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Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee E-Trade Portfolio Manager Stafford with hybrid working Are you ready to lead and drive business growth in commercial underwriting? QBE is seeking an experienced Underwriting professional to join our team and shape the future of our e-trade portfolio. In this role, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure profitable sales, sustainable growth, and strong customer relationships. You'll be responsible for product strategy, pricing, and portfolio management, while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This is a key leadership role for e-trade, overseeing our P&L for designated business lines including Property, Financial Lines and Cyber. Your new role • Design, develop, and implement portfolio strategy across the value chain, aligned with the overarching business strategy., • Manage the portfolio P&L to achieve targets and drive profitable growth., • Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, including product, pricing, and underwriting standards., • Develop and execute product strategies to support profitability and sustainable growth., • Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team, ensuring effective resource allocation and optimal performance., • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to maximise influence and business outcomes., • Deliver accurate and timely management information to support decision-making., • Translate strategic plans into operational objectives for the business unit., • Develop networks and relationships internally and externally to ensure seamless delivery of the insurance value chain. About You, • Experience in a senior level Underwriting role in a general insurance business., • Proven leadership skills, • Knowledge of e-trade technology and platforms, and how we can best utilise them, • Commercial acumen and senior stakeholder management experience, • Excellent communication and influencing skills Why QBE? At My Best"" "At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created At My Best". It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA."" " We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future - helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage."" " QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation ( )." " With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind."" " To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website. " " At My Best - QBE Benefits"" You are more than your work - and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally." FOR UK ONLY: As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!"" " 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days." Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours." Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary." Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family."" Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent." Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad." Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own." Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000." To find out more visit our" Reward Page" " QBE Awards"" Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;"" " AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year" Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer" UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year" Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award" Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee " You can view all our awards here " " Inclusion of Diversity" We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in." We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page " " Accessibility"" Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware." " ESG & Sustainability" At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future." Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report"" What next?"If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role."" "We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too?"" APPLY NOW and let's make it happen!"" Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Coaching for success, Communication, Critical Thinking, Influencing, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Policy Development, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Team Management How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Motor Underwriter Stafford, with hybrid working Due to internal promotion, we are looking for a Motor Underwriter to join our well established, fast-paced SME motor team based in Stafford. QBE has built a reputation for excellence within the E-Trade SME Motor market, and this is an exciting time to be part of a dynamic business, with ongoing growth aspirations. The role involves underwriting complex new business and offering specialist advice across our SME Motor portfolio. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, and coaching and mentoring Assistant Underwriters. Your role • Underwriting business in accordance with the business plan within set underwriting guidelines, service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority., • Utilise product line expertise to analyse business prospects and recommend profitable risk selection., • Manage key portfolios/accounts with intermediaries., • Establish, strengthen, and develop relationships with stakeholders to maximise influence and achieve business objectives., • Lead profitability and process improvement initiatives by informing senior leaders on best practices and guiding strategic plans., • Maintain in-depth knowledge of current legislation, best practice, underwriting, systems, products and organisational guidelines, • Actively manage your portfolio and relationships with brokers and colleagues to achieve portfolio retention, growth and profitability targets, • Coach and mentor Underwriters & Assistant Underwriters. As required supervise work and ensure procedures and authorities are adhered to., • Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion. About you, • Experience in underwriting commercial Motor business, ideally with a good network of Broker contacts, • An understanding of market dynamics and trends, • Good relationship management through interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate, • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your tasks to gain maximum outcome, • An open mindset that will allow you to innovate and adapt your approach to deliver customer focused solutions, • A knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements At My Best - QBE Benefits "" You are more than your work - and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally." As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!"" " • 