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\n \n Are you looking to join a progressive and dynamic local government organisation in Central Bristol? If so, this opportunity might be perfect for you! \n The organisation is looking for a permanent Finance Manager for Children and Education team. The Children and Education Directorate supports all children's services in Bristol, from children in care, asylum seekers and fostering in Social Care, to schools, special education needs, adult education, admissions and transport within Education Services. \n Focused around support to the Education and Inclusion teams, with a clear element supporting on Home to School Transport and Dedicated Schools Grant. \n This role only has 1 day a month in the office as a requirement. \n Key Responsibilities: \n \n • All school funding matters, the monitoring and compliance of as well as support, advice and training.\n, • Preparing statutory returns and government claims, such as the Section 251 and Dedication Schools Grant Assurance statements.\n, • Providing finance support to large scale projects such as the Safety Valve Programme, Our Families Transformation and assessing financial implications of new HR and policy initiatives.\n, • Monitoring over £620m of revenue funding and an associated capital programme.\n, • Working with services and stakeholders to support the aims of the organisation.\n \n Personal Requirements: \n \n • Experience monitoring budgets, assisting in the production of forecasts and leading reporting.\n, • Experience business partnering, working more senior staff, budget managers and those with limited financial understanding. To also include experience of working with complex financial models.\n, • Experience in project management, ideally both in terms of leading financial projects but also scrutinising project management documents to test delivery.\n, • Experience driving through savings through business transformation and restructures.\n \n Working Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday \n Salary: £57,884.00 per annum (dependent on experience) \n \n

About us \n At Environment Bank, we’re working together to help restore natural habitats across England. With thousands of acres of new habitat creation already underway, our projects are delivering biodiversity gains and helping vital ecosystems to recover and flourish. \n Our diverse team includes ecologists, land managers, habitat specialists, geospatial analysts, planning advisors, account managers, digital creatives, legal experts, and more. \n From our habitat specialists to our sales and marketing teams, everyone at Environment Bank is a champion for our values, working towards our goal of reversing biodiversity loss. \n Environment Bank is a market-leading organisation in a sector that’s experiencing rapid growth. We’ve already built a highly skilled team of experts and we’re actively looking to expand our team in the coming months. \n We’re incredibly proud of all we achieved so far and we’re still growing. If you'd like to be part of a driven organisation that's making a real difference, find your next role with the team at Environment Bank. \n \n About the role \n As a Habitat delivery specialist in the Habitat creation and management team, you will be responsible for delivering habitat creation and enhancement projects safely, on-time and to budget. This is an exciting role for a forward-thinking applied ecologist/conservationist with the practical skills of creating and managing habitats, where you would work closely with our ecologists and land managers to plan and deliver habitat creation works across your region. Works would include creation and enhancement of a range of habitats including, woodland and scrub, species rich grassland, wetland, and associated infrastructure works. You would then continue to be involved across our national nature network, managing the success of the habitat banks as they develop. \n We are looking for someone based in the Midlands - anywhere from Oxford to Bedford, as far down as Surrey and Kent also. \n \n And there's more ... \n\n • Reviewing ecology design for successful implementation\n, • Writing or reviewing the management section of the Habitat Management Plan and Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan\n, • Providing activity schedules to the project manager to build into the programme\n, • Writing the specification for key materials for the habitat bank for the project manager to procure against (e.g. seed requirements, fencing requirements etc.)\n, • Meeting contractors on site and setting to work and managing contractor KPIs\n, • Reviewing Construction Phase Plan or equivalent (including Incident Response Plan), reviewing delivery methodology and providing input to the project risk register\n\n \n EDI & Belonging \n At the heart of Environment Bank are the people, who make it all possible. We employ individuals, who share the same passion to live our Environment Bank mission and values. \n At Environment Bank we believe that fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us more innovative, dynamic, and competitive. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is valued and respected, free from discrimination based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. \n What we need from you: \n\n • Educated to a degree level in a relevant subject. Or equivalent work experience\n, • Knowledge of the principles and practice of habitat creation/restoration and management\n, • A track record of delivering nature recovery projects\n, • Experience of working within a budget and within a set time frame\n, • Experience of working directly with farmers and/or landowners, in a professional capacity\n, • Experience of working with contractors\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • A Health and Safety qualification e.g. NEBOSH/IOSH\n, • Full UK clean driving license and willingness to travel for regional site visits and events\n, • Experience in rural land management\n\n \n As an organisation, we believe that work should be fulfilling, inspiring, and balanced, so we’re creating a space where our team can thrive, both personally and professionally – providing flexible working arrangements, mental wellbeing support, and more. \n We offer... \n Performance-based annual bonus up to 10% of salary \n Pension scheme with employer-matched contributions at 6% of salary \n ️ 30 days of annual leave, plus paid bank holidays, birthday, and wellbeing day \n ➕ Option to purchase 5 additional days of annual leave after probation \n Remote and hybrid flexible working options \n Regional and departmental team co-working days \n Expenses-paid whole company meet twice a year \n ️ Team fundraising and charity events \n Ongoing career development with training and mentoring \n Medical cash back scheme to cover everyday healthcare costs \n ‍ Employee assistance mental wellbeing support \n ❤️‍️ Enhanced sickness pay allowance

