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We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager for a utilities business who specialise in infrastructure to play a key role in elevating the procurement standards and supporting the company’s growth objectives. This strategic position offers exposure to a wide range of procurement activities, including supplier alignment, market evaluation, benchmarking, negotiations and leading key group initiatives. About the role You will report to the Head of Procurement and work closely with leaders across the business to ensure all procurement activity is fully aligned with our overall strategic direction. • Benchmark and negotiate procurement activities to ensure best value across the company., • Support the delivery of savings and efficiency opportunities across multiple categories and functions., • Conduct regular reviews of procurement processes to ensure they remain efficient, compliant and well-governed., • Lead Supplier Relationship Management activities, collaborating with key suppliers to build strong, value-adding partnerships., • Engage suppliers to identify sustainability improvements, value-add initiatives and risk mitigation opportunities., • Own and lead supplier negotiations, aligning with the group supplier base and implementing effective controls to maximise value and compliance., • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement supports business priorities and operational goals., • Evaluate the market through benchmarking and multi-quote analysis to secure competitive terms including discounts and rebates., • Lead and support wider procurement initiatives across defined category areas, including planning and execution of new waves of activity., • Champion best practice, standardised processes and governance across the organisation., • Work closely with the Head of Procurement to monitor and deliver KPIs on cost savings, supplier performance and process efficiency. Person • Relevant degree or equivalent experience in procurement, commercial, finance, supply chain or a related discipline., • Strong strategic experience in a procurement-focused role, ideally within a multi-site or group environment., • Proven track record of benchmarking, negotiation and delivering cost savings through effective supplier and market management., • Solid understanding of Supplier Relationship Management, including performance measurement and risk mitigation., • Comprehensive knowledge of procurement governance, compliance and best practice., • Experience in contract negotiation, managing commercial risk and end-to-end procurement reporting and analytics., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, market insights and legal considerations to shape outcomes., • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, challenge and act as a trusted advisor., • Resilient, proactive and adaptable, with the ability to deliver in a fast-paced, high-growth environment., • Strong strategic planning skills and experience driving change and embedding new processes and systems across diverse teams. Values and ways of working • A commitment to delivering strategic value and service excellence to stakeholders across the company., • Strong focus on health, safety and the environment, driving a positive safety culture of mutual trust, openness and confidence., • Customer-focused mindset, always doing the right thing, taking ownership, communicating clearly and ensuring issues are promptly resolved., • Constant desire to add value, streamline processes and lead innovation in procurement. Offer Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 P/A Car allowance Pension Company benefits How to apply If you are an experienced procurement professional looking to shape a growing procurement function and deliver real, measurable value, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant experience and notice period.

SYOS is a fast-growing global robotics and aerospace company, driving the development of cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles (drones) across air, land, and sea for dual-use applications. We are committed to pushing technological boundaries and delivering exceptional products that consistently exceed customer expectations. The Head of Supply Chain will own, develop, and lead SYOS’ end‑to‑end global supply chain. This senior leadership role is responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling robust, data‑driven supply chain processes across purchasing, supplier management, material planning, inventory control, inbound logistics, and inwards goods. The role will ensure supply chain operations are efficient, resilient, and aligned with ISO 9001 quality management principles, while closely supporting Engineering and Production to ensure materials, suppliers, and processes enable reliable production and business growth across global markets. Key Responsibilities Global Supply Chain Leadership: • Define and deliver SYOS' global supply chain strategy in line with business objectives and growth plans, • Build scalable, standardised, and repeatable global supply chain processes, teams and governance, • Act as senior accountability for supply continuity, material availability, and delivery performance, • Partner closely with Engineering, Production, Operations, Quality, Finance, Commercial through all platforms Purchasing & Supplier Management: • Establish and own purchasing policies, processes, and controls, • Lead supplier selection, onboarding, and ongoing management globally, • Ensure supplier evaluation and performance management align with ISO 9001, • Negotiate pricing, lead times, capacity, and commercial terms Material Planning & Inventory Control: • Design and operate material planning and MRP processes, • Align supply plans with demand forecasts, production schedules, and capacity, • Define inventory policies including safety stock and reorder points Inbound Logistics & Inwards Goods: • Manage inbound logistics, freight, and delivery, • Establish inwards goods receipt, inspection, and traceability processes Systems & ERP: • Operate and optimise supply chain processes within ERP systems, • Support ERP improvements or implementations where required Performance & Continuous Improvement: • Track KPIs, manage supply risk, and drive continuous improvement Skills & Experience Essential: • Senior supply chain leadership experience, • Proven process build and scale experience, • Global supplier management, • ERP system experience, • Scale‑up or transformation experience, • Complex BOM or manufacturing environments Security Clearance: This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance. Eligibility for SC clearance typically requires continuous UK residency for at least 5 years, and the ability to pass government background checks conducted by UK Security Vetting (UKSV). During the recruitment process, we only ask questions to confirm your eligibility to apply for clearance. We do not collect personal or sensitive information used in the clearance process itself Please note, we kindly request recruiters do not contact us regarding this or any of our live roles.

