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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Principal Commercial Officer to join a commercial team, managing Domestic Commercial contracts through the full contract life cycle – from bidding and negotiation through to execution and closure. \n This role performs the duties of business winning, negotiation, and contract management, and reports to senior commercial staff, supporting major new business campaigns and delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Playing a key role in winning new contracts and agreements of medium to high complexity, supporting the full Route to Contract and protecting the business's commercial interests\n, • Working within a multi-functional bidding team to generate proposals, including reviewing and drafting contract terms\n, • Supporting senior commercial staff on major new business campaigns\n, • Gaining acceptance and agreement on issues and amendments to ensure contractual compliance within agreed boundaries\n, • Acting as a vital part of the delivery chain, ensuring contractual promises to customers are met, including change management, problem solving and administration\n, • Identifying commercial risks and opportunities associated with bids and contracts, and working with other departments to develop mitigation strategies\n, • Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers and industry partners, with a focus on collaboration\n, • Acting as the interface with internal project teams, providing commercial advice\n, • Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including reporting to senior management on the progress of your portfolio of work\n, • Representing the commercial team in progress reviews and/or customer meetings\n\n The ideal candidate would have: \n\n • Awareness and practical applicability of Intellectual Property and its protection\n, • Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licencing requirements\n, • Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models\n, • Good knowledge of IT and business tools, including SAP\n\n The ideal candidate must have: \n\n • Advanced negotiation and interpersonal skills\n, • Strong process and change management experience\n, • Experience managing more complex, high value contracts\n, • Effective team behaviours, with strong influencing and team working skills\n, • Broad experience across commercial issues, including bidding and contract management throughout the full contract lifecycle\n, • Solid commercial understanding, from customer through to supplier\n, • Good understanding of contract law and its applicability\n, • Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions\n, • Understanding of liabilities and risk mitigation\n\n This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: \n\n • Company bonus scheme, based on company performance\n, • Strong employer pension contribution\n, • Opportunity for paid overtime\n, • Generous flexi leave allowance, with additional days available\n, • Flexible working arrangements welcomed\n, • Enhanced parental leave, covering maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave, plus neonatal leave and fertility testing/treatment support\n, • Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking\n\n If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jack ASAP or apply via this advert! \n Please note that due to the nature of the client's business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. \n We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

An opportunity has arisen with my client for a Goods Inwards Inspector to join them on an initial 12 -month contract. As the Goods Inwards Inspector, you will ensure that goods received from suppliers meet the criteria of the purchase order and are compliant in all respects. Role: Goods Inwards Inspector Pay: £28.71 per hour via Umbrella Company Location: Stevenage Contract: 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week Security Clearance: Security Cleared Responsibilities: Verify and accept procured product in line with contractual conditions. Practiced in reading and understanding assembly drawings with due regards to dimensional tolerances and machined. Examining the finish of all parts to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc. Undertaking first off inspections. Produce relevant inspection/quality control documentation. Check and complete all paperwork associated with the delivered article. Ensure inspections times are met. Control defect items via segregation from good product. Raise and maintain relevant defect reports. Maintain product verification approval process via regular audits. Inspection of PCBs Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process. Maintain to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality. Contribute to the maintenance of an orderly and safe working environment. Skillset/experience required: Formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21 or HNC. Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent certificate. The successful candidate should be a team player who is able to demonstrate customer focus. They should be adaptable to any work-related processes and working practices. Must have goods in inspection experience. Manual handling training. SAP literate is desirable.If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the #LineUpAviation tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow

About the Company Our client is an award-winning, family-owned luxury residential contractor specialising in bespoke homes, extensions, renovations and high-end developments across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional craftsmanship, transparent communication and an outstanding client experience from the initial consultation through to project completion. Every project is built around the client's vision, with quality, professionalism and attention to detail at the heart of everything they do. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a highly organised and personable Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant to support the Managing Director and wider team while ensuring clients receive a first-class service throughout every stage of their project. The Role This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll become the organisational backbone of the business. You'll provide executive support to the Managing Director, oversee day-to-day administration, coordinate client communications and help ensure every customer enjoys a seamless experience throughout their project. As one of the first points of contact for clients, you'll play a key role in maintaining the company's professional, approachable and trusted reputation. Key Responsibilities Provide full Executive and Personal Assistant support to the Managing Director. Manage diaries, meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements. Handle incoming calls, emails and enquiries professionally and efficiently. Act as a key point of contact for clients throughout their project journey. Follow up with clients after meetings, site visits and key project milestones, ensuring exceptional customer service at every stage. Build strong relationships with clients, architects, designers, suppliers and subcontractors. Coordinate project documentation, quotations, contracts and correspondence. Prepare meeting agendas, reports and presentations. Track outstanding actions and ensure deadlines are met. Support the team with general office administration and operational tasks. Maintain organised filing systems and accurate company records. Assist with organising client meetings, company events and hospitality. Help improve office processes and contribute to the continued growth of the business. About You We're looking for someone who is naturally organised, proactive and enjoys building relationships with people. You'll have: Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Administrator. Outstanding organisational and time management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. A warm, professional and confident manner when dealing with clients. A genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service. The ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment. Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint). High levels of discretion, professionalism and attention to detail. Experience within construction, property, architecture or interior design would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer Join an award-winning luxury residential contractor with an excellent reputation. Work alongside a passionate, close-knit and supportive team. Be part of delivering some of the region's finest bespoke homes and renovations. A varied role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact. * Competitive salary, career progression and the chance to grow with an ambitious business. If you're an organised, client-focused professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional service and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you

