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Tax Manager – Advisory role in Portsmouth – lead client advisory work & support strategic tax planning. Our Client is a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice with a strong regional footprint and a growing advisory tax offering. With a diverse client base and a collaborative culture, they are now seeking a talented Tax Manager to join their advisory team. The RoleThis is a dynamic opportunity for an experienced tax professional to deliver high-quality advisory services across a range of tax matters, primarily focused on OMBs. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, support client meetings, and contribute to the development of junior team members. Key Responsibilities • Provide tailored tax advice across a broad spectrum of issues, • Attend client meetings and support proposal development, • Collaborate with tax partners and directors to grow the advisory offering, • Mentor junior colleagues and support team development, • Liaise with internal specialists and external counsel where neededWhat We’re Looking For, • Strong advisory tax experience gained in a UK accountancy practice, • Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver technical advice, • CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), • Excellent communication skills, both written and face-to-face 4739616

About the Role: Responsible for preparing accurate and competitive electrical estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional construction projects.Leads the estimating process from bid review through proposal submission while ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and alignment with project

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is a Bid Manager within the Saab Seaeye sales team designing and manufacturing world leading electric underwater robots. Key Responsibilities: * You will lead the bid function in support of underwater robot sales. * Supporting the external Sales team whilst reporting to the Head of Business Development and Sales. * Managing all aspects related to proposals submitted by the company. * Entrusted with managing and developing the bid process of the Saab Seaeye function. * Manage proposals from the inception until contract signature and handover to the project team via defined processes. Qualifications and Skills: Required skills: * Creating and managing bid's * Managing internal and external stakeholders to meet deadlines * Preparing for, participating and capturing outcomes of sales governance (WB) processes * Accurately capturing client requirements * Organising and running kick-off and solution meetings * Liaising with all stakeholders to gather information and produce bid content * Collating documents to produce tenders compliant with the client bid process * Excellent verbal communication skills * Submitting bids, including via client procurement portals * Populating PQQs/RFI's and ITT's with product and generic company information * Assisting with Product functional bid responses * Track system budgets to ensure accuracy of projected margins and maintain positive cash flow * Improve existing proposal templates * Able to work both independently and as part of a team * Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines * Previous experience in proposals , CTR and bid writing. Desirable skills : * Understanding of ROV's and subsea market. * Previous experience within a sales/commercial function * Advanced Microsoft Office skills * Display an ability to challenge constructively By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Job Title:Estimator Base Location:UK-wide, Remote base location- travel to be required to client sites as needed. Salary:Circa £39k-£44k depending on skills and experience. Working Pattern: Temporary role - Full Time, 37 Hours per week Please note:This is a temporary position. Successful candidates will be onboarded and employed through our preferred recruitment agency partner. Enerveo have an extensive street lighting business that manages over 1 million street lights across the UK and Ireland and through design, project management, consultancy, installation, and maintenance we play a major role in reducing energy consumption and carbon footprints helping towns and cities become smarter, greener and more efficient which benefits us all. What will I be doing in this role? We are now looking for a new Estimator, to join our successful Work Winning team to play a pivotal role in the growth and success of our business. The role will require travel across your region to visit sites and offices as needed. Working both with existing key customers and building new client relationships, you'll be at the forefront of driving our business forward. You'll be responsible for providing quotations for project values ranging from the low £1000s to £500,000+, managing the process from initial enquiry to receipt of order. In a typical day, you could expect to be; • Creating and submitting tenders based on drawings, specifications, and industry knowledge., • Conducting on-site visits with clients and our operational teams, • Managing and developing Enerveos relationship with existing key accounts., • Cultivating new business relationships with potential clients to expand our network- this includes proactive outreach to potential clients to introduce Enerveos services, • Assisting in presenting new business proposals to key stakeholders., • Facilitating continuous growth of the business through both new and existing client engagements., • Working closely with our Operational teams to deliver optimum solutions for clients. We would love for you to join us with a background in Street Lighting or Highways, either as an Estimator or an Administrator looking to expand your skillset, but experience in our industry isnt a prerequisite we are open to candidates who display the right skills and behaviours that are transferable to our industry. We would love you to bring the below skills to us: • Excellent time management, planning, and project management skills to meet deadlines effectively., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate ideas and proposals., • Ability to recognise risk in a proposal, and mitigate accordingly, • Resilience, attention to detail, and creativity to tackle challenges with confidence., • Ability to work autonomously and take initiative in driving projects forward., • Capacity to handle high-pressure situations, meet targets, and adhere to guidelines., • Exceptional networking and business acquisition skills to foster fruitful relationships., • Consistency, dependability, and efficiency to deliver results consistently., • Excellent Excel and MS Office skills, • Experience in Street Lighting or Highways JBRP1_UKTJ

A reputable contractor in Portsmouth is seeking a Proposal Coordinator to join their team.

