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Bedford-based organisation seeking a Qualified Accountant for a Financial Controller role Bedford Up to £55,000 p/a Primarily office-based | Hybrid working available Are you a hands-on Financial Controller who thrives in a collaborative, small-business environment? This is a broad, influential role where you’ll be at the heart of the organisation, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders while overseeing the full finance function. The RoleYou’ll take ownership of all financial aspects of the Society, providing both strategic insight and practical delivery. While hybrid working is available, this role is primarily office-based, reflecting the importance of collaboration with a wide range of internal teams. What You’ll Be Doing • Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls, • Deliver accurate analysis and insight to support business decisions, • Act as the responsible finance contact for HR and H&S advisory services, • Manage relationships with Insurance Brokers, • Ensure compliance, strong governance and financial accuracy, • Operate as a visible, engaged finance lead within a small organisationWhat We’re Looking For, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, • 5+ years’ experience in finance or accounting, including 2+ years in a supervisory/managerial role, • Experience working in a small organisation with a varied, hands-on remit, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial control expertise, • Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems, • Confident communicator, able to build relationships and influence at all levels, • Detail-focused, proactive and comfortable working under pressure, • Committed to ongoing professional developmentWhy Apply?, • High-visibility role with real influence across the organisation, • Varied workload with autonomy and ownership, • Salary up to £55,000 p/a

If you have logistics and distribution management experience and are looking for a new challenge, MoviantoUK are hiring! As the Distribution Centre Manager, you will be accountable for the overall performance and success of the Distribution Centre at our Bedford site. You will be working Monday to Friday (37.5 hours a week) and will be paid up to £60,000.00 per annum. Benefits • No weekend or bank holiday working, • Discounted gym memberships, • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), • Eligibility for Bonus Scheme, • Car allowance, • Holiday Purchase scheme, • Flexible pay through Stream, • Life Assurance, • Up to 5% Employer Pension Contribution, • Access to Simply Health, • 24/7 GP, physiotherapy and counselling through our EAP service, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Access to MyRewards, a benefits platform Who we are Movianto is a leading pharmaceutical supply chain solutions partner offering best-in-class logistics quality for the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and diagnostic industries. Purpose of the role To be responsible for the overall performance and success of the Distribution Centre, ensuring the effective delivery and collection of customer products within the assigned geographical area, while consistently achieving agreed KPIs and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). How you’ll make an impact as a Distribution Centre Manager at Movianto: • Operational Leadership, • Create and maintain a best-in-class operational environment, • Promote and maintain Health & Safety culture, • Ensure compliance with transport legislation, operating within DVSA requirements and Operator Licence obligations., • Ensure depot operations comply with MHRA regulatory requirements and product handling guidelines., • Foster a customer-first culture across the depot., • Create and build excellent working relationships with the Warehouse management team to ensure smooth operational capabilities., • Work collaboratively with Key Account Managers to monitor service levels., • Conduct regular client engagement and site visits, • Hold full profit & loss accountability for the site., • Ensure efficient utilisation and management of transport vehicles and depot resources., • Develop, review and deliver site budgets, targets and operational plans., • Manage supplier relationships in accordance with agreed Service Level Agreements., • Lead, motivate and develop the Transport team across the Business Unit., • Ensure all employees complete required training and development programmes., • Manage all HR responsibilities for direct reports, including recruitment, training, performance management, disciplinary processes and workplace Health & Safety., • Conduct regular performance reviews and 1:1 meetings with team members., • Ensure accountability within the depot team., • Manage workforce planning including permanent and agency staffing requirements., • Foster culture where teammates feel valued, respected and able to contribute ideas., • Continuously review operational processes - KPIs to drive improvements in service quality and efficiency., • Lead improvement cost-effective operational solutions., • Work collaboratively with IT and Solutions teams to automate processes., • Proven logistics and distribution management experience., • Demonstrated track record of improving operational performance, cost efficiency and team development., • Experience managing operational budgets, targets and KPIs., • Experience managing multi-temperature transport operations., • Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost models and profitability., • Financially astute with the ability to interpret and manage operational budgets and financial performance., • Strong leadership and team development capability., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • problem-solving and ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively under pressure. What it will take to thrive as a Distribution Centre Manager at Movianto: • CPC National and International qualification required., • IOSH qualified., • Logistics or Supply Chain qualification desirable., • Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transport Management Systems (TMS)., • Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint., • Continuous Improvement knowledge such as Lean or Six Sigma desirable. Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team! For more information or if you have any questions you can email - recruitment.uk @ movianto.com. Delivering healthcare across the nation – Movianto UK Movianto/Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We comply with all relevant laws, health and safety regulations, and environmental guidelines. The role requires flexibility within the job definition, and the responsibilities listed are not exhaustive. We recruit based on merit, regardless of marital or civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Leader and Armed Forces-friendly organisation, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace. By applying, you agree to the processing of your personal data in line with our privacy policy, which ensures your details are handled appropriately for this or other relevant opportunities within Movianto/Walden Group.

