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Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO’s partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Opportunity BDO UK LLP is one of the UK’s leading Tax, Accountancy and Business Advisory firms, renowned for our innovative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client service. Our Tax Automation & Innovation practice is at the forefront of working with cutting-edge solutions to transform how tax functions operate in today’s digital world. The globally led team was established to offer a more holistic approach, helping clients explore the whole of the market to find a better way. We are seeking a talented, driven Manager or Senior Manager to join our Tax Automation & Innovation team. In this pivotal role, you will play a dual part: shaping the future of the award-winning OneStream Enterprise Tax Reporting Solution and leading system implementations for tax technology solutions across our diverse product and client base. • Lead and contribute to the ongoing product development of the OneStream enterprise tax reporting solution, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the industry., • Help define the strategic direction and roadmap for the product, working closely with internal stakeholders and external clients., • Manage and support the implementation of tax technology systems, including requirements gathering, solution design, and post-implementation support., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, IT, external vendors, external development teams, and project management, to deliver high-quality solutions tailored to client needs., • Stay abreast of industry trends in tax technology, automation, and regulatory changes to ensure our offerings remain innovative and compliant., • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement., • Professional qualification in tax (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA) or equivalent experience., • Proven experience in a tax-focused role, ideally with exposure to technology-driven projects or tax automation., • Strong understanding of tax processes and requirements, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions., • Solid IT and systems knowledge, ideally including experience with enterprise tax reporting or financial systems (OneStream experience highly desirable, but not essential)., • Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines., • Effective communicator, comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels., • Innovative thinker with a passion for harnessing technology to drive efficiency and value in the tax function., • Be a key part of an award-winning team pioneering the future of tax technology., • Work with some of the best minds in the industry and gain exposure to high-profile projects., • Enjoy a supportive culture that champions innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. #LI-SS2

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Optometrist - Full Time or Part-Time Location - Kingston Salary - up to £65,000 per annum As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our expert Surgeons undertake more procedures collectively than any other national provider. For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. We are focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology. A fantastic opportunity has become available for an optometrist to provide care to patients from our clinic in Kingston. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside experienced eye care professionals, including ophthalmologists, and play a crucial role in the delivery of a diverse range of clinical eye care services to our patients. We ask that you have a minimum of 2 years experience as an optometrist. At Optical Express, no two days are the same. Your role will be varied and can include: • Pre and post-operative consultations for our refractive and cataract surgery patients, • Providing clinical support to our ophthalmologists, • Providing Essential and Advanced Eye examinations for our patients Your package: We are committed to providing optometrists with rewards and benefits that really make a difference. The fantastic range of benefits you will receive include: • A market leading salary up to £65,000 per annum., • Salary enhancement through our Performance Pay scheme., • 33 days annual leave per year, increasing with length of service., • Pension Scheme., • Private Healthcare., • Paid Professional Fees., • Indemnity Coverage., • Independent Prescribing Sponsorship and Placement Assistance., • Access to Optical Express CET courses., • Complimentary or discounted Laser Eye Surgery, Intraocular Lens surgery or Lipiflow treatment., • Generous Optical Express Friends and Family Discount scheme. Full and part time opportunities are available. Relocation allowances will be considered. Optical Express is committed to providing clinicians and patients alike with access to state of the art diagnostic and treatment technologies from a range of market leaders such as Carl Zeiss and Johnson & Johnson Vision. Full refractive and cataract surgery training will be provided and is delivered by experienced clinicians. To ensure you have maximum support day-to-day in the clinic, you will work alongside an exceptional professional team, as well as having access to invaluable guidance from the Clinical Services team, which includes some of the most experienced optometrists and ophthalmologists in the specialist areas of refractive surgery and cataract care.

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and skilled Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join our dedicated team. You will play a vital role in supporting survivors of domestic abuse, providing specialist advocacy, safety planning, and practical support to help them move forward safely and independently. Key Responsibilities • Provide a high-quality, frontline service to victims of domestic abuse at high risk of harm., • Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and develop tailored safety and support plans., • Work closely with clients to empower them, helping them navigate the criminal justice system, housing, welfare, and other relevant services., • Advocate on behalf of clients with key agencies including police, social services, health professionals, and courts., • Attend and contribute to Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC)., • Maintain accurate, confidential case records in line with data protection policies., • Raise awareness of domestic abuse and the IDVA service through training and outreach as required. About You • Experience working with individuals affected by domestic abuse, particularly in a risk-led, advocacy-based role., • A sound understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and the impact it has on victims and their families., • Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, safeguarding procedures, and legal remedies available to survivors., • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients empathetically and work collaboratively with partner agencies., • The ability to manage a busy caseload, work under pressure, and maintain professional boundaries., • A relevant qualification such as SafeLives IDVA training (or willingness to complete it)., • Experience of working within a multi-agency framework. What We Offer • Ongoing training and development opportunities., • Supportive and inclusive team culture., • Generous holiday allowance To Apply: Please click apply with a CV. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Oliver Jefferson

The British Home Location: London (Streatham) – a mixture of online and in-person meetings Remuneration: Voluntary role (reasonable expenses reimbursed) Closing date: Monday, 13 April 2026 For more than 160 years, British Home has supported people living with complex neurological conditions, providing specialist neurorehabilitation and long-term care. British Home is now entering an exciting new phase of clinical development. Recent investment has enabled the launch of a Level 2b intensive neurorehabilitation service and a specialist tracheostomy care ward, supporting British Home’s ambition to become a leader in neurorehabilitation and therapeutic care. As the organisation continues to strengthen and expand its services, the Board is seeking to appoint three new Trustees with expertise in the following areas: • Clinical, • Technology and Digital, • Property and Asset Management Trustees play a vital role in ensuring The British Home delivers on its mission while maintaining the highest standards of governance, quality and accountability. Working collaboratively with fellow Trustees and the executive team, you will help ensure the organisation delivers against its strategic objectives, operates effectively, and meets the expectations of its residents, patients and wider stakeholders. Above all, we are looking for individuals who share The British Home’s commitment to excellent care, dignity and independence for those it supports, and who can bring thoughtful challenge, sound judgement and constructive support to Board discussions. This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise to an organisation delivering life-changing rehabilitation and care, while helping to shape the future of specialist neurological services for those who need them most. Further information To view the full details of the roles and access the appointment brief, please click the link here: ___ For an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact Alex Williams at Giving Back Recruitment: Commitment to inclusion British Home is committed to building a diverse and inclusive Board that reflects the communities it serves. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals with lived experience of disability, and from candidates from ethnically diverse and other under-represented communities.

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a passionate and nurturing EYFS SEND Teacher to join a specialist provision in North London supporting young children with learning disabilities, autism, and additional developmental needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is enthusiastic about early childhood development and committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive. The RoleYou will teach within an Early Years setting, supporting young learners who require a highly personalised and structured approach to learning. Class sizes are small, allowing you to focus on each child's individual development and progress. The role focuses on developing communication, social interaction, sensory engagement, and early learning skills through play-based and structured activities. Key responsibilities include: * Planning and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate EYFS lessons tailored to pupils with SEND * Supporting children in developing communication, early literacy, and social skills * Creating a structured, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment * Using visual supports, sensory resources, and differentiated teaching approaches * Monitoring and assessing progress against individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes * Working collaboratively with support staff, therapists, and families to support pupils' development The Ideal Candidate * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent * Experience teaching within EYFS or Early Years education * Knowledge or experience supporting children with SEND, particularly autism or learning disabilities * A nurturing, patient and creative teaching approach * Strong communication and teamwork skills Teachers from mainstream, special school, or SEND settings with a passion for early years development are encouraged to apply. What Tradewind Offers * Competitive rates of pay * Access to ongoing CPD and SEND-focused training * Support from a consultant specialising in SEND and specialist education roles * Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions If you are a passionate early years teacher who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment for further information.

Security Systems Specialist Full time, Permanent Location – Selby or Glasgow, with travel to other locations as required About the role: Reporting to the Security Systems Manager, the Security Systems Specialist will play a key role in maintaining, fault finding, optimising, and upgrading the wider Drax security systems infrastructure. This includes ensuring the effective operation of CCTV, access control, perimeter detection, and associated security technologies across all Drax sites in the UK and overseas. As a Security Systems Specialist, you’ll work proactively to identify vulnerabilities, support system resilience, and implement improvements that enhance overall security performance. You’ll collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and contractors to deliver a stable, secure, and future ready security platform that supports both operational needs and regulatory requirements. This role will require travel to sites throughout the UK as required, and there may be times where you’ll be working away from home. Additionally, you’ll be required to be on-call 1 week in every 4, as the team provides 24/7 support. In return you’ll receive an on-call allowance as part of the package on offer. Some of your key responsibilities in this role will include: • Work with the team to provide expert support on Drax’s security infrastructure including CCTV, access control, intruder, perimeter intrusion detection, barrier, gates, and turnstile systems, • Manage and coordinate third party contractors and suppliers, ensuring safe working practices, clear briefs, compliance with site rules, accurate RAMS, and delivery of work to a high standard., • Act as the primary point of contact for technical queries, performance monitoring, and signoff of works., • Deliver assigned security projects in scope and on time., • Assist the Security Systems Analyst and Security Systems Apprentice with the daily BAU tasks We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come. Who we’re looking for: You’ll have experience working on enterprise integrated security systems, ideally within a large industrial environment. You’ll have a full UK driving licence and be happy to work away from home when required and to commit to an on-call team rota. You’ll also be able to demonstrate the following: • Good understanding of CCTV network technologies, infrastructure and processes, • Experience installing, fault finding and maintaining large enterprise IP CCTV systems, Access Control systems, Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems., • Good knowledge of Cisco or equivalent network switching and core networking principles relevant to security system architecture., • Experience in maintaining, fault finding and installing large intruder alarm systems., • Excellent documentation skills, • On-call allowance, • A discretionary bonus depending on company performance, • Private Healthcare, • SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time, • Personal accident cover, • Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%, • Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays Together, we make it happen. At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here. Talk to us about flexible working! How to apply: Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Senior Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Employability Service in Redbridge. Sounds great, what will I be doing? To inspire people with complex mental health conditions to progress, and to gain and sustain paid employment. The Senior Employment Specialist will support clients directly by managing a caseload and will also support and develop the wider IPS team. The Senior Employment Specialist will work across the local NHS secondary care network alongside NHS clinicians to secure client referrals. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. You will bring at least one year's experience in employment services, ideally using the IPS model, alongside a strong understanding of the mental health recovery framework. You will have a proven track record of supporting individuals with barriers into employment, with strong networking and employer engagement skills. Your experience will include working in health or social care settings, supporting people with mental health conditions to find, return to, and retain employment. You will be confident presenting to stakeholders, managing a varied caseload, and working to tight deadlines in an outcome-driven environment. You will demonstrate strong assessment, action planning, and record-keeping skills, with excellent IT proficiency across databases and Microsoft packages. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will build effective relationships with clients and partners, think creatively to deliver solutions, and contribute to strong local partnership working. You will also bring experience of working within quality frameworks and a commitment to IPS fidelity and employment retention. Flexibility to travel across the borough is required, alongside a strong understanding of key policies including Health & Safety, Data Protection, Equality & Diversity, the Equality Act 2010, and employment law. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. • Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Employment Services in Barnet. Sounds great, what will I be doing? We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable professional to manage a caseload of up to 20 clients, supporting individuals with mental health conditions into meaningful employment using the IPS model. The ideal candidate will work closely with clinical teams, contribute to multi-disciplinary care planning, and build strong relationships with employers to tailor job opportunities. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential for managing referrals, job retention support, and compliance with NHS and Hestia protocols. The role also requires accurate KPI tracking, benefit guidance, and flexibility to work across various settings. A commitment to professional development, collaboration, and client-centred outcomes is key. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Someone who is a self starter and comfortable with a lone working environment, you will have strong empathy skills and an eye for detail. You should have experience of supporting people in a job search and have made an impact on this. To succeed you would need to have worked in a target environment and used to meeting and exceeding targets. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. • Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Technical Services Manager 📍 Location: West London 🕒 Hours: 40 hours per week | Working 5 out of 7 days 💷 Salary: Highly competitive + 10% bonus + £1,300 flexible benefits 🏋️ Perk: Free onsite gym access We’re supporting a prestigious, high-profile site in the West End of London in the search for an experienced Technical Services Manager to provide calm, credible leadership in a complex and fast-paced environment. This role suits someone who enjoys owning the bigger picture while staying close to the detail. You’ll lead onsite technical teams and specialist partners, maintain high standards of compliance and risk control, and ensure the site is always audit-ready. You’ll also play a key role in modernising maintenance and asset performance, using data, continuous improvement and new technology to drive reliability, efficiency and long-term value for the client. If you’re confident engaging with senior stakeholders, coaching teams to perform at their best, and turning complex technical delivery into consistent, future-focused outcomes, this could be an excellent next step. Key Responsibilities • Lead engineering optimisation initiatives to improve maintenance strategies and asset performance, • Ensure all activities comply with relevant statutory requirements and industry codes of practice, • Deliver all technical services safely, compliantly, diligently and cost-effectively, • Maintain strong governance around engineering and statutory compliance, • Build effective industry and client networks to support continuous improvement, • Manage key relationships with the client and senior decision-makers, • Develop and support an engineering apprenticeship pipeline, ensuring progression and long-term value, • Drive best-practice maintenance delivery techniques across the site What We’re Looking For - Essential • Professionally qualified engineer, • Experience working in complex or critical environments with high business risk, • Strong knowledge of engineering and statutory compliance, • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills, • Proven leadership of critical technical functions, • Sound commercial awareness and budget management experience, • Strong people-management capability, • NEBOSH qualification, • Previous Authorised Person experience (trade-specific), • Membership of a professional engineering institute, • Risk assessment certification, • Experience managing legionella and water quality Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a values-driven organisation delivering critical services in a flagship environment. You’ll be supported to grow, develop and make a real impact, while benefiting from a strong package of rewards and wellbeing support. Benefits include: • Comprehensive wellbeing and mental health support platform, • Employee Assistance Programme (including legal and financial advice), • 24/7 virtual GP access, • Retail and lifestyle discount schemes (available to friends and family), • Pension scheme, • Ongoing learning and development opportunities, • Bike to Work scheme, • Enhanced benefits and leave policies