Proposal Coordinator A highly reputable privately owned contractor is seeking a Proposal Coordinator to join their business.

Reviewing content to ensure quality meets the required proposal requirements, formats and standards. Requirement for Proposal Coordinator:. If you want to hear more about this Proposal Coordinator opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Claire Spiers in our Southampto

A reputable construction contractor in Portsmouth seeks a Proposal Coordinator to enhance their bid and tendering efforts.

Systems Engineer - Satellite Communications Portsmouth, UK 6 Month Inital Contract The Opportunity: Shape the Future of Secure Space-Based NetworksAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Systems Engineer to join our Lead Systems Engineers and Architects team within Defence & Space industry in Portsmouth, UK. This is your chance to directly contribute to the next generation of critical military satellite communications capability, including key future-looking programmes like the UK MOD's Skynet Enduring Capability and other vital Milsatcom initiatives. Our client has a proven track record, having delivered Milsatcom capability to the UK MOD from Skynet 4, through the successful Skynet 5 PFI, and currently delivering Skynet 6A on orbit. They are setting the standard for inter-satellite links, navigation, and space-based networks. Join us to be at the forefront of these exciting, engaged, and future-focused technologies. As a Systems Engineer, you will be pivotal in defining the technical backbone for our major programme bids. Your primary focus will be providing the System Architecture Definition across all three segments: Space, Control, and Ground. Your key contributions will include: 1. System Architecture & Design Leadership Defining the comprehensive Ground System level architectural design, including leading technical trade-offs. Working closely with Engineering Leads and Partners to define segment and associated sub-system architectures via integrated Working Groups.2. Requirements Management Owning the end-to-end requirements lifecycle: capture and definition from high-level stakeholder needs down to sub-system specifications. Ensuring complete traceability and managing the Verification, Validation, and Test (VV&T) support activities.3. Proposal & Governance Providing expert technical inputs for major proposals and bids. Acting as the Solution Lead for customer and internal governance reviews, informing stakeholders on progress and problem resolution. Contributing to Systems Engineering and project management inputs for planning, schedule, and cost activities.What We Are Looking For Qualifications: A University degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a closely related discipline.Essential Experience & Knowledge: Proven experience in the design, integration, and roll-out of end-to-end digital telecommunications systems. (Experience with Milsatcom systems is highly desirable). Demonstrable experience covering the space, control, and ground segments using established methodologies (Waterfall or Agile). Experience in defining solutions within an Architectural Framework utilizing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and appropriate tools (Enterprise Architect is desirable). Experience in technical engagement with external customers and internal partners. A solid working understanding of the key portfolios, including satellite platforms and payloads, satellite control, mission control, and network control. Robust presentation and technical writing skills.This is a great opportunity to join a team directly working on the next wave of space technologies

