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COMPANY When it comes to innovation and achievement there are few organisations with a better track record. Join us and you’ll be able to play a big part in the success of our highly successful, fast-paced business that opens up Europe so people can exercise their get-up-and-go. With over 300 aircraft flying over 800 routes to more than 30 countries, we’re the UK’s largest airline, the second largest in Europe and the tenth largest in the world. Flying over 80 million passengers a year, we employ over 13,000 people. Its big-scale stuff and we’re still growing. TEAM The ITSO (IT Services and Airline Operations) organisation is responsible for the rapid delivery of reliable, scalable, and efficient IT infrastructure services that underpin the technology essential to easyJet’s growth and strategic ambitions. Within ITSO, the Workplace Products team designs, delivers, and manages digital workplace solutions that enhance the employee experience. The team’s includes Productivity & Collaboration, Workplace Devices, and Adoption & Automation. These products enable more effective ways of working, boost employee engagement and agility, and leverage consumer-grade technologies to support a modern, connected workforce. JOB PURPOSE The Digital Workplace Product Adoption Specialist is responsible for developing and executing strategies that promote the effective adoption of Digital Workplace Products among easyJet employees. A key focus will be driving adoption and optimisation of Microsoft 365 tools to support modern ways of working. This role is pivotal for driving the successful adoption of digital workplace technologies and ensuring a seamless, user-centric digital employee experience (DEX). Blending change management, user experience design, and platform enablement, the role will shape and execute adoption strategies that maximise the value of digital tools across the organisation, empowering employees, enhancing productivity, and supporting easyJet’s digital transformation journey. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES The Digital Workplace Product Adoption Specialist is responsible for driving the successful adoption and effective use of Workplace Products. This includes developing strategies, delivering training, enabling change, and continuously improving the digital employee experience. The role reports to the Workplace Product Adoption & Automation Product Lead. Adoption Strategy & Planning • Define and execute adoption strategies aligned with business goals and user needs., • Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise initiatives that maximise product value and engagement., • Align adoption efforts with change management, communications, and platform roadmaps., • Contribute to the design and execution of adoption strategies at scale Engagement & Enablement • Develop targeted messaging and campaigns tailored to user roles and digital maturity., • Build and maintain user personas to inform onboarding and engagement strategies. Training & Knowledge Sharing • Design and deliver training programs, toolkits, and self-serve resources., • Promote peer learning through community channels and ·Tips & Tricks· content. Change Leadership • Act as a change agent, fostering a culture of digital curiosity and continuous learning., • Identify impacted user groups and deliver clear, user-focused communications. Performance & Value Management • Monitor adoption metrics and user feedback to assess impact and identify improvement, • Provide actionable insights to leadership to inform product and engagement strategies., • Track measurable outcomes such as increased M365 usage, reduced support tickets, and improved satisfaction scores. Architecture & Technology Management • Research & Innovation - Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies, translating insights into actionable recommendations., • Technology Evaluation & Selection - Evaluate current and emerging technologies through a user-centric lens., • Strategic Partnerships & Value Realisation - Build strong relationships with internal and external partners (e.g., Microsoft & TCS) TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED Technical Expertise & Product Knowledge • Deep expertise in Microsoft 365 suite: Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Viva, Power Platform., • Familiarity with M365 Admin Centre, usage analytics, and reporting tools., • Awareness of security, compliance, and governance in M365., • Experience with digital content creation (Sway, Stream, Forms, PowerPoint)., • Skilled in developing and delivering engaging training and enablement resources., • Experience applying change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter)., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills., • Analytical mindset and commitment to continuous improvement. Change Management & User Enablement • Experience in digital adoption and organisational change, • Strong stakeholder engagement and influence, • Skilled in developing training programs, workshops, and campaigns Communication & Collaboration • Excellent communication of technical concepts, • Ability to work cross-functionally with IT, business units, and leadership, • Active presence in champion networks to embed M365 best practices Problem-Solving & Innovation • Analytical mindset to identify and resolve adoption barriers, • Ability to drive continuous improvement based on user feedback We operate a hybrid working policy of up to 60% of the month spent with colleagues. What we offer • Competitive base salary, • Up to 20% bonus, • 25 days holiday, • BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes, • 7% pension, • Life Insurance, • Work Away Scheme, • Flexible benefits package, • Excellent staff travel benefits About easyJet At easyJet our aim is to make low-cost travel easy – connecting people to what they value using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service. It takes a real team effort to carry over 90 million passengers a year across 35 countries. Whether you’re working as part of our front-line operations or in our corporate functions, you’ll find people that are positive, inclusive, ready to take on a challenge, and that have your back. We call that our ‘Orange Spirit’, and we hope you’ll share that too. Reasonable Adjustments At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at . We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation Apply Complete your application on our careers site. We encourage individuality, empower our people to seize the initiative, and never stop learning. We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all.

As a Deputy Manager, you will play a crucial role in our management team, ensuring the smooth operation of our retail store in the Store Manager's absence. At Halfords, we prioritise our core values and are committed to delivering exceptional customer service in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: • Lead by example to foster a customer-centric culture., • Drive sales performance and maintain high service standards., • Manage daily store operations, including compliance with health and safety and retail standards., • Schedule and manage labor effectively., • Provide on-the-spot coaching to enhance team performance and customer experience., • A year of managerial experience in a retail sales environment., • Proven track record in coaching and managing colleagues., • Strong understanding of compliance and operational standards., • Ability to meet sales targets and deliver excellent customer metrics., • Commercial acumen and awareness of industry trends., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • 6 weeks of annual leave., • Quarterly performance bonuses., • 25% discount on most Halfords products and up to 50% off garage bills in Autocentres., • Discounts on groceries, shopping, insurance, and more., • Family & Friends Discount Events., • Opportunities for financial planning support through Wagestream., • Access to GP services 24/7., • Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares., • Health Cash Plan for well-being services and healthcare costs. 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.

