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36 hours per week About us at Hounslow We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. Our Benefits About The Role This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our Housing Partnerships Team as a Housing Regulation & Partnerships Manager. In this role you will lead the development of relationships with housing partners across our borough, including private registered providers of social housing, co-operatives, charities, and other key stakeholders: to ensure that we jointly deliver our core functions in accordance with regulation; and realise our shared goals. Your professional accountability is to provide assurance that the Council is compliant with all statutory and regulatory requirements relating to its partners, developing action plans and remediations where we are deficient, taking enabling and direct actions to ensure that our shared goals are achieved and that we have a positive impact on the lives of our tenants and residents. About The Team You’ll Be Working In • You will line-manage directly one Housing Partnerships Assistant Service Manager and through them a team of project, delivery and improvement officers., • Be fully accountable for the management, planning and coordination of strategic relationships with key housing partners, delegating operational tasks to the assistant service manager, as necessary. Represent the service corporately and with partners, deputising for your manager and head of service as required., • Lead, motivate and develop your team to build strategic partnerships with key housing stakeholders, providing analysis, diagnostic, advice and support for strategies and working practices that improve joint outputs and outcomes for residents, and provide quality assurance and evidence of efficiency and value for money for participating organisations. If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application: • You are an expert in housing with significant knowledge and experience of preparing and implementing housing policies, procedures, formal reports and presentations in a local authority or registered provider setting., • You have excellent partnership working skills, are able to navigate problem solving within large and complex organisations, taking a collaborative approach to finding solutions, while operating effectively through prioritisation, delegation of tasks and organisation of available resources, with experience of managing or supervising staff. Don’t meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the ‘perfect candidate’ doesn’t exist. So, if you can do most of what we’re looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: ___ Email: Closing date – 29th September 2025 Interviews for this job will be held during week commencing 6th October 2025. To apply for the role, please use the button provided.

Operations Manager Job ID 203157 Posted 23-Jan-2025 Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Southall - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a division of CBRE uniquely positioned to provide a complete set of services to corporate occupiers of commercial real estate across EMEA. GWS is redefining ‘workplace’ because we believe every place of work can become a competitive advantage for our clients. Productivity, reliability, engagement, quality, brand — the workplace contributes to business results, whether it’s an office, a retail outlet, a laboratory, a data centre, a manufacturing environment or a virtual location. Job Title: Operations Manager CBRE Global Workplace Solutions, leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management, are recruiting an Operations Manager to join the team located in Heathrow. Job Summary: Ensure team members are continually improving levels of service delivery, drawing on industry best practice setting a high benchmark for the FM’s to deliver to in each respective area. Ensure continual client focus across all areas. Key Responsibilities: • Be the primary strategic and operational support point for the Account Director, • Oversee all operational activity across the contract., • Oversee and fulfil all client reporting activities., • Manage the team to a transparent set of shared objectives., • Manage talent recruitment and retention, including training requirements and performance management., • Drive superior account performance to support the client business and contractual objectives. Develop short and long term objectives to enhance service delivery levels, measure, deliver and report against these., • Ensure full contract compliance on operational, risk, and compliance matters, • Measure the contract’s performance against agreed targets and scorecard compliance, • Lead by example in all supply partner relationships, ensuring all team members are managing and partnering with vendors professionally and efficiently, building best in class relationships., • Oversee all vendor relationships., • Ensure CBRE’s technology platform is optimised to support the client’s operational needs and commercial value, • Drive forward platform efficiencies within the account platform, • Ensure all account Playbooks are evergreen and meeting the needs of the account, • Provide leadership and day to day management of the infrastructure functions of the business, with functional leads reporting in. Ensure functional objectives are aligned with the client priorities and the wider functional priorities of CBRE Key Skills / Experience /Requirements: • The ability to work at pace, dynamically, whilst focussing on core deliverables, with regular re-prioritisation and an ability to deliver under pressure., • Experience working in corporate real estate or a facilities management company, • Procurement experience is required, • Demonstrated experience in managing large teams., • Experience in the areas of H&S and Energy Management a distinct advantage, • Experience in delivering large scale change programmes an advantage, • Skills should include organisational development, personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning, • Excellent people skills, with an ability to lead and support a dynamic leadership team, • Successful track record of working in international corporate businesses

