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Are you a confident communicator who can influence and build trust at all levels? Do you have proven experience in an ER role, with strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practise? Are you looking for a working culture that is fast-paced, people-focused and fun? We are looking to recruit

Role: Project Controllers / Project Planners Location: Bristol or Stevenage (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite) Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + Bonus & Benefits Multiple Positions Available About the Opportunity A leading defence and aerospace organisation is significantly expanding its Project Controls function and seeking talented Project Controllers and Project Planners across multiple experience levels. This is a rare opportunity to join high-profile, cutting-edge programmes that are critical to national defence while developing your career in a collaborative and supportive environment. The Role As part of the Project Controls team, you'll provide essential support across cost, schedule, risk and performance management. Working closely with project managers, engineers and stakeholders, you'll ensure programmes are delivered on time and within budget, identifying risks and issues early. Key Responsibilities • Supporting project health assessments and identifying risks and issues, • Validating and maintaining project schedules across major programmes, • Building and managing integrated baseline schedules, • Analysing costs, forecasts and project performance data, • Leading schedule risk analysis where appropriate, • Supporting bid teams and new business activity with robust planning input What We're Looking For • Experience in project planning, controls or scheduling within engineering, defence, aerospace or similar complex environments, • Knowledge of project structures such as WBS, CBS or OBS, • Ability to interpret and analyse performance data across cost, schedule and resources, • Familiarity with project control tools such as Primavera, MS Project, SAP, ARM or Oracle Unifier, • Strong communication skills and confidence to influence across multi-disciplinary teams, • Knowledge of baseline management, change control and earned value management (advantageous) What's On Offer • Competitive salary £40,000 - £64,000 depending on experience, • Annual bonus up to £2,500, • Pension contributions up to 14%, • Flexible working arrangements with option to accrue additional leave, • Enhanced parental leave policies, • Excellent onsite facilities including subsidised meals and free parking Important Information This role requires British Citizenship. All successful applicants will be required to undergo security clearance checks. For further information or to apply, please submit your application today. Reference: AMC/JWH/PCPP1

£70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + Bens Hertfordshire- Hybrid Working Household Name Our client is a large household name; they are now seeking a driven, qualified accountant with exceptional technical accounting knowledge to work as a trusted partner to the business. As the primary point of contact for all technical accounting issues, you will lead the accounting, internal control and financial governance for the business. Duties will include:- • Lead the preparation of technical accounting papers for all key judgements within the organisation, • Present quarterly to the senior leadership team, recommending actions and communicating issues and concerns at a strategic level, • Lead the execution and management of the internal control framework, • Work closely with colleagues in the organisation to monitor and communicate adherence to company policy, controls and procedures, • Manage training projects across functions to communicate policy changes Ideally, you will be a top 4 practice trained accountant, with an ability to influence at director level and drive best practice through a large organisation. A confident and self motivated individual, you will lead and manage others in a results orientated environment. Please send your CV to apply. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. For similar opportunities and the latest updates from CMC Consulting please follow our company page: ___ For similar opportunities and the latest updates from CMC Consulting please follow our company page:

Are you a deal-driven property professional ready to take the next step in your agency career? This is your chance to join a respected regional practice where your local market expertise, client relationships, and commercial instincts will directly shape success. You’ll work across a diverse portfolio of industrial, office, and retail assets, driving transactions, building new relationships, and growing a loyal client base. This is not a back-office role — it’s a front-line opportunity for a confident communicator who thrives on winning business, negotiating deals, and delivering results. We’re looking for someone who: • Knows their patch and is passionate about local market dynamics., • Has a proven track record in commercial sales, lettings, or acquisitions., • Brings energy, initiative, and a “can-do” attitude to every opportunity., • Can turn instructions into success stories and clients into long-term partners. In return, you’ll join a team that values autonomy, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit, offering the support, tools, and reputation to help you excel. Expect a culture where your performance is recognised, your ideas are heard, and your success is rewarded. Package Includes: • Competitive salary up to £60,000 (DOE), • Uncapped discretionary commission, • 25 days holiday + benefits including health cover and travel expenses If you’re ready to lead deals, grow your influence, and make your mark in the regional commercial market, we’d love to hear from you.