Part-Time Block Manager ?? West Norwood (Hybrid) ?? 1 day per week (flexible) | Potential to grow to 2 days Our client is an independent estate agent in West Norwood is looking for an experienced Block Manager to take ownership of a small but growing portfolio of residential blocks. This is a flexible, part-time role ideally suited to someone local who is looking for work-life balance. About the Role: You will be managing 12 small to mid-sized blocks of flats, overseeing all aspects of block management. The role is estimated at 1 day per week, which can be split across two half-days if preferred. Most tasks can be done remotely from home, though occasional site visits for inspections and meetings are required—so proximity to West Norwood is essential. Key Responsibilities: Ensure all safety certificates are up to date Organise surveys, inspections, and routine maintenance Respond to client maintenance requests Issue and manage basic Section 20 notices Track invoices and manage basic financial admin Liaise with clients and contractors as needed Attend property inspections and meetings onsite About You: Proven experience in block or property management Strong organisational and communication skills Knowledge of Section 20 processes Familiarity with Dwellant (preferred but not essential) Based locally with the ability to attend site when required Self-motivated and able to manage responsibilities independently What We Offer: Flexible part-time hours Hybrid working (majority remote) Opportunity to grow the role as the business expands A supportive and professional team environment ?? Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience - open to discussion If you're a seasoned block manager looking for a flexible role with future growth potential, we’d love to hear from you.

The Opportunity: Nigel Wright Group are proud to be partnering with a transformative and growing social impact organisation in their search for a Business Development Manager. Our client is a passionate, values-led charity their mission is to bridge the gap between talented individuals and employers offering rewarding job opportunities, creating a thriving community where everyone has the chance to succeed. They deliver on skills shortages, push back on regional unemployment and contribute to a national reduction in reoffending. Following a significant inward investment, our client is positioning itself to embark on an ambitious nationwide scaling-up programme. The newly created Business Development Manager role can be based anywhere in the UK and carries the responsibility of contributing to the organisation’s overarching strategic plan, while also leading the development and implementation of the accompanying income generation strategy. Role Profile: • Lead and coordinate activities to position the charity for successful public sector contracts and tenders., • Identify and pursue new and repeat business opportunities; attend market engagement events and monitor sector trends., • Develop strategic partnerships to enhance reach and impact., • Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date pipeline of business development and grant opportunities., • Prepare and submit high-quality, competitive tenders as a lead or subcontractor., • Develop proposals aligned with service specifications, incorporating input from operational teams., • Collaborate with the CEO and Finance Director to ensure accurate, fully costed and competitive bid pricing., • Write and submit persuasive bids via relevant online platforms., • Line manage a Grant Writer, overseeing the submission of high-value and multi-year trust and foundation applications., • Support the CEO in cultivating relationships with major donors and securing significant contributions., • Manage public donations, lead fundraising initiatives, and ensure compliance with fundraising regulations., • Produce compelling quarterly impact reports to communicate the charity’s outcomes to funders. Person Specification: • Demonstrated success in writing and securing competitive tenders, particularly within the criminal justice or related sectors., • Proven ability to develop high-quality bids for statutory funding., • Extensive experience in generating significant income from charitable trusts and foundations., • Strong background in designing or contributing to effective income generation strategies., • Experience in leveraging social value commitments—especially through government procurement and Section 106 obligations—is highly desirable., • Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with high-net-worth individuals., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, network, and engage diverse audiences., • Knowledge of the criminal justice system or related fields is a strong advantage., • Awareness of the employment challenges faced by people with convictions is desirable. Behaviours • Maintains a non-judgemental approach when working with individuals with lived experience of the criminal justice system., • Committed to inclusive, anti-discriminatory practices., • Demonstrates alignment with and respect for the organisation’s Christian ethos and values. Other information: • This is a full-time role offered on a hybrid/remote working pattern, • Occasional visits to the Newcastle head office plus business travel around the UK, • Nigel Wright Group is retained on this search and as such, any direct third party supplied or referred applicants/CVs will be forwarded to Nigel Wright for consideration as part of our process.

