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Grade/Salary: Band J (£60,194 to £63,832)Contract Type: Full-time,PermanentWorking Pattern: Monday Friday, 37 hoursLocation: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid)Closing Date: 12/07/2026Sandwell Councils Finance and Transformation Division is seeking an experienced Strategic Finance Business Partner (Capital & Major Projects) to join its team on a full-time, permanent basis based from its Oldbury office. The organisation is operating to a hybrid working model.This is an exciting opportunity to lead the financial management and oversight of the Council's Capital Programme and major projects portfolio at a time of significant investment and transformation. Working closely with senior leaders, elected members and programme teams, you will provide strategic financial advice, challenge and insight to support effective decision-making and successful project delivery.The role will play a key part in strengthening financial governance, embedding robust controls and best-practice processes, and ensuring value for money is delivered across the Council's investment programmes. You will also support the wider corporate and finance transformation agenda, including the ongoing development and optimisation of Oracle Fusion.As a trusted strategic adviser, you will help shape capital investment decisions, support the Medium-Term Financial Plan, and contribute to the continued development of a modern, high-performing finance function.About the roleLead on the budget monitoring and financial reporting process for the Capital Programme and Major Projects within the remit of the role and be responsible assisting the Head of Finance Business Partnering to incorporate the outputs within the relevant Corporate Reports to Corporate Leadership Team and CouncillorsLead on the development of the capital strategy document supported by the Strategic Financial Planning and Treasury Accountant and support the development of the Councils Medium-Term Financial PlanLead in the provision of strategic financial advice and support to key corporate projects to ensure delivery of the Councils corporate objectivesTake a proactive, strategic role in the ensuring value for money is achieved in the delivery of the capital programme and any major projectsTake a lead role in ensuring financial procedures and regulations are effective across the Council and promote good governance, identifying and implement improvements where necessaryDeliver accurate and timely closure of accounts for the services under the remit of the postSuch other duties as may be appropriate to achieve the objectives of the post to assist the Service Area in the fulfilment of its objectives commensurate with the post holder's salary grade, abilities and aptitudes.About youCCAB Qualified with evidence of Continuing Professional DevelopmentExtensive relevant experience in a finance role within Local Government or the Public SectorExperience of leading and developing teams to deliver the outcomes of the Directorate Business Plan and Corporate Plan.Experience of finances linked to commercial projects/servicesAbility to demonstrate knowledge of strategic service planningAn understanding of the legislative framework and governance arrangements applicable to Local Government.Knowledge of and ability to use financial systems, including extensive experience of the use of Oracle FusionWhy Sandwell Council?At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values-led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, youll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.How to applyTo be considered for this role, please submit a CV and supporting statement.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team by visiting our website.If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact us directly.REF-229 434TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: BirminghamSalary: £35,000 to £46,000, potentially flexible for the right personWorking pattern: Ideally office based, with some flexibility once establishedBenefits: Pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, paid parking, training, annual bonus The Opportunity\n A growing international business is looking for a confident Freight Forwarding Manager to take ownership of its import, export and supply chain operations. \n This is a broad, hands on role suited to someone who can manage daily freight activity, resolve issues quickly, improve processes and work closely with both internal teams and external partners. The business is growing its office function and needs someone who can bring structure, control and commercial awareness to a busy international supply chain operation. Key Responsibilities\n • Manage daily freight forwarding, import and export activity across the supply chain Oversee inbound sea freight, with some exposure to road and air freight Coordinate shipments from purchase requirement through to final customer delivery Manage customs clearance, supplier documentation and shipping paperwork Monitor containers, delivery schedules and freight movements Liaise with freight forwarders, suppliers, factories, customers and internal stakeholders Work closely with overseas teams to keep shipments moving efficiently Identify issues across the supply chain and resolve them quickly Improve systems, processes and ways of working Maintain customs compliance records, policies and procedures Ensure the business remains compliant with HMRC requirements * Support wider operational improvement across the company What We Are Looking For\n • Strong freight forwarding, import, export or international logistics experience Strong knowledge of sea freight and customs clearance Experience managing suppliers, freight partners or internal logistics processes Confident communicator who can build strong relationships Comfortable dealing with overseas factories and head office teams Able to take responsibility, make decisions and solve problems independently Strong attention to detail across documentation, compliance and administration Commercially aware, proactive and organised Able to manage changing priorities, deadlines and shipment issues Confident using systems, ERP platforms and general IT tools Previous supervisory or management experience within logistics would be beneficial

Contentious Probate Solicitor (Partner), 10+ Years PQE, Birmingham, £85,000+ (DOE) - An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contentious Probate Partner to join a highly regarded, national law firm with a long-established reputation for excellence. JOB REF:4460.THE ROLE:• This role will see you advising on a broad range of high-value and complex contentious probate matters, including disputes involving wills, trusts, estates, inheritance claims, executorship, and the administration of estates. • You will work with an established client base while helping to drive the strategic growth of the practice through business development, networking, and the cultivation of new referral relationships.• Alongside managing a varied caseload, you will provide leadership, supervision, and mentoring to junior lawyers, fostering the continued development of a high-performing team.SKILLS REQUIRED:• Whether you are an existing Partner, Junior Partner, or Head of Department looking for your next challenge, you will have the technical expertise, commercial awareness, and ambition to further develop an already successful practice.• Extensive experience advising on all aspects of contentious probate, trusts, and estate disputes.• A proven track record of managing complex, high-value litigation.• Experience leading, supervising, and mentoring legal teams.• Strong business development skills with an established network of professional contacts and referrers.• Membership of ACTAPS and/or STEP is highly desirable.• A collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service.ON OFFER:• A highly competitive remuneration package.• An established client base with excellent cross-referral opportunities.• A collaborative and supportive partnership environment.• The opportunity to shape and expand a thriving contentious probate practice.TO APPLY:Contact Theresa Lucas at eNL on for a confidential discussion or email with your CV.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate

Head of Product & PropositionSalary:£100,000 - £120,000, based on skills and experience Contract Type: Permanent – 35 hours a weekLocation: Hybrid working (office based in Birmingham) – typically 2 days in the office per week Closing Date: 31st July 2026 Shape Brighter Futures with Wesleyan Established in 1841, Wesleyan help trusted professionals—GPs, hospital doctors, dentists, and teachers—secure their financial future. Today, we’re proud to continue that mission with passion and purpose. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise makes a real impact, and you want to work in a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and integrity, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more about who we are: About Wesleyan Make a Difference in Product Development & Strategy As the Head of Product and Proposition you will lead the future of Wesleyan’s offer to its customers. Ensuring excellent customer outcomes for customers, including reacting to and improving products under new market and regulatory trends. Leading in in-flight activity under the product and proposition roadmap to bring compelling financial products and financial planning propositions to market under programmes including the Advice Transformation programme, work on the Digital and D2C proposition and others, with a particular focus on wealth solutions for our key professions, envisioning future customer needs and assisting with the activity to digitally leapfrog, creating future-facing ideas which will improve our offerings to customers and help the Society grow over time.Your Impact Here’s how you’ll make a difference: \n\n • Leads the Product and Proposition thinking in the Advice Transformation programme, to envisage the future product and proposition strategy of Wesleyan and consider future mechanisms for product governance and proposition management to align with a forward facing, agile business.\n, • Supports the development of our D2C proposition and our digital experience, leading on digital propositions and understanding customer engagement preferences.\n, • Oversees the execution of the Society’s day-to-day product activity, acting as member of the Product Governance Committee and the Customer Committee, input to ensure good outcomes, Consumer Duty compliance and excellent communications to stakeholders at Board and Executive level.\n, • Works closely with the With Profits function to ensure good quality With Profits products, including close alignment with With Profits Actuary and With Profits Committee to ensure appropriate outcomes.\n, • Works with the Investment Strategy team to deliver good quality product propositions and fund propositions which can then be delivered in the Investment Strategy area.\n, • Leads the consideration of the future of the Protection proposition with the Lead Protection Product Manager, including digital and other channel opportunities.\n, • Coordinates with the Head of Product (Wealth Platform) to optimise the product offering provided on our wealth platform.\n, • Considers optimal alignment of existing propositions in General Insurance, Mortgages and other third party broking, and how this supports the core advice and investment propositions of the Society. \nWhat You’ll Bring\n\n, • Proven experience as a Product Manager within Financial Services, with a strong track record of delivering customer-centric products and propositions.\n, • Solid understanding of customer behaviours, market dynamics, and emerging industry trends, including awareness of AI-driven solutions and their application in product development.\n, • In-depth knowledge of the regulatory and compliance landscape, with the ability to operate effectively within highly regulated environments.\n, • Demonstrated leadership capability, with experience managing and developing teams, as well as influencing broader organisational change and transformation initiatives.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and align senior stakeholders across business and technology functions.\n, • Strong working knowledge of product management methodologies, including roadmap development, customer research design, and facilitation of design sprints.\n, • Experience acting as a business lead on large, complex programmes, with accountability for delivery from concept through to execution.\n, • Proven ability to contribute to and lead the development of advice and digital propositions, combining customer insight with commercial and strategic thinking. \nBenefits That Work for You We believe rewards should reflect the life you live. Here’s what you can expect: \n\n, • Annual bonus to recognise your contribution.\n, • 28 days holiday (plus a culture day!) – rising to 30 days with service.\n, • Flexible hybrid working for better work-life balance.\n, • Company pension scheme – matched plus 2% (up to 10%).\n, • Free secure underground Birmingham city centre parking (subject to availability, weekend use included).\n, • Salary sacrifice schemes that help you provide the things that matter – to include PMI, Electric Vehicle Leasing and cashback on everyday essentials. \n, • Enhanced family leave and two volunteering days to give back to causes you care about.\n, • Car allowance\n, • PMI cover\n Discover the full range of benefits: Wesleyan Careers Rewards Why Wesleyan? We’re building a culture where everyone belongs. Diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s part of who we are. Whatever your background, we want you to feel valued and empowered to thrive. We’re proud supporters of the ABI Making Flexible Work campaign, which means we’re open to discussing flexible working, job shares, and part-time options. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know—we’re here to support you.

Head of Compliance | Wealth Management | Financial Services | Hybrid\n Hybrid Working \n Competitive Salary + Benefits \n \n A well-established, market-leading Wealth Management firm is looking for an experienced Compliance professional to step into the role of Head of Compliance and lead its compliance function. \n This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Compliance Manager, Senior Compliance Manager or Deputy Head of Compliance looking to progress into a Head of Compliance position within a growing, adviser-focused business. The Role\n As Head of Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the firm's compliance strategy while working closely with senior leadership to support the continued growth of the business. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Leading and developing the firm's compliance framework.\n, • Providing regulatory advice and guidance across the business.\n, • Overseeing Consumer Duty, SMCR, Training & Competence (T&C) and FCA regulatory requirements.\n, • Sitting on the Investment Committee, providing regulatory guidance and challenge.\n, • Delivering compliance and regulatory training to Financial Advisers and Paraplanners.\n, • Leading compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting and policy development.\n, • Building strong relationships with senior leadership, advisers and the FCA.\n, • Supporting the business with pragmatic, commercial compliance solutions.\nAbout You\n You'll ideally have: \n\n • Previous experience in a senior compliance role within Wealth Management, Financial Planning or Financial Services.\n, • Strong knowledge of FCA regulation, Consumer Duty, SMCR and Training & Competence.\n, • Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing business decisions.\n, • Level 4 Diploma qualified (or equivalent).\n, • The ambition and capability to step into a Head of Compliance role.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Opportunity to progress into a Head of Compliance position.\n, • Senior leadership role with genuine influence.\n, • Hybrid working.\n, • Supportive, collaborative culture.\n, • Excellent long-term career prospects with a growing Wealth Management business.\nApply\n If you're an experienced Compliance professional looking to take the next step into a Head of Compliance role, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion. \n \n Keywords: Head of Compliance, Compliance Manager, Senior Compliance Manager, Wealth Management, Financial Planning, FCA, Consumer Duty, SMCR, Training & Competence (T&C), Compliance.

We are recruiting on behalf of an ambitious and fast-growing business based in Birmingham that is looking for a driven and commercially sharp Business Development Manager to join their team. This is a high-impact role for someone who is hungry to win new business, build lasting client relationships, and play a central part in the growth of an exciting organisation. \n You will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, managing the full sales cycle from initial outreach through to close, and developing a strong pipeline of prospects. This is not a role for someone who wants to manage existing accounts and coast — it is for someone who genuinely loves the hunt and gets a real buzz from bringing in new business. \n Please note: This role is exclusively recruited for via Consula. Applications made outside of Consula will not be considered and cannot progress. To apply, you must submit your application through the Consula platform. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n · Identify, target, and pursue new business opportunities through a combination of outbound prospecting, networking, referrals, and inbound lead management. \n · Manage the full sales cycle end-to-end — from initial contact and needs assessment through to proposal, negotiation, and close. \n · Build and maintain a strong, well-qualified pipeline, keeping CRM records accurate and up to date at all times. \n · Develop a deep understanding of the client's products and services and be able to articulate their value proposition clearly and compellingly to a range of audiences. \n · Build strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders at target organisations. \n · Collaborate with internal teams — including marketing, product, and operations — to ensure a seamless client experience from first contact through to onboarding. \n · Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities. \n · Report on pipeline activity, revenue forecasts, and new business performance to senior leadership on a regular basis. \n \n What We Are Looking For \n · Proven track record in a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, or similar new business-focused role — with demonstrable results. \n · Experience managing a full sales cycle in a B2B environment, with the ability to close deals at a senior level. \n · Strong commercial acumen and the ability to understand client needs quickly and position solutions effectively. \n · Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills — you are confident in front of senior decision-makers and can adapt your style to different audiences. \n · Self-motivated and target-driven, with the resilience and determination to keep going when deals take time. \n · Proficient in CRM systems and comfortable working with data to manage and report on pipeline activity. \n · London-based or able to commute to London regularly. \n \n What's On Offer \n · Base salary of £55,000 – £75,000 depending on experience, plus uncapped commission. \n · Hybrid working with genuine flexibility. \n · A high-visibility role in a business that is growing fast and rewards performance. \n · Real autonomy to build your own pipeline and shape the business development function. \n · Competitive benefits package including pension, private healthcare, and generous holiday allowance. \n \n How to Apply \n This role is exclusively recruited for via Consula. Applications made outside of Consula will not be considered and cannot progress. \n Applying is simple: \n 1. Head to Consula. com and create your free account — it only takes a few minutes. \n 1. Upload your CV and complete your professional profile. \n 1. Our AI will match you directly with the hiring organisation based on your skills and experience. \n 1. If you are a strong match, you will be connected directly — no agency, no middleman, no waiting around. \n Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within five working days.

