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Pathology Hub Manager – Private Hospital Competitive Salary & Private Benefits Package Permanent Position | Full Time Exeter, Devon We are supporting a leading private hospital group in the appointment of a Pathology Hub Manager to oversee three sites across Devon. This opportunity is suited to a clinical laboratory leader or Senior BMS with strong experience in operational delivery, quality management, and team leadership within a regulated pathology environment. Our pathology hub spans three hospital sites across Exeter (primary site), Taunton, and Plymouth. The role will require travel between sites approximately once a month, or as operationally required. Reporting into the Pathology Director, you will lead service performance while ensuring quality, compliance, workforce effectiveness, and operational resilience remain central to service delivery. Our in-house services include Biochemistry, Haematology, and Blood Transfusion. Microbiology is managed within a separate hub, and Histology is outsourced to the local trust but remains coordinated through our laboratory service. The position requires close collaboration with clinical teams, consultants, and hospital SLT to support continuous improvement and maintain high standards across all service areas. Responsibilities • Lead and support multidisciplinary pathology teams across several locations., • Oversee workforce planning, staffing, training, and performance management activities., • Ensure laboratory services operate in line with all relevant accreditation and regulatory standards., • Monitor service performance, identifying opportunities for operational improvement and increased efficiency., • Support the delivery of quality assurance and governance frameworks across the department., • Manage departmental budgets and contribute to financial planning and reporting processes., • Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers., • Drive service development projects and contribute to wider organisational objectives. What we’re looking for? Applications are welcomed from experienced pathology professionals with proven operational leadership experience. Essential criteria: • HCPC registration Biomedical Scientist, • Strong background within pathology services, with leadership / management desired., • Demonstrable experience managing teams within a laboratory or diagnostic setting., • Happy to consider a Senior or Lead BMS looking to step up., • Knowledge of UKAS accreditation standards and pathology governance frameworks., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Strong organisational and analytical abilities with experience managing service performance and department budgets. What's in it for you? • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Private medical Insurance, • Pension Scheme, • Gym Membership, • Cycle to work Scheme, • Childcare vouchers, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Wellbeing benefits plus more Not for you? If you are not interested but know someone who is, we offer £500 vouchers for successful referral recommendations. Interested? If you are interested in a confidential chat, feel free to contact Reza direct on 02393874296 or email your CV to rabbasi@compassltd.co.uk

Client Representative (Civil / Mechanical) – Solar Energy Project Location: Split between Exeter and Buckinghamshire Start Date: From end of July Duration: 14 months Hours: 40 hours per week Engagement: Contract, £550- £590 per day- inside IR35 We are supporting our client in securing an experienced Client Representative (Civil/Mechanical) to act on behalf of the client across a major solar energy construction project. This role focuses on client side oversight, assurance, and coordination rather than direct supervision of construction activities. It is ideal for professionals with strong civil/mechanical engineering backgrounds and experience representing client interests on large scale infrastructure or energy projects. Key Requirements • Civil or Mechanical Engineering qualification, • Minimum 3 years’ relevant site based experience in a client, consultant, or supervisory capacity, • Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and UK health & safety requirements, • Experience reviewing and assuring civil construction works (earthworks, concrete, reinforcement, foundations), • Renewable energy project experience preferred (substations, cable installation, inverter/PV installation, civil BoP works), • SMSTS, NEC4 Supervision, or similar accreditation, • Full UK driving licence Role Responsibilities The Client Representative will protect the client’s interests by providing independent oversight, assurance, and reporting throughout project delivery. Client-Side Oversight & Assurance • Act as the on-site interface between the client, EPC contractor, ICP and third parties, • Monitor construction progress against programme and report status to the client team, • Observe works on site to confirm compliance with contract requirements, drawings, specifications and approved RAMS, • Witness key construction activities, inspections, and tests (including pre- and post-concrete pours) Reporting & Project Support • Prepare regular site progress reports, photographs, and risk/opportunity updates for the client, • Attend and contribute to progress, coordination, and technical meetings, • Maintain trackers for construction activities, deliverables, and key milestones, • Support the Project Manager in monitoring EPC and ICP contractual obligations, • Assist with review and validation of milestone and payment applications Health, Safety & Quality • Monitor health & safety performance and report observations, concerns, and good practice to the client, • Review and comment on contractor H&S documentation (RAMS, TMP, CMP), • Identify quality issues and support the management of NCRs and corrective actions, • Participate in snagging inspections and track close-out progress Commissioning & Interfaces • Observe civil and mechanical commissioning activities from a client assurance perspective, • Support coordination with utilities, landowners, and third-party stakeholders, • Assist with preparation and review of documentation supporting Provisional and Final Acceptance Environmental & Compliance • Monitor compliance with planning conditions, environmental consents and project commitments, • Liaise with the Environmental Clerk of Works and report any non-compliances, • Escalate risks related to environmental, programme, or quality issues to the client team If you have experience acting on behalf of a client within major renewable or infrastructure projects and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and availability.

Engineering Manager Company: Luminous Show Technology Job Type: Full-time, permanent contract Location: Sowton, Exeter Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum (depending on experience) The Company: Luminous Show Technology is an award-winning engineering company specialising in the design and manufacture of advanced special effects systems for the global entertainment industry. From large-scale flame systems and atmospheric effects to bespoke mechanical and water-based installations, our equipment is used on productions, attractions and live experiences worldwide where reliability, safety and repeatability are critical. Our work combines mechanical, electrical and control engineering with rapid problem solving, product development and real-world deployment in demanding environments. Founded in 2017, Luminous has grown rapidly through a strong engineering-led culture focused on innovation, practical delivery and continual improvement. In 2026, the company received a King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation in recognition of its engineering achievements and product development. We are now looking for an Engineering Manager to help lead the next phase of growth The Role: We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the planning, coordination and day-to-day delivery of our engineering activities while supporting and developing a growing engineering team. Working closely with the Company Directors, this role will bring structure, visibility and momentum to a busy multi-project environment involving bespoke engineering systems, internal product development and international client projects. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, coordinating technical teams and helping ambitious engineering projects move from concept through to manufacture and deployment. The role combines elements of: • engineering leadership, • project and programme management, • technical coordination, • operational improvement, • product development support It offers the opportunity to work on unusual and technically challenging systems within a highly practical engineering environment where decisions can be implemented quickly, and individuals can make a visible impact. This role is offered on a full time, permanent contract and will be subject to the successful completion of a 6-month probationary review. Main Responsibilities: Programme & Delivery Coordination • Own and maintain the master schedule across active engineering projects, including planning, tracking, prioritisation and communication., • Coordinate with Directors, engineers, production, procurement and suppliers to support smooth project delivery., • Maintain visibility of long‑term development priorities alongside short‑term client delivery pressures., • Support internal R&D and product innovation activities alongside client projects., • Track prototype builds, testing cycles, engineering iterations and development milestones, • Help ensure engineering resources are allocated effectively across multiple concurrent projects Project Management • Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation to identify gaps, risks and required clarifications., • Coordinate technical queries through logging, assignment, follow-up and close-out., • Run regular engineering and project review meetings to maintain progress and identify blockers early., • Maintain project documentation, progress tracking and change records, • Support procurement activities by confirming technical requirements, dependencies and lead times, • Help ensure projects remain aligned with programme objectives, budgets and delivery timelines Engineering Team Leadership • Line manage the engineering team, including workload planning, mentoring, development and wellbeing., • Support skills development and capability growth within the team, • Foster a positive, collaborative and accountable engineering culture, • Help create an organised and structured engineering environment while maintaining agility and practical decision making, • Support recruitment and onboarding activities as the engineering function grows Process & Operational Improvement • Improve engineering processes, workflows and project visibility across the business, • Identify opportunities to streamline delivery and reduce bottlenecks, • Support implementation of engineering best practices, documentation standards and operational systems, • Contribute to engineering strategy, resource planning and future capability development General • Support the wider business wherever reasonably required within the scope of the role, • Maintain a practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach across all areas of responsibility About You: You will thrive in this role if you are: • Experienced in engineering, technical coordination or engineering project delivery, • Comfortable working within fast-moving engineering and manufacturing environments, • Able to bring structure and organisation to complex multi-project workloads, • Comfortable reading engineering drawings and understanding technical requirements, • Calm under pressure and capable of balancing technical detail with practical delivery, • A confident communicator who can work effectively with engineers, suppliers, production teams and clients, • Comfortable leading and supporting a small engineering team, • Interested in product development, innovation and continuous improvement, • Motivated by interesting engineering challenges and varied technical projects, • Comfortable taking ownership and making decisions within a growing business environment, • Interested in developing knowledge in areas such as CE/UKCA compliance, functional safety and product safety systems Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required: Essential • Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent industry experience, • Experience within engineering, manufacturing, technical production or similar industries, • Strong engineering project coordination or project management experience, • Experience managing multiple concurrent technical projects, • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, • Excellent organisational and scheduling skills, • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, • Good general IT literacy, including project planning and scheduling software, • Practical problem-solving ability and strong attention to detail Desirable • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng), • Experience within bespoke machinery, entertainment engineering, special effects, automation or complex manufacturing environments, • Experience supervising or mentoring engineers or technicians, • Familiarity with CAD modelling software, • Knowledge of CE/UKCA compliance and engineering standards, • Knowledge of functional safety systems, • Experience in mechanical and electronic product development, • Familiarity with R&D and prototype development environments Why Join Luminous? • Work on unusual and technically challenging engineering systems, • Be part of a growing, award-winning engineering company, • Contribute to products and projects used worldwide, • Operate within a highly practical, hands-on engineering culture, • Opportunity to shape engineering processes and team growth, • High level of autonomy and visible impact, • Exposure to product innovation, R&D and international projects, • Work alongside a passionate and experienced engineering team The Benefits: • Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum (depending on experience), • Company pension scheme, • Employee Assistance Program, • 25 days holiday plus public holidays, • Company events, • Company uniform, • Private health insurance & cash plan available after probation period, • Paid sick leave available after probation period, • Free onsite parking, • Free refreshments, • Working hours Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm If you possess the experience, passion and attitude to make this role a success then we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV with a covering letter to careers@luminous-showtech.com

