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Job Title: Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £43,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: Apply systems thinking to complex challenges, collaborating across teams to deliver tailored systems engineering services, including integration, process and requirements modelling, and stakeholder requirements management across the lifecycle. Engage diverse stakeholders, support trade-offs, risk and verification activities, and use Model-Based Systems Engineering tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect) to define and communicate systems effectively. Core duties: • Applying Systems Thinking to complex system challenges, • Working with multiple Asset Management Service Hubs and the wider WTA to tailor and deliver the Systems Engineering capabilities and services as required, examples include warship systems and equipment integration, process modelling, requirements modelling and elicitation, • Assisting Principal and Senior Engineers in providing stakeholder requirements elicitation, analysis and management to ensure systems engineering deliverables are developed to satisfy stakeholder needs, • Understanding and applying strategies around system development across a typical lifecycle, from requirement elicitation through to qualification, including integration, verification and validation activities, • Supporting identification of system emergent properties, trade-offs, optimisation, risk management and verification activities, • Liaising with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient engagement in support of system realisation, • Utilising Model Based Systems Engineering Tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect) to capture system definition Essential skills: • Experience of V-model or the full product lifecycle, • Developing Systems Engineering experience and exposure to the ISO 15288 lifecycle, • Familiar with Model based Systems Engineering and Digital Enabling Technologies, including relevant toolsets and collaborative work environments, • An awareness of marine/ship systems would be desirable but not compulsory, for example- HVAC, Fuel Systems, Gas Turbine Services, Fresh Water Services, Sea Water Services, Black and Grey Water Systems, Bilge and Sullage Systems, Gas Systems, Intake and Exhaust Systems, Chilled Water Systems, Lub Oil and Hydraulics, • Be qualified to degree level, or equivalent, in Systems Engineering or a related discipline, being a member of a relevant professional body, and be working towards an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) level, with an ambition of obtaining professional registration in the future The Systems Engineering team: Join our high‑performing Systems Engineering team and play a key role in supporting warship and submarine programmes across the Naval enterprise. You’ll work hands‑on with requirements definition, system decomposition, and system integration, helping shape the engineering behind some of the UK’s most complex Naval assets. You’ll collaborate closely with our Asset Management hubs – Platform Management, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Data and Digital to apply and tailor systems engineering tools and principles, solving real operational problems and improve platform availability. This role provides the opportunity to develop advanced systems engineering competencies while contributing directly to the enhancement of UK defence capability. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 17th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JP1 #LI-Hybrid

Are you passionate about cars, love helping customers, and enjoy working independently? Join Halfords as a Mobile Technician and bring your skills directly to our customers’ driveways. • £32,009.12 - £33,038.72 per annum + bonus, • 44 hour week, • Shift pattern, between Monday - Sunday with every other weekend included. 7:30 - 19:30 As a Mobile Technician, you’ll use your technical knowledge, problem-solving ability and customer service skills to keep our customers moving. After collecting your fully equipped van from the local Hub, you’ll be guided through your route by our smart technology, carrying out a wide range of repairs and services for our customers. With full training provided for any gaps in your skill set, you can expect to carry out the following work, day-to-day: • Tyre fitting, • Dash-cam fitting, • Battery replacement, • Air-con services, • Windscreen repairs, • Oil & filter changes, • Tow-bar fitting We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance, and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Benefits Include: • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave, • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Family & Friends Discount Events, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs, • Pension Scheme & Life Assurance Skills and experience • Previous experience as a Tyre Fitter or in other vehicle repair work is highly desirable, • Strong customer service skills & experience, • Ability to problem-solve and work on own initiative, • This role will suit those with a real passion for all things cars & motoring, • A current valid driving licence with no more than 6 points Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to step into a highly visible, impactful role within a forward-thinking organisation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can influence both people strategy and operational delivery?We are partnering with a progressive and community-focused organisation to recruit a Senior HR Advisor to join their proactive and well-regarded HR function. This is an exciting opportunity to work at a senior advisory level while contributing to key organisational initiatives that directly support workforce wellbeing, service delivery and long-term strategic goals.The OpportunityThis is a broad, genuinely generalist role offering excellent exposure across the full HR life cycle. Acting as a trusted partner to managers and senior stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality HR service while supporting the implementation of people-focused strategies.Working closely with the Head of HR, you will lead on complex casework, contribute to organisational change programmes and take ownership of key HR projects aligned to wider business objectives. You will also support and mentor junior members of the team, ensuring high standards of service delivery across the function.Key Responsibilities • Provide expert HR advice across a wide range of complex employee relations issues, ensuring best practice and compliance with employment legislation, • Lead on and manage complex casework including disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence cases., • Support, coach and develop HR Advisors, providing guidance on their caseloads and professional development., • Contribute to the design, review and implementation of HR policies, procedures and systems to ensure they remain fit for purpose and compliant., • Deliver key HR projects, including those aligned to organisational strategy and workforce planning, • Design and facilitate training sessions and workshops for managers on HR related topics, • Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures and TUPE processes, • Build effective relationships with stakeholders, including senior leaders, trade unions and internal partners, • Monitor developments in employment law and HR best practice, advising on potential impacts and required changes About You • You will be an experienced Senior HR professional with a strong generalist background and a proven ability to operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels., • To succeed in this role, you will bring:, • Significant experience managing complex employee relations cases and providing high-level HR advice, • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, • Experience supporting organisational change and delivering HR projects, • Previous experience mentoring or managing junior HR team members, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels, • A proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach, • CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent) qualification, or working towards, • Experience within a unionised or public sector environment would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? • Opportunity to work in a values-led organisation focused on making a tangible difference, • Broad, varied role with exposure to strategic HR activity, • Supportive, collaborative HR team environment, • Hybrid working and flexible arrangements, • Strong emphasis on professional development and growth Benefits Include • 26 days annual leave increasing after 5 years' service, • Hybrid working arrangements (subject to business needs - minimum requirement to attend the office 2/3 days a week), • Ability to accrue up to 2 days additional flexi leave per month (subject to operational requirements), • Defined Benefit Pension Scheme, • Gym Membership - 30% off Full Membership, • Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme, • Excellent working environment 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Join our client in Southampton as a Motorcycle Workshop Controller and take a lead role within a well-established motorcycle dealership that prioritises organisation, customer satisfaction, and team development. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled professional to advance their career in a dynamic, supportive environment where expertise and dedication are highly valued.Benefits of a Workshop Controller: • Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £39,000, dependent on experience, • Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development programmes, • Employee discounts on motorcycles, parts, and accessories, • Company pension scheme, life insurance, and sick pay benefits, • Spacious on-site parking facilities, • Opportunity to work in a modern, well-organised dealership within a reputable family-owned business with a rich history, • Supportive, community-oriented working environment promoting career growth and stabilityDuties of a Workshop Controller:, • Manage the daily workshop diary, ensuring efficient workflow and timely job delivery, • Allocate work to motorcycle technicians based on skill, capacity, and workload demands, • Monitor progress of repairs and services to meet deadlines and maintain high standards, • Liaise effectively with parts department to ensure parts availability and minimise delays, • Process job cards, warranty claims, and invoicing accurately and promptly, • Support the service team with updates on repair status and additional work requirements, • Maintain manufacturer compliance and uphold workshop standards in accordance with industry regulations, • Supervise and oversee the work of motorcycle technicians and support staff, • Contribute to delivering exceptional customer service and workshop organisation, • Assist in fostering a professional and productive team environmentRequirements of a Workshop Controller:, • Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Service Advisor, or in a similar workshop management role is preferred, • Knowledge of motorcycles or the automotive industry is highly desirable, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask efficiently, • Excellent communication and team management skills, • Familiarity with Dealer Management Systems (DMS) is advantageous, • Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented approach to workshop operations, • Enthusiastic and proactive attitude towards workshop leadership, • Ambition to progress within the motorcycle trade or to assume greater autonomiaContact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire today to discover more about this fantastic Workshop Controller opportunity.Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.

HR Advisor - Southampton Location: Southampton, SO14 - 1 day in the office (Thursday for Team anchor day). Salary: £19.32 per hour. Full Time – Monday to Friday – 37 hours. Contract: Initial 3 month contract – possibly beyond. • Managing the full spectrum of ER cases including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, flexible working and performance-related matters., • Provide expert advice to the line managers on best practise, policy and procedures via telephone and email., • To produce accurate HR casework documentation - reviewing ER correspondence/documentation and supporting hearings and meetings. Purpose of the Role • Provide timely and effective HR and Organisational Development (OD) advice and support to HR Business Partners and management teams across the organisation., • Support the delivery of the Workforce Strategy by developing workforce capability and capacity, promoting employee engagement, and ensuring effective employee relations practices., • Contribute to the development and implementation of modern, sustainable HR policies and practices that support organisational objectives and strengthen employer reputation. Key Responsibilities HR Advisory & Employee Relations • Provide first-line professional HR advice and support to managers, ensuring workforce changes and working practices are implemented in line with organisational policies and procedures., • Deliver first-level support on employee relations matters, offering guidance on policy interpretation, case management, and procedural compliance., • Advise managers on all aspects of HR and OD policy and practice, supporting the achievement of workforce and organisational objectives., • Diagnose HR and organisational issues, identify risks, and implement appropriate solutions to prevent recurrence or escalation., • Maintain accurate, objective, and confidential records of HR activities, interventions, and casework. Organisational Development & Workforce Planning • Support HR Business Partners in delivering HR and OD initiatives that enhance employee engagement, organisational effectiveness, and performance outcomes., • Contribute to workforce planning activities by analysing workforce information, identifying capability needs, and supporting productivity improvements., • Assist in identifying and addressing learning, training, and development requirements across the workforce., • Support organisational development projects and initiatives aimed at improving workplace culture, employee experience, and organisational performance. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration • Work closely with management teams to ensure HR processes are delivered efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with agreed policies and procedures., • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with employee representatives and trade unions, supporting constructive dialogue and effective resolution of workplace issues., • Collaborate with administrative colleagues to ensure the timely provision of accurate HR information, guidance, and support to managers and employees. Policy Development & Service Improvement • Research, review, and contribute to the development of HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with organisational and legislative requirements., • Support continuous improvement activities and projects designed to enhance HR service delivery and strengthen organisational effectiveness., • Contribute to initiatives that promote the organisation as an employer of choice and a great place to work. Key Areas of Expertise • Employee Relations, • HR Policy and Procedure, • Organisational Development, • Workforce Planning, • Learning and Development, • Stakeholder Management, • Change Management, • Performance Improvement, • Trade Union Relations, • HR Project Support, • Employment Legislation Compliance Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician seeking a new challenge within a prestigious dealership environment? Our client, a reputable independent dealership specialising in high-performance and luxury vehicles, is looking to appoint a skilled Vehicle Technician. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with premier automotive brands and develop your career in a supportive, professional atmosphere.Benefits: • Competitive basic salary of circa £40,000 - £42,718 per annum, Negotiable based on experience, • 28 days holiday, including bank holidays, with Christmas closure and paid additional events, • The chance to work on high-end performance vehicles, including rare and classic models, • Supportive team environment with experienced senior technicians and dedicated apprentices, • Well-equipped workshop featuring six ramps and advanced diagnostic tools, • Opportunities for ongoing training and career development within a well-established dealership, • Regular team events such as supercar weekends and exclusive customer engagementsDuties of a Vehicle Technician:, • Perform maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and servicing on luxury and performance vehicles to the highest standards, • Use advanced diagnostic equipment and specialised tools to accurately identify faults, • Work on a variety of models including high-performance cars, classic vehicles, and modern performance sports cars, • Assist with vehicle inspections, minor repairs, and MOTs (if qualified), ensuring compliance with safety standards, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment, • Collaborate effectively with team members, providing technical support and sharing best practices, • Document all work thoroughly, adhering to dealership and manufacturer standards, • Provide excellent customer service and professional communication at all timesRequirements of a Vehicle Technician:, • Proven experience as a Technician, Master Technician, or equivalent, ideally with a background in luxury or performance vehicles, • Genuine passion for high-performance cars with a focus on quality and detail, • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in motor vehicle maintenance and repairs, • MOT licence advantageous but not essential; willingness to develop further, • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and responsibly, • Good communication skills and a professional appearance, • Ability to work efficiently on complex and older vehicle systems, • Driven to deliver high-quality workmanship with minimal supervisionIf you are ready to advance your career as a Vehicle Technician and work within a dynamic, forward-thinking dealership, we encourage you to apply.Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Eastleigh and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Technician opportunity.Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please contact us today.