Principal Civil Engineer Are you ready to step into a Principal Civil Engineer role where you will lead complex developments, shape high-value infrastructure schemes and mentor a growing team? This Principal Civil Engineer opportunity gives you real influence. You will take ownership of projects from concept through to construction, guide junior engineers and ensure the delivery of sustainable, technically robust solutions. If you are looking for a Principal Civil Engineer position where your leadership and expertise are genuinely valued, this could be your next move. My client is a fast-growing, award-winning Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy delivering projects across residential, commercial and care sectors. You will join a collaborative business working on schemes ranging from local developments to large-scale strategic sites, building long-term relationships with developers, contractors and local authorities. In this Principal Civil Engineer role, you will be: ·Leading and managing a civil engineering design team delivering drainage, highways and external works schemes ·Overseeing projects from pre-application through planning, detailed design and condition discharge ·Designing and reviewing drainage systems in line with Sewers for Adoption, Building Regulations and the SuDS Manual ·Delivering on- and off-site highway works including S278 and S38 schemes to relevant standards ·Managing team resources, reviewing drawings and reports, and maintaining quality outputs ·Mentoring engineers working towards professional accreditation ·Preparing fee proposals and managing project budgets ·Attending client meetings and site visits, building strong working relationships ·Managing design risk and embedding health, safety and sustainability principles To be considered for this Principal Civil Engineer position, you will ideally have: ·Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status, or be working towards CEng ·A degree or HND in Civil Engineering ·Strong experience in drainage, highways and infrastructure design ·Team leadership and project management experience ·Experience working with developers, architects and local authorities ·Commercial awareness and fee proposal experience ·Proficiency in AutoCAD and Site 3D (or equivalent) ·Excellent written and verbal communication skills Your salary will be £58,000 - £68,000 dependent on experience, reflecting your capability as a Principal Civil Engineer. You will also benefit from: ·Clear career progression within a growing consultancy ·Ongoing CPD and professional development support ·Exposure to a diverse and technically challenging project portfolio ·A supportive, collaborative working environment You will be based within a regional office environment, working closely with multidisciplinary teams. Flexible working arrangements may be available depending on business needs. As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping team growth and technical standards. If you are a Principal Civil Engineer ready to progress your career and take ownership of impactful infrastructure projects, please get in touch to discuss this opportunity in confidence. If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is a Bid Manager within the Saab Seaeye sales team designing and manufacturing world leading electric underwater robots. Key Responsibilities: You will lead the bid function in support of underwater robot sales. Supporting the external Sales team whilst reporting to the Head of Business Development and Sales. Managing all aspects related to proposals submitted by the company. Entrusted with managing and developing the bid process of the Saab Seaeye function. Manage proposals from the inception until contract signature and handover to the project team via defined processes. Qualifications and Skills: Required skills: Creating and managing bid's Managing internal and external stakeholders to meet deadlines Preparing for, participating and capturing outcomes of sales governance (WB) processes Accurately capturing client requirements Organising and running kick-off and solution meetings Liaising with all stakeholders to gather information and produce bid content Collating documents to produce tenders compliant with the client bid process Excellent verbal communication skills Submitting bids, including via client procurement portals Populating PQQs/RFI's and ITT's with product and generic company information Assisting with Product functional bid responses Track system budgets to ensure accuracy of projected margins and maintain positive cash flow Improve existing proposal templates Able to work both independently and as part of a team Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines Previous experience in proposals , CTR and bid writing. Desirable skills : Understanding of ROV's and subsea market. Previous experience within a sales/commercial function Advanced Microsoft Office skills Display an ability to challenge constructively By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview

Job Title: SC Cleared Network Engineer - IT Infrastructure Support Location: Portsmouth Duration: 6 months Rate: £660.00 per day Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a skilled SC Cleared Network Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide technical leadership and support across critical IT projects and programmes, working closely with project managers and technical leads to deliver innovative solutions. What you'll be doing: Lead the delivery of complex technical tasks, ensuring they align with project goals and timelines Support the maintenance and enhancement of the Strike Net Experimentation Environment alongside a Server Engineer Provide Level 3 support for all Strike Net Rigs, ensuring secure and reliable operations Contribute to system design, implementation, integration, testing, and evaluation Develop user guides, work instructions, technical documentation, and process documents Support hardware/software builds, system installation, and integration Deliver technical presentations and support proposal development Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to process improvements What you'll bring: Proven ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively Experience working on diverse engineering projects with a motivated, problem-solving approach Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative mindset Knowledge of secure-by-design principles and system lifecycle management Ability to work independently and deliver tasks within time and budget constraints Essential skills: Technical expertise in network design, implementation, and support Experience supporting IT environments in a project setting CCNP or JNCIS certifications VMware vSphere (including NSX) Juniper Routing and Switching Qualifications: Relevant technical certifications and experience supporting complex network environments This is a fantastic chance to work on impactful projects within a supportive team environment. If you hold the necessary clearance and are ready to contribute your expertise, we'd love to hear from you

Leads the development of high-quality written proposals, ensuring they meet customer requirements, align with strategic objectives and are structured to maximise ourProbability of Winning ('PWIN').

Job Title: Sales Proposal Engineer – Flare Systems.

Strong persuasive writing skills and a solid understanding of proposal management principles, with the ability to balance multiple competing priorities. You’ll lead the creation of high-quality proposals that meet customer requirements and align with organisational strategic goals, maximising the

As part of our Major Projects Proposals Team, you’ll be responsible for estimating in line with our agreed business plan, ensuring accurate, competitive, and technically robust tender submissions. You’ll be at the forefront of developing sprinkler specifications, supporting customers from initia

A healthcare service provider based in Stevenage is looking for an experienced Bid Manager and Writer.The role involves leading the entire bid process, ensuring compliance and quality in submissions, and managing cross-functional teams.Key responsibilities include drafting bid responses, coordinatin

A managed communications company is looking for a Bid Proposal Manager to coordinate formal responses to tenders. This role requires proficient skills in Microsoft Office and familiarity with proposal automation software.

A leading life sciences solutions provider is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to oversee RFP/RFI responses. In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage the proposal lifecycle to ensure high-quality submissions.