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on IT Infrastructure Manager to lead and develop our client's IT Services Infrastructure Team. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of a large, multi-site education provider's IT environment. What you will be doing: - • Lead, mentor, and line-manage the Infrastructure Team, driving high performance and professional growth., • Oversee day-to-day operations across servers, networks, firewalls, telephony, cloud services, and backups., • Shape and deliver the organisation's infrastructure architecture and long-term technical strategy., • Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues and major incidents., • Ensure compliance with IT policies, Cyber Essentials, Security Standards, and Best Practice., • Collaborate across IT Services to prioritise workloads, improve processes, and deliver innovative solutions., • Lead the design, implementation, and documentation of new systems and infrastructure projects., • Support disaster recovery planning and ensure robust resilience measures are in place., • Stay ahead of emerging technologies and drive continuous improvement across systems and services., • Travel between sites as required (full UK driving licence held for at least 2 years, with a maximum of six (6) points). What you will bring to the table: - • Strong experience in IT Operations, Infrastructure Design, and Project Delivery., • Expertise across Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, Networking, MS Identity Technologies, Microsoft Endpoint Deployment Management technologies and Security technologies., • You will be able to demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical users., • Experience managing teams, suppliers, and third-party support partners., • Knowledge of data protection, cyber security best practice, and ITIL principles., • Experience in an education environment is an advantage but is not essential., • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. The role comes with an excellent benefits package which includes a great holiday allowance, an exceptionally good pension, a massive range of retail discounts and ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Please note, to be considered for this role you MUST have the Right to Work long-term in the UK without Company Sponsorship. You will also live within a commutable distance of Exeter, Devon, or you will be in a position to relocate to the area. KEYWORDSIT Infrastructure Manager, Data Protection, Cyber Security, Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, Networking, MS Identity Technologies, Microsoft Endpoint Deployment Management, Security, ITIL, Infrastructure Architecture. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Accounts Manager Exeter, Devon £35,000 - £50,000 per annum We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Accounts Manager to join one of the Southwest’s leading accountancy practices based out of their Exeter office. In this Senior Accounts Manager role, you will manage a specialist client portfolio, delivering a tailored and proactive service to a broad range of businesses. The responsibilities: • Manage a niche client portfolio, delivering tailored accounting support and advice., • Prepare and review year-end accounts, tax returns, and VAT submissions., • Handle client queries, support business planning, and work closely with Partners on key projects., • Oversee portfolio administration, ensuring deadlines, billing, and workflow are effectively managed., • Support team operations by mentoring junior staff, managing workloads, and helping grow the firm’s client base. The candidate: • You will be either fully qualified or in the process of completing your ACA or ACCA qualification., • Experience of working within a practice environment., • Well-versed in all aspects of client communication and delivering an excellent service at all times., • You will have a team-player attitude, with the ability to motivate you team and support with workflows. If you would like to know more about this Senior Accounts Manager opportunity, please get in touch with James Withington, here at Lloyd Barnes Recruitment. Ref: 15284

Up to £40,000 DOE | Onsite with the option for WFH on Friday’s | Exeter Company Overview: Our client is a well-established and growing organisation operating within a dynamic, multi-functional environment. With a strong focus on operational excellence, they support a range of internal teams to deliver high-quality services and maintain consistent performance across the business. The organisation values structure, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering a supportive and fast-paced workplace. Role Overview: This Operations Support Manager role is central to ensuring the smooth coordination of operational activities at a senior level. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and wider leadership team, you will bring structure, clarity, and consistency to planning, reporting, and governance processes. This is a highly organised, detail-focused position with real impact across the business. Responsibilities of the Operations Support Manager: • Coordinate operational planning, reporting, and updates to ensure alignment across teams, • Prepare and manage board and senior leadership presentations, tracking actions and deadlines, • Maintain governance processes, forward planning schedules, and operational rhythms, • Act as a central point of coordination across departments, improving communication and workflow Requirements of the Operations Support Manager: • Proven experience in an operations support, PMO, or business coordination role, • Experience supporting senior stakeholders with reporting, planning cycles, and meetings, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and project-related tools Benefits: • Competitive salary up to £40,000 depending on experience, • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence operations, • Structured, collaborative working environment, • Exposure to cross-functional business operations, • Onsite role with the option to work from home on Fridays, • Supportive and forward-thinking organisational culture If you are a highly organised professional who enjoys bringing structure and clarity to complex operations, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career. Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship. Recruitment Consultant: Dan Martin Ref: 11208

Health & Social Care Assessor - Exeter and surrounding areas Remote-based with travel / Competitive Salary + Bonus / Full and Part Time Opportunities Are you an experienced Health & Social Care professional looking to make a difference in the sector? Or are you an experienced assessor seeking a role where you can focus entirely on supporting learners without the pressure of sourcing them yourself? At t2 group, we are proud to have been rated 'Good' by Ofsted in our recent inspection (September 2024). Join a team committed to delivering high-quality learning and development for the Health & Social Care sector. Why join us? ·Home-based role with travel ·Competitive salary + bonus opportunity ·Full training and support for unqualified candidates ·No learner sourcing required – we provide all learners for you ·No sign-up documentation required to complete – focus on coaching and assessing Who we’re looking for At t2 group, we refer to our Health & Social Care Assessors as Personal Development Managers, reflecting their vital role in guiding learners through the entire learning journey—providing expert teaching, coaching, and development support to help them succeed. We have opportunities for both Qualified and Trainee Health & Social Care Personal Development Managers (Assessors): Salary: Level 5 - £30,000 basic + bonus opportunity OTE to £42,000 Salary: Level 3 - £27,000 basic + bonus opportunity OTE to £39,000 If you are a trainee, through our Training Academy, we will support you to become a qualified Health & Social Care Personal Development Manager. If you have at least 2 years of sector experience and want to develop your career, this could be your next step. The role As a Personal Development Manager, your focus will be on supporting, mentoring, and assessing learners working towards their Health & Social Care qualifications Levels 2-5 (depending on your occupational competence). You will have a clear set of KPI’s and will manage your own diary to ensure you achieve these. Key responsibilities: ·Build strong relationships with learners and employers through monthly reviews, ensuring ongoing commitment and engagement with the programme ·Deliver high-quality, interactive teaching and coaching sessions that align with the apprenticeship curriculum, fostering the development of key knowledge, skills, and behaviours while meeting Ofsted and Awarding Organisation standards ·Assess and review learner evidence promptly, ensuring timely progress tracking and support towards qualification completion ·Conduct workplace observations to assess practical competency and reinforce learning ·Provide tailored support to help learners achieve their maths and English Functional Skills ·Prepare and guide learners for End Point Assessment (EPA), equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to pass successfully ·Promote and safeguard learner well-being, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment while adhering to safeguarding policies ·Identify and report any safeguarding concerns relating to learners, staff, adults at risk or children Benefits of working with t2 group • Home based role with travel (mileage paid), • Laptop and mobile phone provided, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with length of service), • Christmas & New Year shutdown period, • Pension scheme, • Specsavers scheme, • Access to 1000's of student discounts inc. Unidays, Student Beans and TOTUM, • £500 employee referral bonus scheme, • Enhanced sick pay & maternity reward vouchers, • Employee well-being and assistance programme, • Access to EV company car scheme, • Life assurance cover, • Your Birthday off, • Health Cash Plan - Including Health screening, virtual GP and many more benefits Requirements for the role ·Minimum of 2 years' hands-on experience in the adult or elderly Health & Social Care sector, including expertise in Dementia and Learning Disabilities, at a Senior Carer level or above ·Health & Social Care qualification at Level 3 or above ·Ideally Previous experience in work-based learning or education settings, with an Assessor qualification (CAVA, TAQA, A1, or equivalent) ·Ideally hold a Level 3 or higher teaching qualification (desirable but not essential) ·Strong English and maths skills, preferably GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) ·Proven ability to work in high-pressure environments, meeting targets and deadlines effectively ·Highly organised and self-motivated, with excellent time management, planning, and organisational skills ·Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with learners, employers, and key stakeholders ·Proficient in IT, with the ability to navigate internal systems and confidently use Microsoft Office applications Additional Requirements ·Must have own transport, broadband connection, and business-use car insurance (all business mileage and expenses are covered by the company) ·Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check & references t2 group is committed to providing a safe environment for all learner’s and employees. To find out more about our commitment to safeguarding please visit the t2 website We’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with t2 group.

