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We're hiring someone to work directly with the owner at Kayman Recruitment Group. We’re a global recruitment and outsourcing business, with offices in London, USA and South Africa. We're supporting recruitment firms and businesses with hiring, talent, and offshore solutions. We’ve grown quickly and are continuing to scale internationally. I need a true right hand to help me run the business day-to-day. Ideally you will have experience working in a recruitment / sales environment as an Administrator or PA. You’ll be: • Managing priorities across a fast-moving, global business, • Coordinating across teams in the UK, US, and South Africa, • Owning tasks and projects end-to-end, • Diary management, • Most importantly, acting as a central point across the company I’m looking for someone who is: • Proactive, organised, and high energy, • Confident, with strong presence, • High ownership, gets things done without being asked, • Ideally from a recruitment or sales environment This is NOT for someone who: • Waits for direction, • Wants a slow or highly structured role, • Is just looking to manage a diary For the right person, this role can grow quickly as we scale. We're based in South Woodford, E18 (2 minutes from the Central Line) and in office 3 days per week. If you want to work closely with a CEO and be part of building a global business, reach out now.

Company description: GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc. Job description: Ready to make your mark at a global logistics leader? Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below. GXO is looking for a dynamic Senior Commercial Lawyer to join our high-performing Legal team at our Northampton Head Office. In this senior management role, youll play a pivotal part in driving the UK & Ireland regions growthshaping major logistics outsourcing agreements and leading complex vendor contract negotiations across an exciting mix of sectors, from Retail and Technology to Aerospace, Defence, Healthcare, Public Procurement and more. Youll report directly to the Head of Legal (UK & Ireland) and work on-site at least three days a week, collaborating closely with senior stakeholders to deliver business objectives and outcomes. While logistics outsourcing experience is a bonus, we welcome applications from seasoned commercial lawyers from other industries who can demonstrate strong, transferable expertiseyour fresh perspective could be exactly what were looking for. Pay, benefits and more: Were looking to offer a competitive salary which will be discussed during a telephone interview along with an attractive benefits package including a company car or car allowance. In addition, we offer 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays),as well as the option to buy additional days, so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. Youll also have access to a workplace pension, our GXO University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that youre comfortable with. Plus, many other perks such as a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme andour continued focus on internal promotions. What youll do on a typical day: • Lead major outsourcing negotiations: Drive the negotiation of operational services and infrastructure outsourcing contracts on the supplier side, securing commercially strong and strategically aligned outcomes, conforming to GXOs contracting guidelines, • Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements: Manage contracts spanning automation and infrastructure development, software licensing/support, servicing and maintenance, project funding, asset leasing, and general vendor arrangements. Ability to navigate standard forms such as MF1, FIDIC, NEC, and JCT will be advantageous, • Apply broad legal insight: Use foundational knowledge of commercial landlord/tenant matters, insurance coverage, TUPE in outsourcing and global sanctions/export controls to support contract negotiations. An understanding of insolvency, liens, bailment, public procurement rules, and customs & excise would be beneficial, • Mitigate project and contractual risks: Oversee interdependencies across multiple project-related contracts, ensuring clear and appropriate allocation of operational, delay, cost and other risks, • Disputes: Resolve disputes and claims through strong contract analysis and well-reasoned and legally sound arguments, • Qualified & Experienced: Licensed solicitor in England & Wales with minimum 10+ years PQE, gained either in a multinational inhouse environment or from a leading law firm seeking an in-house move. xrnqpay Needs to manage a demanding, fast-paced caseload with resilience and flexibility and demonstrate excellent time-management skills, • Collaborative Team Player: Brings a calm, positive, and supportive presence to the legal teamhelping balance workloads, share knowledge, and contribute to a strong, collaborative culture, • Project Leadership: Supports the Head of Legal (UK & Ireland) on corporate projects, taking full ownership of deliverables and ensuring outputs meet business expectations, • Growth & Improvement Mindset: Actively contributes to team and departmental objectives, constructively challenges the status quo, and champions continuous improvement within established processes and delegated authorities

The Procurement Manager will oversee and manage the procurement activities within the not-for-profit sector, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency. This role is based in Kettering and requires expertise in procurement. Client Details The employer is a respected organisation within the not-for-profit industry, known for its commitment to delivering value and supporting its community. As a medium-sized organisation, it offers a structured yet collaborative work environment dedicated to achieving meaningful outcomes. Description Coordinate compliant tendering processes in line with Public Contracts Regulations and internal governance. Advise on appropriate procurement routes, thresholds, and use of frameworks. Contribute to procurement policy development and support audit and compliance reviews. Manage tendering processes using the e-tendering system, including clarification handling, evaluation reporting, bidder notifications and supplier due diligence Ensure procurement activity is compliant with financial limits and delegated authority levels set out in the organisations' Financial Regulations. Support departments in developing category strategies aligned with the organisation and sustainability objectives. Advise on sourcing options including in-house, outsourcing, and partnership models. Conduct market engagement and options appraisals to inform procurement planning. Review existing procurement systems and contribute to the ongoing improvement to procurement services across the organisation Use procurement and spend data to identify trends and potential improvements. Maintain procurement dashboards and KPIs for internal reporting and assurance. Review high-value non-tendered spend to assess supplier competitiveness and identify opportunities to formalise arrangements. Negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms and improve commercial outcomes. Provide guidance on contract terms and escalate legal or complex issues where appropriate. Apply standard supplier due diligence and contract management procedures to ensure consistency and reduce risk. Provide guidance and training on procurement systems, processes, and templates. Maintain the central contracts register with accurate and timely information. Maintain a forward plan of upcoming contracts renewals and work with the Group Finance Director and relevant budget holders to initiate timely procurement activity Ensure contracts are stored securely and available for audit and reporting purposes. Ensure procurement policies and processes are followed, including notification of awards. Support compliance with regulatory requirements such as GDPR, Modern Slavery, and sustainability reporting Monitor procurement risks and ensure appropriate controls are in place to mitigate financial, legal, and reputational exposure. Profile A successful Procurement Manager should have: Experience running public sector procurements under the Public Contracts Regulations 2023, including below-threshold processes Experience of contract negotiation and supplier relationship management Understanding of public procurement law and contract terms Experience using financial data to analyse spend Experience managing procurement performance (e.g. dashboards, KPIs) Familiarity with frameworks such as CCS, ESPO or CPC Experience of calling off from government or sector frameworks Experience using procurement or finance systemsJob Offer A competitive salary of £41,086 to £47,971 per annum. 27 days annual plus bank holidays Pension schemes: People's Pension Employee assistance program: free advice and counseling Active social group with outing and theatre discounts Free on-site parking Discounts on beauty, health, and gym facilities Blue Light Card for service and product discounts