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Salary: up to £75,000 Bristol, travel across the UK as needed Job Details Our client, an international consultancy business, currently have an opportunity for a Commercial Contract Manager, within a fast growing commercial department, this is a unique opportunity, a chance to be truly strategic and shape the future of the organisation. The company have a long and successful history of delivering large projects to various private and public sectors clients and are on a journey to change the way they do business – and looking for ambitious, commercially minded individuals to help them get to the next level! The role holder will have the opportunity to lead the commercial negotiation of new business with both new and existing clients and to shape the strategic direction of the function. You Will • Identify the risks, liabilities, and commitments of contractual agreements; ensure these are clearly understood and that the business fully appreciates any potential impact., • Review, draft, update and maintain contract documents, • Monitor and report performance and compliance against contractual obligations including commercial performance, financial management and contract management, • Monitor customer satisfaction, • Work with the contract delivery teams to ensure that the management of change request process and change implementation is carried out in line with the contracts., • Report on progress of change requests and projects, • Review contract performance, assessing commercial risks and ensuring appropriate steps are taken to manage the risk, • Prevent and resolve contractual disputes, • Assuring adherence to Group Commercial Policy, • Supporting the client engagement teams in all commercial aspects, post contract signature, to achieve the orders, profit and cash budget and overall management of the Client relationship., • Support the delivery streams who are responsible for the delivery of projects and provide clear direction working with the client engagement team. The Person • Experience of working in the civil nuclear industry would be advantageous, • growth minding – looking at maximising value and minimising risk, • Experience of working closely with finance, operations and technical specialists, • Good on both the legals and financials Please reach out to Casey Collins at , if interested.

Programme Lead – AI-Enabled HR Transformation Day Rate: £600–£650 per day (Inside IR35) Duration: 6 months (strong likelihood of extension) Location: Hybrid – 1 day per week onsite in Leeds The Opportunity We’re seeking an experienced Programme Lead to take ownership of a critical AI-enabled HR transformation programme. This is a hands-on, senior delivery role — ideal for someone who can quickly establish control, build trust with senior stakeholders, and lead complex change in a politically nuanced environment. You’ll be responsible for shaping the programme structure, driving discovery and early delivery, and ensuring strong governance, pace, and value realisation. The role requires confidence operating at senior levels, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to align HR, Digital/IT, and operational teams around a shared vision. What You’ll Be Doing Programme Leadership & Direction • Shape and clarify the programme vision, roadmap, and success measures, • Define benefits, KPIs, risks, dependencies, and organisational impact, • Ensure alignment with organisational strategy, operating models, and AI governance, • Bring structure, focus, and momentum to a complex and evolving programme Senior Stakeholder Engagement • Build trusted relationships across HR, Digital/IT, Operations, and senior leadership, • Navigate organisational politics with diplomacy and emotional intelligence, • Influence decisions without direct authority, aligning diverse perspectives, • Act as a calm, credible, and authoritative presence throughout delivery Discovery, Design & Early Delivery • Lead discovery activities to understand current HR processes and pain points, • Drive the design and prototyping of AI-enabled HR journeys and service models, • Work closely with architects, product owners, AI engineers, and service designers, • Use insight and data to test hypotheses and identify high-value pilot opportunities Governance, Control & Delivery • Establish and run programme governance, reporting, and decision forums, • Coordinate multiple workstreams, delivery teams, and suppliers, • Manage risk, scope, financial controls, and delivery dependencies, • Maintain business cases and track benefits to ensure programme viability What You’ll Bring Essential Experience • Demonstrable experience leading large, complex programmes in enterprise or public-sector environments, • Highly credible and emotionally intelligent, with a track record of operating in politically complex organisations, • Strong programme management capability across governance, risk, finance, and benefits realisation, • Consultancy-level skills: able to diagnose problems quickly, generate insight, and shape pragmatic solutions, • Solid understanding of automation, workflow digitisation, and AI-enabled service models, • Confident discussing AI capability, data readiness, risks, and governance with both technical and business stakeholders, • A collaborative, inclusive leader who builds trust and followership quickly