Pathology Hub Manager – Private Hospital Competitive Salary & Private Benefits Package Permanent Position | Full Time Exeter, Devon We are supporting a leading private hospital group in the appointment of a Pathology Hub Manager to oversee three sites across Devon. This opportunity is suited to a clinical laboratory leader or Senior BMS with strong experience in operational delivery, quality management, and team leadership within a regulated pathology environment. Our pathology hub spans three hospital sites across Exeter (primary site), Taunton, and Plymouth. The role will require travel between sites approximately once a month, or as operationally required. Reporting into the Pathology Director, you will lead service performance while ensuring quality, compliance, workforce effectiveness, and operational resilience remain central to service delivery. Our in-house services include Biochemistry, Haematology, and Blood Transfusion. Microbiology is managed within a separate hub, and Histology is outsourced to the local trust but remains coordinated through our laboratory service. The position requires close collaboration with clinical teams, consultants, and hospital SLT to support continuous improvement and maintain high standards across all service areas. Responsibilities • Lead and support multidisciplinary pathology teams across several locations., • Oversee workforce planning, staffing, training, and performance management activities., • Ensure laboratory services operate in line with all relevant accreditation and regulatory standards., • Monitor service performance, identifying opportunities for operational improvement and increased efficiency., • Support the delivery of quality assurance and governance frameworks across the department., • Manage departmental budgets and contribute to financial planning and reporting processes., • Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers., • Drive service development projects and contribute to wider organisational objectives. What we’re looking for? Applications are welcomed from experienced pathology professionals with proven operational leadership experience. Essential criteria: • HCPC registration Biomedical Scientist, • Strong background within pathology services, with leadership / management desired., • Demonstrable experience managing teams within a laboratory or diagnostic setting., • Happy to consider a Senior or Lead BMS looking to step up., • Knowledge of UKAS accreditation standards and pathology governance frameworks., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Strong organisational and analytical abilities with experience managing service performance and department budgets. What's in it for you? • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Private medical Insurance, • Pension Scheme, • Gym Membership, • Cycle to work Scheme, • Childcare vouchers, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Wellbeing benefits plus more Not for you? If you are not interested but know someone who is, we offer £500 vouchers for successful referral recommendations. Interested? If you are interested in a confidential chat, feel free to contact Reza direct on 02393874296 or email your CV to rabbasi@compassltd.co.uk

Pre-Construction Manager Location: Exeter (Hybrid Working) We are looking to appoint an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join our Regional Building team, supporting projects across the South West. This is a pivotal role responsible for leading the pre-construction phase from early engagement and tender stage through to contract award and mobilisation on site. You will play a key role in shaping and securing a strong pipeline of work across the region, with real autonomy to influence bid strategy, client engagement, and project outcomes. Working within a collaborative regional business unit, you will engage closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver high-quality, competitive submissions across sectors including education, healthcare, and custodial. As our Pre Construction Manager, you will: • Lead the end-to-end tender process, ensuring high-quality technical and commercial submissions, • Develop and implement winning bid strategies through proactive client engagement and market insight, • Act as the primary client interface during pre-construction, building strong and lasting relationships, • Coordinate internal teams (estimating, design, planning, and delivery) to drive a cohesive and competitive bid approach, • Lead bid settlements and secure internal approvals, ensuring robust commercial positioning About You You will be a commercially aware and technically capable construction professional with a strong track record in pre-construction. You will bring: • Proven experience managing tenders and producing high-quality bid submissions, • Strong understanding of construction delivery, supported by site experience, • Experience within a main contractor environment, • Planning and programming expertise (Asta preferred) and a good understanding of BIM, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels, • Strong written and numerical ability with attention to detail, • A proactive, adaptable approach and a strong team ethic What We Can Offer You • Competitive salary and car allowance, • 26 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days, • Additional long service leave at 3, 7, and 10 years, • Private medical insurance (with option to extend to family), • Life assurance and pension matched up to 8%, • Enhanced family leave policies, • 2 volunteering days per year, • Flexible and agile working (role dependent), • Employee Assistance Programme, including financial advice, • Payment of professional membership fees, • Access to “Perks at Work” discount platform, • Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and retail vouchers Who We Are Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company, delivering vital projects across sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water, and environment. Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages innovation and celebrates individual differences. We are proud to hold Investors in Diversity status. Please note: we do not hold a sponsorship licence. This role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. We look forward to receiving your application.

Account Manager - Up to £55k + Bonus - Exeter (Hybrid) - Permanent A fast-growing SaaS provider for critical infrastructure is expanding its team. In this position you will play a key role in establishing and shaping the Account Management function. What You'll Do • Serve as a trusted advisor to key customers by building strong relationships and gaining a deep understanding of their business objectives., • Lead structured customer review meetings to ensure clients are maximising the value of the platform., • Identify and drive upsell and cross-sell opportunities through proactive account planning and engagement., • Manage renewals and reduce churn risk by identifying issues early and ensuring customer concerns are resolved effectively. About You • 3+ years of experience in SaaS Account Management or Customer Success roles., • Demonstrated success in managing strategic accounts, improving customer retention, and driving revenue growth., • Strong commercial acumen, with hands-on experience in upselling, cross-selling, and renewal management., • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. What’s on Offer • Salary: Up to £55k + commission bonus, • Benefits: Comprehensive package, • Location: Exeter (Hybrid) For more information and a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

Lead Planner / Planning Manager – Regional Civils South West England Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Up to £100,000 plus company package & bonus Shape the future of infrastructure. Join one of the UK’s leading construction and engineering organisations and play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile civil engineering projects across the South West. Our Regional Civils team is looking for an experienced and driven Lead Planner / Planning Manager to help drive performance, innovation, and excellence across a diverse project portfolio. This is a senior leadership opportunity where your expertise in planning and programming will directly influence successful project outcomes—from early-stage tendering through to on-site delivery. The Role As a Lead Planner / Planning Manager, you will take ownership of planning strategy across multiple schemes, ensuring robust, efficient, and forward-thinking programme management. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development, management, and optimisation of detailed project programmes across multiple civil engineering projects Providing strategic planning input during tender and pre-construction phases Monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain programme targets Collaborating closely with delivery, design, and commercial teams to ensure alignment across all project stages Analysing programme performance and producing insightful reports for senior leadership and clients Driving continuous improvement in planning standards, systems, and tools across the regional business Mentoring and developing junior planners, building a high-performing planning function About You You are a proactive and strategic planner with a strong track record in infrastructure or civil engineering environments. We’re looking for: Proven experience in a Planning Manager or Senior Planner role within civil engineering or infrastructure Strong working knowledge of planning tools such as Primavera P6 (or equivalent) Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to risk management Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment A relevant qualification in engineering, construction, or project management (desirable) Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a team delivering some of the UK’s most ambitious and meaningful infrastructure projects, improving communities and supporting the economy. We offer a flexible and supportive working environment alongside a competitive benefits package: Smart working – including flexible hours and up to 40% remote working (role dependent) 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays, pro rata) Enhanced family leave – including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption and 4 weeks for paternity/partners Pension scheme, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, and recognition programmes Opportunities for career development and progression within a leading organisation About Us Our Regional Civils team has a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects across highways, rail, public realm, flood and coastal defence, and industrial sectors throughout England and Wales. We’re committed to connecting communities and building a more sustainable future. Apply Now If you’re ready to take the lead in shaping major infrastructure projects and want to be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.

Are you a Digital Marketing Manager who enjoys the full mix: campaigns, content, performance and brand? Do you like seeing your work translate directly into real-world products being used globally? We’re partnering with a highly successful, design-led international brand to find a Digital Marketing Manager to support the next phase of growth. This is a business with a strong reputation, truly innovative products, and a global customer base in outdoor, lifestyle and hobby sectors. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, wants ownership across multiple channels, and thrives in a creative, collaborative team. This is a role for someone who enjoys doing the do. You’ll collaborate with the Head of Marketing on strategy and will be super hands-on in prioritising and implementing across all digital channels. The Role This is a broad, hands-on digital marketing role where you’ll be responsible for planning and delivering multi-channel campaigns that drive awareness, engagement and sales. You’ll work across email, social, SEO, PPC and web, supporting product launches, seasonal campaigns and always-on activity. Content plays a big part in this role. You’ll create and manage content across platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, ensuring it’s engaging, on-brand and tailored to different audiences. You’ll also take ownership of website updates, ensuring product pages and landing pages are optimised and aligned with campaigns, as well as managing email marketing activity across different audience segments. Alongside this, you’ll monitor performance across campaigns, using data and insights to refine activity and improve results. You’ll also support channel expansion opportunities, including marketplaces like Amazon, ensuring product content and messaging are consistent and high quality. This is a role for someone who enjoys being both creative and analytical – someone who can build campaigns, create content, and understand how to improve performance through data. Skills and Experience We’re looking for someone who: • Has 4+ years’ experience in a digital marketing role (agency or in-house), • Has experience delivering multi-channel campaigns (email, social, SEO, PPC), • Is a strong copywriter, able to adapt tone for different audiences, • Has hands-on experience with CMS platforms, email tools and social channels, • Has a good understanding of SEO, PPC and Google Ads, • B2B lead generation experience would be a big plus to help you drive sales into trade. Bonus points for experience with Amazon or marketplace channels, product marketing, or video content creation. Benefits You’ll be joining a well-established, innovative business with a strong global presence and a reputation for quality and design. The team is creative, collaborative and genuinely friendly, offering a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and take ownership of your work. This is a great opportunity to work on a diverse range of campaigns and products, gaining exposure to both B2B and B2C audiences while continuing to grow your career. Sound Good? If you’re a Digital Marketing Manager who enjoys variety, creativity and impact and you want to be part of a fun, successful brand, don’t wait – apply now.

