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An established charity in the Havant, Hampshire area is seeking an Interim Finance Director/Head of Finance for a period of c3 months to cover sickness. This role will report to the Board and work either 3-5 days per week, supporting the small finance team and supporting leadership decisions. What will the Interim Finance Director role involve? \n\n • Assisting with all aspects of financial planning, budgeting management accounts and annual reporting processes\n, • Supporting the preparation of all financial and statutory returns including HMRC requirements and charity SORP and management of the external audit process and other professional consultancy relationships\n, • Provision of regular financial reporting and forecasting to support operational management in addition to working closely with departmental budget holders to ensure robust financial controls\n\n Suitable Candidate for the Interim Finance Director vacancy: \n\n • Applicants for this role will ideally hold a full accountancy qualification with a proven hands on track record in financial management, budget setting and statutory reporting\n, • Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills will be essential to undertake the role successfully\n, • Previous experience of working within a charitable or not-for-profit environment would be beneficial but not essential\n, • Available to start on short notice before the end of August/early September\n\n Additional benefits and information for the role of Interim Finance Director: \n\n • The role will be for a period of 3 months but may be extended to 6 months depending on requirements\n, • This is an opportunity to genuinely add value to an organisation and positively impact the individuals who are supported by the charity\n, • Salary will be dependent on experience\n\n CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

Job Title: Executive Assistant \n Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP) \n Service Area: Business Management \n Hours of Work: 37 Per week \n Salary: £32,000 – 40,000 \n \n What you will be doing: \n We are seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant at KBS Maritime to play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive support to both the Managing Director (MD) and Leadership Team. This will include activities such as diary management, board meeting coordination, minute taking and action tracking, as well as organising offsite meetings through to ordering some PPE and office supplies. \n \n This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant who thrives in a changing environment, supporting various areas of the business and enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders. You will play a critical role in ensuring the MD and Senior Leaders can focus on strategic priorities by delivering exceptional administrative and organisational support. \n \n This is a standalone individual contributor role, making it ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, building strong relationships and supporting senior leaders. \n \n What you will bring: \n\n • You’ll have proven experience in a similar role as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Administrative role, having supported Senior Leadership and MD level is important.\n, • Strong diary and inbox management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and anticipate needs before they arise.\n, • You will have confidence in liaising with senior stakeholders, external partners and suppliers with professionalism, a calm, proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.\n, • The ability to work independently, use initiative and solve problems proactively\n, • You will be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and have the ability to pick up new systems quickly.\n, • You will naturally be a strong and clear communicator.\n\n \n About you: \n\n • Due to the nature of the role, you will have excellent organisation skills, high attention to detail and the ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with integrity and discretion.\n, • The ability to work independently, use initiative and solve problems proactively.\n, • Able to balance multiple priorities, respond to unexpected challenges, and deliver high-quality support to diverse teams across the organization.\n\n \n You’ll get: \n\n • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays\n, • Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period\n, • Early finish on a Friday\n, • Discretionary company bonus scheme\n, • Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or you can increase your contribution to 6% and company contribution will increase to 10%\n, • Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s)\n, • Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues\n, • Cycle to work scheme\n, • Group income protection\n, • Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)\n, • Free parking onsite\n, • Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.\n, • Continued professional career development\n, • Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)\n, • Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services\n, • Discount off entry into the Historic Dockyard\n\n \n Application process: \n Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date 28th August 2026 \n \n Background checks & security \n Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team. \n \n About us: \n At KBS Maritime, we're not just another company – we're an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty's Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy. \n With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy's surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that's unlike any other. \n \n By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK's National Defence and Security. But it's not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed. \n \n KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief. \n We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please contact recruitment@kbsmaritime.com \n

