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hackajob is collaborating with BAE Systems Digital Intelligence to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Manchester \n BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments. \n . \n Business Analyst \n Location: London \n Business Analysts work closely with our clients, acting as the interface between client needs and technical delivery. They support our clients in improving their products and/or services through process improvement, requirements gathering and data analysis. Business Analysts apply appropriate techniques to define, manage and support the implementation of effective solutions to our clients’ business issues. \n The Business Analyst will: \n\n • \n Lead non-complex requirements gathering, process analysis and improvement and data analysis to produce key outputs and artefacts for clients, under the general direction of the team leader and other senior colleagues. Will escalate when issues fall outside of their area of responsibility. \n • \n Apply appropriate techniques and evaluation tools, supported by senior colleagues, to non-complex work in both Agile and Waterfall environments. \n • \n Facilitate elements of workshops and meetings with clients to identify issues, opportunities and explore complex business problems relating to the client’s area of change. \n • \n Have a clear understanding of the client’s organisation and goals and will play an active and impactful part in delivering value as part of a team. \n • \n Influence customers, suppliers and partners at the working-level, forming strong relationships. \n • \n Plan and monitor own work competently within the deadlines set. \n\n In addition to their work on client-facing projects, our Business Analysts are expected to make a varied contribution to the business through the Discipline and/or Business Unit. Examples of contribution include: \n\n • \n Continuous improvement of our business – Leading non-complex process improvements and efficiencies, including collaborating with others on improvement activities within the Discipline, Account or Business Unit. \n • \n People and leadership – coaching junior staff and giving feedback to peers and colleagues, including upwards management, and taking responsibility for own development and performance. Will support new joiners to the organisation and arrange opportunities to network across the organisation to contribute to relationship building and knowledge sharing. \n • \n Client development – developing and using their understanding of our clients and BAE Systems’ market offerings to build relationships and trust, potentially leading to the extension of their own delivery role and others’, to widen the scope of engagement. Will work on bid development to contribute to growth, support recruitment and onboarding, maintain internal and external networks and represent the company at external events. \n • \n Enhancing our collective knowledge supporting the curation and dissemination of tools and methodologies, effectively harnessing existing knowledge and collateral where possible and sharing this wider than the project. \n\n Core Duties \n\n • Investigates customers’ operational needs and problems and opportunities, recommending improvements in automated and non-automated components of new or changed processes and activities.\n, • Evaluates and reconciles information gathered from multiple sources.\n, • Decomposes high-level information into details as well as abstracting from low-level information to a general understanding.\n, • Supports the preparation of reports, inputs into business cases and client deliverables to share findings and recommendations.\n, • Leads the development of specifications and models for non-complex IT systems or software, assisting with testing new solutions.\n\n Requirement Definition and Management \n\n • Defines and manages scoping, requirements definition and prioritisation activities for small-scale changes and assists with more complex change initiatives.\n, • Follows agreed standards and applies appropriate techniques to elicit and document detailed requirements. Provides constructive challenge to stakeholders as required. Reviews requirements for errors and omissions.\n, • Prioritises requirements and documents traceability to source.\n, • Provides input to the requirements baseline/backlog. Investigates, manages and applies requests for changes to requirements, in line with change management policy.\n\n Business Process Improvement \n\n • Leads the design and implementation of process improvements or re-engineering for non-complex business operations and services.\n, • Works under supervision to apply analysis and evaluation skills to support business process tests and usability evaluation.\n, • Conducts business/functional modelling to enable client decisions.\n\n Process Testing \n\n • Designs non-complex process test cases and scripts that cover end-to-end business scenarios.\n, • Actively participates in requirement and design reviews to refine test plans. Prepares and manages test data that accurately mirrors business processes.\n, • Automates repeatable tests for efficiency. Analyses and reports on outcomes, focusing on impacts to business processes.\n\n Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications \n\n • \n A thorough knowledge of analytical techniques, core requirements engineering and core process engineering to apply to problems or opportunities, with experience in applying these in one or more client organisations. \n • \n A strong understanding of Agile approaches, Functional Analysis and User-Centered Design and is able to compare and recommend a suitable approach. \n • \n Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and creatively. \n • \n Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders. \n • \n Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in fast-paced environments. \n • \n Knowledge of industry and market trends, actively developing a breadth of knowledge across the industry. \n\n How we will support you \n\n • Work-life balance is important; you can work around core hours with flexible and part-time working\n, • As many of our customers work predominantly in the office, we expect all of our staff to work at least 3 days per week in the office\n, • You’ll get 25 days holiday a year and the option to buy/sell and carry over from the year before\n, • Our flexible benefits package includes private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, taste cards and more\n, • You’ll have a dedicated Career Manager to help you develop your career and guide you on your journey through BAE\n, • You’ll be part of our company bonus scheme\n, • You are welcome to join any/all of our Diversity and Support groups. These groups cover everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing\n\n Security Clearance is required for this vacancy. If you are not currently Security Cleared, you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. \n About our team \n Our people are what differentiates us; they are resourceful, innovative and dedicated. We have a mix of generalists and specialists and recognise that this diversity contributes to our success. We recognise the benefits of forming teams from a mix of disciplines, which allows us to come up with cutting-edge, high-quality solutions. Our breadth of work across the Public Sector provides diverse opportunities for our people to develop their careers in new areas of expertise and with new clients. \n You’ll be part of a big company, but we try to create a culture that feels like a small one. The work will stretch you and be challenging, but we encourage a healthy work-life balance. Most of all, we know teams who work well together also perform well. We’ll do everything we can to ensure you have fun at work, and in social activities outside of it whether that’s virtually or in person, as conditions allow. \n You will be joining our National Security business which is the largest area within our UK business. Our mission is to be the most trusted partner for our National Security clients in delivery of their core mission. At the end of 2020 we had over 700 employees working across our security and law enforcement customers. This year, we are looking to build on our success and grow even further by recruiting over 100 new members to our team. \n We have a rich history of working within National Security. In fact, we have over 40 years’ experience of delivering advice and solutions to our customers in this sector, supporting them in carrying out their vital missions. \n More about BAE Systems \n You will work for a division of BAE Systems who helps nations, governments and businesses around the world defend themselves against cyber crime, reduce their risk in the connected world, comply with regulation, and transform their operations. We’re a consultancy and products business and employ smart, motivated individuals who work together across a range of projects and products. You’ll get to work on a variety of different systems for different customers throughout your career with us. We’re passionate about Diversity and Inclusion in our workforce and the people you’ll work with will reflect this. We employ over 4,000 people across 18 countries in the Americas, APAC, UK and EMEA. \n For more information please visit our website: \n https://www.baesystems.com/en-uk/uk-businesses/digital-intelligence/mark... \n Help us secure a connected world. Apply now and be inspired. \n Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence \n We are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day. \n By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we’re working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance well-being. \n Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds – the best and brightest minds – can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential. \n Division overview: Government \n At BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, we pride ourselves in being a leader in the cyber defence industry, and Government contracts are an area we have many decades of experience in. Government and key infrastructure networks are critical targets to defend as the effects of these networks being breached can be devastating. \n As a member of the Government business unit, you will defend the connected world and ensure the protection of nations. We all have a role to play in defending our clients, and this is yours.

Contract Manager (Soft Services)\n \n Salary: £48,000 per annum\n \n Location: Oldham, Heywood & Manchester (predominantly based at the Oldham site)\n \n Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, with flexibility to support operational requirements across varying shift patterns. This is a fully site-based role, five days per week.\n \n Lead from the Front. Drive Excellence. Make a Difference. \n \n \nWe're looking for a highly visible...\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Head of Passive fire - Divisional ManagerNorth England (Ideally Sheffield-based) with Nationwide Coverage£70,000 - £80,000 + Car Allowance + BonusAn established Facilities Management organisation is seeking an experienced Passive Fire Director lead and develop their nationwide passive fire division. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, drive operational excellence, and oversee large-scale compliance-focused projects across the UK.Working in partnership with a leading agency, this position is ideally suited to a driven and commercially aware professional with a strong background in passive fire protection and team leadership.Key Responsibilities:Set and deliver the overall operational strategy for the passive fire division, aligning with wider business objectives and growth plansLead the end-to-end delivery of passive fire projects nationwide, ensuring all works are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standardsEnsure full compliance with current fire safety legislation, third-party accreditation requirements, and industry best practices (e.g. FIRAS, BM TRADA)Oversee audit processes, quality assurance programmes, and site inspections to maintain consistent standards across all regionsBuild, lead, and develop a high-performing national team, including Contracts Managers, Supervisors, and site-based operativesImplement training and development plans to upskill teams and maintain competency in line with regulatory requirementsAct as the senior point of contact for key clients, developing long-term relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retentionWork closely with commercial teams on tender submissions, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations to secure new businessMonitor financial performance across projects, managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring profitability targets are met or exceededIdentify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect the business and ensure continuity of serviceDrive continuous improvement initiatives, introducing efficiencies in processes, systems, and resource planningCollaborate with other business units within the FM organisation to ensure integrated service delivery across contractsProvide regular reporting to senior leadership on operational performance, KPIs, compliance metrics, and growth opportunitRequirements:Extensive experience (typically 8–10+ years) within passive fire protection, with a strong track record in senior operational or director-level rolesIn-depth technical knowledge of passive fire measures including fire stopping, compartmentation, fire doors, and fire protection systemsStrong understanding of UK fire safety legislation and guidance, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and relevant British StandardsProven experience managing large-scale, multi-site contracts across a national footprint within the FM, construction, or specialist fire protection sectorsDemonstrable leadership experience managing and developing large teams, including senior managers, with the ability to build high-performing, accountable culturesExperience working with third-party accreditation schemes such as FIRAS, BM TRADA, or equivalent, with a clear understanding of audit and compliance processesCommercially astute with experience in P&L responsibility, budget management, cost control, and driving profitability across business unitsStrong experience in client relationship management, particularly with Tier 1 contractors, public sector frameworks, housing associations, or blue-chip clientsProven ability to contribute to and win new business, including involvement in tendering, bid writing, and strategic growth initiativesExcellent knowledge of health & safety legislation and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of HSEQ across all operationsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and implement effective solutionsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage at board level as well as across operational teamsFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide as requiredWhat's on Offer:Competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000Car allowanceBonusOpportunity to lead a growing national divisionCareer progression within a forward-thinking organisationThis is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional looking to make a significant impact within a reputable and expanding FM business.TPBN1_UKTJ

\n Your new company \n You'll be joining a large, highly regulated, international organisation operating at the forefront of innovation, technology and financial services. The in-house legal function plays a strategic role across the business, supporting complex commercial activity, capital projects, technology transformation and real estate initiatives while managing legal and regulatory risk at scale. The team is recognised as a centre of excellence, partnering closely with procurement, technology, corporate real estate and frontline business teams to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice. Your new role \n As a Construction and Commercial/Technology Lawyer, you will join a global Commercial, Innovation and Technology legal team, advising on a broad range of construction, commercial and technology matters. You will act as a trusted legal adviser to stakeholders across procurement, capital projects, technology and wider business functions, helping to manage legal risk and support key strategic initiatives. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Providing commercially focused legal advice on construction, real estate, procurement, commercial and technology matters.\n, • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of agreements relating to construction projects, consultancy services, technology solutions and outsourced services.\n, • Advising on the procurement and delivery of complex construction, workplace, facilities and real estate projects across multiple jurisdictions.\n, • Supporting the negotiation of consultant, contractor and framework agreements.\n, • Developing and implementing legal strategies that support effective risk management and regulatory compliance.\n, • Monitoring legal and regulatory developments and advising on their impact on the business.\n, • Identifying legal and regulatory risks and providing practical mitigation strategies.\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you will bring: \n\n • Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or equivalent legal professional in the UK or a comparable jurisdiction, with relevant post-qualification experience gained in-house and/or private practice.\n, • The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and build strong relationships with stakeholders across legal and business functions.\n, • A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute positively to wider team and organisational objectives.\n\n Ideally, you will also have experience in one or more of the following areas: \n \n\n • Advising corporate real estate, capital projects or procurement teams on complex construction, workplace, facilities management and real estate projects.\n, • Negotiating consultant appointments, contractor agreements and framework arrangements.\n, • Advising on a broad range of commercial and technology agreements, including software licences, SaaS and cloud services, and professional services agreements.\n, • Advising financial services organisations or working within a regulated environment.\n, • Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements affecting financial institutions, such as outsourcing, ring-fencing, operational resilience or related regulatory frameworks.\n, • Familiarity with industry-standard construction and consultancy contracting models and framework-based procurement structures.\n\n What you'll get in return \n In return, you'll benefit from a highly competitive package including: \n\n • Performance-related bonus\n, • Exceptionally generous pension\n, • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days\n, • Private medical insurance\n, • Life assurance and income protection\n, • Access to a wide range of flexible benefits, including dental cover and gym membership\n, • Hybrid working and a strong commitment to wellbeing, learning and career development\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, \n \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

About The RoleJoin the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family! At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations: - Enhanced pension schemePrivate health schemeProfit related payExperience annual pay reviewsOnsite gymEmployee discount schemeHoliday purchase schemeLong service days holidaysPaid social eventsUnlock your potential through training and growth opportunitiesThe OpportunityAs Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of site-wide engineering operations, ensuring our facilities, plant, and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. We are looking for a seasoned Engineering Manager to support an operational turnaround, drive cultural change, and embed a high-performance engineering culture across the site.You'll lead the engineering strategy while delivering world-class standards in maintenance, compliance, asset care, and capital project delivery.Working closely with Operations, Technical, Finance, HR, and other key stakeholders, you'll play a critical role in improving operational performance, supporting future growth, and developing a high-performing engineering team capable of delivering sustainable business improvements. Key Responsibilities :Lead and develop the Engineering and Site Services teams, creating a high-performing, safety-focused culture.Own and deliver the site engineering strategy, ensuring plant, equipment and facilities support business objectives.Drive engineering excellence through effective maintenance planning, asset care and operational performance management. Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, legal and regulatory standards across all engineering activities.Develop and manage engineering budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities and deliver continuous improvement initiatives.Lead the planning and delivery of capital investment projects, including a rolling 3–5-year capital programme.Build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate with Operations, Technical and Support teams to maximise site performance and reliability.The Ideal Candidate We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience: -Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.Proven experience in an Engineering Manager or senior engineering leadership role within manufacturing.Formal management qualification.NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.Strong experience managing maintenance operations, budgets and engineering teams.Demonstrable experience leading safety, compliance and continuous improvement programmes.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWe also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role. Join us at Samworth Brothers, where you'll be more than just a team member – you'll be an integral part of our thriving family. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us!About YouAbout UsBased in Manchester, Soreen is a cherished part of the Samworth Brothers family. With over 85 years of baking heritage, we’re the proud makers of the UK’s favourite fruit and malt loaves—enjoyed by more than 1.1 million consumers every week. Soreen blends the success of a leading bakery with the warmth of an iconic brand, fuelled by passion, innovation, and a commitment to quality. Behind every slice is a team of outstanding, dedicated professionals who bring our products to life. At Soreen, we’re more than just a bakery—we’re a family. Our collaborative culture and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive. Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special! We’re an Equal Opportunities employer and proud to make diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know. Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative. All LocationsTrafford ParkAll Locations is a required fieldAll DepartmentsEngineeringAll Departments is a required fieldAdvertising SalaryNot SpecifiedVacancy TypePermanentNormal Working Days:Monday - FridayNormal Start & Finish Time:08:00 - 16:00