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.", • Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.", • Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.", • Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family."", • Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent.", • Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.", • Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own.", • Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.", • To find out more visit our" Reward Page" " QBE Awards" " Some of the award's QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;"" " Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year" Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer" UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year" Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award" Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee " You can view all our awards here " " Inclusion of Diversity " We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in." We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page " " Accessibility "" Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware." " ESG & Sustainability " At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future." Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE's sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative 'Premiums4Good', please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report"" What next?"If you have a passion to contribute to QBE's vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the apply" button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role."" "We believe this is our moment - what if it was yours too?"" APPLY NOW and let's make it happen! "" Skills: Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Value Management, Detail-Oriented, Financial Advising, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio Management, Process Improvements, Professional Networking, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

RPS have an exciting opportunity for a Utility Surveyor to join our Geospatial team. In this dynamic, field-based role, you'll work both independently and as part of a collaborative team on projects that range from routine to highly complex. You'll utilise state-of-the-art equipment to support the delivery of precise field data for Underground Utility Mapping, Drainage Surveys, and various other advanced surveying services About The Team: The RPS Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) team provides industry leading services to the UK Water Industry and our employees are involved in services supporting Water Networks, Drainage, Surveying, Leakage Consultancy, Water Resources and Efficiency. The team analyse complex data and provide pragmatic solutions. This includes reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities. Our team utilise state-of-the-art equipment to support the delivery of precise field data for Underground Utility Mapping, Drainage Surveys, and various other advanced surveying services across the UK and Ireland. As a leading surveying business, we prioritise quality and ensure that every team member understands the significance of their contribution to our exceptional customer experience. About You: As a key member of the Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) business, your role as Utility Surveyor is critical to our strategic priorities - to deliver great work for our clients by providing excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks. Whether you are just starting out or taking the next step in your career, this position provides an opportunity for you to progress with RPS. You will need to work flexibly, working weekends, evenings and overtime if required. Be willing to travel to different locations. It is essential that you enjoy working outdoors, as come rain or shine, you will mostly be outside. Your Responsibilities: Lead and support survey projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope. Collaborate with Senior Surveyors and Survey Managers. Follow technical guidelines to produce quality-controlled survey deliverables. Adhere to safe working practices in various environments. Execute supervised and unsupervised work, following risk assessments. Engage with the public, team members, and clients. Identify and escalate operational, safety, and commercial risks. Comply with company procedures, including safe driving practices. Ensure compliance with quality standards. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience: Expertise in PAS128 standards. Proficiency in using surveying equipment (Electromagnetic, Ground Penetrating Radar) and software (AutoCAD, Microsoft Office). CoStrong written and verbal English skills. A proactive, problem-solving approach with a willingness to learn. Willingness to undergo regular drug and alcohol testing. Flexibility in working hours and good time management. Qualifications: Qualifications: QCF Level 3 in Utility Mapping/Surveying or relevant HNC/Diploma, or proven experience. Full UK driving licence Health and Safety: This role may involve: Moving heavy items including inspection chamber covers. Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work also). You may be required to work in confined spaces and on highways. Please note mandatory drugs and alcohol tests are undertaken for this role and a DBS check will be undertaken. #LI-JP1 TPBN1_UKTJ

Position: Funeral Service Specialist Level One Location: J Haynes Funeral Directors, Eccleshall Job Type: Part-Time, Permanent Salary: £13,384.80 per annum plus commission (OTE: £2-3k per annum) We're looking for an empathetic and well-organised individual to join our team at J Haynes Funeral Directors as a Funeral Service Specialist (Level One). You'll be the first-person families speak to, offering reassurance and support while ensuring every detail is handled with care and professionalism. Based at our branch in Eccleshall , you'll take pride in the day-to-day running of the branch, supporting families, ensuring high standards, and building trusted local relationships. To become the arranger of choice in your community, you'll also be trained to provide guidance on Funeral Plans and support with ceremonial duties when required. * Please be aware this role is lone working* Why This Role Matters... Being a Funeral Service Specialist means playing a central part in one of life's most significant moments. You're often the first person a grieving family turns to, and your presence can shape how they remember the most difficult of days. Your Impact and Responsibilities... This role calls for empathy, confidence, and attention to detail. It's about guiding people through funeral arrangements with care, introducing them to the support we can offer, and