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Regional Technical Lead South WestSalary: £50,544 - £59,464 (dependent on experience)Vehicle: A vehicle will be made available to carry out your dutiesContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeLocation Description: Homebased roleInterview Date: To be confirmedClosing Date:Reference: 21261About usOur purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.As part of the Regional Leadership Team (RLT), you will provide leadership, guidance, and direction to ensure Lifesaving Operations delivers its core service in a safe, efficient, and effective manner. You will be a role model of RNLI leadership to all staff and volunteers in the region. You will be responsible for leading teams that deliver technical and engineering support.Some of the benefits- Salary of £50,544 - £59,464 (dependent on experience)- 26 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)- Competitive pension scheme - Life InsuranceAbout the roleDemonstrate the highest levels of collaborative working and collective responsibility by being an active member of the Regional Leadership Team and its planning function, providing cover for other leadership roles as required.Ensuring compliance with internal and external standards, policies, and procedures by working collaboratively to identify and manage risk to safety, health, and the environment.Ensure delivery to budget and managing capacity within the regional team by managing people and resources to ensure the delivery of the regional plan.Ensure effective implementation and assurance of engineering Design Authority across the region in accordance with the Engineering and Supply delegated Design Authority.Ensure technical support is delivered to achieve safe, effective, and efficient support to the front line in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS) by leading the Regional Technical Cell (RTC). Encourage collaboration across regions to enhance regional self-sufficiency.Ensure alignment of regional assets through life planning with the central Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP) through co-ordination with central planning functions. Supporting the development of a regional strategy and plan in collaboration with the RLT. Responsible for business planning (including relevant resources and finance) within the region and agreeing regional support requirements with relevant teams across the RNLI.Capture and monitor the region’s performance against agreed plans, policies, and standards, providing associated reports, analysis and insight to the RLT and wider organisation on a regular basis.Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes within the region, including assessing customer satisfaction levels. Working across regions and with other departments to improve organisational processes and practices.Escalate issues that cannot be resolved within the region to management or other teams where required, retaining ownership of issues where appropriate to ensure a timely and satisfactory response to the originator.Desirables required:An engineering degree qualification equivalent to the England, Wales, Scotland & Northern Ireland qualification Level 6.Relevant H&S qualification – IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent and relevant audit qualification. Experience required:Considerable engineering and asset management experience, ideally in a marine environment. The ability to lead teams, their associated budgets and project delivery.About youAn effective, self-motivated team player with a strong and broad engineering and supply background, with good communication and influencing skills to bring people together behind a single plan. Enjoys working on diverse projects with a mix of challenges and is able to communicate at all levels. Is happy with travel, occasional nights away and supporting an on-call / duty rota.In other organisations, this role may also be known as regional head of engineering.If this is the role for you, please apply via the button shown.This post requires a valid driving licence.SafeguardingThe RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out, dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).Diversity at the RNLIOur staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

Senior Process Engineer Location: PlymouthSalary: £44,000 - £49,000 (depending on experience)Contract: Permanent | Full-time (39 hours, Monday-Friday) Butler Rose is proud to be partnering with an established and highly respected manufacturing business based in Plymouth, recruiting an experienced Senior Process Engineer to support continued growth and operational excellence within its sheet metal manufacturing operations. This is a key engineering role offering real influence across new product introduction, process optimisation, and day-to-day production support within a technically advanced, high-volume manufacturing environment. The Role As Senior Process Engineer, you will take ownership of critical manufacturing processes within the sheet metal area, ensuring new products, equipment and improvements are delivered to world-class standards. You'll work across NPI, continuous improvement initiatives and live production support, playing a central role in driving performance, capability and efficiency while helping to embed a strong continuous improvement culture across the factory. This role would suit a proactive, technically strong engineer who enjoys solving problems, leading improvement projects and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Key Responsibilities Process Ownership & Performance • Take full ownership of defined manufacturing processes within the sheet metal department, • Lead successful introduction of new products and equipment, ensuring capability and quality targets are met, • Deliver engineering projects on time, within budget and in line with health & safety and quality standards, • Act as a role model, demonstrating professionalism, accountability and high engineering standards, • Support and coach junior engineers and team members, • Drive process optimisation using lean principles and structured problem-solving techniques, • Troubleshoot technical issues to reduce waste and improve quality and throughput, • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Production and Supply Chain teams, • Contribute technical insight during NPI and design review activities We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds. To be successful, you are likely to demonstrate: • HNC Level 4 or above in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering, • Degree in Industrial Engineering and/or Lean Six Sigma certification (desirable), • At least 5 years' experience in a senior or lead engineering role within manufacturing, • Strong experience of sheet metal processes, including jig design and welding/weld jigs, • Proven track record in delivering manufacturing projects, layout redesigns and process improvements, • Manufacturing systems, process engineering and project management, • CAD and planning software, • Lean manufacturing, TPM, OEE, automation and smart manufacturing, • Equipment validation and machine safety standards, • Root cause analysis and data-driven decision making, • Strong communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills, • Salary of £44,000 - £49,000, depending on experience, • Company-wide bonus, • 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus holiday purchase scheme, • Life assurance (3x salary), • Pension contributions matched up to 5%, • Health and wellbeing benefits, • Access to employee savings and discount platforms Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Interim Financial Controller job in Devon Interim Financial ControllerCharity Organisation | Plymouth Area (3 days on site per week - hybrid working available) 6-Month Contract | ASAP StartRate: Up to £300 per day Hays are supporting a well-established charity organisation in Plymouth that is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join the team on a 6-month contract, starting as soon as possible. This is a key leadership role, providing financial oversight, stability and support during a period of transition. The organisation offers a hybrid working model, with a mix of on-site and remote working. Key Responsibilities • Lead and oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation, • Ensure accurate and timely monthly management accounts and reporting, • Manage budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning, • Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with charity regulations, • Support statutory accounts preparation and liaison with auditors, • Provide clear financial insight and advice to senior leadership and trustees, • Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role, • Charity sector and/or local government experience is essential, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and hands-on approach, • Confident working in fast-paced or changing environments, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, • Interim contract of approximately 6 months, • Hybrid working arrangement, • Opportunity to support a values-driven organisation making a real community impact 4788333