Account Manager £55,000 + Bonus Hemel Hempstead - Hybrid Role Overview The Account Manager plays a key role in developing, maintaining, and expanding relationships with strategically important clients. This position is accountable for achieving sales targets, meeting strategic account goals, and supporting the continued growth. You will represent the full range of the organisation’s products and services to both new and existing customers, while ensuring that client needs and expectations are consistently met. The role also involves supporting commercial strategies aimed at improving profitability and sales performance. We are seeking driven and experienced Account Manager. Key Responsibilities • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally., • Achieve or exceed targets for sales volume, profitability, and strategic account objectives., • Proactively assess and respond to client needs, ensuring continuous alignment with business goals., • Lead the development of tailored solutions that best address customer requirements, coordinating input from all relevant teams and departments., • Take ownership of assigned strategic accounts, ensuring achievement of agreed quotas and financial objectives., • Deliver comprehensive account plans that meet organisational standards and support overall business strategy., • Maintain high levels of client satisfaction and retention through excellent service delivery., • Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities to meet and exceed sales targets in designated markets., • Develop long-term partnerships with clients by providing exceptional after-sales support and fostering mutual trust., • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline by exploring opportunities within existing markets and targeting new areas for growth., • Use creative and strategic approaches to generate new sources of profitable business., • Ensure the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of all sales reporting and documentation., • Produce and deliver high-quality sales proposals, tender documents, and presentations in line with corporate standards. Skills and Experience • Proven experience in a sales or account management position, ideally within the construction, electrical, data, or fibre sectors., • Strong ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining excellent attention to detail., • Experience collaborating with professionals at all levels, from operational staff to senior executives., • Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to influence decision-makers., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint., • Experience working on consultant-led and/or contractor-led service models., • Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and capitalise on new opportunities., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Planning and Organisation • Highly organised with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively in order to meet strict deadlines., • Capable of maintaining accurate and up-to-date records as required by the role., • Demonstrates initiative in identifying and resolving routine problems in collaboration with management.

TITLE: Employee Relations Lead DEPARTMENT: Human Resources JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY: The Employee Relations Lead is responsible for developing and delivering a proactive, fair, and consistent approach to employee relations (ER) across the organisation. Acting as the subject matter expert, this role provides advice and guidance on complex ER issues, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and supports managers in following relevant processes, resolving ER issues and building manager capability to foster a positive workplace culture. This role also requires working closely with a team of HR Advisors and supporting them in the day-to-day dealings with any ER issues. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Lead on complex and high-risk employee relations cases (e.g. disciplinaries, grievances, appeals, performance management, absence management and capability and whistleblowing)., • Support and mentor the HR Advisors with ER case management., • Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and HR colleagues on all ER matters to drive consistency, fairness, and legal compliance., • Empower managers to do the right thing and to lead on ER cases., • Develop and maintain ER policies, procedures, and guidance documents aligned with best practice and legislation to support managers across the business in dealing with ER issues., • Partner with senior leaders and HR colleagues to identify ER trends, risks, and opportunities, using data and insights to inform proactive decision-making., • Deliver training and provide toolkits to line managers to build confidence and competence in managing people issues., • Act as the escalation point for sensitive or complex ER cases, ensuring timely resolution and minimising risk to the organisation., • Work collaboratively with legal advisors where required to manage litigation risks, including Employment Tribunal cases and any initial dealings with ACAS., • Analyse ER case data to produce regular reports, identify patterns, and recommend improvements to any HR policies and practices., • Champion a positive employee experience and contribute to wider HR initiatives such as engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion., • Proactively and positively promote the LLA Way initiatives and projects with all employees and the wider airport community. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • Proven track record in employee relations within a complex or unionised environment., • Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice., • Skilled at managing a high volume of ER cases, • Skilled at managing complex cases with discretion and sound judgement., • Ability to influence and build credibility with senior stakeholders., • Excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills., • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, pragmatic advice., • Experience of policy development, delivering training to people managers, and ER data analysis., • CIPD level 5 or 7 qualification (or equivalent experience) desirable., • Approachable, empathetic, and resilient under pressure., • Solutions-focused, pragmatic, and commercially aware., • High integrity with a strong sense of fairness and confidentiality., • Comfortable balancing legal compliance with business needs., • Work well within a team and within a fast-paced environment. This job description is intended to give an appreciation of the role and the range of duties