A unique opportunity has emerged within M4 as we launch a brand-new, forward-thinking Business Manager position within our South West Territory. As part of our innovative growth and expansion strategy, this role gives you the chance to make a significant impact from day one by driving new business, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring exceptional service delivery across your portfolio. Suitable candidates must have previous recruitment experience, desirably in the transport, logistics, driving or industrial sectors.\nWe are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded recruitment professional with a high-energy approach to sales and client relationship management. This hands-on role combines new business development, account growth, and the end-to-end management of client fulfilment, ensuring booking quality, service consistency, and long-lasting partnerships.\nThis is purely a sales and service role — all recruitment, onboarding and compliance activities are handled by our Talent team.\nWhy work for M4 Recruitment?\n A competitive basic salary with a high-potential commission structure up to 25%\n Hybrid working\n Up to £500 company contribution towards EV salary sacrifice options including charging savings and perks\n Birthday day off\n Regular recognition incentives including cash prizes, team days out and holidays!\n Opportunity to expand your own territory, with increased responsibility & earnings as you build and develop your portfolio\n Exclusive discounts from leading retailers\nKey Responsibilities:\n Generate new business through direct sales, networking, and identifying growth opportunities.\n Maintain and develop relationships with existing clients & candidates to support retention and account growth.\n Manage end-to-end fulfilment of bookings, ensuring suitability and timely delivery.\n Monitor service levels and address any issues to maintain high standards of customer satisfaction.\n Collaborate with the talent team to ensure availability of resource and effective pipeline planning.\n * Add value to our services by providing regular updates, forecasting, reports, and industry insights to support Clients and enhance business performance.\nExcited by this role? Apply now or contact us directly to discuss further

Practice Tax Manager - Overseas / Non-Residential\n\nExeter | £40,000-£55,000 + Benefits | Permanent\n\nIntroduction\n\nAre you a tax professional with accountancy practice experience looking to accelerate your career? We are seeking a Practice Tax Manager to join a dynamic tax team in Exeter, specialising in overseas and non-residential clients. This is an exciting opportunity to work with trusts, high-net-worth individuals, and a diverse portfolio of personal tax clients, providing both compliance and advisory services.\n\nKey Duties\n\nManage a portfolio of personal tax cases, including trusts and HNW individuals.\n\nDraft reports and letters providing tax advice, including IHT planning, residence, and domicile matters.\n\nMeet with clients to ascertain their tax planning needs and provide strategic guidance.\n\nAdvise on CGT for property, shares, and other assets for UK and non-UK residents.\n\nReview the work of junior staff and contribute to their professional development.\n\nProvide and manage compliance services, including preparing and reviewing self-assessment tax returns and computations.\n\nIdentify opportunities to promote cross-department services, including financial planning colleagues.\n\nRequest, collate, and maintain accurate client information.\n\nCorrespond confidently with clients, HMRC, solicitors, and other professional services firms.\n\nMaintain a high level of client care, professionalism, and discretion in all interactions.\n\nAbout You\n\nPrevious experience in tax compliance and advisory, including drafting reports.\n\nATT or CTA qualified (or equivalent) with current technical knowledge.\n\nStrong understanding of regulatory compliance standards for tax.\n\nOrganised, with the ability to plan time efficiently to meet deadlines.\n\nProfessional, discreet, and confident, able to build rapport quickly with clients.\n\nExcellent communication skills for interacting with clients and professional contacts.\n\nWhat We Offer\n\nCompetitive salary of £40,000-£55,000 plus benefits.\n\nOpportunity to work with a supportive, growth-focused tax team.\n\nExposure to complex overseas and non-residential tax matters.\n\nCareer development and continuous learning opportunities in a collaborative environment.\n\nInterested?\n\nApply now or contact our Exeter office to find out more!\n\nAcorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment

Supply Chain Manager - Hybrid\n\nThis role is working for an international food business which supplies specialty, high-quality products to retail, food manufacturing and food service customers.\n\nAbout the Supply Chain Manager job\n\nThe purpose of your role will be to oversee the company’s stock operations from Europe into the UK, manage key supplier and customer relationships, and ensure the smooth, compliant import and movement of goods.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Manage end-to-end stock control, including forecasting, ordering, stock life management and system reconciliation.\n\n Oversee imports from Europe to the UK, ensuring accurate documentation, customs compliance and smooth movement of goods.\n\n Manage warehouses, hauliers and third-party providers, including load planning, delivery routes, pricing negotiations and service performance.\n\n Act as the primary point of contact for customer supply chain queries, managing expectations and resolving delivery issues or shortages as well as building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, coordinating shipments, resolving supply issues and supporting product launches and changes.\n\n Ensure full import compliance, keeping procedures up to date with legislation and ensuring teams are trained and audit-ready.\n\n Review monthly P&L and transport budgets, monitoring costs, disposals and performance against budget.\n\n Support wider teams with traceability, costings, food safety governance (HACCP/TACCP/VACCP) and sample coordination.\n\nAbout You\n\n The successful candidate shall have a strong background in supply chain, logistics or import/export management within the food industry, with excellent communication skills and customer-facing experience.\n\n * Candidates must be happy to travel into Europe when required.\n\nMore details\n\nThe Supply Chain Manager (ref:9044) pays a salary of £55,000 to £63,000.\n\nHybrid working is offered post probation as well as 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, rising by one extra day per year after five years’ service (up to 30 days), along with your birthday off each year.\n‎Additional benefits include a 4% company contributory pension, an annual discretionary bonus linked to overall company performance.\n\nThe offices are based in Devon and are commutable from Exeter, Honiton, Tiverton, Crediton, Newton Abbot, Exmouth, Torquay and surrounding areas.\n\nThe working hours are Monday to Friday, standard office hours.\n\nAlternate job titles - Head of Supply Chain | Supply Chain Coordinator | Logistics Manager | Import Manager | Food Manufacturing Supply Chain Jobs\n\nb3 jobs are market-leading recruiters specialising in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, both in the UK and internationally. Founded in May 2000, we are proud of our reputation for being reliable, knowledgeable and resourceful - with our unique blend of honest and professional work ethics.\n‎‎‎‎‎If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for feel free to register with us Upload Your CV - Food Manufacturing Jobs in the UK

Abatec is recruiting for an experienced Lead Planner to join a leading Civil Engineering contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an opportunity to play a key role within a high-performing team, supporting the successful planning and delivery of complex schemes across multiple sectors.\n\nThis is a senior position offering the chance to influence project performance from pre-construction through to delivery, working across a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.\n\nThe successful candidate will have a proven background in planning within civil engineering or infrastructure, with experience operating at Senior Planner or Planning Manager level.\n\nAs Lead Planner, you will:\n\n Lead the development and management of detailed project programmes across multiple civil engineering schemes\n\n Provide strategic planning input during tender and pre-construction stages\n\n Monitor project progress, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain programme targets\n\n Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure alignment between planning, design, and construction activities\n\n Analyse programme performance and produce regular reports for senior stakeholders\n\n Drive improvements in planning processes, tools, and standards across projects\n\n Support and mentor junior planners, contributing to the development of the wider planning function\n\n Ensure programmes are compliant with contractual and project requirements\n\nOur client requires a Lead Planner with:\n\n Proven experience in a Senior Planner or Planning Manager role within civil engineering or infrastructure\n\n Strong working knowledge of planning software such as Primavera P6 (or equivalent)\n\n Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to programme risk management\n\n Strong communication and stakeholder management skills\n\n Experience working across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment\n\n A relevant qualification in engineering, construction, or project management (desirable)\n\n Experience working within NEC contract environments is highly advantageous\n\nSalary/Benefits:\n\n £80,000 - £90,000 per annum\n\n Car allowance\n\n Hybrid working\n\n 25 days paid annual leave\n\n Employer contribution pension scheme\n\n * Plus, additional company benefits\n\nIf you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lloyd Barham on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).\n\nWe are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in.\n\nAbatec Ltd. is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client

Tax Manager / Assistant Tax Manager\n Location: Exeter area\n\nReady to take the next step in your tax career? We're on the lookout for a driven Tax Manager (or an ambitious Assistant Tax Manager looking to step up) to join our growing Exeter-based team.\n\nThis is a brilliant opportunity to broaden your experience, including exposure to non-residents, non-domiciled taxpayers, trusts, and probate work, all while working with a hugely varied portfolio of clients.\n\nWhat you'll be doing\n\nDelivering a wide range of tax services, ensuring compliance and deadlines are met\nBuilding lasting relationships and providing proactive tax planning advice\nReviewing complex tax returns and mentoring junior team members\nTaking the lead on advisory projects and identifying opportunities to add value\nHelping to manage performance and support the growth of the department \n\nWhat we're looking for\n\nATT and/or CTA qualified (or equivalent experience)\nProven experience as a Tax Manager, Assistant Tax Manager, or a strong Tax Senior ready to progress\nExcellent technical tax knowledge and hands-on compliance expertise\nStrong communicator, written and verbal, with an eye for detail\nA proactive, adaptable team player who enjoys mentoring others and working closely with clients \n\nWhat's on offer\n\n40K - 50K dependant on experience and annual salary review\nHybrid and flexible working options\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with option to buy/sell more)\nEnhanced maternity/paternity pay after 1 year\nPension scheme (with increased contributions after 4 years)\nHealth and wellbeing support including employee assistance programme\nPerks including cycle-to-work, private medical options, staff referral and commission schemes \n\nIf you're looking for variety, progression, and the chance to work on exciting and challenging projects, we'd love to hear from you

Service Advisor - Automotive\n £35,000 - £39,000 + Overtime + Training + Benefits\n Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 18:00. + 1 Monthly Saturday\n Exeter\n\nDo you have service experience within the automotive industry working with both in house technicians and customers? Are you looking to join a global business who have a first class, full funded training programme and excellent staff retention? \n \n Due to continued growth, my client is looking for a service advisor to join the team at their state of the art facility in Exeter. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the workshop team to ensure that all deadlines and quality standards are achieved. You will oversee workshop parts & resources, work schedules and team budgets. This is a vital role within the team and a key link between the engineering, financial, customer service & planning teams and the end customers - customer service skills and communication skills will be needed in this varied and busy role.\n \n This is a great time to join an industry leader within the automotive field who have multiple sites across the UK. If you are an experienced service advisor, team lead or manager who wants stability, future progression, funded training and variety this is an excellent opportunity for you.\n \n For more information please click apply and contact Alice Holwell - REF5117 - (phone number removed)\n \n The Role:\n\nCoordinating Mechanics, Schedules, Budgets & Customers\nExcellent variety & customer facing\nFunded training and future progression opportunities\n The Candidate:\n\nExperience within an automotive service environment\nExperience as a service advisor working with multiple teams\nA commutable distance from Exeter\n Elix sourcing solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.\n \n Advisor|Service|Team Lead|Senior|Advisor|Parts|Leader|Automotive|Vans|Cars|Trucks|Vehicles|Devon|Exeter|Tiverton|Cullompton