Finance Manager (Part-Time - 3 Days per Week, Flexible Working) Health Sector | Local Authority Services | £70,000 FTE (Pro Rata) We are working with a growing organisation in the health sector, delivering essential services to local authorities, to recruit a commercially minded and hands-on Finance Manager. This is a part-time role (3 days per week), with flexibility on how those days are structured to suit you. This is a key position within the business, offering a blend of operational finance, strategic input, and stakeholder engagement. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial control while supporting strategic decision-making. This is a hands-on role, supported by some administrative resource (excluding payroll), and will suit someone comfortable operating both at detail level and in a broader commercial context. Key responsibilities will include: Leading day-to-day financial management and oversight Producing accurate and insightful management reporting Supporting strategic planning and financial decision-making Managing budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow Ensuring compliance within a public sector funding environment Acting as a key finance contact for internal and external stakeholders About You We are looking for a qualified (or equivalent) finance professional with experience working with, or supplying services to, the public se...

Head of Finance and Central Services Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Salary: £60,000 Hours: 37. Contract: Permanent Yolk Recruitment's Public Sector and Not-for-Profit division is proud to be partnering with a Bristol based charity who supports older and vulnerable people live safely and

Procurement Manager Permanent Full Time Leek Wootton Grade I (£58,431.00 - £62,195.00) Alongside a competitive salary we offer a market supplement of £5,000 per annum for a full MCIPS qualification The Contracts & Procurement Team work to a category management structure. This role is expected to focus on contracts in the areas of Facilities Management, Estates Projects, Estates Professional Services, Utilities, Uniform and Fleet purchase and maintenance. We offer a hybrid working, with team members able to work from home for part of the week. Those on the redeployment register will be given prior consideration. The main purpose of the role is to develop procurement strategies for designated business areas and provide business managers with procurement advice, enabling them to derive maximum commercial value from operational spend. Main Responsibilities: • Provide specialist procurement input to business cases, with due regard to full life costing, financial benefit over risk, flexibility, benefit through business re-engineering, enablers/barriers, longer term demand requirement and expected market development etc., • Support business transformation, by considering options and alternatives including innovative solutions to deliver value for money, social value and high quality of goods and services., • Gather market and commercial intelligence in order to understand demand and supply chain capabilities and develop appropriate contract category strategies., • Enforce the Scheme of Governance and Finance and Contract Regulations and provide expert professional advice to stakeholders in all areas of procurement., • Establish/implement appropriate routes to market, ensuring competition, collaboration (wherever possible), , and innovation, compliant to UK procurement legislation., • Use effective procurement practice to deliver value for money and ensure procurement projects are planned effectively, delivering to time, quality and cost. To ensure that procurement related risks are identified and relevant mitigations in place are in place that minimise the Force’s exposure to risk and uncertainty., • Support greater understanding of procurement practice and regulations across the stakeholder base including delivering training and awareness sessions, and development of contract and commercial management skills within customer teams., • To prepare and execute contract documentation, negotiate with suppliers, identify contractual risks and seeking legal advice where required., • To provide strategic support to implementation/contract managers, during the mobilisation of new contract arrangements and ongoing strategic performance reviews, with the emphasis on partnership and added value., • To support contract management activities including attendance at contract meetings, monitoring of key performance indicators and execution of contract variations., • To engage with and contribute to national groups and forums including BlueLight Commercial and Crown Commercial Services as relevant to the category areas., • To raise the profile of Contracts & Procurement, by taking a proactive and supportive role with services focusing on early engagement and contribute to the wider objectives of the Directorate by improving its effectiveness and extending its influence and ability to add value., • To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required. Person Specification: Knowledge: Qualifications: Candidates must be: • Have a Relevant degree (e.g. Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain), • Significant public sector procurement experience, • Experience of business transformation principles including a working knowledge of how strategic procurement activity can support change and effectively realise benefits, • Substantial and relevant experience of operating at senior manager level and influencing decision making, • Proven experience of managing procurement projects within a category area, • A track record of providing a high quality, customer focused procurement service, • Proven experience of managing challenging stakeholders and situations and resolving contractual performance issues and disputes, • Experience of driving commerciality within public service delivery models Key Skills: • Proven ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the organisation, • Ability to interpret and extrapolate procurement data and present in a clear, well-structured way that can be easily understood by non-procurement colleagues, • Ability to look wider than the procurement implications of business decisions and identify and assess the wider strategic impacts, • Strong planning and organisational skills, • Excellent and effective interpersonal skills, • High level of communication, negotiation and influencing skills