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior to support an existing project. You'll be joining a team working on a high-profile project in Plymouth. This is a long-term, complex commercial environment where you’ll play a pivotal role in cost management, contract administration, and commercial strategy across a multidisciplinary project team. Key responsibilities include: • Leading cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting for major work packages, • Managing NEC contracts, compensation events, and change control, • Providing commercial insight to support strategic decision making, • Preparing and presenting detailed cost reports to senior leadership, • Supporting procurement activities and subcontractor negotiations, • Ensuring governance, audit readiness, and adherence to client processesWhat's needed from you?, • Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor on large scale or defence related projects, • Strong NEC contract knowledge, • Excellent analytical, reporting, and stakeholder management skills, • The ability to work with discretion and professionalism on sensitive programmes, • Experience working for a Tier 1 contractor What's in it for you?, • Long-term project local to the Plymouth area, • Competitive salary, • Opportunity to work on a high value project If this is something you'd be interested in, then please feel free to apply. # 4786225

Interim Finance Officer job in Plymouth Interim School Finance OfficerOrganisation: School based in Plymouth Start: ASAP - likely to be up to 6 months in lengthWorking policy: 5 days onsite unless agreed reasons with line managerSalary: Up to £28 per hour (37 hours per week) Role PurposeTo provide high-quality, school-facing financial leadership and business partnering across a portfolio of academies, supporting strong financial management, compliance and long-term sustainability across the Trust.The role works closely with Headteachers, Office Managers and senior leaders, ensuring financial integrity, robust planning and effective use of resources across schools. Key Responsibilities • Act as the primary finance lead for allocated schools, providing guidance, challenge and support, • Deliver strategic financial insight, modelling and scenario planning to inform decision-making, • Lead preparation of multi-year budgets, forecasts and monthly outturns, challenging assumptions, • Strengthen and monitor financial controls and compliance across schools, • Support year-end processes, accruals and correct treatment of restricted and unrestricted funds, • Review staffing costs, payroll variations and affordability of staffing decisions, • Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis, costings and scenario modelling for senior leaders, • Provide finance training and ongoing support to school Office Managers, • Ensure compliance with Trust policies, DfE requirements and audit standards, • The Trust uses PS Financials (accounting) and IMP (budgeting), • Experience with these systems is desirable, but not essential, • Strong experience in finance, management accounting or school finance, • Confident providing financial challenge and insight to senior and non-finance stakeholders, • Highly organised, analytical and comfortable managing competing priorities, • Excellent communication and distinguishabilities skills, • Experience across multi-site or complex organisations desirable # 4786307

Interim Management Accountant job in Plymouth Interim Management Accountant - Charity SectorLocation: Plymouth (Hybrid Working - 3 days a week in office and 2 WFH) Start Date: February 2026 Duration: 12 Months Initially (with strong possibility of extension) Day Rate: £225 - £275 per day (DOE) About the Organisation:Hays are working with a well-established and impactful charity based in the Plymouth area is seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to support its growing finance team. The organisation is undergoing a period of positive expansion, creating the need for additional capacity within financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-driven organisation that makes a real difference within the community. Reason for Vacancy:Due to growth within the team, the charity is expanding its financial function and requires an interim professional to support increased operational and reporting demands. The Role:As the Interim Management Accountant, you will provide high-quality financial reporting, analysis, and business partnering across the charity. You’ll work closely with operational teams and senior leadership, ensuring accurate financial insight and helping maintain strong financial governance during a period of organisational growth. Key Responsibilities: • Preparation of monthly management accounts, forecasts, and variance analysis, • Support in budgeting and long-term financial planning, • Assistance with year-end processes and audit preparation, • Financial support and guidance to budget holders, • Contribution to process improvements and finance projects, • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE, • Strong experience in producing management accounts, • Charity sector experience is beneficial but not essential, • Confident communicator skilled at supporting non-finance stakeholders, • Hybrid working with flexibility between home and the Plymouth office, • On-site parking available, • Day rate of £225-£275 per day, dependent on experience, • Supportive, mission-led working environment 4760601

Retail Sales Executive Introduction Be part of a business transforming a nationally recognised retail product into something even more impactful. This is a field-based role where you’ll build relationships, drive performance, and help generate funding for meaningful causes across the UK. Role Overview: • Location: Field-based (Plymouth regional territory), • Package: Competitive salary + company bonus + company car + excellent benefits, • Industry: Retail / FMCG / Field Sales What You’ll Be Doing: • Manage your own territory, building strong relationships with a network of retail partners, • Support retailers to improve in-store standards, maximise sales, and enhance customer experience, • Deliver marketing updates and key commercial messages aligned to wider business plans, • Use data and local insights to identify opportunities for growth and performance improvement, • Plan and execute effective store visits, ensuring KPIs are consistently met, • Provide training and guidance to retailers, ensuring compliance and best practice, • Collaborate across teams to share insight and improve ways of working, • Act as a trusted advisor, driving engagement and advocacy across your territory Main Skills Needed: • Experience in sales or customer-facing roles (field-based experience is a plus), • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to spot growth opportunities, • Confident communicator with a consultative approach to relationship building, • Comfortable delivering training and influencing stakeholders at all levels, • Ability to analyse data and translate it into actionable insights, • Organised and self-motivated, with strong territory planning skills, • IT literate with the flexibility to use different systems, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly What’s in It for You: • Company bonus scheme and fully expensed company car, • Matched pension contributions up to 8.5%, • 26 days holiday + bank holidays + additional wellbeing days, • Private medical cover and income protection, • Flexible benefits including EV scheme, financial support services, and healthcare options, • Enhanced family leave policies, • £500 annual wellness allowance, • Employee assistance programme and discounted health assessments, • Paid volunteering days and matched charitable funding, • Ongoing learning and development to support your career growth If you’re nodding along, let’s take the next step. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying you are confirming you are happy to be added to the Addition Solutions mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.

