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Commercial Executive (6 Month Fixed Term Contract) \n Would you like to be part of Vital Energi's Strategy of Growth? \n If so, we're looking for a talented Commercial Executive to join our dynamic team at our Head Office in Blackburn on a 6 month fixed term contract. \n The role Due to Vital Energi's continued growth, we require a Commercial Executive to assist with the financial management of O&M Contracts, ... \n \n\n • <£10k on D&B projects and <£2k on O&M projects\n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Head of Philanthropy, Alumni & Supporter Engagement - Salford Head of Philanthropy, Alumni & Supporter Engagement (Maternity Cover) At the University of Salford, were driven by a bold ambition: to enrich lives through education, innovation, research and collaboration. As we deliver our Innovating to Enrich Lives strategy, we are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Head of Philanthropy, Alumni & Supporter Engagement on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established team at a pivotal moment of growth and development. Reporting to the Deputy CEO and Chief Financial Officer, you will shape and drive the Universitys philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement strategy, building lifelong relationships and securing vital investment that advances our strategic priorities. Leading a team of 13 professionals, you will oversee fundraising, alumni engagement, stewardship, supporter relations, insight and operations. Youll inspire meaningful engagement across our global alumni community of more than 230,000 graduates while developing compelling opportunities for donors, trusts, foundations and corporate partners to support transformative initiatives across the University. Were looking for an experienced and collaborative leader with a strong track record of securing significant philanthropic income, developing high-value relationships and delivering ambitious fundraising and engagement strategies. Youll bring excellent communication skills, strategic vision and the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams. In return, youll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students, research, communities and society, helping deliver world-changing outcomes through philanthropy, partnership and engagement. If youre ready to lead a talented team and shape the future of philanthropy and alumni engagement at Salford, wed love to hear from you. The role is advertised as a full-time position for 12-months; however we are open to discussing part-time arrangements with the right candidate. Whats in it for you ? Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more! Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance Our community - theres a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students lives JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Civil and Commercial Litigation Fee Earner Job Description: We are in Urgent need Fee earner for ourCivil/Commercial Litigation Department. This department, a testament tothe firm's continual growth and adaptation to the dynamic legallandscape, is experiencing a remarkable upsurge in client engagements.Consequently, we are seeking to expand our team with the addition of anew Solicitor or Litigation Executive. This individual should possess arobust understanding and practical experience in civil/commerciallitigation and debt-related matters, adhering to the legal frameworks ofEngland and Wales. Our department's focus encompasses a diverse range of legal issues, including but not limited to: • Residential Landlord-Tenant Disputes, primarily focusing onpossession proceedings as per the Housing Act 1988 and subsequentamendments., • Commercial Landlord-Tenant Disputes, involving the execution of forfeiture notices under the Law of Property Act 1925., • Debt Recovery Actions and Proceedings, adhering to the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant case law., • Breach of Contract matters, guided by established principles under English Contract Law., • General Civil and Litigation Disputes, encompassing a wide range of civil law issues., • Property Litigation and Contentious Probate Matters, requiring anintricate understanding of the Property Law and Probate Lawrespectively. The role we seek to fill entails a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to: • Initial consultations with prospective clients and the gathering of preliminary instructions., • Collaboration with the supervising team to determine fee structures, followed by communicating fee estimates to clients., • Conducting legal research and formulating a case strategy post-instruction., • Drafting initial correspondences and formal letters to involved parties, articulating our clients' claims and positions., • Preparation of witness statements to substantiate our clients claims., • Drafting and filing court proceedings, ensuring compliance with the relevant procedural requirements., • Management of evidence and disclosure processes, in line with the Civil Procedure Rules., • Navigation of court directions and ensuring adherence to judicial guidelines., • Participation in marketing and business development initiatives to further the department's reach and reputation. The successful candidate will benefit from supervision by the Head ofthe Department and administrative support from an AdministrativeAssistant. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, this role will lead the legal and compliance strategy and manage regulatory risk to support sustainable growth.

