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Paraplanner Competitive salary, negotiable depending on your experience and expertise. Are you ready to bring your Paraplanning expertise to a role where your skills and unique perspective can make a lasting impact? What Sets Us Apart At MHA, we’re about people first – our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 8th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment. Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart. Here, you won’t just be another face in the firm; you’ll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success. With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programmes, you’ll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported. Here, You’ll Go Beyond Numbers We’re looking for a talented Paraplanner who thrives in a dynamic environment and embraces the chance to tackle complex challenges. At MHA, you’ll be surrounded by passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference. Your work in Wealth Management will go beyond the numbers – it’s about building meaningful relationships, understanding the businesses, navigating risks, and delivering insights that drive real results. Main Responsibilities • Work closely with the consultants to fully understand the client’s objectives, needs and priorities, to provide holistic financial planning for the client, • Carry out research and consider the bigger picture (e.g. tax implications) to find solutions to objectives, factoring these into suitability letters/reports, • Proactively look to add value and influence the planning and solution recommended for the client, identifying and highlighting any additional or future planning points as appropriate, • Liaising with the Operations Manager and Compliance Manager to highlight/discuss any complex, unusual or ambiguous cases., • Liaising with colleagues in other service lines, as appropriate, to ensure a joined up approach to the holistic planning, • Work closely with the client service team to gather accurate information required for prepping and planning cases, clearly setting out what is required and timescales, • Adhering to regulatory requirements, compliance procedures, departmental and firm-wide processes., • Ensuring a complete and accurate audit trail is maintained at all times, • Taking ownership for keeping up to date with legislative / regulatory changes / CPD, • Proactively get involved and contribute ideas as part of continuous improvement. Support and embrace necessary changes. Share best practice and knowledge as appropriate, • Ensure agreed personal objectives are progressed on a timely basis, • Provide ‘subject matter expert’ input as appropriate and when requested, and provide appropriate training, direction and support for others where needed What We’re Looking For • Ability to deliver first class client service, • A proactive and positive approach and the ability to take the initiative, • Attention to detail, • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to prioritise workload effectively, • An appreciation and understanding of how other roles within the department are inter-dependant, • Confidence to discuss cases with the consultant and seek further information as appropriate, to ensure the starting point of any case is fully compliant and objectives are fully understood, • Confidence to refer complex/unusual/non-compliant cases to the Operations or Compliance Manager, • Advanced experience using the full Microsoft Office suite Rewards That Resonate You’re more than a number to us; you’re an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions. • 33 days holiday Inc. bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the opportunity to buy 5 days), • Competitive salary package, • Employee recognition awards: Outstanding Performance Award Bonus and other recognition initiatives., • New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential, • Employee Assistance Programme: Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counseling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family., • And lots more! Are You Ready to Elevate Your Career? Apply now and be part of a team that celebrates diversity, champions innovation, and prioritises your success!

We are seeking a highly motivated Factory Manager to join a well-established business within the FMCG industry to lead their Preston based facility. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering operational excellence and a strong commitment to employee development and engagement. Client Details This is an exciting opportunity to join a market‑leading FMCG manufacturer recognised for its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and premium‑quality products. With a rapidly expanding global footprint, the business operates multiple high‑performing production facilities across three continents, supplying their products internationally. Description Reporting directly to the Group Operations Director, the Factory Manager will take full responsibility for site performance, strategic direction and leadership. This role will play a pivotal part in driving operational excellence, cost efficiency, team engagement and continuous improvement initiatives across the site. Key Responsibilities Deliver consistent performance against site KPIs, customer requirements, and operational targets Drive a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring teams are empowered and performance‑focused Own and manage site budgets, identifying cost‑saving and efficiency opportunities Implement, refine and embed robust operational processes Lead and execute Capex projects and future site developm...

