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Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer Location: Brighton (Hybrid or Remote options available) Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: To be discussed at the screening stage About the role We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Civil Engineer to provide technical leadership in the delivery of Water/ Wastewater projects. As a key figure within our team, you will guide the design team, provide detailed technical analysis, and ensure successful project delivery. You will work closely with Project Design Leads and stakeholders, driving innovation, ensuring value for money, and delivering solutions that meet our high standards of safety, sustainability, and quality. If you are passionate about technical excellence, innovation, and delivering infrastructure projects that make a difference, this role is for you. Responsibilities will include: Safety & Environment: • Operate in compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards (including CDM regulations)., • Develop risk assessments and mitigation strategies., • Ensure that designs promote environmental sustainability. Technical Leadership: • Lead and provide technical guidance on the design of water non-infra projects., • Prepare design calculations, specifications, and technical content for contracts., • Oversee approval of designs and ensure compliance with technical governance and QA processes., • Manage project budgets and resolve complex design issues. Innovation: • Challenge existing practices and promote continuous improvement., • Research and implement industry best practices, including digital design concepts., • Support the Discipline Lead in maintaining and updating technical standards. Financial & Commercial: • Deliver cost-effective, low-carbon solutions that meet project budgets., • Assist Project Managers with budget tracking and financial planning. Programme Management: • Ensure design timelines are achievable and proactively address potential delays. Customer Focus: • Ensure designs meet customer and regulatory expectations., • Represent the company at industry conferences and contribute to technical papers and press releases. What you’ll bring to the role: • MEng/BEng/BSc or HNC in Civil Engineering, Environmental, or a numerate science-related subject., • Chartered Engineer with a relevant engineering or scientific institution., • Extensive knowledge of design processes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details on our Southern Water careers page. Our Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.

School Business Manager - Full Time - September 2026 Start Are you an experienced and organised School Business Manager looking for your next opportunity in education? Academics are currently working with a welcoming and supportive school seeking to appoint a dedicated School Business Manager for a full-time position starting in September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with strong financial and operational experience to play a key role within a thriving school environment. The successful candidate will have: • Proven experience in a similar role within an educational setting or equivalent environment, • Strong expertise in financial management, budgeting, procurement, and resource allocation, • Solid understanding of personnel procedures and wider school operations, • Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety compliance, safeguarding requirements, and estate management, • Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, • Overseeing the financial and operational management of the school, • Managing budgets, procurement and financial reporting, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety and safeguarding requirements, • Leading and supporting administrative teams, • Dedicated consultant support, • Competitive rates of pay, • Opportunities within supportive school environments Apply today or contact Academics Agency for further information. Academics are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB)

St John's College is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated Good autism-specific college for autistic young people aged 16–25. We are now seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Head of College to join our College Leadership Team (CLT). About the Role As Deputy Head of College, you will play a key role in the strategic and operational leadership of the College. Working closely with the Head of College, you will drive the quality of education, ensuring that all learners receive a high-quality, ambitious and personalised curriculum that prepares them for adulthood. You will lead on the continuous improvement of teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring strong outcomes for learners, and will contribute to the development and delivery of the College's strategic vision. This is a highly influential role, supporting the alignment of education, health and care provision while ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities • Support the strategic leadership and continuous improvement of the College, contributing to long-term planning and vision, • Lead on the quality of education, ensuring a well-sequenced, ambitious curriculum aligned to learner needs and EHCP outcomes, • Drive high standards in teaching, learning and assessment through effective leadership and performance management, • Oversee curriculum planning, timetabling and delivery, ensuring consistency across provision, including off-site learning, • Lead on external accreditation and RARPA, ensuring robust assessment, tracking and reporting of learner progress, • Monitor learner outcomes and use data to inform decision-making, interventions and improvement planning, • Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including families, local authorities and partner organisations, • Support safeguarding across the College, contributing to DSL responsibilities and a strong culture of safety and wellbeing, • Ensure effective operational management, including staffing structures, resource allocation and day-to-day systems We are looking for a confident and values-driven leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for autistic young people. You will bring: • Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree (or equivalent), • Experience of leading teaching, learning and curriculum development within a SEND or specialist setting, • Strong understanding of autism, SEND legislation, EHCPs and the SEND Code of Practice, • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams to deliver high performance, • Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills Why Join St John's College? • Be part of a values-driven, autism-specialist organisation with a strong reputation for quality and innovation, • Join a committed and supportive leadership team with a shared ambition for learner success, • Play a key role in shaping the future of education for autistic young people Informal visit to setting/main college site - Ongoing through May 2026 Candidates informed of application outcome - Monday 18 May 2026 Interviews - Friday 22 May 2026 Start Date- September 2026 Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification. Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