Head of Banking & Finance Solicitor | Birmingham | Partner / Legal Director LevelSalary: Highly Competitive + Outstanding Benefits PackageAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Banking & Finance Solicitor to lead and develop the Birmingham banking practice of a highly regarded national law firm. This strategic appointment offers the chance to head a successful team, work alongside nationally recognised specialists and play a key role in the continued growth of one of the firm's core commercial practice areas.THE ROLE:As Head of Banking & Finance, you will take responsibility for leading a busy and well-established practice advising an impressive client base of banks, alternative lenders, financial institutions, corporate borrowers, developers and investors. You will advise on a broad range of secured and unsecured lending transactions, acquisition finance, real estate finance, development finance, refinancing, asset-based lending and corporate banking matters.Working closely with colleagues across the firm's corporate, real estate, restructuring and insolvency teams, you will deliver commercially focused advice on complex, high-value transactions while driving the continued growth of the Birmingham practice. You will also play a pivotal role in developing client relationships, winning new work, mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the firm's wider national banking strategy.THE CANDIDATE:Applications are invited from ambitious Banking & Finance Solicitors with extensive experience gained within a leading regional, national or international law firm. You will possess excellent technical ability, strong commercial awareness and an established network within the Midlands market. Previous experience leading teams, developing client relationships and generating new business will be highly advantageous.This opportunity will suit an existing Partner or an ambitious Legal Director seeking a genuine route into a leadership role with the support and infrastructure of a successful national practice.THE FIRM:This award-winning national law firm continues to invest heavily in its Birmingham office and has established an enviable reputation for delivering first-class legal advice to businesses, financial institutions and public sector organisations throughout the UK. With an outstanding culture, genuine career progression opportunities and a collaborative approach to client service, the firm offers high-quality work without compromising on work-life balance.HOW TO APPLY:Contact Penny Trotman at eNL Legal on or email quoting reference HEADBANK/BIRM for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. PQE levels are provided as a guide and all applications will be considered on merit.

Sales Manager – Existing AccountsBirmingham, office basedup to £70,000 + commission09:00 - 17:30, Monday to Friday \n Macildowie are working with a leading client based in Birmingham to recruit a Sales Manager, who would be responsbile for looking after Growth Account Managers within an established organisation operating in the B2B sustainability space. \n This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced commercial people manager who is passionate about developing high-performing sales teams and driving customer growth. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping a best-in-class inside sales function, leading a team responsible for maximising revenue from an existing SME customer portfolio. \n The successful candidate will build a culture of accountability, coaching and continuous improvement, while ensuring customers receive an outstanding experience throughout their journey. The Opportunity\n Reporting to the Head of Inside Sales, you'll lead a team of Growth Account Managers focused on: \n\n • Driving revenue growth through upselling and cross-selling\n, • Improving customer retention and reducing churn\n, • Managing contract renewals\n, • Delivering accurate forecasting and pipeline management\n, • Developing commercial capability through coaching and training\n, • Embedding best practice across account planning and customer engagement\n\n You'll work closely with colleagues across Operations, Customer Service, Marketing and Product teams to continuously improve customer outcomes and commercial performance. About You\n We're looking for an experienced commercial leader with: \n\n • Previous experience managing B2B Account Management, Customer Success or Inside Sales teams\n, • A proven track record of coaching and improving sales performance\n, • Strong knowledge of customer retention and revenue growth strategies\n, • Experience managing sales pipelines and forecasting\n, • Excellent stakeholder management skills\n, • Experience using Salesforce or a similar CRM platform\n, • A proactive, data-driven and collaborative leadership style\nWhat's in it for you?\n\n, • Opportunity to shape a growing commercial function\n, • Genuine leadership impact within a high-growth environment\n, • Strong career development opportunities\n, • Collaborative and ambitious culture\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package\n\n If you're an inspiring commercial leader looking to make a significant impact within a business investing heavily in its customer growth strategy, we'd love to hear from you.

Experienced Chefs Wanted \n Jubilee Hospitality is recruiting experienced Relief Chefs to support a number of established fresh food gastro pubs across Birmingham & Midlands. \n This role is only suitable for chefs with previous professional experience in commercial kitchens. Applications from candidates without chef experience will not be considered. \n Whether you're a Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef, we have flexible temporary assignments available throughout the week. \n What You'll Be Doing \n\n • Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal dishes\n, • Working in professional gastro pub kitchens\n, • Supporting established kitchen brigades during busy services\n, • Maintaining high food quality and hygiene standards\n\n What We Offer \n\n • £15.00–£20.00 per hour, depending on experience\n, • Weekly pay\n, • Holiday pay and pension\n, • Flexible shifts that fit around your availability\n, • Ongoing work throughout Birmingham and the surrounding area\n, • Opportunity to work in a variety of respected fresh food venues\n\n Essential Requirements \n We are looking for chefs who: \n\n • Have recent experience working as a Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef\n, • Have worked in fresh food restaurants, gastro pubs, hotels or esteemed events\n, • Can confidently run a section without supervision\n, • Hold a Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)\n, • Have their own transport or can reliably travel to venues across Midlands\n\n About Jubilee Hospitality \n Jubilee Hospitality has over 20 years' experience supplying quality chefs to hospitality businesses across the UK. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with both our chefs and clients, offering regular work, competitive pay and dedicated consultant support. \n Apply Now \n If you're an experienced chef looking for flexible agency work in high end hotels, we'd love to hear from you. \n Please note: We are unable to progress applications from candidates without previous professional chef experience or those who are unable to commute to Birmingham and the surrounding area. \n Jubilee Hospitality is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

The PR Activations & Campaigns Manager is responsible for planning and delivering the PR activity that brings our client's brands to life. Working closely with the Head of PR and wider PR and Marketing teams, this role leads the planning and delivery of media launches, events, campaigns and PR activations that build awareness, engagement and positive brand perception across the groups' brands in the UK. \n The role oversees integrated PR campaigns from concept to delivery, ensuring every activation is delivered to the highest standard and aligned with wider business objectives. \n This role is responsible for the Activations & Campaigns discipline, working closely with colleagues across the PR team and wider Marketing department to deliver integrated communications activity that supports the company’s commercial and brand objectives. \n Key Responsibilities \n · Develop and deliver the annual PR Activations & Campaigns calendar in line with business objectives. \n · Lead the planning and delivery of UK and international media launches, press drives and product reveal events. \n · Work closely with the events team to manage PR events from concept through to execution, including venues, agencies, suppliers, budgets, logistics and guest experience. \n · Develop and deliver creative PR campaigns that generate earned media, build brand awareness and support commercial priorities. \n · Identify opportunities to create newsworthy activations that extend beyond traditional media. \n · Work with the Content and Media Relations Manager to ensure every activation is supported by compelling media content and strong journalist engagement. \n · Manage external agencies and production partners to deliver activity to the highest standard. \n · Own campaign and event budgets, ensuring effective planning and cost control. \n · Develop post-event reporting and campaign evaluation using agreed KPIs and insights. \n · Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Sales and Partner teams to maximise campaign impact. \n · Support regional retailers with activation toolkits and campaign ideas where appropriate. \n · Identify partnership and sponsorship opportunities that support PR objectives. \n · Continuously identify new ideas, technologies and activation formats that keep our brands fresh, relevant and engaging. \n · Line manage the relevant PR Executive(s), supporting development, performance management and coaching. \n · Support the Head of PR with departmental planning, budgeting and strategic projects. \n Minimum Requirements \n · At least five years' experience in PR, ideally within the automotive industry. \n · Proven experience delivering large-scale media launches, press events or experiential campaigns. \n · Experience managing agencies, suppliers and external stakeholders. \n · Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams. \n · Excellent budget management and commercial awareness. \n · Confident presenter with exceptional stakeholder management skills. \n · Experience measuring campaign performance and producing insightful evaluation reports. \n · Full UK driving licence. \n · Valid Passport. \n · Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas for events and launches. \n Qualities/Attributes Required \n · Highly organised with exceptional project management skills. \n · Exceptional attention to detail. \n · Able to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure, particularly during live events and media launches. \n · Creative thinker who can develop original activation ideas. \n · Strong commercial awareness and decision-making ability. \n · Excellent relationship builder with agencies, media, partners and internal stakeholders. \n · Outstanding communication and presentation skills. \n · Comfortable leading cross-functional project teams. \n · Confident negotiating with suppliers and managing budgets. \n · Flexible and willing to travel extensively when required. \n · Passionate about automotive brands and creating memorable experiences. \n INDH

Nenebrook Recruitment Group have been enlisted by a high growth Motor Retail Group with the appointment of several Dealership Accounting & Divisional Accounting Positions. \n Reporting into the Head of Finance, this is a pivotal finance role responsible for delivering accurate, timely financial reporting across the dealership or a division ensuring robust control of accounting processes, and supporting commercial decision-making. \n This position suits a hands-on, detail-driven accountant with strong motor retail experience and the ability to partner closely with operational leaders to drive performance. \n Key Responsibilities \n Financial Reporting & Control \n\n • Produce accurate monthly management accounts for the dealership, including P&L, balance sheet, cashflow and KPI packs.\n, • Complete daily, weekly and monthly financial reconciliations, ensuring all control accounts are fully balanced.\n, • Maintain strong balance sheet integrity, including stock, debtors, creditors, WIP, accruals and prepayments.\n, • Oversee manufacturer composite submissions, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.\n, • Manage VAT returns, HMRC compliance, and statutory reporting requirements.\n\n Operational & Commercial Support \n\n • Partner with the Dealership Director, Sales Manager and Aftersales Manager to analyse performance, margins, labour recovery, and departmental profitability.\n, • Provide insight on vehicle margins, bonuses, holdbacks, aged stock, and used car performance.\n, • Monitor and report on service department KPIs, including hours sold, efficiency, productivity, and recovery rates.\n, • Support forecasting, budgeting and financial planning cycles.\n\n Transactional Finance Oversight \n\n • Work closely with Transactional finance teams within the SSC, ensuring accurate processing of purchase ledger, sales ledger, cashbook and banking.\n, • Oversee vehicle invoicing, deal files, and compliance with FCA and manufacturer standards.\n, • Ensure timely processing of warranty claims, credit notes, and manufacturer payments.\n, • Manage dealership cashflow, banking, and credit control.\n\n Systems & Process Improvement \n\n • Maintain and optimise use of DMS systems (e.g., Kerridge/Keyloop, Pinnacle, CDK).\n, • Strengthen internal controls, streamline processes, and improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.\n, • Support digitalisation and automation initiatives across the finance function.\n\n Experience & Qualifications \n\n • Part-qualified or qualified AAT / ACCA / CIMA (or QBE with equivalent experience within motor retail).\n, • Proven experience as a Dealership Accountant, Assistant Accountant, or Management Accountant within the automotive sector.\n, • Strong understanding of manufacturer composites, dealership KPIs, and motor retail financial processes.\n, • Advanced Excel skills and experience with major DMS platforms.\n, • Strong analytical capability with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders.\n\n In Return a competitive basic salary of up to £65,000 can be offered coupled with Car, 10% Bonus and excellent benefits and career development opportunities'

National Account Manager - Contract CateringField based £45,000 - £52,000 per annum + Car/Allowance & Bonus \n We are seeking a strategic, tenacious, and growth-oriented National Account Manager to lead a portfolio of high-potential contract catering accounts at a Head Office and central procurement level. \n Our client is a market-leading, customer-centric catering equipment and commercial kitchen solutions business. They specialise in supporting the contract catering industry, helping major catering operators optimise their kitchens, realise equipment assets, and maintain seamless operations through structured purchasing frameworks. \n The Role \n In this high-impact position, you will take full ownership of a defined portfolio of national contract caterers holding immense growth potential. Operating primarily at a Head Office level, you will navigate central procurement and category management teams to secure and maximise framework agreements. \n A major focus of this role is expanding their footprint within these frameworks. While capital equipment sales remain core, you will strategically introduce and upsell our comprehensive service & maintenance contracts. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Framework & Portfolio Management: Manage and grow a defined portfolio of national contract catering accounts, operating at Head Office, category management, and central procurement levels.\n, • Commercial Growth: Execute a balanced "Hunter/Farmer" approach-retaining core business while driving organic framework growth through service & maintenance contracts, capital equipment sales, and asset replacements.\n, • Contract Negotiation: Support, negotiate, and secure long-term contracts and agreements with national clients to build enduring business partnerships.\n, • Strategic Planning: Conduct structured Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and collaborate with clients on joint business plans focused on shared value and efficiency.\n, • Team Leadership: Support, develop, and coach your direct reports (National Account Executive / Internal Sales Executive), ensuring national targets are clearly understood and consistently met.\n, • Market Presence: Represent the business at national trade shows, conferences, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and forge new corporate relationships.\n\n About YouWe are looking for a positive, determined, and highly commercial sales professional who combines deep relationship-building expertise with an uncompromising desire to deliver customer-centric service. You'll ideally have: \n\n • Proven Track Record: A minimum of 3 to 5 years of corporate sales experience managing large, multi-site national accounts within a dynamic business environment.\n, • Sector & Service Expertise: Strong industry knowledge specifically within commercial catering service & maintenance or kitchen infrastructure solutions.\n, • Leadership Experience: Previous management or leadership experience in a challenging, target-driven environment, with a knack for coaching and development.\n, • Procurement Fluency: Proven experience building robust client relationships with senior procurement functions, category managers, and corporate stakeholders.\n, • Commercial Acumen: Strong numerical, analytical, and contract negotiation skills with a deep understanding of sales margins and profit optimization.\n, • Mobility: Full UK driving licence (with no more than 3 points) and a willingness to travel for high-profile customer-facing meetings.\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • Competitive base salary with an industry-leading bonus scheme aligned with portfolio growth.\n, • Company car or car allowance to support national travel.\n, • A supportive, collaborative leadership environment where your strategic ideas are valued.\n, • Structured personal development within a corporate group that actively lives its core values.\n\n Are you looking to recruit a similar role? \n Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit .

Job Title: Sales Development Representative \n Salary: £28k basic, with OTE taking your package up to higher \n Sector: Software \n Our client has delivered field Management software for almost thirty years, with offices across the UK and Asia. They've entered an exciting growth phase in key markets, and are looking for a number of graduates to join a brand new team! If you're looking to embark on a lucrative career where the reward reflects your effort, this is the opportunity for you! \n Benefits: \n\n • £28k basic salary, with OTE taking your total package up to higher in year one\n, • Fantastic, modern head offices centrally located\n, • Excellent progression, learning and development potential - through to leadership, senior Sales or product\n, • Team socials in a welcoming, inclusive environment\n, • Lucrative bonus and incentive schemes\n, • Healthcare and Pension\n, • Flexible, hybrid working available\n\n Role: \n\n • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's software suite and internal processes\n, • Generate demand with customers, producing qualified sales opportunities\n, • Cultivate long-term relationships with businesses, mapping out potential business with fresh prospects\n, • Book software demonstrations through outbound calling, LinkedIn outreach, emailing and other channels\n, • Learn and enjoy mentorship from senior sellers on best practice and strategy\n, • Manage your leads pipeline and tracking effectively\n\n Requirements: \n\n • Degree educated - but this is not necessary, as long as you can readily demonstrate commercial understanding\n, • Excellent relationship building and communication skills befitting a Salesperson\n, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills\n, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment\n, • Capable working independently and proactively, and a quick learner\n, • Resilient and highly organised\n\n \n Grab your fast pass! \n Want to skip the queue? Once you click 'Apply', be sure to follow the link to Sapia AI sent straight to your email. This 15-minute text chat replaces weeks of boring job applications and puts you directly in front of top companies hiring right now. \n How does it work? \n\n • \n No CV needed right now - just a simple text chat for 15 minutes. \n • \n Instant feedback - get your personalized "Sales DNA" profile immediately. \n • \n Fast-track your career - secure your seat at our next Live Assessment Day. \n\n Hit apply below, check your inbox, and fast-track your career! \n \n Pareto is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from all, irrespective of background or circumstance. Our consultants are happy to discuss any adjustments you require in support of your application.

Head of Employment Solicitor | Birmingham | Partner / Legal Director LevelSalary: Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits PackageA leading national law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor to head its Birmingham employment practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer to take on a strategic leadership role within a thriving national team, working with an impressive client base while shaping the future direction of the practice.THE ROLE:As Head of Employment, you will lead a well-established team advising employers across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Acting for national and international businesses, owner-managed companies, public sector organisations and senior executives, you will provide commercially focused advice on day-to-day HR issues, disciplinary and grievance matters, redundancy and restructuring programmes, discrimination and whistleblowing claims, TUPE, restrictive covenants and Employment Tribunal litigation.You will also work closely with colleagues across the corporate, commercial and regulatory teams, advising on the employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions and business restructures. Alongside managing a busy caseload, you will take responsibility for developing client relationships, driving business development initiatives, mentoring and developing the team and contributing to the firm's wider national employment strategy.THE CANDIDATE:You will be an experienced Employment Solicitor with a proven track record of advising employer clients on complex employment matters. Applications are welcomed from Partners, Legal Directors and ambitious Senior Associates seeking the opportunity to step into a leadership role.You will possess excellent technical ability, strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for building long-term client relationships. Previous experience supervising and developing lawyers, coupled with an appetite for business development and practice growth, will be key to your success in this role.THE FIRM:This highly regarded national law firm has earned an outstanding reputation for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of sectors. With significant investment in its Birmingham office and ambitious growth plans, the firm offers a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements and genuine opportunities to influence the future direction of the business.This is an outstanding opportunity to join a firm where leadership is recognised, entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged and career progression is supported.HOW TO APPLY:Contact Penny Trotman at eNL Legal on or email quoting reference HEADEMP/BIRM for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. PQE levels are given as a guide and all applications will be considered on merit.

LJM RECRUITMENT is representing multiple companies based in Central London. Enthusiastic, disruptive, and collaborative teams that are always ready to innovate and revolutionise the fast-paced Fintech industry. If you want to develop your professional career in Finance and join an international environment, this is your place. Ready to join the revolution? \n Join as a Business Developer, where you will gain extensive knowledge from industry-leading professionals. Throughout your career, you will be supported through our world-class LJMR Academy, where you will learn about macroeconomics, Foreign Exchange, International payments, and other financial products, incorporating this knowledge into your sales techniques. Those who excel in what is a highly meritocratic and fast-paced environment will be rewarded and may be promoted for truly outstanding performance. Even with tremendous growth, we maintain a vibrant and enjoyable company culture. Your personal development is our business. You are our leaders of tomorrow! \n Responsibilities \n\n • You will create, manage, and develop new business client opportunities, from cold calling to close of business, working alongside an experienced team.\n, • Generate Leads Through cold approaches, develop a database of leads/prospective clients segmented by industry sector and by foreign exchange turnover, as well as trade finance perspective.\n, • Take advantage of LJMR's cutting-edge, data-driven lead sourcing technology "Sonar".\n, • Attend exhibitions, networking events, or others as indicated by management where potential new business opportunities could be pursued.\n, • Create the LJMR Value Proposition. Research the client and sector to identify possible client needs and solutions LJMR can offer.\n, • Present LJMR services to prospects and create solutions for their foreign exchange, hedging, payment, and/or trade finance requirements. Where appropriate, set up meetings for you and a more senior colleague to visit the client and close business. Increase your market knowledge and develop relationships with clients by keeping them up to date on currency market movements.\n, • Demonstrate value by helping them make more informed decisions about managing their risk.\n, • Win Business and Create Opportunities\n, • Manage the relationship with our key account management team to speed up the conversion from the sign-up to the first trade (engage with a client and manage the handover to the account manager).\n\n Business Developers will have opportunities to move to more senior sales positions, from Industry Sector Specialist to Head of Desk, managing their team, or progress to a dealing/account management role. The speed of progression is dependent on performance and capability. LJMR is a genuine meritocracy. Manage Your Performance \n Your performance as a Business Developer will be measured in terms of new business generation, activity, and quality performance targets. The revenue generated from the accounts you bring on for the company will gauge your performance. \n Skills \n\n • Excellent communication skills and articulation over the phone\n, • Demonstrable commercial experience, particularly in telesales\n, • Interest in and basic knowledge of finance\n, • Research ability a plus\n, • Commercial acumen\n, • Ambition\n\n

Head of Pensions Solicitor | Birmingham | Partner / Legal Director LevelSalary: Highly Competitive + Excellent BenefitsA leading national law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Pensions Solicitor to head up its Birmingham pensions practice. This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious senior lawyer seeking the autonomy to shape and grow a well-established offering while working alongside nationally recognised specialists across the wider business.THE ROLE:This is a strategic appointment for a senior pensions lawyer with the expertise and commercial acumen to lead and develop a thriving practice. Advising a diverse client base that includes employers, trustees, public sector organisations and corporate clients, you will handle a broad range of pensions matters including scheme governance, benefit redesign, regulatory compliance, corporate transactions, de-risking exercises and complex advisory work.Working closely with colleagues across corporate, employment, banking and real estate, you will play a key role in developing client relationships, winning new work and mentoring the next generation of pensions lawyers. The position offers genuine influence over the future direction of the team and the opportunity to contribute to the firm's wider national pensions strategy.THE CANDIDATE:Applications are sought from qualified Solicitors with extensive pensions experience gained within a recognised regional, national or international law firm. You will possess strong technical expertise, excellent commercial awareness and a proven track record of delivering pragmatic advice to a broad client base. Previous experience of leading teams, developing client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives will be highly advantageous.Whether you are already leading a pensions practice or are an ambitious Legal Director or Partner looking for the next step in your career, this role offers an exceptional platform within a firm renowned for investing in its people and supporting long-term career progression.THE FIRM:This highly regarded national law firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering commercially focused legal advice to clients across the UK. With a collaborative culture, impressive client portfolio and continued investment in its Birmingham office, the firm offers high-quality work, flexible working arrangements and a genuine commitment to supporting career development.HOW TO APPLY:Contact Penny Trotman at eNL Legal on or email quoting reference HEADPENS/BIRM for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Please note that PQE levels are provided as a guide and all applications will be considered on merit.

Tremendous opportunity for a Corporate Partner to greatly impact the Manchester office of this global practice and to lead the Corporate practice in Birmingham. A team move will also be considered, due to the ambitious expansion plans of this practice. This firm is highly regarded on a global scale and seen as an excellent full-service commercial law firm across the UK, with a growing Birmingham presence. The Corporate team consists of 100 lawyers globally, but only a small proportion of those are Birmingham-based. So, you will take a lead role in the office and help grow the headcount, as well as the presence across the region. This is a key appointment in the office, so you will have direct communication with senior management, as well as working closely with the Global Head of Corporate. You will be part of an established team, working across a number of sectors on a diverse range of corporate matters, private company mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, private equity, re-organisations, share buybacks, joint ventures, commercial contracts and corporate governance. Immediate Partnership (salaried or fixed share equity) is on the table, but there is a clear pathway and scope for equity. The firm is huge on culture, training and quality of work, and this is a golden opportunity for an existing partner to join a practice looking to make an impact in Manchester. Opportunity to tailor your benefits package plus a pension, bonus scheme and healthcare. Tremendous salary on offer that will range up to £200,000 per annum.

\n Robert Walters - Head of Finance - Permanent - Hybrid - Birmingham - £90,000 - £120,000 per annum \n Our client, a leader within the transport sector, is seeking a commercially focused Head of Finance to lead their finance function and support ongoing business growth. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality forecasting, reporting, financial control, and strategic insight. \n \n \n Key responsibilities of the Head of Finance: \n\n • Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process across the organisation.\n, • Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to senior leadership and key stakeholders.\n, • Partner with operational and commercial teams to improve financial performance and support strategic decision-making.\n, • Drive strong financial governance, controls, and compliance across the business.\n, • Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital management, and treasury activities.\n, • Support capital investment appraisal and financial analysis for major projects.\n, • Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process.\n\n Key essentials of the Head of Finance: \n\n • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified\n, • Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience\n, • Excellent commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills\n\n At the Robert Walters Group, we endeavour to contact all candidates to register their details. However, due to the high number of applications we receive, if we have not reached out to you within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Your new company \n A public sector organisation is seeking an Interim Head of Procurement/Director of Procurement to support the function through an important period of change and improvement. Working with an established procurement team, you will focus on strengthening procurement processes, embedding best practice and supporting the delivery of key transformation initiatives. This is a 12-18-month contract based in Birmingham, with 2 days per week in the office.Your new roleAs Interim Head of Procurement, you will provide experienced leadership to the procurement function, ensuring continuity of service while driving targeted improvements across procurement and contract management activities. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading and supporting an established procurement team\n, • Driving procurement improvement and transformation initiatives\n, • Strengthening contract management, governance and supplier performance\n, • Ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector regulations\n, • Supporting stakeholders across the organisation on procurement and commercial matters\n, • Delivering procurement activity, sourcing projects and value-for-money outcomes\n\n What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have: \n\n • Experience operating at Head of Procurement or Senior Procurement Manager level within the public sector\n, • A track record of delivering procurement change, improvement or transformation programmes\n, • Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement frameworks\n, • Experience of contract management, governance and supplier relationship management\n, • Strong people leadership and stakeholder engagement skills\n, • A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to deliver improvements quickly\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • Competitive salary and benefits package\n, • 12-18-month contract with the opportunity to lead meaningful procurement improvement\n, • Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the Birmingham office\n, • Opportunity to strengthen procurement capability and governance within a well-established team\n, • Supportive working environment with scope to make a tangible impact\n\n Apply now \n If you are an experienced public sector procurement leader with a background in transformation, governance, and contract management, this is an excellent opportunity to deliver meaningful improvements and add value during a key period of change. \n Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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

A highly regarded regional law firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to take on a strategic leadership role as Head of Family Law. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious legal professional looking to lead an established department, influence its future direction and play a key role in the wider growth of the business. \n The successful candidate will combine strong technical family law expertise with proven leadership skills, overseeing a thriving private family practice whilst driving business development, team performance and departmental growth. \n The Role \n This position offers the opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of privately funded family law matters while leading a dedicated team of legal professionals. Working closely with senior management, the Head of Family Law will be responsible for developing the department's long-term strategy, enhancing its market presence and ensuring the highest standards of client service are maintained. \n The role would suit an experienced Family Solicitor who enjoys mentoring others, building client relationships and contributing to the commercial success of a growing law firm. \n Responsibilities \n\n • Managing a comprehensive caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, private children matters and cohabitation disputes\n, • Leading, mentoring and developing members of the Family Law team\n, • Driving departmental growth through business development and networking activities\n, • Building strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts\n, • Working alongside marketing professionals to increase the firm's profile within the local market\n, • Monitoring financial performance, billing targets and departmental profitability\n, • Conducting supervision, performance reviews and file audits\n, • Managing complaints and ensuring exceptional client care standards\n, • Supporting recruitment, retention and development of legal talent\n, • Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and internal quality procedures\n, • Contributing to the firm's wider strategic objectives and growth plans\n\n Candidate Requirements \n Applications are welcomed from experienced Family Solicitors who can demonstrate: \n\n • Qualified Solicitor status with ideally 6+ years' PQE in Family Law\n, • Strong expertise in privately funded family matters\n, • Previous leadership, supervisory or team management experience\n, • A proven track record of business development and client relationship management\n, • Commercial awareness and an understanding of departmental financial performance\n, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills\n, • A proactive and strategic approach to department growth\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities\n, • Confidence representing the firm at networking events and within the wider community\n\n Salary & Benefits \n The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional development and work-life balance, including: \n Flexible Working \n\n • Hybrid working arrangements\n, • Flexible working options\n, • Dress for Your Day policy\n\n AnnualLeave \n\n • 31 days' holiday including bank holidays\n, • Additional birthday leave\n, • Christmas office closure\n, • Two paid volunteering days per year\n\n Financial Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary package\n, • Performance-related bonus opportunities\n, • Pension scheme\n, • Company sick pay\n, • Healthcare cash plan\n, • Discounted legal services\n, • Employee referral incentives\n, • Client referral bonus scheme\n\n Career Progression \n\n • Structured mentoring and leadership support\n, • Clear progression opportunities\n, • Supportive and collaborative culture\n, • Genuine pathway towards Partnership and senior leadership positions\n\n Why Apply? \n This opportunity offers far more than a traditional Head of Department position. The successful candidate will be joining a progressive and ambitious law firm that actively invests in its people and provides a clear route for career advancement. With significant autonomy, leadership responsibility and the opportunity to shape the future of a growing Family Law department, this role is ideal for a solicitor looking to take the next step in their legal career. Please contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal Recruitment for more information or apply online. \n #INDCATN

