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Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons BDO’s Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you’re looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you’re looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients’ needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you’ll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it’s advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you’ll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you’ll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm’s quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice – driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You’ll also be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons BDO’s Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you’re looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you’re looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients’ needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you’ll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it’s advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you’ll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you’ll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm’s quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice – driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You’ll also be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons BDO’s Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you’re looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you’re looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients’ needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you’ll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it’s advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you’ll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you’ll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm’s quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice – driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You’ll also be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for an Electrical Engineer or Senior Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. Our Oxford office was established to provide a local presence on our projects. We draw on wide-ranging expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Oxford team: we’re focused on growth both in the UK and internationally. We combine the stability and opportunity of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. As a young, vibrant and innovative office, culture is central to everything we do. We foster a collaborative working environment; support hybrid working and encourage offer the option of a 9‑day fortnight. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that respond to the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. You will own project deliverables, manage elements of the internal delivery team, and liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues, clients and contractors to ensure holistic, compliant and commercially aware solutions. You will typically lead defined elements and smaller projects (Engineer) or take full lead responsibility for larger schemes and broader client engagement (Senior Engineer). You will be helping to develop junior staff and foster relationships that support future business growth. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Take briefs and deliver electrical design work from inception through to completion., • Produce electrical calculations, drawings and technical documentation that comply with relevant regulations, design guides and client standards., • Ensure quality standards and technical accuracy across deliverables., • Coordinate electrical design with other disciplines (MEP and our specialist groups) and third‑party consultants., • Review and comment on technical information provided by contractors and sub‑contractors; check site installations against the design intent., • Attend and report at design team meetings, client meetings and project meetings., • Witness selected testing and commissioning activities and support handover documentation., • Manage own workload to meet programme deliverables and report progress to your line manager., • Contribute to the professional development of junior colleagues. Additional responsibilities for Senior Engineer: • Develop briefs and take responsibility for delivering a small project or the electrical discipline on a significant/complex scheme., • Exercise considerable autonomy and take ownership for technical decisions and project delivery within cost constraints., • Delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others; mentor and motivate colleagues across project teams., • Play an active role in commercial aspects (scope, risk, cost control) and ensure outputs meet project and budgetary requirements. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Building Services Engineering; industry membership preferred., • Working towards or holding IEng/CEng., • Strong technical competence in LV distribution, lighting, earthing/protection and emergency/standby systems; able to produce calculations and drawings., • Proficient with industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical) and MS Office., • Able to work independently: deliver an element of a project (Engineer) or lead discipline/small projects and larger schemes (Senior)., • Effective communicator with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients/contractors., • Experience of site checking, witnessing testing/commissioning and reviewing contractor submissions., • Demonstrable commitment to meeting programmes and quality standards; commercially aware., • Supportive team player who mentors junior staff and pursues continuous professional development (Senior expected to supervise; Engineer to support). How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact jessicamartin@hoarelea.com. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, _ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

Senior Associate Electrical Engineer Oxford About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for a Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. We are seeking a Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead client relationships and deliver technically excellent, commercially sound electrical design across building services projects. This vacancy will suit an experienced Senior Associate who leads larger, multi-disciplines schemes, contributes to business development and helps shape a high performing local team. Our Oxford office was established to provide a local presence on our projects. We draw on wide-ranging expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Oxford team: we’re focused on growth both in the UK and internationally. We combine the stability and opportunity of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. As a young, vibrant and innovative office, culture is central to everything we do. We foster a collaborative working environment; support hybrid working and encourage offer the option of a 9‑day fortnight. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that respond to the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Act as primary client contact for projects; define and agree briefs and represent Hoare Lea professionally at project meetings., • Promote Hoare Lea’s services to create opportunities and support client objectives., • Lead and coordinate project teams (including specialist groups), prioritise workloads and host/ chair internal project meetings., • Deliver profitable, high‑quality schemes; monitor project expenditure, report costs and resource needs to line managers/partners., • Delegate, review and check work from junior staff; contribute to staff development and performance objectives., • Maintain awareness of consultant appointment conditions, procurement routes and commercial risks; identify and mitigate business risks., • Contribute to technical knowledge sharing across the firm and ensure technical accuracy and compliance with relevant standards., • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants and contractors to support repeat business and growth., • Lead larger scale, multi‑discipline schemes, attend interviews and support bid preparation., • Support development and leadership of the local team and report regularly senior management., • Support timely invoicing, debt chasing, management of WIP and forward workload/resource planning for your own projects., • Mentor and support our ‘next gen’ professionals including apprentices and graduates. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering or equivalent., • Qualified and recognised in industry with Chartered status., • Extensive project & client leadership experience., • Strong technical competence in electrical building services, working to applicable regulations and design guides., • Ability to lead integrated design teams, coordinate with other disciplines and deliver technically accurate designs., • Excellent client‑facing, written and verbal communication skills; able to manage difficult situations., • Proven people leadership: motivate, delegate and develop team members — leads projects or leads teams and local practice. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact louiescottodiperta@hoarelea.com. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, _ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

About us Important: the job title “Senior Associate” at Hoare Lea refers to a senior-level position (not an entry-level role); please check the role description for responsibility and seniority. Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. Our Oxford office was established to provide a local presence on our projects. We draw on wide-ranging expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Oxford team: we’re focused on growth both in the UK and internationally. We combine the stability and opportunity of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. As a young, vibrant and innovative office, culture is central to everything we do. We foster a collaborative working environment; support hybrid working and encourage offer the option of a 9‑day fortnight. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that respond to the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead client relationships and deliver technically excellent, commercially sound electrical design across building services projects. This vacancy will suit an experienced Associate who manages project delivery and client engagement, or a Senior Associate who leads larger, multi-disciplines schemes, contributes to business development and helps shape a high‑performing local team. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Act as primary client contact for projects; define and agree briefs and represent Hoare Lea professionally at project meetings., • Promote Hoare Lea’s services to create opportunities and support client objectives., • Lead and coordinate project teams (including specialist groups), prioritise workloads and host/ chair internal project meetings., • Deliver profitable, high‑quality schemes; monitor project expenditure, report costs and resource needs to line managers/partners., • Delegate, review and check work from junior staff; contribute to staff development and performance objectives., • Maintain awareness of consultant appointment conditions, procurement routes and commercial risks; identify and mitigate business risks., • Contribute to technical knowledge sharing across the firm and ensure technical accuracy and compliance with relevant standards., • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants and contractors to support repeat business and growth. Additional responsibilities for Senior Associate: • Lead larger scale, multi‑discipline schemes, attend interviews and support bid preparation., • Support development and leadership of the local team and report regularly senior management. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering or equivalent., • Chartered status required for Senior Associate, desirable/working towards for Associate., • Extensive project & client leadership experience., • Strong technical competence in electrical building services, working to applicable regulations and design guides., • Ability to lead integrated design teams, coordinate with other disciplines and deliver technically accurate designs., • Excellent client‑facing, written and verbal communication skills; able to manage difficult situations., • Demonstrable commercial awareness: monitor project costs, identify/mitigate risks and contribute to profitable delivery., • Proven people leadership: motivate, delegate and develop team members — leads projects (Associate) or leads teams and local practice (Senior Associate)., • Highly organised with strong planning skills; able to work under own initiative and deliver to demanding timescales., • IT literate with proficiency in industry software and BIM workflows., • Committed to continuous professional development and knowledge‑sharing. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact jessicamartin@hoarelea.com. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more. Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