Underwriting & Governance Analyst (Underwriting Enablement Team Lead)Leeds (Preferred) | Manchester | BirminghamHybrid Working – 3 days in the office, 2 days from homeShape the future of underwriting governance at Markel !At Markel, we believe insurance is about far more than policies and paperwork. It's about helping people move forward with confidence and supporting businesses when they need us most. As we continue to evolve our underwriting function, we're creating an exciting new opportunity for an ambitious underwriting professional to join us as an Underwriting & Governance Analyst, taking a lead role within our newly established Underwriting Enablement Team. This isn't a traditional governance role.We're looking for someone who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves on technical underwriting matters whilst helping lead and develop a team. It's a unique opportunity to step into a player-coach leadership role, combining governance expertise, technical underwriting support, stakeholder management and people leadership. If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence how a function operates, build new processes, develop people and work closely with senior underwriting leaders, this could be your next career move.The Opportunity:Reporting directly to the Underwriting Director, you'll play a critical role in supporting the wider underwriting leadership team by ensuring robust governance, regulatory compliance, underwriting controls and operational excellence across the business.You'll be responsible for helping maintain the frameworks and processes that keep our underwriting function operating effectively, while also leading and developing a newly formed team that supports Product, Pricing and Underwriting leaders across Markel UK.This role offers significant visibility across the business and the opportunity to help shape how the Underwriting Enablement Team develops over the coming years.What You'll Be Doing:Technical Underwriting & GovernanceMaintaining underwriting governance standards across the businessReviewing and approving non-standard endorsementsSupporting underwriting controls, delegated authorities and governance processesMonitoring adherence to underwriting guidelines and protocolsSupporting the implementation of legal and regulatory changesAnalysing underwriting data and governance reportingWorking closely with Product Line Leaders and senior stakeholdersSupporting governance, reinsurance and operational projects that contribute to profitability and regulatory objectivesActing as a key point of contact for governance-related queries and technical underwriting supportTeam LeadershipLeading, coaching and developing the Underwriting Enablement TeamProviding guidance, support and performance management across the teamAllocating and prioritising workloadsBuilding processes, structure and operating models within a newly created functionHelping shape the future direction of the team as it grows and evolvesBusiness PartnershipBuilding strong relationships with Underwriting Product Leaders, Pricing and senior managementDriving continuous improvement and process efficiencySupporting strategic underwriting priorities while ensuring governance excellenceChampioning knowledge sharing and technical excellence across Markel UKWhat We're Looking For:We're open to candidates from a variety of underwriting backgrounds, but you'll ideally bring:Significant experience within underwriting, technical broking or a governance-focused insurance roleStrong technical underwriting knowledgeExperience working with underwriting controls, governance or regulatory requirementsExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsStrong analytical and organisational abilitiesExperience coaching, mentoring or leading othersACII qualification (or progression towards completion) would be advantageousA proactive, improvement-focused mindset with an interest in using technology and AI to improve processesProduct experience within: Financial Lines, Liability, Commercial insurance would be beneficial, however we're primarily looking for strong technical underwriting capability and leadership potential.Why This Role?This role offers something genuinely different.You'll have the opportunity to:Lead a newly created team and help define its future directionCombine technical underwriting expertise with people leadershipWork closely with senior underwriting leaders and decision-makersGain broad exposure across Product, Pricing and Underwriting functionsInfluence governance standards and operational excellence across the businessBuild leadership experience in a highly visible role with significant growth potentialWhy Markel?At Markel, we're proud of our people-first culture. We combine the ambition and opportunity of a global specialist insurer with the collaboration and support of a close-knit team. We empower our colleagues to take ownership, challenge the status quo and continuously develop their careers.What's in it for you?Competitive salaryAnnual bonus opportunity25 days holiday plus bank holidaysOption to buy and sell annual leavePrivate medical and dental coverCompany pension schemeLife assuranceIncome protectionTravel insuranceFully funded CII qualificationsOngoing career development and progression opportunitiesA flexible, supportive and inclusive working environmentReady to take the next step?If you're a technically strong underwriting professional who's ready to step into a broader leadership role and help shape the future of underwriting governance at Markel, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and become part of a business that puts people first and continuously strives for better.Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at rec@markel.com or call us at 0161 507 5827 to request any accommodations that may be needed. This includes any alternative formats of any documents or information on how to apply offline.#LI-PC1#LI-Hybrid #PlayYourPartUKSummaryLocation: Leeds - UK; Manchester - UK; Birmingham - UKType: Full time

Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.Job DescriptionStart here. Grow here. We are trusted by the world's leading Hyperscalers and Data Centre operators to deliver the critical HV infrastructure that underpins their most ambitious programmes. Our clients include globally recognised names driving the cloud computing revolution — organisations that demand the highest standards of engineering excellence, reliability, and technical innovation.As an Associate Director, you will be at the heart of this work, leading end-to-end HV substation design for hyperscale and co-location data centre clients across the UK, Ireland and Europe, shaping grid-scale power infrastructure from concept through to energisation on projects that few engineers get the opportunity to be involved in.Here’s what you’ll do:Lead HV substation technical discussions with data centre clients and multi-disciplinary teams -establishing scopes, defining interfaces between HV infrastructure and site power systems (e.g. MSBs, UPS, generators), and ensuring coordinated deliveryDirect the technical delivery of substation design for data centre grid connections and on-site HV networks, agreeing approach with engineering teams, monitoring progress, and quality-checking deliverables prior to client issueApply lifecycle expertise — from grid connection studies and concept design through FEED and detailed design — to deliver HV substation schemes that meet the power density and availability demands of data centre campusesLiaise with project management teams to develop resourcing forecasts and programmes aligned to data centre construction schedules and critical path milestonesDemonstrate commercial awareness through proposal development, project cost monitoring, and identifying opportunities to expand HV scope on data centre frameworksBuild trusted relationships with data centre developers, hyperscale operators, and utility stakeholders, understanding their grid connection strategies and availability requirementsChampion safety in design principles across all HV substation deliverables, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and the specific operational safety requirements of energised data centre environmentsMentor and develop junior engineers, building team capability in HV substation design for data centre applications over the medium and long termEnjoy the Perks. At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.QualificationsReady to push the limits of what's possible in data centre power infrastructure?Here’s what we’re looking for:Experience in consultancy, contractor, or utility roles in the energy sector, with exposure to data centre grid connections or critical power infrastructure strongly preferredBackground working with Data Centre Clients , TSOs, DNOs and, or other UK/Ireland transmission utilities or developers — particularly on connection agreements relevant to large power users or data centresProven experience delivering HV infrastructure design at concept, FEED, and detailed design stages, with an understanding of the reliability and N+1/N+2 redundancy expectations of data centre operatorsStrong understanding of electrical AC HV plant and equipment — both AIS and GIS — including switchgear, busbars, cabling, earthing, and civil interfacesWorking knowledge of National Grid standards, specifications, and connection requirements, including G99 and grid code complianceProposal and bid development experience, including leading multi-discipline submissions for data centre HV infrastructure or grid connection projectsExperience of design management and site construction review; primary plant focus is essential, with secondary systems knowledge (protection, control, SCADA) advantageous.Familiarity with control systems, power transformers, HV protection & control schemes; knowledge of HVDC or high-capacity interconnectors is a plusWe celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!Additional InformationInterested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn (Francesca Siddle).About AECOMAECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Construction

Job ID: 40841Reference: 300015453042835Location: London, Greater London, United Kingdom | Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom | Bristol, United Kingdom | Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom | Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom | Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom | Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom | Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom | Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom | Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom | Cambridge, East of England, United KingdomDepartment: Water EngineeringBusiness Unit: AUK UKWork Type: On-siteDate Posted: 2026-05-26Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.Role description:As a Principal Clean Water Modeller, you will provide technical leadership in the development and application of clean water (potable water) distribution network models. You will support planning, resilience, operational strategy, and capital delivery projects, leading the quality and assurance of modelling outputs. Working closely with clients and internal teams, you will define robust, fit-for-purpose modelling approaches that support sustainable outcomes and Arcadis’ purpose of improving quality of life.Role accountabilities:Technical Leadership & GovernanceAct as technical lead for clean water modelling commissions, defining modelling strategies and ensuring outputs are fit for purpose.Provide independent technical assurance, model reviews, and sign-off of deliverables with clear audit trails.Develop and promote best practice, guidance, and standard templates across the modelling community.Modelling DeliveryBuild, update, and maintain clean water network models (steady-state and extended period simulation).Undertake demand allocation, asset representation (pumps, PRVs, reservoirs, tanks), and operational control logic.Carry out calibration and validation against flow, pressure, and level data.Deliver scenario modelling to support growth, resilience, outage planning, pressure management, leakage reduction, and investment planning.Standards, Specifications & QualityEnsure compliance with client modelling specifications and water company standards.Maintain rigorous documentation, change control, and model development records.Client & Stakeholder ManagementLead technical discussions with clients, clearly explaining assumptions, limitations, and results.Support scope definition, data strategy, and confidence assessment at project inception.Line Management, Coaching & CommunityMentor and develop junior and senior modellers, supporting technical excellence and capability growth.Contribute to resource planning, task leadership, and a collaborative team culture.Work Winning & GrowthSupport bids and proposals, including defining modelling methodologies, scope, programme, and fee inputs.Qualifications & Experience:Typical Software & ToolsClean water modelling software (e.g. InfoWorks WS Pro, Synergi Water, EPANET).GIS platforms (ArcGIS / QGIS).Data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Python, databases).EssentialDegree (or equivalent experience) in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.Significant experience in clean water distribution network modelling within consultancy or water company environments.Strong understanding of water distribution hydraulics and operational behaviour.Proven ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and QA records.DesirableChartered (or working towards chartership) with a relevant professional institution (e.g. ICE, CIWEM).Experience with water quality modelling concepts (e.g. water age, chlorine decay).Experience developing automation, QA tools, or advanced GIS/data workflows.Why Arcadis?We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.Together, we can create a lasting legacy.Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We believe that by working together diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative ideas. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success. #LI-TW1 #WaterManagement

Finance Director | Onsite (5 days a week) | Trafford Park | Paying upto £120,000 \n Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly respected construction business to appoint a Finance Director. \n This is a key board-level appointment within a growing, privately owned organisation that has built an outstanding reputation across the UK through its commitment to operational excellence, long-term client relationships and successful project delivery. \n The successful candidate will be a commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys being close to the operation, influencing strategic decisions and helping drive business performance. This role offers a genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the business while leading a capable finance team and partnering closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team. The Opportunity\n As Finance Director, you will take ownership of the finance function whilst acting as a trusted adviser to the Board. You will provide robust financial leadership, commercial insight and strategic support to ensure the business continues to achieve its growth ambitions. \n This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who is equally comfortable in the boardroom, reviewing financial performance, as they are supporting operational teams, improving processes and driving change across the organisation. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial control, governance and reporting.\n, • Provide strategic financial leadership to the Board and senior management team.\n, • Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and board reporting.\n, • Drive commercial decision-making through insightful financial analysis and business partnering.\n, • Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships.\n, • Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes.\n, • Support business growth initiatives, investment decisions and strategic projects.\n, • Enhance financial systems, reporting capabilities and internal controls.\n, • Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes, tax compliance and regulatory requirements.\n, • Develop strong relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, insurers and advisers.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve profitability, operational efficiency and business performance.\nAbout You\n We're interested in speaking with commercially focused finance leaders who combine strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, solutions-driven approach. \n You will ideally have: \n\n • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.\n, • Previous experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance or senior financial leadership level.\n, • Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, contracting or project-based environments.\n, • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.\n, • Proven experience leading finance teams and driving business improvement initiatives.\n, • Strong forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning capabilities.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.\nWhy Apply?\n This is an opportunity to join a successful business with a strong market reputation, ambitious growth plans and a leadership team that values finance as a key driver of performance. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, supporting operational excellence and helping deliver the next phase of the company's growth journey. \n For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact us directly. \n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Are you a Principal or Senior civil engineering professional looking to take ownership of complex, high-value infrastructure projects? As a Principal Civil Engineer, you’ll lead design excellence across mission-critical developments while shaping standards, mentoring teams, and influencing delivery at the earliest stages. \n \n What’s in it for you \n Technical Leadership & Ownership – You’ll take the lead on civil engineering design for large-scale data centre and infrastructure projects, setting direction from concept through delivery and ensuring solutions are practical, efficient, and buildable. \n Early-Stage Influence – Working closely with clients and internal stakeholders, you’ll shape masterplanning, site feasibility and earthworks strategies, giving you real influence at the point where key engineering decisions are made. \n Mentorship & Team Development – Your experience will directly support the development of junior and mid-level engineers. Through guidance, review, and coaching, you’ll help grow capability across the team while strengthening overall design quality. \n Professional Growth & Visibility – As a senior technical authority, you’ll gain exposure across regional and global programmes, positioning yourself for further progression into technical leadership or discipline management roles. \n Values-Driven Environment – Join a collaborative culture built on Accountability, Integrity, Simplicity and Supportiveness, where expertise is recognised and quality is never compromised. \n \n Essential Skills / Experience \n\n • Degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/BSc or equivalent)\n, • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership\n, • Proven experience delivering civil engineering design for large, complex projects\n, • Strong knowledge of earthworks, drainage, external works and infrastructure design\n, • Confidence leading technical delivery, reviews and client engagement\n, • Solid understanding of relevant codes, standards and regulatory requirements\n\n In addition, you will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions, investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes. you can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive relevant support. \n \n Company Overview \n Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. \n We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and wider specialist infrastructure disciplines. \n Our teams support projects across all areas of the construction industry, offering practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real-world installation, maintenance and operational performance. \n As one of the fastest-growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression—many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues, while receiving the recognition you deserve. \n Ready to take the lead? Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together.

