EIS and IHT offers through proactive measures to increase fundraising through proactive measures including conducting face to face meetings, hosting training events such as workshops and seminars and executing any initiatives agreed with the Head of Business Development, • Work with the regional Internal BDM to handle incoming queries (in meetings, on phone calls or via email) from financial intermediaries, actioning as appropriate, • Attend and speak at roadshows and events, acting as an ambassador for Puma Investments, • Gather feedback via the adviser market to help develop new products and campaigns, • Work closely with the Client Relations, Operations (Client Onboarding and Fund Operations & Data), and Marketing teams to facilitate the best support possible for our primary clients Experience Required: • Demonstrable experience in a sales role, specifically focused on investment products, • Experience working with intermediaries, particularly IFAs, ideally in respect of tax-efficient products, • Excellent client relationship management and interpersonal skills, with the motivation and ability to deliver exceptional customer service, • High quality consultative sales skills and approach, • Ability to build and grow own bank of clients (advisers), • Possess a drive and attitude to excel in a high-performing sales-based environment whilst maintaining high levels of client service and integrity demonstrated across the business, • Interest in self-development, continually looking for ways to improve and develop individually and the business, • An ability and appetite to learn a new product set, • Experience of using CRM systems, Excel and PowerPoint Personal Attributes: • Kind, • Values-driven, • Excellent communicator, • Collaborative and approachable, • Adaptable and willing to get stuck into whatever needs doing, • Depth of character and gravitas but operating with humility, • The drive and attitude to excel in a high performing environment whilst maintaining high levels of integrity, • Energy, dynamism, and passion for complex business challenge, • Organised, rigorous and disciplined, • Pragmatic and practical, • Inquisitive, keen to understand ‘why?’ About Us Founded in 2012, Puma Capital Group is an award-winning investment manager operating within the tax efficient space and is a leading provider of growth capital to UK SMEs and property finance to developers and real estate investors. The Puma Capital Group comprises four businesses focused on delivering long-term sustainable growth for our investors and partners: • Puma Investments, • Puma Property Finance, • Puma Growth Partners, • Puma Public Markets Collectively the Group has over £1 billion in assets under management, supports over 14,000 investors, and has funded over £2 billion in property developments across the UK. We are proud to have assisted dozens of businesses across the UK elevate and build to deliver on their brilliant ideas. In the years since we were set up, Puma Capital Group has grown significantly. We are now around 140 people across the Group, with our staff working from our head office in London, and regional offices in Manchester and Edinburgh. It is an exceptionally exciting time for our business. Combining our already very strong track record with ambitious growth strategies, we have already developed our market share substantially and are looking to build further on our success. At Puma, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity, or disability status. We strive to provide a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Our commitment to equal opportunity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. Importantly, research shows that men typically apply for roles when around 60% of the criteria is met, however, women and other underrepresented people often only apply when they tick every box. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point outlined in the role description, please do still get in touch – we would love to hear from you!

• Head of Business Development, • £65,000 – £80,000 base + Double OTE, • London | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home) Our client is a rapidly expanding managed services provider supporting upper mid-market organisations with secure, high-performance IT infrastructure. With strong revenue growth already established and ambitious plans to more than double in size over the coming years, the business is investing heavily in its commercial engine. This is an exciting moment to join — offering the opportunity to influence strategy, build market presence and directly shape how new business growth is delivered during a major scaling phase. The Head of Business Development will drive net-new client acquisition while helping evolve the organisation’s outbound sales capability. This is a player-manager role combining hands-on enterprise sales with leadership of business development activity and pipeline generation. Role Highlights • Own new business revenue targets across managed IT, cloud infrastructure and cyber security services, • Generate pipeline through proactive outreach, networking, referrals and tender opportunities, • Lead consultative discovery with senior stakeholders and convert opportunities into long-term clients, • Mentor and elevate a BDR team, improving prospecting quality and outbound strategy, • Partner with technical and marketing teams to design compelling, solution-led proposals You Will Need • Demonstrated success winning net-new accounts within IT