About us Important: the job title “Senior Associate” at Hoare Lea refers to a senior-level position (not an entry-level role); please check the role description for responsibility and seniority. Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. You will join our Electrical team based in our London office. As the largest office within the firm, our London has a broad and far-reaching experience covering all sectors. It’s a real hive of activity, home to both MEP engineers and a variety of other specialist groups. Working with our specialist groups, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do. Our team have a wealth of experience and offer a positive, supportive and flexible culture. We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead client relationships and deliver technically excellent, commercially sound electrical design across building services projects. This vacancy will suit an experienced Associate who manages project delivery and client engagement, or a Senior Associate who leads larger, multi-disciplines schemes, contributes to business development and helps shape a high‑performing local team. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Act as primary client contact for projects; define and agree briefs and represent Hoare Lea professionally at project meetings., • Promote Hoare Lea’s services to create opportunities and support client objectives., • Lead and coordinate project teams (including specialist groups), prioritise workloads and host/ chair internal project meetings., • Deliver profitable, high‑quality schemes; monitor project expenditure, report costs and resource needs to line managers/partners., • Delegate, review and check work from junior staff; contribute to staff development and performance objectives., • Maintain awareness of consultant appointment conditions, procurement routes and commercial risks; identify and mitigate business risks., • Contribute to technical knowledge sharing across the firm and ensure technical accuracy and compliance with relevant standards., • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants and contractors to support repeat business and growth. Additional responsibilities for Senior Associate: • Lead larger scale, multi‑discipline schemes, attend interviews and support bid preparation., • Support development and leadership of the local team and report regularly senior management. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering or equivalent., • Chartered status required for Senior Associate, desirable/working towards for Associate., • Extensive project & client leadership experience., • Strong technical competence in electrical building services, working to applicable regulations and design guides., • Ability to lead integrated design teams, coordinate with other disciplines and deliver technically accurate designs., • Excellent client‑facing, written and verbal communication skills; able to manage difficult situations., • Demonstrable commercial awareness: monitor project costs, identify/mitigate risks and contribute to profitable delivery., • Proven people leadership: motivate, delegate and develop team members — leads projects (Associate) or leads teams and local practice (Senior Associate)., • Highly organised with strong planning skills; able to work under own initiative and deliver to demanding timescales., • IT literate with proficiency in industry software and BIM workflows., • Committed to continuous professional development and knowledge‑sharing. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. You will join our Electrical team based in our London office. As the largest office within the firm, our London has a broad and far-reaching experience covering all sectors. It’s a real hive of activity, home to both MEP engineers and a variety of other specialist groups. Working with our specialist groups, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do. Our team have a wealth of experience and offer a positive, supportive and flexible culture. You will take the lead design role on significant and complex building services projects, owning the design delivery from inception to completion. As the technical lead, you will manage and prioritise the internal Hoare Lea delivery team, coordinate with other disciplines and external consultants, and represent Hoare Lea at client and project meetings. You will ensure technically excellent, commercially aware and timely delivery while developing client relationships that support future business growth. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Lead the design delivery for significant and complex schemes, taking responsibility for achieving design objectives and technical quality., • Define and agree the design brief with clients and manage client and consultant relationships professionally., • Represent Hoare Lea at project meetings and actively promote our services to support client projects and future business., • Manage, prioritise and motivate the internal project team (including specialist groups); host and chair internal project meetings., • Delegate, review and check work undertaken by others; contribute to the professional development of team members., • Monitor project expenditure, costs and resource requirements; report regularly to the team leader., • Identify, highlight and manage project and commercial risks, including awareness of consultant appointment conditions and procurement impacts., • Ensure deliverables meet quality standards, technical accuracy and programme deadlines., • Share technical knowledge across the business and work collaboratively with other professionals to deliver coordinated building designs., • Communicate openly and effectively at all levels internally and externally. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Qualified and recognised in the industry, preferably with Chartered status., • Proven, in‑depth technical knowledge in electrical/building services design and applied experience of relevant regulations and design guides., • Strong understanding of complementary disciplines and experience leading integrated design teams., • Excellent client‑facing skills with ability to manage difficult situations calmly and professionally., • Demonstrable experience leading design teams on complex projects and delivering to demanding timescales., • Commercial awareness: experience monitoring project costs, identifying commercial risks and contributing to profitable delivery., • Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands., • Confident communicator — excellent written and spoken English — with experience representing a consultancy externally., • IT literate with proficiency in industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical)., • Committed to continuous professional development and supporting the career growth of others. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. 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Energy Metering Manager | Permanent | Hybrid - London | up to £65,000 Do you have experience in the Energy Retail Market? Background in managing metering from the supply side? Looking for a role where you can own your own metering side and work autonomously? PT Renewables is partnered with renewable energy business is looking for an experienced metering specialist to help manage and optimise the metering operations within its energy supply division. Our clients portfolio has grown quickly, creating the need for someone who can take ownership of the metering function and help support the next phase of growth. The Role This role will work closely with the Energy Supply leadership team and will play a key role in ensuring meters across the portfolio are performing correctly, faults are managed efficiently, and processes continue to evolve as the business scales. You will be responsible for supporting and developing the metering operations across a growing energy supply portfolio, ensuring systems, processes and meter performance are running smoothly. Key Responsibilities Include • Managing the performance and functionality of meters across c3,000 sites, • Investigating and resolving metering faults and operational issues, • Working with metering platforms and data systems, • Identifying process improvements as the supply portfolio grows, • Supporting a major platform migration scheduled later this year About you • Around 4+ years’ experience in energy metering, • Background within an energy supplier, metering services provider, or energy services business, • Strong understanding of metering systems, faults and operational processes, • Experience managing meter portfolios and troubleshooting issues, • Someone who enjoys improving processes and taking ownership Package • Salary up to £65,000, • Hybrid working in Central London, • Bonus opportunity up to 20% of basic salary, • Opportunity to own and shape the metering function, • Work in a scaling energy supply operation If you have energy supply metering experience and are looking for a role where you can take real ownership within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Delay Director - Construction Disputes Location: London, WC2E 9JD Package: £120,000 - £150,000+ plus bonus, private healthcare, pension, benefits WHO WE ARE: Adair is an independent multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy with an excellent track record in both the public and private sectors. We specialise in Dispute Resolution, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Project Management and Project Monitoring in the UK and internationally. We provide flexible, high-quality services and solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Our success has been built on providing an exceptional client service for a range of solicitors, private individuals, banks, private equity funds and trusts. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for a Delay specialist at Director level in London to work closely with the Construction Lead on arbitration, litigation, mediation and adjudication work across the UK. You will: • Provide specialist expert delay opinion and contractual advice in all aspects of construction delay and disruption matters., • Prepare analysis and expert reports for complex, high value arbitration and litigation proceedings., • Prepare expert testimony on dispute matters as required and work towards providing expert testimony in a live legal context., • Deliver Expert Delay analysis work., • Work with the Dispute Resolution expert team on disputes and business development and management., • The successful appointee will play a key part in the further development of the practice, with emphasis on thought leadership as well as practice and business development. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: You must have experience of large scale, complex construction disputes and be experienced in litigation and arbitration procedures. Ideally, you will be working in delay in a similar Construction Disputes business and have a blend of the following experience: • assessing the time impacts of contractual claims and working in the construction industry., • performing detailed delay forensic analysis and comfortable handling large data sets. drafting technical and expert reports, and proposals and white papers., • producing clear concise opinions on matters in dispute leading to the production of CPR 35 compliant reports, • understanding all methods of alternative dispute resolution. Additionally, you must be: • highly analytical and known for your attention to detail., • a skilled communicator (written and verbal) with exceptional report writing skills; fluency in English is essential., • IT proficient - Excel and PowerPoint are essential; Primavera P6,, • Astra Power Projects, AutoCAD, NBS or MS Project are advantageous., • Degree educated in Engineering, Construction Management or, • Project Management (preferable). WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive salary dependent on level of education and experience. Benefits include but are not limited to: • Pension, • Private Healthcare, • Life Insurance, • Critical illness cover, • 25 days Annual Leave – increasing with service, • Enhanced Parental Leave, • Electric Car Scheme, • Cycle to Work Scheme REF: JE-ADAIR008

About Us Every business needs to know who they’re really working with whether it’s suppliers, investors, partners, or third parties. At Xapien, we’re reinventing how organisations do that, combining speed, scale and accuracy with cutting-edge AI. Since 2018, we’ve grown from a deep-tech startup to a global player in AI-driven due diligence and risk intelligence. 2024 was a landmark year as we closed a $10M Series A, earned recognition in the Chartis RiskTech100® and Everest Group’s Leading 50™, and expanded our products, markets and customer base. 2025 was even bigger: With new regulations, rising compliance pressure and growing reputation risks, organisations everywhere are demanding smarter, faster ways to work and they’re turning to us. Customers worldwide from global law firms and private banks to universities and nonprofits rely on Xapien to turn days of manual research into trusted insights, delivered in minutes. Our momentum so far Customers in a diverse range of industries, with particular growth in wealth management, financial services and supply chain onboarding. Demand accelerating beyond our UK headquarters, across multiple continents with new customers in the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania. Why this is an exciting time to join This isn’t just another tech role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of the due diligence industry with a market-leading product trusted by global organisations. Whether you’re in marketing, communications, sales, or finance, you’ll play a critical role in driving growth, building credibility, and defining how we connect our product to a rapidly evolving market. We’re scaling fast with more customers, more releases, and bigger regulatory and market challenges. Expectations are rising, due diligence now means real-time insight, delivered efficiently and with impact. You won’t just be executing campaigns, closing deals, or managing numbers, you’ll be influencing strategy, optimising processes, and helping position a brand that’s setting the new standard for trust and transparency. For people who love learning, innovating, and making an impact that matters now is the moment to be a part of Xapien. The Role We're hiring a Staff Backend Engineer to join our engineering team in a high-impact technical leadership role. You'll work on our most challenging technical problems, own parts of our platform's architecture, and help shape the technical direction of our backend stack. Our tech stack centres on Go microservices, with Temporal workflows and MongoDB running on Kubernetes in GCP. You'll work with modern patterns including event-driven architectures, gRPC and REST APIs, and comprehensive observability with Grafana Cloud. We're an AI-native engineering team. We use Claude Code daily and we're investing heavily in AI-assisted development as a core part of how we build software — not as an experiment, but as a first-class engineering practice. We want engineers who are excited about this and who have ideas about how to push it further: how to decompose work for AI agents, how to maintain quality at higher velocity, and how to help an entire team get dramatically more productive with these tools. You'll take technical ownership of major domains within our platform — whether that's our Investigations pipeline (web scraping, data provider integrations, LLM-powered analysis) or our Core App systems (user journeys, features, and configuration). You'll be a technical authority, establishing patterns that others follow and driving initiatives that span multiple teams. What You'll Do • Own the technical direction and architecture for parts of our platform, • Design and build complex backend services and systems that scale, • Drive technical decisions that affect multiple teams, • Establish patterns, standards, and best practices that others will follow, • Shape and evolve our AI-assisted development practices, setting the standards for how the team works effectively with AI tooling, • Use AI tooling to multiply your own output and help the wider team do the same, rethinking how engineering work is planned, decomposed, and delegated, • Lead complex technical initiatives from design through implementation, • Identify and address systemic technical challenges across our backend, • Set the standard for high-quality code, whether written by hand or with AI — knowing when to trust, when to intervene, and what good looks like either way, • Mentor engineers across the organization, raising the technical bar, • Balance technical excellence with pragmatic delivery, • Influence technology choices and architectural direction, • Collaborate with engineering leadership on technical strategy, • Build new systems and features while improving our existing architecture What We're Looking For Essential • 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, • Strong backend engineering fundamentals — we use Go, but we're hiring an engineer, not a language specialist. If you're excellent and haven't written Go before, that's fine., • Proven track record of designing and owning large-scale systems, • Strong experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or similar complex systems, • Deep understanding of databases, particularly MongoDB or similar NoSQL systems, • Extensive experience with microservices architecture and inter-service communication, • Expert-level understanding of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes), • Experience working with AI coding assistants (Claude Code, Copilot, Cursor, or similar) as a core part of your development workflow, with a perspective on how to get the most value from them, • Experience establishing technical standards and patterns across teams, • Strong architectural thinking with ability to balance trade-offs, • Track record of mentoring and developing other engineers, • Ability to drive technical initiatives with minimal guidance, • Experience influencing technical direction at an organizational level, • Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts Highly Desirable • Experience with Temporal or similar workflow orchestration systems at scale, • Deep knowledge of event streaming platforms like Kafka, • Experience with LLMs and AI integration (particularly for Investigations team), • Experience driving AI tooling adoption and practices across an engineering team — establishing shared conventions, measuring impact, and helping engineers level up, • Background in SaaS platforms or B2B products at scale, • Expert-level knowledge of observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, etc.), • Deep understanding of authorization patterns, security, and multi-tenancy, • Experience with protobuf and gRPC Our Tech Stack • Languages: Go, • Databases: MongoDB, • Messaging & Orchestration: Temporal, Kafka, • APIs: REST, gRPC, protobuf, • Infrastructure: Kubernetes, GCP, • Observability: Grafana stack, • AI/ML: LLMs (OpenAI, Gemini), RAG systems, • Development Tools: Claude Code, AI-assisted development workflows What Success Looks Like In your first 6 months, you will have • Owned and driven a significant technical initiative to completion, • Established new patterns or improved existing ones across teams, • Mentored multiple engineers, visibly raising technical standards, • Contributed to architectural decisions, • Been recognized as a technical authority in your domain, • Made measurable improvements to system reliability, performance, or scalability, • Influenced the technical direction of our backend platform, • Helped evolve our AI-assisted engineering practices, contributing to how the team gets more value from our tooling Here’s our promise to you • We are going to work with you - to build a rewarding and fulfilling career with the opportunities, challenges and resources you need to do you your best work., • We succeed together- you will own a meaningful part of the business through our employee shares & equity programme., • Private health insurance to keep you in tip-top condition., • Life Insurance – let's hope nobody ever needs this!, • Unlimited holidays – yes, it really is uncapped – take the time you need, when you need it., • Everyone is learning, developing and challenging themselves so we have a £1k professional development fund per year if you want to learn new skills, even new things outside of work., • Most importantly of all, we will work with you, to help you realise your fullest potential, always.

