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Opportunity to manage a high performing Software team building brand new SaaS products… Software Development Manager £90 – 95k basic Portsmouth – Hybrid with one day a week in the office and 4 days WFH Your new opportunity… You’ll be leading a team of 10 of the most senior developers within the business as they build out new products and inject AI into their platforms. This is a hands off role, where you’ll be line managing individuals, monitoring performance and owning the standard of products being created, ensuring long-term performance and productivity. A key part of this role will be fostering and promoting a collaborative, productive environment where your reports are motivated to share ideas and improve process. Your new organisation… You’ll be joining a global SaaS technology organisation that is the market leader in their sector. They are passionate about software and technology and are continually striving to be better and stay clear of their competitors. Although extremely well established with a huge customer base, they are continuing to grow and develop new products whilst embracing AI and it’s capabilities. What you’ll bring… You’ve come from a strong development background but your passion now lies in people management and inspiring others. Some skills and knowledge you’ll bring: • Extensive experience of managing a development team in a SaaS environment., • Strong experience in managing and monitoring engineering performance and implementing and driving continuous improvement., • A background in hands on Software Development and experience in the following tech stack: NestJS/NodeJS, Redis, TypeScript, SQL Server (other tech backgrounds will be considered)., • The ability to communicate with individuals at all levels and to challenge Tech leads and other senior stakeholders. What’s in it for you? This is an opportunity for someone passionate about technology who wants to join a fast-growing SaaS company. Salary for this role is £90,000 – 95,000 basic. It’s a hybrid role with one day a week in the Portsmouth office and 4 days from home. Other benefits include 25 days holiday (+ your birthday and bank holidays), pension, EAP scheme and more. What’s next? To learn more about this opportunity, please click apply or send your CV to dominic . buck @ mexasolutions . com I’ll be reviewing every CV that applies or lands in my inbox so please don’t be put off by the volume of applications on this role.

Senior Product Manager (SaaS) Portsmouth (Hybrid - 1 day a week onsite, 4 days remote) We're working with a growing and ambitious SaaS business that is expanding into an exciting new customer segment. With strong early adoption and significant investment behind the product, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping its future. The Opportunity You'll take ownership of a developing product within a friendly and ambitious environment, working closely with engineering, design, sales, and marketing teams to deliver a best-in-class solution. This is a hands-on Product role where you'll influence strategy, drive delivery, and directly impact customer success. What You'll Be Doing • Product Ownership & Delivery: Define and own the product roadmap aligned to customer needs and market trends. Work closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. Collaborate with UX/UI to create intuitive and engaging user experiences., • Customer & Market Insight: Gather and analyse user feedback and product data to inform decisions. Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities. Continuously improve the product based on real-world usage., • 4+ years' experience as a Product Manager in a SaaS or tech environment - B2B ideally, • Strong understanding of SaaS products and cloud-based platforms., • Experience working in Agile environments (Jira, Confluence or similar)., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Opportunity to own and shape a growing product with strong backing. Collaborative, fast-paced environment with real impact. Clear progression and development opportunities. Hybrid working model. We cant advertise salary but it is competitive, above average and comes with a flexible hybrid pattern of 1 day a week onsite near Portsmouth & Fareham (30-40 minutes from Southampton) Interested? Hit apply. You can reach out to for more info or to arrange a confidential chat Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Product Manager – Own It. Lead It. Build It. Are you ready to take full ownership of a commercial SaaS product? This is your chance to lead the entire product lifecycle for an innovative B2B platform, driving its growth and evolution while working with a collaborative, forward-thinking team. We’re on the hunt for an experienced Senior Product Manager to join a growing company in Portsmouth (1 day / week onsite) and play a pivotal role in defining the future of their flagship SaaS product. What’s in it for you? • Salary: £60,000 - £80,000, • Location: Portsmouth (hybrid working – 1 day per week in the office)., • Ownership: Lead the product roadmap and deliver real impact across its lifecycle., • Collaboration: Work alongside UX/UI designers, engineers, and external senior business leaders to create a best-in-class solution in an Agile environment, • Innovation: Be at the forefront of a cutting-edge SaaS product with a customer-first focus. What you’ll do: • Own the product roadmap: Define, refine, and prioritise features based on customer feedback and market insights., • Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create intuitive, engaging user interfaces., • Lead development efforts with engineering teams, ensuring the product delivers on its vision., • Use market research and competitor analysis to differentiate the product and identify new opportunities., • Support go-to-market strategies, working closely with sales, marketing, and customer success teams to launch and track new features., • Analyse product performance post-launch, using data to guide improvements and future updates. What we’re looking for: • SaaS Expertise: Strong background as a Product Manager with hands-on experience owning and leading SaaS B2B products., • Methodologies: Strong experience in Agile and/or Waterfall, • Tech-Savvy: A strong understanding of SaaS business models, cloud-based technologies, and agile development methodologies., • Customer-Focused: Passion for understanding customer needs and delivering value through innovation., • Analytical: Data-driven decision-making with a knack for prioritising what matters most., • Collaborative: Excellent communication skills to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike. Why this role? This isn’t just another product management role – it’s your chance to take the reins of an exciting SaaS product, driving its growth and ensuring it continues to exceed customer expectations. If you’re ready to make an impact and build something meaningful, this is the role for you. Ready to lead the future of SaaS innovation? Send your CV to bob . bath @ mexasolutions . com and let’s start the conversation.

An excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering leader from an electronics background to take ownership of a multidisciplinary technical team within a growing, well-established manufacturer supplying into safety-critical markets. Do you have a background in electronic product development and team leadership? Are you looking for a role where you can shape technical strategy while still staying close to the engineering? Established for several decades, this market-leading business designs and manufactures specialist electronic and electromechanical products used in regulated environments worldwide. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and compliance, the company has continued to grow and invest in new product development. They are now looking to appoint an Engineering Manager to lead their in-house technical function. In this role, you will take responsibility for all engineering activities across electronics, mechanical design, and system integration. You will lead a small multidisciplinary team, oversee new product development from concept through to manufacture, and ensure all products meet relevant international compliance standards. You will also act as the technical interface with suppliers and customers, including overseas manufacturing partners, while driving continuous improvement across engineering processes. This role would therefore suit an experienced Engineering Manager or Senior Engineer ready to step into a leadership role, who is looking for long-term progression within a stable and technically focused business. The Role: • Leading and developing a multidisciplinary engineering team* Owning new product design and development activities* Managing transition from design to manufacture* Overseeing compliance, testing, and certification* Acting as technical liaison with suppliers and customers (including overseas)* £75,000 - £85,000 + 33 Days Holiday + Medical + Flexible Working The Person: • Proven experience in electronic product design and development* Background in engineering management or senior technical leadership* Strong understanding of product compliance and certification* Experience working with multidisciplinary teams* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills* Commutable to Portsmouth Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Your new companyWe are currently recruiting for a Maximo Application Manager on a permanent basis to join an organisation based in Portsmouth that is committed to improving the way it manages and maximises its assets through technology.This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a critical enterprise application, influence how Maximo is used across the business and lead meaningful transformation and improvement initiatives. You will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders and have the chance to shape the future direction of asset management systems.Your new roleAs Maximo Application Manager, you will take full end-to-end ownership of the IBM Maximo application, ensuring it supports the organisation's asset management strategy and wider operational goals. This is a senior application management role combining technical leadership, stakeholder engagement and people management. You will oversee the implementation, configuration and ongoing optimisation of Maximo, ensuring high availability, performance, security and compliance at all times.You will act as the primary point of contact for Maximo across the business, working closely with operations, engineering and maintenance teams to understand asset management requirements and translate these into effective technical solutions. The role will involve managing system integrations, data quality, reporting and analytics, including the use of AI, as well as leading system upgrades and enhancements.You will liaise with IBM and third party vendors on support, licencing and system improvements, while also leading and mentoring a Maximo Analyst. In addition, you will manage change control, system documentation and governance standards, ensuring Maximo is used consistently and in line with agreed policies. The role includes leading application-related projects, developing delivery plans, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring successful outcomes with minimal impact to users. You will also provide out-of-hours or on-call support as part of a rota and act as an escalation point for Maximo related issues, alongside providing management and support for other applications where required.What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have strong experience in Maximo application management and systems support within a complex IT environment. You will have a solid understanding of asset management systems, integrations and data governance, alongside experience of managing application lifecycles and delivering system enhancements or projects.You will be an effective communicator, comfortable working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and confident in translating business requirements into practical system solutions. People management or mentoring experience is useful, (but not essential, so this opportunity could provide your first step into management),as is the ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt within defined parameters.What you'll get in return • Salary of up to £65,000 (some flexibility on this for the right person), • Company pension contributions, • Bonus schemes and employee recognition programmes, • Life assurance and insurance cover, • Generous annual leave allowance (up to 33 days), • Christmas bonus, • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, car schemes, pension), • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 confidential support, • Virtual GP service, • Annual flu vaccinations Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Bennett and Game are currently working a heavy civil engineering contractor that deliver high-quality civil engineering, infrastructure and water-management projects in challenging environments. They pride themselves on their commitment to excellence, safety, sustainability and professional development, supporting their teams to grow and excel on some of the UK's most impactful and complex engineering projects. Due to continue growth they are looking to bring on a Junior Site Engineer. You'll work alongside their Senior Site Engineer and Site Engineer to support the delivery of projects across marine, flood defence, water or infrastructure work-streams. Key responsibilities include: • Carry out setting out, surveying and monitoring activities, including movement, vibration, noise and material compliance., • Maintain and check survey equipment calibration and ensure reference points are protected., • Inspect and record works prior to cover-up and at key construction stages., • Review drawings, identify amendments or variances and raise these with the Site Manager., • Highlight programme risks, sequencing issues and technical queries., • Maintain quality, environmental and safety records, ensuring compliance with company procedures., • Support accident and incident reporting in line with company guidelines., • Order materials, measure quantities, coordinate deliveries and track material usage and waste., • Monitor plant and equipment requirements and utilisation., • Assist the Site Manager with site returns and quality documentation., • Attend and contribute to site meetings and briefings., • HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) or actively working towards IEng/Chartered status with the Institution of Civil Engineers., • Familiarity with surveying and setting-out - experience with total stations, GPS systems, and surveying methods., • Basic CAD skills; knowledge of survey-related AutoDesk software desirable., • Full driving licence and valid CSCS card., • Commitment to site-based work and working on-site for water, marine or infrastructure-type projects., • Structured career development and training - mentoring from experienced engineers and senior staff, support towards professional accreditation (IEng/CEng)., • Opportunity to work across a variety of challenging and rewarding civil engineering projects., • A strong safety-first culture, with full HSE support and emphasis on environmental standards, • A collaborative working environment - our teams are supportive, inclusive, and committed to delivering quality work safely and sustainably.