A progressive and people-focused principal contractor is looking to appoint a Design Manager to join its expanding design team, supporting the delivery of major faade remediation and complex building envelope schemes. With confirmed work secured into 2028, this is an opportunity to join a stable, cash-rich business that continues to invest in its people, its technology, and the future of safer, better-built environments. Based out of their head office in the Portsmouth area, projects are delivered nationwide. This new position has been created due to increased workload, offering a unique opportunity to shape and influence design management within the business. Projects range in value up to £22 million and include complex schemes across residential towers, stadiums, commercial buildings, and public sector assets. The company has built strong, long-term partnerships with blue-chip clients and is widely recognised for technical delivery on challenging and sensitive sites. Now targeting further growth, the company is scaling with purpose, aiming to exceed £50 million turnover this year. Backed by a listed parent group with significant financial strength, they operate with a modern, entrepreneurial approach while maintaining strong family values and a culture of trust and development. Design Manager Salary & Benefits Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 (DOE) 25-30 days holiday + Bank Holiday Pension Scheme Project Bonus Scheme Company Bonus Scheme 4 Years Death in Service Cover Critical Illness Cover Hybrid working available (mainly office-based with occasional site visits) Team Social Events Company events and supportive social environment Comprehensive in-house and external Training and Development Access to Udemy and training courses Charity Fundraising Days Office facilities including stocked kitchen and shower Design Manager Job Overview Manage and coordinate design deliverables across complex envelope remediation and construction schemes. Ensure all design milestones are achieved and programmes continuously updated. Oversee and drive performance of external design houses, consultants, and internal design/technical teams. Provide programme and milestone control using Microsoft Project. Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, commercial, and operational teams. Monitor design risk and ensure compliance with HRB requirements and regulatory standards. Support procurement and site delivery by ensuring accurate and timely design information. Attend occasional site visits as required (no permanent site presence). Design Manager Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in design and/or project management within the building envelope or wider construction industry. Strong background in design management; faade remediation experience desirable. Technical proficiency with Microsoft Project; Primavera advantageous. Ability to manage workflows, external consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams. Strong commercial awareness in relation to design deliverables. Confident communicator, able to build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships. Candidates from an architectural background (e.g., Architectural Technologist) with progression into project management will also be considered. What makes this opportunity different? Forward workload confirmed into 2028 Secure financial backing with strong reserves Low staff turnover and clear paths for progression Structured mentoring and access to coaching Real stories of team members doubling their earnings in under three years Weekly culture feedback that informs senior management decisions Training support, flexible working, and long-term incentives including shares Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. TPBN1_UKTJ

Maintaining a continuous development emphasis by regularly reviewing risk management maturity through critically evaluating application of core framework components operation by the first line and our partners• Lead in the development and delivery of specific risk projects, either on behalf

Arthur are partnering exclusively with a large London Market Insurer in the hire of a new Head of Insurance & Underwriting Risk. Our client is seeking an experience risk professional who thrives on challenge, strategic influence and board-level engagement. In this pivotal second-line role, you will

This senior role involves leading the delivery of insurance due diligence and portfolio risk advisory services for private equity, infrastructure, and corporate M&A clients. The successful candidate will manage a team of project managers, drive operational excellence, and support the growth of the w