services, cloud or managed services, • Strong hunter mentality with the ability to build pipeline independently, • Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles, • Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills, • Commercial acumen to translate technical solutions into clear business value Why You’ll Love It • £65k–£80k base salary with double OTE potential, • Uncapped commission structure rewarding high performance, • Hybrid working model with flexibility built in, • Leadership exposure while remaining hands-on in revenue generation, • Clear progression within a rapidly scaling technology services organisation, • Strong technical delivery capability supporting sales success, • Investment in CRM, sales infrastructure and go-to-market strategy, • Opportunity to influence how the sales function evolves as the company grows Apply today to grow your career with a forward-thinking employer committed to equal opportunity. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we strive to create and maintain a working environment in which everyone is able to make the best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. • Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of HR to join a growing hospitality business. This role will work closely with the founder and senior leadership team to shape and deliver the development and implementation of a strong people strategy that supports operational excellence, performance management, and career development. The role: • Develop and deliver a commercial people strategy aligned with business growth and operational performance, • Partner with senior leadership and operations to drive business performance through effective people management, • Ensure HR policies, procedures and compliance frameworks are robust, commercially focused, and consistently applied across the business, • Lead and embed a performance management culture, ensuring clear accountability and measurable objectives, • Support operational teams in delivering consistent customer experience through strong people management practices, • Lead organisational change initiatives including business restructuring, growth projects and acquisitions where required, • Develop and implement efficient HR systems and processes to improve operational effectiveness and reduce risk, • Manage and develop high quality HR support Experience: • Strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset, • Highly driven with excellent leadership and communication skills, • Lead HR initiatives relating to organisational change and growth, including potential acquisitions, • Professional, discreet and trustworthy with strong integrity, • CIPD 5 qualification is essential, • TUPE experience desirable

ABOUT US: Outernet London - Why you should consider being a part of our journey… Welcome to Outernet, the UK’s number one most visited cultural destination, and one of the world’s most ambitious entertainment districts, where technology, culture and creativity come together in real time, in the heart of central London. At the heart of the district is The Now Building, a first-of-its-kind immersive space featuring a four storey, 360-degree 16K wraparound screen. With more than 120,000 visitors passing through each week, it has redefined how audiences experience content, transforming Outernet into the UK’s most visited cultural attraction. But what happens here goes far beyond what’s on screen. Four levels below sits HERE at Outernet a 1,800-capacity live venue hosting concerts, club nights, fashion shows, premieres and cultural moments that shape London’s creative scene. Designed to push sound, light and production to the next level, it has quickly become a benchmark for live entertainment in the capital. Just steps away, on legendary Denmark Street (the historic home of British music culture) The Lower Third continues that legacy. A fiercely independent grassroots venue supporting emerging artists, it combines an intimate performance space, cocktail bar and basement club built for discovery, experimentation and creative freedom. Outernet London isn’t just a collection of venues. It’s a platform for storytelling, a testing ground for new ideas and a workplace where producers, creatives, technologists and operators collaborate to create experiences seen by millions. Whether you’re launching global campaigns, producing live shows or helping audiences discover something new, this is a place where ambitious people can make a real impact. This is Outernet London. Role Overview: The Content Operations Coordinator supports the Head of Content Operations in the delivery, readiness, and compliance of content across Outernet’s spaces, including DOOH advertising and wider company creatives. The role acts as a central operational gatekeeper for all creative content prior to going live, ensuring assets produced by Creative Technology teams and supplied via Client Experience meet required technical, compliance, and readiness standards before entering scheduling and playout workflows. The role is focused on day to day content operations, ensuring assets are delivered on time, meet technical and compliance standards, and are ready for scheduling and transmission. The coordinator supports the adoption of new systems, workflows, templates, and SOPs introduced by the Head of Content Operations, helping ensure operational consistency and smooth transition during change. Working at the centre of the content delivery pipeline, the role collaborates closely with Client