Design Team Leader\nExeter\nSalary: £50-58,000\n\nA well established architecture and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Design Team Manager to lead and strengthen its growing design division based in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior design professional to take on a pivotal leadership role within a busy consultancy, overseeing the successful delivery of a varied portfolio of architectural and rural development schemes throughout the UK. The company provides planning, architecture and property consultancy services, offering innovative and commercially driven solutions across the rural, agricultural, residential and commercial sectors.\n\nBenefits\n Competitive salary\n Senior leadership position within a respected and expanding consultancy\n Collaborative and supportive team culture\n Opportunity to work across a broad range of projects\n Clear career development and progression opportunities\n Company pension scheme\n Generous holiday entitlement\n\nResponsibilities\n Manage, lead and support the design team on a day to day basis\n Coordinate workloads and allocate resources effectively across projects\n Ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard\n Provide mentoring, guidance and ongoing support to team members\n Collaborate closely with planning and property professionals across the business\n Maintain strong technical and design quality throughout all stages of delivery\n Assist with recruitment, onboarding and staff development activities\n Identify and implement improvements to workflows and project processes\n Act as a senior contact for clients, consultants and internal stakeholders\n Promote a positive and productive team environment\n\nExperience Required\n Degree qualified in Architectural Technology or qualified ARB Architect\n Previous experience leading or managing an architectural or design team\n Strong background within architecture, planning or consultancy sectors\n Excellent leadership, communication and people management skills\n Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple live projects\n Confident liaising with clients and key stakeholders\n Experience working on rural, residential, agricultural or commercial developments is desirable\n Good understanding of planning processes, design coordination and project delivery\n Commercially minded with strong organisational and problem solving abilities\n\nTo apply, please call (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to . I look forward to hearing from you soon

Job Title: Depot Manager\n Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE\n Location: Exeter\n Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 17:00\n\nMy client provides end-to-end supply chain and transportation solutions, specialising in freight management, warehousing, and distribution. The company is focused on optimising logistics operations to enhance efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for its clients.\n\nThe Role:\n\nWe are seeking an individual to oversee the operational, financial, and compliance functions of the depot, implementing systems and procedures to improve efficiency and overall performance. You will lead and support staff to ensure duties are carried out in line with company policies, while providing ongoing training and coaching to support development. The role also includes full responsibility for the ownership and compliance of the Exeter O'Licence, as well as driving profitability through business development and strengthening existing client relationships.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nOversee daily collection and delivery operations, ensuring KPIs and service levels are consistently achieved\nManage depot financial performance, including P&L, cost control, and forecasting\nLead and develop operational teams, ensuring effective resource planning and performance management\nDrive operational efficiency by improving processes, communication, and working practices\nMaintain strong customer relationships and ensure service delivery meets agreed SLAs\nEnsure full compliance with Health & Safety, legal, and company policies\nMonitor fleet maintenance, tachographs, and compliance reporting\nSupport senior management with reporting, contingency planning, and continuous improvement initiatives \n\nSkills & Experience Required:\n\nProven management experience within the logistics sector, with strong knowledge of network distribution\nSolid understanding of Health & Safety and compliance standards\nIT literate, with experience using operational systems\nStrong organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills\nAbility to remain calm under pressure and meet deadlines\nCustomer-focused, with a commitment to high service standards\nExcellent people management and development skills\nStrong communication and influencing abilities\nHigh attention to detail and procedural awareness\nGood geographical knowledge of the South West \n\nPackage & Benefits:\n\n£40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)\nMonday to Friday\n07:00 - 17:00 (45 hours per week)\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays\nAuto-enrolment pension \n\nStreamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. In accordance with GDPR, by applying you consent to us processing your data and contacting you regarding this application

Project Manager\n Exeter\n Competitive Salary and Package\n An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Project Manager to join a prominent construction main contractor on a permanent basis. In this role, you will oversee a new and unique project, ensuring timely delivery within budget and to the highest quality standards. To qualify, prior experience with principal contractors and successfully managing large commercial projects from cradle to grave is a must. \n\n The Role\n You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams on this unique project, making sure work is delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the expected quality standards. \n\n The position involves:\n\nDriving a strong safety culture from the outset\nSetting up, processes and site systems\nCoordinating pre-construction planning and ensuring design information arrives when needed\nMonitoring progress and resolving issues before they affect delivery\nBuilding positive relationships with clients, consultants, supply chain and your internal teams\nManaging finances, valuations and cash flow\nMaintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance\nSupporting, developing and managing staff performance\nAbout You\n\nSomeone ambitious, confident in leading site teams, and comfortable taking ownership of large projects.\nYou might already be running schemes independently, or you may be a solid PM ready to step up.\nA construction qualification and valid site tickets including CSCS, First Aid at Work and SMSTS are expected, but attitude, leadership and your ability to motivate teams are just as important.\nWhy This Role?\n\nYou’ll be joining a well-established main contractor with a strong forward order book and a clear growth strategy, offering long-term stability and the chance to progress your career.\nThe company invests heavily in training, professional development and employee wellbeing.\nBenefits Include\n\nCompetitive salary and holiday allowance (with the option to buy more)\nPension scheme\nPrivate medical options\nSharesave schemes\nEmployee assistance and wellbeing support\nLifestyle discounts\nIf you’re a driven PM looking for a new adventure, I’d love to speak with you, call Nicky Harris, RGB Recruitment Exeter

Town Planner\nExeter\nPermanent\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Planner to join a growing Technical team, supporting the delivery of residential developments from land acquisition through to site start and completion.\nYou will report to a Planning Manager, working with the Pre-construction team to take ownership of the planning process across multiple sites, ensuring applications are prepared, submitted, and progressed efficiently in line with programme and business objectives.\nKey Responsibilities\n Manage the planning process from pre-application through to determination\n Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications, amendments, and reserved matters\n Liaise with local authorities, planning consultants, architects, and key stakeholders\n Coordinate planning conditions, Section 106 agreements, and discharge processes\n Provide planning advice to Land, Technical, Construction, and Commercial teams\n Attend design team meetings and planning discussions\n Monitor planning risks, constraints, and timelines, escalating issues where necessary\n Support planning strategies, programmes, and reporting for senior management\n Maintain accurate planning records and internal systems\n Stay up to date with UK planning policy, legislation, and local plans\nRequirements & Experience\n Previous experience in a planning role within housebuilding or with a local authority\n Strong understanding of the UK planning system, policies, and procedures\n Experience managing planning applications for residential schemes\n Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects\n Proactive, solutions-focused, and detail-oriented approach\n Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines\n Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and planning systems\nBenefits\n Competitive salary £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience\n Annual bonus scheme\n Car package\n 24 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays\n Pension scheme\n Employee Assistance Programme\n Annual volunteering day\n Long-term career progression opportunities\nNext steps:\nFor an informal discussion please call Abbie or Cat on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.\nSphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in providing top-notch staffing solutions to the construction sector. With a strong presence in Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton, we are committed to connecting talented professionals with the best construction job opportunities in these areas.\nOur Commitment to Inclusion\nAs a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background

Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home (EBD)\nLocation: Exeter\nSalary: £31,000 – £39,400 + Sleep-ins + Overtime\nContract: Full-Time, Permanent\nHours: Shift-based (including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins)\n\nOverview\nWe are recruiting for a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join a therapeutic children’s home in Exeter. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role within a supportive, values-driven environment focused on delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care.\n\nYou’ll play a key role in supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes.\n\nThe Role\nAs a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will lead shifts, support and mentor staff, and ensure the highest standards of care are consistently delivered. You’ll act as a positive role model within the home, contributing to a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive.\n\nYou’ll also work closely with the management team, with opportunities to step up and support at Deputy Manager level when required.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people\n\n Lead shifts and maintain high standards of practice\n\n Support, mentor, and guide Residential Support Workers\n\n Contribute to care plans, risk assessments, and placement planning\n\n Promote positive behaviour using therapeutic approaches (including PACE)\n\n Ensure all safeguarding concerns are identified, recorded, and reported appropriately\n\n Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports\n\n Work collaboratively with the wider team to uphold quality and compliance\n\n Support the ongoing development and improvement of the home\n\nAbout You\n\n Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent in Children & Young People)\n\n Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare\n\n Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection\n\n Experience leading shifts and supporting staff\n\n Excellent communication and organisational skills\n\n Passionate about delivering child-centred, trauma-informed care\n\n Resilient, empathetic, and reliable\n\n Full UK driving licence\n\nDesirable\n\n Previous senior or supervisory experience\n\n * Additional training (e.g. Team Teach, First Aid)\n\nSalary & Benefits\n\nSalary: £31,000 – £39,400 per annum\n\n169 contracted hours per month (£15.30 per hour)\n\nAverage 10 sleep-ins per month paid at £70 per shift (£8,400 annually)\n\nOvertime paid at 1.5x hourly rate\n\nBonus opportunities\n\nPension contributions\n\n28 days annual leave rising to 35 days\n\nAdditional day off for your birthday\n\nFlexible benefits package\n\nEmployee Assistance Programme\n\nBlue Light Card discounts\n\nCycle to Work scheme\n\nFree meals on shift\n\nComprehensive induction and ongoing training\n\nMonthly supervision and strong management support\n\nClear progression opportunities within a growing organisation\n\nIf you’re a dedicated Senior Support Worker looking to take the next step in a supportive, therapeutic environment, we’d love to hear from you. At RJS, we partner with values-driven children’s home providers across the UK and consistently work on a wide range of exciting opportunities at all levels. Get in touch with us today to discuss this role or explore our wider portfolio of vacancies

