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We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Monday to Friday Good work/life balance with term time only (43 weeks per year) Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year We're recruiting an experienced Chef Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Could you shine as Chartwells's next Chef Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Chef Manager will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill About Us Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/1602/F08701/52773259/R/SU #State Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Senior Finance Manager Location: South London (Hybrid) Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 Job Type: Permanent A growing Financial Services company is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Finance Manager to support the leadership of its finance function. This position offers the opportunity to oversee core financial reporting processes, maintain strong governance and control frameworks and lead a small team within a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure financial information is accurate, compliant and delivered on time, while also helping to improve processes and strengthen reporting capabilities across the finance team. Key responsibilities include: Managing core finance operations to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Overseeing the month-end close process, including reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances. Preparing consolidation entries and supporting group-level financial reporting. Producing journals and supporting period-end reporting activities. Leading the preparation of statutory financial statements and coordinating the external audit process. Ensuring appropriate financial controls and risk management processes are maintained. Monitoring developments in accounting standards and supporting their implementation where required. Contributing to projects aimed at improving finance processes, systems and reporting capability. Leading and developing a small finance team, supporting their professional development and performance. Providing support to senior finance leadership where required.Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Around 4+ years post-qualified experience in a financial reporting or finance management role. Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting standards and internal controls. Experience preparing statutory accounts and working with auditors. Advanced Excel capability. Strong organisational and time management skills. Experience communicating financial information to senior stakeholders. Experience managing or mentoring finance professionals. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Desirable Experience Previous experience within financial services or a regulated environment. Familiarity with IFRS-based reporting. Exposure to reporting within a listed or group structure. Experience supporting finance systems or process improvement initiatives.Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Head of Health & Safety Location: Surrey (with travel across the South East) Salary: £90,000 – £110,000 + Company Car + Bonus + Benefits The Opportunity A well-established and growing organisation operating across civil engineering, plant hire, commercial, industrial and residential construction sectors is seeking to appoint a Head of Health & Safety. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of the Health & Safety function, driving both strategic direction and practical delivery across a multi-site operation. The business operates across approximately 16 sites with a workforce of 300+ employees, and this position will play a key role in embedding a proactive, positive safety culture across all activities. Key Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Health & Safety strategy, policies and management systems Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and environmental legislation, including CDM Regulations Provide leadership and guidance to operational teams across multiple construction and infrastructure projects Oversee the preparation and review of key documentation, including Construction Phase Plans, RAMS, risk assessments and inspection reports Lead investigations into incidents, accidents and near misses, ensuring effective root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions Manage and maintain external accreditations and certifications Develop and deliver training programmes, ensuring workforce competency and ongoing engagement Act as the primary point of contact for clients, regulators and external auditors Monitor performance through audits, inspections, KPIs and reporting, driving continuous improvement Support pre-construction and tender processes, advising on risk, methodology and compliance requirements Promote a positive safety culture through effective communication, leadership and engagement at all levels Candidate Requirements Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH), or working towards Strong background within civil engineering, construction or infrastructure environments Proven experience operating at Senior H&S Manager or Head of level Good working knowledge of CDM Regulations Experience managing H&S across multiple sites and complex operations Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to influence at all levels of an organisation What’s on Offer £85,000 – £110,000 + company car + discretionary bonus Opportunity to lead and shape the H&S function within a growing business Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors A mix of strategic leadership and hands-on operational involvement Long-term opportunity within a stable and expanding organisation Additional Information This role will require travel across multiple sites in Surrey, Sussex, Berkshire and Hampshire. Candidates should be comfortable operating in both office and site-based environments. Bryan & Armstrong Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Agency notes This is a full-time permanent role, Monday to Friday, and is available to start as soon as possible upon appointment. The client has not notified us of any specific Health & Safety Risks. The notice period is 1 week during probation, rising to 1 month thereafter and is paid on a monthly, salaried basis. Salary offered (£85k-£110k) will be dependent on experience. You will be entitled to a company car / car allowance + 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + pension + up to 10% bonus