Head of Risk and Controls Management£90,000 - £100,000 per annum depending on experience12 month FTCFolkestone/London HybridJoin Sagas Risk and Compliance function within Insurance and Money at a pivotal moment in our journey. As a brand trusted by millions of people over 50, we continue to lead t

Head of Credit Risk & Platforms | Manchester | Competitive leadership salary and benefits | Consumer, Digital, Financial ServicesA high-growth, digitally led consumer group with a significant online footprint and an expanding financial services proposition is looking to appoint a Head of Credit Risk

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and data science, driving improvements that ensure the highest level of data integrity and support for investment processes. This role involves leading a team focused on risk platform operations, ensuring data accura

The Interim Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance will oversee the governance framework, manage risks and ensure regulatory compliance within the organisation. Lead and manage a team of governance and risk professionals. Relevant professional qualifications in governance, risk, or compliance.

This role offers the opportunity to lead the Credit Risk function and define the future growth of the business. Developing and building out their credit risk strategy and wider function. Working closely with stakeholders and C-suite to drive the future direction of the business.

Ideal candidates have 5-8 years of experience in investment risk management and a strong understanding of market risk concepts, along with effective communication skills for leadership presentation. The role focuses on monitoring investment risks, reporting exposures, and collaborating closely with

An educational Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk. The role offers a salary of £56,730 - £60,208 per annum and promotes flexible working arrangements. This permanent, full-time position will shape governance at a strategic level and ensure effective comp

A global analytics firm is seeking a Head of Sales Operations for their London branch to develop competitive compensation strategies. Strong analytical abilities and proficiency in Excel are required. This full-time position offers a prominent role in shaping the compensation landscape within a lead

A well-established insurer is seeking a Head of Validation for their actuarial and financial risk function. Responsibilities include oversight of model validation, acting as a subject matter expert in Solvency UK / Solvency II, and presenting findings to senior committees. This position offers a uni

Ark Workplace Risk is a market leading provider of operational risk, compliance and safety solutions, and works with a prestigious and diverse range of over 500 clients. Reporting directly into the Professional Services Director, the Head of Fire will serve as the technical authority for fire safety

As our Head of Risk you will be responsible for the design, implementation and oversight of the risk and control framework used throughout SSL and Saga Money, covering all risk types. As Head of Risk, you’ll report to the Insurance Risk Director and play a central role in shaping how risk is manag

A global banking institution is seeking a strategic leader as Head of Agency Lending and Treasury Risk to oversee non-financial risk management. Located in London, the role demands deep knowledge of securities services and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will ens

Management of operational risk and controls by tracking and monitoring key performance indicators, regular and robust Manager Control Assessments (MCA), and use of continuous process improvement techniques to identify areas of weakness and implementing corrective actions as appropriate. Demonstrated

You’ll design our risk framework, aggregate and communicate investment exposures, and lead the build out of a unified risk dashboard with engineering. The role reports to the Head of Risk & Tokenization and collaborates closely with leadership. Midas is pioneering the future of asset tokenization

A leading bank in the UK is seeking a Risk & Controls Business Partner to oversee risk discovery and controls assessment. The role emphasizes driving improvements in risk processes and data analysis. This role involves leading a team and working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure effective r

We’re currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Head of Business Financial Crime Risk Performance. You’ll report directly to the Global Head of Business Financial Crime, which is a 1st line of defense function within our Wealth and Premier Banking Business Ris

A leading financial services consulting firm is seeking a Head of Supplier Risk for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The position offers a hybrid working model based in London, with financial compensation negotiable. The role involves strategic leadership focused on developing Third Party Risk Manage

A leading banking institution in Greater London is seeking a Head of Supplier Risk to join the Vendor Management and Procurement team. This role involves defining and establishing the supplier risk management framework, leading the risk team, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candi

A leading UK bank in Greater London is seeking a Director of Operational Risk to redefine operational risk management. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of analytical capability, sound judgement, and a strong understanding of AI applications in banking. This position allows for flexible worki

A leading investment firm in the UK seeks a Head of Compliance Assurance to oversee regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in fintech with strong FCA knowledge.

