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Risk Manager Birchwood, Warrington 3-month contract Outside IR35 Purpose of the job This role is the main point of contact and responsibility within the business line for all Project and business line risk activity. The role will be responsible for ensuring that both project and business level risk within the organisation is managed within the bounds of company procedures and that those procedures are in line with wider best practice. As part of the Project Management Office, the role reports into the Project Controls Manager, and may have direct reports to support the delivery of project level resource requirements, alongside the implementation of a modern risk management system and culture. Reports to Reports into the PE&D Project Controls Manager, but day to day works alongside all Business Managers, Project Management staff and Project Teams. Key Accountabilities The PE&D Risk Manager will be responsible for the delivery of a project risk improvement project, ensuring that the processes, tools and systems are in place for best practice risk management on all Nuvia projects. This will include both qualitative and quantitative risk management and will work closely with the planning team to facilitate and implement quantitative risk analysis on project schedules. Secondly, the position will support the ongoing risk management at a business level. Project Risk Management • Development and Definition of project risk management processes, guidance documents, templates and forms and continuous improvement of thereof, • Providing oversight of project risk management activities on projects to ensure company processes are being followed and hence risks are being adequately identified, assessed and managed, • Providing assistance, as required, to project teams to assist them in the effective management of risk, including the facilitation of risk reviews, • Implementation of risk modelling activities on live projects Promotion of a Risk Management Culture & Change • Training and development of risk management competency within the Project Management Community & wider business, • Review and update of risk management and project controls processes to ensure best practice, • Implementation of a new risk management system into the business in 2026, • Communicate regularly with the business on risk related activity Tendering Support • Facilitation and management of risk on prospects during the tendering process, • Implementation of risk modelling activities on live tender schedules, • Provision of overall prospects risk profiling to aid review and due process Business Level Risk Management • Facilitation to business level risk workshops and management of the business line risk register, • Attendance at risk committees, representing the business line as needed, • Support to risk scoring and development, including escalation to organizational risk where required, • Support to the corporate risk management, including advising on process and scoring updates, • Management of a team of staff employees and supply chain resource as required, in order to support the above work across multiple business lines. Occupational Skills and Knowledge • Relevant work experience in risk related Roles (5+ years), • Working towards APM Chartership or equivalent membership of an appropriate professional body Duties and Requirements Candidate has demonstrable experience in aspects of Project Controls including: • Project Cost Management, • Project Schedule Management & Strategic Planning (P6), • Risk Management Methodologies, • Experience across the project lifecycle, • Flexibility to travel to other UK offices and sites on occasion as necessary, • PC literate in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel, • Articulate with good written communication Desirable: • Project Management or controls experience, • General understanding of nuclear process plant and equipment would be beneficial, • Experience of highly regulated industry, • Full UK driving licence Why us? NUVIA UK - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Are you a strategic procurement professional with a passion for leadership and category excellence? I’m currently partnering with a forward-thinking, purpose-driven organisation seeking an experienced Category Manager to lead and develop procurement services across key categories. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape strategy, lead a high-performing team of Buyers, and build strong, value-driven supplier and stakeholder relationships within a complex, regulated environment. The Role As Category Manager, you will: • Develop and implement robust contract management strategies and frameworks to drive consistency and best practice across departments, • Monitor contract performance through KPIs, audits, and compliance reviews, • Lead supplier relationship management, resolving disputes, managing risk, and ensuring service delivery meets expectations, • Partner with procurement teams early in the sourcing cycle to embed measurable KPIs and ensure contracts are fit for purpose, • Ensure compliance with legal and policy requirements, including public sector procurement regulations such as the Procurement Act 2023, • Motivate, coach, and develop a small team, setting clear objectives, managing performance, and identifying training needs About You To be successful in this role, you will bring: • Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience, • MCIPS qualification with strong end-to-end procurement expertise, • Demonstrable leadership capability and stakeholder engagement experience, • A background in large-scale and public sector procurement within a regulated framework, • Strong communication and negotiation skills, • A full UK driving licence What’s on Offer • In return, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive and competitive package, including:, • Income Protection (75% of salary covered post-probation), • Life Assurance (4x basic salary, post-probation), • Private Medical Insurance with family extension options, • Health Cash Plan and discounted gym membership, • Pension scheme with 5% employer match and salary exchange option, • Holiday trading (buy or sell up to 5 days annually), • Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice schemes, • Employee support services covering legal, financial, bereavement, and medical advice, • Exclusive mobile contract discounts for employees and family You’ll be joining a values-led organisation committed to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and making a meaningful social and environmental impact. The culture is collaborative, inclusive, and built around empowering people to thrive and shape the future of procurement. If you’re ready to take the next step in your procurement leadership career, I’d be delighted to speak with you.