CMDB Manager - Manchester (Hybrid)£56,000 + BenefitsThe Role If you enjoy bringing structure to complex technology environments, improving data quality, and creating the foundations that enable better IT decision-making, this CMDB Manager role offers a genuine opportunity to make an impact. This is a newly created position and will play a key part in the implementation of a new CMDB platform. You'll take ownership of Configuration Management across the technology estate, ensuring the CMDB becomes a trusted source of truth that supports operational excellence, governance, and service delivery. The Opportunity This is more than a BAU CMDB role. You'll have the chance to build the Configuration Management capability from the ground up, defining processes, establishing governance, driving adoption, and ensuring the organisation gets real value from its CMDB investment. Working closely with Service Management, Change, Asset Management, Infrastructure, and Support teams, you'll become the subject matter expert for Configuration Management and help embed it as a core ITSM discipline across the business. What You'll Be Doing \n\n • Leading the implementation, design, and population of a new CMDB platform.\n, • Defining configuration item models, taxonomy, attribute schemas, and relationship mapping.\n, • Acting as the product owner for the CMDB, managing platform configuration, integrations, and ongoing development.\n, • Establishing Configuration Management policies, processes, and governance frameworks.\n, • Driving automation through discovery and data import mechanisms to improve accuracy and reduce manual effort.\n, • Owning data quality, audits, reconciliations, and lifecycle management of configuration items.\n, • Working closely with Change, Incident, Problem, and Asset Management teams to ensure the CMDB remains accurate and relevant.\n, • Building relationships across technology teams and creating a network of data owners and custodians.\n, • Producing meaningful reporting, metrics, and CMDB health dashboards for leadership teams.\n\n What You Bring \n\n • Experience working in Configuration Management, ITSM, or IT Asset Management environments.\n, • Proven experience implementing or maturing a CMDB capability.\n, • Strong understanding of ITIL Configuration Management and its relationship with Change, Incident, and Problem Management.\n, • Experience with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow, Ivanti, BMC Helix, or similar.\n, • Strong data analysis and governance skills.\n, • The ability to influence stakeholders and drive adoption without direct authority.\n, • An organised, detail-focused approach combined with the ability to see the bigger picture.\n\n Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to own and shape a Configuration Management function from the beginning. You'll have the autonomy to establish best practice, implement meaningful change, and create a capability that delivers lasting value across the wider technology organisation. \n Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Description - Mechanical Engineer (Hydraulics) \n Location: Greater ManchesterSalary: £60,000 per annumContract Type: PermanentHours: 47.5 hours per weekWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 17:00Break: 30 minutes per dayReporting To: Engineering Manager \n About the Company \n Our client is a leading manufacturer operating within a highly automated process manufacturing environment. Supplying a range of industrial sectors, the business is committed to innovation, quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineer into a newly created position within their Engineering team. \n The Role \n We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with strong hydraulics expertise to support the maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of mechanical and hydraulic systems within a busy manufacturing environment. \n The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of critical production equipment and associated plant utilities. This is a hands-on role requiring strong diagnostic abilities, excellent fault-finding skills, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability and continuous improvement. \n Key Responsibilities \n Mechanical & Hydraulic Maintenance \n\n • Provide technical support for mechanical and hydraulic systems across the site.\n, • Diagnose and rectify mechanical and hydraulic faults to minimise downtime.\n, • Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment, hydraulic power units, cylinders, pumps, valves, accumulators, material handling systems, and site utilities.\n, • Monitor hydraulic system performance and implement reliability improvements.\n, • Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.\n, • Support preventative and predictive maintenance programmes.\n\n Reliability & Continuous Improvement \n\n • Drive equipment reliability initiatives to improve plant availability and operational performance.\n, • Identify opportunities to optimise hydraulic systems and improve efficiency.\n, • Analyse maintenance and downtime data to identify improvement opportunities.\n, • Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.\n, • Recommend upgrades and improvements to ageing equipment.\n\n Engineering Projects \n\n • Lead and support engineering projects from concept through to installation and commissioning.\n, • Specify and procure mechanical and hydraulic equipment.\n, • Coordinate contractors and suppliers during project execution.\n, • Review and update engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.\n, • Support plant modifications and capital investment projects.\n\n Health, Safety & Compliance \n\n • Ensure all engineering activities comply with health and safety legislation and company standards.\n, • Participate in risk assessments, permit-to-work systems, and safe systems of work.\n, • Support internal and external audits.\n, • Promote a positive safety culture throughout the site.\n\n Technical Support \n\n • Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance and production teams.\n, • Develop maintenance procedures and engineering standards.\n, • Assist in training and developing engineers, technicians, and apprentices.\n\n Skills & Experience Required \n Essential \n\n • Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.\n, • Minimum three years' experience within manufacturing, heavy industrial, or process environments.\n, • Strong knowledge of:\n, • Hydraulic systems and components\n, • Hydraulic power units\n, • Pumps, motors, cylinders and valves\n, • Mechanical power transmission systems\n, • Pneumatic systems\n, • Bearings, conveyors, gearboxes and rotating equipment\n, • Proven fault-finding and repair experience on complex hydraulic systems.\n, • Knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance methodologies.\n, • Experience using CMMS systems and Microsoft Office.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Experience within rubber, polymer, tyre, chemical, or process manufacturing environments.\n, • Experience working with mixing, compounding, or heavy process equipment.\n, • Hydraulic qualifications or specialist hydraulic training.\n, • Ability to interpret hydraulic schematics and engineering drawings.\n, • Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience.\n, • Previous project management involvement.\n\n Key Competencies \n\n • Advanced hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.\n, • Strong mechanical engineering knowledge.\n, • Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities.\n, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\n, • Strong communication and teamwork skills.\n, • High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.\n, • Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.\n\n Package & Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary of £60,000 per annum\n, • Permanent position\n, • Monday to Friday working pattern (07:00 - 17:00)\n, • No shift work\n, • 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays\n, • Company pension scheme (3% Employee Contribution / 9% Employer Contribution)\n, • On-site parking\n, • Opportunity to join a growing engineering function in a newly created role\n, • Long-term career development opportunities within an established manufacturing environment\n\n Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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Continuous Improvement / Business Operations Development Manager \n Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester \n Salary: £45,000 per annum \n Contract: Permanent, Full Time \n The Company \n Our client is a well-established aerospace manufacturer supplying precision-engineered components and assemblies to major global OEMs and Tier 1 aerospace customers. Renowned for quality, innovation and on-time delivery, the business continues to invest in its people, processes and operational capabilities to support ongoing growth. \n As part of this commitment, they are looking to appoint a Continuous Improvement / Business Operations Development Manager to drive operational excellence and support the development of efficient, scalable manufacturing processes across the business. \n The Role \n This is an exciting opportunity for an improvement-focused manufacturing professional to take ownership of continuous improvement initiatives across production and business operations. \n Working closely with the leadership team, engineering, quality and production departments, you will identify opportunities for improvement, implement lean manufacturing techniques and help create a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organisation. \n The position would suit someone with experience within aerospace, precision engineering, sheet metal fabrication or a similar manufacturing environment, particularly those who can confidently read and understand technical engineering drawings. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead continuous improvement projects across manufacturing and operational departments.\n, • Analyse existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and quality.\n, • Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and drive a culture of continuous improvement.\n, • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.\n, • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).\n, • Facilitate process mapping and workflow improvement activities.\n, • Work closely with Production, Quality and Engineering teams to improve operational performance.\n, • Identify waste and implement cost-saving initiatives.\n, • Support employee engagement and continuous improvement training programmes.\n, • Drive standardisation of processes and best practice across the business.\n, • Present improvement plans and project updates to senior management.\n\n Candidate Requirements \n Essential \n\n • Previous experience in a Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Improvement or Business Improvement role.\n, • Experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment.\n, • Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.\n, • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.\n, • Ability to lead improvement projects from concept through to implementation.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Aerospace manufacturing experience.\n, • Sheet metal fabrication background.\n, • Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings.\n, • Knowledge of AS9100 quality standards.\n, • Lean Six Sigma qualification (Yellow, Green or Black Belt).\n, • Experience working within a precision engineering environment.\n\n The Person \n You will be a hands-on individual with a passion for improving processes and driving positive change. Comfortable working both on the shop floor and with senior management, you will be capable of identifying opportunities, influencing stakeholders and delivering measurable business improvements. \n This opportunity would suit candidates currently working as: \n\n • Continuous Improvement Engineer\n, • Continuous Improvement Manager\n, • Manufacturing Engineer\n, • Production Engineer\n, • Operational Excellence Engineer\n, • Business Improvement Coordinator\n, • Lean Manufacturing Specialist\n, • Operations Improvement Manager\n\n Benefits \n\n • £45,000 salary\n, • Company pension\n, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays\n, • Ongoing training and development\n, • Excellent long-term career prospects\n, • Opportunity to work within a growing aerospace manufacturing business supplying major OEM customers\n\n INDWIN \n Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. 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Senior Automation Manager role based in Manchester. Working for an industry leading manufacturing company. \n Client Details \n Our client is a growing manufacturing company based in Manchester \n Description \n We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Automation Manager to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of automation, controls, and industrial digitalisation initiatives across our manufacturing operations. \n This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and future development of our manufacturing control systems, while driving operational excellence, productivity improvements, quality enhancement, and cost reduction through innovative automation solutions. \n The successful candidate will lead a team of engineers and technicians, manage capital automation projects, and work closely with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support business objectives with automation engineering practices. \n\n • Develop and execute the site's automation and controls strategy aligned with business goals.\n, • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of automation and controls engineers.\n, • Manage automation projects from concept through design, commissioning, and handover.\n, • Ensure optimal performance and reliability of PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and industrial network systems.\n, • Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency gains, and manufacturing innovation.\n, • Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex control system issues.\n, • Drive implementation of Industry 4.0, digital manufacturing, and smart factory technologies.\n, • Manage relationships with system integrators, contractors, and equipment suppliers.\n, • Develop and maintain controls standards, documentation, and engineering best practices.\n, • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.\n, • Support capital investment planning and budget management for automation projects.\n, • Lead cybersecurity initiatives relating to operational technology (OT) systems.\n, • Monitor emerging technologies and recommend solutions that enhance operational performance.\n\n \n Profile \n Required Skills & Experience \n\n • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.\n, • Significant experience in an automation, controls, or industrial engineering role within a manufacturing environment.\n, • Previous leadership or management experience in this role.\n, • Strong knowledge of PLC programming, preferably Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, or Mitsubishi platforms.\n, • Experience with HMI, SCADA, DCS, and industrial communication protocols.\n, • Proven track record of delivering automation and continuous improvement projects.\n, • Understanding of manufacturing processes and operational excellence methodologies.\n, • Experience with industrial networking, OT infrastructure, and cybersecurity principles.\n, • Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities.\n\n Desirable Experience \n\n • Experience within high-volume manufacturing environments.\n, • Knowledge of robotics, machine vision, automated material handling, or warehouse automation.\n, • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement qualifications.\n, • Experience implementing Industry 4.0 technologies and data-driven manufacturing solutions.\n, • Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional accreditation\n\n \n Job Offer \n £80,000 to £100,000 depending on current salary and experience, plus bonus and benefits \n \n About You \n You are a proactive and commercially minded engineering leader who is passionate about automation and manufacturing excellence. You combine strong technical expertise with excellent leadership skills and enjoy delivering innovative solutions that improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance. \n \n If you are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of manufacturing through automation and digitalisation, we would love to hear from you

CompanyAn established international organisation is seeking a Group Financial Accounting Manager to join its senior finance leadership team. This is a highly visible appointment within a complex multi entity environment, offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence financial governance, reporting standards and operational excellence across multiple jurisdictions.The position has arisen due to succession requirements and offers the successful individual the opportunity to take ownership of a substantial financial accounting function while contributing to wider strategic finance initiativesKey Responsibilities\n\n • Lead, coach and develop a geographically dispersed team of finance professionals.\n, • Oversee financial accounting activities across multiple legal entities and international locations.\n, • Manage monthly close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting into group consolidation.\n, • Drive improvements in financial controls, reporting quality and month end efficiencies.\n, • Lead statutory reporting activities and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.\n, • Manage external audit processes and coordinate relationships with auditors across multiple jurisdictions.\n, • Maintain oversight of tax compliance, governance and financial control frameworks.\n, • Review balance sheet risks and opportunities, providing meaningful insight to senior leadership.\n, • Support corporate projects including acquisitions, disposals and finance transformation initiatives.\n, • Act as a trusted business partner to finance and non-finance stakeholders across the organisation.\nKey Skills preferred\n\n, • Qualified accountant \n, • Strong audit foundation with extensive post qualification experience.\n, • Significant financial accounting and statutory reporting expertise.\n, • Strong understanding of IFRS and complex accounting environments.\n, • Experience gained within a multi entity, international organisation.\n, • Exposure to ERP and group consolidation systems is advantageous.\n, • Strong governance, compliance and external audit experience.\n, • Proven experience leading and developing sizeable teams.\n, • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.\n, • Comfortable operating across different cultures and geographical locations.\n, • Collaborative and approachable leadership style.\n, • Commercially minded with strong problem solving capabilities.\n, • Ability to balance technical excellence with effective people leadership.\n, • Experience managing remote or international teams is highly desirable.\nThis is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance leader seeking a broad, high impact role with genuine scope to influence, develop teams and contribute to strategic decision making within a complex international environment.If you combine strong technical accounting credentials with proven leadership ability and enjoy operating in a fast paced, multi stakeholder environment, we would welcome a confidential conversation to discuss the opportunity in more detail

Reporting to the Divisional CFO, the Divisional Financial Controller will lead divisional financial control, consolidation, reporting, technical accounting and governance activities across an international professional services group. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reporting, strengthening financial controls and supporting the successful integration of acquired businesses. \n Client Details \n Our client is a purpose-led growing division of a $2bil+ private equity backed international services business with operations across multiple countries and a strong track record of delivering complex, high-value projects for a diverse client base. Backed by its global parent, the business is investing in its people, systems and capabilities to support continued growth, integration and operational excellence. \n Description \n\n • Lead the divisional financial control function, encompassing consolidation, reporting, technical accounting, tax and financial controls.\n, • Own divisional actuals reporting across P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant submissions to group stakeholders.\n, • Prepare and review reporting packs, including commentary, variance analysis, KPIs, trends, risks and key business issues.\n, • Build strong relationships with regional finance teams and establish robust reporting processes, governance and deadlines.\n, • Oversee working capital performance and support the implementation of best-practice financial management across the business.\n, • Act as the lead for technical accounting matters, ensuring appropriate accounting treatments and documentation standards.\n, • Coordinate the consolidated statutory audit process and manage relationships with external auditors and senior stakeholders.\n, • Review and enhance internal control frameworks, identifying risks and driving remediation where required.\n, • Lead finance workstreams relating to acquisitions, including reporting, controls, treasury and cash flow integration.\n, • Develop and mentor a specialist finance team, fostering a culture of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.\n\n Profile \n\n • Significant financial control experience within a complex international group.\n, • Best-in-class technical accounting expertise across consolidation, group reporting and statutory audit, with the ability to operate effectively in a multi-entity environment.\n, • Experience of being involved with complex change and transformation programmes, covering systems, people and processes.\n, • Proven leadership experience, with the ability to influence finance teams and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.\n, • Experience supporting post-acquisition integration activities would be advantageous.\n, • Additional European language skills and experience within professional services environments would be beneficial.\n\n Job Offer \n The numbers \n\n • Basic salary in the range of £120,000-£150,000, dependent on experience and location.\n, • STIP company bonus scheme up to 10% annually; LTIP scheme.\n, • 6% employer contribution pension scheme.\n, • Family private medical insurance.\n, • Annual leave of 33 days (growing with service) inclusive of statutory holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 days.\n\n \n The career \n\n • A high-profile leadership opportunity within a growing international professional services organisation.\n, • Significant exposure to executive leadership and group-level stakeholders.\n, • The opportunity to shape reporting, controls and integration activities across a global business.\n, • A collaborative and inclusive culture that values professional development, flexibility and continuous improvement.\n, • Strong long-term career progression potential as the organisation continues its growth journey.\n

Intro \n A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. \n The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. \n The Company \n A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. \n The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. \n The Role \n Based in Manchester and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off\n, • Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast\n, • Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team\n, • Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals\n, • Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions\n, • Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements\n, • Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack\n, • Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable\n, • Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements\n, • Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division\n, • Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards\n, • Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance\n, • Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles\n\n Your Profile \n\n • Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA\n, • Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions\n, • Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments\n, • Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment\n\n Compensation & Benefits \n This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Manchester 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.

Head of Programmes - Specialist SEND Post-16 Education\n Location: Manchester (Multi-Site)Salary: £44,000 - £48,000 FTE (£38,428 - £41,922 Actual Salary)Contract: Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only (41 Weeks) \n A specialist Post-16 education provider is seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Programmes to lead the delivery of high-quality education and support across multiple specialist college campuses. \n This is an exciting opportunity for an established education leader who is committed to improving outcomes for young people with SEND and EHCPs while driving excellence in curriculum delivery, safeguarding, quality assurance, and student experience. \n The successful candidate will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring programmes are delivered consistently, compliantly, and in line with the organisation's vision for inclusive education. The Role\n The Head of Programmes will oversee the leadership and development of specialist Post-16 study programmes across multiple campuses, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding, SEND provision, and student progression. \n Working closely with senior leaders, curriculum teams, families, Local Authorities, and external partners, the postholder will drive quality improvement, staff development, and positive student outcomes across all areas of provision. \n This role combines curriculum leadership, SEND management, safeguarding responsibility, operational oversight, and multi-site leadership within a growing specialist education organisation. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead the strategic and operational delivery of Post-16 study programmes across multiple campuses\n, • Ensure high-quality teaching, learning, and student outcomes across all provisions\n, • Lead SEND provision, EHCP implementation, Annual Reviews, and student progression planning\n, • Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputy DSL across the wider organisation\n, • Monitor curriculum quality, attendance, destinations, engagement, and achievement\n, • Drive continuous improvement through effective use of data, quality assurance, and self-assessment\n, • Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams through coaching, mentoring, and performance management\n, • Maintain Ofsted readiness and ensure compliance with DfE funding requirements and SEND legislation\n, • Develop relationships with employers, cultural partners, Local Authorities, and external stakeholders\n, • Oversee Supported Internship provision and employer engagement opportunities\n, • Ensure exceptional student experiences across all campuses\nThe Ideal Candidate\n\n, • Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent)\n, • Significant experience within Post-16, SEND, Further Education, or specialist provision\n, • Proven leadership experience managing educational teams\n, • Strong knowledge of EHCP processes, SEND legislation, and Preparation for Adulthood pathways\n, • Experience leading safeguarding and student wellbeing initiatives\n, • Understanding of Ofsted requirements and quality improvement frameworks\n, • Experience using data to drive student outcomes and programme performance\n, • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills\nDesirable Experience\n\n, • DSL experience\n, • Management qualification or leadership training\n, • Experience supporting Ofsted inspections\n, • Experience within Supported Internship programmes\n, • Experience within creative, cultural, or alternative education settings\n, • SEND qualification\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Permanent term-time opportunity\n, • Competitive leadership salary package\n, • Multi-site leadership responsibility\n, • Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities\n, • Supportive and values-driven leadership team\n, • Opportunity to shape and influence specialist Post-16 provision\n, • Chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people with SEND\n\n This role would suit an experienced Head of Curriculum, Curriculum Manager, Assistant Principal, Deputy Principal, SEND Manager, Head of Learning Support, Inclusion Manager, Programme Manager, or senior educational leader looking to progress within specialist Post-16 education. \n \n DISCLAIMER \n Important Notice \n Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. \n We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. \n Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. \n We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. \n Because education matters. \n Dovetail and Slate Limited. \n \n \n Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

We are delighted to be partnering with a progressive commercial real estate investment company that is experiencing an exciting period of growth and has built an impressive portfolio of commercial assets across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Senior Building Manager to take responsibility for a busy business park in South Manchester, comprising three commercial buildings. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing real estate investment company, offering a competitive salary of up to £50,000 alongside a market-leading benefits package, including a generous pension and performance bonus. \n This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced real estate professional to take ownership of a prominent multi-tenanted estate, driving operational excellence and delivering an exceptional occupier experience. As the Senior Building Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the three buildings, ensuring the seamless delivery of both hard and soft services while leading on health & safety, compliance, contractor performance, and tenant engagement. \n You will be responsible for managing key service partners, developing strong relationships with occupiers, and identifying opportunities to enhance the customer experience and improve operational performance. With full ownership of the service charge budget, you will also be supported by a Facilities Coordinator who will report directly into you. \n We are keen to speak with experienced Building Managers who have a strong background within a managing agent environment and have a proven track record managing large, multi-tenanted commercial properties. You will have demonstrable experience overseeing service charge budgets, managing contractors, maintaining high compliance standards, and delivering exceptional levels of service to occupiers. Strong knowledge of hard services, health & safety, and statutory compliance is essential, with IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications highly desirable.