The Body Shop When Anita Roddick founded The Body Shop in 1976, she had a vision. Business as a force for good – that’s us. Over 40 years later, we’re proud to be pioneering cruelty-free beauty every step of the way. We’re the original ethical beauty brand. We’ve got a thing for empowering people and enriching our planet. We’re all about keeping it real, in every way possible. Our activist roots remain a huge part of everything we do, from our iconic window posters to our vegetarian products to our infamous campaigns. We’re never afraid to stand up and speak the truth. We like to do things a little differently around here. The Body Shop is committed to generating positive economic, social and environmental impact. We’re fighting for what we believe in now more than ever. No holding back. Breaking the mould has always come naturally to us, and we need someone who’s not afraid to mix things up. Your role in a nutshell As part of our dedicated team of consultants you will offer advice to our customers and provide an inspirational insight into The Body Shop products and philosophy. You will get to learn the products, their origins and proactively engage with customers to experience a range that suits their preferences and lifestyle. More about the role • Learn and understand our products - they're packed with natural ingredients, many of which have been sourced ethically using Community Trade programmes , we're not just selling a skin care routine, we're also helping communities build a better life, • Learn our customer's needs and recommend any of our 2,000 vegetarian/vegan products that will make them feel so good, • Support the store management team in driving sales and profit within the store through the delivery of exceptional customer service What we look for • Interest in connecting with customers to drive customer engagement, • Open availability for evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. What we offer • Comprehensive onboarding in your new position, • Training hours for you & your team as needed, • A 50% discount on regular product & 30% on Gifts, • Freebies - when we launch new products, we want our Teams to be the first to fall in love with them, • Volunteer time so you can spend time with the causes that matter to you, • Ability to make connections with Community Partners to drive local activism, • (UN) Uniform- We don't believe in uniformity. We'll give you one of our famous Green Aprons and the rest is up to you, wear what makes you feel good, • Opportunities to grow within the Brand, • Encouragement & support to be exactly who you are - employees may join any/all our Inclusion & Belonging Networks at The Body Shop, including TBS Together Pride, SEEN Ethnicity, GO Far Gender & This Ability Disability NetworkTalent DriversCollaborative SkillsPersonal ConductCommercialityPurpose

Not only is there a £200k - £250k revenue book to inherit here, this is a rare opportunity for a Commercial Account Executive who would like to specialize in the interesting world of marine insurance. As you can probably guess, a lot of these clients are along the coasts of the UK, meaning you'll have some amazing drives to look forward to! You'll service clients including vessel owners and operators, marinas, boat builders, boatyards, terminals and sailing clubs amongst others! Typical marine covers including Hull and Machinery, P&I, Marine Liability and Marine Trade. This is ideal if you're particularly strong in the commercial combined/package class of business, have an interest in boats and all things marine, plus are a serviced orientated Commercial Account Executive with a track record of developing £25k - £30k of new business per year. Our client is a well-established, independent Chartered Insurance Broker with a strong reputation across the commercial insurance market. With more than 50 years' experience and offices across the South West and London, they are recognised for delivering specialist, relationship-led advice to a diverse client base. The business has developed a particularly strong reputation within niche and specialist sectors including marine, property, education, technology and private client insurance, combining technical expertise with a genuinely client-focused approach. As an independent broker, they pride themselves on providing tailored solutions rather than a transactional service, with long-standing client relationships and excellent staff retention underpinning their continued growth. What's on offer? • A salary in the £50k - £70k range is on offer inluding bonus structure to incentive retention, growth and new business., • The business offers a highly supportive and collaborative environment with a strong commitment to employee development, professional qualifications and long-term career progression. Employees benefit from structured training, specialist technical support, wellbeing initiatives and access to private healthcare/wellbeing schemes, alongside the opportunity to work within an award-winning independent brokerage with excellent staff retention and a modern, people-focused culture A bit about you: • You'll bring a track record being a Commercial Account Executive at an Insurance Broker. You'll ideally have dealt with the odd marine client, but as long as you have a strong commercial combined/package insurance background with an interest in specializing in marine, you will be considered, • You pride yourself on your retention rate and typically renew 95% or more of your clients year on year., • Whilst there is a good sized, existing book to inherit, you will be expected to grow your account organically and will need to show a track record of developing at least £25k - £30k of new business per year, • You can be based anywhere across the country, but there is preference to hire someone in the South West, Wales, South East or Midlands. This is one of a kind opportunity which does not come up often, if you're intrigued to have a conversation, please submit your CV or express initial interest (No CV required if you do not have one typed up) Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.

"Out of Hospitality" Trade Counter Supervisor Take your career to the next level as an "Out of Hospitality" Trade Counter Supervisor. We are a rapidly growing, nationwide business offering excellent career development opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to transition out of traditional, late-night hospitality industry hours! If you love fast-paced customer service but want to reclaim your evenings with daytime hours only, this is the perfect move for you. Our Trading Hours: • Wednesday: 08:30 – 18:00, • Thursday: 08:30 – 18:00, • Friday: 08:30 – 18:00, • Saturday: 08:30 – 17:00, • Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00, • Monday: 08:30 – 18:00, • Tuesday: 08:30 – 18:00 What You’ll Do: • Lead from the Front: Manage daily trade counter operations and inspire your team to deliver great service., • Master Customer Service: Support both our regular trade clients (B2B) and household retail customers (B2C) face-to-face and over the phone., • Drive Sales: Understand customer needs, offer expert product advice, and build long-lasting relationships across both markets., • Maintain Standards: Ensure smooth running of the counter, stock management, and audit compliance. What You’ll Need: • Strong customer service experience (hospitality, retail, or fast-paced customer service backgrounds are highly welcome!)., • Experience or confidence dealing with both trade (B2B) and household (B2C) customers., • Excellent phone manner and an ability to handle queries quickly., • Leadership potential or previous supervisory experience useful but not essential. What’s in it for You: • No Late Nights: Enjoy consistent daytime trading hours., • Career Growth: Unrivalled training and excellent development opportunities to progress into wider management., • Competitive Pay & Perks: Great hourly rate with an award-winning company pension scheme. Ready to build a solid career with us? Apply today to join our nationwide team!

📍 UK / Europe 📝 Permanent 🌊 Next‑Gen Maritime Technology Are you ready to help transform one of the world’s oldest industries through cutting‑edge technology? One of our key partners are a pioneering organisation that’s redefining how operations at sea are conducted with innovation, autonomy, and environmental responsibility at the core. This is not your average workplace. This is a team of fearless thinkers, boundary‑pushers, and problem‑solvers who believe technology can make oceans safer, cleaner, and more sustainable 🌍 🌟 The Opportunity We’re seeking a Product Manager to lead the end‑to‑end development of a mature but rapidly evolving autonomous maritime systems product line. You’ll sit at the intersection of technology, delivery, and real‑world operations, shaping a product used in demanding, high‑stakes environments. Expect a mix of strategic roadmap ownership, hands‑on decision‑making, and close collaboration with engineering and programme teams. If you thrive in complexity, love solving real operational challenges, and enjoy steering products with purpose, this one’s for you. 💼 What You’ll Be Doing • 🧭 Own the product roadmap for a key autonomous systems product line, • 🔄 Align engineering capability, programme needs, and long‑term product direction, • 🤝 Act as the bridge between engineering teams and customer‑facing stakeholders, • 📝 Translate operational requirements into clear, prioritised product definitions, • 🧩 Maintain technical and functional coherence across multiple programmes, • ⚙️ Hold ownership of product requirements, backlog, and acceptance criteria, • 🚀 Support programme delivery with product‑level decisions and trade‑offs, • 📣 Contribute to bids, proposals, and product positioning, • 📡 Communicate strategy, priorities, and rationale across diverse teams 🧠 Who You Are • Proven experience in product management or a similar technical leadership role, • Background in software, robotics, autonomy, maritime systems, or complex engineered products, • Able to understand and challenge system architectures and technical decisions, • Comfortable in delivery‑led, programme‑driven environments, • Strong communicator who can align stakeholders and drive clarity, • Collaborative, curious, and motivated by meaningful impact ✨ Desirable Extras • Experience in maritime, autonomous vehicles, or remote platforms, • Exposure to bids, proposals, or regulated markets (defence, government, etc.), • Ability to balance customer needs, delivery realities, and long‑term product leverage, • Experience scaling products across multiple programmes or regions 💰 Salary £85-95,000 depending on experience, plus additional benefits package What You Can Expect A culture built on inclusion, equality, safety, and education. A belief that innovation thrives when people feel respected and empowered. A commitment to doing the right thing for people and the planet. A workplace where creativity, courage, and collaboration are the norm. This organisation knows it isn’t perfect but it’s relentlessly committed to progress, responsibility, and positive change. For more information, please apply now!

• £40,000 - £60,000 OTE (comprising of salary, bonus, overtime & callout rates), • Uncapped bonus scheme, including Overtime & Call-out rates, • Mobile role – Van, Tools & PPE provided, • Monday to Saturday, (12.00 finish Saturday) Are you an experienced Commercial Vehicle Tyre Fitter looking for the next step in your career? If so, then look no further - apply today to the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. We offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme! Key duties include: • Fit/repair tyres including car, van, truck, agricultural, industrial and earthmover – roadside & in depot, • Provide an exceptional customer service experience, • Accurately complete all relevant paperwork and electronic job sheets. Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS) is the UK's largest Commercial Vehicle Tyre service provider. As part of the Halfords Group, HCFS was formed by acquiring three large entities: Lodge, McConechys, and Universal, alongside some previous independent tyre management services enabling us to offer nationwide coverage for our customers. Benefits Include: • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs, • Pension Scheme & Life Assurance Skills & Experience: • REACT Licence to work safely at the roadside, • Possess a full, current driving licence, • RTRT and/or LCTT licences or equivalent, • Minimum 1 year experience as a Commercial Tyre Technician or similar, • Willing and able to work with heavy machinery and equipment in an outdoor environment. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Ready for the next step in management with the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme! As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work alongside the Centre Manager to provide productive management and leadership, driving profitability, with firm focus on the customers journey. You will have had previous hands-on experience as a mechanic or management experience in a similar environment as you will be dividing your time between the workshop, working alongside the technicians, and assisting the Centre Manager with daily sales and customer service. If you have the desire to help drive business performance, passionate about customer experience, and are looking for a long-term career with excellent progression and training schemes, this really could be the perfect opportunity for you, don’t delay apply today! • Maximum amount of £34,093 per annum, • Average uncapped bonus of £7,100 per year (with potential to earn more), • 5 days a week, • Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply. Benefits Include: • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave, • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Family & Friends Discount Events, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs, • Pension Scheme & Life Assurance, • You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. This includes access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications too. What we’re looking for: • Proven ability to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction through effective management and leadership, • Experience in coaching, training, and developing colleagues in the moment, • Strong technical/mechanical knowledge, ideally supported by a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent experience), • Solid understanding of workshop operations, diagnostics, and vehicle maintenance processes, • Bring your own set of tools and put them to great use in a busy, well-equipped workshop, • Experience of maintaining compliance with Health & Safety standards, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • IT proficient, with the ability and willingness to learn in-house systems, • Strong organisational and time management skills, • Full, valid driving licence We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest vehicle service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Interim Head of Housing Works Based in South Coast, hybrid working Length: 6 months We are seeking to appoint an interim Head of Housing Works to lead the delivery of safe, high-quality, and sustainable homes for residents. The role will drive a significant transformation programme, reshaping services to improve outcomes for tenants while supporting the development of resilient and thriving communities across the city. Key Responsibilities of the interim Head of Housing Works: • Prioritise the performance and sustainability of the housing system while building relationships with leaders of the council to agree priorities and mutual strategy, • Use the housing drumbeat of governance to collaborate with SLT leaders to align priorities, allocate resources, remove blockers and manage escalated risks to drive week on week improvement, • Build a housing culture that empowers managers and staff to get to the root cause of problems, make space for collaboration, improvement across functions, • Ensure high quality services are delivered that comply with regulatory standards and budgetary constraints, • Ensure all work is delivered in line with statutory, regulatory, and technical requirements, including the Building Safety Act, Decent Homes Standard, Awaab’s Law, and all relevant health & safety and CDM regulations, • Support the design and rollout of effective data management systems and processes, • Clearly articulate delivery capacity, limitations, and trade-offs, using evidence to guide decisions and reduce reliance on unsustainable practices or reactive solutions, • Draw on customer feedback and delivery experience to strengthen how repairs, maintenance, and works are planned, sequenced, and delivered, • Produce an annual business plan for Housing Works, establish operational budgets, and collaborate with SLT colleagues to drive value for money while jointly owning decisions, priorities, and trade-offs Skills, Experience and Knowledge required of the interim Head of Housing Works: • CIH Level 5 qualification (or higher), or equivalent proven expertise and experience in housing, • Ongoing professional development within housing, particularly in health & safety, compliance, and leadership, • Strong working expertise in the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Regulator of Social Housing standards, including Decent Homes requirements, • Proven experience in commissioning services, including implementing digital job management, diagnostic, and reporting tools to enhance end-to-end service delivery, • Highly effective communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities, with the capability to work confidently within political settings and alongside partner organisations, • Desirable qualifications include Chartered Surveyor (MRICS/FRICS), NEBOSH National Certificate in Health and Safety or APM Project Management

