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About Creode We're a digital marketing agency specialising in financial services. We partner with financial services brands that want to challenge the market and grow - from building societies to FinTechs - helping them compete and win through smart strategy, effective campaigns, and websites that perform. We're a team of specialists who value accountability, problem-solving, and impact. We're investing in proprietary tech which supports our clients and streamlines delivery, and we're integrating AI into our workflows. This means we can focus on what matters: delivering excellent work for clients who trust us with their digital presence and marketing messaging. The role We're looking for a Client Delivery Manager to own the day-to-day relationship with our digital clients, ensuring smooth delivery of website updates, enhancements, and support work, as well as managing full website builds. This isn't a strategic account management role, nor is it a traditional project management position. It's the crucial operational layer between clients and our technical team - someone who keeps work flowing, problems solved, and clients confident that we've got things in hand. You'll manage a mixed portfolio: some clients have just a few hours of ad hoc work each month, others have larger ongoing requirements. Most communication is via email, but you'll need to be comfortable picking up the phone when it matters. You won't be working in isolation. Our development team are here to support you with technical queries and will handle the complex technical work directly. Your job is to understand enough to ask the right questions, brief work clearly, and know when to bring others into client conversations. What matters is that you're curious enough to learn, confident enough to ask questions, and collaborative enough to know when to bring in technical expertise. This role reports to Emma Severn, Account Director. What you'll be doingClient relationship management • Proactively manage retainer utilisation - tracking hours, flagging issues, and suggesting ways clients can get value from their allocation, • Send regular reports showing what's been delivered and what's remaining, • Conduct regular check-ins with clients to prioritise work and maintain relationships, • Be the first point of contact for queries and requests, • Testing work to ensure it is error free before sending it back to the clientDelivery coordination, • Turn client briefs into clear, actionable tickets for developers and designers, • Use approved AI tools to streamline workflows, aid document creation, and improve communications, • Coordinate work across the team and attend stand-ups to stay on top of what's in flight, • Ensure developers are properly briefed and clients are updated when work is completedCommercial accuracy, • Manage invoicing in Xero with meticulous attention to detail, • Track project budgets and flag early when work is trending over budget, • Build towards autonomy in quoting additional workProblem ownership, • When something goes wrong, own it - don't pass it to the client to solve, • Bring solutions, not problems, • Show empathy and urgency when clients are stuckWhat we're looking forEssential:, • 2-3 years' experience in a client-facing role (agency, web development, or similar), • Genuine interest in digital and websites - conceptual understanding of WordPress, plugins, APIs, and web architecture, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • Proficiency with AI tools for writing, research and planning, • Obsessive attention to detail, especially around invoicing and commitments, • Proactive mindset - you spot problems before they become crises, • Genuine people skills and curiosity about clients and their challenges, • Enthusiastic, positive outlook, you bring good energy to your team and clients, • A team player who celebrates shared wins and supports others when things get busy, • Takes pride in doing things properly, not just quicklyDesirable:, • Familiarity with WordPress, • Experience with Xero or similar accounting software, • Understanding of retainer-based client relationships, • Clients consistently using their retainer hours effectively, • Accurate invoicing that maintains strong client relationships, • Smooth coordination between clients and the technical team, • Proactive identification and resolution of issues before they escalate, • Strong working relationships with clients built on trust and reliabilityWhat we offer, • Hybrid working: Tuesday and Wednesday in the office (moving to Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday), • Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays, • Benefits: Private healthcare, pension contribution, performance-related bonus scheme, • Development: Professional development budget and training support, • Clients: Work with interesting financial services brands (building societies, fintechs, insurance, wealth management), • Team: Small team environment where you can make a genuine impact, • Take responsibility