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hackajob is collaborating with Just Eat to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Ready for a challenge? \n Then Just Eat Takeaway.com might be the place for you. We're a leading global online delivery platform, and our vision is to empower everyday convenience. \n Whether it's a Friday-night feast, a post-gym poke bowl, or grabbing some groceries, our tech platform connects tens of millions of customers with hundreds of thousands of restaurant, grocery and convenience partners across the globe. \n About this role \n We're looking for a driven Field Market Activator to join our UK Sales team. This is a permanent, field-based role predominantly covering Hertfordshire and key surrounding areas including Amersham, Beaconsfield, Marlow, Henley, High Wycombe, Aylesbury and Buckingham. \n As the face of Just Eat on the ground, your mission is to secure high-value partnerships and drive immediate commercial impact. You will spend your days in the field, visiting priority restaurant and retail partners face-to-face, negotiating profitable terms, and setting them up for long-term growth on our platform. \n Location: Hybrid – Field-based (Hertfordshire) Reporting to: Regional Sales Manager \n These are some of the key ingredients to the role: \n\n • Drive Acquisition & Orders: Identify, negotiate with, and sign up high-priority partners to hit monthly acquisition and order volume targets, ensuring every new partner delivers clear value.\n, • Own the Launch Quality: Take full accountability for how partners look when they go live - ensuring high-quality setups including optimised descriptions, offers, imagery, and promotional bundles.\n, • Hyper-Focus on Early Trading: Monitor and optimise partner performance during their critical first 28 days on the platform to guarantee a successful launch and future success.\n, • Build Profitable Partnerships: Conduct face-to-face field visits to build deep, consultative relationships that drive mutual profitability for both the partner and Just Eat.\n, • Collaborate for Growth: Leverage local data and insights to help your regional team smash collective metrics and expand our customer footprint.\n, • \n\n What will you bring to the table? \n\n • Proven Sales Track Record: Previous experience in a field sales or account acquisition role, with a natural hunger to hit targets and deliver results consistently.\n, • Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build mutually beneficial, profitable business cases face-to-face and close deals effectively.\n, • Relationship Excellence: Enthusiastic, resilient, and highly influential, with the ability to quickly build trust and rapport with partners on the high street.\n, • Self-Motivated & Results-Driven: Ability to work autonomously, manage your time effectively across a large territory, and prioritize high-impact activities.\n, • Planning & Organization: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, ensuring every partner launch is set up for success from day one.\n, • Adaptability & Learning Agility: Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and eager to learn and refine your approach based on data and feedback.\n, • Full UK Driving Licence: Essential for regular field visits across your territory to meet partners face-to-face.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Flexible hours & schedule (our working days are Monday to Friday)\n, • Collaborative team culture\n, • Clear career path & growth opportunities\n, • Branded Just Eat Takeaway car\n, • £81 monthly takeaway spend allowance\n, • 25 days holiday + birthday leave and bank holidays. Purchase or sell up to 5 days extra holiday\n, • Bonus Holidays or Cash after 5 and 10 years of service\n, • Enjoy up to 52 weeks of Maternity or Adoption Leave and up to 6 weeks paternity leave\n, • Comprehensive benefits package including private medical & dental insurance, employer pension contribution, and life assurance at 4x basic salary\n, • Volunteering leave, full sick pay, and well-being support programs\n, • Eye tests, discounts on top brands, and cycle-to-work scheme\n, • Diversity and inclusion initiatives & mentorship and wellness programs\n, • World-class training resources & international career opportunities\n\n At JET, this is how we play \n Our teams forge connections internally and work with some of the best-known brands on the planet, giving us truly international impact in a dynamic environment. \n Being the best at what we do isn't just about delivering on our strategy. It's a competition for something incredibly valuable – our customers' choice. Every time a customer decides where to order, they're picking a side. \n At the heart of the JET Customer League are our values and behaviours. They guide every interaction, every decision, every innovation. These are the actions we need to perform consistently and brilliantly, to surpass the competition and earn our customers' loyalty, again and again. \n Fun, fast-paced and supportive, the JET culture is about movement, growth, helping one another to succeed and celebrating wins. By truly living our values and embodying our behaviours, we're building a customer-first culture which enables us to stay one step ahead of the competition. \n Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging \n No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you are from, you can find your place at Just Eat Takeaway.com. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people and thinking, in which all em \n ployees feel they truly belong and can bring their most colourful selves to work every day. \n What else is cooking? \n Want to know more about our JETers, culture or company? Have a look at our career site where you can find people's stories, blogs, podcasts and more JET morsels. \n Are you ready to take your seat? Apply now! \n #LI-FT1

hackajob is collaborating with Just Eat to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Position: Field Account Executive (Woolwich & Greenwich) \n Department: Sales \n Full Time \n Ready for a challenge? \n Then Just Eat Takeaway.com might be the place for you. We're a leading global online delivery platform, and our vision is to empower everyday convenience. \n Whether it's a Friday-night feast, a post-gym poke bowl, or grabbing some groceries, our tech platform connects tens of millions of customers with hundreds of thousands of restaurant, grocery and convenience partners across the globe. \n About this role \n We provide the platform and tools to help independent restaurants move online and reach a significantly broader customer base – to generate increased orders and grow their businesses. We also provide the insights, advise, and support our growing community needs to satisfy customers and help raise standards across a vibrant takeaway sector. \n As a Field Account Executive, you will be fully accountable for the development and growth of your area, driving both consumer choice and activated takeaway restaurants to maximise Just Eat orders. You will also act as a trusted advisor to our partners in your territory. \n This role is perfect for someone hungry to succeed in sales, with strong customer focus and a collaborative team spirit. You'll lead conversations with partners, deliver results, and care about helping local businesses thrive. \n Location: Woolwich & Greenwich territory (field-based role requiring a valid driving licence) Reporting to: Regional Sales Manager \n These are some of the key ingredients to the role: \n\n • Maximise the potential of existing JUST EAT Takeaway Restaurants through building significant and mutually beneficial commercial relationships. \n, • Educate Restaurant Partners to provide the best possible customer service and experience to their JET consumers\n, • Play an integral role in the onboarding process of all new signings, ensuring that all new restaurants are visited within 14 days of going online and are optimised for success\n, • Prioritise order growth, via activated restaurants, as the measure of success and mentor Restaurant Partners on the vital steps to achieve this in their business.\n, • Use internal platforms (Salesforce, Restaurant Manager) to identify key opportunities for Restaurant Partner growth and find opportunities to drive personal efficiencies\n, • Leverage data and internal tools (Salesforce, Restaurant Manager) to identify growth opportunities and drive effective strategies.\n\n What will you bring to the table? \n\n • Experience in a B2B sales or account management role\n, • A desire to take ownership of ambitious targets\n, • Strong presentation and communication skills\n, • A passion for learning and self-improvement\n, • Sharp attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively\n, • A keen interest in food and the world of restaurants\n, • An exceptional work ethic and the desire to make a difference\n, • Full clean UK driving licence\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Flex Your Time! Choose flexible hours & schedule that fit your life \n, • Team Spirit! Join a collaborative team culture where your voice matters \n, • Grow With Us! Enjoy a clear career path & exciting growth opportunities \n, • Drive in Style! Cruise around in a branded Just Eat Takeaway car \n, • Tasty Perks! Get an £81 monthly takeaway spend allowance \n, • More Time Off! 25 days holiday + birthday leave & bank holidays (Plus, buy/sell up to 5 extra days!)\n, • Loyalty Rewards! Extra holidays or cash bonuses after 5 & 10 years of service\n, • Family First! Up to 52 weeks maternity/adoption leave & 6 weeks paternity leave \n, • Top Benefits Package! Private medical & dental insurance, pension contributions & life assurance (4x salary!) \n, • We Care! Full sick pay, volunteering leave & well-being support programs \n, • Extra Perks! Free eye tests, top brand discounts & cycle-to-work scheme \n, • Diversity & Inclusion! Mentorship, wellness programs & global career opportunities \n, • Level Up! Access to world-class training resources to fuel your success \n\n At JET, this is how we play \n Our teams forge connections internally and work with some of the best-known brands on the planet, giving us truly international impact in a dynamic environment. \n Being the best at what we do isn't just about delivering on our strategy. It's a competition for something incredibly valuable – our customers' choice. Every time a customer decides where to order, they're picking a side. \n At the heart of the JET Customer League are our values and behaviours. They guide every interaction, every decision, every innovation. These are the actions we need to perform consistently and brilliantly, to surpass the competition and earn our customers' loyalty, again and again. \n Fun, fast-paced and supportive, the JET culture is about movement, growth, helping one another to succeed and celebrating wins. By truly living our values and embodying our behaviours, we're building a customer-first culture which enables us to stay one step ahead of the competition. \n Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging \n No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you are from, you can find your place at Just Eat Takeaway.com. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people and thinking, in which all employees feel they truly belong and can bring their most colourful selves to work every day. \n What else is cooking? \n Want to know more about our JETers, culture or company? Have a look at our career site where you can find people's stories, blogs, podcasts and more JET morsels. \n Are you ready to take your seat? Apply now! \n #LI-FT1

Join Our Outstanding Fostering Agency!\n Are you ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and foster families across the West Midlands? At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an Ofsted Outstanding fostering agency where social workers are trusted, supported, and empowered. Role Overview\n Position: Senior / Supervising Social Worker \n Hours: 28 hours per week, flexible on days \n Basic Salary: Up to £39,392.73 per annum (FTE), dependent upon experience \n Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract \n Covering Area: Central West Midlands - Birmingham, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Walsall, and Shrewsbury Why Join Us?\n\n • £1,000 car allowance or Company Car scheme\n, • 30 days’ annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service\n, • Bank holidays\n, • Company pension\n, • Life Assurance x2\n, • Employee Discount Scheme\nAbout Us\n Established in 2000, Fostering People has built a reputation for exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and dedicated staff. With four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted, our commitment to learning and improvement shines through. \n Our 2024 inspection report highlighted: \n\n • Proactive collaboration with a wide range of agencies and professionals.\n, • High levels of satisfaction among staff and carers.\n, • Excellent training opportunities for both staff and carers.\nYour Role\n As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will: \n\n • Recruit, train, assess, support, and supervise a diverse range of Foster Parents.\n, • Ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children.\n\n One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers shared, “Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children’s lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and senior management in a very open and inclusive environment.” What We’re Looking For\n We seek an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while staying connected with team members and Foster Parents. The ideal candidate will: \n\n • Have excellent assessment skills and strong communication abilities (both written and verbal).\n, • Possess good IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports.\n, • Be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.\n, • Have recent experience in fostering and children’s services (though less experienced candidates are welcome).\n, • Understand relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.\nJoin Us in Making a Difference!\n If you’re driven and share our creative vision, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced Supervising Social Worker, we want to hear from you! \n Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

hackajob is collaborating with Just Eat to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Position: Territory Executive (Dorset & Southampton) \n Department: Sales \n Full Time \n Ready for a challenge? \n Then Just Eat Takeaway.com might be the place for you. We're a leading global online delivery platform, and our vision is to empower everyday convenience. \n Whether it's a Friday-night feast, a post-gym poke bowl, or grabbing some groceries, our tech platform connects tens of millions of customers with hundreds of thousands of restaurant, grocery and convenience partners across the globe. \n About this role: \n We provide the platform and tools to help independent restaurants move online and reach a significantly broader customer base – to generate increased orders and grow their businesses. We also provide the insights, advise, and support our growing community needs to satisfy customers and help raise standards across a vibrant takeaway sector. \n As a Field Account Executive, you will be fully accountable for the development and growth of your area, driving both consumer choice and activated takeaway restaurants to maximise Just Eat orders. You will also act as a trusted advisor to our partners in your territory. \n This role is perfect for someone hungry to succeed in sales, with strong customer focus and a collaborative team spirit. You'll lead conversations with partners, deliver results, and care about helping local businesses thrive. \n Location: Bournemouth, Poole & Southampton Reporting to: Regional Sales Manager \n These are some of the key ingredients to the role: \n\n • Maximise the potential of existing JUST EAT Takeaway Restaurants through building significant and mutually beneficial commercial relationships. \n, • Educate Restaurant Partners to provide the best possible customer service and experience to their JET consumers\n, • Play an integral role in the onboarding process of all new signings, ensuring that all new restaurants are visited within 14 days of going online and are optimised for success\n, • Prioritise order growth, via activated restaurants, as the measure of success and mentor Restaurant Partners on the vital steps to achieve this in their business.\n, • Use internal platforms (Salesforce, Restaurant Manager) to identify key opportunities for Restaurant Partner growth and find opportunities to drive personal efficiencies\n, • Leverage data and internal tools (Salesforce, Restaurant Manager) to identify growth opportunities and drive effective strategies.\n\n What will you bring to the table? \n\n • Experience in a B2B sales or account management role\n, • A desire to take ownership of ambitious targets\n, • Strong presentation and communication skills\n, • A passion for learning and self-improvement\n, • Sharp attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively\n, • A keen interest in food and the world of restaurants\n, • An exceptional work ethic and the desire to make a difference\n, • Full clean UK driving licence\n\n Benefits: \n\n • \n Flex Your Time! Choose flexible hours & schedule that fit your life \n • \n Team Spirit! Join a collaborative team culture where your voice matters \n • \n Grow With Us! Enjoy a clear career path & exciting growth opportunities \n • \n Drive in Style! Cruise around in a branded Just Eat Takeaway car \n • \n Tasty Perks! Get an £81 monthly takeaway spend allowance \n • \n More Time Off! 25 days holiday + birthday leave & bank holidays (Plus, buy/sell up to 5 extra days!) \n • \n Loyalty Rewards! Extra holidays or cash bonuses after 5 & 10 years of service \n • \n Family First! Up to 52 weeks maternity/adoption leave & 6 weeks paternity leave \n • \n Top Benefits Package! Private medical & dental insurance, pension contributions & life assurance (4x salary!) \n • \n We Care! Full sick pay, volunteering leave & well-being support programs \n • \n Extra Perks! Free eye tests, top brand discounts & cycle-to-work scheme \n • \n Diversity & Inclusion! Mentorship, wellness programs & global career opportunities \n • \n Level Up! Access to world-class training resources to fuel your success \n\n At JET, this is how we play \n Our teams forge connections internally and work with some of the best-known brands on the planet, giving us truly international impact in a dynamic environment. \n Being the best at what we do isn't just about delivering on our strategy. It's a competition for something incredibly valuable – our customers' choice. Every time a customer decides where to order, they're picking a side. \n At the heart of the JET Customer League are our values and behaviours. They guide every interaction, every decision, every innovation. These are the actions we need to perform consistently and brilliantly, to surpass the competition and earn our customers' loyalty, again and again. \n Fun, fast-paced and supportive, the JET culture is about movement, growth, helping one another to succeed and celebrating wins. By truly living our values and embodying our behaviours, we're building a customer-first culture which enables us to stay one step ahead of the competition. \n Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging \n No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you are from, you can find your place at Just Eat Takeaway.com. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people and thinking, in which all employees feel they truly belong and can bring their most colourful selves to work every day. \n What else is cooking? \n Want to know more about our JETers, culture or company? Have a look at our career site where you can find people's stories, blogs, podcasts and more JET morsels. \n Are you ready to take your seat? Apply now! \n #LI-FT1

