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Senior Digital Marketer (Contract) | Manchester | Hybrid (2 days/week in office) | £200-£300/day | SEO, PPC | 1 Month + Contract \n We're working with a full-service marketing agency that's looking for anexperienced Senior Digital Marketer to join their digital team on a 3 month contract basis. \n Reporting directly to the Head of Digital, this role offer the chance to lead multi-channel strategies, manage client campaigns end-to-end, and mentor junior team members - all while working across a diverse portfolio of clients and industries. \n What You'll Do: \n\n • \n Deliver, develop and optimise digital marketing strategies across SEO, PPC, social media, and email. \n • \n Manage paid media campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, and Spotify. \n • \n Perform technical SEO audits, keyword research, and on-site optimisation. \n • \n Support and guide junior team members, ensuring campaign work meets client objectives. \n • \n Plan and execute email marketing and automation campaigns (Campaign Monitor / Mailchimp). \n • \n Create and optimise content for web, social, and email channels. \n • \n Monitor website performance using Screaming Frog, SEMrush, and Google Search Console. \n • \n Analyse and report on campaign performance using GA4 and other analytics platforms. \n • \n Contribute to digital strategy planning and new business proposals. \n\n What You'll Bring: \n\n • \n 5+ years' experience in digital marketing ideally witihn an agency environment. \n • \n Proven track record in managing SEO and PPC campaigns across multiple platforms. \n • \n Strong working knowledge of Google Ads, Meta Ads, GA4, Search Console, and WordPress. \n • \n Familiarity with tools like Hootsuite, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, and Campaign Monitor. \n • \n Understanding of HTML/CSS for technical SEO improvements. \n • \n Great attention to detail, communication, and analytical skills. \n • \n Experience mentoring or leading small teams is a plus. \n\n What's on Offer: \n\n • \n Up to £45,000 DOE \n • \n Healthcare insurance & annual bonus \n • \n Hybrid working - up to 3 days remote per week \n • \n Training & development budget \n • \n Regular funded team socials \n • \n Real career progression within a growing, stable agency \n\n This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious team where your ideas, expertise, and leadership can make a real impact. \n If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW! \n Senior Digital Marketer (Contract) | Manchester | Hybrid (2 days/week in office) | £200-£300/day | SEO, PPC | 1 Month + Contract \n Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. \n To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

ALF Executive have been engaged to recruit a Director of Sales & Marketing for a highly successful, privately owned business operating at the intersection of automotive, employee benefits and financial services. \n This is a newly created Executive Board appointment. The business has restructured its senior leadership to support its next phase of growth, and this role has been built to own the commercial agenda in full. Three Heads of Department report in, across a function of up to 50 people. \n The remit is genuinely strategic. Which markets, which segments, which channels, which propositions. Not managing a plan someone else wrote. \n ’ \n • £100,000 – £120,000 basic salary \n • Generous variable earnings scheme \n • Car entitlement, plus access to the employee car scheme \n • A seat on the Executive Board, reporting directly to the Managing Director \n • BUPA private medical cover, annual health assessments and a health cash plan \n • Attractive pension provision, loyalty bonus and long service recognition \n • Genuine flexibility on location, with presence expected at the Greater Manchester head office \n • A business with over 20 years of profitable trading, working with more than 30 manufacturers \n ’ \n • Defining and delivering the long term sales and marketing strategy \n • Setting commercial priorities across customer segments, channels and partnerships \n • Leading the evolution of the product set and the routes to market \n • Bringing sales and marketing together behind one growth plan and one performance narrative \n • Building the commercial performance and investment frameworks that sit underneath it \n • Leading and developing three Heads of Department and the wider function \n • Contributing to the strategic leadership of the business as an Executive Board member \n ’ \n • Senior leadership experience gained at Executive, Board or senior leadership level \n • A background in sales or marketing leadership, weighted towards the commercial side \n • A proven record of delivering sustainable revenue growth against ambitious targets \n • Experience shaping go to market strategy, growth plans and customer acquisition programmes \n • Experience developing strategic partnerships and owning key customer relationships \n • The ability to use market intelligence and customer insight to shape strategic decisions \n • Someone who builds followership, creates momentum and takes people with them \n This may suit a candidate from automotive, automotive finance, leasing, fleet, employee benefits, financial services or other professional services background. Sector knowledge is welcome, but the priority is commercial leadership. \n The shortlist for this role closes on Friday 11 September 2026. Early conversations are strongly advised. \n This is a rare opportunity to take a seat at the table of a business that knows exactly what it wants to become, and to be the person who decides how it gets there. \n Apply directly or get in touch with Gavin Reynolds at ALF Recruit for a private and confidential conversation.

Business Development & Social Value Manager \n Location: Greater Manchester \n Salary: Competitive \n Reporting To: Managing Director / Senior Leadership Team \n Overview \n An established construction and property services organisation is seeking an experienced Business Development & Social Value Manager to support continued business growth while leading the delivery of social value commitments across projects, frameworks and client contracts. \n This is a varied role combining business development, client relationship management, tender support, social value delivery and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing future opportunities, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring social value commitments are delivered effectively throughout project lifecycles. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Social Value & Community Engagement \n\n • Develop and implement the organisation's Social Value strategy.\n, • Coordinate and manage Social Value commitments across projects and frameworks.\n, • Produce and oversee Employment & Skills Plans (ESPs).\n, • Attend client, framework and stakeholder meetings relating to Social Value delivery.\n, • Develop relationships with schools, colleges, charities, local authorities and community organisations.\n, • Coordinate apprenticeship, training and employment initiatives.\n, • Organise work experience placements and community engagement activities.\n, • Monitor Social Value KPIs and produce client and internal reports.\n, • Ensure contractual Social Value obligations are achieved and evidenced.\n, • Promote Social Value successes through internal and external communications.\n\n Business Development \n\n • Support the delivery of the company's growth and business development strategy.\n, • Identify and develop new business opportunities across target sectors.\n, • Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, framework providers and key stakeholders.\n, • Develop client engagement plans to encourage repeat business.\n, • Attend networking events, client meetings and industry functions.\n, • Monitor planning and procurement portals to identify future opportunities.\n, • Maintain accurate CRM records and business development activity.\n, • Arrange and support client meetings, presentations and introductions.\n, • Monitor market trends and competitor activity.\n\n Tenders & Frameworks \n\n • Maintain an active pipeline of tender and framework opportunities.\n, • Monitor procurement portals for upcoming projects.\n, • Support PQQs, SQs, framework applications and tender submissions.\n, • Produce high-quality written responses for quality submissions.\n, • Gather and coordinate information from operational teams.\n, • Maintain a library of case studies, project information and supporting documentation.\n, • Attend pre-construction and tender review meetings.\n, • Record tender outcomes and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.\n\n Project Support \n\n • Support live projects with Social Value reporting requirements.\n, • Attend project and client review meetings where required.\n, • Work closely with operational teams to ensure commitments are delivered.\n, • Monitor apprenticeship, training and employment targets.\n, • Maintain KPI trackers and evidence records.\n, • Produce regular reports for clients and internal stakeholders.\n\n

