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Our Client requires a Senior Operations Manager, to manage 5 area managers and site managers and Key Accounts. Facilities Management experience of multi sites. Commercial Contract Cleaning of :- Offices, Education Facilities, Retail contracts. The succesful candidiate will have a long term stable track record / employment history with a commercial cleaning company such as OCS, Kingdom, Servest etc. Client contracts are ion Central London to Oxford and upto Bedfordshire. Excellent promotion prospects to Operations Director within 12 months. Salary by negotiation, including co car, excellent basic, and bonus.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Join our supportive and collaborative work environment, learn from experienced colleagues, and make meaningful connections. If you are ready to make a positive impact in the field of early childhood education and childcare, we encourage you to apply for the Nursery Manager position at Busy Bees. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and take the next step in your career. Key Responsibilities • Support the Centre Director in overseeing the daily operations and maintaining educational standards., • Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children., • Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards., • Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team., • Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families., • Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment., • Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.Ideal Candidate:, • An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either a Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager., • Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development., • Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork., • Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols.Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment—apply now!

ERP Programme Director - Oracle Fusion (12-Month Outside IR35) Ready to lead one of the most complex and high-profile ERP transformations in the market? We're supporting a major organisation undertaking a multi-function ERP transformation programme that spans Finance, HR, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial and Customer domains. This is a rare opportunity to take end-to-end ownership of an enterprise-wide ERP delivery in a highly regulated, operationally critical environment. As ERP Programme Director, you will shape, steer and deliver a full ERP transformation - from programme strategy and governance through to cutover, go-live and benefits realisation. You'll chair exec-level steering groups, lead multi-vendor delivery teams, and own outcomes across cost, compliance and operational continuity. This is a role for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, delivery and stakeholder leadership. What You'll Lead • Own the enterprise ERP programme, roadmap and delivery plan, • Establish and run programme governance, assurance and regulatory controls, • Lead delivery across Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Operations, Customer & Commercial functions, • Manage SI partners, ERP vendors and a complex supplier ecosystem, • Oversee risk, quality, testing, cutover and hypercare, • Influence senior stakeholders including CFO, CDTO and board-level leaders, • Drive adoption, standardisation and benefits realisation across the business What We're Looking For, • Proven experience delivering large-scale ERP programmes as Programme Director, • Strong background in complex, regulated or multi-entity environments (aviation, transport, FMCG, retail, etc.), • Deep expertise in governance, risk, controls and multi-vendor delivery, • Strong understanding of Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain and asset-intensive operations, • Executive-level communication and stakeholder influence, • Calm, authoritative leadership in high-pressure environments Why This Assignment?, • One of the most high-profile ERP programmes in the market, • Full ownership of a transformation that shapes enterprise operations for years to come, • Operate at board level with visibility across the entire business, • Outside IR35, long-term runway (12 months+)

SUMMARY The Sales Administrator will coordinate sales collateral and reports with retailers in the region, account line reviews, account specific trade shows, maintain market retail landscapes and coordinate all marketing requests for the region. In this role, you will fulfill assignments in support of ongoing account management activities by managing various reporting, maintenance and execution projects. Serving as a key point of contact, this individual will support independent shops to ease their journey through the selection process. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Complete customer set-up sheets/quote sheets/sample requests/image requests – as needed by account, • Coordinate sales reports and plans for all retailers monthly, retail landscapes quarterly and create and send monthly news and information to them, • Schedule and manage Account Planning Meetings, • Upload images and content on retailer portals, • Coordinate marketing requests and work with the Marketing team in Atlanta for merchandising, displays, ads, catalogues, trade show collateral, • Manages the monthly social media calendar and liaise with the agencies or freelancers to get content and postings, • Manage Kids2 experiences and Fairs for the French market., • Respond to ad hoc retailer requests for hi res images, dimensions, info, etc., • Complete Head to Head product comparisons where necessary, • Maintain retail landscapes by retailer for the French market., • Support Sales Managers in sales calls, trade shows, mail-ins, customer follow up and internal meetings related to specific accounts. This includes:, • Compile presentation sell sheets., • Request any samples, prototypes and collateral material requested for above events., • Manage call collateral and other requested support material by submitting requests on the Collateral Tracker and/or Requester found on the Marketing Portal and following up with personnel responsible for deliverables., • Submit sample request for in stock samples and work with Product Managers and Brand Managers for acquisition of updated prototypes, samples, and product information as needed for web content, catalog, and account maintenance by retailer, • Track all shipments and provide tracking data to sales manager/customer as applicable., • Manage any special projects assigned by Sales director as needed to support growth and management of accounts, • Coordinate and track international creative requests between brand managers and account managers., • Coordinate trade fairs where Kids2 is representing their brands- coordinate with suppliers and vendors and arrange samples and travel arrangement for all tradeshow members of Kids2, • Will be a key contact to partner with independent shops in France (boost the network, selection push, mailing, newsletters), • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE • 3 years previous sales support experience, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Fully bilingual in French and English (reading, writing, and speaking), • Highly organized and detail-oriented, • Ability to manage multiple projects from beginning to end EDUCATION & SKILLS • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing or equivalent work experience CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • None required COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel PHYSICAL DEMANDS • While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk or hear., • The team member frequently is required to sit; have flexible use of hands; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl., • The team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and taste or smell., • The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 - 50 pounds., • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, • General office environment, • Based in the UK office

