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We are partnering with a highly profitable, private equity-backed international business to appoint a Commercial Finance Director. Reporting directly to an experienced CFO, this is a high-impact leadership role at a pivotal time for the organisation, with the business expected to undergo a significant transaction in the future. \n\n This role offers the opportunity to operate at the heart of a dynamic, growth-focused environment, supporting operations across the UK and Internationally while helping to shape strategy, optimise performance, and drive value creation. \n\n The Role \n\n As Commercial Finance Director, you will lead the financial management of the Group’s distribution operations, providing insightful analysis, robust financial control, and strategic guidance to the leadership team. You will play a key role in enhancing performance, managing cash and working capital, and ensuring the business is well-positioned for future deal activity. \n\n Key Responsibilities \n\n Financial Reporting & Control \n\n\n\t • Lead all aspects of financial management across the distribution businesses, including accounting, reporting, controls, cash collection, tax, treasury, and risk management\n\t, • Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting to support high-quality decision-making\n\t, • Own and actively manage the 13-week cash flow process, ensuring liquidity and compliance with banking covenants\n\t, • Optimise funding structures and oversee cash management across the Group\n\t, • Monitor inventory levels, providing recommendations to manage aged or excess stock\n\t, • Lead the external audit process, ensuring timely and successful completion\n\t, • Provide clear insight into key profit drivers, supporting the leadership team in understanding business performance\n\t, • Challenge and evolve the commercial model to maximise value creation\n\t, • Deliver high-quality, consistent management information to enable agile decision-making\n\t, • Lead the budgeting process and track performance against targets\n\t, • Act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team, contributing to key operational and strategic decisions\n\t, • Provide financial and commercial input into major projects and initiatives\n\t, • Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance team\n\t, • Play a key role within the Finance Leadership Team, setting standards and driving best practice\n\t, • Build strong relationships with auditors, lenders, and external advisors\n\t, • Own key external relationships including insurance providers and brokers\n\t, • Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within a multi-entity, international environment\n\t, • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge at senior level\n\t, • Experience in private equity-backed or transaction-driven environments would be beneficial\n\t, • Track record of driving performance, improving processes, and leading teams through change\n\t

Procurement Director North West England (Site-Based) £100,000 – £120,000 + Bonus + Benefits We are partnering with a high-growth, multi-site manufacturing group to appoint a Procurement Director in a pivotal, business-critical role. Operating within a complex packaging and print environment, this position offers the opportunity to take full ownership of procurement across multiple operating companies — shaping strategy, driving cost optimisation, and building a best-in-class supply function. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who can operate both strategically and operationally — leading from the front while embedding structure, governance, and long-term supplier value. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a group-wide procurement strategy aligned to business growth, operational performance, and margin improvement. Key areas of focus include: Full ownership of procurement strategy across a multi-entity manufacturing group Category leadership across packaging materials including paperboard, plastics, inks, coatings, and print-related inputs Driving cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and commercial value creation Building robust, scalable global supply chains, including Far East sourcing Establishing procurement governance, processes, and performance frameworks Enhancing supplier performance through structured SRM, KPIs, and audit processes Supporting operational efficiency across production, inventory, and planning functions Leading sustainability initiatives, including responsible sourcing and material innovation Reducing supply chain risk through diversification and strategic sourcing models The Candidate We are seeking a commercially astute Procurement leader with a strong track record in manufacturing or packaging-led environments. You will bring: Significant procurement leadership experience within multi-site manufacturing Deep category knowledge across packaging, raw materials, or print-related supply chains Proven success delivering cost savings, supplier strategy, and procurement transformation Experience operating in complex, fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholders Strong negotiation capability across both regional and global supply bases The ability to balance strategic direction with hands-on delivery Exposure to Pharma packaging, regulated environments, or high-specification manufacturing would be advantageous. Why Apply? High-impact role with full ownership of procurement across a growing group Opportunity to build and shape procurement strategy from the ground up Direct influence at executive level, working closely with senior leadership VC-backed environment with a clear focus on growth and value creation Strong salary package with performance-related upside This is a rare opportunity to step into a role where you can genuinely shape procurement strategy and deliver measurable commercial impact across a complex manufacturing business