Mechanical Engineer (Contract | 3–6 Months) – Junior to Mid-Level | CAD Focus Looking for a role where you can sharpen your CAD expertise? Want to gain hands-on experience in a fast-moving engineering environment? Ready to contribute to real-world projects without a long-term commitment? The Opportunity Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineer on a short-term contract (3–6 months) to support a busy project pipeline. This role is ideal for junior to mid-level engineers who are confident using CAD software and eager to build practical experience across varied engineering challenges. You’ll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team where your ideas and technical input will genuinely matter from day one. Why This Role is Great • Develop your CAD mastery by working on live projects with real-world applications, • Gain exposure to end-to-end design processes, from concept through to refinement, • Take ownership of design tasks, contributing directly to project outcomes, • Collaborate with experienced engineers, learning best practices and industry techniques, • Build a strong portfolio of work that enhances your future career prospects, • Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that keeps your skills sharp and relevant About You This role would suit someone who: • Has experience working with CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar), • Is building on a foundation in mechanical design or engineering principles, • Enjoys solving problems and refining technical solutions, • Is keen to develop practical experience across design, modelling, and documentation, • Brings curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn on the job, • May have gained experience through education, internships, or early career roles What’s in It for You? • Competitive contract rate, • Immediate impact in a meaningful engineering role, • Opportunity to expand your technical skillset and industry exposure, • A supportive team environment that values development and contribution Diversity & Inclusion Our client and our agency are committed to building inclusive workplaces where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Diversity strengthens innovation, and we actively encourage candidates who may bring a unique viewpoint to apply.

Audit Senior A fast-growing, ambitious accountancy firm with a strong reputation in the SME market is seeking an Audit Senior to join its high-performing Oxford office. Following recent investment and the appointment of a new CEO, the firm is entering an exciting growth phase. The Oxford team is a key part of that growth, having recently won industry recognition and continuing to expand its client base. The Role As an Audit Senior, you will take ownership of audit engagements from planning through to completion, working with a varied portfolio of SME clients. This role offers a high level of responsibility and exposure, making it ideal for someone looking to step up and develop their career in a supportive, growth-focused environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead audits from planning through to completion, • Manage relationships with a portfolio of SME clients (£10m-£100m turnover), • Supervise and support junior team members, • Prepare and review statutory accounts, • Liaise directly with clients and senior stakeholders About You You will be an experienced auditor currently operating at Semi-Senior or Senior level, with strong exposure to full audit cycles. Requirements: • ACA / ACCA qualified (or part-qualified with 2-3 exams remaining), • Proven exper...

About the job Job summary Senior Interaction Designer The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is seeking a senior interaction designer to contribute to its digital transformation. This role involves designing user-centred public services at scale within multidisciplinary teams , aligning with Government Design Principles . Key responsibilities include identifying and resolving complex public infrastructure issues, promoting best practices and standards in user centred design, and mentoring junior designers. The successful candidate will be proactive, take ownership of design activities (like facilitating critiques and documenting user journeys), and possess excellent leadership, collaboration, presentation, and communication skills to work effectively with various stakeholders. Find out more on our Design in Government blog . Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: • Design and Develop User-Centred Services: Work in agile, multidisciplinary teams to rapidly develop design concepts for complex transformation programs, collaborating with service managers and programme directors. This includes actively participating in user research, creating prototypes, and designing user interactions across various channels, devices, and technologies, all while being able to justify design decisions with evidence and data., • Promote and Implement Design Excellence : Champion a consistent, high-quality user experience by promoting reusable design elements and best practices across the IPO and wider government communities. This involves contributing to user-centred design standards and guidance, utilising the GOV.UK Design System, and ensuring designs meet accessibility, legal, and security requirements, as well as the GOV.UK Service Standard., • Lead and Mentor Design Professionals: Provide management support, coaching, mentoring, and training to other designers (including HEO Interaction Designers), focusing on their development, the quality of their work, and ensuring adherence to best practices. Person specification Essential criteria • Experience working effectively in an agile, multi-disciplinary team environment, delivering iterative design components as part of a project team., • Experience in designing accessible solutions across various channels to meet customer needs. Proven ability to produce essential user-centred design deliverables, such as user flows, process flows, service blueprints, and site maps., • Proficient in using prototyping tools like GOV.UK Prototype Kit, Figma, or Adobe XD to create and validate high-fidelity prototypes., • Experience in conducting usability testing, either independently or collaboratively with user researchers., • Demonstrated experience working with the GOV.UK Design System, Service Manual, and design principles, including the ability to recommend new patterns or update existing ones within the system., • Experience in leading community of practice activities., • Proven ability to mentor and coach designers across the UCD profession. How to Apply Click the 'Apply now' button and complete the application form by providing the following: Your CV • Upload an anonymised copy of your current CV. Please remove all identifying markers such as name, title, education institution etc., • Make sure it clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification. 750-word Personal Statement • Use this to explain why you're suitable for the role ., • Structure your statement around the essential criteria in the Person Specification., • Make sure to provide clear examples to show how you meet each requirement. For further information on the sift and interview stages of this recruitment campaign, please head to our 'Things you need to know' section below. Please visit our Civil Service Careers page - IPO - Recruitment Support , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk) If you require job-specific information, please contact Dominic Read E-mail: Telephone: Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Leadership, • Working Together, • Developing Self and Others, • Delivering at Pace Benefits Alongside your salary of 47,766, Intellectual Property Office contributes 13,837 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. • Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access, • Access to Microsoft's ESI training suite, • Hybrid working with no core hours, • Substantial support for career progression, • 25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments, • You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave For more information about what's on offer at the Intellectual Property Office please review our IPO benefit pack attached to the bottom of this advert. Please note that benefits may be subject to change. Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Additional details on security and vetting Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a higher Security Clearance . For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years in order to meet the relevant security clearance. Further information on the vetting process can be found at National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK If you have questions regarding this or are unsure if you meet the eligibility criteria, please contact Stage 1 - Sift An initial sift of applications will be carried out to create a shortlist. This will be based on the evidence provided for the following Success Profile elements: Experience Your CV will be used to assess your suitability for the role and Your 750 word Personal statement will demonstrate your Experience against the listed person specification/essential criteria. Stage 2 - Interviews If invited to interview Behaviours and Experience based questioning will be used. Please note candidates that proceed to the interview stage will be required to deliver a presentation against the Ability And Behaviour Success Profile. Further details will be provided in the invite to interview information. Interviews for this role will be carried out in person at our Newport Office. This recruitment campaign will keep a reserve list for 12 months. If you meet the requirements for this role but aren't offered after passing the interview, you'll be placed on the reserve list. If a suitable position opens up during this time, we will reach out to individuals in merit order. Applicants to note: CVs sent direct to the IPO will not be accepted. There may be important information contained within the job role profile candidates may also wish to refer to. We recommend candidates download and save a copy of the role profile for reference. This post is being advertised to Internal , across Government and External candidates at the same time. Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted or considered. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. We do not routinely reimburse travel expenses for candidates, however if participating in the selection process would cause you undue financial hardship or if it restricts your ability to participate, please contact the recruitment team for more information. In line with Government guidance, successfully appointed candidates will need to provide documents for our Right to Work checks. Information on this will be sent within the invite to interview text. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, then please let the recruitment team know via; Please be aware that only one application per candidate is permitted for each recruitment campaign. Multiple applications, including those made using different accounts, may result in your application being withdrawn or rejected at any stage of the process. For more information on the IPO's terms and conditions, please review the attached IPO Modernised Terms and Conditions document attached at the bottom of this advert. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) . See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window), • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) .