A modern, dynamic accountancy practice is recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This renowned firm provides a range of high-quality accounting services to a varied client portfolio including ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, bonus of up to 5%, life insurance, health insurance, company pension, free onsite parking and social and client events. This role is predominantly office based; however, an element of hybrid and flexible working will be available once settled in. Whilst advertised as Senior Accountant, the role is effectively a Client Manager. You will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands-on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships. As Senior Accountant your responsibilities will include: • Portfolio Management – Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships, • Taxation – Prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisory, • Client Relations – Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlessly, • Team Leadersh...

Are you a construction engineer aka section engineer/sub agent/agent/package manager/project manager (jeez they have lots of names don’t they!)? Do you get deep satisfaction from making things run more efficiently using a good dose of common sense and maybe a bit of technology? Have you always cared about the importance of proper planning and the connection between the schedule and the real day-to-day delivery of the job? Have you ever wanted to work a bit more flexibly but still be hands-on in construction and improving the industry? Sounds like a dream. Well, it isn’t, it is quite real! Read on! We are Laminar Projects! We are an award winning consultancy that implements technology to improve the delivery of complex construction projects. Improving construction strengthens the very foundation of human civilisation. (_ it) We also have a separate product team, Shape Construction, that takes the deep understanding of the projects we work on to develop construction management software products. The core of all this is our true secret sauce; people. We only recruit kind and authentic people who are fast learners. We are deeply focused on designing a new type of place that is optimised for the flourishing of the people in the team first and foremost. This approach has allowed us to grow from just 2 people in 2017 to over 200 today and we are still very much at the beginning! Joining us isn’t just some “job”, we challenge you to be your best self in all aspects of life. Our vision is designed to align how we operate with the fundamental aspects that enable anyone to have a fulfilled life: Connects us with meaningful relationships Inspires us to develop ourselves to become better humans Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures 4 core values for a good life We believe a life of human flourishing is all about meaningful relationships with others and challenging yourself to create a positive impact. Our four core values are grow yourself, care about people, execute to greatness and build civilisation. This philosophy goes much deeper and you can see more on our website. We are achieving this vision through the following two missions: 1. To fully digitise the construction of human civilisation, 2. To create a new type of organisation that enables human flourishing while delivering a huge positive impact on society Laminar Projects is proud to be recognized as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Construction, Engineering & Property™ for 2024! Join a team where learning, collaboration, and growth are at the core of everything we do, and where solving big challenges is part of the fun. The Role This is a hybrid role which will combine remote working with site presence in client projects. Purpose of the role You will be helping to plan some of the most complex and interesting projects in the world. Team This role is part of our Project Management Consultancy which focuses on: • Understanding what the real problems of projects are, • Implementing the best solutions to those problems, • Developing scalable best practices, tools and technology More specifically you will be part of our Project Planning Discipline Team who are industry leaders in the planning of complex construction projects. Your initial leader will be one of our planning discipline directors. Your top 3 objectives: 1. To make construction projects deliver to near perfection, 2. To create scalable and repeatable solutions to common problems, 3. To develop yourself and everyone around you Your top 5 responsibilities: 1. Own the plan: Own the project plan for one or more projects and ensure that the project is working to it effectively. Ensure delays are mitigated and managed commercially., 2. Own the outcome: You may not be the project manager ultimately responsible for the results but you are sure as heck responsible for putting in your best effort to ensure the project’s understanding and focus on the plan no matter how stubborn they are!, 3. Report and inform: Provide simple actionable reports to stakeholders at all levels that help them deliver their part of the project more efficiently and effectively., 4. Make scalable solutions: Develop scalable and repeatable best practices and tools in collaboration with the team so that long-term impact is achieved., 5. Develop everyone: Maximise the development of your team personally and professionally and educate our clients to improve as well. (even if you are junior you can help your leader develop too!) Your Capabilities: We train you in the full breadth of project management skills including