___, part of ___, is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports & borders, defense, and urban security. Our expertise is spread across 5 R&D centers, 21 Global Offices and 7 Manufacturing Sites with 3000 Brilliant minds globally contributing for over 40 years at the frontline which enables us to deliver the solutions needed to protect our society from any threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals, and narcotics. Every minute of every day, our technology and talented team members help to make the world a safer place - The Global Programmes Senior Commercial Manager and Capability Lead (SCM&C Lead) is a unique role that combines the typical responsibilities of a Senior Commercial Manager Role with a business objective to introduce Contracting and Commercial Management Excellence into the established Global Programmes environment in Smiths Detection. The role holder will be responsible for the definition and integration of Contracting and Commercial Capability within Global Programmes and for leading its effective application across all Commercial Markets and the Americas. This role will enhance contract lifecycle management processes, improve risk mitigation strategies, and optimise commercial outcomes during project/programme execution. The SCM&C Lead is a senior professional role with an overall purpose to lead contracting and commercial excellence and, in accordance with the purpose of the Programme Excellence Centre (PEC), shall provide specialist support to embedded resources across both commercial/contract and project/programme management (PM) roles. The SCM&C Lead is a versatile role and day-to-day duties will vary in accordance with the needs of Global Programmes, however, the overall job purpose remains the same. Please note, this is an individual contributor role, there are no direct reports or management responsibilities. Successful applicants will have done a similar role within either Aviation, Construction, Defence or Rail. Duties: Global Programmes Contracting and Commercial Capability Development: • To deliver objectives defined by the Smiths Detection Transformation Programme Contract Lifecyle Management Improvement Initiative, initially, the full time focus will be on defining the Global Programmes contracting and commercial capability at a sufficient level to support the varying needs of markets., • Work in collaboration with the Global Services Team to determine, as far as reasonably practical, a congruous approach that maximises efficiencies, but that recognises the specific aspects to be adopted for Global Programmes. The differing needs of project/programme execution to be reflected are driven by the short-term nature of the contracts, the need to manage variations and sufficient demonstration of scope fulfilment to achieve timely contract closure., • Develop and implement standardised contract management processes within the PEC., • Introduce commercial best practices to improve project/programme financial and risk management, • Establish governance frameworks to ensure contract compliance and performance tracking., • Provide training to project/programme managers and teams on contract negotiation, risk assessment, and commercial decision-making. Organisational Evaluation, Skills Gap Analysis and Training: • Evaluate the existing sales, service and programmes organisational breakdown structures to identify existing skills, overlaps and gaps., • Conduct capability assessments to evaluate contract and commercial management skills across teams., • Recommend workforce development initiatives, training programmes, or structural changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness., • Lead the development and delivery of training to teams utilising expertise where required. Contract Management Improvement During Project/Programme Execution: • Develop guidelines for monitoring contract performance, obligations, and milestones., • Implement tools and methodologies to enhance real-time tracking of contractual commitments., • Support embedded Contract/Commercial Management and PM Teams in resolving contract-related issues, claims, and disputes., • Ensure alignment between contract terms, project deliverables, and financial targets. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: • Lead embedded commercial/contract managers and PMs to:, • Work closely with sales, legal, procurement, and finance teams to ensure commercial alignment across the project/programme lifecycle., • Minimise risks and maximise value., • Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance contract negotiation strategies., • Review contracts pre-signature and support negotiations., • Assurance of contract administration during execution., • Provide expert guidance throughout execution to embedded Commercial/Contract Managers and PMs. Continuous Improvement and Best Practice Implementation: • Benchmark against industry standards to introduce best-in-class contract management approaches., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the Global Programmes commercial capabilities., • Utilise data analytics and reporting tools to provide insights into contract and commercial performance. People and Talent Management: • Promote disciplined PM and Commercial practices throughout Global Programmes., • The role does not have direct line management responsibilities, however, as a senior professional the SCM&C Lead is expected to actively contribute to colleague development activities of Global Programmes to support building its capability., • The SCM&C Lead will effectively exploit and develop the knowledge of people from all functions. Policies and Procedures: • Ensure compliance with company policies for Ethics, Health, Safety and Environment., • Promote and lead business change particularly through engagement with the transformation programme., • Support PEC business change initiatives, such as the development of the Commercial Lifecycle Process and integration with Product Lifecycle Process into a PEC process framework for application across the global business., • Be a key contributor to regular maintenance of the PEC process framework to ensure that it accurately reflects Smiths Detection PM practices or identified improvements., • Follow a proactive approach to develop an understanding of company policies and procedures and in the first instance use resources such as training material, procedure documents and process guidelines as a go-to source. Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Educational requirements: • Internationally recognised professional qualification in Commercial/Contract management essential., • Degree qualification (HND minimum) in relevant discipline (Business/Law/Project Management) desirable., • Chartered member of as professional body such as RICS desirable. Knowledge: • Strong knowledge of contract law, risk management, and negotiation strategies., • Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile)., • Proficiency in contract lifecycle management tools and commercial analytics., • Awareness of complex integrated technology-based sensor systems and the critical roles that the technology and products play in the market. Skills: • Extensive experience in contract management, commercial management within a complex organisational structure essential., • Strong verbal and written communication and people management skills., • Strong analytical and problem solving skills combined with experience leading teams., • Ability to lead change initiatives and drive capability improvement across all aspects of areas of responsibility adopting both formal and informal approaches. Competence and Abilities: • Ability to demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a natural passion to deliver against commitments., • Ability to communicate at all levels of the organisation recognising the level of details that is required for a particular audience., • Significant ability to work in a multicultural team in a matrix environment and influence people outside of direct reporting relationships., • Advanced vision, attention to detail, organised and proven ability to work under own initiative developing methods and procedures for new assignments., • Significant ability to influence and act as a champion for governance, particularly to improve project/programme management., • Capable of producing special reports for the Senior Leadership Team within short timescales and comfortable working with ambiguity. Diversity & Inclusion: We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (___)

Project Planner - 6 months Fixed Term Contract Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Job Purpose: Reporting to the Project Manager (PM), the Project Planner is responsible for supporting the implementation of effective planning function to their assigned project within Smiths Detection. They will follow a business standard approach to planning covering all stages of the project lifecycle. The Project Planner will work closely with PM and have close relationship with Project Controls Manager (PCM). The role will be closely linked to the lean Programme Excellence Centre (PEC) and will contribute to the value that it provides to the project management function and wider business. Duties: • Establish and maintain the required minimum number of artefacts (e.g. Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Breakdown Structure, Responsibility Assignment Matrix, Responsible Accountable Consulted Informed (RACI) Matrix, time scheduling, resource planning, risk and change management controls, etc)., • The Project Planner shall apply recognised project controls practises to achieve the establishment of cost, schedule and resource baselines and the maintenance of such baselines through the updating of forecasts and the management of scope., • Develop plans, methodologies and processes for ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management Systems as required by Client, experience on this is critical especially in Ministry of Defence environment., • Develop and maintain overall project schedules and ensure that these products reflect the approved scope. Monitor and liase with project team to mitigate any adverse trends., • Develop and maintain a schedule narrative against the original baseline, any subsequent baseline revisions and the progressed schedule with analysis of critical and near critical path., • Develop and report according to the schedule development progress metrics and /key performance indicators including schedule risk analysis against the project risk register., • Review and endorse 3rd Party schedules and progress Baseline and forecasts prepared including rolling into the contract master schedule. The master schedule describes contracted activities, milestones and decision points to enable deliver., • Assistance in developing/writing Risk and Opportunity Management Plan with the PM will be required., • Develop and Embed the Baseline Change Control process including maintenance, analysis, communication and approval., • With PM support, conduct monthly variance analysis to explain and interpret the impact against the baseline and the completion and tracking of corrective/preventative actions. Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Educational requirements: • HNC qualified in a relevant discipline – Business/Project Management or Technology/Engineering., • Internationally recognised professional qualification in project controls such as Project Planning and Control (Practitioner) would be beneficial. Knowledge: • Detailed understanding of planning methodologies/techniques such as earned value management., • Appreciation of complex integrated technology-based sensor systems., • Experience within MOD would be useful Skills: • Demonstrable direct experience of project planning, risk and change management within a Project Management Office or reputable project management environment., • Exposure to baseline planning and scheduling, forecasting cost/schedule integration techniques., • Appreciation of resource management and integration with Integrated Business Planning., • Awareness of critical path analysis, reporting, risk management tracking and the completion of corrective action plans., • Direct experience of the use of scheduling tools such as: Primavera P6, Oracle ERP, MS Project, Cobra., • Direct or indirect experience of the use of risk, change and data software tools such as: Pertmaster, Active Risk Manager, Power BI., • Good verbal and written communication and people management skills., • Exposure to continuous improvement both formal and informal approaches. Competence and Abilities: • Embedded the application of change activities from proposal through to integration into the Performance Measurement Baseline, • Motivated to persistently achieve effective results that benefits the needs of the business., • Ability to communicate clearly (verbal, written, listening) and build an effective network of relationships with internal and external customers., • Can demonstrate an ability to make good judgements based on available information and in a timely manner., • Attention to detail, highly organised and able to work under own initiative., • Ability to work in a multicultural team in a matrix environment and influence at a basic level., • Support the production and control of baselined, fully logic linked, cost and resource loaded plans, with appropriate milestones utilising approved work breakdown structures and techniques., • Capable of producing special reports for the Senior Leadership Team, • Support the application of change activities from proposal through to integration into the Performance Measurement Baseline., • Ability to define an Earned Value Management System within a formal management plan which includes a Project Controls System Description. Impact and Scope: • A developing professional following a project controls approach that provides project management with informative support and alleviating reporting burden. Key Internal and External Relationships: • Head of Programmes, • Project Managers, • Lead Project Controllers, • Project Controls Manager, • Global Programmes Director, • Programme Excellence Centre Team