We are a well-established business in the compact and sustainable lifting industry. We need a proactive, autonomous Area Sales Manager, ideally based in the Midlands or South of the UK with experience in construction, heavy plant or lifting to help us continue our growth plans! \n BASIC SALARY: up to £55,000 \n BENEFITS:· Bonus / Commission (circa £7,500 year 1 but uncapped)· Pension· 25 Days Holiday + Stats· Healthcare after probation· DIS \n LOCATION: Field based, occasional visits to our head office in the Southwest \n COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Bristol, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Watford, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Rugby, Coventry, Leicester, Bedford, Guildford, Slough, Newbury, Swindon \n JOB DESCRIPTION: Area Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Account Manager - Lifting, Construction \n As our Area Sales Manager your key responsibility is to grow our business in the UK. \n Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will form a crucial part of our current sales team. \n This is a new business focussed role so you will thrive on chasing the sale but then be keen to pass the work to either a key account manager or in some cases manage the process yourself as our sales cycles can be varied in duration. Your drive will be moving onto the next prospect. \n As well as this you will also:· Ensure we effectively market map our target customers and industries and maintain CRM system information, so we know our metrics in terms of success· Develop and implement a sales strategy for your product and service · Oversee and manage all new business opportunities · Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities, sales performance & market shifts etc. \n PERSON SPECIFICATION: Area Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Account Manager - Lifting, Construction \n Ultimately, you are a successful salesperson with a desire and drive to do more, you may have come from a construction background or be selling or arranging the hire of, heavy plant, excavation, mining, drilling, piling, truck, bus or off highway equipment or work in a similar arena. Maybe you have sold a different product into the same areas and have exposure to the right level of decision maker. \n Whatever your background, you are ready for your next step and to join a business that is keen to grow and backed by a group structure. \n Ideally you will have;· Some exposure to heavy construction equipment, mining, quarrying, cranes, scissor lifts, hoists, commercial vehicles etc. and an understanding of the types of contacts you need to generate business in this arena· Prolonged experience of managing your own diary and prospecting defined markets with little or no supervision· The drive and desire to always be looking for the next sale - this role really will suit someone who is always looking for the next deal· Experience of generating your own business, but also understanding your metrics around success, we are looking to develop our management information around our sales process, and we would like this role to be integral in helping us shape this report \n It would be ideal if you have worked in a heavy construction environment, but ultimately the right person with the right attitude and drive is the most important thing. \n THE COMPANY: \n For over 60 years we have been making lifting experiences smoother and more efficient. Since we started we have kept pace with the developing market with a genuine desire to meet and where possible, exceed our customers’ expectations. The group focuses on compact, efficient and sustainable lifting solutions that fit in tight spaces where traditional cranes cannot reach. With strong after market support and a wide range of products, we aim to be a reliable partner for the construction and lifting industries. \n 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: Area Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Territory Sales Manager - Cranes, Lifting Systems, Lifting Equipment, Construction, Mining, Piling, Heavy Plant, Off Highway, Hire, Lifts, Scissor Lifts, Platforms, Area Sales Manager. \n INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgment of your application. \n Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. \n Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. \n REF: MT18510, Wallace Hind Selection

Head of Service - Older People Commissioning \n Local Authority | Birmingham (3 days per week on-site) £450-£600 per day (Inside IR35) 6-9 Month Interim Contract \n A Midlands-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Head of Service for Older People Commissioning to provide strategic leadership across adult social care commissioning services, with a particular focus on care homes, residential care and domiciliary care provision.This is a key interim leadership role within a high-profile transformation programme and would suit an established commissioning leader with strong partnership, commercial and operational experience. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the strategic commissioning and contract management of older people's services.\n, • Drive market development and sustainability across residential, nursing and domiciliary care services.\n, • Support service transformation and deliver improved outcomes for residents.\n, • Build effective relationships with providers, health partners and senior stakeholders.\n, • Ensure commissioning activity delivers value for money and aligns with statutory duties.\n, • Provide leadership across associated operational functions, including financial services and customer charging processes.\n\n Essential Experience \n\n • Significant senior-level commissioning experience within Adult Social Care.\n, • Proven leadership of older people's commissioning services, including care homes and home care markets.\n, • Strong understanding of local authority commissioning, procurement and contract management.\n, • Experience managing or overseeing financial operations such as: client financial assessments and charging; income collection; appointeeship and deputyship services; financial safeguarding processes.\n, • Experience operating at Head of Service or Assistant Director level within a Local Authority setting.\n, • Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and political environments.\n\n What you need to do nowIf 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. \n 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

We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity backed professional services group, based in Solihull, West Midlands, embarking on an ambitious buy-and-build journey. With significant capital investment and a strong pipeline of acquisitions, this is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the financial strategy and value creation agenda. \n As Head of FP&A, you will operate at the centre of the business, working closely with the CFO, investors, and senior leadership team, to deliver strategic insights, drive performance, and support an active M&A programme. \n This is a highly visible leadership role based at the head offices in Solihull, with responsibility for building and leading a best-in-class FP&A function in a fast-paced, acquisitive environment. \n Responsibilities to include: \n\n • As Head of FP&A, lead the Group's planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic modelling\n, • Deliver high-quality board and investor reporting tailored to a private equity audience\n, • Play a central role in M&A activity, including financial modelling, business cases, and due diligence support\n, • Drive post-acquisition integration, ensuring consistency in reporting and performance tracking across the Group\n, • Provide deep commercial insight, supporting operational leaders to improve performance and profitability\n, • Lead change and transformation initiatives, improving reporting, processes, systems, and data integrity\n\n Candidate profile required: \n\n • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)\n, • Significant FP&A leadership experience within a private equity backed business\n, • Strong exposure to M&A activity and buy-and-build strategies\n, • Proven experience driving change and improving reporting, processes, and systems\n, • Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills\n, • Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior level\n\n What's on offer: \n £90,000 - £110,000 + benefits to include bonus \n Solihull based (Hybrid) \n At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

\n • Join a $billion turnover power-tools manufacturer at the forefront of innovation.\n, • Be part of a team demonstrating great products to dealers and professional users.\n, • Home based with plenty of travel and offers full training and support.\n\n Job Description: Demonstrator \n In this role you will be supporting customers (garden machinery dealerships) through product demonstration, training and education in order to increase sales. Home based, you will travel extensively throughout the UK in order to: \n\n • Regularly visit established dealers to provide demonstrations, training and product support.\n, • Attend new demonstration appointments arranged by the Area Sales Manager or Dealers.\n, • Follow up enquiries from commercial end-users that come through head office.\n, • Achieve expert knowledge of all products.\n, • Attend consumer and trade events as required.\n, • Work with dealers to achieve high standards in areas of product knowledge and showroom displays.\n, • Report regularly to the Country Manager against agreed KPIs.\n, • Demonstrate strong teamwork with shared learning and best practice.\n\n About the Company: \n A global player in battery-powered garden and power tool products with highly successful product launches in Europe, the US and Canada. Through product innovation the company is driving the transition from petrol to battery power and in intelligent robotic mowers. The Uk business is young but successful and growing rapidly. \n Candidate profile: Demonstrator \n The job holder will continue the company’s customer-led approach to supporting dealers to build mutually strong partnerships. Your experience is likely to be within: \n\n • A garden machinery dealership with knowledge of the needs of professional end-users.\n, • A groundscare contractor or arborist with a knowledge of product applications.\n, • A different field but with a passion for outdoor products and the environment.\n, • A retail setting with a desire for a new challenge.\n\n Additional requirements are: \n\n • First class communication skills and a confident public speaker.\n, • Excellent planning and organisation skills. Able to manage shifting priorities.\n, • Hardworking – prepared for long days and overnight stays.\n, • A natural interest in outdoor powered products and a thirst to improve knowledge to expert level.\n, • Energetic, resilient, gregarious with a positive outlook.\n\n Salary/Benefits Information: \n The successful candidate will enjoy a basic salary of £34,000 plus a company van, full training, home based support, 25 days paid holiday, 5% pension contribution, mobile and laptop. \n Contact: \n For more information and to apply please contact Nick Hester. \n Reference: NH/104886 \n Candidate care: \n By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application. \n If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application. \n Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise. \n In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.

\n • Strategic and commercially focused\n, • Confident communicator\n, • Proactive and hands on\nJob title: Finance ManagerReporting to: Head of FinanceLocation: Birmingham (hybrid working) with occasional travel to UK sitesThe business: A high growth, multi-site business headquartered in BirminghamFinancial Reporting\n\n, • Review monthly revenue and ensure accurate and timely production of monthly management accounts for final review and release by the Head of Finance.\n, • Responsibility for commentary and analysis of monthly and YTD results in the UK Finance Board report.\n, • Undertake detailed review of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all balances are appropriately substantiated with supporting schedules maintained for internal audit purposes.\n, • Maintain KPIs and provide financial commentary for inclusion within monthly performance reports.\n, • Support management accountants with preparation of year end statutory accounts.\n, • Liaise with internal and external auditors (planning and execution) and ensure all information requirements are met.\n, • Work with operational stakeholders and management accountants to streamline the financial revenue reporting process in line with industry regulatory reporting cycles.\nFinancial Control\n\n, • Maintain a finance process manual as a live document reflecting all existing financial processes, identifying and implementing opportunities to further strengthen the control environment.\n, • Undertake quarterly financial control reviews and report key findings to the Head of Finance.\n, • Support the internal audit process with a target of minimising the number of any future recommendations.\n, • Ensure open PO/GRNI balances are valid, enforcing reviews and reporting on non-conformance.\n, • Maintain industry specific regulatory registers.\nCompliance\n\n, • Ensure timely and accurate VAT return and duty return preparation for final review by the Head of Finance ahead of submission.\n, • Ensure all customs requirements are handled effectively and customs declarations made to HMRC.\n, • Ensure all Office for National Statistics surveys are completed.\n, • Provide all necessary information to external tax advisers to ensure timely preparation of year end statutory account tax disclosures and corporate tax computations for submission to HMRC.\n, • Maintain the lease register for the UK Group and ensure lease terms are adhered to for annual rent review purposes.\n, • Continually identify risks to delivery, propose solutions where necessary and effectively manage stakeholder expectations throughout.\nBusiness Partnering\n\n, • Review monthly and YTD site performance, applying strategic challenge to drive accountability, enhance decision making and improve financial outcomes.\n, • Identify, assess and manage risks and opportunities, partnering with stakeholders to drive proactive mitigation plans and maximise value creation.\nAd Hoc / Other\n\n, • Set targets and supervise and coach the management accounting team as appropriate.\n, • Support development initiatives for the ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central) to improve financial reporting.\nEssential\n\n, • Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).\n, • Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise.\n, • Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset.\nAttributes\n\n, • Strategic and commercially focused.\n, • Confident communicator with strong storytelling skills.\n, • Proactive, hands on and detail oriented.\nDesirable\n\n, • Experience in a multi-entity environment.\n, • Team leadership experience.\n

Job title: Associate Commercial Lead (two roles) Department: Finance Reporting to: Head of Commercial Location: Hybrid working – Birmingham office as necessary, typically 1 day per week Contract: Fixed-term contract for 24 months for a short-term project or piece of work Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: £42,000 per annum Grade: 12 This role is open to secondments, with salary to be discussed where secondment arrangements apply. The role: As an Associate Commercial Lead, you will support the delivery of commercial excellence across the Commission by managing commercial activity throughout the end-to-end commercial lifecycle. The role works collaboratively with stakeholders to develop commercial strategies, deliver procurements, manage supplier and contract performance, and ensure commercial decisions support organisational objectives, value for money and responsible stewardship of public funds. You will provide expert commercial advice, challenge and assurance to our business areas, helping stakeholders understand commercial opportunities, risks and obligations whilst driving continuous improvement in commercial practice. Our offer to you: - Civil Service Pension, with 28.97% employer contribution - 26 days’ holiday, rising to 29 days after two years’ service (pro rata) - Holiday purchase scheme (option to buy up to five extra days’ annual leave) - Flexible working & family friendly policies - Ergonomic, fully accessible office, very close to Birmingham New Street Station - Open, collaborative and people focused culture Your responsibilities: Commercial Strategy and Planning - Contribute to the development and implementation of our commercial strategy that supports organisational priorities and aligns with our functional standard. - Forecast and manage commercial requirements within assigned business areas. - Analyse market conditions, supplier capability, demand forecasts and organisational needs to inform commercial decisions. - Support the maintenance of the Commission's commercial pipeline to ensure sufficient planning and delivery timescales. - Identify opportunities to achieve efficiencies, savings and broader organisational value through commercial activity. Procurement and Sourcing - Lead and support end-to-end procurement activity using appropriate public sector routes to market. - Develop sourcing strategies that achieve value for money, compliance and organisational outcomes. - Work with stakeholders to define business requirements, evaluate options, and assess benefits and risks. - Conduct market engagement and supplier discussions. - Support negotiations with suppliers. - Ensure procurement activity complies with legislation, policy, governance and assurance requirements. Contract and Supplier Relationship Management - Act as the commercial lead for designated contracts and supplier relationships. - Support effective contract management through governance, performance monitoring, risk management and change control. - Develop constructive supplier relationships. - Support contract mobilisation, transition, renewal and exit planning activities. - Identify and escalate commercial risks, ensuring appropriate mitigations are in place throughout the contract lifecycle. Stakeholder Management and Commercial Advice - Build strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the Commission. - Provide professional commercial advice and challenge to support effective decision making. - Influence stakeholders to adopt commercially sound solutions that deliver organisational objectives. - Communicate complex commercial information clearly and concisely to a diverse audience. Commercial Governance, Risk and Capability - Apply commercial policies, procedures and governance requirements consistently. - Support commercial assurance activities and maintain accurate commercial records. - Uphold high standards of commercial ethics, integrity and transparency. What we’re looking for: Essential criteria (assessed at shortlisting and interview): - Excellent knowledge of public sector procurement principles and commercial governance gained through demonstrable experience in a procurement, commercial, contract management or supplier management role in the Public Sector. - Good understanding of end-to-end commercial lifecycle management. - Experience of delivering value for money through commercial activity, negotiation, procurement or contract management. - Ability to identify, assess and manage commercial risks. Your application: To apply for this position, please see the Gambling Commission careers website. The Gambling Commission have an anonymised recruitment process, so you should not attach a CV to your application. Instead, application questions will ask you to evidence how your personal skills, qualities and experience match the essential criteria for the role. In the event of a high volume of applications, we will prioritise candidates based on their strength in the Commercial Strategies & Planning capability, in the above Essential Criteria. The selection process for this vacancy will be comprised of a 10-minute presentation and an in-person interview. The discussion subject for your presentation will be shared when you are invited to interview. To prepare for your interview, please familiarise yourself with the STAR technique for answering interview questions. The closing date for this role is midnight on 2nd August 2026. Interviews are expected to be held week commencing 10th August 2026. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. About us: The Gambling Commission is the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing and regulating gambling activities in the United Kingdom