Project Manager Project Manager - Housing Management System Transformation Hybrid | South Coast | 24-month Programme Lead a flagship transformation that will shape the future of housing services for over 15,000 households. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile Housing Management System (HMS) replacement programme-one that will modernise how residents access services, how teams work, and how a major public sector provider uses data, technology and insight to deliver safer, smarter, more responsive housing. You'll be at the heart of a once-in-a-generation modernisation programme, backed by senior leadership, with strong organisational commitment and a clear mandate for change. If you're driven by meaningful work, complex delivery, and the chance to leave a legacy, this role offers all of that and more. The Role You'll lead the end-to-end delivery of a major cloud-based HMS implementation-spanning planning, configuration, data migration, testing, cutover and post-go-live stabilisation. You'll coordinate specialists across digital, data, housing operations, finance, suppliers and governance teams to ensure everything lands smoothly, safely and in line with strategic goals. This is a role for a leader: someone who can bring structure, clarity and confidence to a transformation that will change how thousands of residents and staff experience housing services. Key Responsibilities • Lead the full lifecycle of a modern SaaS HMS implementation, • Manage and motivate a multidisciplinary project team, • Own delivery plans, governance, RAID, budget tracking and reporting, • Oversee complex data cleansing and migration from legacy systems, • Drive system configuration, integrations and technical readiness, • Lead SIT, UAT, quality assurance and cutover planning, • Support business change, training and user adoption, • Ensure a smooth, well-governed transition into BAU support, • Delivery of housing-related IT programmes or large-scale system implementations, • Strong understanding of housing services (tenancy, repairs, rents, allocations, assets, ASB etc.), • Experience working with platforms like NEC Housing, Dynamics 365 or similar, • Experience delivering in cloud/SaaS environments, • Strong governance, reporting, risk and change control skills, • Data migration experience, • PRINCE2 Practitioner (or equivalent), • Understanding of GDPR and housing regulatory standards, • Confident workshop and stakeholder facilitator The organisation you'll join values collaboration, integrity, inclusivity and a genuine commitment to improving services for local communities. You'll be supported, trusted and given the space to deliver a transformation that truly matters. Interested in finding out more? Apply below, or send a message for further details. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Project Planner 12 month contract Based in Portsmouth Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using MS Project or Primavera P6? Do you have experience in Scheduling, logic checking, Earned Value, and Risk Management? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? As the Project Planner, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: • Creation, maintenance, and timely delivery of the top-level and lower-level schedules, and Integrated Project Team (IPT) schedules, • Analysing project costs versus project forward load in conjunction with resource tracking/management, • Payment Milestone tracking, • Risk analysis tracking, • Change Control, • Support management consolidation, judgement, recommendations, and the timely provision of all necessary management data and reporting information, • Provide consolidated project reports on a monthly and quarterly basis to senior management, • Create and maintain standardised templates for schedules and project reporting, • Experienced in working within Project Management, including scheduling, logic checking, Earned Value, and Risk Management, • Knowledge of planning best practice, e.g. logic linking/dependencies, resource scheduling, preforming schedule health checks, Critical Path analysis, and work Breakdown Structure (WBS), • Planning to stage boundaries - contingency planning, • Good knowledge/understanding of Project Management methodologies Project Planner 12 month contract Based in Portsmouth Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Thomas Search Recruitment Group has partnered with a leading UK defence technology organisation who is looking for experienced Combat Systems Engineers in the Portsmouth area. This is an exciting opportunity to work across ground-breaking maritime innovations and be part of a growing professional community. As a Combat System Engineer, you will have an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference to the UK’s Armed Forces, you will play a key role in the delivery of the necessary integration, test, evaluation, and acceptance activities across all phases of the equipment lifecycle to support the development and delivery of operationally effective Combat System capability.Day-to-day, you will operate within a team of engineers to deliver the NCSISS (Naval Combat Systems Integration Support Service) contract. You will be required to conduct integration and testing as directed by the team’s Senior Combat System Engineers, working in partnership with the NCSISS Project Manager, to ensure a consistent approach to the design, delivery and support of our service and advice in accordance with the Technical Delivery Plan. You will have responsibility for delivering specific, project tasks, and will support customer engagement to understand their requirements with respect to capability and programme constraints. You will then develop a test plan, conduct integration and produce supporting evidence for customer use. • Executing key systems engineering activities on significant projects, • Engaging with external and internal stakeholders to ensure customer and business needs are satisfied and issues are mitigated, • Directing technical documentation in support of work carried out, • Delivering work and reporting on progress to project leads and customers, • Conducting sea trials on Royal Navy Ships, including potentially overseas Experience & Qualifications for the Combat systems Engineer:, • Degree qualified in Engineering, Physics or similar, • Proven experience on Naval Combat Systems or Radar, Sonar, C2 or Weapons, • Experience in Test & Evaluation or Integration Portsmouth Technology Park (PTP) is a key site with the MOD, focusing on advanced technology development and engineering services. It is dedicated to research and development, ensuring that complex systems are designed, integrated, and tested effectively to meet operational requirements. The facility utilises sophisticated modelling and simulation techniques to analyse and predict performance.This role is a 37-hour working week based at Portsdown Technology Park, Portsmouth, Hampshire. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other sites across the UK will be expected.Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