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional with Defence, Aerospace or Public Sector experience. Collaborate effectively with engineering, operations, finance, legal and commercial teams.

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in afriendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? M Group Highways At M Group Highways, were supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK. We dont just build roads and bridges- were building a better future, creating lasting social value that gives back to the communities in which we work. Youll be joining ourCivils projects team- We deliver specialist civil engineering for the private and public sectors across the UK, building strong relationships based on a collaborative approach. We're looking to recruitaQuantity Surveyorto work within our Civils Projects team delivering schemes in BANES (Bath & north East Somerset) and surrounding areas. As aQuantity Surveyoryou will be part of our commercial teamwho are responsibleforsupporting the project teams in all commercial matters and working with operational teams to ensure all commercial objectives are delivered. Want to come and be a part of it? What will you be doing? You'll provide the commercial function across projects to ensure successful project delivery. Working within a team of talented professionals ensuring co-ordination and provision across all aspects of project delivery. You'll undertake pre-contract setup, including forecasting, measurement, sub-contract tendering and procurement. Effectively managing the commercial aspects of the project (or a section of a project) including valuations, applications, budget monitoring, material & plant reconciliation and contract variations and change. We'll ask you to assist in the preparation, management and agreement of Final Accounts. Along with procurement and management of subcontract packages. You'll produce and maintain project forecasts to support the monthly commercial and financial reporting procedures and assist with control of project documentation. Assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks. It's your role to maximise cashflow through the control and valuation of works, invoicing and payment process. Ensuring compliance with all legal requirements, including contractual and legislative. What youll bring • Degree / HND qualification in Quantity Surveying or other relevant subject., • Registered with the RICS / CICES and working towards professional chartership., • Relevant CSCS card., • Strong level of identifiable commercial experience within the construction industry., • Demonstrable experience of working on Highways and Civil Engineering projects., • Good command and communication of oral and written English., • Skilled negotiator and communicator., • Matched or contributory pension scheme, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Employee assistance programme, • My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts, • Life assurance, • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave, • Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers;, • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from, • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme, • Company van/vehicle and fuel card for business use, • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private health care and health care cash plan, • Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Wereresponsibleand go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet, • Wereopenand seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations, • Weretogetherand as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts #MGroupH JBRP1_UKTJ

? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ? ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Capital Project Manager to oversee the management and development of the school estate. Reporting to the Head of Estates and Projects and working with the estates team, you will be responsible for delivering the capital developments across the estate, including a focus on new schools, sustainability projects and efficiency standards. ? MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: • Managing SCA project priorities, budgets and delivery from inception to end of defects, • Managing the opening and delivery of new free schools with the DfE, design teams and local authorities, • Managing and supporting estate condition, maintenance and asset management, • Managing capital elements of academy conversion projects, • Planning, procuring and delivering high-quality estate and project services, • Managing and monitoring external technical advisors, • Managing health & safety across all project lifecycles, • Managing third-party suppliers and consultants, • Managing consultations, admissions, branding, marketing, FF&E and uniforms for new schools, • Providing professional property services and ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations, • Assisting with estate-related policies, procedures and statutory frameworks, • Contributing to capital fund prioritisation and overseeing capital projects, • Assisting in developing a carbon reduction strategy, • Managing and supporting key building programmes and reporting to senior leaders, • A relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in a project management environment, • Evidence of continued professional development, • Project management experience within education, not-for-profit or public sector, • Experience of coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments, • Demonstrable successful delivery of project outputs to required time, quality and cost, • The ability to interpret and present complex information to inform robust recommendations for evidence-based practice and decision-making, • Proven and well-developed interpersonal skills, including excellent written and spoken communication, • Good administrative, finance and organisational skills, • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications, including strong Excel skills, • The ability to work independently and flexibly with your own initiative on various ongoing projects, • A professional working ethic and a commitment to high standards, • The ability to ensure that confidentiality is always maintained Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and thats why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. ? WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: • Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression, • Annual performance and loyalty bonus, • Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution, • 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts, • Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare, • Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice, • Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme, • Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts, • 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees JBRP1_UKTJ