Your new companyThis is a large and ambitious multi-academy trust with a strong presence across the North of England, serving thousands of pupils across a diverse family of schools. Committed to delivering exceptional educational outcomes, the trust places collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement at the heart of everything it does. The organisation has invested significantly in its central services and technology functions, recognising the important role digital innovation plays in supporting both teaching and operational excellence. As the trust continues to evolve, it offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking environment where technology is viewed as a strategic enabler rather than simply a support function. Employees benefit from working alongside experienced professionals, contributing to meaningful projects, and helping to shape services that have a direct impact on schools, staff and learners across a large and varied educational estate.Your new roleAs IT Manager at this North Manchester site, you will take a leading role in supporting and developing the academy's IT environment, ensuring pupils and staff have access to reliable, secure and innovative technology. Combining hands-on technical support with network management responsibilities, you will be responsible for maintaining critical infrastructure, troubleshooting complex technical issues and driving the adoption of cloud-based technologies across the academy. Working closely with teaching and support staff, you will help maximise the impact of technology on teaching, learning and operational efficiency. You will oversee the academy's network performance, cloud platforms and day-to-day IT operations, whilst acting as a key escalation point for technical issues. Alongside maintaining servers, connectivity and end-user devices, you will also manage service desk tickets, support ongoing improvement projects and provide guidance and mentoring to junior members of the IT team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT professional from the education sector looking to take ownership of a varied technical environment and play a key role in delivering a cloud-first strategy within a large educational organisation.Key Duties & Responsibilities: \n\n • Lead the delivery of advanced IT support across hardware, software, cloud services and network infrastructure.\n, • Manage and maintain network performance, connectivity, security and reliability across the academy.\n, • Act as a champion for cloud technologies, supporting the organisation's cloud-first approach and adoption of platforms such as Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.\n, • Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring incidents are managed within agreed service levels.\n, • Configure, deploy and support a wide range of end-user devices, classroom technology and specialist IT equipment.\n, • Manage IT asset inventories, system maintenance schedules, backups and security procedures.\n, • Support procurement activities and contribute to continual service improvement initiatives.\n, • Mentor and support junior IT colleagues, helping to develop technical capability across the team.\n\n What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful in securing this role, you will have experience providing IT support in an educational setting, where you have provided a high level of IT service to pupils and staff. You will ideally have a strong working knowledge of Google, as well as experience working with bespoke educational technologies. To succeed in this role, a proactive approach and strong communication skills are required, as well as a passion for delivering an excellent IT service in a busy working environment. What you'll get in returnYou will be joining an already well-established trust of over 40 schools, with further growth planned, therefore offering career development and further growth opportunities. You will join a central IT team of over 40 specialists, where you will be fully supported upon joining the trust, as well as being offered CPD and additional training opportunities. The salary for this role is between £38,000 and £41,700 dependent on experience, and also comes with an excellent benefits offering. This includes 31 days holiday (plus bank), access to a local government pension scheme, discounted gym membership and also retail discounts. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A leading organisation in Manchester is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their team. This newly created position offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in preparing consolidated financial statements under IFRS, managing internal financial reporting, and acting as a key technical resource across the finance function. \n \n If you are a qualified accountant, preferably a second-time-mover, with strong technical expertise and experience, this is your chance to step into a technical reporting role within a listed environment.With an inclusive culture that values collaboration and knowledge sharing, you will be supported by dependable leadership and have access to a network of skilled professionals. \n \n\n • This is a newly created role offering significant scope for professional development within a supportive and knowledgeable finance team.\n, • You will benefit from hybrid working arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance, and ongoing training opportunities.\n, • The organisation fosters an inclusive environment with supportive leadership, social events throughout the year, and access to health and wellbeing programmes.\n\n \n What you'll do: \n As the Financial Accountant, you will be central to the preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS while managing internal financial reporting processes. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing month-end cycles, producing quality management information for divisional leaders, preparing audit deliverables for review, documenting technical accounting positions on complex issues such as revenue recognition or leases, and drafting robust technical papers for senior stakeholders. \n\n • Oversee the month-end process to ensure timely internal reporting and produce high-quality management information that supports divisional Finance Directors and business partners.\n, • Take responsibility for monthly, half-yearly, and year-end close cycles by coordinating activities across the group finance function.\n, • Prepare audit deliverables for first review and resolve audit queries efficiently within agreed timelines to maintain compliance standards.\n, • Document technical accounting positions and draft detailed technical papers on complex matters such as revenue recognition (IFRS 15), leases (IFRS 16), share-based payments (IFRS 2), and business combinations (IFRS 3) for senior stakeholders.\n, • Manage and develop a small team of two direct reports by providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering collaborative growth.\n, • Collaborate closely with FP business partner; systems; and financial operations teams to ensure seamless integration of processes across the group.\n, • Support ad-hoc projects including system improvements, process automation initiatives, and acquisition integrations to drive operational excellence.\n, • Work alongside non-finance stakeholders to build credible relationships that enhance cross-functional understanding and cooperation.\n, • Ensure all working papers are methodically prepared with high attention to detail for review-ready presentation.\n, • Contribute actively to internal knowledge sharing sessions aimed at improving technical skills across the finance function.\n\n \n What you bring: \n To excel as Financial Accountant, you will bring proven experience as an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with sound knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP. Your ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across group finance functions-combined with advanced Excel skills-will enable you to manage complex datasets while producing clear working papers. You should have experience preparing or auditing consolidated financial statements within professional services businesses or similar environments. \n \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualification is essential for demonstrating your technical proficiency in accounting standards.\n, • You are a collaborative team player with excellent inter-personal skills who can build credible relationships across finance teams and other departments.\n, • Working knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP gained either in practice or through relevant industry experience enables you to handle complex reporting requirements.\n, • Experience preparing or auditing consolidated financial statements ensures you can manage group-level reporting responsibilities effectively.\n, • Advanced Excel skills allow you to handle large datasets efficiently while building clear working papers for analysis and review.\n, • Strong written communication skills empower you to draft robust technical memos and disclosure notes that meet regulatory standards.\n\n \n What sets this company apart: \n This organisation offers an excellent benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career development and work-life balance. Benefits include 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays with the option to buy or roll over leave, Private Medical Insurance, annual health assessments, virtual GP access, mental health support, enhanced family leave policies, generous pension contributions and support for professional qualifications. Additional perks include employee discount schemes, electric car salary sacrifice, free mortgage advice, paid volunteering days and regular social events, all within a collaborative and inclusive working environment. \n \n \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

A leading organisation in Manchester is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to join their Group Services team. This newly created position offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in preparing consolidated financial statements under IFRS, managing internal financial reporting, and acting as a key technical resource across the finance function. \n \n If you are a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise and experience, this is your chance to step into a technical reporting role within a listed environment. With an inclusive culture that values collaboration and knowledge sharing, you will be supported by dependable leadership and have access to a network of skilled professionals. \n \n\n • This is a newly created role offering significant scope for professional development within a supportive and knowledgeable finance team.\n, • You will benefit from hybrid working arrangements, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance, and ongoing training opportunities.\n, • The organisation fosters an inclusive environment with supportive leadership, social events throughout the year, and access to health and wellbeing programmes.\n\n \n What you'll do: \n As Financial Reporting Manager, you will be central to the preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS while managing internal financial reporting processes. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing month-end cycles, producing quality management information for divisional leaders, preparing audit deliverables for review, documenting technical accounting positions on complex issues such as revenue recognition or leases, and drafting robust technical papers for senior stakeholders. \n\n • Oversee the month-end process to ensure timely internal reporting and produce high-quality management information that supports divisional Finance Directors and business partners.\n, • Take responsibility for monthly, half-yearly, and year-end close cycles by coordinating activities across the group finance function.\n, • Prepare audit deliverables for first review and resolve audit queries efficiently within agreed timelines to maintain compliance standards.\n, • Document technical accounting positions and draft detailed technical papers on complex matters such as revenue recognition (IFRS 15), leases (IFRS 16), share-based payments (IFRS 2), and business combinations (IFRS 3) for senior stakeholders.\n, • Manage and develop a small team of two direct reports by providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering collaborative growth.\n, • Collaborate closely with FP business partner; systems; and financial operations teams to ensure seamless integration of processes across the group.\n, • Support ad-hoc projects including system improvements, process automation initiatives, and acquisition integrations to drive operational excellence.\n, • Work alongside non-finance stakeholders to build credible relationships that enhance cross-functional understanding and cooperation.\n, • Ensure all working papers are methodically prepared with high attention to detail for review-ready presentation.\n, • Contribute actively to internal knowledge sharing sessions aimed at improving technical skills across the finance function.\n\n \n What you bring: \n To excel as Financial Reporting Manager, you will bring proven experience as an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with sound knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP. Your ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across group finance functions - combined with advanced Excel skills, will enable you to manage complex datasets while producing clear working papers. You should have experience preparing or auditing consolidated financial statements within professional services businesses or similar environments. \n \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualification is essential for demonstrating your technical proficiency in accounting standards.\n, • You are a collaborative team player with excellent inter-personal skills who can build credible relationships across finance teams and other departments.\n, • Working knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP gained either in practice or through relevant industry experience enables you to handle complex reporting requirements.\n, • Experience preparing or auditing consolidated financial statements ensures you can manage group-level reporting responsibilities effectively.\n, • Advanced Excel skills allow you to handle large datasets efficiently while building clear working papers for analysis and review.\n, • Strong written communication skills empower you to draft robust technical memos and disclosure notes that meet regulatory standards.\n, • \n\n What sets this company apart: \n This organisation offers an excellent benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career development and work-life balance. Benefits include 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays with the option to buy or roll over leave, Private Medical Insurance, annual health assessments, virtual GP access, mental health support, enhanced family leave policies, generous pension contributions and support for professional qualifications. Additional perks include employee discount schemes, electric car salary sacrifice, free mortgage advice, paid volunteering days and regular social events, all within a collaborative and inclusive working environment. \n \n \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

IT Project Manager - Manchester \n IT Infrastructure | Cloud | Managed Services \n My client is looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join their growing Operations team, delivering a wide range of IT infrastructure, cloud and managed services projects for customers across the UK and internationally. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced technology environment, managing multiple concurrent projects and building strong relationships with both customers and technical teams. \n Working alongside experienced engineers and consultants, you'll take ownership of projects from inception through to successful delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The Role \n As a Senior Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle across a varied portfolio of infrastructure and technology projects. You'll work closely with customers, engineers, operations and commercial teams to ensure successful project delivery while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. \n You'll also play an important role in improving project delivery processes, mentoring junior members of the team and helping drive operational excellence across the business. Key Responsibilities \n\n • Manage multiple IT infrastructure, cloud and technology projects from initiation through to successful delivery.\n, • Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.\n, • Produce and maintain detailed project plans, schedules and resource plans.\n, • Coordinate internal technical teams and third-party suppliers.\n, • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.\n, • Identify, manage and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies.\n, • Provide regular progress updates to senior stakeholders.\n, • Support continuous improvement of project management processes and governance.\n, • Coach and mentor Junior Project Managers and Project Coordinators where required.\n About You \n We're looking for someone with proven experience delivering technology projects within an IT services, infrastructure or managed services environment. \n You'll ideally have experience with: \n\n • Managing multiple concurrent customer-facing IT projects.\n, • IT Infrastructure, Cloud or Managed Services delivery.\n, • Project planning, governance, budgeting and risk management.\n, • Stakeholder management across both technical and business teams.\n, • Microsoft Project, Smartsheet or similar project management tools.\n, • Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills.\n Desirable Experience \n\n, • PRINCE2, Agile, PMP or equivalent Project Management qualifications.\n, • Data Centre, Hosting or Cloud Infrastructure projects.\n, • VMware, Microsoft or Dell infrastructure environments.\n, • Experience mentoring or managing junior project professionals.\n, • Exposure to financial or project accounting systems such as Sage.\n What's on Offer? \n\n, • Hybrid working (3 days in the office)\n, • Ongoing training and professional development\n, • Opportunity to work on technically diverse and business-critical infrastructure projects\n, • Collaborative and supportive team environment\n, • Genuine career progression opportunities\n, • Occasional travel to customer sites as required\n Apply Now \n If you're an experienced IT Project Manager looking to join a growing technology business delivering innovative infrastructure and cloud solutions, we'd love to hear from you. \n Key Skills: Senior Project Manager, IT Project Manager, Infrastructure Project Manager, Cloud Project Manager, Professional Services, Managed Services, IT Infrastructure, Microsoft Project, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, VMware, Microsoft 365, Data Centre, Cloud, Stakeholder Management, Project Delivery. IT Project Manager - Manchester \n

Site Manager \n The WorkSpace team is a specialist division of McLaughlin & Harvey and has the capability to design, build, fit-out and manage truly innovative and purposeful spaces. We combine all the benefits of an agile, specialist team with the rigor of one of the UK’s most enduring firms within the built environment. \n We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. \n We are seeking to recruit Site Managers to join the team, focusing on fit out and minor building work projects across the UK & Ireland. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. This role is initially on a temporary basis (6 months) with a possibility to become permanent. \n Why join us? \n\n • Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy\n, • Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development\n, • Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence\n, • Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits (Check out our full benefits offering here: )\n\n What you will be doing \n The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills. \n Commercial \n\n • Have an understanding of the type of building contract, and the key project stakeholders e.g. client, client’s representatives, design team etc.\n, • Have a full understanding of the scope of works for each sub-contractor package, and have access to a paper copy of each sub contract order.\n, • Liaise with the PM and PQS on works not deemed to be included within the scope of works for the project.\n\n Operational \n\n • Issue permits for various work activities, and close out accordingly. Have the ability to undertake material/equipment orders, and liaise with the project quantity surveyor.\n, • Provisions/diversion/upgrade/protection works, and be able to manage the process via meetings/dialogue etc. with the relevant utility companies.\n, • Make any necessary applications for permits to the Highways Authority for road openings, location of skips and/or welfare facilities.\n, • Make any necessary applications to utility companies for temporary building water, drainage discharge and electricity connections to welfare facilities\n, • Have an understanding of any off-site Highways works, and be able to manage the process via meetings/dialogue etc. with relevant parties.\n\n Quality \n\n • Raise NCR’s for works undertaken that are of poor quality.\n, • Ensure that sub-contractors compile and issue inspection and test plans (ITP’s) for various works packages, and that these are checked and closed out accordingly.\n, • Compile snagging lists and manage the process for closing out.\n\n Health & Safety \n\n • Understand their duties and responsibilities with regards to current Health and Safety/CDM legislation, and the responsibilities of other parties, and ensure compliance on each project.\n, • Undertake the role of temporary works coordinator (where applicable).\n, • Ensu\n

ServiceNow Consultant - CMDB Product Manager \n Marshall Wolfe are hiring on behalf of a leading financial services organisation, who are seeking an experienced CMDB Product Manager to drive the strategy, governance and continuous improvement of its Configuration Management Database (CMDB) capability within a large-scale IT Service Management environment. \n This role can be based in Northampton, Knutsford, Manchester or Glasgow. \n \n The Role \n You will work closely with technology teams and stakeholders to optimise IT service management processes, improve service delivery, and ensure CMDB data quality and governance standards are maintained. This role combines product ownership, strategic leadership, and deep ServiceNow expertise to support enterprise-wide technology services. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Own and evolve the CMDB product roadmap, backlog and delivery plans.\n, • Drive continuous improvement across IT Service Management processes and standards.\n, • Develop KPIs, reporting and management information to measure CMDB effectiveness.\n, • Improve data governance, compliance monitoring, risk management and control frameworks.\n, • Produce and maintain process documentation, training materials and operational standards.\n, • Collaborate across technology, architecture and service management functions to align capabilities with business objectives.\n\n Essential Skills & Experience \n\n • Extensive ServiceNow CMDB experience, including CSDM, ITOM Discovery and IRE policy design.\n, • Strong product ownership experience within Agile environments, including backlog management, release planning and OKR delivery.\n, • Proven expertise in data governance, data quality management, lineage, attestations and compliance monitoring.\n, • Experience leading cross-functional teams, technology stakeholders and third-party vendors.\n, • Strong analytical, strategic thinking and risk management capabilities.\n\n Desirable Experience \n\n • Integration of CMDB with ITAM, SAM and HAM solutions.\n, • Knowledge of Change Management, Vulnerability Management and Identity & Access Management (IAM).\n, • Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture, Technology Reference Models (TRM) and role-based access controls.\n\n If you're an experienced CMDB leader with strong ServiceNow expertise and a passion for service management excellence, we'd love to hear from you. \n Permanent | Hybrid working based in Northampton, Knutsford, Manchester or Glasgow