Senior Sales Negotiator \n Wolverhampton \n Basic salary up to £30,000 \n Plus uncapped bonus scheme \n Long term career opportunities for progression \n \n Our client is an established independent estate agents currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Sales Negotiator to provide support to other negotiators and the Branch Manager at their busy branch in Wolverhampton We would also be interested with applicatio... \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Published August 10, 2026 Location Dudley, United Kingdom Category Civil Engineering Job Type FreelanceReference OD SE DI Salary 350 per day Start date 2026-08-10 Contact Name Ollie Deakin Contact Email apply.a4ljw55mjqg0@aptrack.co.uk DescriptionA well-established multi-million pound civils contractor is currently looking for an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join their team on a major highways and infrastructure scheme in the Midlands.This is a great opportunity for a Site Engineer with a strong background in highways, drainage and general civils, who is looking to work on a varied infrastructure project involving highway upgrades, road widenings, junction improvements and Section 278 works.The RoleAs Site Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical delivery of highways and civils work packages, working closely with the Site Agent, Project Manager and wider engineering team.The project will involve a range of highways upgrades, road widening works, drainage installations and S278 improvements, giving you exposure to a broad range of civil engineering activities.Key Responsibilities: - Setting out and surveying highways and civil engineering works- Providing technical support to the Site Agent and project team- Setting out road widening and highway improvement works- Setting out junction improvements and S278 works- Setting out drainage, including gullies, carrier drains, manholes and associated connections- Checking line, level and quality of completed works- Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications- Producing and maintaining accurate site records- Completing ITPs, quality documentation and as-built information- Carrying out QA checks and ensuring works are constructed to specification- Working closely with subcontractors to ensure works are delivered correctly- Supporting the preparation and review of RAMS- Identifying technical issues and raising RFIs where required- Liaising with the design team, Site Agent and Project Manager- Ensuring all works comply with health, safety, environmental and quality requirementsExperience Required: The ideal candidate will have previous experience working as a Site Engineer / Setting Out Engineer within a highways or civil engineering environment.You should have good experience with:- Highways construction and upgrades- Road widening schemes- S278 / Section 278 works- Junction improvements- Drainage installation- Earthworks and general civils- Setting out and surveying- Reading engineering drawings- QA, ITPs and as-built records- Working with subcontractors and site teamsCandidates with experience working for Tier 1 or established civils contractors will be highly advantageous.CSCS and relevant engineering/surveying qualifications are required, with SSSTS/SMSTS and highways experience being advantageous.

Salary circa £40,000 | Flexible Working Hours | Company Pension | Career Progression \n A Quality Engineer opportunity has arisen within a well-established specialist manufacturing business supplying products into a diverse range of established and growing engineering sectors. This is a hands-on role focused on customer quality, technical problem solving and continuous improvement rather than inspection. \n Working closely with Operations, Technical and the Quality Manager, you'll lead customer quality investigations, identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions to improve quality and manufacturing performance. \n Quality Engineer responsibilities include - \n\n • Leading customer complaint investigations and producing robust customer-facing 8D reports.\n, • Conducting structured Root Cause Analysis and implementing and verifying corrective actions.\n, • Supporting PPAP and APQP activities while maintaining FMEAs and Control Plans.\n, • Analysing quality data to identify recurring issues and improvement opportunities.\n, • Working closely with Operations and Technical teams to improve process capability and reduce defects.\n, • Supporting customer visits, internal audits, non-conformance investigations and continuous improvement projects.\n\n Quality Engineer desirable skills and experience - \n\n • Quality Engineer experience within an automotive manufacturing environment.\n, • Customer quality experience, including leading investigations and producing customer-facing 8D reports.\n, • Strong Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving skills.\n, • Knowledge of Automotive Core Tools including PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC and MSA.\n, • Experience working within an IATF 16949 environment.\n, • Confident customer-facing communication skills with a proactive and methodical approach to problem solving.\n\n Quality Engineer benefits include - \n\n • Salary circa £40,000.\n, • Flexible working hours.\n, • Company pension scheme.\n, • Opportunity to work within an established Quality team.\n, • Ongoing training and career development.\n, • Opportunity for future progression.\n\n This role would suit an experienced Quality Engineer or Customer Quality Engineer looking to join an established manufacturing business supplying a diverse range of growing industry sectors. \n If you're an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong background in customer quality, 8D and Root Cause Analysis looking for your next opportunity, apply now via the link in this Quality Engineer advert. \n Keywords: \n Quality Engineer, Customer Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Automotive Quality, IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D, Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Corrective Actions, Control Plans, Automotive Core Tools, Customer Quality, Non-Conformance, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Wolverhampton, West Midlands. \n ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Are you an experienced Product Manager orTechnical Sales professional? Do you have a background in electrical machinery/equipment? Are you confident working across product development, electrical safety standards, and global commercial activities?If so, a global engineering business is looking to appoint a Product Manager – Electrical Safety to take ownership of one of its product portfolios, supporting the continued growth of an established global product line.Product Manager – Electrical SafetyPermanent PositionRemote working available£50,000 - £65,000 + BonusWolverhamptonProduct Manager – Electrical SafetyJob Description:\n\n • Owning the product portfolio across the full product lifecycle, including development, launch, growth and optimisation.\n, • Leading the delivery of the product to market, including product requirements, business case development, competitive positioning and go-to-market planning.\n, • Developing and applying knowledge of electrical safety standards including UL 1436, NFPA 70E, IEC 61010, IEC 61243-5 and EN 50110 to shape product requirements and positioning.\n, • Conducting structured Voice of Customer activity with end users, channel partners and industry stakeholders across global markets.\n, • Owning and maintaining the 3-year electrical safety product roadmap, aligned with wider business and strategic priorities.\nProduct Manager – Electrical SafetyEssential Experience/Skills/Qualifications:\n\n, • 5+ years' experience in Product Management, Technical Marketing or Technical Sales within a technical B2B environment.\n, • Strong background within Electrical/Electro-mechanical machinery or equipment\n, • Practical understanding of low-voltage electrical systems\n, • Advantageous to have working knowledge of one or more of UL 1436, NFPA 70E, IEC 61010, IEC 61243-5, EN 50110\n, • Proven experience managing products through the full lifecycle, from requirements and business case through certification, launch and commercial optimisation.\nBenefits:\n\n, • 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays\n, • Pension – employer contribution up to 10.5%\n, • Company Bonus Scheme\n, • Airport parking discounts\n, • Eyecare\n, • Remote working\n, • Annual Halma share vesting scheme\n, • Long service recognition\n, • Life assurance cover\nPlease apply below if this role is of interest!

Your new companyA well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of infrastructure and highways projects in the Dudley area. With a strong order book and a reputation for delivering complex civil engineering schemes, they are looking for a proactive individual to join the team on a freelance basis.Your new roleAs Site Agent, you will work alongside the Site Manager and report directly to the Contracts Manager, taking responsibility for the safe and successful delivery of a highway and civil engineering scheme in Dudley. \n\n • Managing day-to-day site operations across drainage, kerbing, paving and Section 278 works\n, • Coordinating subcontractors, labour, plant and materials\n, • Monitoring programme performance and ensuring works are delivered on schedule\n, • Reviewing and interpreting construction drawings and specifications\n, • Ensuring high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance\n, • Conducting site inspections and overseeing quality control processes\n, • Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress to the Contracts Manager\n, • Liaising with project stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of works\n, • Supporting the Site Manager with the overall management and performance of the project\n, • Identifying and resolving site issues to minimise programme impacts and delays\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • Previous experience working as a Site Agent within civil engineering or highways\n, • Strong background delivering drainage, kerbing and paving works\n, • Experience working on Section 278 schemes\n, • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings\n, • SMSTS\n, • Strong leadership and communication skills\n, • Experience managing subcontractors and site teams\n\n What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Reference: 4821460Job ID: 5410200Posted: 2026-08-17Closing date: 2026-11-14Location: DudleySalary: 50k+ (Monthly Rate)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Accountancy Firms / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Catherine HubbardHays office: Birmingham — 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square,Phone: 0121 236 5277Email: catherine.hubbard@hays.comYour new companyAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tax Manager to join a successful, well-established independent firm. This role offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership while making a real impact on clients and the wider tax department. You’ll support clients with tax advice across a range of matters as well as overseeing the tax compliance process.Your new roleWorking closely with the Tax Partner, you'll manage a portfolio of personal tax clients, overseeing compliance matters and formulating technical tax advice. You’ll also support clients through Making Tax Digital (MTD). You'll review tax returns and computations, support the allocation of work across the team, mentor junior colleagues, and help ensure clients receive an exceptional service. You will also have opportunities to get involved in business development and networking activities to support the growth of the department.What you'll need to succeedYou'll have a strong background in personal tax with excellent technical knowledge and the confidence to manage client relationships effectively. CTA qualification is preferred, although candidates who are qualified by experience with relevant expertise will also be considered. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, positive approach are essential.What you'll get in returnIn return, you'll receive a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including a staff pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and the option to exchange salary for additional annual leave or enhanced pension contributions. You'll also have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your expertise and ideas will be valued.Ready for your next challenge?If you're an experienced tax professional looking for a rewarding role with genuine flexibility and career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. #4821460 - Catherine Hubbard

Reference: 26178Aftersales ManagerEvans HalshawFord/ Lepas, WalsallCompetitive salary and bonus with company car, pension, life assurance, single health care, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales servicesOur Evans Halshaw site Ford / Lepas Walsall are recruiting an Aftersales Manager to oversee their workshop, Service Advisors and parts department. We are looking for a candidate with past automotive aftersales experience. Customer focus and providing excellent customer service is key. You will be a very driven and commercially minded candidate and be very comfortable in a target driven environment.What does the role of an Aftersales Manager involve?• Ensure all warranty and repair work is carried out adheres to manufacturer and company standards• Maximise efficiency and profitability for the Service department through labour sales, parts and materials and constantly assessing against budget objectives• Management of accounts, budgets and costs for the whole department.• Regular review of pricing policies and ensuring appropriate legislation is adhered to• Leading the team, setting clear targets and KPIs, to excel and over achieve these• Ensure and maintain a safe working environment and that processes are followed that adhere to health and safety regulations• Enhancing levels of customer service to achieve a high CSI score for the departmentWhat do you need to succeed as an Aftersales Manager?• Experience in a target driven environment with the ability to lead and motivate a team to exceed targets• Passionate about providing exceptional levels of customer service to ensure customer retention• Proven background in running a successful workshop or parts department.• Strong business acumen• Strong knowledge of consumer/vehicle legislationWhat we can offer you:Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you loveCelebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthdayOur industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters mostAccess a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to driveTake a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heartWe believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversariesUnlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunitiesCommute for less with our cycle to work schemeAccess high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewardingKnow someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral schemeAt Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.We want your recruitment journey to be unique to you and as accessible as possible. If you need any additional support with your application or have specific requirements at any stage, please let us know via email: UK_resourcing@lithia.com. Our team will be happy to support you throughout every stage of the process.Location:Walsall Ford Region:West Midlands Franchise:Ford South Salary:Competitive salary and bonus with company car and excellent company benefits

