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Job Title: Project Co-ordinatorLocation: Macclesfield (Hybrid office and home working)Employment Type: Full Time | 37.5 hours per weekAll applicants must have the right to work in the UK, we cannot provide sponsorship unfortunately.About the RoleOur client is a well-established IT Managed Services provider, delivering managed IT, cloud and security services to clients across the UK & Europe. They operate a security-first culture and work across a broad technology stack including Dell, Cisco, Citrix and Microsoft. The Project Co-ordinator will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of projects by coordinating activities, managing documentation and ensuring effective communication between internal teams, customers and third parties.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the planning, coordination and delivery of multiple concurrent projectsMaintain and update project plans, schedules and trackersCoordinate internal resources and third-party vendors to ensure timely task completionOrganise and document project meetings, including agendas, minutes and action trackingMonitor project progress and highlight risks, issues and dependenciesEnsure all project documentation is accurate, up to date and stored correctlyAssist with change management processes in a procedurally compliant mannerSupport project reporting including status updates, milestone reports, RAID logs and performance metricsLiaise with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure clear and consistent communicationSupport financial tracking of projects (POs, timesheets, cost tracking where required)Contribute to process improvements within the PMDEssential Skills & Experience2-3 years' experience in a IT project coordination, administrative or delivery support roleStrong organisational and time management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectivelyConfident coordinating between suppliers, customers and internal teamsHigh attention to detail and accuracy in documentationExperience with project management tools (MS Project, Jira or similar)Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environmentDesirable SkillsExperience within an IT services or managed services environmentUnderstanding of project management methodologies (PRINCE2, Agile)Knowledge of IT infrastructure or cloud technologiesFamiliarity with ITIL frameworkProject management certification (PRINCE2 Foundation, Agile or equivalent)Experience working with ISO9001 and ISO27001 standards within a projects environmentBenefitsUp to £40,000 DOE25 days annual leave + bank holidaysContributory pension scheme, tiered contributions rising to 10% with length of serviceCompany sick payTailored personal development plans and trainingFree parking and electric car charging facilities at UK head officeTPBN1_UKTJ