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Head of Housing Works for our client a government organisation in Southampton. The successful post holder will form part of the senior leadership team in Resident Services, Housing division. This new opportunity has been created as part of their exciting transformation strategy. Reporting directly to the Director. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 1-2 days in office per week. Some travel required. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: • Prioritise the performance and sustainability of the Housing system as a whole over the optimisation of any individual function, making trade-offs explicit and acting in the interests of overall outcomes for residents and the organisation., • Build relationships and collaborate with leaders across the organisation, other public sector bodies and tenants to scan the horizon, agree priorities and mutual strategy., • Use the Housing drumbeat of governance to collaborate with other SLT leaders, align priorities, allocate resources (£ & people) to priorities, remove blockers and manage escalated risks to drive week on week improvement – drawing on evidence, customer insight and real-world experience., • Build a Housing culture that empowers managers, staff and teams, gets to the root cause of problems and makes space for collaboration, learning and improvement across functions., • Ensure Housing delivers high-quality services across all of Housing that meet agreed commissioning requirements, comply with regulatory standards, operate within budgetary constraints and add value for tenants., • Lead the Housing Works function to deliver safe, high-quality and efficient repairs, voids and maintenance services that meet agreed commissioning priorities and customer expectations., • Champion the use of digital tools and data insight to improve planning, scheduling, and workflow efficiency, supporting first-time fix and reduced turnaround times., • Develop an annual business plan for Housing Works that responds to agree client needs – both strategic and operational – and aligns with Southampton’s wider organisational and financial frameworks. Ensure the plan sets out clear priorities, resourcing and performance commitments consistent with commissioned outcomes., • Set operating budgets with sufficient staff and non-staff elements to deliver improving outcomes for residents., • Understand the cost drivers in your services and use that insight to shape delivery, improve efficiency and inform business cases. Develop business-case capability within the DLO to support investment decisions (e.g. tools, fleet, stores, systems) that improve productivity and reduce total cost. Personal Requirements: • Degree-level education and/or a relevant professional or leadership qualification, or equivalent senior leadership experience in a complex operational environment., • Significant experience leading large-scale operational services, ideally within housing, property, construction or a comparable environment - with accountability for delivery, performance and budgets., • Strong commercial and financial awareness, with experience managing supply chains, improving productivity and delivering value for money across in-house and external delivery models., • A track record of driving service improvement and change - strengthening planning, performance management and ways of working to deliver more consistent, reliable outcomes., • The ability to lead through others - building strong leadership and management capability, creating clear accountability and enabling teams to perform without over-reliance on central control., • Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries and build trusted relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders. Working Hours: 37hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £500.00 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.

Freelance Quantity Surveyor - Southampton Freelance Senior Quantity SurveyorLocation: Southampton Contract Length: Initial 6+ months Rate: £400-£450 per day Engagement: Ltd Company or PAYE only (NO CIS) A well-established regional contractor with a strong presence across the South Coast is looking to bring in a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial side of a £10 million public sector, commercial and leisure refurbishment project in Southampton. The project is entering a key pre-construction and procurement phase, and you’ll play a hands-on role in shaping the commercial approach before supporting the scheme as it progresses on site. This is a 6/7 -month contract position, with regular site involvement required, alongside hybrid working flexibility depending on workload and project needs. About the ProjectThe scheme is a large-scale commercial refurbishment, involving significant pre-construction input, trade procurement, and phased delivery. The project demands strong commercial control, coordination with design and site teams, and clear cost certainty as works progress from pre-con into construction. The scope includes: • Pre-construction commercial planning and cost control, • Procurement of multiple trade packages, • Refurbishment works within an active commercial environment, • Transition from pre-con into site delivery Responsibilities • Lead commercial management of a £10m refurbishment project, • Oversee pre-construction activities, including cost planning and risk management, • Prepare, issue, and manage procurement and trade packages, • Carry out tender analysis, negotiations, and subcontractor appointments, • Manage project budgets, forecasts, and monthly cost reporting, • Control variations, change management, and commercial risk, • Work closely with the Project Manager and site team to support delivery, • Support final account preparation and commercial close-out About You • Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a main or regional contractor background, • Proven experience on commercial refurbishment projects (£5m-£15m+), • Strong understanding of pre-construction and procurement processes, • Confident managing subcontractors and commercial negotiations, • Comfortable working site-based, with flexibility for hybrid working, • Practical, organised, and commercially astute If you’d like to talk this role through, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at the Southampton Hays office for a confidential conversation. #4785990

Sales Engineer Location: Southampton, Hampshire (Remote) A global leader in sustainable climate and temperature-control solutions is seeking a proactive Sales Engineer to join its OEM & Trade team. This role suits someone commercially driven, technically confident and motivated by helping customers find the right HVAC and Process Cooling solutions. The Role • Develop new business and manage existing customer relationships., • Promote equipment and service solutions across HVAC and Process Temperature Control markets., • Build a strong sales pipeline and maintain accurate CRM records., • Provide technical guidance, conduct site assessments and support solution design., • Collaborate with engineering, project and marketing teams., • Prepare sales forecasts, analyse market trends and support strategic planning., • Ensure compliance with QHSE standards and internal processes. About You • Engineering qualification or relevant technical experience is an advantage., • Proven sales experience, ideally within HVAC or refrigeration., • Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills., • Target-driven with a track record of achieving results., • Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office., • Full Right to Work and a valid driving licence. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a purpose-driven, innovative environment and wants to contribute to a more sustainable future. If you are interested in the role of Sales Engineer and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing. If this job isn't exactly right for you but you're looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion. Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity.

We are currently delivering a major Billing Transformation Programme, introducing a new enterprise billing platform to replace our existing system. Alongside this transformation, we must continue to support and maintain our current platform, ensuring continuity and accuracy while carefully managing complex and business-critical data, processes, and structures. This creates a unique opportunity to be part of a high-impact programme, helping to protect and evolve our billing capability while transitioning to a modern, future-ready solution. We are looking for an experienced and delivery-focused Project Manager to join CNS in Southampton and play a key role in the successful delivery of the Billing Transformation Programme. This role sits at the centre of programme execution, leading critical workstreams focused on system integration and data migration to ensure delivery against scope, timelines, and quality standards. You’ll work closely with the Programme Manager, Integration Lead, QA, IT teams, and business stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, and Operations to coordinate both technical and business activities. The role requires strong organisational capability and the ability to manage complex dependencies across systems, teams, and delivery phases. This position is ideal for a project manager who thrives in technically complex environments, enjoys coordinating cross-functional teams, and can drive structured delivery across integration, migration, testing, and deployment activities. Location: Southampton (Hybrid) How you will contribute • Lead the delivery of integration and migration workstreams within the Billing Transformation Programme., • Develop and manage detailed workstream plans, including milestones, dependencies, and critical path activities., • Ensure delivery aligns with the overall programme timeline and sequencing., • Coordinate system integration activities across legacy systems, terminal operating systems, and the new billing platform., • Oversee data migration planning, execution, and validation, ensuring data integrity and completeness., • Track progress against plans, proactively identifying risks, issues, and dependencies., • Provide clear status reporting and updates to the Programme Manager, ensuring visibility of delivery progress., • Ensure timely escalation of blockers impacting delivery., • Coordinate activities across IT, QA, Finance, Commercial, and Operations teams to ensure aligned delivery., • Facilitate workshops and working sessions to resolve integration and migration challenges., • Support planning and coordination of system integration testing (SIT) and UAT activities., • Ensure defects and issues are tracked, prioritised, and resolved effectively., • Support cutover planning and ensure readiness for go-live., • Contribute to continuous improvement of delivery processes, tools, and programme execution practices. What you will bring • Proven experience delivering IT projects, system implementations, or data migration initiatives., • Strong experience managing integration-heavy or technically complex workstreams., • Excellent planning, coordination, and delivery management capabilities., • Experience working across cross-functional teams, including both technical and business stakeholders., • Familiarity with testing processes (SIT/UAT), data migration, and system rollouts., • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage risks and dependencies effectively., • Highly organised, structured, and detail-oriented approach to delivery., • Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, complex environments., • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills., • Resilience and adaptability when working across changing priorities and delivery pressures. Compensation DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package. About DP World Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 120,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses—Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology—and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. What’s more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT’S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE

About the Business Quilter plc is a leading wealth management business, helping to enable brighter financial futures for every generation. Quilter oversees £141.2 billion in customer investments (as of December 2025). It has an adviser and customer offering spanning financial advice, investment platforms, multi-asset investment solutions, and discretionary fund management. The business is comprised of two segments: Affluent and High Net Worth. Affluent encompasses the financial planning business, Quilter Financial Planning, the Quilter Investment Platform and Quilter Investors, the multi-asset investment solutions business. High Net Worth includes the discretionary fund management business, Quilter Cheviot, together with Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning - offering a highly personalised service to private clients, charities, trustees, and professional partners. Quilter Cheviot has presence throughout the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. At Quilter we never stand still. Our foundations are rooted in our extraordinary expertise, which is trusted by hundreds of thousands of customers, but we have great ambitions to stay one step ahead and make an even greater difference to the people and communities we serve, including our colleagues. Our business is transforming, continually modernising, and becoming even more customer centric. So, if you want to be bold in the pursuit of your ambitions, bring new ideas, and challenge and evolve what we do, it's the perfect time to join us! About the Role Level: 4 Department: HR Location: Southampton, United Kingdom (hybrid - 2 days a week in the office) Contract Type: Permanent Regulated/Non-Regulated: Non-regulated As an HR Risk & Governance Advisor, you'll play a key role in strengthening people risk management and governance across the HR function. Working closely with Risk, Compliance and senior stakeholders, you'll help ensure robust oversight of HR regulatory obligations, particularly in relation to SMCR. You'll be part of a small, specialist team and will take ownership of key processes, reporting and continuous improvement activity within HR risk and governance. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting the ongoing development and maturity of HR risk and governance practices, • Providing oversight and coordination of HR-related SMCR processes and administration, • Preparing and reviewing data for regulatory reporting, including Code of Conduct breach reporting, • Maintaining the HR risk register and coordinating HR Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSAs), • Monitoring and reporting on key risk indicators and governance metrics, • Supporting HR audits and acting as a subject matter expert on people risk matters, • Reviewing regulated references and managing SMCR-related queries, • Working with stakeholders to ensure accurate governance documentation, including responsibilities mapping, • Contributing to HR risk and SMCR-related projects and process improvements Consumer Duty Whilst this isn't a directly customer facing role, the duties you will perform support direct overall positive outcomes for our customers by enabling our leaders to make informed decisions which balance the trade-off between risk and reward and ensure regulatory compliance. This contributes to improved services, customer centric outcomes, stability, responsiveness, and overall customer satisfaction. About You You'll bring: • Experience in risk, governance or compliance within a large, regulated organisation (financial services desirable), • Knowledge of the UK financial services regulatory environment and HR-related regulation, • An understanding of SMCR and its practical application (desirable), • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, • A proactive, curious mindset with a focus on continuous improvementYou'll thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and be comfortable taking ownership and influencing across HR and the wider business. #LI-IC1 #LI-hybrid Inclusion & Diversity We value diversity and strive to promote inclusivity in all aspects of our culture. We believe in equal opportunities for all, ensuring that no applicant encounters less favourable treatment based on anything but their skills, qualifications, experience, and potential. We celebrate the unique contributions of a diverse workforce and create a respectful, nurturing environment where every colleague can thrive. Values Do the right thing: We act with integrity and are proudly committed to going above and beyond in service of our clients and the support we provide our communities. Always curious: We continuously seek new ideas and knowledge so we're one step ahead of our clients' needs. We look for inspiration everywhere and encourage experimentation, recognising that this is how we create brilliant solutions for brighter futures. Embrace challenge: We aim high to transform our potential into meaningful outcomes. With ambition as our driving force and a steadfast commitment to growth, we succeed for the good of every generation. Stronger together: Combining our diverse talents, we accomplish more collectively than we ever could do alone. We speak openly, actively listen, and support each other, and constructively challenge and embrace new ideas. We seek empowerment and demonstrate ownership and trust, with the confidence to make impactful decisions. Core Benefits Holiday: 182 hours (26 days) Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate in incentive scheme, to incentivise business performance and their contribution. Pension Scheme: A non-contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contributions. Private Medical Insurance: Single cover as standard with options to increase cover to include your partner or children. Life Assurance: 4x your salary. Income Protection: 75% of salary, less state benefits, payable after 26 weeks of absence. Healthcare Cash Plan: Jersey employees only In addition to our core benefits, we offer a range of flexible benefits to UK employees that you can choose from and pay for conveniently via a salary deduction.

