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Executive Assistant to the Managing Director \n \n At Mantis we are looking for someone who prides themselves on accuracy, is highly organised, trustworthy and proactive, ready to become the right hand to our Managing Director and play a key role in helping the business run smoothly at the top. This is a fast-paced role that requires juggling competing priorities and managing your time efficiently – we are looking for a high performer who works best under pressure and enjoys variety across their workload. \n \n Established in 2018, Mantis Energy has grown into a multi-service Net Zero engineering, energy consultancy and construction business — spanning low energy building design, energy & sustainability consulting, M&E contracting, building services engineering, project & contract management, on-site construction, energy procurement and facilities management, delivered across the education, healthcare, commercial, residential, social housing and renewable energy sectors. \n \n As our Executive Assistant to the Managing Director, you will take ownership of the diary, inbox, travel and purchasing that currently eat into the MD’s time, acting as a trusted filter and gatekeeper so that time is protected for the highest-impact work. You will become an integral part of a friendly and dynamic business based in the heart of Wilmslow town centre, working closely with the MD and senior leadership team. \n \n This is a role built on trust, discretion and initiative. You will make sound judgement calls on the MD’s behalf, know what genuinely needs their attention versus what can be delegated, and represent them professionally in written and verbal communication. \n \n Our MD leads in a direct, plain-spoken and outcomes-focused way, so this role suits someone with genuine resilience who takes feedback professionally, holds their ground, and is confident chasing people for answers. \n \n WHAT WE OFFER: \n\n • Total Compensation Package up to £44,000\n, • Base Salary £30,000 to £40,000 (Depending on Experience)\n, • 36 days Holiday (Including Public Holidays)\n, • 10% Overall Pension Contribution\n, • Comprehensive Training and Personal Development Plan\n, • Primarily Office-Based, with flexibility for occasional remote working once established (this role works best with in-person availability to the MD)\n, • Monday to Friday (Flexi Start / Finish Time)\n\n \n ADDITIONAL COMPANY BENEFITS: \n\n • Health Cash Back Plan\n, • Holiday Buy and Sell Scheme\n, • Electrical Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Sustainable Volunteering Day\n, • Regular Company Funded Social Events\n, • We are an equal opportunities employer\n\n \n THE ROLE (but not limited to): \n \n Diary & Time Management \n\n • Owning the MD’s diary end-to-end — proactively scheduling and protecting time for high-impact strategic work, flagging conflicts, and building in genuine focus time\n, • Rescheduling meetings where appropriate and proactively reminding the MD of important commitments so nothing is missed\n, • Building recurring strategic planning time into the diary as a fixed, protected commitment that consistently goes ahead\n\n \n Inbox, Meetings & Reporting \n\n • Triaging and organising the MD’s inbox daily, filtering out noise, drafting and sending short routine responses within agreed parameters, and managing follow-ups so nothing important is missed\n, • Acting as a courteous first point of contact for the MD by phone and email, and holding regular check-ins to agree what you can action directly and what needs his input\n, • Attending key meetings with the MD to take clear, accurate minutes, circulating these promptly with action points, and chasing owners who are behind through to completion\n, • Preparing meeting agendas and briefing notes in advance, and coordinating a consistent, recurring cadence of manager reporting meetings and KPI reviews so they never slip\n, • Scheduling and protecting the monthly cash flow and invoicing meeting with Finance, and keeping reporting templates, trackers and KPIs organised and up to date\n\n \n Instructing, Chasing, Travel & Purchasing \n\n • Turning the MD’s direction into clear written instructions for staff, contractors and suppliers, and chasing outstanding information, documents and decisions until resolved\n, • Negotiating routine matters (pricing, scheduling, terms) on the MD’s behalf within agreed limits, with the confidence to push back and hold people to commitments\n, • Introducing contacts to each other, and granting or arranging access to systems, files and accounts as instructed by the MD\n, • Booking and coordinating business travel, accommodation and itineraries, resolving issues as they arise\n, • Managing purchases, expenses and supplier orders on the MD’s behalf, researching options and making recommendations rather than simply booking the first available\n\n \n Business Development, Recruitment & General Support \n\n • Coordinating logistics for networking events, conferences and speaking engagements, and supporting bid management administratively — chasing inputs, formatting submissions and tracking deadlines\n, • Helping prepare materials for presentations, public speaking and business promotion activity\n, • Coordinating interview scheduling, candidate communication and interview packs, freeing up the MD’s time to focus on final-stage interviews and hiring decisions\n, • Coordinating with senior leadership, clients and external contacts on the MD’s behalf, and supporting the MD in preparing for board meetings, client meetings and key presentations\n, • Managing confidential information with discretion, anticipating needs ahead of time, and providing light personal support — personal travel, appointments and important dates — agreed and scoped with the MD\n\n \n TO BE SUCCESSFUL, THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE WILL BE REQUIRED: \n\n • Proven experience as a PA, EA or senior administrator supporting a director or senior leader\n, • A confident, assertive self-starter who takes ownership without needing to be chased, and a naturally consistent, reliable operator who builds routines and reporting cadences that don’t slip\n, • Genuine resilience and a thick skin — comfortable working with a direct, plain-spoken leader and able to take feedback and directness professionally, never personally\n, • Comfortable instructing, chasing and negotiating with people at all levels, and confident holding your ground when needed\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the judgement to represent the MD professionally\n, • Strong minute-taking skills and the discipline to track actions through to completion\n, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities calmly\n, • Discretion and trustworthiness when handling confidential or sensitive information\n, • Confident use of MS Office / Outlook calendar management, with the ability to pick up new systems quickly, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach\n, • Full UK driving licence\n\n \n Desirable: \n\n • Experience supporting a Managing Director, CEO or business owner directly — this is essential; this role is not suited to someone without this experience\n, • Experience in construction, engineering or a professional services environment\n, • Formal PA/EA qualification or training\n\n

