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Commercial Litigation NQ – Preston \n The Opportunity \n An opportunity has arisen for a junior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a highly regarded disputes team handling a broad range of commercial litigation matters for both private and public sector clients. \n This role offers excellent exposure to varied and high-quality work within a supportive and collaborative environment, making it an ideal opportunity for an NQ-2 PQE Solicitor looking to further develop their commercial disputes experience. \n The team advises on a wide range of complex and commercially sensitive matters and is known for its practical, solutions-focused approach. \n The Role \n You will manage your own caseload while also supporting senior lawyers on more complex disputes across a broad range of commercial litigation matters. \n \n Work will include: \n\n • Contractual disputes\n, • Shareholder and partnership disputes\n, • Director disputes\n, • Breach of warranty claims\n, • Professional negligence matters\n, • Commercial supply contract disputes\n, • Restrictive covenant and confidentiality breaches\n, • Media and reputational disputes\n\n \n The role will also involve: \n\n • Advising clients on contentious matters from inception through to resolution\n, • Managing communications with clients, opponents, courts and third parties\n, • Assisting with new enquiries and business development activity\n, • Collaborating with colleagues across wider teams on joint matters and projects\n, • Supporting the continued growth and development of the team\n\n Requirements \n\n • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales\n, • NQ-2 years’ PQE within Commercial Litigation\n, • Strong technical and drafting skills\n, • Previous experience handling commercial disputes matters\n, • Excellent organisation and time management skills\n, • Strong client care and communication abilities\n, • Ability to manage competing deadlines within a busy team environment\n, • Commercial and pragmatic approach to problem-solving\n\n Interest in business development activities and emerging areas such as AI and legal technology would be advantageous. \n #INDMALN

\n Head of Safety, Health, Environment, & Quality (SHEQ) Nuclear Sector Leader | Strategic Department Oversight | Competitive Salary + Benefits | The Opportunity\n A leading nuclear services company is recruiting a Head of SHEQ to take strategic leadership of their SHEQ function. This is a director-level role - a genuine opportunity to shape SHEQ strategy, build capability, and drive cultural transformation across a multi-site, multi-project organisation operating in complex, regulated environments. \n Why Now: The previous Head of ESH&Q has transitioned to lead international project delivery. This creates a leadership vacancy at a pivotal moment - the business is growing, strategic capability is being refreshed, and there's genuine scope to remodel the department structure if you believe it would improve performance and outcomes. \n The Scale: You'll lead a team across multiple locations, overseeing quality assurance, health & safety, environmental management, and operational compliance. You'll report to the Board, shape SHEQ strategy aligned with business objectives, and drive cultural change that embeds safety and quality as non-negotiable. What This Role Demands\n Strategic Leadership You'll develop and implement SHEQ strategy that's integrated into the business plan, not bolted on. You'll contribute to strategic planning with the board, ensure governance arrangements support safe delivery across operational and project environments, and champion initiatives that embed SHEQ into how the business operates. \n Department Ownership & Reshaping You'll take full accountability for the SHEQ function and the team delivering it. You'll build capability, lead multi-disciplinary teams, and - critically - you'll have the authority and strategic vision to reshape the department structure if you believe it would improve performance. This isn't inheriting a static function; you're building one that works. \n Cultural Transformation You'll drive a strong safety culture where questioning attitude, adherence to procedures, and continuous improvement operate as business-as-usual. You'll shape behaviours, influence senior leaders, and build organisational resilience through learning and challenge. \n Assurance & Risk Management You'll ensure the business remains compliant with legislation and regulatory expectations. You'll oversee assurance programmes, engage credibly with clients and regulators, and ensure ESH&Q risks are identified, assessed, and managed to ALARP. You'll provide independent challenge while maintaining operational credibility. \n Client & Stakeholder Interface You'll act as senior SHEQ interface with clients and regulators. You'll provide authoritative advice to the Board on SHEQ risks and regulatory trends. You'll support bids, tenders, and major project reviews, ensuring proposals meet client and regulatory expectations. You'll build strong relationships that support safe, compliant, high-quality delivery. \n Technical Communication You'll translate complex technical, regulatory, and operational SHEQ data into clear, actionable guidance. You'll communicate at all organisational levels - from frontline teams to the Board - with clarity and credibility. You'll challenge poor thinking and drive evidence-based decision-making. About You\n Essential Experience & Expertise \n \n • 10+ years in Health & Safety, Quality and Environment management - preferably with exposure to multiple disciplines\n, • Proven expertise in ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 accreditations and quality management systems\n, • Track record driving organisational change, including integration, restructuring, and capability uplift\n, • Demonstrated evidence of leading cultural transformation, behavioural safety initiatives, and embedding organisational learning\n, • Leadership capability to manage multi-disciplinary teams across multiple locations\n, • Strategic thinking with ability to shape long-term ESH&Q strategy aligned to business and regulatory expectations\n, • Assurance mindset - ability to challenge, verify, and provide independent oversight whilst maintaining operational credibility\n, • Communication excellence - ability to synthesise complex information into clear, actionable guidance\n, • Influencing and stakeholder engagement skills at senior levels\n \n Qualifications \n \n • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (Essential)\n, • Professional body membership in appropriate technical/safety body (Desirable)\n \n Why You'll Succeed You understand that SHEQ isn't a compliance exercise - it's a strategic lever for business