About the job Job summary Senior Dynamics Developer The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. To provide up to date services to our customers systems need to be developed, improved, and maintained. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the core applications are reviewed and continually improved. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual specialising in MS Dynamics and Power Apps, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. This is a rolling recruitment exercise. Applications will be assessed at regular intervals against the published criteria. Selection decisions will be made on merit, following fair and open competition, in line with the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. We may appoint candidates as assessment stages are completed and may close the advert early or create a reserve list where sufficient candidates are identified. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Technical • Be responsible for the design, coding, configuration, testing and documentation of large, complex or mission critical applications in a cloud first environment using Dynamics and Power Apps in MS Azure, • Configure and customise both model model-driven and canvas apps, • Develop Power Automate Flows via connectors to the Dataverse and other data sources, • Develop PowerApps integrations with other Azure components such as Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus and Azure Functions, • Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage, • Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork, • Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders, • Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards, • Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to, • Assist in implementing toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability, • Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality, • Embrace a continuous improvement ethos, • Responsible for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes, • Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 & the Security Policy Framework (SPF) Behavioural • Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results), • Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team), • Share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork, • Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services, • Provide project / delivery management support when required, • Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team, • Applies "progress over perfection" principle, • Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers, • Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience, • Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen Personal and Team Development • Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills, • Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values, • Guides more junior members in their personal development, • Coaches and mentors' colleagues, • Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends, • Shares knowledge of tools and techniques with your wider team and the business stakeholders Person specification Essential Experience • Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects, • Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile methodologies, • Advocate of DevOps principles, • Experience working in a Microsoft Azure Cloud first team, • Experience with Azure DevOps Essential Technical • Experience of MS Dynamics CRM and PowerApps platform, • Has a deep understanding of architectural principals such as SOA and Micro-Services, • Technical aptitude, • Proficiency in one or more of these languages: C#, Python, JavaScript, Typescript, • Experience writing and implementing Unit Testing How to Apply Click the 'Apply now' button and complete the application form by providing the following: Your CV • Upload an anonymised copy of your current CV. Please remove all identifying markers such as name, title, education institution etc., • Make sure it clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification. For further information on the sift and interview stages of this recruitment campaign, please head to our 'Things you need to know' section below. Please visit our Civil Service Careers page - IPO - Recruitment Support , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk) If you require job-specific information, please contact Dominic Read E-mail: Telephone: Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Developing Self and Others, • Delivering at Pace, • Working Together Benefits Alongside your salary of 47,766, Intellectual Property Office contributes 13,837 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. • Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access, • Access to Microsoft's ESI training suite, • Hybrid working with no core hours, • Substantial support for career progression, • 25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments, • You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave For more information about what's on offer at the Intellectual Property Office please review our IPO benefit pack attached to the bottom of this advert. Please note that benefits may be subject to change. Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Additional details on security and vetting Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a higher Security Clearance . For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years in order to meet the relevant security clearance. Further information on the vetting process can be found at National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK If you have questions regarding this or are unsure if you meet the eligibility criteria, please contact Stage 1 - Sift An initial sift of applications will be carried out to create a shortlist. This will be based on the evidence provided for the following Success Profile elements: Experience Your CV will be used to assess your suitability for the role Stage 2 - Interviews If invited to interview Behaviours and Technical based questioning will be used. Please note candidates that proceed to the interview stage will be required to deliver a presentation against the Technical Success Profile. Further details will be provided in the invite to interview information. Specific information regarding the Success Profile elements that will be assessed at interview will be contained within the interview invitation. Interviews for this role will be carried out virtually via Microsoft Teams (video) This recruitment campaign will keep a reserve list for 12 months. If you meet the requirements for this role but aren't offered after passing the interview, you'll be placed on the reserve list. If a suitable position opens up during this time, we will reach out to individuals in merit order. Applicants to note: CVs sent direct to the IPO will not be accepted. There may be important information contained within the job role profile candidates may also wish to refer to. We recommend candidates download and save a copy of the role profile for reference. This post is being advertised to Internal , across Government and external candidates at the same time. Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted or considered. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. We do not routinely reimburse travel expenses for candidates, however if participating in the selection process would cause you undue financial hardship or if it restricts your ability to participate, please contact the recruitment team for more information. In line with Government guidance, successfully appointed candidates will need to provide documents for our Right to Work checks. Information on this will be sent within the invite to interview text. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, then please let the recruitment team know via; Please be aware that only one application per candidate is permitted for each recruitment campaign. Multiple applications, including those made using different accounts, may result in your application being withdrawn or rejected at any stage of the process. For more information on the IPO's terms and conditions, please review the attached IPO Modernised Terms and Conditions document attached at the bottom of this advert. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) . See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window), • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) .