The Company: Simmonsigns, based in Telford, established in 1985 and founded on an ethos of providing solutions for safer roads, specialist lighting, renewable energy and storage. We deliver a wide range of high-quality products, meeting industry standards for local authorities, construction sites, private workplaces, and individual homes. We believe in demanding more and continually challenge ourselves to improve and deliver innovation, using our own dedicated, experienced team and our partners. As part of our continuous improvement, we place a strong emphasis on training, development and always ‘doing the right thing’. Our vision is ‘Creating sustainable solutions that are safe for everyone.’ The people: We employ people with passion, enthusiasm, a can-do mindset, and the right skills to form one of the most innovative manufacturers in our sector. They are progressive, ambitious, creative, well-organised and idealists, who can work on projects as individuals or part of a team. Job Description Join in! To further expand our activities, we are currently searching for a dynamic person to join the external sales division to enhance our performance and help take the company into new sectors with our latest products to be launched in 2026 Area Sales Manager – North Your responsibilities: Manage and develop relationships with existing and future clients. Itentify the needs of the client and deliver solutions based...

Quality Manager (Manufacturing) £42,000 - £46,000 + Training + Profit Share + Early Finish Friday + Pension + Annual Salary Review Preston Are you a Quality Manager or Compliance professional with experience working within engineering or manufacturing environments looking to join a well-established business offering long-term stability, autonomy, and the opportunity to play a key role in driving quality and compliance standards across the organisation? This company is a long-established UK manufacturing business specialising in high-performance industrial materials used across multiple sectors including transport, aerospace, energy, and consumer products. With a strong technical reputation and decades of industry expertise, the company focuses on innovation, customer partnership, and delivering tailored solutions from development through to full-scale production. In this role you will lead internal, external, and supplier audits, ensure ongoing regulatory and customer compliance, and work closely with multiple departments to improve systems and processes. You will also support customer enquiries and orders from a compliance perspective while maintaining key documentation and approvals. This position would suit a Quality Manager or Compliance professional from an engineering or manufacturing background who is confident managing quality systems, leading audi...

About The Role This is more than a management role. As Service Manager at Preston Foyer, you will lead across two town-centre sites, creating a safe, ambitious environment where young people can grow in confidence, develop skills and move towards independence. Working in strategic partnership with the Foyer Federation, Preston Foyer is shaped by Advantaged Thinking, focusing on young peoples strengths, talents and potential. You will lead a passionate team to deliver excellent housing, support and opportunity, while championing Youth Foyer accreditation standards. Why join us? Every day at Preston Foyer is a chance to make a real difference. You will lead a service that gives young people more than a place to stay it gives them stability, opportunity and belief in their future. What you will do You will provide strong, visible leadership and drive quality, performance and innovation across the service, ensuring young people receive high-quality, person-centred support. • Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team across two sites., • Create a safe, strengths-based environment for young people., • Deliver high standards in housing management, safeguarding, compliance and health and safety., • Build strong local partnerships and open up opportunities in education, employment and training., • Drive service improvement and better outcomes for young people.<...

HR Manager- Preston UK (Multi-site role)- Head office Preston Full-time and Permanent | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) £45,000 – £50,000 per annum + benefits About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading national distributor within the fmcg sector, with a successful heritage spanning over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £150m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK sites, delivering a wide range of products to businesses of all sizes from independent operators to large-scale organisations. Blending local expertise with national scale, the company is known for its strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and commitment to innovation in a fast-moving industry. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s People Plan. Working closely with the Group HR Director, you’ll take a hands-on, strategic and operational role, supporting managers across the business while driving best practice in people management and employment law compliance. Key Responsibilities • Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategy aligned to business goals, • Lead end-to-end recruitment and workforce...

Quality Manager (Manufacturing) £42,000 - £46,000 + Training + Profit Share + Early Finish Friday + Pension + Annual Salary Review Preston Are you a Quality Manager or Compliance professional with experience working within engineering or manufacturing environments looking to join a well-established business offering long-term stability, autonomy, and the opportunity to play a key role in driving quality and compliance standards across the organisation? This company is a long-established UK manufacturing business specialising in high-performance industrial materials used across multiple sectors including transport, aerospace, energy, and consumer products. With a strong technical reputation and decades of industry expertise, the company focuses on innovation, customer partnership, and delivering tailored solutions from development through to full-scale production. In this role you will lead internal, external, and supplier audits, ensure ongoing regulatory and customer compliance, and work closely with multiple departments to improve systems and processes. You will also support customer enquiries and orders from a compliance perspective while maintaining key documentation and approvals. This position would suit a Quality Manager or Compliance professional from an engineering or manufacturing background who is confident managing quality systems, leading audits, and improving operational compliance standards. The Role ...