Security Operations Specialist Location – London (minimum 3 days in office per week) Salary - £100-120k + 20-30% Bonus + Great Benefits Currently working with a UK Investment Management firm who are in the process of building out their Cyber Defence capability and looking to bring in a cloud-based Security Operations Specialist, with a blend of both Analysis and Engineering experience. You will be dealing with the escalated alerts from a 3rd party MSSP, investigating and responding to the most complex incidents whilst building out IR Playbooks and Processes and developing the internal Threat Hunting capability. You will act as a mentor to the more junior Analysts within the team and play a pivotal role in shaping how the SOC capability is built. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced Senior SOC Analyst / Engineer to join a growing yet established firm at a crucial point as they completely build out their Information and Cyber Security capability. Whilst they have the fundamentals in place, this is a completely greenfield SOC buildout, where you will work alongside the Head of SecOps to shape their SOC monitoring, detection and response function. Key Responsibilities: • Act as a lead and technical escalation point on the most complex incidents and investigations., • Proactively look for opportunities to automate, fine-tune and streamline the detection engineering and general SOC capabilities., • Utilise various internal and external Threat Intelligence feeds to execute proactive threat hunting campaigns., • Mentor and train junior team members through complex incident response investigations. Key Requirements: • Significant experience working in a SOC environment (5+ Years), responding to and containing the most high-profile, escalated incidents., • Comprehensive knowledge of the Microsoft Security stack – Defender, Sentinel, E5 Security Suite, etc, • Proven experience building detection rules, fine-tuning and streamlining SOC tooling and capabilities., • Experience working in cloud-native SOC environments – Azure and/or Azure. If you’re an experienced Security Operations Specialist, looking to shape how one of the most innovative Investment Management firms build out their cyber defence capability and leave a lasting impact on one of the most reputable organisations whilst working alongside a team of genuine Cyber Security SMEs, click the to apply or get in touch directly –

Project: 300MW BESS integrated with 2.6GW Offshore Wind Farm via HVDC Location: Primarily remote (UK-based preferred), with travel to Norwich and London Role Overview We are seeking a specialist engineer to support the BESS Technical Lead with the integration of a large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a major offshore wind farm connected via HVDC. This is a technically challenging and high-profile role focused on ensuring robust integration between the BESS, HVDC system, offshore wind plant, control systems, trading and optimisation platforms, and operational stakeholders. The role has a particular emphasis on the BESS interfaces and requires an engineer who can provide input into the development of the operating philosophy, control philosophy, and interface design across multiple systems and parties. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the integrated system is operable, reliable, commercially optimised, and validated through practical testing that the BESS is grid code compliant. Key Responsibilities 1. BESS–HVDC–Offshore Wind Integration • Support the design and coordination of the control interfaces between the BESS and HVDC system across a range of operating scenarios., • Define and manage key integration interfaces between the BESS, offshore wind farm, HVDC controls, plant controllers, and other relevant OEM systems., • Support the BESS Technical Lead to provide input into the development of the overall integrated operating and control philosophy for the BESS, HVDC system, and offshore wind plant., • Support the BESS Technical Lead working closely with OEMs and project stakeholders to ensure the integrated solution is correctly designed, built, tested, and commissioned. 2. Trading, Revenue & Operational Interfaces • Lead the definition of BESS interfaces related to trading, dispatch, and revenue optimisation, including interfaces with the optimiser platform., • Ensure control logic and system design appropriately reflect network constraints, including restrictions arising from shared grid connection arrangements, offshore wind generation conditions, HVDC operating constraints, and wider transmission system limitations., • Develop the functional approach to automatically limit or adjust traded power when plant or grid constraints apply., • Coordinate interfaces between the BESS and the trading optimiser, the BESS OEM for warranty, maintenance, and condition monitoring signals, and the 24/7 control centre supporting NESO and the BESS owner/operator. 3. Technical Leadership & Interface Management • Provide technical leadership across complex multidisciplinary interfaces involving controls, SCADA, commercial/trading systems, OEM platforms, and grid compliance functions., • Act as the glue across multiple technical and commercial workstreams to ensure a coherent and reliable end-to-end solution., • Manage model and interface coordination between different OEMs, particularly where control interactions between the BESS and HVDC are critical., • Work closely with the Plant Control Engineer for the HVDC and offshore wind plant to ensure aligned design and testing., • Work closely with the Lead BESS HV Engineer to ensure aligned design and testing. 4. Grid Code Compliance & Testing • Lead the BESS aspects of UK grid code compliance planning and testing by working closely with the Plant Control Engineer for the HVDC and Offshore Windfarm as well as the overall commissioning team., • Support and coordinate compliance activities with NESO, including a practical understanding of E-ON, I-ON A, I-ON B, and FON working closely with the Design & Compliance Manager as well as the Grid Connection Manager., • Good understanding of operational tripping schemes and the compliance testing associated with this., • Ensure that control design, plant operation, and interface behaviour support successful compliance demonstration., • Coordinate with specialists responsible for compliance studies, testing, and technical evidence packages., • Develop Grid Code Compliance test procedures using Ørsted templates and formatting that are familiar to NESO., • Prepare Grid Code Compliance test results and reports using Ørsted templates and formatting that are familiar to NESO. 5. Integrated Control Design Documentation • Produce and maintain the integrated documentation required to pull together inputs from different packages, contractors, and OEMs for the BESS control design implementation., • Develop clear, structured documentation covering operational modes, operational tripping philosophy, control schemes, and key interface definitions., • Ensure documentation clearly defines interfaces with neighbouring systems, including the HVDC system, offshore wind plant, plant control systems, control room, trading and revenue, Optimiser, the Transmission System Operator (TSO). This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role on a first-of-a-kind, large-scale integrated energy project, combining a 300MW BESS with a 2.6GW offshore wind farm via HVDC. The role offers the chance to work across a wide range of technical and operational disciplines, including power system integration, plant and control systems, SCADA, trading and revenue optimisation, operational/control room interfaces, grid code compliance, and technical coordination across multiple specialist functions. Requirements: • Essential, • Strong experience in the integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) into complex power projects., • Demonstrable experience with control interfaces between the BESS and other plant systems, ideally including HVDC, renewable generation, or grid-connected infrastructure., • A basic understanding of communication network infrastructure and cyber security., • Good understanding of BESS trading, dispatch, and revenue optimisation interfaces in the UK market., • Experience defining or managing interfaces with optimisers/trading platforms, OEM control systems, SCADA and plant control systems, and remote operational/control centers., • Strong understanding of how shared grid connection constraints impact BESS operation and traded power availability., • Experience with co-located BESS projects sharing a grid connection with other generation assets, such as offshore wind, onshore wind, solar, or other generation plant., • Ability to develop and manage an integrated operating and control philosophy across multiple systems and stakeholders., • Good working knowledge of UK grid code compliance processes for large grid-connected plant, including practical awareness of testing and energisation stages., • Understanding of REMIT considerations regarding trading and implication of where data/signals are sent., • Experience producing integrated technical documentation that consolidates control design inputs, operating philosophies, trip logic, and interface requirements across multiple OEMs and packages., • Desirable, • Experience working on projects involving HVDC-connected offshore wind., • Broader understanding of power systems and control interactions, sufficient to manage technical interfaces and challenge OEMs effectively., • Familiarity with grid code compliance studies, even if not personally conducting PSCAD or PowerFactory simulations., • Awareness of related areas such as SCADA integration, metering interfaces, protection interactions and control room operations., • Prior experience coordinating across multiple OEMs and contractors in a complex delivery environment. Technical Capability Profile • The successful candidate will not be expected to personally carry out PSCAD or PowerFactory studies, but should have sufficient knowledge of power system behaviour, control interactions, and dynamic plant integration to:, • understand the implications of study outputs;, • manage technical discussions with OEMs and consultants;, • review interface assumptions;, • ensure appropriate integration between BESS and HVDC control systems; and, • support the delivery of a technically robust and compliant solution. Qualifications • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or similar relevant discipline., • Master’s degree preferred., • A solid background in control theory, and practical site experience especially grid code compliance testing. Location & Travel • UK-based candidates are strongly preferred., • The role is primarily remote, but regular travel will be required., • The project site is in Norwich, and the optimiser provider / employer offices are in London., • Candidates should expect travel of approximately 1–2 days per week, depending on project phase., • During key periods—particularly grid code compliance testing, initial energisation, and early operational phases—a greater site presence in Norwich will be required to support issue resolution and successful delivery., • For site visits, the consultant must bring their own work clothes and basic PPE., • We offer a flexible and professional working environment. What matters most is delivery: when face-to-face collaboration or on-site support is needed, the successful candidate must be willing to travel accordingly.

MEP Quantity Surveyor London £70,000 - £110,000 + Travel Allowance + Package + Career Progression + Major Technical Projects An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to join a leading MEP contractor delivering complex, large-scale projects across the UK and Europe, including data centres, commercial shell & core and office fit-out schemes. You will play a key role in the commercial management of a flagship project, overseeing MEP packages from pre-construction through to final account within a high-value, mission-critical environment. You will be responsible for ensuring commercial success across projects, managing costs, procurement and contractual matters while working closely with project and delivery teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong pipeline of technically challenging projects and clear progression into senior commercial roles. The Role As An MEP Quantity Surveyor Will Include • Managing the commercial aspects of mechanical and electrical packages, • Preparing and reviewing subcontractor packages, procurement and tender processes, • Cost management, forecasting and reporting throughout the project lifecycle, • Managing variations, valuations and final accounts, • Working closely with project managers, engineers and site teams, • Ensuring contractual compliance and risk management The Successful MEP Quantity Surveyor Will Have • Proven experience working as an MEP Quantity Surveyor on construction projects, • Background within data centres, shell & core or commercial fit-out environments, • Strong understanding of MEP packages and building services, • Experience managing subcontractor accounts and commercial processes, • Previous experience working for an MEP contractor or specialist subcontractor, • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills For more information please call Ines on 07458 163048 Keywords:MEP Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, M&E Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Commercial Lead, Cost Manager, Building Services QS, Mechanical & Electrical, M&E, MEP, Building Services Engineering, Procurement, Tendering, Cost Management, Variations, Valuations, Final Accounts, Commercial Management, Contract Management, NEC, JCT, Data Centre Infrastructure, Critical Systems, Mission Critical, Data Centres, Shell & Core, Commercial Construction, Office Fit-Out, CAT A, CAT B, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Rooms, Logistics, Industrial