Experience, Creative Technology, Scheduling, and Playout teams to maintain confidence and continuity from creative handover through to transmission. Key Responsibilities: Content Operations Delivery & Support • Support the Head of Content Operations in the end-to-end delivery of DOOH content from booking through to playout., • Coordinate daily asset delivery from clients and internal teams in line with TX deadlines and booking requirements., • Act as the operational checkpoint for all creative content received from Creative Technology and Client Experience teams prior to scheduling., • Track asset readiness, timing, and dependencies across delivery, QC, scheduling, and playout stages., • Maintain accurate operational records reflecting asset status, specifications, and readiness using agreed systems and templates., • Escalate delivery risks, missing assets, or timing issues early to support informed decision-making. System & Workflow Support • Support the rollout and adoption of new content systems, workflows, and SOPs led by the Head of Content Operations., • Follow agreed workflows to ensure consistent execution across BAU operations. • Assist with maintaining operational documentation, one-sheets, and reference materials as systems evolve., • Highlight workflow inefficiencies, risks, or blockers to support continuous improvement initiatives. Compliance & Quality Control • Carry out internal PSE, editorial, and technical checks in line with defined policies and guidance., • Ensure all creative content is reviewed and cleared through Content Operations before progressing to scheduling or playout., • Perform audio and video checks prior to transmission to confirm format and quality compliance., • Flag compliance risks or content issues promptly for escalation and review., • Support consistent application of compliance standards across all DOOH content and wider creative output. Scheduling & Playout Support • Liaise with Scheduling and Playout teams to ensure approved assets are available and delivered on time., • Stay across scheduling requirements to ensure content refreshes align with client agreements and bookings., • Act as a reliable operational point of contact for content-related queries. Client & Internal Team Support • Support Client Experience teams by ensuring content delivery aligns with agreed requirements, formats, and timelines., • Work closely with Creative Technology teams to confirm creative outputs meet technical and operational readiness standards prior to handover., • Assist with confirming asset receipt, readiness, and delivery status when required., • Contribute to clear, timely communication to reduce delays and prevent last-minute delivery issues. Culture & Organisational Impact • Actively promote and uphold Outernet’s values and commitment to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture., • Model positive leadership behaviours, support team wellbeing, and address any cultural misalignments in a constructive and respectful manner., • Contribute to building a vibrant and future-focused team. The job holder may be required to undertake additional responsibilities aligned with their skills and the evolving needs of the business. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, • Experience coordinating content delivery across multiple teams • Ability to act as an operational gatekeeper for all creative content, • Confident performing technical, editorial, and compliance checks, • Strong communication skills across creative, technical, and client-facing teams, • Proactive in flagging risks, delays, and compliance issues early Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience with DOOH, broadcast, or digital content delivery, • Exposure to MAM/DAM, scheduling tools, or QC systems, • Interest in improving workflows, templates, and operational processes Package Benefits: Salary: On application 24 Annual Leave days Medical Insurance (after three months) Life Assurance (after three months) Mintago – pension salary sacrifice, access to retail vouchers, salary sacrifice across childcare YellowNest EAP Linked In Learning Central London offices Equal Opportunity Employer Our Inclusivity in Action Outernet London is proud to offer equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We strive to foster a diverse, inclusive, and engaging work environment. We welcome applications from all candidates and look forward to receiving yours.

Location: London, WC2E 9JD Package: £75,000 - £90,000 + bonus, private healthcare, pension, benefits WHO WE ARE Adair is an independent multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy with an excellent track record in both the public and private sectors. We specialise in Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Project Management, Project Monitoring and Dispute Resolution in the UK and internationally. We provide flexible, high-quality services and solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Our success has been built on providing an exceptional client service for a range of private individuals, banks, private equity funds, solicitors and trusts. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR A fantastic position has arisen for a Senior Building Surveyor to join a fast-growing Building Surveying team based in our London office (Covent Garden). This position provides the right candidate with exciting future career progression to Director positions. The role provides the opportunity to work closely with the Head of Building Surveying to further grow the team and its client base. Candidates will also be expected to support and nurture junior members of the team, through their APCs and on a path to being an accomplished surveyor. This opportunity involves undertaking a broad range of surveying duties for various private and Local Authority clients across a wide variety of sectors.We primarily undertake work on prime and super prime residential properties, office buildings, theatres, shopping centres predominantly in London and the Southeast. The candidate will be expected to drive the projects forward in a proactive manner, be a team player, focused on excellence in service delivery and communications with clients and contractors alike, be extremely organised, personable and have a keen attention to detail. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors, Bank Monitoring Surveyors and Expert Witnesses specialising in quantum and technical matters. Day-to-day Responsibilities to include but not restricted to the following: • Generate new business relationships., • Develop and service existing clients., • Preparing fee proposals., • Being a major fee earner in the growing team. Undertake a broad range of surveying services to include but not limited to: • Measured and building surveys (residential and commercial)., • Party Wall services., • Writing specifications and prepare tender and contract documentation., • Provide Contract Administrator services., • Dilapidation services., • Undertaking defect analysis surveys and preparing reports., • Preparing Licences to Alter, monitoring work and signing off., • Assist with Expert Witness matters to include site inspections and preparation of CPR35 reports. WHAT YOU’LL NEED • To have an RICS accredited Degree in Building Surveying., • To be a full member of the RICS (MRICS)., • Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues, clients and members of the public., • Good IT skills and a full working knowledge of Microsoft Office., • CAD/BIM Experience beneficial., • Have a keen eye for detail and strive to provide a quality service. WHAT WE OFFER £75,000 - £85,000. Depends on level of education and experience. Benefits include pension, private health care, bonus, life insurance and critical illness cover. OFFICE LOCATION Adair Ltd 67-68 Long Acre London WC2E 9JD REF: JE-ADAIR007

Location: London, UK (hybrid, 3 days a week in the office). Salary: Up to £70,000. The world is facing a nature crisis. We have lost 85% of the world’s wetlands, 35% of its forests, and 65% of its living creatures. Action on nature is the next frontier for sustainability, as the world expands beyond a narrow focus on net zero. Natcap is at the forefront of this movement. Natcap is the market leader in Nature Intelligence and has recently raised funding and is poised for significant growth. Role Overview: We’re looking for a Senior Product Designer to take ownership of design at Natcap. You will join the team responsible to transform the business from consulting to product-led. Our recently launched product has an established foundation and you will be responsible for raising the quality, consistency, and impact of design across the platform. This role is both hands-on and strategic: improving what exists, introducing stronger design practices, and helping the product evolve into a more mature, scalable system. You’ll work closely with our senior product manager, engineers, and scientists to translate complex nature data and insights into clear, actionable user experiences. You’ll operate in a high velocity yet friendly and collaborative environment. You will have autonomy and are expected to challenge, refine, and elevate product decisions. What you’ll be doing • Understanding our users, their workflows and where the current product can improve, • Improving the usability, clarity and consistency of the existing platform, • Redesigning key parts of the product so users can explore, compare and act on insights more effectively, • Establishing reusable design patterns and helping build a more robust design system, • Collaborating closely with engineering and science teams to make smart, practical design decisions, • Testing and iterating based on user feedback and product usage, • Using AI tools pragmatically to increase speed and quality across the design process What we’re looking for • 5+ years’ experience in product design, • A strong track record of improving and scaling existing products, • Experience in B2B SaaS and/or complex, data-heavy environments, • Excellent UX and interaction design skills, particularly across complex workflows, • Confidence leading research, identifying systemic issues and shaping product direction, • Comfort working independently in ambiguity and moving quickly in a startup environment, • A collaborative, low-ego approach and a strong focus on outcomes, • Confidence using AI tools to improve efficiency and output Why join Natcap? • The chance to help build a fast-growing company tackling one of the world’s most urgent challenges, • Enhanced family benefits, • Wellbeing package including EAP, cycle to work, lifestyle benefits and gym subsidies, • Quarterly awards, social events and away days, • Enhanced sick pay, • Annual L&D budget, • Salary sacrifice schemes This role reports to our Head of Product, Coraline, and is based in our London office near Chancery Lane, with at least three days a week onsite. Interested? - We’d love to hear from designers who want to use their craft to help shape a more nature-positive future.