\n An established and highly respected independent accountancy and business advisory firm in the North West is seeking an experienced General Practice Director to join its leadership team in Manchester. \n \n \n Client Details \n \n This is a strategic appointment offering the opportunity to lead a significant client portfolio, drive business growth, develop high-performing teams, and contribute to the firm's long-term direction and success. \n The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping client relationships, identifying commercial opportunities, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional accounting, tax and business advisory services to a diverse SME and owner-managed business client base. \n \n \n Description \n \n Reporting directly to the Partners, the General Practice Director will be responsible for: \n\n • Leading and developing a substantial portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors.\n, • Providing strategic business, accounting and tax advice to owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurs.\n, • Managing and mentoring senior managers and departmental teams.\n, • Driving business development activity and generating new revenue opportunities.\n, • Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.\n, • Identifying opportunities for cross-selling and advisory services.\n, • Ensuring the highest standards of technical compliance and client service delivery.\n, • Contributing to the firm's strategic planning, operational performance and future growth initiatives.\n, • Supporting succession planning and leadership development across the practice.\n\n \n Profile \n \n We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded leader with: \n\n • ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.\n, • Significant experience within a UK accountancy practice environment.\n, • Proven success managing a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients.\n, • Strong leadership and people management capabilities.\n, • Demonstrable business development and networking experience.\n, • Excellent commercial awareness and relationship-building skills.\n, • A track record of delivering both technical excellence and outstanding client service.\n, • The ability to inspire, influence and drive performance across teams.\n\n Previous experience at Director level is desirable; however, exceptional Senior Managers or Associate Directors ready to step into a leadership role will also be considered. \n \n \n Job Offer \n General Practice Director Offer: \n\n • A genuine leadership role within a successful and growing firm.\n, • Opportunity to influence strategic direction and firm-wide decision making.\n, • Strong progression prospects and long-term career development.\n, • A collaborative, people-focused culture.\n, • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.\n, • Comprehensive benefits package.\n, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.\n\n

Are you an experienced structural engineer ready to lead technically demanding projects from concept to construction? As a Principal Structural Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining structural strategy, driving quality, and ensuring delivery excellence across complex, fast-paced developments. \n \n What’s in it for you \n Authority & Technical Assurance – You’ll act as a senior technical authority, leading structural design and ensuring robust, efficient solutions that balance performance, constructability and programme demands. \n Complex Project Exposure – Working on large-scale data centres and critical infrastructure projects, you’ll tackle challenging structural systems, foundation solutions and steel and concrete designs in high-profile environments. \n Client & Stakeholder Engagement – You’ll work directly with clients, architects and multidisciplinary teams, influencing decision-making and becoming a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle. \n Developing People & Standards – Through mentoring and technical reviews, you’ll raise standards across the team while contributing to the evolution of best practice, processes and design consistency. \n Career Progression with Purpose – This role offers visibility, responsibility and influence, ideal for those looking to advance into wider technical leadership or strategic roles within a growing global consultancy. \n \n Essential Skills / Experience \n\n • Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (BEng/BSc or equivalent)\n, • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status\n, • Extensive experience in structural design delivery for complex buildings or infrastructure\n, • Strong knowledge of steel, concrete and foundation design\n, • Experience leading designs, reviews and multidisciplinary coordination\n, • Thorough understanding of applicable codes, standards and regulatory frameworks\n\n \n In addition, you will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions, investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes. you can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive relevant support. \n Company Overview \n Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. \n We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and wider specialist infrastructure disciplines. \n Our teams support projects across all areas of the construction industry, offering practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real-world installation, maintenance and operational performance. \n As one of the fastest-growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression—many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues, while receiving the recognition you deserve.

Catch 22 are working with a leading property management organisation who are seeking an experienced Senior Building Manager to take responsibility for a prestigious commercial property in Manchester, near Trafford Centre. \n This is an outstanding opportunity to manage a landmark, multi-occupancy asset, taking ownership of all hard and soft FM services, contractor performance, occupier engagement, health & safety compliance and operational excellence. The successful candidate will also play a key role in driving service improvements, supporting strategic FM initiatives and leading on-site service partners to ensure the property continues to operate to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead the delivery and ongoing performance of all hard and soft FM services across the building.\n, • Manage specialist contractors through KPI-led performance management, contract reviews and monthly supplier meetings.\n, • Oversee planned preventative maintenance programmes and ensure statutory compliance across the property.\n, • Manage service charge expenditure, invoice approvals and budget monitoring, identifying and reporting any significant variances.\n, • Lead minor works projects from inception through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard.\n, • Conduct regular building inspections, audits and health & safety reviews.\n, • Provide leadership and oversight of cleaning, security and maintenance providers, chairing regular operational meetings and driving service excellence.\n, • Build strong relationships with occupiers, stakeholders, local businesses and service partners to enhance the customer experience.\n, • Drive occupier engagement initiatives, community events and sustainability-focused activities across the property.\n, • Support business continuity planning, emergency preparedness and wider regional FM projects.\nIdeal candidate\n\n, • At least 4 years' experience within Facilities Management, with a strong understanding of managing agent responsibilities.\n, • Experience managing a large-scale, trophy commercial building or estate.\n, • Strong knowledge of both hard and soft FM services and contractor management.\n, • Proven experience managing teams and leading service providers to deliver exceptional standards.\n, • Excellent understanding of landlord and tenant relationships within commercial property.\n, • Strong commercial awareness, service charge budget management and contract management experience.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.\n, • Knowledge of health & safety legislation and compliance requirements within commercial property.\n, • NEBOSH General Certificate (essential).\n, • IWFM membership or working towards membership (highly desirable).\nRole details\n\n, • Salary up to £50,000.\n, • Monday to Friday working pattern.\n, • Opportunity to manage a flagship commercial asset within a leading property management organisation.\n, • Join a business renowned for delivering exceptional customer service and operational excellence.\n, • Genuine career development opportunities within a highly respected property consultancy.\n\n If you're an experienced Building Manager, Senior Facilities Manager or Facilities Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Account Manager - £40,000 - £45,000 per annum \n We are Mantra Learning, one of the UK’s leading logistics learning and development organisations. We are an Ofsted grade 2 independent training provider who have specialised in providing training within the sector for over 58 years. The Manchester site is well established as one of the largest specialist logistics training facilities in the UK. \n Through our two key brands, The Job Gym and The National Logistics Academy we help thousands of individuals each year to gain new skills. This enables our learners to obtain employment within the logistics sector and drives the long-term growth of the industry. \n We work with some of the biggest brands in the country, including ALDI, GXO and Travis Perkins, delivering approximately 400 Apprenticeships and over 1000 HGV licences each year. The organisation is dedicated to deliver programmes that develop the ‘Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours to enable learners to thrive in life and work’. \n Wehave an exciting opportunity for a Senior Account Manager to join our friendly team. The position is full-time, working 37.5 hours a week based in Middleton, Greater Manchester. \n \n Duties include but will not be limited to: \n Strategic Account Leadership \n\n • Lead and grow complex national accounts, building trusted relationships with senior and executive stakeholders.\n, • Drive customer success through cross-functional collaboration, escalation management, and long-term partnership development.\n, • Identify opportunities for account growth, retention, and strategic expansion.\n\n Sector Expertise \n\n • Apply knowledge of logistics, transport, supply chain, and workforce development to address employer challenges.\n, • Leverage expertise in apprenticeships, skills, training, and funded learning to design effective workforce solutions.\n, • Develop talent pipelines and workforce strategies that support employer growth and skills needs.\n\n Business Development & Market Engagement \n\n • Generate new opportunities through networking, industry engagement, and strategic relationship building.\n, • Represent the organisation at industry events and employer forums to enhance market presence and commercial growth.\n, • Identify employer needs and deliver commercially viable training and workforce solutions.\n\n Leadership & Influence \n\n • Mentor colleagues, share best practice, and support high-performing sales and account management teams.\n, • Apply strategic account planning and stakeholder management to strengthen relationships and maximise growth.\n, • Influence stakeholders at all levels to achieve positive business and customer outcomes.\n\n Commercial & Operational Excellence \n\n • Manage strategic accounts, ensuring service delivery, contractual compliance, and sustainable growth.\n, • Use data and insights to monitor performance, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement.\n, • Deliver exceptional customer experiences while expanding employer partnerships across multiple services.\n\n Education & Knowledge \n Educated to Level 3 or above (or equivalent experience). \n Knowledge of the logistics, transport, or supply chain sectors, including workforce challenges and skills needs. \n Understanding of apprenticeships, employer-funded training solutions, and workforce planning. \n Experience of strategic account management, stakeholder engagement, and account planning. \n Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify business development opportunities. \n Proficient in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and digital communication tools. \n Company Benefits \n Generous time off – 31 days’ holiday including bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to recharge \n Free eye care vouchers – because your health matters \n Great social scene – enjoy subsidised team events, from summer celebrations to festive Christmas parties \n Grow your career – access to a structured training package, including support for teaching qualifications \n Hassle-free travel – free on-site parking available \n Employee Car Repair Scheme – access reduced-cost car maintenance to keep you moving \n Pension scheme – helping you plan for your future \n Rewarding your success

A prestigious opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of IT to join a large, fast-paced organisation operating within a highly complex logistics and supply chain and manufacturing environment. Technology sits at the heart of the operation, supporting time-critical services, large scale operational teams and business critical systems across multiple locations. The business is investing heavily in modernisation, digital transformation and operational excellence, creating a fantastic opportunity for an experienced technology leader to make a tangible impact. \n You'll be responsible for both infrastructure and business systems, ensuring technology enables operational efficiency, resilience, security and future growth. \n Reporting to senior leadership, you will lead the IT function across a diverse technology estate, partnering with stakeholders across the business to drive operational improvements, technology transformation and service excellence. You'll oversee infrastructure, business applications, ERP platforms, cyber security, supplier management, service delivery and strategic technology programmes, ensuring IT remains aligned to business objectives in a demanding operational environment. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Develop and deliver a technology strategy aligned to business growth and operational objectives.\n, • Lead and develop a high performing IT team across infrastructure, applications and support services.\n, • Drive continuous improvement across IT service delivery, operational processes and business systems.\n, • Own relationships with key technology suppliers and service partners.\n, • Manage IT budgets, technology investments and commercial contracts.\n, • Sponsor and lead technology transformation programmes and business-critical projects.\n, • Ensure robust governance, cyber security, risk management and compliance frameworks are in place.\n, • Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to identify opportunities for technology-enabled improvement.\n\n We're keen to speak with technology leaders who can demonstrate: \n\n • Senior IT leadership experience within a complex, fast-paced business.\n, • Experience managing both infrastructure and enterprise business systems.\n, • Strong ERP experience, ideally involving implementation, optimisation, integration or transformation programmes.\n, • Proven experience delivering technology strategy, operational excellence and business transformation.\n, • Strong commercial acumen with budget ownership, supplier management and contract negotiation experience.\n, • A hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategic direction and operational delivery.\n, • Experience driving organisational change and technology-enabled process improvement.\n\n Experience gained within one or more of the following sectors would be particularly beneficial: \n\n • Manufacturing\n, • Logistics\n, • Supply Chain\n, • Warehousing & Distribution\n, • Retail\n, • Catering\n, • Multi-site Operational Businesses\n\n We're especially interested in candidates who have operated in environments where technology directly supports operational performance, production, fulfilment, inventory, workforce management or supply chain activities. Experience supporting ERP platforms that underpin business critical operations would be highly advantageous.In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and training in addition to an enviable benefits package, flexible hybrid working 2 days a week in the office. We will also consider candidates for our West London location should you not be based near Manchester.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Manufacturing Engineer \n\n • Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time\n, • Location: Manchester\n, • Salary: £40,000- £50,000\n\n An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering and manufacturing business. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys improving processes, driving efficiencies, and working closely with production, quality, and design teams to deliver world-class manufacturing performance. \n Day-to-day of the role: \n Process Improvement & Manufacturing Development \n\n • Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes.\n, • Design and implement process flows and production layouts to maximise efficiency.\n, • Analyse production workflows and identify opportunities for process and cost improvements.\n\n Production Support \n\n • Provide technical support to production teams and resolve manufacturing challenges.\n, • Work collaboratively with shop-floor personnel to identify and implement practical solutions.\n, • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across manufacturing operations.\n\n Equipment & Tooling \n\n • Specify, select, and oversee the installation of new manufacturing equipment.\n, • Maintain and improve existing production and testing equipment to enhance productivity.\n, • Design and source fixtures and tooling to support manufacturing requirements.\n\n Cost Reduction & Lean Manufacturing \n\n • Analyse manufacturing costs and identify opportunities to reduce expenditure.\n, • Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to minimise waste and improve operational efficiency.\n, • Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to optimise material usage and supplier solutions.\n\n Documentation & Continuous Improvement \n\n • Produce and maintain manufacturing documentation, SOPs, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.\n, • Ensure process changes are accurately documented and communicated.\n, • Lead continuous improvement projects and training initiatives across production teams.\n\n Required Skills & Qualifications \n\n • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.\n, • Significant experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or a similar environment.\n, • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and production systems.\n, • Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.\n, • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.\n, • Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and project management skills.\n, • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.\n, • Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001.\n, • Permanent right to work in the UK.\n\n Benefits \n\n • Opportunity to work within an innovative engineering and manufacturing environment.\n, • Play a key role in driving operational excellence and business improvement.\n, • Exposure to the latest manufacturing technologies and engineering solutions.\n, • Collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.\n, • Chance to make a tangible impact on manufacturing performance, efficiency, and sustainability initiatives.\n\n To apply for this Manufacturing Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Reference: 4812143Job ID: 5404069Posted: 2026-08-04Closing date: 2026-11-02Location: ManchesterSalary: 60000 + Bonus (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Accountancy Firms / Personal Assistant / Executive AssistantsCompany: HaysConsultant: Lauren FalcusHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 01612287374Email: lauren.falcus@hays.comYour new companyHays are recruiting for an established professional services organisation who is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant Manager to lead a team providing support to senior business leaders and key stakeholders. This role combines people leadership, operational management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement responsibilities within a fast-paced corporate environment.The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality executive support services while driving efficiency, consistency, and service excellence across the team. This is a hybrid role based out of the Manchester City Centre office, but some travel will be necessary.This role would suit an experienced Executive Assistant Team Leader, Executive Support Manager, Business Support Manager, or Senior Executive Assistant looking to take ownership of a wider team and service function while working closely with senior leadership.Your new roleKey ResponsibilitiesLead, coach, and develop a team of Executive Assistants.Create a high-performing, collaborative team focused on service excellence.Manage workload allocation and resource planning to ensure effective support coverage.Conduct performance reviews, objective setting, and regular feedback discussions.Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members.Manage absence, performance, and employee relations matters where required.Identify and support career development opportunities within the team.Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders.Act as a trusted point of contact for executive support requirements.Collaborate with a broad range of internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery.Build credibility and trust through proactive communication and partnership.Drive consistency, quality, and continuous improvement across executive support services.Review existing processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Monitor service delivery standards and ensure agreed service levels are met.Manage and report on team performance and operational metrics.Lead and participate in projects and initiatives that support business objectives. Ensure confidential and sensitive information is handled appropriately.Promote adherence to organisational policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.Identify, escalate, and manage risks where appropriate.Support the delivery of a controlled and compliant working environmentWhat you'll need to succeedSignificant experience leading or managing Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, or Business Support professionals.Proven ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders.Strong people leadership, coaching, and team development skills.Demonstrable experience driving operational improvements and service excellence.Excellent communication and influencing skills.Strong organisational, planning, and prioritisation abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion.Strong problem-solving skills and sound professional judgementMust be from corporate or professional services industry. What you'll get in returnCompetitive salary and benefits package.Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.Opportunities for learning, professional development, and career progression.Access to wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes.Opportunity to work alongside senior leaders within a dynamic professional services environment.Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture focused on personal and professional growthWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. #4812143 - Lauren Falcus

