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Job Title: Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Colchester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning, development economics, and design consultancy in their search for an Associate Director to join their established team. About the Company: This highly regarded consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering expert planning and development advice across England and Wales. Working with major developers, housebuilders, and public sector clients, they are known for their collaborative culture, innovative thinking, and involvement in high-profile and complex projects. The Role: As part of the Colchester-based planning team, you will play a key leadership role in delivering a wide range of projects. This will include strategic planning, development management, and coordinating planning applications for both private and public sector clients. You will also contribute to the continued growth and success of the office, supporting team development and strengthening client relationships. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to delivery, • Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base, • Oversee development management projects and planning applications, • Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and consultants, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, • Minimum of 6 years' planning experience, • MRTPI qualified, • Strong commercial awareness with experience in both forward planning and development management, • Excellent knowledge of UK planning legislation, • Strong analytical and report writing skills, • Confident communicator with experience in client-facing roles, • Proven project management capabilities, • Competitive salary package based on experience, • Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects, • Clear career progression within a respected national consultancy, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service up to 30 days), • Private medical insurance, • Pension scheme (salary sacrifice), • Life assurance / Death in Service benefit, • Employee assistance programme (24/7 support), • Cycle to work scheme, • Eye care vouchers, • Staff referral bonus scheme Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or

Job Title: Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Colchester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning, development economics, and design consultancy in their search for an Associate Director to join their established team. About the Company: This highly regarded consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering expert planning and development advice across England and Wales. Working with major developers, housebuilders, and public sector clients, they are known for their collaborative culture, innovative thinking, and involvement in high-profile and complex projects. The Role: As part of the Colchester-based planning team, you will play a key leadership role in delivering a wide range of projects. This will include strategic planning, development management, and coordinating planning applications for both private and public sector clients. You will also contribute to the continued growth and success of the office, supporting team development and strengthening client relationships. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to delivery Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base Oversee development management projects and planning applications Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and consultants Build and maintain strong client relationships Support business development and contribute to office growthRequirements: Minimum of 6...

Ready to lead nationally significant Habitat Regulations Assessment work and shape the future of HRA delivery? Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description. Join a multi-award-winning consultancy where your leadership and technical expertise will drive innovation, influence strategy and deliver real environmental impact. Purpose & Scope of the Role We are seeking an Associate Director/Director level ecologist with strong Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) expertise to lead and grow our national HRA capability. You will play a strategic role within a UK-wide ecology team, contributing to the expansion of our European presence and strengthening an already diverse HRA project portfolio. Working within a multidisciplinary consultancy, you will collaborate closely with planning, engineering and environmental teams, supporting projects across sectors including residential, energy, infrastructure, minerals and defence throughout the UK and Ireland. Your Impact in this Position As the national HRA lead, you will set technical direction, drive innovation and ensure excellence in the delivery of HRA and RIAA outputs. You will lead programme delivery, support business growth through bids and tenders, and build strong client and stakeholder relationships. You will mentor and develop a team of specialists, embedding best practice and ensuring high-quality outputs, while influencing how HRA is applied across complex and high-profile projects. Core Capabilities Technical Leadership in HRA • Lead delivery and quality assurance of HRA and RIAA across a national project portfolio, • Shape service growth and contribute to business strategy, • Build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, • Mentor and develop technical specialists, fostering a high-performing team, • Oversee complex project delivery as Programme Manager, • Ensure innovative, client-focused and compliant solutionsSkills, Experience & Qualifications, • Extensive experience in Habitat Regulations Assessment, including complex and large-scale projects, • Strong leadership and team development experience, • Excellent understanding of relevant legislation and guidance, • Proven stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness, • Relevant degree and professional membership (e.g. CIEEM); Chartered status desirable Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide.We have a wide range ofexpertiseacross our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value.We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who areLeading with Scienceto solve our clients most complex problems. In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employeesrequiringadditionalarrangements. xrnqpay This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role