planning, commercial, leadership, communication and technology so that you become an expert project leader equipped to transform any project you touch. Must-Have (The fundamentals) • Mastery: Construction engineering background with at least 2+ years of experience on construction projects, • Communication: Proficient communicator in written and verbal English, • Leadership: You lead yourself proactively and lead others by asking the right questions and challenging them, • Impact: A track record of making projects and organisations better beyond just doing the basics Nice to Have (If you don’t have it now you will be trained intensively after joining) • Mastery: Decent Excel skills and a strong interest in data, experience in project planning both software and principles, • Communication: The charisma, influence and presence to get construction people to do new things and take the best approach, • Leadership: A proven leader/coach/developer of teams or teams of teams, • Impact: A track record of implementing scalable and repeatable solutions in projects and organisations that had a significant positive impact Laminar isn’t the place for you if any of the following is true: • You want an easy, chilled-out role without much challenge, • You like to be the smartest person in the room, • You don’t like continuously receiving honest candid feedback, • You prefer to do your own thing rather than work with a team At Laminar we value diverse experiences and perspectives, empowering each member to contribute their unique expertise towards our collective success, so if you don’t think you meet all the criteria but still are excited about this role we encourage you to apply anyways! Salary and Benefits Standard Stuff • Competitive salary dependent on location and capability, • Paid Annual Leave 25 days + statutory Bank Holidays, • Pension (Match contribution up to 7%), • Private health insurance, • In-house coaching sessions, • Discretionary bonus scheme for all team members The Life-Changing Stuff • Flexibility: Getting things done is what really matters, not what time of day you do it. That means you don’t have to ask permission for things like picking up your kids or going to the doctor, just keep your team in the loop if you think they will be affected., • Grow your whole self: Our leaders are more like coaches and one of our main objectives is to give 5 years’ worth of learning and development for every 1 year with us. You have a coach, mentor, well-being therapist and a development-orientated environment: That’s literally what our vision is all about and the primary reason Laminar exists., • Be surrounded by the best: We only hire and retain the very best people. You might be used to being the smartest in the room but that won’t be the case in Laminar. You will be surrounded by people you can learn from. We are 100% meritocratic so fast progression is the norm. You will be supported to excel in whichever areas you are most interested in! With Laminar, development is unbounded., • Long-term impact: We are focused on solving the biggest issues in construction project delivery in a way that can spread and outlast us. Application We get thousands of applications so please write us a letter as part of your application explaining: Why do you want to join us? What do you think you bring to the team? We aren't a giant faceless corporation; we really care about the people who want to join our team so all letters will be read thoroughly. You must be located and have the current right to work in the UK/EU. We can support the transfer of existing UK visas, but cannot sponsor new visas. In terms of application, we usually start with an intro call to tell you what we are all about in a casual conversation. That helps you to know us a bit better and tell us a bit about yourself. \n \n

The Job: ?? Job Title: Senior Account Manager ? Industry: Digital Agency - Pharma / Healthcare ? Working Set-Up: Remote-first - Occasional expectation to be in London or Brighton offices ?? Salary - £45,000-£52,000 p/a dependent on experience ?? Interview process: 3 stages The Role: We have partnered with a key Digital Agency client to help them hire a Senior Account Manager to join their rapidly growing Client Services Team. This agency, who specialise in providing digital and design services to the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry are looking for a talented Senior AM to work directly underneath their Senior Account Director, playing an instrumental part in liaising with clients on a day-to-day basis and assisting in key account growth. The programmes of work will be across design systems, digital products and design thinking. You'll be required to work closely with their in-house experts across strategy, research and design and with external data, content and development partners. This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced Account Manager with a background in Pharma / Healthcare to join a leading agency who are growing at an exponential rate. There's a huge amount of scope for professional development, giving the successful candidate endless opportunities to expand their knowledgebase and experience. The Person: • 5+ years' experience working in a similar Account Management role (agency or client side), • Pharma / Healthcare industry experience is essential for this position, • Strategic thinker who operates well in a fast-paced environment, • Exceptional communication skills - Both written and verbal, • Experience working in digital environments - Design systems, product development etc, UX / UI etc., • Understanding of pharma marketing compliance, • Experience in engaging with clients to plan and deliver digital products and services Important Notice: Both Leo Technology and the companies we partner with are incredibly passionate about building environments where people from all backgrounds and walks of life are embraced. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Leo Technology Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Leo Technology website