Purchasing Assistant / Buyer - Food Manufacturing – Hybrid / Stockport - £30,000 - £35,000 \n \n Ever wondered how all the ingredients actually make it into a food factory at the right time, in the right quantities, and at the right price? \n \n This is where that happens. \n \n We're looking for a Purchasing Assistant to support a busy procurement team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. It's a role for someone who enjoys organisation and likes working with data. \n \n The role \n \n You'll work closely with the Purchasing Manager, helping to keep suppliers, forecasts, contracts, and product information organised and up to date. \n \n No two days are likely to look exactly the same. \n \n One minute you'll be updating forecasts, the next you'll be helping launch a new ingredient, supporting a tender process, or investigating why a supplier's pricing doesn't quite add up. \n \n You'll be: \n \n\n • Supporting procurement projects and tender activity\n, • Managing supplier specifications and approvals\n, • Maintaining contracts and purchasing data within the MRP system\n, • Producing stock cover and forecasting reports\n, • Working closely with Technical, NPD, Planning and Operations teams\n\n \n What they're looking for \n \n\n • Strong administration skills\n, • Good Excel and IT skills\n, • Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or food manufacturing would be beneficial\n\n \n If you're organised, curious, and enjoy being the person who keeps everything moving behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

BUYING ASSISTANT | RAPIDLY GROWING BRAND | OFFICE BASED | BEAUTY | £28,000-£30,000 We're looking for an organised and commercially minded Buying Assistant to join a fast-growing beauty business and support the Buying team across a broad range of categories. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with Buying, Merchandising, E-commerce, NPD and suppliers to make sure products move smoothly from development through to launch. It's a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career within Buying and gain broad exposure to the full product lifecycle. What You'll Be Doing Working closely with NPD teams to support the development of commercially viable products. Researching market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities. Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Managing the critical path and ensuring key deadlines are met. Requesting and checking product information, pricing and specifications from suppliers. Creating and processing purchase orders. Tracking orders, shipments and delivery dates, proactively chasing updates where required. Supporting the setup and maintenance of product information, including SKUs, descriptions and barcodes. Working closely with Merchandising and E-commerce to ensure products launch on time and are ready to trade. Producing weekly sales reports and monitoring product performance. Supporting the Buyer with category reviews and trading activity. Helping to create and improve processes across the Buying function. Managing general Buying administration and responding effectively to ad-hoc priorities. What We're Looking For Strong organisational and time-management skills. Excellent attention to detail. Confident using Excel. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, particularly when working with suppliers and internal teams. A practical, proactive approach to problem-solving. Commercial awareness and an understanding of what makes products successful. Previous experience working closely with Buying, Merchandising or other cross-functional teams would be beneficial. Why This Role? You'll have the opportunity to gain genuine exposure across Buying, NPD, suppliers, Merchandising and E-commerce, with plenty of scope to develop your career within the Buying function. This would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes ownership and wants to build a long-term career in Buying. BH37105

Your new company An established and professional financial services business is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join its office-based team. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive environment where you will play a key role in keeping client records, administration processes and adviser support activity running smoothly. The role would suit someone from a professional services background, ideally with experience in an IFA or financial planning firm, although wider office-based experience will also be considered. Your new role Support advisers and colleagues with the smooth running of client administration processes. Maintain accurate client records and ensure information is updated across internal systems. Assist with onboarding new clients and processing new business applications. Build positive relationships with clients, providers and third parties, acting as a key point of contact. Help coordinate the collection and management of client and provider documentation. Support regulatory and compliance activities to ensure records remain accurate and up to date. Produce professional correspondence and documentation for clients and providers. Contribute to a collaborative office environment by supporting wider administrative and operational activities. Use business systems and databases to manage information efficiently and accurately.What you'll need to succeed Previous experience within a professional services environment. Experience within an IFA, wealth management or financial planning firm would be highly advantageous. Knowledge of Intelliflo Office would be beneficial but is not essential. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Strong communication skills and confidence when dealing with clients, providers and colleagues. Comfortable using business systems, databases and Microsoft Office applications. High level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling client information and records. A proactive and professional approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to support different areas of the business.What you'll get in return You will receive a permanent opportunity with a salary of £30,000+, dependent on experience. The role is fully office-based, with flexible start times between 8:00am and 9:30am, as well as on-site parking. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their administration experience within a professional, client-focused financial services setting. 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. 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)