Senior Estimator – Electrical Up to £60,000 + Package Watford, Hertfordshire MC Technical Recruitment is currently working with a growing Commercial Electrical Contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator. This is a key appointment within the business, leading high-value tenders across commercial, retail, industrial, rail and highways projects. You will take ownership of the full tender lifecycle, working closely with Directors to secure profitable and strategically aligned contracts. As the Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for: • Preparing detailed electrical cost estimates up to £5m, • Reviewing drawings, specifications and Bills of Quantities, • Managing subcontract and supplier enquiries, • Leading tender strategy, risk reviews and adjudications, • Producing accurate, competitive and compliant submissions, • Supporting smooth handover to project delivery teams, • Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within commercial contracting, • Experience in pricing projects up to £5m in value, • Strong understanding of commercial electrical installations and BS7671, • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, • Good commercial awareness, • Competitive salary up to £60,000 (DOE) plus great benefits package, • Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays, • Health & dental care plans, • Strategic role with Director-level engagement, • Long-term progression within a growing organisation If you are interested in this role, please apply via the link below or contact Machaela at MC Technical Recruitment on 01489 533 033 / for a confidential chat. JBRP1_UKTJ

Based - St Albans, AL1 2RE (Hybrid 50%) 14 Month FTC, Full Time Join Premier Foods - where people, brands and purpose come together. We're proud to be one of the UK's largest listed food businesses, with over 4,000 colleagues across 13 sites shaping the future of some of Britain's best-loved brands, found in 94% of households nationwide, making us one of the UK's top three ambient food suppliers. From much-loved household names such as Mr Kipling, Bisto, Oxo, Batchelors and Sharwoods, to our recently welcomed brands Fuel10k and Merchant Gourmet, our portfolio is packed with iconic favourites - and continues to grow. At Premier Foods, we're home to some of the UK's best-loved food brands, enjoyed by millions every day. But we're about more than great food. We're about people, growth, warmth and individuality - creating an environment where everyone can thrive, be themselves, and make a meaningful impact. We're now looking for an experienced Director of Corporate Affairs to join us on a maternity cover fixed-term contract. This is a senior, high-profile role and a member of the Group Leadership Team, offering the opportunity to lead and shape corporate communications, public affairs and internal engagement at a pivotal time for the business. Reporting into the Executive Leadership Team, this role holds overall responsibility for protecting and strengthening the corporate reputation of Premier Foods with key internal and external stakeholders.As a listed business operating in a fast-paced, highly visible environment, you'll lead all internal and external corporate communications and public affairs activity, working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Investor Relations Director and senior stakeholders across the organisation. You'll oversee a busy press office, an experienced internal communications team, and all public affairs engagement, ensuring the business is well positioned, well briefed and confident in its voice. What you'll be doing? External communications • Lead communications for financial results, trading updates, the AGM and Annual Report, • Develop and deliver strategic corporate communications plans, including investment case, growth strategy and ESG storytelling, • Oversee owned channels, including the Group website and corporate social media, • Provide senior counsel on reactive media, issues management and reputational risk, • Shape and deliver an engaging internal communications strategy aligned to business priorities, • Drive engagement across all colleague channels, connecting office- and site-based colleagues, • Lead leadership conferences, town halls and senior leadership communications, • Lead relationships with government, trade bodies, NGOs and key political stakeholders, • Ensure senior leaders are well briefed on policy, regulatory and political developments, • Provide trusted strategic counsel to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team and PLC Board, • Lead, develop and inspire a team of five across Corporate Affairs You'll be a seasoned corporate affairs leader with: • Senior-level experience across corporate communications, internal comms and public affairs, • A strong background in a listed organisation, including financial results communications, • Proven experience managing a high-volume press office and complex stakeholder landscape, • Confidence influencing at Executive and Board level What we offer you in return...? • Competitive salary, • Car Allowance, • Bonus, • Up to 7.5% pension, • Life assurance, • Wide range of online and in-house training Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you. At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need. JTRA1_UKTJ