Bedford Up to £55,000 p/aPrimarily office-based | Hybrid working availableAre you a hands-on Financial Controller who thrives in a collaborative, small-business environment? This is a broad, influential role where you'll be at the heart of the organisation, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders while overseeing the full finance function.The RoleYou'll take ownership of all financial aspects of the Society, providing both strategic insight and practical delivery. While hybrid working is available, this role is primarily office-based, reflecting the importance of collaboration with a wide range of internal teams.What You'll Be Doing • Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls, • Deliver accurate analysis and insight to support business decisions, • Act as the responsible finance contact for HR and H&S advisory services, • Manage relationships with Insurance Brokers, • Ensure compliance, strong governance and financial accuracy, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, • 5+ years' experience in finance or accounting, including 2+ years in a supervisory/managerial role, • Experience working in a small organisation with a varied, hands-on remit, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial control expertise, • Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems, • Confident communicator, able to build relationships and influence at all levels, • Detail-focused, proactive and comfortable working under pressure, • High-visibility role with real influence across the organisation, • Varied workload with autonomy and ownership, • Salary up to £55,000 p/a Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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.co.uk

Financial Controller Location: Bedford (Hybrid working available) Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent About the Role NRG is partnering with a well-respected SME in the service sector to recruit an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, leading the finance function and contributing directly to both strategic and operational decision-making. Reporting to the General Manager and managing a small finance team, you will oversee all financial activities, ensuring strong controls, accurate reporting, and effective financial planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a varied environment where responsibilities are broad and your impact is visible. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage day-to-day finance operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll., • Produce accurate and timely monthly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements., • Develop, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements., • Coordinate external audits and tax filings, working closely with auditors and tax advisors., • Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making., • Monitor cash flow and maintain the organisation’s financial stability., • Provide insightful financial analysis to senior management, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities., • Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads., • Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, insurance brokers, HR consultancy, and other external partners., • Drive continuous improvement by enhancing financial systems, processes, and reporting., • Mentor and support the Finance Assistant and Senior Finance Assistant., • Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and project work as required., • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified., • Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting or finance roles, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position., • Experience working in a small organisation with a broad finance remit., • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls., • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage)., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels., • High attention to detail and accuracy., • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines., • A solutions-focused mindset and commitment to continuous professional development.What’s on Offer, • Competitive salary up to £55,000, • Hybrid working, • Cash health plan, • Life insurance, • Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture, • Free on-site parking

Sabert Corporation is a global leader in food presentation, service and packaging products. Its customers include food service professionals, food manufacturers, fast food chains and large retail chains. Through partnerships with its customers, Sabert Corporation Europe develops its products and production processes in a culture of sustainable development. Nivelles is the European production and distribution centre for Sabert Corporation products. We also have sites in the United Kingdom (Flitwick) and Poland (Łódź), which specialise in cardboard and processed paper. More than 330 people work at Sabert Europe, whether in researching solutions tailored to its customers, production, developing its sales networks, logistics or administration. Over the years, Sabert has strengthened and diversified its portfolio to offer multi-material food packaging solutions incorporating plastic, cardboard and pulp (moulded fibre). This approach enables the company to respond quickly and effectively to market developments, while meeting growing expectations in terms of sustainability and performance in food packaging. Job Purpose You ensure that the company's activities and products comply with applicable British and international standards and British health and safety legislation. You advise and assist the company in bringing its activities and products into line with industry best practice in terms of production quality, health and safety, and environmental sustainability. Key Responsibilities • Specifying Standards, • Assess product specifications, requirements and customer expectations., • Agree in-house (product) standards, • Define processes and procedures in conjunction with operating staff for both internal and