AREA OFFICERS (BASED IN DUNDEE/GLASGOW) £70,782 - £80,433 pa + final salary pension + car/ car allowance The EIS is Scotland’s largest and most influential trade union and professional organisation for teachers and lecturers, with almost 65,000 members working in all education sectors and at all career stages. Two vacancies have arisen within our Area Officer team for a permanent, full-time positions. The post of Area Officer within the EIS carries significant responsibility and represents a crucial link between the national campaigning work of the EIS and its local associations and members across the country. Duties of the post include representation of individual members in high-level grievance and disciplinary matters, local negotiations with employers, recruitment and retention of members, training, and the provision of policy and organisational support and advice to the Institute’s local associations. Area Officer posts come with the option of the use of a car provided on the basis of the EIS car policy or a car allowance. Applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates with a background in teaching or lecturing are particularly welcome, as are those from candidates with previous or current involvement in a trade union. It is envisaged that one post will be based in the EIS Area Office in Dundee and the other in the EIS Area Office in Glasgow. The Institute has a Flexible Working Patterns policy, offering all members of staff a high degree of flexibility over the location at which work is carried out, subject to the overall requirements of the EIS and its members. The geographical areas for which the successful candidates will be initially responsible will be determined by the General Secretary and the Assistant General Secretary (Employment Relations) in consultation with the successful candidates, taking into account the requirements of the Institute. As a trade union employer, the EIS is committed to the principles of social justice and equality. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates. For further information and details of the application procedures please go to apply on external website. Closing Date – 22 June 2026

• £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, • Average uncapped bonus of £5,800 per annum (with potential to earn more), • 5 days a week, • Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply If you are a qualified MOT Tester join us at Halfords, the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business, where we offer great career opportunities, benefits and uncapped bonus scheme. Benefits Include: • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave, • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Family & Friends Discount Events, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs, • Pension Scheme & Life Assurance You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. Access to hybrid training and IMI approved continuous development will be fully supported. Skills and experience • Current MOT Testing Licence (No licence? Other opportunities available for Mechanic’s & Technician’s, contact one of our team on _ for more details), • Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points, • Team player willing to assist in workshop carrying out light vehicle maintenance, when not performing MOT’s Why Halfords? We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Principal Design Engineer (SystemVerilog / Micro-Architecture) – £100,000–£135,000 + bonus My client’s engineering team is looking to add Principal Design Engineers to support the development of next-generation GPU / AI compute IP. This role is focused on strengthening core design and micro-architecture capability, with a clear objective of unblocking delivery across critical programmes where design is currently the constraint. You will operate at the intersection of architecture, RTL design, and physical implementation awareness, working closely with verification and system teams to ensure scalable, high-performance silicon delivery. Principal Design Engineer – Role & Responsibilities: • Own micro-architecture definition from high-level specifications, • Develop high-quality SystemVerilog RTL aligned to performance, power, and area targets, • Work closely with verification teams to ensure design-for-verification efficiency, • Collaborate with physical design teams to understand and mitigate timing, congestion, and power challenges, • Contribute to overall design strategy and technical direction, • Take ownership of complex blocks within GPU / compute architectures, • Support and influence engineering best practices across the design function, • Operate as a senior technical contributor within a matrix engineering structure Principal Design Engineer – Essential Skills: • Strong experience in SystemVerilog RTL design, • Proven background in micro-architecture ownership (not just implementation), • ~15+ years’ experience within digital design (SoC / CPU / GPU / complex ASIC environments), • Understanding of physical design outcomes (timing, area, power trade-offs), • Awareness of verification methodologies and design-for-test considerations, • Experience working across cross-functional teams (architecture, verification, physical design), • Ability to operate at Principal level with autonomy and technical leadership, • Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical Nice to Have: • GPU / CPU / AI accelerator experience, • Memory / cache / interconnect design, • Datapath / ALU / compute architecture experience, • Experience within high-performance or complex SoC environments What this isn’t: • Not a pure RTL “coding” role without ownership, • Not a narrow block-level implementation position, • Not a research-only or theoretical architecture role, • Not a role where requirements are fully defined for you Why This Role: • Opportunity to operate at true Principal level with ownership, • Direct impact on delivery across high-value IP programmes, • Work on complex, high-performance GPU / AI compute designs, • Strong engineering environment with cross-functional collaboration, • Exposure to architecture, design, and system-level challenges, • Immediate need — your impact will be visible quickly Salary and Package: • £100,000 – £135,000 base salary, • 30% Bonus (company performance related), • Total Compensation (£135,000 - £175,500), • Pension, • Private medical, • Life assurance, • Income protection, • Relocation support available, • Hybrid working (3 days onsite) Interview Process: My client can offer a 3-stage process consisting of: • 1st stage: Technical screening (45 minutes), • 2nd stage: Technical panel (2 hours 10 minutes), • 3rd stage: HR / final discussion This process can typically be completed within 2–3 weeks (depending on availability)

FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER - PERMANENT POSITION We are currently recruiting for a hands-on Field Service Engineer to support the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of an advanced vision-based Real-Time Location System (RTLS) across customer sites throughout the UK logistics sector. This customer-facing role combines installation, commissioning, fault finding, and ongoing technical support for cutting-edge AI-powered camera systems designed to improve operational safety and productivity in industrial environments. As a Field Service Engineer, you will work directly on customer sites, carrying out equipment installation, system configuration, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting activities. You will act as a key technical contact for customers, ensuring systems operate reliably while delivering a high standard of service and support. The role offers exposure to advanced technologies including computer vision, AI-driven tracking systems, industrial networking, and safety solutions. You will work closely with internal engineering, product, and commercial teams, providing valuable field feedback to support continuous product improvement. This is a varied and highly practical role involving regular UK travel, customer interaction, and opportunities for long-term technical development as the business continues to grow. Key Responsibilities: • Install, configure, test, and commission RTLS hardware and software systems at customer locations., • Carry out on-site fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure maximum system uptime., • Provide first-line and second-line technical support to customers both remotely and on-site., • Perform preventative maintenance, system health checks, and performance optimisation activities., • Support customer training and handovers following installation and commissioning., • Work closely with customers to resolve technical issues quickly and professionally., • Assist with system upgrades, software updates, and configuration changes., • Complete service reports, installation documentation, and technical records accurately., • Support technical demonstrations and occasional trade show or customer event activities., • Collaborate with engineering and product teams to escalate recurring issues and provide field feedback., • Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety and site compliance requirements., • Travel regularly across the UK to support customer sites as required. Skills & Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in a Field Service Engineer, Service Technician, Installation Engineer, or similar technical role., • Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline., • Strong hands-on electrical, electronic, or electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills., • Experience working with industrial systems, CCTV/camera systems, networking, automation, or related technologies would be advantageous., • Interest in technologies such as computer vision, AI systems, RF technologies, and industrial safety applications., • Ability to diagnose and resolve technical faults independently in customer-facing environments., • Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple service activities., • Comfortable working independently and travelling regularly to customer sites., • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • Good working knowledge of IT systems and networking principles., • Experience with Linux and Python would be beneficial but not essential., • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively across the UK., • Fluent in English, both written and spoken. The Offer: • A permanent, full-time employment contract, • A salary & benefits package commensurate with experience Please send over your CV to tom.walker@vividresourcing.com or call me on +32 (0) 3 318 00 74. As always, we are open to recommendations, so please feel free to pass this on to other suitable candidates.