Head of Commercial Senior Leadership Role North Yorkshire Up to £95,000 (DOE) + Benefits An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a senior commercial solicitor/partner to take on a leadership role with a well-established multi-service law firm in North Yorkshire. We are seeking an experienced commercial lawyer and manager to: • Lead and develop a small team of corporate/commercial solicitors, • Play a key role in the senior leadership team, • Oversee the management of one of the firm’s offices (across several departments), • Drive business growth through strategic planning, client development, and entrepreneurial leadership You will report directly to the Senior Managing Partner and work closely with colleagues across the firm. While primarily based in North Yorkshire, there will be occasional travel to other Yorkshire offices. What’s on offer: • Salary up to £95,000 (negotiable depending on experience), • Comprehensive benefits package, • Leadership role with autonomy and progression potential If you are a commercially minded, ambitious commercial solicitor seeking a genuine opportunity to shape and grow a practice, we’d love to hear from you.

BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. These days, we're still just as much a family as we always have been. We have tons of integrity, we're enthusiastic. we're competitive and we just get it done - whatever the challenge. We're on the lookout for a Delivery Commercial Manager to take the lead on our delivery partnerships with platforms like Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat. You'll be the key link between our delivery partners and our internal teams - from Commercial and Brand to Operations, IT, and Finance, helping us unlock growth in our £100m+ delivery business across the UK and beyond. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Strategic Partnership Management • Own and execute Joint Business Plans with major delivery platforms., • Lead commercial negotiations and contract renewals with DSPs., • Build strong, long-term relationships to secure preferred partner status and unlock co-marketing opportunities.Promotional Planning & Performance, • Deliver a strategic annual promotional calendar, aligned to business and brand goals., • Manage the delivery advertising budget, optimising campaign setup, execution, and ROI., • Track and analyse performance to inform future activity and drive customer acquisition.Insights & Commercial Impact, • Use data to run scenario models, track campaign performance, and provide actionable insights., • Support key commercial decisions through analysis and forecasting.Cross-Functional Collaboration, • Partner with internal teams across Operations, Brand, Finance, and Tech to solve challenges and deliver strategic initiatives., • Help implement new systems and improve delivery-related tech in collaboration with our Technical Programme Manager.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR, • Proven experience in a commercial, partnerships, or trade marketing role - ideally within food, retail, or tech., • Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, particularly with third-party platforms., • Highly analytical mindset with experience in financial modelling and campaign performance analysis., • A track record of managing Joint Business Plans or annual promotional calendars., • Comfortable leading cross-functional projects with diverse stakeholders., • Bonus: Understanding of delivery tech platforms and order fulfilment operations.YOUR REWARDS:, • Bonus based on business performance., • Private Healthcare (through Vitality), • Life Assurance - your family is part of our family, • Participation in a pension scheme, • 25 Days holiday + bank holidays, • Long service award Reports to: Commercial Director Location: UK, London Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days in the office.

BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. These days, we're still just as much a family as we always have been. We have tons of integrity, we're enthusiastic. we're competitive and we just get it done - whatever the challenge. This role is based out of our West London Support Office and requires a minimum of 3 days per week in the office. Five Guys JV operates across Europe, and you may be required to travel to Support Offices in other markets across Europe ROLE OVERVIEW As an Analyst in the Commercial team at Five Guys, you will play a critical role in supporting the business in making strategic commercial decisions supported by data analysis, forecasting, and market trend evaluation. Reporting to the Commercial Director, this position will support Five Guys by helping understand performance, supporting the development and execution new opportunities and enhancing Five Guys profitability. Your insights will directly contribute to the growth and success of Five Guys. The Analyst contributes to shaping our strategy, acting as a commercial thought partner to cross-functional teams, and driving the commercial success of the business. The successful candidate will need to have a strong sense of accountability, curiosity and ownership, and a strong growth mindset. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Data Analysis and Insights • Analyse complex data sets to identify trends, sales performance, understand past performance and help build models to predict future performance., • Develop clear reports and presentations that provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making, with regular reporting to the Executive Team.Management Information (MI) & Cross-Departmental Reporting, • Design, build, and maintain comprehensive management information (MI) packs for regular reporting to the Executive Team and other key stakeholders., • Produce accurate and timely monthly reporting on key business performance indicators across various operational and functional areas, beyond just commercial metrics., • Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Operations, Finance, Procurement, People) to understand their reporting needs and provide data-driven insights to support their strategic and operational objectives., • Ensure data integrity and consistency across all management reports, providing a single source of truth for key business metrics.Sales and Opportunities Evaluation, • Conduct in-depth sales analysis to monitor trends, identify opportunities, and evaluate performance metrics on an ongoing basis as well as campaign reviews on promotional / advertising activity and New Product Development., • Collaborate with across functions (Digital, Brand and Marketing, Property, and Strategy) to support strategies for growth., • Evaluation of NPD, Menu boards, Store Formats & Sales Channels (And other business development initiatives) and highlighting key findings, building customer a picture of customer behavior, identifying strategic opportunities, and potential risks., • Accountable for delivering the weekly trading report and insights to the Executive Team.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR, • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and distil insight into simple to communicate, actionable insights., • You will have strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills to translate complex data into actionable insights for the wider business., • Strong relationship building skills, and experience managing multiple stakeholders and the ability to build trust quickly so that you can work with credibility and at pace., • Support junior team members in best practices for data analysis and commercial planning, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment within the team.PREFERRED QAULIFICATIONS & SKILLS, • A minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial planning, forecasting, and data analysis within the food and beverage or retail sectors., • Degree or diploma in a Finance and/or Commerce/Business-related field., • Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of Multisite or Franchised business operations and unit economics., • Highly computer literate with excellent command of Excel and PowerPoint., • Business Intelligence Systems experience. Desired but not required; SQL, Looker, Power BI, Cognos etc.WORKING RELATIONSHIPS, • Line manager: Commercial Director, • Key Stakeholders: Strategy Director, Finance Director, • Other Priority Partners: Operations Directors, Procurement Team, Finance Team and the Data Team.YOUR REWARDS:, • Bonus based on business performance., • Private Healthcare (through Vitality), • Life Assurance - your family is part of our family, • Participation in a pension scheme, • 25 Days holiday + bank holidays, • Long service award

BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. These days, we're still just as much a family as we always have been. We have tons of integrity, we're enthusiastic. we're competitive and we just get it done - whatever the challenge. This role is based out of our West London Support Office and requires a minimum of 3 days per week in the office. Five Guys JV operates across Europe, and you may be required to travel to Support Offices in other markets across Europe ROLE OVERVIEW As an Analyst in the Commercial team at Five Guys, you will play a critical role in supporting the business in making strategic commercial decisions supported by data analysis, forecasting, and market trend evaluation. Reporting to the Commercial Director, this position will support Five Guys by helping understand performance, supporting the development and execution new opportunities and enhancing Five Guys profitability. Your insights will directly contribute to the growth and success of Five Guys. The Analyst contributes to shaping our strategy, acting as a commercial thought partner to cross-functional teams, and driving the commercial success of the business. The successful candidate will need to have a strong sense of accountability, curiosity and ownership, and a strong growth mindset. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Data Analysis and Insights • Analyse complex data sets to identify trends, sales performance, understand past performance and help build models to predict future performance., • Develop clear reports and presentations that provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making, with regular reporting to the Executive Team.Management Information (MI) & Cross-Departmental Reporting, • Design, build, and maintain comprehensive management information (MI) packs for regular reporting to the Executive Team and other key stakeholders., • Produce accurate and timely monthly reporting on key business performance indicators across various operational and functional areas, beyond just commercial metrics., • Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Operations, Finance, Procurement, People) to understand their reporting needs and provide data-driven insights to support their strategic and operational objectives., • Ensure data integrity and consistency across all management reports, providing a single source of truth for key business metrics.Sales and Opportunities Evaluation, • Conduct in-depth sales analysis to monitor trends, identify opportunities, and evaluate performance metrics on an ongoing basis as well as campaign reviews on promotional / advertising activity and New Product Development., • Collaborate with across functions (Digital, Brand and Marketing, Property, and Strategy) to support strategies for growth., • Evaluation of NPD, Menu boards, Store Formats & Sales Channels (And other business development initiatives) and highlighting key findings, building customer a picture of customer behavior, identifying strategic opportunities, and potential risks., • Accountable for delivering the weekly trading report and insights to the Executive Team.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR, • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and distil insight into simple to communicate, actionable insights., • You will have strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills to translate complex data into actionable insights for the wider business., • Strong relationship building skills, and experience managing multiple stakeholders and the ability to build trust quickly so that you can work with credibility and at pace., • Support junior team members in best practices for data analysis and commercial planning, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment within the team.PREFERRED QAULIFICATIONS & SKILLS, • A minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial planning, forecasting, and data analysis within the food and beverage or retail sectors., • Degree or diploma in a Finance and/or Commerce/Business-related field., • Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of Multisite or Franchised business operations and unit economics., • Highly computer literate with excellent command of Excel and PowerPoint., • Business Intelligence Systems experience. Desired but not required; SQL, Looker, Power BI, Cognos etc.WORKING RELATIONSHIPS, • Line manager: Commercial Director, • Key Stakeholders: Strategy Director, Finance Director, • Other Priority Partners: Operations Directors, Procurement Team, Finance Team and the Data Team.YOUR REWARDS:, • Bonus based on business performance., • Private Healthcare (through Vitality), • Life Assurance - your family is part of our family, • Participation in a pension scheme, • 25 Days holiday + bank holidays, • Long service award

BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. These days, we're still just as much a family as we always have been. We have tons of integrity, we're enthusiastic. we're competitive and we just get it done - whatever the challenge. We're on the lookout for a Delivery Commercial Manager to take the lead on our delivery partnerships with platforms like Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat. You'll be the key link between our delivery partners and our internal teams - from Commercial and Brand to Operations, IT, and Finance, helping us unlock growth in our £100m+ delivery business across the UK and beyond. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Strategic Partnership Management • Own and execute Joint Business Plans with major delivery platforms., • Lead commercial negotiations and contract renewals with DSPs., • Build strong, long-term relationships to secure preferred partner status and unlock co-marketing opportunities.Promotional Planning & Performance, • Deliver a strategic annual promotional calendar, aligned to business and brand goals., • Manage the delivery advertising budget, optimising campaign setup, execution, and ROI., • Track and analyse performance to inform future activity and drive customer acquisition.Insights & Commercial Impact, • Use data to run scenario models, track campaign performance, and provide actionable insights., • Support key commercial decisions through analysis and forecasting.Cross-Functional Collaboration, • Partner with internal teams across Operations, Brand, Finance, and Tech to solve challenges and deliver strategic initiatives., • Help implement new systems and improve delivery-related tech in collaboration with our Technical Programme Manager.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR, • Proven experience in a commercial, partnerships, or trade marketing role - ideally within food, retail, or tech., • Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, particularly with third-party platforms., • Highly analytical mindset with experience in financial modelling and campaign performance analysis., • A track record of managing Joint Business Plans or annual promotional calendars., • Comfortable leading cross-functional projects with diverse stakeholders., • Bonus: Understanding of delivery tech platforms and order fulfilment operations.YOUR REWARDS:, • Bonus based on business performance., • Private Healthcare (through Vitality), • Life Assurance - your family is part of our family, • Participation in a pension scheme, • 25 Days holiday + bank holidays, • Long service award Reports to: Commercial Director Location: UK, London Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days in the office.

IT Infrastructure Project Manager - Structured Cabling Location: Hounslow, London, UK Contract: Initial 6 months + Rate: INSIDE IR35 Contract Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Infrastructure Project Manager. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex Telco/Cabling infrastructure projects within an Airport environments or similar infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on the connectivity and cabling systems. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the planning and implementation of project management strategies in a high-stakes airport environment., • Oversee the installation and maintenance of optical cabling systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations., • Collaborate with suppliers and manage contracts effectively, with a focus on delivering high-quality results within budget and timelines., • Ensure adherence to CDM 2025 regulations and NEC contracts, maintaining a safe and compliant work environment., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of innovation within the project management team. Experience: • Previous experience working at an Airport or Rail, • In-depth knowledge of Civil & Infrastructure projects, emphasis on structured cabling., • Familiarity with transport network operations and the integration of advanced technology solutions., • Experienced in building services, i.e retail outlets, • Strong background in supplier management, with the ability to negotiate and maintain productive relationships., • Comprehensive understanding of CDM 2025 regulations contract management, • NEC3/NEC4 Contract Management Experience Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, or a related field., • CDM 2015, • Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)., • Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a senior role. Personal Attributes: • Exceptional leadership and communication skills., • Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities., • Highly organized with a keen attention to detail., • Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