Senior BESS Integration & Plant Control Engineer • Project Name: HOW03 BESS, • Duration: 07-Apr-2026 - 31-May-2027, • Job Classification: Electrical Systems, • Primarily remote (UK-based preferred), with travel to Norwich and London, • Bring own PPE, • Mon – Friday Description Project: 300MW BESS integrated with 2.6GW Offshore Wind Farm via HVDC Role Overview We are seeking a specialist engineer to support the BESS Technical Lead with the integration of a large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a major offshore wind farm connected via HVDC. This is a technically challenging and high-profile role focused on ensuring robust integration between the BESS, HVDC system, offshore wind plant, control systems, trading and optimisation platforms, and operational stakeholders. The role has a particular emphasis on the BESS interfaces and requires an engineer who can provide input into the development of the operating philosophy, control philosophy, and interface design across multiple systems and parties. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the integrated system is operable, reliable, commercially optimised, and validated through practical testing that the BESS is grid code compliant. Key Responsibilities 1. BESS–HVDC–Offshore Wind Integration • Support the design and coordination of the control interfaces between the BESS and HVDC system across a range of operating scenarios., • Define and manage key integration interfaces between the BESS, offshore wind farm, HVDC controls, plant controllers, and other relevant OEM systems., • Support the BESS Technical Lead to provide input into the development of the overall integrated operating and control philosophy for the BESS, HVDC system, and offshore wind plant., • Support the BESS Technical Lead working closely with OEMs and project stakeholders to ensure the integrated solution is correctly designed, built, tested, and commissioned. 2. Trading, Revenue & Operational Interfaces • Lead the definition of BESS interfaces related to trading, dispatch, and revenue optimisation, including interfaces with the optimiser platform., • Ensure control logic and system design appropriately reflect network constraints, including restrictions arising from shared grid connection arrangements, offshore wind generation conditions, HVDC operating constraints, and wider transmission system limitations., • Develop the functional approach to automatically limit or adjust traded power when plant or grid constraints apply., • Coordinate interfaces between the BESS and the trading optimiser, the BESS OEM for warranty, maintenance, and condition monitoring signals, and the 24/7 control centre supporting NESO and the BESS owner/operator. 3. Technical Leadership & Interface Management • Provide technical leadership across complex multidisciplinary interfaces involving controls, SCADA, commercial/trading systems, OEM platforms, and grid compliance functions., • Act as the glue across multiple technical and commercial workstreams to ensure a coherent and reliable end-to-end solution., • Manage model and interface coordination between different OEMs, particularly where control interactions between the BESS and HVDC are critical., • Work closely with the Plant Control Engineer for the HVDC and offshore wind plant to ensure aligned design and testing., • Work closely with the Lead BESS HV Engineer to ensure aligned design and testing. 4. Grid Code Compliance & Testing • Lead the BESS aspects of UK grid code compliance planning and testing by working closely with the Plant Control Engineer for the HVDC and Offshore Windfarm as well as the overall commissioning team., • Support and coordinate compliance activities with NESO, including a practical understanding of E-ON, I-ON A, I-ON B, and FON working closely with the Design & Compliance Manager as well as the Grid Connection Manager., • Good understanding of operational tripping schemes and the compliance testing associated with this., • Ensure that control design, plant operation, and interface behaviour support successful compliance demonstration., • Coordinate with specialists responsible for compliance studies, testing, and technical evidence packages., • Develop Grid Code Compliance test procedures using client templates and formatting that are familiar to NESO., • Prepare Grid Code Compliance test results and reports using client templates and formatting that are familiar to NESO. 5. Integrated Control Design Documentation • Produce and maintain the integrated documentation required to pull together inputs from different packages, contractors, and OEMs for the BESS control design implementation., • Develop clear, structured documentation covering operational modes, operational tripping philosophy, control schemes, and key interface definitions., • Ensure documentation clearly defines interfaces with neighbouring systems, including the HVDC system, offshore wind plant, plant control systems, control room, trading and revenue, Optimiser, the Transmission System Operator (TSO)., • Coordinate across packages and stakeholders to ensure documentation is aligned, complete, traceable, and suitable to support design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and operations. Why This Role? • The successful candidate will be supported by experienced teams across HV, protection, SCADA, metering, commercial, trading, and revenue, as well as receiving training and support from the optimiser provider. This role offers genuine scope for growth, learning, and technical leadership., • If solving complex engineering challenges across BESS, HVDC, and offshore wind integration motivates you, this is an exceptional opportunity., • The Consultant must bring his/her own PC and/or Iphone. External consultants’ equipment such as PCs, mobile phones and iPads must always be up to date with the latest iOS release. The owner must allow client’s AirWatch security and management software for iPhones and iPads to be installed. The app is mandatory on all mobile devices used by staff (including External consultants) to protect them from cybercrime. The owner must grant approval for client to remove apps, data and access from privately owned equipment if it is deemed to pose a risk in relation to client’s security or the GDPR regulations, if the equipment is lost/stolen, or if the owner ceases to have an active contract with Magnit and/or client. When an external consultant leaves client, they must contact the IT Service Desk to remove all client apps and data. The IT Service Desk can only support privately owned equipment in connection with client’s AirWatch security and management software. Requirements: Essential • Strong experience in the integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) into complex power projects., • Demonstrable experience with control interfaces between the BESS and other plant systems, ideally including HVDC, renewable generation, or grid-connected infrastructure., • A basic understanding of communication network infrastructure and cyber security., • Good understanding of BESS trading, dispatch, and revenue optimisation interfaces in the UK market., • Experience defining or managing interfaces with optimisers/trading platforms, OEM control systems, SCADA and plant control systems, and remote operational/control centres., • Strong understanding of how shared grid connection constraints impact BESS operation and traded power availability., • Experience with co-located BESS projects sharing a grid connection with other generation assets, such as offshore wind, onshore wind, solar, or other generation plant., • Ability to develop and manage an integrated operating and control philosophy across multiple systems and stakeholders., • Good working knowledge of UK grid code compliance processes for large grid-connected plant, including practical awareness of testing and energisation stages., • Understanding of REMIT considerations regarding trading and implication of where data/signals are sent., • Experience producing integrated technical documentation that consolidates control design inputs, operating philosophies, trip logic, and interface requirements across multiple OEMs and packages. Desirable • Experience working on projects involving HVDC-connected offshore wind., • Broader understanding of power systems and control interactions, sufficient to manage technical interfaces and challenge OEMs effectively., • Familiarity with grid code compliance studies, even if not personally conducting PSCAD or PowerFactory simulations., • Awareness of related areas such as SCADA integration, metering interfaces, protection interactions and control room operations., • Prior experience coordinating across multiple OEMs and contractors in a complex delivery environment. Technical Capability Profile The successful candidate will not be expected to personally carry out PSCAD or PowerFactory studies, but should have sufficient knowledge of power system behaviour, control interactions, and dynamic plant integration to: • understand the implications of study outputs., • manage technical discussions with OEMs and consultants., • review interface assumptions., • ensure appropriate integration between BESS and HVDC control systems; and, • support the delivery of a technically robust and compliant solution. Qualifications • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or similar relevant discipline., • Master’s degree preferred., • A solid background in control theory, and practical site experience especially grid code compliance testing. Location & Travel • UK-based candidates are strongly preferred., • The role is primarily remote, but regular travel will be required., • The project site is in Norwich, and the optimiser provider / employer offices are in London., • Candidates should expect travel of approximately 1–2 days per week, depending on project phase., • During key periods—particularly grid code compliance testing, initial energisation, and early operational phases—a greater site presence in Norwich will be required to support issue resolution and successful delivery., • For site visits, the consultant must bring their own work clothes and basic PPE.

Climate17 is pleased to be working with a B Corp certified sustainable engineering consultancy that is driving measurable impact across the built environment. This growing and ambitious practice supports organisations in unlocking the potential of energy, power, heat, and cooling to deliver meaningful decarbonisation outcomes. Their integrated teams work across sustainability analytics, MEP design, and heat network operations to create intelligent, data-driven solutions across buildings and infrastructure. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a Sustainability Consultant good experience across Energy Modelling (IES) focus to join their London-based team. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-moving consultancy where individuals are empowered to take ownership and make visible impact. The team values initiative, agility, and collaborative problem-solving, offering early exposure to clients, diverse sectors, and technically varied projects. The role sits within the sustainability and analytics function, delivering decarbonisation strategies, heat network optimisation studies, whole-life carbon assessments, and detailed energy modelling. As part of a scaling organisation, this role offers genuine breadth and accelerated development - with the opportunity to shape approaches, influence internal best practice, and see the direct impact of your work. The Role You will lead the delivery of energy modelling outputs using IES, taking technical ownership of modelling methodologies, assumptions, QA processes, and reporting. This is a hands-on, end-to-end role where you will drive delivery rather than simply support it. While energy modelling is the core focus, you will also contribute to wider sustainability workstreams as required, bringing the same rigour and ownership across decarbonisation, heat networks, and carbon analysis projects. Key Responsibilities • Lead IES modelling delivery end-to-end, • Deliver TM52 / TM59 overheating assessments, • Deliver TM54 operational energy modelling, • Develop robust modelling assumptions and QA processes, • Produce clear, concise reports for both technical and non-technical audiences, • Support wider sustainability workstreams including decarbonisation options, heat network analysis, whole life carbon inputs, and planning support, • Contribute to improving internal processes, QA standards, and delivery templates as the team scales About You You will thrive in this role if you: • Have strong hands-on experience delivering IES modelling projects (not just assisting), • Have demonstrable experience with TM52, TM59, and TM54, • Take initiative and are comfortable owning technical delivery, • Are adaptable and comfortable working across multiple sustainability disciplines, • Communicate complex technical outputs clearly and effectively, • Enjoy working in a collaborative, build-and-improve environment Why Apply? Join a purpose-led, B Corp certified consultancy Gain exposure to varied sectors and meaningful decarbonisation projects Play a visible role in shaping technical delivery as the business grows Develop breadth beyond a single specialism Interested? To apply or find out more, please contact: Climate17 is a purpose-led, international recruitment firm specialising in Renewable Energy and Sustainability. We partner with organisations driving decarbonisation and environmental impact by connecting them with specialist talent.

BMS Package Manager – Large Scale Project 📍 London 💰 £85,000 – £90,000 + Excellent Package We are currently recruiting for an experienced BMS Package Manager to join a leading contractor delivering complex projects across London. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in mission-critical environments within one of the fastest-growing sectors in construction. The Role As a BMS Package Manager, you will be responsible for the management and delivery of the Building Management System (BMS) package, ensuring seamless integration, commissioning, and handover across large-scale data centre developments. Key Responsibilities • Manage the full lifecycle of the BMS package, from design through to commissioning and handover, • Coordinate with MEP teams, subcontractors, and specialist BMS vendors, • Ensure systems are delivered in line with project specifications, programme, and quality standards, • Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of BMS systems, • Monitor progress, manage risks, and drive programme milestones, • Ensure compliance with health & safety and relevant standards, • Liaise with clients and stakeholders, providing technical support and updates Requirements • Proven experience as a BMS Package Manager, BMS Project Manager, or similar role, • Strong background working on data centre or mission-critical projects, • In-depth knowledge of BMS / controls systems (e.g. Trend, Tridium, Siemens, Schneider, etc.), • Experience managing specialist subcontractors and commissioning processes, • Strong communication and coordination skills What’s on Offer • Salary of £85,000 – £90,000, • Competitive package including bonus, car allowance, and pension, • Opportunity to work on high-profile data centre projects, • Career progression within a growing and well-established contractor If you’re a BMS specialist looking to step into a senior delivery role within the data centre sector, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Tunnel & Geotechnical Engineering Lead Are you an experienced tunnel or geotechnical engineering professional motivated by shaping the technical direction of major infrastructure projects? NES Fircroft has been exclusively retained to support our client, a globally recognised construction and infrastructure specialist, as they strengthen their engineering leadership capability across the UK & Ireland. This role offers a rare opportunity to influence how tunnelling and geotechnical excellence is embedded across the project lifecycle, from early development and tender strategy through to construction and handover. Working closely with senior engineering, commercial, and project leaders, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that underground and geotechnical solutions are safe, robust, buildable, and aligned with long‑term project success. As Tunnel & Geotechnical Engineering Lead, your responsibilities will include: • Providing functional leadership and technical accountability for tunnelling and geotechnical engineering across the UK & Ireland portfolio., • Acting as the regional focal point for tunnel and geotechnical expertise, supporting projects throughout development, tender, design, construction, and handover., • Leading the technical governance of complex underground works, including tunnels, shafts, foundations, earthworks, and ground treatment solutions., • Overseeing tender‑stage design activities for major projects, coordinating external designers and ensuring competitive, compliant, and deliverable solutions., • Identifying, assessing, and managing technical risks and opportunities in close collaboration with commercial, planning, and construction teams. In this role, you will collaborate across multidisciplinary and joint‑venture teams, working with designers, contractors, clients, and regulators to deliver technically sound and commercially viable outcomes. The position is well suited to someone who enjoys combining deep technical expertise with leadership, mentoring, and strategic influence. As the client’s major project portfolio evolves, there is potential for the role to transition into a senior, project‑based engineering leadership position on a flagship scheme. Qualifications & Experience • Chartered Engineer (CEng) in Civil Engineering or equivalent professional standing., • Extensive experience delivering major infrastructure projects with significant tunnelling and/or geotechnical scope, ideally within the UK., • Proven leadership experience on complex, high‑risk underground works across design and construction phases., • Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM Regulations, and modern construction methodologies., • Collaborative leadership style with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Our client offers a highly competitive reward package alongside the opportunity to work on some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects in the UK & Ireland. The organisation values collaborative leadership, thoughtful decision‑making, and sustainable ways of working, and is committed to creating an environment where people can do their best work, develop their careers, and contribute meaningfully to long‑term project success. If you’re motivated by technical excellence, collaborative leadership, and shaping the future of major infrastructure delivery, we encourage you to apply.