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Job Profile for Head Of Commercial 45765 Bennett & Game are delighted to be working with a fast-growing contractor within the solar and renewables sector, seeking to appoint a Head of Commercial as part of a strategic leadership hire during a pivotal stage of growth. Backed by a £700m turnover group, the business has achieved 142% growth over the past 12 months and has clear plans to scale from £17m turnover to £50m to £60m within the next three to four years. Following rapid expansion, the company is now looking to appoint a commercially driven leader to establish, structure and scale a best-in-class commercial function. This is a rare opportunity to step into a Head of Commercial role with genuine autonomy, building commercial processes, implementing systems and software, shaping governance, and growing a high-performing team beneath you. The long-term pathway is clearly mapped towards Commercial Director level as the business continues to expand. The business is open to background, welcoming experience from main contracting, fit-out, M&E, renewables, solar or housebuilding environments. What is essential is the drive, structure and ambition to build something and grow with it. Head of Commercial Salary & Benefits Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site Manager Location: PortsmouthContract Length: 2-3 monthsStart Date: ASAPPay: £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella only - No CIS) We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager / Senior Site Manager to support a leading South Coast contractor on a major educational development in Portsmouth. This role focuses on early-phase delivery, including full site set-up, civils coordination, and utilities installation during a key stage of the project. Role Responsibilities • Overseeing full site establishment and logistics planning, • Managing groundworks and civils interfaces, • Coordinating temporary works with the project engineering team, • Planning and sequencing utilities and service installation, • Leading daily coordination with subcontractors, • Ensuring all works meet safety standards, specifications and programme targets, • Proven experience as a Site Manager on large construction schemes, • Strong background in groundworks, civils and early-stage project delivery, • Ability to manage multiple trades and maintain site standards, • Black CSCS Card, • SMSTS, • 2-3 month contract, • Immediate start available, • £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella) If you are interested in this position, please send your CV or call the Hays Southampton office for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A progressive and people-focused principal contractor is looking to appoint a Design Manager to join its expanding design team, supporting the delivery of major façade remediation and complex building envelope schemes. With confirmed work secured into 2028, this is an opportunity to join a stable, cash-rich business that continues to invest in its people, its technology, and the future of safer, better-built environments. Based out of their head office in the Portsmouth area, projects are delivered nationwide. This new position has been created due to increased workload, offering a unique opportunity to shape and influence design management within the business. Projects range in value up to £22 million and include complex schemes across residential towers, stadiums, commercial buildings, and public sector assets. The company has built strong, long-term partnerships with blue-chip clients and is widely recognised for technical delivery on challenging and sensitive sites. Now targeting further growth, the company is scaling with purpose, aiming to exceed £50 million turnover this year. Backed by a listed parent group with significant financial strength, they operate with a modern, entrepreneurial approach while maintaining strong family values and a culture of trust and development. Design Manager Salary & Benefits • Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 (DOE), • 25-30 days holiday + Bank Holiday, • Pension Scheme, • Project Bonus Scheme, • Company Bonus Scheme, • 4 Years Death in Service Cover, • Critical Illness Cover, • Hybrid working available (mainly office-based with occasional site visits), • Team Social Events, • Company events and supportive social environment, • Comprehensive in-house and external Training and Development, • Access to Udemy and training courses, • Charity Fundraising Days, • Office facilities including stocked kitchen and showerDesign Manager Job Overview, • Manage and coordinate design deliverables across complex envelope remediation and construction schemes., • Ensure all design milestones are achieved and programmes continuously updated., • Oversee and drive performance of external design houses, consultants, and internal design/technical teams., • Provide programme and milestone control using Microsoft Project., • Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, commercial, and operational teams., • Monitor design risk and ensure compliance with HRB requirements and regulatory standards., • Support procurement and site delivery by ensuring accurate and timely design information., • Attend occasional site visits as required (no permanent site presence).Design Manager Requirements, • Minimum 5 years' experience in design and/or project management within the building envelope or wider construction industry., • Strong background in design management; façade remediation experience desirable., • Technical proficiency with Microsoft Project; Primavera advantageous., • Ability to manage workflows, external consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams., • Strong commercial awareness in relation to design deliverables., • Confident communicator, able to build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships., • Candidates from an architectural background (e.g., Architectural Technologist) with progression into project management will also be considered.What makes this opportunity different?, • Forward workload confirmed into 2028, • Secure financial backing with strong reserves, • Low staff turnover and clear paths for progression, • Structured mentoring and access to coaching, • Real stories of team members doubling their earnings in under three years, • Weekly culture feedback that informs senior management decisions Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Tax Manager – Advisory role in Portsmouth – lead client advisory work & support strategic tax planning. Our Client is a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice with a strong regional footprint and a growing advisory tax offering. With a diverse client base and a collaborative culture, they are now seeking a talented Tax Manager to join their advisory team. The RoleThis is a dynamic opportunity for an experienced tax professional to deliver high-quality advisory services across a range of tax matters, primarily focused on OMBs. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, support client meetings, and contribute to the development of junior team members. Key Responsibilities • Provide tailored tax advice across a broad spectrum of issues, • Attend client meetings and support proposal development, • Collaborate with tax partners and directors to grow the advisory offering, • Mentor junior colleagues and support team development, • Liaise with internal specialists and external counsel where neededWhat We’re Looking For, • Strong advisory tax experience gained in a UK accountancy practice, • Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver technical advice, • CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), • Excellent communication skills, both written and face-to-face 4739616

Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site Manager Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site ManagerLocation: Portsmouth Contract Length: 2–3 months Start Date: ASAP Pay: £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella only – No CIS) We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager / Senior Site Manager to support a leading South Coast contractor on a major educational development in Portsmouth. This role focuses on early‑phase delivery, including full site set‑up, civils coordination, and utilities installation during a key stage of the project. Role Responsibilities • Overseeing full site establishment and logistics planning, • Managing groundworks and civils interfaces, • Coordinating temporary works with the project engineering team, • Planning and sequencing utilities and service installation, • Leading daily coordination with subcontractors, • Ensuring all works meet safety standards, specifications and programme targets, • Proven experience as a Site Manager on large construction schemes, • Strong background in groundworks, civils and early‑stage project delivery, • Ability to manage multiple trades and maintain site standards, • Black CSCS Card, • SMSTS, • 2–3 month contract, • Immediate start available, • £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella)

Freelance Senior Site Manager Freelance Senior Site Manager Rate: £350 per day Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to join a commercial construction project close to Fareham. This role focuses on the early stages of the scheme, including overseeing groundwork packages, setting up future packages, and supporting the Project Manager. Key Responsibilities • Manage and coordinate initial site activities and groundwork packages., • Assist in setting up subcontractor packages for upcoming phases., • Ensure site safety and compliance with regulations., • Work closely with the Project Manager to deliver project objectives.Requirements, • Black CSCS Card (Manager level)., • SMSTS certification., • First Aid qualification., • Proven experience managing early-stage construction works., • Strong organisational and communication skills.Details, • Location: Fareham, • Project Type: Commercial scheme, • Rate: £350 per day (PAYE or Umbrella), • Start: Immediate, • Duration: 6 monthsIf you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link below or contact James Mitchell at the Southampton Hays office for a confidential discussion. # 4759477

Engineering Manager – Manufacturing Site Bespoke Electromechanical Manufacturing | Leadership Role | South Coast England Salary up to £95,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Pension + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced engineering leader with a technical background in bespoke manufacturing, ready to manage a busy electromechanical production site? Do you want to join a market-leading engineering organisation, part of an aggressively growing UK group, and take ownership of operational performance, people, and technical delivery? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a skilled team on the South Coast, shaping bespoke electromechanical manufacturing operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring high-quality delivery of custom engineered solutions. The Company • Market-leading UK engineering organisation, • Part of a rapidly expanding, investment-backed engineering group, • Strong reputation for technical excellence and innovative bespoke solutions, • Stable, profitable, and growth-focused You will oversee direct reports and manage the entire engineering, design, and production operations, ensuring excellent customer service and operational efficiency. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for technical operations, P&L responsibility, resource planning, process improvement, and people development, all within a bespoke manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and motivate engineering, design, and operational teams across production, design, and equipment sub-divisions, • Deliver high-quality bespoke electromechanical solutions tailored to client requirements, • Oversee direct reports, ensuring teams are engaged and delivering to the highest standards, • Full P&L responsibility, • Monitoring operational and technical performance through KPIs, • Ensure customer specification is accurately planned, designed and delivered to cost, quality, and timeline expectations, • Collaborate with the sales team on new product development, customer propositions, and tender costing, • Maintain and improve safety, quality, and risk management systems, • Proven engineering or technical leadership experience in bespoke manufacturing, • Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, including design, engineering design, production, and software support, • Strong background in process improvement, people development, and operational excellence, • Experience with budgets, P&L, and cash management, • Technical experience in bespoke electromechanical solutions or custom engineered products, • Salary up to £95,000 (DOE), • £5,000 annual car allowance, • Company pension scheme, • Annual salary review, • Buy & sell holiday scheme, • Flexible working opportunities, • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, • Employee benefits portal (discounts & savings), • Health and wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme, • Lead a market-leading, fast-growing engineering organisation, • Senior technical role with significant operational influence, • Opportunity to shape bespoke electromechanical engineering, design, and production operations, • Work with a highly skilled, motivated engineering and design team, • Deliver custom engineered solutions for demanding technical markets Apply today.