for outcomes, not just outputs, • See the bigger picture - budget, timeline, goals, • Communicate with honesty and transparency, • When things go wrong, we fix themSolve Problems, • Clients need solutions, not just services, • Use insight and experience to find opportunities, • Bring answers, not just questions, • Tackle challenges head-onHave Impact, • Focus on work that moves the needle, • Measure what matters, • Build client success and agency reputation, • Contribute to team and business growthGrow Our People, • Invest in learning, development, and clear career paths, • Give feedback with honesty, kindness, and intent to improve, • Create an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment, • Champion diversity of thinking, backgrounds, and experienceShow Up for Each Other, • Value people over process, always, • Foster trust, psychological safety, and collaboration, • Support wellbeing, balance, and long-term sustainability, • Take care of each other, especially when things get toughGive Back, • We're part of something bigger than ourselves, • Support communities where we work and live, • Use our skills to create a positive social impact, • Champion causes and organisations that align with our values Living our values In client work: Our values drive every client interaction - from taking ownership of project outcomes to solving complex challenges and ensuring every piece of work delivers measurable impact. In team culture: These aren't just words on a page. They define how we collaborate, communicate, and support each other. Every team member contributes to living these values daily. In growth: Our commitment to these values helps us grow as individuals and as an agency. They guide our decisions, shape our culture, and drive our success. How to apply Send your CV and a cover letter to explaining: • Why this role appeals to you specifically (not just "I'm passionate about digital"), • An example of a time you proactively solved a client problem before it escalated Questions about the role? Contact Emma Severn at Creode is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us Harris & Co is part of the G&E Group, a collective of 4 high-performing Executive Search Recruitment businesses headquartered in Central London - Oxford Circus. We identify and engage leaders with their next ideal role and help major businesses scale their teams. Focusing on Life Sciences and Construction markets across the US we have developed specialist niches within those industries. We work with talent typically on $150k+ annual salaries and network with Executives across the region. We're passionate about developing talent and turn ambition and drive into real success. 99% of our hires come from the entry level - no prior experience - you just need to motivated and have the desire to be the best. Our Managing Directors are organically grown - with the youngest being only 26! About the position Position title: Executive Search Recruitment Consultant Location: 1 E Parade, Leeds LS1 2AD - 5 days in office Mon-Fri This is an entry-level position suitable for recent graduates or those with no prior Recruitment experience. You'll be working in a 360 Recruitment role, with focus on permanent placements in the the US market; market specialism will be dependant business & team. • Identify and win new clients across your sector and maintain long-term partnerships., • Effectively manage end-to-end Executive search assignments, from client briefing through to placement; manage interviews, feedback, and offer negotiation., • Conduct in-depth market research, headhunt global senior talent, build strong candidate pipelines and keep up-to-date with industry trends., • Consistently hit personal billing targets and KPIs while contributing to wider team success., • Keep the CRM & databases updated. What is in it for you? • Base salary + an industry-leading uncapped commission structure up to 60%. (Recent monthly paychecks have been up to £80k+), • Unparalleled career progression - we frequently have consultants step into management within 12-months and have a direct path to Managing Director level within 5 years., • Access to an exceptional training and L&D program (some of our top performers have billed 60 consecutive months and counting!)., • Regular incentives: global trips to locations like Las Vegas, Ibiza, Miami, and Meribel. Monthly office incentive days e.g. trips to Michelin star restaurants. So what are we looking for from you? What we want to see • Your successes: what academic, sporting, or life achievements have you had?, • Examples of being resilient: what setbacks or obstacles have you overcome?, • Team player with examples of you working in a team or supporting peers and/or colleagues., • Results-driven mindset and the ability to meet targets and deliver high-quality service., • Strong communication skills and confidence in engaging key stakeholders., • Bachelor's degree or equivalent is preferred but not required. Please note that you must have permanent right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