🚀 ESTIMATOR – FACADES | DARTFORD 🏗️ Join a Growing Building Envelope Contractor with a Strong Secured Pipeline Due to sustained growth and continued project wins, a well-established building envelope contractor is expanding its commercial team and looking to appoint an experienced Façade / Cladding Estimator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business operating in the high-demand façade remediation sector, with a strong pipeline of secured work and long-term stability. If you’re confident pricing complex envelope packages and want real progression, this role is worth exploring. 💼 The Role Working within the commercial function, you will play a key role in supporting the tendering and pre-construction process across façade and remediation projects. Your responsibilities will include: 📐 Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for façade and remediation works 📑 Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation 🧮 Producing comprehensive take-offs and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) 🤝 Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations 📊 Supporting tender submissions from initial pricing through to final submission 👷 Working collaboratively with technical, commercial and delivery teams to ensure accuracy and competitiveness This is a commercially focused role where attention to detail and technical understanding of envelope systems is essential. 🎯 Candidate Profile We are particularly keen to speak with individuals who have: ✔ Proven estimating experience within cladding, EWI or façade systems ✔ Strong understanding of façade remediation and compliance-driven projects ✔ Experience pricing complex building envelope packages ✔ Knowledge of fire compliance upgrades and relevant regulations ✔ Strong commercial awareness and numerical capability 🌟 Why Join? 📈 Growing contractor in a specialist, high-demand sector 🔒 Strong and stable pipeline of secured projects 📚 Clear career progression and development pathway 🤝 Employee Owned Trust structure promoting long-term stability and engagement 🏢 Supportive commercial team environment If you are looking for a long-term move with a business that offers stability, progression and exposure to technically interesting remediation projects, I would be keen to have a confidential conversation. 📩 Apply directly or message me to discuss further. 🔁 Referrals are always appreciated. #Estimator #Facades #Cladding #BuildingEnvelope #ConstructionCareers #Hiring #Dartford

Business Analyst – Technology, Data & AI Transformation About Valcon At Valcon, we are a European powerhouse in technology, data, and AI-driven business transformation. We combine deep expertise in digital technology, data platforms, and AI with our heritage in operational excellence, failsafe delivery, and organisational change. Trusted by Europe’s leading organisations, we don’t just advise – we implement, deliver, and scale real transformation. Backed by private equity, Valcon has brought together leading firms to form one of Europe’s fastest-growing consultancies. In the UK, we’re scaling quickly while maintaining a collaborative, hands-on, and down-to-earth culture. 💥 Your Impact As a Business Transformation Analyst (Business, Technology, Data & AI), you will help organisations translate complex strategic & operational challenges into practical solutions across technology, data, and AI-enabled transformation programmes. • Working at the intersection of business, technology, and data, you’ll support the design and delivery of modern digital platforms, data ecosystems, and intelligent solutions that drive measurable business outcomes., • You’ll collaborate closely with stakeholders, architects, engineers, and delivery teams to ensure that business needs are clearly understood and translated into solutions that are both technically viable and commercially valuable., • You’ll also contribute to the growth of Valcon’s UK practice by supporting high-quality delivery, helping identify and shape propositions, and promoting best practices across consulting, data, and technology teams., • You will play a key and measurable role in achieving Valcons growth ambitions in the coming years 🧩 The Role We’re hiring a Business Transformation Analysts with experience in business operations, technology, data, AI and digital transformation to support complex programmes across a range of industries including Financial Services, Public Sector, and energy & water Utilities and transportationPharma. You’ll play a central role in bridging business stakeholders and technical delivery teams, helping define requirements, improve processes, understand the systems and data implications and support the successful delivery of transformation initiatives. You’ll work across programmes that may include: • Enterprise technology transformation and digital platforms, • Data platform modernisation (data lakes, warehouses, pipelines), • AI and advanced analytics solutions, • SaaS implementations and enterprise system integrations, • Cloud platform adoption (Azure, AWS, GCP), • Digital product and customer experience initiatives, • This role suits someone who enjoys solving complex business, technology and data problems and working across multidisciplinary teams (on, near and off shore) to turn strategy into practical delivery. Understanding the challenges of managing teams across timezones and geography is essential to success. 🎯 What You’ll Do • Work with business stakeholders to understand challenges, objectives, and opportunities, • Facilitate workshops to gather requirements and shape solutions, • Translate business needs into clear functional requirements and user stories, • Support solution design in collaboration with architects, engineers, and product teams, • Systems design and improvement analysis – reviewing IT structures and platforms to identify inefficiencies, and create plans and requirements that match business strategic objectives, • Map and improve business processes to support technology and data transformation, • Data Collection & Management: Identifying, collecting, and moving data between various systems while ensuring its integrity., • Visualisation & Reporting: Creating dashboards, charts, and reports (using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel) to communicate findings to decision-makers., • Strategic Recommendations: Using insights to advise management on operational improvements, such as increasing efficiency or reducing, • Ensure alignment between business goals and technical delivery, • Support Agile delivery practices including backlog management and sprint planning, • Produce high-quality documentation including requirements, process maps, and solution designs, • Support testing, validation, and implementation activities, • Contribute to programme governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement 🧠 What We’re Looking For • 4–8+ years’ experience as a Business Analyst within technology or digital transformation programmes, • Experience working with technology platforms, data initiatives, or analytics solutions, • Strong stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills, • Ability to translate complex business needs into structured requirements, • Experience working within Agile or hybrid delivery environments, • Understanding of modern technology architectures, cloud platforms, or enterprise systems, • Experience working in consulting or client-facing environments is highly desirable, • Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of systems such as AWS, Data Bricks, ERP platforms, database structures and ideally some exposure to programming languages, • Analytical Thinking: A methodical and investigative mind to solve complex problems and interpret data correctly., • Communication: The ability to explain technical details and data findings in a clear, persuasive way to non-specialist audiences., • Strong analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills 🌟 Why Valcon • Work on complex transformation programmes spanning technology, data, and AI, • Join a fast-growing consultancy with strong European backing, • Combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, • Work alongside experts across consulting, engineering, data, and architecture, • Clear career progression into Senior Business Analyst, Lead BA, or Product / Delivery leadership roles, • Collaborative culture with real ownership and autonomy

We are a specialist recruitment agency partnering with a leading UK consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, mission-critical data centre projects across the UK and Europe. As the business continues to expand its footprint in hyperscale, colocation, and bespoke data centre sectors, we are seeking an experienced Associate Director in Building Services Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) to join their senior leadership team. This pivotal role offers a blend of technical leadership, business development, and strategic oversight across multidisciplinary data centre projects. We are inviting applications from senior Electrical or Mechanical Engineers with extensive experience in leading complex data centre projects, managing large teams, and driving business growth across UK and European markets. You will play a key role in setting strategic direction, delivering exceptional engineering solutions, and fostering client and stakeholder relationships at the highest levels. Key Responsibilities (Depending on Discipline) For Electrical Associate Directors: • Lead the electrical engineering strategy across hyperscale and colocation data centre projects in the UK and Europe, • Provide technical governance on power infrastructure including UPS, switchgear, generators, and standby systems, • Drive innovation in electrical design and adoption of new technologies, • Oversee project portfolios ensuring high standards of design quality, risk management, and compliance, • Act as a trusted advisor to clients and internal leadership on electrical systems and market trends For Mechanical Associate Directors: • Shape the mechanical engineering strategy for HVAC, cooling, and environmental systems across large data centres, • Champion energy efficiency, resilience, and sustainability in mechanical design, • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver integrated MEP solutions on complex projects, • Manage stakeholder engagement with clients, contractors, and regulators, • Mentor senior staff and promote continuous improvement in mechanical engineering practices For Both Roles: • Provide senior leadership on multi-disciplinary project delivery and business growth initiatives, • Lead business development efforts including proposal preparation, client presentations, and bid leadership, • Represent the consultancy at industry forums, conferences, and key client meetings across UK and Europe, • Drive culture and operational excellence within the engineering teams, • Support professional development and career progression pathways Requirements • Degree-qualified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or Building Services), • Chartered Engineer status (CEng) essential, • 10+ years of progressive experience in building services engineering with a minimum of 4 years at a senior leadership level, • Proven success delivering hyperscale, colocation, or mission-critical data centre projects across the UK and Europe, • Strong commercial acumen, client management, and business development skills, • Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic planning capabilities, • Ability to manage and inspire large, multidisciplinary teams What’s on Offer • Executive leadership role within a market-leading data centre consultancy, • Competitive executive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package, • Hybrid working, • Opportunity to influence the future of data centre engineering at scale, • Supportive environment fostering innovation, diversity, and professional growth, • Executive-Level Competitive Package + Benefits

DevSecOps Engineers – Mid to Lead Level Location: London Type: Permanent Working Pattern: 4xFlex, 37.5 hours per week We are currently working with a client in the Defence and Security sector who are expanding their London-based team and are looking to hire DevSecOps Engineers with a strong focus on Infrastructure Engineering, across mid to lead level. This opportunity supports a range of programmes across the Defence, Cyber and Intelligence domains, delivering secure, scalable and high-performing infrastructure solutions within mission-critical environments. A key requirement for this position is the ability to obtain and maintain high-level security clearance. If you do not currently hold this, support will be provided throughout the application process. The Role: As a DevSecOps Engineer with an Infrastructure Engineering focus, you will play a central role in the design, integration, administration and security of systems and applications. You will be responsible for building and maintaining scalable, reliable and secure infrastructure, ensuring it supports complex and evolving technical environments. You will work within a multi-disciplined team, collaborating across engineering and delivery functions to integrate and deploy features effectively. Depending on your level of experience, you will either contribute to infrastructure delivery (mid-level) or take on additional responsibility for technical ownership, decision-making and guiding engineering activities (lead level). This role spans the full systems lifecycle, offering exposure to architecture, design, deployment, support, migration and decommissioning activities. You will also have the opportunity to work across Public, Private and Hybrid Cloud environments, helping to optimise performance, scalability and security. Key Responsibilities: • Design, build, deploy and manage a broad range of IT infrastructure aligned to customer requirements, • Apply infrastructure engineering best practices to ensure systems are scalable, reliable and secure, • Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and supporting scripts, integrating these into CI/CD pipelines and wider toolchains, • Drive automation and repeatability across infrastructure deployments and system integration, • Deliver full end-to-end systems lifecycle management, from initial architecture and design through to deployment, support, migration and decommissioning, • Support the integration and delivery of large and complex solutions within wider system-of-systems environments, • Contribute to integration, testing and deployment activities to ensure optimal performance and reliability, • Undertake deployments across Public, Private and Hybrid Cloud environments, identifying constraints and optimising infrastructure performance and security, • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful delivery of infrastructure solutions within DevSecOps frameworks Skills & Experience: • Strong experience within DevSecOps environments, working within Agile methodologies (SCRUM, Sprints), • Experience using tools such as Jira and Confluence for planning and collaboration, • Proficiency in Windows and Linux systems administration, including technologies such as Active Directory, • Experience with virtualisation technologies and concepts, including VMware vSphere, ARIA Ops performance monitoring and NSX (software-defined networking), • Experience configuring and managing web proxy servers (e.g. Squid), • Strong experience with automation technologies including Terraform, Ansible and Packer for complex builds, • Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins), • Understanding of Git-based version control (Git, Bitbucket, GitLab), including integration and branching strategies, • Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, • Experience with scripting languages including PowerShell and Bash, • Experience using Python, • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including IPv4 addressing and routing, • Experience with logging and monitoring tools such as Zabbix and Splunk, • Understanding of cloud technologies and concepts, particularly AWS Certification (Desirable): AWS Certification / CCNA Certification / Oracle Java Certification / ISTQB Certification / OSCP Certification / Linux Administration (RHCSA or RHCE) / Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate / Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation (EX407) / Terraform / Associate Certification PLEASE NOTE: eDV clearance is required to start. The process can take up to 18 months

MEP BIM Modeler - UAE We are building a talent pipeline and are interested in connecting with potential candidates for future opportunities. This posting is to gather expressions of interest for upcoming roles. This role is based on-site in the UAE and will require relocation. Who we are! ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.L.C. (ALEC), part of ICD, is a leading GCC construction company known for delivering complex, high-profile projects. With 20+ years of experience, ALEC builds across sectors including airports, hospitality, retail, and high-rises In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation’s most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions. ALEMCO provides integrated MEP and facilities services that power some of the region’s most ambitious developments. From electrical systems to long-term maintenance, we focus on technical reliability and sustainable performance - supported by an inclusive and skilled team with a passion for engineering excellence. Why Join Us? As a BIM Modeler, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming design information into precise 3D models and construction documents. You’ll support our field operations with shop drawings, schedules, and coordinated data, driving project accuracy and collaboration forward. At ALEMCO, we’re about more than just building iconic structures - we’re about building exceptional careers. As a trusted partner to some of the region’s most ambitious projects, we value innovation, operational excellence, and our people. Join us to deliver Project Planning and Controls initiatives that directly shape our business success, from sourcing candidates to enhancing candidate experiences. Your Role • Review tender and IFC information (2D drawings, BIM models, asset data) per ISO19650 standards, • Create and maintain Revit-based BIM models, including GA plans, sections, diagrams, and schedules, • Perform clash detection and support clash avoidance coordination, • Maintain clean, healthy BIM models following industry best practices, • Update and revise models/documents based on RFIs, design changes, and site instructions, • Identify inconsistencies in contract documents and flag them appropriately, • Assist with as-built documentation and handover preparation, • Work collaboratively in shared environments (CDE), supporting both internal and external teams, • Follow project standards, templates, protocols, and document control procedures, • Provide accurate technical responses to site queries and requests What We’re Looking For • Technical Diploma in Architecture, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, • Minimum 3 years of BIM experience on construction projects, • Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD, • Familiarity with CDE platforms and coordination tools (Revizto, Navisworks), • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, • Understanding of BIM principles and workflows, • Strong written and spoken English skills What We Offer • Total package of salary, UAE Employment Visa, Medical Insurance & Annual ticket allowance., • The chance to contribute to some of the UAE's most iconic projects., • A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence., • Opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Ready to Lead? If you’re inspired by what you’ve read and believe you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. Join ALEMCO and shape the future of infrastructure delivery in the UAE. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.