About the job Job summary Senior Business Analyst As a Senior Business Analyst at the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) you will join an established and supportive community of Business Analysts and work across all areas of projects and service lifecycle. In this role you will work as part of an Agile multi-disciplinary squad alongside product managers, service design, data specialists, developers, and testers to deliver new internal and external services. You will be expected to be proactive and take ownership of analysis activities and deliverables including writing user stories with acceptance criteria, modelling business processes, and contributing to three amigo/refinement sessions. You must be able to build strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels, demonstrating good leadership and collaborative working skills. You will need excellent presentation and communication skills, across a variety of situations and levels of stakeholders. You will work together with IPO colleagues, partner organisations and/or suppliers to ensure that approaches and outcomes are fit for purpose meeting business needs, user needs and IPO standards. Within the Business Analyst Community, you will play an important role in establishing and promoting best practice and standards. You will support the professionalisation and maturity of the Business Analysis practice through peer support, tutoring and mentoring of others in the team. We are looking for enthusiastic people with a desire to pick up new skills in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering excellent services for our customers. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals to join our IT team at a time where the IPO has set out how to help make the UK the most innovative and creative country in the world by: • Delivering Excellent IP Services, • Creating a World-leading IP Environment, • Making the IPO a Brilliant Place to Work Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: • Work alongside product managers to create a pipeline of fully developed user stories ensuring that the business and technical viewpoints are understood and acknowledged., • Undertake key business analysis activities, including but not limited to, requirements elicitation, documentation of business processes, workflows and business rules, using suitable methodologies, tools and standards., • Advise on business scenarios and develop acceptance criteria to ensure requirements can be traced to develop new functionality., • Identify and articulate options considering opportunities and limitations related to business and technology., • Present complex information in a tailored format, allowing you to communicate key findings and put forward recommendations to the wider organisation., • Tutor/mentor/coach BAs and Junior BAs by providing accurate and professional support., • Develop and promote best practice, standards and guidance. Person specification Essential Criteria • Background in Business Analysis with considerable knowledge and understanding of Business Analysis principles and techniques., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to bring clarity to business problems and shape business solutions., • Considerable experience working in a software development setting with technical colleagues i.e. data, developers, testers., • Comfortable working with individuals at various skill levels up to and including senior management levels., • Experience of gaining consensus where there are strong differing opinions., • Strong presentation and communication skills across a variety of situations and levels of stakeholders., • Experience of developing BA best practice, standards and guidance., • Experience tutoring and mentoring others Business Analysts, • BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis, or equivalent. How to Apply Click the 'Apply now' button and complete the application form by providing the following: Your CV • Upload an anonymised copy of your current CV. Please remove all identifying markers such as name, title, education institution etc., • Make sure it clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification. 750-word Personal Statement • Use this to explain why you're suitable for the role ., • Structure your statement around the essential criteria in the Person Specification., • Make sure to provide clear examples to show how you meet each For further information on the sift and interview stages of this recruitment campaign, please head to our 'Things you need to know' section below. Please visit our Civil Service Careers page - IPO - Recruitment Support , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk) If you require job-specific information, please contact Dominic Read E-mail: Telephone: Qualifications Candidates must hold a BCS Diploma to be eligible to apply for this role Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Communicating and Influencing, • Working Together, • Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of 47,766, Intellectual Property Office contributes 13,837 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. • Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access, • Access to Microsoft's ESI training suite, • Hybrid working with no core hours, • Substantial support for career progression, • 25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments, • You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave For more information about what's on offer at the Intellectual Property Office please review our IPO benefit pack attached to the bottom of this advert. Please note that benefits may be subject to change. Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Additional details on security and vetting Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a higher Security Clearance . For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years in order to meet the relevant security clearance. Further information on the vetting process can be found at National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK If you have questions regarding this or are unsure if you meet the eligibility criteria, please contact Stage 1 - Sift An initial sift of applications will be carried out to create a shortlist. This will be based on the evidence provided for the following Success Profile elements: Experience Your CV will be used to assess your suitability for the role and Your 750 word Personal statement will demonstrate your Experience against the listed person specification/essential criteria Stage 2 - Virtual Interview If successful at sift you will be invited to attend a Virtual interview via Teams where you will be assessed against the Experience success profile, If successful you will then be invited to an in person interview Specific information regarding the Success Profile elements that will be assessed at interview will be contained within the interview invitation. Stage 3 - In person Interviews If invited to interview Behaviours based questioning will be used. Specific information regarding the Success Profile elements that will be assessed at interview will be contained within the interview invitation. Stage 3 Interviews for this role will be carried out in person at our Newport Office. This recruitment campaign will keep a reserve list for 12 months. If you meet the requirements for this role but aren't offered after passing the interview, you'll be placed on the reserve list. If a suitable position opens up during this time, we will reach out to individuals in merit order. Applicants to note: CVs sent direct to the IPO will not be accepted. There may be important information contained within the job role profile candidates may also wish to refer to. We recommend candidates download and save a copy of the role profile for reference. This post is being advertised to Internal , across Government and external candidates at the same time. Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted or considered. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. We do not routinely reimburse travel expenses for candidates, however if participating in the selection process would cause you undue financial hardship or if it restricts your ability to participate, please contact the recruitment team for more information. In line with Government guidance, successfully appointed candidates will need to provide documents for our Right to Work checks. Information on this will be sent within the invite to interview text. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, then please let the recruitment team know via; Please be aware that only one application per candidate is permitted for each recruitment campaign. Multiple applications, including those made using different accounts, may result in your application being withdrawn or rejected at any stage of the process. For more information on the IPO's terms and conditions, please review the attached IPO Modernised Terms and Conditions document attached at the bottom of this advert. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) . See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window), • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) .