Head of Legal Blackburn (Hybrid) £100,000 - £105,000 Sellick Partnership is exclusively working on a Head of Legal position with an award-winning business finance specialist based in Blackburn. Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, this role will lead the legal and compliance strategy for the business. You will ensure effective management of legal and regulatory risk and support the business's sustainable growth. This is a highly visible role within the business and involves working with different stakeholders across the business, requiring effective and clear communication. This Head of Legal role is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated Head of Legal or Senior Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career. • Lead the development and delivery of a Legal function, incorporating Compliance, generating value and navigating regulatory complexity., • Oversee and support the business's complaint handling process, taking ownership of escalated complaints., • Act as a trusted advisor on UK and EU regulations, offering clarity and insight across prudential, conduct, and governance requirements., • Shape the business's legal strategy, identifying growth opportunities, guiding new business conversations, and representing the business in industry forums., • Manage relationships with legal partners and regulatory bodies to ensure best practice in-house in all aspects of risk, compliance and litigation., • Manage, review and maintain the full suite of documentation utilised by the business., • Build and nurture a high-performing team, mentoring colleagues and ensuring high-quality outputs., • Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales, • A degree/and or equivalent qualification in a business-related discipline is desirable., • Experience in regulated financial services, • FCA regulatory exposure, • A collaborative leadership style, with experience managing teams and delivering impactful solutions., • Excellent understanding of FCA regulation and methodologies., • Ability to navigate complexity and communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders - including regulators and board-level audiences., • Ability to interpret and translate complex technical concepts and regulatory reporting requirements into clear guidance for colleagues and stakeholders., • Extensive knowledge of UK and EU regulatory frameworks, including prudential, conduct, operational and emerging ESG expectations., • Particular experience with recoveries litigation within the Asset Finance industry would be a distinct advantage, though not essential., • Exposure to other areas of risk management (market risk, enterprise risk management, operational risk, liquidity risk, capital risk etc.) will be an added advantage., • Self-motivated with leadership attributes., • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders., • Effective communication skills, including written, verbal, and the ability to deliver compelling presentations., • Demonstrable analytical skills., • Strategic thinking: Value the need for strategy and confidence to course correct if needed., • A competitive salary + bonus (up to 30%), • 28 days annual leave + bank holidays with the option to buy and sell 5 days, • Initially an 8% pension contribution, rising to 10% after 2 years, with the opportunity to increase should you wish, • Private Health Care, • Salary sacrifice schemes + much more This is currently in process, but we are still open to applications. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review your data processing notice on our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Would you like to be part of Vital Energi's Strategy of Growth? If so, we're looking for a talented Commercial Executive to join our dynamic team at our Head Office in Blackburn on a 6 month fixed term contract. Due to Vital Energi's continued growth, we require a Commercial Executive to assist with the financial management of O&M Contracts, in partnership with the Contracts Managers and/or Engineers and the wider Commercial Services team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the senior members of the commercial team on numerous projects with the procurement, sub-contractor accounts and variation accounts, as well as being responsible for the commercial management of your own contracts and also support with the transition to 4PS. Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings. We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK's Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low‑carbon infrastructure project for Westminster. With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi. • Vet contract documentation on receipt from Client to ensure compatibility with the Company’s Tender and subsequent negotiations, • Prepare and issue enquiries for Plant, Materials and Sub-Contract packages. Vet quotations commercially and negotiate price and terms with vendors. Issue resultant Purchase Orders, • Prepare and submit Applications for Payment and/or Invoices, obtain Payment Certificates / Authorisation and progress Client Payments in accordance with contractual provisions, • Measure, submit and agree Variations and/or Compensation Events in accordance with contractual provisions, • Monitor on-site record keeping (Eagle Records / Timesheets), • Review Eagle / Job Logic or equivalent system to ensure that we claim all reactive work and call outs, • Prepare and submit monthly Cost Value Reconciliations and Cash/Spend Profiles (Trading Forecast). Attend Contract Review Meetings, • Authorisation and coding of Suppliers’ and Sub-Contractors’ Invoices and submission to Finance for payment, • Measure, certify and agree Sub-Contractors interim valuations. Prepare and issue contractual notices to Sub-Contractors, • Assist the Finance Department in securing payment of Invoices and/or Applications for Payment, chase and elevate any debt., • Preparation of monthly Commercial Reports and CVR Summary working with the Finance Team, • Management of annual indexation in accordance with contractual provisions, • Day to Day admin support to Head of Commercial / Commercial Director and wider Commercial Services team as directed, • Support with system transformation and launch of 4PS., • 5 GCSE passes (grade A to C) including Maths and English (or equivalent)., • Minimum qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, • Quantity Surveying Degree other related degree (or equivalent on the job experience), • Full UK Driving License, • Good commercial awareness, • Provide assistance to clients, contractors or work colleagues., • Carry out other duties consistent with the nature, responsibilities and seniority of your post., • Ability to respond promptly and efficiently to contract adjustments and alterations, • Ability to effectively prioritise and carry out tasks in a high pressure environment, • NAV - Invoice approval, • Order approval (finance repository) for #J-18808-Ljbffr