As a Visual Designer, you will work closely alongside our Head Graphic Designer to create visually compelling and user-focused materials that enhance the experience of our products. A key part of your role will involve contributing to new product ranges. You will design setup guides, functional usage instructions for dash cams, and artwork for web and app interfaces while ensuring all user manuals are accurate, up-to-date, and translated appropriately for global markets. This role demands creativity, attention to detail, and strong project management skills to handle multiple responsibilities effectively. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with our Head Graphic Designer to ensure alignment with the overall design vision and brand guidelines., • Design clear and engaging setup guides and functional usage instructions for new and existing product ranges., • Create visually appealing artwork for websites, apps, and other digital platforms, ensuring consistency with the brand identity., • Write, format, and maintain user manuals, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with product specifications., • Oversee and manage the translation of all user manuals into multiple languages, coordinating with translation teams or tools as required., • Liaise with engineering teams to verify technical specifications and product features for inclusion in documentation and guides., • Develop and uphold brand guidelines to maintain consistency across all visual and written assets., • Assist in designing materials for upcoming product launches and future product ranges., • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards. Skills and Experience • 2-5 years Industry Experience, • Confident use of Adobe Creative Cloud; extended knowledge mainly in Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop., • A good or extensive knowledge of Figma., • A bonus if there is a desire to expand or already have a level of knowledge in 3D design., • The ideal candidate is organised, self-managed, and comfortable working within established brand guidelines while still bringing creative problem-solving skills to the table. Any new design solutions would be reviewed and approved by the Lead Graphic Designer and the Head of Marketing, then added to our library and brand standards.

Frazer Jones is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a global investment management organisation, operating across multiple regions and currently undergoing a period of transformation and integration. As part of this evolution, the Head of Reward is looking to appoint a Benefits Manager. The firm boasts one of the most comprehensive employee benefits offerings that we've seen on the market, that you'll get to manage and drive forward. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Benefits Analyst/Specialist that is ambitious in their career and looking to step up to the Manager grade. This role is also suited for more established Benefits/Reward Managers. This is a benefits focused role also offering the opportunity to support the reward team on compensation matters. This is a pivotal role with significant visibility, focused on strengthening and evolving a market‑leading global benefits offering while also contributing to broader compensation and reward governance activity. It represents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious benefits/reward professional to deepen their expertise, gain high‑level exposure and play an integral role in shaping the future reward landscape. The mandate spans both strategic and operational elements of reward, with a particular emphasis on benefits. You will also support compensation cycles, share plans, regulatory reward and RemCo preparation. The role sits within a small, high‑performing team with an exceptional Head of Reward, offering strong mentorship and development. This will suit someone who is hands‑on, dynamic and eager to grow, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders and the capability to balance rigour with pragmatism. Key responsibilities will include: • Owning and enhancing the global benefits portfolio, ensuring competitiveness, strong governance and a high‑quality employee experience, • Managing annual benefits cycles, renewals, enrolment and provider relationships, including oversight of the external broker, • Leading benefits data analysis, cost management and continuous improvement activity, • Overseeing pensions governance and international retirement plan considerations, • Supporting acquisition‑related harmonisation and reward alignment following recent M&A activity, • Contributing to the annual compensation cycle, including pay review, bonus modelling and benchmarking, • Supporting the design, administration and reporting of multiple share plan arrangements, • Preparing materials and analysis for RemCo, including director emoluments and regulatory reward reporting, • Partnering with HR, Finance and senior leaders to deliver clear, insightful reward guidance, • Maintaining robust reward processes, documentation and data integrity across systems This is a broad, hands‑on role that offers genuine development for someone with a strong benefits grounding who is looking to expand their exposure across the full reward spectrum. The successful candidate will bring 3–4 years of benefits experience, demonstrable benefits expertise, excellent communication skills and the confidence to operate with senior stakeholders. Financial services experience is advantageous but not essential; far more important is a proactive, curious and progressive mindset. With a collaborative, inclusive and non‑hierarchical culture, this is a business that values progression, curiosity and continuous improvement, and is investing meaningfully in its people agenda. You will be analytical, organised and comfortable navigating both detail and ambiguity. A polished, credible presence is key, alongside the ability to simplify technical reward concepts for a senior audience. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their growth in a supportive environment, working with high‑quality reward infrastructure and best‑in‑class benefits. The role is based in London with hybrid working (three days in the office). Compensation includes a base salary of circa £85,000 plus a performance‑related bonus (typically 20-25%, with potential for higher awards). If you’re interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss further, please apply or contact Nick Arnold at Frazer Jones for a confidential conversation.

