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£13.00 - £13.95 per hour | Full Time contract | AM & PM shifts | 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you’ll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you’ll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You’ll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we’ll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We’re proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there’ll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. • Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles, • Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks, • Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you, • Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, • Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly, • Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store, • Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment, • The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team, • Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation, • Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team, • A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations, • 30-35 days holiday (pro rata), • 10% in-store discount, • Enhanced family leave, • Pension scheme, • Long service awards Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We’ll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We’ll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You’ll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners. You’ll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities • Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm, • Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice, • Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas, • Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: • Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements, • Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area, • Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally, • Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm’s partners and staff, • Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications, • Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters, • Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required, • Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: • Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent, • Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting, • Exhibit a strong working knowledge of:, • IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act, • Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange, • The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas, • Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies, • Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions, • Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario, • Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals, • Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual, • Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 at 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. 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 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. #LI-SS3 #TJ-SS3

Role Overview: 🌈 We’re Opening a Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Binfield! Be Part of Something Amazing! 🐝 We’re opening a brand-new, three-storey Busy Bees nursery in Binfield and this is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special! 110 little learners will soon be exploring, laughing, and growing—and we need a passionate Room Leader in our Toddler Room, joining us in giving our children the best start in life! This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staff thrive together. ✨ Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits ✨ 💷 Competitive pay – £14.77 per hour! 🚀 Career progression – Grow with us through training & development! 🎂 Birthday off – Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate YOU! 👶 50% childcare discount – Because family comes first! ✔ 🏖 Up to 28 days holiday – Including bank holidays! 💖 Menopause support – Through Peppy, helping you through life’s milestones! 🧘 Wellbeing perks – Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub! 🚴 Cycle to Work scheme – A healthy commute, a happier you! 💰 Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support! 🌏 Travel opportunities – Work with childcare professionals across the world! 🤝 Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus – Because balance matters! 💛 Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders – We've got your back! 🐝 PLUS: You’ll get exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform—filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognising our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training. Role Responsibilities: ⭐ Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity ⭐ Support children’s development & maintain positive relationships with families ⭐ Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth ⭐ Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene Required Qualifications: We’re searching for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team. 💡 Do you have…? 🔹 Level 3 qualification or above in early years education 🔹 Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage—ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner 🔹 Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team 🔹 A passion for fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We’re all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way! As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners! 🌍 Our Charitable Commitment – Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK. ✨ This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees! 🎉

We’re not just your average health company; we’re aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we’re the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. As Talent Acquisition Partner, you’ll be the driving force behind attracting and hiring exceptional talent across Simplyhealth. Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager and joining a small team, you’ll partner closely with business leaders and our People Team to design and deliver recruitment strategies that attract and engage top talent, ensuring hiring aligns with our inclusive recruitment goals, and organisational priorities. You’ll work with hiring managers across a range of business areas from Customer Service, Product, Sales & Marketing to Finance, Risk & Compliance, Technology and more. As a trusted advisor, you’ll understand manager’s needs, develop creative sourcing strategies, build strong talent pipelines and ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience, promoting Simplyhealth as an employer of choice. Your Responsibilities: • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job briefing to onboarding, ensuring timely and effective hiring and a seamless experience., • Design and implement innovative attraction strategies, utilising social media platforms and networking to source top talent for niche and hard to fill roles., • Build and maintain trusted relationships with hiring managers, providing expert advice on recruitment best practice and potential souring solutions., • Ensure adherence to employment legislation and company policies throughout the recruitment process., • Manage our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring data integrity and accurate reporting., • Collaborate with the Reward and HR Partnering teams to ensure competitive and fair job offers., • Develop and maintain talent pipelines aligned with future business needs., • Partner with external recruitment agencies when necessary, negotiating terms and managing vendor relationships., • Support with the build and maintenance of talent acquisition reporting dashboards to monitor key metrics such as time-to-hire, cost per hire, and hiring manager experience., • Deliver training and guidance to hiring managers to ensure effective, inclusive, and high-quality recruitment practices., • Supporting activities that promote our employer brand, including careers site updates, LinkedIn stories and Glassdoor profile., • Manage internal & redeployment resourcing processes where needed, providing support to both the employee and hiring managers., • Stay ahead of industry trends and innovations in talent acquisition by attending events, building networks, and applying best practices.

Contracts Engineer / Manager (Refrigeration, HVAC) Location: Reading Job Type: Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive We are a leading business in the heating and cooling industry. For over sixty years we have been partnering with our clients, making a difference to their lives and businesses. This is an ideal opportunity for someone w... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Field Service Engineer (Water Treatment) £40,000- £45,000 + Van + Bonus OTE 49k + 6% Pension + 33 Days Holiday + Benefits Reading Are you a Field Service Engineer with experience working on water treatment equipment looking to work for a highly regarded, market-leading company offering exclusive product training and clear routes to progress into a Project Manager role? Are you looking for a truly va... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Managing Agent Contract Manager Salary £47,135 to £52,000 per year (depending on skills and experience) plus health cash plan and 34 days leave Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hpw) Hybrid working, based from our London (Liverpool St) or Reading office covering the south region We cant offer a CoS for this role Home, a place where you belong Ready to take control of contracts that really matter? Youll work wi... ZIPC1_UKTJ

We are recruiting for a Tax Manager on behalf an innovate accountancy firm. The role will support the firm in providing tailored tax advisory and compliance services to a wide range of clients including small businesses and owners, high net worth individuals and large multinational corporations. The firm will offer the Tax Manager a competitive salary, depending upon experience, a supportive workin... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Corporate Tax Manager - Reading Are you an experienced ACA &/or CTA Qualified Corporate Tax Manager or Senior Manager looking for a genuine forward step in your career at a large national practice in the Reading area? Our client are looking for an experienced ACA &/or CTA Qualified Corporate Tax Planning/ Advisory Specialist at Manager or Senior Manager level who has the potential to further develop... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Our client is a legal 500 ranked firm and due to continual growth, they are now looking for additional support in their busy Wills and Inheritance team. We are seeking an experienced Trust & Tax Manager who has broad experience in offering private clients a range of services, including, wills, inheritance, probate, estate administration, tax planning and trusts. As the Trust & Tax Manager, you will... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Overview: The Junior Account Manager plays a key role in maintaining and developing client relationships, managing recruitment processes, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build lasting partnerships with clients and candidates alike. The successful candidate will support the Senior Manager in driving bu... ZIPC1_UKTJ

On behalf of a successful accountancy practice, we are recruiting for an Audit Assistant Manager to join the dynamic and friendly team. This is a great opportunity to join a firm that can offer excellent career progression opportunity whilst further developing your skills. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary and a good benefits package including private medical insurance, ... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Corporate Tax Senior Join a well-established and highly respected tax team in the heart of the Thames Valley as they continue to expand their Corporate Tax offering. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Tax Senior / Assistant Manager who is ready to take the next step in their career, take ownership of a growing portfolio, and play a pivotal role in delivering first-class tax... ZIPC1_UKTJ