Would you like to be part of Vital Energi’s Strategy of Growth? If so, we’re looking for an experienced and driven Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our dynamic IT team at our Head Office, Blackburn. You will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimizing the organization’s IT infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and security of critical systems and services. This role ensures that IT systems are secure, reliable, and scalable to meet the ongoing needs of the business. The engineer supports both day-to-day operations and long-term infrastructure projects, contributing to system improvements, automation efforts, and technical troubleshooting to maintain optimal performance and availability across all IT services. Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We support Hospitals, Universities, New Build Developments, Towns & Cities, as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to reduce their carbon emissions and improve the efficiency of their buildings. Vital Energi’s Vision is ‘to protect our planet for future generations’. We are doing this by enabling the UK’s Net Zero targets. • 2nd Line Troubleshooting / Executive IT Support, • Proactively monitor and remediate incidents using approved tools and practices., • Mentoring / Point of Escalation for internal team members, • Ensure Security and privacy of networks and computer systems, • Ownership of systems, • Liaising with 3rd party suppliers., • Organise and schedule upgrades and maintenance without deterring others from completing their work, • Backup and recovery ownership, • Maintain clear and accurate documentation of issues, resolutions, and changes, ensuring timely stakeholder communication, • Out of hours work will be required. Here at Vital Energi we use the following Technology: • End user compute applications – Windows 10, 11 / Mac OS, • Server – (phone number removed), • Hypervisor Technologies, Hyper‑V, VMware & Proxmox, • Experience with Cisco networking hardware, • Networking – Cisco CLI, VLANs, WAN, VPN, MPLS, • Identity – Okta / Microsoft Entra, • Storage – NetApp Ontap & Eseries, • VEEAM backup and replication, • Strong Azure and Office 365 knowledge, • Security – Mimecast, CrowdStrike, Cisco Umbrella, Rapid 7, BitLocker, Cisco Meraki / Fortinet, • Telephony – Teams / Webex / Poly & Logitech conferencing systems The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time‑limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Morson Edge is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded Head of Data & AI to lead the data and AI strategy and build a high-performing capability.

This role involves defining multi-year ML roadmaps, influencing strategy, and upholding ethical standards in data science. The company offers competitive salary packages, including bonuses and flexible benefits. A leading insurance company in the UK is seeking a Senior Recruiter to shape their Machi

Audit & Risk Recruitment is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Leader to join a growing professional services firm. You will bring expertise, network and strategy to build a brand new team within an established service line. The location is UK-wide, offering flexible options for deployment and gr

BCL Legal Limited is seeking an Interim Head of Legal for a 9-12 month FTC, based in Bedfordshire with hybrid working. The role offers maternity cover and requires leading the legal function, advising the senior leadership on commercial and strategic matters, and supporting a broad agenda of governa

Morgan McKinley is seeking an experienced Head of Digital to lead the digital function within the Marketing division. The role focuses on developing and executing digital strategy to drive business growth and value creation. The role is hybrid, based in West Sussex with 1-2 days in the office and a

A leading housing association in the UK is seeking a Head of Performance & Insights. We offer flexible benefits and a commitment to diversity.

Trade Nation seeks an experienced Head of Data & AI to lead our data and AI strategy across the organisation.

A leading global fintech organization is seeking an experienced Head of Reward to oversee its total reward strategy across multiple international markets. This senior role will involve managing executive compensation, job architecture, incentives, and benefits strategy, while partnering closely with

A leading organization in the fine jewellery sector in the UK is seeking a Head of Legal to oversee all legal, regulatory, and governance matters. The role requires a minimum of 12 years of legal experience and at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. This position is full-time, offering an opp

Reed in the United Kingdom is seeking a commercially minded Head of HR who combines strategic leadership with hands-on ER delivery. Key responsibilities include strategic and operational HR, policy creation, tribunal preparation, and overseeing recruitment for both office staff and drivers.

Green Recruitment Company is seeking an exceptional Head of Energy Markets to build and lead our energy commercial strategy at the intersection of renewable power, battery storage, and hyperscale data centre infrastructure.

SF Partners is seeking a commercially minded Head of Finance to lead financial strategy and reporting at board level. Hybrid working with three days in the office is expected.

You will partner with client-facing and senior leaders, drive commercial analysis, governance of data, and lead improvements in reporting processes while developing the team to sustain high performance. Rathbones Plc seeks a senior leader to head the Group Financial Analysis, Insight & Data team in

Bensons for Beds is seeking a senior Brand Director to lead the Owned Brand strategy across Slumberland, Staples, eve sleep and Simply by Bensons, shaping positioning, architecture and annual plans in collaboration with the central Marketing function.

A leading insurance provider in London is seeking a Head of US Property Underwriting to spearhead their operational underwriting team. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of underwriting. This position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits incl

Vaerdi Recruitment Limited seeks an experienced Head of Data & AI to lead and shape the organisation's data science and AI capabilities. Hybrid work model with 2–3 days per month in the office; salary up to £110,000 base plus benefits.

University of Bristol seeks a senior leader to head Technical Services across the Faculty of Science and Engineering. You will drive strategic change, workforce planning, and risk management while building collaborations across schools and professional services.

