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VMware Architect Must have an Active DV Clearance Join a leading Defence and National Security programme as a VMware Architect, where you'll guide the technical strategy and delivery of secure, large-scale infrastructure services. This is a high-impact role for a collaborative leader who thrives on driving innovation and delivering mission-critical solutions in complex, secure environments. About the Role - VMware Architect * As a VMware Architect, you'll lead the design and technical delivery of core infrastructure components from conception through to live service. * You'll collaborate across architecture, engineering, and service teams to ensure cohesive delivery aligned to strategic goals. * Responsibilities include defining and governing solution architectures, maintaining design integrity, and ensuring alignment to customer and security requirements. * You'll play a central role in shaping roadmaps and driving efficiency across multiple technical workstreams within an Agile delivery framework. What We're Looking For - VMware Architect * Proven experience designing and delivering secure, large-scale IaaS, PaaS, and workplace environments. * Deep expertise in VMware technologies including vCenter, vCloud Foundation, vCloud Director, Horizon, and App Volumes. * Strong understanding of architecture governance and delivery assurance. * Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to lead collaborative design sessions and present complex ideas clearly. * Experience working within Agile delivery models and large transformation programmes. * Must hold DV clearance and be a sole UK national, with prior experience in highly secure environments. Lead the transformation of critical infrastructure and help define the future of secure digital services as a VMware Architect. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Role: Commercial Manager Location: Basingstoke (2 days/week) Duration: 6 months Rate: competitive Inside IR35 Requires Active DV clearance About the Role: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager provide commercial and contracts advice and support within multi-disciplined Integrated Delivery Teams and Integrated Capture Teams. This will be a demanding role with responsibility for providing commercial and contracts support to a diverse portfolio of projects from initial opportunity identification through to contract completion. You will be a strategic thinker, supporting the overall business objectives for growth and innovation (UK and International) demonstrating an awareness and forethought beyond the task at hand with a three year planning horizon. What will I be doing: You will be responsible for all aspects of commercial and contractual support including customer bidding and contracting, advising on export and import control (in support of our trade solutions team), risk management, change control, contract and document drafting, and issue resolution. You will be a member of a dynamic commercial and contracts management team, reporting to an experienced Commercial Director or ICT/IDT Commercial lead, where your hard work and professional experience will be expected to generate innovative commercial solutions. You will be expected to manage your projects portfolio with minimal supervision and have experience of leading negotiations and be familiar with the typical issues that can arise when developing or managing complex contracts, and how they can be mitigated in commercial approach. You will be required to support contract management activities as part of your role, which may include engagement with any phase of the contract lifecycle. You will manage relevant post contract processes, ensuring continued customer satisfaction. Key Relationships: Your line manager will be either a Commercial Manager, or Commercial Director. You will have a dotted line leadership from ICT or IDT matrix leaders (e.g. campaign leads). You will work closely with your peers in the function and will be expected to demonstrate versatility across our business areas. You may have (following training) some supervisory / guidance over more junior staff, including graduates operating as a Delivery Manager General Role Accountabilities Delivery manager, working as part of an Integrated Capture Team (ICT) or an Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), or within a portfolio area of the business Demonstrating general commercial acumen on tenders and contracts which are typically non-standard, of medium to high complexity, or supporting senior commercial staff on major projects, or new business campaigns Personal Competence An accountable self-starter, modelling responsibility and lead others to be accountable A motivated learner, capable of identifying individual / team training needs and closing the gaps A role model for inclusion, soliciting perspectives and opinions to influence decision making Able to solicit support from others with persuasion and coherent, compelling, evidenced based arguments A diligent approach to health and safety (physical and mental) wellbeing at work, able to champion these themes amongst their peers. Business Competence Applying critical thinking and analysis to make effective customer focused decisions Applying business strategy across a mix of individual, team and organisational activities Pro-active in the support of transformational change for the business Working flexibly across boundaries, in an open and approachable way Leadership Competence A thought leader, able to actively implement new ways of working, even in uncertain conditions Able to self-deliver and delegate to wider teams or junior staff in a controlled way Provides constructive feedback on performance and mentors / coaches junior members of staff Operating as a role model, able to challenge constructively and inspire others to think broadly Relationship Management Competence Able to establish and maintain stakeholder communities, communicating / engaging at senior management level to influence decision making, and coaching others on networks Designs and implements a clear engagement strategy and develops and sustains customer relationship plans that lead to profitable, repeat business Understands and utilises a broad cultural knowledge to support export sales and coaches others in cultural engagement methods Negotiation Competence A leader in negotiation strategy and planning, capable of influencing up to director level Delivers valuable and complex negotiations, influencing senior stakeholders, for mutual benefit Coaches others in negotiation approaches / strategy / technique Innovation Competence Able to design and lead on deal structures, gaining buy in at director level Supports value proposition development, influencing requirements to our client’s advantage Develops and implements commercial models that optimise value and mutual benefit Able to solve complex problems, with ideation from different perspectives Demonstrates a sound understanding of the market(s) and recommends changes to approach Champions knowledge base sharing of best practice and new ideas alike Drafting, law and Practice Competence Uses and mentors others on advanced drafting skills and methods across a range of contracts Able to swiftly and accurately review / mark up terms and assess risk and reward Familiar with regulatory, policy and other constraints relevant to the business Confident in a range of different agreements (pre-and-post award) Supports the development of new innovative terms when required Coaches peers in the mechanics of drafting and review of terms and conditions Commercial and Financial Competence Able to influence pricing strategy (including price to win, and pay, performance and incentivisation) in contracts to maximise profitability Demonstrates a good understanding of business budgets and financial objectives Supports strategic deals that endure past the first engagement Uses data to analyse trends and influence decision making on contract strategy Actively seeks to implement efficiency in tasks, using technology where possible Understands customer tool sets and how we integrate with them Applies and oversees governance processes, applying sound risk management and judgement Values (Integrity, Collaboration, Performance) & Behaviours (Listen, Focus, Keep Promises) A leader in setting an integrity benchmark for others to follow Leading collaborative work within workload Delivering against personal development plan, and leading on attainment of business goals Active listener, able to respond at functional level to themes and ideas Leading on trouble shooting, offering support to others, and leading wherever possible on customer relationships

High-tech defence electronics SME require a Planning Manager to own, develop and implement SIOP and master scheduling processes and frameworks. Applicants need strategic planning experience across 3-5 year horizons within technical manufacturing or engineering environments and have deep expertise in master production planning and SIOP. The Planning Manager will report to the Operations Director and collaborate closely with supply chain, operations, programme management, engineering, production and subcontract manufacturing partners to drive SIOP and master scheduling activities. The manufacturing taking place in Basingstoke is a high product-mix, and low batch manufacturing volumes around 10-40 units per month. The Planning Manager will take an "Above The Line" approach to planning, looking at 3-5 year strategies, make vs. buy, and optimising inventory levels. Deputising for the Operations Director on occasions, the Planning Manager should posses leadership qualities, charism and gravitas. Specific duties of The Planning Manager include: Led, facilitate, introduce and develop SIOP / S&OP processes for the business Create manage and implement a rolling 12-24 month master production schedule in accordance with customer demand Capacity and Resource Planning - conduct analysis activities, optimise labour, resources and utilise subcontract partners Develop and implement inventory management strategy in collaboration with Material Planner Establish, create reports and KPIs to track performance of master production schedule and SIOP, S&OP. Planning Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Master Scheduling, Senior Production Planning, SIOP, S&OP or Planning Manager experience Previous experience of master scheduling and planning within a manufacturing or engineering business Deep planning experience with MRP or ERP systems Ability to thrive within an SME business, with relatively few processes, tools and planning infrastructure Confident deputising for Operations Director with leadership qualities Comfortable with hybrid working (if desired), after the initial bedding-in period

Role: Commercial Manager Location: Basingstoke(2 days/week) Duration: 6 months Rate: competitive Inside IR35 Requires Active DV clearance About the Role: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager provide commercial and contracts advice and support within multi-disciplined Integrated Delivery Teams and Integrated Capture Teams. This will be a demanding role with responsibility for providing commercial and contracts support to a diverse portfolio of projects from initial opportunity identification through to contract completion. You will be a strategic thinker, supporting the overall business objectives for growth and innovation (UK and International) demonstrating an awareness and forethought beyond the task at hand with a three year planning horizon. What will I be doing: You will be responsible for all aspects of commercial and contractual support including customer bidding and contracting, advising on export and import control (in support of our trade solutions team), risk management, change control, contract and document drafting, and issue resolution. You will be a member of a dynamic commercial and contracts management team, reporting to an experienced Commercial Director or ICT/IDT Commercial lead, where your hard work and professional experience will be expected to generate innovative commercial solutions. You will be expected to manage your projects portfolio with minimal supervision and have experience of leading negotiations and be familiar with the typical issues that can arise when developing or managing complex contracts, and how they can be mitigated in commercial approach. You will be required to support contract management activities as part of your role, which may include engagement with any phase of the contract lifecycle. You will manage relevant post contract processes, ensuring continued customer satisfaction. Key Relationships: Your line manager will be either a Commercial Manager, or Commercial Director. You will have a dotted line leadership from ICT or IDT matrix leaders (e.g. campaign leads). You will work closely with your peers in the function and will be expected to demonstrate versatility across our business areas. You may have (following training) some supervisory / guidance over more junior staff, including graduates operating as a Delivery Manager General Role Accountabilities Delivery manager, working as part of an Integrated Capture Team (ICT) or an Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), or within a portfolio area of the business Demonstrating general commercial acumen on tenders and contracts which are typically non-standard, of medium to high complexity, or supporting senior commercial staff on major projects, or new business campaigns Personal Competence An accountable self-starter, modelling responsibility and lead others to be accountable A motivated learner, capable of identifying individual / team training needs and closing the gaps A role model for inclusion, soliciting perspectives and opinions to influence decision making Able to solicit support from others with persuasion and coherent, compelling, evidenced based arguments A diligent approach to health and safety (physical and mental) wellbeing at work, able to champion these themes amongst their peers. Business Competence Applying critical thinking and analysis to make effective customer focussed decisions Applying business strategy across a mix of individual, team and organisational activities Pro-active in the support of transformational change for the business Working flexibly across boundaries, in an open and approachable way Leadership Competence A thought leader, able to actively implement new ways of working, even in uncertain conditions Able to self-deliver and delegate to wider teams or junior staff in a controlled way Provides constructive feedback on performance and mentors / coaches junior members of staff Operating as a role model, able to challenge constructively and inspire others to think broadly Relationship Management Competence Able to establish and maintain stakeholder communities, communicating / engaging at senior management level to influence decision making, and coaching others on networks Designs and implements a clear engagement strategy and develops and sustains customer relationship plans that lead to profitable, repeat business Understands and utilises a broad cultural knowledge to support export sales and coaches others in cultural engagement methods Negotiation Competence A leader in negotiation strategy and planning, capable of influencing up to director level Delivers valuable and complex negotiations, influencing senior stakeholders, for mutual benefit Coaches others in negotiation approaches / strategy / technique Innovation Competence Able to design and lead on deal structures, gaining buy in at director level Supports value proposition development, influencing requirements to our client's advantage Develops and implements commercial models that optimise value and mutual benefit Able to solve complex problems, with ideation from different perspectives Demonstrates a sound understanding of the market(s) and recommends changes to approach Champions knowledge base sharing of best practice and new ideas alike Drafting, law and Practice Competence Uses and mentors others on advanced drafting skills and methods across a range of contracts Able to swiftly and accurately review / mark up terms and assess risk and reward Familiar with regulatory, policy and other constraints relevant to the business Confident in a range of different agreements (pre-and-post award) Supports the development of new innovative terms when required Coaches peers in the mechanics of drafting and review of terms and conditions Commercial and Financial Competence Able to influence pricing strategy (including price to win, and pay, performance and incentivisation) in contracts to maximise profitability Demonstrates a good understanding of business budgets and financial objectives Supports strategic deals that endure past the first engagement Uses data to analyse trends and influence decision making on contract strategy Actively seeks to implement efficiency in tasks, using technology where possible Understands customer toolsets and how we integrate with them Applies and oversees governance processes, applying sound risk management and judgement Values (Integrity, Collaboration, Performance) & Behaviours (Listen, Focus, Keep Promises) A leader in setting an integrity benchmark for others to follow Leading collaborative work within workload Delivering against personal development plan, and leading on attainment of business goals Active listener, able to respond at functional level to themes and ideas Leading on trouble shooting, offering support to others, and leading wherever possible on customer relationships TPBN1_UKTJ

About the Business As one of the UK’s leading care providers, our client delivers high-quality care across the South of England. The organisation has experienced significant growth and is now seeking a Chief Financial Officer to support the next phase of its evolution. The CFO will be instrumental in shaping the future of the business, with a strong focus on mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and new care home developments as the organisation continues to scale. Working in close partnership with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving strategic decision-making and long-term value creation. The Role The Chief Financial Officer is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for providing strategic and commercial financial leadership across the organisation. This role combines high-level strategic oversight with strong operational control, spanning financial planning and analysis, performance management, investment appraisal, risk management, and regulatory compliance within a highly regulated care environment. The CFO will lead and develop a high-performing finance function, setting and delivering operational KPIs across the business. They will ensure robust financial governance while supporting the optimisation of care service delivery through improved efficiency, productivity, and profitability. A highly competitive executive package and benefits are offered with generous LTIP in place Key responsibilities include: Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, contributing to the overall direction, performance, and long-term growth of the organisation Lead the development and delivery of the financial strategy, aligned with care quality, workforce sustainability, and regulatory requirements Play a key role in mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and new care home developments, including due diligence, valuation, and post-integration planning Oversee all core financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, reporting, and the maintenance of robust financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks Drive financial performance across the portfolio, with a focus on occupancy, fee strategy, cost control, margin improvement, and investment returns Partner closely with Operations and People & Culture to support workforce planning, pay strategy, and effective control of agency spend Provide financial insight to support investment in care quality, estates, digital systems, and clinical governance, ensuring alignment with CQC and wider quality objectives Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement Build strong cross-functional relationships to embed financial discipline and data-led decision-making across the organisation Champion the use of data, analytics, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for operational efficiency, productivity improvement, and sustainable growth About You Essential: The successful candidate will have proven experience as a Chief Finance Officer/Finance Director role within the healthcare sector Previous experience of developing and maintaining close working relationships with a CEO and executive team Senior financial leadership experience in a large, complex, multi-site organisation Demonstrated success in leading M&As A track record of building highly successful teams and delivering results Highly developed knowledge of the regulatory and legislative environment Demonstrated ability to balance commercial performance with service quality and compliance Key requirements include: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or demonstrable experience working at board level. Personal Attributes The successful candidate will be a credible and values-led leader, demonstrating strong personal integrity, accountability, and sound judgement. They will bring a positive, solutions-focused mindset, underpinned by high emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust across a diverse stakeholder group. Compassionate and approachable, they will be comfortable providing clear, thoughtful support and advice at all levels of the organisation. They will also be adaptable and resilient, able to operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment. Tha salary offered will be dependent on your experience. Why Join? This is a rare opportunity to join a growing, values-led organisation at a pivotal stage in its journey, offering the chance to shape strategy and drive impact across a high-performing business, work closely with a supportive and ambitious leadership team, and make a tangible difference to the quality of care delivered while leading and developing a talented finance function. CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. 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Business Development Manager – Electronics Manufacturing & Supply Chain ServicesUK-wide Field-based (75% travel) with occasional travel to Basingstoke £40,000 - £50,000 very competitive commission scheme OverviewAn established, UK-owned electronics manufacturing and supply chain services business is seeking a Business Development Manager to support continued growth across its Supply Chain as a Service offering. Operating from modern, world-class facilities, the business supports customers across medical, aerospace & defence, industrial, automotive, transport, space, motorsport and instrumentation markets, delivering end-to-end electronics manufacturing and supply chain solutions. The RoleAs Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving new business across supply chains offerings and expanding existing customer relationships. Working closely with senior leadership and internal teams, you’ll identify opportunities, develop tailored solutions, and convert prospects into long-term partners. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute business development plans in collaboration with the Sales Director Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities through networking, market research and partnerships Drive order intake from new customers and new projects within existing accounts Build strong, trusted relationships with prospective clients and propose effective supply chain solutions Sell offerings including strategic procurement, demand planning, inventory reduction, kitting & distribution, Kanban and consignment models Prepare detailed proposals and commercial quotations Collaborate with internal sales, marketing, production and quality teams Manage leads, pipeline and CRM activity Track performance against targets and support pricing strategy Provide regular sales and pipeline reportingAbout You Background in business development, sales or account growth within electronics manufacturing, manufacturing, EMS or supply chain services Experience within medical, aerospace & defence, industrial or automotive sectors advantageous Commercially driven with a strong new business focus Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable in a field-based role with extensive UK travelWhat’s On Offer Competitive salary with bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown Birthday day off Private healthcare and health cash plan Life insurance (4x salary) Up to 5% employer pension contribution Enhanced parental leave Cycle to work, tech and home salary sacrifice schemes Free parking and additional lifestyle benefits INDKA

Role: Commercial Manager Location: Basingstoke(2 days/week) Duration: 6 months Rate: competitive Inside IR35 Requires Active DV clearance About the Role: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager provide commercial and contracts advice and support within multi-disciplined Integrated Delivery Teams and Integrated Capture Teams. This will be a demanding role with responsibility for providing commercial and contracts support to a diverse portfolio of projects from initial opportunity identification through to contract completion. You will be a strategic thinker, supporting the overall business objectives for growth and innovation (UK and International) demonstrating an awareness and forethought beyond the task at hand with a three year planning horizon. What will I be doing: You will be responsible for all aspects of commercial and contractual support including customer bidding and contracting, advising on export and import control (in support of our trade solutions team), risk management, change control, contract and document drafting, and issue resolution. You will be a member of a dynamic commercial and contracts management team, reporting to an experienced Commercial Director or ICT/IDT Commercial lead, where your hard work and professional experience will be expected to generate innovative commercial solutions. You will be expected to manage your projects portfolio with minimal supervision and have experience of leading negotiations and be familiar with the typical issues that can arise when developing or managing complex contracts, and how they can be mitigated in commercial approach. You will be required to support contract management activities as part of your role, which may include engagement with any phase of the contract lifecycle. You will manage relevant post contract processes, ensuring continued customer satisfaction. Key Relationships: Your line manager will be either a Commercial Manager, or Commercial Director. You will have a dotted line leadership from ICT or IDT matrix leaders (e.g. campaign leads). You will work closely with your peers in the function and will be expected to demonstrate versatility across our business areas. You may have (following training) some supervisory / guidance over more junior staff, including graduates operating as a Delivery Manager General Role Accountabilities Delivery manager, working as part of an Integrated Capture Team (ICT) or an Integrated Delivery Team (IDT), or within a portfolio area of the business Demonstrating general commercial acumen on tenders and contracts which are typically non-standard, of medium to high complexity, or supporting senior commercial staff on major projects, or new business campaigns Personal Competence An accountable self-starter, modelling responsibility and lead others to be accountable A motivated learner, capable of identifying individual / team training needs and closing the gaps A role model for inclusion, soliciting perspectives and opinions to influence decision making Able to solicit support from others with persuasion and coherent, compelling, evidenced based arguments A diligent approach to health and safety (physical and mental) wellbeing at work, able to champion these themes amongst their peers. Business Competence Applying critical thinking and analysis to make effective customer focussed decisions Applying business strategy across a mix of individual, team and organisational activities Pro-active in the support of transformational change for the business Working flexibly across boundaries, in an open and approachable way Leadership Competence A thought leader, able to actively implement new ways of working, even in uncertain conditions Able to self-deliver and delegate to wider teams or junior staff in a controlled way Provides constructive feedback on performance and mentors / coaches junior members of staff Operating as a role model, able to challenge constructively and inspire others to think broadly Relationship Management Competence Able to establish and maintain stakeholder communities, communicating / engaging at senior management level to influence decision making, and coaching others on networks Designs and implements a clear engagement strategy and develops and sustains customer relationship plans that lead to profitable, repeat business Understands and utilises a broad cultural knowledge to support export sales and coaches others in cultural engagement methods Negotiation Competence A leader in negotiation strategy and planning, capable of influencing up to director level Delivers valuable and complex negotiations, influencing senior stakeholders, for mutual benefit Coaches others in negotiation approaches / strategy / technique Innovation Competence Able to design and lead on deal structures, gaining buy in at director level Supports value proposition development, influencing requirements to our client's advantage Develops and implements commercial models that optimise value and mutual benefit Able to solve complex problems, with ideation from different perspectives Demonstrates a sound understanding of the market(s) and recommends changes to approach Champions knowledge base sharing of best practice and new ideas alike Drafting, law and Practice Competence Uses and mentors others on advanced drafting skills and methods across a range of contracts Able to swiftly and accurately review / mark up terms and assess risk and reward Familiar with regulatory, policy and other constraints relevant to the business Confident in a range of different agreements (pre-and-post award) Supports the development of new innovative terms when required Coaches peers in the mechanics of drafting and review of terms and conditions Commercial and Financial Competence Able to influence pricing strategy (including price to win, and pay, performance and incentivisation) in contracts to maximise profitability Demonstrates a good understanding of business budgets and financial objectives Supports strategic deals that endure past the first engagement Uses data to analyse trends and influence decision making on contract strategy Actively seeks to implement efficiency in tasks, using technology where possible Understands customer toolsets and how we integrate with them Applies and oversees governance processes, applying sound risk management and judgement Values (Integrity, Collaboration, Performance) & Behaviours (Listen, Focus, Keep Promises) A leader in setting an integrity benchmark for others to follow Leading collaborative work within workload Delivering against personal development plan, and leading on attainment of business goals Active listener, able to respond at functional level to themes and ideas Leading on trouble shooting, offering support to others, and leading wherever possible on customer relationships

About this Role: A superb opportunity has arisen for a Preconstruction Manager to work with the Hampshire based divisional office of this busy Tier 1 main contractor, to work closely with a key national client with an extensive pipeline of workload to roll out over the next few years. Reporting to the Senior Preconstruction Manager and Operations Director plus/ working closely with the commercial, design and planning resource in the business, you will be responsible for engaging with the client to discuss and fully understand their requirements, providing advice and guidance plus construction input to tenders in terms of proposed methodology, sequence of works, logistics plans, etc. This is an established framework with the client, effectively engaging the client on multiple projects, developing the project scope, design, cost plan and programme, reaching agreement and passing this on to the construction team to deliver. Works will typically be strip out and refurbishment of existing buildings to provide healthcare space ranging in value from £2m to £15m. There is a potential £30-40m of workload annually. Duties will include: Client and stakeholder liaison to assess and understand overall requirement brief and outline of proposed scheme where applicable; Identify risks and opportunities to contractor; Comment on viability of scheme; Identify key drivers and propose strategy for each scheme; Engage with consultants to develop tender in terms of design, budget, etc; Manage or contribute to bid process including coordinating input from team members, agreeing timescales, key deadlines, and attending all mid-tender interviews and client presentations; Develop design and methodology, plus have input to programming of work, phasing and cost plan; Production of tender programmes, logistics, construction phase programmes on Asta Powerproject when required; There is a Construction Planner who will undertake and / or support this also. Engage with supply chain to develop detailed design and methodology; Attend and contribute to internal tender launch, mid tender and tender adjudication meetings. Work closely with planner & commercial team to develop scheme, manage design development, through tender and second stage preconstruction; Develop scheme through preconstruction phase to financial close, plus liaison with construction team through initial start on site; Develop close working relationships with clients and consultants to ensure generation of repeat business; Reporting regularly to Senior Preconstruction Manager / Operations Director on progress. About the Company/Client/Project: This regional office is based in Basingstoke not far from the M3 and has an annual turnover of circa £45m. Work is secured via a mixture of competitive tenders, negotiated works with repeat clients, some regional and national frameworks. Scope of works includes work in defence, healthcare, education, etc Projects are typically £3m - £15m+ in value, predominantly refurbishment, fit out or new build schemes in live environments. The business has an excellent reputation for their quality of work, safety, retention, training and development of staff, nurturing and maintaining repeat business with key clients. Requirements and qualifications: You will ideally be degree qualified from a project / contract management background, and have excellent attention to detail, communication and negotiations skills, keen technical, commercial and contractual knowledge, problem solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. You will possess the ability to assess a scheme and see the larger picture, encompassing the needs of the client, timescales and budget, local politics, and identify key drivers and potential obstacles. This role will suit an experienced Preconstruction / Bid Manager, and potentially a Senior Project Manager, Contracts Manager or Design Manager with preconstruction experience, and a determined and competitive nature. You will ideally have a proven track record of successful input to tenders or second stage preconstruction with a Main Contractor. High standards, attention to detail and the drive will be well rewarded with a competitive salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney on 07984 174040 or send your CV to Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK TPBN1_UKTJ

VMware Architect Must have an Active DV Clearance Join a leading Defence and National Security programme as a VMware Architect, where you'll guide the technical strategy and delivery of secure, large-scale infrastructure services. This is a high-impact role for a collaborative leader who thrives on driving innovation and delivering mission-critical solutions in complex, secure environments. About the Role - VMware Architect As a VMware Architect, you'll lead the design and technical delivery of core infrastructure components from conception through to live service. You'll collaborate across architecture, engineering, and service teams to ensure cohesive delivery aligned to strategic goals. Responsibilities include defining and governing solution architectures, maintaining design integrity, and ensuring alignment to customer and security requirements. You'll play a central role in shaping roadmaps and driving efficiency across multiple technical workstreams within an Agile delivery framework. What We're Looking For - VMware Architect Proven experience designing and delivering secure, large-scale IaaS, PaaS, and workplace environments. Deep expertise in VMware technologies including vCenter, vCloud Foundation, vCloud Director, Horizon, and App Volumes. Strong understanding of architecture governance and delivery assurance. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to lead collaborative design sessions and present complex ideas clearly. Experience working within Agile delivery models and large transformation programmes. Must hold DV clearance and be a sole UK national, with prior experience in highly secure environments. Lead the transformation of critical infrastructure and help define the future of secure digital services as a VMware Architect. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button

Marketing Account Manager Growing agency Hands-on role North Hampshire (RG27) Up to £40k This is a great opportunity for an organised, capable marketer with agency experience who enjoys being close to delivery, keeping clients happy and making things happen. You’ll join a fast-growing, independent marketing agency working mainly with B2B technology and services businesses. Clients stay for years because the team delivers — consistently and without drama. The agency is remote-first but very connected, and now needs a Marketing Account Manager to help manage day-to-day client delivery as things continue to grow. The Role You’ll take day-to-day ownership of a defined set of client accounts, making sure agreed marketing activity is delivered on time, on brief and to a high standard. Working closely with the Client Operations Manager and within plans set by the Managing Director, you’ll focus on execution, coordination and communication rather than strategy. Key responsibilities include: Managing routine client communication and updates Coordinating delivery against agreed plans and timelines Keeping tasks and deadlines up to date in the project management system Briefing and coordinating designers, copywriters and partners Preparing content for client review and carrying out quality checks Flagging risks, resourcing issues or scope changes early Supporting onboarding of new clients and ad-hoc projects This role does not set marketing strategy or carry overall account responsibility. About You You’ll suit this role if you: Have experience in a marketing agency environment Enjoy organising work and following things through Are confident communicating with clients within an agreed scope Are happy working to plans set by others and escalating issues when needed Prefer being hands-on with delivery rather than leading strategy Are practical, reliable and comfortable with direct, no-nonsense communication This role is not for someone looking to lead strategy, work completely independently, or operate in a large, layered agency. Practical Essentials Full driving licence and own transport Live within around an hour of RG27 / Thames Valley Full-time availability (Monday–Friday) Comfortable with Office365, Teams, project management tools, Canva / Adobe (or happy to learn) Experience with WordPress and basic SEO Why Join? This is a chance to be part of a growing agency where delivery matters, expectations are clear, and good work is noticed. No egos. No fluff. Just solid marketing, done properly — with humour along the way. If this sounds appealing – apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you! Better People Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from one of our consultants within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance. Your CV will be kept on file and you will be considered for future vacancies that match your skills. By applying you will register as a candidate with Better People Ltd. Our Privacy Policy on our website explains how we will use your information. Our clients are only able to offer employment to candidates who are fully eligible to work in the UK and cannot offer work visas/sponsorship etc. Top of Form Bottom of Form

Bid Manager (APMP) Job Title: Bid Manager / Proposal Manager Location: 1 / 2 days per week in Southampton office, with 3 to 4 days per week at home Salary: £50k to £55k per annum My client is a technology business with offices in Hampshire. We are looking for a Bid Manager to joing the business to work closely with the Business Development Director We are looking for a candidate who can work from our clients Hampshire offices 1 day per week, and has an APMP accreditation. Led end-to-end bid life cycle for complex RFPs/RFIs/ITTs, coordinating capture, strategy, pricing, proposal development and timely submission Developed capture plans and win strategies, defined customer-aligned value propositions and clear win themes to increase bid competitiveness. Worked within cross-functional bid teams (sales, solution architects, finance, legal, delivery), drove task ownership, milestones and bid governance. Produced, edited and QA'd high-quality proposals, executive summaries, technical responses and compliance matrices to meet RFP requirements Built pricing and commercial models, performed margin and risk assessments, and prepared bid budgets and approval packs Maintained and optimised bid content libraries, templates and tools (MS Office, SharePoint, CRM, e‑tender portals, CPQ) to improve response efficiency. Ran red-team reviews, conducted stakeholder rehearsals and post-submission debriefs; tracked win/loss metrics and implemented lessons learned. Managed bid schedules and resource allocation under tight deadlines, delivering submissions on time while controlling costs. Please apply to organise a confidential discussion

Based on the M4/M3 Corridor near Basingstoke, this principal construction contractor has a strong reputation for delivering interior fit-out & new build construction projects across the Commercial Office & Light Industrial sectors. Project values range from £1 million to £25m. The company is exceptionally well-run, lean, free from corporate bureaucracy, and has ambitious but sustainable plans for continued expansion. To support the next growth phase, the board is seeking to appoint an Operations Director We’re looking for someone who MUST HAVE /IS : * Degree /HND/ NVQ Qualified- Construction related . * Experience working as a Senior Operations Manager/ Senior Contracts Manager within a Construction contractor. * Substantial Commercial Office & Light Industrial sector experience. * Experience dealing with clients at Director level * Experience managing large construction project teams * Client Account & Project planning experience * Strong commercial management experience & contractual awareness in relation to the delivery of construction projects.. * Experence in managing multiple clients & projects at any one time Why you should apply: * Opportunity to really influence & shape a growing business. * Collaborate closely with a diverse client base. * Lead & mentor an experienced, commercially savvy PM team. * Join an organisation that values autonomy, professionalism and results over politics. Package highlights: Base salary £110k–£135k DOE, car, pension, medical and a performance bonus, 25 days holiday + BH This is a rare leadership role with an ambitious company that has a strong reputation, a defined growth strategy and a close-knit Senior Leadership team

Client Operations Manager - Marketing Marketing Agency | North Hampshire (RG27) | Full Time Up to £48k This role is for you if… You’re the person who makes things run smoothly. You like clarity, good planning and calm delivery. You enjoy working closely with senior people, keeping projects on track, and making sure clients feel confident that everything is under control. You won’t be creating marketing strategy or running campaigns — instead, you’ll be the one making sure the right work happens, at the right time, with the right people involved. About the agency This is a growing, independent marketing agency working mainly with B2B, technology and services businesses. Clients stay for years because delivery matters here. Promises are kept. Work is thoughtful. Relationships are genuine. The team is remote-first, made up of experienced marketers, trusted freelancers and specialist partners. As the agency grows, there’s a real opportunity for this role to become central to how things work. What you’ll actually be doing In simple terms, you’ll be the delivery glue. You’ll: Make sure new clients are onboarded properly Keep delivery plans visible, realistic and on track Coordinate people, partners and priorities Spot issues early and help resolve them Bring calm structure without adding unnecessary process You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and account leads, attending key meetings and helping ensure clients experience a smooth, professional journey from start to finish. Day-to-day, that means: Owning client onboarding once work is agreed Making sure scope, timelines, KPIs and expectations are clear Coordinating internal teams, freelancers and suppliers Chairing internal delivery check-ins Keeping an eye on delivery progress and reporting commitments Helping improve ways of working as the agency grows This role is not A marketing strategy role An admin or assistant position A people-management role A sales or account-management role It’s a senior coordination role — ideal if you enjoy responsibility, autonomy and being trusted to make things work. You'll be Right for This if You Have experience in a marketing, creative or professional services agency Are organised, confident and good at juggling priorities Communicate clearly and calmly, even when things get busy Understand how marketing plans turn into real delivery Are comfortable working without lots of rigid process Practical bits Full driving licence and your own transport Got at least 10 years working in and around marketing Happy to attend client meetings, events and conferences Live within about an hour of RG27 / Thames Valley If this sounds like you – please apply today! We can’t wait to talk to you! Better People Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from one of our consultants within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance. Your CV will be kept on file and you will be considered for future vacancies that match your skills. By applying you will register as a candidate with Better People Ltd. Our Privacy Policy on our website explains how we will use your information. Our clients are only able to offer employment to candidates who are fully eligible to work in the UK and cannot offer work visas/sponsorship etc

Strategic Finance Business Partner - Interim South Coast | Hybrid Working Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority on the South Coast to appoint an Interim Strategic Finance Business Partner to act as the senior finance lead for a Directorate during a period of organisational change, financial challenge and transformation. This is a high-impact, leadership-level role within the Finance Management Team, providing financial challenge, assurance and strategic decision support to Executive Directors, Service Directors and senior stakeholders across a large and complex portfolio. The Role The successful candidate will act as the finance director for their assigned Directorate, with responsibility for revenue, capital, financial governance and medium-term financial planning, while also leading and developing a high-performing Finance Business Partnering team. Key responsibilities will include: Providing strategic financial leadership, challenge and assurance to Directors and senior budget holders Leading directorate-level revenue, capital and financial governance activity Driving medium-term financial planning, budget strategy and financial sustainability Producing financial modelling, scenario analysis and business cases for investment, transformation and commercial activity Identifying and delivering opportunities for income generation, cost recovery, commercialisation and savings Supporting and leading transformation programmes, including benefits tracking and financial risk management Managing, developing and motivating a Finance Business Partnering team in line with council standards and performance frameworks What's on Offer Day rate: Competitive and dependent on experience Contract length: 3-6 months initially, with a strong likelihood of extension Working pattern: Hybrid - typically around 1 day per week onsite Start: ASAP / subject to notice About You You will ideally have: Significant local authority finance experience at a senior level A background operating as a Strategic Finance Business Partner, Head of Finance or equivalent Strong experience of budget setting, MTFF/MTFS, capital programmes and financial governance Proven capability in financial modelling, business cases, transformation and commercial finance Experience leading and developing finance teams A CCAB-recognised qualification (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply

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