Electrician Culham, Oxfordshire, OX14 (Full-Time On-Site) £28/hour (Umbrella) or £20.40/hour (PAYE) 12 months contract The Role We are looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician to join a long-term project at a major site in Culham. You will play a key role in delivering electrical installations, commissioning, maintenance, and fault-finding across a busy and safety-critical industrial environment. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to lead installation work and support junior team members. Key Responsibilities Carry out electrical installations in line with current regulations Work on distribution systems, control equipment and electrical infrastructure Perform testing, commissioning and fault-finding Build, wire and commission electrical control panels/cubicles Lead installation activities and support or supervise less experienced electricians Ensure all work follows safe systems of work and site procedures Work across multiple projects, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines Essential Requirements To be considered, you must have: City & Guilds 2357 (AM2) or equivalent 18th Edition (BS 7671) City & Guilds 2395 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent) Experience in an industrial or commercial environment Strong skills in: Installation Commissioning Fault-finding Maintenance & repair Ability to work safely following written safe systems of work For a confidential chat about the role or take home rate, please call (0 7 7 1 7 3 0 6 8 4 0 3) or email m e l l I s s a . v o o n g @ v I t a l .co .uk The partnering concept promoted by Vital means t @hat we work together with candidates and clients to achieve your career and recruitment objectives. For clients the result is cost effective, culture-compatible solutions that make staff selection, recruitment, and retention far easier. For candidates it means a personal and professional relationship that will help you through every stage of obtaining your ideal job and pursuing your career goals. Our commitment to both candidates and clients is equalled only by our professionalism and dedication to providing the best possible service. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you an Architect looking to expand your experience within the Heritage and Conservation sector whilst also maintaining a blend of work on exciting contemporary projects? Join an internationally renowned practice currently delivering high-profile projects from their Oxford base! This award‑winning multidisciplinary practice based in Oxford city centre, deliver high‑profile, multi‑million‑pound projects across a range of sectors which includes Education, Laboratory, Student Accommodation projects alongside a significant offering within Heritage and Conservation - working on some of the UK’s most loved buildings! This is a brilliant opportunity for ambitious Architects with a passion for Heritage architecture, who also love to mix things up with modern innovative schemes, to secure a role that would see you take the lead on an enviable assortment of exciting projects. Although part of the scope of projects that you will operate upon in this role will fall within the Conservation and Heritage sector, it is not a pre-requisite for the incoming Architect to be AABC accredited – opening this opportunity up to Architects who possess a keen interest in the sector but have maybe not pursued that specific qualification. We are looking for an Architect who is comfortable working across both existing and new fabric—able to navigate heritage constraints while contributing to clear, contemporary design responses. Why This Firm? Over 20 years’ international and UK experience with a strong track record of design excellence and industry awards. A healthy pipeline of prestigious projects means long‑term stability and exciting briefs. A friendly, collaborative studio culture where senior staff actively mentor and support development. Role Responsibilities: Lead or support design and technical delivery on complex, adaptive reuse and new-build projects. Coordinate with consultants and clients across project stages. Contribute to design excellence, detailing and quality control. Mentor junior staff and help shape studio processes. Requirements: Essential ARB or RIBA Chartered Architect Min 5 years UK industry experience Strong portfolio showing relevant sector experience i.e. Higher Education, Cultural, Laboratory, Student Accommodation, Heritage, Conservation and Listed Building projects – including site experience Excellent communication and teamworking skills. Desirable ArchiCAD proficiency highly desirable. Revit skills also sought after. Passion for design, technical rigour and a desire to grow within a collaborative studio. Why apply: Work on award‑winning, high‑profile projects in and around Oxford & the South of England - you’ll be working on schemes that make a real impact. Genuine career development in a supportive, close‑knit team. Central Oxford city centre studio with an enviable project pipeline. A role where ambition is noticed and rewarded. Salary between £40k-£48k on offer. How to apply: If you’re an Architect who wants to work on notable projects and thrive in a studio that supports ambition, apply today to avoid disappointment. For more details contact Joey Waller, Conrad Consulting — (phone number removed) or simply apply to this advert with your CV and portfolio for consideration

Please note this is a training programme with career placement and fees apply If you are looking to progress a career in computer programming or web development, then this training and placement programme is made for you? Skills shortages in the IT sector are driving the need for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers. All you need is a desire to work hard and invest some time and money in yourself to build the foundations for a new career. We help you start your career journey in programming by firstly ensuring you have the necessary industry recognised certifications and skills required to build a career. We ensure you market yourself properly through a structured career driven cv and LinkedIn profile highlighting your skills, any experience, and relevant transferable skills from other roles. Finally, our tutors will help you create a credible portfolio to demonstrate your skills and abilities to potential new employers. We have many years of experience in helping graduates find their first roles in top UK companies and organisations who need to employ entry-level qualified programming staff that can hit the ground running with up-to-date skills gained from this programme. The programme is specifically designed for individuals with none or limited experience but a real desire to start a career. Therefore, please do not apply if you are already an experienced programmer. Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in as little as a few weeks or a few months (see steps 1 to 4 below). Study timings are approximate and assume you can study for a minimum 5 hours per week. Training times will be reduced if you are able to invest more time each week. Stage 1 – Learn HTML and CSS (up to 12 weeks) The first step is completing a selection of professional and industry-recognised courses. We have carefully selected these courses to give you the most out of both your learning and employment journey. HTML Essentials (up to 6 weeks) CSS Essentials (up to weeks) Training is delivered through multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes using an online portal enabling you to study online from anywhere you choose. You will also be assigned an expert tutor and a support mentor who will work with you 1-2-1 or in group sessions to provide additional training and support. Once the HTML & CSS courses are complete, your trainer will move you forward to the next stage. Stage 2 – Additional Online Training (up to 12 weeks) The second step includes a selection of more advanced courses to get you up to speed for what is required and relevant for many entry level programming roles and help you get a step ahead. Learn the Command Line (1.5 weeks) Learn Git & GitHub (1.5 weeks) Learn JavaScript (1.5 weeks) Learn Python 3 (1.5 weeks) JavaScript forms the foundation of almost everything you see on the Internet. Therefore, this is an essential addition language in building your programming and development foundation. Python is a highly versatile programming language and due to its relatively “easy to understand” commands now one of the most common programming languages used. You can use it for both small and complex tasks, and it is used across many different industries broadening your scope of opportunity. Step 3 - Building a Portfolio Website Project (1 week) Your tutor will provide you with some exercises and guidelines to help you build your own personalised portfolio. Having a strong portfolio to which demonstrates and showcases your range of skills and ability is essential within a programming career. In addition, we will now provide additional Study Courses for your continued development and broadening of your skills. Completion of these course is voluntary but recommended. AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Step 4 – Entry Level Coding placement We will now work with you to help you secure your first role in a role utilising your new skills in a coding, programming, or web development role. There are many entry level roles where your newly learned skills can be applied meaning a vast array of opportunities are now available to you. Examples of some of these are listed below: - Junior Developer Website Support Developer Junior Web Developer Content Editor Wordpress Developer Junior Software Developer Junior Front or Back End Development Development Support We have been helping career changers and new career seekers gain new careers since 2009 and we are a CompTIA Gold Partner, accredited by the BCS (Chartered Institute of IT/ British Computer Society) to ensure we provide the highest levels of training. We also have a 4.9 Trustpilot rating and numerous testimonials available on our website. Our money back Job Guarantee Due to our success and confidence in the results we deliver, and the skills shortage for entry-level coding staff we guarantee you will secure a job upon completion of your study programme, or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. This is subject to our terms of learning/ terms of business. Qualification for this programme? To ensure we maintain a high level of support for our candidates, we limit spaces to this programme. Apply before the deadline and one of our consultants will speak with you to check your eligibility for the programme