Overview Cactus Life Sciences partners with the global biopharma industry to drive innovation and elevate patient outcomes through agile, science-driven medical communications. We transform complex data into actionable insights, bridging the critical gaps between research, decision-making, and real-world healthcare impact. As a growing scientific communications agency, we are seeking a Senior Account Manager who will be responsible for managing accounts and standard projects independently, ensuring they are completed on budget, on schedule, and to the required specifications. Please note: We are a remote-first organization, and we embrace an "accelerate from anywhere culture". You may be required to travel based on business requirements or for company/team events. Responsibilities Client relationship accountability • Understand client objectives, adapt to their working style, and ensure all deliverables align with client expectations, • Proactively identify challenges and delivery risks, implementing solutions and corrective measures to strengthen partnerships and optimise outcomes, • Lead and support strategic, complex projects across therapeutic areas using compelling storytelling and impactful visual conceptualization, • Ensure a seamless client experience and drive timely project closure to boost productivity, • Review deliverables to ensure alignment with client objectives and monitor timelines to ensure on-schedule delivery, • Lead project kick-off and client calls, share scopes and MoMs promptly, and conduct debriefs to capture and implement learnings, • Lead project status meetings with accurate reporting to ensure alignment with client objectives, • Identify growth opportunities and support the Account Director with business forecasting #LI-Remote Qualifications and Prerequisites • Education: Degree minimum (life science degree advantageous) or demonstrable experience in medical communications or pharmaceutical industry, • Experience: 2+ years’ experience as an Account Manager within healthcare communications agencies, predominantly in the medical affairs, • Business skills: Strong client relationship-building and business communication skills with experience in managing small accounts and executing global programs while ensuring client satisfaction and trust, • Business Acumen: Demonstrates strong understanding of medical communications, has knowledge of client environments and market dynamics, and makes strategic decisions that drive value for both the company and its clients, • Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills by building rapport across diverse personalities, presenting facts objectively, owning mistakes, and solving problems with excellence, • Technology skills: Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Microsoft Project), Adobe, • AI Adaptability: Shows an eagerness to learn and apply AI tools and technologies, • 30 days of annual leaves., • Statutory leaves including SSP, maternity and paternity leaves., • Holistic wellness support with access to fitness club, sportive activities and eye tests., • Financial security through life assurance and income protection. Before applying, please ensure you meet the role requirements listed above and have legal authorization to work in the country where this role is advertised. The selection process for this role includes an initial recruiter screening, two interviews with the hiring manager and peers, and HR interview rounds. Equal Opportunity Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed. We celebrate the uniqueness of our team members and prohibit discrimination of any kind, based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Accelerating from Anywhere As a remote-first organization, these are essential attributes we look for in all our candidates. • Taking ownership of your work with minimal supervision, showing strong ability to organize, prioritize and deliver results independently., • Documenting work that brings everyone on the same page., • Maturity to choose between synchronous and asynchronous collaboration. At Cactus Life Sciences (cactuslifesciences.com), we believe the future of medical communications lies at the intersection of science, technology, and human connection. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, with teams in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, India, and Japan, we help biopharmaceutical organizations redefine scientific exchange - leveraging AI, automation, and innovation while keeping patients at the heart of everything we do. Our expertise spans medical strategy, scientific content development, and medical education across therapeutic areas and the product lifecycle. By blending scientific rigor, agile operational models, and future-ready technologies, we partner with medical affairs teams to catalyze their transformation, adapt to a changing landscape, and drive meaningful outcomes for healthcare communities worldwide.