Technical Advisor Trade Association – Membership Body This is a home-based role, requiring travel to London once per week/month for Staff Day, plus occasional UK travel. All travel expenses are covered. Salary £35,000-40,000 depending on experience with excellent benefits including 25 days holiday (plus statutory/public holiday days), home worker contract, so all travel and other work-related expenses will be covered, Pension scheme, The Association pay 10% of gross pay as long as employee enrols and pays 5% min, Private health cover for the employee, Life insurance, Non contractual annual performance bonus which pays up to 10% of gross pay Permanent, Full Time Our client, a well-respected and reputable trade association – membership body, is seeking a Technical Advisor The Technical Advisor plays a key role in developing and delivering innovative, practical approaches to technical regulation and standards that support members in placing products on the market safely, legally and efficiently. Working across defined product and regulatory areas, the role contributes to the development of industry positions that move beyond prescriptive, tick-box compliance towards proportionate risk management, due diligence and good regulatory outcomes. The Technical Advisor supports members and working in partnerships with government, standards bodies and international stakeholders by providing clear, evidence-based technical input, helping the Association navigate new and emerging regulatory challenges in ways that deliver real value for the industry. Key Responsibilities Take responsibility for leading on matters relating to UK and EU standards and regulation for Domestic Appliances, both large and small. Take full ownership of a portfolio of product groups as the association lead contact for specific technical matters relating to conformity and performance. Contribute to horizon scanning, early assessment and interpretation of emerging regulatory and standards developments, supporting proportionate and risk-based industry approaches. Manage actions and priorities to ensure timely, high-quality technical input and effective member representation. Review, interpret and circulate incoming technical and regulatory information so member views can be formed and represented effectively. Write responses to consultations and calls for input, in collaboration with members. Create content for newsletters, website and publications. Maintain a close and regular dialogue with member company representatives to ensure their active participation in group activities. Represent the views of members on technical matters at standards meetings and with government departments and other bodies. Attend meetings both nationally and internationally to represent members interests relating to the review, creation and updating of standards and regulation for a given set of product categories or regulatory areas. Organise effective meetings of member Panels dealing with specific issues. Deal with enquiries from Members; government agencies and from other Stakeholders. Assist in the preparation of meetings in outside bodies where association holds a secretariat/ chairperson position. The Person Essential Technical experience in a consumer (electrical) environment, including experience of placing products on the market and engaging with regulatory, conformity or compliance processes. An understanding of Standards and Regulation detail and process relating to consumer electrical/domestic appliances Excellent communication skills (presenting, written & verbal). The ability to extract pertinent information from technical documents and to explain them in clear and concise English to both technical and non-technical people. Relationship management Strong organisational, planning and prioritising skills Good ICT skills (including full Office 365 suite & Copilot) Track record of working on detailed proposals with competing demands and responding to tight deadlines. Ability to research new technology or technical areas. Ability to work alone, with minimal supervision as well as part of a team. Desirable Knowledge of chemical, waste, safety and circular economy standards and regulatory matters. Knowledge of environmental standards and regulatory matters relating to consumer electricals including ecodesign and energy labelling. Project Management. Knowledge of standards and regulatory matters relating to cyber security or energy smart appliance Knowledge of safety standards and regulation relating to consumer electronics. A degree or equivalent in an appropriate field such as engineering or science. Networks within UK and international Standards bodies. Knowledge of Policy formation processes. An understanding of the role of Trade Bodies. Experience in a similar or related role. To apply, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Technical Executive Trade Association – Membership Body This is a home-based role, requiring travel to London once per week/month for Staff Day, plus occasional UK travel. All travel expenses are covered. Salary £35,000-40,000 depending on experience with excellent benefits including 25 days holiday (plus statutory/public holiday days), home worker contract, so all travel and other work-related expenses will be covered, Pension scheme, The Association pay 10% of gross pay as long as employee enrols and pays 5% min, Private health cover for the employee, Life insurance, Non contractual annual performance bonus which pays up to 10% of gross pay Permanent, Full Time Our client, a well-respected and reputable trade association – membership body, is seeking a Technical Executive The Technical Executive plays a key role in developing and delivering innovative, practical approaches to technical regulation and standards that support members in placing products on the market safely, legally and efficiently. Working acrossdefined product and regulatory areas,the role contributes to the development of industry positionsthat move beyondprescriptive, tick-box compliance towards proportionate risk management, due diligence and good regulatory outcomes. The Technical Officer supports members and working in partnerships with government, standards bodies and international stakeholders by providing clear, evidence-based technical input, helping the Association navigate new and emerging regulatory challenges in ways that deliver real value for the industry. Key Responsibilities Take responsibility for leading on matters relating to UK and EU standards and regulation for Domestic Appliances, both large and small. Take full ownership of a portfolio of product groups as the association lead contact for specific technical matters relating to conformity and performance. Contribute to horizon scanning, early assessment and interpretation of emerging regulatory and standards developments, supporting proportionate and risk-based industry approaches. Manage actions and priorities to ensure timely, high-quality technical input and effective member representation. Review, interpret and circulate incoming technical and regulatory information so member views can be formed and represented effectively. Write responses to consultations and calls for input, in collaboration with members. Create content for newsletters, website and publications. Maintain a close and regular dialogue with member company representatives to ensure their active participation in group activities. Represent the views of members on technical matters at standards meetings and with government departments and other bodies. Attend meetings both nationally and internationally to represent members interests relating to the review, creation and updating of standards and regulation for a given set of product categories or regulatory areas. Organise effective meetings of member Panels dealing with specific issues. Deal with enquiries from Members; government agencies and from other Stakeholders. Assist in the preparation of meetings in outside bodies where association holds a secretariat/ chairperson position. The Person Essential Technical experience in a consumer (electrical) environment, including experience of placing products on the market and engaging with regulatory, conformity or compliance processes. An understanding of Standards and Regulation detail and process relating to consumer electrical/domestic appliances Excellent communication skills (presenting, written & verbal). The ability to extract pertinent information from technical documents and to explain them in clear and concise English to both technical and non-technical people. Relationship management Strong organisational, planning and prioritising skills Good ICT skills (including full Office 365 suite & Copilot) Track record of working on detailed proposals with competing demands and responding to tight deadlines. Ability to research new technology or technical areas. Ability to work alone, with minimal supervision as well as part of a team. Desirable Knowledge of chemical, waste, safety and circular economy standards and regulatory matters. Knowledge of environmental standards and regulatory matters relating to consumer electricals including ecodesign and energy labelling. Project Management. Knowledge of standards and regulatory matters relating to cyber security or energy smart appliance Knowledge of safety standards and regulation relating to consumer electronics. A degree or equivalent in an appropriate field such as engineering or science. Networks within UK and international Standards bodies. Knowledge of Policy formation processes. An understanding of the role of Trade Bodies. Experience in a similar or related role. To apply, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Standards Officer Trade Association – Membership Body This is a home-based role, requiring travel to London once per week/month for Staff Day, plus occasional UK travel. All travel expenses are covered. Salary £35,000-40,000 depending on experience with excellent benefits including 25 days holiday (plus statutory/public holiday days), home worker contract, so all travel and other work-related expenses will be covered, Pension scheme, The Association pay 10% of gross pay as long as employee enrols and pays 5% min, Private health cover for the employee, Life insurance, Non contractual annual performance bonus which pays up to 10% of gross pay Permanent, Full Time Our client, a well-respected and reputable trade association – membership body, is seeking a Standards Officer. The Standards Officer plays a key role in developing and delivering innovative, practical approaches to technical regulation and standards that support members in placing products on the market safely, legally and efficiently. Working acrossdefined product and regulatory areas,the role contributes to the development of industry positionsthat move beyondprescriptive, tick-box compliance towards proportionate risk management, due diligence and good regulatory outcomes. The Technical Officer supports members and working in partnerships with government, standards bodies and international stakeholders by providing clear, evidence-based technical input, helping the Association navigate new and emerging regulatory challenges in ways that deliver real value for the industry. Key Responsibilities Take responsibility for leading on matters relating to UK and EU standards and regulation for Domestic Appliances, both large and small. Take full ownership of a portfolio of product groups as the association lead contact for specific technical matters relating to conformity and performance. Contribute to horizon scanning, early assessment and interpretation of emerging regulatory and standards developments, supporting proportionate and risk-based industry approaches. Manage actions and priorities to ensure timely, high-quality technical input and effective member representation. Review, interpret and circulate incoming technical and regulatory information so member views can be formed and represented effectively. Write responses to consultations and calls for input, in collaboration with members. Create content for newsletters, website and publications. Maintain a close and regular dialogue with member company representatives to ensure their active participation in group activities. Represent the views of members on technical matters at standards meetings and with government departments and other bodies. Attend meetings both nationally and internationally to represent members interests relating to the review, creation and updating of standards and regulation for a given set of product categories or regulatory areas. Organise effective meetings of member Panels dealing with specific issues. Deal with enquiries from Members; government agencies and from other Stakeholders. Assist in the preparation of meetings in outside bodies where association holds a secretariat/ chairperson position. The Person Essential Technical experience in a consumer (electrical) environment, including experience of placing products on the market and engaging with regulatory, conformity or compliance processes. An understanding of Standards and Regulation detail and process relating to consumer electrical/domestic appliances Excellent communication skills (presenting, written & verbal). The ability to extract pertinent information from technical documents and to explain them in clear and concise English to both technical and non-technical people. Relationship management Strong organisational, planning and prioritising skills Good ICT skills (including full Office 365 suite & Copilot) Track record of working on detailed proposals with competing demands and responding to tight deadlines. Ability to research new technology or technical areas. Ability to work alone, with minimal supervision as well as part of a team. Desirable Knowledge of chemical, waste, safety and circular economy standards and regulatory matters. Knowledge of environmental standards and regulatory matters relating to consumer electricals including ecodesign and energy labelling. Project Management. Knowledge of standards and regulatory matters relating to cyber security or energy smart appliance Knowledge of safety standards and regulation relating to consumer electronics. A degree or equivalent in an appropriate field such as engineering or science. Networks within UK and international Standards bodies. Knowledge of Policy formation processes. An understanding of the role of Trade Bodies. Experience in a similar or related role. To apply, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Technical Officer Trade Association – Membership Body This is a home-based role, requiring travel to London once per week/month for Staff Day, plus occasional UK travel. All travel expenses are covered. Salary £35,000-40,000 depending on experience with excellent benefits including 25 days holiday (plus statutory/public holiday days), home worker contract, so all travel and other work-related expenses will be covered, Pension scheme, The Association pay 10% of gross pay as long as employee enrols and pays 5% min, Private health cover for the employee, Life insurance, Non contractual annual performance bonus which pays up to 10% of gross pay Permanent, Full Time Our client, a well-respected and reputable trade association – membership body, is seeking a Technical Officer. The Technical Officer plays a key role in developing and delivering innovative, practical approaches to technical regulation and standards that support members in placing products on the market safely, legally and efficiently. Working acrossdefined product and regulatory areas,the role contributes to the development of industry positionsthat move beyondprescriptive, tick-box compliance towards proportionate risk management, due diligence and good regulatory outcomes. The Technical Officer supports members and working in partnerships with government, standards bodies and international stakeholders by providing clear, evidence-based technical input, helping the Association navigate new and emerging regulatory challenges in ways that deliver real value for the industry. Key Responsibilities Take responsibility for leading on matters relating to UK and EU standards and regulation for Domestic Appliances, both large and small. Take full ownership of a portfolio of product groups as the association lead contact for specific technical matters relating to conformity and performance. Contribute to horizon scanning, early assessment and interpretation of emerging regulatory and standards developments, supporting proportionate and risk-based industry approaches. Manage actions and priorities to ensure timely, high-quality technical input and effective member representation. Review, interpret and circulate incoming technical and regulatory information so member views can be formed and represented effectively. Write responses to consultations and calls for input, in collaboration with members. Create content for newsletters, website and publications. Maintain a close and regular dialogue with member company representatives to ensure their active participation in group activities. Represent the views of members on technical matters at standards meetings and with government departments and other bodies. Attend meetings both nationally and internationally to represent members interests relating to the review, creation and updating of standards and regulation for a given set of product categories or regulatory areas. Organise effective meetings of member Panels dealing with specific issues. Deal with enquiries from Members; government agencies and from other Stakeholders. Assist in the preparation of meetings in outside bodies where association holds a secretariat/ chairperson position. The Person Essential Technical experience in a consumer (electrical) environment, including experience of placing products on the market and engaging with regulatory, conformity or compliance processes. An understanding of Standards and Regulation detail and process relating to consumer electrical/domestic appliances Excellent communication skills (presenting, written & verbal). The ability to extract pertinent information from technical documents and to explain them in clear and concise English to both technical and non-technical people. Relationship management Strong organisational, planning and prioritising skills Good ICT skills (including full Office 365 suite & Copilot) Track record of working on detailed proposals with competing demands and responding to tight deadlines. Ability to research new technology or technical areas. Ability to work alone, with minimal supervision as well as part of a team. Desirable Knowledge of chemical, waste, safety and circular economy standards and regulatory matters. Knowledge of environmental standards and regulatory matters relating to consumer electricals including ecodesign and energy labelling. Project Management. Knowledge of standards and regulatory matters relating to cyber security or energy smart appliance Knowledge of safety standards and regulation relating to consumer electronics. A degree or equivalent in an appropriate field such as engineering or science. Networks within UK and international Standards bodies. Knowledge of Policy formation processes. An understanding of the role of Trade Bodies. Experience in a similar or related role. To apply, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Endur Trading Manager Location: London OR Manchester Industry: Energy & Commodities Salary: Pays up to £85,000 basic (DOE) + car allowance (£5,750). A sign-on bonus of up to £5,000 may be available. About the Role Our client is a global consulting and technology services organisation supporting major energy and commodities trading firms across the UK and Europe. They are expanding their trading technology capability and are hiring experienced Endur Trading Business Analysts to work on complex trading, risk, and ETRM transformation programmes. This role is focused on delivering real trading outcomes. You will work closely with front office, risk, back-office, and IT teams to optimise and enhance the Endur trading platform across the full trade lifecycle. What You’ll Be Doing • Leading business analysis activities across Endur-enabled trading initiatives., • Capturing, analysing, and documenting functional and non-functional requirements., • Configuring Endur base and reference data and identifying system improvements., • Supporting trade capture, confirmations, settlement, invoicing, and scheduling., • Troubleshooting issues across trading workflows and data integrity., • Running stakeholder workshops and user acceptance testing., • Producing clear reporting and insights for senior stakeholders., • Managing multiple workstreams and competing priorities simultaneously. Ideal Background • Strong experience delivering end-to-end projects in complex trading or financial environments., • Proven business analysis capability including problem definition, value drivers, and requirements capture., • Experience running workshops, UAT, and stakeholder sessions., • Confident stakeholder management across business and technology teams., • Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Energy Trading & Endur Experience • Hands-on experience working within energy trading markets, ideally UK & European Power, UK & European Gas, or environmental products., • Strong understanding of trading instruments including OTC forwards, swaps, options, and exchange-traded futures and options., • In-depth experience in one or more Endur functional areas including trade capture, market risk, back-office, accounting, EOD, or ETRM migrations., • Proven experience configuring OpenLink Endur (v18 or later)., • Strong knowledge of the full Endur trade lifecycle including confirmations, settlement, invoicing, and scheduling., • Solid understanding of P&L, MTM, financial risk, and settlements., • Experience integrating Endur with other trading and enterprise systems. Additional Experience • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams., • Experience delivering increasingly complex projects and services., • Exposure to cloud-based delivery environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP., • Experience working with both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Who Should Apply This role suits experienced Endur Business Analysts who are comfortable operating close to the trading desk, understand energy trading workflows end to end, and want to work on high-impact ETRM programmes rather than support-only roles.