Join us at a pivotal moment, where investment operations expertise, data integrity, and process excellence come together to underpin effective LGPS pooling and deliver strong outcomes. \n \n The Private Markets Operations Analyst plays a key role within the Investment Operations team, which provides essential support to the Investment function. This position is responsible for ensuring the smooth and accurate processing and support for new investment activity and life cycle support of existing investments. \n \n The role involves daily interaction and collaboration with internal teams across the firm, primarily the Investment teams but also including Client Services and Compliance, as well as with key external partners such as the Fund Administrator/Accountant, technology vendors and the General Partners. The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes, support the implementation of investment strategies, and help ensure regulatory and procedural compliance in line with best practice and LGPS Central’s commitment to excellence in asset management. \n \n What you'll be doing: \n As our Investment Operations Analyst (Private Markets), here's an insight into what you'll be getting up to: \n Fund and LP Administration \n\n • Provide operational support to Fund Managers.\n, • Preparing cashflow notices and managing cashflow activity with investors and General Partners.\n, • Bank and cash management and reconciliation\n, • Managing foreign exchange requirements\n, • Monitoring, processing and payment of invoices\n, • Oversight of the Fund Administrator for outsourced services including reviewing ongoing KPI and SLA performance\n, • Resolving investor queries\n, • Supporting internal audits\n, • Contribute to the development of the Target Operating Model\n, • Ad-Hoc project support\n\n Accounting and Reporting services \n\n • Maintaining investment and accounting records\n, • Reconciling financial statement line items\n, • Supporting valuation of investments\n, • Annual accounts preparation in compliance with FRS 102\n, • Preparing performance calculations\n, • Annual financial statement audit liaison\n, • Cost transparency reporting\n, • Preparation of quarterly performance reporting\n\n Regulatory and compliance \n\n • Periodic monitoring and review of the investors admitted and entities activity\n, • Compliance monitoring and reporting\n, • Formulating and implementing detailed compliance procedures in relation to applicable regulatory requirements.\n, • Preparing AIFMD Annex IV reporting\n, • Liaising with tax advisor for partnership tax compliance and tax structuring\n, • Ensuring compliance with Limited Partnership Agreement for administrative functions\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Sulfolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Previous Fund Administration and/or Fund Accounting experience for Private Market investments, from either an Asset Management or Fund Administrator background.\n, • Some previous experience of supporting any of Private Equity, Private Debt, Infrastructure, Property investments is a must.\n, • An understanding of the roles played by an Outsourced Administrator.\n, • Any experience of Charles River, eFront or similar platforms would be an advantage.\n, • Competent grasp of the ‘life of a trade’ structure, knowledge of investment and accounting requirements and preparation of call and distribution notices.\n, • Understanding of regulations pertaining to Private Market investments.\n, • Proven track record of outstanding customer service, ideally servicing Financial Institutions.\n, • High attention to detail, analytical.\n, • Able to communicate complex and highly-technical matters in a way which is understandable and relevant.\n, • Confidence when communicating.\n, • Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills, able to develop pragmatic solutions to complex problems.\n, • Able to build effective relationships across all levels of the company.\n, • Highly organised and able to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities under significant time pressures.\n, • Strong interpersonal, communication and people management skills.\n, • Ability to challenge appropriately.\n, • Ability to think outside the box.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Degree level or equivalent\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to work scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join us at a pivotal moment, where strategic procurement, vendor oversight, and long-term value delivery come together. \n \n This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a key part in ensuring LGPS Central Ltd procures goods and services and manages its critical suppliers and service providers effectively. Working alongside and supporting the Procurement and Vendor Oversight Manager, the postholder will gain hands-on experience in procuring a varied portfolio of goods and services, contract management and third-party vendor oversight within one of the UK’s leading LGPS pooling organisations. \n \n The role will suit someone who is organised, proactive, and keen to develop their expertise in procurement activities, contract management and vendor oversight. With exposure across the organisation including Investments, Finance, Legal and other services, this role provides the chance to build a strong understanding of public sector pensions pooling and the frameworks that underpin good governance and supplier relationships. \n \n What you'll be doing: \n Procurement \n\n • Procurement strategy development and execution of procurement activities, including drafting of tender documentation, tender evaluation, and onboarding processes, in line with Procurement Act 2023 and internal procurement policy.\n, • Assist with drafting and maintaining procurement documentation, including Invitation to Tender (ITTs), evaluation templates, and contract registers.\n, • Liaise with internal teams to gather requirements and ensure procurement activities are delivered on time and compliant with legislation and policy.\n, • Embed procurement best practice, through advice, providing guidance and training.\n, • Deputise for the Procurement and Vendor Oversight Manager as required.\n\n Vendor Oversight & Contract Management \n\n • Support the monitoring and oversight of suppliers and service providers.\n, • Assist in maintaining governance, risk and compliance system in relation to third party vendor oversight.\n, • Assist functions in the management of supplier risk and supplier management.\n, • Lead user of tender and contract management system, providing training and support to other users.\n, • Provide support to functions to ensure service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) are monitored and managed appropriately.\n, • Support periodic vendor reviews and reporting to internal governance forums.\n, • Support contract leads in undertaking supplier reviews and completing oversight activities.\n\n Compliance & Governance \n\n • Ensure procurement and vendor oversight activities are aligned with FCA, LGPS pooling requirements, and internal policies.\n, • Contribute to audits, compliance checks, and regulatory reporting as required.\n, • Promote strong governance, risk management, and transparency in procurement and vendor oversight processes.\n\n Relationship Management \n\n • Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders across Operations, Finance, Investments, and Legal.\n, • Support effective communication with suppliers, ensuring professional engagement and resolution of issues.\n, • Promote best practice in supplier management and procurement processes.\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n Procurement Knowledge: \n\n • Familiarity with public sector procurement processes, regulations (PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023), and best practice in tendering and supplier selection.\n\n Vendor Oversight Skills: \n\n • Experience supporting contract management, supplier due diligence and oversight activities.\n\n Organisation & Attention to Detail: \n\n • Ability to maintain accurate records, track deliverables, and monitor supplier performance.\n\n Stakeholder Engagement: \n\n • Strong interpersonal skills to support collaboration across teams and with external providers.\n\n Analytical & Reporting Skills: \n\n • Comfortable collating, analysing and presenting data associated with procurement activity and supplier performance.\n\n Teamwork and Communication: \n\n • Ability to work as part of team, promoting knowledge sharing and collaboration.\n, • Effective communicator, with the ability to communicate technical information at all levels, including to senior stakeholders.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • CIPS Level 3 (Advanced Certificate) or working towards (desirable).\n, • Experience in procurement, vendor management, or contract management.\n, • Experience ideally within the public sector (desirable).\n, • Degree-level education (desirable but not essential with relevant experience).\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment — where operational excellence powers long-term investment impact. \n \n The PMO Analyst will support the Programme Management Team in coordinating and delivering LGPS Central’s key change programmes and projects. \n \n This role provides vital structure and consistency across all programme activities, helping to ensure that governance, planning, and reporting are delivered to a high standard. The postholder will maintain key documentation such as project plans, RAID logs, and action trackers, and work collaboratively with project managers and stakeholders across the business to support the successful delivery of strategic change. \n \n This is a great opportunity for someone with project coordination or PMO experience to develop their skills within a professional, purpose-led, and growing organisation. \n \n What you'll be doing: \n\n • Support the Programme Management Team in coordinating and delivering multiple workstreams and projects.\n, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project plans, schedules, and milestone trackers.\n, • Manage and update RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies) and ensure appropriate escalation and follow-up.\n, • Prepare and maintain key documentation, dashboards, and reports for programme and governance meetings.\n, • Coordinate programme meetings – scheduling, taking minutes, tracking actions, and ensuring timely follow-through.\n, • Help monitor and track project progress against timelines, budgets, and dependencies.\n, • Support consistency in PMO processes, tools, templates, and documentation standards.\n, • Work collaboratively with colleagues across LGPSC to enable effective change delivery and governance.\n, • Support the continuous improvement of the PMO function and assist in embedding best practice project management across the organisation.\n\n \n About Us \n \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Experience working in a PMO, project coordination, or project support role, ideally within a professional, financial services, or regulated environment.\n, • Strong organisational and administrative skills, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.\n, • Good understanding of project management principles, including governance, RAID management, and reporting cycles.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experienced in project tracking tools (e.g. Planner, Smartsheet, or MS Project).\n, • Strong time management skills, able to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.\n, • A proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.\n, • Experience supporting transformation or change programmes in financial services, pensions, or asset management.\n, • Familiarity with project methodologies such as PRINCE2, APM, or Agile.\n, • Experience preparing management information, dashboards, or programme-level reports.\n, • Understanding of benefits tracking and post-project review processes\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Degree level or equivalent experience.\n, • PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management qualification desirable.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n \n The Head of Commercial and Strategic Partnerships will lead the company’s commercial strategy across supplier relationships, strategic partnerships and wider third party engagement. The role will ensure we secure high quality services and partnerships that meet operational, regulatory and value for money expectations, while supporting our longer-term strategic ambitions. \n \n The postholder will build strong relationships across the organisation to understand business needs early, shape commercial options and support delivery. They will lead on assessing and managing strategic partnerships that strengthen capability, improve outcomes for Partner Funds and support the organisation’s future operating model. They will work closely with the Procurement Manager to ensure that procurement, contract management and third-party risk activity are joined up, well controlled and aligned to LGPS Central’s objectives. \n \n This role will set the standard for how we manage our commercial relationships across the Company. It will shape a culture of commercial awareness, transparency and accountability, ensuring our approach remains robust, forward looking, focused on value for money and aligned to the expectations of Partner Funds, regulators, government and other key stakeholders. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n Commercial strategy and partnership leadership \n\n • Lead the commercial and strategic partnership strategy, aligned to business priorities.\n, • Identify and develop partnership models that strengthen capability and improve outcomes.\n, • Set governance for commercial decisions, including options appraisal, due diligence and decision records. \n\n Strategic partnerships and external engagement \n\n • Own key strategic relationships and ensure clear objectives, deliverables and success measures.\n, • Negotiate partnership terms, including governance, performance expectations and exit provisions.\n, • Monitor partnership health, risks and dependencies and drive continuous improvement. \n\n Contracting and commercial management \n\n • Oversee contract lifecycle activity including drafting, negotiation, renewals and change control.\n, • Maintain visibility of key dates, obligations and commercial risks.\n, • Support early resolution of commercial issues and disputes.\n\n Supplier and partnership performance management \n\n • Set standards for service management including KPIs, SLAs, reviews and improvement plans.\n, • Ensure contract owners manage performance consistently and address issues early.\n, • Maintain accurate performance and commercial governance records.\n\n Vendor oversight, operational resilience and risk \n\n • Ensure vendor oversight meets regulatory expectations and supports operational resilience.\n, • Oversee due diligence, ongoing monitoring and risk actions for key suppliers and partners.\n, • Work with Legal, Compliance, Risk, Finance and Technology on third party controls and reporting.\n\n Leadership and team development \n\n • Build strong relationships across the organisation and act as a trusted adviser on commercial decisions\n, • Encourage continuous improvement and drive consistent ways of working across commercial activity\n, • Promote a culture of transparency, accountability and proactive risk management\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Commercial and partnership leadership: Experience leading commercial strategy, contract negotiations and relationship management in a complex organisation.\n, • Vendor oversight and governance: Strong background in supplier due diligence, ongoing monitoring, operational resilience checks and managing third party risk in a regulated environment.\n, • Contracting and negotiation skills: Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial terms, managing contract lifecycles, renewals and commercial change.\n, • Stakeholder engagement: Strong interpersonal skills to engage senior leaders, project teams and external suppliers and partners. Able to influence and guide colleagues through commercial decision making.\n, • Analytical and reporting skills: Comfortable collating, analysing and presenting information on commercial activity, supplier and partner performance, risk findings and cost analysis for committees and senior stakeholders.\n, • Organisation and attention to detail: Ability to maintain accurate records, track obligations, monitor performance and manage multiple priorities in parallel.\n, • Communication: Clear communicator able to explain commercial, procurement and vendor requirements to both technical and non-technical colleagues, including senior stakeholders and committees.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • A professional qualification is desirable in Procurement, Finance or another relevant field.\n, • Degree-level education (desirable but not essential with relevant experience).\n, • Must be able to meet the requirements of an FCA Certified role.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Waste Contracts Manager - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract \n Salary: £39,152 - £42,839 per annum, depending on experience \n Location: West Midlands Hybrid working 2 days office based with flexibility \n 12-month FTC (Maternity Cover) \n \n Are you an experienced waste professional looking for an opportunity to take ownership of high-profile frontline services and play a key role in the continued delivery of services that matter to thousands of residents every day? \n \n We are working with an award-winning local authority to recruit a Waste Contracts Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. \n \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team at an important time for the service. With a major new household waste collections contract recently launched and food waste collections newly introduced, you will play a key role in embedding these services, working closely with contractors and ensuring they continue to deliver the high standards residents expect. \n Whether your experience has been gained within a local authority, commercial waste contractor, recycling business or wider environmental services organisation, we would be keen to hear from you. \n \n The role \n As Waste Contracts Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of outsourced waste services, with primary responsibility for the household waste collections contract, alongside recycling and composting/disposal contracts. \n \n This is a varied and fast-moving operational role, combining proactive contract management with hands-on problem-solving. No two days are the same, and the unexpected can happen at any time. You could be reviewing contractor performance and service data one moment and working collaboratively with suppliers to resolve an operational issue the next. \n \n You will work in partnership with external contractors, monitor service performance and ensure services continue to operate smoothly and effectively. \n \n Key responsibilities will include: \n · Managing and monitoring the performance of outsourced waste contracts. \n · Working collaboratively with suppliers to maintain and improve service delivery. \n · Supporting the continued embedding of a recently launched household waste collections contract. \n · Supporting the successful delivery of newly introduced food waste collections. \n · Identifying and resolving operational issues quickly and effectively. \n · Monitoring performance and ensuring contractors meet expected service standards. \n · Building strong relationships with suppliers, colleagues and key stakeholders. \n · Balancing proactive service improvement with the day-to-day demands of a busy frontline operation. \n · Leading and supporting a small team of waste, project and business support professionals. \n \n About you \n \n You will have previous experience within the waste sector. This could have been gained within a local authority, a commercial waste contractor, environmental services, recycling or a related organisation. \n \n Local authority experience would be advantageous, but it is not essential. We are equally interested in hearing from commercially experienced waste professionals who understand operational service delivery, contractor relationships and the realities of working in a fast-paced environment. \n \n You will be someone who:2 \n \n · Has strong waste management experience. \n · Understands operational service delivery and contract management. \n · Builds effective relationships with contractors, suppliers and stakeholders. \n · Is confident making decisions and solving problems at pace. \n · Remains calm and focused when managing competing priorities and unexpected issues. \n · Can balance proactive planning with reactive operational demands. \n · Has strong communication and influencing skills. \n · Is comfortable taking ownership and making things happen. \n Previous line management experience would be beneficial, as you will lead a small team. \n A Level 6 qualification in Waste Management or a related discipline would be welcomed; however, relevant qualifications in areas such as environmental management, business administration or management will also be considered alongside suitable experience. \n Why join? \n This is a rare opportunity to take on a varied and visible role within an award-winning local authority and gain valuable experience managing major frontline waste services at a particularly exciting point in their development. \n You will be joining a team that takes real pride in delivering excellent services and will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact from day one. \n The role offers: \n · Salary of £39,152 - £42,839 per annum, depending on experience. \n · 28 days' annual leave. \n · Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. \n · Flexible hybrid working. Flexibility around working hours, subject to service requirements. \n · A supportive and collaborative working environment. \n · The opportunity to gain valuable experience overseeing significant waste contracts and newly introduced services. \n The team operates flexibly, with approximately two days per week in the office as a general guide. There is also a monthly in-person team meeting on a Monday, alongside any other attendance required to support business needs. \n Interested? \n If you have experience within waste management and are looking for a role where you can combine contract management, operational problem-solving, supplier relationships and team leadership, we would love to hear from you. \n Applications are welcomed from candidates across both the public and private sectors. \n Apply today or contact Daniel for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n As a key member of the Finance team, the Fund Accounting Manager will be responsible for supporting the Head of Finance in ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of the company’s financial operations. The role will be responsible for financial reporting, oversight of the fund accounting activities carried out by the outsourced providers, regulatory reporting and cost sharing reporting to the Partner Funds. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n Financial Reporting & Compliance \n\n • Oversee the preparation of the annual reports and financial statements of LGPS Central Limited’s investment products.\n, • Assist in the completion of regulatory returns and ensure compliance with financial regulations.\n, • Work with internal and external auditors, supporting audit plans and ensuring smooth processes.\n, • Contribute to the preparation of the financial statements of subsidiary entities of LGPS Central Limited and reconciliations of balances and transactions between group entities.\n, • Contribute to the preparation of tax filings in respect of the investment products.\n, • Contribute to the management of VAT matters in respect of the investment products.\n\n Partner Fund Reporting \n\n • Contribute to the preparation of regular Partner Fund reporting in respect of the investment products, in liaison with the Investments team and the Investment Operations team, including the provision of cost and performance information.\n\n Cost Transparency & Benchmarking \n\n • Prepare and analyse cost transparency workings.\n, • Prepare and analyse cost and performance benchmarking data.\n\n Forecasting & Treasury Management \n\n • Oversee treasury management activities and cash flow forecasts in liaison with the Investment Operations team, ensuring effective risk management.\n, • Administer the settlement of accounts payable in respect of LGPS Central Limited’s investment products.\n, • Contribute to the development of the business cases for potential products, including the evaluation of the costs thereof.\n\n Oversight of Outsourced Providers \n\n • Oversee the work of the outsourced providers of fund accounting and financial reporting services to LGPS Central’s investment products.\n, • Perform checks, reconciliations and analyses of the output of the outsourced service providers.\n, • Liaise effectively with the outsourced service providers, including participating in regular meetings.\n, • Contribute to the performance management of the outsourced service providers.\n\n Stakeholder & Supplier Management \n\n • Work closely with the Investments and Investment Operations teams on a day-to-day basis.\n, • Manage external service providers, including the outsourced service providers, banking, auditing and tax advisory services.\n, • Support financial reporting and ad hoc responses to the Partner Funds and other key stakeholders.\n\n Risk Management & Policy Development \n\n • Assist in developing and ensuring compliance with key financial policies.\n, • Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing improvements where needed.\n\n Leadership & Team Development \n\n • Provide financial insights and advice to managers on projects, business cases and decision-making.\n, • Promote financial best practices and value for money across the company through training and advisory support\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Able to communicate complex and highly technical matters in a way which is understandable and relevant.\n, • Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills, able to develop pragmatic solutions to complex problems.\n, • Good report-writing and verbal skills.\n, • Active participant in continuous professional development, with an up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting, finance, investments and pensions matters.\n, • Able to motivate and inspire members of the Finance team to develop themselves and perform to a high level.\n, • Able to build effective relationships at all levels of the company and across the wider industry.\n, • Highly organised and able to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities under significant time pressures.\n, • Good interpersonal, communication and people management skills.\n, • Highly analytical, able to work with complex data sets.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).\n, • Meets all the requirements of being an FCA approved person.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long term impact. \n \n Based in Wolverhampton, the successful candidate will work closely with the Governance Manager, Company Secretary and Chief Legal, Compliance and Risk Officer (CLCRO) to ensure the effective management of the firm’s governance framework. \n \n What you'll be doing: \n As a Governance Officer you will: \n\n • Administrative oversight and co-ordination of all of the firm’s Tier One, Tier Two and Tier Three governance bodies, including:\n, • Drafting and coordinating agendas;\n, • Drafting minutes;\n, • Co-ordinating and quality control around packs of papers;\n, • Circulating papers and engaging with recipients;\n, • Supporting stakeholder engagement.\n, • Prompting and enforcing deadlines / ensuring effective scheduling.\n, • Support the Governance Manager in the administrative oversight and co-ordination for ‘Tier One’ governance bodies (currently including the LGPSC Board and its sub-committees and the firm’s subsidiary company boards), the Executive Committee and the company’s annual shareholder meetings.\n, • Ensure consistency and high standards of governance retained throughout the organisation.\n, • Timeously assisting with corporate filings with Companies House for the firm and its subsidiaries, including annual confirmation statements.\n, • Supporting the oversight and reporting around the integrity and efficiency of governance processes.\n, • Assisting with the management of key suppliers in support of the governance framework.\n, • Managing the ‘effectiveness’ reviews of the Tier One, Tier Two and Tier Three bodies.\n, • Oversight of the Company Structure Charts, ensuring these are maintained and updated appropriately (including the Governance Structure Chart).\n, • Assisting with the annual review of the Company’s Committee Terms of Reference (Tier 1, 2 and 3).\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Sulfolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • A track-record of governance experience in the financial services or corporate sectors.\n, • An awareness of best practice governance principles and practice and experience in reinforcing those.\n, • The ability to operate to high standards of professional integrity.\n, • Excellent inter-personal and relationship management skills.\n, • Highly organised and able to meet deadlines in a professional and timely manner.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n, • Must be fully conversant in Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint and use of databases such as Excel, Word, Sharepoint, and have the ability to learn new software quickly (including board management tools).\n, • Desire to provide services within a culture of customer focus, continuous improvement and service excellence.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • NVQ Level 4 or other qualification in Business Administration, Governance, Company Secretarial and/or equivalent in- job experience operating in a governance type administrative role.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to work scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where portfolio insight, long-term investment thinking and real-world impact come together. \n \n This role is based in Wolverhampton and will support the development and implementation of LGPS Central’s Total Portfolio Management capability, in line with the government’s Fit for the Future agenda. \n \n The postholder will help support the oversight and implementation of Partner Fund portfolios, including portfolio analysis, cashflow modelling and investment decision support across public and private markets. This will include working with multiple data sources, building practical tools and models, and helping translate portfolio information into clear, useful insight. \n \n The successful candidate will work closely with Client Portfolio Managers, Partner Fund Client Directors, and colleagues across LGPS Central’s Investment and Operations teams. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys analysis, problem solving and working with others to support strong investment outcomes for our Partner Funds. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n Total Portfolio Management Development \n\n • Support the development of LGPS Central’s Total Portfolio Management capability.\n, • Assist in building a Total Portfolio View across Partner Funds, incorporating public and private market assets.\n, • Support the development of cashflow forecasting models, including capital calls, distributions and operational cashflows.\n, • Build and develop Excel-based tools and models to support portfolio and cash management decisions.\n, • Support the creation of processes, procedures, frameworks and presentations across portfolio and cash management.\n, • Assist in defining data requirements and sourcing information from custodians, internal systems and Partner Funds.\n, • Contribute to onboarding activities for Partner Funds, including data collation and validation.\n\n \n Portfolio Analysis and Implementation \n\n • Support the monitoring of Partner Fund portfolios against Strategic Asset Allocation.\n, • Help identify the drivers of allocation drift and support analysis of potential actions.\n, • Assist with rebalancing analysis, considering portfolio positioning, liquidity and implementation constraints.\n, • Support portfolio changes, including transitions and reallocations.\n, • Translate portfolio data and analysis into clear, practical insights to support decision-making.\n\n \n Cashflow, Liquidity and Data \n\n • Support cash management activity, including forecasting, liquidity monitoring and funding decisions.\n, • Assist with capital call and distribution planning, ensuring this is aligned with liquidity requirements.\n, • Work with multiple data sources to aggregate, validate and interpret portfolio information.\n, • Apply judgement where data is incomplete or imperfect, clearly documenting assumptions and limitations.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools and ways of working.\n\n \n Reporting and Stakeholder Support \n\n • Contribute to client reporting and analysis.\n, • Prepare outputs that are clear, accurate and useful for Partner Funds and internal stakeholders.\n, • Work closely with Client Portfolio Managers, Partner Fund Client Directors, Investment Teams and Operations colleagues.\n, • Build strong working relationships across LGPS Central and contribute positively to team discussions.\n\n \n About us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Understanding of multi-asset investing across public and private markets.\n, • Awareness of how institutional portfolios are constructed, monitored and managed.\n, • Strong Excel and modelling capability, with the ability to build tools that support investment decision-making.\n, • Strong numerical and analytical skills.\n, • Ability to work with multiple and imperfect data sources, applying judgement and documenting assumptions clearly.\n, • Ability to translate data into portfolio-level insight.\n, • Understanding of how cashflows, liquidity and capital activity impact portfolio construction and implementation.\n, • Awareness of rebalancing, funding decisions and portfolio trade-offs.\n, • Familiarity with investment systems and data providers such as Bloomberg, CRD, Aladdin or similar would be helpful.\n, • Confidence to explain complex investment matters clearly and support effective decision-making.\n, • Personable, articulate and credible, with the ability to build strong relationships.\n, • Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across Investment, Operations and Client teams.\n, • A positive, practical and curious approach to problem solving.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Bachelor’s degree required.\n, • CFA or equivalent qualification preferred.\n, • IMC preferred.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n\n