Alexander Steele have partnered with an entrepreneurial, fast-moving, and innovation-driven food manufacturing business, who are looking to recruit a New Product Development Project Manager. The NPD team delivers high-quality, insight driven innovation, driving the growth pipeline from concept to launch. The NPD Project Manager will coordinate, manage, and deliver NPD projects, ensuring Stage-Gate processes are followed, departmental alignment is maintained, and projects are delivered on time, in full, and to specification. On Offer • £60,000 - £65,000 base salary, • Car allowance, • 10% bonus, • 6% matched pension Job Accountabilities • Lead multi-discipline innovation projects from feasibility through to launch, coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple sites., • Develop and maintain robust project plans, risk registers, and performance tracking., • Support the Head of NPD in ensuring compliance with Stage-Gate, project management processes, and company policies., • Lead medium to large NPD projects through all stages of the innovation process., • Conduct feasibility studies for new product ideas, including process, equipment, and capability assessments., • Conduct post-launch reviews, capturing lessons learned to improve future project delivery., • Lead, motivate, and guide project teams, both direct and dotted line reports. Experience & Qualifications • Food related degree or equivalent., • Proven Project management skills ideally in food development, • Substantial programme/project management experience, ideally in an FMCG environment., • Strong track record in complex project delivery. If this position is of interest please apply with your most recent CV, or call Richard Steele at Alexander Steele Recruitment.

Senior Sales Manager, Ecommerce Reports to: Head of Retail Media Solutions About us The Independent is an online news publisher that was established in 1986 as a national newspaper independent of party political affiliations or proprietorial influence. In 2016, The Independent became a fully digital publisher, moving away from print in pursuit of sustainability, and to safeguard its values and journalism for the future. The Independent has always thrived through innovation and change. It was the first British newspaper to add a Saturday magazine; the first to give photography the same prestige as a news copy; the first to challenge the Westminster lobby system of closed briefings; the first broadsheet to move to the more compact ‘tabloid’ format; the first to launch a concise quality compact paper; and the first – and only – major newspaper to pull off a successful transformation to fully digital publishing. Through The Independent, Independent TV, eCommerce, indy100, subscriptions and other ‘reader revenues’, The Independent plans to continue the work of many decades, bringing much-needed independent journalism to over 100 million unique global visitors a month, make its voice ever louder and more insistent the world over. We have an international editorial team with our main offices in London and New York. The role We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Senior Sales Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth by acquiring and managing affiliate and agency partnerships. Your primary focus will be on pitching and closing deals for sponsored content activations, affiliate campaigns, and other commercial opportunities across our suite of brands. In addition, you will line manage and coach a business development executive, who supports the sales team to achieve its goals. You will have a proven track record of exceeding sales targets and building strong client relationships within the affiliate and media industry. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion • We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. As a growing and global brand, we must have a workforce that’s more representative of our readers, viewers, clients and partners, and a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone The team The Ecommerce team is one of the fastest-growing in our company and is composed of Editorial, Audience and Commercial divisions. The latter, where this role sits, is made up of commercial specialists tasked with driving revenue growth through affiliate and ecommerce partnerships across our premium media brands: The Independent, The Standard, BuzzFeed UK and HuffPost UK. We leverage our strong editorial voice and audience reach to generate revenue through affiliate marketing, sponsored content, and strategic partnerships with leading brands and agencies. Our goal is to grow our ecommerce business by acquiring new clients, expanding existing relationships, and securing long-term, high-value partnerships. Key responsibilities and accountabilities • Identify and pursue new business opportunities: Proactively seek out and develop relationships with potential affiliate partners, agencies, and brands. This includes identifying key decision-makers, conducting market research, and developing targeted sales strategies., • Lead sales pitches and negotiations: Develop compelling presentations and proposals to showcase the value proposition of our commercial offerings. Negotiate and close deals that meet or exceed revenue targets and achieve profitable outcomes., • Manage client relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at affiliate networks, agencies and client direct. Proactively address client needs, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction., • Achieve and exceed sales targets: Consistently meet and exceed individual and team sales targets. Track progress against key metrics and identify areas for improvement., • Line management: Managing and developing the business development executive to ensure they hit their KPIs and deliver positive outcomes for the Sales Managers., • Market research and analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in the affiliate and ecommerce space. Analyse market data to identify new revenue streams and optimise sales strategies., • Represent the company at industry events: Attend and participate in industry conferences, networking events, and trade shows to build brand awareness and generate new business leads., • Collaborate with internal teams: Work closely with editorial, product, and marketing teams to ensure successful campaign execution and deliver exceptional client experiences. Essential skills and experience • Proven experience in advertising sales, with a strong focus on digital media and affiliate marketing., • Track record of exceeding sales targets and managing a book of business., • Demonstrated ability to negotiate higher CPAs, CPCs, and CPLs that drive win-win outcomes for both the company and its partners., • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse data and identify key insights., • Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships., • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team., • Experience using CRM and sales management tools, including pipeline management. Desirable • Experience working with or for premium media brands., • Knowledge of affiliate marketing platforms and tracking technologies., • Experience with sponsored content creation and execution. Our values - you will deliver across al our values Inclusive: We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. Working as a team, we put transparency and effective communication at the heart of everything we do. Innovative: From the very beginning, The Independent has been breaking the mould. We take risks and are always looking to try new ideas in pursuit of excellence. Independent: Nobody tells us what to think; we make up our own minds and aren’t afraid to do things differently. Like our readers, we value honesty and integrity above outside influences.

