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Head of Design Watford (Office Based) £60,000 – £80,000 + Profit Share About AllSfär AllSfär is a design-led, sustainable manufacturer of innovative acoustic products for commercial interiors. Working with architects, interior designers, office fit-out companies, and furniture dealers, we create high-quality solutions that enhance modern workspaces. As a Made in Britain certified brand, we design and manufacture all products in-house, combining craftsmanship with innovation. Sustainability is central to our approach, from material selection (including mycelium and hemp) to energy efficiency and low-emission production. As we scale, we are looking to appoint a Head of Design to lead and evolve our design function. The Role This is a senior leadership position and part of the management team, responsible for shaping product strategy, driving innovation, and building a scalable design function. You will lead both product development and applications design, ensuring we deliver market-leading products while supporting project-based work efficiently. Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Innovation • Define and lead the product roadmap, • Identify market opportunities and gaps in the product range, • Drive innovation aligned with architectural and interior design trends, • Lead product development from concept through to manufacture, • Oversee prototyping, testing, and refinement, • Ensure products are commercially viable, manufacturable, and design-led, • Lead and develop the design team, including Product and Applications Designers, • Define clear roles, responsibilities, and workflows, • Oversee project-based design output supporting the sales team, • Ensure high-quality drawings, layouts, and technical documentation, • Work closely with sales, marketing, and operations, • Align product development with customer demand and commercial strategy, • Contribute to business strategy as part of the management team, • Support growth through improved product offering and increased specification About You • Proven experience in product design within commercial interiors, furniture, or related sectors, • Experience leading or mentoring a design team, • Strong understanding of specification-led sales (architects/interior designers), • Ability to balance innovation with commercial and manufacturing realities, • Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on in a growing business, • Strong CAD and technical design understanding Desirable • Experience in acoustic products or interior systems, • Interest in sustainable materials and manufacturing, • Exposure to branding or product range development What We Offer • £60,000 – £80,000 salary (depending on experience), • Inclusion in a profit share scheme (post-probation), • 32 days holiday including bank holidays, • Key leadership role within a growing business, • Opportunity to shape product direction and design function Working Hours • Monday to Friday, • 7:30am – 4:30pm, • 30-minute lunch break This is an opportunity to take ownership of design within a growing, ambitious company and play a central role in shaping its next stage of growth. If you are interested in building and leading a design function that drives both innovation and commercial success, we would like to hear from you.

TJX Companies At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores-TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: Staff Engineer (Oracle MOM) Who we are The Oracle Retail Solution Delivery team develops the software and systems that support TJX's core financial Oracle MOM suite applications including Stock Ledger, Sales Audit and Markdowns. This role leverages your experience with Oracle Technologies to deliver our scalable global applications. Our team is looking for people with a passion for technology, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to try new things that drive better solutions and help the MOM ART achieve high-value results for our customers. We want creative people that are familiar with the challenges of working within a large organization with many stakeholders as well as the hands-on challenges of designing, developing, and deploying software using Oracle technologies. A strong background of technical and functional achievements with the MOM suite with a commensurate detailed knowledge of the strengths/weaknesses of the on-prom suite is expected. A solid awareness of the ORACLE SaaS Merchandise Foundation, Price Hub & Sales Audit offerings a plus. Responsibilities include; • Providing analysis to both technical and non-technical audiences., • Presentation skills with a high degree of comfort with both large and small audiences, • Demonstrate a substantial Oracle Retail, Retail domain design level of knowledge (SaaS & ONPREM), • Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing Oracle retail modules, • (ONPREM/SaaS) customizations within MFCS, • Demonstrate Expertise working on a wide range of Integration patterns, • in programming using: Java, Pro C and PL/SQL, • in scripting languages using: JavaScript and shell script, • in database query language such as: Oracle - performance, EXA, etc., • 9 + years of experience as an Engineer in a Retail domain or related occupation, • Experience must include experience in agile software development, • Demonstrated technical thought leadership in customer facing situations In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. Address: 300 Value Way Location: USA Home Office Marlborough MA 300 Value Way This position has a starting salary range of $112,800.00 to $146,600.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives. JTRA1_UKTJ