Interim Financial Accountant job in Plymouth Interim Financial Accountant - Large Not-for-Profit Organisation (Plymouth Area)Hybrid | Up to £275 per day | Start Date: March 2026 (booking likely to last up to 12 months) Hays are working with a large, well-established not-for-profit organisation in the Plymouth area is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to support its finance function during a key operational period. This hybrid opportunity offers a balance of office collaboration and flexible home working. The RoleAs Interim Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reports, supporting both day-to-day finance operations and wider organisational objectives. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to ensure financial stability and informed decision-making during a period of change. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts., • Support year-end processes, including audit preparation and liaison with external auditors., • Produce accurate financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analysis., • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing cash-flow management., • Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and compliance frameworks., • Partner with non-finance stakeholders to interpret financial performance and provide commercial insight., • Non-qualified accountants with strong experience, • Part-qualified accountants (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent), • Solid technical accounting experience in a Financial Accountant or similar role, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, • Confident communicator who can build rapport across the organisation, • Day Rate: Up to £275 per day, • Start Date: March 2026 - booking likely to last up to 12 months, • Location: Plymouth area, • Working Pattern: Hybrid, • Organisation: Large, values-driven not-for-profit # 4774221

Interim Management Accountant job in Plymouth Interim Management Accountant - 12-Month Contract (March 2026 Start) - Plymouth based organisation.Day rate: Up to £250 per day Employer: Public Sector Organisation Contract: 12 months, day-rate basis Location: Plymouth, 4 days a week in office - Hybrid / Flexible (as applicable) Role OverviewA public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support the Deputy Director of Finance in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial planning, reporting, and analysis across multiple departments. This role acts as a key link between Finance and operational teams, ensuring high-quality financial information, robust business planning, and strong financial controls. Key Responsibilities • Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and performance reporting., • Work collaboratively with internal departments to develop business plans, budgets, and forecasts., • Support leaders with preparation of integrated plans, costings, bids, and financial modelling., • Maintain and improve financial systems and processes, including administration and development of core finance and procurement systems., • Lead on regular reconciliations, including partnership and programme-related financial reporting., • Ensure accurate completion of statutory and regulatory financial returns., • Provide training, support, and guidance to non-Finance colleagues to strengthen financial capability across the organisation., • Fully CCAB-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)., • Strong management accounting experience within a complex organisational environment., • Advanced analytical capability with excellent Excel and financial systems skills., • Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines., • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels., • Demonstrated experience working with complex financial data and producing clear, actionable insight.

Role Title: Strategic Workforce Planning Analyst End Date: 6 months Rate: £20.00 pay – Umbrella only Location: Plymouth – Hybrid working model Clearance: BPSS required to start. Must be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. Role Purpose The Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) Analyst provides data‑driven insight and modelling to ensure the organisation has the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles, at the right time. The role supports long‑term strategic planning through workforce analytics, scenario modelling, and evidence‑based recommendations that inform organisational design, talent strategy, capability development, and financial planning. Key Responsibilities Workforce Analytics & Insights • Analyse workforce data (e.g., headcount, turnover, skills, demographics, recruitment trends) to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities., • Build dashboards, reports, and visualisations to support strategic decision‑making., • Support the development and execution of multi‑year strategic workforce plans aligned to organisational strategy., • Conduct gap analyses to compare current workforce and future skill requirements., • Model scenarios related to growth, transformation, automation, and organisational change., • Run “what‑if” scenarios to assess future workforce risks and resourcing needs., • Use quantitative modelling to test assumptions around demand, skills, attrition, and productivity., • Partner with HR Business Partners, Finance, Organisational Development, and senior leaders to capture business insights., • Communicate complex data in a clear, compelling narrative tailored to different audiences., • Maintain governance processes for workforce planning cycles., • Produce strategic workforce reports for Executives, Boards, and planning committees., • Ensure data integrity, quality, and consistency across systems and reporting processes. Skills & Experience Essential • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets., • Experience in workforce planning, HR analytics, business analytics, or strategic planning., • Proficiency in data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI/Tableau, HRIS reporting tools)., • Knowledge of modelling techniques such as forecasting, scenario analysis, and trend modelling., • Ability to translate data insights into strategic recommendations., • Experience in organisational design, capability frameworks, or skills analysis., • Knowledge of financial planning and resourcing models., • Understanding of labour market dynamics and external workforce trends., • Experience in transformation or change‑heavy environments. Behavioural Competencies • Strategic thinking – sees big‑picture implications and connects workforce insights to organisational strategy., • Critical analysis – challenges assumptions and provides evidence‑based advice., • Collaboration – builds strong partnerships across HR and the wider organisation., • Influencing – able to guide decision‑makers and shape conversations with senior stakeholders., • Curiosity & continuous improvement – proactive in seeking new data sources, methods, and tools. Typical Outputs • Workforce forecasts and scenario models, • Strategic workforce plans and capability analyses, • Skills and role segmentation frameworks, • Monthly/quarterly workforce dashboards, • Business cases for workforce interventions

About The Role Have you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered. A supporter opens an email at a moment theyre looking to understand why Dementia is the UKs biggest killer, and how together we can beat dementia through fundraising, research, and campaigning activities. They discover an email created using evidence and insight to inspire action and build trust. Were here for everyone affected by dementia. Whether someone is living with the condition, caring for a loved one, or trying to make sense of a diagnosis, we want them to feel supported, informed and understood. We are a mix of advisors, supporters, fundraisers, researchers, communicators and technical specialists. Some of us are volunteers, some are employees, but were all working towards the same goal: making life better for people affected by dementia. Were also committed to building a team where everyone feels welcome and able to be themselves. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. As part of our Omnichannel Team, youll help shape how we connect with people through email and SMS by creating personalised, supporter focused communications and journeys. Youll work closely with colleagues across the organisation, not just delivering great campaigns, but helping others feel confident and supported in doing the same. It will take a Society to beat dementia. Join us. What youll do Youll create and deliver email and SMS campaigns that clearly communicate that Dementia is the UKs biggest killer and the solutions we offer, in a thoughtful and genuinely helpful way to the people receiving them. Youll think about how messages feel as well as how they perform, making sure they are accessible and reach the right person at the right time and through the right channel. Youll work alongside colleagues from different teams to plan and improve their campaigns, offering feedback in a way that builds confidence and supports learning. Youll also develop and manage content calendars, helping to make sure our communications are joined up, relevant and aligned with what matters most to our supporters. Part of your role will involve building and improving automated journeys and integrations, helping to create smoother, more personalised experiences. Youll spend time looking at performance data, running tests and using what you learn to keep improving how we communicate. Youll also be a go-to person for our email and SMS platforms, sharing your knowledge, answering questions and helping others develop their skills. About you If this role sparks your curiosity and you feel inspired to make an impact, we would be thrilled to hear from you. • You have experiencewith email marketing, planning, designing, building, and testing campaigns, • Youre a confident writer who can adapt your tone and style to connect with different audiences, • You enjoy putting together content calendars that reflect your organisations priorities and vision, • Youve built automated journeys or integrations for sending emails or SMS messages., • Youve experience training teams on how to use an ESP e.g. Dotdigital to build engaging and impactful email and SMS comms., • Youre comfortable giving, honest and supportive feedback based on best practise and evidence that helps others grow and shine, • You like exploring data to see whats working, what could improve, and how to make things even better