Consultant Ophthalmologist • Location: Bristol - United Kingdom, • Job Type: Full-time, • Salary: Negotiable We are recruiting for an organization that offers high-quality patient care, prides itself on excellent clinical outcomes, and state of the art innovation. We are seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist to join their dedicated team - in a role that offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a specific focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. Day-to-Day of the Role: • Perform a range of ophthalmology procedures on patients referred to the treatment centre, adhering to centre protocols and practices., • Conduct preoperative and postoperative activities, including clinical support work., • Engage in outpatient assessments prior to surgery and manage all aspects of post-operative care., • Demonstrate high-level skills in both operative and non-operative management and assessment of ophthalmology-specific procedures such as Slit-Lamp examination, Gonioscopy, Fundoscopy, and High Volume Phacoemulsification under topical anaesthesia., • Participate in the potential development of Medical Retina/Glaucoma services., • Collaborate closely with both surgical and non-surgical colleagues as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care., • Engage in audit, research, and management of services, contributing to departmental meetings and treatment centre management in agreement with the Medical Director. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience and high skill level in ophthalmology, particularly in surgical procedures and patient management., • Ability to perform the listed procedures independently with an excellent clinical quality record., • Commitment to teamwork, developing clinical care pathways, and improving these pathways over time., • Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude towards patient care., • Willingness to provide out of hours on-call cover on a rota basis., • Engagement in management tasks and clinical supervision of junior medical and/or other clinical staff. Benefits: • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package., • Opportunities for professional development and training., • Participation in innovative projects and the potential to lead new services., • Supportive and collaborative work environment. To apply for the Consultant Ophthalmologist position, please click apply now or email your consultant at