The University of Sussex is a leading higher education and research institution. The first of the new wave of UK universities founded in the 1960s, receiving its Royal Charter in 1961, Sussex is a successful, growing University with a top-30 place in the major UK higher education league tables. The University has a beautiful and diverse estate located in Falmer, to the east of Brighton and Hove. It is situated in the South Downs National Park and has amongst its buildings a core heritage estate designed by Sir Basil Spence. The University of Sussex is seeking to make the appointment of a Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities Management to lead on the delivery of estate and infrastructure improvement projects across the campus portfolio. Reporting to the Director of Estates, Facilities Management & Commercial Services, the postholder will be responsible for leading the strategic planning and delivery of Estates Operations across the whole University campus environment. The role requires high level of collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, particularly our delivery partners, Sussex Estates and Facilities (SEF) and Chartwells. As a Senior leader within the Estates Division, you will have had extensive experience in designing and implementing master planning and real estate development, property, sustainability and space management. Designing transformational programmes of work and working closely with stakeholders to deliver a wide ranging and challenging portfolio of projects, ensuring that you take people on the journey with you. You will also have extensive experience in the delivery of a full range of Facilities Management services, either client side or through a contracting model. Understanding building services and the importance of defining and delivering asset management plans across a mixed estate of new and listed properties. You will have had experience in defining asset investment programmes of work delivering across the full scope of building services and general estate management. You will need to have experience in manging teams at a senior level to devise and deliver estate wide strategies to transform service delivery in a demanding operational environment. For a confidential discussion please contact our advisors Michael Hewlett or Ben Duffill of The Management Recruitment Group. Closing date for online applications is Sunday 7th June 2026. The Management Recruitment Group has been exclusively retained for this campaign. All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to them.

Dalkia have an opportunity for an Electrician to join their team supporting the facilities maintenance for our client’s sites in Hove and London. Main Purpose of Job The post will be predominantly based at Hove but will be expected to travel into London Dalkia sites including EDF and Mitsui. The Technician will act as a key focal point for technical interactions for Hove and to be involved in both tactical planning and day-to-day operational delivery of the contracted services. To proactively lead the technical contract requirements such as the delivery of PPM’s, compliance and Reactive works & reach the standard of LVAP for the site and other EDF sites in the South East. The success of this role is underpinned by delivering first class customer service and technical expertise to site-based employees, visitors and the wider FM delivery team. To successfully operate all areas of the contracted technical services within your designated demise. To actively support the FM relationships with users and visitors to the portfolio. Enacting and responding to emergency protocols were necessary. To actively support and adopt best practice across all operations within the contract. To ensure a focussed approach to all governance-based requirements with a sense of true ownership and determination. Demonstrable results-focussed approach will be a necessity. Main Responsibilities • Adhere to all aspects of Health & Safety on site in accordance with legislation and Dalkia/Customer policies, while ensuring team works to Values at all times., • Ensure first class service is delivered to any person who works in or visits the buildings; understand and pro-actively improve the contractual KPIs & SLA’s, • Propose ideas for technical compliance and excellent service delivery. Lead on compliance, PPM & reactive work, • Be flexible to support shortages in labour materials and plant and plan/schedule to avoid issues arising. Always think ahead with a strategic mind-set., • Be part of the call out rota for the South East, • Invest time with work stream leaders encouraging open communication through the contribution of ideas and views, • Promote teamwork and networking between all work streams through the Dalkia values, • Proactively support on management of contractors and in-house teams, • Investigating availability and suitability of options for alternative service delivery options, • Supporting sub-contracted work ensuring value for money, compliance and H&S are always adhered to., • Being flexible to ensure utilisation team resources for day-to-day service delivery, • Ensuring that agreed work by yourself or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and following up on any deficiencies, ensure we are delivering to the required standards SFG-20 and or manufacturers recommendations, • Ensuring all customers, staff and contractors meet Health & Safety rules for the site, • Ensure that all administrative duties are being upheld to support the function by using the contract support provision, • Attend regular customer and in-house meetings, • Support operations, ensuring we deliver outstanding results, • Act as subject matter expert for allocated buildings, managing escalations and customers, suppliers and colleagues to ensure a seamless service delivery, • Employ effective communication and influencing skills to enable an effective change management with stakeholders at all levels who may hold differing and contentious views., • Identify, own and resolve local customer service issues, driving service improvements and exercising good judgement., • Be available for agreed overtime to undertake PPM and reactive works across region. Person Specification Essential Requirements • Able to take part in on-call rota, • Willing to undergo relevant vetting requirements, • Strong electrical skills and fault finding knowledge, • Knowledge of other systems such as water and air conditioning advantageous, • Experience within the technical FM sector in a similar role, supporting delivery, team player, individual and client relationships leading by example at all times., • Able to communicate at all levels., • Demonstrable experience of delivering governance and compliance functions, • Core H&S certification and experience and lead from the front with H&S being at the forefront of every task, • The ability to multitask and prioritise your workload, • Confident decision making, • Teamwork skills and the ability to lead and motivate others, • Good IT/tablet skills, • A practical, flexible and innovative approach to work and travel People First • Demonstrate safe practices of working and challenge any unsafe behaviors, • Deliver Safety Performance of work activities under their control, and take appropriate and timely action to control risks, escalate issues as required and promote positive Safety Behaviors to all Stakeholders, • Make recommendations on matters concerning continuous improvement and “adding value” that may improve the productivity, costs, quality of service delivery etc., • Instill a culture of Continuous improvement within the in-house team to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of Service Delivery, • Effectively support building Compliance activities for the building responsible for, ensuring inspections and remedial activity takes place in line with company policies and standards, • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to build and foster trust, • Be flexible to allow us to meet the changing needs of the client, • Maintain a consistently high standard no matter how big or small the task, • Provide a high level customer service and deal with complaints and enquiries in a considerate manner, • Development of a performance focused culture that emphasises collaboration, accountability and compliance obligations, • Acting in a way that is aligned to the values of Dalkia with personal integrity and is commercially solution focused Qualifications • Electrical Installations Level 3 (Essential), • 18th Edition (Essential), • LV AP (Essential), • Test and Inspection ideal (Desirable), • PASMA (Desirable), • IPAF (Desirable), • Good understanding of mechanical plant, • FM Electrical / Building Service technical background, • Proficient use of IT software (Word / Excel etc), • Ability to effectively work under pressure, • Ability to diagnose faults and recommend appropriate solutions, • Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing, • Ability to operate in a very customer focused environment, • Proven track record in working with CAFM systems, • Electrical – repair of power and lighting, minor installation works Benefits • Salary: Up to £48,639, • 25 days holiday increasing with length of service, plus Bank Holidays + birthday off, + option to purchase additional 5 days, • Company vehicle / Car allowance, • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme, • Private medical insurance (after 1 year service), • Employee recognition programmes which reward exceptional achievements, • Employee Referral bonus with generous bonuses for ‘referring a friend’, • The opportunity to use one working day per year volunteering to help the local community, • Flexible Benefits Scheme – including eye care voucher, store discounts for major retailers, salary sacrifice electric car vehicle lease scheme, personal IT equipment loans, impartial financial/savings guidance, • Company sick pay, • Access to wellbeing programmes, • Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential 24/7 365 support on all lifestyle matters, • Full induction and training, • Smartphone and Tablet / laptop (where applicable for role), • Uniform and PPE (where applicable for role), • Access to our extensive career portal with career planner tool and online learning At Dalkia, we are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We ensure that every applicant is treated fairly and respectfully throughout our selection process. If you require any adjustments, please inform us in confidence. Our talent acquisition team is here to assist you.

