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Corporate Account Manager Location: Flexible, hybrid working position | Business Area: Corporate Sales We’re looking for a driven and results-oriented Corporate Account Manager to join our expanding Corporate Sales team, with a sharp focus on new business acquisition and hunting for new logo customers. Reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Sales, this role is ideal for a natural sales hunter who thrives on identifying, engaging, and converting new business opportunities. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth by building relationships with UK-based business clients, generating new leads, and closing high-value deals. “a great place to work, a great place to be a customer” Responsibilities, not limited to: • Drive new business sales across specialist service areas including Voice, Data, Cybersecurity, ICT, Cloud Telephony, and Network solutions., • Proactively create and convert opportunities for the full Chess product portfolio, aligned with our strategic growth objectives., • Identify and win new logo clients within targeted customer profiles, delivering consistent new business success., • Build and nurture strategic client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and key interface between the customer and Chess ICT., • Deliver tailored, accurate proposals that reflect customer needs, business goals, and technical requirements., • Confidently present solutions to stakeholders at all levels, from operational teams to board-level decision-makers., • Understand and manage complex project opportunities, including timelines, milestones, and delivery expectations., • Conduct in-depth client profiling to uncover strategic objectives and align IT solutions with business vision., • Translate corporate strategy into technology solutions, demonstrating clear ROI and business impact., • Collaborate closely with technical architects to shape and deliver compelling, scalable solutions., • Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual profit targets, contributing to overall team success., • Act as a mentor and role model within the sales team, sharing best practices and supporting team development., • Maintain strong knowledge of enterprise and infrastructure architecture, staying ahead of industry trends and innovations. The Candidate: • Ideally, you will have a firm grasp of the Telecoms industry and have strong knowledge and awareness of Chess’s product portfolio., • Active UK Drivers License and access to a vehicle., • Excellent communication skills at all levels., • Customer facing and presentation skills., • Strong negotiation skills and experience., • Active listening and open-questioning skills., • Avid commercial and market awareness., • Great numeracy and literacy skills., • Training/mentoring/coaching experience., • Self-driven, works on one’s own initiative., • Creative – makes opportunities happen with your own ideas., • Ability to work under pressure. Your Benefits at Chess: We care about your health, wellbeing, and career. Here's what you'll enjoy: • Private healthcare (free after 1 year), • Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks, • Mental health support from trained First Aiders, • Hybrid working support with a home office allowance, • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year, • Perkbox discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, and more, • Points-based rewards from year 2, • Charity donation matching (up to £100), • Recognition platform to celebrate your wins, • EE SIM offers for you and your family, • £1000 referral bonus, • Learn 2 Earn scheme to boost your salary, • Team socials and celebrations, • Bespoke onboarding and leadership training, • Dedicated Culture Team to support you Working Hours & Location: A standard week is 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday. This is a flexible hybrid role, requiring attendance at our Alderley Edge hub once a month for team collaboration and engagement, along with travel to customers as and when required. These visits will be scheduled with reasonable notice and are considered an essential part of your role to support collaboration, customer engagement, and team alignment. Why Join Chess? Chess is one of the UK's leading independent and trusted technology service providers, employing over 280 skilled people across the UK, supporting over 18,000 UK businesses. Diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of our Chess culture, and we are passionate about our One Team spirit. We're extremely proud that our people voted us No.1 in 'The 100 Best Companies to Work for' list 2018, and we continue to celebrate more than 17 years in the top 100. Our continued focus on growth creates opportunity for everyone to progress their career, to develop knowledge and skills, to gain reward and recognition and to maximise their potential. The growth and success of our people ensures the growth and success of our business. We believe that "if you're not growing, we're not growing." Equal Opportunities Statement At Chess ICT, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We want to make sure everyone has a fair chance and opportunity throughout the application process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please feel comfortable reaching out to our recruitment team so we can support you.