Employment PSL (Head of Knowledge) | National Law Firm - Birmingham | 8+ PQE | £90,000–£100,000 DOE | Hybrid & Flexible WorkingLooking to influence the future of Employment Law rather than just practise it?This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor or Professional Support Lawyer to step into a strategic leadership role with one of the UK's leading national law firms.As Head of the Employment Knowledge team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how legal knowledge, innovation and technology support a nationally recognised Employment practice. Rather than focusing solely on fee-earning, you'll work at the heart of the team, ensuring lawyers have access to market-leading resources, cutting-edge technology and the latest legal developments.If you enjoy sharing knowledge, mentoring others and driving innovation, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact while working alongside some of the UK's leading Employment specialists.THE ROLE:Working closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, you will:• Lead and develop the Employment Professional Support Lawyer team.• Shape the firm's knowledge strategy for its Employment practice.• Produce and maintain high-quality precedents, guidance notes and legal resources.• Keep the wider team ahead of legislative and case law developments.• Deliver engaging training sessions for colleagues and clients.• Support business development through thought leadership and technical content.• Champion legal technology, automation and innovation across the team.• Collaborate with innovation and knowledge specialists to enhance efficiency and client service.THE CANDIDATEYou'll be a qualified Solicitor with 8+ years' PQE and a strong background in Employment Law.Whether you're already an experienced Professional Support Lawyer or a senior Employment Solicitor looking to move into a knowledge-focused role, this firm is keen to hear from ambitious individuals who enjoy developing people and improving the way legal services are delivered.You'll also bring:• Excellent technical Employment Law expertise.• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking.• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities.• Experience creating legal know-how, precedents or delivering training.• A genuine enthusiasm for legal innovation and technology.• Immigration Law experience would be advantageous but isn't essential.Applications from candidates seeking flexible or part-time working arrangements are also welcomed.THE FIRMThis highly regarded national law firm is recognised not only for the quality of its legal work but also for its investment in innovation, technology and its people.The culture is collaborative, inclusive and forward-thinking, with genuine opportunities to influence the direction of the practice while enjoying an excellent work-life balance.This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible leadership role where your expertise will shape the success of both the Employment team and the wider business.WHAT'S ON OFFER?Alongside a competitive salary of £70,000–£100,000 DOE, you'll benefit from an excellent package including:• Hybrid and flexible working• Part-time options• Annual bonus scheme• Generous pension contributions• Five weeks' annual leave, with the option to buy or sell additional leave• Enhanced family leave• Life assurance and income protection• Employee Assistance Programme• Flexible benefits platform• Ongoing investment in learning, development and long-term career progressionHOW TO APPLY:Contact Cassie Huxtable at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Head of Digital Marketing & Ecommerce Salary: £60,000–£70,000 DOE Location; Birmingham, Hybrid We're looking for an experienced Head of Digital Marketing & Ecommerce to lead our digital growth strategy, optimise the online customer experience, and drive commercial performance across multiple ecommerce brands. Working closely with the Marketing Director, you'll play a key role in shaping digital strategy while leading the day-to-day delivery of marketing and ecommerce activity. You'll oversee website performance, customer acquisition, conversion optimisation, and digital trading, ensuring every channel delivers measurable results. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver digital marketing strategies across paid, owned and organic channels. Lead ecommerce operations, ensuring websites are optimised for performance, usability and conversion. Manage website content, merchandising, promotional campaigns and product launches. Drive continuous improvement through A/B testing, CRO initiatives and customer journey optimisation. Monitor website performance, identifying opportunities to increase traffic, engagement and online sales. Analyse digital marketing and ecommerce performance, producing regular reports and actionable insights. Manage digital marketing budgets and work closely with external agencies to maximise ROI. Oversee marketing technology, reporting tools and platform integrations to improve efficiency. Lead, coach and develop the Digital Marketing and Ecommerce teams, fostering collaboration and high performance. Work cross-functionally with commercial, product and technology teams to support business objectives and deliver successful campaigns. What You'll Bring Proven experience in a senior digital marketing and ecommerce role. Strong understanding of PPC, SEO, CRO, web analytics and ecommerce best practice. A commercial mindset with the ability to use data to drive decisions. Experience managing websites, digital campaigns and agency relationships. Excellent leadership, communication and project management skills. A proactive approach with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on delivery. What's on Offer £60,000–£70,000 DOE Hybrid working options (3 days a week in the office) Generous holiday allowance Employee discounts Ongoing learning and career development opportunities A collaborative, supportive culture where innovation is encouraged and success is celebrated If you're a data-driven digital leader who thrives on improving online performance and delivering commercial growth, we'd love to hear from you

Operations Manager / Business Unit Manager, Location: Dudley, West Midlands | Salary c£50-60k + Benefits \n Lead a Business Unit. Drive Commercial Performance. Deliver Operational Excellence. \n We are recruiting an Operations Manager / Business Unit Leader to take ownership of a growing industrial operation combining warehouse, logistics, compliance and customer fulfilment activities. This is a broad operational leadership role where you'll be responsible for both the day-to-day running of the operation and the continued development and performance of the business unit both commercially and operationally. \n Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll lead a practical, hands-on shop floor operation whilst driving commercial performance, operational excellence and continuous improvement. You'll be just as comfortable walking the shop floor, leading people and solving operational challenges as you are analysing business performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and helping shape the future direction of the business. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operational leader who enjoys taking ownership, making commercially sound decisions and delivering measurable improvements within a fast-paced industrial environment. \n The role: \n\n • Lead the day-to-day operation of the site, ensuring warehouse, logistics, compliance and customer fulfilment activities operate safely, efficiently and effectively.\n, • Take overall responsibility for business unit performance, driving operational efficiency, commercial performance and customer satisfaction.\n, • Analyse operational data, KPIs and business performance to identify trends and improvement opportunities.\n, • Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity, quality, service and profitability.\n, • Lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations, logistics, compliance, administration and customer delivery.\n, • Manage operational budgets, resources and cost control.\n, • Ensure high standards of Health & Safety, security, quality and operational compliance.\n, • Lead, coach and develop operational teams, creating a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.\n, • Work closely with senior leadership to support business planning, future growth and operational strategy.\n, • Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and external stakeholders.\n\n Candidate requirements: \n\n • Experience leading an operational business unit or site within an industrial, engineering, manufacturing, logistics or service environment.\n, • Strong commercial awareness with experience influencing operational performance and business outcomes.\n, • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational data and KPIs to support decision making.\n, • Experience managing operational budgets, cost control, resource planning and business unit commercial performance.\n, • Proven track record of delivering operational improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.\n, • Strong leadership skills with experience developing and motivating high-performing teams.\n, • Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Experience managing Health & Safety, operational compliance and governance.\n, • Comfortable balancing strategic thinking with a visible, hands-on leadership style.\n, • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.\n\n The role would suit candidates currently working as an Operations Manager, Business Unit Manager, General Manager, Site Manager, Head of Operations or similar operational leadership role within an industrial, engineering, manufacturing, logistics or operational environment. \n If you are an experienced Business Unit Manager / Operational Leader looking for a broad and hands-on management role with commercial responsibility, please apply. \n Smartsearch take your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the company for whom we are collecting job applications and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.

Commercial Property Solicitor/Head of Team – Black Country \n Join this leading firm as the Head of Commercial Property \n Our client is looking for a dynamic and experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to lead an established and thriving Commercial Property Team at its Black Country office. \n This is an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Legal Professional ready to take on a leadership role. You’ll oversee a high-quality caseload of commercial property matters while providing strategic direction and mentorship to the team. The firm is seeking someone with extensive experience across a broad spectrum of commercial property work, strong leadership skills and a client-first mindset. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Manage a diverse caseload of commercial property transactions\n, • Lead and supervise the Commercial Property Team\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients\n, • Contribute to the firm’s business development and growth initiatives\n\n On Offer: \n\n • A senior leadership role within a highly regarded regional law firm\n, • A collaborative and supportive working environment\n, • Full administrative support\n, • Genuine opportunities for career progression and involvement in firm-wide projects\n\n About You: \n You will have a minimum of 5 years’ PQE in commercial property law, proven leadership experience and a track record of delivering outstanding client service. Excellent communication, team management and organisational skills are essential. \n Apply \n If you’re ready to lead with confidence and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal Recruitment or apply online! \n #INDCATN

Birmingham | Hybrid Working 6-Month Interim ContractHays are delighted to be working in partnership with a large local authority to recruit an experienced Director to lead a significant programme of property-led regeneration, housing growth and transformation activity. \n This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for a commercially minded property and regeneration professional with a proven track record of delivering complex development programmes, driving organisational transformation and working successfully across both public and private sector partnerships. \n The Opportunity \n Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Place, Prosperity and Sustainability, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the Council's regeneration ambitions while supporting key property-oriented Improvement & Recovery Plan objectives.You will lead the transformation of the Council's approach to property, regeneration and development delivery, ensuring major projects are delivered at pace, within financial parameters and in line with the Council's strategic objectives.The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping a professional, commercially focused property, development and regeneration function capable of delivering and enabling significant development opportunities, housing growth, capital receipts and inclusive economic growth across the city. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the delivery of a property and housing development-led regeneration programme aligned to wider directorate and corporate objectives.\n, • Drive the Major Projects workstream, ensuring projects are delivered effectively whilst maximising investment opportunities.\n, • Take strategic ownership of key regeneration schemes.\n, • Support the delivery of the Council's asset disposal and capital receipts programme.\n, • Transform and integrate regen, housing development and project management functions into a commercially astute, high-performing service.\n, • Enhance partnerships working with internal and external stakeholders and develop strong relationships with developers, investors, funding bodies and strategic partners.\n, • Embed robust programme management, performance monitoring and risk management frameworks.\n, • Champion innovation, commercial thinking and continuous improvement across regeneration and development teams.\n, • Provide visible and inspirational leadership to multidisciplinary teams throughout a period of significant transformation.\n\n About YouWe are keen to speak with senior regeneration leaders who can demonstrate: \n\n • Extensive experience leading major regeneration, development and property portfolios.\n, • Strong knowledge of the full development life cycle including feasibility, land assembly, acquisitions, development appraisal, funding, planning, delivery and disposal.\n, • A proven track record delivering large-scale mixed-use regeneration and housing schemes.\n, • A demonstrable understanding of the complexity of dealing with a large asset base whilst leveraging this to deliver often competing priorities\n, • Experience influencing and managing complex stakeholder environments including elected members, senior executives, developers, investors and public sector partners.\n, • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance financial performance alongside social, environmental and community outcomes.\n, • Exceptional leadership, communication and negotiation skills.\n, • Experience driving transformational change and creating high-performing teams.\n, • The credibility and confidence to challenge constructively while building collaborative relationships.\n, • A proactive, delivery-focused approach combined with strong strategic thinking.\n\n Ideal Background \n This role would particularly suit candidates who have operated at Director, Assistant Director, Head of Regeneration, Head of Development, Head of Property, Development Director, Regeneration Director or Strategic Asset's leadership level within local government and in a core or large city environment. \n Experience delivering complex regeneration programmes involving large-scale housing growth, town and city centre regeneration, public-private partnerships, development vehicles, capital programmes and investment projects will be highly advantageous. \n If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV today, or contact us for a confidential conversation. \n 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

Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire\n \n Product Design Manager (UX)\n \n \n Job Title: Product Design Manager (UX) \n Location: London OR Nottingham - Hybrid \n Working Pattern: 3 days in-office (Tuesday-Thursday) and 2 days remote. \n \n Our Mission \n We’re on a mission to be a force for good in lending. Throughout our almost 30-year history, we’ve consistently been recognised as a great place to work; in 2026, Capital One was officially ranked 9th in the UK’s Best Workplaces™ list. Hear from our team about what it’s like working at Capital One UK. \n \n About the Role \n Product Design is a multi-disciplinary vertical comprising UX, UI and Content. Designers partner with Product and Engineering in cross-functional outcome teams. Each team owns its own roadmap, commercials and a customer-facing agenda. Our Designers work alongside tribe leadership, holding the reins of the product experience across our mobile app, web servicing and agent experience. \n \n What you’ll do \n\n • \n Lead part of our multi-disciplinary Product Design team (UX, UI and Copy), helping people develop lateral skills that elevate their practice whilst preserving quality in their craft. \n • \n Partner with Product Management, Engineering, Research and other design team members to apply strategic thinking to design effective, engaging end-to-end experiences that balance user needs, business goals and technological capabilities. \n • \n Drive end-to-end project delivery that aligns and advances cross-functional initiatives. \n • \n Effectively prioritise and deliver in your areas, while proactively supporting the wider team's success. \n • \n Use AI tools across the design process, from ideation through to shipping code \n • \n Be an active member of the Design Leadership team and champion a collaborative, customer-focused culture. \n\n The skills and experience you'll need \n\n • \n A strong leader who has navigated ambiguity in transformation environments and understands the commercial context of multi-disciplinary delivery teams. \n • \n An impressive portfolio showcasing a strong understanding of user experience, demonstrating craft, problem solving in end-to-end environments and use of relevant tools such as Figma. \n • \n Proven experience advocating for the customer and applying user insights to your thinking, alongside experience designing complex solutions for mobile and web. \n • \n The ability to communicate design solutions clearly and articulate the value of customer-centred design in product development. \n • \n Experience working with a design system and mobile technologies, with a deep understanding of mobile UX best practices and platform guidelines . \n • \n A natural collaborator who can build constructive relationships with key partners across Product and Engineering. \n • \n An advocate for inclusive design practices, ensuring our digital products meet accessibility standards and provide a seamless experience for customers of all abilities. \n\n \n It would also be beneficial (but not essential) if you had: \n\n • \n A Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate studies in HCI, Design, Computer Science or other related field. \n • \n Experience working in an Agile development process. \n • \n Project management experience, particularly in tooling such as JIRA and Confluence. \n\n \n Where and how you'll work \n This is a permanent position. The role can be based in Nottingham or London, but will require occasional travel to the other office because the UK Design team is distributed across both sites. \n We embrace a hybrid approach to work. You'll spend three days a week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with Monday and Friday being dedicated work-from-home days. \n Our offices are designed to inspire and support you. At our Nottingham head office, you'll find an on-site gym, restaurant and dedicated Learning Loft. Our London office boasts a rooftop running track and coffee bar. \n \n What’s in it for you \n We invest in the growth of our people alongside our business. You will have extensive opportunities to learn and develop your career, including access to up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications. \n In addition to career development, our comprehensive benefits package is designed to grow with you, ensuring your wellbeing is prioritised at every stage of your career: \n\n • \n Wealth & Future: Competitive pension and performance-based bonus schemes \n • \n Holidays: Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure. Need more? You have the option to buy 5 additional days. \n • \n Health: Access premium care through our private medical insurance. \n • \n Family Support: We champion your milestones with enhanced parental leave. \n\n \n A full list of our benefits is available here. \n \n What you should know about how we recruit \n We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it’s about what you do, not just what you say. That’s why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. \n We value diversity, inclusion and belonging at our core. We empower our associates to do great work by creating an inclusive culture—one that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration and encourages innovative ideas—and a place where associates of all backgrounds can thrive by bringing their most authentic selves to work. We call this our Culture of Belonging, and it rests at the heart of our business. \n Our associate-led Business Resource Groups were created to help support our diverse population and include over 10 groups across our offices. Because each Business Resource Group is as unique as the population it serves, they offer a range of activities, networking opportunities, special events and learning programmes to associates. \n \n Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace.\n \n \n If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact ukrecruitment@capitalone.com All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. \n\n \n \n \n \n For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com \n \n Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. \n \n Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). \n \n \n \n\n Who We Are\n \n \nAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.\n \n \nGuided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.\n

Head of Banking & Finance Solicitor | Birmingham | Partner / Legal Director Level \n Salary: Highly Competitive + Outstanding Benefits Package \n An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Banking & Finance Solicitor to lead and develop the Birmingham banking practice of a highly regarded national law firm. This strategic appointment offers the chance to head a successful team, work alongside nationally recognised specialists and play a key role in the continued growth of one of the firm's core commercial practice areas. \n THE ROLE: \n As Head of Banking & Finance, you will take responsibility for leading a busy and well-established practice advising an impressive client base of banks, alternative lenders, financial institutions, corporate borrowers, developers and investors. You will advise on a broad range of secured and unsecured lending transactions, acquisition finance, real estate finance, development finance, refinancing, asset-based lending and corporate banking matters. \n Working closely with colleagues across the firm's corporate, real estate, restructuring and insolvency teams, you will deliver commercially focused advice on complex, high-value transactions while driving the continued growth of the Birmingham practice. You will also play a pivotal role in developing client relationships, winning new work, mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the firm's wider national banking strategy. \n THE CANDIDATE: \n Applications are invited from ambitious Banking & Finance Solicitors with extensive experience gained within a leading regional, national or international law firm. You will possess excellent technical ability, strong commercial awareness and an established network within the Midlands market. Previous experience leading teams, developing client relationships and generating new business will be highly advantageous. \n This opportunity will suit an existing Partner or an ambitious Legal Director seeking a genuine route into a leadership role with the support and infrastructure of a successful national practice. \n THE FIRM: \n This award-winning national law firm continues to invest heavily in its Birmingham office and has established an enviable reputation for delivering first-class legal advice to businesses, financial institutions and public sector organisations throughout the UK. With an outstanding culture, genuine career progression opportunities and a collaborative approach to client service, the firm offers high-quality work without compromising on work-life balance. \n \n \n eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. PQE levels are provided as a guide and all applications will be considered on merit.

Business UnitVBU - TrakM8Job DescriptionJob PurposeThe Sales Director is a senior commercial leadership role responsible for driving new customer acquisition across the fleet telematics market. Leading a team of Business Development Managers (BDMs), this role is wholly focused on winning net new logo business — identifying, engaging and securing high-value fleet operators that align to Trakm8’s core customer profile of 500+ vehicles and £80k+ annual recurring revenue.Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Sales will own the new business pipeline from end to end: from market targeting and campaign alignment through to commercial negotiation and contract close. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role with direct accountability for the delivery of new customer revenue in line with Trakm8’s One Page Strategy Plan and annual growth targets.The successful candidate will bring proven new logo sales leadership experience in the fleet, telematics or adjacent technology markets, combining a hunter mindset with the capability to build, coach and elevate a high-performing sales team. They will also assume the overall sales leadership responsibilities currently being carried by the Chief Executive, enabling the business to operate with a dedicated, focused sales function for the first time.Key Responsibilities:New Logo AcquisitionOwn and deliver Trakm8’s new customer acquisition targets, including £240k+ ARR from new Key Accounts in 2026.Define and execute a targeted new business strategy focused on fleet operators with 500+ vehicles.Drive the team to convert qualified pipeline into contracted revenue, maintaining accountability for win rates and deal velocity.Lead senior commercial negotiations for high-value new business deals.Pipeline DevelopmentBuild and maintain a rolling new business pipeline — Q2 2026 target of +£1.5M in qualified pipeline added.Ensure disciplined CRM use for all pipeline management, forecasting and opportunity tracking.Provide accurate monthly and quarterly revenue forecasts to the CEO, with early escalation of risk.Collaborate with Marketing to align demand generation activity and lead conversion.Commercial & Strategic EngagementLead senior commercial negotiations for high-value new business dealsEngage at C-level with target prospects to build relationships and drive deal progressionRepresent Trakm8 at industry events and networks to generate leads and build profileSales Leadership & Team DevelopmentLead, manage and develop a team of BDMs, setting clear KPIs, targets and individual development plans.Establish a high-performance sales culture built on accountability, coaching and continuous improvement.Attract, retain and develop top sales talent; build capability and succession within the team.Act as a role model for Trakm8’s commercial values in every customer interaction and team conversation.Provide regular one-to-one coaching and pipeline reviews to support BDM performance and development.Market Intelligence & Go-to-MarketGather competitive insight and market intelligence to sharpen Trakm8’s positioning.Work with Product and Marketing to develop compelling propositions for Optimisation, ADAS and AI solutions.Feed prospect and market insights back into the business to influence the product roadmap and go-to-market strategy.Stay current on trends in fleet technology, ADAS, AI and EV fleets to position Trakm8 effectively.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Customer Success and Account Management to ensure seamless new account handover post-signature.Work with Professional Services to ensure new business commitments are scoped and deliverable.Skills / Experience / Competency Required:Significant B2B sales leadership experience, with at least 3–5 years in a player-manager or head of sales capacity.Proven track record of consistently achieving and exceeding new business revenue targets.Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing new business sales teams.Experience of selling complex, high-value solutions (£80k+ ARR) to enterprise or large commercial customers.Ability to develop and convert complex sales opportunities using a consultative approach.Strong pipeline management and CRM discipline; data-driven approach to forecasting and opportunity prioritisation.Excellent communication, questioning and stakeholder-management skills; confident and credible at C-level.Comfortable working in a scaling business environment where process and structure may be evolving.Comfortable working fully remotely and managing a remote team with a high degree of autonomy.Full UK driving licence (role requires travel to customer sites and industry events).Desirable Skills:Experience within fleet, telematics, mobility technology or adjacent SaaS/technology markets.Degree-level education in Business, Sales, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.Professional sales training (e.g. SPIN Selling, Challenger, MEDDIC, Consultative Selling).Experience with optimisation platforms, route planning solutions, or camera/ADAS technologies.Background in key account-style selling or enterprise consultative sales.Personal Attributes:A natural hunter leader — personally comfortable opening doors at senior levels and coaching others to do the same.Strategic thinker who can translate business strategy into sales execution and operate at both strategic and operational levels.Proactive, resilient and comfortable working in a target-driven, fast-paced environment.Curious and innovative, with a continuous improvement mindset.Strong planning, organisational and prioritisation skills; able to manage competing demands across team leadership and personal commercial activity.High integrity and a commitment to delivering excellent customer outcomes; leads with honesty in every commercial interaction.Energetic and motivating — able to inspire and sustain a high-performance culture within the team.Self-motivated, driven and capable of working independently within a remote environment.Our Values:We’re a close-knit team who care about each other, our customers and making a positive impact, our values drive who we are and the decisions we make:Caring & Committed – We show up for each other and deliver with dedicationMake a Difference – We create impact that mattersRelentless – We push forward until we succeedDo the Right Thing – We choose integrity every timeJoy of the Journey – We enjoy the ride and celebrate along the wayHealth & SafetyAs a Trakm8 Group employee, you have the following H&S responsibilities:To comply with the Group H&S policy and procedures;To take care of your own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or what you do not do);To co-operate with others on health and safety;To not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for your health, safety or welfare;To wear/use the correct Protective Equipment at all times;To follow the training you have received at all times.Information Security:As a Trakm8 Group employee, you have the following Information Security responsibilities:To follow the Group Information Security policies at all times;To ensure that passwords under your responsibility are kept confidential;To keep Group or Company information secure and confidential at all times;To inform your manager immediately if you detect, suspect or witness an incident that may be a breach of securityThis role requires screening in the below areas:ReferencesThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. 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\n Head of Tax\n Location: London or Birmingham \n Salary: £150,000 - £250,000 + benefits \n Ref: 62499 Corporate Tax Advisory Leader\n We are working with a dynamic and fast‑growing professional services firm seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Advisory leader to strengthen and shape its tax offering in either London or Birmingham. This is a key strategic hire at Partner level, offering the opportunity to take on a highly visible, market‑facing leadership role. \n With a well‑established national footprint and a diverse client base spanning owner‑managed businesses, large corporates, and a strong presence in the sports and entertainment sectors, the firm is now looking to enhance its advisory capability and leadership depth within Corporate Tax. The Role\n \n • Act as a market‑facing Corporate Tax specialist, building and deepening client relationships\n, • Lead the development of the firm's Corporate Tax advisory offering\n, • Drive growth across key areas including international tax, M&A, and sector‑specific advisory (particularly entertainment)\n, • Support the transition of the team from a compliance‑focused model to a more advisory‑led approach\n, • Collaborate with senior leadership to build out service lines and future strategy\n, • Mentor and develop a growing team, fostering capability and a high‑performance culture\n, • Contribute to business development and origination, both regionally and nationally\n The Team\n Current Corporate Tax team includes Managers, newly qualified professionals, and junior staff. Advisory capability currently sits with a small number of specialists, presenting a significant growth opportunity. The Candidate\n \n • Strong Corporate Tax advisory experience (firm background flexible)\n, • A commercial, client‑focused mindset with the ability to operate as a visible market leader\n, • Broad technical expertise across corporate tax, with exposure to areas such as international tax, deals/M&A, and owner‑managed businesses\n, • A passion for developing teams and building capability\n, • Proven ability to build relationships and win work\n, • The gravitas and leadership skills required to operate at a senior level within a growing firm\n Opportunity\n This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly influential role within a firm that is actively investing in its Corporate Tax capability. You will play a central role in shaping the future direction of the offering, working with an ambitious leadership team and engaging with high‑quality, complex client work. \n For a confidential conversation about this opportunity, please contact Graham at graham@prosero-search.co.uk \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Value Assurance LeadLocation: Birmingham/Hybrid/ Mobile WorkerBusiness Area: Enterprise Change & TransformationReports to: Head of Value & Programme GovernanceHelp Shape the Success of Transformation at CompassCompass Group UK & Ireland is embarking on a significant transformation journey, and we're looking for a Value Assurance Lead to ensure our programmes deliver measurable business outcomes and lasting operational value.This is a unique opportunity for an analytical, commercially minded professional who thrives on turning data into insight, validating change programmes, and influencing key deployment decisions. You'll play a pivotal role in assuring that process and technology improvements achieve their intended benefits before, during and after implementation.The RoleAs Value Assurance Lead, you'll be responsible for overseeing testing, validation, deployment assurance and post-implementation monitoring across a portfolio of transformation initiatives.Working closely with Change Leads, Process Improvement Leads and Deployment Managers, you'll ensure changes are thoroughly assessed before rollout and that operational performance, adoption, risk and business outcomes are continually measured and evaluated. You'll provide evidence-based recommendations to support deployment decisions and help ensure programmes deliver genuine value for the business.What You'll Be DoingValue Assurance & Deployment Readiness Lead the operation of controlled pilot and testing environments to validate process and technology improvements.Develop assurance frameworks and readiness assessments for deployment activities.Measure proposed changes against agreed success criteria, operational KPIs and business benefits.Produce evidence-based go/no-go recommendations for deployment decisions.Identify, assess and mitigate operational risks prior to rollout.Conduct post-implementation reviews and embed lessons learned into future improvements.Data & Performance Insight Lead the collection, validation and interpretation of operational and performance data.Develop dashboards, reporting packs and performance metrics that measure programme outcomes.Translate complex operational information into clear, actionable recommendations.Establish success measures and assurance indicators across improvement initiatives.Use trend analysis and operational insight to identify opportunities and risks to value realisation.Stakeholder Engagement Build trusted relationships with operational leaders, programme teams and senior stakeholders.Provide assurance guidance on deployment readiness and operational impact.Facilitate workshops, review sessions and feedback forums to validate outcomes.Influence decision-making through credible data, evidence and structured analysis.Escalate risks and assurance concerns in a clear and constructive manner.Governance & Continuous Improvement Ensure governance standards, testing controls and assurance processes are consistently applied.Support programmes in delivering the outcomes outlined in business cases and investment plans.Maintain clear documentation of testing outcomes, risks, recommendations and lessons learned.Champion a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-led decision making.About YouWe're looking for a highly analytical and collaborative professional with experience operating within transformation, operational improvement or programme environments.You'll bring:Experience in operational assurance, PMO, business improvement, deployment readiness or process validation roles.Strong experience working in data-led transformation or operational environments.Expertise in developing dashboards, reporting packs and performance metrics.The ability to analyse complex data and turn findings into practical business recommendations.Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging senior leaders.Experience supporting large-scale change, transformation or deployment programmes.Knowledge of governance, assurance and risk management frameworks.Desirable Experience managing pilot sites or controlled testing environments.Knowledge of Agile delivery, Lean or continuous improvement methodologies.Experience supporting technology deployments or systems implementations.Lean, Six Sigma, Agile or Project Management qualifications.MTM certification or experience in service-based operational environments.Why Compass?This is an opportunity to join a high-profile transformation team at the heart of Compass Group UK & Ireland's future growth. You'll work across multiple sectors, influence key investment and deployment decisions, and ensure transformation programmes deliver measurable operational and commercial value.If you're passionate about data-driven decision making, operational excellence and delivering demonstrable business outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help shape the future of transformation at Compass Group UK & Ireland.TPBN1_UKTJ