Sales Consultants Our client is a national company with a rapidly growing turnover, expanding quickly across the South. They specialise in providing customers with the highest quality A rated Windows, Doors, Porches, Conservatories, and more – helping improve homes, reduce energy consumption, and increase savings. The Role: They are looking for Sales Consultants to carry out home assessments and provide quotations for upgrades. All appointments are pre-qualified and confirmed through their extensive marketing channels. Full training provided – no previous experience required. Many of their most successful consultants have come from diverse backgrounds such as carpentry, taxi driving, HM forces, insurance, finance, motor trade, and many more. What They’re Looking For: Excellent communication skills Hardworking, driven, and determined to succeed A professional approach – smart appearance essential Full driving licence and own vehicle What They Offer Earning potential: £30,000 – £60,000 per year Immediate start available Uncapped commission Christmas / New year OFF EVERY YEAR Company incentives and days out! Ongoing training and support A rewarding career with a company that values treating customers like family Excellent progression program If you’re ambitious, personable, and ready to take on a new challenge, they’d love to hear from you. PLEASE NOTE &...

Sales Consultants Our client is a national company with a rapidly growing turnover, expanding quickly across the South. They specialise in providing customers with the highest quality A* rated Windows, Doors, Porches, Conservatories, and more helping improve homes, reduce energy consumption, and increase savings. The Role: They are looking for Sales Consultants to carry out home assessments and provide quotations for upgrades. • All appointments are pre-qualified and confirmed through their extensive marketing channels., • Full training provided no previous experience required., • Many of their most successful consultants have come from diverse backgrounds such as carpentry, taxi driving, HM forces, insurance, finance, motor trade, and many more. What Theyre Looking For: • Excellent communication skills, • Hardworking, driven, and determined to succeed, • A professional approach smart appearance essential, • Full driving licence and own vehicle What They Offer • Earning potential: £30,000 £60,000 per year, • Immediate start available, • Uncapped commission, • Christmas / New year OFF EVERY YEAR, • Company incentives and days out!, • Ongoing training and support, • A rewarding career with a company that values treating customers like family...

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is your chance to join a globally recognised leader in thermal products for vehicles and stationary applications. As an After Market Sales Manager, you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology across industries such as Automotive, Motorsport, Bus & Coach, Truck, and Off-Highway. This role offers a dynamic, engaging environment where your contributions will directly impact revenue growth and market expansion. With a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a company car, this is a career-defining opportunity. What You Will Do: - Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities within the South-East UK region. - Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, ensuring consistent revenue growth. - Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, distributors, and aftermarket customers. - Prepare and negotiate quotations, pricing, and contract terms in line with company guidelines. - Provide accurate CRM reporting, sales forecasts, and market feedback to support strategic decision-making. - Represent the company at trade shows and industry events, showcasing innovative solutions. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in B2B sales, preferably within automotive, industrial, or technical products. - Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to engage with OEM and aftermarket customers. - Exce...

Exciting Opportunity for a Van Technician in Southampton Our client, a reputable automotive business with a state-of-the-art workshop in Southampton, is seeking a skilled Van Technician to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent role for experienced motor trade professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality vehicle servicing and repairs. If you are looking to advance your career within a well-established company that values expertise and professionalism, this Van Technician position offers a compelling opportunity. Benefits: Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience State-of-the-art workshop facilities Opportunities for career development and progression Access to employee assistance programmes and mental health support Flexible shifts: Early shifts (Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm) or late shifts (Monday to Friday, 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm) Generous holiday allowance, increasing with service Employee discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, free parking Wellbeing benefits and recognition through quarterly awards Duties: Conduct detailed inspections, maintenance, and repairs on vans Follow manufacturer repair procedures and accurately complete job cards Remove and refit parts across various vehicle brands efficiently Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults with problem-solving skills * Perform safety checks and mechanical inspec...

Supervise and oversee the work of motorcycle technicians and support staff. Knowledge of motorcycles or the automotive industry is highly desirable. Ambition to progress within the motorcycle trade or to assume greater autonomy.

Join our client in Southampton as a Motorcycle Workshop Controller and take a lead role within a well-established motorcycle dealership that prioritises organisation, customer satisfaction, and team development. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled professional to advance their career in a dynamic, supportive environment where expertise and dedication are highly valued. Benefits of a Workshop Controller: Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £39,000, dependent on experience Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development programmes Employee discounts on motorcycles, parts, and accessories Company pension scheme, life insurance, and sick pay benefits Spacious on-site parking facilities Opportunity to work in a modern, well-organised dealership within a reputable family-owned business with a rich history Supportive, community-oriented working environment promoting career growth and stabilityDuties of a Workshop Controller: Manage the daily workshop diary, ensuring efficient workflow and timely job delivery Allocate work to motorcycle technicians based on skill, capacity, and workload demands Monitor progress of repairs and services to meet deadlines and maintain high standards Liaise effectively with parts department to ensure parts availability and minimise delays Process job cards, warranty claims, and invoicing accurately and promptly Support the service team with updates on repair status and additional work requirements Maintain manufacturer compliance and uphold workshop standards in accordance with industry regulations Supervise and oversee the work of motorcycle technicians and support staff Contribute to delivering exceptional customer service and workshop organisation Assist in fostering a professional and productive team environmentRequirements of a Workshop Controller: Previous experience as a Workshop Controller, Service Advisor, or in a similar workshop management role is preferred Knowledge of motorcycles or the automotive industry is highly desirable Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask efficiently Excellent communication and team management skills Familiarity with Dealer Management Systems (DMS) is advantageous Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented approach to workshop operations Enthusiastic and proactive attitude towards workshop leadership Ambition to progress within the motorcycle trade or to assume greater autonomiaContact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire today to discover more about this fantastic Workshop Controller opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career

Lead Electrical Design Engineer Location: Southampton Salary: £60-65k + Benefits + £5k Relocation if needed The Role We are seeking a highly capable Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary engineering team delivering innovative, bespoke industrial equipment to a global customer base. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will act as the technical authority for all electrical and electronic aspects of projects. You’ll collaborate across disciplines to define system architectures, requirements, and specifications, ensuring solutions are safe, compliant, and technically robust. The Company A specialist engineering organisation based in Southampton, delivering bespoke industrial solutions to a global market. The company focuses on high-value, technically challenging projects involving electrical control systems, and integrated mechanical material handling solutions. Projects typically range from £50k to £500k+, with delivery timelines spanning 3–12 months, covering the full lifecycle from concept to commissioning. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design, development, manufacture, and support of advanced industrial electro-mechanical equipment. • Coordinate electrical engineering activities, delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. • Own the electrical design lifecycle from concept through to verification and release. • Contribute to system-level design decisions and cross-functional trade-offs. • Approve and sign off electrical design documentation and outputs. • Drive innovation and continuous improvement, troubleshooting and optimising existing designs while exploring new technologies. • Develop strong technical knowledge to support customer and stakeholder engagement. Technical Skills & Experience • Strong background in electrical and electronic systems engineering, including power conversion, transformers, switches, converters, and SMPS. • Experience in system architecture and requirements definition. • Knowledge of industrial automation, control systems, and industrial software. • Understanding of thermal management and material considerations in industrial equipment. Desirable: • Control panel design (PLC, HMI, SCADA) and programming • Pneumatic or hydraulic systems • Experience mentoring or leading a small team of engineers • Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) Compliance, Safety & Standards • Lead or contribute to CE marking activities • Interpret and apply relevant standards (e.g. Low Voltage Directive, EMC) • Ensure robust design reviews, safety compliance, and documentation Project & Commercial Involvement • Provide technical input to new business proposals, including risk assessment • Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure integrated product delivery • Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of new equipment Candidate Profile • Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering • Proven experience in industrial or process-based equipment design • Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, project-driven mindset • Able to operate as a technical leader within a collaborative environment The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to take on a high-impact technical leadership role within a specialised engineering environment. You’ll influence product direction, safety, and long-term engineering capability while working on complex, custom-built solutions for a global client base. If you’re ready to lead cutting-edge electrical design projects and make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you

Join Howdens where our trade depots are recruiting Kitchen Sales Designers who thrive in a fast-paced sales environment. We're looking for commercially minded individuals who can build strong relationships, influence buying decisions and exceed sales targets. We can offer you a successful career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, and you don't need previous design experience. We'll provide you with comprehensive design and sales training to create exceptional kitchens for our trade customers and their clients. What we can offer you: Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives Full CAD, product and sales training via our Ready to Trade Programme Competitive Pension Plan up to 12% company contribution Up to 32 days annual leave per year including bank holidays, rising with service Generous staff discount on Howdens products Buy-as-you-earn share scheme 40 hour working week working every other Saturday morning. No Sunday or Bank Holiday working Career progression opportunities into sales management roles Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family What we are looking for: Results driven with experience of reaching sales targets and KPI Ability to build trusted relationships with our trade customers and their client Excellent communication skills, able to convey your ideas clearly and effectively Full UK Driving license with access to your own vehicle for home visits Strong attention to detail and an eye for design CAD skills are preferred, but not essential as you will receive training What you will be doing: Driving sales performance and profit by achieving your depot targets Building strong customer relationships through professional design support Delivering exceptional customer service throughout the project Conducting home visits to measure, assess and understand your client's needs Negotiating prices confidently while protecting margin and design integrity Planning and creating inspirational and practical designs utilising your strong product knowledge to advise customers and resolve queries throughout the process About Us: Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 950 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.4 billion turnover. How to apply: If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, then we are keen to hear from you. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. #LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed

We’re a team of drinks industry obsessives, driven by supporting the trade – day in and night out. Passion paired with unparalleled industry insight mean we’re always moving forward, collaborating with our customers to understand the needs of their business and to ensure we’re supporting their future growth. We are one of the UK’s largest drinks wholesalers, supplying drinks to several thousand venues in every part of the UK and every segment of the trade, from luxury hotels and world-class event spaces to local restaurants and community pubs. With over 200 years of on-trade experience behind us, and unique insight into the future of our industry, our experience matters. About the role The job holder will ensure the smooth management of the warehouse operation, with responsibility for the delivery of cost, service, Health and Safety, regulatory and company policy compliance, people KPIs – in line with company and legal standards and requirements. Responsibility for the warehouse shift they are working on with a support and deputy role for Warehouse operations Manager as required. Key Accountabilities Cost • Manage the usage of labour, adjusting plans to ensure tasks are covered effectively, • Ensure all inbound or outbound goods are managed to the highest standards in terms of quality and accuracy, • Work with the stock investigation team to ensure any variances are investigated with implementation of corrective actions, • Ensure that the department and depot achieve the company quality targets whilst operating within productivity targets Service • Proactive communication with internal customers and suppliers, line manager and customer service team regarding operational issues, • Responsibility for the delivery of daily, weekly, and monthly plans to ensure customer and company needs are met, • Implement effective change to facilitate customer requirements, • Ensure the warehouse is operationally ready and compliant to the required standard to ensure a safe working environment and a clean handover to the proceeding shift, • Assist the Warehouse Operations Manager in preparing detail for monthly reports Compliance • Accurately complete relevant warehouse and Health & Safety audits through to corrective action, sign off and implementation of any required changes, • Ensure compliance with all quality and legal documentation and standards, • Ensure customer and company requirements are observed by monitoring the adherence to company policies and procedures, • Monitor and maintain housekeeping standards in the department. Identify, eliminate, isolate, or minimise workplace hazards People • Proactively manage team members’ performance, • Identify employee training requirements including mandatory regulatory training, • Provide or arrange relevant training to team members to ensure compliance as well as development, • Ensure investigations into accidents and incidents are completed effectively and there is a follow up on corrective action with communication to the wider team, • Proactively ensure people management issues are identified and effectively dealt with, • Ensure consistent communications across the team and develop and maintain relationships with other departments Leadership • Act following the company’s values and management principles within the department, • Provide the team with expert knowledge, advice, leadership, motivation and addressing areas for improvement, • Provide practical solutions to operational challenges and take ownership of problems and deal with them effectively, • Create and maintain a positive, safe, and productive working environment About You • Experience in a management role within a fast moving and changing work environment such as FMCG or logistics, • Proven people management skills e.g., dealing with performance issues, grievances, and team building, • Able to manage targets and KPI’s, • Highly motivated and driven in maintaining the highest standards in quality and Health & Safety, • Effective communication skills – able to communicate effectively at all levels with good verbal and written English, • Must be flexible with work patterns as the role may require management at different times of the working day About Us Operating through the Matthew Clark, Bibendum, Tennent’s and Bulmers Ireland brands, the Group has a market leading range, scale and reach including an intimate understanding of the markets it serves. From grass to glass, and everything in between, we grow, brew, manufacture, market, and deliver some of the world’s favourite drinks. C&C Group’s portfolio of owned/exclusive brands include: Bulmers, the leading Irish cider brand; Tennent’s, the leading Scottish beer brand; Magners the premium international cider brand; as well as a range of fast-growing, premium and craft ciders and beers, such as Heverlee, Menabrea, Five Lamps and Orchard Pig. We seek to champion and embed sustainability in everything that we do at C&C. While delivering joy to customers, we always shine a light on people and the planet. We have a clear ESG vision delivering to a better world. We respect, support, and develop all our people to be their best, with a focus on results by creating a culture of winning together. We also recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to delivering on our mission. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process. C&C Group (and inclusive companies) do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to any of our roles