Were looking for a knowledgeable and highly motivated Technical Manager to join our Design & Quality Team. This is a part-time role of 30 hours a week, which can be worked flexibly over 4 or 5 days, supporting an excellent worklife balance while playing a vital role in delivering high-quality homes. This is a hybrid role based in either of our offices in Letchworth, Hertfordshire or High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. You will be expected to attend the office/s 2 days per week with the remainder worked remotely or at home. There will be some travel to sites so you must be a car driver with regular access to a vehicle. Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose? At SettleParadigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, wed love to welcome you on our journey. Together, were building a better future. About the Role Youll support our New Business, Regeneration, Delivery and Aftercare teams to ensure every new home meets our standards for design, quality, safety and compliance. As our technical expert, youll advise across the development life-cycle, helping maintain safe sites, resolve risks early and deliver consistently high-quality homes. A key part of the role is overseeing our Clerk of Works (CoW) function, ensuring effective site inspections, strong performance reporting and proactive defect prevention. Youll analyse trends, drive quality improvements and help enhance customer satisfaction and long-term asset performance. Youll be involved at all stagesfrom technical due diligence and specification reviews through construction monitoring, snagging, handover and early aftercarebringing together design, construction, compliance and customer-focused insight to support excellent project outcomes. About You You role-model our values through professionalism, clear communication and a strong social purpose. Highly organised and methodical, you manage competing priorities with attention to detail. You work collaboratively, build trust quickly, take ownership and continuously look for improvements. Youre confident challenging constructively and providing clear, practical advice. Key Accountabilities, you will: * Support the Head of Design & Quality with risk management, progress updates and KPI reporting. * Complete technical due diligence for new opportunities, including scheme, specification and drawing reviews. * Provide technical input to S106, land led, regeneration and package deal schemes through to handover. * Help identify and manage contractual and construction-related risks. * Manage professional service providers, especially the Clerk of Works, ensuring consistent quality monitoring. * Oversee (and support re-procurement of) the CoW framework, including performance and KPI reporting. * Assist in procuring and managing consultants, including CDM Coordinators. * Monitor quality control, review CoW reports and escalate issues, including site visits as required. * Represent Paradigm at snagging benchmarks, handovers and defect inspections. * Coordinate specialist inspections (e.g. Fire Engineers, M&E, Timber Frame). * Ensure compliance, via inspections where required, meets SettleParadigm standards before completion * Investigate defects post-completion, propose solutions and coordinate remedial work. * Support the Aftercare Team with defect triage and investigations. * Arrange or conduct familiarisation visits and share technical information with internal teams. * Support Asset Management with year-two warranty issues. * Ensure client choices and agreed specifications are correctly delivered. * Report any departures from contract specifications. * Ensure a high level of build quality and Health & Safety standards are achieved * Assist in preparing Employers Requirements and contract documentation. * Champion Health & Safety compliance and continuous improvement across colleagues and supply chain. What Success Looks Like Homes consistently meet or exceed regulatory, design and quality standards. Strong build quality and high Health & Safety standards across all schemes.Fewer defects and high customer satisfaction at handover and beyond. Effective defect monitoring and preventative quality measures in place. Robust and well-managed Clerk of Works framework. Continuous improvements to systems, processes and efficiency. Reduced life-cycle costs through better design and delivery. What Youll Need Must haves * Degree-level qualification in a construction-related discipline or equivalent experience, with significant practical and theoretical construction experience * Strong residential development experience (housing association or house-builder) * Good knowledge and understanding of Building Regulations * Collaborative approach with Compliance, Asset Management and H&S teams and strong teamwork skills with an improvement-focused mindset * Strong understanding of architectural/technical requirements and development processes * Up-to-date construction process and contract knowledge * Knowledge of development contracts, compliance and Health & Safety * Understanding of NHBC and warranty provider requirements * Understanding of Net Zero and its impact on housing * Ability to inspect works against drawings, standards and regulations * Highly organised, methodical and process-driven * Excellent written and verbal communication * Numerate with strong analytical skills * Full driving licence, own transport and willingness to travel to sites and meetings Nice to haves * Postgraduate qualification or professional membership (CIOB, RICS, RIBA) * Experience with various development contract forms * Experience improving contract performance * Knowledge of the social housing sector Benefits At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. * annual salary: £51,990 for 30 hours p/w from 01 April 2026 (FTE £64,121) * 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options * Generous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice * Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave * Health cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover) * Life cover and income protection * Flexible working hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging And thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide: * Mental Health First Aiders available to support * Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions) * Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships * 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities * Peer-recognition rewards platform * Paid professional subscription (one per year) Working Hours & Additional Pay * Our standard is 37 hours p/w 9am-5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 5pm on Friday. This role is for 30 hours which can worked over 4 days or 5 to include Mondays and Fridays. Our Commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups. Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required. Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Closing Date: Wednesday 25 March 2026 We reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate. JBRP1_UKTJ