Your new companyOur client is undertaking a major multi-year transformation programme designed to modernise systems, improve customer experience, and strengthen operational performance across the entire organisation. This is a genuinely exciting period of change, backed by senior leadership and significant investment. To support the programme, they are looking for an experienced Project Manager with hands-on business analysis capability, someone who can bring structure, clarity, and momentum to a wide range of projects and help the organisation deliver meaningful, long-lasting improvements. Your new roleAs Project Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and driving a variety of transformation initiatives from early discovery through to delivery. You'll work across business functions, collaborating closely with senior executives, department heads, and business-led Project Leads to define objectives, agree priorities, and develop a clear and actionable project approach, particularly where scope, ownership or expectations may initially be unclear. You will take the lead on developing core project artefacts, including business cases, detailed requirements (user stories or equivalent), prioritisation frameworks such as MoSCoW, and As-Is/To-Be process mapping. Your work will ensure each initiative is properly defined, documented, and ready for successful delivery. Beyond shaping the work, you'll remain actively involved throughout delivery to ensure requirements are implemented as intended. You will work closely with delivery teams, operational leads and stakeholders to support readiness, adoption and the embedding of change across the organisation. This role is central to ensuring outcomes are understood, benefits are realised, and change is absorbed effectively into the business. Although this isn't a governance-heavy, full-lifecycle PM role for every project, there will be instances where you'll take end-to-end ownership, particularly for smaller initiatives or when the programme requires additional delivery capacity. What you'll need to succeed • Experience delivering in complex, fast-moving or evolving environments, • Strong project management capability, especially around scoping, discovery, requirements definition and early-stage shaping, • Confidence working with senior leaders, with the ability to influence constructively, balance differing viewpoints and shape direction where clarity is lacking, • Ability to manage your own workload, operate independently and apply initiative, • Practical experience supporting change activity, including stakeholder engagement, communications and user adoption, • Exposure to benefits identification, measurement and tracking, • Competitive pension contributions, • Bonus schemes and employee recognition programmes, • Life assurance and insurance cover, • Generous annual leave allowance (up to 33 days), • Christmas bonus, • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, car schemes, pension), • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential support, • Virtual GP service, • Annual flu vaccinations Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Project Manager - Portsmouth Project Manager - Portsmouth Salary: £68,000 – £75,000 + Car Allowance + Pension Location: Portsmouth / South Coast (Regional Travel Required) We are partnering with a well‑established South Coast construction firm who, due to continued growth and a secured pipeline of defence work, are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to join their team. This Project Manager – Portsmouth role will involve delivering a long‑term MOD estate programme, consisting of both refurbishment and new build schemes across multiple sections of a large, operational site. Typical project values range from £1 million to £8 million, and the successful candidate must bring experience in both new build and refurbishment within sensitive, secure, or defence‑related environments. This is a key appointment for the business, offering long‑term stability, variety of work, and future progression as the MOD programme continues to expand. Company OverviewThis South Coast contractor delivers high‑quality projects across a range of sectors, with a strong footprint in: • Defence / MOD, • Commercial, • Education, • Industrial, • Public Sector Key Responsibilities • Lead delivery of MOD refurbishment and new build schemes across an occupied estate, • Oversee day‑to‑day site management, project planning, and programme control, • Manage subcontractors, logistics, health & safety and quality compliance, • Work closely with commercial and design teams to ensure successful project outcomes, • Maintain strong relationships with MOD stakeholders and project partners, • Ensure all works meet stringent security and operational requirementsAbout You, • Experienced Project Manager, confident in managing both new build and refurbishment projects, • Previous exposure to MOD, defence, secure, or government‑led schemes is highly desirable, • Strong organisational and leadership skills, • Able to manage multiple work phases across estate‑wide improvements, • SMSTS, CSCS (Manager level), First Aid preferred, • Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management ability, • What’s on Offer, • £68,000 – £75,000 salary + car allowance + pension, • Opportunity to lead multi‑phase MOD schemes near Portsmouth, • Long‑term project pipeline with strong future progression

Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Technology Project Manager with strong expertise in IT Service Management (ITSM) and enterprise service management platforms such as ServiceNow. This role requires a senior individual who can confidently manage complex technology change, drive delivery across multiple workstreams, and operate effectively within a large stakeholder environment. The successful candidate will lead the project management of ITSM-related initiatives, ensuring structured delivery, clear communication, and alignment across a wide and varied group of business and technical stakeholders. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end project delivery for ITSM / ServiceNow platform enhancements and implementations., • Manage a diverse group of senior stakeholders across technology, operations, and business functions., • Drive project planning, RAID management, governance, reporting, and delivery cadence., • Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and internal SMEs to ensure successful execution., • Oversee requirements definition, design reviews, testing cycles, and go-live readiness., • Ensure risks, issues, and dependencies are proactively managed and communicated., • Maintain strong alignment with service management, digital operations, and support teams.

Corporate Tax Associate Director role in Portsmouth – lead complex engagements & drive strategic growth. Our Client is a highly respected accountancy practice with a strong regional presence and a reputation for delivering expert tax advisory and compliance services to a diverse portfolio of corporate clients. With continued growth across the South East, they are now seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Associate Director to join their leadership team. The OpportunityThis is a strategic role for a seasoned corporate tax professional looking to step into a leadership position. You’ll oversee complex tax engagements, provide high-level advisory support, and play a key role in client relationship management and business development. The role offers scope to influence the direction of the tax team and contribute to the firm’s continued success. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage large corporate tax engagements across a varied client base, • Deliver strategic tax planning and compliance advice, • Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture, • Drive operational efficiency and champion new ways of working, • Support growth initiatives through networking and identifying new business opportunities, • Strong corporate tax experience gained within a reputable UK accountancy practice, • Proven ability to manage complex tax matters and lead client engagements, • CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified, • Commercially astute with a proactive approach to business development

Head of Engineering - SaaS An exciting new opportunity with a high-growth B2B SaaS business scaling a complex, customer-facing platform used at significant volume. With continued investment in engineering, tooling, and leadership, they're looking for a talented Head of Engineering to help evolve and scale their software engineering function. This role suits someone who came up through software engineering, understands modern development at depth, and now leads through strong principles, clear thinking, and trust rather than command-and-control. The Role You'll own the end-to-end software development operation, leading a small group of Software Development Managers (4-5) who manage 40-50 engineers across software development. Engineering & leadership is UK-based. This isn't a role for someone stepping away from engineering, it's for someone who still cares deeply about how software is built, even at senior leadership level. What You'll Be Responsible For • Owning delivery, quality, and scalability across the development function., • Embedding modern DevOps practices as part of development - CI/CD, automation, small batch delivery, and fast feedback., • Driving continuous improvement using metrics and meaningful engineering KPIs., • Improving developer productivity through better tooling, process, and engineering discipline., • Leading and developing managers, creating consistency while allowing teams autonomy., • Partnering closely with the CTO on technology strategy, platform evolution, and future capability., • 5+ years in a senior engineering leadership role (Director, Head of Engineering, VP, or Senior Engineering Manager)., • Strong technical background, having progressed from hands-on software engineering., • Proven experience managing managers and scaling engineering teams 30+., • Comfortable leading distributed and offshore teams., • Deep understanding of modern & mature software development and DevOps practices., • Senior leadership position with genuine influence and ownership., • A company that invests in technology, tools, and training., • Modern tech stack, robust engineering processes, and clear growth ambitions., • Remote-first culture with purposeful collaboration. Hit apply or message me directly for a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

📊 Quality Assurance – Compliance & Governance 💼 Permanent Role | £40,000–£47,000 DOE + Benefits 📍 Portsmouth (Hybrid Working – Candidates must be within commutable distance) Are you a Quality or Assurance professional with experience in governance, compliance and ISO standards? Do you enjoy improving systems, strengthening organisational controls and ensuring quality frameworks operate effectively across a growing business? This is an excellent opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering surveying, engineering and compliance services across defence, public sector and commercial environments. As the organisation continues to grow, maintaining robust quality management systems and assurance processes is key to supporting operational excellence and regulatory compliance. The role is hybrid; however, you will be primarily based from the Portsmouth office, so applicants must be within a reasonable commuting distance. The Role As Quality Manager – Assurance & Governance, you will take ownership of the organisation’s Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with recognised standards, particularly ISO 9001. Working closely with senior leadership and operational teams, you’ll embed consistent processes, drive audit readiness and promote a culture of continuous improvement. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys translating quality and compliance requirements into practical, workable processes that add real value across the business. What You’ll Be Doing • Manage and continuously improve the organisation’s Quality Management System (QMS), • Lead compliance with ISO standards, particularly ISO 9001, including maintenance and ongoing certification readiness, • Plan, coordinate and deliver internal audits, supporting external and certification audits, • Develop and maintain policies, procedures and quality documentation, • Oversee assurance activities, risk registers and compliance reporting, • Monitor performance data and quality metrics to support business improvement, • Work with operational teams to embed consistent processes and best practice, • Support senior leadership with governance reporting, audit outcomes and improvement plans, • Identify gaps, risks and opportunities for continuous improvement, • Promote a culture of quality, accountability and operational consistency across the organisation What We’re Looking For • Experience in a Quality Manager, Assurance, Compliance or Governance role, • Strong understanding of ISO standards, ideally ISO 9001, • Experience managing or supporting a Quality Management System, • Internal auditing experience (lead or participant level), • Structured, detail-oriented and methodical approach, • Confident communicator able to influence stakeholders across all levels, • Experience within engineering, construction, consultancy, defence or regulated environments is advantageous, • Relevant qualifications such as ISO Internal/Lead Auditor, Quality Management or similar are desirable, • Must hold or be eligible to obtain UK Government Security Clearance, • Must be within commutable distance of the Portsmouth office What’s on Offer • Salary £40,000–£47,000, depending on experience, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with buy/sell options, • Hybrid working with flexibility where required, • Collaborative and professional working environment, • Opportunity to shape and develop quality and assurance practices within a growing business If you’re a Quality professional with a passion for ISO standards, assurance and continuous improvement, this role offers genuine influence, responsibility and long-term career development. 📩 Apply now to find out more.