Key Responsibilities People Management Lead and manage a competent, motivated and ambitious team comprising two managers and a total staff of 15+ Build relationships and take care of team wellbeing and development, ensuring every team member knows their value Assist in recruiting new team members as and when required Alongside the Facilities Manager, manage the defects and snagging processes with the Developer Build relationships with senior team members, investors, stakeholders, and clients across the business Attend regular Operations and Leasing team meetings to ensure full awareness of all move-in/move-out forecasts and maintain strong inter-company communicationsCustomer Experience Take full ownership of the resident experience with a focus on customer service, turning residents into brand ambassadors Deal with complaints with empathy, and praise with modesty Deliver an exceptional resident experience in line with company Standard Operating Procedures Manage resident tenancies, including ASTs, move-in and move-out processes, renewals and everything in betweenOperational & Compliance Autonomously manage the entire estate, including residential and commercial elements Ensure full operational knowledge of apartment and communal area systems Work with main contractors and Employer's Agent to ensure snagging and defect management is dealt with in a timely manner Coordinate all move-ins with the leasing team, night concierge and third-party service providers to ensure apartments are ready and welcome packs are in place Be part of the on-call rota as and when required Be flexible and hands-on - get stuck in to manage the site in the best possible way Support the Facilities Manager in monitoring and procuring stock for soft FM services economically and competitively Support the Facilities Manager in maintaining all health and safety policies and risk assessments Manage the property management system, including preparing and presenting reports Manage bank accounts and payments - both resident and supplier - including debt management Keep up to date with changes in technology, processes and industry standards Offer suggestions to improve operational performanceCommercial Manage the wider estate, including commercial tenants Work alongside the accounts team to ensure payments are received on time Work in conjunction with the estates management team for the smooth running of the estate Establish positive working relationships with the wider estate community Support the Leasing Manager with touring and leasing to optimise occupancy and revenueThe General Manager will also be expected to extend their duties to other tasks commensurate with the role. Who We're Looking For We're looking for a talented, committed and flexible manager who can lead from the front. The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level and will draw on their operational management experience to lead a team, drive revenue, and deliver an unforgettable living experience for residents. This is a significant role with considerable responsibility and unlimited potential for career growth. We're results-driven and looking for dependable, dedicated people who see the bigger picture while loving the detail

Daytime Healthcare are seeking an experienced Domiciliary Care Registered Manager to join a national domiciliary care provider. You will have the chance to bring in some of your own staff and grow the branch further! Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Domiciliary Manager to lead and oversee the operations of an established homecare branch. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of domiciliary care services, demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, and have a passion for delivering exceptional patient-centered care. As the Registered Domiciliary Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing staff, and maintaining high-quality service delivery within a dynamic homecare environment. Duties • Lead the day-to-day management of the homecare branch, ensuring seamless service delivery aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements., • Oversee recruitment, training, supervision, and performance management of care staff to promote a motivated and competent team., • Develop and implement operational policies and procedures that enhance quality standards and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations., • Monitor service quality through audits, patient feedback, and incident reports; implement continuous improvement initiatives accordingly. You must be an experienced Registered Domiciliary Care Manager to be considered

Head Waiter - Assistant Manager required for a Restaurant located in the outer Croydon area. As Head Waiter - Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision within this restaurant operation which also has a function room. Our client is looking for a good all-round background to include previous supervisory / managerial experience of bar / restaurant / wedding and other function service operations, and you will require a hands-on approach, being on the floor engaging with your guests ensuring maximum customer satisfaction. As Head Waiter - Assistant Manager, this role would require that you are on duty for lunch and dinner service times leading your team from the front. A hands-on role which will involve training and motivating your food and beverage team. All financial management and administration functions for this restaurant, will be undertaken by the owners / Directors allowing you to be at the forefront of the business on the floor. A sample of duties for the Head Waiter - Assistant Manager requirements: * That you supervise, train, motivate, develop and lead your team to ensure the smooth delivery of service to maintain standards * Ensure the restaurant / food and beverage areas are ready for service and resetting for next service * Taking restaurant and function bookings * Meeting and greeting guests * Ensuring the service of food and beverages is in a smooth and timely manner and in accordance to standards set * Ensuring guest satisfaction * Promote / increase food and beverage sales * Good wine knowledge desirable * Ensure the work area is clean and tidy * Manage the service – lunch and dinner service (unless a function on requiring you to be working at a specific time) * Provide excellent communication skills with a passion for guest service * Hands on role, on the floor * Ensure guest billing and payments * Compliance with government guidelines and statutory regulations The salary for this opportunity of Head Waiter - Assistant Manager is given as competitive, from £34,000 upwards / per annum / plus a share of the service charge / tips on top. Transport will be needed due to location in the local area and also shift work. This property plans to be closed on a Monday and Tuesday, therefore your work schedule will be Wednesday to Sunday inclusive, unless a function is booked for the other days. Please send an up-to-date copy of your Curriculum Vitae. N.E. Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We look forward to receiving all applications, however due to the high number of applications, we are only able to contact candidates which closely match the level of skills and experience of the requirements of our clients. However, for more information or opportunities please contact us or forward your cv for consideration. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