Join LGPS Central at an important moment, where strong organisation, trusted support and clear coordination help the business move forward with confidence. \n \n This role is based in Wolverhampton and will provide high-level, confidential and proactive support to the relevant Chief Officer or Chief Officers. The role will help ensure priorities are well coordinated, decisions are supported, actions are followed through and colleagues, stakeholders and visitors experience a professional, organised and welcoming environment. \n \n The postholder will work closely with Chief Officers, Heads of Function, the Chief of Staff, Governance and colleagues across the business. This is a varied role that goes beyond diary management. It is about helping senior leaders stay focused, helping functional priorities move smoothly, improving information flow and making sure the practical day-to-day experience works well for everyone. \n \n This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the centre of the business, likes making things work better, and takes pride in creating calm, structure and momentum in a busy environment. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n \n Chief Officer Support \n\n • Provide proactive, confidential and high-quality support to the relevant Chief Officer or Chief Officers.\n, • Act as a professional first point of contact, managing communications with discretion and judgement.\n, • Manage complex diaries, briefing materials, travel and accommodation, ensuring senior leaders are well prepared and supported.\n, • Use sound judgement and initiative to take ownership of tasks, resolve issues and escalate where needed.\n\n \n Business Manager Communications and Organisational Support \n\n • Work closely with the Chief of Staff to stay aligned with executive priorities, key messages and leadership direction.\n, • Help cascade strategic priorities into functional areas in a clear and practical way.\n, • Support communication flow between Chief Officers, Heads of Function and wider teams.\n, • Support organisational and cross-functional programmes where appropriate.\n\n \n Functional Coordination and Priorities \n\n • Support the wider function by helping coordinate priorities, track key actions and follow up commitments.\n, • Work with Heads of Function to improve visibility of deadlines, dependencies and key priorities.\n, • Help ensure information, decisions and actions are shared clearly and at the right time.\n, • Work in an agile way, adapting quickly to changing priorities and supporting fast-paced decision-making.\n\n \n Meetings, Governance and Information Management \n\n • Support meeting management by coordinating agendas, papers, logistics, actions and follow-up where required.\n, • Work closely with the Governance function to ensure there is a clear split of responsibilities for formal governance meetings.\n, • Support Chief Officers with meeting preparation, coordination of inputs and follow-up on actions assigned to them.\n, • Use AI and digital tools appropriately to support meeting preparation, information summarisation and action tracking.\n, • Maintain secure and intuitive digital filing and information management systems.\n\n \n Workplace Coordination \n\n • Support day-to-day workplace coordination, including shared spaces, office essentials and visitor areas.\n, • Liaise with suppliers, facilities contacts and internal teams to resolve practical workplace issues.\n, • Provide cover and support across the Business Manager group where required.\n, • Carry out other duties within the scope and spirit of the role, aligned to evolving business needs.\n\n \n About us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Experience providing high-level executive or senior leadership support in a complex and fast-paced environment.\n, • Confidence working with senior leaders, boards and external stakeholders.\n, • Strong judgement, discretion and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.\n, • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands.\n, • Ability to support senior leaders beyond diary management, including priority coordination, action tracking and information flow.\n, • Strong written and verbal communication skills.\n, • Ability to summarise information clearly and produce accurate meeting outputs.\n, • Strong digital capability, including Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint and collaboration tools.\n, • Experience using AI and digital tools to improve productivity, including meeting capture, action tracking and information summarisation.\n, • Good understanding of when formal governance outputs should sit with the Governance function.\n, • High attention to detail, with the ability to focus on what matters most.\n, • Proactive, practical and able to take ownership without close supervision.\n, • Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines.\n, • Flexible and adaptable, able to move between executive support, functional coordination and workplace coordination.\n, • Awareness of information governance, confidentiality and data protection best practice.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.\n, • Business Administration qualification or equivalent experience in an executive support role.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n As a member of the Finance team, the Assistant Accountant will support the Head of Finance, Senior Finance Manager and Finance Managers to ensure that the company’s financial operations are delivered effectively and efficiently, including financial reporting, regulatory reporting and the company’s accounting system, management accounting, budgeting, cost-sharing reporting to partner funds, treasury management, banking, payments and invoicing. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n\n • To perform a range of duties from the following:\n, • To maintain the company’s computerised accounting system, including the entering of transactions and the operation of effective controls and reconciliations.\n, • To use the company’s computerised system for monitoring invoice approvals, including the entering of transactions and accounting adjustments and the operation of effective controls and reconciliations where required.\n, • To support the Senior Finance Manager with the month end close and preparation of accruals and prepayments.\n, • To assist with the preparation of the Quarterly Shareholder Report and monthly internal reporting.\n, • To manage and take ownership of the accounts payable process from start to finish, making sure invoices are processed and paid in a timely manner.\n, • To support the Senior Finance Manager in updating quarterly financial models (cost-sharing model and savings analysis).\n, • Preparation of the monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.\n, • Process employee expense claims.\n, • To support the Senior Finance Manager or Finance Manager in taking actions that contribute to the effective management of risks.\n, • To provide advice to the Senior Finance Manager or Finance Manager on financial matters relevant to the post-holder’s area of work.\n, • To build effective working relationships across the company, and with partner funds and key suppliers.\n, • To take part in projects and working groups, including leading on some internal projects.\n, • To actively identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement them swiftly and effectively.\n, • To prepare information in support of the calculation of charges to partner funds and the reporting of these.\n, • To process payments to suppliers and liaise with them as necessary.\n, • To support internal and external audit requirements by providing relevant documentation.\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Able to communicate technical Finance information in a way which is understandable and relevant.\n, • Good reasoning and problem-solving skills, able to develop pragmatic solutions to complex problems.\n, • Able to use own initiative within delegated authority.\n, • Active participant in continuous personal and professional development, who seeks to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of matters relevant to their area of work.\n, • Able to build effective relationships with peers in the company.\n, • Highly organised and able to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities under significant time pressures.\n, • Good interpersonal and communication skills.\n, • Experience of working in a Finance, Pensions or Investments role.\n, • Strong ethics and integrity, and analytical\n, • Able to act as an ambassador for the Finance team within the company.\n, • Able to understand the overarching aims and objectives of the company, and how the work of the Finance team contributes to these.\n, • Innovative and actively challenges existing ways of working, driving improvements within the Finance team.\n, • A good team-player who is able to work collaboratively and support other members of the Finance team.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Part-qualified CCAB/CIMA Accountant; or\n, • AAT-qualified; or\n, • At least 3 GCSEs including Mathematics\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Location: Walsall \n Job Type: Full-time, Permanent \n Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience) \n Join Our Team \n \n Amans Travel is a well-established and growing passenger transport business providing coach holidays, private hire, school transport, National Express services and tourism-related travel across the UK. \n We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day running of our transport operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in the coach, bus or passenger transport industry who enjoys leading people, solving operational challenges and delivering exceptional customer service. \n This is a senior operational role with responsibility for service delivery, driver performance, fleet utilisation, compliance and operational profitability. The successful candidate will take ownership of operational KPIs and continuously improve punctuality, efficiency, customer service and cost control while leading, motivating and developing a sizeable operational team of over 50 employees, including drivers and support staff. \n Candidates with a PCV Transport Manager CPC qualification and strong experience within a PSV Operator Licence environment will be at a significant advantage. If the successful candidate is expected to act as the nominated Transport Manager, this will be confirmed as part of the appointment. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Operational Leadership \n\n • Take full responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of the business.\n, • Ensure the safe, efficient and profitable delivery of all transport services.\n, • Plan and allocate drivers, vehicles and operational resources to meet customer and business requirements.\n, • Prepare driver rotas, vehicle schedules and resource plans to maximise fleet utilisation.\n, • Take ownership of the day-to-day delivery and performance of National Express services alongside coach holidays, private hire, school transport, tours and transfers.\n, • Monitor operational performance, vehicle and driver utilisation, overtime, dead mileage, subcontracting and other operating costs to maximise efficiency and profitability.\n, • Proactively manage service disruption including breakdowns, accidents, delays, cancellations and emergency situations, arranging replacement vehicles or subcontractors where required.\n, • Work closely with the Sales Team to ensure commercial commitments can be delivered with available operational resources.\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, local authorities and external stakeholders.\n\n \n People Leadership \n Lead, motivate and develop a sizeable operational team, ideally with experience managing 40-50+ employees, creating a positive, inclusive and high-performing working environment. \n\n • Manage driver performance through coaching, mentoring and regular performance reviews.\n, • Support recruitment, induction, training and ongoing development of operational staff.\n, • Manage attendance, absence, disciplinary and grievance procedures fairly and professionally.\n, • Promote employee engagement, teamwork and a culture of continuous improvement.\n, • Work closely with the Training Team to ensure all employees remain competent, compliant and fully trained.\n\n Compliance & Safety \n\n • Promote a culture where safety is always the highest priority.\n, • Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements, drivers' hours regulations, tachograph legislation, Road Traffic Act requirements and all relevant transport legislation.\n, • Monitor compliance with Health & Safety policies and company procedures.\n, • Ensure vehicles, drivers and operations consistently meet regulatory and company standards.\n, • Maintain clear operational accountability for a safe working environment, ensuring risks are identified, acted upon and consistently managed.\n\n Customer Service & Commercial Performance \n\n • Deliver outstanding customer service by ensuring reliable, punctual and professional operations.\n, • Handle customer enquiries, complaints and operational issues quickly and professionally.\n, • Take ownership of operational cost control, including overtime, dead mileage, subcontractor expenditure, productivity and resource utilisation, with a clear focus on improving profitability.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, customer satisfaction and business performance.\n, • Own and report against agreed operational KPIs, identifying underperformance and implementing timely corrective action.\n\n Operational Performance & KPIs \n\n • Achieve agreed targets for service punctuality and reliability.\n, • Minimise lost mileage, service failures and preventable cancellations.\n, • Control driver overtime, agency/subcontractor expenditure and other operational costs.\n, • Improve vehicle and driver utilisation while reducing unnecessary dead mileage.\n, • Monitor driver availability, absence and retention.\n, • Ensure National Express and other contracted services consistently achieve required contractual KPIs and SLAs.\n, • Produce regular operational performance reports for the Directors.\n, • Investigate recurring operational failures and implement corrective actions.\n, • Work with the commercial team to ensure work is priced and accepted with a clear understanding of operational capacity and cost.\n\n \n Essential Skills & Experience \n Applicants should have: \n\n • Proven Operations Management experience within the coach, bus, passenger transport or travel industry.\n, • Experience managing a sizeable operational team, ideally 40-50+ employees, including drivers and operational staff.\n, • Experience planning and scheduling PCV drivers and passenger-carrying vehicles.\n, • Strong knowledge of fleet utilisation, operational planning and transport logistics.\n, • Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills.\n, • Experience managing performance, attendance and employee relations.\n, • Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Strong commercial awareness with experience managing operational budgets, controlling costs and improving operational profitability.\n, • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and transport management systems.\n, • The ability to remain calm under pressure while managing multiple priorities.\n\n \n Desirable Qualifications & Experience \n\n • PCV Transport Manager CPC qualification (strongly preferred).\n, • Experience managing a PSV Operator Licence.\n, • Knowledge of drivers' hours regulations, tachograph compliance, Road Traffic Act requirements and passenger transport legislation.\n, • Experience working within National Express or other scheduled/high-frequency contracted services, coach holidays, private hire, school transport or tourism operations.\n, • Experience using transport management or scheduling software.\n\n \n The Ideal Candidate \n You will be a confident and approachable leader with a proven track record in passenger transport operations. \n You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing customer service and compliance with clear accountability for operational efficiency, service performance, cost control and profitability while developing and supporting your team. \n You will be organised, resilient and decisive, with the ability to build strong relationships across all areas of the business and drive continuous improvement. \n \n What We Offer \n\n • Competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.\n, • Free on-site parking.\n, • Company pension scheme (NEST).\n, • Professional development and training opportunities.\n, • Career progression within a growing business.\n, • Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment.\n\n \n Equality, Diversity & Inclusion \n Amans Travel is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. \n \n Apply Today \n If you have the experience, leadership skills and passion to lead a busy passenger transport operation, we'd love to hear from you. \n Applications from candidates currently working within coach operators, bus companies, National Express operators, private hire coach businesses or other PSV/PCV passenger transport organisations are particularly encouraged. \n\n • Please note that this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.\n