Role overview: To lead the software development of a high-level autonomy capability to be deployed to all autonomous vehicles. This is a diverse R&D-led role covering vessel guidance, mission frameworks and behaviours, obstacle avoidance, and other high-level capabilities including modern AI techniques. Most development will require strong expertise with C++, Python, ROS/ROS2, DDS, and embedded Linux environments. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising autonomy algorithms and systems in both experimental and production settings. You should be comfortable handling complex workloads across R&D, prototyping, and mission-critical production deployments. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Lead the development and implementation of high-level autonomous behaviours for unmanned vehicles., • Design and optimise algorithms for obstacle avoidance, path planning, and mission-level autonomy., • Work extensively with ROS2, DDS, and Linux-based systems to develop robust autonomy software., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including perception, navigation, and hardware engineers, to integrate autonomy solutions., • Develop and maintain high-quality, well-documented code using C++ and Python., • Conduct rigorous testing and validation of autonomy software in both simulated and real-world environments., • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers and researchers., • Balance R&D experimentation with production-level software deployment and optimisation. PERSON SPECIFICIATION Essential skills, knowledge and experience: • Extensive experience in C++, with a focus on software architecture and algorithms., • Strong understanding of autonomous system design, including motion planning, state estimation, and behaviour-based control., • Experience working with Linux, including system-level debugging and performance tuning., • Solid knowledge of real-time systems, distributed computing, and middleware communication frameworks., • Experience developing and deploying software in an R&D and production environment., • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to innovate and iterate on autonomy algorithms., • Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical ideas clearly. Desirable skills, knowledge and experience: • Proven expertise in ROS or ROS2 and/or DDS based systems, Python., • Experience with sensor fusion techniques (LIDAR, RADAR, cameras, IMUs)., • Knowledge of deep learning-based perception for autonomous systems., • Experience with simulation tools such as Gazebo, CARLA, or Unreal Engine., • Familiarity with real-time and embedded systems., • Familiarity with cloud-based robotics and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)., • Familiarity with PX4 and MAVLink based flight control systems., • Previous work in the defence, aerospace, or maritime autonomy sectors. Key behaviours that align with our commitment to excellence, collaboration and efficiency within the workplace: • To be punctual and manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and priorities., • Clearly convey ideas and information while actively listening to others., • Work well with colleagues to achieve common goals and support team members as needed., • Identify issues and develop practical solutions in a timely manner., • Maintain a high standard of conduct, respecting confidentiality and addressing challenges respectfully., • Ensure work is accurate, thorough and free from errors through careful review., • Take ownership of tasks, following through on commitments., • Maintain professionalism in client interactions. General accountabilities and responsibilities: • To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day-to-day activities and procedures within the specified role, • To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information and Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role, • To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times, • To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments to deliver business objectives or deadlines, • To carry out any other duties as detailed by a member of the senior management team or authorised representative, • To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness Health & Safety responsibilities: • To ensure that the working area is a clean and a safe environment in compliance with the best practice and health and safety policies, • To ensure any equipment used is safe, within electrical test date and all guards and interlocks are working and in place, • To act safely and responsibly in line with company processes and Health and Safety procedures to ensure your safety and the safety of others, • To report any potential Health and safety hazards or violations to your line manager or directly to the QHSE Manager, • To ensure any PPE or work wear required or provided for the job is worn and checked regularly for wear and then reported when replacements required This Job Description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform other job-related tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the development of the business

Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Construction & Estates) Location: Gosport, Hampshire Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits Full-Time (37 hrs/week) Key Skills: Project Manager, Engineering, Construction, Estates, Bids, RIBA, NEC, JCT, CDM, Budgets, Forecasting, Contract Management Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in construction, estates, and complex stakeholder environments? We’re supporting a leading UK defence and technology organisation in the search for a Senior Project Manager to deliver high-value, strategically important estate projects within a secure and technically advanced environment. This is an opportunity to work on projects that genuinely matter — ranging from large-scale refurbishments to technically complex new-build construction — supporting critical maritime and land capabilities. The Role You’ll take full responsibility for delivering a portfolio of estates and construction projects (c. £5m+ per annum), ensuring commitments to internal and external stakeholders are met across a diverse and complex delivery landscape. Projects range from general building refurbishments through to highly technical infrastructure and new-build developments within a regulated environment. Key Responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager: • Lead delivery of high-value and complex construction/refurbishment projects, • Manage stakeholder relationships across multiple customers, partners, and suppliers, • Define and control project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans, • Maintain accurate reporting and project documentation (bids, proposals, third-party documentation), • Apply robust risk management and quality control processes, • Ensure safe, secure, and compliant project execution Essential Experience as a Senior Project Manager: • Delivery of projects for multiple customers (up to 3 concurrently), • Construction/refurbishment delivery aligned to RIBA stages, • Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, JSP standards, environmental & ecological legislation, • Working knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts, • Extensive experience operating under CDM Regulations, acting as Client or similar duty holder, • Broad understanding of civil engineering, infrastructure, and building works methodologies Essential Qualifications: • Recognised Project Management qualification (APM PPQ or PRINCE2), • Demonstrable capability equivalent to IPMA Level B What’s On Offer • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Opportunity to work on nationally significant, technically challenging projects, • Exposure to complex stakeholder environments within a secure, high-impact sector, • Career progression within a large, innovative organisation If you’re a confident Senior Project Manager with strong construction and estates expertise and you’re looking for your next high-impact challenge, I’d love to hear from you. Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy

Are you an experienced Group HSE Manager ready to take ownership of health, safety and environmental strategy across multiple manufacturing sites? Do you combine strong technical knowledge with pragmatic leadership and the ability to influence at Board level? If so, this could be an outstanding opportunity. We’re supporting a well-established international manufacturing group seeking a senior HSE leader to shape and drive corporate strategy across all sites. This is a highly visible, Group-level role reporting directly to the Managing Director. What’s the role all about? As Group Health, Safety & Environment Manager, you will be responsible for formulating, coordinating and monitoring all corporate HSE programmes, ensuring consistent implementation across multiple locations. You’ll act as the strategic lead for Health, Safety and Environmental performance — embedding standards, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across the division. Your responsibilities will include: • Developing and maintaining Group HSE policies and procedures, • Leading and monitoring HSE performance against Board-level KPIs, • Implementing and driving ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards, • Establishing new environmental programmes across all sites, • Conducting corporate HSE audits across multiple locations, • Advising Executive Management on serious incidents and regulatory matters, • Ensuring statutory compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, • Leading investigations into accidents, environmental incidents and near misses, • Analysing HSE data and presenting trends to senior leadership, • Advising on safe systems of work, risk assessments and operational procedures, • Supporting safe design and commissioning of new plant, equipment and facilities, • Building and maintaining relationships with regulatory authorities, • Driving HSE training, awareness and behavioural safety initiatives This is a strategic yet hands-on leadership role where visibility, credibility and influence are essential. What you’ll need To succeed as a Group HSE Manager, you’ll bring: • NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, • Environmental qualification (IEMA or NEBOSH Environmental Certificate), • Strong working knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, • Extensive experience in a manufacturing HSE leadership role, • Experience managing HSE performance across multiple sites, • Excellent understanding of UK statutory HSE legislation, • Proven ability to engage at Board and senior leadership level, • Strong analytical and reporting capability, • Engineering background or qualification (HNC or apprenticeship) You’re a self-driven, pragmatic and highly credible leader. You can operate strategically while remaining grounded in operational reality. You’re confident influencing senior stakeholders but equally comfortable engaging with teams on the shop floor. You’ll be: • Professional and approachable, • Forward-thinking and solutions-focused, • Commercially aware, • Organised and deadline-driven, • A strong communicator and motivator, • Senior, Group-level leadership position, • Opportunity to shape corporate HSE strategy, • Influence at Board level, • Multi-site exposure within an established manufacturing group This is a multi-site Group role requiring regular travel across UK manufacturing sites and occasional out-of-hours support when required. Ready to lead at Group level? If you’re an experienced Group HSE Manager looking for a strategic leadership role where you can genuinely shape policy, culture and performance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Automation Engineer | Installation & Commissioning | Senior Controls Engineer | SCADA | PLC | £55,000 - £65,000 | 2 days a week in the office I am currently working with a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the nuclear, oil & gas, renewables and many more industries. With a global workforce focused on enhancing efficiency and implementing critical technology into these sites. My client is growing rapidly in the automation space and are therefore looking for an experienced Systems Engineer, with strong controls knowledge and experience across both SCADA systems and PLC's. The focus of this role is to help the team across a number of projects working closely with the Lead Engineer, Lead Project Manager and the more junior team to deliver across their clients in critical infrastructure. Essential Experience • A minimum 5 years’ experience with integrated control systems, • strong knowledge of automation systems testing specifications, documentation within in a regulated industry environment preferably gas., • DBS clearable, • Extensive hands on experience of PLC's and SCADA systems, • A good knowledge of Control panels with electrical installation and Instrumentation solutions. Nice to have • Industrial Protocol Knowledge (IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus etc), • IOT and Edge Computing (NodeRed, MQTT etc), • IT/OT Convergence, • Network design and configuration, • Cyber Security If you think this is a good match please do not hesitate to apply and I will be in touch shortly for a detailed discussion.

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. ABOUT YOU You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You'll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training opportunities, so there's no limit to how far you can go with us. Many of our Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your motivational and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Integrated Planning Manager / Project Planner Portsmouth (Stevenage considered) This role offers the chance to shape the delivery of major programmes and strategic growth projects within a leading Space & Defence environment. The Integrated Planning Manager will play a central part in coordinating complex schedules, driving project performance, and enabling successful bids and mission delivery across Space Digital UK. Role Overview The Integrated Planning Manager is responsible for building and maintaining highintegrity project schedules, supporting Integrated Project Teams, and ensuring that senior leadership has clear, accurate, and timely project performance data. The role sits at the heart of programme execution, providing structure, insight, and control across multiple highprofile initiatives. Key Responsibilities • Develop, maintain, and deliver toplevel and detailed project schedules, • Coordinate Integrated Project Team (IPT) schedules and ensure alignment across workstreams, • Analyse project costs, forward load, and resource usage to support the Project Manager, • Track payment milestones, risks, and change control activities, • Consolidate management data and produce highquality reporting for senior leadership, • Deliver monthly and quarterly project performance reports, including special focus updates, • Create and maintain standardised templates for schedules and reporting, • Provide essential project administration support to the Project Manager and wider team Skills & Experience The ideal candidate brings strong planning expertise, technical awareness, and the ability to bring clarity to complex engineering programmes. • Experience in project management environments, including scheduling, logic checking, Earned Value, and risk management, • Strong understanding of planning best practice: dependencies, resource scheduling, schedule health checks, critical path analysis, and Work Breakdown Structures, • Skilled in planning to stage boundaries and contingency planning, • Solid understanding of project management methodologies, • Proficient in MS Project Professional and Primavera P6 Professional Technical Background & Tools • Minimum two years’ experience in document control within a technical or datadriven environment, • Experience working with sensitive or secure data environments is advantageous, • Familiarity with file/data management tools (e.g., Adobe, FTP, Nero), • Experience with Product Data Management systems (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter), • Strong IT literacy, particularly with MS Office, • Aerospace or space engineering background preferred Additional Requirements • Must be eligible to obtain UK SC Security Clearance

Subcontract Programme Manager Salary: £51,500 - £64,000 + Excellent Benefits Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week | 4 day working week Monday to Thursday | Remote working but required to come to the office when needed. Location: Havant or Westbury The Subcontract Programme Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of supplier cost, schedule and technical performance across a portfolio of moderate to high-risk subcontracts. These include modified Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS), performance-based specifications and complex build-to-print requirements, supporting UK MOD, commercial and international defence programmes. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the role leads multifunctional subcontract management teams and acts as the focal point for supplier delivery, performance assurance and commercial governance. The position holds delegated procurement authority and is responsible for placing and managing supplier agreements and purchase orders within approved limits. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the management of subcontractor performance across cost, schedule, quality and technical compliance for development, production and global sustainment programmes., • Develop subcontract strategies aligned to programme objectives, risk profile and contract type., • Lead the preparation of subcontract specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialist materials, equipment and services., • Prepare and issue bid packages, conduct bidders’ conferences and develop evaluation criteria., • Analyse and evaluate supplier proposals, lead negotiations (including price, terms and risk allocation), and select or recommend subcontractors., • Author, place and administer subcontract agreements and purchase orders, including all associated change activity., • Provide leadership to multifunctional subcontract teams, coordinating inputs from engineering, quality, programme management, finance and legal functions., • Proactively identify and manage subcontract risks and issues, developing practical mitigation plans and driving resolution., • Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including senior programme leadership and suppliers, on matters of delivery performance and contractual position., • Operates under general direction, with responsibility for determining how objectives are achieved., • Works independently, with outputs reviewed at key milestones or decision points., • Holds procurement delegation appropriate to the role and exercises judgement within established governance frameworks. Required skills, qualifications and experience: • Comprehensive understanding of subcontract management principles and their application within complex defence programmes., • Strong working knowledge of multiple contract types and supplier management approaches., • Ability to develop practical, balanced solutions to complex commercial, technical and delivery challenges., • Demonstrated understanding of industry standards, regulatory requirements and company policies., • Capable of influencing programme outcomes and contributing to longer-term organisational objectives., • Comfortable engaging with senior internal stakeholders on significant commercial and delivery matters. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education with a minimum of 4-6 years’ professional experience. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 02392415270

Senior Programme Manager Maritime Infrastructure Portsmouth / Gosport £80,000 - £90,000 I’m supporting a leading UK defence and technology organisation with a significant maritime estate portfolio in the South of England. They are looking for a Senior Programme Manager to take ownership of a major programme of construction and infrastructure projects across secure, operational sites. This role carries full portfolio responsibility. From early business case development through to execution and handover, you will ensure delivery to time, cost and quality standards across refurbishments, infrastructure upgrades and new builds. You will also lead a team of Programme Managers and Senior Project Managers, driving delivery excellence and maintaining strong commercial control under NEC contracts. What they’re looking for • Proven experience leading complex construction or estate management programmes, • Strong NEC contract knowledge including management of change events, • Background in civil engineering, infrastructure or major building projects, • Experience operating in regulated, stakeholder heavy environments, • APM PMQ or equivalent. Chartered status desirable This is a high impact leadership role supporting nationally significant maritime infrastructure within a secure defence environment.

Project Planner 12 month contract Based in Portsmouth Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using MS Project or Primavera P6? Do you have experience in Scheduling, logic checking, Earned Value, and Risk Management? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? As the Project Planner, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: • Creation, maintenance, and timely delivery of the top-level and lower-level schedules, and Integrated Project Team (IPT) schedules, • Analysing project costs versus project forward load in conjunction with resource tracking/management, • Payment Milestone tracking, • Risk analysis tracking, • Change Control, • Support management consolidation, judgement, recommendations, and the timely provision of all necessary management data and reporting information, • Provide consolidated project reports on a monthly and quarterly basis to senior management, • Create and maintain standardised templates for schedules and project reporting, • Project administration support to the Project Manager and the project team Your skillset may include: • Experienced in working within Project Management, including scheduling, logic checking, Earned Value, and Risk Management, • Knowledge of planning best practice, e.g. logic linking/dependencies, resource scheduling, preforming schedule health checks, Critical Path analysis, and work Breakdown Structure (WBS), • Planning to stage boundaries – contingency planning, • Good knowledge/understanding of Project Management methodologies, • Excellent knowledge and proficient use of both MS Project Professional & Primavera P6 Professional If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

