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Associate Partner – Planning & Development \n \n About the Company \n Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and unlock opportunities. \n \n Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. \n \n Here, you'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. We're large enough to offer a diverse range of projects and career opportunities, yet small enough to give you genuine autonomy, visibility and influence. \n This is a senior opportunity for an experienced planning professional who is ready to take the next step in their career. \n \n As Associate Partner within the Planning and Development team in Kettering, you will play a central role in growing Berrys' planning capability across Northamptonshire. You will combine high-quality planning consultancy with client development, commercial responsibility and increasing leadership of the service line. \n \n The role is ideally suited to someone already operating at Associate Director, Director or equivalent level who wants greater autonomy, a stronger commercial platform and a genuine route towards Partnership. \n \n Berrys already has the client relationships, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary expertise in place. The opportunity is to use that platform to develop your own market presence, originate work and progressively take greater ownership of the planning and development offering. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Play a leading role in developing the planning and development service line in Kettering\n, • Build and manage a strong pipeline of instructions from landowners, developers, promoters and investors across Northamptonshire\n, • Deliver high-quality planning consultancy across residential, commercial, mixed-use, rural and strategic land projects\n, • Provide strategic planning advice and lead on pre-application engagement, planning applications, appeals and post-planning work\n, • Manage key client relationships and develop trusted, long-term advisory relationships\n, • Identify and convert new business opportunities, including cross-referrals from existing Berrys clients\n, • Work closely with colleagues across architecture, building surveying, valuation, land agency and land promotion to provide a joined-up development offering\n, • Build your profile within the Northamptonshire property and development market through networking, relationship development and wider business development activity\n, • Support the development and mentoring of more junior members of the planning team\n, • Contribute to the commercial performance and strategic direction of the Kettering office\n, • Take increasing responsibility for the planning and development service as your role develops\n, • Work towards a clear progression route into Partnership based on performance, commercial contribution and leadership\n\n \n Candidate Profile \n We are looking for an experienced, commercially minded planning professional who is ready for greater responsibility and long-term progression. \n \n You are likely to offer: \n\n • MRTPI and/or MRICS qualification with significant post-qualification experience\n, • A strong background within planning, development consultancy or a closely related multi-disciplinary environment\n, • Broad planning knowledge across a range of sectors and development types\n, • Experience managing planning applications and providing strategic advice to clients\n, • Strong client relationship skills and the credibility to operate with landowners, developers, agents, local authorities and professional teams\n, • Commercial awareness and an understanding of how planning consultancy work is generated, developed and converted\n, • Evidence of business development activity, whether through winning your own instructions, developing existing client relationships or contributing to wider business generation\n, • An appetite to become increasingly involved in business development and commercial leadership\n, • The ambition to build your own market profile and take greater ownership of a service line\n, • Experience of, or an appetite to embrace, a multi-disciplinary practice environment\n, • The ability to mentor and support less experienced colleagues\n, • A genuine desire to progress towards Partnership\n, • A full, clean UK driving licence\n\n \n You do not necessarily need to arrive with an established team or a substantial personal client book. More important is that you can demonstrate strong technical credibility, commercial instincts and the ambition to develop into a senior leader within the business. \n \n Why Berrys? \n\n • A genuine senior appointment with the autonomy to influence how the planning and development offering grows\n, • A clear and credible route from Associate Partner into Partnership\n, • Immediate access to an established client base and strong regional reputation\n, • Significant opportunities to generate work through existing Berrys relationships and cross-referrals\n, • The ability to work alongside specialists across planning, architecture, valuation, surveying and land promotion\n, • The opportunity to develop your own market profile without having to build a platform from scratch\n, • A collaborative and relatively flat structure where senior people have genuine influence\n, • Exposure to a broad range of development, property and strategic land work\n, • 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working and a comprehensive benefits package\n\n \n This position is being managed exclusively by Joshua Robert Recruitment on behalf of Berrys. All applications and enquiries will be directed to Joshua Robert Recruitment. \n \n By applying for this role, you consent to Joshua Robert Recruitment holding and processing your personal data in accordance with their privacy policy. Your details will not be passed to any third party without your prior consent.

About the Company \n Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and unlock opportunities. \n \n Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. \n \n Here, you'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. We're large enough to offer a diverse range of projects and career opportunities, yet small enough to give you real autonomy. We offer the chance to build meaningful relationships and the space to grow your skills. \n \n This is a leadership position. The incoming Planning and Development Lead will take ownership of building and scaling a full-service development offering at Berrys, using the firm's established client base, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary platform as a springboard for growth. \n \n The role sits at the partner level and will be treated as such. Berrys is looking for a leader, not just a deliverer, and expects the right person to shape planning and development in Kettering for years to come. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Take autonomous ownership of the planning and development service line in Kettering, setting its direction and driving its growth\n, • Build and manage a strong pipeline of instructions from landowners, developers, promoters and investors across Northamptonshire\n, • Deliver technical planning consultancy across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land\n, • Provide strategic planning advice and lead on pre-application engagement, planning applications, appeals and post-planning work\n, • Draw on and coordinate the wider Berrys team across architecture, building surveying, valuation and land promotion to deliver a joined-up, full-service offering\n, • Identify and convert new business opportunities, including cross-referrals from existing Berrys clients across the practice\n, • Build a strong personal presence and profile for Berrys in the Northamptonshire market through networking and business development activity\n, • Grow the team over time, with the ability to recruit and develop people around you as the offering scales\n, • Contribute to the commercial direction and strategic planning of the wider business alongside the Berrys leadership team\n\n \n Candidate Profile \n An experienced and commercially driven planning professional, ready to operate at a senior or partner level: \n \n\n • MRTPI / MRICS qualified, with significant post-qualification experience in a planning or development consultancy environment\n, • Broad planning knowledge across multiple sectors, with an understanding of the wider development process\n, • Strong commercial judgement and an ability to identify and convert business opportunities\n, • Confident and credible at a senior level, comfortable engaging with clients, agents, local authorities and wider stakeholders\n, • An appetite for business development that goes beyond duty — someone who finds it genuinely energising\n, • Experience of, or an appetite to embrace, a multi-disciplinary practice environment and the opportunities it creates for clients\n, • Motivated by long-term ownership and progression, including a genuine interest in partnership\n, • A full, clean UK driving licence\n\n \n Why Berrys? \n\n • Real autonomy to lead and build a full-service development offering from a position of strength\n, • Immediate access to an established client base and a strong regional reputation\n, • The Berrys multi-disciplinary platform is a genuine competitive advantage for clients\n, • A collaborative, flat structure where senior people have genuine influence from day one\n, • A clear long-term pathway, with partnership a genuine possibility for the right individual\n, • 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working, and a comprehensive benefits package\n\n \n This position is being managed exclusively by Joshua Robert Recruitment on behalf of Berrys. All applications and enquiries will be directed to Joshua Robert Recruitment. \n \n By applying for this role, you consent to Joshua Robert Recruitment holding and processing your personal data in accordance with their privacy policy. Your details will not be passed to any third party without your prior consent. \n

Location: Hybrid - Cardiff office 3/4 days per week Salary: Competitive (DoE) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave, Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Astutis (part of Wilmington plc) are looking for a credible HSE expert who can bring both technical authority and commercial awareness to the role. You ll be someone who s confident influencing at a senior level, passionate about quality and innovation, and motivated by the opportunity to shape the future of learning and service delivery. If you enjoy leading from the front, developing people and solutions, and making a tangible impact across a growing, ambitious organisation, we d love to hear from you! At Wilmington plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. As our Head of Training and Service Delivery, you'll be Astusis most senior authority on health, safety and environmental (HSE) expertise, qualifications and compliance. You ll lead Astusis' technical direction, ensuring all learning products, consultancy outputs and assessments meet the standards set by global awarding bodies, like NEBOSH, IOSH, ISEP and other accreditation bodies. • Acting as the senior technical authority for NEBOSH, IOSH and IEMA programmes., • Leading the quality assurance of all learning materials, including content, assessments, marking schemes, tutor guidance and digital resources., • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key awarding bodies and regulators, including NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA and BOHS., • Driving Astutis response to regulatory and industry developments (e.g. HSE updates, ISO 45001 changes, emerging best practice)., • Ensuring all assessment, examination and internal quality processes meet accreditation standards and are fully audit-ready., • Providing expert leadership to technical, consultancy and quality teams, supporting capability development and high performance., • Supporting product innovation, including the development of new courses, CPD modules and blended or digital-first learning solutions., • Representing Astutis at industry forums, professional networks, panels and qualification review boards., • Overseeing the delivery of bespoke and high-value client projects, including project management and stakeholder engagement., • Acting as the escalation point for complex technical queries, disputes and client challenges., • Supporting internal and external audits (e.g. NEBOSH, ISO 9001, ISO 45001), ensuring compliance and continuous improvement., • Monitoring industry trends, legislation and emerging risks to maintain Astutis position as a market leader., • Acting as a mentor and trusted advisor to colleagues across the business, including tutors, assessors and account managers., • Driving commercial performance through effective resource planning, technical efficiency and quality-led cost management., • Contributing to budgeting and supporting the achievement of strategic business objectives., • Providing training delivery support where required to ensure continuity of service. You ll be shaping the technical direction of a leading HSE provider - setting standards, influencing industry practice and driving innovation across training and consultancy. It s a varied, high-impact role where your expertise will be visible, valued and genuinely make a difference. You ll be the go-to expert, balancing technical excellence with commercial and operational demands. From audits and accreditations to complex client challenges, it s a fast-paced, high-accountability role that requires strong judgement and resilience. To be successful in this role, you must have: • Commerciality with a focus on client solutions enablement., • Extensive experience in health and safety leadership roles, ideally within NEBOSH-accredited training centres or consultancy environments., • In-depth technical understanding of NEBOSH Diploma syllabi, marking criteria, assessment methodologies and examiner expectations., • Strong working knowledge of IOSH, ISEP, BOHS and other awarding-body frameworks., • Deep understanding of global HSE legislation, risk management principles, accident investigation, control strategies and safety management systems., • Experience managing technical, consultancy or quality teams in a regulated training or HSE organisation., • Proven experience delivering or overseeing high-stakes assessments, quality assurance and accredited programmes., • Exceptional ability to interpret standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 9001) and apply them across training and consultancy outputs., • Chartered status (CMIOSH, CEnv, FIIRSM, etc.). To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Experience serving as a NEBOSH examiner, IOSH reviewer or EQA auditor., • Experience leading digital transformation in HSE learning or assessment environments., • Experience engaging with senior clients across high-risk industries (construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, transport). We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. Astutis is a market leader in workplace health, safety, and environmental training, helping organisations create safer, healthier work environments. As part of Wilmington plc, we are committed to delivering high-quality courses and outstanding customer service. At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are currently representing a well-established, award-winning architectural practice that is seeking a talented Project Architect to join their growing Kettering office. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an exciting period of growth following the recent expansion of a few other strategic offices. This role would suit an Architect with around 5+ years' experience within practice who is looking to take ownership of projects whilst remaining hands-on with project delivery. The successful Architect will lead projects across all RIBA Stages, working closely with clients and consultants whilst producing high-quality technical information using Revit. The practice works across a diverse range of sectors including Education, Commercial, Student Accommodation, Heritage and Cultural projects. Current projects include new schools, student accommodation developments, commercial-led mixed-use schemes and work within the museum sector. Project values are typically £10m+. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative practice that prides itself on developing its staff, offering clear progression opportunities and the chance to work on technically challenging, design-led projects. Project Architect Job Overview • Lead architectural projects through all RIBA Stages from inception to completion, • Manage the day-to-day delivery of projects, ensuring quality, programme and client expectations are achieved, • Produce planning, tender and construction drawing packages including drawings, schedules and specifications, • Prepare technical detailing and construction information using Revit, • Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, local authorities and Building Control, • Coordinate internal project teams and external consultants, • Attend client meetings and site visits throughout project delivery, • Work on projects across the Education, Commercial, Student Accommodation, Heritage and Residential sectors, • Take responsibility for project delivery whilst remaining hands-on with production work Project Architect Job Requirements • ARB Registered Architect, • Approximately 5+ years' experience working within an architectural practice (this can be inclusive of Part II experience), • Proven experience leading projects across all RIBA Stages, • Strong technical detailing and construction knowledge, • Excellent client-facing and communication skills, • Good knowledge of Revit, • Experience working on medium to large-scale projects, typically £10m+, • Ability to manage projects independently whilst working collaboratively within a team, • Experience across a variety of sectors such as Education, Commercial, Student Accommodation, Cultural, Heritage or Residential would be advantageous, • Live within a commutable distance of Kettering Project Architect Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary of £38,000 - £45,000 DOE, • Clear progression opportunities within a growing national practice, • Exposure to a varied portfolio of large-scale projects, • Flexible / hybrid working policy, • Agile working hours, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Friendly, collaborative and inclusive working environment, • Regular social events and company functions, • Employee rewards and incentive schemes, • Company benefits to be discussed at interview Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. JBRP1_UKTJ

Operations Director – Infrastructure Gateway Ltd A rare opportunity to lead transformational growth in a fast-scaling utilities business Infrastructure Gateway Ltd (IGL) is entering a period of significant expansion, and we’re looking for a visionary Operations Director to lead our operational strategy, drive innovation, and elevate our delivery capability as we scale. If you’re an experienced operational leader from utilities or a similarly regulated infrastructure environment, and you thrive in high-growth, transformational settings, this is a pivotal leadership role with the influence and scope to shape the next chapter of our business. As Operations Director, you will hold executive accountability for the operational strategy and end-to-end delivery of all multi-utility activities across our extensive and complex project portfolio. Reporting to the COO, you will lead teams responsible for planning, construction, commissioning, records, compliance and NRSWA noticing, ensuring safe, high-quality and commercially successful outcomes for more than 350 live projects. You will: • Lead, champion and continuously improve our safety-first culture., • Shape and deliver operational strategy, driving transformation and digitalisation., • Strengthen resilience through robust continuity planning and sustainability initiatives., • Drive operational excellence across water production, treatment, distribution and multi-utility delivery., • Work closely with accrediting bodies, adopting utilities, regulators and key stakeholders., • Deliver financial performance through efficiency, cost control and strong commercial governance., • Build, lead and develop high-performing teams and future leaders., • Present operational performance and KPIs to the Board. This is both a strategic and hands‑on role: perfect for a leader who can set vision, influence at Executive level and still engage deeply with delivery teams to ensure performance on the ground. About Infrastructure Gateway Ltd Infrastructure Gateway Ltd is a dynamic and ambitious multi-utility provider delivering high-quality, safe and compliant services across the UK. As part of South Staffordshire PLC, we benefit from the strength, stability and long-term vision of a wider group that includes leading water and infrastructure businesses. This gives IGL significant opportunities for growth, cross-group collaboration and access to broader capabilities, expertise and investment. Our focus is on delivering operational excellence, embracing digital transformation, investing in sustainability, and developing our people as we prepare for the next stage of expansion. The Operations Director will play a central part in shaping and realising this future. We’re looking for a strategic, influential and delivery-focused leader with: • Extensive senior operational leadership experience within utilities, water or a similarly regulated infrastructure environment (multi-utility experience is helpful but not essential)., • Proven capability in leading large teams and complex operational portfolios., • Strong commercial and financial acumen, including contract management and cost‑efficiency delivery., • A track record of driving transformation, innovation and continuous improvement., • Sound understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements and experience engaging with industry bodies., • An inspirational leadership style, capable of driving accountability, performance and engagement., • Degree-calibre education (Engineering, Operations, Management or similar), with chartership an advantage., • Commitment to safety, sustainability and operational excellence. Above all, we’re looking for a future-focused leader who can guide a fast-growing business through its next phase. • Performance bonus, • Pension, • Private medical insurance, • Executive-level influence to shape business strategy and performance, • Significant opportunities for career progression within a wider Group, • The chance to lead major transformation in a business with strong growth ambitions If you’re ready to lead at pace, drive transformation, and build a high-performance operational function in a rapidly expanding utilities business, we’d welcome a conversation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Head of Chemistry – 12 Month FTC Maternity Cover Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: DOE Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract – Maternity Cover Reference: 41/26 Interaction Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and commercially minded Head of Chemistry to lead a well-established Chemistry Department in Kettering. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual who can combine strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness, team leadership and business development experience. The Role You will provide strategic and operational leadership across a Chemistry Department of approximately 20 multiskilled technicians, technologists and support staff. You will work closely with the Laboratory Manager and Team Leader, providing direction, support and inspiration to the wider team. Key responsibilities will include: • Lead, motivate and develop the Chemistry team, creating a positive and high-performing culture., • Drive business generation to maintain and increase departmental market share., • Develop and deliver coordinated sales, marketing and business development plans., • Work with external marketing partners to support departmental growth., • Ensure the department continues to provide high-quality technical information, support and guidance to clients., • Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency., • Represent the organisation with external contacts, including industry leaders, members, non-members, government bodies and NGOs., • Maintain an appropriate UKAS scope and identify opportunities for extension where required., • Ensure departmental Quality Management Systems and documentation remain current and compliant., • Maintain high standards of health and safety across the department., • Support international operations where required, including collaboration with overseas teams., • Contribute to strategic planning and the future development of the department. About You The successful candidate will ideally have: • Proven experience of leading, inspiring and motivating a technical team., • Demonstrable success in business development and commercial growth., • Experience of working within budgetary requirements., • Strong understanding of, and empathy with, the industries and sectors served by the organisation., • The ability to build relationships and network confidently with senior industry figures internationally., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport at all levels., • An approachable, diplomatic, compassionate and inspirational leadership style., • Strong delegation and organisational skills., • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively., • The ability to strategically plan and drive departmental development., • A willingness and ability to travel when required. Desirable: • A recognised leadership qualification., • Previous international travel experience. Benefits The role includes an attractive benefits package, including: • 25–28 days' annual leave, dependent on length of service, • Life assurance, • Group personal pension plan, • Income protection, • Free on-site parking Application Process Applicants are asked to include salary expectations when applying. Closing date: 4th September 2026 First-stage interviews: 14th September 2026 – via Microsoft Teams Second-stage interviews: 18th September 2026 – in person If you are an experienced Chemistry leader with a strong commercial mindset and are looking for a senior fixed-term opportunity where you can make a real impact, Interaction Recruitment would be keen to hear from you. Apply today! INDKTT JBRP1_UKTJ

Berrys in Kettering seeks a Planning and Development Lead to own and scale a full-service development offering.The role sits at partner level, combining strategic leadership with hands-on delivery across planning, development and client engagement.You will build a strong pipeline, coordinate multidi

Location: Thrapston, North Northamptonshire Hybrid Rate: £75 per hour Umbrella Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: 3 months initially, with potential extension Start: 7 September 2026 Working Hours: 9:00am5:30pm Onsite: Minimum 3 days per week, including site visits DVLA Check: Required ### The Role We are recruiting an experienced Building Control Interim Lead to take operational and strategic responsibility for a Building Control service within a large public-sector organisation. This is a senior leadership assignment with responsibility for Building Control Surveying, Technical and Business Support , ensuring statutory compliance while driving performance, transformation and service improvement. The successful candidate will provide professional leadership on Building Control and Building Safety , oversee compliance with Building Safety Regulator requirements and lead implementation of the Building Safety Levy . ### Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Building Control service and associated teams. Provide senior professional advice on Building Control and Building Safety. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and BSR quality assurance standards . Lead implementation of the Building Safety Levy . Develop strategies to increase the service's market share and income. Lead service transformation, organisational change and digital improvement. Manage performance, risk, health & safety and business continuity. Take responsibility for budgets, forecasting, financial performance and targets. Lead procurement, contract management and relationships with consultants and contractors. Develop and motivate high-performing Building Control teams. Work with senior leadership, elected members and internal and external stakeholders. ### Essential Requirements Candidates must have: A relevant professional degree, diploma or equivalent in Building Studies, Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Control, Building Surveying or a related discipline. Registration as a Building Inspector with the Building Safety Regulator at an appropriate level . Membership of an appropriate professional body and/or relevant management qualification, such as RICS, CIOB, CABE, ICE, IStructE, CMI or ILM . Extensive senior-level experience managing Building Control and/or Building Surveying services . Strong understanding of local government/public-sector environments . Strong contract and project management experience. Experience leading cultural and organisational change and developing high-performing teams. Excellent business and service-planning experience. The successful candidate will also need excellent leadership, negotiation, stakeholder-management, commercial, performance and financial-management skills and must be able to travel throughout the area. ### Working Arrangements The role is based from Thrapston with hybrid working available. Candidates must be able to attend the office and undertake visits across North Northamptonshire for a minimum of three days per week . £75 per hour Umbrella | 37 hours | Initial 3-month contract | Potential extension This is a genuinely senior interim appointment, so I would advertise it as Building Control Interim Lead rather than Building Control Manager. The BSR registration requirement is particularly important and should stay prominent in the advert it will help filter out general building surveyors who aren't suitable. TPBN1_UKTJ

COMMERCIAL MANAGER Location: Thrapston, Northamptonshire Working pattern: Office-based, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Reports to: Regional Director Direct reports: One team member ABOUT SAICA PACK Select Talent Group is partnering with Saica Pack to appoint a Commercial Manager for its manufacturing facility in Thrapston. Saica Pack is part of the Saica Group, one of Europe’s leading businesses in sustainable paper, corrugated packaging and waste management. The Thrapston plant is a high-volume manufacturing operation supplying corrugated packaging solutions across the food, consumer, retail and industrial markets. THE OPPORTUNITY The Commercial Manager is an internally facing role responsible for the commercial analysis and creation of accurate pricing and costings for customer specifications and tenders. Working directly with the Regional Director, the Commercial Manager will also maintain close relationships with the Regional Sales Director and FSM. The position manages one team member and is an active member of the Regional Management Team. This role requires someone who understands the importance of developing a complete and commercially informed costing rather than simply arriving at a price. While strong numerical and analytical capabilities are essential, successful costing also requires judgement, commercial awareness and an appreciation of the wider factors influencing the business and its customers. Approximately 75% of the role will focus on working in the business and delivering day-to-day commercial outputs, with 25% focused on improving the business through strategic planning, analysis and longer-term development. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Produce commercial analysis, pricing and detailed costings for customer specifications, tenders and business opportunities. Ensure costings reflect materials, manufacturing processes, operational requirements, commercial risk and expected returns. Create, maintain and regularly review regional costing tables. Work closely with the Regional Director, Regional Sales Director and FSM to support effective commercial decisions. Gather and interpret information from sales, manufacturing, finance and other internal functions. Manage and develop one team member, setting clear priorities and ensuring the timely delivery of results. Use SAP-based systems, CRM platforms and Excel to analyse information and maintain accurate commercial records. Manage fluctuating workloads and deliver accurate outputs within tight timescales. Contribute actively as a member of the Regional Management Team. Play an active role in regional strategic planning and continuous improvement. Consider economic conditions, market trends and other external influences when developing costings and recommendations. Apply strategic tools such as Porter’s Five Forces and PESTEL where appropriate. ABOUT YOU You will be a highly analytical and commercially aware professional with experience in a manufacturing environment. You will be comfortable working with complex information and understand that effective costing involves more than simply setting a price. Strong numerical skills are essential, but you must also be able to apply judgement and consider the wider commercial, operational and market factors influencing each opportunity. YOUR EXPERIENCE Experience in commercial analysis, costing, pricing, tendering or a closely related role. Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment. Proven high-level competence in Microsoft Excel. Experience using SAP-based systems and knowledge of CRM platforms. Strong mathematical capability, supported by relevant educational qualifications; statistics-based qualifications would be advantageous. The ability to analyse complex information and produce accurate commercial recommendations. Experience working to tight timescales and managing peaks and troughs in customer-led demand. The ability to prioritise effectively and deliver results through others. Previous people-management or team-leadership experience. An understanding of the difference between developing a complete costing and simply setting a price. Awareness of macroeconomic, market and competitive factors that can influence commercial decisions. Familiarity with Porter’s Five Forces, PESTEL or similar strategic tools would be advantageous but is not essential. BEHAVIOURS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Open-minded, positive and comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team. Confident communicator who can build effective relationships with senior stakeholders and colleagues. Naturally organised, able to manage competing priorities and comfortable taking ownership. Analytical and commercially aware, with strong attention to detail and sound judgement. * Understands that positive attitudes and behaviours are critical to success in the role

Head of Chemistry – 12 Month FTC Maternity Cover Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: DOE Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract – Maternity Cover Reference: 41/26 Interaction Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and commercially minded Head of Chemistry to lead a well-established Chemistry Department in Kettering. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual who can combine strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness, team leadership and business development experience. The Role You will provide strategic and operational leadership across a Chemistry Department of approximately 20 multiskilled technicians, technologists and support staff. You will work closely with the Laboratory Manager and Team Leader, providing direction, support and inspiration to the wider team. Key responsibilities will include: Lead, motivate and develop the Chemistry team, creating a positive and high-performing culture. Drive business generation to maintain and increase departmental market share. Develop and deliver coordinated sales, marketing and business development plans. Work with external marketing partners to support departmental growth. Ensure the department continues to provide high-quality technical information, support and guidance to clients. Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Represent the organisation with external contacts, including industry leaders, members, non-members, government bodies and NGOs. Maintain an appropriate UKAS scope and identify opportunities for extension where required. Ensure departmental Quality Management Systems and documentation remain current and compliant. Maintain high standards of health and safety across the department. Support international operations where required, including collaboration with overseas teams. Contribute to strategic planning and the future development of the department. About You The successful candidate will ideally have: Proven experience of leading, inspiring and motivating a technical team. Demonstrable success in business development and commercial growth. Experience of working within budgetary requirements. Strong understanding of, and empathy with, the industries and sectors served by the organisation. The ability to build relationships and network confidently with senior industry figures internationally. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport at all levels. An approachable, diplomatic, compassionate and inspirational leadership style. Strong delegation and organisational skills. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. The ability to strategically plan and drive departmental development. A willingness and ability to travel when required. Desirable: A recognised leadership qualification. Previous international travel experience. Benefits The role includes an attractive benefits package, including: 25–28 days' annual leave, dependent on length of service Life assurance Group personal pension plan Income protection Free on-site parking Application Process Applicants are asked to include salary expectations when applying. Closing date: 4th September 2026 First-stage interviews: 14th September 2026 – via Microsoft Teams Second-stage interviews: 18th September 2026 – in person If you are an experienced Chemistry leader with a strong commercial mindset and are looking for a senior fixed-term opportunity where you can make a real impact, Interaction Recruitment would be keen to hear from you. Apply today! INDKTT

About the Company Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and unlock opportunities. Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. We're large enough to offer a diverse range of projects and career opportunities, yet small enough to give you real autonomy. We offer the chance to build meaningful relationships and the space to grow your skills. This is a leadership position. The incoming Planning and Development Lead will take ownership of building and scaling a full-service development offering at Berrys, using the firm's established client base, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary platform as a springboard for growth. The role sits at the partner level and will be treated as such. Berrys is looking for a leader, not just a deliverer, and expects the right person to shape planning and development in Kettering for years to come. Key Responsibilities Take autonomous ownership of the planning and development service line in Kettering, setting its direction and driving its growth Build and manage a strong pipeline of instructions from landowners, developers, promoters and investors across Northamptonshire Deliver technical planning consultancy across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land Provide strategic planning advice and lead on pre-application engagement, planning applications, appeals and post-planning work Draw on and coordinate the wider Berrys team across architecture, building surveying, valuation and land promotion to deliver a joined-up, full-service offering Identify and convert new business opportunities, including cross-referrals from existing Berrys clients across the practice Build a strong personal presence and profile for Berrys in the Northamptonshire market through networking and business development activity Grow the team over time, with the ability to recruit and develop people around you as the offering scales Contribute to the commercial direction and strategic planning of the wider business alongside the Berrys leadership team Candidate Profile An experienced and commercially driven planning professional, ready to operate at a senior or partner level: MRTPI / MRICS qualified, with significant post-qualification experience in a planning or development consultancy environment Broad planning knowledge across multiple sectors, with an understanding of the wider development process Strong commercial judgement and an ability to identify and convert business opportunities Confident and credible at a senior level, comfortable engaging with clients, agents, local authorities and wider stakeholders An appetite for business development that goes beyond duty — someone who finds it genuinely energising Experience of, or an appetite to embrace, a multi-disciplinary practice environment and the opportunities it creates for clients Motivated by long-term ownership and progression, including a genuine interest in partnership A full, clean UK driving licence Why Berrys? Real autonomy to lead and build a full-service development offering from a position of strength Immediate access to an established client base and a strong regional reputation The Berrys multi-disciplinary platform is a genuine competitive advantage for clients A collaborative, flat structure where senior people have genuine influence from day one A clear long-term pathway, with partnership a genuine possibility for the right individual 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working, and a comprehensive benefits package This position is being managed exclusively by Joshua Robert Recruitment on behalf of Berrys. All applications and enquiries will be directed to Joshua Robert Recruitment. By applying for this role, you consent to Joshua Robert Recruitment holding and processing your personal data in accordance with their privacy policy. Your details will not be passed to any third party without your prior consent. INDS

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: DOE Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract – Maternity Cover Reference: 41/26 Interaction Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and commercially minded Head of Chemistry to lead a well-established Chemistry Department in Kettering. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual who can combine strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness, team leadership and business development experience. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across a Chemistry Department of approximately 20 multiskilled technicians, technologists and support staff. You will work closely with the Laboratory Manager and Team Leader, providing direction, support and inspiration to the wider team. • Lead, motivate and develop the Chemistry team, creating a positive and high-performing culture., • Drive business generation to maintain and increase departmental market share., • Develop and deliver coordinated sales, marketing and business development plans., • Work with external marketing partners to support departmental growth., • Ensure the department continues to provide high-quality technical information, support and guidance to clients., • Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency., • Represent the organisation with external contacts, including industry leaders, members, non-members, government bodies and NGOs., • Maintain an appropriate UKAS scope and identify opportunities for extension where required., • Ensure departmental Quality Management Systems and documentation remain current and compliant., • Maintain high standards of health and safety across the department., • Support international operations where required, including collaboration with overseas teams., • Contribute to strategic planning and the future development of the department., • Proven experience of leading, inspiring and motivating a technical team., • Demonstrable success in business development and commercial growth., • Experience of working within budgetary requirements., • Strong understanding of, and empathy with, the industries and sectors served by the organisation., • The ability to build relationships and network confidently with senior industry figures internationally., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport at all levels., • An approachable, diplomatic, compassionate and inspirational leadership style., • Strong delegation and organisational skills., • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively., • The ability to strategically plan and drive departmental development., • A willingness and ability to travel when required., • A recognised leadership qualification., • Previous international travel experience., • 25–28 days' annual leave, dependent on length of service, • Life assurance, • Group personal pension plan, • Income protection, • Free on-site parking Closing date: 4th September 2026 First-stage interviews: 14th September 2026 – via Microsoft Teams Second-stage interviews: 18th September 2026 – in person #J-18808-Ljbffr

Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services Job Title: Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services Strategic Leadership Opportunity | Local Authority | Yorkshire Region Job Reward: Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 + Benefits although applications taken on experience Job Location: West Yorkshire (Some Hybrid Working) Contract Type: 6 months ongoing Contract: Contract Fixed Term / Interim Considered The Opportunity - Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services A major local authority is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services to provide strategic leadership across one of the region's largest operational service portfolios. This is a high-profile leadership role within a complex public sector environment, responsible for delivering safe, efficient and sustainable frontline services that directly impact residents, communities and businesses. Reporting to the Director of Environment, you will lead the strategic development and operational performance of waste collection, fleet services, transport operations, depots, workshops, commercial contracts and environmental service delivery. You will play a key role in shaping future service models, delivering transformational change, driving efficiency and ensuring statutory obligations are met whilst maintaining a relentless focus on customer outcomes. Key Responsibilities - Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services Provide strategic leadership across Waste, Fleet and Environmental Services. Lead the delivery of statutory waste collection and environmental service functions. Develop and implement long-term service strategies aligned to corporate priorities. Ensure effective management of fleet assets, transport operations and workshop functions. Lead service transformation, modernisation and continuous improvement programmes. Oversee significant revenue and capital budgets. Manage complex contractor and partnership arrangements, including Waste PFI and outsourced service contracts. Ensure compliance with relevant environmental, transport, health & safety and operator licensing legislation. Drive fleet decarbonisation, carbon reduction and sustainability programmes. Lead business planning, performance management and service redesign initiatives. Build strong relationships with Members, Executive Leadership Teams, regulators and external stakeholders. About You - Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services We are looking for an inspirational leader with experience operating at a senior level within either local government, environmental services, waste management, transport, logistics or fleet operations. You will bring strategic capability alongside the ability to engage effectively with operational teams and political stakeholders. Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates who have worked within: Local Authorities Waste Management Companies Environmental Services Organisations Municipal Services Providers Waste PFI Contract Environments Facilities Management Utilities Transport & Logistics Operations Infrastructure Services Outsourced Public Service Providers Essential Experience: Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services Senior leadership experience within waste, fleet, transport, environmental or operational services. Experience managing large and diverse operational teams. Strong understanding of local authority service delivery environments. Significant budgetary, commercial and financial management expertise. Experience managing major service contracts and partnerships. Knowledge of waste legislation, environmental compliance and health & safety requirements. Proven track record of service improvement and organisational change. Experience developing and implementing strategic plans. Highly Desirable Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services Waste PFI contract management experience. CPC qualification or significant transport management experience. Experience managing large municipal fleet operations. Knowledge of Operator Licence compliance. Experience leading fleet electrification and decarbonisation programmes. Understanding of recycling, resource recovery and circular economy principles. Experience working within politically sensitive environments. Why Apply? Head of Waste, Fleet & Environmental Services This is a rare opportunity to lead an essential frontline service that touches every household and business within a large local authority area. The successful candidate will have the platform to influence strategic policy, modernise service delivery, shape future environmental outcomes and drive transformational change across waste, fleet and transport services. Contact Mike Butler on 01132123519 or email This position would suit an experienced: Head of Waste Services, Head of Environmental Services, Waste Operations Manager, Waste Contract Manager, Head of Fleet Services, Head of Transport, Municipal Services Manager, Environmental Services Manager, Regional Operations Director, Operations Director (Waste), Strategic Service Manager, Assistant Director Environment, Senior Waste Manager, Fleet & Logistics Director - Waste. Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. TPBN1_UKTJ