We are partnered with a forward-thinking business looking for a Head of AI. This role will be responsible for defining and executing the organisation’s AI strategy, turning strategic ambition into practical, high-impact AI and data science solutions. Reporting to the Director of Data & AI, this role builds and leads a high-performing AI and Data Science function, working closely with senior business leaders to leverage shared capabilities and industry best practice. Location: St Albans - 3 days per week on-site Salary: £150,000 per annum + bonus Responsibilities: • Establish and execute an end-to-end AI strategy, ensuring alignment with core business objectives and overall organisational direction, • Convert strategic goals into a structured, prioritised AI roadmap with clear delivery milestones, • Recruit, lead, and grow a high-performing, cross-functional AI and Data Science team spanning data science, engineering, and AI development, • Champion AI-led innovation across customer, retail, digital, marketing, and security domains, • Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of advanced analytics and AI solutions, delivering measurable commercial value and operational improvement, • Collaborate with Technology, Business Intelligence, and Data Governance teams to enable scalable infrastructure, strong data foundations, and proportionate governance controls, • Serve as the senior strategic AI partner to business leadership, ensuring solutions are effectively adopted and generate measurable outcomes, • Design and implement comprehensive AI governance, monitoring, and model lifecycle management frameworks, • Define and track a robust value measurement approach to evidence ROI and ensure effective return on AI investment Skills & Experience: • Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in a relevant field (such as Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering), or equivalent professional experience, • Demonstrated success in shaping and executing AI or advanced analytics strategies within complex, multi-faceted organisations, • Established experience building, scaling, and leading high-performing AI, Data Science, or Advanced Analytics teams, including developing capability and driving performance excellence, • Deep knowledge of advanced analytical methodologies, including machine learning, generative AI/LLMs, intelligent automation, forecasting, optimisation, segmentation, and propensity modelling, • Practical experience deploying modern data science technologies (such as Python and SQL) in live, production-grade environments, • Experience overseeing and partnering with external agencies, vendors, or strategic technology partners For further information on this Head of AI role, apply below! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying you are confirming you are happy to be added to the Addition mailing list regarding future suitable positions and marketing efforts. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.

A leading retail technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced Account Manager/Director to manage key customer relationships and drive sales activities.You will lead a Customer Team, develop and execute strategies to align with client objectives, and utilize your retail knowledge to identif

As Director of Retail, you will provide bold strategic leadership to grow and strengthen the organisations retail operation, creating an innovative and inspiring pre-loved retail experience across both shops and online. Working collaboratively with the Executive Director of Commerce & Enterprise and

HW Interim Solutions are working with a retail client to appoint a Transformation Director, on an interim basis, to lead the transformation of a complex, high-profile product category. The successful candidate will have operated at Director level, with a proven track record of delivering transformat

Retail Media Associate Director. Strong experience in retail media and/or agency environments, including hands-on experience with platforms such as Amazon Advertising, Epsilon Retail Media, or Criteo. This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield

A luxury fragrance company seeks a strategic Director of Sales to lead their Account Management, Education, and Field Sales Teams across the EU and UK. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of sales experience in the beauty sector, strong analytical skills, and proven success in driving retail

A leading media collective is seeking a Commerce Business Director to drive the strategic development of Nespresso’s E-Retail Media acceleration programme, focusing primarily on Amazon. The ideal candidate should possess significant experience in retail media and performance marketing, particularl

As Business Unit Director- Retail, you will take full ownership of two of the most strategically important retail partnerships in the UK grocery market. You might currently be a Sales Director, Head of Sales, high-performing Business Unit Director or even a Commercial Director looking for a bigger s

A global marketing agency in Greater London is seeking a Retail Media Associate Director to lead the development and execution of retail media campaigns. The role requires strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of retail marketing strategies.

A leading global marketing agency is looking for a Retail Media Director to spearhead the strategic development and execution of retail media campaigns across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, comprehensive knowledge of retail marketing strategies, and an

A leading marketing agency is seeking a Retail Media Director to lead strategic development and execution of retail media campaigns. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in retail media, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to foster client relationships and achieve revenu

The overall objective of this role is to act as strategic advisor to our clients, preferably with a focus on the retail verticals within the broader consumer and retail sectors. Significant experience in consumer and retail investment banking demonstrating existing strong client relationships and tr

A leading print management company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Account Director to manage a major FMCG client.

Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,50

A global designer toy company is seeking a Flagship Store Director for its London location.

A retail innovation company in London is seeking a Finance Director to lead its finance function.

A prominent law firm in Greater London is seeking an FS Regulatory Director with a focus on retail. This is a rare chance for a blocked director or an ambitious senior associate looking to step up toward partnership.