supplier implementation, • Maintain controls and documentation, • Ensure tests and procedures are properly understood, carried out and monitored 2. Compliance • Ensure the company and its suppliers’ day-to-day compliance with agreed national and international standards and certifications including, non-exhaustively, ISO9001, BRCGS, ISO45001, FSC/PEFC, SEDEX, ISO 14001 and EU food contact materials standards, • Source and respond to Customer requests for supply of compliance documentation, • Audit, monitor, challenge and supervise internal and supplier auditing, • Act as key correspondent for compliance and customer auditors /quality managers and ensure all non-conformances and corrective actions resulting from audits are implemented and communicated, • Supervise and where appropriate, carry out day-to-day quality control activity, • Oversee the use of the QC testing facilities 3. Complaints handing • Coordinate the processing of all Customer Product and service quality complaints, • Investigate complaints, • Report back to Customers on behalf of the Company, • Ensure that and remedial and/or rectification work is carried out by the Company or its suppliers, • Propose, document and implement any processes or procedural changes required, • Prepare and follow up claims on suppliers (including raw materials and factored products) 4. Authority • Expenditure: Purchase contractor and consultant services though the Procurement Department as required, spend being pre-approved by the line manager., • Discipline: Ensure conformance of reporting staff to Company rules and standards and work with HR in case any disciplinary needs arising., • Measures of performance in the job, • The maintenance, extension of and improvement in (where possible) the Company’s portfolio of commercially relevant accreditations, • Continued development of the systems and procedures in the Company in support of its activities, • Continued up-to-date expertise in the areas of food packaging compliance and sustainability, • Expeditious and professional management of customer communications, • Expeditious and professional management of quality and H&S related issues and incidents, • Additional requirements for candidates, • Previous recent, relevant and proven experience in managing compliance and quality assurance within a manufacturing environment, • Excellent communicator and motivator, • A self-starter who is well organised and highly motivated to get the job done efficiently and safely, • Confident in communicating verbally and in writing, • Fully conversant with standard office IT products (Email, Word, Excel etc. …)

Job Title: Industrial Electricians Location: Bedford Duration: 1+ Month (potential for extension) Start Date: 23/03/2026 Overview: LRL are currently recruiting experienced Industrial Electricians for an upcoming project. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced industrial environment with consistent hours and potential overtime. Key Requirements: • Qualifications: NVQ Level 3, AM2, • Preferred Certifications: 2391 Inspection & Testing and/or Compex, • Experience: Minimum 5+ years in industrial settings, • Experience in gas turbines, waste-to-energy, gas, or oil sectors is highly desirable, • £28p/hr First 38 hours, • £36.30p/hr after 38 hours and Saturday, • £39.20p/hr Sunday, • Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 18:30, • Friday: 07:00 - 13:00 / 15:30, • Installation, maintenance...

Due to our ongoing growth and business demands, we are recruiting a Recruitment Coordinator. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, the Recruitment Coordinator is responsible for supporting end-to-end recruitment administration and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for candidates and hiring managers. The role plays a key part in attracting, screening, and onboarding talent by coordinating recruitment activities and managing all associated administrative tasks in line with company and regulatory requirements. Key Activities: • Support recruitment campaigns by liaising with hiring managers and the recruitment team, • Review and sift CVs against job requirements to shortlist suitable candidates, • Conduct initial candidate screening (e.g., phone or virtual pre-screen interviews), • Coordinate and schedule interviews, including panel availability and logistics, • Prepare interview packs and ensure hiring managers are briefed, • Communicate with candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing updates and feedback, • Manage job requisitions and maintain applicant tracking systems, • Administer offer processes, including drafting offer letters and contracts, • Coordinate pre-employment checks (e.g., right to work, references, security clearance if required), • Handle full onboarding administration for new starters, • Prepare and issue new starter documentation and ensure completion prior to start date, • Liaise with HR, IT, payroll, and line managers to ensure smooth onboarding, • Maintain accurate employee and candidate records in line with GDPR and company policies Key Outputs: • Shortlisted candidate pipelines aligned with role requirements, • Efficiently scheduled and coordinated interview processes, • Timely and accurate offer letters and onboarding documentation, • Completed pre-employment checks and compliance records, • Fully onboarded new starters ready for day one, • Up-to-date recruitment and onboarding trackers, • Positive candidate experience and communication standards, • Accurate and compliant HR and recruitment records Training and Development Expectations: • Training on internal recruitment and HR systems (e.g., applicant tracking systems), • Understanding of hiring processes within regulated industries (e.g., nuclear sector compliance), • Development of interviewing and candidate assessment skills, • Training in employment law basics and GDPR compliance, • Exposure to workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies, • Continuous development in HR coordination, recruitment best practices, and stakeholder engagement Person