Room Leader Penge East, SE26 | Full Time | £14.40 to £15.00 per hour We are looking for an experienced Room Leader to join a busy and supportive nursery in Penge East (SE26). This is a fantastic opportunity for a Level 3-qualified childcare professional to lead a team, support children’s learning and development, and make a real difference every day. What you’ll be doing: Lead and manage a nursery room, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment Plan, deliver, and evaluate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Support and mentor your team to provide high-quality care and education Communicate effectively with parents and carers about their child’s progress Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the room and contribute to nursery operations What we’re looking for: Level 3 in Childcare or above (essential) Experience leading a room or team within an early years setting Professional, reliable, and passionate about children’s development Strong organisational and communication skills Pay & Benefits: £14.40 to £15,00 per hour, full time Clear responsibilities and supportive management Opportunities for professional development and career progression Generous staff benefits and wellbeing initiatives This is an exciting role for a dedicated childcare professional looking to take the next step in their career as a Room Leader, working in a friendly and supportive nursery environment in Penge East, SE26. INDED

Contract Manager - Repairs & Voids Location: South London Salary: £60,000 per annum Sector: Social Housing Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview We are working in partnership with a leading housing association to recruit an experienced Contract Manager to oversee repairs and voids operations across their South London portfolio. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring high-quality service delivery, strong contractor performance, and excellent resident satisfaction. The Role As Contract Manager, you will take ownership of repairs and voids contracts, managing contractor relationships and driving performance against KPIs. You will play a key role in ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard and void turnaround times are minimised, supporting the organisation's commitment to safe, quality housing. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end delivery of repairs and voids contracts across a defined patch Monitor contractor performance against SLAs, KPIs, and compliance standards Lead on contract mobilisation, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure void properties are turned around efficiently to minimise rental loss Work closely with internal teams including asset management, housing operations, and finance Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control across contracts Handle escalations, complex complaints, and stakeholder engagement Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and statutory requirementsCandidate Profile Proven experience managing repairs and/or voids contracts within social housing or a similar environment Strong commercial acumen with experience in contract management and supplier performance Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Data-driven approach with the ability to analyse performance metrics and drive improvements Good understanding of housing regulations, compliance, and health & safety standards Experience managing budgets and delivering value for moneyWhat's on Offer Competitive salary of £60,000 Opportunity to work with a large, reputable housing association Strong career progression opportunities Collaborative and purpose-driven working environment Comprehensive benefits packageApply Now If you are an experienced Contract Manager looking to make a meaningful impact in social housing, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion

Senior Head Baker South London Up to £50,000 This isn't just another bakery job. We are working with a fast growing bakery brand looking for a Senior Head Baker ready to take the lead in a busy, ambitious operation with both retail and wholesale operations thriving . If you are the kind of baker who enjoys leading a team and turning great ideas into products that actually scale , this could be something special. You will be leading a 10+ person bakery team , owning production, standards, and helping bring new product development ideas to life . This is a role for someone who likes a challenge and wants to grow with a business that's about to expand significantly. The Role Full responsibility for bakery production and daily operations Lead and develop a team of 12 bakers Drive consistency, quality and efficiency Take NPD ideas and turn them into real products at scale Manage rotas, suppliers and production planning Maintain exceptional artisan bread standards The Hours This is a hands-on leadership role in a real production bakery . Afternoon / Evening shifts Some finishes past midnight Fridays are the busiest production day 45 hour contract If you love the rhythm of an evening / night bakery and thrive in a fast-paced production environment, you will fit right in. What They Are Looking For Strong artisan bread baking experience Proven team leadership in a bakery production environment Someone confident running large-scale bread production A people-focused leader who can motivate and develop a team Experience contributing to new product development Why This Role? Up to £50k salary Well-established and growing business Retail + wholesale operations performing strongly Major expansion plans underway Real opportunity to grow with the company If you are a baker who enjoys leading from the front, building strong teams, and pushing quality at scale , we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKCT

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Ready to lead with purpose and make a real impact? Join Pilgrim's Europe as an Operations Team Lead at our Craigavon site, and take the next step in your leadership journey with one of the UK's leading food manufacturing companiesLocation: CraigavonVarious Shifts Available: Monday to Friday (fix shi

Experience in digital operations, e-commerce, marketing or subscription models (not essential but beneficial). This is a hands-on operations role at the centre of our Paywall & Sales division. Managing day-to-day operations within the Paywall & Sales function.