Role – Used Car Business Manager \n Location – Rochdale \n Salary – £32,000 Basic Salary | £62,000 OTE | Plus Car \n Working Hours \n\n • Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 6:00pm\n, • 1 in 2 Saturdays off\n, • Additional weekday off every other week\n\n Richard Abson Group are proud to be assisting a well-established main car dealership in Rochdale in their search for an experienced Used Car Business Manager. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a driven automotive professional looking to join a successful dealership group offering strong earning potential and an excellent work-life balance. \n The Role \n As Used Car Business Manager, you will play a key role in driving the dealership’s sales performance and profitability while ensuring an exceptional customer experience throughout the sales journey. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Driving finance and insurance performance through effective sales strategy.\n, • Ensuring all sales processes are compliant with FCA and manufacturer standards.\n, • Supporting and developing the sales team of 6 through coaching and leadership.\n, • Maintaining excellent relationships with customers, finance partners and internal stakeholders.\n, • Delivering outstanding levels of customer satisfaction and brand standards.\n, • Assisting the sales team in maximising every sales opportunity.\n, • Ensuring all retail policies and procedures are followed to audit standard.\n\n About You \n To be considered for this role, you will ideally have previous experience in one of the following positions: \n\n • Business Manager\n, • Transaction Manager\n, • Sales Controller\n, • Senior Sales Executive\n\n You will be highly organised, target-driven and passionate about delivering exceptional customer service. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to tailor finance packages to suit individual customer needs. \n What’s on Offer \n\n • £32,000 basic salary\n, • £62,000 realistic OTE\n, • Company car\n, • Excellent work-life balance\n, • Strong dealership support and career progression opportunities\n, • Established main dealer environment\n\n If this opportunity appeals to you, please APPLY NOW or send your CV to Jake Jones at Richard Abson Group.

Remote-first (can be based in UK, Ireland or Portugal | GMT/BST) The Opportunity: A high-growth, VC-backed HealthTech are looking for an experienced Technical Recruiter to take ownership of technical hiring during an exciting phase of growth. Having quietly built one of the most commercially successful businesses in its space, the company has scaled from a small founding team to around 40 employees while achieving significant revenue growth and remaining cash-flow positive. With ambitious growth plans ahead, the business is investing in its engineering organisation and is looking for someone to own technical hiring across Engineering, Product, Design and Data. Reporting directly to the Talent Lead and partnering closely with the Head of Engineering, you'll become the dedicated owner of technical recruitment, helping to shape the teams that will define the company's next stage of growth. This is an opportunity to join a genuinely remote-first organisation where impact matters more than presenteeism. You'll have the autonomy to influence hiring strategy, strengthen employer brand, build exceptional talent networks and continually improve how the business attracts and assesses technical talent. What you'll do: • Own end-to-end recruitment across Engineering, Product, Design and Data., • Develop creative sourcing strategies to attract exceptional technical talent across the UK and Europe., • Build long-term talent pipelines for a business where quality is valued over hiring volume., • Partner closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, interview processes and hiring decisions., • Create an outstanding candidate experience through transparent communication and efficient recruitment processes., • Strengthen employer brand through networking, community engagement and proactive market outreach., • Improve recruitment processes, interview calibration and hiring scorecards as the company continues to scale., • Use market insight and recruitment data to influence hiring strategy, compensation discussions and process improvements. You will bring: • Proven experience recruiting technical talent within a Series A or high-growth technology environment., • A strong track record of hiring experienced Engineering, Product or Data professionals., • A genuine passion for sourcing, with the curiosity and persistence to uncover exceptional talent., • Experience recruiting for organisations without a well-established employer brand., • Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to challenge and influence hiring decisions., • Sound judgement and the ability to recognise exceptional technical talent., • A proactive, high-ownership mindset with the desire to help build something from an early stage., • A passion for creating outstanding candidate experiences and building long-term relationships within technical communities. What's on offer • £75,000-£90,000 base salary, • Competitive equity package, • Fully remote-first working across UK, Ireland and Portugal, • Home office allowance, • Monthly coworking budget, • Personal learning and development budget, • Private healthcare (location dependent), • 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, • Regular international company offsites, • The opportunity to help build one of Europe's most exciting engineering organisations within mission-driven HealthTech We recognise how challenging this current job market is for candidates, and Hawkwood are therefore striving to provide the best candidate experience we can. If you are interested in this opportunity, we kindly request that you apply via this LinkedIn advert, as opposed to sending us an email or LinkedIn direct message. We are eager to ensure that each candidate application is considered fairly, and receives a consistent experience. Unfortunately, we cannot ensure this standard if you inquire about a role via email or LinkedIn message, as it falls outside of our established process.

• Role: Mechanical Engineer (Remote), • Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere)\ Role Overview: The client seeks an Engineering Expert to provide specialized technical guidance for system architecture decisions, troubleshooting complex issues, and optimizing performance across distributed systems. The role requires deep expertise in multiple engineering domains to support critical infrastructure and product development initiatives. Key Responsibilities: • Design and evaluate scalable system architectures to meet evolving business and technical requirements., • Diagnose and resolve high-priority technical issues in production environments with minimal downtime., • Develop and document engineering best practices, standards, and guidelines for cross-team adoption., • Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to align technical solutions with business objectives., • Mentor junior engineers and conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to quality and security standards. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Experience with distributed systems, microservices, or large-scale backend infrastructure., • Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, Go, or Rust., • Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving complex technical challenges., • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)., • Ability to write clear technical documentation and communicate architectural decisions effectively. More About the Opportunity: This role offers the chance to work with a global leader in the Technology, Information and Internet industry, contributing to the scalability and reliability of mission-critical systems. The position provides exposure to cutting-edge technologies and the opportunity to shape technical strategy for high-impact projects. Equal Opportunity Employer: We hire based on skills and expertise. All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications. Apply Now!