Data Scientist Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career as a Data Scientist. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Data Science Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee within 20 miles of your location upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part-time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, you can be placed into your first role in as little as 6-12 months: Step 1 - Full Data Science Career Training You will begin your data science journey by studying a selection of industry-recognized courses that will take you from beginner level all the way through to being qualified to work in a junior Data Scientist role. Through the interactive courses, you will gain knowledge in Python, R, Machine Learning, AI, and much more. You will also complete mini projects to gain practical experience and test your skills while you study. This step will fully prepare you for the professional projects that you will undertake in step 4 of this process. At the end of this step, you will complete a short online multiple-choice exam to showcase your understanding of the courses before moving on to step 2. Step 2 - CompTIA Data+ CompTIA Data+ is an early-career data analytics certification for professionals tasked with developing and promoting data-driven business decision-making. It teaches Data Mining, Visualization, Data Governance & Data Analytics. In any industry, gaining official certifications is very important in the recruitment process. Therefore, this globally recognized certification will enhance your CV and make you stand out from the crowd. Step 3 - Official Exam The CompTIA Data+ exam will certify that you have knowledge and skills required to transform business requirements in support of data-driven decisions through mining and manipulating data, applying basic statistical methods, and analysing complex datasets while adhering to governance and quality standards. The exam is 90 minutes long and can be sat either in your local testing centre or online. Step 4 - Practical Projects Now that you have completed your theory training and official exams, you will be assigned 2 practical projects by your tutor. The projects are the most important part of the traineeship as it will showcase to employers that you have skills required to work in a data science role. The projects will use real world scenarios where you be utilising all of the skill that you have learned. Whilst you are progressing through the projects, you will have the ongoing support from your personal tutor. Once both projects have been completed and given the final sign off, you will have completed the traineeship and will be ready to move onto the recruitment stage. Your Data Science Role Once you have completed all of the mandatory training, which includes the online courses, practical projects and building your own portfolio, we will place you into a Data Scientist role, where you will be guaranteed a great starting salary. We have partnered with a number of large organisations strategically located throughout the UK, providing a nationwide reach of jobs for our candidates. At a one off cost of £1495, or a deposit of £212 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £148, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in data science? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. ‘Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

The Store Hotel is a lifestyle luxury hotel set in the heart of Oxford. We sit in the building of the historic department store and Oxford institution, Boswells. Our 101-bedroom hotel will delight guests with a sense of curiosity and wonder, reflecting the rich heritage of the buildings former life. At The Store, Oxford, we dont just offer jobs we offer careers that inspire! Were passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences, and were looking for a warm, proactive, and service-driven professional to help us continue raising the bar. Our growing team is already full of dedicated and passionate professionals working hard to see The Store bring a new and refreshed lifestyle luxury hotel experience to the city of Oxford. Untraditionally British, you can expect the unexpected at our restaurant, Treadwell. Our restaurant plays with locally sourced produce and the diverse influences that shape Oxford. It is incredibly British, but perhaps not as people have experienced before. To act as the second-in-command to the Head Chef, leading the kitchen team in delivering exceptional food quality, consistency, and service standards. The Senior Sous Chef plays a key role in kitchen management, team development, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in the overall management of the kitchen operation Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food consistently Take full responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chefs absence Manage and oversee all sections during service to ensure smooth operations Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs and kitchen staff Ensure all dishes meet presentation, quality, and portion standards Assist with menu planning, development, and seasonal changes Control food costs, waste, and stock levels effectively Oversee ordering, stock rotation, and supplier relationships Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and compliance Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment High attention to detail and passion for food quality Good financial awareness (GP, cost control, waste management) Strong communication and organisational skills Qualifications Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 preferred) Relevant culinary qualifications (desirable) Benefits £45,000 plus none contractual service charge (£50,000 estimated on target earnings) Meals on duty Ongoing training provided - both in house and external Apprenticeships Career progression and development - we invest in our people Royal Cars taxis 50% discount for our people to and from work Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 for general referrals and £500 if you refer a chef) Review bonus and scheme (£50, £100, £200, E Bike's, Smart TV's and International overnight stays for 50 reviews plus) Access to Wagestream 25% off treatments in our spa and 50% off products Discount on rooms and food and beverage Hospitality Rewards: access to health and wellbeing benefits and perks for everyone (high street discount, restaurants, and Employee Assistance) Opportunities to win raffle prizes Exceptional induction game and programme - this is the most fun you will have on your induction day that we promise! Brand pillars - we have four pillars that we live and breathe everyday! Opportunities to socialise and celebrate big moment together - birthdays, work anniversaries and big life moments! Team Awards and socials Fundraising initiatives - we support the community and like to give back, in 2023, 2024 and 2025 we walked for wellbeing supporting Hospitality Action. Go green - come and work with a company that are committed to creating a greener planet, by looking at how we can reduce our carbon footprint - we have a green team who ensure we are on track, come and play your part in that. Weve got 4Brand Pillarsthat will also help you thrive: Legacy- The Store celebrates its rich history as a beloved department store, in the heart of Oxford, and pays tribute to the buildings past by carrying forward a legacy of enchanting guests with a sense of delight and wonder. Discovery- Like its predecessor, The Store is a place of discovery, offering a myriad of spaces to explore and uncover, from the luxurious spa to its diverse range of dining experiences, window displays and seasonal pop-ups. Innovation -The Store is more than just a hotel its a hub of innovation and change that constantly seeks to improve the guest experience through varying design, evolving installations and innovative food, drink and services. Community -As a former pillar of the community, The Store remains committed to supporting and engaging with the local community through various initiatives and events that bring people together. At The Store, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, dynamic, and nurturing culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents our four brand pillars: Legacy, Discovery, Innovation and Community including all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. TPBN1_UKCT