About Us Tanpopo Japanese Food is a well-established and growing food manufacturing business based in Feltham, specialising in authentic Japanese cuisine for over 25 years. As we continue to expand, we are looking for an ambitious and proactive Purchasing Manager with experience in a fast-paced SME environment to join our friendly and dynamic team. THIS IS A STANDALONE POSITION Role Summary As Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for the full sourcing life cycle of food and non-food items across our business. You’ll manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and pricing, monitor stock levels and support strategic planning, all while ensuring our product quality and food safety standards remain uncompromised. The ideal candidate will be constantly striving for cost reduction and maintaining operational efficiency. This is a hands-on role that requires excellent communication, attention to detail and the ability to work cross-functionally across departments. Key Responsibilities Supplier & Product Management • Implement sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships to ensure reliability, quality and cost competitiveness., • Negotiate contracts and service levels to maintain strong supplier performance, • Ensure all products meet Tanpopo’s high technical and quality requirements., • Lead product planning and development whilst collaborating with Production, MD and Technical to fulfil all procurement needs Procurement & Logistics • Oversee procurement of both food and non-food items (e.g. packaging, kitchen equipment), • Openly discuss new ingredients, ideas and products, whilst managing the full sourcing lifecycle. Cost Control & Analysis · Collaborate with Quality/Technical teams to ensure product specifications meet operational, legal and customer requirements. • Monitor market pricing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities, • Analyse procurement data to inform recipe costing and margin protection, • Support budgeting and financial forecasting processes with monthly spend reports and quarterly purchasing presentations., • Provide updates to key stakeholders, ensuring alignment and responsiveness across departments. Stock & Inventory Management • Maintain stock availability through effective inventory control and supplier planning with the warehouse supervisor and order accordingly., • Monitor all inbound deliveries to ensure SLA’s are maintained., • Support teams with weekly stock takes and delivery accuracy checks Quality Assurance & Compliance • Ensure product specifications, labelling and traceability documents are accurate and available to the Technical department. Forecasting & Planning • Use historical data, market trends and business plans to forecast procurement needs, • Support the team with ensuring no components are out of stock or over ordered., • Implement ingredients which drive operational efficiency with the Head of Production. Candidate Requirements Essential: • Ideally 5 years of proven experience in a food purchasing role (ideally in chilled/FMCG environment), • Experience working with Japanese or Asian food suppliers, • Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills, • Solid understanding of import procedures, food safety and stock management, • Data-driven with strong Excel and reporting skills, • Excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills, • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Desirable: • Familiarity with inventory systems, • CIPS qualification or similar Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Feltham, Middlesex Salary: £40,000-£45,000 Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Reports to: Managing Director

We're Hiring: Senior Research Manager. Are you passionate about the intersection of research, policy, and impact? Do you thrive in environments where strategic thinking meets collaboration and execution? We're looking for a Senior Research Manager to be the bridge between our researchers, funders, and health policy makers. Job Description Reporting to a Programme Lead, and working closely with the Assistant Director of Research Infrastructure, and the Department for Health and Social Care, the postholder will lead the planning and delivery of all activities for their portfolio of research infrastructure schemes. This will include the development of the strategic direction for future funding competitions; leading on the delivery of funding competitions and the management of awards; and working with internal and external stakeholders to capture impact, promote collaborative working and other priority areas relevant to your schemes portfolio. Key Accountabilities: • Developing the strategic direction for existing funding schemes, • Lead the process of commissioning research, • Development of new funding calls, • Stakeholder engagement, • Contract monitoring and annual reporting, • Line management About You Required Criteria • A PhD degree (or equivalent) in biomedical or health sciences research, • Substantial relevant work experience, preferably including the delivery of research funding allocation processes, • The ability to demonstrate an interest in the strategic issues in health and care research funding and policy Desired Criteria: • Line management and staff development experience. Salary & Benefits £48,600 to £51,300 per year Bonus - subject to company performance 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays (UK) Enhanced contributory pension scheme Life Insurance Benenden Healthcare Season Ticket Loan NB: This is an office based, hybrid role, with an expectation for all employees to attend our offices in Twickenham worked as one day per week, and may increase, subject to team requirements. NB:Closing date for applications is 5pm 8th September interviews to be scheduled from the 15th September. Application Process If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and believe you possess the relevant skills and background, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a 'Statement of Suitability' that showcases your key skills and experiences in relation to the 'Required Criteria' outlined in the job description. Additionally, share your enthusiasm for working with the NIHR.