Join Willmott Dixon’s award-winning Sustainability Team as a Social Value Manager and make a real impact in the communities we serve. About the Role: We’re seeking a proactive and passionate Social Value Manager to lead community engagement and skills development on projects across the North West. This hybrid role will see you working both on-site with project teams, visiting customers, and also from our Oldham office or home. Reporting to the Senior Social Value Manager, you'll support our ambitious Now or Never Sustainability Strategy, playing a critical role in aligning with customer priorities and delivering meaningful, measurable social value. What You’ll Do: • Plan, manage, and deliver social value activities that reflect customer and business needs., • Serve as a trusted advisor on social value for teams, frameworks, and partners., • Drive collaboration across teams and supply chain partners to embed social value in our projects., • Support bid and tender processes, contributing social value insights and attending customer events., • Track and report on project performance against KPIs, with a focus on continuous improvement. About You: • Experience in social value delivery and customer-focused solution design; construction experience is a plus but not essential., • Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills with a genuine passion for social sustainability., • Proven ability to lead social value initiatives, inspire stakeholders, and drive impactful change. Essential Skills: • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project)., • Full UK driving licence. Preferred Qualifications: • Degree in Social Sustainability or related field., • Experience in facilitation or coaching. In Return We reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to an enhanced pension scheme, private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and access to a market-leading sustainable car scheme. At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. With over 170 years of history, Willmott Dixon is a privately owned business with a purpose beyond profit — delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment for future generations. In 2025, we were recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 Big Companies to Work For, ranked in the Top Five of Europe’s 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times, and became the first major contractor and developer to win a King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.

Company Description Just Family Law is a specialised legal practice focused on family law matters, providing clear, compassionate, and practical advice to clients navigating significant life changes. The firm is committed to accessible, high-quality legal services, leveraging remote working practices to support both clients and team members effectively. Just Family Law values integrity, professionalism, and collaborative problem-solving, with an emphasis on negotiated solutions where possible. Team members are encouraged to prioritise out of court dispute resolution and maintain a client-focused approach, ensuring that legal strategies are tailored to each client’s circumstances and goals. Role Description This is a full-time, remote Family Lawyer role. The Family Lawyer will manage a caseload involving divorce, separation, financial remedies, cohabitation issues, child arrangements, and related family law disputes. Day-to-day responsibilities include advising clients, drafting and reviewing legal documents, preparing correspondence, negotiating settlements, and representing clients in remote hearings and conferences where required. The role also involves legal research, case strategy planning, and collaboration with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality service. Qualifications • Solicitor, Legal Executive or equivalent, with demonstrable experience in all aspects of family law, • Preferably a mediator, collaborative lawyer or Resolution Together practitioner, • Commitment to an NCDR practice and Resolution principles, • Strong skills in legal drafting and document preparation, including agreements, court applications, statements, and client correspondence., • Proficient in legal research, case analysis, and application of relevant family law statutes, case law, and procedural rules., • Excellent client communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly, manage expectations, and handle sensitive matters with discretion., • Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage a caseload, prioritise tasks, and meet court and client deadlines., • Confidence with using legal practice management software, secure document sharing tools, and video conferencing platforms., • Strong negotiation and advocacy skills, with experience in NCDR processes., • Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and adherence to professional regulatory standards., • Prior experience in a specialist family law practice or similar setting., • Interest in contributing to practice development, including internal know-how, and client-facing content., • Interest in business development, creating marketing content and networking

Systematic Literature Review / Evidence Synthesis Lead (Senior Consultant) New 🚨: Manager - Evidence Synthesis Expert | Remote based (UK/Europe considered) I’m working with a fast-growing specialist HEOR consultancy that is expanding its senior evidence synthesis capability. They’re looking for a Principal-level Evidence Synthesis expert to take scientific ownership of high-impact projects across SLRs, NMAs, ITCs and HTA, while helping shape client strategy, develop talent and grow the practice. What you’ll be doing: 🔹 Lead complex SLR, NMA, meta-analysis & indirect treatment comparison projects 🔹 Shape evidence-generation strategies supporting HTA, payer engagement & market access 🔹 Provide senior scientific input into RWE and integrated evidence planning 🔹 Lead evidence packages, HTA submissions and global value dossiers 🔹 Act as a senior client-facing scientific advisor 🔹 Mentor and develop a growing evidence synthesis team 🔹 Support proposals, pitches, account development and practice growth 🔹 Build your profile through publications, conferences and thought leadership What they’re looking for: ✅ 8+ years’ consulting/industry experience ✅ Strong senior-level experience across evidence synthesis / SLR / NMA / ITC ✅ Solid understanding of HTA and market access ✅ Strong publication and/or HTA submission track record ✅ Experience leading teams and working directly with pharma clients Why consider it? 🌍 International projects & collaboration 🧠 Cutting-edge HEOR + AI-driven quantitative research 📈 Genuine opportunity to influence and grow a specialist practice 🤝 Collaborative international team 💰 Strong bonus structure 🚀 High-growth environment with significant career progression This is a rare opportunity to join a steadily growing Global HEOR consultancy with one of the best staff turnover rates in the entire healthcare consulting space, offering full remote flexibility, a healthy work life balance and genuinely people focused, entrepreneurial, fun culture! You'll be joining a technically-excellent, supportive, and friendly team, that pride themselves on a inclusive and collaborative culture, a fun, personable company, where technical teams work closely with each other, enabling all to learn from some of the best minds in the industry. If you’re an experienced Evidence Synthesis / SLR Consultant and interested in taking on a role with genuine scientific and strategic ownership, apply now or message me for a confidential conversation - greg.harris@evisci.com