BG Automotive is seeking a highly experienced Head of Purchasing to oversee all logistics and purchasing operations.

An innovative financial services organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Solution Architecture to drive technology solutions across its product and platform teams. This leadership role involves defining solution design standards, collaborating with stakeholders, and fostering a commu

THE COLLECTIVE NETWORK LIMITED is seeking a Head of Finance / Financial Controller to own the finance function across multiple group companies. You will oversee budgeting, cash flow, audit and tax, while partnering with operational teams to improve profitability and processes.

Travel, the UK’s leading B2B tour operator, is recruiting a Head of Sales for the Gold Medal operation in Leyland/Preston. You will define the sales strategy, drive revenue, and build a high-performing leadership team across all sales channels. You will own annual targets, leverage market insights

A leading investment firm is seeking a business-centred technology leader to own the product of their trading platform. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in trading technology and a hands-on approach to leading teams, alongside a strong understanding of execution algorithms and market mic

Morson Human Resources Limited is seeking a Head of Industry to lead end-to-end industrial activities at the Somerset site. You will own the industrial strategy, drive lean, digital transformation, and coordinate across supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering teams.

Harnham seeks a Chief Credit Officer in the United Kingdom to lead and oversee credit risk strategy and management. The incumbent will set direction for credit risk practices, support governance, and ensure consistent application of credit processes.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Cyber GRC. Located in West Midlands, this position offers high influence and strategic ownership.

Avove seeks a Head of Sustainability to shape and drive its sustainability strategy across the UK and Ireland. The role is hybrid, with travel to offices, sites and client locations as part of the duties. You will lead strategy, delivery and governance, embedding sustainability into bids and every s

A prominent advertising firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Trading to lead investment strategies across independent agencies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing teams, strong commercial acumen, and deep knowledge of the Out of Home (OOH) market. This position offers a f

Alexander Mae HR is partnering with a private group to appoint an experienced Head of Technology who will shape the technology strategy and lead delivery of secure, high-quality IT services across the Group. Reporting to the CFO and working with the SLT, you will own technology strategy, AI and data

Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) invites a strategic Head of AI to shape governance and delivery of AI across the organisation. Hybrid or remote-based with travel to Preston, you will build an ambitious AI strategy, operating model and roadmap that translates emerging tech into measu

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a Head of Fleet to manage a large fleet of home delivery vehicles. The role offers a competitive salary up to £115,000, along with a bonus scheme, private health care, and a pension scheme.

Doocey Group in Tipton, West Midlands, is seeking a Head of HR to shape the People Strategy and lead a multi-site HR function across circa 300 employees.

Global Head of Strategy and Integration. Global Head of Strategy and Integration. Irish family-owned international renewable energy group, that has successfully developed a remarkable e-Fuels platform, built by entrepreneurs with a long track record of profitable execution in large-scale infrastruct

A global humanitarian organization is seeking a Head of Humanitarian Influencing to oversee their influencing approach across the UK. You will lead strategy development, manage stakeholder risks, and represent the organization in various forums. We offer a competitive salary and benefits including f

Network IT seeks a Head of Estates to set the strategic direction for Security and Estates Management, advising the Chief Executive to help make effective security decisions across Estates, H&S, Fire and Security. The role leads Estates, Health & Safety, and Security governance at board level, ensur

The role involves leading the commercial function, defining and executing a bold strategy, and building strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a proven record in commercial strategy execution.

You will influence senior stakeholders, leverage data to set strategy, and guide a major, multi-year transformation that raises Dunelm’s share of customer spend while maintaining a. Dunelm, the UK’s leading homewares retailer, seeks a paid senior role within its Commercial Strategy & Transformat

A climate-tech startup is seeking a People and Talent Operations Associate to manage the Insights team and develop impactful content strategy. The ideal candidate will have over six years of experience in energy analysis and strong capabilities in market intelligence. This position offers a hybrid w

The office base is the Trust’s HQ at Houghton le Spring and we currently operate hybrid working arrangements with a mix of working from home and the office. Durham Wildlife Trust has been appointed as the delivery organisation for one of those partnerships - South of Tyne & Wear and County Durham.

A leading health and fitness company in the UK is seeking a Head of Digital Design to lead its design function, shaping user experiences across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading consumer-focused digital design and be proficient in contemporary design to

Daily Mail is seeking a Head of Customer Insight to build and own an ongoing insights function across key markets. You will lead mixed-methods research and collaborate with Brand, Product, Commercial, Strategy and partners to ensure insights inform decision-making. You’ll champion living customer

Summit HR is seeking a dynamic Head of HR to lead a developing HR function, with hybrid responsibilities across the business site and remote workforce.