Quantity Surveyor Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire Sector: Subcontracting Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 (DOE) Hours: 08:30 – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Benefits: Quarterly Bonus Scheme + EOT Bonus, Private Healthcare The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and driven Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established subcontractor working with tier 1 & 2 main contractors. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career, with a clear progression pathway into a Commercial Manager role for the region. The Role As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with project teams, clients, and supply chain partners, you will ensure financial performance, cost control, and contractual compliance are maintained at the highest standards. Key Responsibilities • Preparing and managing project budgets and cost plans, • Subcontractor procurement and management, • Valuations, variations, and final accounts, • Cost reporting and forecasting, • Risk management and contractual administration, • Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders What We’re Looking For • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within subcontracting, • Experience in tiling / decoration / plastering / drylining or related construction sectors preferred, • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills, • Ability to manage multiple projects effectively, • Ambition to progress into a senior commercial leadership role What’s On Offer • Competitive salary (£45k–£60k DOE), • Quarterly bonus scheme, • EOT bonus, • Private healthcare, • Clear progression pathway to Commercial Manager, • Supportive and forward-thinking working environment If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine career progression and the chance to play a key role in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Account Manager - Global Strategic Partnerships - £60000 + OTE The Opportunity Are you an experienced Account Manager with a track record of driving significant growth and retention within key global partnerships? A fast-growing, specialist technology firm with a strong global footprint is seeking a commercially astute professional to own the strategic value delivery across a defined portfolio of existing global clients and top-tier technology partners. This is a critical, full-time, office-based role located in the South Coast region (easily commutable from major local towns). It is a vital appointment, responsible for converting stable accounts into predictable engines of recurring revenue and long-term advocacy across mission-critical enterprise applications. Role Overview & Focus As the Key Account Manager, you will be the single point of accountability for strategic relationship outcomes and commercial performance across your portfolio. Your focus will be on complex, enterprise relationships, managing accounts that are key to future company growth. Key Responsibilities: • Portfolio Ownership: Own the full life cycle for a portfolio of strategic accounts, including retention, renewals and expansion., • Executive Relationship Management: Build and nurture multi-level relationships within partner organisations and end-user accounts, with a particular emphasis on engaging at Director, VP, and C-suite levels., • Strategic Account Planning: Develop and maintain detailed account plans, including stakeholder mapping, risk identification, and joint success planning. Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)., • Partner & Channel Collaboration: Work directly with major Global Alliance Partners and manage the full life cycle of opportunities closed via channel partners and OEMs., • Growth & Expansion: Systematically identify and convert expansion opportunities (upsell/cross-sell) across existing accounts to deliver substantial recurring revenue. Candidate Requirements • Proven experience as a Senior Account Manager or Alliance Manager within the IT infrastructure, networking, object storage., • Demonstrable track record of managing and growing strategic partnerships and end-user accounts with complex, multi-stakeholder structures., • Exceptional commercial acumen, operational discipline, and relationship management skills., • Must be willing to be office-based in the South Coast region. Why Apply? • High Impact: This is an urgent, senior hire where you will directly influence the growth trajectory and strategic direction of the business., • Guaranteed Commercial Reality: You will inherit a substantial existing pipeline from day one., • On-Target Earnings (OTE): £100,000 (highly achievable)., • Career Progression: This role offers clear long-term growth, with the potential to build a dedicated team in the future. If you are a commercially driven Account Manager who excels at nurturing strategic relationships and delivering tangible, consistent revenue growth, apply now.

Role: Senior Project Manager (Agile) Salary: from £50,000 Location: Portsmouth Intro Sirius Digital are a rapidly growing software and data science consultancy firm, renowned for our reputation and our keen ability to understand and meet customer requirements effectively. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end software and data science services. This role offers the opportunity to work with these teams to operate across multiple sectors, including defence, energy, transport and health, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions. We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of a range of high-profile Agile technology projects within the business. This is a unique opportunity to join a practitioner-led team working on projects that have real impact, in modelling & simulation, autonomy and data science. You will be joining a forward-thinking function at a pivotal moment, playing a key role in helping the business mature its agile delivery capability and strengthen project governance across a growing portfolio. The Role As a Senior Project Manager, you will be the right-hand support to the Portfolio Manager, leading from the front to drive delivery excellence, and embed agile practices within our Agile software development projects that deliver key tools to our customers in areas such as Modelling & Simulation and Autonomy, and Data Science projects using cutting edge technology. Responsibilities will include: • Provide end-to-end project and programme management support, ensuring the delivery of tasks to time, cost, and quality standards., • Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, including resource management, risk assessment, and progress reporting., • Apply agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe) and hybrid frameworks to drive consistency and efficiency., • Act as Scrum Master, facilitating ceremonies and promoting agile maturity across teams., • Deliver quality controls and standards on projects in line with the organisation’s Quality Management System (QMS)., • Facilitate stakeholder management by developing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders., • Monitor project performance using key metrics, analysing trends and providing actionable insights to senior leaders., • Lead the preparation of project plans, proposals, and reports to ensure consistency and adherence to client requirements., • Drive information management across the company, contributing to the development and maintenance of robust data systems and dashboards., • Support business development activities, including bid preparation and framework management., • Represent the company in client-facing roles, maintaining high standards of professionalism and delivery excellence., • Adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment., • Contributing to the Sirius P3M Community of practice About You: You are a delivery-focused project manager who thrives in structured and complex environments. 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Other Requirements: • Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK., • Candidates must be willing to undergo an internal baseline personnel security standard check prior to starting their employment with the company. Responsibilities • Direct and oversee completion of project, • Develop plan of action including schedule, resources and work plan, • Assess risks and establish contingency plans, • Manage work and inputs from variety of stakeholders Qualifications • Bachelor's degree, • 5+ years of experience in project management or relevant fields, • Demonstrated ability to deliver a completed project, • Strong communication skills, • Experience working with a team

Practice Manager & Head of Operations Private Podiatry Clinic | Fareham, Hampshire £45,000 – £52,000 + quarterly bonus + leadership development This is not a traditional practice manager role! We’re looking for a senior operational leader to act as the Integrator to the Founder’s vision, someone who can turn strategy into action, bring clarity and structure, and hold the team accountable. You will ensure the clinic runs professionally, predictably, and efficiently, while embedding our philosophy of care-led leadership. Why This Role Matters • Take full operational ownership of a growing, founder-led clinic, • Lead a small team of clinicians and administrators with confidence, clarity, and compassion, • Introduce consistent processes, strong KPIs, and high-performance standards, • Support the Founder in executing strategy and improving efficiency and profitability, • Be a hands-on leader who can step in to support the team when needed Your Responsibilities Operational Leadership • Own, improve, and embed all systems, processes, and workflows, • Bring order and structure to documentation, SOPs, and Google Drive, • Ensure smooth, efficient day-to-day operations Performance & KPIs • Monitor and manage clinical, administrative, and financial performance, • Make decisions based on data, logic, and evidence, • Address underperformance calmly, clearly, and constructively People Leadership • Lead, manage, and develop a team of c.10 clinicians and administrators, • Inspire high standards, ownership, and pride in the business, • Step in to support the team as needed, • Represent the business and Founder, not act as a buffer for the team, • Embed intent-based leadership philosophy to build resilience and avoid single points of failure Commercial & Strategic Support • Implement Founder priorities and strategic direction, • Support improvements in efficiency, utilisation, and profitability, • Build robust management infrastructure to enable growth and consistency Professional Representation • Be a visible, credible leader to patients, suppliers, and partners, • Communicate confidently and compellingly, • Uphold and elevate the clinic’s brand, reputation, and commitment to excellence Who We’re Looking For • Highly organised, analytical, and commercially minded, • Calm, objective, and logical under pressure, • Confident holding people accountable, • Strong IT, systems, and data capability, • Leads without drama, defensiveness, or emotional decision-making, • Embeds compassion and care in leadership decisions We welcome candidates from private healthcare or other founder-led service businesses where high standards, performance management, and customer experience are critical. Relevant experience might include: • Private healthcare, dental, optical, or aesthetic clinics, • Hospitality or premium service businesses, • Professional services (accountancy, legal, financial advisory), • Education, childcare, or other regulated service environments Healthcare experience is helpful but not essential; leadership, structure, and commercial thinking are the priorities. This Role is NOT for You If… • You want a traditional, task-based practice manager role, • You avoid difficult conversations or accountability, • You make decisions based on emotion over data, • You prioritise harmony over performance, • You resist change or struggle with growth and structure, • You are not open to feedback, coaching, or ongoing development This role requires maturity, objectivity, leadership presence, and a commitment to care-led decision-making. What We Offer • Salary: £45,000 – £52,000 (depending on experience), • Quarterly team performance related bonus, • Private healthcare, • 23 days holiday + bank holidays (rising 1 per year to 30), • 5 days paid sick leave, • Circa £12,000+ per year in leadership development:, • Business and leadership books, • World-class coaching, • Quarterly masterclasses with other practice leaders, • A senior leadership role with real responsibility and influence Our Vision & Leadership Philosophy “Leading the way with compassion and commitment to excellence, we aim to help more people move better, so they feel better and can live their best lives.” We aspire to be the most recognised clinic in the UK for foot and musculoskeletal care, embedding continuous learning, gold-standard treatment, and patient choice. Our team is the heart of everything we do. We are committed to developing world-class clinicians who are leaders in their field and rewarded for their contribution. We embrace forensic leadership (leading from a position of care) and intent-based leadership, building resilience and ensuring no single point of failure.