JD Group in the UK is seeking a Head of Payroll – UK & IRL based at the Bury Office. This senior role leads a large payroll function across multiple entities, delivering accurate, timely payroll for over 25,000 colleagues and driving governance, risk management and process improvement. You will shape payroll strategy, collaborate with People leadership, and partner with Technology to automate and streamline operations while ensuring compliance with UK and Irish legislation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reporting to the Group Marketing Director, with dotted-line accountability to the Operations Director and CEO, the role acts as the connector between brand strategy and operational execution, supporting Sales, Fitness, Wellness, Academies, F&B, and Learning with campaigns that drive awareness, quali

JD Sports- Head Office, Warwick House, Bury, Bury, United Kingdom Posted Wednesday 22 July 2026 at 00:00 Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. Head of Payroll – UK & IRL Working Hours: 40 Hours Reporting to: Associate Director – People Services Location: Bury Office Department: People Direct Reports: 4 Company overview: Established in 1981 with a single store in the North West of England, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion and Outdoor brands. The Group now has over 3,000 stores across 38 territories with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific. In addition, we operate over 200 JD Gyms throughout the UK. Role overview: The Head of Payroll is a senior operational and strategic leadership role, responsible for the delivery, optimisation, and transformation of payroll services across the UK, Ireland, and the Channel Islands. Operating in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, with accountability for payroll processing across mulitple legal entities and colleague populations servicing over 25,000 colleagues, this role demands deep payroll expertise, strong leadership, and a forward-thinking approach to process improvement and compliance. Leading a high-performing team, the role is responsible for payroll strategy, governance, risk managemement, compliance and service excellence while driving automation, technology optimisation and continuous improvement. Acting as the payroll subject matter expert to the People Leadership team, the Head of Payroll partners with senior stakeholders across the wider business to deliver an efficient, scalable and colleague-focussed payroll function aligned to the Group’s objectives. • Lead payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full legislative compliance., • Provide strategic direction for payroll delivery, aligning with organisational goals and People strategy., • Act as the senior escalation point for complex payroll matters and ensure effective resolution., • In conjunction with the People Technology team, drive transformation initiatives to automate, standardise, and enhance payroll processes., • Constantly deliver continuous improvement to drive measurable benefits across service, cost, and colleague experience., • Optimise systems and workflows to support scalability and operational efficiency., • Own payroll governance, risk mitigation, and audit readiness., • Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements., • Monitor and report on payroll performance, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions., • Oversee payroll KPIs and metrics, using data insights to drive performance and service excellence., • Monitor service levels and ensure delivery against agreed targets., • Identify opportunities to improve reporting, analytics, and decision-making., • Lead, coach, and develop the payroll team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and growth., • Promote wellbeing, inclusion, and career development across the team., • Lead payroll-related workstreams in People and business projects., • Ensure successful delivery of payroll initiatives, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations., • Level 5 Diploma in Payroll Management or equivalent., • Extensive experience leading payroll functions supporting 10,000+ colleagues within complex, high-volume and multi-site environments., • Proven experience delivering payroll transformation and working within service centre environments., • Strong understanding of UK and Irish payroll legislation, pensions, and compliance requirements., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing teams., • Proficiency in payroll systems and advanced Excel skills. The JD Group is a large, fast-moving, exciting workplace. As part of the team, we will offer you full training with our in-house expertise on processing a variety of payrolls to deliver a first-class service. We take pride in what we do and who we do it with. The JD Group champions talent, and there are opportunities to hone and develop your skills and progress within your role and within the business. We offer study support and opportunities to undertake funded training that leaves you with recognised payroll qualifications. We also offer in-house training to support your development of skills in areas like leadership and public speaking. As a business, we put people at the centre. Through the JD Foundation, colleagues can take part in charity volunteering opportunities. The business supports your wellbeing through our departmental wellbeing champions, and health and wellbeing events and initiatives. Our employee forum also gives you a voice to tell us what’s important to you and how we can support you. JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels valued, included and celebrated. We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. JD Sports- Head Office, Warwick House, Bury, Bury, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr

Templegate Recruitment Specialist Recruiters in Financial Services Job Title: Client Relationship Manager (Paraplanner) Location: Ramsbottom - North West Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Benefits: • 25 days holiday, with additional holiday entitlement based on length of service, • Pension scheme 3% employer and 4% employee contributions, • Death in Service 4 x annual salary, • Permanent Health Insurance 75% of salary up to age 65, subject to a 13-week deferred period, • Full support for professional qualifications and ongoing development, • Study leave and financial support towards professional examinations, • Salary increases linked to successful examination completion, • Opportunity to work towards Chartered Financial Planner status About the Company: Our client is a well-established and growing independent financial planning business with a strong reputation for providing high-quality, client-focused financial advice. The business has a long-standing commitment to professional development and encourages employees to continue progressing their qualifications, with full support for study, examinations and career development. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Paraplanner looking to take the next step in their career within a professional and collaborative financial planning environment. Key Responsibilities: • Obtain and analyse information relating to clients existing financial arrangements and complete detailed gap analysis., • Produce strategy reports and make high-level recommendations in line with clients objectives and circumstances., • Research the market and recommend suitable financial products and solutions based on client requirements., • Prepare high-quality, personalised client reports written in clear, concise and accessible language., • Work closely with Financial Advisers throughout the research, report-writing and recommendation process., • Ensure all advice and recommendations meet regulatory, compliance and internal quality standards., • Develop a thorough understanding of each clients circumstances, objectives, attitude to risk, capacity for loss, knowledge, experience and timescales., • Prepare detailed analysis of existing investment and pension portfolios., • Research and produce client-facing strategy reports to support new business opportunities., • Prepare research, quotations and supporting information for client meetings., • Deal with client and provider correspondence as part of the research and reporting process., • Prepare valuations and portfolio commentary for client meetings and ongoing reviews., • Liaise with colleagues and compliance teams to support the approval and submission of compliant new business., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and ensure all tasks are recorded and progressed within agreed timescales., • Manage workflow effectively and provide clear updates on case progress., • Work collaboratively with other Paraplanners and colleagues, sharing ideas and best practice., • Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance the overall client experience., • Participate in relevant training, competence and professional development initiatives. What Were Looking For: • An experienced and career-focused Paraplanner with a strong desire to develop professionally., • Minimum CII Diploma-level study, ideally with the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning already underway or completed., • Strong knowledge of financial planning, including pre- and post-retirement planning and pension transfers., • Good understanding of investments, taxation and wider financial planning strategies., • Excellent report-writing and research skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear, client-friendly recommendations., • Strong understanding of the FCA regulatory and compliance framework., • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering consistently high-quality work., • Ability to manage workloads effectively and work to agreed deadlines., • A professional, proactive and collaborative approach., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • A genuine desire to progress towards Chartered Financial Planner status. Desirable Skills: • Experience within an independent financial advice or financial planning environment., • Experience preparing suitability letters, strategy reports and client-facing recommendations., • Experience with pension analysis, pension transfers, investments and portfolio reviews., • Strong understanding of financial planning products and platforms., • Experience working closely with Financial Advisers and compliance teams., • Familiarity with back-office systems and workflow management., • CII Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning completed or nearing completion., • Progress towards Chartered Financial Planner status. How to Apply: Interested? Submit your CV today! If your experience aligns with this opportunity, one of our specialist consultants will contact you to discuss further. Well also take the time to understand your career goals and highlight other roles that may be a great fit. Due to the high volume of applications, we can only respond to successful candidates. If you havent heard from us within 7 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. JBRP1_UKTJ