People Analytics Consultant £45,000 basic + Bonus + Benefits Hybrid St.Albans Are you passionate about transforming employee engagement? My client is looking for a dynamic People Analytics Consultant to join their fast-growing HR tech company. This is more than a data analyst role—it's an opportunity to influence how organisations think about their people by turning data into powerful, human-centric stories. If you are an influential storyteller who can inspire change at a senior level, we want to hear from you. The role: As a People Analytics Consultant, you will act as a strategic partner to our clients, using employee engagement survey data to drive strategy and genuine change. Your key responsibilities will include: • Data Analysis & Storytelling: Interpret survey data, uncover key themes, and present compelling narratives that move leaders to act., • Executive Consulting: Deliver high-quality presentations and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, HR teams, and C-suite executives., • Strategic Guidance: Advise clients on engagement strategy, benchmark their performance against industry standards, and help them build action plans., • Workshop Facilitation: Lead engaging workshops to help leaders and managers understand data and hold meaningful conversations with their teams., • Thought Leadership: Create articles and reports that establish my client as a leading voice in employee engagement, shaping industry-wide conversations. What we're looking for: • Experience: 5+ years in employee engagement, HR consulting, or organisational psychology., • Skillset: Exceptional ability to translate complex data into actionable insights, with strong presentation and facilitation skills. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required; familiarity with data visualisation tools is a plus., • Education: A university graduate (2:2 or above) in a related field is preferred., • Attributes: We need an influential communicator, an analytical storyteller, a proactive relationship-builder, and a curious, growth-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. To apply, please email a copy of your CV to Darren Dewrance of Aaron Wallis

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Digital Sales Specialist FTC maternity cover South. Digital Sales Specialist - 13 months FTC maternity cover - South. In this role you will significantly influence and increase Dentsply Sirona’s equipment business activities across Intraoral scanners, Chairside CADCAM & Imaging products and ensure

Shape creative, social‑first campaigns – collaborating with creative, strategy and account teams to develop bold, innovative campaigns that cut through, harness influencers, and integrate seamlessly with broader PR activity. An experienced agency leader with a proven track record running a socia

Voice and Influence Lead – Health. Voice and Influence Lead (Health). This role focuses on empowering young people affected by poverty to shape and influence health outcomes through co-created initiatives, advocacy, and education.