Corporate Sales Administrator Southampton £28,000 Permanent I am looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Sales Administrator to join a busy team in the motor industry. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the sales department, ensuring the smooth processing of vehicle sales from initial enquiry to final handover. You will act as the key link between customers, sales executives, finance, and aftersales teams, ensuring all paperwork and compliance requirements are met to the highest standard. You will also support the Sales Director ensuring efficient production of corporate sales reports and proactive collation of debts. Key Duties • Print daily invoices from the manufacturer system (EDM) and upload to the internal system., • Process vehicle orders with the Corporate Sales team and supply chain in line with sales orders., • Provide weekly updates to corporate customers on order status via portal or email., • Upload delivery notes, RAV, and other required documents to the Ideal file., • Handle all pre-delivery admin, including vehicle registration (RAV)., • Liaise daily with other departments for accessories or work required., • Coordinate with Corporate Support on vehicles needing PDI and cleaning before delivery., • Work with the Corporate Sales Manager to complete invoicing, ensuring all costs are included., • Keep the order bank spreadsheet updated daily., • Contact customers when vehicles arrive in stock and arrange deliveries with agents., • Send delivery notes, RAV, and invoices to brokers and leasing companies as needed., • Input data for dealership financial reporting and maintain customer records., • Support positive working relationships across the group., • Carry out other reasonable ad hoc duties as required. Skills & Experience Required • Previous administration experience (motor trade experience highly desirable)., • Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload., • High attention to detail and accuracy., • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)., • Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)., • Knowledge of Kerridge/ADP/CDK or other dealer management systems (advantageous)., • Understanding of vehicle registration, finance documentation, and FCA compliance (preferred). Hours of Work • Monday to Friday 08:00 – 16:00pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) APPLY NOW OR CALL LYNSEY AT KEY RECRUITMENT FOR MORE INFO

Are you a culinary enthusiast seeking an opportunity to showcase your talent and thrive in a dynamic environment? Join our esteemed team at Firmdale Hotels, where we are renowned for our commitment to excellence in hospitality. We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Chef de Partie to become an integral part of our culinary team at the vibrant Dorset Square Hotel. As a Chef de Partie, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen, contributing to the delivery of exceptional dining experiences for our guests. Your responsibilities will include coordinating the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch, or dinner in our fast-paced environment. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for culinary excellence, you will uphold our high standards and contribute to the success of our culinary offerings Responsibilities: Execute kitchen operations with confidence and precision, showcasing your expertise in food preparation. Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, adhering to strict Health and Safety regulations. Collaborate effectively with our Kitchen Team, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills. Prepare and deliver room service orders promptly and to the highest quality standards. Proactively complete food prep tasks for upcoming service, ensuring seamless operations. Showcase your passion for food through every dish, paying meticulous attention to detail in presentation and flavour. What You Need: Previous experience in a similar role is essential, along with a solid understanding of kitchen operations in a high-pressure environment. We are looking for individuals who are genuinely passionate about food and take pride in delivering dishes of the highest quality. As a Chef de Partie, you will have the opportunity to supervise a small team, providing guidance and support to ensure seamless service. You will be responsible for monitoring stock levels within your section and assisting with ordering to maintain optimal inventory levels. With excellent organizational and communication skills, you will thrive in our team-oriented environment, contributing to the overall success of our culinary operations. What We Offer: Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum , plus service charge. Access to Stream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching. Health cash plan(including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies) Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants Complimentary meals on shift Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent Flexible scheduling without split shifts Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service Season ticket loan for convenient commuting Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks And much more!! Why join Firmdale Hotels? Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design. We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitalityand travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades: Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025 The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade Manager of the Year Helle Jensen Cateys 2024 Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024 Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024 Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025 Covent Garden Hotel One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025 Dorset Square Hotel AA Breakfast Award 2025 Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel Two Michelin Keys 2024 Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel One Michelin Key 2024 Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award Dorset Square Hotel One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024 Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure IT List best hotels in the world Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024. You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/ Join us at Firmdale Hotels, where your passion for hospitality will thrive, and your career aspirations will flourish. Apply now to become a valued member of our dynamic team! Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage. TPBN1_UKCT

Mechanical Site Manager About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Mechanical Site Manager to lead and oversee all mechanical works on a large scale commercial construction project. This role is critical in ensuring that mechanical installations are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will manage site operations, coordinate subcontractors and trades, and ensure all mechanical packages are completed in line with project specifications and programme requirements. Mechanical Site Manager Key Responsibilities • Manage and oversee all day to day mechanical site activities, including HVAC, plumbing, pipework, and BMS installations, • Coordinate with project managers, design teams, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other trades on site, • Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with project drawings, specifications, building regulations, and industry standards, • Monitor site progress against the construction programme and report on key milestones and delays, • Lead and enforce all health & safety procedures and promote a strong safety culture across site, • Conduct regular inspections, quality checks, and site audits to ensure compliance and workmanship standards are maintained, • Resolve technical and operational issues efficiently, providing practical solutions to maintain progress, • Manage labour, materials, plant, and resource allocation effectively, • Attend site meetings and provide progress updates to senior management and clients, • Support project delivery to ensure completion within programme and budget targets Mechanical Site Manager Requirements • Proven experience as a Mechanical Site Manager on commercial construction projects, • Strong knowledge of mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, plumbing, pipework, and BMS, • Excellent understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and site coordination, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills, • Relevant mechanical trade qualification or mechanical engineering background, • SMSTS certification required, • First Aid certification required, • Strong understanding of current health & safety regulations and site compliance, • Ability to manage subcontractors and drive programme delivery effectively How to Apply Please upload your up to date CV to apply for the Mechanical Site Manager position

Do you have experience in freight forwarding sales, logistics solutions, or eCommerce fulfilment Are you commercially driven, highly organised, and motivated by building customer relationships and generating new business opportunities Our client is looking for a proactive and customer-focused Business Development Manager to join their Freight Forwarding and eCommerce Logistics team. This role will play a key part in driving business growth across freight forwarding, customs, fulfilment, and warehousing services by developing new sales opportunities, managing customer relationships, and supporting long-term commercial success. Working closely with Operations, Client Services, and the wider commercial team, you will help deliver tailored logistics solutions across air, sea, road freight, customs brokerage, and fulfilment services. Your key responsibilities will be to: Source and develop new business opportunities through proactive sales activity and collaboration with Operations teams. Build and manage a structured sales pipeline using CRM systems. Arrange meetings and calls with prospective customers to understand their logistics requirements and provide tailored solutions. Support the preparation and presentation of competitive multimodal pricing solutions. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing customers. Support customer retention and identify opportunities to grow existing accounts. Act as a key point of contact for customer enquiries and quotations across Air, Ocean, EU Road, Brokerage, Fulfilment and Warehousing services. Contribute to commercial growth strategies focused on profitability and customer service. Support marketing and networking activity including LinkedIn engagement and trade events. Prepare sales reports and pipeline updates for the Commercial Director. Build relationships with third-party suppliers and service providers to support competitive solutions. Support achievement of agreed sales targets and business objectives. The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience within freight forwarding, logistics, supply chain, or internal sales roles. Strong understanding of multimodal freight services including air, sea, and road freight. Experience managing sales pipelines, quotations, and CRM systems. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Strong commercial awareness and customer-focused approach. Ability to work collaboratively across sales, operations, and customer service teams. Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience within eCommerce, FBA fulfilment, customs, or warehousing environments would be beneficial. If you are interested and believe you have the appropriate skills and experience, our client would love to hear from you. Please apply today. Please note that this vacancy may close early if they receive a high volume of applications. They encourage interested applicants to submit their application promptly to avoid disappointment. Benefits: 25 holiday days per year plus 8 statutory days, increasing to 26 days after two years' service and 27 days after four years' service. Membership of the Company Group Life Assurance Scheme which is currently three times annual salary. The Company operates a Group Personal Pension Plan which complies with current Workplace Pension legislation. Enrolment into the Health Shield Cash Plan after successful completion of probation period. Free on-site car parking. Length of service awards. Enhanced maternity / paternity pay with qualifying service. Click apply and you will be taken to our client's career page to complete your application. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you a skilled Vehicle Technician seeking a role that offers a better work-life balance, exceptional support, and genuine career progression? Our client, a well-established main dealership in Southampton, Hampshire, is looking to recruit a highly motivated Vehicle Technician to join their busy Service Department. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced technicians aiming to advance within a reputable organisation that values quality workmanship and professional development. Benefits: Competitive basic salary starting from £35,000, negotiable based on experience OTE upwards of £40,000 with achievable bonus scheme; on average, team members earn approximately £500 per month Monday to Friday working hours from 08:00 to 17:00, with only six Saturday mornings annually (08:00 to 13:00) 21 days holiday plus bank holidays Manufacturer-led training programmes within the first 12 months, fostering development and expertise Supportive, family-like team environment within a stable and reputable dealer group Opportunities for career progression and personal development within a well-respected brandDuties of the Vehicle Technician: Conducting routine vehicle servicing, inspections, and checks Diagnosing vehicle faults using modern diagnostic equipment Repairing vehicles to manufacturer standards, including electronic and mechanical components Performing wheel alignments and other specialised tasks Ensuring high standards of customer service and professionalism in all interactions Maintaining workshop tools, equipment, and work area to a high standard as a Vehicle Technician Completing relevant documentation accurately and efficiently Supporting the team with additional workshop duties as requiredRequirements: Full UK driving licence NVQ Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or NVQ Level 2 with significant relevant experience Strong diagnostic skills and mechanical knowledge Motivated with a positive attitude and a team-oriented approach Ability to work flexibly and efficiently within a busy workshop environment Excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering quality serviceThis vacancy is based in Southampton, with a preference for Vehicle Technicians who have substantial motor trade experience. If you are a professional Vehicle Technician looking to join a supportive team that respects your skills and time, we want to hear from you. Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career

Senior HR Advisor Advert Liberty Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a well-established and forward-thinking organisation in the search for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to join their team. Our client, based in Eastleigh, is committed to making a real difference within the local community. They are seeking a motivated and proactive HR professional to support the wider business by providing high-quality advice, guidance, and coaching across all areas of HR. This is a full-time position offering a starting salary of £48,000 per annum alongside an excellent benefits package and flexible, hybrid working. You will be working closely with the Head of HR and supporting managers across a wide range of service areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your experience in a varied and impactful role. What you’ll do: Provide expert HR advice to managers on a wide range of complex ER matters Manage complex cases including disciplinary, grievance, and performance issues Support and guide HR Advisors with their caseloads Assist in the development and implementation of HR strategies and the People Plan Lead on and contribute to key HR projects across the organisation Develop and review HR policies, processes, and procedures Deliver training and coaching to managers on HR best practice Support organisational change initiatives, including TUPE Monitor employment law updates and HR best practice, advising on potential impact Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including trade unions The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in a Senior HR Advisor or similar role Strong and up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law Experience managing complex ER cases Ability to support and mentor team members Excellent communication, organisational, and influencing skills CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience) Company Benefits: 26 days annual leave, increasing with service Hybrid working (minimum 2–3 days in the office) Flexi-time scheme with the ability to accrue additional leave Discounted leisure membership Employee Assistance Programme Supportive and collaborative working environment Plus, more! If you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch with the team at Liberty Recruitment Group