Finlay Jude Associates are working with a leading manufacturer in theConstruction products and Passive Fire protection industry. We're seeking an experienced and dynamicHead of Salesto lead and develop the sales function for a business renowned for its innovation, product quality, and compliance expertise. As the Head of Sales, you will report directly to the General Manager and take full responsibility for leading the sales strategy, driving revenue growth, managing the sales team, including specifications and customer support, and overseeing the sales budget. This is a key leadership role that requires close collaboration with Customer Services, Marketing, Technical, and Production teams to ensure commercial success and seamless customer experience. You will serve as a brand ambassador for, representing the company at industry events, delivering seminars, and supporting product training initiatives. The role will be predominantly based at their Rochdale site but will involve some UK-wide travel. Benefits in the role of Head of Sales; Competitive salary Company car or car allowance from day 1 33 days holiday 2 x salary life insurance Healthcare Benefit 3 % Company Contribution to Pension Opportunity to lead a respected and growing brand Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities Key Responsibilities as Head of Sales; • Lead, manage, and develop the regional sales teams currently in the UK and Ireland, setting strategic goals, KPIs, and performance measures., • Drive field sales by promoting a high-performance range of passive fire protection products to architects, contractors, installers, and other key stakeholders., • Generate specifications, protect and track project pipeline, price effectively, and build strong relationships across the construction value chain., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support the creation of marketing tools, materials, and case studies., • Identify and pursue new market opportunities, providing timely commercial and competitive insights to senior management., • Deliver accurate sales forecasts, define product sales targets, and analyse market demand, competitor activities, industry trends, and economic factors., • Be accountable for national sales operations, including workforce planning, task delegation, and performance monitoring., • Oversee the successful adoption and optimisation of sales and marketing automation tools., • Deliver data-driven reports on pipeline health, conversion rates, lead performance, and market segmentation, • Regularly manage and conduct CPD seminars, manage product training, and represent the brand at trade shows and industry events., • Travel to visit project sites, key accounts, and industry locations Key Skills and Experience required as Head of Sales; • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in a construction, engineering, or business-related discipline., • Background in passive fire protection, construction or similar resistive materials (e.g., fire batts, cavity barriers, collars, sealants) preferred., • Experience in a product or customer service role involving technical product management., • Proven experience selling to dry lining contractors, faade installers, architects, main contractors, and subcontractors., • Experience delivering CPD presentations., • Strong technical aptitude with ability to quickly grasp product specifications and compliance requirements., • Demonstrates a solution-based sales approach, with a positive and customer-first attitude., • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills., • Confident in CRM, ERP, and reporting platforms; experience with Tropos and HubSpot would be advantageous, • Familiarity with CAD drawings and technical schematics advantageous., • Strong digital skills including MS Office; familiarity with ERP/CRM essential. If you're an accomplished Head of Sales with experience in theConstruction or Fire Protection industryand want to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven't heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. JBRP1_UKTJ