As a Subcontract Administrator, you will be responsible for procuring goods and services for Trescal UK and the coordination of sub-contract work, as well as ensuring supply chain compliance and governance. Alongside this, you will build supplier relationships, ensuring supplier performance is maintained in line with agreed KPI’s to maximise customer satisfaction. We have an exciting opportunity for an Account Manager to be based at our Stevenage site! If you are passionate about ensuring your clients receive the highest level of service and building long-lasting relationships this could be the role for you! About the RoleYour key responsibilities will include: • Managing sub-contract jobs and compliance with agreed KPI’s and delivery times. • Raising purchase orders for sub-contract work, new equipment, replacement parts. • Ensuring compliance with sub-contract governance and working with the UK tech team to address queries. • Assisting with negotiating prices & recovery of all associated costs. • Communicate effectively with internal departments such as the Laboratory, Logistics, UK Sales to ensure that all customer objectives are met. As an Account Manager, you will be the escalation point for your customers. You will build upon relationships with existing customers and work alongside the Business Development team on new opportunities. You will be responsible for both quoting and pricing, to assist the commercial team in pricing up potential opportunities. Benefits Competitive salary Continuous development and training plan 25 days holiday and the option to buy/sell days Flexible working options Access to the Trescal PerksHub Employee well-being programme Medical Health Cash Plan Pension and Life Assurance Scheme Cycle to work scheme Gym membership discounts Requirements • Previous experience in a purchasing and/or administration environment is essential. • Excellent communication skills both written and oral are essential. • Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Office Suite essential (especially Microsoft Office Excel). • The ability to assimilate technical information with ease • Self-motivated and team-orientated. • Ability to work with minimum supervision in a busy and demanding environment. • Ability to organise your time effectively and perform multi-tasks efficiently and in line with specific timelines. • Other duties as required, commensurate with the role. · Excellent communication skills both written and oral are essential · Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Office Suite preferred, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. · Self-motivated and team-oriented · Ability to work with minimum supervision in a busy and demanding environment · Ability to organise your time effectively and perform multi-tasks efficiently and in line with specific timelines

As a Subcontract Administrator, you will be responsible for procuring goods and services for Trescal UK and the coordination of sub-contract work, as well as ensuring supply chain compliance and governance. Alongside this, you will build supplier relationships, ensuring supplier performance is maintained in line with agreed KPIs to maximise customer satisfaction. We have an exciting opportunity for an Account Manager to be based at our Stevenage site! If you are passionate about ensuring your clients receive the highest level of service and building long-lasting relationships this could be the role for you! About the Role Your key responsibilities will include: Managing sub-contract jobs and compliance with agreed KPIs and delivery times. Raising purchase orders for sub-contract work, new equipment, replacement parts. Ensuring compliance with sub-contract governance and working with the UK tech team to address queries. Assisting with negotiating prices & recovery of all associated costs. Communicate effectively with internal departments such as the Laboratory, Logistics, UK Sales to ensure that all customer objectives are met. As an Account Manager, you will be the escalation point for your customers. You will build upon relationships with existing customers and work alongside the Business Development team on new opportunities. You will be responsible for both quoting and pricing, to assist the commercial team in pricing up potential opportunities. Benefits Competitive salary Continuous development and training plan 25 days holiday and the option to buy/sell days Flexible working options Access to the Trescal PerksHub Employee well-being programme Medical Health Cash Plan Pension and Life Assurance Scheme Cycle to work scheme Gym membership discounts Requirements Previous experience in a purchasing and/or administration environment is essential. Excellent communication skills both written and oral are essential. Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Office Suite essential (especially Microsoft Office Excel). The ability to assimilate technical information with ease Self-motivated and team-orientated. Ability to work with minimum supervision in a busy and demanding environment. Ability to organise your time effectively and perform multi-tasks efficiently and in line with specific timelines. Other duties as required, commensurate with the role. Excellent communication skills both written and oral are essential Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Office Suite preferred, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Self-motivated and team-oriented Ability to work with minimum supervision in a busy and demanding environment Ability to organise your time effectively and perform multi-tasks efficiently and in line with specific timelines TPBN1_UKTJ