Director of Photonics Strategy United Kingdom The Director of Photonics Strategy role focuses on evaluating the direction of multiple competing technologies within Photonics within the semiconductor sector. The Director of Photonics Strategy will lead long‑term technical and commercial strategy for photonics technologies. The Director of Photonics Strategy will work across academic and international collaborations, government advisory and investor relations to shape future capability. Responsibilities Develop the strategy for photonics technologies. Assess market trends, technology roadmaps and future capability needs. Work with industry, universities and research centres on collaborative programmes Define photonics investment priorities and long‑term technical direction Lobby for developments related to photonics growth Oversee programmes focused on photonics R&D, skills development and manufacturing capability Represent the organisation at external engagements, industry forums and technical reviews Prepare clear recommendations to senior stakeholders. Requirements Deep experience in photonics, optical components or PIC based optical technologies Strong understanding of the global photonics landscape Background in strategy, technology road mapping or senior‑level technical leadership Ability to influence stakeholders across industry, academia and government Experience delivering multi‑partner technology programmes Excellent communication and decision‑making skills If you’re interested in the position of Director of Photonics Strategy, please apply or contact Chris Moffatt for more details.

Please provide a short (300 word) role statement with your application, focusing on why you would be a great fit for iOpener. Project / Programme Manager at iOpener - 30 hours per week (5 days), remote What we do We make leadership, learning and life better by creating amazing experiences for our clients and consultants through managing our bespoke leadership programs. How? Through our customized leadership programs that are delivered at the world’s best business schools. We deliver across the world to dozens of organizations. We also do a lot of research, we have been investigating Happiness at Work for over 14 years. In addition, we also do Coaching - through 1-1 executive coaching to delivering an accredited coaching program. Who we are A small team of 8 colleagues including Directors and Program Managers. We also have a network of 80 executive coaches and facilitators scattered across the world. When we get a consultancy project, we allocate a Client Director, Program Manager and a bunch of consultants. We serve dozens of clients at any given time and 95% of them come back for more. Who you are You are the bridge between our consultants and clients. This means really understanding and tuning into what our clients need and making sure our consultants know what to do and by when. You will be dealing with the essentials; managing, quality, logistics and commercials. Plus, really identifying how do we best give the client what they need so we not only retain them, but deepen our partnership even further. This might be a really interesting prospect for someone wishing to further their insight into their insight into a role in business psychology, leadership, learning and development. You will also be: • Acclimatized to a fast-paced, project management, environment while managing multiple stakeholders, • Familiar with, or comfortable, working within an associate model with experience in either Leadership & Development, Learning & Development or Business Schools, • Passionate about creating positive change that leads to demonstrable impact, • Self-motivated and efficient when it comes to the task at hand, • Commercially savvy - you know the numbers and how to report and make decisions, • Creative, imaginative and innovative and willing to collaborate when help is required, • Able to thrive under ambiguity and create clarity, • Outcomes and solutions-focused, • An exceptional communicator, both verbal and written, with a deep understanding of effective stakeholder management, • Empathetic, warm and a great team player The team you’ll work with Reporting to the Operations Manager and working closely with the Client Director, you will work as a member within the client services team, who are accountable for: • Managing client and key stakeholder engagements and communications, • Managing resourcing and logistics for all client projects, • Supporting our wider iOpener community to design and deliver world-class programs, • Helping Client Directors to manage the commercials for all projects The Program Manager role at iOpener 1. Key Tasks: Examples of the kind of tasks you would undertake would include: • Overseeing client projects, from proposal through to the delivery phase, • Creating project plans and maintaining financial margins and budgets on programs, • Ensuring that iOpener IP is stored properly and kept up to date, • Spearheading logistical, setup and material arrangements for projects while ensuring all stakeholders are kept in the loop and have what they need, • Setting up and running MS Teams/Zoom calls for meetings and virtual learning 2. Essential Skills: • Experienced in managing projects, ideally within a Learning & Development, Business School or Consultancy environment, • A capable user of MS office Suite (or Google equivalent) - you can make high impact, visual slides and documents, • Proactive in managing your own workload & priorities - there is a lot of autonomy!, • An exceptionally talented communicator. You are speaking to senior HR Directors to Deans at Business Schools, • A critical thinker and attentive to detail, • Offer technical support such as supporting a MS Teams/Zoom delivery, sometimes on a weekend, • Sharing the impact of our consultancy on social media, • Managing and supporting online meetings and training 3. Desirable Skills: We would also love if you had experience and interest in: • Typeform, HubSpot, WorkFlowMax (or similar PM tools), • Designing graphics and PowerPoints with a keen eye for aesthetics What are the perks? We want to create for our team what we do for our clients. So, expect lots of coaching, experiencing our programmes first hand and having the freedom to create your own role. Competitive salary: Starting at £28k (30 hours per week) Holidays: You’ll get 22 holiday days and Bank Holidays. We are also open to hearing about flexible leave options to support longer holidays and time off Bonus: We work collaboratively, so we share in our success together. When we reach our goals, we are all rewarded with a quarterly bonus and an end-of-year bonus. Over the last five years, this has always happened Competitive salary: We review our salaries every year to ensure we are paying fairly Flexible working: We trust you to work when and where you want. We just want to make sure you stay safe and well. We are relaxed if you need to finish early for appointments or to fit your studies or interests around your work. Reach out at any time during the recruitment process to share what matters to you Continuous learning: Structured learning and development opportunities - we have a training pot to support professional development. We also encourage you to join and observe the sessions you will be supporting, literally learning on the job!

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and inspiring his or her team to achieve their performance metrics. Your role will involve strategizing, project management, part staff management. Your collaborative attitude and interpersonal skills will help you thrive as an Engineering Manager. Responsibilities • Manage, coach, and support engineering team, • Create a technical strategy and budget proposal, • Implement and monitor technical strategy performance metrics, • Communicate engineer team goals with engineering staff members, • Coordinate internal teams to ensure project timelines and budgets are met Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or related field of study, • 3+ years' of management experience, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

We are seeking an experienced and commercially aware Associate Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead and grow our capability in the design and delivery of laboratories, research facilities, and highly serviced technical buildings. This is a senior leadership role for a mechanically biased build

We are looking for an experienced, senior practitioner to help lead our growing volume of nature policy work for Defra, Natural England, the Office of Environmental Protection and other public bodies. Have experience of designing and directing high quality programme and policy evaluations relevant t

Greater Leeds (hybrid after probation period).Are you an experienced Sales Manager or Director with a background in market research and the appetite to help shape the next phase of growth? Our client, an established market research agency in the Greater Leeds area, is looking for a commercially mind

A UK-based educational institution is hiring a Course Director in Sport Management to oversee postgraduate programs and contribute to research initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a doctoral qualification and experience in course management within Sport Management.