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Autocentre Manager to join our friendly team. The ideal applicant will have a minimum of two years relevant experience as a successful Autocentre Manager with excellent customer service skills, a desire to succeed and the ability to develop and drive a successful team. In return, our Autocentre Managers are offered exceptional earning potential, a ... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Export Sales Manager / Export Sales Engineer / Export Account Manager required to join a renowned manufacturer of metrology, measuring systems and measurement equipment. The Export Sales Manager / Export Sales Engineer / Export Account Manager will be responsible for sales, to and the account management & development of dealers and distributors. Youll cover EMEA and Latin America. Were looking for... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Role:- Quality Manager Salary Up to £34k Hybrid 3 days in the field, 2 working from home Perm Role Overview This is a hybrid role and time with the team in Berkshire is expected approx. 3 days a week to observe and support Advisors. In such instances, travel costs will be reimbursed over and above your Berkshire base. Responsibilities:- Design and/or own systems and processes to ensure compliance with... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Job Description Lead Outpatient Physiotherapist Berkshire Independent Hospital Full Time - 37.5 Hours A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced Lead Outpatient Physiotherapist to join our growing Physiotherapy team at Berkshire Independent Hospital. Berkshire Independent Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading providers of NHS and private patient services in England. We receive referrals from GPs and Consultants as well as self-referrals. These provide a stimulating case mix with a bias towards acute musculoskeletal injuries and postoperative orthopaedic rehabilitation. The post holder must be enthusiastic, motivated, committed to patient focused care and proven experience in leading a team and orthopaedic/MSK services. The Role: The successful applicant will lead the day to day management of the out-patient physiotherapy service, whilst reporting to the Physiotherapy Manager. You will be responsible for implementing service delivery projects, Co-ordinating training, reviewing patient documentation, audits, PDRs and assist the physiotherapy manager ensuring the service is safe and effective. The post holder will deliver an outstanding level of care and ability to organise your own workload whilst considering the needs of the business. The successful candidate should have: • HCPC and CSP registered, • Experience in leadership and promote innovation and improvement, • Excellent knowledge of orthopaedics and MSK physiotherapy, • Ability to organise and prioritise independently, • Ability to maintain judgement under pressure, • Excellent communication, accuracy and interpersonal skills, • Experience in clinical audits and utilise outcome tools, • Ability to demonstrate excellent clinical reasoning processes, • Excellent understanding of CSP Standards of Physiotherapy Practice and Rules of Professional Conduct, • Work within the governance framework of the hospital and comply with regulatory standards (CQC), • An understanding of the Private sector would be an advantage, • The successful candidate will be flexible In return for your skills we offer an attractive salary and benefits package. Benefits include: • 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays, • Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options, • Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period, • Flexible shift patterns available where possible, • Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies, • Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants, • Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary, • Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy, • Free Parking on site (where possible), • Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible), • Concerts for Carers, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords, • The Blue Light Card Scheme About us Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Disclosure Certificate from the Criminal Records Bureau We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We have a great career opportunity for a Property Manager with block/estate management experience, to join a large and organically growing market leading property managing agent. You'll be working alongside an experienced and supportive team of property management professionals. Where will you be located? You'll work from home and be conveniently located to visit your developments in and around your portfolio in Cambridge, Reading, Slough and the surrounding areas. You will be based out of our Hoddesdon Head Office (EN11 0DR) and will need to attend at least once per month . What are some of the tasks you will be doing as a Property Manager? You'll be managing an established residential portfolio of blocks and estates, utilising your sound knowledge of the Building Safety Act, the governance around property management and your experience of managing Higher Risk Buildings, complex developments and overseeing cladding remediation. You will.... • Carry out and monitor services required, in line with the service level agreement with contractors and the terms of the lease., • Construct the appropriate budget (for the Landlord to sign off) and monitor the collection of Service Charges to fund necessary works., • Lead on meetings with the RMC Directors, Residents' Association and Developers etc. in line with the service level agreement and statutory requirements., • Be aware of the Compliance, Health & Safety and M & E requirements of residential management, ensuring your sites are fully compliant., • Ensure a fully documented audit trail for site visits and meetings, both formal and informal., • Ensure maintenance is identified and carried out as promptly to reduce the risk of further damage., • Block/Estate Property Management experience in a previous Property Manager role, • ATPI qualification, or a willingness to achieve whilst in role, • The ability to interpret leases, service charge budgeting and associated legislation., • Sound knowledge of the Building Safety Act, with experience of managing Higher Risk Buildings and complex sites., • Great customer service skills and the ability to build and maintain key relationships, both internally and externally, • Good attention to detail, comfortable with using Microsoft Excel and picking out financial details, • Excellent organisational and time management skills You'll not only be joining a thriving market leader where you'll benefit from working alongside the best in the industry, you'll also receive an excellent package of company benefits including: • A 37.5 hour week, an annual bonus scheme, a cash car allowance of £4,320 per annum, plus 10p a mile on top of HMRC's advisory fuel rate (the rate is dependent upon the engine size and fuel type of your vehicle), • 27 days holiday (increasing with length of service) plus all Bank Holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave each holiday year, • Free Healthcare cashback Plan (re-claiming for things like optical treatment (plus an optical discount voucher) and dental care, physiotherapy, prescriptions and GP Charges – plus more! (all to a generous fixed amount), plus 24/7 access to remote GP Services, • Sponsorship for study and professional qualifications i.e. ATPI (up to 4 paid study days), • Payment of annual professional subscriptions such as TPI/RICS, • Pension scheme (matched up to 7%) and Life assurance (4 x annual salary) If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on . If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.

After School Club Manager - Reading, Berkshire. Battle Primary Academy, Cranbury Rd, Reading, RG30 2TD.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Delivery Manager within Thales Optronics and Missile Electronics (OME). This role will be on at least one of our significant development and production projects within OME. As an Engineering Delivery Manager you will work in collaboration with the Programme Managers, the Engineering Delivery Lead, the Head of Engineering Delivery and the wider engineering team to ensure delivery of the engineering development projects. In this role you will be responsible for: • leading high performing, multi-discipline engineering teams to generate engineering solutions that meet the Customer needs, • the definition of the engineering delivery strategy and resource profile based on the engineering estimates to ensure the delivery of the project, • managing the interfaces with the overall delivery strategy for the wider programme, • defining the organisation and work breakdown, with the Programme Manager, required to deliver to the Customer needs, • defining and being in charge of meeting cost, schedule and quality of the whole engineering delivery for the programme, • defining the engineering team’s work packages in terms of resources required, budgets assigned to each task, risks and assumptions on these and the timescales to deliver within, • the planning and prioritisation of activities required to deliver the solution to the contract schedule, costs and quality, • day to day management of the engineering team’s activities ensuring proactive management of issues, opportunities and risks, • managing and reporting of the engineering efficiency for the project, • the identification of re-use opportunities across the project, • act as the People Manager for the engineering team on the project and provide feedback into the people manager reviews with the functional discipline leads The successful candidate will have a strong background in engineering with experience in successfully defining and leading the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering projects. They will be highly customer focused with excellent communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast moving environment with multiple parallel objectives and have an understanding of systems engineering life cycle, practices and tools. Knowledge and experience of naval, air or land products would be beneficial to this role. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following, aligned to the Thales Leadership Behavioural Model: • acting with agility to ensure that the business objectives remain in focus, • dealing with multiple strands of complexity to achieve business objectives, • engaging with stakeholders to achieve a common goal, • creating a competitive advantage by managing risk, identifying opportunities and fostering continuous improvement, • supporting the development of others to ensure we continuously improve for our customers This role will work closely with the Programme Manager and the Project Design Authority (PDA) for the specific projects. This role will report to the Head of Engineering Delivery. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats . It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