Health and Social Care Assessor \n Walsall and Surrounding Areas | Hybrid working \n Full Time & Part Time Available | Permanent \n £27,000 - £30,000 per year + bonus + expenses \n \n Please only apply if you meet the following essential criteria: \n\n • Level 3+ qualification in Health & Social Care\n, • Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in Adult Health & Social Care (Senior Carer level or above)\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel\n\n \n Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet all the essential criteria listed above. \n \n This role would suit candidates with experience in Adult Care as a Senior Carer, Care Coordinator, Team Leader, Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, Care Manager or an existing Health & Social Care Assessor \n \n The Role \n\n • We’re recruiting for a Health and Social Care Assessor to support learners working towards apprenticeship qualifications across workplace settings.\n, • You will support, coach and assess learners, helping them develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to successfully complete their programme.\n, • You will work with learners across Walsall and surrounding areas, combining remote delivery with planned workplace visits.\n, • You will manage your own diary and workload to meet key performance targets and ensure learner progress.\n, • No learner sourcing is required – all learners are provided, allowing you to focus on delivery, coaching and assessment.\n, • This role is sometimes referred to as Apprenticeship Assessor, Health and Social Care Tutor or Skills Coach within Health and Social Care.\n\n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Build strong relationships with learners and employers through regular reviews and engagement\n, • Deliver high-quality teaching, coaching and assessment sessions aligned to apprenticeship standards\n, • Conduct workplace observations to assess practical competency\n, • Review learner work and provide timely, constructive feedback\n, • Support learners with Functional Skills (Maths & English) where required\n, • Prepare learners for End Point Assessment (EPA)\n, • Monitor learner progress and ensure timely achievement of qualifications\n, • Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and a safe learning environment at all times\n\n \n Benefits \n\n • Home-based role with planned travel (mileage and expenses paid)\n, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas & New Year shutdown\n, • Bonus scheme\n, • Pension & life assurance\n, • Health cash plan & wellbeing support\n, • EV car scheme access\n, • Access to employee discounts\n, • Referral bonus\n, • Plus, many more\n\n \n About t2 Group \n t2 Group is the UK’s largest health and social care apprenticeship provider, delivering high-quality apprenticeships and professional qualifications. \n We focus on quality, consistency, and supporting both learners and employers to achieve strong outcomes across the Health & Social Care sector. \n \n Apply today to join our team and support the next generation of Health & Social Care professionals.

