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\n Business Introduction\n At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. Find out more: Our approach to R&D Position Summary\n Ensure the development of appropriate regulatory life‑cycle strategy(s) and their execution for assigned asset(s) consistent with Medicines Development Strategy/Integrated Asset Plan (IAP) to ensure the development program meets the needs of the key markets identified and the Medicine Profile. This goal has to be achieved while ensuring compliance with both internal GSK process / policy and with appropriate regulatory requirements to deliver the best possible life cycle management, expansion and labeling to meet the Medicine Profile, commensurate with the available data. Position will have direct reports. Responsibilities\n \n • Accountable to Global Regulatory Strategy Therapeutic Area Head for development of appropriate regulatory life-cycle management and expansion strategy(s) and for delivery according to plans.\n, • In conducting role, planning will be on a multiple year horizon, with delivery requiring extensive matrix working within GSK to VP level and including representing GSK with regulatory agencies as appropriate.\n, • Works with the Early/Medicine Development Team (EDT/MDT) to ensure a robust regulatory strategy is in place to support the development program and/or strategic activities for GSK’s Established Products (EP) portfolio to meet the needs of the key markets identified in the IAP and the Medicine Profile.\n, • Once prioritized by the MDT, work closely with the global commercial team and local regulatory teams in prioritized countries to secure / maintain the best possible labelling commensurate with available data and in line with the GDS.\n, • When a team leader Provides direct line management responsibility for TG staff Ability to attract talent, challenge and manage and develop direct reports Manage performance for direct reports (e.g. My Plan, Reward, Recognition, PIPs, etc.) Is an active contributor to the Therapeutic Group LT but also drives specific topics such as resource demands and workforce planning Understands well and is able to drive resource management conversations including new assignments, gap identifications, while taking into account individual’s needs Assist in managing TG budget Provide regulatory advice for urgent incident / PIRC / crisis management including ensuring regulatory reporting requirements are met.\n, • When a GRL Proactively develop a regulatory strategy focused on the key markets identified.\n, • In doing so, will promote innovative regulatory approaches when they benefit advancement of a given program.\n, • Ensure implementation of the regulatory strategy(s) in support of the project priorities.\n, • Assess precedent, regulatory intelligence and competitive environment from a regulatory perspective and the impact this will have on the regulatory strategy for an asset.\n, • Lead regulatory interactions and the regulatory review processes\n, • Ensure effective interaction with local regulatory counterparts in priority markets and global commercial teams\n, • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements at all stages of product life\n, • Advocate persuasively to senior leaders in GSK and in Health Authorities\n, • Work alongside other core members of the MDT and/or EDT providing broad development input/expertise to their programs (over and above regulatory input).\n, • Act as single point of accountability on the EDT/MDT, lead the Regulatory Matrix Team, and deliver the required Regulatory Work Package(s) associated with the IAP.\n, • Capable of providing critical regulatory assessment as part of due diligence/business development activities\n Why You?Basic Qualification\n \n, • Bachelor’s degree in a life science, pharmacy, medicine, or related discipline.\n, • Extensive experience of all phases of the drug development process in regulatory affairs, including maintenance and lifecycle management of marketed products, and projects with little or no precedence.\n, • Extensive knowledge of relevant therapeutic area or proven track record of being able to develop product / therapeutic knowledge in new area.\n, • Proven experience of leading development, submission and approval activities including track record of organizing and executing successful milestone meetings and proven track record of successful relationship with one or more Health Authority\n, • Extensive knowledge of clinical trial and licensing requirements in priority markets and sound knowledge globally.\n, • Ideally, proven experience of leading regulatory activities outside local region.\n, • Experience in resource management and forecasting.\n Preferred Qualification\n \n, • Advanced degree (MSc, PharmD, PhD) or equivalent professional qualification.\n, • Experience managing budgets, external vendor relationships and centre-of-excellence style teams.\n, • Proven success with inspection readiness and managing regulatory compliance programmes.\n, • Experience in Line management and Matrix team working Strong track record of coaching, developing and attracting regulatory talent.\n Location and Working Model\n This role is based in the United Kingdom and operates in a hybrid working model. You will be expected to spend regular time on-site to lead the team and work with cross-functional colleagues. For candidates seeking to be located at our Stevenage site, this role will temporarily be based at Stevenage. However, the Company plans to relocate its offices to Cambridge, UK. The location of this role will therefore subsequently change to Cambridge, UK in accordance with timelines to be set by the Company. The relocation is currently proposed to take effect by early 2029. Skills\n \n • Business Resilience\n, • Communication\n, • Digital Fluency\n, • Matrix Leadership\n, • Pharmaceutical Regulatory Compliance\n, • Policy Advocacy\n, • Regulatory Strategies\n, • Resource Management\n, • Stakeholder Management\n Why GSK?\n Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Jim Gleeson is working in partnership with Nxera Pharma, to recruit an Associate Director / Director – Integrated Drug Discovery & Project Leadership. \n \n Location: \n Granta Park, Cambridge. You will need to be on-site for four days a week. \n \n About the company: \n Nxera Pharma is a technology-powered, global biopharmaceutical company advancing next-generation small molecule therapies from hit finding through early clinical development. The company combines deep GPCR biology expertise with structure-based drug design to generate highly differentiated, high-quality molecules with strong translational potential. \n Powered by its proprietary NxStar™ platform, Nxera’s discovery engine integrates structural biology, receptor pharmacology, computational design, and medicinal chemistry to unlock challenging GPCR targets. This platform-driven approach enables smart molecule design, rapid iteration, and disciplined progression into development. \n \n About the role: \n Reporting to the Head of Molecular Pharmacology this senior leadership position will provide scientific, strategic and people leadership across Nxera's discovery portfolio. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary scientists, provide project leadership for integrated drug discovery programmes, drive innovation across discovery technologies, and contribute to target identification, target validation and hit identification strategies. The role is intended to provide broad leadership capability across Molecular Pharmacology and Integrated Drug Discovery, ensuring delivery of high-quality assets while developing future scientific leaders. \n \n Responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading integrated drug discovery projects from target validation through hit identification and lead optimisation in partnership with Biology, Chemistry, DMPK, Translational Sciences and Informatics.\n, • Provision of scientific leadership for cross-functional project teams, ensuring robust decision making and project progression to ambitious timelines.\n, • Supporting portfolio governance, prioritisation, forecasting and resource planning.\n, • Line managing and mentoring multidisciplinary scientists, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, innovation and accountability.\n, • Building an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing team.\n, • Providing strategic oversight of small molecule hit identification campaigns using internal and external capabilities.\n, • Working closely with medicinal chemistry and biology teams to design effective screening cascades and data-driven progression strategies.\n, • Provide scientific input into target assessment, translational relevance and portfolio opportunities.\n\n, • \n Skills and Experience: \n\n • PhD (preferred) or MSc in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or a related life sciences discipline.\n, • Extensive, industry-based experience within biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical drug discovery.\n, • Demonstrated success leading integrated drug discovery programmes.\n, • Proven experience line managing and developing multidisciplinary discovery science teams.\n, • Strong understanding of small molecule hit identification and screening strategies.\n, • Excellent communication, strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Familiarity with target identification and target validation approaches.\n, • Ideally with experience in GPCR pharmacology and an understanding of metabolic or endocrine disease.\n\n \n Apply: \n It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 197413 in all correspondence. \n

\n Business Development and M&A plays a critical core role in AZ achieving its strategic priority of growth through scientific innovation through the successful execution of transactions which expand, focus and rationalise the Company’s pipeline and portfolio. Recent transaction examples include the acquisition of Fusion Pharmaceuticals and Gracell Biotechnologies, the exclusive license agreements with Eccogene and Dizal Pharmaceuticals, and the collaborations with Daiichi Sankyo and Merck. \n As the Senior Director in Alliance and Integration Management (AIM) team, you will play a critical role in achieving our strategic priority of growth through scientific innovation. Reporting to the Head of AIM, you will manage and optimise the value of late-phase development/commercial alliances, own the integration of complex partnerships/asset-acquisitions, and lead the transition of divestments across the global business. \n Through exceptional leadership, strong cross-functional alignment and collaboration with multiple groups (executive leadership, business development, legal, finance, commercial, operations, clinical, regulatory) and the solid building of effective partner relationships, this role ensures cohesive engagement with the overall Alliance and Integration Management performance objectives. \n Requiring exceptional leadership, strong cross-functional alignment, collaboration with multiple groups (executive leadership, business development, legal, finance, commercial, operations, clinical, regulatory) and the solid building of effective partner relationships, this is a highly visible, impactful role with the opportunity for advancement to many other progressive leadership roles within the company. Accountabilities:\n \n • \n Lead the integration and alliance activities for high priority and complex company acquisitions, divestitures, strategic alliances and other deal types through cross-functional teams. \n \n \n • \n Drive the rapid establishment of optimized, efficient business processes for integrated entities and alliance relationships to deliver the value underpinning the business case for the deal, whilst balancing and managing business, legal, and human risks appropriately \n \n \n • \n Own the reporting of progress for the key acquisitions and alliances across AZ to SET and senior stakeholders, recommending areas for performance improvement \n \n \n • \n Ensure compliance with all contractual provisions, managing contractual disputes, and coordinating contract renegotiations or amendments when required. \n \n \n • \n In collaboration with Due Diligence and Transaction Directors, you will provide input and expertise in negotiating the new alliances, divestment transfer service agreements, and ensure seamless transition from signature to the initiation of integration or alliance \n \n \n • \n You will also build and implement best-in-industry approaches to Alliance and Integration Management, developing tools, techniques and processes to improve AstraZeneca's ways of working in delivering integrations and managing successful alliances \n \n \n • \n You will act as a spokesperson / ambassador for AZ at Alliance, Integration and BD meetings and conferences, ensuring that AZ is seen as a leader in the field of alliance and integration management \n Essential:\n \n • \n Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (business, legal, finance or life sciences discipline) \n \n \n • \n 10+ years' relevant pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience \n \n \n • \n Desired: \n \n \n • \n MBA or other post-graduate qualification, CA-AM, CSAP \n \n \n • \n Detailed understanding of contracts, partnerships, negotiation tactics, alliance management and M&A integration. Transition experience including carve-outs, divestitures and developing best practices. \n \n \n • \n Keen understanding of the scientific drug development process, regulatory and commercial concepts, and knowledge of the crucial activities for all key functional areas. \n \n \n • \n Analytical and has the ability to frame complex problems and articulate clear, data-driven recommendations. \n \n \n • \n Able to analyze problems and provide resolutions at both strategic and tactical levels. \n \n \n • \n Outstanding relationship building, negotiating and interpersonal abilities to connect with individuals across all levels \n \n \n • \n Ability to build consensus between various internal and external partners, functions and collaborators \n Date Posted\n 11-Aug-2026 Closing Date\n 25-Aug-2026 \n 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. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Company \n Ailux is an innovative biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing next-generation biologic therapeutics for chronic respiratory and immunological diseases with high unmet medical need. The company integrates advanced computational approaches with rigorous experimental and translational science across the drug discovery continuum, enabling faster and more informed decision-making from target identification through clinical candidate selection. \n As an AI-native biotech and a subsidiary of XtalPi, Ailux combines proprietary computational models with state-of-the-art wet lab capabilities to design differentiated therapeutics against challenging biological targets. The company has established strategic partnerships with leading pharmaceutical organisations, providing external validation of its scientific platform and discovery capabilities. Looking ahead, Ailux’s vision is to build a fully integrated, end-to-end drug discovery and development organisation capable of delivering the next generation of medicines for patients with chronic respiratory and immunological diseases. By combining advanced AI capabilities with deep biological, translational and clinical insight, the company aims to accelerate the development of differentiated therapeutics with meaningful impact for patients worldwide. \n Backed by an experienced leadership team, leading scientific advisors and a highly multidisciplinary organisation, Ailux is approaching a key inflection point as its first wave of therapeutic programmes advances toward clinical development. This is an opportunity to help shape the scientific foundations, pipeline and culture of a rapidly growing biotechnology company operating at the intersection of AI, translational science and next-generation therapeutics. \n The Role \n We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Group Head, Immunology Biology & Program Lead to establish and lead Ailux’s Immunology Biology organization. Reporting to the VP, Head of Biology, Respiratory & Immunology, this individual will play a pivotal role in shaping Ailux's scientific strategy, portfolio direction, and future pipeline growth. \n The successful candidate will lead preclinical biology, translational research, and IND-enabling strategies across Ailux's respiratory and immunology portfolio, driving rapid, data-driven progression from target identification through early clinical development for novel biologics, multispecific antibodies, and peptide therapeutics. \n Working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computational drug design, disease biology, and translational science, you will ensure that deep biological understanding, disease relevance, and differentiation strategies are embedded at the earliest stages of discovery and translated into clear development recommendations and portfolio decisions. \n This is a unique opportunity to build and shape Immunology Biology function from the ground up while working at the forefront of AI-enabled drug discovery and partnering closely with AI scientists, protein engineers, and translational experts to develop next-generation medicines. You will have significant influence on target selection, program prioritization, and portfolio strategy while helping unlock the full potential of AI-driven drug discovery. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Scientific Leadership & Strategy \n\n • Establish and lead Ailux's Immunology Biology team, defining scientific strategy, operating model, organizational structure, and long-term functional vision.\n, • Build, recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing multidisciplinary biology team spanning discovery biology, translational biology, and project leadership.\n, • Define and execute biology strategies supporting both target discovery and program progression from concept through IND and early clinical development\n, • Drive disease biology understanding and establish robust in vitro and in vivo evidence linking targets and mechanisms to clinical outcomes.\n, • Influence portfolio prioritization and investment decisions through clear, data-driven, and risk-balanced recommendations.\n, • Identify emerging scientific opportunities, new targets, and innovative therapeutic strategies that can expand Ailux's pipeline and competitive differentiation.\n, • Ensure rigorous scientific standards, robust experimental design, and high-quality decision-making across all programs.\n\n \n AI-Driven Discovery & Platform Integration \n\n • Partner closely with AI and computational scientists to maximize the impact of machine learning and computational design approaches.\n, • Generate high-quality biological and translational datasets that continuously improve predictive models and accelerate decision-making.\n, • Apply deep biological expertise to ensure AI-generated hypotheses, targets, and molecules are biologically meaningful and clinically relevant.\n, • Help define new workflows that integrate AI-powered target discovery, biologics design, and translational validation.\n, • Champion a data-centric culture that fully exploits the potential of AI to accelerate drug discovery timelines and expand therapeutic innovation.\n\n \n Cross-Functional Collaboration \n\n • Collaborate closely with Biology, Protein Engineering, AI Drug Design, Translational Sciences, CMC, Toxicology, Regulatory, and Clinical Development teams to deliver integrated program strategies.\n, • Provide immunology leadership for regulatory interactions and documentation, including IND/CTA submissions, briefing packages, and health authority responses.\n, • Identify, select, and manage external collaborators, academic partnerships, and CROs to ensure scientific excellence and operational efficiency.\n, • Represent biology and immunology expertise in governance and portfolio review forums.\n\n \n Qualifications, Education & Experience \n\n • PhD (or equivalent advanced degree) in Immunology, Biology, Pharmacology, or a related scientific discipline.\n, • >7-10 years pharmaceutical industry experience in immunology drug discovery and development.\n, • Demonstrated track record of progressing discovery programs through candidate selection and into clinical development.\n, • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing organizational and portfolio decisions within matrixed environments.\n, • Strong record of scientific innovation, strategic thinking, and translational problem-solving.\n, • Experience with advanced therapeutic modalities including Monoclonal antibodies, Multispecific antibodies, Engineered biologics, Peptide therapeutics, Long-acting delivery platforms\n, • Strong understanding of immune-mediated diseases and evolving therapeutic landscapes.\n\n \n Leadership Experience \n\n • Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing scientific organizations.\n, • Demonstrated success influencing portfolio strategy, investment decisions, and program direction in highly matrixed environments.\n, • Strong people leadership experience, including recruitment, mentoring, talent development, and succession planning.\n, • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving biotech environment that values scientific excellence, innovation, ownership, and accountability.\n, • Passion for transforming drug discovery through AI, computational biology, and data-driven decision-making.\n\n \n Ideal Candidate Profile \n The ideal candidate is a scientifically ambitious leader who combines deep immunology expertise with strategic vision, strong people leadership, and enthusiasm for AI-enabled drug discovery. They are excited by the opportunity to shape both an organization and a portfolio, leveraging next-generation computational technologies to discover and develop transformative medicines for patients with immune-mediated diseases. Location: UK，Greater London or Cambridge. This role requires international travel.