Ingenii Search are currently looking for a Technical Delivery Manager to join a successful Technology & Engineering team and lead the successful delivery and L3 support of mission-critical products that are used globally. In this role, you’ll manage cross-functional teams, drive continuous improvement, and ensure our solutions consistently meet quality and customer expectations. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and global stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee delivery and support for projects, • Define scope, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders, • Drive Agile best practices and ensure robust quality assurance, • Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve risks and keep initiatives on track, • Communicate progress, gather feedback, and enhance delivery processes About You: • Strong background in software delivery and project management (Agile) / (SAFe), • Excellent stakeholder communication and problem-solving skills, • Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, • Technical knowledge of software engineering, • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field ideal but not essential Bonus Skills • Experience in management systems, • DevOps and cloud knowledge, • PMP, Agile, or similar certifications

Senior Commissioning Lead Job location: Reading - Onsite Contract duration: 6 months (Outside IR35) Working hours: 40-50 hours per week Our Client an Engineering company are seeking a Senior Commissioning Lead for a contract position of 6 months Outside IR35 in Reading, UK Role As a Software Commissioning Test Team Lead you will supervise onsite commissioning activities to ensure safe, compliant and accurate testing is achieved and specialize in Siemens PLC and SCADA systems. Responsibilities As a Software Commissioning Test Team Lead you will review Commissioning documentation and Safe System of work and ensure the commissioning document and Safe System of Work is followed by all involved in the activity. Work to an approved commissioning procedure, an approved Safe System of Work and co-ordination with other working parties including attending site planning meetings. You will seek approval, apply, record, monitor & remove the application of Temporary Commissioning Aid’s and raise commissioning reservations and seek guidance from the commissioning manager or engineering support, when a system does not operate as expected or defects are found during the commissioning stage. Skills & Qualifications • Commissioning lead will have hands on experience of Siemens PLC, TIA Portal and SCADA systems., • Experience of Control panels, electrical installation and Instrumentation solutions., • Experience of testing and on-site commissioning is essential, • Excellent H&S awareness – SSSTS or SMSTS preferred, • CSCS card or equivalent - essential Important: The successful candidate will be required to obtain SC clearance on commencement of the contract.

AWS Cloud Platform Manager Ciphr has an exciting opportunity for an AWS Cloud Platform Manager to join the team as we grow and develop In a nutshell As a Cloud Platform Engineering Manager, you will lead and mentor a team of cloud engineers, providing strategic direction and hands-on support to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our cloud-based services. You will play a key role in shaping and executing our cloud operations strategy, working closely with cross-functional teams to proactively identify and resolve issues, implement automation and monitoring solutions, and drive continuous improvement across our infrastructure. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a high-performing, innovative engineering culture, optimising system performance, and minimising downtime. You will also be responsible for managing cloud costs effectively, ensuring spend remains within agreed budgets while maintaining service excellence. Acting as a trusted deputy to the Head of DevOps, you will also contribute to broader strategic initiatives and help steer the future of our platform engineering capabilities. Location : This is a remote first role, you will average 2 days a month with the team in our Reading office. What you’ll be doing You’ll: • Lead and mentor a team of cloud engineers, providing strategic direction and coordinating task assignments to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our cloud services., • Actively contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, setting a strong technical example through hands-on engineering work., • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues within the cloud environment., • Drive the implementation and management of advanced monitoring tools, automation frameworks, and best practices to enhance system resilience and operational efficiency., • Monitor and optimise cloud infrastructure usage to ensure cost efficiency, maintaining spend within agreed budgets., • Ensure the optimal performance of cloud services, delivering a seamless and high-quality experience for end users., • Take accountability of the on-call rota, ensuring appropriate coverage, managing participation, and leading rapid incident response to maintain service availability., • Continuously assess and improve team processes and procedures, fostering a culture of innovation and engineering excellence to optimise performance and minimise downtime., • Act as a deputy to the Head of DevOps when required, supporting strategic initiatives and team leadership. What good looks like • Achieves high availability and uptime of cloud services, ensuring minimal disruption to end users., • Proactively identifies and resolves infrastructure issues, minimising system downtime and impact., • Implements and continuously optimises advanced monitoring tools, automation, and best practices to enhance system reliability and scalability., • Fosters strong collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams, enabling effective and efficient problem-solving., • Builds and maintains a high-performing, motivated cloud operations team that consistently meets objectives and drives continuous improvement., • Regularly conducts performance reporting and analysis, tracking key metrics such as system availability, uptime, and response times to inform decision-making and improvement initiatives. What you’ll need to succeed Essential: • Experience in a leadership role, including mentoring, developing team members and promoting good governance practices., • Strong technical expertise in cloud infrastructure design, deployment (CI/CD), automation, and cloud-native technologies., • In-depth experience with AWS, including architecture, services, and operational best practices., • Ability to gain in-depth experience in Azure, if not already known., • Proven experience in a management role, with the ability to lead and develop high-performing efficient teams. Fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement., • Extensive experience in complex problem-solving and the use of advanced automation tools., • Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to swiftly resolve intricate technical issues., • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective teamwork across cross-functional teams., • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively under pressure, with a strong focus on delivering results., • A commitment to Ciphr’s DNA, by:, • Building Trust through transparency, fairness, and respectful communication., • Demonstrating Accountability by taking initiative, sharing lessons learned, and upholding high standards., • Striving for Service Excellence by proactively adding value, sharing customer insights, and seeking innovative ways to enhance the customer experience., • Embracing Authenticity by valuing diverse perspectives, communicating openly—even in challenging situations—and fostering a culture of constructive feedback and inclusion. Desirable: • Experience with additional cloud platforms such as Azure., • Familiarity with Azure DevOps (ADO) and GitHub Actions., • Certifications in relevant technologies or methodologies (e.g., AWS or Microsoft Azure certifications). How you’ll contribute to our team • Lead, mentor, and support the cloud engineering team, including responsibilities for hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management., • Ensure team practices align with internal governance standards, including documentation, compliance, and operational risk management., • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and innovation, encouraging the team to strive for technical excellence., • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve infrastructure and platform-related issues., • Provide hands-on technical leadership, contributing directly to the design, implementation, and support of cloud infrastructure and services., • Be available outside of standard business hours when necessary to address urgent technical issues or support the delivery of critical projects. Occasionally travel to meet with stakeholders or attend training sessions, ensuring alignment with business goals and ongoing professional development. What we offer you: Ciphr has a benefits package which has you and your family in mind. As well as offering you the opportunity to work with a great team, be part of a growing company and have the chance to learn and enhance your knowledge and qualifications, we offer: • 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Family National Trust Membership, • Birthday day off, • Religious holiday swap, • Family forming support - e.g., time off for family forming appointments or to support your partner, • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, • Work from Anywhere for 4 weeks per year, • Volunteering days for 2 days per year, • Cycle to work scheme, • Pension, • Health cash plan, • Life assurance, • Technology/home improvements Loans, • Perks at Work – access to exclusive discounts, cinema tickets, etc., • Regular training, • £1,500 employee referral scheme, • Medical Cover and Dental cover (after 6 months’ service), • Income Protection insurance (after 12 months’ service) About Ciphr: Ciphr is a leading UK-based provider of integrated HR, payroll, learning and recruitment solutions. Ciphr’s integrated HCM platform helps organisations manage their end-to-end employee lifecycle so they can deliver an amazing employee experience. With Ciphr, organisations can be confident they can access all their people data in one place, thanks to secure, time-saving integrations between our own solutions and API connections to specialist, third-party tools. We are all about people at Ciphr. Our values are trust, service excellence, authenticity, and accountability. We want you to bring your authentic self to work giving you the space to be yourself whether that is creative, outgoing, quiet, courageous, observant or any other attributes you may have. Ciphr welcomes all kinds of people to the team and would love you to come and join us!