An international manufacturer within the healthcare and life sciences sector is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead commercial growth across the UK Healthcare Market. With more than 30 years' global experience, the organisation designs and produces high‑performance filtration solutions for various applications, including Medical. Reporting to the Healthcare & Life Sciences Division Sales Director (EMEAI), you will drive strategic market development, build long‑term partnerships, and expand the organisation's footprint across NHS and private healthcare channels. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Commercial Leadership Develop and execute customer account plans to achieve revenue, margin, and order targets. Build and implement effective commercial strategies to strengthen market presence. Identify new business opportunities across manufacturers, hospitals, and healthcare providers. Drive adoption of new products, solutions and applications. Customer Engagement & Business Development Cultivate strong, long‑term customer relationships to maximise retention and growth. Understand customer needs, market trends, and emerging opportunities. Leverage market and competitive insights to influence commercial planning and pricing. Sales Management & Reporting Maintain disciplined sales funnel management within the CRM. Produce weekly visit reports (MOM) and monthly performance analyses. Monitor data trends, funnel success, and customer behaviour to support strategic decisions. Represent the company at exhibitions, training sessions and industry events. Candidate Profile Qualifications & Experience Degree in a relevant discipline or substantial industry experience. Proven B2B sales experience in healthcare, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals. Strong understanding of the UK Healthcare sector, ideally including NHS procurement. Willingness to travel up to 50% across the UK. Skills & Attributes Strong analytical, problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills. Able to manage multiple complex tasks and projects simultaneously. Collaborative team player with experience in organisational environments. Results‑driven with experience in both B2B and B2C environments. Entrepreneurial mindset with a high degree of autonomy. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Murphy is recruiting for a [[title]] to work with Energy on the Norwich to Tilbury scheme, as part of our delivery of the Great Grid partnership (GGP) Based at Wigan - WA3 3JD and 3 days at site at Bury St Edmunds. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Commercial Manager Manage all commercial aspects of the Project and maintain regular liaison with all stakeholders. Monthly Cost and Value Reconciliation reviews. Manage project contractual change including variations, contractor’s claims and the early warning process. In conjunction with the Project Director, manage the project risk register and ensure mitigation measures are reviewed and implemented in a timely manner. Manage and support the project commercial team on a daily basis. Oversee project procurement, ensuring commercial advantageous procurement for the business. Maximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans. Manage contractor’s cost on a weekly basis, ensuring full understanding of all costs each week. Relaying cost performance information to the construction team to ensure project continually improves the estimated final margin. Along with the Project Director and Planning Manager, assist in management of the programme. Continually seek to improve the project performance commercially, including margin betterment, change control capture and avoidance of risks. Manage project controls including value, cost, production and supply chain. Still interested, does this sound like you? Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent. Commercially astute with substantial experience within a commercial role in the Civil Engineering / Construction Industry. Expert knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract such as NEC. Understanding of programming techniques and project controls

Want to work for a company with great values? Are you compassionate? Inspiring? Dependable? Collaborative? Then we want to hear from you! Horizon Care and Education have an exciting opportunity for an SEN Primary Teacher to join Leigh Park School in Wigan. Role will involve teaching Primary subjects to children with various SEN needs Leigh Park is a brand new specialist SEN school based in the Wigan area for children aged 5-19 with a wide range of complex SEN needs. The school is state of the art and we are looking forward to opening and welcoming children. The school is set to open in autumn, after October half term with staff starting in September. At Leigh Park, we provide a holistic, bespoke curriculum with rich learning opportunities that enable young people to develop their functional life skills in order to experience a high quality of life. Bright Futures, Inspired By You. Minimum requirements: QTS or QTLS Qualification Have proven teaching and learning experience Have up to date safeguarding and child protection qualifications/knowledge and experience.The ideal candidate should: Be an outstanding classroom practitioner. Have the energy, passion, and drive to raise standard. Have initiative, vision, excellent planning, and organisational skills. Have experience of working with students with SEMH and additional needs . Have knowledge and understanding of developments in education.About us: We take great satisfaction in being "good neighbours." Horizon schools foster a healthy sense of community both inside and outside of their immediate surroundings. As part of our highly personalised and purposeful provision, pupils at our schools participate in a wide range of academic, creative, sporting, and vocational learning opportunities and activities, which supports them in developing a range of skills and maximising learning outcomes.Young people take part in a wide range of courses, from music to construction, as well as being given every opportunity to excel in their core subjects, such as mathematics and English. At Horizon Care and Education, our teachers will be supported by our Director of Curriculum, Headteachers, SENCos, Operational Directors and the Managing Director of Education Services as well as our extensive therapeutic team. If you are interested in this job role but feel it is too far away, please enquire regarding our flexible travel options and Relocation assistance. Why work for us? Competitive pay rates Occupational sick pay Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards – earn up to £2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development. Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support via Bupa. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. Community and wellbeing-Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together.To start your education journey with Horizon, click apply now! This post is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check and satisfactory references. Closing date for this role is 11th May Please note we reserve the right to close the advert before the closing date stated if we receive a high volume of applications INDEDUBAU