ensuring every detail is taken care of. You will be a steady, professional hand when people need it most. As a Funeral Services Specialist (Level One), you will: Supporting families with empathy, professionalism, and attention to detail Arrange funerals that meet family wishes, cultural practices, and legal requirements - arranging funerals with clarity, compassion and precision, offering all relevant products Oversee day-to-day branch operations, including administration and presentation Liaise with suppliers such as ministers, celebrants, and florists Lead chapel visits, as required, supporting the families with their requests Take accountability for raising awareness of funeral plans and contributing to plan sales within the branch Represent the branch in the local community and contribute to outreach Train in Funeral Conducting to assist with ceremonial duties during peak times Uphold Dignity's standards of professionalism, care, and service Skills and Knowledge... We're looking for someone with/is: Comfortable with lone working Is local to the branch, ideally within locations: Eccleshall, Yarnfield, Mill Meece, Stone and local surrounding areas. Compassion, calmness, and empathy in emotionally sensitive situations Communication, organisation, and administrative skills - confident with legal paperwork Confident working independently, with branch-level responsibility Comfortable in settings where the deceased may be resting, including chapel visits Willingness to work flexibly (including weekends/on-call if needed) A Full UK Driving Licence (desirable, not essential) - Ability to travel to client homes and local branches is important Experience in customer service, care, or admin (beneficial - complete training is provided) What We Offer... Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue a qualification through our apprenticeship programme. Commission Potential: up to £2,000.00 OTE per annum Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements. Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family's future. Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing. Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement of 30-33 days per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement. What are the next steps? To join us in this role, hit the 'apply' button to submit your application, and a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch! About Us We are Dignity, one of the UK's oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria across the country. From launching the UK's first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism. We are now building the UK's leading end-of-life company. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the country's most prominent will writer and one of the UK's top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well. Today, we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end-of-life care. Here to help whenever you need us. FCA Statement The FCA regulates us so that some roles may be subject to background checks. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a more inclusive and better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your life looks like, we'd love to hear from you. And if there's anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate, and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right, depending on the number of applications received, to close or extend the closing dates for positions. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application as early as possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

Join RPS as an Experienced Land Surveyor Are you a skilled Land Surveyor looking to advance your career? RPS is seeking a professional to deliver top quality topographical surveys, who is passionate about innovative technologies and has a desire to grow their career in surveying. About the role: Join our team as a Land Surveyor and collaborate closely with the Geospatial team to deliver high-quality geospatial data for diverse surveying projects across the UK and Ireland. Your role will involve conducting surveying services at various locations throughout the UK, as directed. As a leading surveying business, we prioritise quality and ensure that every team member understands the significance of their contribution to our exceptional customer experience. What you'll be doing: Deliver topographical surveys, measured building surveys, and additional surveying services. Full ownership and end-to-end activity delivery on various projects (fieldwork and office duties). Compile survey data and write reports. Collaborate with the Geospatial team on complex projects using the latest surveying equipment. Current experience with topographical surveying services and knowledge of surveying equipment/software. Access to cuttingedge solutions, including Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Mobile Mapping Systems What We're Looking For: TSA/HNC/Diploma in Surveying or related discipline, however, candidates with suitable skills and/or proven experience will also be considered. Prior experience in delivering topographical surveying services essential Competent user of Surveying equipment such as total stations, robotic total stations, data controllers, GNSS systems & laser scanners, would be advantageous. Competent user of surveying software such as SCC, Pix4d, Trimble Access, Business Centre, and Realworks along with experience of Autodesk software such as CAD, and Revit. Training will be provided. GCSEs in maths and English in grades A-C (4-9) MS office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential Full UK driving licence Why Join Us? Competitive salary 24 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday (with option to increase by 5 days) Healthcare benefits Pension scheme Professional memberships Funded professional development Commitment to a manageable work-life balance If you're driven, detail-oriented, and ready to make a significant impact, apply today and become part of a team that's shaping the future of surveying. What's in it for you? We offer a competitive salary, which would be dependent on relevant experience plus a company vehicle and competitive benefits. We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Here you'll find true support and encouragement. We're an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported as far as you want to go. RPS, a Tetra Tech company Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With over 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world's most complex problems. What happens next? Selection will be a one stage interview, either in person or via MS teams. All applications will be considered, please have your CV ready and continue with your application online. #LI-JP1 TPBN1_UKTJ