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n \n The Reward & Performance Partner will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering LGPS Central’s reward and performance agenda. The role will lead high-impact work across base pay, variable pay, benefits, pensions, benchmarking, job architecture, reward governance, and the development of a clear, consistent performance approach that strengthens accountability, performance culture and organisational outcomes. \n \n The role will help shape a reward and performance framework that is fair, transparent, market-informed and designed to support a high-performing, inclusive culture. The postholder will bring strong technical expertise, sharp analytical thinking, and credible stakeholder influence, working in close partnership with the Chief Transformation Officer, Head of People and the wider team, to drive well-evidenced decisions, stronger performance outcomes and meaningful people impact. \n \n This is a unique opportunity to shape reward and performance practices that support the People Strategy, embed V2MOM performance objectives, reflect regulatory expectations, strengthen organisational resilience, and serve the long-term interests of LGPS Central and its Partner Funds. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n Reward Strategy and Framework Development \n\n • Deliver LGPS Central’s total reward review in line with the People Strategy and agreed reward principles\n, • Lead activity across base pay, variable pay, benefits, pensions and total reward\n, • Help shape a fair, transparent and market-informed reward framework\n, • Ensure reward recommendations support performance, inclusion and a positive employee experience\n, • Support reward practices that recognise performance, contribution and impact\n\n Benchmarking, Pay Analysis and Job Architecture \n\n • Lead the annual benchmarking cycle, working with external advisers where needed\n, • Deliver pay benchmarking, comp-ratio analysis, market insight and reward modelling\n, • Support the design and development of job architecture and clear job levelling\n, • Turn analysis into clear, evidence-based recommendations\n\n Performance approach, objectives and culture \n\n • Own and evolve LGPS Central’s performance approach, ensuring it is simple, consistent, outcome-focused and aligned to the People Strategy.\n, • Lead the development and embedding of a stronger performance culture, with clear expectations, meaningful performance conversations and evidence-based outcomes.\n, • Support leaders to set, cascade and calibrate V2MOM performance objectives so individual and team objectives are aligned to corporate priorities, business outcomes and cultural expectations.\n, • Use performance insight, calibration outputs and colleague data to identify trends, strengthen accountability and improve the quality and consistency of performance outcomes.\n\n Variable pay and performance-linked reward \n\n • Lead the delivery and modelling of variable pay and incentive frameworks, drawing on external expertise where needed.\n, • Ensure performance metrics are integrated into incentive design, aligned to V2MOM objectives, the corporate scorecard, business priorities and risk expectations.\n, • Own the connection between performance outcomes and pay decisions, ensuring reward outcomes are fair, consistent, evidence-based and clearly governed.\n, • Ensure variable pay approaches support sustainable performance, strong governance, appropriate risk outcomes and a positive colleague experience.\n, • Promote credible performance-linked reward through clear principles, robust calibration and transparent decision-making.\n\n Governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement \n\n • Prepare high-quality committee papers, analysis, and recommendations for PCRC, RemCo, NomCo and other governance forums.\n, • Engage the Senior Leadership Group, Executive Committee, the Chief People & Transformation Officer and other senior stakeholders.\n, • Manage relationships with external reward advisers and other third-party partners.\n, • Present reward data, options, and recommendations clearly, with appropriate context and risk insight.\n, • Build trusted relationships across the business to strengthen understanding, confidence and engagement in reward and performance practices.\n\n Data, systems, and process improvement \n\n • Own reward data, modelling and analysis, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and strong governance.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve reward processes, reporting, data quality, and system use.\n, • Develop efficient, reliable pay modelling tools and analytical approaches.\n, • Ensure reward activity is delivered in a controlled, well-documented and auditable way.\n\n Compliance, regulation, and risk management \n\n • Ensure reward structures and recommendations reflect FCA requirements and broader governance expectations.\n, • Support reward activity in line with LGPS Central’s risk culture, risk appetite, and internal policies.\n, • Identify and escalate reward-related risks, issues, and as appropriate.\n, • Build a strong understanding of the LGPS landscape, implicationsPartner Fund expectations and the wider impact of reward decisions\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Significant reward experience in financial services, asset management, or a similarly regulated environment.\n, • Strong technical reward expertise, analytical depth and a good understanding of performance frameworks, objective setting and performance calibration.\n, • Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and committees with confidence and credibility.\n, • Excellent judgement, attention to detail and the ability to balance rigour with pragmatism.\n, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, boards, and external partners.\n, • Commercially aware, with the ability to align people and reward priorities to organisational goals and financial context.\n, • High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and gravitas.\n, • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to use performance, pay and workforce insight to support robust, evidence-based decisions.\n, • Highly effective partnering skills, with the ability to build trust, create momentum and work across the organisation.\n, • A growth mindset, with the ability to learn quickly, drive continuous improvement and bring fresh thinking across reward and performance.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline.\n, • Reward, HR, finance, pensions or related professional qualification would be advantageous.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment oversight, long-term stewardship and real-world impact come together. \n \n This role is based in Wolverhampton and will play a key part in providing internal oversight of LGPS Central’s pooled investment funds and internally managed investments across all asset classes. The role will help ensure our investment portfolios are well governed, appropriately challenged and aligned with our objectives, investment beliefs, risk appetite and Partner Fund expectations. \n \n The postholder will work closely with the Head of Centre of Excellence, CIO, Investment Teams and wider stakeholders to assess fund performance, investment risk, portfolio construction, manager quality and alignment with agreed mandates. This will include qualitative and quantitative oversight across areas such as listed equities, fixed income, property, private credit, private equity, infrastructure and other emerging asset classes. \n \n As a senior member of the investment function, the postholder will provide clear, evidence-based insight to support strong decision-making. They may also be required to present at Investment Committee, ORCA and other governance forums, helping LGPS Central maintain a transparent, robust and proactive approach to investment oversight. \n \n This role is a certified role under the Senior Manager’s Certification Regime and will be subject to assessments in Fitness and Propriety and any other regulatory requirements. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n Investment Oversight and Risk Management \n\n • Lead holistic qualitative risk assessments of internal funds, covering both investment and non-investment risks.\n, • Review fund performance, manager quality and alignment with LGPS Central’s fund objectives.\n, • Assess whether portfolios are being managed in line with agreed mandates, investment beliefs, risk parameters and governance expectations.\n, • Develop and monitor risk metrics, identifying emerging risks across asset classes.\n, • Provide clear views on whether oversight and actions taken by Investment Teams are adequate, reasonable and proactive.\n, • Oversee investments across a broad range of asset classes, including listed equities, fixed income, property, private credit, private equity, infrastructure and other emerging assets.\n, • Contribute to long-term investment thinking, particularly where risk-adjusted returns, liquidity and Partner Fund outcomes need to be carefully balanced.\n\n \n Portfolio Construction and Asset Allocation \n\n • Help shape and challenge asset allocation frameworks, considering risk, return, liquidity and market conditions.\n, • Contribute to tactical asset allocation analysis, modelling and investment thinking.\n, • Provide insight into portfolio construction and help ensure portfolios remain aligned to LGPS Central’s long-term objectives.\n, • Support the CIO and Head of Centre of Excellence with financial and performance oversight of LGPS Central’s investment portfolios.\n\n \n Governance, Risk and Compliance \n\n • Support a clear, auditable and repeatable approach to investment oversight.\n, • Ensure oversight activity is aligned with LGPS Central’s governance framework, Investment Delegation Policy and internal standards.\n, • Present oversight findings and risk assessments to Investment Committee and other governance forums when required.\n, • Support the development of a strong first line control environment within the Investment function.\n, • Integrate responsible investment and ESG considerations into oversight activity, where relevant.\n\n \n Stakeholder Engagement \n\n • Build strong and credible relationships with Investment Teams, Portfolio Managers, Partner Fund Client Directors, senior leaders and wider colleagues.\n, • Work collaboratively across teams to provide practical, constructive and well-evidenced oversight.\n, • Present complex investment information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.\n, • Act as a trusted source of insight, challenge and support across the business.\n\n \n About us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Proven experience in investment oversight, manager selection, risk management, asset allocation or portfolio analysis.\n, • Experience gained within a pension fund, asset manager, investment consultant or similar institutional investor environment.\n, • Strong understanding of financial markets and a broad range of asset classes.\n, • Experience assessing investment performance, portfolio construction, risk and manager quality.\n, • Good understanding of strategic and tactical asset allocation methodologies.\n, • Ability to analyse complex investment portfolios and provide practical, evidence-based insight.\n, • Strong understanding of investment and non-investment risk management frameworks.\n, • Experience working with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, investment teams, service providers or regulatory bodies.\n, • Strong analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.\n, • Ability to anticipate issues, challenge constructively and propose practical solutions.\n, • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.\n, • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, investment analysis tools and financial modelling.\n, • Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple priorities.\n, • High degree of professional ethics, integrity and judgement.\n, • Good understanding of ESG factors and how they can affect investment performance, risk and opportunity.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Bachelor’s degree required.\n, • CFA or equivalent qualification preferred.\n, • IMC preferred.\n, • Has, or can meet, all requirements of being an FCA approved person.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n \n This role supports the delivery of advisory services to Partner Funds, working closely with the Client Advisory Managers and Client Advisory Directors to satisfy Partner Fund needs. The role focuses on drafting strategic advice, collating supporting materials, and contributing to high-quality, evidence-based client deliverables. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n\n • Draft initial investment advice, including strategic asset allocation and portfolio positioning\n, • Use of asset-liability modelling to develop strategic asset allocations for client portfolios\n, • Collate supporting research, analysis and data for advisory recommendations\n, • Use Bloomberg to retrieve data for funds and indices\n, • Prepare client papers, slide decks, and briefing materials\n, • Support the Client Services team prepare for meetings including agendas, packs, and minutes\n, • Maintain accurate records of advice, assumptions, and supporting evidence\n, • Assist in development of advisory frameworks, tools and templates\n, • Work with internal teams to gather inputs across strategy, portfolio and operations\n, • Support responses to client queries and ad-hoc requests\n, • Contribute to transition planning and tracking where required\n, • Identify areas for process improvement\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Institutional Investment Understanding: Basic knowledge of multi-asset investing and portfolio construction\n, • Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data and support investment decision-making \n, • Research Capability: Able to gather and synthesise information from multiple sources \n, • Communication: Clear written and verbal communication, particularly for drafting client advice \n, • Organisation: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines\n, • Systems: Familiarity with Excel, Bloomberg and investment data sources\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Degree level or equivalent\n, • IMC – Desirable but not essential at this stage\n, • CFA - Desirable but not essential at this stage\n, • The successful candidate should show a willingness to study towards relevant professional qualifications.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n \n The Learning and Talent Manager will move learning from programme-led activity to a strategic enabler of organisational capability, culture and future skills, helping colleagues make an impact, unlock potential and build confidence for future success. \n \n The role will connect learning, skills and talent into an engaging colleague experience, strengthening learning journeys, internal mobility, succession and skills-based development. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n Learning strategy, skills and capability development \n\n • Drive the learning, skills and capability agenda, translating the People Strategy into development that builds confidence, impact and future-ready capability.\n, • Partner with the Senior Leadership Team and people managers to identify current and future skills requirements, priority gaps and capability needs.\n, • Support a skills-based organisation through skills taxonomies, pathways, academies and development plans linked to performance, career growth and potential.\n, • Align learning and skills development with the culture programme, reinforcing the behaviours, mindsets and capabilities needed in a high-performing, values-led organisation.\n\n Learning journeys, content curation and learning culture \n\n • Create learning journeys for new starters, managers, future leaders and technical specialists.\n, • Integrate learning activities, resources and programmes into a coherent, inclusive offer aligned to business priorities.\n, • Curate practical content and promote continuous, collaborative learning in the flow of work.\n\n Learning platform ownership and digital enablement \n\n • Own and evolve the learning platform as an intuitive gateway to development and opportunity.\n, • Manage platform content, pathways, campaigns and engagement across mandatory, regulatory, technical, leadership and professional development.\n, • Use AI, automation and learning technology to improve adoption and personalised, accessible learning journeys.\n\n Talent management, succession and internal mobility \n\n • Shape talent approaches that create clearer pathways for growth, progression, promotion and future contribution.\n, • Coordinate succession planning and leadership pipeline activity for business-critical roles.\n, • Build internal mobility pathways through promotions, secondments, internal moves, stretch assignments, projects and mentoring.\n\n Leadership, people management and regulatory capability \n\n • Design practical leadership, people manager and future leader interventions that build confidence, accountability and the behaviours needed in a regulated organisation.\n, • Coordinate programme design, suppliers, communications, tracking and evaluation.\n, • Support the CPO to develop board skills and training programmes that strengthen governance capability and regulatory understanding.\n, • Support regulatory readiness, conduct, risk ownership, operational resilience and a values-led culture.\n\n Data, insight and continuous improvement \n\n • Develop learning and talent MI, dashboards and reporting to support evidence-based decisions.\n, • Use data, colleague feedback and manager insight to shape learning, development and talent outcomes.\n, • Evaluate impact on performance, retention, engagement, mobility and organisational capability.\n\n Project and stakeholder management \n\n • Lead or support People projects across skills, capability, learning, talent, succession, mobility and learning technology.\n, • Build strong relationships with leaders, managers, colleagues, providers and platform partners.\n, • Work with the People team to ensure skills, capability and pathways inform performance, progression and reward structures.\n, • Work across the People team to join up learning, talent, performance, reward, recruitment and employee experience activity\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Experience in Learning and Development, Talent, Organisational Development or a similar role, with energy to shape a modern learning and talent agenda.\n, • Strong understanding of modern learning practice, including learning journeys, digital learning, content curation, platforms and learning in the flow of work.\n, • Experience developing learning strategies, capability frameworks, skills taxonomies or skills-based development.\n, • Strong understanding of talent management, succession planning, promotions, internal mobility, mentoring and development planning.\n, • Digitally confident, using AI, automation, dashboards and data insight to design solutions, evaluate impact and improve outcomes.\n, • Strong project, communication and stakeholder skills, with the ability to deliver at pace and work effectively in a regulated environment.\n, • Experience supporting leadership development, people manager capability and future leader programmes.\n, • Inclusive, colleague-centred and forward-thinking, with curiosity and drive to help people unlock potential and make an impact.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline.\n, • CIPD qualification or equivalent experience; relevant learning, talent, coaching, organisational development, learning technology, skills mapping or capability framework design experience would be helpful.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