We're hiring · Hove, South Coast Ambitious creative looking for your next challenge? Come and crack the complex with us. We're an independent B2B brand, comms and marketing agency helping global clients operating in some of the most cutting-edge, technically complex industries say exactly the right thing - clearly, boldly, and without the noise. From brand and campaign implementation, to animated explainers and proof-of-concept demos, we help clients confidently, effectively connect with their audiences and truly differentiate along the way. We call it cracking the complex. The role: We're looking for a midweight creative with 3-4 years experience working with B2B clients in science, engineering, technology and defence. You’ll get a kick from turning subject matter into gettable, engaging and effective results. With us, you’ll take briefs from concept to execution, lead your own projects, collaborate with other team members, and consistently raise the bar on your craft. This isn't a role for people who like to play it safe. We need someone who digs into the details, finds the point, and builds bold creative solutions around it. A fire for motion editing and digital are essential. What you bring: • A strategic-thinker who thrives on solving challenges through bold, straight-to-the-point design and creative, • A passion for getting to the heart of a brief before building a multi-faceted and effective solution, • The ability to explore and rationalise a range of ideas and thinking, • The confidence to drive your own projects forward, or work as part of a team to bring others with you, • Experience working with B2B clients or in technically challenging industries You’ll be comfortable using: • Full Adobe Suite, • Figma Working across: • Motion - Video and animation, • Digital - UX/UI/Responsiveness/Journey Planning, • Print, • Artworking & repro We offer the following great benefits: • Balance - Hybrid working (Mondays and Fridays WFH), • Environment - Light, open plan offices, 10min walk from Hove seafront with a breakout space and good espresso on-hand, • Money matters - Fair Pay, employer contribution pension scheme and a performance-related Christmas bonus, • Time for you - 22 days holiday plus your birthday and Bank Holidays. Additionally, we close our doors over Christmas and New Year to spend time with friends and family, • Open dialogue and development - Dedicated 121 sessions and an annual personal development plan, • Flexibile - We appreciate there are moments where you may need to make adjustments, whether working remotely or leaving early, we’ll always strive to be supportive and adaptable, • Social - We have two major socials every summer and Christmas, along with various meals and activities across the year For over twenty years we've worked in partnership with clients to take them forward through real-world results… and we're only getting started. Does this sound like your kind of place? Send us your portfolio and a message letting us know why.

Area Sales Manager – South Central My client is a leading player in the building materials sector, seeking a driven and commercially astute Area Sales Manager to accelerate growth across the RMI (Repair, Maintenance & Improvement) market and house builder segment. This is a high-impact, field-based role suited to a proactive sales professional who thrives on building relationships, winning specifications, and delivering measurable growth. The Role As an Area Sales Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding market share and driving revenue through strategic engagement with merchants, house builders, contractors, and installers. Key responsibilities include: • Conducting a minimum of 16 merchant visits per week, targeting A–C customer segments to unlock incremental growth opportunities, • Proactively engaging national and regional house builders to secure product specifications and generate long-term value, • Driving specification wins across both specified and non-specified projects, particularly within roofing and construction product categories, • Collaborating closely with contractors and installers to ensure successful delivery of project specifications, • Identifying and developing new business opportunities within target markets, • Managing sales forecasts and demand planning in line with business objectives, • Executing portfolio and channel strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets, • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date sales activity within CRM systems (C4C) About You You are a commercially minded sales professional with a strong track record in the construction or building materials sector. Core Skills & Experience • Sales & Negotiation Expertise: Proven ability to develop strategic sales plans, negotiate effectively, and consistently close deals, • New Business Development: Demonstrated success in identifying and converting new opportunities, • Relationship Management: Strong experience managing merchant, house builder, and contractor relationships, • Commercial Acumen: Solid understanding of market dynamics, pricing, and profitability, • Forecasting & Planning: Experience in demand planning and pipeline management, • CRM & Data Analysis: Proficient in CRM systems (ideally C4C) with a data-driven approach to decision-making, • Product Knowledge: Understanding of roofing or construction materials (or similar technical products) Personal Attributes • Customer-focused with a genuine commitment to adding value, • Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment, • Professional, credible, and operates with integrity, • Influential and persuasive communicator, • Accountable and driven to deliver results Why Join? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a tangible impact, shape market growth, and build long-term partnerships within a thriving sector. Package: Basic Salary – Upto £50k Bonus – Upto £22k, paid monthly Car allowance or EV Car Scheme, Private Medical Insurance, Matched Pension + More