Job Description: Registered Manager - EBD children's home Accountable to: Operations Director (Nominated Individual), Senior Leadership Team Hours of Employment: Full time - 40 hours per week, plus on call duties as required to meet the needs of the organisation. Salary: £42-47k per annum plus bonus scheme. Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Organisation Overview: Our client is currently a small, EBD children provider, providing care to vulnerable children with varying needs. We feel that this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate, as they will be able to develop the existing service and have the autonomy to grow the service responsibly. They are a provider committed to offering high-quality care, support and education to children in a safe and nurturing environment. With a strong emphasis on person-centred care, our organisation aims to provide exceptional care and support while adhering to industry regulations and best practices. It is a contractual requirement for all employees across the organisation to comply with the missions and values as set out below: Our Mission: Our mission is to deliver a supportive and empowering service which enables us to deliver high quality support, care, and education. Our core values and principles promote accountability which enables us to stay focused on well-being, keeping people safe from harm and supporting them to achieve their full potential. Our Values: Supportive: We provide caring, compassionate, and dedicated, support, care, and education to ensure people are safe and can thrive. Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description. Accountable: We hold our support, care, and education services accountable to the highest standards of safeguarding, integrity, transparency, ethics, and regulatory standards. Focused: We stay focused on understanding each person's uniqueness through a person-centred approach. We see the whole person to provide tailored support, care, and education for every individual's needs on what makes the biggest difference in their lives. Empowering: We empower people by building trusting relationships that focus on their strengths, dignity, and potential. Through compassionate support, care, and education we encourage and strive to achieve positive outcomes that enable people to reach their full potential. Job Summary: The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the supported living service, providing leadership and guidance to the staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting the well-being of the service users. This role plays a crucial part in creating a safe and nurturing environment that supports the personal growth and development of the service users in our service. Key Responsibilities: 1. Management and Leadership: • Provide strong leadership and supervision to all staff members., • Foster a positive and collaborative team culture, promoting teamwork and professional development., • Ensure staff adherence to policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines. 2. Operations and Compliance: • Oversee the daily operations of the facility, including safety, maintenance, and resource allocation., • Ensure strict adherence to OFFSTED regulations and compliance with relevant legislation and quality standards., • Ensure the well-being, safety, and positive development of all service users., • Oversee case management processes, including assessments, support plans, and progress monitoring., • Address critical incidents and provide crisis intervention as needed. 4. Staff Development: • Identify training needs and provide or facilitate training and professional development opportunities for staff., • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback., • Manage staffing levels, recruitment, and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage. 5. Quality Assurance: • To work closely with the quality director and their team to ensure systems and processes are embedded across the service., • Implement and monitor quality assurance systems to track and improve service delivery., • Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements to enhance service user's outcomes. 6. Financial Management: • Liaise with the accounts manager over the service budget, including expenditure tracking and financial reporting., • Ensure efficient resource allocation and cost-effective operations. 7. Community Engagement: • Build and maintain positive relationships with community organisations, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Qualification and Experience: • A level 5 diploma Leadership & management or the ability to work towards., • Full UK driving licence., • Substantial experience in a managerial role within a supported Children setting., • Strong understanding of offsted regulations and compliance requirements., • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills., • Knowledge of local resources and support services for service users., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Job Description: Registered Manager - EBD children's home Accountable to: Operations Director (Nominated Individual), Senior Leadership Team Hours of Employment: Full time - 40 hours per week, plus on call duties as required to meet the needs of the organisation. Salary: £42-47k per annum plus bonus scheme. Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Organisation Overview: Our client is currently a small, EBD children provider, providing care to vulnerable children with varying needs. We feel that this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate, as they will be able to develop the existing service and have the autonomy to grow the service responsibly. They are a provider committed to offering high-quality care, support and education to children in a safe and nurturing environment. With a strong emphasis on person-centred care, our organisation aims to provide exceptional care and support while adhering to industry regulations and best practices. It is a contractual requirement for all employees across the organisation to comply with the missions and values as set out below: Our Mission: Our mission is to deliver a supportive and empowering service which enables us to deliver high quality support, care, and education. Our core values and principles promote accountability which enables us to stay focused on well-being, keeping people safe from harm and supporting them to achieve their full potential. Our Values: Supportive: We provide caring, compassionate, and dedicated, support, care, and education to ensure people are safe and can thrive. Accountable: We hold our support, care, and education services accountable to the highest standards of safeguarding, integrity, transparency, ethics, and regulatory standards. Focused: We stay focused on understanding each person's uniqueness through a person-centred approach. We see the whole person to provide tailored support, care, and education for every individual's needs on what makes the biggest difference in their lives. xrnqpay Empowering: We empower people by building trusting relationships that focus on their strengths, dignity, and potential. Throu