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Working Hours: 40 Hours Reporting to: Associate Director – People Services Location: Bury Office Department: People Direct Reports: 4 Established in 1981 with a single store in the North West of England, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion and Outdoor brands. The Group now has over 3,000 stores across 38 territories with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific. In addition, we operate over 200 JD Gyms throughout the UK. The Head of Payroll is a senior operational and strategic leadership role, responsible for the delivery, optimisation, and transformation of payroll services across the UK, Ireland, and the Channel Islands. Operating in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, with accountability for payroll processing across mulitple legal entities and colleague populations servicing over 25,000 colleagues, this role demands deep payroll expertise, strong leadership, and a forward-thinking approach to process improvement and compliance. Leading a high-performing team, the role is responsible for payroll strategy, governance, risk managemement, compliance and service excellence while driving automation, technology optimisation and continuous improvement. Acting as the payroll subject matter expert to the People Leadership team, the Head of Payroll partners with senior stakeholders across the wider business to deliver an efficient, scalable and colleague-focussed payroll function aligned to the Group’s objectives. Strategic & Operational Leadership • Lead payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full legislative compliance., • Provide strategic direction for payroll delivery, aligning with organisational goals and People strategy., • Act as the senior escalation point for complex payroll matters and ensure effective resolution. Optimisation & Continuous Improvement • In conjunction with the People Technology team, drive transformation initiatives to automate, standardise, and enhance payroll processes., • Constantly deliver continuous improvement to drive measurable benefits across service, cost, and colleague experience., • Optimise systems and workflows to support scalability and operational efficiency. Governance, Risk & Compliance • Own payroll governance, risk mitigation, and audit readiness., • Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements., • Monitor and report on payroll performance, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions. Performance & Metrics • Oversee payroll KPIs and metrics, using data insights to drive performance and service excellence., • Monitor service levels and ensure delivery against agreed targets., • Identify opportunities to improve reporting, analytics, and decision-making. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, coach, and develop the payroll team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and growth., • Promote wellbeing, inclusion, and career development across the team. Project Delivery • Lead payroll-related workstreams in People and business projects., • Ensure successful delivery of payroll initiatives, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations., • Level 5 Diploma in Payroll Management or equivalent., • Extensive experience leading payroll functions supporting 10,000+ colleagues within complex, high-volume and multi-site environments., • Proven experience delivering payroll transformation and working within service centre environments., • Strong understanding of UK and Irish payroll legislation, pensions, and compliance requirements., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing teams., • Proficiency in payroll systems and advanced Excel skills. The JD Group is a large, fast-moving, exciting workplace. As part of the team, we will offer you full training with our in-house expertise on processing a variety of payrolls to deliver a first-class service. We take pride in what we do and who we do it with. The JD Group champions talent, and there are opportunities to hone and develop your skills and progress within your role and within the business. We offer study support and opportunities to undertake funded training that leaves you with recognised payroll qualifications. We also offer in-house training to support your development of skills in areas like leadership and public speaking. As a business, we put people at the centre. Through the JD Foundation, colleagues can take part in charity volunteering opportunities. The business supports your wellbeing through our departmental wellbeing champions, and health and wellbeing events and initiatives. Our employee forum also gives you a voice to tell us what’s important to you and how we can support you. JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels valued, included and celebrated. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Due to continued business growth, we have a great opportunity for a talented Building Surveyor to join our team in Leeds. We have a depth and breadth of experience, expertise, and local knowledge to support our clients at every stage of property investment, ownership, and occupation from acquisition to disposal. The role provides an opportunity to be part of an ambitious team who continue to grow in line with the company growth strategy. The successful candidate will be part of a team of building surveyors covering all aspects of professional and project related building surveying across a wide range of sectors including educational, commercial, industrial etc. Our team has a broad-based background, is a highly motivated group with varying levels of experience, so is the ideal place to progress your career in the profession. The role will cover the full spectrum of building surveying services including (but not limited to) design and specification, clerk of works, contract administration surveys and dilapidations. What you need to do to be effective in this role Delivering projects, commissions, and profession services. Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for successful completion of the projects. Represent the company in a profession and diligent manner and help to promote Ridge and Partners by engaging with clients and attending networking events. Assist with the undertake building surveys, taking particulars on site, attending meetings, writing up specifications, obtaining estimates, planning maintenance programmes, and administering contracts for maintenance work. Support the Building Surveying team on complex multi-disciplinary schemes Help with Analysing and reporting on building defects Support the Building Surveyors with preparing schedules of dilapidations and negotiate settlements Assist with the supervision of building work on site Assisting the Building Surveyors with providing advice on the design, construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of all types of property The skills and experience you need to have for this role Relevant degree (RICS approved, 2:1 minimum) Well organised, diligent, and proactive A full driving licence Good IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, AutoCAD, NBS and other software) A team player As a Building Surveyor at Ridge and Partners you will need to demonstrate the desire, drive and a real enthusiasm to becoming a Chartered Building Surveyor which will be fully supported by the company (the national Ridge APC support process) and the local Building Surveying Team. You will need to be personable, presentable and have good communication skills in this client facing role. An ability to produce your own documentation based on our standards is essential, as is an ability to organise, manage your time efficiently in the delivery of the services for multiple projects at any one time. TPBN1_UKTJ

Estimator - Main Contractor Location - Greater Manchester Salary/Package - £60,000 - £80,000 + Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is an award-winning, employee-owned regional main contractor with over 50 years of experience delivering high-quality construction projects across the North West. Specialising in both new build and refurbishment, they work across the education, healthcare, commercial, residential, industrial, community, and public sectors, building a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and exceptional client service. With a healthy pipeline of secured work and long-standing relationships built through repeat business and framework agreements, the business continues to invest in its people, technology, and sustainable growth. As part of their continued expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team and play a key role in securing future projects. The Role As Estimator, you will be responsible for: Preparing accurate and competitive tenders for new build and refurbishment projects Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation Producing detailed take-offs, cost plans, and pricing schedules Obtaining and evaluating quotations from subcontractors and suppliers Preparing comprehensive tender submissions within agreed timescales Identifying value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions Assessing commercial and technical risks throughout the tender process Attending tender adjudication meetings and supporting bid strategy Working closely with commercial, operational, and design teams Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors Supporting successful project handovers to the delivery team following contract award The Ideal Candidate The successful Estimator will have: Proven experience as an Estimator within a Main Contractor environment Experience pricing both new build and refurbishment projects Strong understanding of construction methods and estimating principles Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills The ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications Strong negotiation and communication skills Experience managing multiple tenders simultaneously Good knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Excel A proactive, organised, and commercially driven approach Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline would be advantageous What's on Offer Competitive basic salary of £60,000 - £80,000 Attractive benefits package Opportunity to join an award-winning regional main contractor Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-quality construction projects Long-term career progression within a growing pre-construction team Ongoing professional development and training Collaborative and supportive working environment Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM JBRP1_UKTJ