A prominent UK fintech is searching for a Head of Fraud to spearhead its fraud risk strategy across payments and acquiring. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in fraud within financial services and proven leadership in dynamic environments. This full-time role requires strong

A global financial services company is seeking a Global Head of IBC to lead risk management and establish a culture of accountability and innovation. The ideal candidate should have 15 years of experience in this field, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to lead teams through compl

A leading distribution group in the Midlands seeks a Head of Credit Risk to lead their credit risk strategy and manage business growth. Join a company that values autonomy and accountability, and offers an excellent working environment and remuneration package. This role requires a proven track reco

Risk control mindset, demonstrating mastery of risk disciplines, particularly in clearing and market risk, at an integrated, firm-wide level. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to shape risk strategy, enhance risk infrastructure, and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure a robu

A leading financial technology firm in the UK is seeking an exceptional Head of Risk to take ownership of risk strategy across its Embedded and Invoice Finance business suites. This high-impact role involves collaboration with key teams to develop risk frameworks and oversee the full credit lifecycl

As the Head of Governance & Risk you will be responsible for providing risk management and strategic oversight of assurance for compliance and governance. Venn Group are currently partnering with a high performing Housing Association who are recruiting for a Head of Governance and Risk to join their

The position offers competitive salaries and benefits, with opportunities for hybrid working from either the Bristol or London office.

We are one of the leading insurers in the Lloyd’s of London insurance market with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda. Based in incredible new offices in the heart of the City of London, Canopius operates a flexible, hybrid working model and is committed to providing an environ

A leading FinTech company in Greater London is seeking a skilled professional to lead the Credit Risk function. The position offers competitive compensation of up to £140,000 plus equity options and a contributory pension scheme. The successful candidate will develop the credit risk strategy and im

The Head of Risk & Controls is a senior role for someone who wants to shape risk, controls and compliance strategy, monitoring regulatory changes and ensuring operational compliance. This is a new role with responsibility for oversight of a governance, risk and controls framework, ensuring complianc

To drive good industry practices in terms of identification, assessment and management of nonfinancial risks and controls across MRSGM (including operational risks arising from inadequate or failed internal processes, personnel or system, or from external events; as well as other non-financial risks

A dynamic office space provider in London is seeking a Head of Health & Safety to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and foster a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, qualifications like NEBOSH, and a strong background in risk management.

Ideal candidates will have 5-8 years of experience in investment risk management and a strong understanding of market risk concepts. A leading investment firm in Greater London seeks an Investment Risk Analyst to build and manage a comprehensive risk function across traditional and digital assets. T

About the Business:LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. About the Role:The Head of Sales Enablement is a key member of the sales leadership team, responsible for driving strategic planning, operational excellence, market intelligence and data-driven decis

ClearToken CCP is seeking a head of Treasury Risk to sit within the first line risk team, reporting to the Head of Risk. As a Risk SME prior to go‑live as a regulated CCP in the UK, the role is to help ensure the risk aspects of the CCP submissions to the Bank of England are successfully completed

LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:. Manage a growing team of sales specialists who will be subject matter experts in their field and who willbe responsible forsales across existing and new clients of

Are you a seasoned risk and compliance leader ready to make a real impact in a high growth, high performing organisation? Reward is seeking an experienced Head of Risk & Compliance to lead and oversee our organisation wide governance across information security, risk, compliance, quality, and sustai

As Head of ECP you'll be a key participant at LBCM's Risk Committee as well as a presenter at LBCM Board Risk Committee. Head of Economic Crime Prevention, LBCM Risk. We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and

A leading organisation in the rail industry seeks a Head of Risk to guide risk management for a significant UK infrastructure project. The ideal candidate has senior-level risk management experience on major projects and strong analytical skills. Join a dynamic team and drive a proactive risk cultur

Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance. In this position, you'll take overall responsibility for legal oversight, enterprise risk management, and regulatory compliance across our rapidly growing organisation. Oversee policies, risk registers, and internal governance processes.

Ensure that the Group Risk team is proficient in its use of the Group’s risk management system of record and in supporting Risk Business Partners and the business in the identification, measurement, management, monitoring and reporting of risks. Establish a centre of excellence in Risk Operations

The trust is entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking to appoint a new Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the organisation. This role will be based at ELT Head Office and occasional travel between Trust schools and sites is a requirement