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HR Manager- Preston UK (Multi-site role)- Head office Preston Full-time and Permanent | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) £45,000 – £50,000 per annum + benefits About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading national distributor within the fmcg sector, with a successful heritage spanning over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £150m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK sites, delivering a wide range of products to businesses of all sizes from independent operators to large-scale organisations. Blending local expertise with national scale, the company is known for its strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and commitment to innovation in a fast-moving industry. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s People Plan. Working closely with the Group HR Director, you’ll take a hands-on, strategic and operational role, supporting managers across the business while driving best practice in people management and employment law compliance. Key Responsibilities Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategy aligned to business goals Lead end-to-end recruitment and workforce planning Oversee onboarding, training, and development initiatives Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, including complex case management Draft and manage HR documentation, policies, and procedures Drive performance management processes, including appraisals and reviews Support succession planning and talent development across business units Monitor and improve employee engagement and retention strategies Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination Maintain accurate HR systems, reporting, and data compliance Deliver training sessions and workshops to managers and teams Lead and contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives ⚖️ Compliance & Culture Ensure full compliance with UK employment legislation and HR best practice Promote a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism Support a safe and compliant working environment, adhering to Health & Safety standards ✅ What We’re Looking For Essential: CIPD Level 5+ (or equivalent experience) Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor Strong knowledge of UK employment law Experience handling complex employee relations cases Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information Desirable: CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) Experience in organisational change or transformation Exposure to M&A activity Knowledge of GDPR/Data Protection Experience using HR analytics and data-driven decision making What’s in It for You? KPI Bonus Scheme 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance Company Sick Pay Employee Discount Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, nationally recognised organisation where you can truly make an impact. You’ll have the autonomy to shape HR practices while working within a supportive leadership structure. How to Apply Send your CV to (url removed) to submit your application or call me on (phone number removed) if you require any additional information. INDBSO

About The Role This is more than a management role. As Service Manager at Preston Foyer, you will lead across two town-centre sites, creating a safe, ambitious environment where young people can grow in confidence, develop skills and move towards independence. Working in strategic partnership with the Foyer Federation, Preston Foyer is shaped by Advantaged Thinking, focusing on young people’s strengths, talents and potential. You will lead a passionate team to deliver excellent housing, support and opportunity, while championing Youth Foyer accreditation standards. Why join us? Every day at Preston Foyer is a chance to make a real difference. You will lead a service that gives young people more than a place to stay – it gives them stability, opportunity and belief in their future. What you will do You will provide strong, visible leadership and drive quality, performance and innovation across the service, ensuring young people receive high-quality, person-centred support. Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team across two sites. Create a safe, strengths-based environment for young people. Deliver high standards in housing management, safeguarding, compliance and health and safety. Build strong local partnerships and open up opportunities in education, employment and training. Drive service improvement and better outcomes for young people.About The Candidate You will be an experienced leader with a background in supported housing, homelessness, youth services or a related field. You will know how to inspire teams, build partnerships and create services that are compassionate, ambitious and focused on young people’s potential. If you want a role where you can genuinely change lives, we would love to hear from you. Join Preston Foyer and help young people build the future they deserve. The benefits on offer In return for helping to transform lives, we’ll give you access to some great benefits. These include: 26 days annual leave rising to 31 days An extra day off on your birthday A High Street discount scheme (great savings both on and off-line) Pension with life assurance Discounted private medical insurance Loans available for financial emergencies Occupational Sick Pay A full Induction package and training relevant to the role Long service awards from 2.5 years Support to learn and develop your careerAbout The Company A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness. Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in. As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