The Store Hotel is a lifestyle luxury hotel set in the heart of Oxford. We sit in the building of the historic department store and Oxford institution, Boswells. Our 101-bedroom hotel will delight guests with a sense of curiosity and wonder, reflecting the rich heritage of the buildings former life. Untraditionally British, you can expect the unexpected at our restaurant, Treadwell. Our restaurant plays with locally sourced produce and the diverse influences that shape Oxford. It is incredibly British, but perhaps not as people have experienced before. Salary: £45,000£50,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus non contractual service charge. We are looking for an exceptional and passionate Pastry Chef to lead our pastry offering. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual with creativity, precision, and a genuine love for pastry to join a dynamic kitchen team and play a key role in delivering memorable guest experiences. You will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef with designing, producing, and continuously developing high-quality desserts, pastries, breads, and sweet offerings across our restaurant, ensuring consistency, innovation, and excellence in every detail. Supporting the wider kitchen operation beyond pastry, including leading main kitchen service when required. Deputise for the Head Chef in their absence, overseeing kitchen operations, service standards, team management, and food quality across all sections. Maintain a hands-on approach within the kitchen and contribute to broader menu development and operational delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the pastry section and oversee all day-to-day pastry operations. Create and develop seasonal dessert menus, breads, and baked goods. Ensure all pastry dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standards. Manage ordering, stock control, and food cost within budget targets. Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards. Train, mentor, and inspire junior chefs. Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams. Drive innovation and bring fresh ideas to enhance the guest experience. Monitor quality, consistency, and portion control across all pastry outputs. Support with menu tastings, special events, and business initiatives. What Were Looking For Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Sous Chef in a high-quality restaurant, hotel, or luxury hospitality environment. Strong technical pastry skills. Creative flair with a passion for seasonal ingredients and contemporary presentation. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance. Leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate a team. Calm under pressure with a positive and proactive attitude. Benefits Meals on duty Ongoing training provided - both in house and external Apprenticeships Career progression and development - we invest in our people Royal Cars taxis 50% discount for our people to and from work Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 for general referrals and £500 if you refer a chef) Review bonus and scheme (£50, £100, £200, E Bike's, Smart TV's and International overnight stays for 50 reviews plus) Access to Wagestream 25% off treatments in our spa and 50% off products Discount on rooms and food and beverage Hospitality Rewards: access to health and wellbeing benefits and perks for everyone (high street discount, restaurants, and Employee Assistance) Opportunities to win raffle prizes Exceptional induction game and programme - this is the most fun you will have on your induction day that we promise! Brand pillars - we have four pillars that we live and breathe everyday! Opportunities to socialise and celebrate big moment together - birthdays, work anniversaries and big life moments! Team Awards and socials Fundraising initiatives - we support the community and like to give back, in 2023, 2024 and 2025 we walked for wellbeing supporting Hospitality Action. Go green - come and work with a company that are committed to creating a greener planet, by looking at how we can reduce our carbon footprint - we have a green team who ensure we are on track, come and play your part in that. Weve got 4Brand Pillarsthat will also help you thrive: Legacy- The Store celebrates its rich history as a beloved department store, in the heart of Oxford, and pays tribute to the buildings past by carrying forward a legacy of enchanting guests with a sense of delight and wonder. Discovery- Like its predecessor, The Store is a place of discovery, offering a myriad of spaces to explore and uncover, from the luxurious spa to its diverse range of dining experiences, window displays and seasonal pop-ups. Innovation -The Store is more than just a hotel its a hub of innovation and change that constantly seeks to improve the guest experience through varying design, evolving installations and innovative food, drink and services. Community -As a former pillar of the community, The Store remains committed to supporting and engaging with the local community through various initiatives and events that bring people together. At The Store, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, dynamic, and nurturing culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents our four brand pillars: Legacy, Discovery, Innovation and Community including all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. TPBN1_UKCT

Senior ECU & Electronics Hardware Engineer Advanced EV, Battery & Powertrain Systems Overview We are recruiting a Senior ECU & Electronics Hardware Engineer to join a established engineering organisation developing next-generation electric powertrain and battery technologies. This role sits at the intersection of advanced EV systems and motorsport-pace engineering, delivering real hardware into real testing and deployment environments. This is not a software-only or late-stage production role. You will design, build, test and own ECU-level hardware used within battery management systems, powertrain control and supervisory electronics. The work is hands-on, technically demanding and safety-critical, supported by long-term investment and organisational scale. The Role You will take end-to-end ownership of ECU and electronic control hardware, from early concept and architecture through schematic, PCB design, bring-up, validation and production release. Alongside hardware delivery, you will play a key role in developing and supporting Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems used to validate EV battery and powertrain architectures. The environment is fast-paced and prototype-led, but with the structure, funding and stability of a major global engineering organisation. Engineers in this team work closely with firmware, software, systems and test teams to deliver robust, high-performance solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead ECU and electronic hardware design from concept through to production Design mixed-signal, safety-critical control and interface boards Perform circuit design, simulation, schematic capture and PCB layout oversight Own board bring-up, debugging and fault diagnosis using lab equipment Develop, support and debug ECU-connected HIL rigs Support battery, powertrain and control hardware during lab, rig and test activities Apply high-voltage-aware design principles, including isolation, creepage and clearance Select components with consideration for EMC, thermal and reliability requirements Define and execute hardware test strategies, including EVT, DVT and PVT Work closely with embedded firmware and software engineers to deliver integrated systems Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of team processes Technical Requirements ECU & Electronics Hardware Proven experience designing ECU-level electronics hardware Mixed-signal, safety-critical board design experience End-to-end ownership from schematic through PCB and validation Strong hands-on lab capability; comfortable debugging your own designs EV, Battery & Powertrain Systems Experience with BMS hardware, battery control units or EV powertrain electronics Understanding of HV battery systems, charging and power electronics Exposure to high-voltage PCB design practices Tools & Practical Skills PCB design experience using Altium, Cadence, Zuken or Mentor Confident use of oscilloscopes, logic analysers and bench equipment Practical soldering, rework and prototype modification skills Embedded & ECU Interfaces Experience working with microcontrollers or processors Communications: CAN, SPI, ISO-SPI, IC, UART CAN bus design, termination and EMI mitigation Safety, Quality & Standards Understanding of EMC and EMI mitigation Grounding strategies and transient protection Familiarity with functional safety principles Experience applying DFMEA and hardware verification methods Exposure to automotive or motorsport-grade design standards Ideal Background Automotive, EV, motorsport or advanced engineering environments Prototype-heavy, fast-moving programmes Experience delivering hardware against demanding technical schedules Seniority Expectations Leads designs end-to-end with minimal supervision Comfortable making architectural and technical trade-offs Drives design reviews and delivery timelines Acts as a mentor and technical reference for others Takes ownership for outcomes, not just tasks Package & Benefits (UK) Competitive base salary: £60,000-£70,000 (higher for Lead/Principal profiles) Annual bonus scheme Pension with strong employer contribution, increasing with service Share / SIP scheme Private medical insurance and health cash plan Life assurance and income protection Free on-site gym and discounted national memberships Electric car salary sacrifice scheme 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy additional days Working Pattern Predominantly on-site role due to lab, rig and prototype requirements Typically 4-5 days on site, with limited flexibility for remote design or admin work Occasional extended hours aligned to testing or integration milestones Minimal travel, primarily UK-based test facilities Why This Role This position offers genuine ECU hardware ownership, advanced EV and battery exposure, and the pace of motorsport engineering combined with long-term stability and investment. It is suited to engineers who want to design, touch, test and improve real hardware - not manage it at arm's length. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit TPBN1_UKTJ