Everywhen is seeking a Regional Enterprise Manager for the Bury St Edmunds location to lead the Enterprise Hub and drive regional strategy. You will oversee the Enterprise team, ensuring regulatory compliance and achievement of financial targets within the broker network. The role requires strong leadership, extensive insurance knowledge, and proven capability to grow revenue while sustaining service standards across multi-site operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We want to appoint a knowledgeable, experienced school leader who shares our values and commitment to ambition, excellence and community for all our young people - and staff - to lead and drive the trust's strategy for inclusion across our (currently) 5 very different secondaries and 5 primaries. This is an exciting time to join a strong and growing trust committed to ambition for our pupils, excellence in everything we do, and building community and belonging. It's an opportunity to build something new which will have huge impact. We are looking for a leader, a thinker, who researches, listens, strategises, operationalises and delivers - someone with vision that inspires, with the ability to build relationships and systems that ensures that things happen effectively, to challenge, negotiate, find the shared ground and direction that enables everyone to progress. Someone who is agile and adaptable to work with and across schools in different phases and at different stages of development to build credibility. It is a role which is immensely varied, ethically central, intellectually stimulating, professionally exciting and challenging, in a context where you will be working with dedicated and expert school leaders and a central trust team, in an organisation which has wide experience of setting a vision and building from the ground up - including a highly successful free school and an equally successful Teaching School Hub. Our shared, fierce commitment is to have the best possible schools and provision for all our young people., The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. The Cranmer Education Trust is a successful trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools. We are a growing schools trust with both primary and secondary schools, across Oldham and Rochdale. The trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We're on the hunt for a Regional Manager who uses their knowledge and experience of the Insurance Industry to lead the enterprise team in our Bury St Edmunds branch. As a Regional Manager you will serve as the Senior Enterprise Leader within the branch, holding direct accountability for the performance and outcomes of the Enterprise Hub. • Provide strong, effective leadership of the Regional Enterprise Hub, with direct accountability for its performance. Drive and implement the regional strategy in collaboration with the Branch Director, who holds overall accountability for the P&L, • Lead and support the Enterprise team to deliver exceptional customer outcomes, ensuring full compliance with Consumer Duty requirements. Work closely with the Branch Director and Regional Director to achieve financial targets for the Enterprise Hub, the region, and the wider Relationship Broking business, • Maintain key internal relationships with Regional and Everywhen stakeholders to support strategic alignment, • Establish recruitment needs and take responsibility for the interviewing process and implementation of training procedures for new starters of all direct reports within the team, • Oversee all aspects of Enterprise Hub trading in line with budget expectations. Continuously monitor market conditions and sector trends to identify new opportunities, assess performance against competitors, and highlight external threats., • Collaborate with the Branch Director and Regional Director to identify and address barriers to retention and new sales, while actively promoting opportunities for business growth. Facilitate the sharing of good practice and innovative ideas across the Hub, • Proven track record of leading teams to deliver revenue targets within a regulatory framework, • Demonstrable experience in a management role within insurance and extensive knowledge of the insurance industry specifically placement and insurer relationships, • Proven track record of delivering both top and bottom-line performance and growth, organically and inorganically., • Proven track record of improving business performance, income and employee engagement within a regulated environment through effective sales planning, • Strong leadership and communication skills across a scaled and multiple site UK brokerage., • Significant, proven experience of managing a P&L Budget, • A robust understanding of business processes and performance levers, • Strong commercial leader with a commercial focus and financial awareness, e.g. understanding of the external market, company performance, market intelligence, business drivers, etc, • Collaborative approach across functions and geographies, • At ease with complex and evolving concepts and change, • People management skills, with a focus on coaching, mentoring and guiding, • Relationship and stakeholder management skills across the wide-ranging colleague levels including senior management, • Resilience and the ability to deal with conflict in a positive way, • Creative and innovative approach to problems and solutions, • Highly flexible and adaptable, • An ability to emphasizing excellence, creating a culture of high standards, • Negotiation and influencing skills In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Everywhen family and be joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are: • Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays, • Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Everywhen family, • Gain CII or ACII qualifications to boost your knowledge and career prospects, • Pension scheme for when you feel it's time to retire, • 24-hour support for physical and mental wellbeing, • 1 days paid volunteering day to give back to our communities, • The Spotlight Awards, where we shine a light on the brightest talent across our group #AIB #LI-TM1 #LI-Hybrid Everywhere is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. As an Everywhen colleague, you will be expected to uphold our values, act professionally and respectfully towards others, and contribute to a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We expect all colleagues to help maintain an environment free from bullying, harassment, victimisation and other inappropriate behaviours, supporting our commitment to an inclusive and high-performing culture. Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. No Agencies please. Department General Insurance Role Branch Management Locations Bury St Edmunds Remote status Hybrid Employment Types Permanent, Full Time Salary Dependent on Experience Job Reference 571863 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Role: Estimator Location: North-West based Company: Specialist Roofing Contractor Salary: Up to £50,000 plus car allowance and additional benefits The Role We are currently recruiting for an Estimator for a specialist roofing contractor based in Greater Manchester, providing roofing solutions across new-build, refurbishment and larger-scale construction projects. The business works with main contractors and other construction partners to deliver high-quality, durable roofing solutions. Its work spans residential and commercial developments, with a strong focus on technical expertise, quality workmanship and long-term performance. The Estimator they are looking for will owns the full tender lifecycle from identifying and qualifying opportunities through to estimating, submission and client follow-up to handover of won projects to the pre-construction and delivery teams. Responsible for producing competitive, accurate and professionally presented tender submissions that win work at the right margins. Having roofing experience would be ideal for this role but not essential to the role. Duties - Log any new enquiries received, complete initial project-fit assessment (client, location, size, scope, OTP status), and confirm to client whether the business will go tender or decline Progress active tenders quantity take-offs, material pricing, rate build-ups, BoQ compilation, marked-up drawings, tender programme, and covering letter ahead of each submission deadline Weekly estimating review with Head of Pre-construction and Managing Director update on all active tenders, pipeline status, upcoming submission deadlines, and any risks or capacity constraints Follow up submitted tenders with clients chase outcome, arrange post-tender clarification meetings, and gather feedback on unsuccessful bids Monthly meeting with key supply chain partners discusses specification, target projects, pricing strategy, product knowledge, innovation and new developments; formally minute meetings and track actions Review live project Price-to-Cost (PtC) data assess estimated margin vs actual performance as projects progress; identify lessons for future pricing Report opportunity forecast and pipeline status to the Head of Pre-construction for the monthly business performance meeting Lessons learned review on lost tenders investigate pricing, scope, programme or submission quality; identify improvement themes; propose process changes Attend industry trade shows and CPD events stay current on regulations, product innovation, market trends and competitor activity; communicate findings internally On PQQ (Pre-Qualification Questionnaire) coordinate responses across departments, ensure completed and submitted within 2 weeks of receipt Lead the pre-construction handover to Operations and all relevant departments; compile Construction Manager cost budget from the accepted tender; brief design, procurement and planning on project requirements Carry out surveys and investigations with or on behalf of key suppliers where needed to support tender accuracy On post-tender/pre-award negotiation represent the business at client meetings; clarify scope, programme and pricing; drive towards award On commercial change / variation (post-award) provide original tender pricing evidence, BoQ references and scope records to Commercial to support variation claims Obtain project lists from suppliers and distributors; review public procurement portals; register interest; contact existing clients for referrals and pipeline intelligence If this role is of interest, please contact Mason on 0121 212 0234 to find out more. TPBN1_UKTJ