Jim Gleeson is working in partnership with Nxera Pharma, to recruit an Associate Director / Director – Integrated Drug Discovery & Project Leadership. Location: Granta Park, Cambridge. You will need to be on-site for four days a week. About the company: Nxera Pharma is a technology-powered, global biopharmaceutical company advancing next-generation small molecule therapies from hit finding through early clinical development. The company combines deep GPCR biology expertise with structure-based drug design to generate highly differentiated, high-quality molecules with strong translational potential. Powered by its proprietary NxStar™ platform, Nxera’s discovery engine integrates structural biology, receptor pharmacology, computational design, and medicinal chemistry to unlock challenging GPCR targets. This platform-driven approach enables smart molecule design, rapid iteration, and disciplined progression into development. About the role: Reporting to the Head of Molecular Pharmacology this senior leadership position will provide scientific, strategic and people leadership across Nxera's discovery portfolio. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary scientists, provide project leadership for integrated drug discovery programmes, drive innovation across discovery technologies, and contribute to target identification, target validation and hit identification strategies. The role is intended to provide broad leadership capability across Molecular Pharmacology and Integrated Drug Discovery, ensuring delivery of high-quality assets while developing future scientific leaders. Responsibilities will include: • Leading integrated drug discovery projects from target validation through hit identification and lead optimisation in partnership with Biology, Chemistry, DMPK, Translational Sciences and Informatics., • Provision of scientific leadership for cross-functional project teams, ensuring robust decision making and project progression to ambitious timelines., • Supporting portfolio governance, prioritisation, forecasting and resource planning., • Line managing and mentoring multidisciplinary scientists, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, innovation and accountability., • Building an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing team., • Providing strategic oversight of small molecule hit identification campaigns using internal and external capabilities., • Working closely with medicinal chemistry and biology teams to design effective screening cascades and data-driven progression strategies., • Provide scientific input into target assessment, translational relevance and portfolio opportunities. Skills and Experience: • PhD (preferred) or MSc in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or a related life sciences discipline., • Extensive, industry-based experience within biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical drug discovery., • Demonstrated success leading integrated drug discovery programmes., • Proven experience line managing and developing multidisciplinary discovery science teams., • Strong understanding of small molecule hit identification and screening strategies., • Excellent communication, strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills., • Familiarity with target identification and target validation approaches., • Ideally with experience in GPCR pharmacology and an understanding of metabolic or endocrine disease. Apply: It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 197413 in all correspondence.

Platform Recruitment is helping a Cambridge-based leader recruit a Head of Software to shape engineering strategy and unite high-calibre teams across embedded and x86 environments. You will define standards and platform direction for mission-critical systems, lead architecture across a diverse stack including Embedded Linux on SoCs, and own technical roadmaps while cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Grant Thornton UK LLP is seeking a Head of Labs to build and lead the service line labs across audit, tax and advisory, owning the research portfolio and driving applied research programmes. You will report to the Director of Labs and deputise for the role as needed.

Want to be part of a leading UK property consultancy and B-Corp at the forefront of some of the most dynamic real estate markets in the UK? Do you want to join a sociable team within a highly reputable firm going through an incredible period of growth where you can make a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, personable Associate or Senior Surveyor to become an integral part of the Land and Development Team at Bidwells in Cambridge, who provide a comprehensive consultancy, buying and selling service for landowners and developers across the Eastern Region and beyond. This role will help drive the growth and success of the team, the office, and the business, whilst delivering a 1st class service to clients. What youll be doing Be a trusted advisor and primary contact for clients, developing strong relationships and engagement, and understanding their requirements and adapting with their changing needs. Run projects autonomously utilising team resources appropriately as well as support on other projects. Projects can include strategic land agreements, immediate land sales, strategic land consultancy and multidisciplined projected incorporating rural, capital markets, planning, and new homes. Provide clients and the head of team with regular updates and share useful insights. Create and implement business development initiatives, such as attending/hosting/speaking/networking at events, directing targeting, network management, site searching, speculative portfolio reviews, building relationships with other agents. Identifying and establishing new opportunities with both new and existing clients and cross selling other Bidwells services. Contribute editorial / original content on development issues for publications, social media, press, and working with the marketing and wider teams to increase exposure as well as help improve other marketing activities and collateral. Be a mentor for all team members and provide guidance and assistance, support training, as well as coach graduates. Help identify team resource issues and opportunities, and support team growth where required. Maintain standards, processes and legal compliance and help drive improvements and efficiencies. About you Ideally MRICS qualified. Previous experience working in a development consultancy role is desirable or having experience of working for house builders and/or promoters would be useful. Solid knowledge of the house building process, and any working knowledge of the Planning system would be beneficial. Proven track record in winning and retaining business/ clients with strong networking and negotiation skills. Strong business management and commercial acumen in particular relating to fee income and profit. A proven team player, with any experience of leadership and line management being an advantage. Strong relationship management, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to manage resources and prioritise projects on a day-to-day basis. Knowledge of the Eastern Region would be a bonus. Why Bidwells? Were a different kind of business. Whilst were a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen. As a certified B Corporation (B-Corp), we are dedicated to using our business as a force for good, driving innovation, and creating long-term value for our clients, communities, and the environment. Whats in it for you Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, were committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living. Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more. Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities. Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends. Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you. Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it. Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one. Recruitment agencies: Bidwells only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been contacted and directed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to work on a specific vacancy. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Bidwells or any of our employees other than via our Applicant Tracking System and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid. Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Bidwells will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach. TPBN1_UKTJ