Business Operations & Procurement Lead A broad, commercially influential role with visibility across an entire business, and a direct line to the Managing Director. This is a brand-new Business Operations & Procurement Lead role with a growing logistics business, based in Gosport. As a Business Operations & Procurement Lead you will sit at the intersection of finance, operations and procurement, helping drive the profitability and performance of a growing logistics business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will manage supplier relationships, control expenditure, negotiate freight and commercial agreements, analyse where the business makes and loses money, and turn that insight into real savings. It is a varied, hands-on commercial role with genuine influence, where you own the supplier network, the freight spend and the recovery of what the business is owed. If you are commercially sharp, enjoy finding the value others miss and want a role you can shape and make your own, this newly created position offers exactly that. Job Responsibilities Analysing customer profitability, supplier expenditure and operational costs to improve margins and reduce spend Producing commercial reporting and management information to support decision-making Reviewing customer pricing structures to protect and improve profitability Overseeing purchasing activities across all departments and sourcing new suppliers and solutions Negotiating supplier contracts and commercial agreements, and running tenders and contract reviews Developing supplier performance measures and monitoring service delivery Identifying opportunities to consolidate suppliers and leverage the company's purchasing power Managing relationships with freight providers and courier partners, and negotiating freight rates Reviewing freight spend, challenging cost increases and sourcing alternative carriers where needed Managing supplier claims, disputes and recoveries, and securing credits, rebates and refunds Working closely with finance to ensure supplier costs and recoveries are accurately recorded Coordinating business travel and accommodation, negotiating preferred rates and value for money Supporting business improvement initiatives and developing procurement policies and procedures Skills and Experience To succeed as a Business Operations & Procurement Lead you will need: Strong commercial awareness and business acumen Experience managing suppliers, procurement activities or business services Experience analysing financial and operational information and presenting business data Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities Advanced Microsoft Excel skills The ability to work across multiple departments and competing priorities A track record of identifying cost savings and process improvements Procurement experience, which is desirable Logistics or transport industry experience, which is desirable An understanding of supplier contract management and experience managing claims or disputes, which is desirable Experience with Business Central or a similar system, which is desirable Pay and Benefits Salary up to £40,000 40-hour working week Permanent, head office-based role in Gosport, with occasional travel Newly created role you can shape and make your own Direct exposure to senior leadership and influence over key business decisions Ready to apply? Broad commercial roles with this much scope and this much visibility do not come along often, and being the first person to hold it means you get to define it. You would work alongside the Managing Director, influence decisions across the whole business, and see the direct impact of your work on profitability and performance. If you are a commercially minded Business Operations & Procurement Lead ready to take ownership, apply now. TPBN1_UKTJ

CMA Executive is partnering with a highly successful international manufacturing business to appoint a Finance Director. Operating at circa £120m revenue, the organisation has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service across global markets. With an established international footprint, extensive export activity and a diverse customer base, the business continues to invest in growth, product development and operational excellence. The opportunity has arisen following the promotion of the current Finance Director into a Managing Director role elsewhere within the wider group. As a result, the business is seeking an experienced finance leader who can build upon a strong platform and play a key role in shaping future performance and growth. Reporting to the Managing Director EMEA and forming part of the senior leadership team, the Finance Director will lead the finance function whilst partnering closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to drive business performance across the region. This is a broad and influential role, combining strategic leadership with operational involvement. You will be a trusted adviser to the Managing Director, helping shape business strategy, support commercial decision-making and ensure the continued delivery of strong financial performance. Alongside responsibility for the full finance function, the role also provides leadership oversight of IT and significant exposure to international operations, including a global manufacturing and supply chain network. We are seeking a commercially minded and technically strong finance leader with a proven track record within an international manufacturing environment. You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and