Are you ready to set the global standard for construction safety that safeguards individuals and keeps life‑changing medicines moving? This is a chance to shape how we build the next generation of advanced manufacturing and R&D facilities that bring therapies to patients faster and more reliably. AstraZeneca has a large and exciting portfolio of capital investments across our manufacturing network and our Global Engineering team is leading the delivery of these projects. Working with the Head of Capital Projects, you will lead construction health and safety strategy and performance across a diverse, multinational capital portfolio. You will partner with Global Engineering Project Delivery teams, Global Operations Safety Health and Environment (SHE), Procurement, Site Leadership and our design and construction partners to embed safe‑by‑design thinking and provide construction SHE leadership from concept through handover. You will create the framework, capability and culture that enable our projects to deliver safely, compliantly and at pace—so patients receive the medicines they need without disruption. • Strategy and Governance: Lead the global construction health and safety strategy across the capital portfolio, aligning with corporate Safety, Health & Environment expectations and business objectives to protect people and ensure continuity., • Standards and Critical Risk Control: Develop and maintain global standards for high‑risk work, contractor management, assurance and incident management; drive consistent control of activities such as work at height, lifting operations, excavation, electrical safety, temporary works, confined space entry, hot work, traffic management and permit‑to‑work., • Safe‑by‑Design Integration: Partner with engineering and project teams to eliminate or reduce risk early through concept and design decisions, planning and procurement., • Contractor Safety Excellence: Set clear expectations for prequalification, selection support, onboarding, performance monitoring and intervention; improve on contractor safety performance worldwide., • Assurance and Continuous Improvement: Lead or oversee audits, inspections, maturity assessments and management reviews; use leading and lagging indicators, trends and lessons learned to improve controls and outcomes., • Incident Response and Learning: Provide timely, calm and measured escalation for incidents that happen. If necessary, provide support and guidance for project teams dealing with incidents. Lead serious incident reviews and investigations to root cause; ensure corrective actions are effective and learning is shared across regions and projects., • Leadership and Influence: Coach senior leaders and project teams to demonstrate visible safety leadership, make risk‑based decisions and own construction safety outcomes., • Capability and Team Development: Recruit, develop and deploy a diverse group of construction safety professionals; define capability needs, build succession and enable consistent ways of working., • Regulatory Compliance and Pragmatic Risk Management: Ensure compliance across jurisdictions while maintaining a globally consistent, risk‑based approach that works in the field., • Portfolio Oversight and Issue Management: Represent construction safety in governance forums and project evaluations; provide clear recommendations and raise concerns when standards are not met., • Emergency Preparedness: Contribute to planning and response for major construction projects and significant events., • Degree or equivalent experience in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field., • A recognised advanced health and safety qualification such as NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent international certification., • Significant experience in construction health and safety leadership, typically gained over 10 or more years, within large, complex, and multinational project environments., • Demonstrated success leading health and safety across major capital projects in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, industrial, process, or similarly regulated and high‑hazard environments., • Strong experience in contractor health and safety management, including prequalification, mobilisation, governance, performance management, and assurance., • Deep practical knowledge of high‑risk construction activities and critical control management, including work at height, lifting operations, excavation, electrical safety, temporary works, confined space entry, and permit‑to‑work systems., • Experience in developing and implementing global standards, governance frameworks, and assurance programmes for construction safety., • Demonstrated capability in incident investigation, root cause analysis, audit and inspection, and corrective action management., • Experience working in a highly regulated environment where quality, compliance, and operational continuity are critical., • Strong experience engaging and influencing senior leaders, project directors, engineering leaders, site leadership teams, procurement, and external contractors., • Experience recruiting, leading, and developing multidisciplinary or geographically dispersed health and safety teams, with the ability to build capability and align resources to business and project priorities., • Chartered, certified, or equivalent professional accreditation with a recognised professional body, such as Chartered Member IOSH, Certified Safety Professional, Senior Certified Safety Engineer, ChOHSP or equivalents that demonstrate comparable technical depth, professional credibility, and relevance to construction health and safety leadership., • Additional training or certification in areas such as ISO 45001 auditing, process safety, human and organisational performance, behavioural safety., • Experience within a global pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or life sciences organisation., • Experience supporting projects across the full lifecycle, from concept and design through construction, commissioning, qualification, and operational handover., • Experience in owner‑side construction governance within a large corporate environment, in addition to any contractor‑side background., • Experience working across multiple regions and jurisdictions, including EMEA, US, APAC, and other international settings., • Familiarity with integrating construction health and safety with broader EHS, quality, engineering, and operational excellence frameworks., • Experience contributing to sustainability, wellbeing, and broader ESG‑related considerations in project delivery., • Experience building or leading a global construction safety function or centre of expertise, including organisational design, talent development, and capability building across a capital project portfolio. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life‑changing medicines. In‑person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. Here you will help turn scientific breakthroughs into facilities and systems that deliver medicines at speed and scale, working with innovative design, digital tools and lean methods to remove risk before it reaches the site. You will collaborate across borders with specialists in engineering, science and delivery who value kindness alongside ambition, and who rally around a clear purpose to improve patients’ lives while advancing sustainability. Expect global scope, the chance to build a lasting safety capability, and the empowerment to make high‑consequence decisions that keep our people safe and our supply reliable. Step in to lead a global safety agenda that protects people and accelerates how the world’s medicines are built—make your impact today! Date Posted: 13-Jul-2026 Closing Date: 26-Jul-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form. #J-18808-Ljbffr

As part of the next phase of the company's evolution, they are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded. We are looking for an experienced demand planning leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is excited by the challenge of building something new. Support the implementatio

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a local authority as Head of Financial Planning & Business Partnering. Head of Financial Planning & Business Partnering. Support the closure of accounts process and contribute to the delivery of the annual fin

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Financial Planning to lead financial planning, forecasting, management reporting, and business partnering activities within a large, complex organisation. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this senior leadership role will play a c

Head of FP&A – UK & MENA and LMAL About the Role A Leading Insurance Company is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis for our UK & MENA operations and the LMAL entity. What We’re Looking For * Strong knowledge of insurance accounting and financial a

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants is seeking a Head of Financial Planning in the UK. Hybrid role based in Medway, offering a salary of £63,280–£75,805 plus a £5,769 annual allowance. The position leads a finance team and shapes the annual budget and medium-term financial planning.