My client, a respected and established Wealth Manager, currently have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Financial Planning Administrator to join their friendly Exeter team.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Provide end‑to‑end administrative support to one or two Financial Planners\n\n Prepare pre‑meeting packs, engagement letters and client documentation\n\n Maintain accurate client records and workflows using Intelligent Office\n\n Process new business, fund switches, cash management and platform transactions\n\n Monitor pipelines and proactively update planners on case progress\n\n Support Annual Reviews in collaboration with Financial Planners and review teams\n\n Liaise with product providers, platforms, paraplanners and third parties\n\n Conduct four‑eye checks and support quality control processes\n\n Complete AML checks, including client ID recording and electronic verification\n\n Generate client valuations and assist with invoicing\n\n Support trust administration and death claims where required\n\n Act as a subject‑matter expert in specific areas (e.g. trusts, DB pension transfers)\n\n Assist in mentoring and training trainee / apprentice FP administrators\n\n Handle client and provider phone queries professionally\n\nCandidate Profile\n\n Ideally 4 years experience in a Financial Planning support or administration role\n\n Good all round knowledge of pension and investment products\n\n Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills\n\n Strong written and verbal communication skills\n\n Client‑focused, professional and collaborative approach\n\n Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a regulated environment\n\nIn return my client offers a generous remuneration package, hybrid working (1-2 days from home), a friendly working environment and excellent benefits package

Tax Manager – Exeter (J241)\n\nUp to 50k\n\nOur Client is seeking a Tax Manager to join their friendly team in Exeter due to continued growth.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity to join our highly regarded Exeter Tax team. The role would suit an existing Assistant Tax Manager or a high-performing Tax Senior ready for the next step, as well as an experienced Tax Manager looking to broaden their experience.\n\nYou’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio, including non-resident and non-domiciled individuals, trusts, and probate work, alongside a wide range of other advisory and compliance projects. Our clients include High Net Worth individuals, professional partnerships, owner-managed businesses, non-resident individuals, and family trusts, offering plenty of variety and technical challenge.\n\nMain Duties\n\nThis is a varied and client-focused role, combining compliance, advisory, and team support responsibilities. Your duties will include:\n\n \n\n Delivering a full range of tax compliance and advisory services, ensuring work is completed accurately, on time, and within budget\n\n \n\n Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact, providing tax planning advice and ongoing support\n\n \n\n Supporting and contributing to a wide range of tax advisory projects\n\n \n\n Reviewing tax returns and preparing more complex tax computations where required\n\n \n\n Supporting the development of the tax team, including coaching and mentoring juniors\n\n \n\n Identifying and managing tax risks, ensuring compliance with current legislation and best practice\n\n \n\n Assisting with the management of tax compliance processes within the Exeter office\n\n \n\n Supporting Partners and senior team members in the financial performance and growth of the tax department\n\nAttributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications\n\nWe’re looking for someone who is technically strong, client-focused, and ready to take the next step in their career. Ideally, you’ll have:\n\n \n\n Experience as a Tax Manager, Assistant Tax Manager, or a high-performing Tax Senior\n\n \n\n ATT and/or CTA qualified\n\n \n\n Knowledge of non-resident and non-domiciled individuals, trusts, and probate work is essential\n\n \n\n Strong technical and diverse tax knowledge, including compliance and advisory work\n\n \n\n Experience reviewing tax returns and handling more complex tax matters\n\n \n\n The ability to build strong client relationships and communicate effectively at all levels\n\n \n\n A positive, friendly, and approachable manner\n\n \n\n Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines\n\n \n\n A proactive approach, with the confidence to take initiative and solve problems\n\n \n\n A professional, discreet, and team-oriented attitude\n\n \n\n Good IT skills, including Word, Excel, and other standard applications\n\n \n\n Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with accuracy and attention to detail\n\nDue to the high volume of interest we receive, we aren’t always able to respond to every candidate individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 10 working days, it unfortunately means your application was unsuccessful on this occasion

Fundraising Manager\nIndustry: Charity Sector\nLocation: Exeter\nSalary: £30,000 – £34,000 per annum - depending on experience\nHours: Full time Hybrid - 37 hours per week\nBenefits: Birthdays off, plus 28 days holiday, free parking, social events, hybrid flexible working, friendly down-to-earth supportive team, charity sector!\nDo you have a natural flair with people, a strong commercial mindset and a genuine love for building business relationships? Are you motivated by winning new partnerships, opening doors and securing funding that makes a real difference?\nIf so, this is a standout opportunity! I’m proud to be supporting a forward‑thinking, values‑led Exeter charity in recruiting a Corporate, Events & Community Fundraiser. A pivotal, income‑driving role at the heart of their mission.\nThis position is ideal for someone who thrives on networking, enjoys the challenge of securing support, and brings the confidence and energy needed to grow income across corporate partnerships, community fundraising and events. You’ll be the face of the charity in the business community, building meaningful relationships that directly sustain and expand their incredible work.\nWorking within a small, supportive fundraising team, you’ll develop new partnerships, nurture existing supporters, and create compelling opportunities that inspire organisations and individuals to get involved.\nKey Fundraising Manager Responsibilities\nCorporate Fundraising (Sales‑Led Focus)\n Proactively research, identify and approach local businesses to build new partnerships\n Secure financial support through sponsorships, donations, payroll giving and charity‑of‑the‑year partnerships\n Create persuasive, tailored proposals that align corporate CSR goals with the charity’s mission\n Confidently pitch to senior leaders and decision‑makers\n Support impact storytelling that demonstrates the value of unrestricted funding\n Maintain and grow long‑term corporate relationships to maximise income\nIncome & Reporting\n Contribute to achieving ambitious fundraising income targets\n Monitor and report on activity, outcomes and pipeline\n Track income forecasts and identify new opportunities for growth\n Support the development of innovative fundraising ideas\nCommunity Fundraising\n Engage and support individuals, schools, clubs and community groups to fundraise\n Help develop and promote community fundraising initiatives and campaigns\n Deliver excellent supporter care to encourage repeat engagement\nEvents Fundraising\n Assist with planning and delivering fundraising events that drive income and visibility\n Work with colleagues and volunteers to ensure events run smoothly and meet targets\n Support participants in challenge events such as runs, swims and community activities\nRelationship Management\n Build strong, trust‑based relationships with supporters, volunteers and partners\n Maintain accurate records using the charity’s CRM\n Ensure supporters receive timely recognition and personalised stewardship\nMarketing & Promotion\n Work with the communications team to promote fundraising opportunities\n * Contribute engaging content for social media, newsletters and promotional materials\nFundraising Manager Summary\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves connecting with people, thrives in a sales‑driven environment, and wants their work to have real purpose. Every partnership you build and every pound you help raise directly supports a great cause. If you’re commercially minded, confident in your ability to open doors, and excited by the idea of representing a charity that genuinely changes lives, this role offers the perfect blend of relationship‑building, creativity and meaningful impact

Bid Manager\n Exeter\nConstruction\nI am delighted to be partnering with a well-established construction company renowned for delivering fast-paced, high-quality projects, primarily within the refurbishment sector. With a streamlined structure and a hands-on leadership team, the business is recognised for its agile decision-making, robust commercial controls, and collaborative approach from concept through to completion.\n Following a period of sustained growth, they are now seeking to appoint an experienced and ambitious Bid Manager to join their dynamic pre-construction team, offering an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping the company’s continued success.\n\n The Role\n As Bid Manager, you will play a pivotal role during the pre-construction phase, taking ownership of cost planning, estimating, and commercial input across multiple tenders. Working closely with senior commercial leadership, design teams, and delivery teams, you will help ensure tenders are competitive, commercially robust, and aligned with client expectations. This role offers exposure to high-end projects and the opportunity to influence key decisions from early feasibility through to contract award.\n\n Key Responsibilities\n\nManage budget and cost planning from concept stage through contract award.\nDevelop detailed cost estimates and tender-specific procurement strategies.\nReview drawings, specifications, and contract documents to produce accurate pricing.\nEngage with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners to confirm project scope and requirements.\nIdentify potential commercial risks and opportunities for value engineering.\nSupport design development to ensure projects stay within budget.\nDirect procurement activities and coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers for competitive pricing.\nParticipate in client meetings, presentations, and pre- and post-tender discussions.\nEnsure smooth handover of awarded tenders to delivery teams for project continuity.\nKeep abreast of market trends, material prices, and labor rates to inform pricing decisions.\nTeamwork & Guidance\n\nWork closely with clients, architects, and designers to align budgets with design intent\nBuild strong working relationships to ensure client expectations are met and exceeded\nCollaborate with project and site teams to integrate financial controls into delivery\nMentor and support junior commercial team members\nAssist with the ongoing development and improvement of commercial templates and processes\nSkills & Experience\n\nExperience in pre-construction, estimating, or commercial management\nBackground in construction projects preferably refurbishment\nStrong understanding of estimating principles, tendering processes, and commercial strategy\nKnowledge of construction contracts, including JCT forms\nExcellent numerical, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills\nAbility to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately\nProficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office, and project management or commercial software\nDegree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar (or equivalent experience)\nExperience with estimating software such as ConQuest, Causeway, or similar\nCSCS or relevant health & safety certifications\nWhat’s on Offer\n\nCompetitive salary, generous benefits package\nPrivate healthcare\nCompany pension\nSupportive, collaborative working environment\nStrong long-term career progression and professional development opportunities\nShould you wish to know more about this rare opportunity, please contact Nicky Harris, RGB Recruitment Exeter

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on IT Infrastructure Manager to lead and develop our client's IT Services Infrastructure Team. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of a large, multi-site education provider's IT environment. What you will be doing: - • Lead, mentor, and line-manage the Infrastructure Team, driving high performance and professional growth., • Oversee day-to-day operations across servers, networks, firewalls, telephony, cloud services, and backups., • Shape and deliver the organisation's infrastructure architecture and long-term technical strategy., • Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues and major incidents., • Ensure compliance with IT policies, Cyber Essentials, Security Standards, and Best Practice., • Collaborate across IT Services to prioritise workloads, improve processes, and deliver innovative solutions., • Lead the design, implementation, and documentation of new systems and infrastructure projects., • Support disaster recovery planning and ensure robust resilience measures are in place., • Stay ahead of emerging technologies and drive continuous improvement across systems and services., • Travel between sites as required (full UK driving licence held for at least 2 years, with a maximum of six (6) point...