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Principal Commercial Officer to join a commercial team, managing Domestic Commercial contracts through the full contract life cycle from bidding and negotiation through to execution and closure. This role performs the duties of business winning, negotiation, and contract management, and reports to senior commercial staff, supporting major new business campaigns and delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers. Key Responsibilities: Playing a key role in winning new contracts and agreements of medium to high complexity, supporting the full Route to Contract and protecting the business's commercial interests Working within a multi-functional bidding team to generate proposals, including reviewing and drafting contract terms Supporting senior commercial staff on major new business campaigns Gaining acceptance and agreement on issues and amendments to ensure contractual compliance within agreed boundaries Acting as a vital part of the delivery chain, ensuring contractual promises to customers are met, including change management, problem solving and administration Identifying commercial risks and opportunities associated with bids and contracts, and working with other departments to develop mitigation strategies Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers and industry partners, with a focus on collaboration Acting as the interface with internal project teams, providing commercial advice Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including reporting to senior management on the progress of your portfolio of work Representing the commercial team in progress reviews and/or customer meetings The ideal candidate would have: Awareness and practical applicability of Intellectual Property and its protection Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licencing requirements Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models Good knowledge of IT and business tools, including SAP The ideal candidate must have: Advanced negotiation and interpersonal skills Strong process and change management experience Experience managing more complex, high value contracts Effective team behaviours, with strong influencing and team working skills Broad experience across commercial issues, including bidding and contract management throughout the full contract lifecycle Solid commercial understanding, from customer through to supplier Good understanding of contract law and its applicability Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions Understanding of liabilities and risk mitigation This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: Company bonus scheme, based on company performance Strong employer pension contribution Opportunity for paid overtime Generous flexi leave allowance, with additional days available Flexible working arrangements welcomed Enhanced parental leave, covering maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave, plus neonatal leave and fertility testing/treatment support Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jack ASAP or apply via this advert! Please note that due to the nature of the client's business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, but if you haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions. TPBN1_UKTJ

My client is looking for a Live Build Manufacturing Technician to join them on an initial 12-month basis. As the Live Build Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing, test and inspection tasks within the Live Build Facility, in accordance with product certification procedures, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives Role: Live Build Manufacturing Technician Pay: £29.70 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Location: Henlow - fully onsite Contract: 12 Months (possible extension) Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week Security Clearance: SC required to start Responsibilities: Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks. Be fully conversant with all equipment, tools and measuring instruments associated with the manufacturing cycle. Ensure manufacturing build, inspection and where relevant, test times are met. Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack. Maintain to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality. Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process. Maintain a safe working environment. Maintain a good housekeeping policy. Communicate best practice to other team members. The Manufacturing Technician will typically be capable of certifying the product and possess a versatile skill base, with a capability to apply their skills, across a range of tasks utilising equipment and tools, gauges and measuring instruments associated with the production, repair and modification of company products to meet defined build standards and specification requirements. Instructions associated with the task to be carried out would normally be documented by Engineering and take the form of Layouts, Schedules and Test Specifications. Equally these requirements may also take the form of a limited documentation set.Skillset/experience required: Approved Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship Framework/Modern Apprenticeship OR Vocational NVQ3 with Further Education, BTEC ONC/HNC In a relevant Engineering/Manufacturing Subject Experience in a Manufacturing / Craftsman position. Experience in Mechanical fittingIf you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply! Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the #LineUpAviation tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow

Senior Electrical Engineer For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place. Role: Senior Electrical Engineer / Responsible Electrical Person Location: Hertfordshire Contract: 12 months Start Date: September 2026 Workscope The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring statutory and legislative compliance, and service delivery of the electrical infrastructure and distribution network across the manufacturing site. This will include the safety and operational integrity of site electrical equipment and systems, covering both HV (11kV) and LV networks. The role acts as the site Duty Holder and Responsible Electrical Person and will lead the electrical function, covering maintenance, operation, statutory compliance, and upgrades where necessary. The role is also responsible for ensuring suitable asset integrity practices are in place and that all training and competency requirements are met. This is a site based role, where you will be required to be on site Monday to Friday with some on call work required outside of these times. Services to be provided Encompassing a mix of site and office-based work, the post holder will be required to access all areas of site, including climbing stairs and ladders to access electrical equipment. • Responsible for the safety of electrical personnel and all work on the electrical equipment and systems at site, • Proactively promote a positive Health & Safety culture and ensure adherence to all policies, • Management of operational, maintenance, and compliance requirements of site electrical systems., • Approval of electrical safety documentation, • Ensure electrical safety guidance is followed, • Ensure that electrical compliance is achieved through adherence with all legislative requirements surrounding statutory inspections, maintenance and close out of remedial actions., • Responsible for compiling and performing HV switching schedules and setting protection settings., • Manage ongoing inspection and compliance programme for ATEX 137 and DSEAR so that equipment suitability is met within hazardous areas and that detailed equipment inspections is in place., • Identity training needs for site electrical team, • Accountable for approval of all those working on electrical equipment and maintaining the database of authorised personnel., • Maintaining an awareness of technology offerings, upgrades and best practice within the electrical environment., • Act as Subject Matter Expert, providing support and advice on electrical equipment design and ongoing assistance for operations and capital projects, • Oversee management of the site HV infrastructure, working with business units to ensure compliance with HSE and site safety requirements, • Develop an improvement roadmap for the HV infrastructure for site and work with Capital Projects to ensure projects are delivered to correct specification Experience & Qualifications • Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, • Chartered Status preferred, • Demonstrable on site industrial electrical (including HV) experience, • Experience holding SAEP status for HV networks, • Understanding of DSEAR / ATEX regulations, • COMPEX 14 qualification desirable, • Development of engineering standards and production of engineering reports, • Experience of HSE frameworks to a minimum IOSH level, • Strong technical foundation and willingness to develop professionally, • Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, • Passion for delivering safe, fit for purpose, accurate design, completed to cost and programme., • Exposure to work in a multi-discipline on site team How to Express Interest: If you are an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer looking for a site based role and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application today. Important Information for Applicants: In accordance with current legislation, this position is only open to candidates who have existing legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Notice to Recruitment Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited CVs or profiles from recruitment agencies. Please do not forward CVs to any of our employees. The Company will not be liable for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions. Application Outcome: If you have not heard from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted at this time. If this is the case, we thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your future career. Equality & Diversity Addison Project Plc is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics. 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As a Subcontract Administrator, you will be responsible for procuring goods and services for Trescal UK and the coordination of sub-contract work, as well as ensuring supply chain compliance and governance. Alongside this, you will build supplier relationships, ensuring supplier performance is maintained in line with agreed KPI’s to maximise customer satisfaction. We have an exciting opportunity for an Account Manager to be based at our Stevenage site! If you are passionate about ensuring your clients receive the highest level of service and building long-lasting relationships this could be the role for you! About the RoleYour key responsibilities will include: • Managing sub-contract jobs and compliance with agreed KPI’s and delivery times., • Raising purchase orders for sub-contract work, new equipment, replacement parts., • Ensuring compliance with sub-contract governance and working with the UK tech team to address queries., • Assisting with negotiating prices & recovery of all associated costs., • Communicate effectively with internal departments such as the Laboratory, Logistics, UK Sales to ensure that all customer objectives are met. As an Account Manager, you will be the escalation point for your customers. You will build upon relationships with existing customers and work alongside the Business Development team on new opportunities. You will be responsible for both quoting and pricing, to assist the commercial team in pricing up potential opportunities. Benefits Competitive salary Continuous development and training plan 25 days holiday and the option to buy/sell days Flexible working options Access to the Trescal PerksHub Employee well-being programme Medical Health Cash Plan Pension and Life Assurance Scheme Cycle to work scheme Gym membership discounts Requirements • Previous experience in a purchasing and/or administration environment is essential., • Excellent communication skills both written and oral are essential., • Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Office Suite essential (especially Microsoft Office Excel)., • The ability to assimilate technical information with ease, • Self-motivated and team-orientated., • Ability to work with minimum supervision in a busy and demanding environment., • Ability to organise your time effectively and perform multi-tasks efficiently and in line with specific timelines., • Other duties as required, commensurate with the role. · Excellent communication skills both written and oral are essential · Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Office Suite preferred, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. · Self-motivated and team-oriented · Ability to work with minimum supervision in a busy and demanding environment · Ability to organise your time effectively and perform multi-tasks efficiently and in line with specific timelines