LHH is partnering with a leading, complex organisation to appoint a Head of People Partnering into a pivotal leadership role within their People function. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced HR leader who has managed a People/HR function and brings strong Trade Union and industrial relations experience. The Role Reporting into the Deputy Director of People, you will sit on the People leadership team and play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s people strategy. You will lead a People Partnering function responsible for a broad employee relations remit, including union engagement, formal consultation and negotiation frameworks, policy development, organisational change, and complex casework. This role requires a strategic yet hands-on leader who can operate confidently at senior level while ensuring high-quality operational delivery across a large, unionised environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead, develop and manage the People Partnering function, driving a high-performing service, • Act as subject matter expert for employee relations and industrial relations, • Lead Trade Union engagement, including consultation and negotiation processes, • Coach and support senior leaders on complex ER and organisational change matters, • Drive a streamlined and efficient approach to people processes and policy, • Oversee complex casework, risk management, and employment tribunal activity, • Use data and insight to inform workforce planning and strategic decision making About You • Proven experience managing a People/HR function within a large, complex organisation, • Strong background in Trade Union engagement and industrial relations, • Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, • Credible senior leader with experience influencing at executive level, • Coaching-led leadership style with a focus on developing others, • Experience driving change and improving HR/people processes in fast-paced environments This is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a complex organisation, offering the chance to shape people strategy and lead a critical function.

NPCC Vetting Hub Senior Manager Permanent Full Time Stratford-upon-Avon / Remote The main purpose of the role is to provide national leadership and coordination for the operational delivery of police vetting across UK forces. To assist in the development of the strategy for an efficient and effective operational vetting function across national policing and the Annual National Vetting Strategic Threat and Risk Assessment (STRA) Assist in working in partnership with national police forces and external partner agencies and stakeholders. Coordinate the national vetting advisory function that supports forces with complex vetting cases. Provide expert direction, recommended lines of enquiry, and a consistent national approach. To ensure that operational practices comply with Authorised Professional Practice (APP) requirements. Main Responsibilities: • To provide specialist knowledge, advice and guidance in all aspects of National Police Vetting to inform strategic and operational decision making, interpretation of national legislation, offering guidance and support to all key internal and external stakeholders, and support forces with complex decision making., • As delegated, act as the NPCC senior point of contact for police forces on vetting matters, advising on risk, compliance and operational impact., • To develop an operational performance framework and culture of continuous improvement within your areas of responsibility using data to inform decision making and resource allocation., • Monitor force level operational compliance and performance, identifying areas of risk or inconsistency and initiating targeted support or intervention across UK policing, working in conjunction with the College of Policing., • As delegated, to represent NPCC Vetting at strategic board level within Warwickshire as well as with partner agencies such as College of Policing, Home Office and HMICFRS. To provide updates of activity, performance, professional advice and contribute to strategic decisions., • Lead on service delivery, performance, business processes, business practice and improvement activities in relation National Police Vetting and to engage directly with force vetting leads to understand delivery challenges and support continuous improvement, working in conjunction with the College of Policing., • Lead the development and use of national vetting performance dashboards and risk indicators and provide operational insight and feedback to the College of Policing to help inform updates to national vetting policy and guidance., • To have a working knowledge of budgetary management and understanding of financial planning, business planning and contract management., • To identify opportunities to improve skills, knowledge and health and well-being of staff and teams to ensure that continuous professional development addresses the changing requirements of the service., • To coordinate the national operational response to critical incidents or systemic failures in relation to vetting and provide proactive support in relation to HMICFRS inspection activities and the College of Policing in policy development., • To coordinate the NPCC response to national reports and recommendations., • Build and maintain strategic relationships with Chief Officers, Force vetting leads and key national stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery, shared accountability and effective escalation pathways for national vetting issues., • Ensure integrity, fairness and consideration of the needs of others is incorporated into the daily duties and relationships with colleagues and the conduct and service delivery of allocated portfolio., • This post has been designated as ‘Politically Sensitive’ under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended)., • Casual Car User, • Regular national travel Knowledge: • Honours Degree in a relevant subject or extensive experience in strategic leadership as a senior manager in a police vetting related service/profession., • Extensive knowledge of legislation and codified policy as they relate to National Police Vetting, including national vetting standards, Code of Practice, Approved Professional Practice, Police Vetting Regulations and the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act., • Proven ability to lead multi-agency coordination and deliver operational assurance., • Strong commitment to police vetting and public service., • Ability to drive change and rigorous performance management of people., • Extensive experience at a senior management level within a high-pressure department., • Experience of researching, validating, and corroborating complex information and presenting this in relevant products., • Experience of managing a process-driven environment with a proven ability to continuously improve efficiency and deliver change., • Proven experience of enabling organisational and cultural change, • Demonstrate successful management of programmes and projects., • Experience of managing budgets., • Experience of assessing and managing risk., • Experience of making decisions around risk based on an acknowledged process such as the National Decision Model., • Experience of dealing with external stakeholders., • Proven ability to work under pressure, managing a variable workload within strict deadlines., • Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to resolve conflict professionally and in a timely manner, • Ability to inspire, enthuse and to keep people focused in spite of setback/difficulty, • Demonstrable ability to operate calmly and professionally under pressure, • Demonstrable ability to provide senior leadership on change management, • Proficient in the knowledge and use of relevant IT systems and understand the interdependencies between them, • Proven people management, coaching and mentoring skills You will be required as part of Warwickshire Police recruitment process to successfully complete vetting and credit checks.