Senior Planner Birchwood Park, Warrington Permanent Hybrid role Salary up to £68,000 Purpose of the job The Senior Planner is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure successful delivery of programme objectives. The role provides strategic planning expertise, supports risk and change management, and ensures accurate schedule reporting to senior stakeholders. The Senior Planner also provides information to the Project Management and Design Management teams on project progress to both critical path and project milestones, whilst working closely with the Project Services team in monitoring programme KPI’s e.g. Earned Value. Reports to Planning Manager Key Accountabilities • Develop, maintain, and optimise project schedules using Primavera P6., • Produce baseline schedules and align with scope, cost, and risk plans., • Identify critical paths, dependencies, and key milestones., • Coordinate inputs from teams, suppliers, and workstreams., • Track progress against baselines and forecast outcomes., • Deliver schedule reports, dashboards, and performance metrics., • Lead schedule review meetings and highlight early warnings., • Integrate risk and contingency planning into schedules., • Conducting risk analysis where required., • Assess change impacts and update schedules following approvals., • Ensure compliance with planning standards and governance frameworks., • Support stage-gate reviews and maintain audit trails., • Collaborate with PMs, engineers, commercial, PMO, and suppliers., • Communicate complex schedule issues clearly., • Promote planning best practice and process improvement., • Identify schedule changes/opportunities that could improve project delivery and mitigate delays., • Schedule resource control & levelling, including forecasting for the purpose of resource management across the business., • Undertake schedule quality checks and planning audits, • Contribute to Pre-Qualification and Tender responses as required., • Mentor Planners Essential • Extensive experience in planning complex projects (5–10+ years)., • Expert in Primavera P6., • Strong understanding of project management methodologies., • Analytical mindset and strong communication. Desirable • Experience in infrastructure, nuclear, defence, construction, or IT., • Knowledge of EVM and NEC contracts., • Familiarity with schedule risk tools. Duties and Requirements • Degree/HND in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar., • APM PMQ, PMI-SP, PSP, or similar qualifications desirable., • Knowledge of using Project Planning software (Primavera) is required. SC or DV level security clearance is preferred though not essential. DV Security Clearance will be sponsored by the Company and all candidates MUST be eligible for DV clearance, • Demonstrable competence gained in a planning/scheduling role, • Ideally, a depth of experience will have been gained within a construction industry incorporating at least either civil, electrical or mechanical engineering disciplines, • Experience of working within a project delivery environment is essential, • Full knowledge of the Project Lifecycle is essential Why Nuvia Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally. Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence. Employee Staff Benefits: • 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance, • Private Medical Scheme*, • Employee Share Scheme, • Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work, • 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service), • Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year, • In partnership with trade unions, • Gym Discounts, • Personal Development & Further Education Support, • Long Service & Recognition Awards

About the company\n Your new company You will be joining a leading international engineering and industrial services organisation that supports clients across complex, highly regulated sectors. \n The business is known for its strong focus on operational excellence, safety, and long-term strategic growth. \n With a collaborative culture and a commitment to integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement, this organisation offers a platform where legal expertise directly influences commercial success and risk mitigation. \nYour new role\n As the Legal Director, you will take full responsibility for all operational UK legal matters. Your remit will include providing proactive legal advisory support, shaping regional legal strategy, and ensuring effective governance across the business. You will play a key role in anticipating future legal developments, supporting senior leadership, and strengthening the organisation's risk management approach, particularly in the area of contract law. \nKey responsibilities\n\n • Advising on legal operational issues and emerging legal developments relevant to the region\n, • Leading legal risk management practices and supporting compliance with laws and internal policies\n, • Training non-legal colleagues on key legal topics and risk awareness\n, • Supporting critical commercial negotiations with customers and suppliers\n, • Reviewing contracts and providing legal support throughout tender processes\n, • Managing dispute resolution, including external counsel, experts, and accurate accounting of cases\n, • Delivering regular reporting on UK legal matters\n, • Collaborating closely with business leaders and global functional teams\n\nWhat you'll need to succeed\n\n, • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England and/or Scotland)\n, • A minimum of 8 years' PQE\n, • Strong operational experience in an in‑house legal function, ideally within construction, industrial services, engineering, or similar project‑driven sectors\n, • A solid understanding of contractual frameworks, including NEC3 and other standard forms\n, • Confidence, integrity, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor at senior level\n, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and proactively\n