performance. You can operate at board level without losing operational credibility. You're driven by outcomes, not bureaucracy. You're open to challenging the status quo and reshaping how the function operates if it improves delivery. You balance risk management with operational pragmatism. You inspire teams and drive cultural change through influence, not just authority. The Role in Context\n This is a director-level position within a leading nuclear services company with established expertise across decommissioning, waste management, consultancy, R&D, engineering design, site installation, and high-hazard physical work. The business operates across multiple sites, manages diverse project portfolios, and serves complex nuclear clients with regulatory requirements that demand rigorous SHEQ leadership. \n The role offers genuine opportunity to develop strategic SHEQ capability and reshape how the function supports the business. You'll have real autonomy to restructure, develop capability, and drive change. What We Offer\n Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus car allowance. Annual bonus structure. \n Strategic Authority: Full accountability for SHEQ strategy and function. Authority to reshape department structure if you believe it improves performance. Seat at board level. Genuine influence on business direction. \n Team & Scale: Leadership of a team across multiple locations managing quality, health & safety, and environmental functions on diverse projects. \n Development: Opportunity to build capability, develop talent, and transform how SHEQ operates within a business that values continuous improvement and professional excellence. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading nuclear services company is recruiting a Head of SHEQ to take strategic leadership of their SHEQ function. This is a director-level role - a genuine opportunity to shape SHEQ strategy, build capability, and drive cultural transformation across a multi-site, multi-project organisation operating in complex, regulated environments. Why Now: The previous Head of ESH&Q has transitioned to lead international project delivery. This creates a leadership vacancy at a pivotal moment - the business is growing, strategic capability is being refreshed, and there's genuine scope to remodel the department structure if you believe it would improve performance and outcomes. The Scale: You'll lead a team across multiple locations, overseeing quality assurance, health & safety, environmental management, and operational compliance. You'll report to the Board, shape SHEQ strategy aligned with business objectives, and drive cultural change that embeds safety and quality as non-negotiable. Strategic Leadership You will develop and implement SHEQ strategy that is integrated into the business plan, not bolted on. You will contribute to strategic planning with the board, ensure governance arrangements support safe delivery across operational and project environments, and champion initiatives that embed SHEQ into how the business operates. Department Ownership & Reshaping You will take full accountability for the SHEQ function and the team delivering it. You will build capability, lead multi‑disciplinary teams, and - critically - you will have the authority and strategic vision to reshape the department structure if you believe it would improve performance. This isn’t inheriting a static function; you’re building one that works. Cultural Transformation You will drive a strong safety culture where questioning attitude, adherence to procedures, and continuous improvement operate as business‑as‑usual. You will shape behaviours, influence senior leaders, and build organisational resilience through learning and challenge. Assurance & Risk Management You will ensure the business remains compliant with legislation and regulatory expectations. You will oversee assurance programmes, engage credibly with clients and regulators, and ensure ESH&Q risks are identified, assessed, and managed to ALARP. You will provide independent challenge while maintaining operational credibility. Client & Stakeholder Interface You will act as senior SHEQ interface with clients and regulators. You will provide authoritative advice to the Board on SHEQ risks and regulatory trends. You will support bids, tenders, and major project reviews, ensuring proposals meet client and regulatory expectations. You will build strong relationships that support safe, compliant, high‑quality delivery. Technical Communication You will translate complex technical, regulatory, and operational SHEQ data into clear, actionable guidance. You will communicate at all organisational levels—from frontline teams to the Board—with clarity and credibility. You will challenge poor thinking and drive evidence‑based decision‑making. Essential Experience & Expertise • 10+ years in Health & Safety, Quality and Environment management – preferably with exposure to multiple disciplines, • Proven expertise in ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 accreditations and quality management systems, • Track record driving organisational change, including integration, restructuring, and capability uplift, • Demonstrated evidence of leading cultural transformation, behavioural safety initiatives, and embedding organisational learning, • Leadership capability to manage multi‑disciplinary teams across multiple locations, • Strategic thinking with ability to shape long‑term ESH&Q strategy aligned to business and regulatory expectations, • Assurance mindset – ability to challenge, verify, and provide independent oversight whilst maintaining operational credibility, • Communication excellence – ability to synthesise complex information into clear, actionable guidance, • Influencing and stakeholder engagement skills at senior levels Qualifications • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (Essential), • Professional body membership in appropriate technical/safety body (Desirable) Why You’ll Succeed You understand that SHEQ isn’t a compliance exercise – it’s a strategic lever for business performance. You can operate at board level without losing operational credibility. You’re driven by outcomes, not bureaucracy. You’re open to challenging the status quo and reshaping how the function operates if it improves delivery. You balance risk management with operational pragmatism. You inspire teams and drive cultural change through influence, not just authority. This is a director‑level position within a leading nuclear services company with established expertise across decommissioning, waste management, consultancy, R&D, engineering design, site installation, and high‑hazard physical work. The business operates across multiple sites, manages diverse project portfolios, and serves complex nuclear clients with regulatory requirements that demand rigorous SHEQ leadership. The role offers genuine opportunity to develop strategic SHEQ capability and reshape how the function supports the business. You’ll have real autonomy to restructure, develop capability, and drive change. Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus car allowance. Annual bonus structure. Strategic Authority: Full accountability for SHEQ strategy and function. Authority to reshape department structure if you believe it improves performance. Seat at board level. Genuine influence on business direction. Team & Scale: Leadership of a team across multiple locations managing quality, health & safety, and environmental functions on diverse projects. Development: Opportunity to build capability, develop talent, and transform how SHEQ operates within a business that values continuous improvement and professional excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr

HR Manager- Preston UK (Multi-site role)- Head office Preston Full-time and Permanent | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) £45,000 – £50,000 per annum + benefits About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading national distributor within the fmcg sector, with a successful heritage spanning over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £150m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK sites, delivering a wide range of products to businesses of all sizes from independent operators to large-scale organisations. Blending local expertise with national scale, the company is known for its strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and commitment to innovation in a fast-moving industry. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s People Plan. Working closely with the Group HR Director, you’ll take a hands-on, strategic and operational role, supporting managers across the business while driving best practice in people management and employment law compliance. Key Responsibilities Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategy aligned to business goals Lead end-to-end recruitment and workforce planning Oversee onboarding, training, and development initiatives Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, including complex case management Draft and manage HR documentation, policies, and procedures Drive performance management processes, including appraisals and reviews Support succession planning and talent development across business units Monitor and improve employee engagement and retention strategies Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination Maintain accurate HR systems, reporting, and data compliance Deliver training sessions and workshops to managers and teams Lead and contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives ⚖️ Compliance & Culture Ensure full compliance with UK employment legislation and HR best practice Promote a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism Support a safe and compliant working environment, adhering to Health & Safety standards ✅ What We’re Looking For Essential: CIPD Level 5+ (or equivalent experience) Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor Strong knowledge of UK employment law Experience handling complex employee relations cases Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information Desirable: CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) Experience in organisational change or transformation Exposure to M&A activity Knowledge of GDPR/Data Protection Experience using HR analytics and data-driven decision making What’s in It for You? KPI Bonus Scheme 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance Company Sick Pay Employee Discount Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, nationally recognised organisation where you can truly make an impact. You’ll have the autonomy to shape HR practices while working within a supportive leadership structure. How to Apply Send your CV to (url removed) to submit your application or call me on (phone number removed) if you require any additional information. INDBSO

We are seeking an experienced and commercially-minded HR & Learning and Development Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a successful and growing operational business employing approximately 270 people across Lancashire. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead the HR and Learning & Development function, helping us strengthen leadership capability, develop our people and drive a positive, high-performing culture. Whilst this role has a strong strategic focus, we are looking for someone who enjoys being hands-on and operational. You will be equally comfortable contributing at Board and Senior Leadership level as you are supporting managers with complex employee relations issues on site. There is potential for this role to be extended and/or become a permanent appointment, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to demonstrate their impact and help shape the future direction of the people function. What you’ll be doing Lead the people agenda as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Develop and deliver HR and people strategies aligned to business objectives. Drive leadership and management development across the organisation. Coach and mentor managers to build confidence, capability and accountability. Lead on complex employee relations matters and provide expert employment law advice. Support organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee recruitment, talent management, succession planning and employee engagement activities. Lead and develop the HR and Learning & Development team. Use people data and insights to support business decision-making. Build strong working relationships with managers, employees, trade union representatives and external partners. What you will bring Significant experience in a senior HR management role. Strong employee relations expertise and sound employment law knowledge. Experience coaching and developing managers at all levels. A proven track record of delivering people initiatives that improve organisational performance. Experience influencing and partnering with senior leaders. The ability to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational HR demands. Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills. CIPD Level 7 qualification (or Level 5 with substantial relevant management experience). What we offer you Competitive salary. 27 days annual leave (increasing to 32 with length of service) Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%. Death in Service cover – 4x Salary. Free on-site car parking. Company sick pay scheme– up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service. Cycle to work scheme. Role-specific Training. Benefits portal including lifestyle savings. Wellbeing support for mental health. All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied. Who are we? Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract. Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year. Both sites can process over 5,000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill. Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non-biodegradable household waste and our people are vital in helping us achieve this. Our employees work in a variety of operations, maintenance, logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton, actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes. We are dedicated to providing a positive, supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of all our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly, with equal opportunity to succeed. Candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV by Friday 11th September 2026. Please note that the advert may be closed early if we receive sufficient applications. All roles are subject to the following: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol. The Company operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests

Hybrid Mortgage Advisor / Hybrid Mortgage Broker – Preston Location: Preston (City Centre) Salary: Up to £35,000 Basic (including car allowance) OTE: £75,000+ Uncapped Job Type: Employed or Self-Employed Cameron James Professional Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly successful estate agency and financial services business to recruit an experienced Hybrid Mortgage Advisor / Hybrid Mortgage Broker to join its thriving operation in Preston. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Mortgage Advisor looking to join a business that offers genuine estate agency lead generation, hybrid working, outstanding earning potential and long-term career progression. If you're looking for a role where you can focus on advising clients rather than generating business, this could be the perfect next step in your mortgage career. Working from a busy city centre estate agency branch, you'll become part of a well-established financial services team that has built an excellent reputation for delivering exceptional customer service and consistently achieving outstanding results. The business has developed a strong financial services culture across its branch network, ensuring Mortgage Advisors receive a constant flow of warm, qualified mortgage appointments generated directly through the estate agency. Unlike many mortgage roles where advisers are expected to source the majority of their own business, this opportunity provides a steady pipeline of high-quality opportunities. The Preston branch enjoys excellent levels of property activity, with an average property value of around £190,000 and premium homes regularly exceeding £1.2 million, creating an excellent mix of residential mortgage opportunities. This is a genuine hybrid role, although the successful Mortgage Advisor will initially spend approximately three to four days each week working from the Preston branch. This allows you to build strong working relationships with branch managers, negotiators and the wider sales team while becoming fully embedded within the office. Once established, you'll enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, balancing office-based appointments with remote telephone and video consultations. The successful adviser can expect to receive around 20 to 25 qualified mortgage appointments each month, resulting in approximately 8 to 10 completed mortgage applications. Average case sizes are around £1,800, while strong protection opportunities and excellent conversion rates create significant additional earning potential. Advisers who embrace the opportunity and build strong relationships within the branch regularly generate substantial monthly income through a combination of mortgage proc fees, broker fees and protection commission, with realistic on-target earnings comfortably exceeding £75,000 per annum. You'll also benefit from additional referral and overflow business generated by other successful branches across the wider region, ensuring a consistent flow of opportunities throughout the year. As a Hybrid Mortgage Advisor, you'll provide whole-of-market mortgage and protection advice to a broad range of clients, including first-time buyers, home movers, remortgage customers and property investors. You'll conduct appointments face-to-face within the branch, over the telephone and via video, guiding clients through every stage of the mortgage process while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest FCA compliance standards. One of the key attractions of this opportunity is the level of support available. You'll benefit from a dedicated mortgage administration team, experienced compliance professionals and supportive management, allowing you to spend more time advising clients and less time dealing with paperwork. This enables you to maximise your productivity while delivering an outstanding customer experience. For employed advisers, the package includes a basic salary of up to £35,000, including car allowance, together with uncapped commission, monthly performance bonuses, attractive commission splits, pension, Death-in-Service benefit and ongoing professional development. The business has a proven track record of helping advisers maximise both mortgage and protection income while providing genuine opportunities for career progression. For experienced advisers seeking greater flexibility, a self-employed option is also available. This offers 70% commission on self-generated business and 45% commission on company-generated leads, together with full compliance support, dedicated mortgage administration and an established introducer network. It represents an excellent opportunity for ambitious Mortgage Brokers looking to maximise earnings while benefiting from the infrastructure of a highly successful business. To be considered, applicants should hold CeMAP (or equivalent) together with Competent Adviser Status (CAS) and previous experience working as a Mortgage Advisor or Mortgage Broker. Experience within an estate agency environment would be advantageous, although advisers from other whole-of-market or broker backgrounds are also encouraged to apply. Strong residential mortgage and protection knowledge, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer outcomes are essential. If you're looking for a Mortgage Advisor opportunity that combines high-quality estate agency leads, hybrid working, excellent support and realistic earnings of £75,000+, this is one of the strongest opportunities currently available in the Preston market. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Bryn McMillan, Financial Services Recruitment Director at Cameron James Professional Recruitment