Director – Project Management - Global VAT Compliance & Reporting (GVCR)Make an Impact at RSM UKAre you ready to lead and shape the future of global VAT compliance and reporting? Join RSM UK as a Director within our Global VAT Compliance & Reporting (GVCR) team and take ownership of a strategically important function delivering complex VAT compliance, e-invoicing, and reporting solutions across the UK, EU, and global markets. This is a high-impact leadership role with responsibility for driving operational excellence, scaling delivery capability, enhancing client experience, and influencing the future direction of our managed compliance services. You will work at the centre of a fast-evolving international tax and regulatory landscape, partnering with senior internal and external stakeholders across tax, technology, operations, and client leadership teams. As Director, you will lead the Project Management function responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of global client engagements. From commercial handover and onboarding through to ongoing compliance delivery and transformation initiatives. You will own the strategic oversight of client delivery operations, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, profitably, and to the highest quality standards.You will act as the senior point of accountability for delivery governance, client satisfaction, operational performance, and team leadership. This role requires a commercially minded leader with strong programme management capability, the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration at scale, and the confidence to influence senior internal and external stakeholders.You will make an impact by:Leading our project management function as a director, responsible for a team of dedicated project managers and setting the strategic direction, operating model, and delivery standards for global compliance engagements.Take full ownership of the successful delivery of complex, multi-jurisdictional VAT compliance and e-invoicing projects across a diverse international client portfolio. Tracking and reporting of client deadlines, ensuring on-time delivery and a premium service is continually delivered. Drive operational excellence by identifying opportunities to improve processes, scalability, automation, governance, and client experience.Being the primary point of contact for new client engagements and escalation point for any team issues. Oversee the onboarding and implementation of new clients, ensuring effective mobilisation, risk management, resource planning, and stakeholder alignment. Coordinating internal teams to ensure all aspects of new client engagements are handled efficiently and effectively. Act as the senior escalation point for delivery, operational, and client-related matters, proactively managing risk and resolving issues to maintain service excellence. Being closely involved in the financial management of the department, specifically overseeing cost management processes and coordination of billing procedures and monthly reporting. Own commercial performance across client accounts, including budgeting, profitability, utilisation, forecasting, and recovery management. Acting as a conduit between our department and other business units within RSM, enhancing collaboration and joint opportunities. Build and maintain strong senior client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring consistently high levels of client satisfaction and retention. Developing the team skillset. Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing project management teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and career development. Support business growth initiatives by contributing to proposals, client pitches, service development, and strategic transformation projects. Drive consistency and governance across project delivery methodologies, reporting frameworks, KPIs, and service quality standards. Champion innovation and continuous improvement, including the adoption of technology-enabled solutions, automation, and evolving e-invoicing and digital reporting requirements.

Senior Director, Restructuring & InsolvencyApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Manchester, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR251SC-TEEWho We AreFTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.Are you ready to make your impact?About The RoleOur Corporate Finance team focus on our clients’ strategic, operational, financial and capital needs by addressing the full spectrum of financial and transactional tests faced by corporations, boards, private equity sponsors, creditor constituencies and other stakeholders. Typical Restructuring team assignments include lead financial restructuring advisory; financial, operational, and commercial due diligence; business reviews; cash and working capital management; valuation; contingency planning and insolvency.Within that context, we are currently seeking a talented and ambitious Senior Director to join our leading Restructuring team in Manchester.What You’ll DoDelivering engagements by: Assisting in structuring the engagement approach, scope, and deliverables Managing the team to address the scope within the required timeframe and budget Speaking with external stakeholders/clients to keep them apprised of progress, initial observations, and issues Coaching and supporting junior team members Forming initial views and opinions on the engagement to discuss with the Lead Managing Director or Senior Managing Director Taking responsibility for producing and delivering a substantial element of the client deliverable Covering Senior Managing Director(s) in relevant situationsLeading business development activities, including: Contributing to broader departmental initiatives such as key accounts, pursuits, business development meetings, recruitment, charity events, or overall practice development Preparing and participating in formal pitches Coaching junior team members and seeking opportunities to become a counsellor Preparing for and participating in training activities Building and maintaining personal relationship networksHow You’ll GrowWe are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.What You Will Need to Succeed A strong work ethic, detail orientation and a passion for excellence Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment Strong financial modeling skills Strong communication and networking skills Impeccable research, quantitative and analytical skills, especially in explaining market events Strong knowledge of deal structuring and closing principals Strong financial modeling skills Strong communication and networking skills Ability to lead teams and workstreams Proactive, with a strong work ethic and desire to contribute to the ongoing and overall success of the Corporate Finance segment Impeccable research, quantitative and analytical skills, especially in explaining market events Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint Ability to organise and track overlapping tasks and assignments, with frequent priority changesBasic Qualifications Extensive and relevant Restructuring experience in a Consulting firm Educated to degree level in a numerate subject (or equivalent) ACA, ACCA or equivalent*FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.* #J-18808-Ljbffr

Learning Insighta Partner \n \n Location: Burton or Manchester hybrid \n Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 \n \n We are looking for a Learning Insights Partner to join a growing Learning & Development function at an exciting stage of its evolution. This is a newly defined role in a small but ambitious team, offering the chance to help shape how L&D supports the business moving forward. \n \n The opportunity \n L&D has been built largely from scratch and has already introduced key foundations including an LMS, apprenticeships, compliance learning and a leadership programme. The next phase is about moving from a reactive, operational service to a more strategic, outcomes-led function. \n This role is designed to bring capability, not just capacity. It will suit someone who enjoys owning programmes end to end, building strong stakeholder relationships, and using data and insight to show the impact of learning. \n \n What you’ll be doing \n\n • Owning L&D programmes end to end, ensuring strong coordination, organisation and delivery discipline\n, • Driving learner engagement and maintaining momentum across key initiatives\n, • Building relationships with stakeholders across the business to understand needs and support wider business priorities\n, • Using LMS data, feedback and wider business insight to improve reporting and demonstrate impact\n, • Supporting and improving the use of Thrive as a core learning platform\n, • Taking ownership of operational L&D activity while also contributing to the wider direction of the function\n\n \n What they’re looking for \n\n • A hands on L&D professional who can manage programmes operationally but also think more broadly about impact\n, • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills\n, • Confidence working with ambiguity and taking a high-level brief and turning it into action\n, • A self-sufficient approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and bring fresh thinking\n, • Curiosity, resilience and a continuous improvement mindset\n, • Confidence using data, insight and reporting to help demonstrate ROI and business impact\n\n \n What this role is not \n This is not a role for someone whose main motivation is classroom delivery or facilitation. There may be opportunities to support delivery, but the core focus is programme ownership, stakeholder partnering, operational excellence and impact measurement. \n \n Why it’s interesting \n This is a chance to join at the point where L&D is gaining traction and visibility, and to help shape what comes next. You’ll be joining a two-person team initially, with real scope to influence how learning is positioned and measured across the business. \n

DIVISIONAL OPERATIONS DIRECTOR – PASSIVE FIRE SOLUTIONS \n Senior Leadership Opportunity | Six figure Salary + Benefits (depending on experience) \n Location | based in either the North of England or East Midlands \n \n An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Divisional Operations Director to join a leading and growing UK provider of Passive Fire Solutions. \n \n We are looking for a commercially focused operational leader with strong Passive Fire Protection experience across both compartmentation and fire doors. You will take responsibility for operational performance across the division, ensuring contracts are delivered safely, profitably, on time and to the highest quality and can set and drive operational KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives. \n \n\n • Build strong relationships with key clients and ensure excellent service delivery.\n, • Work closely with Sales and Commercial teams to support new and existing contracts.\n, • Mentor and develop Contract Managers and operational teams.\n, • Identify and proactively manage operational and commercial risk.\n\n \n About You \n \n You will be an experienced senior operational leader who can demonstrate: \n\n • Strong Passive Fire Protection experience – compartmentation and fire doors is essential.\n, • A proven track record of delivering safe, high-quality and profitable contracts.\n, • Leadership of teams operating across multiple sites.\n, • Strong commercial awareness and experience of improving margins and performance.\n, • Excellent leadership, client relationship and communication skills.\n, • A results-driven approach with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.\n\n \n Relevant leadership, Health & Safety and construction-related qualifications would be advantageous. \n \n This is an exciting opportunity to take a key leadership role within an ambitious and growing Passive Fire Solutions business, with excellent opportunities for continued professional development and career progression. \n \n Applications should be sent in strictest confidence to Paul Davidson \n \n paul.davidson@pdasearchandselection.com | pdasearchandselection.com

\n About the Role\n We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Product Owner to join our Trustee & Depositary team within Asset Servicing. This role is located in Manchester. Responsibilities\n \n • Play a key role in the re‑platforming of our Trustee & Depositary business, contributing to a large‑scale transformation that will materially improve how the business operates and delivers value over time.\n, • Act as a strong and credible Product Owner within the Product function, partnering closely with the Product Manager to shape priorities, delivery approach, and outcomes.\n, • Work across Product, Technology, and Operations to drive the delivery of future‑state capabilities and ongoing enhancements, balancing strategic intent with practical execution.\n, • Drive the execution of our re‑platforming vision through hands‑on product ownership, owning requirements definition, prioritisation, and outcome‑focused delivery across Scrum teams.\n, • Lead the definition and refinement of product requirements, synthesising input from stakeholders, delivery teams, and data sources to ensure solutions are well‑designed, compliant, and fit for purpose.\n, • Monitor business, operational, and product trends to proactively inform prioritisation decisions, identify emerging risks or opportunities, and adjust delivery plans accordingly.\n, • Take ownership of delivery insights by tracking key delivery and performance indicators, using these to drive continuous improvement in product outcomes and ways of working.\n, • Work collaboratively across product teams to ensure joined‑up delivery, actively managing dependencies, sequencing work, and resolving conflicts in priorities.\n, • Use influence rather than authority to maintain momentum through ambiguity, working in partnership with stakeholders and coaching less‑experienced team members to remove obstacles and enable effective delivery.\n, • Champion pragmatic improvement, exploring how tools, automation, and AI can be applied responsibly to improve delivery efficiency, control, and outcomes across the POD.\n Qualifications\n \n, • Solid experience working as a Product Owner (or equivalent), with a track record of delivering outcomes in agile, cross‑functional environments.\n, • Strong hands‑on delivery capability, including requirements definition, backlog ownership, prioritisation, and close collaboration with Scrum teams.\n, • Confidence working across peers and stakeholders, with the ability to influence decisions and build alignment across teams.\n, • Experience contributing as a subject matter expert in complex delivery or transformation initiatives, offering constructive challenges and practical solutions.\n, • An understanding of the importance of data in platform and business transformation, with experience shaping or supporting data‑related requirements and outcomes.\n, • Strong problem‑solving skills and comfort operating in environments with ambiguity, competing priorities, and evolving direction.\n, • Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics in a way that enables good decision‑making.\n, • A curious, improvement‑oriented mindset, with interest in how tools and AI can help teams work smarter and deliver better results.\n, • Experience working in financial services or another regulated industry, preferably in custody, depositary, or fund oversight activities.\n, • Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or a related discipline.\n Benefits\n BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. \n BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. \n Locations: 1 Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester, GT MAN, M1 1RN, GB \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Operational Excellence Lead: \n \n Are you looking to build a career within a Global Company with opportunities for growth and development? Do you want to join a company that that is making a difference? \n \n Office Location: Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M41 7LY \n \n Hours of work: Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 17:00 - with hybrid working \n \n About Us: \n We, the Mitsubishi Electric Group, will contribute to the realisation of a vibrant and sustainable society through continuous technological innovation and ceaseless creativity, as a leader in the manufacture and sales of electric and electronic equipment used in Energy and Electric Systems, Industrial Automation, Information and Communication Systems, Electronic Devices, and Home Appliances. \n \n Role summary: \n The purpose of this role is to lead the deployment of Lean principles across the LES business area, with a strong focus on delivering measurable improvements through Kaizen events and structured continuous improvement activity. The role will establish a robust and measurable Lean framework aligned to strategic priorities. \n The role holder will assess current-state performance through baseline measurement, define and implement a Lean deployment roadmap, and take a lead role in planning and delivering Kaizen events to drive targeted, high-impact improvements across the business. \n Working both independently and with key stakeholders, the role will ensure Lean practices and Kaizen outcomes are embedded, sustained, and deliver tangible business impact aligned to operational and strategic objectives. \n \n Skills/Responsibilities: \n To be successful in this role you will need to: \n\n • Own and manage the pipeline of Kaizen events aligned to business priorities\n, • Plan, facilitate, and deliver Kaizen workshops to drive rapid, measurable improvements\n, • Ensure all Kaizen activities deliver clear outputs, actions, and quantified benefits\n, • Identify and prioritise improvement opportunities in collaboration with stakeholders\n, • Support the development and rollout of a Lean deployment framework across LES\n, • Establish baseline performance measures to identify gaps and opportunities\n, • Define and track improvement roadmaps aligned to strategic objectives\n, • Embed standard Lean tools and ways of working across the business\n, • Work cross-functionally to build engagement and ownership of Lean and Kaizen activities\n, • Facilitate workshops and coach teams in problem-solving and Lean methods\n, • Act as a trusted partner to stakeholders in identifying and delivering improvements\n, • Track and report Kaizen outcomes and overall improvement impact\n, • Use data to support prioritisation and decision-making\n, • Leverage tools (e.g. Smartsheet, Signavio, PowerApps) to improve visibility and control of initiatives\n\n \n In return for your commitment, we will offer you some fantastic benefits: \n\n • Generous annual leave allowance - 25 days per year, plus bank holidays increasing by one day with each year of service until 27 days per year\n, • Flexible Working – we offer a range of flexible working options that include working from home or hybrid working\n, • Pension\n, • Life Assurance\n, • Group Income Protection Scheme\n, • Private Medical, Dental Insurance and a Cash Plan Scheme – Single cover funded by Mitsubishi\n, • Access to Mitsubishi’s very own discount platform\n, • Colleague Referral Scheme\n, • Holiday Buy\n, • Long Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Sports & Social Club (Recent events such as theatre trips, Ascot, Paintball, The Darts)\n, • Employee Assistance Programme including additional services Eldercare & Best Doctors\n\n \n Equality and Diversity: \n As the business environment around Mitsubishi Electric Group is rapidly changing, providing a workplace where employees can work to their full potential regardless of gender or age is essential to business development.