bring experience leading the complete finance function with full P&L responsibility within a business of comparable scale. You are likely to offer: • Significant senior finance leadership experience within a manufacturing business, • Experience operating within an international environment, • A strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chains and inventory‑led businesses, • The ability to influence and challenge at Board level whilst remaining hands‑on when required, • Experience leading finance teams and ideally broader functions, • A collaborative leadership style with the credibility to build relationships across operational, commercial and executive stakeholders This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded international manufacturer in a genuine Board‑level leadership position. The successful candidate will join a business with a strong market position, ambitious growth plans and a proven track record of developing senior talent. The role offers significant visibility across the wider group, exposure to international operations and the opportunity to play a meaningful part in shaping the future direction of the organisation. A highly competitive package is on offer, including a base salary of £120,000-£140,000, depending on experience, bonus opportunity of up to 100%, car allowance and executive benefits. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and does not discriminate on any protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Description Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates. Priory Hospital Nelson House, Gosport Salary pro rata £35,117 - FTE salary is £43,896 Part Time/ 30 Hours We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team at Nelson House as a Senior Occupational Therapist. Rated 'Good' by CQC, Nelson House provides a rewarding environment where you'll work with patients on longer-term care pathways, giving you the opportunity to build meaningful therapeutic relationships and see the positive impacts over time. This is a great opportunity for either a Senior Occupational Therapist looking for a more fulfilling role, or an experienced Occupational Therapist ready for the next step in their career. Working 30 hours per week, we can offer flexibility on the days worked however Fridays will be a core day. Located in Gosport, Hampshire, Priory Hospital Nelson House is a rehabilitation service which offers both level 1 and level 2 care, supporting males presenting with complex mental health conditions who may also have behaviours that challenge and substance misuse issues. What you'll be doing As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you'll play a key role in helping patients achieve greater independence and improved quality of life through person centred, evidence based care. You'll manage a caseload of patients with complex mental health, neurological and physical needs, delivering specialist assessments and tailored treatment plans while working closely with the multidisciplinary team. You'll also lead and develop a small therapy team, including one Occupational Therapy Assistant and one Activities Coordinator, providing clinical supervision, guidance and support. You'll oversee equipment and discharge assessments, contribute to service improvements, and ensure the highest standards of clinical practice, documentation and patient care. You will also work with carers and alongside the Medical Director will be responsible for the carers group. You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role We are seeking a knowledgeable, energetic and personable Occupational Therapist who puts patients at the heart of everything they do. You must be HCPC registered and hold a Diploma in Occupational Therapy, or a degree, honours degree, or Masters in Occupational Therapy, or have completed formal postgraduate study (award or non-award bearing). You must also have prior experience working in mental health services as a qualified member of staff, experience supervising Occupational Therapists or Occupational Therapy Assistants and students, and training in relevant models of practice such as MoHO, VdTMoCA, and Sensory Integration. What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Free on-site parking Enhanced maternity pay Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. About Priory Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here . For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here . All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. xrnqpay Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Finance Assistant Location : Head Office, Clare House, Gosport Salary : £27,000 - £30,000 FTE Contract and Hours : Part time, 22.5 - 30 hours per week - We are open to various working patterns Benefits : 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), Annual leave increases by one day per completed year of service up to a maximum of 25 days (pro rata), Pension scheme, Free onsite parking and Support for relevant professional development, including AAT study where appropriate! Thorngate Churcher Trust are a not-for-profit organisation with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional care. Here, we value every individual both residents and team members, providing training, support and a warm, respectful working environment. We operate 124 sheltered flats for assisted living, all with 24 hour warden support, and a 44 bed care home offering residential care for frail elderly people and for those living with dementia. We are now recruiting for a Finance Assistant to work closely with the Director of Finance and the wider management team. You will play a key role in supporting our financial management, gaining experience across finance, purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control, resident accounts and finance administration. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to contribute to an organisation that provides valuable services to its residents and community. As our Finance Assistant you will: Process purchase and sales ledger transactions, including invoices, receipts and payments, ensuring accuracy and timely recording. Maintain supplier, customer, resident and financial records, resolving queries and discrepancies professionally. Support credit control activities, monitoring outstanding balances and assisting with income collection. Assist with bank, supplier and other account reconciliations, including petty cash and resident monies. Support the administration of resident personal accounts and expense records, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times. Assist with month-end, year-end and audit preparation activities, including the production of supporting documentation. Maintain accurate data across finance systems and contribute to process improvements and efficiencies. Build positive working relationships with colleagues, residents, families, suppliers, local authorities and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance with Trust policies, financial controls, data protection requirements and confidentiality standards. Provide general finance and administrative support and undertake other reasonable duties as required by the Director of Finance. In order to be successful in this role you must have: Previous experience in finance administration, purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control, accounts administration or a similar role. Good standard of general education with strong literacy and numeracy skills. Confident use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong administrative and organisational skills. Ability to manage confidential information sensitively and professionally. Good verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to undertake relevant training and development. Ability to work between 22.5 and 30 hours per week and primarily office-based. It would be great if you had: AAT Level 2 or 3 qualification or willingness to work towards an agreed finance qualification. Experience within a charity, housing, care or not-for-profit environment. Experience managing resident accounts, client monies, petty cash or personal expense records. Experience supporting audits, year-end processes or payment runs. Experience using finance, housing, care or CRM systems. Strong Excel skills including formulas, sorting and filtering. Ability to identify and suggest process improvements. Working Pattern The final working pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate, subject to operational requirements. Potential working arrangements include: 3 days of 7.5 hours 4 days of approximately 6 to 7.5 hours 5 days of approximately 6 hours At Thorngate Churcher Trust, you'll be part of a supportive organisation that is committed to delivering high-quality services and making a positive difference to the lives of its residents. We value teamwork, integrity, professionalism and continuous improvement, and we invest in the development of our people. Click APPLY today! Thorngate Churcher Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified individuals from all sections of the community. No agencies please. TPBN1_UKTJ

At TÜV SÜD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD Group. Position Summary: The Strategic Account Manager role focuses on delivering high-quality test, certification, advisory and assurance services while developing long-term, trusted partnerships that support customer objectives and drive sustainable business growth. Whilst the focus will be on promoting advisory, test and certification solutions relating to climatic, vibration, EMC services for Defence and Aerospace sector, you will also proactively identify opportunities where the broader TÜV SÜD portfolio can provide additional value and support to clients. The role combines strategic account leadership with hands-on commercial execution, including quotation management, active progression of opportunities, governance of ongoing projects, and regular performance reviews with customers. Through structured engagement, continuous improvement, and proactive relationship management, the Strategic Account Manager ensures TÜV SÜD is positioned as a trusted, long-term partner to its Defence and Aerospace clients. Working closely with internal stakeholders, the Strategic Account Manager is accountable for building and maintaining robust account strategies, developing a rolling 12-month pipeline, and achieving agreed order intake targets. Above all, we are seeking a Strategic Account Manager with the ability to own, develop, and grow complex customer relationships within highly regulated and technically demanding sectors, balancing commercial objectives with compliance, governance, and long-term customer trust. You will be working as part of a dynamic sales team in partnership with our highly motivated technical experts to react to customer requirements to offer tailored solutions covering a whole portfolio of compliance services. Our ability to listen to the customer, identify their exact requirements and respond quickly with a technical and commercial solution sets us apart from our competitors, therefore this role will ideally suit a candidate with a technical aptitude, a drive to succeed, and sales exposure within the TIC industry. Key Responsibilities: Own and develop strategic relationships with new and existing Defence and Aerospace key accounts, to understand customer objectives, influence long-term programmes, and position TÜV SÜD as a trusted partner. Drive profitable revenue growth across assigned accounts by managing order intake, margin, and pipeline performance, ensuring sales targets are achieved in line