Site Supervisor (Civil / Mechanical) – Solar Energy Project Location: Split between Exeter and Buckinghamshire Start Date: From end of July Duration: 14 months Hours: 40 hours per week Engagement: Contract, £550- £590 per day- inside IR35 We are supporting our client in securing a Site Supervisor (Civil/Mechanical) to act on behalf of the client across a major solar energy construction project. This role focuses on client side oversight, assurance, and coordination rather than direct supervision of construction activities. It is ideal for professionals with strong civil/mechanical engineering backgrounds and experience representing client interests on large scale infrastructure or energy projects. Key Requirements • Civil or Mechanical Engineering qualification, • Minimum 3 years’ relevant site based experience in a client, consultant, or supervisory capacity, • Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and UK health & safety requirements, • Experience reviewing and assuring civil construction works (earthworks, concrete, reinforcement, foundations), • Renewable energy project experience preferred (substations, cable installation, inverter/PV installation, civil BoP works), • SMSTS, NEC4 Supervision, or similar accreditation, • Full UK driving licence Role Responsibilities The Client Representative will protect the client’s interests by providing independent oversight, assurance, and reporting throughout project delivery. Client-Side Oversight & Assurance • Act as the on-site interface between the client, EPC contractor, ICP and third parties, • Monitor construction progress against programme and report status to the client team, • Observe works on site to confirm compliance with contract requirements, drawings, specifications and approved RAMS, • Witness key construction activities, inspections, and tests (including pre- and post-concrete pours) Reporting & Project Support • Prepare regular site progress reports, photographs, and risk/opportunity updates for the client, • Attend and contribute to progress, coordination, and technical meetings, • Maintain trackers for construction activities, deliverables, and key milestones, • Support the Project Manager in monitoring EPC and ICP contractual obligations, • Assist with review and validation of milestone and payment applications Health, Safety & Quality • Monitor health & safety performance and report observations, concerns, and good practice to the client, • Review and comment on contractor H&S documentation (RAMS, TMP, CMP), • Identify quality issues and support the management of NCRs and corrective actions, • Participate in snagging inspections and track close-out progress Commissioning & Interfaces • Observe civil and mechanical commissioning activities from a client assurance perspective, • Support coordination with utilities, landowners, and third-party stakeholders, • Assist with preparation and review of documentation supporting Provisional and Final Acceptance Environmental & Compliance • Monitor compliance with planning conditions, environmental consents and project commitments, • Liaise with the Environmental Clerk of Works and report any non-compliances, • Escalate risks related to environmental, programme, or quality issues to the client team If you have experience acting on behalf of a client within major renewable or infrastructure projects and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and availability.

My client, a respected and established Wealth Manager, currently have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Financial Planning Administrator to join their friendly Exeter team. Assist in mentoring and training trainee / apprentice FP administrators.

Design Manager Exeter Competitive salary and package A forward-thinking construction business is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their team in the Southwest. You’ll be responsible for leading design across multiple projects, ensuring quality, buildability, and compliance with statutory requirements while identifying opportunities to add value for clients. This role offers a blend of on-site and office based providing the chance to be involved in exciting, multi-sector projects. The Role As the Design Manager, you will oversee and control the design phase of projects from concept through to construction documentation. You will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to set project requirements and ensure designs meet objectives, budgets, and timelines. You will also support and mentor members of the design team, working with operational and commercial colleagues to ensure overall project success. Key Responsibilities Manage the design phase of construction projects, ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and standards (fire, planning, building control, etc.) Contribute to the selection and management of design partners and supply chain collaborators, ensuring design responsibilities are clearly defined Participate in the procurement of design solutions, including modern methods of construction, materials, finishes, and sustainable technologies Organise and pr...

Job Title: Depot Manager Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE Location: Exeter Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 17:00 My client provides end-to-end supply chain and transportation solutions, specialising in freight management, warehousing, and distribution. The company is focused on optimising logistics operations to enhance efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for its clients. The Role: We are seeking an individual to oversee the operational, financial, and compliance functions of the depot, implementing systems and procedures to improve efficiency and overall performance. You will lead and support staff to ensure duties are carried out in line with company policies, while providing ongoing training and coaching to support development. The role also includes full responsibility for the ownership and compliance of the Exeter O'Licence, as well as driving profitability through business development and strengthening existing client relationships. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee daily collection and delivery operations, ensuring KPIs and service levels are consistently achieved, • Manage depot financial performance, including P&L, cost control, and forecasting, • Lead and develop operational teams, ensuring effective resource planning and performance management, • Drive operational efficiency by improving processes,...

Operations Manager Logistics South West | Competitive Salary + Benefits Caraway Recruitment is working in partnership with a highly successful and well-established organisation operating a large-scale transport and logistics operation within the South West. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take responsibility for the performance of a key site within the network. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence over people, process and operational delivery. The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the operation, ensuring transport activities are effectively planned, coordinated and delivered safely, efficiently and in line with customer and business expectations. Key responsibilities include: Leadership and operational management of a large, fast-paced transport operation Planning and overseeing daily transport activity across both regional and nationwide distribution networks Driving effective routing, scheduling and resource utilisation Leading, coaching and developing management and operational teams Driving operational performance, fleet efficiency and service excellence Reviewing and developing strategic and operational transport plans Ensuring full compliance across the transport operation, including vehicles, trailers and all legal and regulatory re...

Practice Tax Manager - Overseas / Non-Residential Exeter | £40,000-£55,000 + Benefits | Permanent Introduction Are you a tax professional with accountancy practice experience looking to accelerate your career? We are seeking a Practice Tax Manager to join a dynamic tax team in Exeter, specialising in overseas and non-residential clients. This is an exciting opportunity to work with trusts, high-net-worth individuals, and a diverse portfolio of personal tax clients, providing both compliance and advisory services. Key Duties Manage a portfolio of personal tax cases, including trusts and HNW individuals. Draft reports and letters providing tax advice, including IHT planning, residence, and domicile matters. Meet with clients to ascertain their tax planning needs and provide strategic guidance. Advise on CGT for property, shares, and other assets for UK and non-UK residents. Review the work of junior staff and contribute to their professional development. Provide and manage compliance services, including preparing and reviewing self-assessment tax returns and computations. Identify opportunities to promote cross-department services, including financial planning colleagues. Request, collate, and maintain accurate client information. Correspond confidently with clien...

Accountancy Practice Senior Manager - Exeter - Up to £60,000 Sometimes writing a job advert is easy. You’ve probably seen a thousand examples of roles outlining a similar list of standard responsibilities. This advert isn’t like that, quite simply because this isn’t a ‘standard’ role. Trial Balance are delighted to be working with a well-respected and forward-thinking accountancy practice to source a new Senior Manager, with a focus on Business Services. Joining their Exeter based team, the successful candidate will play a vital part in the day-to-day success of the firm. So who would this role suit? As Senior Manager, you must have the confidence and personality to take the leading role in managing and mentoring a dynamic and hard-working team on a day-to-day basis. You will also take on broader business responsibilities to include workflow planning, budgeting and forecasting, networking and business development, as well as seeking opportunities to offer additional services to your clients. Of course, as an experienced Accountancy Practice Manager/ Senior Manager, you will already have strong technical competence in all areas of statutory accounting and tax compliance backed up by ACA or ACCA qualifications. This role will offer you the chance to vastly broaden your horizons as a trusted business advisor to your client base, with the opportunity to take a lead role in a varied and ...

Tax Manager - Exeter- £40,000 - £52,000 Are you ready to take your tax career to the next level? Are you looking for an environment where the team is thriving and career progression is in place? Trial Balance are excited to be working with a successful accountancy practice, who are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join their Exeter office. Your duties as Tax Manager will involve: -Managing a broad portfolio of tax compliance and advisory work, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met to a high standard -Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact for tax planning and ongoing advisory support -Supporting a variety of tax advisory projects across a diverse client base -Reviewing tax returns and preparing complex tax computations where required -Mentoring junior team members, supporting their professional development and technical growth -Identifying and mitigating tax risks, ensuring compliance with current legislation and best practice standards -Supporting the day-to-day management of tax compliance processes -Assisting Partners and senior leadership with the continued growth, performance and development of the tax function The successful applicant will ideally be ATT qualified, with experience in a practice environment being a must. Strong interpersonal and client management skills are...