Main Man Supplies Ltd are recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join the business. We have an opening for a remote field-based role to cover the South East of England, including Essex, Kent, Surrey and the wider Home Counties. There is significant opportunity for the successful candidates to continue to drive forward sales growth in their assigned territory, and we are very interested to hear from you if you feel that you could be a good fit for the role. Please get in touch with us on , if you would like to apply or to find out more about the role. You can also contact Will Cook, our UK Sales Manager via LinkedIn. All applications will be treated with strict confidence. Key Responsibilities/Duties: • Develop new and innovative ways of selling the company's products., • Develop sales into existing accounts by growing the basket of products taken, and through the introduction of new products., • Prospect within your assigned territory and bring new accounts on board (generally working to a minimum of 2 new spending accounts per month)., • Make recommendations on new products to include in the range, based upon customer requirements and feedback., • Give input into the strategic direction of the company., • Provide training and development opportunities for our Distributors, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary tools, support and knowledge to enable them to maximize Warrior product sales at end user level., • Anticipate potential opportunities by researching the relevant markets, competitors, locating potential events and marketing opportunities., • Keep call notes and activities up-to-date in the CRM system ‘Sales-I’., • Maintain consistent forward-planning of appointments and timely follow ups with your prospects and customers, in order to maximize every opportunity., • Spend a minimum of 3 days per week out on the road, in front of customers – although most weeks we would require you to aim for 4 days out on the road with 1 day’s admin to plan and follow up effectively. We are pragmatic and understand that sometimes an additional admin day may be required, in order to meet customer expectations and hit deadlines in a timely manner., • Overnight stays will be required where necessary, in order to maximize efficiency within the assigned territory., • On rare occasions, weekend travel may be required – this would usually apply to trade shows and customer events., • Exhibit at trade shows to showcase our products to potential new customers and to key stakeholders within the industry. What We're Looking For: To be successful in the role, you will have the following attributes: • Excellent sales and negotiation skills., • Polite, well-motivated and hungry to grow sales within your assigned territory., • Good product knowledge of the PPE, Workwear and Consumables market, and the ability to keep updated with the latest trends and developments., • Ability to present our products in a way that maximizes sales, up-selling if appropriate., • Ability to make recommendations on new and innovative ways that we can use to increase sales to both existing and new customers., • Ability to think strategically and to make recommendations on the strategic direction of the company from a sales point of view., • Ability to provide training to our Distributors., • Creative thinker - enjoy bringing new ideas to the table., • IT literacy and ability to make use of technology in the sales process, as well as to maximize efficiency., • Exemplary customer service skills., • A full drivers license (applicable to the UK) is essential. Salary: DOE Further details are available upon request. Thank you & we wish you the best of luck!

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We're looking for a technically qualified Product Manager with specific RF experience to join our growing team in Hertfordshire. Come and join a global manufacturer renowned for high-quality electronic connector and cable assembly solutions. BASIC SALARY: £55,000 - £65,000 BENEFITS: · Bonus linked to company performance · 25 days holiday · Company pension scheme LOCATION: This is a hybrid role, based in Hertfordshire. You'll need to be in the office 2/3 days a week. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: St Albans, Hatfield, Stevenage, Luton, Hemel Hempstead, Watford, North London, Hertford, Bedford, Milton Keynes, Letchworth Garden City JOB DESCRIPTION: Product Manager – RF & Board-to-Board Connectors Working closely with marketing, sales, and operations teams worldwide, this RF Product Manager role will manage new product introductions, provide technical support, and help drive innovation and growth within key product lines. Your focus will be on RF Coaxial and board-to-board product categories. You will: · Manage the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, from competitor analysis to launch · Conduct pricing studies and compile product data to ensure commercial success · Create technical sales tools, training materials, and presentations · Provide technical support to global sales teams, distributors, and customers · Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and sales performance analytics · Manage product lifecycle and maintain up-to-date compliance information · Collaborate with marketing to ensure accurate and engaging web content · Identify opportunities for product and process improvements PERSON SPECIFICATION: Product Manager – RF & Board-to-Board Connectors You'll have a strong analytical mindset with commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will also have: · Formal engineering or technical qualification essential (RF or Electronics preferred) · Background in RF, coaxial connectors, or wireless products required · Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal · High level of initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn · Willingness to travel internationally as required THE COMPANY: A global electronics manufacturer with over 35 years of success, providing world-class connector and cable assembly solutions to clients worldwide. With operations across the UK, Asia, and the US, the business continues to expand through innovation, quality, and a commitment to excellence. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Product Manager, RF Engineer, Technical Product Specialist, NPI Engineer, Applications Engineer, Product Development Engineer, or Project Engineer - electronics, RF coaxial connectors, cable assemblies, board-to-board connectors, or wireless communication components within manufacturing or distribution environments. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: SM18296, Wallace Hind Selection TPBN1_UKTJ