COMPANY PROFILE Econic Technologies is a UK-based carbon-to-value company and pioneer in the utilisation of carbon dioxide (CO2) as a valuable raw material for the manufacture of polymers used in a wide range of everyday, necessary products. Econic’s patented catalyst and process technology replaces up to 50% of existing oil-based feedstock with captured CO2 in the production of polymers with applicability in a broad range of markets. The company will first incorporate CO2 into polyurethane used as foams for mattresses and insulation, as well as coatings and adhesives. This will be followed by CO2 based surfactants used in water based formulated products such as cleaners, personal care and industrial products. These applications currently use millions of tonnes of fossil oil-based raw materials per year. Econic’s technology uses CO2, that would otherwise be emitted to the atmosphere or stored for generations. The technology offers commercial, environmental and performance benefits across the value chain. Econic was founded in 2011 by Prof. Charlotte Williams, at Imperial College London. The company operates globally from Alderley Park, near Manchester, UK and its state-of-the-art customer demonstration facility in Runcorn, UK. We currently have a team of over 40 talented individuals which includes Scientists, Engineers and Commercial staff. JOB DESCRIPTION (OVERVIEW) The PU Lead will work with the scientific team to support the development of Econic’s novel processes and products. The focus of this role will the development and production of polycarbonate ether polyols by homogeneous catalysis, and the application and testing of such polyols to functionalised products such as polyurethanes. We are looking for a colleague with experience of polymerisation catalysis, polymer characterisation and application testing. Exposure to pressurised reactor systems is advantageous. Technical project management experience is welcome. Working within our highly innovative team in Alderley Edge, you will thrive on innovation and delivery. You will need to be hands-on and able to work independently, adaptable to ideas and change, resourceful and self-motivated. ACCOUNTABILITY PERFORMANCE MEASURES Safety • Support Econic’s excellent safety culture, including timely reporting of all safety incidents and learning events., • Designs work plans to meet Econic’s goals and priorities, • Carries out and leads excellent quality research, thought carefully planned and executed experiments, • Delivers clear and accurate reports and maintains well documented data, • Develops effective working relationships both within Econic, and with our network of suppliers and customers SKILLS / COMPETENCIES / EXPERIENCE • BSc in Chemistry is essential, PhD is advantageous but not mandatory., • At least 3 years of industrial experience is essential - across catalysis, polymers, polyols, or poly(urethanes), • Experience of homogeneous catalysis and kinetics is advantageous, • Experience of pressure reactors is advantageous, • Experience of project leadership is highly advantageous, • Capable of interpreting routine analysis methods such as NMR, IR, UV-Vis spectroscopy, GPC, and HPLC, • Excellent numeracy and literacy, and computer literacy., • Proficiency in key MS Office programs (Excel, word) is essential, • Ability to work independently with good problem-solving skills, • Flexible approach with excellent communication skills, • Able to develop effective relationships with others TASKS • Designs technical programs to meet business needs, • Supervises the execution of the above, to agreed timelines, • Lead the optimisation of polymerisation reactions suitable for industrial production, • Lead the extension of polymer products through application demonstration in a variety of potential fields e.g. foams, coatings, elastomers, adhesives, • Assist the technical transfer of process to partner manufacturing sites, • Record all work and outcomes in a clear, organised and comprehensive manner, • Effectively communicate outcomes with relevant stakeholders Task list is not exhaustive and may be subject to change. APPLICATION INFORMATION Important Eligibility Information Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, to be considered, candidates MUST ALREADY have the right to live and work in the UK. Health & Safety Requirements Successful candidates must be able to meet the necessary health and safety requirements to carry out the duties safely and effectively. Reasonable adjustments will be considered in line with our commitment to inclusivity and workplace safety. Diversity & Inclusion at Econic Technologies At Econic Technologies, we value diversity, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals who meet the requirements of the role, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Information Regarding Your Application By submitting your application, you consent to Econic Technologies holding and processing your personal data for recruitment purposes, in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Please note that, due to the high volume of applications, we may be unable to acknowledge receipt of each one individually. Recruitment Data Handling Procedure: • Your application and related documentation will be retained solely for recruitment purposes;, • Unsuccessful applicants’ data will be securely stored for up to 12 months after the position has been filled, after which it will be deleted;, • Documentation for successful candidates will be retained in accordance with Econic Technologies’ Internal Personal Data Policy. If you would like your personal data to be removed from our records before the 12-month retention period ends, please contact our Data Protection Manager by emailing with the subject line “Personal Information Removal Request,” or by writing to: Econic Technologies Ltd Block 19S, Alderley Park Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 4TG Please apply through the LinkedIn platform. The deadline for initial applications is end May 2026 – although this may be amended as required. TERMS & CONDITIONS Salary: • £Competitive - Dependant on experience Benefits: • 28 Days Annual Leave & Public Bank Holidays, • Casual Dress Code, • Company Pension Scheme (Salary Sacrifice Optional), • Free On-Site Parking, • Private Medical Insurance (after successful completion of probation period), • Life Insurance, • Enhanced Company Sick Pay, • Employee Share Ownership Programme (ESOP) Work Hours / Shift pattern: • 37.5 Hours Per Week - Monday to Friday (days)