\n UK Installation Director - Fire & Security | Johnson Controls | UK & Ireland\n Lead one of Europe's largest Fire & Security installation operations. Drive transformational change. Deliver commercial success. Inspire over 350 colleagues. Shape the future of Johnson Controls UK & Ireland. \n At Johnson Controls, we're powering our customers' missions through innovative fire, life safety and security solutions. We are seeking an exceptional UK Installation Director to lead one of the largest Fire & Security installation operations in Europe, responsible for delivering installation excellence across the UK and Ireland. This is a highly visible executive leadership opportunity with responsibility for a business operation generating a multimillion annual revenue leading 7 Area Managers and influencing a workforce of approximately 350 colleagues across a national field organisation. The Opportunity\n As UK Installation Director, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of our Installation business, ensuring we deliver outstanding customer outcomes, exceptional operational performance and sustainable profitable growth. Operating at the heart of our UK leadership team, you will drive a culture of accountability, pace, collaboration and continuous improvement whilst leading a large-scale installation operation responsible for thousands of customer projects each year. This role is ideal for a commercially astute operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a passion for developing high-performing teams and is motivated by the challenge of leading a business of significant scale and complexity. What You Will Be Responsible For\n \n • Strategic Leadership Setting the strategic direction for the UK Installation organisation. Driving execution against business objectives and growth plans. Supporting the continued evolution of one of Europe's largest Fire & Security installation operations.\n, • Operational Excellence Leading a high-volume installation operation delivering approximately $12m of customer work per month. Ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably and to the highest standards. Driving planning, productivity and operational efficiency improvements. Enhancing customer experience through operational excellence.\n, • Commercial Leadership Full ownership of a circa $131m P&L. Delivering revenue, margin, EBIT and working capital objectives. Driving cost management and operational performance improvement initiatives. Partnering closely with Sales and Finance leadership teams.\n, • Leadership & People Development Leading 7 Area Managers and approximately 350 indirect reports. Building a high-performing, highly engaged culture. Developing future leaders through coaching, mentoring and succession planning. Driving accountability whilst empowering teams to make decisions and deliver results.\n, • Customer & Stakeholder Management Building strong relationships with strategic customers. Acting as a senior leader across key customer partnerships. Collaborating closely with Sales, Service, Finance, General Managers and Central Functions.\n Who We're Looking For\n You will be an accomplished operational leader with significant experience within the Fire & Security sector and a proven track record of delivering results through large, geographically dispersed teams. Essential Experience\n \n • Senior leadership experience within Fire & Security.\n, • Significant installation, operations or project delivery leadership experience.\n, • Proven P&L accountability of $50m+.\n, • Experience leading large field-based organisations.\n, • Strong commercial and financial acumen.\n, • Demonstrated success driving transformation and operational improvement.\n, • Experience working within complex or matrix organisations.\n Leadership Success Profile\n \n, • Executive Presence A leader who commands credibility and can confidently engage with customers, stakeholders and executive leadership teams.\n, • Pace & Agility Someone who thrives within fast-moving, complex environments and can make effective decisions quickly.\n, • Commercial Acumen An operational leader who understands how to turn strategy into profitable growth.\n, • Inspirational Leadership A visible, charismatic and motivational leader capable of energising teams and creating followership.\n, • Change Management Expertise A leader who embraces transformation, drives continuous improvement and builds resilient organisations.\n, • Collaborative Mindset Someone who works effectively across Sales, Service, Finance and Operations to achieve shared business goals.\n, • Empowering Leadership Style A leader who trusts their people and develops capability.\n Why Johnson Controls?\n Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission‑critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centres, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and, advanced manufacturing and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry‑leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real‑world results and help move society forward. At Johnson Controls, you will join a global organisation committed to innovation, sustainability and helping our customers create safer, smarter and healthier environments. We offer:\n \n • Competitive executive salary\n, • Performance bonus opportunity\n, • Car allowance or company car\n, • Private medical insurance\n, • Pension scheme\n, • Life assurance\n, • Employee Assistance Programme\n, • Holiday purchase scheme\n, • Career progression within a global organisation\n, • Significant leadership development opportunities\n Location\n Sunbury, Birmingham or Manchester, with some travel across the UK. \n Johnson Controls: Enhancing the Intelligence of Buildings Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission‑critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

\n Vice President, Business Technology Liaison (AI)\n At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. \n Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. \n We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Business Technology Liaison (AI) to join our CT Reengineering team. This role is in Manchester. In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:\n \n • Acts as resource for Business Leaders / Stakeholders to develop process improvement using Artificial intelligence, process reengineering or digital tools based on their business strategy.\n, • With minimal guidance, defines, designs and implements process improvement initiatives by engaging with cross-functional teams.\n, • Responsible to scan processes for AI automation and augmentation, develop business cases, design data pipelines and models, and lead end‑to‑end execution from discoveries through production and ongoing optimization\n, • Strong grounding in prompt engineering, NLP, optimization, and AI; proficiency with Python, model lifecycle; experience translating operational pain points into deployable solutions; excellent communication and storytelling; and a track record delivering complex programs. Preferred: exposure to enterprise data, process mining, and responsible AI\n, • Assigned to moderately complex business problems and/or a piece of an enterprise-wide initiative.\n, • Conducts research to inform and guide solutions. Employs a client-focused approach to drive adoption and utilization of business process re‑engineering solutions.\n, • Conduct data driven root cause analysis & identify improvement opportunities/recommendations\n, • Document, analyze and prioritize business process requirements using Six Sigma/Lean/Reengineering principles. Develops business process change recommendations.\n, • Facilitates and coaches project team to ensure optimal program adoption. Employs project management and change management strategies.\n To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:\n \n, • Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Advanced/graduate degree preferred.\n, • Significant work experience preferred. Experience in securities, financial products and/or the finance industry preferred.\n, • Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, Scrum Master certifications preferred\n, • In the project/program structure, leads a project team to accomplish results. Contributes to the achievement of multiple related team’s objectives and profitability of assigned Products/Processes/Business.\n, • Liaises with relevant networks and professional groups for best practice sharing and industry standards.\n \n At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: \n BNY Newsroom \n BNY LinkedIn \n Here’s a few of our recent awards: \n \n • America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025\n, • World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025\n, • “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025\n \n Our Benefits and Rewards: \n BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. \n BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

\n hackajob is collaborating with MAG (Airports Group) to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Business Unit: CavuData DirectorManchester / HybridAbout Cavu\n For airports, for partners, for people. We are Cavu. \n At Cavu, our purpose is to find new and better ways to make airport travel seamless and enjoyable for everybody, from the smallest ideas to the biggest transformations. Every day is an opportunity to create better travel experiences. \n From our revenue-accelerating single-platform technology, Propel, through to our world-class hospitality venues including Aether and our Escape Lounges, our solutions make travel smoother for passengers and more profitable for our clients and partners. \n We know that to bring your best ideas, you need the space to think, the support to grow, and the freedom to be your authentic self. Whether you're working from our offices, from home, in our lounges, or on the road, we provide an environment where you can create, innovate, and help transform airport travel. \n Together, we can reach new heights. Together, we are Cavu. Why This Role Is Different\n This is a rare opportunity to join Cavu. at a pivotal stage in our growth journey. Reporting to the Chief Product & Technology Officer, you'll have genuine influence across the organisation, helping shape both our data strategy and broader business direction. You'll work alongside senior leaders to determine where we invest, how we scale and how data helps unlock future growth opportunities across our products, customers and partners. \n This role could be particularly exciting for a senior data leader from a small to medium-sized digital, technology, e-commerce or SaaS business who is looking to broaden their impact and operate at enterprise scale. Rather than inheriting a fully mature data organisation, you'll play a leading role in defining what great looks like, building capability, creating a data-driven culture and leaving a legacy that will influence the business for years to come. \n For the right person, this is a career-defining opportunity to shape the future of data at Cavu and directly contribute to the next phase of growth. The Role\n As Data Director, you'll lead the evolution of our enterprise-wide data capability, creating the strategy, foundations and culture that enable data to drive smarter decisions across the business. \n Working closely with senior leaders across Product, Technology, Commercial, Finance, Customer and Operations, you'll ensure data becomes fully embedded in how we think, plan and deliver. You'll bring clarity to a complex and evolving landscape, balancing strategic priorities while building strong partnerships across multiple stakeholder groups. Your ability to influence, align expectations and bring people on the journey will be just as important as your technical and commercial expertise. \n From completing the migration and validation of our new data warehouse to embedding a new reporting platform as the single source of truth, you'll lead a talented team while helping Cavu unlock new opportunities through analytics, AI and data-led innovation. What You'll Be DoingInspire and Lead a High-Performing Data Function\n \n • Create an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing culture where people can thrive.\n, • Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across Data Engineering, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Science and Governance.\n, • Build leadership capability and create meaningful career development opportunities.\n, • Foster a culture of learning, experimentation and continuous improvement.\n, • Champion diversity of thought, knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration.\n Shape and Deliver Our Data Strategy\n \n, • Define and execute a multi-year data strategy aligned to Cavu's growth ambitions.\n, • Establish a clear roadmap across platforms, governance, analytics and data products.\n, • Make thoughtful decisions about priorities, ensuring investment is focused where it creates the greatest business value.\n, • Balance short-term business needs with long-term strategic objectives.\n, • Identify opportunities to leverage data, AI and machine learning to support growth, innovation and operational excellence.\n Build Trusted Partnerships Across the Business\n \n, • Act as a strategic advisor to executive and senior leadership teams.\n, • Build strong relationships across Product, Engineering, Commercial, Finance, Customer and Operations functions.\n, • Navigate complex stakeholder environments with confidence, empathy and credibility.\n, • Manage competing priorities while setting clear expectations on delivery, outcomes and value.\n, • Influence decision-making through insight, evidence and commercial understanding.\n, • Create alignment across teams and leadership groups to drive successful outcomes.\n Drive Governance, Quality and Insight\n \n, • Establish robust governance frameworks, standards and accountability.\n, • Improve data quality, consistency and accessibility across the organisation.\n, • Ensure compliance with privacy, regulatory and security requirements.\n, • Develop meaningful KPIs and measurement frameworks that support business objectives.\n, • Champion self-service analytics and data products that empower teams to make informed decisions.\n, • Ensure data and insight activities remain focused on delivering measurable business outcomes.\n Enable Scalable Delivery\n \n, • Partner closely with Product and Engineering leaders to embed data into products and platforms.\n, • Oversee critical programmes including platform migration and reporting transformation.\n, • Promote modern data practices, engineering excellence and automation.\n, • Drive adoption of scalable technologies and ways of working.\n, • Effectively manage dependencies, risks and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful delivery.\n Essential ExperienceWhat We're Looking For\n \n, • Significant leadership experience within Data, Analytics or Information Management.\n, • A proven track record of defining and delivering enterprise-wide data strategies.\n, • Experience building, developing and transforming multidisciplinary data teams.\n, • Strong experience partnering with executive stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions.\n, • Expertise in data governance, quality frameworks and modern data management practices.\n, • Experience delivering cloud-based data platforms and analytics capabilities, including AWS technologies such as Redshift, Glue and SageMaker.\n, • Demonstrated success in driving organisational change and increasing data maturity.\n, • Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to connect data initiatives to measurable business outcomes.\n You’ll Thrive Here If You...\n \n, • Enjoy building and scaling capabilities in growing businesses.\n, • Have experience navigating ambiguity and bringing structure to evolving environments.\n, • Are excited by the opportunity to influence strategy rather than simply execute it.\n, • Know how to prioritise effectively, balancing long-term vision with immediate business needs.\n, • Have exceptional stakeholder management skills and are comfortable working across a broad range of business functions.\n, • Build trust quickly and communicate with clarity and authenticity.\n, • Are confident setting expectations, managing complexity and bringing people together around a shared goal.\n, • Lead with curiosity, empathy and accountability.\n, • Are passionate about developing people and creating environments where everyone can succeed.\n, • Have worked within a high-growth digital, technology, e-commerce or SaaS environment and are motivated by the opportunity to shape a larger, more complex organisation.\n Desirable Experience\n \n, • Experience within digital, travel, e-commerce, marketplace or SaaS businesses.\n, • Exposure to multi-brand, multi-product or international organisations.\n, • Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions or large-scale platform migrations.\n What's in It for You?\n This is an opportunity to take ownership of a highly visible and strategically important function at a business that sees data as a critical driver of future success. \n You’ll have the autonomy to shape strategy, influence decision-making at the highest level and create lasting impact across the organisation. You’ll join a collaborative leadership team, work alongside talented colleagues and help build the capabilities that will power Cavu's next phase of growth. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

\n Senior Vice President, Wealth Services Operations Strategy\n Be the First to Apply Job Description\n We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President, WS Operations Strategy to join our Total Wealth Services Operations team. This role is located in Manchester, UK. \n In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: \n This position is part of the Wealth Services Operations team, specifically within the Servicing Group. It is an individual contributor role reporting directly to the Group lead for Servicing. The team is responsible for client asset movement transactions involving cash and securities with a focus on risk management, compliance, and quality assurance. The team also provides valuable support to our Product and Engineering teams that support our asset movement processes and systems. The role involves management of strategic and tactical initiatives critical for the teams to achieve success. This may involve direct client engagement and extensive collaboration with various departments across Pershing/BNY, enabling strong relationships and a broad internal network. Process Improvement & Policy Development\n \n • Develop, improve, and implement policies and processes to maintain and exceed product/service quality standards.\n, • Identify, champion, and drive process improvements to enhance stakeholder experience and operational efficiency.\n, • Lead, recruit, motivate, and develop team members to maximize individual performance and foster effective collaboration.\n, • Provide training and guidance to enhance team capabilities.\n, • Manage high-volume and highly visible tasks collaboratively within the teams to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced setting.\n Qualifications\n \n, • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.\n, • Extensive years of total work experience preferred, including several years in management.\n, • Prior demonstrated leadership and strategic planning experience required.\n, • Solid understanding and hands‑on use of automation and AI tools.\n, • Experience using Microsoft Office.\n Benefits\n Our Benefits and Rewards: BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. \n BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

\n Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Product Director, Billing & Pricing to join our ever evolving Money Movement Product team and help shape the future of global commerce. What you'll own\n You'll define and execute the global vision, strategy and roadmap for Billing, Pricing and Residual Payments products and experiences, delivering customer, commercial and operational outcomes. \n You'll own the Billing product portfolio, simplifying and modernising how customers understand, manage and optimise the cost of accepting payments. \n You'll lead end-to-end product development across Billing capabilities, delivering through dedicated engineering teams on the NAP and Core platforms while driving outcomes across other technology platforms through influence, alignment and matrix leadership. \n You'll create simple, intuitive and transparent billing experiences, helping customers understand both the costs and value of accepting payments, including pricing, fees, rebates, revenue-share arrangements and other financial benefits. \n You'll drive the evolution of transaction-level fee reporting, billing transparency and customer self-service capabilities, reducing complexity and improving customer satisfaction. \n You'll identify opportunities to transform Billing from a back-office capability into a value-added product, leveraging data, insights and emerging technologies to create differentiated customer experiences. \n You'll evaluate build, buy and partner opportunities, helping shape strategic decisions around future billing capabilities and owning the successful adoption of selected solutions. \n You'll balance strategic investments with the delivery needs of wider business initiatives, ensuring Billing capabilities effectively support new products, customer solutions and market expansion. \n You'll use customer insights, operational data and commercial metrics to prioritise initiatives that improve customer outcomes, reduce servicing costs and increase business value. \n You'll build strong partnerships with Revenue Operations, Engineering, Pricing, Commercial, Finance, Tax, Risk and Compliance teams to deliver strategic outcomes and improve operational efficiency. \n You'll collaborate closely with Product leaders across Funding, Reporting and FX to create seamless, connected financial experiences for customers. \n You'll lead, develop and inspire a team of Product Managers, creating a high-performance culture that attracts and grows top talent. \n You'll represent Billing at senior leadership forums, influencing decisions that shape the future of Global Payments’ Money Domain. What you'll bring\n A product mindset with a strong customer-first, data-driven and strategic approach to decision making. \n The ability to define compelling product strategies and translate them into clear roadmaps, priorities and measurable outcomes. \n Strong commercial acumen, with experience building business cases, optimising performance metrics and delivering growth. \n Experience creating and scaling customer-facing products, capabilities or platforms that deliver measurable business value. \n The ability to communicate with clarity and influence, building credibility with senior stakeholders across the business. \n Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority and align diverse teams behind a common vision. \n Strong problem-solving skills and innovative thinking to navigate complex challenges and drive effective solutions. \n Experience delivering complex product initiatives within large-scale, multinational organisations. \n Experience working within a SAFe product development environment. \n Experience leading and developing product teams, including coaching, talent development and organisational leadership. \n A track record of improving ways of working, systems and processes, while influencing the evolution of product operating models across a wider product organisation. \n Experience balancing strategic priorities with competing enterprise demands, making effective trade-offs across multiple stakeholders and initiatives. \n Experience using customer, operational and commercial data to improve customer journeys, reduce operational complexity and drive measurable business outcomes. \n A strong understanding of payments, pricing, billing, invoicing, revenue sharing or adjacent financial services domains. It's a bonus if you have\n Experience with Global Payments’ NAP and Core platforms. \n Experience influencing executive-level stakeholders and shaping strategic decisions across a complex organisation. \n Experience building high-performing product organisations and developing future product leaders. \n Experience leading large-scale transformation, migration or technology modernisation programmes. \n Experience with billing platforms, invoicing systems, usage-based pricing, metered billing or subscription billing solutions. \n Experience applying AI, analytics or data-driven insights to improve customer experiences, self-service capabilities or operational performance. About the team\n Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders. What makes a Globalpayer?\n Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do. Explore the benefits we offer to Globalpayers in the United KingdomMy Health\n \n • We offer access to medical coverage that supports the health and wellbeing for you and your family\n My Money\n \n, • In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for bonuses and/or equity awards, determined by role, level, impact, and our policies.\n My Lifestyle\n \n, • We have a dedicated Wellness Week each year – which includes an extra paid day off - so you can take time to relax, recharge and invest in your wellbeing\n My Family\n \n, • FLEX, our family inclusion community, offers support for all Globalpayers at every stage, from raising families to caring for loved ones\n My Time Off\n \n, • We offer paid time off and public holidays so you can rest, recharge and spend time on what matters most.\n \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