Job Title: Asbestos Surveyor Location: Colchester, Essex Salary/Benefits: £26k - £42k + Training & Benefits A UKAS accredited consultancy is recruiting for a professional Asbestos Surveyor to join their team. You will be covering contracts across Essex and East Anglia, undertaking the full range of asbestos surveys and obtaining ACM samples for analysis. Our client has an excellent reputation within the industry and can offer good scope for training into air monitoring and gaining the P403 and P404 (or RSPH equivalents). In addition, they are offering competitive base salaries, and usual company benefits, i.e. company vehicle, overtime opportunities, pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Locations of work include: Colchester, West Mersea, Witham, Braintree, Bishop’s Stortford, Sudbury, Hadleigh, Ipswich, Manningtree, Thaxted, Haverhill, Cambridge, Newmarket, Buntingford, Royston, Ely, Bury St Edmunds, Maldon, Stowmarket, Claydon, Thetford, Diss, Felixstowe, Harwich, Chatteris, Huntingdon, Swaffham, Norwich, Lowestoft. Experience / Qualifications: • Experience working as an Asbestos Surveyor within a UKAS accredited company, • Must have obtained the BOHS P402 or RSPH equivalent, • Further industry qualifications would be advantageous (i.e. P403, P404, COCA or RSPH tickets), • Will be signed off to complete all asbestos surveys, • Able to prioritise own workloads, • Good literacy, numeracy and IT skill level The Role: • Undertaking thorough asbestos management, demolition and refurbishment surveys, • Safely obtaining samples from site and delivering to the lab for analysis, • Compiling results and producing detailed survey reports, • Creating site-specific floorplans / schematic drawings, • Providing a consultancy service to clients, advising on findings and answering any technical queries, • Working to set deadlines and daily personal targets, • Ensuring to be punctual and professional when on site, • Supporting the training of new members of staff Alternative job titles: Asbestos Consultant, Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Surveyor / Analyst, Environmental Consultant. Future Select are the leading market supplier for recruitment in the Asbestos industry; we work with the best clients and candidates and supply the majority of permanent jobs in the asbestos market. We have a large dedicated team, with over 25 years combined industry experience within Asbestos recruitment specifically geared to dealing with Asbestos Surveyors/Analysts/Lab Technicians, Administrators, Project/Regional /Technical/Quality/Training/Sales Managers through to Director Level for both Consultancy & Removal. We have intrinsic knowledge of the market place, as well as respecting candidates/clients confidentiality in this close knit market sector. We are also interested in anyone with p401/p402/p403/p404/p404 or s301 CCP. We are inundated with applications, we will endeavour to get back in touch, however if you have applied to Future Select and you have not heard from us after a week, on this occasion, you will not have been successful. Your details will be saved on our system and you will be contacted in the future if a vacancy matches your skills. Future Select Copyright 2026

We’re building something powerful. Let’s build it together. We've delivered high-performance embedded computing solutions for four decades across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We’re proud to be experts in what we do and are looking for more brilliant people to join our team. The Role Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Test Manager will manage the day-to-day activities of the test department, ensuring all customer deliveries are fully tested, verified, and released on schedule. This role is cantered on operational excellence, strong team leadership, and driving cross-functional and continuous improvement initiatives across production. What will I be delivering? • Lead the daily operations of the test area, ensuring equipment, processes, and team members are effectively optimised to deliver high throughput, consistent quality, and strong overall performance, • Execute the production test plan, ensuring all testing activities align with delivery schedules and operational KPIs., • Ensure the test facility remains operational, including contingency planning, resource allocation, and shift/workload management, • Working cross-functionally with departments such as Planning, Procurement, Engineering and Quality, • Foster a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and collaboration. What do I need to bring with me? The ideal candidate is a proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and leads by example. Essential Knowledge & Experience: • Experience leading teams within electronic, or manufacturing environment, • Skilled in task planning, workload management, coaching, and mentoring, • Strong understanding of the product process and quality controls., • Ability to resource manage to successfully deliver to deadlines Desirable: • Degree, BTEC / NVQ Electronics (or equivalent) qualified within a manufacturing discipline or suitable industry experience in a highly regulated manufacturing industry e.g., Aerospace Defence, Medical Benefits for working at Concurrent • 25 days holidays + bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme., • Annual profit share bonus., • Cycle to work, Home & Tech and car salary sacrifice schemes., • Death in service benefit & income protection., • Employee assistance programme and virtual GP., • Employee referral scheme., • Enhanced parental leave., • Generous company pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution., • One paid volunteering day per year., • Private Health Insurance through Bupa., • YuLife wellbeing app. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome all applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age. Please let us know if you require anything which would enable your success throughout our interview process. Security Clearance Please be aware that certain roles working for Concurrent will be subject to security and export control restrictions. These specific roles are therefore subject to candidates being able to meet BPSS level pre-employment screening criteria. GDPR By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with Concurrent's Data Protection Policy. We will use your information solely for recruitment purposes and will not share it with third parties without your consent. Your data will be stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the recruitment process. You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data at any time. For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy

We’re hiring a Chief Commercial Officer (hands-on, builder role) in clean energy.We’ve recently brought a residential energy storage product to market, and we’re now installing systems across April and May.We’re looking for someone to take ownership of the commercial side —.D2C motion alon

Love Recruitment Iis proud to be working as the retained recruitment partner for TRX in their search for an EMEA & UK Sales Director to join their Senior Leadership Team. Your recruiter for this role is Cam Bridger and Abhishek Lakhina at Love Recruitment International. Love Recruitment Internationa