FTC Senior Accounts Assistant Location: Preston Salary: £35,000-£40,000 Reference: ASPLIV Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Senior Accounts Assistant to join their business on a 12-month fixed term contract to provide maternity cover. This is a key role responsible for the end-to-end management of the finance function, combining day-to-day transactional oversight with ownership of cash flow, reporting, and financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and can take full ownership of financial processes while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong governance. Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end sales and purchase ledger processes, including invoice processing, approvals, and postings Perform and review reconciliations across multiple bank accounts, credit cards, and e-commerce payment platforms Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial transactions Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate accounts payable records Oversee aged receivables and support credit control procedures, including authorisation of sales orders Monitor and manage daily bank balances, deposits, and liquidity requirements Forecast foreign currency requirements and coordinate overseas payments Manage bulk and ad-hoc payment runs Manage trade finance activities Produce regular reports on sales performance and overall financial position Deliver cash position updates and insights, including monthly reviews with the Managing Director Prepare aged stock and receivables reports Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including PVA and VAT Maintain robust financial controls and governance across all processes Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, supporting audits and information requests Manage credit insurance processes Requirements: Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Finance role Experience using Xero accounting software (preferred) or similar systems Strong cash flow management experience Experience working with auditors and external financial stakeholders Knowledge of imports, import VAT, and trade finance (preferred) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Hands-on approach, comfortable managing both transactional and strategic finance tasks High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Package Details / Benefits: 12 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) 23 days annual leave + Bank Holiday – Option to buy or sell 3 days. Company Pension (Apply online only) Monday to Friday To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Senior Executive Consultant (phone number removed) (url removed) At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data – these can be viewed on our website

Head Chef – Large Gastro Pub £42,000 – £48,500 Package Preston An experienced and passionate Head Chef is required for a large, high-volume gastro pub in Preston, part of a well-established and reputable group. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a thriving kitchen, working alongside a supportive senior management team to maintain and elevate an already successful operation. The Role As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall performance and day-to-day running of the kitchen. Working closely with the General Manager and senior leadership team, you will play a key role in driving the food offering, maintaining high standards, and contributing to the continued success of the business. You will lead from the front, inspiring and developing your team, while ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all aspects of the kitchen. You will also collaborate with Executive Chefs on seasonal menu development and bring fresh ideas to enhance the offering. Strong financial awareness is essential, as you will manage stock control, labour costs, and GP performance to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and profitably. About You We are looking for a confident and capable Head Chef with a passion for fresh food and high-quality dishes. You will be a natural leader, able to motivate and develop your team while maintaining a positive and professional kitchen environment. You should have: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a busy, fresh food environment Strong leadership and team development skills Excellent organisational and communication abilities Solid understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and labour control A passion for innovation and continuous improvement This role would suit a driven chef looking to make their mark within a growing and respected group. Benefits Basic salary of £42,000 profit share of £3,500 paid (monthly) Additional tronc earnings of approximately £3,000 per year Generous cash tips Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £1,000) Complimentary meals on shift 30% discount across the group for you, friends, and family Pension scheme Access to virtual GP services and health checks Discounted gym memberships 24/7 confidential legal and support helpline Ongoing training and fully funded management development programmes Retail and lifestyle discounts via Perks on Tap Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes Regular social and company events Eligibility In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 , all applicants must be able to provide proof of their right to live and work in the UK. Applications are only accepted from candidates currently residing in the UK. Apply Now If you're ready for your next challenge as a Head Chef, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to explore this and other exciting chef opportunities. TPBN1_UKCT

Job Advert Administration Assistant Permanent position - hybrid working Bamber Bridge, Preston The Role: The Administration Assistant provides reliable and professional administrative support to the Executive Assistant and Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the smooth day to day operation of the business. The role supports a wide range of activities including meeting coordination, travel and logistics, procurement administration, onboarding and offboarding processes, events support, and the maintenance of accurate records and trackers. The postholder also assists with document control activities, supporting the effective management of the Integrated Management System and project documentation in line with established processes and ISO requirements. Through strong organisation, attention to detail, and proactive support, the role helps ensure information is well managed, leaders are effectively supported, and operational delivery is enabled. Key Duties and responsibilities: Executive Office Administrative Support: SLT calendar scheduling, support, logistics and meeting preparation. Preparation and coordination of meeting papers. Basic stakeholder communication. Day to day management of Product Line Director diary.Travel, Procurement & IT Support: Booking travel and maintaining logs. Supporting purchase order processing. Ordering and tracking IT equipment proactively resolving issues as they arise.Events & Project Support: Assisting with planning, evaluation and delivery of events. Maintaining trackers and project task updates.Document Control: Registering and uploading documents. Maintaining version control. Filing documents accurately. Maintaining document registers. Providing ongoing document control services at both an Integrated Management System level and also on specific projects. Registering and controlling/issuing all project documentation on the chosen DMS with a recorded and traceable audit trail. Ensuring checked and approved documentation is always correctly signed off by authorised personnel. Supporting audit evidence collection.HR & Workforce Administration: Maintaining holiday system accuracy. Updating organograms and staff records. Supporting onboarding/offboarding.HSEQ Administration: Supporting the HSEQ Team with ad hoc administration tasks. What we’re looking for: You will need to be organised and reliable, with a consistently high level of attention to detail. Positive, proactive and team-oriented approach, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Calm under pressure, with a curious and continuous improvement mindset. Key skills, knowledge and experience: Confident in the use of digital tools, including Microsoft 365 applications (ability to work effectively across Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint). Good general education, including GCSEs in English and Maths. Administrative or customer service experience, including managing basic records and information. Experience using digital filing systems and maintaining accurate documentation. Experience in reporting, tracking and updating basic data or registers. Experience supporting events, onboarding and offboarding activities, or basic compliance tasks would be advantageous. Familiarity with SharePoint, document management systems, or basic ISO, document control or data protection principles would be beneficial.*Full training in all aspects of the role will be given directly by the line manager. Why join us? Competitive benefits tailored to the division. Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation. A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions. Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability. About Us: James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers’ assets. In the Energy Division, we provide safe, efficient solutions across oil & gas and renewables - from well support and full-field decommissioning to integrated services for offshore wind and expert subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance. Our work helps operators extend asset life, reduce downtime, and respond rapidly to operational challenges, driving the global shift toward a cleaner, more sustainable future. Visit our website at: (url removed) If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now! Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce

Commissioning Operations Manager Midlands Region | £65,000 per annum + £4,200 car allowance Are you an experienced care home operations leader with a strong background in dementia & mental health care, commissioning, and operational excellence? We are seeking a Commissioning Operations Manager to join a growing specialist care provider supporting homes across the Midlands and North West region. This is a pivotal leadership role, combining commissioning, operational oversight, quality assurance, and business growth. You’ll play a key part in supporting new service developments, ensuring homes are ready to open, compliant, and delivering outstanding care from day one. You will also provide support to home management teams, stepping in when needed to maintain continuity and high standards. The Role As Commissioning Operations Manager, you will: Lead and support the commissioning and mobilisation of new services Support the setup of specialist services including complex care, dementia care, and mental health pathways Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, referrers, and local partners Provide operational leadership across homes in the region Support Home Managers to maintain regulatory compliance, quality standards, and person-centred care Step in to lead a service during periods of Home Manager absence About You We’re looking for someone who brings strong leadership, operational credibility, and a passion for high-quality care. Essential / Desirable Criteria: Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Commissioning Care Home Manager within a dementia care or mental health environment Strong working knowledge of CQC standards Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding ratings Experience in marketing, relationship building, or business development within the private care sector Qualifications: Nursing qualification and active NMC PIN is desirable but not essential Level 5 in Adult Social Care is preferred Level 4 Registered Managers Award will be considered if you are willing to complete Level 5 What’s on Offer Salary: £60,000–£65,000 DOE £4,200 car allowance Clear career development and progression from day one Discounts across shopping, travel, dining, tech, and more Recognition schemes including long service and achievement awardsWhy Join? This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious, values-led care provider that is investing in specialist care and service expansion. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to quality, innovation, and making a real difference to residents’ lives. If you’re an experienced care leader ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. LICMT