with agreed commercial and contractual frameworks. Lead the identification, qualification, and progression of opportunities, ensuring quotations are accurate, technically validated, competitively positioned, and actively progressed through to order. Work closely with the Industry Sector, customers and internal delivery teams to coordinate resources, identify new or additional services, manage customer expectations, resolve issues, and ensure projects are delivered successfully, on time, and to agreed quality standards. Lead annual strategic account reviews with key customers, in collaboration with the Industry Sector and Commercial Director, to evaluate performance, review contractual and pricing arrangements, and agree plans and objective Act as the primary escalation point for assigned key accounts, proactively managing risks, issues, and customer concerns to ensure timely resolution and sustained customer satisfaction. Develop and maintain detailed account plans, including stakeholder mapping, opportunity identification, and a rolling 12-month pipeline aligned to customer programmes and internal capacity planning. Identify and drive opportunities to expand our technical service provision and deliver innovative solutions based on customer and market needs. Coordinate and chair regular account review meetings, progress calls, and governance sessions with customers to monitor active and upcoming projects, KPIs, and service performance. Identify opportunities for cross-selling and up-selling across TÜV SÜD service lines by working collaboratively with key stakeholders and technical specialists. Monitor project delivery performance at account level and initiate corrective actions to improve workflow efficiency, service quality, and on-time delivery. Support the negotiation and renewal of contracts, framework agreements, and long-term service arrangements in conjunction with senior commercial leadership. Support TÜV SÜD’s global working groups for Aerospace and Defence sectors. Essential Criteria – you will have or be able to demonstrate: Experience managing and growing large, complex customer accounts, ideally within Defence, Aerospace, Environmental, or other highly regulated or technical industries. The ability to manage complex, consultative sales cycles, engaging multiple stakeholders across technical, commercial, and procurement functions. Strong capability in opportunity qualification, deal structuring, and progressing opportunities from initial engagement through to order closure. Experience in account-based selling, with the ability to develop long-term account strategies rather than transactional sales approaches. Competence in negotiation and influence, achieving commercially sound outcomes while maintaining strong customer relationships. Familiarity with Environmental, Climatic, Vibration, Packaging and EMC testing services, and their commercial nuances. Market and industry knowledge within the TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) industry including an understanding of MIL-STD, DEF-STD, NATO STANAGs, RTCA DO-160, AECTP and other global compliance frameworks. Proven commercial and technical understanding of testing, certification, compliance and assurance services delivered within the Aerospace and Defence sector. Highly organised and detail‑focused, with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage workload effectively; maintain robust reporting and forecasting and ensure a high level of accuracy when utilising business systems, following internal processes and ensuring compliance. A full UK driving licence The ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal, to carry out the duties of the role. * Demonstrable IT skills commensurate with the role, including the effective use of CRM systems, Microsoft Outlook, and tools used for prospecting (such as LinkedIn). Further information: TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent home-working, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance

We're working exclusively with an established, multi-site organisation to appoint their next Head of HR. Employing around 350 people across several UK locations, this is a successful independent business with ambitious growth plans and a culture built on trust, long-term relationships and practical leadership. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll play a key role in shaping the organisation's people strategy whilst ensuring the culture that has underpinned its success continues to thrive. This is far more than a traditional HR leadership role. We're looking for someone who enjoys being visible across the business, building trusted relationships and helping leaders develop high-performing teams. What will the Head of HR role involve? Developing and delivering a people strategy aligned to business growth Acting as a trusted adviser to the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team Supporting leadership capability, succession planning and organisational development Driving employee engagement, wellbeing and retention initiatives Leading recruitment strategy and talent development Supporting organisational change across a multi-site operation Reviewing and improving HR processes to ensure they remain practical, efficient and commercially focused Leading the HR team and ensuring employment practices remain compliant Suitable Candidate for the Head of HR role: We're looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach. Significant experience in a senior HR leadership role .Experience supporting a growing multi-site organisation Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance people and business priorities Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Experience developing leaders and organisational capability A visible, approachable leadership style that builds trust