Company Description Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions. At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired! Job Description We have a brand new opportunity to join our Employee Relations team! The ER Partner – Litigation & Capability is responsible for managing a team of ER Specialists and ensuring the delivery of high-quality employee relations support across the business. This role combines operational ER case management with leadership responsibilities, including coaching, capability building, building an inclusive culture and strategic risk management. This particular role has a focus on managing the end-to-end delivery of employment tribunals and increase managing the capability growth plans and delivery. Key responsibilities of the ER Partner - Litigation & Capability: • Lead and develop ER Advisors, providing coaching and feedback to build capability with a focus on litigation & TUPE., • Manage complex cases, Early conciliations & tribunals from start to finish. (Use of third-party barristers in hearings), • Monitor ER trends and proactively implement strategies to feedback to the operations and HR teams to mitigate further risk., • Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Legal, and senior stakeholders to influence ER decisions., • Drive cultural change initiatives and support organisational projects related to ER., • Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of ER metrics for leadership review., • Represent ER in union consultations and negotiations where required., • Role model company values and maintain team morale during periods of change., • Influence development of ER policy & tools, • Lead the ER capability increase program for the department. Building learning in conjunction with learning & development and ensuring quality delivery that shows measured success. Qualifications • Strong Leadership and people management skills, • Expert knowledge of UK Employment Law and ER best practices, • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage change, • Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, • CIPD level 5 or equivalent preferred, • Experience managing ER teams and complex cases in a multi-site environment, • High level of experience in tribunal management & bundle build, • Confidence in complex TUPE processes Additional information As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives. Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include: • Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 days plus 8 Bank Holidays, • Company Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme, • Private Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa, • Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer, • Life Assurance - x4 your annual salary, • Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year, • Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses, • Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.

Job Title: Principle Sales Director Reporting Line: Performance Review Team (PRT – Group Directors) Role Location: National About Us: The Kingdom Group delivers award-winning service solutions with care in the specialist areas of security, cleaning, recruitment and training. With £300m+ in revenue and a talented team of over 11,500 colleagues each service is a specialist in its field but benefits from shared values, systems and central support. This gives our customers flexible, integrated solutions while keeping service quality high and relationships close. Kingdom Academy, trains and empowers our colleagues and customers alike. Our National Support and Command Centre is based in Merseyside, with regional offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, London, and Belfast, combining national reach with a personal touch to support our clients across more than 5,000 sites. Internationally, we’re making our mark with an expanding presence in India. We are building a people-powered, united group that puts people at the heart of everything we do. The Role - In Summary This is a high-profile, business-critical role at the heart of our ambitious growth strategy. You will own and drive our growth plans, partnering with high-performing sales and support teams to turn strategy into measurable results. We’re looking for a results-driven sales leader who thrives on leading and supporting high-activity, process-driven and solutions-orientated sales to consistently close deals. Reporting directly to the Group Directors Performance Review Team and serving as a key member of the Group Sales Review Team, you will operate with senior-level autonomy, shaping strategy and influencing decisions. Candidate Match - What We Are Looking For Experience/Qualifications/Licenses/Competencies (holding or working towards is a distinct advantage) · Minimum 3-years leading a cleaning sales team within a service-led organisation · A driving license holder · Full five-year checkable employment history including a minimum of 2 work references, a personal credit check and right to work in the UK · Relevant other qualifications welcome Live Our Culture · Aligned to our CARE values. · Thrives working in a fast-paced, service-led, entrepreneurial environment · Confident to change the status quo and look for better ways of working with a can-do approach. · Takes ownership and accountability to follow through tasks · Champions consistency, process compliance and communication. · A confident brand ambassador, passionate about delivering service with care Key Skills & Competencies · Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing sales teams, including leading organisational and structural change programmes. · Strong track record in being pro-active to generate high-quality leads and converting them into profitable opportunities. · Skilled at translating contract vision and client requirements into practical, innovative, cost-effective solutions. · Proactive and results-driven, with strong ownership, organisation, attention to detail, and tenacity. · Effective influencer and negotiator, able to operate credibly at Director and senior decision-maker level as a trusted Kingdom sales ambassador. · Commercially astute, with the ability to think strategically and act decisively. · Marketing-aware and confident using social platforms to support outreach and business development activity. · Clear, responsive communicator with strong interpersonal skills and confident presentation style for strategic pitches. · Proficient in Microsoft Office and quick to adopt internal systems, including CRM platforms such as HubSpot. Results · Can evidence job / sales target success (achieving or exceeding) in a similar role · Output and results orientated. Uses data to use drive measurable results Responsibilities (Below is not an exhaustive list and any other reasonable and fair role relevant tasks may be added) Key Responsibilities · Create and deliver a clear sales strategy to meet and exceed targets. · Support the tendering process, ensuring timely and high-quality submissions. · Work closely with the Marketing team to generate high-quality leads and strengthen brand visibility. · Identify cross-sell opportunities across The Kingdom Group and support them through to conversion. · Track market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to continuously improve the sales approach. · Build strong client relationships through networking, social engagement, industry events, and sharing relevant success stories and insights. · Confidently present proposals, solutions, and updates to clients, stakeholders, and internal teams. · Collaborate with operational teams to ensure a smooth handover from sales to service delivery. · Use sound pricing models and approval processes to protect profit margins while delivering value to clients. Compliance & Best Practice · Support all relevant statutory and regulatory compliance requirements. · Comply with any HOW we do business manual/s relevant to the role to hold a deep understanding of process. · Promote the use, optimisation, and centralisation of all Kingdom Centres to ensure best-practice execution across the group. · Support Kingdom social media posts by liking and commenting. · Submit any requested reports to your Line Manager for support, coaching and review. Leadership · Build a Team: Recruit, retain, and develop top talent through controlled structures, salaries, terms and conditions, talent development and succession planning · Culture: Champion The Kingdom Group values. Inclusive, valued, empowered, engagement, wellbeing and recognition. · Visibility: Be part of your team by being visible · Performance Reviews: Lead structured and agenda led colleague performance reviews / appraisals with clear KPIs. Set clear performance expectations and address underperformance effectively · Support: Support resolution of conflict and low-level disciplinary issues. Ensure your team are supported with the clarity, capability, resources, and autonomy to succeed Apply Now!

Dedicated 2nd Line Engineer Location: Lowton (Customer Site) – 3/4 days per week, occasional travel to Whetherby Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Overview of the Role Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Dedicated IT Service Desk Engineer to work from our clients site in Lowton. This role involves providing an excellent first response to one of our dedicated customers IT queries, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and resolution rates. You will manage your own ticket triage, prioritising and escalating issues where necessary, while maintaining compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Strong communication skills are essential, as you will liaise with customers and third parties via phone and email. We offer a progressive working environment with exposure to new technologies, an internal mentoring system, and genuine opportunities for career progression. At Tailor Made Technologies, you are not just a number—you are an integral part of our team culture, supported by an active Social Committee that organises events, competitions, and charity initiatives. About Tailor Made Technologies Tailor Made Technologies (TMT) is a leading Managed Service Provider specialising in IT, cyber security, and communications solutions for SMEs. We take a partnership-focused approach, aligning our services with our clients’ strategic goals to drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, technical expertise, and exceptional customer service, we ensure business-critical IT and communications systems operate seamlessly, enabling our clients to achieve their objectives. Benefits • Competitive salary, • Structured training and development, including internal mentoring, • Progressive working environment with a voice in decision-making, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Birthday leave, • Flexi Health plan cover, • IT purchasing scheme, • Cycle-to-work scheme and gym discounts, • Company pension, • Mental Health First Aider in the business, • Active Social Committee organising events and activities Key Responsibilities • Deliver excellent customer care and support through efficient ticket management, • Provide 1st & 2nd line fixes via phone and email, • Resolve incidents and requests, escalating where appropriate, • Perform ticket triage, prioritising