Head of Finance and Central Services Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Salary: £60,000 Hours: 37.5 hours Contract: Permanent Yolk Recruitment's Public Sector and Not-for-Profit division is proud to be partnering with a Bristol based charity who supports older and vulnerable people live safely and independently in their own homes for there next Head of Finance and Central Services. About the Role Reporting to the CEO, you will be the senior leader for finance, governance, and central services, including HR, IT, GDPR, and facilities. You'll provide strategic financial oversight, shape organisational planning, strengthen risk management, and support the leadership team in delivering our ambitious vision. This is a role for a strategic, values-driven professional who combines commercial and financial expertise with compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to social impact. Key Responsibilities The Head of Finance and Central Services will: • Lead financial strategy, budgets, forecasts, and reporting to drive organisational sustainability., • Ensure robust governance, compliance, and risk management., • Oversee central services to support operational excellence across the organisation., • Provide insight and advice to the CEO and Board for effective strategic decision-making., • Support organisational growth and development, including new business opportunities. Essential Requirements The interim Implementation Project Manager will need: • ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or ICAS qualified with senior leadership experience., • Proven experience leading diverse teams and translating strategy into practical plans., • Strong financial literacy, business acumen, and experience in service-focused organisations., • A values-led leader who inspires, empowers, and role-model's progressive ways of working. To Apply: Please contact Emily Rex at Yolk Recruitment to discuss the Head of Finance and Central Services position further. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. JBRP1_UKTJ

ABOUT US With over 30 years of expertise, Apogee transforms how organisations of every size and sector manage their IT delivering everything they need through one seamless point of contact.As an independent subsidiary of HP Inc., we combine the agility of a specialist provider with the power of one of the worlds leading technology companies, giving our clients instant access to cutting-edge innovation backed by market-leading service operations! JOB DETAILS Some people scroll past a clunky, manual process...you stare at it and think, this could run itself! That is who we are looking for. Apogee built its name in Managed Print. Now we are pushing hard into Managed IT and intelligent automation. We do not need a pure technologist sitting in a corner building features. We need someone commercially sharp. Curious. Slightly restless. Someone who understands platforms such as DocuWare, Acora, Ricoh and Tungsten - and can spot where a smart workflow or automation tool could genuinely change how a client operates. This is about instinct as much as expertise. The role You will own our Process Automation portfolio. You will sit between vendors with ambitious roadmaps and a sales team that knows how to win - and make the two click! If you find a new application, you will pressure-test it properly: • Is this solving a real problem or just looking clever?, • Will clients pay for it? What you will actually be doing • Vendor matchmaking - You will build proper relationships, not transactional ones. You will challenge vendors. You will ask what is coming next. You will know before others do., • Shaping the case - You will take opportunities to the Technical Steering Group with clarity. ROI mapped. Delivery model defined. Risks understood. If it is approved, you will know exactly why., • Owning the launch - No dusty product launches. You will work with Sales Enablement and Directors to make sure teams understand the story, the value, and the angle. You will sit with Pre-Sales to shape real solutions. You will stay close until revenue proves the model works., • Sector focus - You will adapt solutions for Commercial, Strategic and Public Sector clients - including alignment with NHS transformation priorities where relevant. One size does not fit all., • Experience launching and commercialising digital, automation or IT-enabled services within Managed Services, SaaS, workflow or document environments., • Strong commercial judgement - you can build a clear business case, challenge assumptions, and balance opportunity with risk., • Technical fluency - you understand how automation solutions integrate into wider IT estates (APIs, cloud, security, delivery models) without needing to build them yourself., • Confidence working cross-functionally - Sales, Pre-Sales, Operations, Finance and senior stakeholders., • Ability to translate complex technology into simple, compelling propositions that sales teams can confidently take to market., • Flexible working options, • 33 days holiday including bank holidays, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Enhanced family friendly benefits (maternity, adoption, paternity and IVF), • 2 paid days off per year for voluntary work to support our local communities, • Staff Reward Scheme, • Pension scheme, • Life assurance 4 x salary, • Sponsorship for professional development and memberships, • Employee Assistance Programme, including access to a virtual GP and financial wellbeing support, • Mental health first aider support programme, • Cycle2work scheme, • Discounted Gym Membership, • Eye care voucher scheme, • Free flu vaccinations, • Employee social events and recognition activities throughout the year, • HP Employee discount programmes Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our success. We know true innovation flourishes when people can be their authentic selves. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds, and we actively value different perspectives across age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion and belief. Your individuality drives our shared success, and we encourage you to bring your whole self to Apogee. We support flexibility and accessibility. If flexible working is important to you, please include this alongside your salary expectations in your application so we can discuss it early in the process. If you have a disability or health condition and require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Team on 0345 300 9955 we are committed to making your experience inclusive and accessible. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community. We hold a Bronze Award in the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from Reservists, Veterans, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers and military families. Our award-winning customer service speaks for itself take a look at our excellent Trustpilot reviews and our Customer Experience Foundation Membership accreditation. Our application form is quick and easy no need to repeat your entire CV! Apogee may close this advert early if enough applications are received, so we encourage you to apply promptly. JBRP1_UKTJ