TJX Companies At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centres or Retail Stores-TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: Staff Engineer (Oracle MOM) Who we are The Oracle Retail Solution Delivery team develops the software and systems that support TJX's core financial Oracle MOM suite applications including Stock Ledger, Sales Audit and Markdowns. This role leverages your experience with Oracle Technologies to deliver our scalable global applications. Our team is looking for people with a passion for technology, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to try new things that drive better solutions and help the MOM ART achieve high-value results for our customers. We want creative people that are familiar with the challenges of working within a large organization with many stakeholders as well as the hands-on challenges of designing, developing, and deploying software using Oracle technologies. A strong background of technical and functional achievements with the MOM suite with a commensurate detailed knowledge of the strengths/weaknesses of the on-prom suite is expected. A solid awareness of the ORACLE SaaS Merchandise Foundation, Price Hub & Sales Audit offerings a plus. Responsibilities include; Providing analysis to both technical and non-technical audiences. Presentation skills with a high degree of comfort with both large and small audiences Demonstrate a substantial Oracle Retail, Retail domain design level of knowledge (SaaS & ONPREM) Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing Oracle retail modules (ONPREM/SaaS) customizations within MFCS Demonstrate Expertise working on a wide range of Integration patterns Ability to define effective Architectural and Design guard rails that drive efficient design and development processes Demonstrated hands-on success; in programming using: Java, Pro C and PL/SQL in scripting languages using: JavaScript and shell script in database query language such as: Oracle - performance, EXA, etc. 9 + years of experience as an Engineer in a Retail domain or related occupation Experience must include experience in agile software development Demonstrated technical thought leadership in customer facing situations Experience with industry standards for enterprise integration patterns Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information. In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. Address: 300 Value Way Location: USA Home Office Marlborough MA 300 Value Way This position has a starting salary range of $(phone number removed) to $(phone number removed) per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives

PORCELANOSA, a global leader in the innovation, design, manufacture and distribution of Tile, Kitchen, and Bath products, endeavors to be the industry leader by providing trendsetting cutting-edge designs of unparalleled beauty and refinement, uncompromising quality, technologically superior products and dependable services to its clients. Through a dynamic company owned and independent distribution network, Porcelanosa was founded over 45 years ago in a small village by the Mediterranean Sea in Castellon, Spain. Since then, we have been providing architectural and design solutions to consumers and the A&D community with unparalleled innovation, quality, and service. Porcelanosa has experienced incredible growth over the years and today our global presence extends to over 140 countries through more than 400 company owned showrooms, distribution centres and an extensive network of independent distributors and retailers. Job role: First line support for hardware and software problems in a Windows environment, this will include on-site installation, support and remote support when based in the office. In this position, you will be performing Desktop and Network support for approximately 450 users across 23 locations in the UK. Daily tasks are as follows: •Desktop Support - via phone, email and face-to-face •Installation of company software - Wareflow, SAP, MS Office, Design software •Setup new users/new PCs •MS Windows Server Administration - Active Directory, DNS, DHCP •Backup administration •SAP administration, unlocking and requesting new accounts, logging calls on the Head Office helpdesk •Repair/replace hardware - PCs and peripherals, mobile phones, tablets, printers etc •Liaise with external third-party suppliers for CCTV, email system, Design software, as well as third party IT company •Liaise with internal departments for CRM, SAP, Wareflow, Design software •Telephony administration •Setup company mobiles/hand held devices, tablets •Administration of Network infrastructure, Firewalls and Internet connections. •First point of contact for antivirus, iPads, Video Conference system Personal Attributes -Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure is essential •Flexibility and adaptability •Must be able to work on your own initiative - self-motivated, able to think outside the box and come up with solutions to problems quickly •Communication Skills - working within contacts in and outside of the organisation Working Pattern; • Part Time, • Monday to Friday, 30 hours (8am - 2pm / 9am to 3pm) with 1 hour break