\n Ready to take your career global? Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Product Director, Funding to lead our ever evolving Money Movement Product team and help shape the future of global commerce. What you’ll own\n \n • You’ll define and execute the global vision, strategy and roadmap for Funding products and experiences, delivering customer, commercial and operational outcomes.\n, • You’ll own the Funding product portfolio, balancing innovation, regulatory requirements, scalability and business performance.\n, • You’ll lead end-to-end product development across Global Payments’ Funding capabilities, through both direct dedicated engineering teams and (via influence, alignment and matrix leadership) indirect engineering teams.\n, • You’ll identify new opportunities to improve how customers fund and move money, turning market insights into differentiated products and propositions.\n, • You’ll use data, customer insights and commercial metrics to prioritise initiatives and measure success.\n, • You’ll lead, develop and inspire a team of Product Managers, creating a high-performance culture that attracts and grows top talent.\n, • You’ll build strong partnerships across Engineering, Treasury, Operations, Commercial, Finance, Risk and Compliance teams to deliver strategic outcomes and optimise funding capabilities globally.\n, • You’ll represent Funding at senior leadership forums, influencing decisions that shape the future of Global Payments’ Money Domain.\n What you’ll bring\n \n, • A product mindset with a strong customer-first, data-driven and strategic approach to decision making.\n, • The ability to define compelling product strategies and translate them into clear roadmaps, priorities and measurable outcomes.\n, • Strong commercial acumen, with experience building business cases, optimising performance metrics and delivering growth.\n, • Experience creating and scaling new products, propositions or capabilities from concept through to market adoption.\n, • The ability to communicate with clarity and influence, building credibility with senior stakeholders across the business.\n, • Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority and align diverse teams behind a common vision.\n, • Strong problem-solving skills and innovative thinking to navigate complex challenges and drive effective solutions.\n, • A background in payments, fintech or banking, with a strong understanding of global payment infrastructure, including schemes and rails such as SEPA, SWIFT and Fedwire.\n, • Knowledge of emerging industry trends, including digital assets, stablecoins and real-time payments, and the ability to translate them into business opportunities.\n, • Experience delivering complex product initiatives within large-scale, multinational organisations.\n, • Experience working within a SAFe product development environment.\n, • Direct experience in funding, treasury, liquidity, settlement or money movement products.\n, • Experience leading and developing product teams, including coaching, talent development and organisational leadership.\n, • A track record of improving ways of working, systems and processes, while influencing the evolution of product operating models (POM) across a wider product organisation.\n, • It’s a bonus if you have Experience with Global Payments’ NAP and Core platforms.\n, • Experience influencing executive-level stakeholders and shaping strategic decisions across a complex organisation.\n, • Experience building high-performing product organisations and developing future product leaders.\n, • Experience leading large-scale transformation, migration or technology modernisation programmes.\n About the team\n Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders. What makes a Globalpayer?\n Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

VP of Product & Engineering | BreezeMove\n \n 📍 Manchester (Hybrid) \n 💷 Up to £90,000 + Meaningful Share Options Help Build the Future of Home Moving\n \n The UK property transaction process is broken. \n It's fragmented, slow and still relies on endless manual chasing between estate agents, conveyancers, mortgage brokers and buyers. \n At BreezeMove, we're changing that. \n Over the last three years we've orchestrated more than £500 million of property transactions, helped reduce completion times by up to 40%, significantly reduced transaction failures and launched Opus—our AI-powered transaction platform that's transforming how property professionals manage transactions. \n Now we're entering our next phase of growth. \n We're looking for a VP of Product & Engineering to help shape not only what we build, but how the business scales. \n \n This isn't just an engineering leadership role.\n \n We're not looking for someone who simply manages developers. \n We're looking for someone who thinks like a founder. \n Someone who understands that the best technology isn't the most complex—it's the technology that creates the biggest commercial advantage for customers. \n You'll work directly alongside our Founder & CEO, helping shape product strategy, engineering, AI, enterprise growth and the future direction of the business. \n You'll influence everything from roadmap prioritisation and customer experience to fundraising, enterprise partnerships and scaling our engineering capability. \n \n What You'll Own\n Product Strategy\n\n • Define and evolve the product vision for Opus.\n, • Prioritise the roadmap based on customer impact and commercial value.\n, • Translate customer feedback into scalable product improvements.\n, • Lead rapid product iteration and innovation.\n, • Identify opportunities where AI and automation can unlock competitive advantage. \nEngineering Leadership\n\n • Lead and grow a high-performing engineering function.\n, • Drive engineering standards, architecture and delivery excellence.\n, • Build scalable, secure and enterprise-grade technology.\n, • Oversee integrations, APIs, cloud infrastructure and platform performance.\n, • Create repeatable development processes that support rapid growth. \nCommercial Leadership\n Technology only creates value when it solves commercial problems. \n You'll work closely with the leadership team to: \n\n • Align product investment with business growth.\n, • Support enterprise customer conversations.\n, • Help shape pricing and packaging.\n, • Present product and technology strategy to investors.\n, • Support fundraising and technical due diligence.\n, • Balance engineering investment against commercial return.\n, • Identify new revenue opportunities through technology.\n\n \n We're looking for someone who...\n ✔ Thinks commercially before technically. \n ✔ Loves building products customers genuinely value. \n ✔ Can move seamlessly between engineering discussions, customer meetings and board conversations. \n ✔ Understands SaaS businesses and product-led growth. \n ✔ Enjoys solving complex operational problems. \n ✔ Thrives in fast-moving scale-ups where priorities evolve quickly. \n ✔ Wants genuine ownership—not just another leadership title. \n \n Experience We'd Love\n\n • Experience leading engineering or product teams within a SaaS business.\n, • Strong understanding of modern cloud architecture.\n, • Product management or product strategy experience.\n, • Excellent commercial awareness.\n, • Experience with AI, automation and workflow platforms.\n, • Strong understanding of APIs and integrations.\n, • Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.\n, • Experience scaling products and engineering teams.\n, • Startup or scale-up experience is highly desirable.\n\n Bonus points for experience within PropTech, FinTech or LegalTech. \n \n Why Join BreezeMove?\n This is an opportunity to join a company that's already proven the model. \n We're now focused on scaling nationally, expanding our product offering and becoming one of the UK's leading PropTech platforms. \n You'll receive: \n\n • Up to £90,000 salary\n, • Meaningful share options\n, • Hybrid working from our Manchester office\n, • Direct influence over company strategy\n, • Opportunity to build and lead your own engineering team\n, • Work alongside an ambitious founder and experienced leadership team\n, • The chance to help define the future of one of the UK's largest industries\n\n \n The Person We're Looking For\n The best candidate probably won't describe themselves as "just an engineer." \n They'll think like a product leader, understand commercial strategy, enjoy working with customers and be excited by the challenge of building a category-defining business. \n If you're motivated by ownership, impact and the opportunity to build something that genuinely changes an industry, we'd love to hear from you. \n

\n High-yield Consultant vacancy in Doha. State-of-the-art Private Hospital. Tax-free package from £240k–£370k+ GBP, premium assets, full malpractice cover. Apply. \n Medical Staff Talent has been directly authorized by a premier private healthcare institution in Doha to recruit an exceptional, Western-trained Consultant. This position is strategically designed for a high-performing clinician who demands access to cutting-edge medical infrastructure, including advanced robotic platforms and unconstrained capital expenditure pipelines for specialized medical procurement. \n The successful candidate will assume full clinical leadership within a state-of-the-art facility, driving operational excellence and overseeing complex patient care pathways. This corporate appointment offers direct exposure to an affluent international patient demographic, supported by a highly streamlined administrative network. The facility operates at the absolute forefront of regional medicine, ensuring that your clinical practice is backed by immediate access to the latest global therapeutic technologies and diagnostic tools. Requirements\n Must hold CCT/CCST, American/Canadian Board certification, or equivalent Tier-1 Western specialist credentials. \n A minimum of 5 years of active, continuous experience operating at the Consultant level post-board certification. \n Demonstrated clinical leadership capabilities with the ability to optimize departmental workflows in a high-infrastructure hospital setting. \n Flawless professional history, active medical licensure, and total command of the English language. \n Guaranteed tax-free baseline salary of £240,000 to £370,000+ GBP per annum, paid as a liquid net sum with no local deductions. \n Premium corporate housing allowance or high-end private accommodation provided within a luxury residential sector. \n Comprehensive global medical malpractice insurance and top-tier private health coverage fully sponsored by the hospital group. \n All work-related international travel costs covered, alongside an executive mobilization package, generous annual leave, and end-of-service gratuity benefits. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

General Manager | High Volume Restaurant | Manchester | Up to £45,000 + Bonus \n Salary: Up to £45,000 + Performance Bonus \n \n Are you an experienced General Manager who thrives in a fast paced, high energy hospitality environment? We're working with one of the UK's most recognised premium burger brands, looking for an exceptional leader to take ownership of a high-volume restaurant in Manchester. \n This is an opportunity to join a business that invests heavily in its people, promotes from within and genuinely empowers its General Managers to run their restaurant like their own business. \n You'll be an experienced General Manager with a proven background in high volume hospitality or quick service restaurants. \n \n Your responsibilities as a General Manager will include: \n • Leading, coaching and developing a large management and restaurant team. \n • Creating a culture focused on people, quality and operational excellence. \n • Delivering outstanding customer experiences every day. \n • Driving sales, profitability and labour performance through strong commercial decision making. \n • Managing all financial controls, stock, food safety and compliance. \n • Recruiting, developing and retaining top talent, building a strong succession pipeline. \n • Working closely with your Area Manager to deliver business objectives and long term growth. \n \n What's On Offer \n • Salary up to £45,000 \n • Performance related bonus \n • Excellent training and structured career development \n • Clear progression opportunities within a growing national brand \n • A supportive and people focused culture \n • Staff perks and additional company benefits \n \n If you're looking for your next General Manager opportunity with a fast-growing branded hospitality business that values leadership, people development and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. \n

hackajob is collaborating with MAG (Airports Group) to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Business Unit: Cavu \n Data Director \n Manchester / Hybrid \n About Cavu \n For airports, for partners, for people. We are Cavu. \n At Cavu, our purpose is to find new and better ways to make airport travel seamless and enjoyable for everybody, from the smallest ideas to the biggest transformations. Every day is an opportunity to create better travel experiences. \n From our revenue-accelerating single-platform technology, Propel, through to our world-class hospitality venues including Aether and our Escape Lounges, our solutions make travel smoother for passengers and more profitable for our clients and partners. \n We know that to bring your best ideas, you need the space to think, the support to grow, and the freedom to be your authentic self. Whether you're working from our offices, from home, in our lounges, or on the road, we provide an environment where you can create, innovate, and help transform airport travel. \n Together, we can reach new heights. Together, we are Cavu. \n Why This Role Is Different \n This is a rare opportunity to join Cavu. at a pivotal stage in our growth journey. Reporting to the Chief Product & Technology Officer, you'll have genuine influence across the organisation, helping shape both our data strategy and broader business direction. You'll work alongside senior leaders to determine where we invest, how we scale and how data helps unlock future growth opportunities across our products, customers and partners. \n This role could be particularly exciting for a senior data leader from a small to medium-sized digital, technology, e-commerce or SaaS business who is looking to broaden their impact and operate at enterprise scale. Rather than inheriting a fully mature data organisation, you'll play a leading role in defining what great looks like, building capability, creating a data-driven culture and leaving a legacy that will influence the business for years to come. \n For the right person, this is a career-defining opportunity to shape the future of data at Cavu and directly contribute to the next phase of growth. \n The Role \n As Data Director, you'll lead the evolution of our enterprise-wide data capability, creating the strategy, foundations and culture that enable data to drive smarter decisions across the business. \n Working closely with senior leaders across Product, Technology, Commercial, Finance, Customer and Operations, you'll ensure data becomes fully embedded in how we think, plan and deliver. You'll bring clarity to a complex and evolving landscape, balancing strategic priorities while building strong partnerships across multiple stakeholder groups. Your ability to influence, align expectations and bring people on the journey will be just as important as your technical and commercial expertise. \n From completing the migration and validation of our new data warehouse to embedding a new reporting platform as the single source of truth, you'll lead a talented team while helping Cavu unlock new opportunities through analytics, AI and data-led innovation. \n \n What You'll Be Doing \n \n Inspire and Lead a High-Performing Data Function \n\n • Create an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing culture where people can thrive.\n, • Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across Data Engineering, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Science and Governance.\n, • Build leadership capability and create meaningful career development opportunities.\n, • Foster a culture of learning, experimentation and continuous improvement.\n, • Champion diversity of thought, knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration.\n\n \n Shape and Deliver Our Data Strategy \n\n • Define and execute a multi-year data strategy aligned to Cavu's growth ambitions.\n, • Establish a clear roadmap across platforms, governance, analytics and data products.\n, • Make thoughtful decisions about priorities, ensuring investment is focused where it creates the greatest business value.\n, • Balance short-term business needs with long-term strategic objectives.\n, • Identify opportunities to leverage data, AI and machine learning to support growth, innovation and operational excellence.\n\n \n Build Trusted Partnerships Across the Business \n\n • Act as a strategic advisor to executive and senior leadership teams.\n, • Build strong relationships across Product, Engineering, Commercial, Finance, Customer and Operations functions.\n, • Navigate complex stakeholder environments with confidence, empathy and credibility.\n, • Manage competing priorities while setting clear expectations on delivery, outcomes and value.\n, • Influence decision-making through insight, evidence and commercial understanding.\n, • Create alignment across teams and leadership groups to drive successful outcomes.\n\n \n Drive Governance, Quality and Insight \n\n • Establish robust governance frameworks, standards and accountability.\n, • Improve data quality, consistency and accessibility across the organisation.\n, • Ensure compliance with privacy, regulatory and security requirements.\n, • Develop meaningful KPIs and measurement frameworks that support business objectives.\n, • Champion self-service analytics and data products that empower teams to make informed decisions.\n, • Ensure data and insight activities remain focused on delivering measurable business outcomes.\n\n \n Enable Scalable Delivery \n\n • Partner closely with Product and Engineering leaders to embed data into products and platforms.\n, • Oversee critical programmes including platform migration and reporting transformation.\n, • Promote modern data practices, engineering excellence and automation.\n, • Drive adoption of scalable technologies and ways of working.\n, • Effectively manage dependencies, risks and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful delivery.\n\n \n What We're Looking For \n Essential Experience \n\n • Significant leadership experience within Data, Analytics or Information Management.\n, • A proven track record of defining and delivering enterprise-wide data strategies.\n, • Experience building, developing and transforming multidisciplinary data teams.\n, • Strong experience partnering with executive stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions.\n, • Expertise in data governance, quality frameworks and modern data management practices.\n, • Experience delivering cloud-based data platforms and analytics capabilities, including AWS technologies such as Redshift, Glue and SageMaker.\n, • Demonstrated success in driving organisational change and increasing data maturity.\n, • Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to connect data initiatives to measurable business outcomes.\n\n \n You'll Thrive Here If You... \n\n • Enjoy building and scaling capabilities in growing businesses.\n, • Have experience navigating ambiguity and bringing structure to evolving environments.\n, • Are excited by the opportunity to influence strategy rather than simply execute it.\n, • Know how to prioritise effectively, balancing long-term vision with immediate business needs.\n, • Have exceptional stakeholder management skills and are comfortable working across a broad range of business functions.\n, • Build trust quickly and communicate with clarity and authenticity.\n, • Are confident setting expectations, managing complexity and bringing people together around a shared goal.\n, • Lead with curiosity, empathy and accountability.\n, • Are passionate about developing people and creating environments where everyone can succeed.\n, • Have worked within a high-growth digital, technology, e-commerce or SaaS environment and are motivated by the opportunity to shape a larger, more complex organisation.\n\n \n Desirable Experience \n\n • Experience within digital, travel, e-commerce, marketplace or SaaS businesses.\n, • Exposure to multi-brand, multi-product or international organisations.\n, • Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions or large-scale platform migrations.\n\n \n What's in It for You? \n This is an opportunity to take ownership of a highly visible and strategically important function at a business that sees data as a critical driver of future success. \n You'll have the autonomy to shape strategy, influence decision-making at the highest level and create lasting impact across the organisation. You'll join a collaborative leadership team, work alongside talented colleagues and help build the capabilities that will power Cavu's next phase of growth. \n .