and escalating as required, • Liaise with third parties and customers regarding incident resolution and requests, • Manage work queues and prioritise tasks to meet SLAs, • Assist the Service Desk Supervisor in maintaining high service standards, • Work productively to achieve and exceed SLAs, KPIs, and profitability targets Essential Experience & Knowledge • Previous experience working on an ITIL-based service desk, • Basic knowledge of Active Directory configuration and administration, • Understanding of DNS, • Basic router configuration and support experience (ideally Cisco, Draytek), • Experience with Windows OS and Windows Server OS, • Familiarity with Office 365, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Intune Essential Skills & Attributes • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • Results-driven with a proven track record of achievement, • Self-motivated, proactive, and resilient under pressure, • Strong team player

Principal Advisory Consultant Location: Warrington Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Are you a Principal Advisory Consultant with strong regulated sector experience ready to lead strategic programmes across water and energy infrastructure? This Principal Advisory Consultant opportunity in Warrington offers senior-level influence, client ownership and progression within a growing advisory team. A specialist consultancy is strengthening its Advisory Services capability, supporting water, energy and wider utilities clients with strategic insight and delivery support. As a Principal Advisory Consultant, you will lead high-impact projects across strategy and performance, asset planning, sustainability, regulatory economics and data-driven transformation. The role combines office working, home working and client travel as required. The Principal Advisory Consultant will take ownership of complex advisory commissions, guiding clients through regulatory business planning, asset management maturity and long-term adaptive strategies. You will act as a senior client interface, mentor colleagues and contribute to business development and framework growth. Key responsibilities * Lead delivery of strategic advisory programmes * Develop regulatory business plans and asset management strategies * Provide governance and assurance oversight * Analyse complex data sets to inform executive decision-making * Facilitate senior stakeholder workshops * Support bids and contribute to advisory growth initiatives Candidate requirements * 8+ years' experience within regulated infrastructure sectors * Strong understanding of asset management and regulatory frameworks * Proven track record leading multi-project portfolios * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills * Degree in a related discipline and relevant professional development Why apply This organisation offers senior-level responsibility, structured progression and exposure to major infrastructure transformation programmes. The salary for this Principal Advisory Consultant role is £60,000 - £70,000, alongside bonus, pension and professional membership support within an ambitious and forward-thinking consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience

Advisory Consultant Location: Warrington Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 Are you an Advisory Consultant with infrastructure sector experience looking to shape strategy and improve performance across major water and energy programmes? This Advisory Consultant opportunity in Warrington offers client exposure, structured development and the chance to influence long-term asset planning decisions. A growing consultancy is strengthening its Advisory Services capability, supporting water, energy and wider utilities clients with strategic insight and delivery support. As an Advisory Consultant, you will work across business strategy, asset planning, regulatory economics, sustainability and data-led performance improvement. The role operates on a flexible basis, combining office working, home working and client travel as required. The Advisory Consultant will contribute to regulatory business planning, asset strategy development and programme governance, helping clients respond to industry challenges and optimise lifecycle value. This role blends analytical capability, stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness within a collaborative team environment. Key responsibilities * Deliver advisory services across strategy, asset planning and sustainability * Support development of regulatory business plans * Analyse asset and performance data to inform decision-making * Facilitate client workshops and stakeholder engagement * Prepare high-quality reports and presentations * Contribute to proposals and business development activity Candidate requirements * 4+ years' experience in infrastructure consultancy or client-side roles * Experience within water, energy or utilities sectors * Strong analytical capability using Excel, Power BI or similar tools * Experience preparing reports and business cases * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Why apply This organisation offers structured mentoring, exposure to high-impact advisory programmes and clear progression within a growing function. The salary for this Advisory Consultant role is £42,000 - £50,000, alongside bonus, pension and professional membership support within a supportive team culture. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.

This is a unique opportunity to join the Global Group Communications team with end-to-end responsibility for shaping and delivering all Adecco Group communication campaigns. Develop and oversee comprehensive, multi-channel communication campaign strategies aligned with business and communications ob