Specification: • Experience in recruitment coordination, HR administration, or resourcing support, • Proven ability to sift CVs and support candidate screening, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously, • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), • Ability to coordinate interviews and manage stakeholder schedules, • High attention to detail, especially with documentation and compliance, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), • Experience handling confidential information professionally Desirable: • Experience working within engineering, technical, or regulated industries, • Knowledge of onboarding processes and pre-employment checks, • Understanding of employment legislation and recruitment best practices Personal Attributes: • Proactive and highly organised, • Strong interpersonal skills with a candidate-focused approach, • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, • Professional, discreet, and reliable, • Team-oriented with a flexible approach to workload Benefits: • 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays, • 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice), • Individual and family private health care, • Dental insurance for employees, • Cashplan – Level 2 cover, • Life assurance (4x salary), • Employee assistance programme (EAP), • Income Protection, • Professional Body Membership, • Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice), • Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice), • Babbel – learn a new language, • ·Generous family leave

Deputy Service Manager The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have. When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act. Job Title:Deputy Service Manager Location:Based in Luton. Unfortunately this service has no step free access. Salary:£28,700 (Annual) Shift Pattern:Fixed Term Contract until March 2028working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota which can vary between 08:00 - 16:00, 09:00 - 17:00, 10:00 - 18:00 and 12:00 - 20:00. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service and resident requirements and will include bank holiday working. You will also form part of the out of hours on call rota for managers. About the Role We are seeking a Deputy Service Manager to support the Service Manager in leading our residential based service which is based in Luton. Penrose Women's Luton SHAP support women who have experienced multiple forms of exclusion such as historical/ongoing abuse, involvement in the criminal justice system, mental health challenges, drug/alcohol dependency, and enduring high levels of violence and coercion. The team supports our women to create a safe, secure, and nurturing environment to create a space where they can call home. They provide person-centred care and support to help them overcome personal challenges and rebuild their lives for brighter futures. In this role, you will support in leading the team by providing overall leadership to the service and line management responsibilities to support, enable, and empower your team to deliver high quality support to our residents. You will support in driving service outcomes in line with contractual requirements, ensuring quality and consistency within a trauma and psychologically informed environment. You will ensure the service runs smoothly in collaboration with the team, wider teams, and external partners. We're looking for someone who is solution focused, has experience within a similar service environment, and can create a safe space for individuals to learn, and grow. Key Responsibilities Include: • Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle, fostering a supportive leadership culture focused on staff wellbeing, learning, and development., • Encourage productivity, engagement, and wellbeing of the team through regular check-ins, training, meetings, and supervisions., • Support with day to day tasks within the service, supporting the team to deliver the best possible outcomes with their residents., • Ensure Risk Management processes and policies are followed within the service., • Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting., • Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery. You will be knowledgeable of the trauma and challenges that women face within the service including exclusion. We're looking for someone who can build rapport, trust, and create an environment which allows individuals to grow their skills and experience and develop as individuals. • Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the postholder is female., • Previous experience in supporting individuals in a similar capacity or managing a service which supports residents who have experienced multiple forms of exclusion such as historical/ongoing abuse, involvement in the criminal justice system, mental health challenges, drug/alcohol dependency, and enduring high levels of violence and coercion., • Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff., • Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's, • Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service., • Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries., • Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and needs of the service. For example, Provide an emergency on call service as and when required in case of emergency., • IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software., • 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service, • Employer Pension Contribution, • Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card, • Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more, • Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work, • Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans, • Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Annual Staff Awards We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:Theory of ChangeFurther details can be found on our website here:Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. xrnqpay Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.