Job Title: Electrician Location: Reading Employment Type: Full-time Reports To: Project Manager Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and qualified electrician to join our dynamic team. The role involves undertaking all aspects of electrical installations, LED lighting projects, minor works, and testing & inspection where applicable. You will work on projects across retail, industrial, commercial, and government sectors, ensuring high-quality delivery and compliance with industry standards. Key Responsibilities • Install LED lighting and electrical systems to specification., • Collaborate with the Lighting Project team, sub-contractors, and Project Manager to meet project deadlines., • Work from electrical drawings, including installation diagrams, circuit layouts, and schematics., • Deliver a first-time quality installation with minimal rework., • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation at all times., • Complete all work-related documentation accurately and on time., • Maintain responsibility for company vehicle and materials., • Adapt to technical changes and attend training as required., • Undertake additional duties as instructed by the Project Manager. Requirements • Qualifications:, • Fully qualified to 18th Edition IEE Regulations (2383-18)., • 2391-52 Test & Inspection (desirable, training provided)., • SSSTS Accreditation (desirable, training provided)., • Skills & Experience:, • Knowledge of EV charging units (desirable, training provided)., • IPAF & PASMA certifications (desirable, training provided)., • Ability to work nights and stay away from home (Mon–Fri)., • Comfortable working at heights (up to 3m) and lifting up to 25kg., • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize workload., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • Full UK driving license., • Personal Attributes:, • Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision., • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines., • Commitment to safety and quality standards. What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits., • Full training for desirable certifications., • Opportunities for career progression., • Company vehicle and tools provided., • Supportive team environment.

Engineering Work Package Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Work Package Manager within Thales Optronics and Missile Electronics (OME). As an Engineering Work Package Manager you will work in collaboration with the Programme Managers, the Engineering Delivery Managers, the Head of Engineering Delivery and the wider engineering team to ensure delivery of the engineering projects. This role will be responsible for managing the delivery of engineering work packages, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required technical specifications. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: • You know how to use your skills to plan, organise teams, and guarantee the delivery of engineering projects by respecting deadlines, costs and quality with a clear vision of risks and opportunities, • You have good knowledge of subcontract and work package management, • You have proven experience in coordination of various technical activities, • You have outstanding problem-solving skills and a passion to solve hard problems, • You can demonstrate knowledge in financial, workload plan and risks management, • You possess a strong technical understanding of engineering principles, systems, and processes., • Excellent project management skills, with experience using project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, etc.)., • Ability to manage multiple work streams and suppliers simultaneously., • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills., • Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and mitigate risks in project delivery., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders., • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. LIFE AS A THALES ENGINEERING WORK PACKAGE MANAGER In this role you will be responsible for: • authoring the Work Package Description with the WP team based on the project structure and customer requirements, • identifying deliverables, milestones and interdependencies with other WP’s, • establishing the schedule and the estimates based on a viable solution, and identify the necessary resources and their availability, • initialising the risk and opportunity register and the work package baseline using the relevant key project tools, • defining the organisation and work breakdown required to deliver to the Customer needs, • defining the cost structure, resource profiles, supplier selection and the relevant metrics to monitor the WP, • leading high performing, multi-discipline engineering teams to generate engineering solutions that meet the Customer needs, • contributing and working to the defined engineering delivery strategy and resource profile based on the engineering estimates to ensure the delivery of the project, • the planning and prioritisation of activities required to deliver solutions to the contract schedule, costs and quality, • day to day management of the engineering team’s activities ensuring proactive management of issues, opportunities and risks, • updating the schedule, risk & opportunities register and the Estimate to Complete, • managing and reporting of the engineering efficiency for the project, • people management for the engineering team on the project and provide feedback into the people manager reviews with the functional discipline leads NICE TO HAVE: • A recognised project management certification is a plus., • Knowledge and experience of air, land and/or naval products would be beneficial to this role. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats . It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

Are you a highly motivated, engaging manager? Are you looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further? Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans? If so, then look no further! The Why... Join Hollywood Bowl Group as an Assistant Manager, in return you’ll get: • The opportunity to earn an extra £1 per hour, paid to you every month, as part of our monthly bonus scheme, • The opportunity to earn a centre outperformance bonus, • A 40-hour contract, plus additional pay for any extra shifts you work, • 50% off food when you are working, • Optional pension plan, • 28 days holiday & additional days holiday with length of service, • Access to our in-house Centre Manager in Training programme and apprenticeships, • Free games vouchers every month, • 30% discount off food and drink for you and up to five friends, • Access to our Team Member Support Programme which includes counselling support, life coaching, computerised cognitive behaviour therapy and Mental Health First Aiders., • The opportunity to join our healthcare cash plan, • Financial long service awards, • A £15 donation to our dedicated charity partner when you complete your induction Within our fast-paced, dynamic world, you will be at the very centre of the Hollywood Bowl experience, to support the effective operation of the business, injecting fun and positivity into the team and enhancing the customer journey. The role is varied and exciting; your responsibilities will range from coaching and mentoring the team, and running an exceptional operation, front-of-house, to supporting the General Manager back-of-house in delivering on centre goals and financial targets. You will be responsible for guaranteeing that your centre has the best standards and service in the industry to ensure the centre is a safe and fun environment for our customers.To be successful you will have: Management experience, ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry A passion for customer service Evidence of inspiring and developing large teams A willingness to work nights and weekends Desire for successThe Who...Hollywood Bowl Group has a passion for bringing families and friends together for affordable fun and healthy competition.Following our listing on the main stock market in 2016 we became Hollywood Bowl Group, seeking out the perfect locations for our bowling and golf centres nationwide. We formed our customer proposition, built on real feedback, and went from strength to strength with our in-centre game technology and online scoring systems.Now with over 75 centres across the UK and 15 centres in Canada, operating under the Hollywood Bowl, Putt & Play and Splitsville brands, we’re proud to be ambitious market leaders in experiential family entertainment.We continue to expand our estate and look for profitable opportunities to grow, with an average of three new sites opening each year. At Hollywood Bowl Group, we value diversity and inclusion, and we’re committed to creating a working environment that promotes equal opportunities. Individual differences and the contributions of all employees are recognised and valued and we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company.