A leading London-based façade contractor is continuing its rapid growth and is seeking a skilled Estimator & Bid Specialist to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with façade experience who wants to work on a variety of projects and contribute directly to business growth. About the Role You will play a key role in producing competitive, accurate bids and tenders across new build and refurbishment projects. Working with a broad range of façade systems—including cladding, curtain walling, glazing, architectural metalwork, windows, doors, and SFS—you will support both technical and commercial aspects of tendering. You will work primarily from the London office or 2 days in London and 2 days in Hertfordshire, with remote work available every Friday. Key Responsibilities Bid & Estimating • Produce accurate tender submissions, cost plans, and structured pricing documents., • Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to define scope and identify risks., • Complete detailed take-offs, build-ups, and quantity assessments., • Identify opportunities for value engineering and efficiencies., • Issue enquiries and manage quotations from suppliers and subcontractors., • Check compliance, scope accuracy, and competitiveness of received quotes., • Benchmark costs and support procurement alignment with tender strategies., • Coordinate internal contributions from technical, design, commercial, and operations teams., • Manage tender deadlines and ensure all documentation is complete and accurate., • Support or lead tender presentations and post-tender meetings., • Review contract documents before award and highlight any concerns., • Ensure all assumptions, risks, and scope boundaries are documented., • Support smooth handovers to operational teams., • Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement activities. Essential Skills & Experience • Experience with façade systems (e.g., curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, glazing, windows/doors, architectural metalwork, SFS)., • Strong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation., • Proven experience in estimating, take-offs, and detailed cost build-ups., • Strong commercial awareness and understanding of risk, margin, prelims, and value engineering., • Ability to manage multiple tenders with accuracy and attention to detail., • Professional communication skills and confidence engaging with clients, suppliers, and internal teams., • Organised, proactive, analytical, and able to work independently., • Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in estimating or commercial roles in construction., • Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Desirable • Knowledge of JCT, NEC, and UK contract frameworks., • Understanding of CWCT and façade testing requirements., • Experience using estimating/take-off tools (e.g., Bluebeam, PlanSwift, CostX, Autodesk Takeoff)., • Strong Excel capability and experience with bid management/CRM systems., • Experience contributing to bid quality narratives or mentoring junior staff. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary (£40k–£45k) + performance bonus., • Support for professional development and progression into Bid or Commercial Management., • Friendly, diverse, and modern office environment., • Direct in-person training and ongoing support., • Company pension scheme., • 22 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown., • Onsite gym, Perk Box, virtual GP service., • Onsite parking, casual-smart dress code, great in-house coffee and snacks., • Paid day off on your birthday. Working Pattern • Monday–Thursday: In-person (London office, or mix of London & Hertfordshire)., • Friday: Remote (Teams)., • 6-month probation period., • Travel to sites, suppliers, and client meetings as required. Despite our best efforts it is not always possible to respond to every application individually due to the high volume of responses we receive on each vacancy Only candidates who are short listed will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume that you have not be successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume that you have not be successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will contact you when other suitable positions come in.

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do The Account & Commercial Marketing Specialist supports the strategy and execution for BCG’s Account Based Marketing (ABM) program for BCG’s high-priority client accounts. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Account & Commercial Marketing, this role will collaborate with account teams, practice area marketers, regional marketing, and cross-functional digital experts to bring personalized, insight-driven campaigns to life. You'll support campaign execution, track marketing performance, and contribute to team operations. This role is a great fit for someone looking to grow their B2B marketing skillset, deepen their understanding of account-based marketing (ABM), and work cross-functionally within a collaborative, fast-paced environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Campaign Coordination & Execution: You’ll play a key role in coordinating impactful campaigns for our most strategic clients, helping deliver personalized marketing that supports commercial growth and strengthens client relationships. • Assist with the onboarding process for new accounts: data validation, goal-setting, campaign strategy, and launch., • Support the planning and delivery of ABM campaigns for priority accounts (1:1, 1:Few, and 1:Many)., • Collaborate with senior team members to create and maintain campaign timelines and checklists., • Coordinate internal reviews of campaign materials, ensuring feedback is captured and incorporated., • Help ensure campaign assets meet brand and quality standards. Marketing Insights & Reporting: You’ll help the team and stakeholders understand how marketing efforts are influencing business outcomes by turning marketing data into actionable insights that guide strategic decisions. • Collaborate with analytics and operations teams to strengthen attribution models and program impact analysis., • Gather and organize marketing performance data (e.g., engagement rates, email opens, account insights)., • Help create clear and compelling performance summaries using PowerPoint or Tableau dashboards., • Maintain campaign dashboard and account weekly alerts in partnership with analytics team members. Tools, Platforms & Processes: BCG leverages a robust MarTech stack to power our ABM efforts. You’ll ensure we’re using our tools to their fullest potential and creating scalable systems for long-term success. • Gain familiarity and proficiency with BCG's ABM tools, including Marketo, Demandbase, Salesforce, and Tableau., • Maintain ABM email folders and templates in Marketo to reflect Global Email Marketing best practices., • Document scalable processes and best practices to streamline execution and knowledge-sharing across teams., • Partner with Enablement, Automation, and Insights teams to pilot new tools and drive innovation., • Act as a connector across functions—building strong relationships and embedding ABM best practices across the organization. Team Support & Collaboration: You’ll contribute to a culture of teaming and knowledge sharing, helping ensure our campaigns are delivered efficiently and in close partnership with stakeholders across the business. • Schedule and help facilitate account planning or campaign check-in meetings., • Partner closely with ABM Managers and other collaborators, including practice area marketers and operations support., • Contribute ideas in team meetings and proactively suggest ways to improve execution. What You'll Bring You have the aptitude and skills to help drive and scale ABM at BCG in a way that is aligned with BCG’s business goals and unique go-to-market approach. You thrive by collaborating with teams across the organization, working in a lean and agile way to implement BCG’s Account & Commercial Marketing vision and strategy. You are a… • Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and storytelling skills., • Confident communicator who builds trust and alignment across diverse stakeholders., • Comfortable supporting strategic direction while executing day-to-day tasks with detail and care., • Proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-moving, matrixed environments. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree – degree in marketing or communications preferred, • 2-4 years of experience in B2B marketing, • Clear written and verbal communication skills—able to bring clarity, creativity, and energy to complex topics., • A team-first mindset with curiosity and eagerness to learn., • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines., • Familiarity with ABM and Martech tools (Marketo, Demandbase, Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Nav, Tableau, etc.) Who You'll Work With You will be a critical team member in BCG’s Marketing function, collaborating across global Marketing, Marketing Technology, and Practice Areas, while supporting BCG accounts and client teams. Your days will be spent working with all levels of the BCG organization, including Managing Directors and Partners (and their account teams, support staff, and assistants), Marketing Directors, and peers. You also may work some with external vendors. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.\n BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.

SEN Teacher - Kingston (September 2026) We are recruiting an experienced and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a welcoming a SEN school in Kingston, with an immediate start available. This vibrant and inclusive school is dedicated to meeting the individual needs of pupils with a range of special educational needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering personalised learning, creating a supportive classroom environment, and helping pupils develop both academically and emotionally. Role details: • Full-time, term-time position Immediate start * Supportive leadership team and strong multi-disciplinary collaboration * Access to excellent resources and specialist support Key responsibilities: * Planning and delivering differentiated lessons tailored to individual EHCPs * Creating a structured, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment * Monitoring progress and adapting teaching strategies to support pupil outcomes * Working closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, and external professionals * Supporting pupils' emotional regulation, confidence, and independence What we're looking for: * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent * Experience teaching pupils with SEN, ideally within a primary or SEN setting * A calm, patient, and empathetic teaching approach * Strong classroom management and communication skills * A genuine commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated primary SEN school where you will make a meaningful and lasting impact on children's learning and development.

Job Type: Full-TimeSalary: Additional Benefits Senior Radioactive Waste Specialist Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: £47,800 to £75,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience). Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Radioactive Waste Specialist at AWE, you will provide expert leadership and technical guidance for the management of radioactive waste across the organisation. You will define the standards, functional requirements, and strategic direction for radioactive waste, ensuring consistent interpretation of legislation and policy while maintaining essential environmental permitting responsibilities. As a first‑level leader, you will support and motivate your team of Waste Officers, championing a culture of inclusion, continuous improvement, and high standards in safety, security, and environmental performance. You will be responsible for ensuring waste generators and waste routes remain compliant with regulatory and company requirements, managing authorisations, and overseeing inspection and auditing programmes. The role includes developing and maintaining competent Waste Officer capability, driving sustainable waste management improvements, and providing authoritative technical advice to internal stakeholders. You will also act as a key interface with regulators such as the ONR and EA, ensuring effective communication, operational learning, and robust governance across all waste‑related activities Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: * A degree in an engineering or scientific discipline enhanced by experience or post-graduate qualification; or equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and/or experience. * Significant experience working in a responsible role within radioactive waste management or waste regulatory field. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: * Detailed knowledge of UK and European radioactive waste legislation, standards and guidelines and those systems that exist to enable industry to comply. * Knowledge of the Environmental Management System and the requirements of ISO 14001. * Knowledge of health and safety requirements appropriate to the job * Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and experience of dealing with different levels of stakeholder * Experience of Line Management and Matrix Management of Staff. You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: * 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. * Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). * Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. * Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. * Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. * Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). * Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. * Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically, 3 or 4 days onsite per week. #LI-ZB1

Your new companyThis is an opportunity to step into a senior role within one of the UK's most respected multidisciplinary consultancies. For over four decades, their Building Surveying division has delivered exceptional work across the social housing sector - and they're not slowing down.The team has achieved double-digit growth for five consecutive years, driven by long-standing client relationships, a reputation for quality, and a culture that genuinely empowers its people.Now, they're looking for an ambitious Senior Building Surveyor who's ready to take the next step toward leadership.As a Senior Building Surveyor, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality consultancy services to a diverse social housing client base. You'll be trusted to lead projects, support junior colleagues, and act as a key client interface. You will be involved in: • Contract administration across a range of refurbishment and maintenance schemes, • Preparing detailed specifications and schedules of work, • Managing client relationships and representing the consultancy with confidence, • Providing technical expertise across building pathology, compliance, and project delivery, • Experience working within a consultancy environment, • Strong capability in contract administration, spec writing, and client-facing delivery, • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, • The confidence to lead projects and mentor others, • Experience within the social housing sector (highly advantageous), • A stable, established team with 40+ years of sector expertise, • A high-performing environment with consistent year-on-year growth, • Genuine progression into leadership roles, • A collaborative culture that values autonomy and professional development, • A strong pipeline of social housing projects with long-term clients Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Property Surveyor - North West LondonSalary: £49.526- £52,132 Location: NW London (Regional patch, field-based with hybrid/agile working) Contract: Permanent Driving licence required About the Role We're looking for an experienced Property Surveyor to take ownership of complex building diagnostics, damp & mould cases, disrepair, and a wide range of repair and replacement works from first inspection through to completion. This is a varied, autonomous role covering a regional patch, where you'll provide expert technical guidance, building pathology insight, and end-to-end case management. You'll work closely with customers, contractors, legal partners and internal teams to ensure every case is handled professionally, accurately and in line with regulatory, technical and safety standards. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Diagnose and manage property defects, disrepair, damp & mould cases and larger or complex works., • Lead on building pathology assessments and produce high-quality technical reports, including Scott Schedules where needed., • Manage pre, post and in-progress inspections ensuring works are completed to agreed standards, policies and legal obligations., • Liaise with customers, delivery partners, colleagues, and, on occasion, legal professionals to resolve issues and progress cases., • Review home improvement requests, party wall matters, adaptation requests, and ensure asset protection., • Support technical decision-making around planned works, replacements and component improvements., • Work with voids colleagues to scope and agree work specifications aligned with letting standards. Skills & Experience • Strong experience diagnosing building defects, damp & mould, and property disrepair., • Knowledge of housing-related regulation and legal frameworks, including Disrepair Protocol., • Experience producing detailed inspection and technical reports., • Surveying qualification or clear progression toward professional competency., • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and customer-facing skills., • Ability to manage a busy, varied caseload across a regional patch., • A strong grasp of building pathology and the ability to translate findings into clear actions., • A proactive approach to problem-solving and safety. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in improving property quality, safety and customer experience across a diverse regional estate. If you enjoy diagnosing complex building issues, taking ownership of cases, and influencing long-term asset standards, this role offers meaningful impact and genuine professional autonomy.Please contact for more information, or click apply now! Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

🚀 Junior Training & Onboarding Specialist (SaaS) 📍 London - Hybrid I’m currently partnering with a highly respected, fast-growing SaaS and digital services organisation to recruit a Junior Training & Onboarding Specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at an early stage in their career to gain hands-on experience in customer training, onboarding, and SaaS delivery within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Opportunity You’ll join a close-knit team focused on delivering an excellent customer experience, helping new and existing users confidently adopt a market-leading software platform. Working alongside experienced training professionals and cross-functional teams (including product, development, and customer support), you’ll play a key role in delivering engaging training and supporting onboarding activities. Training is primarily delivered remotely, with occasional in-person sessions. Key Responsibilities • Support the preparation and delivery of onboarding sessions and customer training, • Deliver engaging training sessions (mainly virtual), • Assist in creating training materials such as guides, presentations, and onboarding resources, • Coordinate training schedules and logistics, • Capture and share customer feedback to improve the training experience, • Support user testing of new features to ensure training readiness, • Assist with onboarding processes and gradually take on more responsibility, • Help maintain accurate documentation and user guides About You • Keen to start or grow a career in training, onboarding, or customer success, • Comfortable presenting to small groups, or motivated to build confidence, • Strong communication skills (written and verbal), • Well-organised, proactive, and reliable, • Curious about technology and user experience, • A team player who enjoys collaborating across different functions What’s on Offer • Hands-on experience in a growing SaaS environment, • Ongoing support and mentorship, • Clear progression into more senior training/onboarding roles, • Exposure to product development, user research, and the full software lifecycle

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Façade Designer to join a growing external envelope specialist based in London. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and technical delivery of façade packages across a range of commercial and residential developments. You will be responsible for producing detailed façade designs and coordinating with internal and external project teams to ensure systems are delivered in line with project specifications and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: • Produce detailed façade design drawings and technical details., • Develop construction, fabrication, and installation drawings., • Work on façade systems including rainscreen cladding, curtain walling, glazing systems, and SFS framing., • Liaise with architects, structural engineers, contractors, and project teams., • Ensure façade systems meet technical, structural, and fire performance requirements., • Review architectural drawings and translate them into buildable façade solutions., • Support project teams with technical queries during installation., • Participate in design meetings and coordination reviews. Requirements: • Experience working as a Façade Designer, Cladding Designer, or Envelope Designer., • Strong knowledge of façade systems such as:, • Curtain walling, • Rainscreen cladding, • Aluminium façade systems, • Steel framing systems (SFS), • Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit experience desirable)., • Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings., • Good understanding of UK building regulations and façade performance requirements. Desirable: • Experience working with façade contractors or specialist envelope companies., • Knowledge of façade testing and performance standards., • Experience working on large-scale commercial or residential developments.