Our client is looking for an organised and people-focused HR Administrator who thrives on variety and takes real pride in getting the detail right. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of their People Team—helping to create a positive, engaging workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and recognised. From keeping HR processes running smoothly to bringing their culture to life through events and communications, no two days will be the same. If you enjoy balancing structure with creativity and want to play a key role in shaping the employee experience, we’d love to hear from you. This position is full time from 8am to 5pm, office based. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll support the full employee lifecycle while ensuring our HR operations run efficiently, accurately, and professionally. Your responsibilities will include: • Acting as the Workday champion, managing all employee lifecycle changes (starters, leavers, contractual updates), • Maintaining accurate employee records across systems, ensuring GDPR compliance, • Supporting key HR processes such as onboarding, inductions, probation reviews, and leaver procedures, • Managing the HR inbox and providing a responsive, professional service to colleagues and managers, • Assisting with Employee Relations administration and documentation, • Producing HR reports, insights, and presentations using HR systems and Excel You’ll also play an important role in shaping culture by: • Coordinating engagement activities, celebrations, and awareness events, • Creating engaging internal communications, blogs, and content, • Supporting wellbeing initiatives and employee forums, • Helping to manage and promote engagement platforms and initiatives What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who is proactive, organised, and passionate about delivering a great employee experience. You’ll bring: • Previous experience in an HR administration role, with a solid understanding of core HR processes, • Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage a wide range of stakeholders, • A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently, • Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information, • Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and HR systems (Workday experience is a plus), • Creativity and enthusiasm for employee engagement, communications, or events (Canva experience is beneficial) Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so

HR Administrator Location: Office-based -Bedfordshire Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced HR Administrator to join a busy and supportive People team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented HR professional who is passionate about delivering a high standard of service and ensuring smooth, compliant HR operations across the business. As an HR Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the full employee lifecycle while acting as a central point of contact for HR systems, processes, and queries. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all core HR activities. Key Responsibilities Act as the People team's Workday champion, ensuring all employee lifecycle changes, including starters, leavers, and contractual amendments, are processed accurately and reported as required. Monitor compliance and accuracy across key HR processes, including pre-employment checks, onboarding, probation reviews, inductions, and leaver procedures. Serve as the subject matter expert for Workday processes, providing guidance and support to managers and the wider People team. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records using Workday and SharePoint in line with GDPR and data protection requirements. Administer employee leavers, including producing associated documentation and monitoring completion of exit interviews. Manage and respond to queries received through the HR inbox, ensuring timely and professional communication. Support the People team with the preparation of Employee Relations documentation as required. Skills and Experience Proven experience within an HR administration role, with a solid understanding of core HR processes across the full employee lifecycle. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and professional documentation. Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Able to work collaboratively within a team whilst also demonstrating initiative and the ability to work independently. Professional and discreet, with confidence in handling sensitive and confidential information. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Experience of using HR systems is essential, with Workday experience highly desirable. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to develop their career within a structured and values-driven environment, where accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement are highly valued

Company Profile: Total IT is an award-winning technology services and systems integration business founded in 2006, with offices in Bedford, London, and Dubai. We operate at the intersection of IT, cyber security, networks, and smart building technology, supporting some of the largest and most complex commercial buildings in the United Kingdom, alongside a growing portfolio of international clients. With sustained growth, an exceptional client portfolio, and a people first culture, we combine technical excellence with a commitment to outstanding customer experience. As we evolve our security posture i nternally and for clients, this role is critical for shaping and delivering a mature, modern cyber practice. Description: As Cyber Security Manager , you will own the delivery of cyber security across Total IT not just the strategy, but the execution. You will take full accountability for client security roadmaps, incident response, technical controls, and the day today running of our cyber capability. This role blends hands on technical leadership with operational delivery. Youll be the driving force behind improving security for clients, maturing our internal processes, and ensuring that risks are understood, prioritised , and actioned. You will be a trusted