A leading professional services firm in the UK is seeking experienced SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Solution Architects.You will lead the design of cloud solutions across finance and supply chain while collaborating with various stakeholders.This role requires a proven track record in designing SAP solut

This role includes responsibilities like payroll management and procurement activities, providing an excellent opportunity for professionals aiming for leadership in public finance.

Exciting Opportunity: SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Finance Lead (Contract). If you are a motivated SAP finance specialist with proven leadership capabilities and a passion for delivering impactful cloud solutions, we would love to hear from you. Due to ongoing strategic initiatives and expansion, our Cl

We're seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a multi-site Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contract across three sites in Bristol and Somerset. This is an exceptional opportunity to take ownership of a high-performing contract and manage a team delivering essential public-sector services. If you have a strong background in PFI contract management and are passionate about driving operational excellence, this role offers long‑term career stability, development, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. About the Role As Operations Manager, you will oversee all operational, financial, and compliance activity across three court sites, leading a team of up to 20 people. You'll ensure the contract delivers against KPIs, maintains statutory and technical compliance, and continues to achieve high client satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the delivery of a multi-site PFI contract and ensuring full contractual compliance Managing budgets, performance, and service delivery with a focus on sustainability and long-term value Supporting and developing Site Managers and operational teams Managing supplier relationships and ensuring KPIs/SLA obligations are met Overseeing health & safety across all sites Leading lifecycle planning and annual work scheduling Running monthly performance meetings with the client Driving continuous improvement, governance, and customer excellence Conducting staff performance reviews and supporting wellbeing initiatives What You Will Bring 2-3 years of PFI contract management experience - essential Strong leadership experience within multi-site operational environments Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver consistent results Technical or FM qualification (IWFM or NEBOSH preferred) Excellent stakeholder management and customer relationship skills A resilient, confident decision-maker with a people‑focused approach Package & Benefits At least 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more Pension scheme with minimum 5% employee contribution, matched up to 6% Flexible benefits package Retail, leisure, and wellbeing discounts Two annual social impact/volunteering days Family-friendly policies Career development and funded leadership training Long-term, stable contract environment with strong progression pathways Working Pattern Based across three sites, with travel required between locations On site five days per week (occasional home working where appropriate) Full-time, 39 hours per week Contract Scale Direct responsibility for activity across contracts worth up to £10 million Part of a long-term contract valued at £130 million over 25 yearsIf you are open to opportunities, or want to have a confidential conversation regarding what is available and what the market looks like, please apply today. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Job Role: Workshop Engineer Location: Bristol, Avon Salary: £38,000-£45,000 base salary Hours: Monday – Thursday, 06:30 – 18:00, Friday 06:30 – 16:00 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Client: Interaction Technical has partnered with a well-established national plant hire firm to support their team expansion. Our client is looking to onboard an engineer from plant, HGV, or agricultural backgrounds. They offer a comprehensive training scheme with the opportunity to go into a field role in the future. The Package: 20 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays Full training and ongoing development Opportunity to gain various certifications (LOLER, CSCS etc) Free onsite parking Quarterly bonuses Christmas shut down and bonuses Opportunity to go into a field role in the future Responsibilities: Maintain and repair plant machinery and equipment in the workshop Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide expert recommendations Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance Offer training and support to clients' staff on machinery operation and maintenance best practices Keep detailed records of service activities, parts used, and work completed for accurate reporting Communicate effectively with the in-house engineering team to provide feedback and improve product performance 80/20 workshop based role, so sometimes it will be required of you to attend the clients site and carry out any necessary repairs or services, once competent Requirements: Previous experience in the plant, HGV, or agricultural industry (essential) Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems (essential) Experience working on engines (advantageous) Electrical and/or mechanical fault finding, repair, and service experience A desire to lead, manage, and grow a team Relevant qualifications (NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering) (advantageous) Full UK Driver's License About Interaction Recruitment: Interaction Recruitment has specialist consultants across various industries in the UK, including Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information about this position or to discuss other opportunities, please contact Julius on (phone number removed) or INDTE Thank you for your time. We look forward to speaking with you soon