Are you a highly entrepreneurial person with a Financial Investment background dealing with HNW clients who enjoys building relationships with prospects? If so, the Private Client Director might be the opportunity for you!. The Role of the Private Client Director:. The primary responsibilities of th

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Leaders in the Health-Tech space with and AI backed solution supporting a huge global client base!.Well-established, but going through an exciting transformation phase! A great time to join!.A Times recognised “UK Best Place to Work”.This is a senior, customer-facing role focused on owning and g

We are now supporting this vibrant company with the recruitment of an Account Manager or Account Director who will work on a dedicated account. This role would suit a proactive Account Manager, Sales Manager or Account Director working in MICE, destinations or venues /hotels who is keen to drive for

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Sales Director – Profit Centre Lead, £70,000 basic | £100,000+ package plus Profit Share, Executive Company Car | Bupa | 6% Pension, Milton Keynes. As Sales Director / General Manager, you'll take full responsibility for turnover, margin, operating costs and long-term growth strategy.

This role is responsible for improving how commercial teams operate across sales, marketing and customer‑facing functions, with a strong emphasis on data accuracy, execution discipline and predictable revenue outcomes.The focus is on creating clear visibility into performance through rigorous use

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An established UK ecology consultancy is seeking an Associate Director of Ecology to lead the creation and growth of a new regional team and office in England.

As the International Sales Director, you will have full responsibility for the international P&L.

Account Director – Built Environment. We're looking for a Account Director to join a growing London Planning Team.

Ready to scale the UKs leading manufacturer of precast concrete products brand?.This is a rare opportunity to take full commercial ownership of two high-performing.In this role you will have full accountability for winning new business as well as leading a sales team.Your background would ideally be

Assistant Director of Rowing & Senior Coach. We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Assistant Director of Rowing and Senior Coach to join a.

A well-established and growing independent accountancy firm based in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Audit Director (Responsible Individual) to support the continued development of its audit practice. As Audit Director and Responsible Individual, you will take overall responsibility for the fir

Previously operating at Compliance Manager level, the function now requires a strategic leader capable of operating at director level.

As Managing Director you will oversee all day-to-day manufacturing activities, leading teams across production, quality, logistics, and maintenance.

Having recently strengthened its senior leadership structure, the Managing Director is now seeking to appoint a Technical Director to take ownership of the technical and architectural function and support the continued expansion of the business. Your New RoleAs Technical Director, you will lead and

As an Account Director, you will assist with the oversight of the department responsible for delivering all client commitments.

As Managing Director you will oversee all day-to-day manufacturing activities, leading teams across production, quality, logistics, and maintenance.

The business is now looking to appoint a Finance Director to the board, to take full responsibility for all aspects of Financial management and reporting, Company Secretarial, HR and Purchasing functions.

Executive Director of Student Recruitment, Admissions and Compliance. We are seeking an outstanding senior leader to take on the role of Executive Director of Student Recruitment, Admissions and Compliance, a pivotal Group appointment at the heart of our global growth strategy. This is a high-profil

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The Associate Director, Participant Recruitment is responsible for leading and delivering participant recruitment across a multi-site clinical research network, ensuring studies meet enrolment targets within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards. This role owns the recruitment engine end-

Cobalt Recruitment is pleased to be partnering with a leading property management business in the appointment of a Commercial Director, overseeing a flagship campus in the UK.

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Business Development Director, CME, Europe. A well established leader in Continuing Medical Education (CME) offering high-quality, innovative education are seeking a Director of Educational Development to drive growth within its European CME division.

An exciting opportunity for a Director of GMP Operations to join a leading BioPharma Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) based in Kent. Your duties as the Director of GMP Operations will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:. As the Manufacturin

Project Development and Finance Senior Associate / Legal Director 5+ PQE. Our client, a highly ranked international firm are seeking a Senior Associate / Legal Director to join their Energy & Natural Resources team.

You’ll have developed to Principal+ Consultant grade and have a proven track record in your region/ discipline/ portfolio/ area of expertise (you could be a Director, AD, Associate, Principal or maybe even an excellent Senior). To be a successful recruitment consultant you need to be able to turn

Associate Director – Cable Design. By submitting your resume, you acknowledge that Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an employment agency, does not guarantee employment, and will keep your information confidential.

Global Medical Director – Neuroscience. As part of the Neuroscience division, this Global Medical Director role will focus on upcoming new launches.

Seeking a Director to drive cable system design across major projects in the UK and Europe, including HV substations, transmission assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage. By submitting your resume, you acknowledge that Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an employment agency, does n

Director of Financial Crime (MLCO) - North West England (Hybrid - 3 days in office). This is a Director-level position, sitting in the second line of defence, with overall responsibility for the financial crime framework and acting as the Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO).

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