Role: PA Location: Didsbury Salary: £30,000 Hours: Monday- Friday 9am-5.30pm Fully Office based We're looking for an organised and friendly PA to support our Leadership Team and keep the office running smoothly. You'll handle PA duties while making sure the workplace is welcoming, efficient and well‑organised. Responsbilities of this role Manage complex diaries, schedule meetings and coordinate all travel arrangements with accuracy and foresight. Prepare high‑quality meeting packs, record clear and concise minutes, and proactively track and follow up on actions. Act as a confident and professional point of contact for internal colleagues and external stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships and representing the organisation effectively. Provide a warm, organised and professional welcome to visitors, ensuring an excellent front‑of‑house experience. Oversee meeting room bookings, catering, events and wider office hospitality to ensure smooth, well‑coordinated operations. Liaise with landlords, contractors and suppliers, coordinating maintenance, resolving issues and ensuring the workplace remains safe, compliant and well‑managed. What we're looking for Proven experience providing high‑level support as a Personal Assistant, with a strong track record of managing confidential and fast‑paced workloads. Exceptional organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to coordinate complex tasks and deadlines efficiently. Strong communication skills, with confidence engaging and collaborating with senior leaders and stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experienced in preparing meeting documentation, taking clear and concise minutes, and proactively tracking and following up on actions. Demonstrable experience in facilities coordination, including managing contractors, landlords and suppliers, overseeing maintenance activity, and ensuring the workplace remains safe, compliant and well‑maintained. Strong operational facilities background, covering office logistics (deliveries, access control, equipment and supplies), health & safety support, fire and first‑aid processes, and DSE/workstation assessments. Please apply today for more Information Disclaimer CCA Recruitment Group is an employment agency with a legitimate interest in providing work finding services. Please be advised that by submitting your CV to CCA Recruitment Group, directly or via any of our job advertisement platforms, and all telephone calls may be recorded for training and auditing purposes, your personal data will be held on our secure internal CRM system indefinitely. The personal data contained therein will not be shared with any third parties without your express consent. As an individual, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Following a period of 10 years inactivity your CV will be deleted permanently from our database. This electronic message may contain proprietary and confidential information. The information is intended to be for the use of the individual(s) or entity(ies) named above. If you are not the intended recipient or authorised to receive this e-mail for the intended recipient, you may not use, copy, disclose or distribute to anyone this message or any information contained in this message. If you have received this electronic message in error, please notify me by replying to this e-mail

Are you looking for a fast-paced recruitment role supporting a busy Temporary Division? We are a highly successful independent recruitment business with over 40 years experience in the industry and a strong reputation for delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates. As a Recruitment Co-ordinator, you will be joining a supportive and experienced team who are passionate about developing people and building long-term careers in recruitment. As a Recruitment Co-ordinator, you will play a key role within our growing Temporary Division, supporting the sourcing, registration, compliance and placement of temporary workers. We are proud to be Investors in People Gold accredited and offer a genuinely supportive working environment where our Recruitment Co-ordinators are developed, trained and given the opportunity to progress. What will you be doing as a Recruitment Co-ordinator? As a Recruitment Co-ordinator, you will be at the heart of our Temporary Division, ensuring a strong and compliant pool of candidates is always available to meet client demand. Your responsibilities will include: Acting as the first point of contact for temporary candidates Managing and responding to job advert applications and enquiries Sourcing candidates using job boards and other attraction methods Interviewing and registering temporary and permanent candidates Assessing candidate suitability, skills and availability Building and maintaining a live pool of temporary workers Managing and updating candidate availability lists Matching candidates to temporary bookings and supporting consultants Handling high volumes of candidate communication daily Completing full compliance checks including Right to Work, references and candidate packs Phoning references and ensuring candidates are fully compliant before placement Writing, posting and refreshing job adverts across multiple platforms Supporting candidate attraction activity including open days and events Updating and maintaining accurate candidate database records Supporting consultants with CV preparation and candidate shortlisting Identifying leads and referrals through candidate conversations and references Working to KPIs, deadlines and service levels in a fast-paced environment Supporting general branch administration and operational tasks where required We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience: We are open to candidates from a range of backgrounds. You may have worked as a: Recruitment Resourcer, Recruitment Administrator, Recruitment Consultant, Candidate Manager, Staffing Coordinator, Talent Acquisition Assistant or other people-focused, fast-paced roles. We are looking for someone who: Enjoys speaking with people and building relationships Is confident on the phone and face-to-face Can work at pace in a busy environment Has strong attention to detail, especially around compliance Is organised, proactive and target-driven Has a positive, team-focused attitudePrevious recruitment experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. What will you get in return for your work as a Recruitment Co-ordinator? Salary up to £28,000 depending on experience + monthly bonus Profit share scheme 24 days holiday rising to 29 with service + bank holidays + birthday off Early Friday finish No evenings or weekends Full training and structured career development Healthcare scheme, pension and life assurance Attendance bonus paid twice yearly Incentives, competitions and regular team events One paid charity day per year Free parking If you're looking for a varied and fast-paced Recruitment Co-ordinator role where you will play a key part in supporting a busy Temporary Division, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database