Role Title: Senior Process Analyst - £75k Department: Transformation & Change Location: London Type: Permanent About the Role The Senior Process Analyst plays a critical role in designing, building, and implementing strategic operational initiatives across regions, capabilities, and business lines. Reporting to the Head of Operational Excellence, the role sits within a wider Transformation & Change function and is responsible for leading end‑to‑end process analysis and future‑state design aligned to long‑term strategic objectives. Using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and modern automation/AI tools, the Senior Process Analyst will identify improvement opportunities, build business cases, define requirements, and support delivery of automation, BPO, and optimisation initiatives. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, the ability to influence at all levels, and the capacity to coach junior analysts while ensuring robust governance, documentation, benefits tracking, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Process Analysis & Design • Lead detailed analysis to document current‑state workflows and design future‑state processes aligned to organisational strategy., • Conduct structured root‑cause analysis to identify bottlenecks, waste, and operational variances., • Provide clear options, impact assessments, and recommendations for improvement across multiple concurrent initiatives., • Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods to drive efficiencies and consistency. Documentation & Requirements • Produce business cases, requirements specifications, benefits analysis, and detailed process maps., • Define epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria for complex process and technology solutions., • Use process mapping, automation, and AI‑enabled tools (e.g., process mining, LLM‑assisted documentation) to accelerate analysis and delivery. Change, Automation & BPO Support • Work closely with BPO/outsourced partners, defining service requirements, KPIs, SLAs and supporting end‑to‑end transition planning., • Support vendor governance, performance monitoring, and continuous service improvement., • Identify automation and digitisation opportunities and help drive integration with operational teams. Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership • Facilitate workshops and engagement sessions with cross‑functional stakeholders., • Build strong relationships with technical and non‑technical teams to secure buy‑in and sign‑off., • Coach and mentor junior analysts and SMEs on process improvement, BPO, automation, and AI concepts. Governance, Reporting & Compliance • Track and report programme progress, benefits realisation, risks, and issues to senior leadership., • Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and conduct standards (e.g., data protection, conflicts of interest, fair customer outcomes)., • Manage delivery commitments, maintain high-quality outputs, and meet agreed deadlines. Skills & Experience Required • 5+ years’ experience in senior‑level business or process analysis roles., • Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and process improvement frameworks., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to business and technical audiences., • Experience in insurance, reinsurance, or wider financial services (preferred)., • Experience working with London Market processes and delegated authority models (desirable)., • Hands‑on experience with BPO/outsourced service models including transitions, SLAs, KPIs, and vendor governance., • Proficiency with MS Office and experience using process mapping tools (Visio, Lucid), automation platforms (UiPath, Power Automate), and AI/LLM/process mining tools., • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise complex findings into clear, actionable recommendations., • Experience writing epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria for technology-enabled change. Desirable Qualifications • Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline., • Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, CBAP, PMI‑PBA, or BPMN credentials., • Demonstrated experience supporting BPO/vendor management in large‑scale transformation environments.