We invite you to join Pho. And come be part of this stylish and lively restaurant brand. We’re looking for a cool and charismatic Assistant Manager to join our management team in Pho Reading Salary offer of up to £41,300 is made up of a base of £31,500 plus earnings received through tronc. Who’s Pho? Sure, our food is pretty amazing! But we’re also all about the atmosphere… We’re talking funky music in the background…dimmed lights…Staff cracking jokes by the kitchen pass as they quickly step in and out…. Guests are bantering with the waiters…. You hear wine glasses clicking and most importantly, in between all that buzz, you hear the slurping of some fresh Pho. What Pho can offer you! • Free fresh meals at work, • 50% off all food and drink when dining in our restaurants, for you and up to 5 friends!, • Get paid every 2 weeks! Or…, • … Get paid quicker with Wagestream, • We love to work hard and play even harder at our awesome annual parties!, • Earn more money if your friends join us (£100-£1000 extra for each friend), • Confidential Employer Assistance Program, to support you with any troubles you may be facing., • Company pension, • Minimum x1 years’ Restaurant Management experience. Bar or restaurant, or a bit both, • Big passion for food! As part of our management team, you’ll be expected to learn everything about our fresh food., • A people person ready to assist in staff training, development and rota scheduling, • Experience communicating with suppliers., • Comfortable using different systems as part of your day-to-day. E.g. Acquire for stock ordering. If this is the job for you, come apply!

H&S Incident Response Manager Reading - Hybrid-working 12-month contract At MBNL, our mission is clear: Managing the Mobile Infrastructure to Enable Digital Britain. As the UK's largest network-sharing joint venture, we are at the forefront of industry transformation, delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of connectivity. The Health, Safety & Environment Team are responsible for setting the standards from a Health & Safety perspective for all work undertaken on the estate including setting and creating assurance levels, managing fatal and significant injury risks as well as the management of H&S issues on the estate. We're now seeking an experienced H&S Incident Response Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will manage and coordinate the effective delivery of incident and issue management across the organisation. Acting as the first-line support and escalation point for health and safety-related events, you will ensure outsourced service providers align with MBNL's standards, drive resolution of major and critical incidents, and foster seamless cross-functional communication. You will also play a key role in governance-providing insights, conducting deep dives, supporting process harmonisation, and ensuring lessons learned are captured and shared to enable continuous improvement and informed decision-making. This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days per week in our Central Reading office. What you'll do: • Co-ordinate incident and issue management delivered by outsourced providers, ensuring alignment with MBNL's Policies and Standards., • Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding health and safety incidents, ensuring efficient triage, timely response, and appropriate escalation. Act as the escalation point for incident coordination to drive prompt resolution in alignment with internal standards and compliance requirements., • Maintain quality assurance through structured governance approach including reporting and oversight., • Identify learning opportunities proposing recommendations back to the business., • Act as the central conduit for incident-related communication across MBNL teams and client activities - providing guidance for relevant communication channels such as bulletins etc for internal and external advice and guidance., • Support harmonisation of incident and issue management into a unified front-door process., • Provide insights and trend analysis to strengthen governance, reporting, and decision-making., • Support and/or oversee working groups focused on health and safety improvements, providing subject matter expertise and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives., • Contribute to improvement plans, helping to identify gaps, propose solutions, and monitor progress against agreed actions., • Where needed oversee MBNL's internal response to major and critical health and safety incidents as the designated Incident Controller., • Deep Knowledge of Best Practices: Understanding of methodologies, processes, and capabilities required to deliver best-in-class technical and business incident management services., • Analytical and Insight-Driven: Strong analytical mindset with experience in providing insights and trend analysis to support data-driven decision-making, governance, and strategic reporting., • Outstanding Problem Solving: Experienced at applying a range of problem-solving methodologies to ensure rigorous root cause analysis and implementation of impactful corrective actions., • Continuous Improvement mindset: Ability to identify learning opportunities and propose actionable recommendations that drive process and performance enhancements., • Influential Relationship Builder: Skilled at building strong relationships, navigating organisational dynamics, and influencing stakeholders effectively., • Executive Communication Skills: Proven experience briefing and influencing senior leadership teams with clarity and confidence., • Experience managing remotely located, cross-functional teams., • Strong safety, quality, and compliance knowledge of mobile or fixed network technologies., • Experience working in or with a joint venture organisation. At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other's uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity within MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers. We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, (like non-standard hours, part time, remote working). We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. MBNL are proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and Disability Confident accredited. Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Employee Experience, ER & Policy Manager Reading | Hybrid (3 days/week) 6-month contract Join MBNL, the UK’s largest network-sharing joint venture, driving digital infrastructure transformation. Our People Team shapes the employee experience and delivers the strategy that powers our business. We’re hiring an experienced Employee Experience, ER & Policy Manager to lead individual and collective ER cases (grievance, disciplinary, sickness, insourcing), while redefining HR policies and building manager capability. This role blends hands-on casework with strategic policy development and change leadership. Key Responsibilities of the Employee Experience, ER & Policy Manager include: • Manage ER cases and coach managers through resolution, • Lead collective ER processes including insourcing and structural change, • Redesign HR policies and contracts to reflect company behaviours and tone, • Ensure policies are clear, compliant, and aligned with best practice, • Communicate and embed policy changes, upskilling managers, • Enhance HR intranet with accessible tools and guidance, • Deliver training and e-learning for line managers, • Recommend models for ongoing HR/ER support, • Support wider People Strategy projects The successful Employee Experience, ER & Policy Manager will have: • Strong UK employment law and ER expertise, • Experience managing individual and collective ER cases, • Proven success in policy development and insourcing, • Confident coaching and influencing skills, • Clear, effective communication style, • Proactive, improvement-focused mindset To apply for the Employee Experience, ER & Policy Manager please send your CV to

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for Senior Operations Contracts Lead - Criminal Justice Services (Caversham and Portsmouth) Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 Location: Based across multiple locations with the flexibility to work from home up to two days each week. The key locations for this role are Caversham and Portsmouth. The expectation is that a minimum of three days per week are spent in face-to-face, in-person contact (e.g. in Women’s Centres, Estates or external visits), and one of these days being a monthly visit to Head Office (the purpose being for interaction with colleagues and Central functions). Visits also required to HMP Peterborough and HMP Bronzefield. Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: As an experienced senior manager with a proven track record of leadership in providing services to women in contact with the criminal justice system and working with partners and funders, you will manage criminal justice projects, work to develop and expand our services and partnerships and manage criminal justice managers and other staff as required. You will work with the management team to ensure, manage and oversee that the services work within the budget, are complaint with financial regulations, policies and procedures, and meet funding and Advance requirements. About You: To be successful as the Senior Operations Contracts Lead you will need the below experience and skills: A thorough understanding of and knowledge of the issues relating to women in the criminal justice system * A sound knowledge of safeguarding adult and children principles, child abuse, child protection issues and safeguarding * A good knowledge and understanding of organisational systems and frameworks, line management and project management * Significant experience, likely to have been gained over several years, of strategic planning and operational management at a service manager level, and developing and delivering services at senior service management level * Significant experience of working with women and/or service users with a complex range of needs, particularly within the criminal justice system, in custody and/or community. * Experience of developing relationships with funders/commissioners and achieving required outcomes * Experience of implementing quality assurance frameworks, monitoring, evaluating and measuring impact * Strong influencing skills, enthusiasm, self-confidence, excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills , and a can do proactive solution focussed approach * Strong negotiating skills and the ability to build strong and effective relationships and partnerships, dealing with ambiguity and resolving conflict effectively, achieving the right outcomes for the organisation, collaborating and networking * Able to think, act and plan strategically to develop practical and creative solutions to the management of existing and new services and complex problems that may arise while maintaining high levels of diplomacy and professionalism How to apply: Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered. * Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 4th February 2026 * Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis *Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: * A 35-hour working week * An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) * Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home * Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more * Pension scheme * Enhanced maternity/adoption provision * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Employee eye-care scheme * Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles * Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation * Organisation wide away days * One-week paid carers’ s leave * Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

