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Mechanical Fitter Salary: £33.23 p/h (umbrella rate) Hours: 40 hours per weekContract: 14 weeks (mid July) Shifts: 6:00am-2:30pmLocation: Dudley About the Role: We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to carry out stripping, overhauling and rebuilding trams. You will be part of a dedicated workshop team responsible for stripping down tram components, inspecting and repairing mechanical systems, and rebuilding vehicles to a high safety and performance standard.What You’ll Be Doing: • Mechanical fitter work carried out on trams (light rail, Urbos 3):, • Interior strip down of components including removing seats, seat covers, linings, grab poles, windows, doors, and rubber seals., • Bogie & underframe work, disconnection and lifting of bogies, removing pipework and associated mechanical components, • Assist welders as needed (cleaning paint, prep work), • Mechanical Modifications including grinding, cutting off bobtails, riveting, using bobtail guns, hydraulic tools, standard hand tools., • Fitting, refitting, rebuilding interior and mechanical components, • Measuring and working to diagrams when required, • Strong mechanical fitter background essential, • Must be comfortable in a refurbishment/modification environment, • Experience with grinding, hand tools, mechanical strip & rebuild About Ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. • Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary., • Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract., • Ford & Stanley Executive Search – Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.

Credit Control Administrator (9 month fixed term contract) Base Location: Birmingham – 2 days per week in office The KPMG Business Services function is a cornerstone of our UK business. Operating from 20 UK locations and sitting with KPMG Central Services we do work that matters. Within Central Services we are part of a community of experts across a wide range of critical activities who help grow, run, and protect KPMG in the UK. From HR and Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities and Business Support, through to Risk and Legal, Corporate Affairs, and Sales and Marketing, our approach is focused on driving the improved performance of the firm, which we support with diligence and expertise. KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is. Why Join KPMG as Credit Control Administrator This role sits within the Operational Excellence Hubs (OEH). OEH is an innovative, agile and collaborative function that provides services to support our client-facing colleagues in the delivery of their work. OEH supports the business through a variety of specialist teams, who work collaboratively to support the business to run smoothly. The Credit Management department is part of OEH Finance. You will be joining a team that provides vital credit control support to the Business, working with a wide portfolio of blue-chip companies, providing high level credit control administration and support, delivering excellent customer service on a variety of tasks and activities and enabling customers to focus on their core business objectives contributing to KPMG’s goal of driving growth through operational excellence. What will you be doing? • Operating a best practice procedure which focuses on making sure that you work with the business in the designated area, resolving and collecting difficult and slow paying debts at the same time as maintaining appropriate pressure on clients to settle invoices, with the issue of periodic statements, standard collection methods, and discretionary and targeted (DSO) chasing., • Manage a percentage of the client debtor ledger – (Approx. 4-500 Accounts v 5-900 invoices) to include maintenance of the credit control system to ensure specific steps taken to recover debts are noted and that all account notifications are completed in line with the diary system. Support the Business with complex process and administration queries., • Provide cover for the wider Credit Control team during periods of leave or absence, which may also include reporting and analysis to the management group as and when required., • Update and maintain the credit control system ensuring the specific steps taken to recover debts are noted and that all account notifications are completed in line with the diary system., • Maintaining audit trail files for difficult aged debts, ensuring GDPR rules are adhered to when dealing with confidential client data., • Where it has been notified that clients are not able to be approached without prior consent of the client team, obtain permission before contact is made. Where direct approach is not permitted, liaise closely with the engagement team to ensure that they are undertaking the appropriate credit control measures., • Rotational management of Credit Control telephone helpline and email, • Management of cash targets; monitoring cash collection against targets taking appropriate measures to ensure targets are met and the aged debt profile is kept to a minimum; Establish monthly exposure to bad debt provision and ensure, where possible this is minimised by priority collection/chasing., • Arrange bad debt write offs (to include clients subject to Insolvency obtaining formal notifications along with proof of debt forms) where appropriate and feed up details to CM management team for authorisation., • Communicate specific difficult debt issues to CM management team, Engagement teams and Finance Managers where applicable, arranging regular meetings to discuss key difficult accounts., • Carry out ad hoc debt requests from internal / external clients (troubleshooting), respond to debt reviews and any queries as requested., • Ensure correct procedures are followed regarding clients who are subject to Litigation, passing all documentation to CM management team for review and legal process. What will you need to do it? • CICM or A level educated with B or greater in English and Maths, • Experience required in a Credit Control or Finance in an operational or professional services environment, • An understanding of wider credit management processes, including litigation, Insolvency, risk/credit checking and best collection methods, • Resilient and able to work with multiple demanding stakeholders Find out more: Within Central Services we have a range of divisions and specialisms. Click the links to find out more below:

Policy Officer Join a nature restoration charity, whose mission is to restore beavers to regenerate our landscapes. We are looking for a Policy Officer to influence national policies and strategies that enable the restoration of beavers, rivers and wetlands. Position: Policy Officer Location: Remote, resident in mainland Britain Hours: Full or part-time. 4 days per week (30 hrs), 4.5 days per week (33.75 hrs) or 5 days per week (37.5 hrs) Contract: Permanent Salary: £29,403 per annum, pro rata Closing Date: 9:00am on Monday 20th April 2026. We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date, should a strong candidate be identified. Interview Date: Online interviews will be held on Tuesday the 12 May. You will be asked to give a short presentation to the interview panel and may also be given a task to undertake during the interview About the Role Working closely with and supporting the Policy Lead, the role involves engaging with stakeholders to build strong, effective relationships and help drive policy change in support of the charity’s mission. Sitting in the Influencing team, the Policy Officer will collaborate across the organisation, including with Restoration, Communication & Education, Fundraising, and Support & Governance teams. Key areas of responsibility include: • Research and monitor changes in policy and legislation with direct and indirect impacts on beaver restoration across Britain., • Draft relevant responses, policy documents and political briefings., • Organise policy events and meetings to support influencing work., • Monitor the policy positions and activities of stakeholder organisations, including partners and those with opposing views., • Cultivate and maintain stakeholder relationships, including with politicians, government officials, and partners to bolster support for the trust’s policy positions., • Represent the organisation at meetings and events, including those of Wildlife & Countryside Link, Wales Environment Link, and Scottish Environment LINK coalitions., • Support delivery of campaigns., • Personal data administration to ensure compliance with the GDPR, • Work closely with the wider team to ensure cross organisational working to maximise influencing impact. About You You will have an understanding of the environmental policy landscape - including agri–environment schemes - across Britain at both local and national levels. With strong influencing and communication skills, you will have the ability to articulate policy positions clearly and persuasively to support policy change. You will have proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders, including those who may hold differing or opposing views. For example government officials, NGOs, partners, and landowners. With the ability to synthesise, interpret and apply scientific research to inform policy development and advocacy, you will have: • Experience of producing high-quality reports, briefings and written communications for diverse audiences., • Highly organised, proactive and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to the organisation’s mission and values., • IT and visual content creation skills., • Willingness to travel extensively across Britain for work, including frequent overnight stays, with access to transport to get to areas not covered by bus/rail. All shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Thursday the 30 April. If you have not heard from us by this date, please accept our thanks for applying and assume that you were not shortlisted on this occasion. About the Organisation Join a nature restoration charity, restoring beavers to regenerate our landscapes. Our client’s team is small with a diverse skillset and extensive experience in beaver ecology and restoration, human-wildlife coexistence, and policy. They provide practical solutions to help people to co-exist with beavers and influence legislation in Scotland, Wales and at Westminster that rebuilds ecosystems, improves river health, and strengthens climate resilience in a time of ecological and climate crisis. Benefits include: • 25 days holiday, plus Christmas day through to New Year’s Day paid, plus 6 days of floating holidays., • Flexible approach to hours of work., • Travel, accommodation and subsistence expenses will be met by the trust in, • Pension contribution of 3% of your total pay each month, • One-off contributions toward the cost of an ergonomic office chair and toward purchases of essential devices (laptop, mouse and smartphone), • Monthly home working allowance, plus an annual contribution toward the maintenance and/or replacement of the essential devices. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and are happy to make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in the environmental sector, including people of colour, disabled people, those from low-income backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities and all other protected characteristics You may have experience in roles including Policy, Policy Officer, Policy Executive, Grants and Policy, Environment, Environmental, Environmental Policy, Environmental Policy, Nature. #INDNFP Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