Site Reliability Engineer (Security Cleared) Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements. • Salary to £60k + Company Options Scheme Overview This company is a Workflow & AI Orchestration Specialist. They're on a mission to modernise how public sector organisations manage casework, derive insight from data and deliver citizen services. Theyre growing fast and looking for bright, dynamic people to help build their business. Role Theyre looking for a (Security Cleared) Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join their growing platform and delivery teams. Youll help design, build, and operate reliable, secure, and performant infrastructure that underpins critical public-sector services. Youll combine your background in DevOps, cloud engineering, and automation with a focus on reliability, observability, and scalability. Youll also work with event-driven technologies, identity and access management, and data platforms, ensuring our orchestration solutions are resilient, secure, and future-ready. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who thrives on solving complex infrastructure and automation challenges, automating everything, and shaping secure-by-design delivery environments. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage containerized workloads using Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift Provision and manage infrastructure using Terraform Build and operate scalable infrastructure in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines Improve system reliability, observability, performance, and security Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions Troubleshoot production incidents and perform root cause analysis Collaborate with development teams to improve application resilience and deployment processes Required Skills & Experience Experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or similar roles Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration Experience working with Red Hat OpenShift in production environments Proficiency in infrastructure as code using Terraform Solid experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines NB: Please only apply if you already have UK Security Clearance (SC). xrnqpay Other Stuff NB: for non-UK Citizens; we cannot accept applications from anyone requiring sponsorship (now or in the future) for UK permanent employment you are utilising a work visa this must allow you to work in the UK unrestricted for at least the next 5 years. Profile 29 recruitment keywords: Site Reliability Engineer Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps Kubernetes container orchestration Red Hat OpenShift Terraform Amazon Web Services AWS CI/CD Bash Python monitoring observability cloud architecture London hybrid remote AI artificial intelligence security cleared security clearance SC

Interim Financial ControllerCharity Organisation | Plymouth Area (3 days on site per week - hybrid working available) 6-Month Contract | ASAP Start Rate: Up to £300 per day Hays are supporting a well-established charity organisation in Plymouth that is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join the team on a 6-month contract, starting as soon as possible. This is a key leadership role, providing financial oversight, stability and support during a period of transition. The organisation offers a hybrid working model, with a mix of on-site and remote working. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation Ensure accurate and timely monthly management accounts and reporting Manage budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with charity regulations Support statutory accounts preparation and liaison with auditors Provide clear financial insight and advice to senior leadership and trustees Line manage and support the finance team About You Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role Charity sector and/or local government experience is essential Strong technical accounting knowledge and hands-on approach Confident working in fast-paced or changing environments Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Available to start immediately or at short notice What's on Offer Interim contract of approximately 6 months Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to support a values-driven organisation making a real community impact Competitive day rate or fixed-term salary (dependent on experience) If you are an experienced finance professional with charity or local government background and are available at short notice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered! Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited 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.ukc272c101-f45c-4783-b4a0-50ad222b87c0

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Productivity Manager to lead the transformation of labour planning across a multi-site retail estate. This is a hands-on role focused on embedding a modern, demand-led workforce management approach, shifting from traditional cost-based planning to a workload-driven model aligned with customer and operational needs. Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications. Working cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, HR, and Data teams, you will take ownership of labour modelling, workforce planning standards, and productivity improvement. Initially, the focus will be on implementing a new labour model, followed by driving continuous optimisation and performance improvements. Key Responsibilities Labour Model Ownership & Development • Own, develop, and continuously refine the labour model, • Translate operational activity into accurate labour requirements, • Maintain labour assumptions, drivers, and planning rules, • Embed a consistent labour planning approach across all locations, • Define labour standards and productivity benchmarks, • Identify efficiency opportunities while maintaining customer experience, • Partner closely with Operations to embed new planning principles, • Support site teams in optimising labour deployment, • Provide clear guidance on rota planning and labour management, • Develop reporting tools and insights to support decision-making, • Monitor key labour metrics and performance indicators, • Collaborate with Data/BI teams to enhance data quality and visibility, • Drive ongoing enhancements to labour planning processes and tools, • Simplify and standardise ways of working where possible, • Support the development of workforce planning capability, • Partner with Finance to align labour hours with payroll costs, • Work with HR on labour structures, contracts, and compliance, • Collaborate with Technology teams to optimise workforce systems Experience & Skills • Proven experience in workforce management, labour optimisation, or productivity roles within a multi-site environment (retail or hospitality preferred), • Strong understanding of labour planning, scheduling, and productivity drivers, • Advanced analytical capability, with experience using Excel or similar tools to build and refine models, • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into practical actions, • Confident stakeholder management and influencing skills across multiple functions, • Hands-on, pragmatic, and delivery-focused, • Naturally curious with a continuous improvement mindset, • Competitive salary, • Pension scheme, • Long service awards, • Employee discount Monday to Friday, 08:45am 5:30pm REMOTE BASED ROLE If you are interested or have the relevant experience and are currently looking for a new challenge then please submit an up to date CV by clicking the apply button. xrnqpay By applying for this position, you confirm that you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purposes of recruitment, employment and working finding service.

In a Nutshell Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application. We have an exciting opportunity for a Group Social Value Manager to join our team within Vistry Services, at our Devon South West or London offices. As our Group Social Value Manager, you will have a critical role within the Group Social Value team, with a strong focus on social value data management, systems, governance and assurance. You will take day-to-day ownership of our Group social value data platform, ensuring data accuracy, consistency and audit readiness across the business. You will play a key role in embedding robust processes, supporting users across regions, and managing our limited assurance and audit processes. This role is ideal for someone who is confident working with complex datasets, digital platforms and cross-business stakeholders, and who enjoys turning data into reliable, decision-ready insight. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. This is a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Christmas company shutdown, • Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality, • Proven experience in data-led roles, ideally within social value, ESG, sustainability, reporting, audit or governance., • Strong experience managing data systems or platforms, with confidence in data integrity, controls and user management., • Experience supporting or delivering audit, assurance or compliance processes., • Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex datasets accurately., • Strong stakeholder management skills, able to support and challenge colleagues across multiple teams., • Experience working with social value measurement frameworks or ESG reporting., • Experience supporting system change or platform implementation., • Act as the day-to-day lead for the Group social value data platform, overseeing system integrity, usability and reporting accuracy., • Manage platform setup and maintenance, including:, • User access and permissions, • New site and subcontractor setup, • Matching subcontractors to live developments, • Uploading and managing Group-wide datasets (e.g. local spend, training, community activity)., • Maintain the ongoing upkeep of the platform, ensuring data is current, consistent and compliant with internal standards., • Deliver training and ongoing support to users across the business, including ad-hoc guidance and structured training sessions., • Work with internal and external partners to support data integration and process alignment (e.g. finance and operational systems)., • Lead on data quality control, validation and checks to ensure reporting accuracy across all social value metrics., • Manage the limited assurance and audit process, including:, • Coordinating evidence collection, • Completing audits for Skills Academy learners and local social value initiatives, • Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external assurance activity., • Support the transition and alignment of internal processes and datasets as social value platforms and systems evolve., • Produce clear, reliable reporting outputs to support internal governance, external reporting and senior leadership requirements., • Review and refine social value data processes, trackers and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency., • Support change management activity linked to new platforms, reporting requirements or assurance expectations., • Develop and share practical tools, guidance and documentation to support regional teams and data owners., • Coordinate and support regular forums and updates for social value colleagues and data owners, ensuring clear actions and follow-up., • Contribute to internal communications, including updates, briefings and the management of social value content and case studies., • Maintain relevant internal pages and resources so guidance and information remains accurate and accessible, • Act as a trusted point of contact across the business, providing advice, guidance and problem-solving on social value data, systems and reporting. We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. xrnqpay Join us in making Vistry. #LI-WS1