Sales Consultants – Alternative Business Finance and Real Estate Capital Capiyada is an FCA-regulated firm specialising in raising capital for a broad range of clients, including commercial businesses, property developers, and SME owners. We provide tailored Alternative Real Estate Capital and Alternative Business Finance solutions, giving clients fast access to substantial discretionary funding through our network of 200+ alternative lenders. This includes Challenger Banks, Private Equity firms, and Family Offices. What We Do Commercial Business Capital Business loans, trade finance, and revolving credit facilities Invoice and asset finance Business cash advances and VAT loans Mergers and Acquisitions, franchise, restructuring, and insolvency finance Real Estate Capital Development and development exit finance Renovation, fast auction, and bridging finance with up to 90% LTV Buy-to-let, HMO, and large portfolio mortgages Commercial property and foreign national real estate finance The Opportunity We are seeking experienced consultants across the UK for a self-employed, commission-only role. This position offers an industry-leading 50% – 70% revenue share, with uncapped earning potential, including ongoing income from renewal business. Typical mid-range deals in business and real estate loans offer £3750 – £11,250 commission and substantial six-figure earnings are achievable for motivated Consultants. As a consultant, you will focus on generating leads and building long-term client relationships. Capiyada provides full administrative and processing support, covering quoting, packaging, underwriting, and back-end operation, allowing you to concentrate on advising clients and closing deals. Who We’re Looking For UK-based professionals with the ability to generate their own leads Candidates with a clear go-to-market strategy or an existing client network * Ideally already selling into SMEs, business owners, or the property sector. Any vertical considered. If you’re currently working with SME clients or property professionals, you’ll already have a strong audience for our funding solutions. This is a commission-only position

Account Manager Hours: Monday to Friday. 9am to 5pm Location: Office based in Lympne, with international travel approximately once every other month Salary: Competitive basic salary plus commission Are you a customer-focused professional with a passion for hospitality and relationship management? An exciting opportunity has arisen for Account Managers to manage and develop an international customer base, mainly Europe and Africa, delivering exceptional service while supporting commercial growth across key markets. This role offers a balance of office-based responsibility and periodic international travel, giving you the opportunity to build strong, long-term partnerships with hospitality customers. The Role You will be responsible for managing a defined portfolio of international accounts in different regions, acting as the main point of contact for customers and ensuring a consistently high standard of service. Alongside day-to-day account management, you will identify opportunities to grow revenue and strengthen client relationships, supported by internal teams. We can only accept candidates who have the full right to work in the UK. With the company location, you must have a full driving licence with access to your own vehicle. Key Responsibilities Manage your own sales territory and acting as the primary contact for all accounts within your region Deliver outstanding customer service by managing enquiries, orders, quotations and ongoing client communication Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships to encourage loyalty and repeat business Identify opportunities for upselling, cross selling and account growth Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure smooth order processing and delivery Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records, documenting all client interactions Travel periodically to visit customers, attend trade events and support commercial activity Contribute towards individual and team performance targetsSkills & Experience Previous experience in customer service, account management or hospitality sales is desirable Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong customer-first mindset Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities Proactive and confident in identifying opportunities to add value and drive growth Comfortable working independently while managing an international customer portfolio Willing to travel internationally on a periodic basis Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office Benefits Company pension scheme with life insurance and income protection Holiday entitlement that increases with length of service Annual profit share scheme Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support Ongoing training, development and clear opportunities for career progression Email: (url removed) New Appointments Group - Expertly matching employers and jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format

Store Manager Southampton Our client is one of the fastest growing companies in the UK in their field. They are currently looking for a Store Manager to join the team in their Southampton branch. Context of the Role: The Store is the operational heart of the company. The Store Manager is therefore pivotal in ensuring company profitability through the provision of continuous sales activities, excellent customer service and high- level organisational management. The underlying functions of the Store Manager are: To ensure growth and maximum profitability is achieved at all times. To market and sell both products, and the company as one of the leading suppliers of its product type in the UK. To ensure a safe working environment for staff and customers alike by adhering to H&S Policies and Procedures. Principle Objectives: • The Principle Objective of the Store Manager is to develop and sustain activities that ensure maximum profit and optimum customer service is achieved by the Store., • To achieve this, the Store Manager will:, • Achieve the financial targets agreed for the Store;, • Ensure compliance with company operational and financial procedures;, • Continually seek opportunities available for increasing occupancy and revenue, including unit mix;, • Design and carry out marketing and sales activity plans with support from the Regional Manager;, • Respond effectively to the diverse needs of each customer;, • Assist with the recruitment, training and continual development of new and existing employees;, • Ensuring the store presents itself to a high standard of cleanliness;, • Making sure that all Health & Safety procedures are adhered to for the benefit of customers and staff alike;, • Manage, monitor and adapt the working practices of the Store staff to ensure that the Store is operating to its optimum efficiency;, • Identify any store repair & maintenance issues, report and following up. Main Duties: • Ensure a Marketing Plan is in place to achieve the store financial targets, at all times ensuring it is carried out effectively;, • Effectively manage and accurately record all enquiries using CMS;, • Monitor and improve conversion rates and mystery shop scores of all staff through observation and coaching;, • Maintain awareness of local market conditions using competitor surveys and customer feedback;, • All standard and ad-hoc reporting is accurate and timely and follows all current company procedures;, • Carry out quarterly Personal Development Plans (PDPs) and annual appraisals with all members of the team;, • Coach and support all members of the store team to enable them to achieve their highest level of potential;, • Ensure rotas are fair to all, approved by the Regional Manager and appropriate to the store, • Maintain company standards of housekeeping, ensuring all areas portray a professional image;, • Account accurately and fully for all monies received into and paid from the Store;, • Complete all managerial and monitoring duties associated with company compliance;, • Ensuring a safe and healthy environment for customers and staff through accurate completion of company checklists;, • Maintain Health and Safety training records and identify in advance, licences and certificates which are due to expire and book the appropriate training course;, • To comply with Health and Safety legislation and identify and report where action needs to be taken;, • To provide help and support to other stores when required;, • Any ad-hoc duties are completed. The Ideal Candidate: In order to be successful in the role the ideal candidate will have the following relevant experience At least 12 months experience as a Store Manager gained in a commercial Retail environment. Our client may consider Assistant Manager level candidates from large Retail Footprints. Ideal candidates will have experience gained from a Retail sector where a close engagement with customers is required and a consultative sales approach. Candidates from a Trade background are also invited to apply where there is full customer facing interaction. You will be a confident leader, happy to work in an environment where you will deal with customers over the phone, via email and face to face. You will be driven, passionate and a highly engaging leader who can inspire your team to drive KPI's and provide the best service in a highly competitive market. Salary: £37,503 Basic + Strong benefits package By applying for this role, you are consenting for Gravity Recruit Limited to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. Your details will be added to our candidate database and we may process certain information about you for our legitimate business interests in order to provide you with Recruitment Services. Full details can be found in our Data Protection & Privacy Policy at our website. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data please contact us through our website and we will respond to your query within 48 hours

Are you an experienced Panel Beater seeking a rewarding role within a reputable accident repair group based in Eastleigh? Our client, a well-established UK-wide organisation renowned for delivering high-quality vehicle body repairs, is actively recruiting a skilled Panel Beater to join their professional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a company that values excellence, technical skill, and career development. What’s in it for you as a Panel Beater? Competitive basic salary of approximately £54,600, with potential earnings up to £57,000 including overtime Supportive management and continuous personal development programmes Modern and well-maintained workshop environment with regular equipment upgrades Working hours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday work paid at overtime 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Health and wellbeing schemes to support your overall fitness Opportunities for career progression within a recognised national groupDuties of a Panel Beater with our client: Replace and repair damaged or compromised vehicle body panels Conduct chassis and framework repairs to manufacturer standards Accurately assess vehicle damage and determine the best repair methods Complete bumper, door, and other bodywork repairs as required Ensure all repairs meet internal quality standards and industry regulations Work efficiently as part of a team to maintain workshop productivity and safety standardsRequirements for a Panel Beater: Previous time-served Panel Beating experience in a bodyshop, main dealer, or accident repair environment NVQ Level 3 qualification in Panel Beating is preferable ATA Panel Beating accreditation is advantageous Full UK driving licence Own tools and equipment suitable for the role Organisational skills and a strong attention to detail Able to work effectively within a team environment A positive attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solvingContact Martin Bane, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantastic Panel Beater opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career

Exciting Opportunity for a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician in Southampton, Hampshire Our client, a well-established independent specialist with over 20 years of trading, is seeking a highly skilled Diagnostic Vehicle Technician to join their reputable team in Southampton. This role offers the chance to work within a modern workshop environment, utilising advanced diagnostic systems and tools, while providing excellent career development opportunities in a friendly, family-run business. Benefits: Competitive basic salary circa £38,000 with potential for overtime Monday to Friday working hours, 08:30 – 17:00, with overtime available on Saturdays Support for hybrid and electric vehicle training initiatives Continuous salary reviews to recognise your skills and contributions Opportunity to work on all makes and models of vehicles Friendly and supportive team environment Company pension scheme Genuine career development prospects, including MOT testing licence and specialist trainingDuties of the Diagnostic Vehicle Technician: Conduct routine vehicle servicing and maintenance Diagnose and repair vehicle faults accurately and efficiently Conduct vehicle inspections and test drifves to evaluate performance Complete complex repairs using BMW ISTA diagnostics and Autologic systems Maintain comprehensive service records and documentation as a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and company procedures Provide excellent customer service, presenting a professional imageRequirements: Minimum City and Guilds AVCE, NVQ Level 3 qualification, or equivalent experience Proven experience in fault finding and diagnostics, ideally with BMW ISTA knowledge Full UK driving licence with your own toolkit sufficient for vehicle repairs and maintenance Strong diagnostic, mechanical, and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team Good communication and interpersonal skillsIf you are seeking a role as a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician with excellent career prospects and a reputable employer, we encourage you to get in contact today. Please note, we will not forward your CV without prior contact to ensure your suitability and interest. Contact Martin Bane, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantastic Diagnostic Vehicle Technician opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career

Are you a highly experienced automotive professional with a proven track record in sales management? Our reputable client is seeking a dynamic Car Sales Manager to lead their enthusiastic sales team at a well-established dealership in Southampton, Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading automotive retailer recognised for delivering outstanding customer service and experiencing record sales figures in Q1, driven by one of the most rapidly expanding brands in the market. If you are passionate about driving sales success, developing teams, and contributing to business growth, this role is ideal for you. Benefits of a Car Sales Manager: Competitive basic salary with an OTE of £60,000 plus uncapped bonuses Full training and ongoing support from a well-established dealership 30 days holiday including bank holidays, with additional days awarded for service milestones Staff discounts on MOTs, servicing, and vehicle parts Employee benefits including life assurance, pension schemes, and wellbeing programmes Opportunities for career progression within a leading automotive retail group Supportive and professional working environmentDuties of a Car Sales Manager: Lead and motivate the sales team to consistently meet and exceed sales targets for the Car Sales Manager role Develop and execute effective sales strategies to optimise dealership performance Coach and mentor Sales Executives to improve product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer engagement Manage all financial aspects of the sales department, including budgeting, forecasting, and achieving profit targets for the Sales Manager position Oversee the sales administration process, ensuring accurate transaction recording and compliance Maintain high standards of customer service throughout the sales process for the Sales Manager role Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities for business expansion Ensure the team adheres to all relevant policies, procedures, and compliance standardsRequirements of a Car Sales Manager: Proven experience as a Sales Manager within a retail motor environment Strong leadership and team-building skills suited for the Car Sales Manager position Excellent organisation, communication, and interpersonal abilities Numerate with good attention to detail for the Sales Manager role Full UK driving licence Target-driven with a history of achieving and exceeding sales targets Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and staff development Ability to work effectively within a busy, fast-paced environmentContact Martin Bane, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job - let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career