Job Description Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications. We're looking for a Civils Site Agent to join our Southern Water Framework team based in Falmer. Location: Falmer - remote working available, with occasional travel to the office required.Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. Join us as a Civils Site Agent and take the opportunity to lead operational site-based teams on exciting, multi-disciplined schemes. You'll be instrumental in the construction and upgrading of treatment and distribution assets, working as part of our strategic partnership with Southern Water. This is a role where your expertise and leadership will directly contribute to delivering essential infrastructure projects that make a real difference to communities. What will you be responsible for? As a Civils Site Agent, you'll be working within the operational delivery team, supporting them in delivering design and build services for new and existing infrastructure assets. Your day to day will include: • Leading and managing site-based teams, ensuring health, safety and wellbeing standards are maintained at all times, • Planning and coordinating daily work activities to meet programme milestones whilst managing resources effectively, • Maintaining quality standards and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with specifications, • Managing commercial forecasts, controlling costs and identifying opportunities to increase value through effective change management This role of Civils Site Agent is great for you if: • You hold a Full driving licence, • You have construction industry experience, ideally within a water infrastructure environment, • You possess a 5 Day SMSTS Certificate, • You have proven people and project management skills with strong commercial awareness If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities, you can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier #LI-JB4 . xrnqpay Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, Life Assurance, Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, Discounts on go-to brands, Free Heath and wellbeing services, Training and development schemes, Electric Vehicle Leasing, Paid volunteering leave.

Job Type: Full-TimeSalary: £37910 - £45000 per annum AWE is recruiting for a Sourcing Event Buyer to work closely with the category management teams and be responsible for the administration of all on system sourcing events, inputting key information, facilitating gateway approvals and liaising with wider AWE teams and suppliers utilising the strategic sourcing solution, JAGGAER. Please note, this is an 18-month fixed term contract. Package: £37,910 to £45,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience). Location: Reading, with free onsite parking. Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application (There is an opportunity to take advantage of Hybrid working which is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis). Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Sourcing Event Buyer, your role will be to work closely with the category management teams, uploading and processing sourcing event details into JAGGAER and administrating all on system activities through the full sourcing lifecycle, from issuing tenders to contract signing and mobilisation. As well as working closely with the Category Management teams you will also have the opportunity to work closely with the Commercial Transformation Programme team, helping to monitor system performance and identify and implement system & process improvement opportunities. You will be trained so as to enable you to be the first point of contact (POC) for escalations in the sourcing event team and given opportunities to be involved in future training on process, systems and workflows within AWE, and will be supported so you can understand what is changing, what measures to put in place and how to be prepared to support the team. You will be accountable for: * Apply expert knowledge to manage all buying activities, including complex orders, ensuring requirements are met and issues resolved promptly. * Provide required reports to SEMT leadership and identify opportunities for simplified reporting. * Deliver Service Centre reporting within the assigned Tower structure. * Manage designated supplier relationships. * Maintain effective relationships with internal SCM and stakeholders to ensure compliance with processes and timely order placement. * Actively seeking learning and development opportunities. Providing training, mentoring and coaching to other SEMT members. Who are we looking for? We are ideally seeking individuals with an understanding of procurement and experience of conducting source to contract activities. You should have excellent communication skills, be comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels and have an enthusiastic can-do attitude. Experience of using online sourcing software (i.e. JAGGAER or another eSourcing system) would be beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided. Proactive approach to problem solving, tackles issues before they become problems. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, it would be advantageous for you to have experience in some of the following: * Experience of using JAGGAER or a similar online eSourcing platform. * Experience of the Source to Contract process. * An understanding of wider supply chain processes. * Knowledge of procurement strategies and how they are used. * Working closely as a team member being an effective team collaborator. * Planning and prioritising workload. * Accuracy in data entry and attention to detail. * Experience working in a procurement or customer services environment. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: * 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. * Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). * Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. * Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. * Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. * Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). * Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. * Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2-3 days onsite per week. #LI-RS1 #LI-Hybrid

Job Type: Full-TimeSalary: £63000 - £80000 per annum AWE is an organisation with a unique and vital purpose: protecting the UK through world-class nuclear science and technology. By joining our team as a Senior Contract Manager, you'll help deliver the infrastructure and facilities that enable this mission, by managing new complex utilities contracts. As Senior Contract Manager for our utilities infrastructure, you will lead and deliver strategic contract solutions across a complex utilities capital programme, including electrical works, water and gases. The successful individual will develop and implement robust contracts, oversee the performance of agreed contracts and frameworks, leading commercial negotiations within technically high-risk contractual environments. Salary: from £63,000 to £80,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience) Location: Reading, with occasional travel to Aldermaston and Burghfield sites. Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As the Senior Contract Manager, you will be developing and implementing contracting policy, boilerplate templates, frameworks for contract management planning and keep up to date on overarching governance which you will be responsible is built into AWE process and procedures. You will also work with stakeholders across commercial, including complex utilities contracts, providing advice and guidance on contract management. Be responsible for defining contract terms, strategic and governance planning, contract options management, KPI reviews, managing tier 1 suppliers, contract disputes/resolution, earned value management, risk management, agreeing work orders and liaising with stakeholders. This includes managing a team to administer contracts and team member development. Who are we looking for? We are ideally seeking individuals with experience in managing infrastructure contracts and have public procurement regulations knowledge. You will understand the end-to-end procurement process, including pre and post contract, and be an experienced NEC practitioner utilising CEMAR or similar Contract Administration software to manage contracts. You will need to have had experience of working on large, complex, high-risk projects, ideally within utilities or critical infrastructure programmes. To ensure success as a Senior Contract Manager, you should have previous experience defining NEC 4 contract terms, although experience with JCT and FIDIC will be considered. You will have an in-depth understanding of business requirements for the assigned areas and will be motivated to drive value for money, applying industry leading contract management techniques to mitigate commercial risk. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: * NEC accreditation or experience. * RICS accreditation or experience in Quantity Surveying * Utilities or critical infrastructure background. * Experience in business governance and public sector governance. * Experience on working on Government Major Projects Portfolio (GMPP). * Experience in managing Claims arising under NEC Infrastructure contracts. * Experience in scoping deliverables. * Experience in contract variation management. * Experience in budgetary control. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: * 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. * Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). * Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. * Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. * Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. * Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). * Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. * Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2-3 days onsite per week. #LI-RS1 #LI-Hybrid