Head of Finance 4 days a week Salary £45,000 to £50,000 for the 4 days pa plus excellent benefits (£56,250 to £62,500 for FTE) Hybrid working / Bristol Office - Royal Oak House, Bristol, BS1 4GB Quartet Community Foundation (Quartet) is a leading independent charity and grant-maker in the West of England supporting local charities and community groups in Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. At the heart of this, is our expert philanthropy service, built on trusted long-term relationships with our donors. Founded in 1986, Quartet is one of the first community associations in the UK, setting out to create a permanent source of support for local people. Quartet is part of a UK-wide network of 47 community foundations and a global movement of over 1,800 foundations championing 'local giving for local need'. Quartet this year celebrated the landmark of awarding £80 million in grants to communities over our 37-year history. In 2025 alone £5 million of grants were given to over 1,000 organisations. With a growing endowment fund currently at £64 million and over 300 named fundholder accounts, the future is bright and the opportunities significant for Quartet and our team. The Role The Head of Finance is responsible for the financial systems and accounting of Quartet to ensure the sound financial management of the organisation. They also oversee the effective delivery of many of Quartet's administrative operations to enable the smooth running of the charity. Our Board of Trustees, Leadership Team and all staff are committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and this commitment runs through all of our work and services. The Head of Finance will be required to uphold these principles and commitment. Responsible to: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The postholder will be working closely with staff throughout Quartet, the Board of Trustees and the Finance and Investment Committee. About you To succeed in this role you will: Be a qualified accountant or QBE with substantial financial and management accounting experience. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of leading and engaging with finance and other corporate functions to develop a mature and rounded service. Have an excellent understanding of financial and management accounting processes, financial reporting and audit planning as well as being adept at managing both your own and your team's priorities. Leading on communication with Investment Managers, analysing their quarterly performance and advising the CEO, Finance and Investment Committee and Board on risks and returns. Working with the CEO, Leadership team and trustees, you will be a strong leader able to communicate well with your peers and teams members and have resilience to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands from internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of SORP, tax and VAT In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy a wide variety of benefits including: Positive, collaborative, inclusive working culture Flexible working arrangements (subject to agreement and the requirements of the job) 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (all annual leave pro rata) Extra 3 days extra annual leave between Christmas and New Year (office is closed) Extra 1 days annual birthday leave Extra length of service annual leave after 5 years and 10 years. Employee Assistance Programme Health Benefits scheme via the Hospital Saturday Fund Cycle to Work scheme. 6% employer pension contribution after successful probation period completion, with pension contributions being backdated to the joining date. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For more information on this opportunity including a job description and person spec please contact Nicola Shaw our retained consultant on (phone number removed) or to apply send a CV and support statement to (url removed) Closing date 26th April Interview date 11th May