advisor to clients, a partner to our Operations and Technical teams, and the person who ensures this gets done. Responsibilities: Own client cyber security roadmaps: creation, prioritisation , scheduled review, and delivery. Lead and continually improve our incident response function including triage, containment, communications, and lessons learned. Drive remediation by working closely with Service Desk, Projects, and clients. Maintain robust security reporting and ensure clients understand their risk position. Oversee compliance efforts (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) and ensure gaps are addressed. Provide guidance on governance, policies, and technical best practice. Ensure SOC activities are efficient, actioned, and measurable. Act as the escalation point for all complex cyber queries internally. Work with leadership to shape the long term vision of our cyber offering. Every week, you will: Build, update, and deliver client cyber security roadmaps ensuring agreed actions are completed, not just documented. Run regular risk and vulnerability reviews, prioritising remediation and driving work into the Service Desk /Projects teams. Lead incident handling end to end: triage, investigation, containment, communication, documentation, and lessons learned. Monitor and improve Microsoft 365 security posture across clients (Identity, Defender, Conditional Access, Purview, Secure Score). Manage SOC output and ensure alerts are assessed, escalated, and addressed. Own patching, vulnerability reporting, and remediation follow through. Conduct technical control checks (email security, endpoint protection, MFA/SSPR, logging, backups, etc.). Attend client and internal security meetings, clearly communicating risks, progress, and next steps. Maintain our security documentation, processes, and SLAs. Assist engineers during major incidents or escalations. Lead post incident reviews and convert them into long-term improvements. Build practical, usable processes and playbooks that work in a fast-moving MSP environment. Proactively identify areas where Total IT can improve our security resilience and service quality. Support presales for security related work and advise on solution design. Lead and manage a team of Security analysts to: Configure and optimise security settings in Microsoft 365 & Azure AD. Validate SOC alerts, perform investigations, and drive containment actions. Analyse vulnerabilities, confirm exploitability, and ensure fixes are deployed. Review firewall rules, email security controls, and endpoint configurations. Experience: Proven experience in a security leadership or senior security operations role ideally within an MSP or high-variability environment. Demonstrable success delivering real-world security improvements, not just writing policies. Strong background in incident response and security operations. Ability to design, articulate, and deliver actionable security roadmaps. Comfortable interacting with senior client stakeholders and influencing decisions. Desirable certifications : CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implemente r but practical experience and delivery capability matter more. Technical Skills Required: Strong hands-on Microsoft 365/Azure AD security experience. Understanding SOC processes, alert triage, and incident escalation. Solid grasp of vulnerability management (tools, triage, prioritisation , remediation). Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus. Ability to translate technical risk into business-impact language. Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills. Experience implementing technical controls that materially reduce risk. What good looks like in the first 30/60/90 days: First 30 Days Complete onboarding and gain a deep understanding of Total ITs current security posture. Review existing client security baselines and identify immediate gaps. Begin leading small incidents with support. Establish relationships with Operations , and key clients. Produce a clear quick wins plan. First 60 Days Take full ownership of incident response. Deliver updated security roadmaps for priority clients. Introduce improved processes for SOC alert handling and vulnerability follow-up. Begin leading client-facing security reviews and audits . First 90 Days Lead the cyber function end-to-end with confidence. Demonstrate improvements against measurable KPIs (reduced vulnerabilities, improved Secure Scores, incident SLAs met). Deliver a proposal for maturing Total ITs long-term security approach. Be recognised internally and externally as the go-to security authority. Review and evolve our current s ecu rity t raining framework with key clients. Deliver successful TTX (tabletop exercises) internally and with clients to help raise cyber awareness. Development Path: Youll grow into: Leading a larger cyber function/building a team. Enterprise-level governance & security management. Security consultancy and advisory roles. Certifications can support this path, but proven capability always comes first. Company Benefits: 28 days annual leave plus 1 additional day to be used 2 weeks either side of your bi r thday. Comprehensive private healthcare and wellness programs. A contributory pension scheme. Access to high-performance computing resources and a modern working environment. Professional development opportunities, including up to 10 days of relevant training per year. Interview Process: Stage 1:?Screening Interview with HR team via Microsoft Teams Stage 2:?Microsoft Teams Interview with Head of Operations Stage?3: Face to face with?our CEO & Head of Operations Stage? 4 : A call with our?HR Manager?to run through a job offer, set? expectations ?and confirm any outstanding questions.? Final Stage: An offer letter is sent?with an agreed start date. Welcome to the Total IT Team!? Why Work at Total IT: Total IT is not just a workplace; it's a community where innovation, passion, and teamwork are valued above all. Our team survey highlights the positive atmosphere and the professional growth opportunities available here. Join us and be part of a company that values your expertise and dedication to the cyber security field. TPBN1_UKTJ