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Mechanical Fitter Salary: £33.23 p/h (umbrella rate) Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: 14 weeks (mid July) Shifts: 6:00am-2:30pm Location: Dudley About the Role: We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to carry out stripping, overhauling and rebuilding trams. You will be part of a dedicated workshop team responsible for stripping down tram components, inspecting and repairing mechanical systems, and rebuilding vehicles to a high safety and performance standard. What You’ll Be Doing: Mechanical fitter work carried out on trams (light rail, Urbos 3): Interior strip down of components including removing seats, seat covers, linings, grab poles, windows, doors, and rubber seals. Bogie & underframe work, disconnection and lifting of bogies, removing pipework and associated mechanical components Assist welders as needed (cleaning paint, prep work) Mechanical Modifications including grinding, cutting off bobtails, riveting, using bobtail guns, hydraulic tools, standard hand tools. Fitting, refitting, rebuilding interior and mechanical components Measuring and working to diagrams when required Collaborating with welders and wider team What You’ll Need: Strong mechanical fitter background essential Must be comfortable in a refurbishment/modification environment Experience with grinding, hand tools, mechanical strip & rebuild Experience working in dusty, dirty, noisy environments Apply today and join a team that keeps the tram network running safely, smoothly, and reliably. About Ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search – Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.Senior Organisational Learning And Development Consultant (AI Skills).Salary from £53,949 to £62,160 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £69,073 pa inclusive of London allowance.This is a fixed term appointmen

A prominent media organization is seeking a Political Analyst to provide insightful analysis and reporting on political events.

The Howden Re Political Violence and Terrorism team offers deep expertise in this complex and evolving space. The team have previously handled a wide variety of political violence and terrorism programmes ranging from the largest worldwide placements to smaller, regional programmes and have built a

A prestigious university in London is seeking a Senior Corporate Engagement Manager.The role involves overseeing relationships with businesses and public sectors globally, enhancing philanthropic opportunities, and developing financial partnerships.Ideal candidates should have experience in project

A leading global insurance provider is seeking a Senior Underwriter in London within their Political Risk business.

About the job Political Violence, Terrorism & War Underwriter. Underwriter Political Violence, Terrorism & War. We are proud to be representing a highly profitable, staff-owned specialist insurance groupthat is recognised as a leader in its specialty lines and now expanding into Political Violence,

An international insurance firm is seeking a Senior Credit & Political Risk Underwriter based in London. This mid-senior level role involves underwriting credit and political risk insurance while fostering relationships with global brokers and clients.

City Government Innovation Observatory: using large-scale data and quantitative analysis to understand how city governments across Europe innovate, how they are structured, and how political and institutional factors shape their impact.

Build your profile by representing The i Paper externally, enhancing the brand’s reputation for smart, independent political coverage. Uphold The i Paper’s position of political impartiality at all times. Deep understanding of the UK political landscape and its global context.

The Financial Markets Group (FMG) at the London School of Economics and Political Science invites applications for a Research Assistant to join the LSE Financial Opportunities Programme.

The political editor will lead our coverage, generating political exclusives that set the news agenda. Manage and work closely with the deputy political editor to ensure world‑class standards of digital and print political journalism. The successful candidate must have experience working as a seni

They should have extensive experience in economic evaluation methods (micro or macro) and/or the methodologies used in political economic analysis; proven skills in quantitative analysis using software such as Stata, R, or Python and experience working with or in low- and middle-income country (LMIC

A desire to build a career in the insurance market, especially within Credit & Political Risk. Either: 1-2 years experience within Credit & Political Risk insurance OR an enthusiastic graduate who has a real drive for business, isn't afraid to work in a start‑up environment and be a part of team/c

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.Philanthropy and Global Engagement Division (PAGE).Senior Corporate Engagement Manager.London allowance), with potential progression to £69,073 per annum.This role also attracts a £7,000 market supplement, payable in

A leading actuarial firm is seeking a Pricing Actuary to focus on pricing within Political Violence, Political Risk, and Credit portfolios.

Senior Underwriter- Political Risk and Trade Finance page is loaded## Senior Underwriter- Political Risk and Trade Financelocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2506722Join us as a Senior Underwriter, Political Risk and Trade Finance, to grow your c

A global law firm is seeking a talented Senior Associate to join their Financial, Casualty & Political Risk team in London.