A global retail brand based in London is seeking an experienced Retail Operations Director for the EMEA region. Candidates should have over 10 years of retail leadership experience, ideally across multiple markets, and a strong track record in operational excellence and sales growth. The successful

Ideal candidates will have significant experience in the retail property sector, excellent negotiation skills, and a degree in Estate Management or Business Management.

A leading global media agency is seeking an Account Director to shape strategy for a prominent UK fashion retailer. In this pivotal role, you'll blend brand and retail strategy, ensuring relevance in a fast-changing market. Ideal candidates will have extensive retail experience and proven problem-so

A leading retail company is seeking a Finance Director in London to oversee the finance function and lead a team of six. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in financial leadership, particularly in retail environments, and is adept in leading teams through change.

The ideal candidate will have multi-site retail experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in driving efficiency. A growing multi-site fashion brand in Greater London is seeking a Finance Director to oversee financial operations and support strategic growth.

A leading retail company in West London is seeking a Flagship Retail Manager to support the General Manager in overseeing a large team. Ideal candidates will demonstrate expertise in retail operations, have a customer-focused approach, and experience in building and motivating teams.

A leading advertising agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Retail Media Associate Director to lead the strategic development of retail media campaigns. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in retail media and possess excellent communication and analytical skills, particu

A leading motor retail firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Sales Director to lead their sales strategy and team performance across multiple dealerships. The ideal candidate will have a background in the motor retail industry, with a focus on managing sales operations and talent development.

A global marketing firm in Greater London is looking for a Retail Media Director to lead the strategic development and execution of retail media campaigns. Candidates should have experience in retail media, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset.

With significant experience in consumer and retail banking, you will leverage your M&A execution capabilities, meet financial goals, and build sophisticated client relationships.

A leading global media agency is seeking a Retail Media Associate Director to spearhead retail media campaigns across various platforms. The ideal candidate has extensive retail media experience, expertise in Amazon Advertising, and a proven track record in account management.

There is significant momentum in the Groupe having acquired the retail media platform, Epsilon Retail Media, and the eRetail analytics platform, Profitero, alongside a genuine desire from clients to explore the opportunity the emerging landscape offers. Set strategic direction for retail media activ

A global communications agency in Greater London is seeking a Commerce Business Director to lead innovative strategies and drive client growth. This role involves overseeing client management, collaborating on retail strategies, and fostering team development.

The Retail Strategy Director plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing Triple Point’s retail distribution strategy. This role sits within the Retail Strategy team and works closely with teams across the business to develop and align the strategy for retail fundraising. Partnering closely with

A leading print management company in Greater London seeks an experienced Account Director to lead the print strategy for a prestigious retail brand. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in retail print, strategic thinking abilities, and hands-on project management skills.

A leading retail management firm seeks a Retail Customer Director based in London. Ideal candidates will possess strong retail leadership experience and the ability to influence at multiple levels. Join us to shape the future of retail.

A leading digital sports platform in the UK is seeking a Director of Global Retail to oversee the strategy, execution, and performance of retail expansion. The role involves defining a global retail footprint and managing teams to optimize performance. Ideal candidates have over 12 years of experien

Lead Trade Marketing team in applying shopper/customer/sales team insights to drive impactful retail execution and promos and drive stronger overall trade effectiveness. As a Marketing Director, you play a key role in shaping our future as our brand reaches the next generation of builders. From stra

A leading investment firm in Greater London is looking for a Retail Strategy Director to shape its distribution strategy.

Oracle Practice Engagement Director - Retail, CPG - UK/Europe. As the Practice Engagement Director, you will be responsible for all client interfaces within a group of accounts across the CPG, Retail and Logistics (CRL) industries in the EMEA region. Role: Oracle Practice Engagement Director.

The overall objective of this role is to act as strategic advisor to our clients, preferably with a focus on the retail verticals within the broader consumer and retail sectors. Significant experience in consumer and retail investment banking demonstrating existing strong client relationships and tr

A leading fashion brand is seeking a Senior Director of Retail for EMEA, responsible for operational leadership and retail performance. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in luxury retail and a strong ability to drive growth across multiple countries. The position offers the o

As Director of Retail, you will provide bold strategic leadership to grow and strengthen the organisation’s retail operation, creating an innovative and inspiring pre-loved retail experience across both shops and online. We are looking for an experienced and strategic retail leader with a proven r

A global communications agency in London is seeking a Retail Media Associate Director to lead retail media campaigns. A strong background in retail media, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to manage large client accounts are essential.

A leading fashion brand group in Greater London is seeking a Senior Director of Retail Operations to define and lead the EMEA Retail Operations strategy across Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein. The role requires proven senior leadership in Retail Operations, expertise in store operations, and strong