The Opportunity Our client, a fast-growing technology and infrastructure business, is looking for a Senior Estimator / Designer to lead estimating, technical design and bid development across complex, multi-discipline projects within their pre-construction and commercial function. This is a senior, autonomous position, not a support or pricing-only role: you would carry genuine technical authority, commercial accountability and client-facing responsibility, shaping solutions and influencing bid strategy rather than simply costing what is put in front of you. The role is weighted towards structured cabling and IT infrastructure, with broader multi-discipline exposure genuinely valued, including low-voltage electrical and UPS systems, wireless and cellular technologies, IP security and audio visual. You would operate with minimal supervision, act as a senior reference point for developing colleagues, and be trusted to contribute directly to winning work rather than only pricing it. The role reports to the Commercial Director. There are no direct reports initially, though informal mentoring of less experienced estimators is part of the role as you establish yourself. Permanent, Oldham, £45,000 to £55,000 depending on experience, plus a highly competitive commission structure and a full benefits package. About the Business Our client is a fast-growing, privately owned infrastructure and technology business, debt-free and financially independent, designing, installing and supporting complex connectivity and infrastructure projects for enterprise customers and channel partners nationwide. Their portfolio spans Wi-Fi 6/7, LAN, structured cabling, fibre optic, private cellular, smart hands services, planned and reactive maintenance, AV, IP CCTV, EV charging and sustainability services, delivering everything from single high-value enterprise projects to national multi-site rollout programmes. This is a hybrid role based from Oldham, and it is the second appointment ravensearch has made for this client following a successful placement earlier this year. What You'll Be Doing Leading cost planning, estimating and tender submissions for medium to large, technically complex projects, ensuring commercial robustness and alignment with delivery capability Owning scope definition, assumptions, exclusions, dependencies and commercial risk, supporting bid strategy, margin control and value-engineering decisions Developing and maintaining pricing models, bills of quantities, labour schedules and supporting documentation suitable for private and public-sector procurement Leading or validating technical designs across IT infrastructure, structured cabling, low-voltage electrical and wireless systems, ensuring solutions are compliant, buildable and deliverable Managing and coordinating internal surveying engineers and external survey partners during pre-construction Building and maintaining strong client relationships at bid and pre-construction stage, operating as a trusted technical partner rather than a transactional supplier Contributing directly to winning work through technical credibility, commercial input and effective engagement with clients, internal stakeholders and the supply chain Monitoring tender portals and framework pipelines, including advance planning for public-sector renewals and re-procurements Maintaining a structured opportunity pipeline with accurate forecasting of probability, value and key milestones Supporting the continuous improvement of estimating standards, tools and governance as the function scales Acting as a senior reference point for developing colleagues, with informal mentoring where useful What We're Looking For Senior-level estimating and technical design experience within a technology, infrastructure or engineering-led environment Minimum 5 years experience with recognised industry qualifications, or 10 years experience without formal qualifications Strong technical grounding in one or more of: passive and active IT infrastructure, structured cabling (copper and fibre), or low-voltage electrical infrastructure Advantageous: UPS and battery energy storage systems, wireless and cellular technologies, IP security and wider IP-based platforms, audio visual and digital signage Proven ability to design and price integrated, multi-discipline solutions within design-and-build and early contractor engagement environments A clear track record of contributing directly to winning work through technical authority and commercial judgement, not just accurate pricing Comfortable operating autonomously with genuine ownership of bids and commercial decisions Confident engaging senior client stakeholders during pre-construction Experience with frameworks, Schedule of Rates or public-sector procurement is highly advantageous Advanced Excel is essential; familiarity with Simpro, Contract Master, AutoCAD, Ekahau, JVSG, BlueBeam or FieldWire is a strong plus This role will not suit junior or support-only estimators, candidates without client or bid-stage engagement, quantity surveyors lacking technical design responsibility, or anyone uncomfortable with commercial accountability. What's on Offer £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience A highly competitive commission structure, linked to individual contribution and overall business performance Hybrid and flexible working, supportive of family commitments Comprehensive benefits including Medicash, Cycle to Work, Employee Assistance Programme and Death in Service Pension scheme, paid annual leave plus bank holidays Regular company and customer events The opportunity to help shape estimating standards, tools and governance as the function scales Genuine autonomy over bids and commercial decisions, working alongside experienced professionals Strong investment in training, certifications and ongoing professional development JBRP1_UKTJ

Overview In this role you will lead site procurement strategy and operations, ensuring cost-effective, resilient supply of engineered components and materials. You will modernise workflows, manage high-value contracts, and build strategic supplier partnerships to support heavy engineering operations. You’ll partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations and Finance to secure material availability and drive cost reductions. This is an opportunity to shape procurement in a growing, heavy industry environment. Pay / Benefitssalary, bonus and benefits packageopportunities in a growing manufacturing companyperks and recognition within a leading industrial firm ResponsibilitiesFormulate and execute procurement strategy aligned with site metricsManage site purchasing budget and monitor variancesSupport CapEx projects with procurement input from specification to deploymentLead lean procurement initiatives and total cost of ownership reductionsOversee ITT/RFP processes for high-value engineering contractsConduct complex contract negotiations and establish terms and SLAsEnsure compliance with local UK regulations and governanceAudit and map supplier performance for global and domestic suppliersProvide leadership and development to the site purchasing teamCollaborate with Engineering, QA, Operations and Finance to guarantee material availabilitySupport Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) compliance across the supply base Key requirementsHeavy industry procurement track recordStrong people leadership and team management skillsExperience managing global supply chains; willingness to travelMCIPS/CIPS qualification or equivalent professional standardEngineering qualification or ability to read engineering drawingsAdvanced SAP/MRP ERP proficiencyData analytics capability for KPI tracking and cost savingsleadershipcross-functional collaborationstrategic thinkingSAP / ERP proficiencyMRP/ERP systemsdata analytics for supplier KPIs and cost savings

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