A successful accountancy practice based in Exeter has a requirement for a Client Portfolio Manager to join them managing relationships and a client portfolio of wide ranging industry clients across OMBs & SMEs ensuring a quality service across review of year end accounts, tax and wider services, advising clients and developing business, managing teams & working closely with the Partners as key support with a clear progression path on offer. Client Details Based in Exeter this chartered accountancy firm has a long standing reputation and has experienced positive ongoing growth and the firms partners are looking for a key right hand support who can lead on the management and delivery of accounting/tax and wider services, along with adding value to clients on advisory and planning projects. Attractive and competitive salaries and benefits are on offer along with a clear progression path with a route to develop within this successful firm. Description Joining this firm as Client Portfolio Manager, you will bring your background as an all-rounder year end accounts, tax & general accountancy practice professional to service wide ranging limited company OMBs and SMEs with a hands-on approach, alongside managing the full delivery and building client relationships. Alongside managing the compliance and delivery on this side, working with your team in a review/mentoring and training ca...

FINANCIAL PLANNER – GROWTH ROLE £SIX FIGURE BASIC | SIGNIFICANT BONUS POTENTIAL | EXETER | LEADING WEALTH MANAGER If you are a Financial Planner who genuinely enjoys winning new business, someone who is energised by building relationships, opening doors, and growing a client base, then this role is one to take note of... My client is one of the UK's most respected wealth management businesses are looking for a growth-focused Financial Planner to join their team. You will hit the ground running with a partial portfolio of existing HNW clients to build from, and then grow that book significantly through professional introducer relationships, internal referrals from Investment Managers, client events, seminars, webinars, and their own commercial initiative. The bonus structure reflects the ambition of the role rewarded strongly on new business and existing revenue, with significant earning potential for the right person. The role: • Building and managing a professional introducer network (solicitors, accountants, corporate advisers) generating a consistent pipeline of new HNW client opportunities, • Working closely with the Investment Management team to convert internal referrals and collaborate on joint client relationships, • Organising and hosting networking events, seminars, and webinars to raise profile and generate leads across the South West, • Growing introductions and referrals from your existing client base by delivering exceptional outcomes and asking for advocacy at the right moments, • Owning your new business plan, pipeline, and growth targets, with the support of a well-resourced distribution strategy behind you, • Delivering high-quality, compliant financial planning advice across the full range of client needs What we're looking for: • An experienced Financial Planner with a genuine hunger for business development and a track record of growing client books, • Well-connected in the professional introducer community - someone with existing relationships or the credibility and drive to build them quickly, • Level 4 qualified as a minimum. Chartered or advanced qualifications would be a real advantage, • Strong technical knowledge and the ability to deliver high-quality, compliant advice to HNW private clients, • Commercially minded, self-motivated, and comfortable managing your own activity and pipeline What's on offer: • Basic salary of up to £100,000 depending on experience (potentially could go higher for the right person), • Significant performance bonuses rewarded heavily on new business generation but also will recieve bonus on existing revenue, • Full corporate benefits including pension, life assurance, income protection, and private medical insurance, • Flexible hybrid working with 1–2 days in the office per week, • The backing of a high-quality, well-resourced wealth management business with real scale behind it The South West is a fantastic market for growing a high-quality financial planning book, the opportunity here is real, and so is the earning potential for someone prepared to go and get it. If this sounds like the role you've been looking for and you would like to find out more, please apply or get in touch for further information. Nigel James Associates Connecting talent. Building success.

Tax Manager – Exeter (J241) Up to 50k Our Client is seeking a Tax Manager to join their friendly team in Exeter due to continued growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join our highly regarded Exeter Tax team. The role would suit an existing Assistant Tax Manager or a high-performing Tax Senior ready for the next step, as well as an experienced Tax Manager looking to broaden their experience. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio, including non-resident and non-domiciled individuals, trusts, and probate work, alongside a wide range of other advisory and compliance projects. Our clients include High Net Worth individuals, professional partnerships, owner-managed businesses, non-resident individuals, and family trusts, offering plenty of variety and technical challenge. Main Duties This is a varied and client-focused role, combining compliance, advisory, and team support responsibilities. Your duties will include: • Delivering a full range of tax compliance and advisory services, ensuring work is completed accurately, on time, and within budget, • Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact, providing tax planning advice and ongoing support, • Supporting and contributing to a wide range of tax advisory projects, • Reviewing tax returns and preparing more complex tax compu...

Supply Chain Manager / Supply Chain Head Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an innovative business based in Exeter. This is a key hire for a forward-thinking supply chain leader who can balance hands-on detail with strategic direction - strengthening supplier relationships, optimising performance, and ensuring the supply chain is fit to support continued growth. The Role Reporting into the senior team, you'll take ownership of end-to-end supply chain activity, working with suppliers across the UK and internationally, and driving improvements across procurement, planning, inventory, and logistics. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading procurement and supplier management, including contract negotiation, supplier performance reviews, and ensuring quality/service standards are met., • Developing and delivering supply chain strategy to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance operational performance, supported by robust demand forecasting., • Managing purchasing for both components and finished parts, ensuring supply aligns to demand plans and business requirements., • Producing meaningful analysis and reporting, tracking KPIs such as lead times, OTIF (on-time in-full) delivery, inventory turnover, and driving corrective actions where needed., • Partnering cross-functionally to support revenue growth and wider opera...

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing technology business that provides specialist software solutions to organisations with field-based operations across the UK. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, commercial insight, and operational excellence, the business is looking for a capable Finance Manager to support its next stage of growth. As Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the monthly management accounts process and provide meaningful financial insight to support decision-making across the business. This is a varied, hands‑on role with responsibility across reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, controls, and process improvement. It would suit a qualified finance professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with commercial thinking in a fast‑paced environment. • Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and variance analysis, • Lead month‑end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations, • Support budgeting, reforecasting, and cash flow planning across the business, • Partner with stakeholders to provide financial analysis, commercial insight, and decision support, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or finalist, with strong management accounts experience, • Confident preparing end‑to‑end monthly accounts and supporting reporting for senior leaders, • Strong Excel skills with experience building and analysing financial models, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information to non‑finance colleagues, • Competitive salary of circa £55,000, • Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business, • Broad role with exposure to senior leadership, • Supportive environment with scope to influence process improvement, • Exeter‑based onsite working model If you are a commercially minded finance professional looking for a broad and impactful role in a growing business, we would be delighted to hear from you. Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client is dynamic with a diverse operational landscape, supporting a range of business functions and platforms. With a strong focus on security, and continuous improvement, the organisation is committed to maintaining a robust and forward-thinking technology environment. The IT Manager plays a key part in ensuring continuity and operational excellence. This 12-month fixed term opportunity is ideal for an experienced IT Manager who thrives in a hands‑on leadership role. As IT Manager you will take ownership of day‑to‑day IT operations, ensuring the stability, performance, and security of systems across the business. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead a small internal team and manage external partners, maintaining high service standards while delivering key technology initiatives. • Oversee IT operations, ensuring systems, infrastructure, and cloud environments are secure, reliable, and optimised, • The successful IT Manager will lead and support a small IT team, driving accountability, performance, and collaboration, • Manage third‑party suppliers and ensure service delivery meets agreed standards, • Deliver IT projects aligned to business priorities, with clear planning and reporting, • Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 environments - Azure services (+ cloud infrastructure), • Proven background in IT operations, infrastructure, and security management, • Demonstrated experience delivering projects and managing budgets and suppliers, • Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience leading and developing teams We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive recruitment process. We actively seek to hire talented individuals from various backgrounds and ensure our practices are unbiased, evaluating every candidate based on their unique qualifications and potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Kenton Black is looking for a Lead Planner / Planning Manager to oversee planning strategy for multiple civil engineering projects in South West England.

Cost Manager (Water and Environment Infrastructure). Deliver all aspects of cost management from inception through to completion, including feasibility estimates, cost planning, contract procurement, tender documentation, value engineering and commercial awareness, fee generation, risk management, d

Luminous in Exeter is looking for an Engineering Manager to lead planning and coordination of engineering activities. This full-time, permanent role requires strong project management skills and a degree in engineering or equivalent experience. Candidates should be effective communicators, able to h

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Job Title: Town Planner | Senior Town Planner Location: Exeter Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading national town planning consultancy in the recruitment of a Town Planner / Senior Town Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and commercially focused planning practice delivering high-quality, deliverable planning consents across England and Wales. The consultancy is widely recognised for its strong track record, collaborative culture, and commitment to developing long-term careers within the planning profession. The business is at an exciting stage of growth, having achieved continued national recognition for its work across infrastructure, development, and strategic planning. With a strong emphasis on people, culture, and progression, this is a consultancy where planners at all levels are supported to thrive, develop, and progress into leadership roles. The Opportunity Join a nationally recognised planning consultancy with a strong pipeline of varied and high-quality projects Work across a broad mix of sectors including residential, infrastructure, commercial, regeneration, and strategic land Be part of a collaborative and supportive team environment across multiple UK offices Benefit from a structured hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days remote) Gain exposure to both complex major schemes and locally significant developmentsKey Responsibilities Preparing, managing, and submitting planning applications and associated documentation Providing clear, commercially focused planning advice to clients across public and private sectors Managing projects through the planning process from inception to determination Undertaking site appraisals, planning policy reviews, and development assessments Liaising with local authorities, consultees, and external consultants Supporting or leading on planning appeals where required Building and maintaining strong client relationships Contributing to business development and supporting bid work (particularly at Senior level) Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team (Senior Planner level and above)About You RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership (Senior level preferred for MRTPI) Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment Strong understanding of UK planning policy and development management processes Experience delivering planning applications across multiple sectors Strong written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and a proactive, solutions-focused approach Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively Confident working independently and as part of a teamWhat's on Offer Competitive salary dependent on experience Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days remote) Clear career progression and development pathways Ongoing mentoring, training, and professional development support Exposure to nationally significant and varied projects Supportive and inclusive team culture Strong emphasis on employee wellbeing and work-life balance Opportunity to join a growing consultancy with national recognition and award-winning successIf you are a motivated Town Planner or Senior Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career within a progressive and people-focused consultancy, this is an excellent opportunity to do so. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)