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Job Title: Test Automation Engineer (Front end & API) Sector: Test consultancy specialising in financial services Essential Skills: Playwright (Typescript or JavaScript) and API Automation Location: Primarily remote with c1 day per month in the consultancy office in Berkshire & client visits when requested Salary: £45-50,000/annum + benefits Start Date: We require someone to start immediately Saffron QA is the recruitment partner to a successful and expanding software testing consultancy. The organisation has a reputation for providing high calibre software testing services within the financial services sector. We are in the market for a Test Automation Engineer with previous experience of designing and developing test automation frameworks in Playwright using either Typescript or JavaScript. We also require someone with good API automation experience and we are open to various tools and programming languages. The ideal candidate will be keen to progress their career in a consulting environment, where they can contribute to multiple projects, using a range of tools and technologies. You will be responsible for supporting the consultancy on test automation proof of concepts as well as presenting and demoing solutions to clients. We are looking for a candidate with the following experience; • Proven experience and ability to create test automation frameworks from scratch using Playwright and JavaScript or Typescript., • Experience of designing API automation solutions, • Develop CI Test Pipeline on the creation, maintenance, and improvement of CI tools such as MS Azure, Jenkins, GitHub Actions., • Experience working with version control tools like GIT, GIT hub, Bitbucket and Azure Repos., • Establish and uphold coding standards for automation tools and processes., • Participate in the continuous improvement of the Quality Engineering process, including the implementation of best practices and automation strategies., • Create and maintain code and documentation for project work., • Provide regular status updates and reports on testing progress to the Test Manager and stakeholders. This position is being offered on a 6-month fixed-term contract basis (possible extension or permanent employment options) and offers a salary of up to £50,000/annum. This is an immediate opening and require someone to start asap. *Must hold British passport or ILR due to background checking process. No Visa sponsorship available.

We are seeking a seasoned Account Manager to lead and grow one of our key telecom client relationships in the UK/Ireland region. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in consultative sales, strategic account development, and long-term revenue generation. Key Responsibilities: • Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for a major telecom client, fostering deep, trust-based relationships across all levels, including C-suite stakeholders., • Revenue Growth: Drive profitable quarter-on-quarter revenue growth through strategic planning, upselling, and cross-selling within the account., • Consultative Selling: Apply a solution-oriented approach to understand client needs and deliver tailored offerings that add value and strengthen the partnership., • Strategic Coordination: Collaborate internally across teams to ensure alignment on client strategy, consistent messaging, and effective knowledge sharing., • Portfolio Oversight: Manage the assigned account as a strategic asset, with full responsibility for its performance, growth, and long-term success., • Business Development: Act as both a hunter and gatherer—identify new opportunities within the account while nurturing and expanding existing business., • Account Expansion: Proactively seek ways to increase account share and influence, positioning our solutions as integral to the client’s success., • Strategic alignment: Focus on growth and transformation, cost and optimization, and improving operational efficiencies to solve their customer’s business and organizational issues. Qualifications: • Proven track record of managing large strategic accounts and delivering sustained revenue growth., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex decision-making environments., • Technical acumen to understand and articulate telecom solutions in a business context., • Experience working in or with the UK/Ireland telecom market is highly desirable., • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the project team of a busy main contractor. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be site-based on a £40M new build assisted living project in Oxfordshire. You will have full commercial responsibilities of the project and report to the Surveying Director who is head office based. Key Responsibilities: • Reporting directly to the Surveying Director, Project Director, and Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in project oversight and management., • Collaborate closely with the Design Team to ensure alignment with project specifications and requirements., • Cultivate and nurture client relationships, serving as a primary point of contact for their needs and inquiries., • Provide regular updates to the Surveying Director regarding project progress and any pertinent developments., • Evaluate and analyse tender inquiries meticulously, employing your expertise to assess feasibility and potential challenges., • Undertake estimating and tendering activities with precision, striving for cost-effective solutions and competitive bids., • Conduct pre-award meetings with subcontractors to outline expectations and establish clear communication channels., • Oversee subcontracting arrangements and on-site packages, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards., • Manage subcontractor payments and variations efficiently, maintaining accurate records and facilitating smooth transactions., • Prepare comprehensive final accounts, meticulously documenting project costs and expenditures., • Monitor project costs closely and actively participate in cost reporting meetings to provide accurate financial insights., • Engage in cashflow forecasting exercises to ensure financial stability and foresight., • Stay well-informed of industry trends, regulations, and best practices to inform decision-making and strategy. Qualifications & Experience: • Quantity Surveying degree, • Minimum 5 years professional experience, • Strong understanding of specifications and drawings, • Expertise in extracting quantities and issuing inquiries, • Computer literate in Microsoft Office and Quantity Surveying Packages, • Proven track record in Commercial/Residential Projects, • Excellent budgetary responsibility experience Please note salary is dependent on experience. If you are well suited to this role, please apply through the link and we will contact you for a confidential discussion.

Field Sales Executive – Electronics Location: Reading, Berkshire, South UK (Regional Travel Required) Key Responsibilities of this Field Sales Executive – Electronics job are: • Build strong customer relationships and provide tailored AC/DC power product solutions., • Conduct on-site visits, demos, and technical discussions to support design-in activities., • Drive new business, grow revenue, and secure design-in wins across the region., • Track market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities. Key Requirements of this Field Sales Executive – Electronics job are: • Proven field sales experience in electronic components (ideally AC/DC power supplies)., • Strong sales record with consistent achievement of targets., • Ability to communicate technical information clearly to engineering and procurement teams., • Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building skills., • Full UK driving licence required. To apply for this Field Sales Executive – Electronics Products role in South England, please send your CV to Or call 01582 878828 / 07961158786