About Avery Dennison Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at _. Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via _. We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We are unable to offer sponsorship or relocation for this role This role is subject to right-to-work checks as per UK Employment Law What we can offer you! - Your Role: In this is very versatile, home-based role as Technical Sales Specialist / Representative - UK / Ireland (_) we are looking for a fresh mind to join our high performing team in Cramlington with direct reporting line to our Country Sales Manager. Your Mission: • While travelling extensive within UK and Ireland you will be the first point of contact for technical support and advice to our customers in the printing and converting industry, regarding applications, and/or conversion., • To ensure a reliable and strong partnership with your customers you will analyse, troubleshoot, and quickly resolve our customers' issues when it comes to printing, adhesives, conversion, or label application., • But it is not only technical advisory, and solution selling; you will also show all advantages of our new products, applications and technical developments to your community, e.g. through product training sessions at our locations and our customers’ sites., • Thus, opting for our technical sales job certainly means going all out for an exciting, dynamic and multi-faceted opportunity, offering new and insightful challenges each day. What we expect from you! - Your Expertise: • University Degree or equivalent, • Previous work experience of 3+ years in a technical support, research and development or (technical) sales position within a manufacturing organisation is important, • Experience in printing, converting, and/or packaging/labeling technology market, as well as knowledge of label / packaging industry, printing technologies and/or labeling solutions is beneficial, • Creativity and innovation, entrepreneurial spirit for growing a sustainable business to set your career at Avery Dennison, • Valid driving license Location: Cramlington Hours: 37.5 hours per week What we can offer: • 25 days annual leave plus usual bank holidays (or equivalent shifts), • Company Car, • Bonus opportunity, • Private Medical Insurance, • Health benefit cash plan, • Pension with up to 10% Employer contributions, • Life assurance 4 x basic salary, • Employee Assistance scheme including life & legal advice., • Free on-site Parking, • Structured learning and development / Mentoring program, • International environment, • Events such as International Women’s Day, Earth Day, etc., • A growing, and welcoming team with a good spirit! Who we are! - Our Story: Each of us, Every day!_. One Team! Being open to every voice, every day, brings our value of diversity to life and makes Avery Dennison a vibrant and engaging place to be. We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work. Across our diverse, global team, every voice makes us stronger. When we listen to and learn from each other, there is no limit to what we can achieve together. Each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents. Avery Dennison is an equal-opportunity employer. In the EMEA region, we have these Employee Resource Groups: • EmpoWer - focusing on the engagement, mentoring, and promotion of women, • Mental Health - striving to provide a safe space for employees to discuss mental health issues in the workplace, • Unite - supporting the LGBTQI+ and ally community in the EMEA region To find out more about all our employee resources groups globally as well as our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach, please go to our Diversity and Inclusion pages in the About Us section of our website: _ At Avery Dennison, we do what we love, and we love what we do - Just click here, and get to know us better: Life @ Avery Dennison (_)

Structures Site Agent - Highways (Oxfordshire) We are seeking an experienced Structures Site Agent to join a major highways project in Oxfordshire. The role involves supporting the Project Manager in delivering the construction phase safely, on programme, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Manage and mentor Site Engineers and Section Engineers Support planning, programming, and resource allocation Assist the Project Manager in driving site delivery Monitor progress against programme and budget Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers Work closely with commercial and planning teams Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards Prepare site documentation including diaries, briefings, and reports Lead and attend site meetings Support implementation of work package, quality, and environmental plans Ensure works are delivered to specification Promote a strong site safety culture Assist with project close-out and handover Requirements Experience in a Site Agent or similar role on civil engineering or highways projects Strong leadership and site delivery experience Good understanding of construction programming and commercial control Strong communication and coordination skills Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards...