The Head of Pack and Deployment will act as the technical authority for battery pack delivery, leading the integration of battery modules, pack systems and Battery Management Systems (BMS) through to customer deployment. Working within a fast-paced innovation environment, this role will combine technical leadership, programme ownership and stakeholder management to successfully deliver a major battery deployment programme. • Leading the delivery of a prototype battery pack through to customer deployment, • Overseeing battery module and pack integration activities around proprietary cell technology, • Managing Battery Management System (BMS) integration, testing and validation, • Leading prototype and low-volume battery pack build activities, • Owning project planning, risk management, timelines and technical delivery, • Acting as the primary technical interface for customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the programme, • A proven track record delivering battery pack programmes from development through to deployment, • Strong experience acting as a technical authority for battery pack integration and delivery, • Experience working across battery pack, module and cell development activities, • Strong understanding of Battery Management Systems (BMS) and energy management systems within evolving product environments, • Proven delivery of projects within agile, fast-paced or innovation-led environments, • Strong stakeholder management experience, including customer, supplier and executive leadership engagement, • Excellent project and programme management skills with responsibility for technical delivery, schedules and risk management This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of complex battery programmes and leading products from development through to deployment. If you're looking for the opportunity to play a key role in delivering innovative energy storage technology into a real-world application, apply with your CV to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Head of Data, AI and Automation - Government - 6 months - SC Cleared A Government organisation is currently looking to fill the Head of Data, AI and Automation role on contract for up to 6 months Inside IR35 working remotely. The bulk of the work is building data pipelines and data visualisation, but they will manage a portfolio of work across various data teams. Essential: Proven experience of delivering a Strategic programme of data and AI projects Extensive experience of delivering in an agile, iterative manner that delivers value early. Expert knowledge of the product/service Lifecyle, specifically its application to data and AI products Expert knowledge of innovation data and AI Technologies Ideally, we are looking for them to start as soon as possible and looking to hold interviews at the latter end of next week. SC clearance will be required in this role. Please send your CV for immediate consideration JBRP1_UKTJ

Group Operations Director - The Venues Collection | Full-Time / Permanent Competitive salary + excellent benefits including company car, healthcare, wellbeing support, 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. About the role... The Group Operations Director is responsible for the overall operational leadership of the venues, ensuring sales, profitability and guest satisfaction are maximised through high-performing on-site teams. They will establish and maintain consistent standards across the portfolio, ensuring all venues operate in line with company policies, procedures, brand standards and legislative requirements, while supporting the wider objectives of The Venues Collection, Levy UK and Compass Group. A key part of the role is leading, coaching and developing teams to continually improve operational performance and enhance the guest experience. Working closely with the Group Head Chef, the Group Operations Director will also shape and evolve the food and beverage offering, ensuring seasonal menus reflect Levy's food philosophy while meeting the diverse needs of The Venues Collection's varied client base. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the worlds most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Operations Director - The Role Operations and Standards: To be responsible for all group operational standards - setting the 'core' standards and documenting them to ensure everyone is aware. Also allowing the venues the opportunity to enhance the guest experience, within reason and as appropriate. To ensure all venues are operating to the required company and brand standards and to follow up on any issues identified, supporting the venues with drawing up actions plans accordingly. Introducing a measurement tool that shares results across all venues and departments. In conjunction with the Group Head Chef ensure the food offering is regularly reviewed in line with Levy's requirements, whilst geared to The Venues Collection different client requirements. Responsible for the beverage offering across the portfolio, that's in line with Levy's requirements, whilst geared to The Venues Collection different clients. In conjunction with the Group Estate Manager ensure there is a planned maintenance schedule for all venues that continually improves the guests experience, that is in line with budget expectations. Maintain high levels of guest satisfaction by overseeing the guest feedback processes and sending out monthly reports to the business, Maintain the hotel's operations and facilities, ensuring Company and Regulatory health and safety standards are upheld. Be present at 'key' events to ensure the venue delivers to expectations. People Management: Foster a positive, inclusive and collaborative work environment, focusing on employee motivation, engagement and fulfilment. Support the training and development of the Venue Regional Managers / General Managers, Ops Managers and HOD's, encouraging growth, promotion and succession planning. Provide strong strategic leadership to all direct reports. Maintain effective, regular one to ones and annual appraisal reviews. To be involved in in any recruitment and termination decisions at HOD level and above at all venues, supporting the interview process. Manage poor employee performance, conduct or absence in line with Company processes for direct reports. Hold monthly one to one meetings with the Group Head Chef and Group Estate Manager, setting clear objectives in line with the business needs. Attend each venue at least once a month, incorporating a catch up with the GM and senior team on site. Financial Performance: Support the Regional General Managers / General Managers to monitor and analyse the hotel's financial performance, including revenue and payroll costs. Support the venues to develop and execute their strategy and cost saving initiatives to achieve budget and profit targets. Participate in the monthly business review calls to review financial performance, guest satisfaction and compliance. Commercial: Work closely with the Regional General Managers / General Managers to develop and implement long and short-term strategies for the venue's growth, development and overall success. With a key focus on F&B sales. Attend the quarterly commercial reviews with the SLT, participating accordingly. From time to time, to participate in the venues forecast review / sales strategy meetings and provide guidance in terms of forecast accuracy and achieving budgets / profit targets. Identify opportunities for new services, partnerships, or market segments to enhance profitability. Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and local market conditions to maintain a competitive edge. Ensure venues adopt all group initiatives to the required standard. Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with all Company and legislative regulations, including but not limited to; employment law, food safety, health and safety, liquor license and environmental health. In conjunction with the Group Estate Manager ensure venues adhere to all Compass requirements in terms of sustainability, ISAQAR and health and safety records. What we're looking for • Leadership & Team Management across multiple sites: Strong ability to lead and motivate a diverse team., • Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written with high levels of emotional intelligence., • Problem Solving: Quick and effective decision-making in high-pressure situations., • Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of hotel financial management and reporting., • Customer Service Focus: Passion for delivering high-quality guest experiences with a bias to F&B., • Attention to Detail: Ability to ensure that all aspects of the hotel's operations run smoothly., • Regional General Manager experience. Experience of a branded hotel environment and hotel opening are desirable, due to potential future contracts. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary with bonus, company car and full company benefits, • 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme, • Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Bupa Medical, • Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, • Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your babys first birthday, enhanced family leave, • Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships, • Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products, • Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways, • Meals on duty included Why Join Us? Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the worlds largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Part of Compass Group UK&I, we are a grouping of seven easily accessible event spaces with hotel-like residential and leisure facilities, which all sit under the brand name The Venues Collection. Located across the UK, our venues all feature stylish and individual event spaces, including both contemporary and historic meeting areas. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations. Job Reference: com/0708/439500/52825490/SU #Venues Collection Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! JBRP1_UKTJ

Head of Quality As Head of Quality, you'll lead quality strategy across a highly regulated pharmaceutical and medical manufacturing operation, ensuring patient safety remains at the heart of everything whilst driving continuous improvement, operational excellence and business growth. BASIC SALARY: £90,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus 25 days holiday pension Car allowance Healthcare LOCATION: North West COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Liverpool, Manchester, RELOCATION: We are fully prepared to relocate the right candidate, this role therefore as also been posted in Leeds, Cambridge, Oxford, Derby, Birmingham, Bristol and London Why read on: In this critical leadership role, you'll: ·Set the direction - shaping and delivering the quality strategy across multiple manufacturing and technical locations (2x UK, US and Far East). ·Lead from the front, be visible and present - developing and inspiring established quality teams whilst creating a culture of quality beyond compliance (4 direct c30 indirect reports). ·Influence the business - acting as a key member of the senior leadership team, helping shape operational and strategic decisions. ·Drive improvement - championing continuous improvement, modern quality systems and best practice across highly regulated environments. ·Protect what matters most - ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance and world-class customer service remain central to every decision. Job Description Reporting to the UK Operations Director with a dotted line to the Business Unit Head, you'll have overall responsibility for the quality function across a complex manufacturing business supplying products into highly regulated pharmaceutical and medical markets. This is a genuine leadership role where you'll balance strategic planning with operational execution, working closely with manufacturing, engineering, technical, commercial and external regulatory stakeholders. You'll be responsible for developing quality capability, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting commercial growth and creating a collaborative culture focused on excellence. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead all aspects of Quality across pharmaceutical, medical and industrial operations. ·Develop and implement quality strategies aligned to wider business objectives. ·Provide leadership to multi-site quality teams, developing talent and succession plans. ·Ensure GMP, regulatory (MHRA/EudraLex/FDA) and customer quality requirements are met or exceeded. ·Lead customer, regulatory and third-party audits and inspections. ·Maintain oversight of quality systems, change management, deviations, non-conformances and compliance activities. ·Drive a culture centred around quality, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. PERSON SPECIFICATION: You'll be joining a business at an exciting point in its growth journey. To be successful in your application, you'll be able to demonstrate: ·A degree qualification in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline. ·Significant experience within pharmaceutical, excipient, API, medical device, specialty chemical or similarly regulated manufacturing environments. ·A strong understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical quality systems. ·Proven experience leading, developing and mentoring Quality professionals. ·Experience operating within complex manufacturing environments where safety, quality and compliance are critical. ·A track record of building high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives. ·Exposure to COMAH, process manufacturing, auditing and regulatory inspections would be highly advantageous. THE COMPANY: We are a globally recognised manufacturing business supplying products into critical healthcare and industrial markets. Our operation combines advanced manufacturing, technical innovation and regulatory excellence to support customers around the world. This is an opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a business investing heavily in growth, technology and people. You'll have the platform to influence strategy, develop capability and leave a lasting impact on both operational performance and patient outcomes. PROSPECTS: 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: INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: MH18633 JBRP1_UKTJ

Head of Soft Services Compliance Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge Medirest | Compass Group UK & Ireland Help Shape the Quality and Compliance of Critical Healthcare Support Services We're looking for an experienced Head of Compliance & Quality Assurance to lead quality, compliance, governance and health & safety across our soft services contract at Addenbrooke's Hospital. This is a pivotal leadership role supporting essential patient-facing services. Working closely with operational leaders and NHS stakeholders, you'll ensure services are safe, compliant, efficient and consistently deliver an exceptional experience for patients, visitors and staff. Reporting to the Contract Director and leading a team, you'll drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and operational excellence across a complex healthcare environment. This role requires you to be on site, five days per week Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop the Compliance & Quality team, creating a strong culture of quality, safety and continuous improvement., • Oversee all compliance, quality assurance, audit and health & safety activity across the contract., • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, SLAs, KPIs, regulatory requirements and Compass policies., • Provide expert guidance on risk, governance, contract performance and compliance matters., • Lead audit programmes, monitoring activities and performance reporting, ensuring robust corrective action plans are implemented., • Work in partnership with operational teams to improve service quality, efficiency and patient experience., • Build strong relationships with NHS stakeholders, supporting trust, transparency and service excellence., • Drive innovation, benchmarking and improvement initiatives across multiple service lines. About You • Significant experience in a senior Compliance, Quality, Audit or Governance role., • Knowledge of CQC requirements, healthcare compliance standards & infection control frameworks, • Strong knowledge of contractual performance frameworks, SLAs and KPIs., • Experience working within healthcare, facilities management, hospitality or another highly regulated environment., • Knowledge of quality management systems, auditing processes and continuous improvement methodologies., • Proven people leader with the ability to influence senior stakeholders., • Strong understanding of risk management, governance, health & safety and regulatory compliance., • Excellent analytical, communication and reporting skills., • ISO Lead Auditor, healthcare compliance or project management qualifications are advantageous. Why Join Medirest? At Medirest, we provide the essential support services that help hospitals function effectively every day. From delivering nutritious meals to maintaining clean, safe environments, our teams play a vital role in supporting patient care. This is an opportunity to take ownership of quality and compliance across one of the UK's most prestigious hospitals, making a genuine impact on healthcare outcomes while developing your career with the market leader in healthcare support services. #Medirest | Compass Group UK & Ireland JBRP1_UKTJ