Your new company A public sector organisation is seeking an Interim Head of Procurement/Director of Procurement to support the function through an important period of change and improvement. Working with an established procurement team, you will focus on strengthening procurement processes, embedding best practice and supporting the delivery of key transformation initiatives. This is a 12-18-month contract based in Birmingham, with 2 days per week in the office. Your new roleAs Interim Head of Procurement, you will provide experienced leadership to the procurement function, ensuring continuity of service while driving targeted improvements across procurement and contract management activities. Key responsibilities will include: Leading and supporting an established procurement team Driving procurement improvement and transformation initiatives Strengthening contract management, governance and supplier performance Ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector regulations Supporting stakeholders across the organisation on procurement and commercial matters Delivering procurement activity, sourcing projects and value-for-money outcomes What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have: Experience operating at Head of Procurement or Senior Procurement Manager level within the public sector A track record of delivering procurement change, improvement or transformation programmes Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement frameworks Experience of contract management, governance and supplier relationship management Strong people leadership and stakeholder engagement skills A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to deliver improvements quickly What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package 12-18-month contract with the opportunity to lead meaningful procurement improvement Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the Birmingham office Opportunity to strengthen procurement capability and governance within a well-established team Supportive working environment with scope to make a tangible impact Apply now If you are an experienced public sector procurement leader with a background in transformation, governance, and contract management, this is an excellent opportunity to deliver meaningful improvements and add value during a key period of change. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 (url removed)

A growing contractor is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Director to lead and develop its regional pre-construction function in Birmingham following the award of a major long-term framework. This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone with a strong background in pre-construction, estimating, bids, commercial strategy and team leadership within the construction sector. The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the front-end process across a range of projects including building fabric, remediation, refurbishment and passive fire works. Key Responsibilities: Lead the regional pre-construction strategy Manage estimating, cost planning and tender submissions Oversee surveys, scopes of work and technical compliance Identify and mitigate commercial and programme risk Improve bid quality, win rates and client engagement Build and manage a high-performing pre-construction team Ensure smooth handover from pre-construction to operations Develop systems, processes and reporting structures Candidate Requirements: Proven experience as a Pre-Construction Director / Head of Pre-Construction / Bid Director / Estimating Director Strong construction background across main contracting, refurbishment or specialist works Excellent commercial awareness and pricing experience Experience leading teams and managing stakeholders at senior level Strong knowledge of tendering, procurement and project delivery processes Ability to drive growth and support regional expansion Package: £100k–£140k basic salary Up to 50% annual bonus Attractive benefits package Long-term secured pipeline of regional work This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious senior leader looking to take ownership of a growing regional function. For a confidential discussion, please apply or get in touch directly

This is an excellent opportunity for a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement operations within the public sector, ensuring compliance and efficiency. This role requires a strong understanding of procurement processes. Client Details The purpose of the organisation is to serve the public interest and support UK economic growth by upholding high standards of corporate governance, corporate reporting, audit and actuarial work. Description Implement procurement best practice to deliver high-quality, compliant and value-focused procurement services for the organisation. Manage a range of end-to-end procurement exercises, including the use of Framework Agreements and/or Find a Tender where applicable. Manage a portfolio of procurement and contract-related activity, including change control and Notices of Termination. Identify and deliver cost savings, process efficiencies and procurement improvements, including contributing to technology solutions that enhance team processes and reporting. Work with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, provide procurement advice and support effective delivery of procurement activity. Engage with external suppliers to obtain information, quotations, proposals and other procurement-related inputs. Maintain and report on data within the organisations Contracts Database, ensuring information supports effective management information reporting. Design, coordinate and manage tender processes, including preparing tender documents, capturing expressions of interest, managing Q&A, developing evaluation criteria and methodology, and communicating outcomes. Support the Head of Procurement & Contracts in delivering the strategic objectives of the procurement function. Share knowledge and good practice across the procurement team to support consistency, learning and continuous improvement. Undertake other procurement, commercial or contract-related activities that are appropriate to the role, skills and level of responsibility. Manage procurement and contract-related activity across the role's portfolio. Profile A successful Procurement Manager should have: Strong experience of end-to-end procurement activity, including reviewing applicable terms and conditions and supporting compliant commercial decision-making. Sound knowledge and experience of public sector procurement, including pre-market engagement, sourcing, contract management and supplier management. Good understanding of the professional, legal and regulatory environment in which the procurement function operates, including PCR15 and PA23. Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders, with a strong customer-service ethos. Ability to apply procurement requirements in a practical and proportionate way, using sound judgement to support effective outcomes. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and apply sound judgement. Ability to manage workload effectively. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to review information accurately and identify issues that may require further consideration. Excellent IT, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain procurement requirements clearly to a range of audiences. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £52,400 per annum. 30 days annual leave, ability to buy extra leave. Generous employer pension contribution of 10%. Staff Employee Assistance Programme including confidential counselling and work life services. The opportunity to save at least 25% on the purchase of a new bike through the Cycle to work scheme.If you are an experienced Procurement Manager seeking an exciting role in Birmingham within the public sector, we encourage you to apply today

Job description About FM Serv Ltd FM Serv is a leading provider of mobile technical services and facilities management solutions based in Warwickshire and serving clients across the UK. Established in 2018, we provide a 'one stop shop' for all commercial property development and reactive maintenance. FM Serv offers a nationwide commercial property maintenance service, including 24 hour emergency call-outs and other small works. Due to continual year on year growth, as of 2025 we employ over 70 employees across the UK and are expanding. Job Description Multi Trade Floorer Location: Mobile – Midlands Team Perform a wide range of tasks, including repairs, maintenance, and installations. Conduct general property maintenance and reactive repairs for commercial and residential properties. Diagnose faults and implement effective solutions using analytical skills. Ensure high standards of workmanship and customer service in all projects. Conduct property MOTs and void works as required. Perform heavy lifting when necessary. What we offer you FMServ are a national medium sized, established Facilities Management company. Our processes have been designed to make life easier for our field engineers who are fully supported from our head office based within Warwickshire. Our professional, flexible approach have won us clients such as the NHS, Virgin Media, Barclays and others. As we continue to grow we can offer continual development, good career prospects should you be seeking progression, reliable work with fully vetted clients, and a dependable dedicated team supporting you with your day-to-day workload. Responsibilities The Multi Trade Floorer will be carrying out: Execute a wide range of flooring tasks, including intricate maintenance work, custom installations, and repairs Conduct comprehensive property maintenance and reactive repairs for both commercial and residential properties Perform detailed property assessments, including MOTs and void works Implement planned preventative maintenance (PPM) strategies Respond to emergency call-outs, providing swift and effective solutions Collaborate with other trades to complete multi-faceted projects Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations Qualifications / Experience To be successful in the Multi Trade Floorer role you must have: NVQ Level 2 (Ideally Level 3) in relevant industry At least 3 years' experience in flooring in commercial properties Full UK Driving Licence Attributes and Qualities Confident and professional demeanour Good customer service skills Proactive approach Good level of written and oral communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Able to meet deadlines Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards Benefits and what’s provided 40h per week (Monday – Friday) Overtime (optional) Potential weekend working (optional) Some travel 20 Days holiday Company pension Company vehicle Fuel card Mobile phone Uniform PPE Specialised tools (Must have own hand and power tools)

Head of Operations – Tyre Wholesale Distribution Location: Birmingham (Head Office) Regular Travel Required: Bury St Edmunds and Falkirk Distribution Sites Reports To: Managing Director Direct Reports: Site Managers, Warehouse Managers, Transport Manager, Inventory & Operations Teams Role Overview Our client is a leading tyre wholesaler supplying independent retailers, fast-fit centres, fleet operators and trade customers across the UK. They are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Head of Operations to lead and optimise operations across their Birmingham headquarters and distribution centres in Bury St Edmunds and Falkirk. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering operational excellence across warehousing, logistics, inventory management, customer fulfilment, health & safety, and workforce leadership. This role will drive efficiency, service performance and scalability whilst supporting the company's continued growth strategy. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across all operational functions, lead the day-to-day management of warehousing, inventory control, transport and distribution activities, develop and implement operational strategies that support business growth and profitability, standardise processes across all locations to ensure consistency and best practice, establish and monitor operational KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives. Logistics & Distribution Ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery operations across the UK, optimise route planning, fleet utilisation and third-party logistics partnerships, drive improvements in delivery performance, customer service levels and operating costs, identify opportunities to improve distribution networks and warehouse efficiency. Warehouse & Inventory Management Maintain optimum inventory levels across all sites, implement robust stock control procedures to minimise losses and discrepancies, ensure accurate forecasting, stock replenishment and inventory reporting, improve warehouse layout, productivity and space utilisation. Commercial Performance Work closely with the sales and purchasing teams to align operational capabilities with customer demand, support margin improvement through operational efficiencies and cost control, develop operational budgets and manage expenditure effectively, provide regular reporting and recommendations to the senior leadership team. Health, Safety & Compliance Champion a strong health and safety culture across all sites, ensure full compliance with statutory, industry and company regulations, lead risk assessments, audits and corrective action programmes, maintain operational standards that support customer and supplier requirements. People Leadership Lead, mentor and develop site management teams, drive a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement, support recruitment, succession planning and employee development initiatives, promote effective communication and collaboration across all locations. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and technology, lead operational projects, site developments and change management initiatives, introduce lean working practices and performance improvement methodologies, utilise operational data and analytics to support decision-making. Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in a senior operations leadership role within wholesale, distribution, logistics or supply chain environments, strong multi-site management experience, demonstrable success leading warehousing and distribution operations, excellent understanding of inventory management and stock control, strong commercial awareness with experience delivering operational efficiencies, experience of managing large teams through site management structures, excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, strong stakeholder management and communication abilities, full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly. Desirable Experience within the tyre, automotive aftermarket, wholesale distribution or related sectors, knowledge of fleet management and transport compliance, experience implementing WMS, ERP or operational technology solutions, Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement qualifications. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership style, results-oriented and highly accountable, strong commercial and operational judgement, resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment, excellent people leader capable of inspiring high-performing teams, passionate about customer service and operational excellence. Package Competitive Executive Salary, Performance-Based Bonus, Company Car or Car Allowance, Pension Scheme, Private Healthcare, Mobile Phone and Laptop, Career Development Opportunities. Success Measures Within the first 12 months, the Head of Operations will be expected to improve OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery performance, reduce operational costs through efficiency initiatives, increase warehouse productivity across all sites, improve stock accuracy and inventory management, strengthen health & safety compliance and workplace standards, and develop a consistent operational framework across Birmingham, Bury St Edmunds and Falkirk. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious operational leader to play a key role in shaping the future growth and performance of a successful UK tyre wholesale business

Mechanical Craftsperson / Plumber Location: Birmingham Pay: £18.46 - £20.51 per hour PAYE DOE Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 Start Date: ASAP Contract: Temp to Perm Duration: Until Sunday 14th February 2027 Fusion People are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Craftsperson / Plumber to support our esteemed client within a busy healthcare estate in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled plumbing professional with strong experience in water systems maintenance, testing, planned preventative maintenance and compliance work. The successful candidate will mainly be based at an acute hospital site, with potential duties across additional healthcare estate locations when required. Key Duties: Carrying out planned preventative maintenance, testing and breakdown maintenance on water systems Completing temperature monitoring, shower head cleaning and disinfection TMV checks, servicing and maintenance Tap removal and installation Buffer vessel blowdowns Supporting water hygiene and Legionella control activities Carrying out assessments and planning of works Ensuring infection control compliance at all times Safe isolation of systems where required Working from drawings, specifications and instructions without supervision Maintaining accurate records, logbooks and compliance documentation Using Maximo or similar systems to record work activity Responding to emergency maintenance requirements when needed Ensuring all work is completed in line with health & safety, statutory regulations and site procedures Requirements: NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 in Heating, Ventilation, Plumbing or equivalent Strong experience working on commercial or healthcare water systems Good understanding of ACoP L8 and HTM 04-01 Legionella, TMV and disinfection awareness/training EUSR Water Hygiene Certificate - essential Previous healthcare environment experience would be highly desirable Ability to work independently and as part of a wider maintenance team Strong attention to detail with compliance and record keeping PPE Required: Hi-vis Gloves Safety boots This role would suit an experienced plumber, maintenance plumber, water hygiene technician or mechanical craftsperson who has worked within hospitals, healthcare estates, facilities management or large commercial environments. Please apply to the role via the job board and I will get back to you shortly once I got your CV. --- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website

ElectricianEnjoy a permanent Electrician role with a company van, fuel card, overtime and on-call payments included. Join a well-established maintenance contractor working across residential and commercial properties from a base near Preston Brook.This is a varied role where you'll respond to electrical faults, breakdowns and urgent repair requests. With Monday to Friday hours, ongoing training and additional earning potential through overtime and callout work, this is a great opportunity for an experienced electrician looking for a stable permanent position.I'd love to see CVs from anyone who has worked as an Electrician , Maintenance Electrician, Breakdown Electrician, Electrical Engineer or Reactive Repairs Electrician.As an Electrician, you will be:Responding to reactive maintenance calls and electrical breakdownsDiagnosing faults and completing repairs across residential and commercial propertiesCarrying out first and second fix works, including replacing wiring, accessories, components and consumer unitsCompleting emergency and priority repairs within agreed response timesTaking part in an evening and weekend on-call rotaCompleting job cards, worksheets and reports accuratelyIdentifying and reporting additional remedial worksManaging van stock and organising your daily workloadWorking in line with RAMS, CDM 2015 and site safety proceduresCommunicating professionally with tenants, clients, site managers and other tradesI'd love to speak to anyone who has:NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalentCurrent 18th Edition Wiring RegulationsStrong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic experiencePrevious experience in reactive or breakdown maintenanceA valid ECS or CSCS card, with Gold Card preferredA full UK driving licenceThe ability to manage their own workload and work calmly under pressureA willingness to participate in an on-call rotaThe role is offering the following benefits:Company van and fuel cardOvertime and on-call allowanceCompany pension schemeAdditional annual leave entitlementRetail discounts and savings platformEmployee wellbeing support, including EAP and Digital GP accessPaid volunteering opportunitiesEmployee referral programmeOngoing training and career developmentCompany eventsSupportive and professional working environmentThis role is offering a salary of around £36,000 to £42,000 per annum , depending on experience, plus overtime and on-call allowance.Location & travelThis Electrician role is based from a head office near Preston Brook, with travel to residential and commercial sites from either home or the office as required. Standard working hours are 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, with participation in a scheduled out-of-hours rota.If this Electrician role sounds like the right fit for you, apply now or contact Paris on 07451262464 to find out more.Paris07451262464TPBN1_UKTJ

As one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, we have a rich history of loving our customers and looking after our teams.We understand that success is achieved through our people, and we are searching for a Senior Loyalty Manager to join our growing business.Purpose of the role:The Senior Loyalty Manager is accountable for defining and leading Iceland Foods online loyalty strategy, driving customer retention, frequency and lifetime value. This role owns the end-to-end online loyalty proposition, ensuring it delivers tangible commercial growth, deepens customer relationships and differentiates Icelands online offer in a highly competitive grocery market.Key Responsibilities: Online Loyalty Strategy & Proposition Define and own the online loyalty vision and roadmap for IcelandLead the evolution of the loyalty propositionEnsure the loyalty offer is distinctive and commercially viableTranslate business strategy into clear loyalty prioritiesCommercial Ownership & Performance Own loyalty performance including retention, frequency and CLVManage loyalty business cases and forecastingIdentify incremental revenue and margin opportunitiesOptimise programme economics through test-and-learnEcommerce & Customer Experience Embed loyalty across online customer journeysWork with CRO, UX and product teamsUse loyalty to support wider ecommerce growth initiativesData, Insight & Personalisation Leverage first-party data for segmentation and targetingPartner with CRM and insight teamsChampion experimentation and data-led decisionsCross-Functional Leadership Act as the senior loyalty lead across the businessInfluence senior stakeholdersManage technology partners and suppliersSkills & Experience Essential Extensive experience managing a loyalty proposition.Strong commercial and analytical capabilityDeep understanding of ecommerce customer journeysExperience influencing senior stakeholdersDesirable Grocery or FMCG ecommerce experienceExperience launching or transforming loyalty programmesKnowledge of CRM and loyalty platformsWhat Success Looks Like Improved customer retention, frequency and lifetime value across online and instore.Clear commercial ROI from loyalty initiativesLoyalty embedded across the customer journeyStrong internal alignment around loyalty as a growth leverBenefits and rewards:?? Best Place to Work 2026?? Supportive and collaborative team?? Healthcare and cash back plans?? 15% discount in our stores and 30% discount in our group restaurants??? Partner discounts?? Subsidised on site restaurant and Costa (Head Office)???? Mental, physical and financial wellbeing supportTPBN1_UKTJ

Role: Pricing Analyst Salary: up to £38,487 Location: Remote with occasional travel to Head Office in Chandlers Ford Do you enjoy uncovering insights from data and turning them into decisions that drive business performance? Are you excited by the challenge of balancing customer value, market competitiveness, regulatory requirements and profitability in a fast moving energy environment? About us We are the UK's leading Pay-As-You-Go energy supplier, our values fairness, innovation, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. We believe energy should be accessible, transparent, and smart, empowering customers to take control of their usage and costs. Our pioneering smart metering technology and customer-first approach have helped us build a loyal customer base while driving positive change in the energy sector. The Role As a Pricing Analyst, you'll play a key role in shaping the products, pricing strategies and commercial decision that drive our business forward. Working across our energy portfolio, you'll be responsible for developing and managing tariffs, balancing projected costs, market conditions, risk exposure and profitability to ensure we deliver competitive, compliant and commercially successful products. Using data, market insights and industry knowledge, you'll generate analysis that informs business decisions and identifies new market opportunities. You'll monitor competitor activity, evaluate market trends and provide recommendations that help balance customer value, commercial performance and regulatory requirements. Beyond pricing analysis, you'll lead and support a range of pricing projects aimed at improving efficiency, enhancing pricing processes and strengthening the tools and methodologies used across the team. Working closely with stakeholders throughout the business, you'll help maintain robust tariff management procedures, support the delivery of pricing solutions and contribute to the ongoing development of our services. What We're Looking For We're looking for a commercially minded analyst who enjoys turning complex data into meaningful insights and business decisions. You'll be naturally curious, analytical and comfortable working with large datasets, using data to identify trends, solve problems and influence commercial outcomes. You'll have experience within a pricing, commercial analysis, revenue, forecasting or similar analytical role, with a strong understanding of how data can be used to balance customer value, commercial performance and business objectives. Experience working within the energy sector would be highly advantageous, however we'll also consider candidates from wider utility and regulated industries, including water, electricity suppliers, energy brokers or renewable energy. Strong Excel skills are essential, and experience with tools such as SQL, VBA or other data analysis platforms would be beneficial. You'll be confident communicating complex information to a variety of stakeholders, building relationships across business and presenting recommendations that support informed decision making. Most importantly, you'll bring a proactive approach, a passion for continuous improvement and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment. The Important Things! (FYI Benefits available from your first day!) Bonus Scheme - made up of a business element and demonstrating our three core values, Smart, Fairness and Sustainability. Skills Development - we want our staff to build up and grow their careers with us. To help with this we offer training to help you achieve your goals. Giveaways! - we run regular competitions to win tickets to shows across the country at our sponsored arenas, which include Cardiff, Sheffield, Newcastle and Birmingham! As well as access to tickets at various sporting arenas in the UK, including cricket at the Utilita Bowl! Time off - we all need time to recharge our batteries. Our staff have 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays to help make this happen. Wellbeing App - your wellbeing is very important to us, we provide access to you and one other to our partnered Unmind App, where you can watch or listen to videos and podcasts or get hints and tips to understand and improve on your mental wellbeing. Health care scheme - we know taking care of yourself costs. So, we partner with BHSF on a cashback scheme that provides money back on services such as dental, eye care and treatments including MRI scans and diagnostics health consultations. This can also be enhanced to cover your partner and children. Employee Assistance Programme - giving you access to a dedicated GP line making a GP appointment quicker, counselling support, legal and financial advice 24/7 365 days a year. Exclusive packages - we have access to a range of discounted offers for home Sky TV and broadband packages. Giving back - we offer all our staff a paid volunteering day every year to give back to the community. Plus, the chance to be involved in various fund-raising opportunities. Death in service - we pay twice your annual salary to your designated next of kin, so they don't have to worry about costs at such a distressing time. Pension - Saving for retirement is essential; we contribute 4% of your salary when you contribute 5%. The Luxion Group comprises of the following companies - Luxion Group Ltd, Utilita Energy Ltd, Luxion Sales Ltd, Utilita Field Services Ltd, Procode Technology Ltd and Canary Care Global Ltd

M&E Commercial Manager required, Our client a leading Mechanical & Electrical contractor delivering major projects across the UK are looking for a M&E commercial manager due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they looking to appoint an experienced M&E Commercial Manager to lead their commercial team from the Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading contractor delivering high-profile projects across the commercial, healthcare, education, residential, data centre and industrial sectors. The Role Reporting directly to the Head of Commercial, you will take full responsibility for leading the commercial function across multiple M&E projects, ensuring commercial success from pre-construction through to final account. You will manage and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors while driving commercial performance, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring robust contractual and financial management throughout every stage of the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial staff. Oversee project budgets, cost reporting and CVR production. Produce accurate cash flow forecasts and revenue reports. Manage commercial risk across multiple live projects. Support and attend client commercial meetings. Negotiate and manage subcontract packages. Ensure compliance with JCT and NEC contracts. Drive best practice across the commercial department. Provide leadership, mentoring and development for your team. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders. Support financial reporting and commercial strategy alongside senior management. What We’re Looking For Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role. Previous experience within the M&E or Building Services sector. Strong knowledge of JCT Design & Build and NEC contracts. Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge. Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. What’s On Offer Competitive salary of £100,000 - £120,000 Company car or generous car allowance Annual performance bonus Pension scheme Private healthcare Life assurance Excellent career progression within a rapidly growing business Ongoing professional development and support Opportunity to work on landmark M&E projects across the Midlands and UK If you’re an ambitious M&E Commercial Manager looking to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing M&E contractors, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply or contact Brookfield M&E to discuss in more detail

Head of Sales Salary: £50k-£55k plus commission, vehicle can be provided or allowance with fuel card for business mileage Location: Hybrid flexibility on location, ideally somewhere with excellent transport links with a fortnightly HO visit The Opportunity My East Midlands based client is a long-established holder of SIA approved contractor status, providing a wide range of manned security and other business services on a nationwide basis in sectors such as corporate, retail, educational and logistics/distribution. Their service offering includes static guarding, keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring and K9 security. I am currently working in partnership with them to appoint an experienced sales professional into their Head of Sales role. Candidates must have a proven track record and a stable sales career history in the manned security sector and who are looking for a project to build a team and grow the business by £10 million in revenue over 3-4 years. The Head of Sales will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities to support the company’s commercial growth objectives. The role focuses on building strong client relationships, generating revenue, increasing market presence, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Targeting contracts in the £5m-£10m bracket across the country in sectors such as construction, local government authorities from schools to NHS, FM Management companies, Ports, Airports, Estate agents, Oil refineries, Car industry, Banks, Pharmaceutical etc Sales opportunities are currently generated from tenders, research from industry sectors for leads, external lead generation company for calls and meetings, organic growth within existing clients. The current sales team comprises of a BDM (who the role holder will manage), a Tender specialist and a FM Coordinator Responsibilities of the role Devise and project management a sales department strategy for the required growth levels Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target sectors and markets Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients Generate leads through networking, referrals, market research, and business development activities Arrange and attend client meetings, presentations, and site visits Promote the company’s service and maintain professional representation of the business at all times Build and maintain strong working relationships with new and existing clients Understand client requirements and provide commercially suitable solutions Maintain regular communication with clients to support long – term business relationships Support client retention and account growth opportunities Prepare quotations, proposals, tenders, and presentations Negotiate commercial terms and agreements within authorised limits Work towards agreed sales targets, KPIs, and revenue objectives Maintain accurate records of opportunities, activity, and sales forecasting Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments Identify opportunities for growth, improvement, and expansion Provide feedback and commercial insight to senior management Work closely with operational teams to ensure successful mobilisation and service delivery Liaise with internal departments including HR, Finance, Operations, and Compliance where required Support continuous improvement initiatives across the business Maintain accurate CRM records and reporting Produce regular business development activity reports * Ensure all proposals and documentation are completed accurately and professionally Required skills and Personal attributes Previous experience in business development, sales, or account management within the security industry or a related sector Proven ability to generate and convert new business opportunities Commercial awareness and negotiation skills Possess existing industry contacts/client network with the ability to also to build/ maintain new professional client relationships Strong organisational, time management, problem solving, planning and time management skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent CRM system and presentational skills Strong communication, influencing and relationship building skills Customer focused with a results driven approach Tender writing or proposal management experience Full UK driving licence We do try to reply to each application personally, however as you can appreciate, we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle and it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest. Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers

Head of Service - Older People Commissioning Local Authority | Birmingham (3 days per week on-site) £450-£600 per day (Inside IR35) 6-9 Month Interim Contract A Midlands-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Head of Service for Older People Commissioning to provide strategic leadership across adult social care commissioning services, with a particular focus on care homes, residential care and domiciliary care provision.This is a key interim leadership role within a high-profile transformation programme and would suit an established commissioning leader with strong partnership, commercial and operational experience. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic commissioning and contract management of older people's services. Drive market development and sustainability across residential, nursing and domiciliary care services. Support service transformation and deliver improved outcomes for residents. Build effective relationships with providers, health partners and senior stakeholders. Ensure commissioning activity delivers value for money and aligns with statutory duties. Provide leadership across associated operational functions, including financial services and customer charging processes.Essential Experience Significant senior-level commissioning experience within Adult Social Care. Proven leadership of older people's commissioning services, including care homes and home care markets. Strong understanding of local authority commissioning, procurement and contract management. Experience managing or overseeing financial operations such as: client financial assessments and charging; income collection; appointeeship and deputyship services; financial safeguarding processes. Experience operating at Head of Service or Assistant Director level within a Local Authority setting. Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and political environments.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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 (url removed)