The ideal candidate combines strong proposal management expertise, excellent communication skills, and a strategic mindset, while leveraging AI‑enabled tools and proposal automation technologies to improve proposal efficiency, quality, and consistency. Analyze proposal trends and feedback to conti

A global investment manager is seeking a Client RFP Lead Specialist in London.This role involves leading the production of high-quality RFPs and collaborating with teams to ensure client requests are met efficiently.The ideal candidate will have strong skills in RFP writing and investment product kn

As Proposals Manager, youll manage the full proposal development process across RFPs, RFIs and EOIs. Are you a bid/proposals professional who enjoys owning complex, bespoke submissions end-to-end and driving inputs from busy technical and commercial teams to get high-quality proposals out the door?.

A leading marketing services company based in the UK is seeking a high-caliber Bid Manager to oversee the tender response function from qualification to pitching.The ideal candidate will be responsible for bid writing, managing bid teams, and ensuring the bid library remains current.Strong analytica

Senior Proposal Writer page is loaded## Senior Proposal Writerlocations: GBR - ENG - LONDONtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: 51572672Job Description:DXC cultivates a work environment that attracts and retains some of the most skilled talent in today’s w

We have plans for growth and wish to recruit a Proposal Manager to support our business to lead and win strategically important pursuits across all of our markets. Working within the Growth Markets Win Work Team, the Proposal Manager will engage with our market and practice teams, and others from ac

Help transform campaign ideas into visually cohesive, social‑first story‑driven proposals that resonate emotionally and commercially. Embed Substance’s tone, values, and storytelling approach across proposals and decks. Identify new trends in storytelling, visual presentation, and proposal pro

Proposal CAD Engineer – Warrington.

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Bids Coordinator to manage the proposal process, ensuring high-quality submissions and compliance.

A leading financial services firm in Greater London is seeking an Asset Management - Proposal Associate to create client-focused RFP responses and maintain product profiles.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking to appoint a Technical Bid Writer / Proposal Writer to support the preparation of compelling, high-quality tender submissions that reflect our technical capability and commitment to excellence.

This role sits within an independent function positioned between Sales and Risk, working collaboratively with both teams to manage the full proposal lifecycle, from receipt of application through to funding payout, while maintaining a strong and robust risk culture. The team manages the full proposa

A leading construction contractor in the UK is seeking a Technical Bid Writer to develop high-quality tender submissions.You will collaborate with operational and technical teams to create persuasive responses for public and private sector projects.The ideal candidate has experience in the construct

As an Asset Management - Proposal Associate within JPMAM, you will be instrumental in both acquiring new business and retaining existing clients. This will be achieved through the completion of client-initiated documents, typically in the form of a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information

Proposal Manager page is loaded## Proposal Managerlocations: GB. We have plans for growth and wish to recruit a Proposal Manager to support our business to lead and win strategically important pursuits across all of our markets. Working within the Growth Markets Win Work Team, the Proposal Manager

Senior Proposal Manager page is loaded## Senior Proposal Managerlocations: GB. Manage the production of high-quality proposals and other collateral so that the AtkinsRéalis message and brand is promoted. We have plans for growth and wish to recruit a Senior Proposal Manager to support our busines

We have plans for growth and wish to recruit a Senior Proposal Manager to support our business to manage and win strategically important priority pursuits across all markets. Working within the Growth Markets Win Work Team, the Senior Proposal Manager will engage with our Market and Practice teams,

This role involves preparing technical-commercial proposals, supporting negotiations, and collaborating with R&D teams.

You can manage multiple proposals and prospects, while meeting deadlines. We need skilled sales professionals to drive proposal output, customer acquisition, and follow-up execution. Prepare and customize technical-commercial proposals.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking to appoint a Technical Bid Writer / Proposal Writer to support the preparation of compelling, high-quality tender submissions that reflect our technical capability and commitment to excellence.

Effectively handle a workload that includes multiple proposal assignments and other team projects, consistently meeting deadlines. RFP/RFI proposal responses within a dynamic and fast-paced B2B environment. Veeva is looking for an experienced Proposal Manager to drive winning responses for our innov

A leading global financial services provider is seeking a professional to create client-focused RFP responses.The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.Responsibilities include drafting RFP responses, maintaining product

As an Asset Management - Proposal Associate within JPMAM, you will be instrumental in both acquiring new business and retaining existing clients. This will be achieved through the completion of client-initiated documents, typically in the form of a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information

Maintains product profiles and investment process language; organization of RFP language in the department’s proposal software system.

The ideal candidate combines strong proposal management expertise, excellent communication skills, and a strategic mindset, while leveraging AI‑enabled tools and proposal automation technologies to improve proposal efficiency, quality, and consistency. Analyze proposal trends and feedback to conti