Global in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Supply Operational Planning to lead end-to-end production planning across six sites, a co-packing operation and a central distribution centre. Based in pladis UK headquarters, you will manage a team of planning managers, partner with commercial and f

This role will best suit a professional with significant experience leading planning, budgeting and forecasting within a large, complex organisation, as well as proven track record of owning enterprise‑wide planning processes and coordinating multiple stakeholders across a complex environment. We

Sphere Digital Recruitment is seeking a Head of Media Planning to lead the planning function within a forward-thinking London agency. You will define the planning vision and champion best practice across a diverse client portfolio. Working closely with strategy, activation, data and creative teams,

We aim to offer higher-than-average equity compensation for a company of our size, and communicate equity amounts at the time of offer issuance. We are looking for a strategic and analytical Head of Corporate FP&A to partner with our leadership team during a period of rapid growth. Location-based hy

Rolls-Royce plc is seeking a senior Head of Planning to shape Aerospace Procurement's supply planning strategy. Lead planning for production rate changes, develop executive dashboards, and drive continuous improvement with cross‑functional teams and suppliers, including OEMs.

JSS partners with a large, nationally recognised organisation undergoing significant transformation to appoint a Head of Financial Planning. This highly visible role reports directly to the Director of FP&A and shapes end-to-end planning, budgeting and forecasting framework. You will work with senio

As a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, your key responsibility will be to lead Kroo Bank’s forecasting, planning, and performance insight across the business, helping to shape strategic decisions through high quality models, robust analysis, and clear storytelling. Evidence of ongoing profe

As a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, your key responsibility will be to lead Kroo Bank’s forecasting, planning, and performance insight across the business, helping to shape strategic decisions through high quality models, robust analysis, and clear storytelling. Evidence of ongoing profe

Head of Supply Operational Planning in the United Kingdom to lead end-to-end production planning across a multi-site manufacturing network, ensuring superior service and cost efficiency. The role delivers integrated supply plans, owns the planning strategy for all product categories, and drives KPI

Strong understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain planning, inventory optimisation, supplier capacity planning, and risk management. Set planning fundamentals across the business, including supply planning, lot sizing, buffer strategy, and planning rules. Head of Planning – Supply, Aerospace Pro

As Head of FP&A, you will be responsible for creating the FP&A capability from the ground up, designing the processes, systems, reporting frameworks and team structure required to support a fast-growing, internationally focused technology business. This is a rare opportunity to join at a defining st

The Head of Planning & Forecasting is responsible for leading the planning and forecasting capability within the Group FP&A Centre of Excellence. The job holder is accountable for establishing planning frameworks, improving forecast accuracy, and ensuring clear alignment between planning, forecastin

FP&A Director / Group Head of Financial Planning & Analysis. Operating a decentralised, multi-entity structure with a strong track record of organic and acquisitive growth, the business is entering its next phase of scale. This role will work closely with the Group CFO and executive leadership to pr

The Head of Supply Operational Planning is a senior leadership role responsible for end‑to‑end production planning across a multi‑site manufacturing network. It reports directly to the Director of Customer Supply & Operational Planning UKI and is a key member of the leadership team. Champion t

My client is an International Insurer looking to secure a high performing Inteirm Head of FP&A to lead a team and provide first class business partnering across the business. Provide financial consulting and strategic support to senior management, including the provision of accurate, timely and insi

Key ResponsibilitiesLead planning & forecasting across the Group** Accountable for the delivery of the Group-wide annual business planning process, including governance, timelines, and coordination across business units Responsible for quarterly forecasting and rolling reforecast processes, en