across all levels CIPD qualification or equivalent experience Experience within distribution, logistics, wholesale, manufacturing or another operational environment would be advantageous Salary & Benefits for the role of Head of HR: £75,000 - £80,000 dependent on experience Car allowance Competitive pension Generous holiday entitlement Health and wellbeing benefits Opportunity to shape the people agenda within a growing business Why Join? This is an opportunity to join an organisation where culture genuinely matters. You'll work alongside an established leadership team, influence board-level decisions and play a significant role in helping the business continue to grow whilst protecting the values and culture that have made it successful. If you're looking for a role where you can build lasting relationships, develop leaders and make a genuine commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you. CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received

Business Operations & Procurement Lead A broad, commercially influential role with visibility across an entire business, and a direct line to the Managing Director. This is a brand-new Business Operations & Procurement Lead role with a growing logistics business, based in Gosport. As a Business Operations & Procurement Lead you will sit at the intersection of finance, operations and procurement, helping drive the profitability and performance of a growing logistics business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will manage supplier relationships, control expenditure, negotiate freight and commercial agreements, analyse where the business makes and loses money, and turn that insight into real savings. It is a varied, hands-on commercial role with genuine influence, where you own the supplier network, the freight spend and the recovery of what the business is owed. If you are commercially sharp, enjoy finding the value others miss and want a role you can shape and make your own, this newly created position offers exactly that. Job Responsibilities Analysing customer profitability, supplier expenditure and operational costs to improve margins and reduce spend Producing commercial reporting and management information to support decision-making Reviewing customer pricing structures to protect and improve profitability Overseeing purchasing activities across all departments and sourcing new suppliers and solutions Negotiating supplier contracts and commercial agreements, and running tenders and contract reviews Developing supplier performance measures and monitoring service delivery Identifying opportunities to consolidate suppliers and leverage the company's purchasing power Managing relationships with freight providers and courier partners, and negotiating freight rates Reviewing freight spend, challenging cost increases and sourcing alternative carriers where needed Managing supplier claims, disputes and recoveries, and securing credits, rebates and refunds Working closely with finance to ensure supplier costs and recoveries are accurately recorded Coordinating business travel and accommodation, negotiating preferred rates and value for money Supporting business improvement initiatives and developing procurement policies and procedures Skills and Experience To succeed as a Business Operations & Procurement Lead you will need: Strong commercial awareness and business acumen Experience managing suppliers, procurement activities or business services Experience analysing financial and operational information and presenting business data Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities Advanced Microsoft Excel skills The ability to work across multiple departments and competing priorities A track record of identifying cost savings and process improvements Procurement experience, which is desirable Logistics or transport industry experience, which is desirable An understanding of supplier contract management and experience managing claims or disputes, which is desirable Experience with Business Central or a similar system, which is desirable Pay and Benefits Salary up to £40,000 40-hour working week Permanent, head office-based role in Gosport, with occasional travel Newly created role you can shape and make your own Direct exposure to senior leadership and influence over key business decisions Ready to apply? Broad commercial roles with this much scope and this much visibility do not come along often, and being the first person to hold it means you get to define it. You would work alongside the Managing Director, influence decisions across the whole business, and see the direct impact of your work on profitability and performance. If you are a commercially minded Business Operations & Procurement Lead ready to take ownership, apply now

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading critical power infrastructure organisation to recruit a Technical Sales Executive for its Gosport site. The strategically important Technical Sales Executive role comes with a salary of £40k. If you're a Technical Sales Executive and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Technical Sales Executive role Reporting to the Managing Director, you will: Manage key NHS accounts by building strong, long-term relationships with Estates, Facilities and other key stakeholders. Identify and develop sales opportunities for remedial works, equipment replacements and new UPS, IPS/Medical-IT and generator installations. Follow up quotations proactively, ensuring customers understand the requirements, benefits and urgency of recommended remedial or replacement works. Review engineers' service reports to identify potential sales and remedial opportunities, working closely with Service Coordinators to produce accurate and timely quotations. Conduct regular customer meetings and site visits, providing account reviews, discussing ongoing requirements and identifying future opportunities. Work closely with electrical engineers and contractors to understand installation requirements and ensure suitable electrical supplies and associated works are specified. Develop new business relationships with hospitals, consultants, Estates Managers and other relevant stakeholders to expand the customer base. Support framework and preferred supplier opportunities, ensuring the business is appropriately positioned with existing and prospective NHS customers. Work with consultants and Hospital Estates Managers to specify solutions that meet relevant technical requirements, including HTM 06-01 standards. Collaborate with internal service, engineering and coordination teams to ensure a seamless customer journey from initial opportunity through quotation, order and delivery. Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Minimum 3 years' experience in account management, technical sales or a related commercial role, ideally within UPS, IPS, critical power, electrical engineering or a similar industry. Proven experience in a proactive, field-based customer-facing role. Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish trust with senior stakeholders. Excellent listening, communication and negotiation skills. Experience managing key accounts and developing structured account plans. Strong commercial awareness with the drive to identify and convert opportunities. Excellent organisation and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple customer requirements and priorities effectively. Self-motivated, dependable and results-focused. Comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with technical and operational teams. Personal skills The Technical Sales Executive role would suit someone who is: Excellent communication skills - You need to communicate clearly and confidently with hospital staff, engineers, consultants and customers, both verbally and in writing. Good relationship-building skills - The advert says you should enjoy talking to people, be a good listener and be able to create trust with customers and key accounts. Organised, motivated and reliable - You need strong time-management skills and should be dependable, driven, focused and organised to manage customers, quotes, meetings and opportunities effectively. Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Executive role Salary - £40k OTE Commission Car Allowance & mileage paid Pension Private Health Care INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

Financial Planning Operations Co-ordinator Part-time | Permanent | 20–25 hours per week Are you an experienced Financial Services professional who enjoys being the person who keeps everything running smoothly? Looking for school hours? I’m delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded wealth management business in Fareham with the recruitment of an Operations Co-ordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership and likes being involved across different areas of a business. Working closely with the Operations Director, you’ll become a key member of the team and a real go-to person across the practice. The Role This is a genuinely varied position, with responsibilities spanning operations, financial services administration, compliance, marketing and wider business support. You’ll be involved in areas such as: Supporting operational projects and identifying opportunities to improve processes Preparing operational reports and management information Maintaining business procedures, documentation and internal records Supporting advisers with technical business submissions and new business applications Monitoring pipelines and proactively progressing cases through to completion Liaising with providers and internal teams to resolve queries Maintaining accurate client records and CRM systems Supporting compliance monitoring, quality assurance and outstanding actions Assisting with audit preparation and regulatory projects Supporting marketing campaigns, client communications and events Liaising with designers, printers and external suppliers Assisting with social media content and marketing materials Supporting HR administration and onboarding Providing general support across the business where required No two days will be the same, so this role would suit someone who enjoys getting stuck in, solving problems and making things happen. About You You’ll ideally have previous experience within Financial Services, Wealth Management or an IFA practice, or similar together with experience of supporting advisers and processing new business. We’re looking for someone who is: Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Proactive and comfortable taking ownership Confident managing multiple priorities Professional, accurate and reliable A strong communicator Calm under pressure and adaptable Comfortable working across different areas of a business IT confident, particularly with Microsoft Office Naturally approachable and a genuine team player Passionate about delivering an excellent level of service What's on Offer? Permanent, part-time position 20–25 hours per week ( Ideally worked across 4–5 days per week 25 days' holiday pro rata Auto-enrolment pension Life cover Private medical insurance A varied role with exposure to operations, compliance, financial services administration, marketing and business support The opportunity to play an important role within a growing and supportive business Interested? If you're looking for a varied part-time role where you can genuinely make a difference and become an integral part of a successful financial services business, I’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch with Tegan at Dynamite Recruitment for a confidential conversation about the role. #FinancialServices2026