KS2 Teacher Location: Stockport, SK7 Contract: Temporary, D2D, Short-, Long-term Salary: £140 – £195 per day Teaching Personnel are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed KS2 Teacher who is ready to lead a class on a short-, medium-, or long-term basis. The ideal candidate will have a child-centred approach, valuing every pupil as an individual and celebrating curiosity, creativity, and a genuine love of learning. In this role, you will be responsible for bringing lessons to life through imaginative and inspiring teaching, using a wide range of engaging stimuli to spark interest and deepen understanding while helping pupils develop strong academic and personal foundations for their future. This position is well suited to both Early Career Teachers seeking their first classroom post and experienced KS2 Teachers searching for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive and nurturing school. Your responsibilities will include planning and delivering high-quality lessons across the KS2 National Curriculum for Years 3 to 6, teaching core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, and supporting pupils in developing literacy, numeracy, and scientific skills. You will be expected to keep accurate records, use assessment information effectively to track progress and prepare pupils for statutory assessments. A key part of the role in...

Assembly Operative Location: Knutsford Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (40 hours per week) The Best Connection are currently recruiting for a Assembly Operative on behalf of our client based in Knutsford. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, being part of a team, and learning new skills within a manufacturing environment. About the Role As a Production Operative, you will be involved in a variety of workshop and production tasks, contributing to the efficient running of operations. Key Responsibilities Assembling components from machined parts Using hand tools such as spanners etc Carrying out basic functional testing Supporting general workshop duties such as packing and dispatch Assisting with additional processes when required Working towards daily production targets as part of a team Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workspace Basic Data entryThis is a varied role where no two days are the same, and you'll play an important part in the overall production process. What We're Looking For Full training will be provided, so previous experience is not essential. However, the ideal candidate will: Have some experience in assembly or a manufacturing environment (advantageous but not required) Be reliable and take pride in their work Comfortable with hand tools PC literate Have a positive attitude and work well as part of a team Be willing to learn and get involved Have basic numeracy, literacy, and communication skillsThe Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Job Specification - Despatch Operative Contract Type: Temporary - ongoing (initial 3 months with potential extension or permanent role depending on business needs) Pay Rate: £13 per hour Shift Pattern: 3-shift Rota - 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm and 10am - 6pm (MUST be happy to do all 3 shifts) PLEASE NOTE AN FLT LICENSE IS ADVANTAGOUS FOR THIS ROLE Job Purpose The Despatch Operative is part of the Supply Chain team and primarily works within the despatch area. The role focuses on ensuring finished goods are packed, handled and despatched safely, accurately, and in line with customer requirements. The role also supports teamwork, high safety and quality standards and may assist in other areas of the business when required. Key Responsibilities Pack and prepare products for UK and export despatch to customer specifications Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently Complete and maintain all despatch documentation, including driver signatures Operate forklifts equipment to required standards Maintain clean, tidy and organised working areas Adhere to all health & safety, quality and environmental procedures Carry out stock control activities and report discrepancies Act as the final quality check before products leave site Liaise with sales, shipping and purchasing teams regarding despatches and packaging Maintain warehouse standards and assist with stock takes as required Key Skills & Competencies Strong health and safety awareness High level of attention to detail and quality focus Good communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good organisation and time management skills Problem-solving mindset Customer-focused approach Experience & Knowledge Essential: Previous warehouse or despatch experience Understanding health and safety requirements Skills & Qualifications Forklift license Basic literacy and numeracy skills Basic computer skills Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

Warehouse Operative - Afternoon Shift (2pm-10pm, Monday to Friday) Location: Poynton Hours: 2:00pm - 10:00pm (Monday-Friday) Weekly Hours: 37.5 Company Overview Our client is a well‑established UK supplier known for delivering high‑quality products to a wide range of customers nationwide. They operate to strict national and international standards and pride themselves on safety, reliability, and exceptional service. They are now looking to expand their warehouse team in Poynton. The Role We are seeking reliable Warehouse Operatives to support the smooth running of day‑to‑day operations. This is a hands‑on role within a busy environment where accuracy, teamwork, and safe working practices are essential. Key Responsibilities Picking and collating customer orders. Loading and unloading vehicles using on‑site lifting equipment (full training provided if required). Supporting general warehouse operations, including stock movement and housekeeping. Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures. Working closely with supervisors and colleagues to meet operational targets. Skills & Experience Required Experience working in a busy or heavy‑duty warehouse environment. Good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. A proactive approach to Health & Safety. Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team. Positive attitude toward training and development. Reliability, professionalism, and pride in the quality of work

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate KS2 Teacher and English Lead to inspire excellence and drive literacy across the school.