Develop a deep understanding of the Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit classes, trends and underwriting team strategy. Experience of Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit classes of business. The Pricing Actuary will be responsible for Actuarial pricing primarily for Chaucer's Pol

A leading political commentary magazine in the UK is seeking a Social Media Producer to enhance its digital reach.

A prestigious university in London is seeking a Distinguished Policy Fellow at the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment.This role focuses on leading applied research addressing natural capital's role in economic systems and involves strategic engagement with decision-mak

Senior Credit & Political Risk Underwriter. The Senior Credit & Political Risk Underwriter position is ideal for someone with experience in structured and project finance looking for a strategic and senior underwriting role within a collegiate and dynamic global team. Underwrite the Credit and Polit

The Department of Government is recruiting 4 Research Officers (Postdoctoral Researchers) with a specialization in political theory and the history of political thought. The ideal candidate will have a research interest in the history of popular government and democratic theory, the ability to apply

To assist the Underwriters in all aspects of underwriting and management of the Political Violence & Crisis Management portfolio as well providing support to the team in preparation and analysis of financial models, management information reports and data analysis and carrying out some regular admin

A leading academic institution in Greater London is seeking a Policy Fellow to work on climate, gender, and inclusivity issues.The role involves establishing a new work programme, leading engagement activities, and producing impactful policy outputs.Candidates should have a postgraduate degree in re

The ideal candidate will lead political risk projects, provide insights into the political landscape, and engage stakeholders effectively.

A prestigious academic institution in Greater London is seeking two Resident Senior Policy Fellows as part of the Bloomberg LSE European City Leadership Initiative.Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills and extensive experience in urban governance.The role focuses on enhancing city

The position is full-time and research-focused, requiring a PhD in political science or a related field.

A global insurance leader in London is seeking a Political Risk Credit Officer to join their Credit Risk Team.

A prestigious UK university is seeking a Business Analyst to join the Philanthropy and Global Engagement Division.In this role, you will facilitate data-driven processes and lead business improvement projects, working closely with stakeholders.Candidates should have experience in business analysis t

Political & Energy Intelligence Analyst. Political & Energy Intelligence Analyst. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring political, economic, and energy‑related developments, translating complex information into practical insights, and supporting both proactive and reactive PR activi

A prestigious university in London is seeking a full-time LSE Fellow in Sustainability to contribute to teaching and research in a leading geography and environment department.The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or be near completion, with expertise in corporate sustainability and climate finance.Th

Ideal candidates will have experience in insurance/reinsurance, especially in Terrorism and Political Violence. A global reinsurance brokerage is seeking a Political Violence and Terrorism Broker.

The role requires a proven history of delivering impactful political exclusives and a deep understanding of the UK's political landscape. A leading UK media company seeks an outstanding Political Editor to lead their coverage on pivotal moments in British and global affairs. Responsibilities include

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.Coordinating Language Teacher - French.Salary from £43,277 - £51,714 pa inclusive, with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance.This is a part time appointment at 0.This is an exciting oppor

Leading public and political outreach in your state and district. Representing The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events. Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.

A prominent news organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced political editor to lead its political coverage and generate exclusive stories. The ideal candidate must have experience as a senior political journalist at a national newspaper, possess strong political contacts, and be skill

The role of political analyst is an exciting new position at the Telegraph, and will be a leading voice in our political coverage. Contributing to leader conferences, informing and guiding the conference on political issues. Having a presence off-platform as a face of the Telegraph's political cover

This pivotal role supports underwriting strategy across Political Violence, Political Risk, and Credit portfolios within a profitable (re)insurance organization.

Contribute to the planning, organisation, and delivery of teaching activities within the department in accordance with established departmental practice, and to ongoing curriculum development;.Supervise and train postgraduate students to ensure their effective development;.Act as personal tutor to s

This is a pivotal, front-facing role supporting underwriting strategy across Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit portfolios, with opportunities to contribute to other classes as the team continues to expand. Develop deep expertise in the Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit lines.

A prestigious university in Greater London is seeking a Head of Communications for its 100x Impact initiative.You will lead the development and delivery of communications strategies that enhance visibility and influence among stakeholders.The ideal candidate will have significant senior-level experi

The Pricing Actuary will be responsible for Actuarial pricing primarily for the Company's Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit portfolios (with a focus upon account pricing, benchmark rate reviews and portfolio analyses). Develop a deep understanding of the Political Violence, Political Ris