We are currently recruting for an Estimator, and a Senior Estimator, to work on major civil engineering works on a permanent basis.Working as part of our established estimating team, this role is to provide estimates for civil engineering projects in the water sector. As part of a successful, experienced, and diverse tendering team, the estimator will work alongside other estimators, bid writers, procurement, and business development officers to collectively develop customer solutions and secure work.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare EstimatesInterpreting client tender requirements from PQQ and ITT documentationTake off and review the BoQ's from the client informationPrepare estimates in accordance with Company procedures promptlyCollate supporting information during the estimating process, including opportunity and risk registers, together with key assumptions registers.Work collaboratively with the Bid Manager, regional business, and planner to agree on methodology and principles.Work alongside the Business Development officers on strategic PQQ's and ITTs.Work in partnership with the procurement team.Prepare the estimating adjudication packPresent the basis of the estimate and key assumptionsMaintain notes of adjudication meetingsClose out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as requiredHandover to site teams at contract awardPrepare to estimate the handover packPresent the basis of the estimate and key assumptionsMaintain notes of the handover meetingProvide ongoing support to site teams relating to estimating and key assumptionsEssential:Estimating and/or operational experience in one or more of the following areas: shafts, tunnelling, pipeline, MEICA, rail civils and groundworksCompetence in construction techniques and the associated resource requirements for the above sectorsProficient with tender build-upsFully conversant with the Microsoft suite of packagesNumerate and familiar with estimating softwareA confident demeanour and the ability to liaise with all levels of personnel and customersCandy Estimating Software or similar,Excel. Autocad.Civil Engineering / Water Industry / Min HNC Civil Engineering or SimilarDesign & build experience.Civil Engineering Site Management experience preferred.What we offer:Competitive salaryCompany PensionLife AssurancePrivate Medical25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days8 hours volunteeringEmployee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeingFlexible benefits via salary sacrificeCompany car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)Leadership & management training and coachingRegular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progressionDevelopment supported by internal and externally delivered trainingContinuous service awardsTPBN1_UKTJ

About BarhaleWho are Barhale?Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including:WaterTransportBuilt environmentEnergyWe operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:TunnellingMEICATemporary and permanent designSteel-fabricationSigns (design and fabrication)Health & safety equipment and products, including PPECompany Website:https://www.barhale.co.uk/Company Showcase Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZAWhy join Barhale?As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to business strategy, ethos and philosophies.Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemesA broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UKs largest infrastructure projects and clientsStrong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our successQuality Co-ordinatorThe RoleOperate within the project environment to support the project team in the production, Coordination, submission, and signing of Quality assurance deliverables.Coordinate, monitor and support the project team in the production of Quality deliverables following Project W&SI & Management Systems to meet the time, quality and budgetary and health and safety targets.Ensure Quality Assurance activities applied are comprehensive, robust, in line with the W&SI, and are appropriately applied to the scalability, complexity, and levels of risk across the programme.Working with Site Engineers and Site Supervisors, reporting into the Site Manager and the central Quality Assurance team.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the project team to ensure all site quality documentation is coordinated/maintained/recorded/and registered as necessary to ensure compliance with Company procedures and Contract Requirements.Promote the reporting of non-conformances.Drive the continuous improvement culture by promoting and supporting Lessons learned (post-project) reviews together with shared quality learning events.Cascade out the central Quality function reporting and act as the point of interface between the central quality team and regional teams for the quality function.Deliver GIRI training to the regional teams. Training will be provided.Assist the Assurance team, project, and site team to ensure the quality systems are being implemented across the project.Take a lead role in monitoring quality control on-site, compliance with Inspection and Test requirements, deliverable records and closure of Non-conformance and Outstanding Works. overseeing ITP compliance on live works.Chase test results and close out records.Work with site teams to resolve NCPs.Advise the site teams on Quality-related topics and Issue Quality Bulletins and AlertsEnsure that the management controls in place are being followed.Ensure visibility and traceability of documented evidence are monitored and maintained.Offer Quality guidance, direction, and instruction to the operational team to develop and improve their understanding of the Quality Management SystemGather information and feedback from the Project Teams to enable improvement.Promote a positive Quality CultureSupport the business to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Standard and contract requirements.Be a champion for the Quality Right First Time initiative.Take a proactive role in QA deliverable planning, ensuring all hold points are mapped out and communicated.Work closely with the Head of Quality in achieving progressive assurance through the construction phase into the commissioning/ handover phases.Work with the Head of Quality to ensure the commissioning and handover documentation is produced in line with project requirements, Utility Company requirements and contract requirements.Be a champion for innovation.EssentialExperience in civil engineering, utilities, or infrastructure projectsPrevious experience working in a quality Coordinator role.Ability to implement quality control.Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to influence site teams and drive quality cultureDesireableFamiliar with ISO 9001 and audit processesExperience managing NCRs and QA documentation systemsIn-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of packagesCaring and investing in youOur values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.Competitive salaryCompany PensionLife AssurancePrivate Medical25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days8 hours volunteeringEmployee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeingFlexible benefits via salary sacrificeCompany car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)Leadership & management training and coachingRegular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progressionDevelopment supported by internal and externally delivered trainingContinuous service awardsWould you like to know more?Please contact our Recruitment team viaTPBN1_UKTJ

We are looking for a dynamic, hands-on Registered Service Manager to oversee our supported living services in Stourbridge, Dudley.You'll be responsible for three unique services, each supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, behaviours of distress and complex care needs in the Dudley area. Every person we support has their own story, strengths and aspirations, and we're looking for a manager who is visible, approachable and actively engaged in daily life across the services.Lead With Presence. Make a Lasting Difference.At Creative Support, our culture is about seeing things with your own eyes, knowing service users as individuals, building trust with families, and anticipating issues before they arise. You'll lead by example, inspiring your team with a proactive, professional and person-centred approach.This is an exciting time to join Creative Support Dudley. Across our services, we're driving forward a range of community initiatives designed to promote the very best in mental and physical wellbeing for the people we support. No two days are ever the same, one day you might be dealing with a complex practice challenge, and the next you could be helping to organise a trip to the seaside.We guarantee that your role will be both fulfilling and rewarding. Shaping the experiences of the people we support and empowering your team, will leave you with a genuine sense of pride and job satisfaction.Our MissionCreative Support promotes independence, inclusion, and wellbeing. We do this by working with the people we support, their families and others to meet individual needs and aspirations in a person-centred way. We provide high quality homes and support, enabling people to say:• I live my best life in a place I call home• I feel listened to, respected and valued• I enjoy choices and rights and have control over my life• I am supported to feel safe• I am doing the things that matter to me• I enjoy relationships with others• I am connected to my community• I am supported with my wellbeing• I feel able to reach my full potentialVacancy Reference Number: 84461.Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.TPBN1_UKTJ

In a NutshellWe have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands within our Divisional Project Team, at our Wolverhampton office. This is a great opportunity for a QS looking for a new challenge, or an Assistant QS looking to make the step up. As our Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to our projects. Your focus is to minimize the costs of a project and enhance margin and value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. This will also include procurement, subcontract management inclusive of administration of the contract, monthly payments, and final account settlement.We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for youCompetitive basic salary and annual bonusCompany car, car allowance or travel allowanceSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employeesUp to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays2 Volunteering days per annumPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid coverEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaveCompetitive pension scheme through salary sacrificeLife assurance at 4 x your annual salaryShare save and share incentive schemesChristmas company shutdownEmployee rewards portal with many more benefitsIn return, what we would like from youBehave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and QualityHNC in Surveying or Construction or equivalentExperience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developerExcellent IT, analytical and communication skillsStrong mathematical abilityAbility to assess and analyse informationGood business senseGood understanding of budget managementNegotiating and networking skillsCOINs user experienceEnthusiasmFlexibilityAble to work within a busy team and under pressureGood team working skillsAccurate with an eye for detailA methodical approachWilling to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itDesirableHND or higher qualificationProfessional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualificationNational House builder experienceDifferent methods of construction i.e. Timber FrameMore about the Quantity Surveyor roleWorking closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implicationAttend development meetings when appropriate.Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may ariseReceive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmesDistribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractorsPreparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as requiredAssess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budgetArrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial teamPrepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the worksCarry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the orderPlace subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variationsIssue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser's extrasCheck all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future datesCheck and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimatesTake responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs)Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant partiesLiaise with the Customer Service department on post-completion defects, providing cost advice where necessaryAttend site meetings, project team meetings, subcontractor meetings and surveying meetings as requiredAny other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teamsFinally, let's tell you a bit more about usWe build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.Join us in making Vistry.#LI-AD1TPBN1_UKTJ

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Value Manager to join our team within Vistry Manchester & Cheshire East, at our Warrington office. As our Social Value Manager, you will work to develop, implement, co-ordinate and report on all learning and development, recruitment, and event activities associated with the delivery of any project-based Employment & Skills Section 106 KPI's and planning initiatives. You will also need to monitor and report on the delivery of activities and achievements in line with the Employment and Skills Agenda, taking steps to rectify areas of slippage against programme, and escalating where appropriate. In addition, you will evaluate all Employment Skills Plans and support the pre-construction team with tender submissions relating to social value. The academies are on-site based training areas where you will be working directly with third party training providers and clients such as Building Heroes, The Job Centre, DWP, Prisons and local community development bodies. The academies provide both classroom based and practical learning to individuals looking to start a career in Construction. You will work to motivate and create job openings with the on-site supply chain for academy graduates, whilst working with the project team to ensure delivery of any social value commitments. A key element of the job will be to promote the Construction Industry as a career route to local communities, Schools, and Further Education providers, via events such as school assemblies, apprentice fairs, coffee mornings, and supply chain engagement events. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Christmas company shutdown Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Expected to be educated to a minimum of Degree standard (on a relevant course) or with suitable alternative experience Proven experience in Social Value within the Construction industry Computer literate and able to use Excel, Word and PowerPoint to a good standard Professional manner commensurate with delivering business development and promoting the Company Highly literate able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation Strong presentation and public speaking skills Excellent communication skills Ability to build rapport with a variety of clients and stakeholders Willingness to travel and ability to manage own time. Adopts an organised and systematic approach to work whilst remaining flexible to meet the needs of the business Build rapport quickly and harness positive and professional relationships both internally and externally More about the Social Value Manager role Deliver Social Value, Employment Skills Plans and Community Engagement Targets. Implementation and management of the Vistry Homes Skills Academies. Working with clients to agree targets for Joint Venture projects. Business development for community engagement programmes & social value. Report and deliver project KPI's and Employment Skills internally and externally. Capture data and produce case studies and information for tender bids/PQQs and PR. Build relationships with local communities, schools, further education providers and supply chain. Liaison with appropriate organisations to place apprentices within supply chain and deliver other work placements. Support the education system/local government authorities, where applicable in achieving the targets set around local work experience and offer career advice in relation to careers within the construction industry. Work with third party training providers and where necessary obtain associated grants for apprentice and training projects. Coordinate school and public site visits. Support PR & Marketing on social value and community events. Support learners throughout academy programme. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-KM1 TPBN1_UKTJ