Job Description Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV. We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: • Contributory pension scheme, • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes, • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits, • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, and many more, • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more, • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster, • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands, • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes Brighton College & Brighton College Prep Handcross Job Title: Director of Catering (Strategy & Operations) – Brighton College Group Responsible To: Director of Operations / Regional Manager– Lodestone House Location: Based at Brighton College, supporting Brighton College, Brighton College Prep Handcross and any other associated Brighton College Schools as required. Work Level: Senior Leadership / Strategic Account Level Working Hours: 40 hours, 5 days over 7 Salary: Up to £72,000 Annual Leave Entitlement: 25 days + Bank Holidays Contract: Permanent Role Context Lodestone House operates the catering and hospitality services at Brighton College, one of the UK’s most prestigious independent schools and named School of the Decade. Brighton College continues to expand its operations both within the UK and internationally and represents a complex, high-profile and fast-paced catering and hospitality environment. This newly created senior leadership role oversees all catering and hospitality operations and works in close partnership with the Head of Catering Operations (Brighton College). The role exists to provide strategic direction, operational structure, commercial grip and senior leadership across the Brighton College and Brighton College Prep Handcross catering and hospitality operation, with the potential for further growth in the future. Brighton College & Brighton College Handcross Brighton College is one of the UK’s most prestigious and forward-thinking independent schools and has been recognised nationally as School of the Decade. Founded in 1845, the College has built an outstanding reputation for academic excellence, pastoral care, innovation and an unapologetically ambitious approach to education. The College educates pupils from ages 3 to 18 and operates as a large, dynamic community, combining day and boarding provision. It has consistently ranked at the top of national league tables and is widely regarded as a benchmark for best practice across the independent education sector. Brighton College Prep Handcross educates pupils from nursery through to 13+, with a strong emphasis on academic foundations, pastoral care and preparing pupils for progression into senior independent education, including Brighton College. Catering and hospitality are viewed as core to the pupil and staff experience, not simply a support function. Food quality, service standards, nutrition, sustainability and operational reliability are all critical to the College’s daily life and reputation. The catering operation supports: A large day and boarding pupil population across multiple age groups in central Brighton and a Prep boarding school, based in Handcross High-volume daily breakfast, lunch and supper services with over 3,000 meals served per day across the group including customers with complex allergen and intolerance needs Extensive hospitality provision including: • Formal dinners and receptions, • Sporting and cultural events, • Parent, alumni and donor events, • Conferences, summer schools and commercial lettings, • A busy calendar of evening and weekend activity The operation is characterised by: • High service expectations, • A strong focus on food quality, nutrition and sustainability, • Significant logistical complexity, • A requirement for absolute reliability alongside innovation and evolution Overall Purpose of the Role To provide strategic, operational and commercial leadership across the Brighton College (which includes Brighton College and Brighton College Prep Handcross) catering and hospitality operation, ensuring delivery of a seamless, best-in-class service that reflects the College’s ambition, reputation and uncompromising standards. The role will set the strategic direction of catering and hospitality, lead and manage complex catering projects, introduce and refine structure and process, support and enable the Head of Catering Operations to deliver day-to-day excellence, and be fully accountable for financial performance, and senior stakeholder reporting. Key Responsibilities • Strategic Leadership & Direction., • Set and drive the strategic direction for catering and hospitality across Brighton College., • Translate Brighton College’s vision and values into a clear catering and hospitality strategy., • Act as a senior strategic advisor to Brighton College leadership., • Oversee all catering and hospitality operations across Brighton College and Brighton College Prep Handcross., • Introduce clarity, structure and rhythm into operational planning., • Ensure consistently high standards of food quality, service and customer experience., • Project Leadership & Change Management., • Lead major catering and hospitality projects including service redesign, process implementation and offer evolution., • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, with minimal operational disruption and within the agreed budget., • Establish clear project ownership, governance and delivery plans., • Manage risk, dependencies and stakeholder expectations throughout delivery., • Translate strategic intent into practical, deliverable outcomes. xrnqpay Financial Accountability & Commercial Performance.

Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in technical assurance and a desire to contribute to essential water management projects across the UK. This role focuses on providing technical assurance, leading investment planning, and strategic asset management while offering flex

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We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Director of Catering (Strategy & Operations) Brighton College & Brighton College Prep Handcross Job Title: Director of Catering (Strategy & Operations) - Brighton College Group Responsible To: Director of Operations / Regional Manager- Lodestone House Location: Based at Brighton College, supporting Brighton College, Brighton College Prep Handcross and any other associated Brighton College Schools as required. Work Level: Senior Leadership / Strategic Account Level Working Hours: 40 hours, 5 days over 7 Salary: Up to £72,000 Annual Leave Entitlement: 25 days + Bank Holidays Contract: Permanent Role Context Lodestone House operates the catering and hospitality services at Brighton College, one of the UK's most prestigious independent schools and named School of the Decade. Brighton College continues to expand its operations both within the UK and internationally and represents a complex, high-profile and fast-paced catering and hospitality environment. This newly created senior leadership role oversees all catering and hospitality operations and works in close partnership with the Head of Catering Operations (Brighton College). The role exists to provide strategic direction, operational structure, commercial grip and senior leadership across the Brighton College and Brighton College Prep Handcross catering and hospitality operation, with the potential for further growth in the future. Brighton College & Brighton College Handcross Brighton College is one of the UK's most prestigious and forward-thinking independent schools and has been recognised nationally as School of the Decade. Founded in 1845, the College has built an outstanding reputation for academic excellence, pastoral care, innovation and an unapologetically ambitious approach to education. The College educates pupils from ages 3 to 18 and operates as a large, dynamic community, combining day and boarding provision. It has consistently ranked at the top of national league tables and is widely regarded as a benchmark for best practice across the independent education sector. Brighton College Prep Handcross educates pupils from nursery through to 13+, with a strong emphasis on academic foundations, pastoral care and preparing pupils for progression into senior independent education, including Brighton College. Catering and hospitality are viewed as core to the pupil and staff experience, not simply a support function. Food quality, service standards, nutrition, sustainability and operational reliability are all critical to the College's daily life and reputation. The catering operation supports: A large day and boarding pupil population across multiple age groups in central Brighton and a Prep boarding school, based in Handcross High-volume daily breakfast, lunch and supper services with over 3,000 meals served per day across the group including customers with complex allergen and intolerance needs Extensive hospitality provision including: • Formal dinners and receptions, • Sporting and cultural events, • Parent, alumni and donor events, • Conferences, summer schools and commercial lettings, • A busy calendar of evening and weekend activity The operation is characterised by: • High service expectations, • A strong focus on food quality, nutrition and sustainability, • Significant logistical complexity, • A requirement for absolute reliability alongside innovation and evolution Overall Purpose of the Role To provide strategic, operational and commercial leadership across the Brighton College (which includes Brighton College and Brighton College Prep Handcross) catering and hospitality operation, ensuring delivery of a seamless, best-in-class service that reflects the College's ambition, reputation and uncompromising standards. The role will set the strategic direction of catering and hospitality, lead and manage complex catering projects, introduce and refine structure and process, support and enable the Head of Catering Operations to deliver day-to-day excellence, and be fully accountable for financial performance, and senior stakeholder reporting. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Direction. Set and drive the strategic direction for catering and hospitality across Brighton College. Translate Brighton College's vision and values into a clear catering and hospitality strategy. Act as a senior strategic advisor to Brighton College leadership. Ensure alignment between Brighton College expectations and Lodestone House / Compass Group frameworks. Operational Excellence Oversee all catering and hospitality operations across Brighton College and Brighton College Prep Handcross. Introduce clarity, structure and rhythm into operational planning. Ensure consistently high standards of food quality, service and customer experience. Project Leadership & Change Management. Lead major catering and hospitality projects including service redesign, process implementation and offer evolution. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, with minimal operational disruption and within the agreed budget. Establish clear project ownership, governance and delivery plans. Manage risk, dependencies and stakeholder expectations throughout delivery. Translate strategic intent into practical, deliverable outcomes. Financial Accountability & Commercial Performance. Full accountability for contract financial performance. Lead monthly financial reporting, forecasting and variance analysis with the support of the Catering Financial Manager. Prepare and present financial and operational proposals to Brighton College and internal leadership teams. Data, Insight & Reporting Use data to drive decision-making and performance improvement Translate complex financial and operational data into meaningful insight Ensure clear, accurate and trusted reporting People Leadership & Organisation Ensure the operation is correctly structured with the right capability in the right roles Coach and support senior leaders including the Head of Catering Operations, Deputy Head of Catering Build a culture of accountability, pride and continuous improvement Client & Stakeholder Management Build trusted relationships with Brighton College senior leadership Act as a senior ambassador for Lodestone House and Compass Group Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with all food safety, health & safety and people policies Working Pattern This is a demanding senior leadership role within an extremely busy operation. While predominantly Monday to Friday, evening and weekend working will be required to support key operational and hospitality activity. Person Specification Essential: • Senior leadership experience within catering, hospitality or foodservice, • Proven financial and commercial accountability, • Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills, • Experience leading complex, high-profile operations, • Highly organised, solution-focused and resilient Desirable: • Independent education experience, • Project or change management experience, • Degree qualified or equivalent, • Chef or operational food background About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/0705/C05801/52801092/R/SU #Lodestone House Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Head of Freehold Property Management / Senior Property Manager Location: Brighton About the Role Our Client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Head of Freehold Property Management / Senior Property Manager to lead the strategic and operational management of their residential freehold portfolio. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing asset performance, statutory compliance, financial management, and the delivery of exceptional customer service across a portfolio of residential buildings. The role also involves leading and developing a team of property professionals while ensuring best-in-class property management practices. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the strategy, operations, and performance of the freehold property portfolio., • Deliver a high-quality property management service to clients, leaseholders, and stakeholders., • Manage and develop a team of Property Managers and Administrators, driving a high-performance culture aligned with company KPIs and service standards., • Oversee service charge budgets, financial planning, contractor management, and cost control., • Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations, health & safety requirements, and industry best practices., • Act as the senior point of contact for clients, residents, contractors, surveyors, and regulatory bodies., • Lead on major works projects and Section 20 consultations across the portfolio., • Conduct regular site inspections, manage service contracts, and ensure preventative maintenance programmes are in place., • Provide clear reporting and strategic insight to senior leadership and the parent company. About You • TPI / IRPM qualified (or equivalent) property professional., • Proven experience managing residential block portfolios and freehold assets., • Strong leadership experience with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop teams., • Strategic thinker with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • Strong knowledge of service charge budgeting, major works, and property legislation., • High levels of professionalism, integrity, and customer focus. What They Offer • Opportunity to lead a premium residential portfolio., • A collaborative and supportive working environment., • Career development and professional growth opportunities., • Competitive salary and benefits package. Apply Now If you are an experienced property professional looking to take the next step in your career and lead a high-performing property management team, we would love to hear from you