Job Title: Business Development Manager Location: Reading, Berkshire Salary: £48,000 base + 2% commission on revenue + commission on qualified leads (OTE £130,000) + car allowance or company car Introduction Tired of transactional sales? Ready to sell real solutions, not just products? If you're a driven B2B sales professional with a consultative edge, this opportunity could be a game-changer. About Active-PCB Solutions Active-PCB Solutions is a well-established and fast-growing contract manufacturer of printed circuit board assemblies. Known for its flexibility, technical expertise and customer-first approach, the business has built a loyal client base across the South and continues to scale under new leadership. With a clear growth plan and strong commercial direction, it’s an exciting time to join the team. The Package • £48,000 base salary, • 2% commission on all revenue, • Commission on all qualified leads, • OTE of £130,000+, • Company car or car allowance provided, • Based in Reading, with regular on-site collaboration, • Generate, qualify and convert leads into long-term customers, • Drive pipeline growth and close consultative, value-led deals, • Work closely with marketing to follow up on inbound activity, • Maintain accurate and visible CRM records, • Collaborate across the commercial and operations teams, • Comfortable selling into technical and engineering-led environments, • Intelligent, curious and a fast learner with a growth mindset, • Consultative sales approach with exposure to structured methodologies, • Experienced in managing a full B2B sales cycle, • Credible and trustworthy with both customers and colleagues, • Experience in the PCB or wider electronics manufacturing industry is highly desirable Interested? Apply now or contact Niche Recruitment to find out more about joining Active-PCB Solutions as they continue to grow their commercial team. Niche Recruitment is proud to be managing the recruitment of this role exclusively on behalf of Active PCB. If this sounds like your next step, please apply now or contact Niche Recruitment to discuss further.

Here at Deichmann we are looking to appoint a Trainee Store Manager. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return will receive an initial competitive salary of £29,500 per annum. To be successful in this position, the role requires you to have a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. As a Trainee Store Manager, you will be working across various store locations which include: Reading, Slough, Camberley, Woking, Staines and High Wycombe. Ideal candidate: This is a really exciting opportunity for a successful and ambitious Team Member or Supervisor, looking to progress their career into Store Management. You will undergo first class training and development, including holding stores on a planned and ad hoc basis with a view to you potentially becoming a Cover Manager at the end of your training, and then potentially on to becoming Store Manager of your own Store. You must be fully flexible in terms of travel as you will be working in a number of different stores and you will have previous experience of working in retail or a related sector. You must be able to problem solve and think on your feet, alongside this you will be a people person, have the ability to plan and co-ordinate resources and be passionate about the delivery of exceptional customer service. Key activities: • Motivate and coach the team to deliver excellent customer service, • Lead by example in promoting and recommending complimentary shoe care products, demonstrating confidence with selling and excellent product knowledge, ensuring the very best level of customer service, • Resourcing / drafting rotas, working within budget, • Stock management, • Analysing and interpreting sales performance data and reports, • Making recommendation for ways to improve sales performance, based on analysis of quantitative and qualitative data and identification of customer insights, • Ensure all company standards are implemented and maintained i.e. merchandising, admin, • Support the delivery of KPI’s, meeting all company standards, • Assist in recruitment and training of the team Personal characteristics: • A hands on leader, with experience in retail or a related industry sector, • Have a positive flexible approach with a can do attitude, • Energy and enthusiasm, with ability to work under pressure, in a demanding fast paced environment, • Have the confidence and ability to motivate, coach and inspire the team, • Numerate, • Attention to detail, • Good communicator, • Be methodical, organised and have a structured approach to work, • Be fully flexible across the week If you would like to join the team at Deichmann UK as our Trainee Manager and you meet the job requirements, please click apply. We’d love to hear from you!

Project Manager (Mechanical or Electrical) – Water Industry | Up to £70,000 + Car Allowance + 33 Days Holiday Location: Sites across the South East (Thames & Southern Water schemes) Sector: Water / MEICA Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE + Car Allowance + 25 Days Holiday + BHs We’re working with a well-respected specialist contractor that’s busier than ever – and with Southern and Thames Water workloads climbing fast as we move deeper into AMP8, they’re only getting busier. They’re on the lookout for a sharp, hands-on Project Manager who knows how to take control of MEICA-led projects from start to finish. You'll be running a range of schemes (anything from £1K to £500K+) across the Water industry, covering Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, and Automation. This isn’t a sit-behind-a-desk kind of role. You’ll be visiting sites, working with subbies, managing clients, and keeping projects running smoothly from concept to commissioning. Expect autonomy, variety, and the chance to really make your mark. What You’ll Be Doing as Project Manager: • Leading multiple MEICA projects from cradle to grave, • Managing project scoping, surveys, design input, resource planning, budgeting, procurement, and client updates, • Juggling competing priorities, shifting deadlines, and commercial targets, • Working closely with internal teams and subcontractors, • Ensuring Health & Safety and project compliance is watertight What You’ll Need • Strong mechanical or electrical background, • Previous exposure to the UK Water industry (bonus if you’ve worked on AMP frameworks), • Solid communication, organisation, and leadership skills, • The ability to get the job done with minimal fuss – someone who thrives under pressure Perks • Salary up to £70,000 DOE, • Car allowance/Car, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Fast-growing workload = long-term security, • Good people, good culture, no fluff

About The Role We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Human Resources Manager to join our team. In this hybrid role you will spend three days per week in our Reading office and two days from home. The successful candidate will play a key part in shaping our people strategy while managing a global HR team across the Philippines, the US, and Europe. You will be responsible for driving HR initiatives, developing and implementing policies, strengthening employee engagement, and ensuring full compliance with employment legislation. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HR professional with strong leadership capabilities and deep HR systems expertise to contribute to our continued organisational growth. Your Key Responsibilities • Develop, implement, and regularly review HR policies and procedures aligned with organisational goals and evolving business needs., • Lead and manage a global HR team across multiple regions, ensuring consistent HR standards and best practices., • Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes, utilising ATS platforms such as Team Tailor to attract high-quality talent., • Manage onboarding programmes, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for new employees across all locations., • Handle employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary procedures with professionalism and consistency., • Analyse HR data and metrics to identify trends, support workforce planning, and inform strategic decision-making., • Maintain expert knowledge of employment legislation to ensure ongoing compliance in the UK and awareness of global considerations., • Deliver training sessions, presentations, and HR-led initiatives to support organisational culture and employee development., • Manage HRIS systems for accurate record keeping, reporting, workflow processes, and analytics., • Collaborate with leadership teams on workforce planning, organisational structure, and future talent needs., • Oversee payroll coordination What You'll Bring • Proven HR management experience, within a fast-paced or growing organisation on an international scale., • Additional experience supporting Payroll, Compensation & Benefits activities or projects., • Strong working knowledge of HRIS platforms including HiBob., • In-depth understanding of HR best practices, UK employment law, and organisational development principles., • Demonstrated capability in HR data analysis, reporting, and using HR metrics to inform strategy., • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively., • Strong organisational and time-management abilities with the capacity to handle multiple priorities., • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) such as Team Tailor. About Us Proactis is a leading Source-to-Pay software solution provider, supporting a range of service-led industries. Our mission is to help organisations control their spend, manage their suppliers, and streamline their procurement processes. Our end-to-end modular platform enables customers to control spend and manage supply-chain risk; improve compliance and governance of their purchasing activities; reduce the cost of goods and services; and deliver efficiencies, all through process digitisation and automation. What We Offer • Flexible work schedule - most of our roles offer flexible work arrangements, with opportunities to work in a hybrid model, depending on the position, • Private pension plan, with matched contributions, • Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave, • Private medical insurance, • Company health plan, including optical and dental cover, • Volunteering days to give back to your community, • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, • A company guided by strong values and a collaborative team spirit Diversity and Inclusion At Proactis, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the unique perspectives of all people, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, age, religion, disability, neurodiversity, pregnancy and maternity, or marriage and civil partnership. We hire based on merit and skills, so if you believe you're a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, please speak to your assigned Talent Partner.

Procurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite) Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the IT category strategy within a forward-thinking procurement function with direct access to the CIO and wider leadership team. Key responsibilities of the role: • Develop and execute strategic category management plans to maximise spend under management and drive measurable value., • Lead the creation and implementation of sourcing and negotiation strategies that align with business objectives and market dynamics., • Build and deliver a comprehensive, multi-year category plan covering software, hardware, telecoms, and professional services., • Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainability beyond cost — influencing how technology procurement adds strategic value., • Act as a change leader, embedding new systems, tools, and ways of working across the procurement and technology functions. To be successful, you’ll bring: • Proven experience developing and executing category strategies in large, complex organisations., • Strong knowledge of technology markets — including software (SaaS, on-prem), hardware (infrastructure and end-user devices), telecoms, and IT professional services., • A track record of leading complex, high-value negotiations that deliver sustainable value and commercial advantage., • Evidence of driving cost savings and broader value creation through strategic sourcing., • Experience working in retail or within a major transformation programme is advantageous. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior procurement role with direct influence over technology strategy — partnering with C-suite stakeholders and shaping the future of procurement excellence within a major retail organisation.

Job title: Workplace Experience Manager Department: People Reports to: Head of People Transformation and Projects Work Location: Reading, with occasional travel to London, Hamilton and York Job Purpose As we bring Trustmarque Group and Ultima Business Solutions together, the Workplace Experience Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the foundation of our workplace experience across all UK and international locations. This role blends facilities management, employee engagement, and workplace operations, ensuring our offices foster a unified culture of collaboration, high performance and belonging. You will be responsible for developing the workplace experience strategy, overseeing day-to-day facilities operations, and driving initiatives that make our people feel proud of where they work. This is a newly created role, ideal for someone who can balance operational discipline with creativity and a strong people-first mindset. Key Accountabilities • Oversee day-to-day management of all office sites, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operations., • Manage relationships with landlords, contractors, maintenance providers and security services., • Conduct regular audits of office utilisation, compliance, equipment and building standards., • Maintain, monitor and improve workplace processes, SLAs, and service quality., • Support office moves, redesigns and workplace configuration projects., • Ensure full compliance with UK H&S legislation and internal policies, including risk assessments and building checks., • Maintain business continuity standards across physical sites (e.g., fire safety, first aid cover, emergency procedures)., • Collaborate with Sustainability and GRC teams to implement environmentally responsible practices, • Manage all workplace-related contracts and supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality., • Oversee workplace budgets, forecasting and spend tracking., • Create and embed an “Office Proud” ethos across all MergeCo locations., • Partner with Internal Comms, L&D, ERGs and the People team to activate culture and engagement initiatives in the workplace., • Plan and deliver onsite staff events and activities in line with the wider People strategy, • Provide leadership with workplace trends, utilisation data and recommendations to support a hybrid working approach. Person Specification Professional Experience, Skills and Attributes • Proven experience in facilities management, workplace operations, or employee experience roles (ideally multi-site)., • Strong knowledge of health & safety compliance, building operations, and contractor management., • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels., • Passion for culture, engagement and employee experience., • Highly organised and operationally disciplined, • Ability to design and deliver workplace initiatives that drive connection and collaboration., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal., • Knowledge of basic budgeting and procurement processes., • Comfortable navigating change and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment., • Experience within a scaling or transforming business, ideally post-merger is desirable

About the Company PADELHUB is the home of premium indoor padel — combining world-class courts, welcoming club facilities, and a buzzing social atmosphere. We’re on a mission to make padel the most popular sport in Berkshire and the UK! About the Role We’re looking for an Assistant Hub Manager who’s ready to be on the front line — welcoming players, driving membership, and making sure every visit leaves people wanting more. You’ll play a key role in building a thriving padel community from the ground up. Responsibilities • Supporting the Hub Manager with the day-to-day running of the hub, including:, • Creating and managing staff rotas, • Handling membership queries and ensuring members feel valued, • Assisting with event planning for tournaments, socials, and open days, • Delivering an exceptional experience for members, players, and guests, • Managing bookings and keeping front-of-house operations running smoothly, • Leading and motivating the front-of-house team, • Actively promoting the hub to grow participation and membership, • Ensuring smooth operations and high standards across the venue Qualifications • Experience in a supervisory or assistant manager role (hospitality, leisure, or sport) Required Skills • Passion for delivering outstanding customer service, • A proactive, hands-on approach — willing to roll up your sleeves, • Strong organisational skills for scheduling, planning, and follow-through, • Great communication skills and the ability to inspire a team, • Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and events, • An interest in sport — padel knowledge is a bonus but not essential Equal Opportunity Statement If you’re ready to be part of something new, exciting, and full of potential — apply now and help us put Reading on the UK padel map.

Synechron is looking for a Delivery Manager for an Application Migration project for a national energy firm. The role is accountable for the delivery of application migration initiatives, ensuring work is planned, governed, and delivered in a way that supports organisational objectives while managing risk and uncertainty. Operating in environments where requirements and constraints may evolve, the Delivery Manager is expected to navigate ambiguity, influence across organisational boundaries, and drive clear ownership and resolution of issues, ensuring successful and sustainable migration outcomes. Role: • Lead in identifying, driving ownership of, and resolution to problems, • Focus on outcomes and data points to reflect success, • Shape delivery plans, roadmaps, and milestones, • Ensure dependencies across technology, operations, policy, and data are understood and managed, • Oversee forecasting, capacity planning, and sequencing, • Provide clear visibility of progress, risks, and trade-offs, • Operate within a regulated environment, ensuring appropriate controls are in place, • Manage delivery risks, issues, and escalations, • Work closely with assurance, architecture, and regulatory stakeholders, • Acts as a key interface between: Technology teams, Business and operational leaders, External vendors and delivery partners, Senior executives and governance forums, Aligns diverse stakeholder needs into a coherent delivery approach Experience: • 8+ years as Project Manager in highly regulated, safety-critical environment, • Owning delivery of large, complex, and often multi-year initiatives, • Delivery focused problem solver, • Ensuring work is delivered on time, within agreed constraints, and to the required quality, • Managing delivery across multiple teams, suppliers, and partners, • Experience in software build, deploy and run, • Comfortable in uncertain scenarios requiting the ability to navigate, influence and deliver outcomes This is a permanent or inside IR35 contract role - Strong market rates - Feb start date - Likely long term - Predominantly remote work with occasional travel required Diversity Statement Synechron are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We offer flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programmes to support our global workforce. Empowerment and collaboration are at the core of how we operate. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.