Our client based in West Drayton is looking for an Amazon Specialist – Growth-Focused Marketplace Manager to join their team. Our client is a fast-growing, UK-based business specialising in licensed children’s products, distributed primarily through retail partners. With a strong foothold in physical retail, we are now investing in growing our Amazon division into a major direct-to-consumer (D2C) revenue channel. This is a key strategic role for someone who thrives in building and scaling e-commerce marketplaces from the ground up. Amazon Platforms: Vendor Central & Seller Central Role Overview: Our client is looking for an experienced and commercially driven Amazon Specialist to lead our marketplace expansion, with a strong emphasis on building, optimising, and scaling our Amazon UK and international presence (Vendor and Seller Central). You will be given full ownership of our Amazon strategy—from content to advertising to fulfilment—and will play a critical role in transforming a small Amazon operation into a core part of our growth strategy. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and execute a comprehensive Amazon strategy across Vendor Central and Seller Central., • Launch and scale D2C Amazon operations in the UK, and expand into Europe and the US where appropriate., • Manage PPC campaigns across Amazon Advertising and external platforms (Google Shopping, Meta Ads) to maximise ROI and brand reach., • Lead all aspects of marketplace operations including SEO-optimised product listings, A+ content, fulfilment coordination (FBA & 3PL), pricing strategy, and promotional planning., • Own and manage advertising budgets, with accountability for ROAS and revenue targets., • Analyse data to drive decisions on inventory planning, campaign performance, and new product opportunities., • Collaborate with design, logistics, and licensing teams to ensure product availability, compliance, and brand alignment., • Stay ahead of Amazon’s evolving algorithms, tools, and best practices to maintain a competitive edge., • Build and mentor a future e-commerce team as the Amazon channel grows. What they are looking for: • Proven success launching and scaling Amazon marketplaces (Vendor/Seller) with a track record of 20%+ YoY growth., • Deep understanding of Amazon’s ecosystem, including PPC, SEO, Buy Box dynamics, listing optimisation, A/B testing, and inventory planning., • Highly data-driven and results-focused, with experience managing six-figure advertising budgets and delivering strong ROAS., • Experience working with or leading cross-functional and international teams, including marketing, logistics, and content., • Familiarity with tools like Helium 10, Jungle Scout, Amazon Brand Analytics, and external paid media platforms (Google, Meta)., • Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced, high-trust environment with a clear commercial focus., • Bonus: Experience in licensed consumer goods or children’s products. Qualifications & Certifications (Preferred but not required): • Google Analytics, Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Display) certifications, • Proven knowledge of D2C growth strategies across multiple international marketplaces, • Degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience

Your new company Hays are pleased to have partnered with the London Borough of Ealing to recruit a Career Grade Planning Officer to join the team. The London Borough of Ealing recently celebrated ranking Platinum by the Planning Magazine for the decision-making service, putting them in the top 12 Authorities across the country. The council's platinum rating means it performed on average between 33-35% above the national quality threshold, meaning it was rated as the top London borough and placing it amongst the top performers in the country. The Planning team is a very stable department with the entire service being permanently employed by the Council, meaning the team acts well together to deliver a quality level of service to applicants. At Ealing, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Join a team renowned for high performance and innovative practices and contribute to a vibrant borough rich in culture and opportunity. This is an exciting time to join the council, with our Local Plan at Regulation 19 stage, and you will play a key role in ensuring its successful delivery. Your new role We are currently recruiting for a Career Grade Planning Officer to join the Development Management team, working on a mixed case load of projects including minors and some major strategic projects. You will be tasked with managing a diverse caseload of planning applications for complex householders, single dwellings, and some small commercial schemes. You will also assess planning merits, interpret development plans, and prepare clear, well-written reports recommending approval or refusal, provide expert planning advice, handle planning applications, and contribute to planning policy and transport strategies. You will help shape the London Borough of Ealing's future through innovative and community-focused planning, advising stakeholders on proposals and processes, handle appeals, draft high-standard decision notices, and provide expert guidance. Ideally, you will continue to be part of a team that values growth, collaboration, and excellence to deliver high-quality, client-focused outcomes for stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed You will be qualified with a degree accredited by the RTPI or RICS in Town and Country Planning or equivalent. You will need to have experience in Development Management, including assessing planning applications across both residential and commercial areas. You must be confident writing appeal statements and providing practical advice on development proposals, being able to explain complex planning issues to a range of stakeholders. You will need to demonstrate a passion for creating sustainable and vibrant spaces that benefit the wider community. What you'll get in return The service offers flexible hybrid working with one core day in the office and flexible working around that. The salary banding has recently been benchmarked and now ranges from £35500 to £39276 plus public sector pension and holiday days. The Principals and Team Leaders in the service were all promoted internally, so career progression is high on the agenda within the Borough, and they pride themselves on developing staff. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ben Styles on 02072598760. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Client: A leading MEP Contractor who specialise in the Data Centre industry, with over 100 years experience. Currently delivering two data centres in the Hayes area. They require a lead Mechanical Commissioning Manager. Description: To provide strategic and tactical mechanical commissioning management support to the project team for the engineering process of a project primarily on commercial and critical environment projects. Focusing on quality in all aspects of commissioning management, including: planning, programming, reporting, collaborative working and witnessing. General Duties: As a Commissioning Manager, you will manage and drive the commissioning process and lead the on-site functional testing. To succeed in this role, it is important that you have experience in technical buildings, good communication, and people skills and resourceful Responsibilities: • Manage the commissioning process with the contractors and professional teams ensuring that effective communication takes place within the wider project management team. Manage the proper compliance of the project process at each stage., • Perform commissionability and design reviews., • Implement and manage quality assurance (QA) and quality controls (QC) procedures with respect to all aspects of the commissioning process., • Issue weekly commissioning report., • Write, compile and provide technical input to the formal change control processes., • Ensure that regular reviews of construction against the approved design take place and any mitigation/recovery plans are implemented., • Manage, coordinate, review and input to the commissioning procedures and review commissioning RAMS prior to commissioning activities.

Applications Support Manager (North London On-SIte) We’re working with a leading UK private higher education provider with campuses in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds, as well as international sites. They deliver vocational, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes in partnership with UK universities, with a strong focus on widening access to education, supporting diverse learners, and promoting employability through flexible learning and industry-aligned courses. They’re looking for an Applications Support Manager who will be responsible for managing and supporting a portfolio of business applications and technology solutions. This includes oversight of the architecture, support, maintenance, deployment, and enhancement of commercial software applications, with a particular focus on core system software and related integrations in an MS Azure cloud environment. The role also involves planning and overseeing technical development delivered by internal teams and external vendors, ensuring alignment with business objectives. The post-holder will act as the primary point of contact for internal business stakeholders and vendor partners. Responsibilities • Manage the activities of direct reports in application maintenance and development for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications (e.g., Thesis, Zoho, Moodle, EventMAP) and integrations with MS Azure cloud-based systems., • Work with business and IT stakeholders to plan, prioritise, and schedule application enhancement requests, providing guidance to the applications development team., • Take accountability for the availability and performance of the application portfolio, including incident management and release processes., • Maintain stakeholder satisfaction through quality delivery and effective change management., • Communicate defect status to management at various levels., • Partner with technical leaders to ensure proposed solutions align with information, technology, infrastructure, business, and security architectures., • Oversee adherence to technical standards, including reviews of specifications and application code., • Manage relationships with vendors, consultants, IT teams, and internal stakeholders., • Stay engaged with hands-on technical work while also leading the team. Essential Skills & Experience • Degree or equivalent qualification, or significant relevant work experience in a similar role., • Expertise in business process analysis, requirements gathering, solution design, vendor management, enterprise application support (ERP/CRM), and a strong understanding of the student lifecycle., • Experience working with ERP environments; knowledge of Thesis SM is advantageous., • Previous experience in a management or supervisory capacity within an application delivery team., • Strong communication and presentation skills., • Demonstrated project and team management abilities. Key Result Areas • Develop and execute the strategic plan for enterprise applications., • Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and availability of enterprise applications., • Minimise downtime and end-user issues., • Maintain effective relationships with application vendors and internal stakeholders. Additional Information • The Applications Support Manager is expected to:, • Demonstrate commitment to organisational values and regulations, including equal opportunities., • Support social, economic, and environmental responsibilities, including minimising environmental impact in the role., • Contribute to maintaining a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, and visitors.

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