Finance Business Partner | Remote (occasional travel required to head office in Brighton)| Part Time (approx. 15 hours / 2 days per week, with additional time required at quarter end) | £60,000 –£80,000 per annum (pro rata) Are you ready to shape the financial future of a high-impact UK technology company working at the heart of Defence innovation? Our client is a UK-based technology company with a distributed team across the country. They solve through-life acquisition and support management issues for the Defence and related sectors, supporting their teams to work strategically, collaboratively and effectively to maintain and streamline the delivery of military and industrial capability. They are now seeking a Finance Business Partner who can guide and advise their senior leadership team (SLT), preparing monthly, quarterly and annual forecasts that challenge assumptions and uncover opportunities to drive greater profitability. What’s In It For You? 26 days holiday per year (excluding UK bank holidays), rising with long service Company pension Life Assurance Free access to learning and wellbeing platforms such as LinkedIn and Headspace Health Shield (cash plan benefit scheme) Employee Recognition Reward Scheme Requirements Essential Significant financial reporting experience particularly in an MNC used to ratio reporting for a US Stock Exchange registered company Does not require visa sponsorship Must be able to pass security clearance Must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom The Role Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial analysis and reports Review contracts and identify areas of revenue and costs to ensure each contract is profitable Prepare analysis against agreed company ratios and identify areas of improvement Introduce a new timesheet reporting process, ensuring relationships are built and buy in is obtained Provide day to day support for the Finance Manager Lead the finance processes Provide financial guidance to the SLT Have a strategic approach to financial planning Be willing to challenge, have a voice in the room What’s next? It’s easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can’t wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR

Group People Systems Manager Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business unit Mott MacDonald’s support services are the driving force behind our organisation enabling us to run efficiently and effectively. The team works collaboratively to offer specialist advice, best practice and technology to all areas of our business specifically designed for our global reach. Role Purpose and Responsibilities The Group People Systems Manager will lead the strategic direction, oversight and optimisation of the Company’s global HCM SAP Success Factors (and other associated people systems). The Group People systems manager will guide the ongoing evolution of technology systems within human resources. This role ensures that systems continuously adapt to changing business needs, regulatory requirements, and user expectations, fostering incremental improvements and long-term resilience. Their focus is on strategic alignment and driving technology adoption within their functional area. The role will work in partnership with the Global People Leadership team, operational people professionals and the IT function to ensure the overall people systems landscape is continuously improving and driving efficiency across the organisation. The Group People Systems manager is responsible for: 1. Strategic Alignment & Technology Roadmap • Working closely with functional stakeholders to understand business strategy and translate it into long-term technology roadmaps., • Identifying opportunities for technology to support business growth and efficiency., • Recommending new technologies and system upgrades based on vendor roadmaps and operational requirements. 2. Systems Estate Oversight • Monitoring the performance of technology and ensuring systems are fit-for-purpose to support business processes., • Governing how technology and data are used within the function, ensuring compliance with standards and policies., • Endorsing recommendations for system upgrades and replacements. 3. Project & Programme Delivery • Supporting the creation of functional technology programmes and cases for investment (e.g. business cases)., • Overseeing the delivery of all new technology investments approved by the Enterprise Project Management Office., • Overseeing project management activities, including planning, resource allocation, progress monitoring, and risk management. 4. Stakeholder Engagement & Governance • Acting as the point of contact and advisor for all technology requirements within people systems., • Engaging with functional leaders, vendors, and being aware of regulatory body requirements to ensure technology solutions meet functional needs., • Assuring adherence to group-wide governance frameworks related to technical and integration standards for systems and applications. 5. Change Management & Adoption • Overseeing change management activities for new system implementations and upgrades., • Promoting effective adoption of new tools and platforms, ensuring users are trained and supported to get the full value of investments., • Monitoring and reporting on adoption rates and user feedback. 6. Continuous Improvement • Identifying and implementing process and system improvements to increase system stability, efficiency, and automation., • Staying abreast of technology trends and best practices, applying them to enhance functional capabilities. 7. Team Leadership & Collaboration • Building and leading the team required for system requirements and delivery., • Coaching and developing team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Skills and Requirements • Deep understanding of people systems processes and technology landscape in their area., • Excellent working knowledge of the SAP Success Factors ecosystem alongside an awareness of technology trends in human resources., • Experience in delivering technology projects and understanding of systems implementations., • Strategic thinking to see the big picture and align systems with long-term needs., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels., • Understanding of technology standards, project management lifecycles and best practices with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions. Occasional travel to our Head Office in Croydon will be required, typically around twice per month. We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. Agile working At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. We offer some fantastic benefits including: Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities. Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes

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