We are looking to appoint an Operations, Quality & Compliance Lead to act as a key support to the Operations Director and as the designated second‑in‑command for day‑to‑day operational matters. Operations, Quality & Compliance Lead. Support the Operations Director in the day‑to‑day runni

The ABPCO Operations Lead oversees the successful delivery of day-to-day activities and works closely with the Executive Director to deliver the organisation’s programme of activities. Update the ABPCO website, lead on our online Knowledge Hub and ensure the ABPCO membership database is kept up-to

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DescriptionWe're looking for a Claims Insight Lead to join our Insurance Risk team, based in our London office, to play a pivotal role in reducing motor claims costs and improving road safety through insight-led decision making.

They are seeking an Manufacturing Operations Lead to build and own the production planning framework for their expanding manufacturing operation. Manufacturing Operations Lead responsibilities include:Designing and owning the end-to-end pilot manufacturing flowPlanning and coordina.

Revenue Operations & Account Outreach Lead (6-Month FTC)Location: UK (Hybrid / Remote with travel as required)Salary: £60,000 pro rataReporting to: CEORole PurposeTUAL is scaling its commercial engagement with large UK fleet operators and requires a hands-on operator to run its outreach programme.

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A growing events company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Event and Festival Manager to oversee all aspects of festival operations. You will coordinate teams, manage stock, and ensure high-energy service at leading UK festivals.

A healthcare service provider in the UK seeks a Nurse Coordinator responsible for overseeing nursing activities and ensuring clinical operations run smoothly. This role involves clinical leadership, staff management, and direct patient care. The position offers opportunities for leadership and profe

A leading cybersecurity agency in Greater London seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Operations Specialist. The position involves leading Red Team exercises and developing secure coding guidelines.

A charity organization in Greater London is seeking an Executive & Team Lead to enhance daily operations.

A global marketing group is hiring a Product Operations Lead to provide operational leadership and strategic oversight across its enterprise platforms. The role demands experience in product operations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders. Key

A well-established UK manufacturing group is seeking a PowerBI Developer to lead the development of reporting focused on operational performance. Candidates should have strong experience with Power BI, excellent stakeholder engagement, and a background in manufacturing or operations.

A market-leading distribution company is seeking an Assistant Manager in South Croydon. The role involves assisting in branch operations, handling customer enquiries related to Garage Doors, managing sales orders, and supporting stock control.

A leading tax consultancy is seeking a Senior Indirect Tax Manager for an interim role in the Greater London area. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in VAT operations and a strong background in VAT compliance. Immediate availability is essential as the successful candidate will work

A prominent HR consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking an Interim HR Operations Manager to provide senior-level operational leadership across HR services. This role focuses on stabilizing the Reward function during an organizational transition, ensuring high-quality delivery of HR operational s

A healthcare company is seeking a Practice Manager to lead operations at a medical center in Kingston upon Thames.

A leading global media company is seeking a Product Operations Lead to enhance operational support for enterprise platforms. Candidates should have a strong background in product operations, with skills in managing technical teams and complex platforms.

Growth & Operations Lead in the UK. You will collaborate with Market Operations, Legal, Policy, Marketing, and Central Operations to ensure World’s UK activities are efficient, compliant, and aligned with our global vision. We are more than 400 people across hardware, software, AI, cryptography, m

A leading sports media and gaming company in London is seeking an experienced ad operations professional to lead their advertising technology initiatives.

A leading organization in homelessness services seeks a Lead Manager responsible for overseeing a team to ensure effective service delivery. The Lead Manager will co-ordinate project activities, support the organization's mission, and contribute to improving operations.

A leading property management firm based in Greater London is seeking a Property Executive to ensure the optimal condition of residential properties. This role involves managing daily operations, conducting inspections, and collaborating with contractors.

A leading global professional services business is seeking an impressive Head of Operations in Greater London.

A global consultancy-led market research agency based in London is seeking a PA & Operations Administrator for a 1-year fixed-term maternity cover. This role involves providing PA support to the Managing Director, managing HR processes, and ensuring smooth office operations in a dynamic environment.

The successful candidate will lead HR operations for approximately 750 employees during a transition phase and support the Workday system implementation. A financial services business in London is seeking an Interim HR Operations Manager for a fixed-term contract. This role requires strong stakehold

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with EYFS and Ofsted standards, leading the staff, and preparing for inspections.

A leading hospitality firm is seeking a General Manager for their renowned brasserie in West London.

A leading real estate services firm is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee engineering operations in London.

A student-centered venue in London is seeking a Meeting & Events Operations Team Leader to oversee event delivery and operations. This diverse role requires previous experience in event operations, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

A leading hospitality and leisure organization seeks a Multisite Operations Manager in East Grinstead to oversee project compliance and manage a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, experience in multi-site management, and a compliance focus.