Interim Chief Financial Officer (6‑Month FTC) Bristol | £100,000-£110,000 Charles Maidment, from the Hays Bristol Senior Finance - Contracts & Interim team, is working on an exclusive interim CFO opportunity with a well‑regarded UK government agency, based in Bristol. This is an urgent appointment, created by an unexpected leaver, offering a genuine Number 1 in Finance mandate at executive level. The Opportunity This hands‑on interim role will suit an experienced CFO who can hit the ground running, partner confidently with the CEO and COO, and provide clear financial leadership at a critical time. You'll lead and stabilise the finance function while: Driving the team through a pending audit Acting as senior sponsor on a live finance system change Providing strategic input while remaining operationally credible The remit covers Finance and Commercial / Procurement teams What We're Looking For Proven interim CFO or #1 Finance lead experience (public sector or complex environments beneficial) Strong strategic presence, with the ability to operate hands‑on when needed Comfortable influencing at Board and Executive level Confident leading audit, governance, and systems transformation Resilient, pragmatic leader who can steady the ship quicklyLocation & Contract Bristol‑based office, with hybrid working Some UK travel aligned to Board and leadership meetings Initial 6‑month fixed‑term contract £100,000-£110,000For a confidential discussion, contact Charles Maidment at Hays Bristol - Senior Finance Interims & Contracts. 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 (url removed)

Senior Business Development Manager We have a fantastic opportunity for an experience Business Development Manager who has at least 2 years solid experience managing the development, creation and delivery of bids, proposals and tenders Ideally the successful Business Development Manager will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a face to face B2B sales role, presenting to senior stakeholders and experience of large scale tender and proposal management, including Public sector, CCS tenders. Salary: £40,000 + Commission: Uncapped £15,000 + Main purpose of role • You will be responsible for delivering the commercial results in line with new business strategy and ongoing commercial targets., • The focus of this role will be to generate new opportunities through actively identifying our target clients, grow the prospect list with large private sector businesses and public sector opportunities, you will be accountable for producing results which meet and exceed set targets. Main Tasks • Manage the development, creation and delivery of bids, proposals and tenders, working in partnership with other internal resources, • Review and interpret customer requirements and ensure that bids and tenders meet these requirements at optimum benefit to the business, • Ensure that bids and tenders are fully costed to accurately reflect operational and technical bid content and that meet business targets and strategy, • Support the wider team in bidding best practice, ensure effective management and preparation of all reviews so that all stakeholders are briefed appropriately and share best practice, • Consistently deliver against business targets, • Present solutions to customers, both face to face and via Teams, • Management of the full sales cycle from lead identification through to closing., • Generate your own leads and appointments through telemarketing, email, social and networking channels, • Effective handover management of customers to the Operations and Account Management teams Skills • Strong and demonstrable track record in winning bids/ tenders with large businesses, • Demonstrable track record of success within a face to face new business B2B sales role, • Confident at presenting, selling, and communicating to customers, • Understanding of the procurement processes and regulations, • A passion and drive for pre-sales and bid management, • Strong time management, • Determination and resilience to complete volume calls to produce results, • Excellent communication and networking - a focus on customer value, • Excellent attention to detail, an excellent grasp of English and Numeracy, • Self-motivation, resilience, ability to work under pressure and constantly manage priorities, • Ability to work with team members at all levels and seniority, • Literate in Finance and Commercial aspects of managing delivery of bids/tenders, • Knowledge of risk management Experience • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Bid/Tender management position, • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a face to face sales role, presenting to senior stakeholders, • Experience of large scale tender and proposal management, including Public sector, CCS tenders