Role Title: Senior Merchandiser Department: Merchandising Reports To: Merchandising Manager / Head of Merchandising Contract Type: Full-Time (35 hours), Permanent Working Arrangements/Pattern: Monday-Friday (hybrid working 3 days in the office) Working Location: Havant, Hampshire Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary The Senior Merchandiser plays a pivotal leadership role within the Merchandising function, driving the financial and strategic performance of their category and contributing to the wider department strategy. Acting as a deputy to the Merchandise Manager / Head of Merchandising, the role ensures robust planning, trading excellence, and effective team development, while delivering commercial outcomes aligned with the FatFace brand and values. The Senior Merchandiser partners closely with Buying, Design, Next, and cross functional teams to deliver compelling, profitable ranges across all channels, while developing and supporting junior team members. Role Responsibilities Department Leadership & Deputising • Deputise for the Merchandise Manager / Head of Merchandising on departmental activities when required., • Provide senior input into department decision making, strategy, and problem solving., • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive business objectives and innovation. Financial Planning & Performance Management • Lead monthly roll‑ups, margin reviews, and financial summaries, tracking performance against plan at category and department level in line with budget targets., • Own and manage Category Planning tools (Cat Plan) and stock walk‑throughs, ensuring accuracy of intake, spend, sales, markdowns, and terminal stock., • Measure category and department actuals versus plan, identifying risks and opportunities and proposing action., • Drive Open to Buy (OTB) management to optimise stock levels, availability, and cash flow efficiency. Support management with department roll ups., • Develop and present markdown and promotional proposals that maximise sales and margin.Support management with department roll ups. Strategy & Business Development • Collaborate with Merch Manager/Head of Merchandising on strategy and innovation., • Support and help lead departmental strategy meetings, taking ownership for defined categories., • Deliver robust financial category planning aligned to seasonal and long term business goals., • Prepare business cases for new product areas, collaborations, and growth opportunities., • Accountable for product strategies relating to seasonal peaks, new stores, space changes, and additional channels. Systems & Web Readiness (NEXT Product System) • Set up line flows and load budgets pre‑season within the NEXT product system., • Provide clear direction on launch strategies such as Early Release and Mid Phase Drops to support Assistant and Trainee Merchandisers., • Ensure consistent delivery of web readiness and publishing standards across all categories. Range Planning & Sign‑off • Lead lessons learned reviews to inform and improve future range planning decisions., • Oversee option planning and thumbnail development aligned to financial category plans., • Chair range review meetings, ensuring options are ranked, budgeted, and aligned to financial and option plans., • Finalise estimates and distributions using competition curves to tie back to agreed budgets., • Own the collation of signoff packs, including line level attribution, buy data, and KPIs., • Lead range signoff meetings with Buying, Design, and technical teams., • Manage relationships with Partners and NEXT Branch Merchandising teams to ensure clear communication and alignment. Contract Management & Critical Path • Accountable for all merchandising actions within the Contract Tracker, ensuring delivery to critical path and agreed spend., • Monitor and enforce critical path adherence across the merchandising team to support successful launches. Trading & In Season Management • Set clear weekly trading priorities for the team., • Deliver concise trade summaries with actionable category insights., • Maintain and accurately update the budget tracker on a weekly basis., • Review in season forecasts and actuals, confirming stock management actions and risks, aligning to company budgets., • Measure the effectiveness of markdowns and promotions, implementing corrective actions where required., • Chair weekly pre trade meetings to align priorities for upcoming trading periods. Supplier Management • Lead supplier meetings, production planning, and forecasting reviews., • Manage performance against plan, addressing variances and driving corrective actions in line with department strategies., • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long term growth and quality delivery. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, coach, and develop Merchandisers/Juniors, Assistant and Trainee Merchandisers through regular 1‑2‑1s, appraisals, and development planning., • Identify capability gaps and deliver training and peer learning opportunities., • Set clear expectations and priorities aligned to departmental objectives and critical path delivery., • Support wider team with system training needs, utilising super users., • Act as an ambassador for FatFace values and mission. Broader Merchandising Contribution • Lead regular store visits and competitor shops to inform commercial and ranging decisions., • Foster cross-functional collaboration with design, buying, tech, and finance teams., • Contribute to cross functional initiatives with VM, Retail Operations, Ecommerce, and Marketing., • Champion sustainability initiatives within merchandising activity., • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times. Skills and Experience • Extensive experience in a merchandising role, with proven success in financial planning and category management., • Strong people leadership experience, with a track record of developing high performing merchandising teams., • Advanced analytical capability and confidence using merchandising systems and reporting tools., • Excellent supplier management and negotiation skills., • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with and influence cross functional stakeholders., • Commercially driven with a strategic mindset and a passion for delivering long term, sustainable growth. Role Competencies Commercial Acumen – Strong understanding of financial drivers and trading levers. Strategic Thinking – Ability to translate insight into long term category and department plans. Leadership & Coaching – Inspires, develops, and empowers others to perform at their best. Collaboration – Builds trusted relationships across Buying, Design, Supply Chain, and NEXT partners. Decision Making – Confident and timely decision making backed by data and insight. Ownership & Accountability – Takes responsibility for outcomes, driving delivery against plan. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☒ NEXT Business Partners ☒ FatFace Directors ☒ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☒ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme

Type: Interim, 6 month contract Location: Greater Portsmouth Area Hybrid: Onsite 5 days Pay Rate: £250 Day PAYE We are seeking a seasoned supply chain professional to join an innovative engineering company as Interim Purchasing Manager to provide leadership and senior support to a busy procurement function of 6 buyers. This role has been brought in to drive a robust supply chain, supporting production and contributing directly to the company's high-quality standards and reputation. Role Responsibilities • Support leading the procurement team, ensuring alignment with business objectives and KPIs., • Oversee end-to-end purchasing processes including sourcing, negotiation, contract management, and order execution, • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, conducting evaluations and scorecards to improve quality, delivery, and compliance, • Ensure timely and accurate procurement of goods and services in line with company policies and specifications, • Maintain procurement documentation, supplier databases, and system data accuracy., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials, parts and components. Person Specifications • Degree in Supply Chain Management or CIPS – beneficial, • Demonstrable experience in procurement, with a breadth of knowledge in contracts, managing suppliers, procurement strategy and supporting overseas projects., • Knowledge and experience of SAP, • Extensive experience leading purchasing teams, • Confident decision-maker, • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Wish to Apply? Please send your CV at Anna Curtis at Insignis Talent -

Are you a strategic sales leader with a passion for driving growth in IT systems solutions?\n Novatech has a long history of building IT systems – from servers and storage to retail PC's and systems and then selling them directly to education and corporate partners or retailing them online and in-store. We’re growing, and to support our growth, we’re excited to introduce a brand-new role for a dynamic Head of Systems Sales. \n This is a pivotal position which is focussed purely on leadership and management and not trying to balance this having to achieve your own personal sales targets. \nWhat you’ll do:\n\n • Develop and execute a systems sales strategy aligned with company objectives and market trends.\n, • Lead, coach, and empower a talented sales team to achieve ambitious targets (team is circa 4‑6 people – from ‘Account Director’ to ‘Account Manager’ level and a sales support role).\n, • Collaborate with all business functions, including operational, engineering, and marketing teams to deliver solutions.\n, • Monitor market developments and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions.\n, • Drive forecasting, pipeline planning, and present actionable insights to senior leadership.\n, • Support the business and sales team in representing Novatech at industry events and customer meetings.\n, • Work with key vendor partners and distributors to ensure consistent supply, strong innovation.\n, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the chance to buy additional days)\n, • Health plan scheme\n, • Upskilling apprenticeship training\n, • Cycle to work\n, • Employee Assistance Programme\n, • Staff discounts\n, • Social and wellbeing events\n, • Hybrid working (after training period)\n, • A great breakout room\n

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