Are you an ambitious, commercially minded graduate or early-career professional looking to kick-start your career in Buying, Procurement or Supply Chain? A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Junior Buyer to join a prestigious manufacturing business within their busy Estimating team. This is a personality-led opportunity for someone who is ambitious, hardworking and eager to build a long-term career in Buying, Procurement or Supply Chain. You don't necessarily need previous buying experience. The client is open to recent graduates from a range of backgrounds, particularly those with a strong commercial mindset, such as Economics, Business, Supply Chain or Logistics. What really matters is your attitude, willingness to learn, ability to use your initiative and desire to succeed. What will you be doing as a Junior Buyer? Supporting the buying and estimating process to meet customer requirements Working with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and negotiate costs Reviewing pricing and margins to ensure products remain commercially competitive Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams Supporting the identification of cost-saving opportunities Maintaining accurate product, pricing and supplier information Assisting with purchasing and sourcing activity Supporting the development and improvement of processes Working closely with the Estimating and Sales teams Managing your own workload and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines Learning and developing your knowledge of buying, sourcing and commercial processes We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience A recent graduate looking to start a career in Buying, Procurement, Supply Chain or a commercial environment Graduates from Economics, Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or similar disciplines are encouraged to apply Previous experience in Buying, Purchasing, Procurement, Sourcing or Estimating would be advantageous but is not essential A hardworking, ambitious and driven personality Someone who is keen to learn and build a career Confident using your own initiative and not afraid to ask questions Strong commercial awareness and an interest in how businesses operate Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong attention to detail and an organised approach Comfortable working to deadlines and managing your own workload Confident using IT and learning new systems A positive attitude with the determination to succeed Similar roles could include: Assistant Buyer, Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Assistant, Supply Chain Assistant, Sourcing Assistant, Junior Procurement Officer or Estimating Assistant. What will you get in return for your work as a Junior Buyer? Salary up to £30,000, depending on experience Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm Full training provided Workplace pension scheme Health cash plan including support towards dental, optical and medical costs Free on-site parking Unlimited free hot drinks Modern, open-plan office environment On-site kitchen facilities Pool and ping pong tables for use during breaks Excellent opportunity to develop a career in Buying, Procurement and Supply Chain Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database

Your new company An established and professional financial services business is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join its office-based team in Cheadle. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive environment where you will play a key role in keeping client records, administration processes and adviser support activity running smoothly. The role would suit someone from a professional services background, ideally with experience in an IFA or financial planning firm, although wider office-based experience will also be considered. Your new role Support advisers and colleagues with the smooth running of client administration processes. Maintain accurate client records and ensure information is updated across internal systems. Assist with onboarding new clients and processing new business applications. Build positive relationships with clients, providers and third parties, acting as a key point of contact. Help coordinate the collection and management of client and provider documentation. Support regulatory and compliance activities to ensure records remain accurate and up to date. Produce professional correspondence and documentation for clients and providers. Contribute to a collaborative office environment by supporting wider administrative and operational activities. Use business systems and databases to manage information efficiently and accurately.What you'll need to succeed Previous experience within a professional services environment. Experience within an IFA, wealth management or financial planning firm would be highly advantageous. Knowledge of Intelliflo Office would be beneficial but is not essential. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Strong communication skills and confidence when dealing with clients, providers and colleagues. Comfortable using business systems, databases and Microsoft Office applications. High level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling client information and records. A proactive and professional approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to support different areas of the business.What you'll get in return You will receive a permanent opportunity with a salary of £30,000+, dependent on experience. The role is fully office-based in Cheadle, with flexible start times between 8:00am and 9:30am, as well as on-site parking. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their administration experience within a professional, client-focused financial services setting. 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. 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)