Senior Copy Editor Newport, Edinburgh, Titchfield, or Darlington (4 days in office) £35 per hour initially 12 months Interview: virtual Advantage Resourcing is collaborating with a leading public organisation to recruit a Senior Copy Editor with added communications responsibilities. This role strengthens how the organisation writes, ensuring every piece of communication is clear, consistent, and impactful. You’ll help sharpen the organisation’s voice while supporting wider communications tasks in a small, flexible team. What will you be doing? Refine and edit reports, papers, and publications for clarity, accuracy, and tone consistency. Maintain and evolve a unified editorial style and organisational voice across all materials. Guide colleagues on writing best practice and deliver tailored training to build writing confidence and skill. Review and enhance content to ensure accessibility and maximum impact for audiences. Work with subject matter experts to craft concise, engaging, and effective messaging. Support communications tasks including media queries, web publishing, and digital content creation. A couple of things you should know: Proven background in copy editing or communications, ideally in a public or regulatory setting. Degree or equivalent experience in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field. Outstanding writing, editing, and proofreading ability with meticulous attention to detail. Track record of building others’ capability through coaching or training. Strong interpersonal skills—able to connect with colleagues and external partners with confidence. During an interview, you may be asked about: How you ensure written material is consistent, accurate, and engaging. Your methods for mentoring or supporting other writers. Examples of turning complex ideas into clear, accessible content. How you prioritise tasks in a small, fast-moving communications team. Sounds like you? Apply now or WhatsApp/ring Lukas - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to match top talent with the right opportunities. Whether you're looking to make a big impact or take the next step in your career, we’re here to support you. We work with businesses across the UK in Engineering, IT, Finance, and Marketing. If this role isn’t for you, visit (url removed) to sign up for job alerts and career advice

Senior BDM Red Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Business Development Manager in Bristol to join our client, one of the largest resellers of fuel cards. This is a great opportunity for someone to join a business who have been awarded the gold standard by Investors in People. The salary for this position is up to £45,000 per annum and also includes uncapped commission. This role is located in Bradley Stoke, Bristol and the office is a driven and friendly environment. To be considered for this role you should have previous experience in a bid/tender management position as you will be responsible for owning and driving the full sales cycle within the public-sector market. This includes identifying opportunities, managing long-cycle bids/tenders, building senior-level relationships, and securing high-value contracts. Benefits and Package for a Senior Business Development Manager: Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum plus uncapped commission Hours: Monday - Friday, full-time Contract Type: Permanent Location: Bristol (Bradley Stoke) Progression opportunities Fully funded qualifications Achievable targets and an uncapped commission structure 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and extra ad hoc incentive days Personal accident cover and group life Perkbox access Private health insurance after 1 years of service Supportive and rewarding environmentKey Responsibilities of a Senior Business Development Manager: Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within the public sector, including councils, NHS, blue-light services, education, and government agencies. Lead on complex bids, tenders, and framework submissions (e.g., CCS, ESPO, YPO), ensuring high-quality, compliant responses. Attend face-to-face meetings with clients and present solutions confidently to senior stakeholders, procurement teams, and decision-makers. Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, building long-term strategic partnerships. Build and manage a strong pipeline through proactive outreach, networking, events, and industry engagement. Conduct in-depth consultations to understand fleet requirements and deliver tailored proposals. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and public-sector developments to shape sales strategy. Collaborate closely with Marketing, Operations, and Client Services to ensure seamless onboarding and high customer satisfaction. Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasting, and reporting to senior leadership.Key Skills and Experience of a Senior Business Development Manager: A minimum of 2 years' experience in a bid/tender management position You should have experience in a face to face sales role, presenting to senior stakeholders You should have a strong and demonstrable track record in winning bids/tenders Ideally, you will have a passion for pre-sales and bid management You should be literate in Finance and Commercial aspects of managing the delivery of bids/tenders Determination and resilience are key attributes you should have to complete volume calls to produce resultsIf you are interested in this position and have the relevant skills to be a Senior BDM and experience required to be considered for this role, please apply now! Red Recruitment (Agency)

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