About The Role SITE AGENT - Permanent Opportunity DIVISION - Civil Engineering LOCATION - Oxford Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays) Job Summary As the GRAHAM business continues to grow and develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Site Agent to work on a major civil engineering development in Oxford - the new flood alleviation scheme. The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills. Job Description The Site Agent shall: • Undertake the management and mentoring of Site Engineers and Section Engineers, • Support the Project Manager in driving forward the construction phase of the project, • Liaise with the Project Manager to manage, control and allocate all project resources, • Support the Project Manager in planning the construction phase of the project, • Compile and review work package plans and other management plans, • Support the Project Manager to deliver project within programme and budget, • Work closely with the Planning department to obtain accurate and reliable programme data, • Monitor and report on contractual requirements, • Manage and monitor subcontract...

Are you a bit tired of the standard old-fashioned way of doing things in the construction industry? Are you a construction engineer aka section engineer/sub agent/agent/package manager/project manager (jeez they have lots of names don’t they!)? Do you get deep satisfaction from making things run more efficiently using a good dose of common sense and maybe a bit of technology? Have you always cared about the importance of proper planning and the connection between the schedule and the real day-to-day delivery of the job? Have you ever wanted to work a bit more flexibly but still be hands-on in construction and improving the industry? Sounds like a dream. Well, it isn’t, it is quite real! Read on! We are Laminar Projects! We are an award winning consultancy that implements technology to improve the delivery of complex construction projects. Improving construction strengthens the very foundation of human civilisation. (_ it) We also have a separate product team, Shape Construction, that takes the deep understanding of the projects we work on to develop construction management software products. The core of all this is our true secret sauce; people. We only recruit kind and authentic people who are fast learners. We are deeply focused on designing a new type of place that is optimised for the flourishing of the people in the team first and foremost. This approach has allowed us to grow from just 2 people in 2017 to over 200 today and we are still very much at the beginning! Joining us isn’t just some “job”, we challenge you to be your best self in all aspects of life. Our vision is designed to align how we operate with the fundamental aspects that enable anyone to have a fulfilled life: · Connects us with meaningful relationships · Inspires us to develop ourselves to become better humans · Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures _ 4 core values for a good life We believe a life of human flourishing is all about meaningful relationships with others and challenging yourself to create a positive impact. Our four core values are grow yourself, care about people, execute to greatness and build civilisation. This philosophy goes much deeper and you can see more on our website. We are achieving this vision through the following two missions: 1. To fully digitise the construction of human civilisation, 2. To create a new type of organisation that enables human flourishing while delivering a huge positive impact on society Laminar Projects is proud to be recognized as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Construction, Engineering & Property™ for 2024! Join a team where learning, collaboration, and growth are at the core of everything we do, and where solving big challenges is part of the fun. _ The Role This is a hybrid role which will combine remote working with site presence in client projects. Purpose of the role You will be helping to plan some of the most complex and interesting projects in the world. Team This role is part of our Project Management Consultancy which focuses on: · Understanding what the real problems of projects are · Implementing the best solutions to those problems · Developing scalable best practices, tools and technology More specifically you will be part of our Project Planning Discipline Team who are industry leaders in the planning of complex construction projects. Your initial leader will be one of our planning discipline directors. Your top 3 objectives 1. To make construction projects deliver to near perfection, 2. To create scalable and repeatable solutions to common problems, 3. To develop yourself and everyone around you Your top 5 responsibilities 1. Own the plan: Own the project plan for one or more projects and ensure that the project is working to it effectively. Ensure delays are mitigated and managed commercially, 2. Own the outcome: You may not be the project manager ultimately responsible for the results but you are sure as heck responsible for putting in your best effort to ensure the project’s understanding and focus on the plan no matter how stubborn they are!, 3. Report and inform: Provide simple actionable reports to stakeholders at all levels that help them deliver their part of the project more efficiently and effectively, 4. Make scalable solutions: Develop scalable and repeatable best practices and tools in collaboration with the team so that long-term impact is achieved, 5. Develop everyone: Maximise the development of your team personally and professionally and educate our clients to improve as well. (even if you are junior you can help your leader develop too!) Your Capabilities We train you in the full breadth of project management skills including planning, commercial, leadership, communication and technology so that you become an expert project leader