About the opportunity Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding. Were looking for a Senior Corporate Planning Manager to join our Corporate Planning team within the Finance & Assurance directorate. This is a critical leadership role responsible for designing, leading, and embedding a brand-new corporate planning process that will help turn our ambitious strategy into action. At Alzheimers Society, we are united by our mission to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by dementia. Within Finance & Assurance, our vision is to be the organisations single point of truth trusted partners and credible experts who enable meaningful impact. In this role, youll lead the development of a high-quality corporate plan, aligning activity and financial planning through a plan then fund approach. Youll work closely with senior leaders across the organisation, providing expert insight, driving collaboration, and ensuring planning processes are embedded effectively. This is more than a planning role - youll act as a coach, facilitator, and strategic partner, helping colleagues build capability while shaping how planning is understood and delivered across the Society. Were looking for someone who lives our values: determined to make a difference, a trusted expert, committed to working better together, and showing genuine compassion. About you: Youre a strategic leader with a strong background in corporate planning, data analysis, and organisational change. Youre confident working with senior stakeholders and can influence, challenge, and support decision-making at the highest levels. You bring a collaborative and coaching mindset, with the ability to guide and upskill others in planning processes. Youre comfortable navigating complexity, bringing together data, insight, and people to create clear, actionable plans. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are driven by continuous improvement, and are passionate about delivering high-quality outcomes that make a real impact.You'll have: • Strong experience leading corporate or strategic planning processes within a complex organisation, • Proven ability to align financial and activity planning to support strategic delivery, • Experience analysing and interpreting complex data to provide insight for senior stakeholders, • Strong leadership and people management experience, with the ability to coach and develop others, • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working at senior leadership level, • Experience designing tools, templates, and processes that enable effective planning, • Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging outputs, • A track record of driving continuous improvement and embedding new ways of working What youll focus on:, • Leading the design and delivery of a new corporate planning process and end-to-end plan, • Aligning activity and financial planning through a plan then fund model, • Supporting the rollout of planning processes across the organisation and embedding change, • Managing corporate planning communications and reporting requirements, • Designing and delivering user-friendly xrnqpay tools, templates, and frameworks for planning, • Providing expert analysis of internal and external data to inform strategic decision-making, • Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders to drive engagement and collaborationCoaching and training colleagues to strengthen planning capability across the organisation, • Facilitating planning workshops with leaders and stakeholders, • Developing and maintaining a centre of excellence for corporate and operational planning, • Championing high standards, accountability, and continuous improvement across planning processes

Role: Senior Estimating Manager Location: Home basedor Hybrid with access to regional offices Salary: Up to £95,000, plus package& Car Allowance About the Senior Estimating Manager Role The Senior Estimator is a key role within the commercial estimating and tendering function, responsible for producing high-quality, competitive and compliant bids across all business streams. You will develop robust cost models, assess risk, collaborate with operational and commercial stakeholders, and ensure all estimating outputs meet the standards set by the Head of Estimating. This role works closely with Business Development, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance to support sustainable growth and protect margin. You will report directly to the Head of Estimating. Senior Estimating Manager Key Responsibilities Purpose • Lead the preparation of robust, compliant and competitive estimates aligned to company commercial strategy, • Ensure pricing, methodology, risk and assumptions are clearly articulated and aligned with operational delivery, • Provide analytical insight, industry knowledge and commercial judgement to support tender adjudications, • Prepare detailed estimates and commercial submissions for tenders across Repairs & Maintenance (including M&E and Planned Works), Central Government housing and support, Decarbonisation and Net Zero programmes, and DLO support, • Build cost models from first principles with accuracy and commercial integrity, • Support value engineering, scenario modelling and pricing strategy development, • Analyse tender documentation, specifications and operational data to ensure deliverable proposals, • Significant experience in social housing, R&M, planned works or related construction estimating, • Strong working knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates, • Proven experience producing cost models and pricing strategies for medium-large tenders, • Experience engaging with clients, supply chain and internal stakeholders, • Ability to manage multiple bids to tight deadlines, • Good understanding of NEC and JCT contract forms, • Experience in a large contracting or housing services environment, • Familiarity with estimating software and data analytics tools, • Strong numerical ability and exceptional attention to detail, • Clear, confident communicator able to explain commercial reasoning to all audiences, • Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset, • Ability to interpret complex specifications and technical documentation, • Highly organised, deadline-driven and able to prioritise effectively, • Collaborative team player with mentoring capability, • Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • 3 x Life assurance, • private medical care for you and your family, • £4,800 car allowance, • Generous Pension Scheme and sick pay, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Company Rewards - discount voucher scheme for a host of household name retailers, including supermarkets, offering savings on purchases, • Excellent training and development opportunities, • Company Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Previous years include, Alton Towers, Drayton Manor etc If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. xrnqpay Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Assessment Social Worker | Supportive Senior Management | Manageable Caseload | Easily commutable in the South West If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly. We're currently working closely alongside a highly regarded local authority in the rural South West of England, for an experience Senior SW / AP to join their Duty & Assessment sevice as an Advanced Practitioner. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving Duty & Assessment service, supported by experienced senior managers who give you the autonomy to manage your own workload how you see fit, meaning you're not limited to office working. Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role Benefits: • Manageable caseload, • Longstanding and supportive permanentmanagement structure (based off feedback) - no micro-management, • Flexible working, office 1/2 per week & duty every 3 weeks., • Close-knit team who'll make you feel at home from day 1, • A chance to step up from an experienced social worker / Senior to AP

Role Title: Strategic Workforce Planning Analyst End Date: 6 months Rate: £20.00 pay - Umbrella only Location: Plymouth - Hybrid working model Clearance: BPSS required to start. Must be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. Role Purpose The Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) Analyst provides data‑driven insight and modelling to ensure the organisation has the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles, at the right time. The role supports long‑term strategic planning through workforce analytics, scenario modelling, and evidence‑based recommendations that inform organisational design, talent strategy, capability development, and financial planning. Key Responsibilities Workforce Analytics & Insights Analyse workforce data (e.g., headcount, turnover, skills, demographics, recruitment trends) to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities. Build dashboards, reports, and visualisations to support strategic decision‑making. Conduct forecasting of labour supply and demand using modelling techniques.Strategic Workforce Planning Support the development and execution of multi‑year strategic workforce plans aligned to organisational strategy. Conduct gap analyses to compare current workforce and future skill requirements. Model scenarios related to growth, transformation, automation, and organisational change. Provide recommendations on workforce interventions such as talent pipelines, reskilling, strategic hiring, and organisational design.Data Modelling & Scenario Planning Run "what‑if" scenarios to assess future workforce risks and resourcing needs. Use quantitative modelling to test assumptions around demand, skills, attrition, and productivity. Work collaboratively with Finance to align workforce forecasts with budget planning.Stakeholder Engagement Partner with HR Business Partners, Finance, Organisational Development, and senior leaders to capture business insights. Communicate complex data in a clear, compelling narrative tailored to different audiences. Support directorates with workforce planning capability building and tools.Reporting & Governance Maintain governance processes for workforce planning cycles. Produce strategic workforce reports for Executives, Boards, and planning committees. Ensure data integrity, quality, and consistency across systems and reporting processes.Skills & Experience Essential Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets. Experience in workforce planning, HR analytics, business analytics, or strategic planning. Proficiency in data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI/Tableau, HRIS reporting tools). Knowledge of modelling techniques such as forecasting, scenario analysis, and trend modelling. Ability to translate data insights into strategic recommendations. Excellent communication and storytelling skills.Desirable Experience in organisational design, capability frameworks, or skills analysis. Knowledge of financial planning and resourcing models. Understanding of labour market dynamics and external workforce trends. Experience in transformation or change‑heavy environments.Behavioural Competencies Strategic thinking - sees big‑picture implications and connects workforce insights to organisational strategy. Critical analysis - challenges assumptions and provides evidence‑based advice. Collaboration - builds strong partnerships across HR and the wider organisation. Influencing - able to guide decision‑makers and shape conversations with senior stakeholders. Curiosity & continuous improvement - proactive in seeking new data sources, methods, and tools.Typical Outputs Workforce forecasts and scenario models Strategic workforce plans and capability analyses Skills and role segmentation frameworks Monthly/quarterly workforce dashboards Business cases for workforce interventions

Management Accountant – Responsibilities • Support senior finance leaders with financial management and operational reporting, • Provide financial advice and insight to budget holders and stakeholders, • Contribute to financial, performance, and productivity objectives, • Assist in improving financial systems, controls, and processes, • Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and variance analysis, • Produce budgets, forecasts, and support business planning, • Compile reporting packs for senior leadership and board review, • Deliver financial reports, presentations, and attend meetings as required, • Provide guidance on financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, • Participate in tender evaluations and financial assessments, • Act as a business partner to promote best practice across the organisation, • Support internal and external audit processes and resolve queries, • Monitor performance, value for money metrics, and benchmarking data, • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies, • Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting, • Support, train, and help develop team members, • Lead and manage staff, promoting continuous improvement and performance, • Ensure compliance with data protection, company policies, and statutory requirements, • Adhere to health & safety, equality, and risk management standards Requirements • Strong experience in financial or management accounting, including budgeting and forecasting, • Ability to analyse complex financial and performance data, • Experience supporting and advising budget holders, • Proficient in financial systems and IT applications, • Good understanding of accounting principles, VAT, and financial controls, • Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills, • Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to change, • Experience supervising or developing staff, • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT Level 4, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)

Planner - Major Infrastructure Programme (Plymouth, Devon) (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Circa £65,000 + Comprehensive Package + Relocation Support Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are seeking a high-calibre Planner to join a flagship infrastructure programme, in Devon, with a value in the region of £200M-£400M. This is a major, technically complex scheme involving multiple stakeholders, phased delivery, and significant engineering challenges. As part of a high-performing project team, you will take ownership of planning and programme management activities, ensuring the successful coordination of works across the lifecycle of the project. With delivery extending through to late 2029, this role offers long-term continuity and the opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant scheme from its current phase through to completion. You will play a critical role in driving programme performance, providing strategic insight, and supporting decision-making at both project and senior leadership level. Key Responsibilities Develop, manage, and maintain fully integrated project programmes Lead programme analysis, including critical path, float, and risk identification Provide clear and accurate reporting on progress, performance, and forecasting Work collaboratively with delivery teams to ensure alignment with project objectives Identify opportunities to optimise programme efficiency and mitigate delays Support project controls, change management, and stakeholder reporting Requirements Demonstrable experience as a Planner within major construction or civil engineering projects Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 (or equivalent planning software) Experience working on large-scale, multi-disciplinary infrastructure schemes Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project controls Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Security & Eligibility SC Clearance is required (or ability to obtain) What's on Offer Salary: Circa £65,000 (DOE) Comprehensive benefits package Relocation support available where required Hybrid working options Long-term project pipeline through to 2029 Opportunity to work on a high-profile, complex infrastructure programme

I'm currently recruiting for a HR Business Partner for a leading National Care and Education provider. As a HR Business Partner, you'll play a key role in delivering the people strategy, supporting the business to achieve its objectives. Candidates will preferably have previous experience within the Care/Education sector. Client Details Our client is a well-established organisation within the Education/Care Sector, dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support services to individuals across the UK. This organisation prides itself on its commitment to creating a positive impact in the communities it serves. Description As the HR Business Partner, you will be a trusted advisor to the business, driving the people strategy and enabling the delivery of key organisational goals. You'll take the lead on strategic HR projects and transformation initiatives, while partnering with leaders to build capability, strengthen culture and drive high performance. In this position you will need to have strong commercial insight, credibility, and the ability to manage complex employee relations challenges with confidence. Key Responsibilities Drive the implementation of the People Plan to meet business goals. Ensure HR policies and procedures are compliant, consistent, and up to date. Lead strategic HR projects and initiatives. Coach and train managers on HR processes and best practice. Manage complex disciplinary, grievance, and performance cases. Oversee change initiatives such as TUPE transfers and restructures. Produce insightful HR reports and analyse trends to drive improvement. Line manage HR Officers and mentor team members. Build strong relationships across the organisation and with external stakeholders. Deputise for the Director of HR when required.Profile A successful HR Business Partner should have: CIPD qualified or equivalent HR experience. Proven experience in generalist HR (care/education sector experience desirable). Strong knowledge of employment law, including TUPE and redundancy. Varied experience in HR projects and change initiatives. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.Job Offer Salary - £50k - Full-time - Permanent. This is a home based role with some travel to sites across the Devon/Cornwall area, dependant on business needs

Interim School Finance Officer Organisation: School based in Plymouth Start: ASAP - likely to be up to 6 months in length Working policy: 5 days onsite unless agreed reasons with line manager Salary: Up to £28 per hour (37 hours per week) Role PurposeTo provide high-quality, school-facing financial leadership and business partnering across a portfolio of academies, supporting strong financial management, compliance and long-term sustainability across the Trust.The role works closely with Headteachers, Office Managers and senior leaders, ensuring financial integrity, robust planning and effective use of resources across schools. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary finance lead for allocated schools, providing guidance, challenge and support Deliver strategic financial insight, modelling and scenario planning to inform decision-making Lead preparation of multi-year budgets, forecasts and monthly outturns, challenging assumptions Strengthen and monitor financial controls and compliance across schools Support year-end processes, accruals and correct treatment of restricted and unrestricted funds Review staffing costs, payroll variations and affordability of staffing decisions Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis, costings and scenario modelling for senior leaders Provide finance training and ongoing support to school Office Managers Ensure compliance with Trust policies, DfE requirements and audit standards Liaise with Local Authorities, auditors and other external bodies as required Systems & Tools The Trust uses PS Financials (accounting) and IMP (budgeting) Experience with these systems is desirable, but not essential Strong Excel skills are essential, including financial modelling and data analysis Candidate Profile Strong experience in finance, management accounting or school finance Confident providing financial challenge and insight to senior and non-finance stakeholders Highly organised, analytical and comfortable managing competing priorities Excellent communication and distinguishabilities skills Experience across multi-site or complex organisations desirable Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited 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 TPBN1_UKTJ

Productivity Manager Permanent | Full-time | Plymouth, Devon Transform workforce planning across a multi-site retail estate We’re seeking a Productivity Manager to lead a step‑change in how labour is planned and deployed across our retail estate. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll embed a modern, demand‑led workforce planning model, shifting from cost‑based thinking to workload‑driven, hours‑based planning that supports both customer experience and operational performance. Working with Operations, Finance, HR and Data, you’ll own the labour model—embedding it across stores first, then continuously refining and optimising it to drive productivity improvements and better ways of working. What you’ll be doing Own, maintain and evolve the labour model, translating workload into accurate labour requirement Embed consistent labour planning standards and productivity benchmarks across stores Analyse planned, actual and payroll labour performance to provide clear, actionable insight Support stores with practical guidance on labour deployment and rota planning Partner with central teams to align labour hours, payroll costs, systems and structures Drive continuous improvement of labour planning processes, tools and reporting About you Experience in workforce management, labour optimisation or productivity roles within a multi‑site environment (retail or hospitality preferred) Strong analytical skills, confident building and refining models using Excel or similar tools Able to simplify complex data and influence stakeholders at all levels Hands‑on, pragmatic and comfortable working in evolving environments What we offer Competitive salary Pension scheme Employee discount Cycle to work scheme Long service awards Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:45–17:30 Location: Derriford, Plymouth

Our client, a leading engineering and design consultancy, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Plymouth. The team is looking for a well-rounded Senior Quantity Surveyor with both pre- and post-contract experience across infrastructure projects. Exposure to one or more of the following sectors would be beneficial: • Highways (national or local transport), • Rail, • Energy (including nuclear, renewables, or carbon capture), • Utilities (water, telecoms, etc.), • Defence, • Aviation You won’t be expected to have expertise in every area, but a strong foundation in quantity surveying and a drive to develop further within complex infrastructure is key. This role offers the chance to add real value through commercial insight, best practice, and problem-solving across a diverse project portfolio. Key Responsibilities of Senior Quantity Surveyor: • Manage commercial aspects of infrastructure projects across both pre- and post-contract stages, • Administer contracts, particularly under NEC forms, ensuring compliance and effective change management, • Support procurement processes, including preparation and evaluation of tender documentation (ITT), • Monitor project costs, forecasts, and risks, ensuring robust financial control and reporting, • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, • Contribute to value engineering and the development of innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions, • Lead or support on project delivery, including mentoring and developing junior team members, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, with opportunities to contribute to wider business development activities Experience Required for Senior Quantity Surveyor: • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline, • Working towards, or already holding, professional chartership (e.g. RICS or equivalent), • Experience administering NEC contracts and commercially managing infrastructure projects, • Knowledge of standard methods of measurement, including Highways and CESMM, • Strong understanding of procurement processes and tender documentation (including ITT preparation), • Good grasp of construction techniques and modern delivery methods, • Ability to manage projects with a degree of autonomy, • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, • Strong communication skills, with experience working across multiple teams and stakeholders, • Interest in mentoring, client engagement, and contributing to business growth

TPS Business Development Manager Who are TPS? TPS provides independent garages and bodyshops with the high-quality Genuine Parts and products which customers need to ensure they can service and repair Volkswagen Group vehicles. TPS is part of the Volkswagen Group along with Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Volkswagen passenger cars and Commercial Vehicles. TPS is a national network of TPS Centres with a 1,500-strong national workforce and a management team that prides itself on creating an environment that offers our people a motivating and inclusive workplace where they are recognised and rewarded and are encouraged to go on a journey of Learning and Development. Nationally launched as a new brand concept in 2006, TPS is based on an Agency Model; this means that Centres stock and sell on behalf of Volkswagen Group UK. TPS has continued to experience rapid growth both financially and in the number of Centres opened nationwide. About the RoleWhat will you be doing? Reporting to the TPS Area Sales Manager, working across multiple TPS Centres the BDM will be accountable for achieving sales targets and growing a loyal customer base. Delivering an exceptional customer experience is also an essential part of this role as is being a brand and product expert. Sales Work with the ASM and TPS Centre Managers to create and deliver on a sales strategy to consistently increase sales revenues from mechanical customers whilst maintaining a loyal customer base Achieve target KPI's and revenue objectives in your territory for key mechanical customers Identify, secure and develop new customer accounts within territory Ensure marketing initiatives are embedded and supported and monitor the success of the targeted customer sets , promotions and campaigns Present and report on sales and marketing activity v performance Utilise internal and external market data to develop an understanding of the potential sales opportunities within the customer base and territory Ensure you are adequately trained and understand the Unique Selling Proposition of the TPS brand, the "Features and Benefits" of the TPS product range especially the genuine v non-genuine aspect and are adequately trained to overcome sales objections Effectively manage your time to maximise opportunities from customer visits Work with TPS Centre colleagues to leverage customer set visits and call objectivesStakeholder Management Keep key stakeholders updated on sales performance via formal and informal market plus statistical presentations Manage and maximise the support from the business investor partner and TPS investors in order to support your targets and objectives Work collaboratively with ASM and CMs and contribute to the Business Improvement PlansCustomer Experience Manage and maintain relationships with all customers Provide the highest level of customer service by offering a knowledgeable, responsive, courteous service that reflects the image and reputation of the TPS business Requirements What are we looking for? An ability to effectively engage and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders Proven experience of creating strategies and managing activities to grow and develop business A practical level of business financial awareness to provide valued input, and insight, at an operational level and recognise areas of risk and opportunity Experience of managing national campaigns and activities A proven ability or aptitude for leading and motivating a team to achieve business targets in a B2B or automotive environment A thorough understanding of the core processes necessary to deliver centre excellence in specified area Possess a high degree of IT literacy Minimum GCSE in Maths and English Language or equivalent

As Marketing Manager, you will play a central role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s communications, stakeholder engagement and marketing strategy. You will develop a strong understanding of the key sectors, stakeholders and investment propositions, using this insight to lead promotional activity across digital, print and media channels. A key focus will be increasing awareness of the Freeport’s value proposition and supporting investor engagement. You will be responsible for content development as well as monitoring and evaluating campaign performance, adapting communications strategies as required. This role requires someone comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels, with strong relationship building skills and the ability to translate complex policy and investment themes into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences. Key Responsibilities Marketing & Communications Strategy • Develop and deliver the organisation’s marketing and communications strategy, aligned with overall objectives and investment priorities, • Support alignment of messaging and activity with regional partners and stakeholders, • Plan and deliver integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels Content & Digital Channels • Lead the creation of high-quality content for digital platforms including website, LinkedIn, newsletters, and news updates, • Produce engaging materials such as case studies, interviews, webinars, social media content, and editorial features, • Ensure all communications align with organisational messaging and relevant compliance requirements, • Maintain and update digital platforms to ensure content remains current and engaging Public Relations & Media Engagement • Act as the lead for proactive media relations and outreach, • Manage incoming media enquiries and coordinate responses, • Draft press releases, statements, and briefing materials for spokespeople, • Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and distribution channels Stakeholder Communication • Lead communications with key stakeholders including public sector bodies, investors, landowners, academic institutions, and industry partners, • Coordinate messaging and announcement planning with partners to ensure consistency and timing alignment, • Maintain and manage stakeholder contact databases and CRM systems Reporting & Planning • Track and analyse campaign performance, providing insights and reporting to senior leadership, • Support strategic communications planning and recommend improvements based on data and insight Person Specification Essential Skills & Experience • Proven experience in marketing, communications, or PR roles, including campaign delivery and content creation, • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for varied audiences, • Excellent organisational and project management skills with a proactive, detail-oriented approach, • Experience managing digital channels such as websites, LinkedIn, and email newsletters, • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, • Familiarity with analytics and performance measurement tools, • Self-starter with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach Desirable Experience • Understanding of property, land development, or investment attraction environments, • Experience within economic development, public sector communications, or investment promotion What’s Offered • High-impact role within a nationally significant economic development initiative, • Opportunity to shape brand, messaging, and communications during a key growth phase, • Collaborative working environment with public, private, and academic partners, • Salary £45,000 – £50,000 depending on experience, plus pension, income protection, and life assurance benefits, • Hybrid working model with regular in-person attendance at regional meetings required (approximately one day per week) If you are currently seeking a new challenge and feel you would be a good fit, then please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button below. For an informal chat please call TQR Plymouth and ask for Laura, many thanks for your interest. By applying for this position, you confirm that you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purposes of recruitment, employment and working finding service

Graduate Electrical Engineer Plymouth Salary up to & around £29,000 + benefits Want to work with one of the best Engineering consultancies in the SW? Looking for your first position in the Electrical Engineering sector? If you have a Design Engineering degree with Electrical principles, I’d be interested in hearing from youto discuss what we have! This building services specific consultancy can give you a huge insight to the buildings design world, as well as offer you the opportunity to grow your career, look no further! About the consultancy and vacancy? Known as the South West’s leading, independently owned Building Services specific consultancy, this company are going through a phase of growth and looking to complement their Electrical Design division with an Plymouth based Graduate Electrical Engineer – ideally someone with green/sustainability principles at the core of their being and a passion for design. With 5 offices around the South West and over 20 years’ experience establishing themselves in the region, this consultancy work on only the best of projects. They work in all sectors, have a reputation for their BIM operations/standards and will be able to offer progression in this role as well as a hands-on development approach. This award-winning consultancy engage with their local community by giving a lot back to several charities and they also encourage their staff to do as much as they can for their community and career. They are always seen at local awards nights and charity evenings giving you the opportunity to network and develop your own market presence. Not only does this company look after their staff but they also push them to become the best they can be. Promotion and development are actively encouraged, as well as social events between all 3 offices. To get the absolute max out of your work/life balance, personal development and work enjoyment, apply now! What can they offer the successful Graduate Electrical Engineer? Competitive market leading salary Discretionary performance related bonus Competitive holiday allowance Pension scheme The chance to work with a growing and maturing, independently owned building services specific consultancy Career progression and promotion Clean, open planned and environmentally friendly offices A real sense of belonging and recognition. What this consultancy are looking for from the successful Graduate Electrical Engineer? An Electrical & Electronic Degree – or a relevant engineering qualification with some Electrical engineering principles. A good understand or working knowledge of software packages such as AutoCAD, Amtech or Dialux. A building services, mechanical or electrical background/placement would be advantageous but not essential The desire to progress as an individual within the sustainability environment. Outgoing, motivated and team player attitude. How to apply? Jevon Astley-Jones is the consultant dealing with this vacancy, please apply via this site or get in touch via the numbers on our website for a more preferential application