An educational charity based in London is looking for a Communications Manager to develop and execute a communications strategy.The role involves creating engaging content across various platforms and building relationships with external partners.Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience

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Literacy Pirates is an educational charity working across the UK to develop the literacy, confidence and perseverance of children who are falling behind in school and have fewer opportunities in their personal lives. We offer in-person and online literacy programmes that support children to meet age

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A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Drama and English Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Merton starting September 2026.The successful candidate will inspire students while delivering creative and high-quality lessons in these subjects.They will benefit from excellent stu

An educational institution in Greater London is seeking a full-time Academic Skills Lecturer to deliver and develop study skills across various higher education programmes.The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, UK lecturing experience, and strong skills in supporting diverse learners.Respo

You will support the SENDCo and collaborate with teachers to enhance literacy and numeracy for students with SEND.

A prominent education provider in Greater London is seeking full-time Study Skills Lecturers to develop and teach essential study skills across various HE programmes.This role requires a Master's degree, UK HE lecturing experience, and a commitment to enhancing adult learning.Responsibilities includ

An educational organization in Greater London is seeking passionate teachers to guide young learners in a fun and engaging environment.Full-time, part-time, and freelance options are available.Responsibilities include delivering interactive lessons, preparing materials, and communicating with parent

A leading educational institution in Marple is seeking a full-time EAP In-sessional Lecturer.You will develop and teach study skills within various HE programs, enhancing English language, numeracy, and critical thinking.Applicants should have a Master's degree and prior lecturing experience in the

A nurturing independent boarding school in Northiam seeks a Head of English and Literacy.

We’re seeking an accomplished Senior Manager – Data, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Agentic Literacy to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-wide literacy programs that transform how our organisation understands and uses data, AI, and agentic systems. You’ll shape and execute the organis

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks a passionate Head of English to lead its dynamic department.This role involves overseeing the English curriculum from IGCSE to A Level and inspiring students through innovative teaching and extracurricular activities.The successful candidate will pos

A modern primary school in Greater London seeks an ambitious KS1 Teacher & Early English Lead to enhance early literacy. Candidates should have Qualified Teacher Status and a strong understanding of early literacy development.

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Study Skills Lecturer to develop and deliver study skills across various higher education programs.The role requires a Master's degree and prior lecturing experience, with flexibility to teach at different times.Employees enjoy

The role involves delivering high-quality lessons across Reception and Year 1, leading phonics and early literacy initiatives, and supporting staff development.

A community-focused organization in Bedford is seeking an Education Specialist to provide academic tutoring in math and literacy.

An educational institution in Thurrock is seeking a qualified, experienced teacher for the position of Deputy Head of English.This role involves leading the subject area, ensuring high standards of teaching, and managing resources effectively.The ideal candidate will hold QTS and have a minimum of o

A prominent educational institution in London is seeking a full-time Study Skills Lecturer to improve students' academic writing and other study skills across various higher education programmes.This role involves designing bespoke courses, delivering evaluations, and providing tutorials to enhance

An educational recruitment agency is looking for a Literacy & Numeracy Intervention Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Greenwich. The role involves delivering structured interventions to enhance literacy and numeracy skills, particularly for pupils with Special Educational Needs.

An educational organization in Greater London is seeking an EAP Pre-sessional Lecturer to develop and teach study skills across various HE programmes.The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree and has experience in UK higher education.Responsibilities include designing courses, delivering teaching,

Literacy Pirates is a literacy charity working to ensure that children who are falling behind in class due to socio-economic disadvantage, develop their reading and writing skills, and confidence and perseverance, so they can succeed at school and beyond. Protect and evolve Literacy Pirates’ value

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A Multi Academy Trust in West Midlands seeks a SEMH Teacher to lead core lessons for Key Stage 3 students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.This full-time, fixed-term role offers a salary range of £32,916 to £51,048.You will support students in mastering vital skills for reintegratio

A literacy support organization is seeking dedicated English Literature students or graduates in the North East of England to aid secondary school pupils with their reading and writing skills. This role provides invaluable experience in education settings, helping students gain confidence in literac

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A leading financial firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior Manager to lead data literacy initiatives and influence strategic decision-making.

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This exciting opportunity is a 3-month contract with the potential for extension, involving leading small group interventions in numeracy and literacy.

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In this role, you will lead initiatives to build AI literacy, enable practical use cases, and embed AI into workflows.