Senior Compliance Manager - Projects Retail Savings & Investments FinTech Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days office, 3 days WFH per week) Salary: To c£100k + bonus (to 20%) What’s in it for you? A chance to be at the forefront of business strategy for a leading retail investment FinTech, providing Compliance support on key business projects and strategic initiatives. You’ll play a key role in the planning, launch and oversight of new products and services for this hugely innovative firm. This could also provide the ideal opportunity to move from Consultancy into an in-house role, a transition that’s not been easy given current market conditions. You’ll also be working for a business with a fantastic reputation as an employer; in fact, it’s one of the highest rated employers in the UK, praised for its leadership, its people and its culture. You’ll also find that Compliance sits at the heart of everything the business does. It really is a business that puts Compliance at its heart and strongly believes in Compliance by design. And there’s a flexible working model with just 2 days a week in the firm’s London office. What you’ll be doing You’ll be the Compliance lead for complex cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives, providing robust, pragmatic regulatory advice and challenge to new business models, product concepts and technological innovation from inception. You’ll also make recommendations on enhancements to existing core processes, governance and product oversight and play a key role in their implementation. You’ll conduct proactive horizon scanning and assessment of emerging regulations and market trends relevant to the business, ensuring the firm is prepared for future regulatory change. What you’ll need You’ll be an experienced Compliance specialist with strong experience of working in a Retail Investments environment and will be very familiar with the regulatory requirements impacting the sector, including MiFID II, COBS, PROD, Consumer Duty etc. You’ll also have a proven track record of supporting business projects and providing advice and challenge to senior management. Interested? Click apply. Not got an up to date CV? Don’t worry, you can always give me (Mark) a call on 0121 274 0357 for an informal chat or email me at . We’ll pick it up from there.

Senior Operations Lead (Central Operations) Location: London SE1 (Hybrid – min. 2 days in office) Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 About Us At Lean Kitchen Network (LKN), we're not just making food — we're redefining the culinary landscape. We partner with global brands like Twisted, Heinz, Doritos, PepsiCo, and Unilever to create and scale innovative food concepts. With 300+ locations across the UK, we work with kitchen operators, hotels, universities, and retailers to turn everyday spaces into high-performing food destinations. We’re now entering our next phase of growth — building the systems, data infrastructure, and operational engine to scale faster and smarter. The Role We’re looking for a Senior Operations Lead to sit at the centre of the business — owning how we use data, systems, and processes to drive performance. This is a high-impact, generalist role that blends operations, commercial thinking, and data. You’ll work across supply chain, partner performance, onboarding, and central reporting — while also helping us build a more scalable, tech-enabled operation. This role is ideal for someone who is: • Operationally strong, • Commercially aware, • Curious about data, automation, and AI, • Excited to build and improve systems in a scaling business What You’ll Be Responsible For Operations & Performance • Drive operational performance across our network of partners, brands, and sites, • Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve revenue and margin, • Support rollout and onboarding of new sites and initiatives, • Own and evolve central reporting across the business, • Build and/or manage dashboards (e.g. Looker Studio, Power BI), • Translate data into clear insights and actions for internal teams, • Define what should be tracked — KPIs, benchmarks, and performance frameworks, • Identify and implement better systems and processes across the business, • Improve operational workflows to support scaling to hundreds of locations, • Lead continuous improvement projects across operations and supply chain, • Identify opportunities to introduce automation and AI into workflows, • Explore tools such as AI agents, automated reporting, and process automation, • Help the business become more efficient through smarter use of technology Leadership & Collaboration • Work closely with the Operations Director and senior leadership team, • Help define priorities and execute key strategic projects, • Manage stakeholders across partners, suppliers, and internal teams, • Manage and guide data/analyst resource(s) What We’re Looking For • Experience in a senior or mid-senior operations role (hospitality, food, retail, or similar fast-paced environments), • Strong commercial instincts — you understand what drives revenue and margin, • Comfortable working with data, dashboards, and performance metrics, • Experience with tools like Looker Studio, Power BI, Excel, or similar, • Systems thinker — you enjoy improving how things work, not just running them, • Interest in automation, AI, and using technology to improve operations, • Able to operate as a generalist across multiple areas (ops, supply chain, data, onboarding), • Strong communicator with the ability to influence and align teams, • Hands-on, pragmatic, and comfortable in a scaling business Important Note on the Role We recognise this role covers a broad scope — including data, systems, and emerging technology. While we don’t expect a deep specialist in every area, we are looking for someone who: • Understands how these pieces fit together, • Can lead, prioritise, and problem-solve across them, • Is excited to learn and build in a fast-moving environment Why Join LKN? • Be part of one of the UK’s fastest-growing food platform businesses, • Work with globally recognised brands and major partners, • Play a key role in shaping how we scale the business, • High ownership, high autonomy, and real impact, • Opportunity to build future-facing capabilities (data, automation, AI) If you’re excited by building systems, improving performance, and helping scale a modern food business — we’d love to hear from you.

The Role: Legal Counsel The Client: Specialist Bank The Location: London A fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative Legal team within an impressive financial services group. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented lawyer to use their generalist property skillset within an in-house setting. You will play a key role in advising the business on mortgages, real estate, and wider banking matters. The Role: • Advising the Business on all regulations (and changes in regulation) in relation to Residential, Buy-to-let and Mortgage laws, • Working on general real estate & secured lending matters, • Drafting product terms and other documentation, • Troubleshooting for all legal and operational issues with other business teams, • Assisting the Group General Counsel, Group Heads of Legal & Company Secretary with other legal matters whereby appropriate Prior Experience: • 0- 3 years PQE England and Wales Qualified Lawyer with experience across Residential and Commercial Property transactions, • An understanding of the laws and regulations surrounding mortgages is a must

Pitch/Bid Specialist - One Of The Best US Law Firms - Permanent Working for one of the leading US law firms, this firm has won an array of awards in recent years and has an incredibly impressive client list. Renowned for being market leaders within Corporate, Private Equity, Litigation, and M&A. They are looking to add a Pitch Specialist to their London BD/Marketing team - headed up by the London based BD Director. This role will see you focus on one of the firms' international offices. You will play a critical role in crafting compelling, client-focused proposals and presentations that help lawyers win high-value work across international markets. You will collaborate closely with Partners, Business Development teams, and Marketing colleagues to shape persuasive narratives that showcase the firm’s expertise and competitive edge. This role includes some of the following responsibilities: • Lead the development of high-impact pitches, RFIs, and RFP responses., • Partner with lawyers and BD teams to develop tailored client messaging and strategy., • Translate complex legal capabilities into clear, persuasive content., • Manage multiple pitch projects in a fast-moving environment., • Analyse feedback and results to continuously improve pitch strategy. The firm are offering a strong remuneration package whilst having a hybrid working policy of 4 days in the office. They are open to meeting candidates from a legal or professional services background.

Head of Credit Specialist Property Lender | London An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Head of Credit to join one of the most exciting new lenders entering the UK property finance market. This lender has an established and highly successful international presence, including a £1.8 billion property lending platform in Sydney, and is now expanding into London. Backed by significant institutional funding from major American banks, the business is positioned to rapidly become a major force within the UK specialist lending market. This is a rare opportunity to join a lender at an early stage and play a key role in shaping the credit function of a fast-growing specialist lender. The Role The Head of Credit will take responsibility for advising the Credit Committee and overseeing the full credit function across development and bridging finance transactions. This role will suit a highly technical credit professional with deep experience in development finance and bridging finance, who can operate at a senior strategic level while also maintaining strong involvement in complex deal structuring. Typical transactions will range up to £30m, with the capability to support significantly larger deals. The successful candidate will play a key role in building frameworks, shaping credit processes and supporting the growth of the lending platform as the UK business scales. Key Responsibilities • Advising the Credit Committee on all aspects of the credit function, • Leading the assessment and approval of development finance and bridging transactions, • Providing detailed credit analysis on complex lending structures, • Supporting the structuring of transactions alongside originations teams, • Reviewing and managing the existing loan portfolio, including restructures and potential defaults, • Establishing and refining credit frameworks, processes and underwriting standards, • Supporting the development of the UK lending platform as the business grows, • Working closely with originations to ensure efficient transaction flow, • Over time, building and managing a credit team Candidate Profile • 8–10+ years’ experience in property finance credit roles, • Strong experience in development finance and bridging finance, • Previous experience as a Head of Credit, Credit Director or senior credit professional, • Strong technical underwriting and structuring ability, • Experience sitting on or advising Credit Committees, • Experience managing complex transactions, • Strong understanding of commercial real estate lending, • A collaborative and respectful leadership style Package • Base Salary: £150,000 – £170,000 (depending on experience), • Bonus: Discretionary, • Holiday: 25 days, increasing annually up to 30 days, • Pension: 5% employer contribution, • Private Medical: Bupa (cover for employee + 50% spouse cover), • Death in Service: 4x salary, • Critical Illness Cover, • Working Pattern: 4 days in the office / 1 day from home

Overview A leading international professional services firm is looking to hire experienced professionals to join a specialist advisory team supporting insurance organisations undergoing regulatory, structural and strategic change. The team works with insurers across the UK and Europe on complex projects involving regulatory approvals, legal entity restructuring, and operational readiness for newly established or reorganised insurance businesses. This role would suit candidates with strong insurance regulatory, restructuring, or transformation experience gained within consulting, a regulatory body, or within the insurance industry itself. The Role You will play a key role in delivering large and complex projects for insurance clients, supporting regulatory change, organisational restructuring and strategic transformation programmes. Typical engagements may include: • Supporting insurers in establishing new regulated entities or branches within the UK or European markets., • Advising on legal entity restructuring initiatives, including mergers, reorganisations and business transfers., • Assisting with regulatory approval processes and preparation of documentation required for supervisory authorities., • Supporting insurers undergoing M&A activity, including regulatory due diligence and post-transaction integration planning., • Designing target operating models and implementation plans for newly structured or restructured insurance businesses., • Coordinating cross‑functional specialists across areas such as regulatory compliance, finance, tax, operations, technology and actuarial. Key Responsibilities • Lead workstreams within large transformation or regulatory change programmes., • Manage client relationships and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders., • Oversee project delivery including planning, resourcing, budgeting and quality of deliverables., • Work closely with multi‑disciplinary teams across different jurisdictions., • Contribute to proposals and support the development of new client opportunities., • Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the practice. Candidate Profile We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: • Insurance regulatory advisory or supervisory engagement., • Establishment of regulated insurance entities, branches or licences., • Corporate restructuring within the insurance sector., • Regulatory aspects of insurance mergers, acquisitions or business transfers., • Large transformation programmes impacting insurance operating models or governance structures. Successful candidates will typically demonstrate: • Strong understanding of insurance regulation, governance and risk management frameworks., • Proven project management and programme delivery experience., • Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments., • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams on complex projects. What This Role Offers • Exposure to high-profile insurance transformation and regulatory projects, • Opportunities to work with senior leadership within major insurance organisations, • A collaborative environment with strong professional development opportunities, • Involvement in complex cross-border engagements across the UK and Europe

Hospital Planner (Consultancy) Locations: London (ideal), Birmingham, Oxford, or Reading Seniority: Associate (ideal) to Associate Director Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Hybrid The Opportunity: Sentinel is working with a well-established consultancy that is looking to hire a Hospital/Healthcare Planner into their growing team. This is a key hire due to project demand and a rare opportunity to join a specialist team working at the forefront of UK healthcare transformation and major hospital programmes. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you’ll take ownership of projects, lead workstreams, and play a visible role with senior stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Leading healthcare planning & strategy engagements end-to-end, • Demand & capacity modelling, • Clinical/service planning, • Strategic & outline business cases (SOC/OBC), • Healthcare facility planning & briefing, • Supporting major hospital programmes (including NHP-aligned projects), • Running clinical stakeholder workshops and engagement sessions, • Reviewing/coordinating designs, layouts, and equipment planning, • Acting as a trusted advisor to NHS and private clients, • Contributing to bids, proposals, and winning new work Skills/Experience: • Consultancy background, • Time spent in an NHS Trust/public sector planning environment, • Strong experience in healthcare strategy/planning/infrastructure, • Strong understanding of hospital planning & clinical workflows, • Experience working on business cases (SOC/OBC), • Exposure to the New Hospital Programme (NHP) (desirable) Why Join? • Work on high-profile UK hospital programmes currently being reset and reshaped, • Strong exposure to international healthcare projects, • Clear pathway to Associate Director (often within 1–2 years), • Join a growing, well-regarded team with strong market reputation, • Opportunity to broaden into healthcare transformation projects, • Hybrid working (London or Birmingham base preferred), • Some flexibility on location for the right person, • Collaborative team environment (not a lone contributor role).