Preston, Lancashire- Circa £38k plus 20% annual bonus! North West | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Axon Moore is exclusively partnering with a well-established and growing private equity backed business within the interiors and construction supply sector to recruit a commercially astute Commercial Supply & Product Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody who enjoys building strong supplier relationships, influencing commercial performance and taking real ownership of product and category strategy within a fast-paced operational environment. The business has built an excellent reputation within its market with ambitious plans for continued growth across multiple channels. As part of that journey, they are looking for an individual who can bring greater commercial focus to supplier management, product selection, margin optimisation and strategic partnerships. This is not a role where you’ll sit behind spreadsheets all day. It’s a highly visible position where you’ll work closely with operational teams, suppliers, finance and senior leadership to help shape commercial decisions that genuinely impact the business. For the right person, there is significant scope to make the role your own and become a key part of the company’s future growth. The Opportunity As Commercial Supply & Product Manager, you’ll take ownership of supplier performance, commercial negotiations, product categories and margin improvement initiatives across the business. You’ll act as the link between suppliers and internal teams ensuring products are commercially viable, operationally effective and aligned to customer requirements. This role would suit somebody who is commercially sharp but also practical in their approach, someone who enjoys improving processes, challenging suppliers constructively and building long-term partnerships that create value on both sides. Key Responsibilities Supplier & Commercial Management Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturing partners Lead supplier performance reviews and drive improvements in service, responsiveness and accountability Manage escalations relating to supply issues, product concerns or service delivery challenges Negotiate commercial agreements including: pricing structures rebates settlement discounts payment terms supplier support packages Challenge cost increases and identify opportunities to improve overall margin performance Monitor supplier KPIs including lead times, availability and service levels Product & Category Strategy Take ownership of product ranges across multiple sales channels Help shape category strategy and product selection aligned to customer demand and commercial performance Work closely with operational teams to ensure products are practical, efficient and reliable in real-world delivery Identify opportunities to simplify ranges, improve efficiencies and introduce new product innovation Support showroom and display planning where required Margin & Performance Improvement Analyse supplier and product profitability Support pricing strategy and margin protection initiatives Monitor inflationary pressures and recovery opportunities Improve visibility around supplier contribution and category performance across the business Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with operations, estimating, finance, customer care and installation teams Ensure alignment between commercial objectives and operational delivery Help improve communication, consistency and processes across departments Supplier Partnership Development Build stronger strategic supplier relationships to support long-term growth Secure additional supplier support including: marketing contributions promotional activity fitter training incentives POS/display support digital collateral About You We’re keen to speak with individuals who are naturally commercial, relationship-driven and confident operating within a busy service-led environment. Sector and product knowledge will be essential for this role and candidates should ideally come from one of the following backgrounds: Flooring Interiors Construction supply Builders merchants Distribution Housebuilder supply chain Retail or trade environments You’ll also ideally have experience in: supplier negotiation category management margin improvement commercial analysis operational supply chain challenges Most importantly, you’ll be somebody who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities for improvement and making a visible impact within a growing business. Salary & Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience Performance-related bonus opportunity 23 days holiday increasing to 25 days after 5 years’ service 5 paid sick days per annum Private healthcare 4% matched pension contribution Monday to Friday working pattern Working hours between 8:00am and 5:00pm 40-hour working week Long-term career progression opportunities Opportunity to shape and influence a growing function Supportive leadership team with ambitious growth plans If you’re looking for a role where you can combine commercial thinking with operational impact and want the opportunity to help shape the future of a growing private equity-backed business, I’d be keen to hear from you. Please get in touch with your up to date CV Send to: (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) for more information on this fantastic role! INDBSO

Chance to build scalable innovation frameworks from the ground up. AI, automation, and digital innovation across a growing medical communications agency. Develop and execute the agency’s internal AI and innovation strategy.

A leading convenience food company in Greater London is searching for a hygiene manager to lead hygiene practices across a manufacturing unit.

This Program Manager role leads strategic initiatives and cross‑functional programs for international grocery delivery packaging operations. The R2L Packaging Innovation & Integration team is responsible for packaging design and supply chain management for grocery delivery across multiple business

This is a senior strategic leadership role, responsible for shaping and delivering Scouts' targeted growth, innovation, and externally funded programmes. Experience leading large‑scale programmes, portfolios or innovation work. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategy, innovation, and social

Account Manager – Lead the Charge in Music & Creative Innovation – Hybrid – £40,000–£60,000 base + commission. This is your chance to join a fast-growing company that’s bringing innovation and fairness to the world of music and content. As an Account Manager, you’ll take ownership of r

Technical Program Manager, Agents Innovation - 12 Month FTC. The mission of Agents Innovation is to create a powerful innovation flywheel that accelerates the development of next-generation agents, delivering continuous model improvements to Gemini and enabling seamless agentic deployment across Goo

A leading fintech startup in Greater London is seeking a motivated Compliance Manager to drive regulatory permissions and support innovative product offerings. Ideal candidates will have strong written skills and a solid understanding of FCA regulations, with a genuine interest in fintech innovation

We're an innovation agency, helping ambitious clients create new brands, products, services or reinvent existing ones. We’re looking for a New Business & Marketing Manager to help drive the next phase of jump!’s growth. Help position jump! as a global leader in brand innovation.