equipped to transform any project you touch. Must-Have (The fundamentals) · Mastery: Construction engineering background with at least 2+ years of experience on construction projects · Communication: Proficient communicator in written and verbal English · Leadership: You lead yourself proactively and lead others by asking the right questions and challenging them · Impact: A track record of making projects and organisations better beyond just doing the basics Nice to Have (If you don’t have it now you will be trained intensively after joining) · Mastery: Decent Excel skills and a strong interest in data, experience in project planning both software and principles · Communication: The charisma, influence and presence to get construction people to do new things and take the best approach · Leadership: A proven leader/coach/developer of teams or teams of teams · Impact: A track record of implementing scalable and repeatable solutions in projects and organisations that had a significant positive impact Laminar isn’t the place for you if any of the following is true: · You want an easy, chilled-out role without much challenge · You like to be the smartest person in the room · You don’t like continuously receiving honest candid feedback · You prefer to do your own thing rather than work with a team At Laminar we value diverse experiences and perspectives, empowering each member to contribute their unique expertise towards our collective success, so if you don’t think you meet all the criteria but still are excited about this role we encourage you to apply anyways! _ Salary and Benefits Standard Stuff • Competitive salary dependent on location and capability, • Paid Annual Leave 25 days + statutory Bank Holidays, • Pension (Match contribution up to 7%), • Private health insurance, • In-House Coaching Sessions, • Discretionary bonus scheme for all team members. The Life-Changing Stuff · Flexibility: Getting things done is what really matters, not what time of day you do it. That means you don’t have to ask permission for things like picking up your kids or going to the doctor, just keep your team in the loop if you think they will be affected. · Grow your whole self: Our leaders are more like coaches and one of our main objectives is to give 5 years’ worth of learning and development for every 1 year with us. You have a coach, mentor, well-being therapist and a development-orientated environment: That’s literally what our vision is all about and the primary reason Laminar exists. · Be surrounded by the best: We only hire and retain the very best people. You might be used to being the smartest in the room but that won’t be the case in Laminar. You will be surrounded by people you can learn from. We are 100% meritocratic so fast progression is the norm. You will be supported to excel in whichever areas you are most interested in! With Laminar, development is unbounded. · Long-term impact: We are focused on solving the biggest issues in construction project delivery in a way that can spread and outlast us _ Application We get thousands of applications so please write us a letter as part of your application explaining: · Why do you want to join us? · What do you think you bring to the team? We aren't a giant faceless corporation; we really care about the people who want to join our team so all letters will be read thoroughly. You must be located and have the current right to work in the UK/EU. We can support the transfer of existing UK visas, but cannot sponsor new visas. In terms of application, we usually start with an intro call to tell you what we are all about in a casual conversation. That helps you to know us a bit better and tell us a bit about yourself. \n \n

A modern, dynamic accountancy practice is recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This renowned firm provides a range of high-quality accounting services to a varied client portfolio including ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, bonus of up to 5%, life insurance, health insurance, company pension, free onsite parking and social and client events. This role is predominantly office based; however, an element of hybrid and flexible working will be available once settled in. Whilst advertised as Senior Accountant, the role is effectively a Client Manager. You will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands-on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships. As Senior Accountant your responsibilities will include: • Portfolio Management – Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships, • Taxation – Prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisory, • Client Relations – Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlessly, • Team Leadership – Mentor and support the development of junior team members, leading by example on quality and service, • Practice Growth – Stay ahead of regulatory changes (including MTD for Income Tax) and identify value-add opportunities for clients Please do apply for this role if your have the following skills and experience: • Be a fully qualified member ACCA, ACA, or CIMA, • Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice, • Strong year-end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self-assessment, and VAT, • Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files ready for partner review, • Clear, professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues, • Experience with cloud-based accounting packages and ideally, practice management software, • Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax, • Exposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax Submit your CV for this Senior Accountant role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful

Vibe Care are seeking for their client an experienced Social Worker to work within the Children's Assessment Service Team for Children's Front Door Services. (Social Worker Grade 10-12) Based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. Hours: Full Time 37 hours per week - Flexible working can be discussed at interview The Role: Provide professional social work to a caseload of children, young people, and families, appropriate to experience and capabilities, ensuring their views are heard. Complete section 17 Child and Family Assessments and section 47 Child Protection enquiries in a timely manner, and make recommendations for appropriate outcomes. Ensure the highest of professional standards and good overall knowledge of relevant law, legislation, and practice in line with the values and principles of the Family Safeguarding model and Oxfordshire County Council's Threshold of Needs and Practice Standards. Ensure provision of good quality services which integrate government and local guidance and initiatives including, Children Acts 1989 & 2004, Working Together, local Child Protection and Looked After Children procedures, and the DoH, Assessment Framework 2000.*The nature of this post will require flexibility to meet urgent priorities as they arise. This may entail some work outside normal office hours on occasions. You will be expected to adopt a flexible attitude, to undertake a range of tasks in line with the needs of the service and support other services within the Front Door as and when needed. Responsibilities: Provide an efficient and effective service to children, young people, and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed, and that relevant interventions are provided where needed, in a timely way. Undertake child and family assessments for allocated families, assessing need and recommending proportionate outcomes, including plans that are SMART. Investigate allegations of harm or neglect under s47 Children Act 1989 when required. Act as the duty worker for the team on a rotational basis, responding to new referrals Prepare and submit written reports in a timely manner and of appropriate quality, including child and family assessments, child protection conference reports and, when required, legal reports for care proceedings. Ensure that the child's voice is considered in all casework and included in all assessments and plans. Liaise with and work in partnership other agencies and organisations, parents and carers. Attend initial Child in Need meetings, Community TAF meetings and Initial Child Protection Conferences, as required for each case presenting plans clearly, with professionalism and integrity, and to ensure the swift transition of families from the Children's Assessment Service to long term teams so that interventions to help, support and protect children and young people are offered in a timely manner. Ensure the Assistant /Team Manager is kept fully appraised of significant information about allocated families, seeking advice as and when necessary. To practice in line with the Council's procedures and statutory regulation in supporting children who come into the care of the local authority Attend case supervision / assessment reviews for all families and to ensure that relevant updates are provided before each meeting. Attend regular individual supervision and engage in continual professional development as recommended by the Assistant/Team Manager Use ICT to maintain accurate case records, and to be able to record activity in line with key performance management data. Ensure that all case management complies with the statutory requirements and the Council's policies and procedures To be familiar with and committed to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice and the Council Policy and Plan and to implement this in all aspects of working practice and promote it in the team, workplace, and wider organisation. Promote the involvement of young service users and families in meetings about them, and where possible, in-service development Comply with OCC health and safety policies, procedures, and rules, taking reasonable care of self and others. Complete any other duties as may be deemed necessary to carry out the full remit of the role.Essential Criteria: A relevant Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. Successful completion of the ASYE programme (or equivalent) and evidence of a minimum of 1 years post-qualifying social work experience in a statutory children's social care role (3 years for Senior Practitioner application). Knowledge and experience of undertaking Section 17 Child & Family Assessments and Section 47 Child Protection Investigations. Experience of working with children and their families in a statutory Children's Social Care setting and a good working knowledge of services relevant to children, young people, their families and carers. A good understanding of safeguarding, relevant legislation, guidance, policy and procedures Knowledge and experience of Children We Care For processes, procedures and care planning. Demonstrable experience of multi-agency working to achieve positive outcomes for children. Knowledge of a range of relevant tools and their application in practice to develop an evidence-base that informs the development of child-focused plans of intervention. Able to communicate appropriately and effectively, verbally and in writing with adults, children and other professionals, ensuring language is accessible to all. Able to produce timely and high-quality written work and comply with directorate recording procedures. Able to effectively use a range of IT systems (Word, Outlook and Children's Services Case Recording Systems). Able to demonstrate good professional analysis, risk assessment and decision-making skills.Desirable Criteria: Experience of working in a children's assessment team setting An understanding and commitment to the principles of the Family Safeguarding Model, including knowledge and experience of Motivational Interviewing. Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) Trained.Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy