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Financial Reporting Manager required for a highly entrepreneurial Property & Real estate SME based in Preston Your new company Your new company is a real estate and property family office. A privately managed investment entity that oversees the acquisition, management, and growth of a family’s property portfolio. The firm focusses on long term value creation through strategic investments in residential, commercial, and mixed use assets, while providing services such as asset management, development oversight, financing, and estate planning. It adopts a tailored, multi-generational approach, prioritising capital preservation, sustainable growth, and effective portfolio diversification to support the family’s financial and legacy objectives. Your new role The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the strategic management and growth of a diverse real estate portfolio within a private family office. Responsibilities include identifying and evaluating new investment opportunities, overseeing asset and property management activities, coordinating development projects, and managing relationships with external partners such as agents, lenders, and contractors. The role requires strong financial acumen to assess performance, optimise returns, and support long-term planning, alongside a proactive approach to maintaining high standards across all assets. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, contributing to the preservation and growth of wealth across generations. What you'll need to succeed You will be ACA/ACCA Qualified with the ability to demonstrate strong experience in real estate investment, asset management, or a related field, with a solid understanding of property markets and financial analysis. They will possess excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assets and stakeholders effectively. A proactive and commercial mindset is essential, alongside strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities. The role requires attention to detail, discretion when handling confidential matters, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return In return, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary of £75,000 plus benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within a high performing private family office environment. The role provides exposure to a high quality, diverse real estate portfolio and the chance to contribute to long term investment strategy and decision making. You will benefit from close collaboration with senior stakeholders, a supportive and agile working culture, and strong opportunities for professional development and career progression. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4792240

Sales Manager £42,000 - £48,000 + Bonus + Hybrid + Medical Plan + Salary Reviews + 32 Days Holiday + Matched Pension to 8% + More Benefits Preston – Hybrid (3 Days on site) Are you a commercially driven Sales Manager looking to lead revenue growth, manage key supplier relationships and take ownership of a high-performing sales portfolio within a market-leading UK technology and electronics distributor? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected business supplying computing, electronics and electrical products to businesses, tradespeople, installers, educators and consumers across the UK and internationally. With continued growth across e-commerce and computing categories, this role offers genuine autonomy, influence and long-term progression. In this role, you will take full responsibility for sales performance, margin delivery and commercial strategy across a defined product area. You will work closely with suppliers, internal sales teams, marketing and e-commerce to maximise revenue, develop new opportunities and drive sustainable category growth. This role would suit a commercially astute Sales Manager who enjoys ownership, negotiation and influencing outcomes in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. The Role: • Take full sales and margin responsibility for a defined computing product portfolio, • Manage the full product lifecycle including pricing, product introductions, and end-of-life stock management, • Develop strong supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, rebates, discounts, and commercial agreements, • Support e-commerce and marketing activity including PPC campaigns, product content, and promotional activity, • Identify new product opportunities, market trends, and category growth initiatives, • Support private-label product development and Far East sourcing opportunities The Person: • Experience working within a commercial, sales, business development or product management environment, • Strong negotiation and communication skills with the confidence to influence at all levels, • Commercially aware with the ability to analyse market trends and product performance, • Well organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Preston for an experienced Commercial Head of Department to join their growing leadership team. Location: Preston Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 per annum DOE Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available Responsibilities as a Commercial Head of Department: • Lead and manage the Commercial Department, including supervision and mentoring of junior fee earners, • Support business development and networking initiatives, • Assist with department strategy, growth, and performance targets, • Ensure compliance with regulatory and risk management procedures Benefits: • Hybrid working arrangements, • Leadership opportunity within an established firm, • Clear progression prospects, • Supportive and collaborative working environment We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £200.

The Role Due to continuous growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an established Civil Engineering Senior Estimator to join our award winning Civil Engineer team based in Preston. We work on securing projects, ranging from £100k to £10m across all sectors of the industry. We have a strong pipeline for 2025 and beyond which will be delivered by our exceptional teams. What you’ll be doing: • Analyse and interpret information, including early appraisal of scheme requirements in terms of construction methods, programme and management., • Identify risks/opportunities and incorporate them into a tender bid., • Call upon support from Design / Delivery teams as appropriate to plan works delivery strategy., • Identify key win themes and manage bid, coordinating input from multiple contributors., • Identify additional information required to inform and benefit the tender., • Challenge proposed designs and methodology to identify possible alternative construction methods, technologies and products., • Price civil engineering activities such as earthworks, drainage, ducting and paving from 1st principles, building up labour, plant, material cost components., • Prepare programme/construction sequence, to establish constructions periods. Ability to use ASTA Powerproject ideal but training can be provided., • Identify subcontract packages, choose suppliers from database and from researching the market, liaise with supply chain, prepare and issue enquiries and analyse and interrogate responses., • Compile a comprehensive net cost estimate for the works, including preliminary items., • Present net cost estimate at internal adjudication and implement changes., • Timely submission of tender, ensuring that the Clients requirements and specifications are met in full., • Follow up submitted tenders., • Give others an overview of the scheme, highlighting any job specific risks & opportunities., • Contribute to discussion on commercial approach., • Review project 1st appraisal and reflected on post-contract performance of tendered schemes. About You Aligned to our ethos and values, you will be an integral part of our team providing sound knowledge of market rates and prices from 1st principles. You will be methodical and organised with the ability to recognise and source additional resource required to produce estimates, recognise submission requirements to compile a logical sequence of actions necessary to achieve regular deadlines. Ideally you’ll have: • Ideally you will have Tier 1 or 2 Infrastructure main contractor background with experience in estimating / pricing projects, with a civil engineering focus (bridges, public realm, highways, utilities)., • Expert capability and knowledge of Conquest and ASTA Powerproject software is desirable., • Working knowledge of best practice solutions and optimisation of innovative ideas., • Good working knowledge of pricing and quantification methods is required., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with an ability to form effective relationships with partners under time pressure., • Experience of leading a team is desirable., • Proficiency in IT, numeracy and MS Office Basic & Estimating Systems is essential., • Membership of a relevant professional body and/or relevant professional qualification is desirable, such as RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Advisor to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Preston, initially on a 12 month FTC. This is a true generalist role where you will work as part of an established people team, playing a key role in shaping the people strategy, supporting managers, and delivering an excellent HR service to the business. Key Responsibilities: • Support with employee relations cases such as performance management, disciplinaries, grievances, and sickness absence, • Advise Managers on HR policies, procedures and employment law, • Produce HR reports with analysis for the Management team, • Assist with recruitment, including job descriptions, adverts, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding, • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across the organisation, • Work with Managers to understand training needs and create relevant content, • Support the broader people team on a variety of HR projects This is an ideal role for an enthusiastic and experienced HR Advisor who has strong employment law knowledge, along with excellent stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times. If this role sounds of interest please send your CV for immediate consideration.

Customer Marketing Insight Executive Preston, Lancashire £35,000-£40,000 + Pension + Death in Service + Perks at Work Scheme + Seasonal Meat Gifts + Free Car Park + Subsidised Canteen + Flexible Working + Professional Development Excellent opportunity for a Customer Marketing Insight Executive to join a well-established and successful manufacturing business, offering strong long-term development, hands-on commercial exposure, and the chance to work closely with some of the UK’s leading grocery retailers. This company are a leading name within their sector, known for supplying major retail customers across the UK. They operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and continued growth. Due to ongoing success, they are looking to bring in a Customer Marketing Insight Executive to support category growth and customer strategy. In this role you will be responsible for delivering customer and category insight for major retail accounts. You will analyse sales and market data, monitor consumer and industry trends, and make recommendations around ranging, merchandising, promotions, price, NPD, and wider marketing activity. The role will also involve close collaboration with internal teams including NPD, commercial, and technical, as well as regular travel to customer offices, stores, and group sites. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, with a proactive and organised approach to work. They will be comfortable interpreting data, presenting insights, and working cross-functionally to support commercial objectives. Experience in a commercial, marketing insight, or analytical role would be beneficial, alongside exposure to tools such as Kantar, AC Nielsen, or retailer EPOS data. A full clean driving licence is essential, as is the right to work and remain in the UK indefinitely. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in a commercially focused marketing insight position, joining a growing business where career potential is virtually unlimited. The Role: *Deliver customer and category insight to support growth across a major UK retail account *Analyse sales, market, and consumer data to identify trends and opportunities *Support ranging, merchandising, promotions, pricing, NPD, and marketing activity *Work closely with internal teams and visit customer offices, stores, and company sites The Person: *Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills *Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel *Experience in a commercial, insight, or analytical role is beneficial but not essential *Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel is essential Reference Number: BBBH271131

Digital Engineering Consultant (Mechanical Design Experience) NX and Teamcentre Sole UK Nationals - SC Clearable Hybrid - 3 days on site every 2 weeks (travel expense included) £60,000 - £75,000 Our Offer Are you a forward-thinking mechanical design engineer with a proven track record of bridging technical expertise and strategic consulting? We are seeking an exceptional professional who can redefine how organizations engineer and accelerate product development through cutting-edge digital tools and methodologies. At the intersection of advanced engineering and transformative consulting, we're looking for a dynamic professional who can translate complex technical capabilities into tangible business value. Your unique blend of hands-on mechanical design experience and strategic consulting skills will be critical in helping our clients revolutionize their engineering processes. We need an innovative thinker who has deep expertise in digital engineering platforms, specifically Siemens NX and Teamcenter, and the ability to not just implement tools, but to strategically configure and deploy them in ways that fundamentally transform engineering workflows. Your background in industries such as defence, where precision and innovation are paramount, will be a significant advantage. This role demands more than technical proficiency—it requires a consultant who can objectively design, lead, and deliver work packages that demonstrate how advanced digital engineering tools can dramatically accelerate product development while generating measurable business outcomes. If you're ready to be at the forefront of digital engineering transformation, we want to hear from you. Your Skills You will join a growing team of experts working on high-profile projects within the defence sector. You will use creative problem-solving skills to formulate, develop and deliver design engineering solutions. Consulting Skills: • Strategic project planning and management, • Client relationship management, • Business value assessment and articulation, • Change management expertise, • Cross-functional communication Technical/Engineering Skills: • Mechanical design engineering experience, • Advanced Siemens NX CAD software expertise, minimum 10 years, • Product lifecycle management (PLM) tools knowledge (Teamcenter), • 3D modelling and simulation capabilities Preferred Industry Experience: • Defence sector engineering, • Advanced manufacturing, • Aerospace, • Automotive engineering, • High-technology product development Key responsibilities include: • Establishing rapport and trust with clients, • Establishing yourself as an expert, • Running work packages in complex organisations – Engagement Management skills, • Delivering solutions that accelerate how clients engineer their products across the full value stream Your Profile Due to the nature of this work, we will only be able to consider sole UK nationals who are eligible for SC. If 75%+ of the criteria are met, then your application still may be considered as training and up-skilling will be provided to the right candidates. Please note that 10 Years Siemens NX and Teamcentre experience is a must. Diversity & Inclusion Capgemini Engineering recognises the benefit that having a diverse workforce brings to our projects. We value applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. In order to support diversity in our hiring process, your application will be anonymised when shared with hiring managers to be reviewed against the position. Benefits As a permanent employee of Capgemini Engineering you will have access to a range of benefits alongside your salary including an annual bonus scheme where you could share in the company’s success. You will get 25 days paid holiday outside of the bank holidays, a pension scheme with employer contributions, options for private medical cover as well as life assurance and enhanced maternity/paternity pay. For some employees you will also be eligible to take part in our impressive employee referral scheme (£3,000 per employee referred). About Us Capgemini Engineering combines, under one brand, a unique set of strengths from across the Capgemini Group: the world leading engineering and R&D services of Altran – acquired by Capgemini in 2020 - and Capgemini's digital manufacturing expertise. With broad industry knowledge and cutting-edge technologies in digital and software, Capgemini Engineering supports the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Combined with the capabilities of the rest of the Group, it helps clients to accelerate their journey towards Intelligent Industry. Capgemini Engineering has more than 52,000 engineer and scientist team members in over 30 countries across sectors including aeronautics, automotive, railways, communications, energy, life sciences, semiconductors, software & internet, space & defence, and consumer products. Capgemini Engineering is an integral part of the Capgemini Group, a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided every day by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organization of 270,000 team members in nearly 50 countries. With its strong 50-year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fuelled by the fast evolving and innovative world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering and platforms. The Group reported in 2020 global revenues of €16 billion.

I am currently supporting a client of mine with their search for an experienced HR Manager – this is a brand new role created due to business growth that will form part of an established people team. Reporting into the Group HR Director you will take a lead on delivering the people plan across the business. Key Responsibilities: • Working with the HR Director to understand the HR strategy and creating a people plan, • Partnering with key stakeholders across the business on people related issues, • Supporting Managers with recruitment, selection and talent planning, • Advising Managers on appropriate learning and development initiatives in line with employee development plans, • Continually reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures in line with legislation changes, • Handling complex and sensitive ER issues, • Leading on the full performance management process across the company, • Monitoring and driving engagement and retention strategies, • Managing compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination/processes, • Maintaining accurate HR records and reporting systems, • Promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation, • Leading on a variety of HR projects, • Promoting and maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures This role is ideal for an experienced HR generalist. A proven track record in building effective relationships with key stakeholders is essential for this role, along with strong employment law knowledge and a positive, solutions-focussed approach. If this role sounds of interest please send your CV for immediate consideration.

May - July 2026: The summer term - Teaching Rush - Primary Supply Roles Secure Your Foot in the Door for September 2026 Permanent Posts Locations: Kirkham, Warton, and Freckleton (Primary Schools) Start Date: May 2026 Daily Rate: £130 - £260 per day (Experience Dependent) Are you looking for a career reset or a strategic move toward a new permanent role in September 2026? The Summer term is the busiest month in the academic calendar. Schools across Kirkham, Warton, and Freckleton are hitting peak demand, making this the absolute best time to join the supply pool. By starting this summer term, you position yourself as a known, trusted face just as the May resignation deadline approaches giving you the "inside track" for permanent vacancies starting in the new academic year. Why March is the Strategic Choice for Your Career: Maximum Work Volume: March is historically our busiest period; we can offer consistent, local work that fits your schedule. The "September Strategy": Most permanent September vacancies are triggered by May resignations. Getting into schools now means you are first in line when those roles open up. Trial Before You Commit: Use the flexibility of supply to "test drive" different schools in the FY4 and PR4 areas before committing to a long-term contract. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the freedom of the villages of Kirkham and Freckleton without the unpaid overtime of a f...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Work Service Engineer in Samlesbury (or Warton) full time onsite Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security? Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for a Work Service Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Samlesbury on an initial 12 month contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. This role will be offering £40.90 Umbrella per hour inside IR35 The role • The successful candidate will be required to perform tasks suitable to the internal level of this role. The role will contain, but will not be limited to, the following:, • Liaising with both internal and external customer, engineering professionals, subject matter experts and professional consultancy support teams., • Interpreting the customer requirements, leading to the preparation of designs, implementing plans, specification approvals and financial business cases, • Co-ordinating with professional consultant teams and/or Construction contractors in respect of the development of defined facilities including the incorporation of plant & equipment, development of infrastructure, utilities, new buildings, site rationalisation work and the major maintenance of the Estate, • Responsible for all project design phases following the RIBA Stage Knowledge and Qualifications: • Knowledge of Construction and/or Plant & Equipment project installations, • Proven experience of managing contractors on major construction projects in full compliance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 Background This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global business that has developed a strategy of working closely with its contingent workforce. Within the role, you can expect to: Work on complex, cutting-edge projects Achieve a work/life balance Develop your skills APPLY NOW If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Send your CV to Stella today! JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Estimator Due to continued growth and a planned future retirement, our client is seeking an ambitious Senior Estimator or an experienced Estimator ready to take the next step to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a highly respected construction business. This is a long‑term career opportunity, offering progression, influence, and genuine succession planning not just another role. About the Company Established for over 15 years £40m turnover and growing Excellent reputation across the North West Projects include: Residential developments (mid‑ and high‑rise) Commercial and industrial new‑build schemes The business is known for quality delivery, repeat clients, and a forward‑thinking leadership team. The Role You will take ownership of the full estimating function, including: Preparation of bills of quantities Cost planning and tender preparation Supporting and mentoring an estimating team Contributing to pre‑construction strategy Playing a key role in succession planning and future growth This position offers real autonomy and the chance to shape how the department evolves. What’s on Offer Very lucrative salary and benefits package Clear pathway into Pre‑Construction / Senior Leadership Long‑term stability within a growing business * ...

Senior Associate / Partner Level Building Surveyor A rare leadership opportunity within a respected independent consultancy An established multi disciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation across the North West is looking to appoint a Senior Associate or Partner level Building Surveyor following the retirement of a long standing senior leader. This is the kind of opportunity that rarely comes to market. You’ll join a collaborative consultancy environment where senior people still have genuine visibility, influence and autonomy. No layers of corporate hierarchy. No siloed workload. Just broad, high quality Building Surveying work and the chance to play a meaningful role in the future growth of the business. What you’ll be doing • Leading Building Surveying instructions across diverse sectors • Managing key client relationships and repeat business • Delivering project led work including contract administration and design • Mentoring and developing junior surveyors • Supporting growth of professional services and wider business strategy • Playing a visible leadership role within the consultancy Projects & sectors You’ll work across commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, residential, retail and public sector instructions including live environments, framework projects, refurbishments, major works and specialist schemes. Clients span both public and private sector org...

HR Advisor (Maternity Cover – Fixed Term Contract)- Preston 📍 UK (Multi-site support role)- Head office Preston, Lancashire 💼 Full-time | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) 💰 £30,000 – £33,000 per annum + benefits 🌟 About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading organisation within the FMCG sector, with a proud heritage of over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £170m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK locations, delivering essential products to a diverse customer base. Known for combining national scale with a local, customer-first approach, they continue to grow and evolve within a fast-paced industry. 🎯 The Opportunity We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic HR Advisor to join the team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a true generalist HR role, working closely with the HR Manager, Group HR Director, and wider HR team. You’ll play a key part in supporting managers, delivering training, and driving people initiatives across the business. 🔧 Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of the HR strategy and people initiatives Create engaging training content using authoring tools Deliver learning & development sessions to managers and teams Monitor and evaluate training effectivenes...

Subcontract Procurement Buyer Location: Preston (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Package Job Type: Permanent We are partnering with a leading infrastructure organisation delivering major long-term programmes across the UK. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued investment in critical infrastructure and environmental improvement, they are seeking an experienced Subcontract Procurement Buyer to support ongoing delivery. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business working on complex, high-value projects that directly impact communities, sustainability, and essential infrastructure. This role suits a procurement professional with proven subcontract buying experience who thrives in a structured, project environment. You will take ownership of subcontract procurement across multiple projects, working in a hybrid model with 2-3 days per week on site, collaborating closely with delivery, engineering, and commercial teams. The position offers long-term stability, exposure to technically challenging work, and the opportunity to contribute to procurement strategy within a growing organisation. Key Responsibilities Managing the end-to-end subcontract procurement process Sourcing and procuring subcontract packages Preparing and issuing RFQs/ITTs and managing tenders Evaluating subcontractor submissions to ensure value, compliance, and risk control Negotiating subcontract ...

Job Advertisement: Branch Manager Location: Preston Are you a passionate leader ready to make a significant impact in our community? Our client is seeking a dedicated Direct Distribution Branch Manager to join their Preston Branch. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-driven individual focused on developing and inspiring a team to achieve service excellence. Key Responsibilities: Support the organisation's Direct Distribution Strategy by proactively generating leads for new business. Identify, assess, and mitigate risks in accordance with the organisation's risk management framework and regulatory requirements. Achieve and exceed agreed objectives, contributing to the organisation's strategic plan. Ensure positive member outcomes by applying the principles of Consumer Duty consistently. Manage member complaints effectively, ensuring timely resolutions and appropriate escalation. Oversee branch quality assurance checks and ensure compliance with control procedures. Build external relationships and explore new partnerships to enhance the organisation's presence in the community. Maintain accurate People HR records, including sickness, annual leave, and performance reviews. Foster a culture of accountability and service excellence within the team.What You Will Bring: Minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. ...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Advisor to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Preston, initially on a 12 month FTC. This is a true generalist role where you will work as part of an established people team, playing a key role in shaping the people strategy, supporting managers, and delivering an excellent HR service to the business. Key Responsibilities: • Support with employee relations cases such as performance management, disciplinaries, grievances, and sickness absence, • Advise Managers on HR policies, procedures and employment law, • Produce HR reports with analysis for the Management team, • Assist with recruitment, including job descriptions, adverts, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding, • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across the organisation, • Work with Managers to understand training needs and create relevant content, • Support the broader people team on a variety of HR projects This is an ideal role for an enthusiastic and experienced HR Advisor who has strong employment law knowledge, along with excellent stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times. If this role sounds of interest please send your CV for immediate consideration. AMRT1_UKTJ ...

Senior Estimator – Civil Engineering Preston | Full Time We are working with a well-established Civil Engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering infrastructure projects across the North West and wider UK. Due to continued growth and a healthy order book, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team based in Preston. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering projects across highways, structures, bridges, public realm, rail and utilities, with project values ranging from £100k to £10m. The Role You will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of competitive tender submissions, working closely with operational and delivery teams to secure future projects. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed civil engineering estimates from first principles Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering options Liaise with subcontractors and supply chain partners for quotations Prepare construction programmes and methodologies Coordinate tender submissions and internal adjudication processes Support bid strategy and commercial discussions Produce accurate cost plans and pricing submissions Work closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth project handovers Follow up submitted tenders and maintain client relationships Requiremen...

Health and Safety Manager £52,000 Leyland Days Only (Mon-Fri) gap technical are seeking an experienced, proactive Head of Health and Safety to provide strategic leadership and drive continuous improvement across one of clients organisations. This is a pivotal role with responsibility for setting and maintaining high health and safety standards, ensuring full legislative compliance, and embedding a robust, proactive safety culture across all operations. Performance Objectives • Lead and continually develop the site's Health & Safety strategy, policies, and procedures., • Ensure compliance with all UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, DSEAR, COSHH, RIDDOR, and related food sector safety requirements, • Conduct and oversee risk assessments covering machinery, manual handling, chemicals, DSE, noise and warehouse operations, • Manage and oversee all liability claims (employee, employer, and public), working closely with insurers, legal advisors, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely responses, and effective resolution, • Lead accident and incident investigations, ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actions, • Oversee contractor management and ensure compliance with permit to work systems and safe systems of work

SALES MANAGER Based Lancashire Package Up To £65K Base + Bonus + Car + Benefits + Possible Equity REF-166CVL Company Description Our client is a well-established and leading manufacturer of Rubber and elastomeric products, components and bespoke solutions, primarily for the Oil & Gas, Industrial & Chemical, Defence, Rail and Marine Safety markets. The business is embarking on an exciting period of change and they currently seek to appoint a talented, experienced and hands on Sales Manager, with future leadership potential, who can deliver business growth and profitability. The Role Reporting to the MD you will take responsibility for developing and executing sales strategy in order to maximise sales, drive growth and profitability and enhance customer satisfaction levels. You will also be accountable for: Developing a strategic plan to target and win new business. Leading from the front, developing major accounts and driving new customer acquisition, retention and loyalty. Cross sell existing products to similar markets as well as broadening the product offering. Working closely with the MD and Technical Director to overview development of new products and assessing their commercial viability. Build and lead a strong sales team with a focus on people development. Operational reporting, weekly forecasting and budget/P&L management. * Drive the business to the next level. The...

Category Insight ExecutiveLocation | Pay | Hours | Days of Week working | PermanentIntroduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Category Insight Executive to join our client, a leading UK food manufacturing business in order to support one of the UK's largest grocery retailers. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in category, insights, and commercial strategy, with direct exposure to a major retail account and the chance to influence real business decisions. please dont change the words Key Duties: • Analyse sales, EPOS and market data to identify trends and opportunities., • Deliver category insights to support ranging, pricing, promotions and NPD., • Monitor consumer behaviour and market trends using tools such as Kantar/Nielsen., • Support the development of category strategies to drive growth., • Conduct store visits and competitor analysis to benchmark performance., • Work cross-functionally to support commercial and product initiatives., • Build strong relationships with internal teams and external retail partners.Requirements:, • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and present data clearly., • Confident communicator with good stakeholder engagement skills., • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities....

Overview We are seeking a Business Unit Director to lead and grow a strategically critical nuclear business unit within Expleo's UK operation. This role combines front-end market leadership and business winning with full accountability for operational delivery, financial performance and team leadership. This is not a pure sales role - and not a delivery-only leadership position. You will own the full lifecycle: shaping market strategy, winning complex work, building trusted client partnerships, and ensuring programmes are delivered safely, profitably and to the highest nuclear standards. You will operate as a senior leader within the nuclear leadership community, responsible for translating market opportunity into a scalable, high-performing business unit with strong culture, capability depth and repeatable growth. The Role As Business Unit Director, you hold end-to-end accountability for a defined nuclear portfolio, including: • Business growth and market positioning, • Winning and securing major programmes and frameworks, • Operational delivery performance and client outcomes, • Financial results (revenue, margin, cost and risk), • Leadership, development and engagement of multidisciplinary teams You will work closely with executive leadership, delivery leaders, engineering authorities and commercial teams to ensure Expleo is positioned as a long-term s...

Reliability Engineer Salary: £50,000 + Pension + Overtime Shift Pattern: DAYS 8am 4pm Location: Preston Reference: Jo7099/LW The Company My client is one of the UKs leading manufacturers within its field of food based packaging products and associated processes. The group is a well established producer to the European markets and have been established over 30 years. The site in Preston is looking once again to expand due to further investment, within this secure organisation. Key Responsibilities • Asset Reliability & Performance, • Root Cause & Loss Elimination, • Maintenance Strategy & Standards, • Predictive & Condition Based Maintenance, • Engineering & Operations Collaboration, • Reporting & Governance, • Reduction in unplanned downtime on assets in ...

Authorising Engineer (Healthcare - Building Services) Preston & North West (Hybrid - Office, Home & Site Based) Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Job Ref: 38273 We are looking for an Authorising Engineer with a strong Mechanical and/or Electrical Building Services background to join a specialist healthcare compliance consultancy operating across the North West. This is a key position within a growing technical team focused on supporting NHS Trusts and healthcare providers in maintaining safe, compliant, and operationally resilient healthcare environments. The business has an established reputation within the Healthcare sector, supporting acute hospitals, mental health facilities, community healthcare buildings, and specialist clinical environments. Their work centres around statutory compliance, HTM guidance, critical infrastructure, and risk management across existing healthcare estates. This is a highly client-facing role where you will act as a trusted technical advisor to healthcare estates teams, supporting compliance strategy, governance, auditing, and technical assurance. You will work closely with Authorised Persons, Responsible Persons, Estates Managers, and external contractors to ensure systems are operating safely and in accordance with current healthcare guidance and legislation. Your role will involve carrying out technical audits and compliance reviews across critical building services systems, including mechani...

I am currently supporting a client of mine with their search for an experienced HR Manager - this is a brand new role created due to business growth that will form part of an established people team. Reporting into the Group HR Director you will take a lead on delivering the people plan across the business. Key Responsibilities: • Working with the HR Director to understand the HR strategy and creating a people plan, • Partnering with key stakeholders across the business on people related issues, • Supporting Managers with recruitment, selection and talent planning, • Advising Managers on appropriate learning and development initiatives in line with employee development plans, • Continually reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures in line with legislation changes, • Handling complex and sensitive ER issues, • Leading on the full performance management process across the company, • Monitoring and driving engagement and retention strategies, • Managing compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination/processes, • Maintaining accurate HR records and reporting systems, • Promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation, • Leading on a variety of HR projects, • Promoting and maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures This role is ideal for an experienced HR generalist....

Pay up to £105,077, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and a strong work-life balance. Are you ready to lead architecture decisions that directly affect how millions of people access vital public services? Join DWP Digital's as a Lead Technical Architect in Digital Workspaces. This service looks after the tools, technologies and services that enable people to do their jobs securely and effectively. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping secure, modern and user-friendly end-user computing services, working across complex, large-scale environments and supporting major initiatives that enable colleagues across DWP to deliver better outcomes for citizens. This is a senior leadership role where you'll set architectural direction, govern designs, and provide trusted advice to senior stakeholders. You'll influence technology choices across cloud, on-prem and hybrid landscapes, ensuring solutions are resilient, scalable and aligned to DWP strategy - while inspiring and guiding other architects to deliver at pace and at scale. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? • Experience designing technology solutions across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments, covering areas like networking, security, middleware, databases and integrations, • A strong understanding of architecture principles, patterns and standards, and how to apply them to real-world problems, • Ability to turn business needs into clear technical designs, and explain how those designs meet requirements in a way stakeholders can easily understand, • Experience using architecture modelling techniques and tools to design and communicate complex systems, • Strong knowledge of End User Computing (EUC), including at least two of: device provisioning and management, Zero Trust, SASE networking, application delivery, or cloud identity, • An understanding of data and analytics in an EUC context, using insights to drive continuous improvement (knowledge of tools like Power BI, MS Fabric or Splunk is a plus), • Hands-on experience with EUC virtualisation, including both desktop (VDI) and session-based (SBC) solutions, delivered on-prem or in the cloud and at scale, • Deep understanding of either Windows or macOS, with the ability to choose the right device and operating system for different user needs (experience with ChromeOS or Linux desktops is desirable) You and your role As a Lead Technical Architect, you'll operate at the highest level of technical leadership within DWP Digital. Your work will shape the Digital Workspace services that thousands of colleagues rely on every day to support millions of citizens across the UK. You'll design and govern complex EUC and Digital Workspace solutions, ensuring they are secure, reliable and aligned to DWP's long-term strategy. From defining architectural options and setting standards, to solving high-risk technical challenges, your judgement and expertise will directly influence how technology is adopted and evolved across the organisation. Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You'll work closely with product teams, engineers, security specialists, delivery leads and senior leaders, helping them make informed decisions and navigate complexity. You'll also play a key role in architecture governance - presenting designs, challenging assumptions, and ensuring that solutions meet both user needs and organisational goals. Beyond delivery, this is a leadership role. You'll mentor other architects, promote best practice, and help grow architectural capability across DWP Digital. You'll succeed if you enjoy working at scale, thrive in complex environments, and are motivated by creating technology that genuinely improves how public services are delivered and experienced. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool or Manchester, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to We offer pay up to £105,077. That's £80,267 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £24,810 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97% Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: • Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies, • Time off volunteering and charitable giving, • Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP', • Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more, • Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference, • Sports and social activities, • Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: • DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards, • Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024, • Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025, • Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Online interview: a remote interview online with a presentation. In person interview: Face to face at either Blackpool or Manchester Click APPLYfor more information and to start your application. JBRP1_UKTJ

This is a senior, high-impact role where you'll own the full customer relationship, from strategy and planning through to execution and performance delivery-working closely with internal teams and external partners to unlock growth. Driving innovation and NPD success, using strong influencing and se

ServiceNow Technical Architect - DV Cleared Location: Remote (UK-based with travel to client sites) Salary: £90,000 £110,000 per annum + 10% annual bonus Clearance: Must hold active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance We are seeking an experienced ServiceNow Technical Architect to join a high-performing delivery team, leading the design and delivery of complex ServiceNow solutions across enterprise and public sector environments. This is a remote role with UK-based travel to client sites as required. This is a senior, client-facing position suited to a technical leader who combines deep platform expertise with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You will define architectural direction, guide delivery teams, and play a critical role in shaping large-scale ServiceNow programmes. Key Responsibilities Architectural Leadership • Lead end-to-end technical design across ServiceNow implementations, with a focus on ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB, • Define architecture standards, integration patterns, and platform strategy across engagements, • Produce high-quality solution architecture and design documentation, • Ensure all solutions align with best practices, are scalable, and remain upgrade-safe Delivery & Technical Governance • Act as the senior technical escalation point across the full delivery lifecycle, • Conduct design and code reviews, ensuring quality and consistency, • Identify and mitigate technical risks across programmes, • Oversee platform health including performance, instance strategy, and upgrade planning Client Engagement & Pre-Sales • Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, • Lead solution workshops, scoping sessions, and architectural discussions, • Translate complex requirements into clear, deliverable technical solutions, • Support pre-sales activities including proposals and demonstrations Leadership & Practice Development • Mentor and develop consultants across the technical team, • Contribute to best practices, reusable assets, and internal capability development, • Stay current with ServiceNow platform innovations, including AI capabilities, • Help shape the ongoing growth and maturity of the technical practice Skills & Experience • Proven experience as a ServiceNow Technical Architect or senior technical lead, • Deep expertise across ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB / CSDM, • Strong understanding of ServiceNow architecture including integrations (REST/SOAP/MID Server), data model, and security, • Hands-on development capability across Flows, Business Rules, Script Includes, UI Policies, and custom applications, • Experience delivering complex, enterprise-scale solutions end-to-end, • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, • Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences, • Must hold active DV security clearance, • ServiceNow certifications such as CSA and CIS-ITSM (CTA desirable) Desirable • ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or working towards, • Experience with AI/ML capabilities within the ServiceNow platform, • Background in public sector, defence, or highly regulated environments, • Additional ServiceNow certifications across ITOM or other modules, • Knowledge of ITIL frameworks Benefits • Private medical insurance, • Death in service cover, • Ongoing training and certification support, • 10% annual bonus, • Share scheme This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact ServiceNow programmes, influence architectural direction, and play a central role in delivering innovative solutions within a secure environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Title: Data Lead Pay of £75,026 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. Are you ready to step into a leadership role where you can harness data to drive influence, innovation and meaningful improvement? Do you want to use one of the UK's richest data environments to shape the customer journey for millions of people? DWP is the UK's largest government department supporting individuals into work and delivering over £195 billion in payments each year to some of the most vulnerable members of society. As Data Lead for Working Age Services you will play a vital role in shaping and delivering its data strategy. You will lead the development of multidisciplinary data capability across Working Age Services identifying priority skills and championing their adoption across both data teams and wider digital stakeholders. Drawing on your technical expertise you will provide strategic insight into how data can be used to deliver key outcomes and improve services. This is a transformative period for Working Age Services Data as DWP introduces a new 'hub and spoke' model. This role will play a pivotal part in driving a successful transition and fostering a modern, data-driven culture. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? • Proven experience in strategic data leadership with the ability to define and deliver a clear vision that aligns with organisational priorities, enhances data services and drives data-led decision-making at scale., • Strong leadership and capability-building skills with experience of leading, developing and motivating multidisciplinary data teams through both direct and matrix management, while fostering high-performing and inclusive environments., • Proven ability to influence and collaborate with experience of engaging senior stakeholders, building trusted relationships across DWP and wider sectors and aligning diverse groups around shared data goals., • Excellent communication and analytical skills with a strong ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision-making. Proven experience in governance and risk management with accountability for ensuring data is managed effectively, compliantly and in a way that balances control with innovation. You and your role As a Data Lead you will establish and lead a core team of data professionals to deliver DWP's Data Strategy within Working Age Services (WAS). You will identify gaps across people, products, practices and develop a targeted programme of work to strengthen data capability. Alongside directly managing members of your core team, you will also lead a broader network through a matrix management approach. As a senior leader you will work closely with the G6 Lead Data Scientist and G6 Lead Delivery Manager to provide joined-up leadership across all data activity within WAS. You will drive the implementation of the DWP data strategy ensuring strong governance, compliance and collaboration across teams and stakeholders. As a strategic influencer, you will partner with senior colleagues across WAS and the wider DWP to shape and deliver data priorities ensuring business needs are continuously met. You will also lead on data-related communications and upskilling promoting a culture where data is understood valued and effectively used to improve outcomes. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £75,026 to £92,522 Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £23,253 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: • Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies, • Time off volunteering and charitable giving, • Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP', • Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more, • Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference, • Sports and social activities, • Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: • DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards, • Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024, • Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025, • Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: • Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through., • Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application JBRP1_UKTJ

Head of Operations (Food / Manufacturing) £60,000 - £65,000 + Annual Bonus + Training + Progression + Enhanced Holidays + Autonomy + Company Benefits Preston Are you an operations leader from a food manufacturing background, looking to join a growing manufacturer where you can drive continuous improvement, influence company strategy, and lead a large production operation? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established food manufacturer with a strong reputation across the UK and international markets. The company is investing heavily into its operations and is looking for a hands-on leader to help improve efficiency, develop teams, and support future growth. In this role, you'll oversee manufacturing and packing operations across the site, driving lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives while managing production managers and operational teams. You'll work closely with senior leadership on operational strategy, process improvements, capital projects, and overall site performance. The ideal candidate will come from a food manufacturing or FMCG background, with experience leading production operations and implementing lean and CI principles within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Role: • Leading manufacturing and packing operations within a food production facility, • Driving lea...

ServiceNow Technical Architect - DV Cleared Contract Location: Remote (UK-based with travel to client sites) Day rate: £600 - £700 per day Inside IR35 Clearance: Must hold active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance We are seeking an experienced ServiceNow Technical Architect to join a high-performing delivery team, leading the design and delivery of complex ServiceNow solutions across enterprise and public sector environments. This is a remote role with UK-based travel to client sites as required. This is a senior, client-facing position suited to a technical leader who combines deep platform expertise with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You will define architectural direction, guide delivery teams, and play a critical role in shaping large-scale ServiceNow programmes. Key Responsibilities Architectural Leadership • Lead end-to-end technical design across ServiceNow implementations, with a focus on ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB, • Define architecture standards, integration patterns, and platform strategy across engagements, • Produce high-quality solution architecture and design documentation, • Ensure all solutions align with best practices, are scalable, and remain upgrade-safe Delivery & Technical Governance • Act as the senior technical escalation point across the full delivery lifecycle, • Conduct design and code reviews, ensuring quality and consistency, • Identify and mitigate technical risks across programmes, • Oversee platform health including performance, instance strategy, and upgrade planning Client Engagement & Pre-Sales • Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, • Lead solution workshops, scoping sessions, and architectural discussions, • Translate complex requirements into clear, deliverable technical solutions, • Support pre-sales activities including proposals and demonstrations Leadership & Practice Development • Mentor and develop consultants across the technical team, • Contribute to best practices, reusable assets, and internal capability development, • Stay current with ServiceNow platform innovations, including AI capabilities, • Help shape the ongoing growth and maturity of the technical practice Skills & Experience • Proven experience as a ServiceNow Technical Architect or senior technical lead, • Deep expertise across ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB / CSDM, • Strong understanding of ServiceNow architecture including integrations (REST/SOAP/MID Server), data model, and security, • Hands-on development capability across Flows, Business Rules, Script Includes, UI Policies, and custom applications, • Experience delivering complex, enterprise-scale solutions end-to-end, • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, • Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences, • Must hold active DV security clearance, • ServiceNow certifications such as CSA and CIS-ITSM (CTA desirable) Desirable • ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or working towards, • Experience with AI/ML capabilities within the ServiceNow platform, • Background in public sector, defence, or highly regulated environments, • Additional ServiceNow certifications across ITOM or other modules, • Knowledge of ITIL frameworks This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact ServiceNow programmes, influence architectural direction, and play a central role in delivering innovative solutions within a secure environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career. JBRP1_UKTJ

About the Role Spyrosoft Group is opening a new chapter in its growth expanding into the Agritech/AgTech domain. Were combining our proven technical excellence with a focus on agricultural innovation and digital transformation. To support this strategic initiative, were looking for a Business Unit Consultant who will play a pivotal role in shaping, growing, and representing this new area of our business. Youll act as a key consultant and advisor, helping define our market approach, engage clients, and co-create impactful solutions that bring real value to the agriculture sector. This role combines technical insight, consulting mindset, and business acumen ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology and industry expertise. Your Responsibilities Pre-sales & Business Development Drive pre-sales activities: prepare offers, shape solution concepts, and participate in client presentations. Collaborate with delivery and sales teams to create strong proposals and project concepts. Support the creation of go-to-market strategies and early partnerships within the Agritech ecosystem. Consulting & Client Advisory Act as a trusted advisor for our Agritech clients, understanding their business models and technological challenges. Lead discovery sessions to define client needs and design high-impact, feasible solutions. Bridge business and technical perspectives to deliver value-driven outcomes. Technical & Domain Expertise Bring a strong understanding of the agriculture industry from precision farming through autonomization and robotization, to agri-data systems and Farm Management Platforms. Use your technical acumen to analyze solution architectures and engage in meaningful discussions with both business and engineering teams. Help define Spyrosofts technical roadmap in the Agritech area. Internal Enablement Build internal knowledge of the Agritech domain and inspire cross-functional teams. Work directly with the initiative leaders to shape the business strategy, priorities, and client engagement model. What Were Looking For Domain Knowledge: Practical experience in IT in agriculture and Agritech, with understanding of sector-specific challenges and opportunities. Technical Acumen: Ability to comprehend and discuss technical architectures, product development, IoT systems, data-driven platforms, and AI applications. Consulting Mindset: Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills; ability to drive discovery and co-create solutions with clients. Client Focus: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; confident in building relationships and managing discussions at multiple stakeholder levels. Business Development Experience: Proven record of supporting or leading pre-sales activities. Language Skills: Fluent in English. Location: UK Preferred Experience Wed be especially interested in candidates with: Background in agriculture, agricultural technology, or related industries (e.g. agri-data, crop management, livestock monitoring, or farm automation). Experience working with IoT solutions, sensor networks, or data analytics platforms relevant to the agriculture value chain. Understanding of AI/ML applications in yield prediction, soil monitoring, or precision farming. Familiarity with sustainability and environmental impact technologies. Prior consulting experience within technology, innovation, or digital transformation projects. Connections or experience in the European Agritech market ecosystem (startups, cooperatives, or research initiatives). Recruitment Process Introductory Screening A short online meeting with Recruiter to discuss your background, experiences and professional expectations. Meeting with Initiative Leader A 1.5-hour in-depth conversation focusing on your technical understanding, consulting approach, and alignment with our goals. Why Join Spyrosoft? Be part of a strategic new initiative within a fast-growing international technology group. Shape the foundation and direction of our Agritech unit. Work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with autonomy and real impact. Engage with forward-thinking clients and work on cutting-edge Agritech innovations. JBRP1_UKTJ

Head of Events - Delivery & Systems We are looking for an experienced and drivenHead of Events - Delivery & Systems to lead the successful delivery of FSBs events strategy. This is a key leadership role with end-to-end responsibility for our online events and webinars, while also overseeing support for local in-person events through a dedicated team of EventCo-coordinators. You will play a critical part in ensuring high-quality event delivery, driving engagement, and maximising commercial opportunities. Key Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of FSBs events strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational goals, • Manage and develop a team of EventCo-coordinatorsto achieve objectives and KPIs, • Oversee all online events and webinar delivery, ensuring a seamless user experience, • Manage and optimise the events software platform, resolving issues and working with IT on developments, • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including sponsors and partners, • Support the delivery of in-person events alongside field teams, • Develop and maintain event policies, guidance, GDPR compliance and customer processes, • Maximise income generation, lead generation and member retention through events, • Handle event-related enquiries and complaints with a focus on excellent customer service, • Monitor, analyse and report on event performance and KPIs, • Manage budgets in line with departmental requirements About You You are a strategic thinker with strong leadership capability and a passion for delivering high-quality events and customer experiences. Essential experience and skills: • Proven experience delivering an events strategy at a strategic level, including KPI management, • Experience managing remote teams effectively, • Strong background in online events platforms and systems management, • Experience supporting and delivering in-person events, • Competence in management information systems and Microsoft Office, • Experience handling customer enquiries and resolving complaints, • Ability to create engaging event marketing content for digital and local channels, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, • Event management or CMI qualification/training Desirable: • Experience working in a remote or home-based environment, • Understanding of the challenges and needs of small businesses Personal Attributes • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence across teams, • Proactive, solutions-focused approach, • High standards and a passion for delivering excellence, • Flexible and adaptable mindset Additional Requirements • Willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional evenings and weekends., • Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle for business use., • A suitable home office environment aligned to the needs of the role., • This role involves working from the Blackpool office two days per week. Why Join Us? At FSB, youll be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real difference to small businesses across the UK. We offer a supportive and flexible working environment where your ideas and leadership will have a tangible impact. What We Offer In addition to a fulfilling career with FSB,youll also benefit from: • 26 days holidays per year plus bank holidays with the option to buy 3 days with your Annual Flex Pot*, • Annual Flex Pot* to spend on benefits including additional pension, additional holidays, additional critical illness cover, additional life cover, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership, • Health cash plan*(Access to claim back numerous benefits, including towards dental treatment, optical, chiropody, physiotherapy, counselling, health and wellbeing), • Critical illness and income protection insurance*, • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, • Access to an employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders, • Group Personal Pension (GPP) *Applicable on completion of probationary period and subject to terms Why Join Us? Youll be part of a supportive, innovative team where your expertise will directly influence the quality and success of key systems and services. Were passionate about continuous improvement, investing in our people, and delivering real value to the business. Since 1974, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has been the trusted voice of millions of small businesses and self-employed individuals across the UK. We are dedicated to helping our members start, run, and grow their businesses with confidence. Through expert advice, market-leading benefits, and tailored local support, we empower entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. We also champion the interests of small businesses by campaigning on the issues that matter most ensuring their voices are heard where it counts and driving positive change across the business landscape. Additional Information? All applicants must be able to provide at interview stage their highest education certificates as listed on their CV and verification of their eligibility to work in the UK. As an equal?opportunities?employer, FSB is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination?on the basis of?age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is?a strong case?for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees can bring their whole self to work. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply and join FSB. Candidates with a disability who require reasonable adjustments should contact the HR department. Applicants are advised to?apply early. We reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications are received. If you are successful and short listed for interview you will be contacted by email. JBRP1_UKTJ

HR Advisor (Maternity Cover – Fixed Term Contract)- Preston UK (Multi-site support role)- Head office Preston, Lancashire Full-time | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) £30,000 – £33,000 per annum + benefits About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading organisation within the FMCG sector, with a proud heritage of over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £170m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK locations, delivering essential products to a diverse customer base. Known for combining national scale with a local, customer-first approach, they continue to grow and evolve within a fast-paced industry. The Opportunity We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic HR Advisor to join the team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a true generalist HR role, working closely with the HR Manager, Group HR Director, and wider HR team. You’ll play a key part in supporting managers, delivering training, and driving people initiatives across the business. Key Responsibilities • Support the delivery of the HR strategy and people initiatives, • Create engaging training content using authoring tools, • Deliver learning & develop...