A boutique recruitment agency in the Greater Leeds area is seeking a Sales Manager or Director to drive new business growth. Candidates should have 4-5+ years of market research experience, a consultative approach, and a motivation for long-term progression.

Work with the NIHR Director of Inclusion (People and Research) and Assistant Director - Research Inclusion to ensure that the Life Sciences sector plan is clearly embedded within NIHR's Research Inclusion Strategy, action plan and programme governance. Lead delivery of the Commercial Research inclus

A UK university is seeking a Course Director in Sport Management to oversee postgraduate education and team leadership. The ideal candidate should have a relevant doctoral qualification and extensive experience in course management and research.

A leading recruitment agency in the Greater Leeds area is seeking an experienced Sales Manager or Director to drive new business growth.

A dynamic research agency in Leeds is seeking an Associate Research Director, responsible for leading quantitative research projects, engaging clients, and mentoring junior researchers.

Market Research Operations Manager Leeds £36-£38k per annum My client is a nationally recognised Market Research agency with a brand-new exciting opportunity available. They are currently recruiting for a Fieldwork Operations Manager to be based in their Leeds locations. The Fieldwork Operations Manager: manages Market Research Execs & Senior Execs capacity & responsibilities, ensuring best practices and continuity of projects, team leadership in Fieldwork Operations and cross team projects, you will receive & monitor facility bookings. You will coordinate the smooth running and management of all projects, creating projects & allocate/brief Execs to carry out to completion. Duries and Responsibilities will include - Ensure the team understand fieldwork best practice and can confidentially support project teams to develop first class, efficient and effective fieldwork briefs Product preparation: Set onsite product prep processes in collaboration with Facilities Coordinator and ensure quality standards are outlined & maintained Offsite fieldwork: Develop & maintain offsite fieldwork best practice and ensure the team are capable of delivering first class fieldwork, including the management, training, and coordination of offsite/external teams Qual fieldwork: Develop & maintain Qual fieldwork best practice and ensure the team are capable of delivering first class fieldwork, including the management, training, and coordination of offsite/external teams Fieldwork roles: Develop best practice for the roles of hosting, facilitating, interviewing & product hand-outs and ensure quality standards are maintained Booking systems: Create/develop booking systems, ensure team are aware of correct use. Find alternative/more efficient ways to book equipment as required Upkeep & maintenance: Develop facility upkeep standards and foster the need to maintain these high standards at all times with the team. Develop a strong working relationship with maintenance suppliers alongside the facilities Coordinator. Recruitment & onboarding: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training and quality standards - develop standards & processes and ensure they are being maintained Booking & payment: Develop and maintain booking & payment system ensuring the team use effectively to best practice. Ensure that internal staffing is utilised where possible prior to booking of casual support Funding, distribution & reporting: Act as platform champion, overseeing efficient use by team. Develop best practice/use. Monitor ongoing incentive costs vs spending and report. Scan market with Operations Director to ensure BYR are using the best/most cost-effective platform available Quotas: Work with internal teams to ensure that the best methods for tracking project progress are implemented Drop outs/cancellations: Ensure a strong working relationship with the panel team to find ways to develop participant/panellist engagement Participant experience: Develop and record best practice. Monitor and report on service satisfaction always looking to improve via the team Where appropriate, line manage junior members of the team, including holding regular one-to-ones, providing regular constructive feedback and setting, reviewing and supporting career plans and objectives Provide feedback to and coach other members of the team to help their development Ensure project team members and line reports are fully utilised and help them manage their time most effectively Build strong working relationships with other teams, and role model this to less experienced team members, helping them develop their skills via coaching and regular feedback Consistently demonstrate a solution-focused approach and proactively offer viable solutions to challenges If this exciting and challenging new role is for you please apply asap for immediate consideration TPBN1_UKTJ