Working closely with senior stakeholders across strategy, activation, data and creative, you'll drive innovation in planning methodologies, develop planning capabilities, mentor high-performing teams and build strong relationships with senior clients. You'll be an experienced media planning leader

The role is accountable for ensuring that all clinical studies are designed, assessed, and operationally planned with a high degree of rigor, leveraging data, analytics and insights from ISPEN/FSP staff using up‑to‑date ways of working, including AI‑enabled tools to optimize timelines, cost an

Hiscox is seeking a Group Head of Planning and Forecasting to lead the global FP&A Centre of Excellence. You will govern the group-wide annual planning, drive quarterly forecasts, and embed driver-based planning with robust scenario analysis.

Maven Partners in Jersey seeks a Head of Financial Control, Planning & Analysis to lead a high-performing team and provide strategic, data-led insights across multiple business units. The role combines financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting with strong governance and stakeholder management,

The Head of FP&A will also manage a small team, ensuring the effective delivery of FP&A initiatives across the organization and acting as a trusted advisor to the broader finance function and executive leadership. We are looking to hire a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead the FP&A

About the Role: As our Head of Workforce Planning, you will make it your mission to ensure the seamless planning and delivery of management, culinary, and frontline staffing across all food, beverage, and guest‑facing operations across our Northwest region. You will work hard at Legends Global, bu

Proven ownership of complex, dynamic long‑term financial models for scenario planning and commercial decision‑making A strong track record of improving planning, forecasting and performance frameworks In‑depth knowledge of development and investment appraisal modelling Strong commercial unders

You'll lead the delivery of defect-led and reactive major works, oversee specialist building safety projects and work alongside senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. You'll manage a varied programme of projects, including:. A strong un

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All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council. To work in support of early years

Proven background in manufacturing environments, with deep knowledge of time-phased MRP, routing, and capacity planning. The role is responsible for the full lifecycle deployment of cloud software to unify manufacturing operations with direct-to-consumer sales. B2C orders, including Bill of Material

This position is ideally suited to a Construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys stakeholder management and has a proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget. You will act as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, ensuring pr

Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, parts of Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, North Kesteven, South Kesteven, West Lindsey, East Lindsey, Boston Borough, South Holland Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire, Nottingham, Grantham, Newark, Gainsborough, Spalding, Mansfield, Sleafo

A strong understanding of building defects, asset management and building safety. Knowledge of compliance, health & safety and construction legislation. Supportive leadership team with genuine opportunities for professional development.

Additionally you will take a lead for Benefits realisation including process mapping of “as is” and “to be” processes, identify suitable pilot teams and support the writing of a business case for extending the licenses and continued use of the product. The plan is for an initial small pilot

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading facilities management provider, for an experienced Project Cleaning Manager to support a student accommodation cleaning programme across multiple sites throughout the South West of England this summer. Acting as the main point of contact

As you learn your regular round, use the route planning software and build relationships with customers, you can become more efficient, complete more deliveries and increase your earning opportunity. Use the route optimisation software to plan an efficient delivery round . Bonus payments are su

We are seeking experienced NHS-focused Project Managers, Programme Managers, Business Analysts and Transformation Professionals to support a portfolio of high-profile NHS and healthcare transformation initiatives. Working as part of a specialist consultancy team, you will help NHS organisations deli

As you learn your regular round, use the route planning software and build relationships with customers, you can become more efficient, complete more deliveries and increase your earning opportunity. Opportunity to grow the amount of work you take on and build your delivery business . Use the r

Ensure timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, month-end closing, and reporting of key financial metrics. This role blends technical finance expertise with team leadership, offering a real opportunity to influence the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance function. Are you an experien

Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will take responsibility for the effective planning, scheduling and deployment of a field-based technical workforce. With continued investment in its operational capability, the business is now looking to strengthen its planning function through the appointme

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. With a collaborative culture and a stable leadership team, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for a lo

Need to be within a commutable distance of the office (Suffolk) for 3x days per week in the office. Support the ongoing development and optimisation of payroll systems, processes, and ways of working. This is initially a fixed term contract with a likelihood of a permanent transition.