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Head of Software | Cambridge Are you a senior software leader with the technical depth to challenge architecture and the presence to unite high-calibre engineering teams? My client is looking for a Head of Software to shape the trajectory of a business whose products are trusted in mission-critical environments across the globe. As the Head of Software, you’ll define the engineering standards and platform strategy for a world leader in connectivity. Responsibilities: • Lead the full software function across a multidisciplinary team while ensuring high coding standards, • Shape the architecture across a diverse stack, including Embedded Linux on Xilinx/Intel SoCs, x86 applications, and low-level C/C++, while advocating for modern languages where they add value., • Create an environment where high-potential engineers do the best work of their careers, fostering a culture of innovation, transparency, and collaboration. Required Experience: • Proven track record of leading software functions and uniting multi-disciplinary teams, • Deep experience in Embedded Linux, SoC integration, and C/C++ development for high-reliability systems., • Expert knowledge of modern software development lifecycles, from architectural design to automated deployment and quality assurance., • A background in making high-impact decisions and a passion for taking real ownership of technical roadmaps. What’s in it for you? • As an employee-owned company, your impact lands directly with the people building the future of the business., • Work on complex, "tough challenges" that power critical everyday systems that often save lives, • Join a supportive culture that values professional growth, autonomy, and the sharing of knowledge. Ready to build a company? If you set high standards and thrive on technical challenges, apply today

Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role: This is an opportunity to take ownership of supplier performance on complex, high-value defence programmes that make a real difference. As a Supplier Manager, you'll be at the centre of programme delivery, working with internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers to ensure cost, quality and delivery commitments are achieved. You'll have the autonomy to build strong supplier relationships, influence commercial outcomes and proactively manage risk, while collaborating with experienced project, engineering and commercial teams. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your decisions have a direct impact on programme success, this role offers both challenge and variety, alongside opportunities to develop your career within a leading UK defence organisation. Your responsibilities will include: As part of the Purchasing & Supply Chain team, you'll work within a cross-functional project team, taking responsibility for managing supplier and subcontractor performance across cost, quality and delivery. You'll ensure suppliers meet their contractual commitments, drive continuous performance improvements and manage risks that could impact programme delivery. Key responsibilities include: Managing relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors across assigned projects. Ensuring alignment between Marshall and suppliers on contractual requirements, including Terms & Conditions, Statements of Work and delivery schedules. Leading regular supplier performance reviews with relevant project and functional stakeholders. Managing supplier non-compliance, working with Procurement and Category teams to resolve issues where required. Identifying, tracking and mitigating supplier risks throughout the programme lifecycle. Producing monthly supplier performance reports for Project Managers and the Head of Subcontract Management. Ensuring suppliers fulfil their contractual obligations and deliver against agreed commitments. Reviewing and approving supplier payments in line with contractual milestones. Building strong relationships with project, commercial, engineering and wider business stakeholders. Providing weekly SOFT (Successes, Opportunities, Failures and Threats) reports to Project Managers and the Head of Subcontract Management. Apply if you have most of the following: You'll be an experienced supplier or subcontract management professional who is confident managing commercial relationships, influencing stakeholders and driving supplier performance. We're particularly interested in candidates with: Experience in supplier, subcontract or project management within a complex engineering, manufacturing or defence environment. Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced programme environment. Experience managing supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams. Experience managing supplier risk and resolving contractual issues. Knowledge of project management principles. Experience using ERP systems, ideally IFS. Experience working with international suppliers. APM qualification (desirable). CIPS qualification (desirable). The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell). Pension contributions up to 9%. Private medical insurance. Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work. Life assurance at 4x basic salary. Enhanced parental leave and pay. Paid volunteering leave. Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools. Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands. #LI-DS1 MLSIND4

Head of Quality As Head of Quality, you'll lead quality strategy across a highly regulated pharmaceutical and medical manufacturing operation, ensuring patient safety remains at the heart of everything whilst driving continuous improvement, operational excellence and business growth. BASIC SALARY: £90,000 - £100,000 BENEFITS: Bonus 25 days holiday pension Car allowance Healthcare LOCATION: North West COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Liverpool, Manchester, RELOCATION: We are fully prepared to relocate the right candidate, this role therefore as also been posted in Leeds, Cambridge, Oxford, Derby, Birmingham, Bristol and London Why read on: In this critical leadership role, you'll: ·Set the direction - shaping and delivering the quality strategy across multiple manufacturing and technical locations (2x UK, US and Far East). ·Lead from the front, be visible and present - developing and inspiring established quality teams whilst creating a culture of quality beyond compliance (4 direct c30 indirect reports). ·Influence the business - acting as a key member of the senior leadership team, helping shape operational and strategic decisions. ·Drive improvement - championing continuous improvement, modern quality systems and best practice across highly regulated environments. ·Protect what matters most - ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance and world-class customer service remain central to every decision. Job Description Reporting to the UK Operations Director with a dotted line to the Business Unit Head, you'll have overall responsibility for the quality function across a complex manufacturing business supplying products into highly regulated pharmaceutical and medical markets. This is a genuine leadership role where you'll balance strategic planning with operational execution, working closely with manufacturing, engineering, technical, commercial and external regulatory stakeholders. You'll be responsible for developing quality capability, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting commercial growth and creating a collaborative culture focused on excellence. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead all aspects of Quality across pharmaceutical, medical and industrial operations. ·Develop and implement quality strategies aligned to wider business objectives. ·Provide leadership to multi-site quality teams, developing talent and succession plans. ·Ensure GMP, regulatory (MHRA/EudraLex/FDA) and customer quality requirements are met or exceeded. ·Lead customer, regulatory and third-party audits and inspections. ·Maintain oversight of quality systems, change management, deviations, non-conformances and compliance activities. ·Drive a culture centred around quality, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. PERSON SPECIFICATION: You'll be joining a business at an exciting point in its growth journey. To be successful in your application, you'll be able to demonstrate: ·A degree qualification in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline. ·Significant experience within pharmaceutical, excipient, API, medical device, specialty chemical or similarly regulated manufacturing environments. ·A strong understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical quality systems. ·Proven experience leading, developing and mentoring Quality professionals. ·Experience operating within complex manufacturing environments where safety, quality and compliance are critical. ·A track record of building high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives. ·Exposure to COMAH, process manufacturing, auditing and regulatory inspections would be highly advantageous. THE COMPANY: We are a globally recognised manufacturing business supplying products into critical healthcare and industrial markets. Our operation combines advanced manufacturing, technical innovation and regulatory excellence to support customers around the world. This is an opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a business investing heavily in growth, technology and people. You'll have the platform to influence strategy, develop capability and leave a lasting impact on both operational performance and patient outcomes. PROSPECTS: 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: INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: MH18633

Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role? The HR Advisor will provide proactive, hands-on HR support to the Cambridge site, working closely with managers, employees and the wider UK HR team to deliver an effective and responsive HR service. Reporting to the Head of HR, the role will provide day-to-day HR advice and guidance across the employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on employee relations, employee consultations, absence and sickness management, and supporting managers through organisational change. The role will be highly visible and site-based, building strong relationships with colleagues across the business and ensuring that HR support is accessible, practical and aligned with business needs. The HR Advisor will also support the wider UK HR team on HR initiatives, projects and continuous improvement activity. This role will be 3 days a week and we are looking for someone to be based onsite in Cambridge, the FTE salary for the role is £40,000 - £45,000. Your responsibilities in this role include: Provide day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on a broad range of employee relations matters, ensuring advice is consistent, pragmatic and aligned with company policies and employment legislation Support managers with employee relations processes, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance matters, performance management and other complex people issues Support employee consultation processes, including consultations relating to organisational change, restructuring, changes to terms and conditions and other business-led change initiatives Work closely with managers and the HR team to ensure consultations are planned, well communicated and handled fairly and consistently Coach and support managers in having effective and sometimes challenging conversations with employees Identify potential employee relations risks and escalate complex or sensitive matters to the Head of HR as appropriate Maintain appropriate and accurate documentation throughout employee relations and consultation processes Absence & Sickness Management Provide proactive support and guidance to managers in managing short- and long-term sickness absence Support managers with effective absence management processes, ensuring appropriate interventions are undertaken in a timely and consistent manner Work with managers and relevant internal or external partners to support employees returning to work and, where appropriate, facilitate reasonable adjustments and phased returns Monitor absence data and identify trends, risks and areas requiring intervention Support the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving attendance, employee wellbeing and overall absence management Ensure absence cases are appropriately documented and managed in line with company policy and employment legislation HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Support key employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, changes to employment, promotions, transfers and exits Support recruitment and onboarding activity where required, working with hiring managers and the wider Resourcing team Support performance management processes, including performance reviews, development plans and capability processes Assist with benefits administration and other HR operational activities Support the review and implementation of HR policies and processes, ensuring they remain relevant and aligned with current legislation and business requirements Change & HR Projects Support the Head of HR and wider UK HR team with organisational change and people-related projects Contribute to initiatives supporting organisational effectiveness, employee engagement, capability and culture Provide hands-on HR support during periods of organisational change and transformation Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve the employee and manager experience and HR operational efficiency Use HR data and insights to identify opportunities for improvement and support evidence-based decision making Apply if you have most of the following: Previous experience working in an HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role, providing on support to managers and employees Strong experience in employee relations, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes and performance/capability matters Demonstrable experience supporting employee consultation processes, ideally within an organisation experiencing change, restructuring or transformation Strong practical experience of absence and sickness management, including supporting long-term absence cases and return-to-work processes Experience coaching and advising managers through challenging people situations Experience working within a fast-paced HR environment and managing a varied workload Experience supporting organisational change and/or HR projects Experience using HR systems and maintaining accurate employee records Experience working with HR data and using information to identify trends and inform priorities Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, industrial, logistics or similarly operational environment would be advantageous Technical Skills and Experience CIPD Level 3 or equivalent HR experience is desirable Sound knowledge of UK employment legislation and its practical application within the workplace Strong understanding of employee relations, consultation and absence management processes Good understanding of HR policies, procedures and best practice Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office/365 applications Ability to interpret HR data and use insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a varied workload and manage multiple cases and deadlines Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and managers at all levels Good judgement and the ability to assess risk, identify appropriate solutions and know when to escalate Additional local needs: This is a fully onsite role based at the Cambridge site and requires a regular, visible HR presence on site The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check Occasional travel may be required to support wider UK HR activities, meetings or projects The benefits in this role include: Join a dynamic and collaborative UK HR team with the opportunity to make a visible impact on the employee experience Play a key role in providing hands-on HR support within an important operational site Gain broad exposure across employee relations, consultation, absence management and organisational change Opportunity to work closely with leaders and managers and develop strong business partnering and coaching skills Be part of a business undergoing significant organisational change and transformation, providing valuable experience in change and consultation activity Opportunity to contribute to HR projects and initiatives beyond day-to-day HR operations Develop your HR career through exposure to a wide range of people-related challenges and business priorities Work as part of a supportive UK HR function with the opportunity to influence and improve HR processes and ways of working Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands. #LI-DS1

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