Junior Legal PA Oxford An established and highly respected law firm is seeking a Junior Legal PA to join their Oxford office, supporting senior lawyers within a busy and collaborative legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for somebody with previous legal support or professional services administration experience who is looking to further develop their career within a prestigious legal environment. The firm is known for its supportive culture, strong staff retention, and investment in training and development. The successful Junior Legal PA will provide high-level organisational and administrative support, ensuring fee earners are able to operate efficiently within a demanding and client-focused environment. The Junior Legal PA's role: Diary management and scheduling meetings for fee earners Preparing, amending, and formatting legal documentation and correspondence Coordinating travel arrangements and meeting logistics Assisting with billing, expenses, and time recording Supporting client onboarding and file opening processes Managing inboxes and ensuring timely responses to enquiries Liaising with clients and internal departments professionally Supporting wider team administration where required The successful Junior Legal PA will have: Previous experience within a legal or professional services environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organisational and time management abilities High attention to detail and accuracy Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office Positive, professional, and team-focused approach In Return? Competitive salary package Excellent training and career development Friendly and supportive working culture Hybrid working opportunities Opportunity to join a highly regarded legal practice

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a new challenge? Our client is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse to join their dynamic Surgical Ward Team in Oxfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a reputable healthcare provider that values high-quality clinical care and patient safety. With a competitive salary ranging from £36,000 to £39,000 plus enhancements, this role offers a great package including private medical cover and flexible shift patterns. You'll also benefit from 25 days of leave plus bank holidays, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Our client is a leading private healthcare provider with over 50 years of expertise in delivering high-quality medical care. They specialise in a wide range of treatments, including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, general surgery, cosmetic surgery, and diagnostics. They are at the forefront of independent hospital services, committed to patient-centered care and clinical excellence. The Senior Staff Nurse will play a crucial role in the Surgical Ward Team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality clinical outcomes. Deliver exceptional clinical care while maintaining patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality. Support and mentor junior staff, enhancing the team's skills and knowledge. Work effectively under pressure in a busy department. Demonstrate excellent IT and communication skills. Take on additional roles and extended skills to improve patient care.Package and Benefits: The Senior Staff Nurse role comes with a comprehensive package: Annual salary of £36,000 - £39,000 plus enhancements 25 days leave plus bank holidays. Private pension scheme with up to 5% matching after a qualifying period. Private medical cover with options to add partner and dependants. Free training and development opportunitiesThe ideal Senior Staff Nurse will have: A registered nursing qualification and NMC registration. Experience as a Staff Nurse or Senior Staff Nurse in a ward department. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing business needs. Proven customer service and computer skills. Evidence of continued professional development.If you're a Registered Nurse, Ward Nurse, Clinical Nurse, Charge Nurse, or Nursing Officer, this Senior Staff Nurse position could be the perfect fit for you. Your experience and skills will be highly valued in this role. Join a leading healthcare provider and make a real difference as a Senior Staff Nurse. If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply now and become part of a team dedicated to delivering the best patient care. Call Clara on (phone number removed) for more information

Are you an Architect looking to expand your experience within the Heritage and Conservation sector? Join an internationally renowned practice currently delivering high-profile heritage projects from their Oxford base! This award‑winning multidisciplinary practice based in Oxford city centre, deliver high‑profile, multi‑million‑pound projects across a range of sectors which also includes a significant offering within Heritage and Conservation - working on some of the UK’s most loved buildings! This is a brilliant opportunity for ambitious Architects with a passion for Heritage architecture to secure a role that would see you take the lead on projects that merge creative contemporary design with historic fabric. Although it would be ideal for the prospective Architect to be AABC registered it is not essential for that to be the case – as long as you have strong experience with Heritage and Listed Buildings you will be able to make a success of this role! Why This Firm? Over 20 years’ international and UK experience with a strong track record of design excellence and industry awards. A healthy pipeline of prestigious projects means long‑term stability and exciting briefs. A friendly, collaborative studio culture where senior staff actively mentor and support development. Role Responsibilities: Lead or support design and technical delivery on complex projects. Coordinate with consultants and clients across project stages. Contribute to design excellence, detailing and quality control. Carry out condition surveys, conducted heritage mapping and investigation Mentor junior staff and help shape studio processes. Requirements: Essential ARB or RIBA Chartered Architect Min 5 years UK industry experience Strong portfolio showing relevant Heritage, Conservation and Listed Building sector experience – including site experience Excellent communication and teamworking skills. Desirable ArchiCAD proficiency highly desirable. Revit skills also sought after. AABC registered – not essential Passion for design, technical rigour and a desire to grow within a collaborative studio. Why apply: Work on award‑winning, high‑profile projects in and around Oxford & the South of England - you’ll be working on schemes that make a real impact. Genuine career development in a supportive, close‑knit team. Central Oxford city centre studio with an enviable project pipeline. A role where ambition is noticed and rewarded. Salary between £40k-£45k on offer. How to apply: If you’re an Architect who wants to work on notable, heritage projects and thrive in a studio that supports ambition, apply today to avoid disappointment. For more details contact Joey Waller, Conrad Consulting — (phone number removed) or simply apply to this advert with your CV and portfolio for consideration

Sous Chef Oxfordshire Luxury Hotel & Restaurant We are recruiting a Sous Chef to join the talented brigade at a stunning luxury hotel and restaurant venue in Oxfordshire, offering an exciting opportunity within one of the UKs most unique and vibrant hospitality groups. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require Sponsorship please do not apply, thank you. This stylish and award-winning property is renowned for its luxurious accommodation, distinctive design, and exceptional dining experiences. Home to an acclaimed restaurant focusing on seasonal British cuisine, the kitchen champions outstanding local produce, rare breed meats, and bold, refined flavours. The restaurant combines high-quality cooking with an energetic and ambitious atmosphere, making it an excellent environment for chefs who are passionate about fresh food, creativity, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Benefits: On target earnings of £45,000 to £50,000 per annum Excellent training and career development opportunities 50% discount on food and drink 50% discount on overnight stays Free annual overnight stay within the group Staff rewards and recognition schemes Additional day off for your birthday Extra holiday entitlement for long service Company pension scheme Hospitality rewards and benefits platform As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping lead the brigade while maintaining exceptional standards across all services. This role would suit either a strong Junior Sous Chef looking to progress or an experienced Sous Chef seeking a fresh challenge within a high-quality and ambitious kitchen environment. Duties: Support the Head Chef with all kitchen operations Assist with menu development using seasonal and sustainable ingredients Lead and inspire the brigade during service Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency Ensure excellent hygiene and food safety standards Monitor stock control, ordering, and kitchen efficiency Work closely with front of house teams to ensure seamless service Support training and development within the brigade You will be a passionate and organised chef with a strong fresh food background and the ability to thrive within a busy, quality-driven kitchen. Experience within high-end restaurants, luxury hotels, or premium dining environments would be highly beneficial. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Sous Chef to join a unique hospitality business where creativity, personality, and high standards go hand in hand. Due to the number of applicants received, unfortunately we are unable to reply individually to each. Should your application be suitable for the role, then you'll hear from us within 48 hours, thank you. TPBN1_UKCT

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