Want to work for a company with great values? Are you compassionate? Inspiring? Dependable? Collaborative? Then we want to hear from you! Horizon Care and Education have an exciting opportunity for an SEN Secondary Teacher to join Leigh Park School in Wigan. Role will involve teaching Secondary subjects to children with various SEN needs Leigh Park is a brand new specialist SEN school based in the Wigan area for children aged 5-19 with a wide range of complex SEN needs. The school is state of the art and we are looking forward to opening and welcoming children. The school is set to open in autumn, after October half term with staff starting in September. At Leigh Park, we provide a holistic, bespoke curriculum with rich learning opportunities that enable young people to develop their functional life skills in order to experience a high quality of life. Bright Futures, Inspired By You. Minimum requirements: QTS or QTLS Qualification Have proven teaching and learning experience Have up to date safeguarding and child protection qualifications/knowledge and experience.The ideal candidate should: Be an outstanding classroom practitioner. Have the energy, passion, and drive to raise standard. Have initiative, vision, excellent planning, and organisational skills. Have experience of working with students with SEMH and additional needs . Have knowledge and understanding of developments in education.About us: We take great satisfaction in being "good neighbours." Horizon schools foster a healthy sense of community both inside and outside of their immediate surroundings. As part of our highly personalised and purposeful provision, pupils at our schools participate in a wide range of academic, creative, sporting, and vocational learning opportunities and activities, which supports them in developing a range of skills and maximising learning outcomes.Young people take part in a wide range of courses, from music to construction, as well as being given every opportunity to excel in their core subjects, such as mathematics and English. At Horizon Care and Education, our teachers will be supported by our Director of Curriculum, Headteachers, SENCos, Operational Directors and the Managing Director of Education Services as well as our extensive therapeutic team. If you are interested in this job role but feel it is too far away, please enquire regarding our flexible travel options and Relocation assistance. Why work for us? Competitive pay rates Occupational sick pay Christmas bonus Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards – earn up to £2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development. Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support via Bupa. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. Community and wellbeing-Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together.To start your education journey with Horizon, click apply now! This post is subject to a satisfactory criminal record check and satisfactory references. Closing date for this role is 11th May Please note we reserve the right to close the advert before the closing date stated if we receive a high volume of applications INDEDUBAU

Join us as an Occupational Therapist : Empower Futures! Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where you can be an architect of someone's future? Well at Progress Arc, that's just what we offer. Our top-notch benefits go beyond the basics. Enjoy access to hundreds of discounts on everything from your daily coffee to weekly shop, discounted gym memberships and free access to dedicated counselling support. We've also recently introduced wellbeing days for when you need a day to reset. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too. Your work-life balance matters. That's why we offer generous holidays, enhanced maternity and paternity leave for new parents and carers, and flexibility wherever possible. And why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. We want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools. But that's not all, we also offer... Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague! Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary. Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave. Health and Wellbeing Cashback: Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually. Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards. Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent. Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards Weekly drop ins with Senior Leaders: Connect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT Group Connection: Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review. Who are we looking for from you? Emotional Support: Have worked within educational settings and demonstrated a child-centred and holistic approach. You will be committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy and HCPC Registration Experience: Have worked in a school environment. Particularly, experience in secondary school would be an added advantage. Knowledge: Provide coaching, modelling and resources to support staff in embedding strategies into everyday teaching. Problem-Solving: Aptitude for solving problems and making effective decisions. Communication: Professional communication with students and staff. Promotion of Values: Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values. Time Management: Effective time management for planning, delivery, and assessment. More about the school you will work in You'll be based at Progress Arc - Billinge School which has recently been taken over by The Progress Group. Formally known as Nugent House School, this is an exciting time to join us as we embark on a new chapter in the school's journey. Our school has a maximum student capacity of 110 and situated across 4 buildings set within beautiful grounds and vast outdoor spaces. It includes spaces for vocational and academic learning as well as therapeutic support. We have Occupational Therapists on site, as well as colleagues who are trained to provide alternative therapies. Our strong teaching and support team are passionate about empowering our young people to achieve their unique potential, and that's just what you will help us to do. We aren't looking for professionals to just teach, but who can help to architect, motivative, empower and inspire, because we want every one of our young people to have the opportunities that they deserve. Please click here to view the Job Description. How to Apply: Ready to be a part of our journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking APPLY. If you have any further queries, then please get in touch with our friendly recruitment team by emailing Diversity and Inclusion Statement: The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs. Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information. Note: We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role TPBN1_UKTJ