Medical Affairs Lead – Aesthetics We are recruiting a Medical Affairs Lead – Aesthetics to provide senior medical leadership across the UK & Ireland aesthetics portfolio for a leading pharmaceutical organisation. This is a high‑impact role working closely with Commercial and Marketing teams, combining scientific expertise with pragmatic, solution‑focused collaboration. You’ll play a key role in shaping medical strategy, driving data generation, engaging external experts, and leading a small team in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment. The Role • Act as the Medical Lead for Aesthetics, providing medical and scientific leadership to the business, • Partner closely with Commercial and Marketing teams to support compliant, high‑quality activity, • Provide practical guidance on compliance, enabling solutions rather than blocking progress, • Lead medical affairs activities including research studies, data generation, expert engagement, and publications, • Plan and deliver Advisory Boards (typically 3–4 per year), including full‑day expert meetings, • Lead two direct reports, with responsibility for coaching, development, and performance, • Build and sustain a high‑performance, collaborative medical culture About You • Specialist experience in either Medical Affairs or Aesthetics, • Doctor or Pharmacist background strongly preferred; GMC registration highly desirable, • Confident working cross‑functionally with senior stakeholders, • Comfortable leading experienced subject‑matter experts, • Proactive, resilient, and willing to challenge constructively, • Hands‑on, accountable, and commercially aware, • Final Medical Signatory experience not required; training can be provided Why Join? • Fast‑growing aesthetics business with strong momentum, • Agile, collaborative culture where decisions are made and implemented, • High visibility role with genuine scope to shape and influence, • Supportive leadership with a strong coaching mindset

Head of Sales R&D Tax Technology Platform | London (Hybrid) The Opportunity A fast-growing technology company operating in the R&D tax advisory space is seeking a Head of Sales to lead and build its commercial function. The business has spent several years developing a sophisticated software platform designed to transform how R&D tax relief claims are prepared and managed by advisory firms and accountancy practices. The platform significantly reduces the time and complexity involved in preparing claims while improving accuracy and compliance. Following a successful development phase, the company is now entering a major commercial growth stage, with an initial focus on the UK market and future plans to expand internationally into markets such as North America and other established R&D incentive jurisdictions. This is a high-impact role where the successful candidate will take sole full ownership of the sales function and play a central role in bringing a genuinely innovative product to market. Role Overview Our client is looking for a commercially driven and entrepreneurial Head of Sales to build and lead the sales strategy. This role would suit someone with strong connections in the R&D advisory ecosystem, such as experience in: • R&D tax consultancy, • Business development within R&D advisory firms, • Sales roles serving accountancy practices or specialist advisory firms The successful candidate will be the first dedicated sales hire, with significant autonomy to develop the go-to-market strategy and build early commercial traction. Candidates with an established network across the R&D tax, innovation advisory, or specialist accountancy sectors will be particularly well positioned to succeed. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement a sales strategy to introduce the platform to R&D consultancies and specialist accountancy firms., • Leverage an existing professional network to generate early pipeline and accelerate market adoption., • Identify potential clients and understand their operational challenges around claim preparation., • Demonstrate how the platform improves efficiency, compliance and workflow management., • Manage the entire sales cycle, from initial engagement through to negotiation and closing., • Support client onboarding following contract signature, ensuring customers successfully adopt the platform., • Build strong long-term relationships and act as the primary commercial contact for clients., • Provide market insight and customer feedback to inform product development and roadmap planning., • Represent the business at industry events, conferences and networking forums. Candidate Requirements • Proven experience in sales or business development within the R&D tax advisory, innovation consultancy, or adjacent professional services sector., • An established network of contacts within the R&D ecosystem that can be leveraged to generate opportunities., • Demonstrable success meeting or exceeding B2B sales targets., • Comfortable operating in a stand-alone sales leadership role with high levels of autonomy., • Strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills., • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment., • Based within commuting distance of central London, with hybrid working expected., • Willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events when required. Desirable Experience • Experience using CRM systems (e.g. HubSpot or similar)., • Familiarity with LinkedIn as a business development channel., • Experience reporting sales performance and pipeline updates to senior leadership. What’s on Offer • The opportunity to lead the commercial growth of a specialist technology platform., • Significant autonomy to shape the sales strategy and market positioning., • Direct access to a founding team and senior leadership., • The chance to play a key role in a rapidly evolving sector undergoing significant regulatory and technological change.

Partner Opportunity – Real Estate Litigation Leading National Law Firm | Strategic Growth Role We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Litigation Partner to join a leading national law firm at a pivotal stage of growth. This is a standout opportunity for a senior litigator who wants more than just a platform — it’s a chance to build, shape and lead a team, drive strategy, and develop a best-in-class real estate disputes practice within a highly respected national firm. This role is ideal for a partner (or senior legal director/consultant with partner ambitions) who combines technical excellence, commercial acumen, and leadership capability, and who is motivated by growing a practice and mentoring talent. 🔹 The Opportunity You will play a central role in developing and expanding the firm’s real estate litigation offering, with full support to: • Build and lead a dedicated team, • Develop client relationships and referral networks, • Shape the strategic direction of the practice, • Grow market presence nationally You and your team will handle a broad, high-quality caseload including: Transactional & Development Disputes • Sale/purchase and joint venture agreement disputes, • Construction of leases, • Service charge disputes, • Construction disputes, • Rights of way, easements (prescriptive and express), • Boundary disputes and neighbour disputes, • Restrictive covenants, • Proprietary estoppel, • Adverse possession and trespass, • Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 matters, • Business lease renewals and terminations, • Forfeiture, • Break notices, • Dilapidations, • Breach of covenant, • Tenant insolvency, • Residential landlord and tenant disputes, • Complex residential possession claims, • TOLATA/co-ownership disputes, • Receivership and mortgage repossession If you’re a real estate litigation specialist looking for a role where you can lead, build, and scale, this is a rare opportunity to create something genuinely significant within a top-tier national firm. If you would like to be considered please send your CV to

Job Title: Senior Account Manager / Team Leader (Commercial Insurance) Location: London Salary: Up to £65,000 Benefits: Bonus/commission structure, strong sickness policy, health cash plan About the Company: This is an established, employee-focused commercial insurance brokerage with a strong reputation for delivering tailored solutions across specialist sectors. With continued growth across the UK and significant recent investment in its London presence, the business combines the professionalism of a national firm with a genuinely collaborative, family-led culture. The London office has doubled in size over the past year, with further expansion planned. Role Summary: This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the continued growth of a developing London office. You’ll work closely with leadership on shaping the team, mentoring colleagues, and managing a portfolio of commercial clients. The business is keen to bring in individuals who can contribute to its culture, support development of others, and grow alongside the organisation as it scales. Key Responsibilities: • Manage a portfolio of commercial clients: Build long-term relationships and deliver tailored insurance solutions, • Support team development: Mentor and coach less experienced colleagues, contributing to team capability, • Contribute to office growth: Play a key role in expanding the London presence and shaping team structure, • Handle new business and renewals: Ensure high retention and identify opportunities for growth, • Collaborate with leadership: Influence team direction and support ongoing hiring and development plans, • Maintain market relationships: Strengthen insurer partnerships to benefit client outcomes Requirements: • Background in commercial insurance (broker, handler, or account management), • Experience working with sectors such as construction, property, or real estate preferred, • Exposure to mentoring, coaching, or informal leadership responsibilities, • Strong relationship-building and client management skills, • Collaborative mindset with a team-first approach If this role isn’t quite right, it’s still worth speaking to one of our specialist team - we may be working on something that hasn’t hit the market yet. Related Job Titles: Commercial Account Manager, Insurance Broker, Account Executive, Client Manager, Commercial Insurance Advisor

Head of School – SEMH / SEND Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover), with a clear pathway to a permanent leadership role as new schools open over the coming years Location: Lambeth Salary: Circa £70,000 + Equity Stake Holiday: 15 Weeks Overview: We are exclusively partnered with a leading specialist in education and therapy for pupils who have experienced adverse childhood experiences. With schools consistently rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, they are now seeking a Head of School to join the leadership team and make a tangible impact on pupils, staff, and the wider provision. Key Highlights: ▪ Rare equity stake - highly unusual at this level ▪ Autonomy to lead ▪ Small school settings - meaningful impact on every pupil ▪ Strong wellbeing culture with protected breaks ▪ Exceptional staff retention (leaders with 10+ years’ service) ▪ Opportunity to join a growing organisation at the right time This is a senior, hands-on leadership role within a specialist education setting supporting pupils with ACEs, complex SEMH needs, and associated SEND. As Head of School, you will be the most senior on-site leader, responsible for the day-to-day running of your school and the quality of provision across education, care, and safeguarding. You will lead from the front - visible in classrooms, present with your team, and fully engaged in the life of the school. The organisation operates a relationships-first approach, moving away from traditional behaviour management and focusing on building consistent, positive relationships that enable pupils to thrive. This is a high-accountability role. You will be expected to deliver against placement targets, maintain compliance with independent school standards, and ensure consistently high-quality outcomes for pupils. In return, you will be trusted to lead - with autonomy and support from senior leadership. You will have regular contract with the Executive Head, be part of a collaborative leadership team, and play a key role in shaping a provision that is continuing to grow. It is a demanding position, but one where the impact is clear and the reward - both professionally and personally - is significant. Key Responsibilities: ▪ Lead and embed a relationships-first culture across the school, modelling professionalism and practice ▪ Take ownership of day-to-day leadership, operational management, and site performance, ensuring compliance with Independent School Standards (ISS) ▪ Ensure consistently high standards across education, therapy, care, safeguarding, and enrichment/SMSC provision ▪ Deliver on placement targets and manage pupil admissions, transitions, and leavers effectively ▪ Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), maintaining a strong safeguarding culture ▪ Lead, support, and hold to account teaching and support staff, including inductions, mentoring (ECTs), and performance management ▪ Oversee timetabling and staff deployment, ensuring effective coverage during structured and unstructured times ▪ Monitor and evaluate teaching quality, planning, and pupil outcomes, using data to drive improvement ▪ Maintain a calm, safe, organised, and welcoming school environment ▪ Build and maintain strong relationships with pupils, families, staff, and external professionals ▪ Proactively manage conflicts, concerns, and complaints, resolving issues efficiently ▪ Lead briefings, meetings, and training sessions across the site ▪ Promote staff wellbeing while maintaining accountability and high standards ▪ Contribute to whole-school improvement and organisational growth, supporting wider leadership initiatives ▪ Ensure adherence to all policies and procedures, including safeguarding and data protection ▪ Contribute to wider school improvement and organisational growth About You: ▪ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree ▪ Experience working with SEMH and/or SEND pupils ▪ Proven leadership experience, ideally within a challenging or specialist setting ▪ Strong understanding of safeguarding, SEND frameworks, and independent school standards ▪ Ability to lead teams with clarity, consistency, and accountability ▪ Creative and imaginative thinker; solution focused and proactive ▪ Sense of humour, realistic and positive ▪ Excellent organisational and communication skills ▪ Resilient, solution-focused, and able to perform under pressure ▪ Committed to building positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff ▪ Comfortable balancing high expectations with a supportive leadership style ▪ Motivated to be part of a growing organisation and contribute to its development This is a rare opportunity to take on a meaningful leadership role, with the scope to shape your school and contribute to a growing organisation that genuinely values both its pupils and its staff. Applications are encouraged early - roles at this level, with this long-term opportunity, do not stay open for long. Contact Detail: To apply, or for more information and an informal confidential discussion please contact Madeleine Crosley at 0161 507 5060 or Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £500 voucher for successful referrals following completion of probation.

Construction Solicitor (Non-Contentious) Location: Flexible UK-wide (Hybrid Working) Full-time | Permanent The Opportunity Harkaye Core Talent is partnering with a highly regarded national law firm to appoint an experienced Construction Solicitor into their growing and ambitious team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm with a strong reputation across specialist sectors, including Education, Charity, and Business communities. You will work on a high-quality portfolio of non-contentious construction matters, collaborating with leading lawyers and sector experts across the firm. From day one, you will have exposure to a prestigious client base and play a key role in supporting complex projects while contributing to the continued growth of the construction practice. Why Apply? • Join a forward-thinking national firm during an exciting phase of growth, • Work alongside a high-performing and well-regarded team, • Be part of a collaborative and supportive culture, • Hybrid and flexible working available, • Strong focus on career progression and professional development The Role You will: • Manage your own caseload of non-contentious construction matters, • Support and supervise junior team members where appropriate, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring excellent service delivery, • Work collaboratively across teams and practice areas, • Contribute to business development activities, including networking and client engagement, • Support the wider growth and performance of the team, • Stay up to date with legal and sector developments About You Essential: • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales, • Strong experience in non-contentious construction law, • Proven ability to manage matters independently, • Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers, • Commercial mindset with an interest in business development, • Strong communication and client relationship skills Desirable: • Experience working with clients in the Education, Charity, or Public sectors, • Dual qualification or professional membership (e.g. MRICS, MCIOB), • Experience or qualifications in ADR (arbitration/adjudication) Culture & Environment This firm places a strong emphasis on collaboration, inclusion, and quality of work. You will be joining a team where individuals are encouraged to take ownership, develop their careers, and contribute to a positive and high-performing environment. Application Process To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Harkaye Core Talent.