The Innovation Manager will play a crucial role in supporting CIH's various initiatives, managing innovative healthcare projects, and driving the clinical adoption of NUHS Practice Changing Innovations (PCI) within the NUHS ecosystem and beyond. Innovation Manager, Centre for Innovation in Healthcar

The Technology Innovation Product Manager drives the discovery, assessment, and adoption of emerging technologies and AI within LHH RPO’s programs. Maintain a curated reference library of emerging HRTech, AI, and automation innovations. The role actively monitors external market trends, benchmarks

Harrison Scott Associates is looking for an Assistant Packaging Technology Manager in the United Kingdom to develop innovative and sustainable packaging solutions.

Shuffle, a mission-driven energy technology startup, seeks a proactive Project Manager to lead an Innovate UK-funded project.

Working in close partnership with the Customer Insights Manager, you will translate insight into delivered change, lead customer‑led innovation, and own the end‑to‑end customer journeys for new products, services, and propositions from the earliest stages of design through to launch and in‑l

A leading provider of financial market solutions is seeking an experienced Product Manager for Index Data Distribution in Greater London. The role emphasizes strategic ownership and accountability in a dynamic environment, offering a unique opportunity for innovation and collaboration.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Manager Innovation Programmes to join our Innovation team and play a critical role in the management of ongoing partnership programmes as well as the identification and development of new programmes in the UK and in the rest of Europe. You will m

A leading hospitality service provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a skilled culinary professional to oversee menu planning and execution, manage staff, and ensure client satisfaction.The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and leadership skills, a strong knowledge of food

Harrison Scott Associates is seeking a Technical Manager in the United Kingdom to oversee the technical aspects of print production. The role demands excellence in managing production techniques, driving innovation, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

A leading law firm in Greater London is seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance its growth in the tech and innovation sectors.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Manager / Senior Manager to join our Innovation Incentives team specialising in R&D Tax Credits in London, UK. As a Manager / Senior Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of R&D tax consultants / analysts and assisting our clients in identifyin

A fast-growing fintech company in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Compliance Manager to drive compliant product offerings in wealth management.

Castle Employment Group seeks an experienced Engineering Manager for a high-volume manufacturing facility in York.

This role of Knowledge Manager centres on managing knowhow with a focus on AI-enabled curation and innovation. Kingsley Napley (KN) is looking for a proactive and passionate Knowledge Manager to support our market-leading legal services regulatory team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone w

Turney Partners is looking for an experienced Farm Manager to lead operations at their 1,200-hectare arable farm in South Northamptonshire.

The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) is seeking a Sector Supply Chain Manager to oversee supply chain management for projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement, excellent stakeholder management skills, and proven capabilities in driving sustainabi

Lead the research and development of new tools, AI agents, and data solutions to support our digital channel teams.Create requirements for data pipelines, ETL processes, and data transformations using Google Cloud Platform (GCP), BigQuery, and related tools.Develop and maintain dashboards and report

Rise Technical Recruitment is seeking a Design Manager (Hydraulics) in the Liverpool City Region.

Worldpay (UK) Limited is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the development of innovative fintech solutions in a collaborative environment.

Zest Recruitment is seeking a Product Manager for a dynamic food business that supplies innovative products to UK retailers. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in food product development and a passion for innovation.

In this role, the Innovation Manager owns end‑to‑end marketing initiatives on our new products– from identifying consumer and customer needs, building compelling propositions, and shaping product briefs, to leading cross‑functional delivery and supporting successful launches. Monitor innovat

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Manager Innovation Programmes to join our Innovation team and play a critical role in the management of ongoing partnership programmes as well as the identification and development of new programmes in the UK and in the rest of Europe. You have p

Harrison Scott Associates is seeking a Technical Manager for the Adhesives & Coatings sector in the West Midlands, UK.

PROPER SNACKS is looking for a Senior Brand Manager to lead brand innovation and strategy across the UK and international markets. Responsibilities include leading innovation projects, managing stakeholders, and optimizing marketing campaigns for key product activations. The Senior Brand Manager wil

Senior Global Brand & Innovation Manager - £80K + Great Benefits - Hybrid (London) – Consumer Goods. Develop the innovation pipeline for the brand. Strong experience blend of both Brand and Innovation (concept to execution) (only looking for 8-10 years - someone to grow into the role).