Were recruiting an Engineering Manager to lead from the front, empower, and inspire a high performing multi-disciplinary Engineering team at our busy manufacturing facility. At our Lancaster facility, youll lead Engineering best practice across our Paper Mill and Paper Converting environments, demonstrating strong electrical bias alongside solid mechanical expertise. This location features both a heavy industrial environment (paper machine, high voltage pumps, recycling processes, and a control room), and an FMCG-style production area (with 2 converting lines producing product from parent reel to finished goods). About the Role You will play a leading role in driving Continuous Improvement and reliability, and own CAPEX projects from concept to delivery, and influence site strategy, safety, and investment decisions. Budgetary management will be a key part of the role, so well rely on your expertise in this area, backed by your commercial acumen. Benefits • Company pension, • Life assurance, • Sick pay, • Free company products, • Free on-site parking, • Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts, • Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service, • Free early access to pay scheme, • Salary sacrifice schemes, • Employee referral scheme Requirements About you: Were seeking a hands-on people leader who can effectively manage urgent priorities and strategic objectives, and carry out frequent Gemba walks to maintain a visible presence and understand shopfloor challenges and priorities. You lead by example, you demonstrate humility and integrity, and foster these qualities across the team while challenging behaviours and actions when required to prioritise safety, quality, sustainability, and morale. Your background is Multiskilled (Electrically biased) You are Degree qualified (or equivalent) in at least one Engineering discipline Experience in an FMCG and/or heavy industrial manufacturing environment Electrically astute including strong understanding and experience with PLC fault finding and ladder logic, updates, DCS systems, SCADA software, fixed wire texting, PAT testing, and heavy high voltage pumps Mechanically astute including experience building, maintaining, repairing, or replacing/fitting gearboxes, shafts, centrifugal pumps, and MIG/TIG welding JBRP1_UKTJ

HR Manager- Preston UK (Multi-site role)- Head office Preston Full-time and Permanent | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) £45,000 – £50,000 per annum + benefits About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading national distributor within the fmcg sector, with a successful heritage spanning over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £150m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK sites, delivering a wide range of products to businesses of all sizes from independent operators to large-scale organisations. Blending local expertise with national scale, the company is known for its strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and commitment to innovation in a fast-moving industry. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s People Plan. Working closely with the Group HR Director, you’ll take a hands-on, strategic and operational role, supporting managers across the business while driving best practice in people management and employment law compliance. Key Responsibilities • Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategy aligned to business goals, • Lead end-to-end recruitment and workforce...

HR Manager- Preston 📍 UK (Multi-site role)- Head office Preston 💼 Full-time and Permanent | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) 💰 £45,000 – £50,000 per annum + benefits 🌟 About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading national distributor within the fmcg sector, with a successful heritage spanning over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £150m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK sites, delivering a wide range of products to businesses of all sizes from independent operators to large-scale organisations. Blending local expertise with national scale, the company is known for its strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and commitment to innovation in a fast-moving industry. 🎯 The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s People Plan. Working closely with the Group HR Director, you’ll take a hands-on, strategic and operational role, supporting managers across the business while driving best practice in people management and employment law compliance. 🔧 Key Responsibilities Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategy aligned to business goals Lead end-to-end recruitment and workforce planning Oversee onboarding, train...

Our client is looking for a Purchasing Manager whos ready to step up. Not someone coasting, but someone who wants to build, improve, and grow within a business. This role sits at the heart of a complex manufacturing environment, where supply chain performance really matters. Youll take ownership of purchasing strategy, supplier relationships, and long-term agreements, with the opportunity to shape ... JBRN1_UKTJ

Outsource UK are recruiting aBranch Manager to lead a customer-focused branch team and support the delivery of an ambitious Direct Distribution Strategy. Ensure branch manager controls are completed in line with the Control Manual.

You'll work closely with architects and senior stakeholders to align solutions with long-term strategy while also supporting live services that underpin critical business functions.

As a Category Development Executive, you will play a key role in driving category performance and supporting the delivery of our Winning in Market strategy. Working closely with Trade Marketing, including Revenue Growth Management, Customer Category Development and Shoppe.

CRM Executive | Lancashire | up to £35k, 25 days holiday, Bonus, Paid birthday A leading UK luxury retail brand is looking for a CRM Executive to join their Digital and Brand Experience team. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for someone passionate about customer engagement, data-led marketing and delivering high-impact CRM campaigns across multiple channels. As a CRM Executive, you'll play a key role in shaping how customers connect with the brand across email, SMS and direct mail, driving acquisition, retention and long-term customer value. Key Responsibilities In the position of CRM Executive: Plan, deliver and optimise CRM campaigns across email, SMS and direct mail Manage lifecycle and automated customer journeys end-to-end Coordinate campaign timelines, creative briefs, approvals and deployment schedules Use customer segmentation to improve engagement and targeting Monitor campaign performance and turn data into clear insights and recommendations Support database growth strategies across online and offline channels Reduce churn and improve customer retention through targeted activity Ensure compliance with CRM regulations and best practices across all channels Collaborate closely with marketing, digital and wider business teams Manage budgets, track spend and identify opportunities to improve ROI This CRM Executive position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining creativity with data. You'll be hands-on in campaign delivery while also influencing CRM strategy through insights and performance analysis. What We're Looking For: Experience in CRM marketing within a fast-paced environment Hands-on delivery of email, SMS and direct mail campaigns Strong analytical skills with confidence interpreting customer data Advanced Excel skills (reporting, data manipulation, insights) Experience with CRM platforms such as Bloomreach (or similar ESPs) Google Analytics (or equivalent web analytics tools) Strong organisation, prioritisation and time management skills Ability to work independently and make confident decisions Strong communication and collaboration skills As a CRM Executive, you'll be joining a people-first business with a strong reputation for customer experience, long-term thinking and meaningful engagement. You'll be trusted to own your work, bring ideas to the table and help shape how customers experience the brand at every stage of their journey. Apply now to be considered. BH36052 JBRP1_UKTJ

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. Join a multi-award-winning consultancy where your leadership and technical expertise will drive innovation, influence strategy and deliver real environmental impact. As the na

You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, including business process modelling, stakeholder analysis, and requirements engineering, while building practical experience with real-world case studies.

The Role As Lead Product Owner, you will take ownership of product management strategy, governance, and delivery assurance across complex digital portfolios. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve product ownership frameworks, governance models, and delivery standards Lead end-to-end delivery of com

About the Role We are seeking a driven and commercially minded Business Development Executive with a background in construction or civil engineering.The role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, building client relationships, and supporting the growth of our project pipeline across inf

The role entails leading market strategy, winning projects, and ensuring operational excellence while balancing safety and quality. Expleo is seeking a Business Unit Director to oversee a critical nuclear business unit in the UK.

Responsibilities Business Unit Leadership & Strategy Own and lead a defined nuclear business unit with full P&L accountability Develop and execute a clear business unit strategy aligned to UK nuclear market priorities and Expleo’s wider growth objectives Set growth targets, delivery plans and capa

We have a fantastic opportunity to join the Executive Office within the Strategy, Transformation, and Assurance Directorate. You’ll handle all administrative activities on behalf of the Business Manager and Executive Coordination Managers. You will provide cover for the Executive Director’s PA o