Position Title: Shift Engineer Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Requisition ID: 43796 Shift Maintenance Engineer Wombourne In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. About the role. Our Maintenance Engineers work as part of a multi-disciplined team carrying out first line maintenance tasks and improvements on equipment throughout the factory efficiently and effectively. You'll provide feedback on completed tasks into the engineering maintenance system to ensure equipment histories and costs are kept up to date and to enable follow up work to be identified and planned. What you'll be doing. Consider all implications when carrying out designated tasks to minimise wasted time and materials Have a "Fix it right, now" work ethic and use Root Cause Analysis to determine the underlying reasons behind problems and failures and act on the findings Be observant at all times when in the plant and report any deficiencies that cannot be rectified Provide and implement ideas to improve manufacturing, efficiency and equipment reliability Work safely, with regard for your duty of care to yourself and to others who may be affected by your work. Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times Work in liaison with other departments as required and provide support and assistance where possible Enter accurate, detailed feedback on all completed tasks into the CMMS on a daily basis Work closely with your Line Manager to ensure the smooth execution of both day-to-day maintenance tasks and shutdown work Ensure the upkeep and reliability of all plant and equipment in your shifts designated area by feeding back requirements to your Line Manager To identify through knowledge and analysis, areas that will contribute to improved product quality or plant efficiency Playing a pivotal role in communicating and co-ordinating the activities associated with change What you'll need to be successful. We're looking for Shift Engineers with strong electrical or mechanical skills, but ideally both. It's a given that you will have time served as an engineer - working in a busy maintenance department, preferably within a food manufacturing department. You will also have... • BTEC/ NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent - essential • Time served apprenticeship in an Engineering discipline - essential • Qualification in additional engineering disciplines (NVQ L3 / City & Guilds) - desirable • Broad knowledge of modern maintenance techniques - essential • Practical engineering experience- essential Benefits of the role. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in 'chips'. For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including: An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay 25 days annual leave - including bank holidays Flexible holidays - where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year Optional health cash plan Cycle to work scheme 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe. And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an ambitious 5-year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out. Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We're big believers in the power of working together in person-it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. About the team. You'll be based at our Wombourne plant in Staffordshire. And together our small, but perfectly formed team of over 110 colleagues produce our famous (and well loved) potato Smiles as well as our pre-baked Jacket Spuds. About McCain. Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters. Leadership principles. At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results. The McCain experience. We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we're better together. McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Your privacy is important to us. 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We are currently seeking an experienced Engineering Maintenance Team Leader to join my clients manufacturing plant based in the area of Aldridge. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment with a company that values its employees and offers exceptional benefits, including a pension match up to 10%, overtime opportunities, and training for ILM & IOSH. The company has recently completed a multi-million Capex investment, resulting in new production lines and improved efficiencies, making this the perfect time to join a forward-thinking, market-leading organisation. As an international manufacturer, the company is committed to investing in its people, providing extensive training and opportunities for career progression. What's in it for you as Engineering Maintenance Team Leader: Basic salary of £57,200+ plus KPI bonus of 5% Premium overtime opportunities (x1.5 & x2) Training and career development, including health and safety training, management training (ILM), cross skilling and upskilling Job security and personal development within a market leading, international manufacturing organisation Hours of work - 4 on 4 off days and nights - 6am to 6pm, 6pm - 6am Attractive Benefits: Matched pension up to 10%, share options, premium overtime rates, and an extensive benefits programme (including a cycle-to-work scheme and shopping discounts). Work in a modern manufacturing environment alongside a skilled team of engineers in a secure and permanent role. Key Duties of Engineering Team Leader: Managing the assignment of either electrical or mechanical workload across the department Undertaking improvement projects working closely with central project engineering teams Deputy to maintenance manager, taking control of staff during when absent or off site Responsible for subcontractor management and safety Responsible for identifying and eliminating recurring plant issues through engineering improvements Responsible for driving improved plant reliability through best practice Experience and Qualifications Required: Engineering qualified NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification - Mechanical or Electrical - Multiskilled or Full Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance Strong Environmental Health and Safety awareness Previous experience as an Engineering Shift Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager etc Awareness of manufacturing costs and cost control Previous experience of undertaking maintenance within a manufacturing environment Previous experience of the development and application of PPM activities If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a market-leading company with a focus on innovation and employee development, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of an exciting new chapter in manufacturing excellence TPBN1_UKTJ

Quality Improvement Manager - West Midlands When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Quality Improvement Manager - 12 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT (MATERNITY COVER) Position : Quality Improvement Manager West Midlands Must be Nurse qualified with NMC pin Location : Covering homes across West Midlands area (Tipton, Kings Heath, Tile Cross, Walsall) Contract type : 40 hours per week, predominately Monday to Friday but must be flexible Rate : £56,929 + £3,000 car allowance We are looking for a highly organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment to support our Operations team. Every health care system is built on a complex network of care processes and pathways. The overall objective for the Operational Quality Improvement Managers is to act in a proactive manner to support services to provide and improve the highest stand of care via a systematic, coordinated and coaching approach and for these standards to be sustained. You will be responsible in supporting the Clinical Director to deliver the Exemplar Quality Strategy these themes include: Clinical Excellence Sustainable outstanding quality Digital Transformation Responsiveness Service User Voice About Exemplar Health Care Exemplar Health Care is one of the countrys leading nursing care providers for adults living with complex needs. We have over 50 care homes across England that support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities. As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress. About the role As an Operational Quality Improvement Manager with Exemplar Health Care, youll: Work with the Operational team (Clinical Nurse Managers specifically) to offer support, coach and be action focused. Be a link nurse for the company on one of the following specialisms (this role will also include the updating of policies relating to those specialisms and ensuring paperwork used throughout the organisation is relevant and current): Nutrition and Hydration (including dysphagia and diabetes) Tissue Viability Continence End of life (to include verification of death) Follow an improvement strategy per service focusing on compliance and effectiveness of: Quality Assurance (to include clinical stats management, RCA and follow up) Care plans and risk assessments Action plan compliance Support CNMs to update action plans following an Internal Inspection or any external inspection. Ensure specialist training analysis reviews are conducted monthly and support is given to ensure optimal compliance with specialist training. Assist with the development of quality policies and procedures, quality tools, audit materials and Service User information materials. Support the implementation of new initiatives to improve Service User quality of life. Download the job description for a full list of responsibilities. About you Above all, youre someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork. Youll also be: Registered nurse, ideally with a nursing degree. Evidence of further professional development in relation to care, management or quality. Ideally a coaching qualification, able to coach and motivate others. Strong background in action planning and Service User care focus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Pragmatic in approach with strong problem solving and analytical skills and ability to apply these in complex and challenging situations. Able to work collaboratively across the business. Able to travel to all locations of the business. What we offer We offer great rewards and perks including: excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects retail and lifestyle discounts free DBS check electric car salary sacrifice scheme paid NMC membership paid access to the RCNi Learning platform 24/7 counselling and support Blue Light Card eligibility. How to apply Sound good? Wed love to hear from you. Click the button to APPLY NOW. TPBN1_UKTJ

Company description Housing Solicitor Salary: £53,090 - £56,253 per annum plus excellent benefits Location: Walsall, West Midlands Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week Closing Date: 21 August 2026 Interview Date: 27 August 2026 and 3 September 2026 We have an exciting opportunity in our Legal Team for an experienced Housing Solicitor to support and advise on housing related matters, housing condition claims and associated applications and claims. The ideal candidate will have experience of legal case management relating to housing matters eg tenancy breaches, anti-social behaviour and housing condition claims. Youll support the delivery of legal services to whg by providing advice and representation across a range of housing litigation matters. Working closely with the Housing Litigation Manager and wider Legal team, youll manage your own caseload while contributing to a collaborative, supportive environment. Job description Main job responsibilities: Managing a varied caseload of housing management matters including disrepair, rent possession, injunctions, tenancy succession and neighbourhood issues Preparing cases for court, drafting pleadings, witness statements and legal documentation Representing whg in hearings across the County Court, Magistrates Court and First-tier Tribunal Advising colleagues on legal risks, responsibilities and options relating to social housing Working closely with operational teams to support service delivery and case outcomes Ensuring compliance with legislation, court procedures, Civil Procedure Rules and professional standards Supporting knowledge sharing across the organisation, including informal guidance and updates on changes in law Required profile Were looking for someone who has: A law degree or other relevant professional qualification. Qualified Solicitor orFCILEX with 5+ years PQE, with experience of legal case management relating to housing condition claims, including drafting court applications, defences, witness statements, and with knowledge of the associated Civil Procedure Rules and Pre-Action Protocols. Experience of attending, presenting and advocacy in County Court hearings. A keen interest in social housing law, including an understanding of relevant legislation and case law. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to colleagues A collaborative attitude and be proactive in building strong working relationships. Experience in advising on and assisting with litigation, including casework and Court appearances. Experience of understanding and implementing Civil Procedure Rules Strong organisational and time management skills. Experience in court advocacy and case preparation. Good legal drafting skills Strong organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail Proficiency using legal databases and MS Office suite Good research skills Committed team player and ability to adapt well to new challenges Ability to develop and sustain strong relationships with colleagues and third-party stakeholders The ability to show resilience when dealing with challenging situations. Keep up to date of any changes in legislation and court procedures. Maintain professional propriety when dealing with customers who may be in a state of distress during court proceedings. Experience of using a case management system (desirable) What we offer Whats in it for you? In return, you will receive a competitive salary, 27 days annual leave (plus Christmas shut down), a defined benefit pension scheme, health cash plan, a range of shopping and leisure discounts. We are output focused and flexible and believe in giving colleagues the right balance of autonomy and support to enable them to work to their full potential. Despite the high expectation for performance and delivery, we are committed to ensuring colleagues have a healthy work-life balance and able to work in agile ways which support them. TPBN1_UKTJ

15.45 per hour | Full time hour contract | Various shifts | 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you’ll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you’ll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. In return, we’ll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) ~10% in-store discount ~ Enhanced family leave ~ Pension scheme ~ Long service awards ~ Thinking of using AI to help with your application? Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

£15.45 per hour | full time hour contract | various shifts | 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you’ll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you’ll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You’ll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we’ll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We’re proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there’ll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. • Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles, • Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks, • Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you, • Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager, • Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly, • Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store, • Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment, • The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team, • Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation, • Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team, • A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations, • 30-35 days holiday (pro rata), • 10% in-store discount, • Enhanced family leave, • Pension scheme, • Long service awards, • Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

15.45 per hour | Full time hour contract | Various shifts | 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you’ll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you’ll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. In return, we’ll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) ~10% in-store discount ~ Enhanced family leave ~ Pension scheme ~ Long service awards ~ Thinking of using AI to help with your application? Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Job description Service Manager - Mercedes-Benz Warrington Want to be the best you can be? It's what drives us too. Working in our aftersales department as a Service Manager you will be a key part of the Retail Centre. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills to deal with customers face to face or over the phone, providing an outstanding customer service to all customers. As part of a successful, global automotive group, you'll broaden your experience across both sites and brands. And with the right support from us, you'll be able to progress as high as you can aim. What we can offer you Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter Commute for less with our cycle-to-work scheme Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family 24/7 access to healthcare professionals , ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone. Life assurance with the option to increase cover We're open to flexible working options - just ask What you'll do day to day Lead, manage and motivate a team of automotive professionals, ensuring the dealership is adequately resourced Drive a high performance culture, ensuring performance is rewarded and underperformance is managed Oversee the service division, managing resource levels and productivity Accurately produce dealership reporting, in line with group reporting frameworks Support the dealership to consistently achieve high levels of customer satisfaction Helpful skills and qualifications Don't worry about ticking off every single skill here - if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you. Experience within the automotive industry is essential. Excellent organisation skills, with experience in high-level reporting. Experience working in an agile environment, where you have responded quickly to changing business needs. An open and approachable leadership style, with experience in leading, motivating, and coaching managers. We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don't meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply. Be part of something big Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail. But you don't need to love cars to work with us - just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people. Our Values At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do. Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - Professionalism These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team. TPBN1_UKTJ

Salary £50,000 | Flexible Working Hours | Company Pension | Career Progression A Quality Manager opportunity has arisen within a well-established specialist manufacturing business supplying products into a diverse range of established and growing engineering sectors. Leading the Quality function, you'll take ownership of the Quality Management System, develop the Quality team and work closely with customers and Operations to improve quality performance and drive continuous improvement. This opportunity could also suit an experienced Senior Quality Engineer looking to take the next step into Quality Management. Quality Manager responsibilities include - Taking ownership of the Quality Management System and driving its continued development. Leading customer, certification and internal audits, ensuring required quality standards are maintained. Leading and developing the Quality team, including Quality Engineers and Quality Technicians. Reviewing customer 8D reports, corrective actions and the effective use of Automotive Core Tools. Managing Quality KPIs, Management Reviews, procedures, Control Plans and supporting quality documentation. Working closely with customers and Operations to reduce defects, improve process capability and drive continuous improvement. Quality Manager desirable skills and experience - Quality Manager or Senior Quality Engineer experience within a manufacturing environment. Previous experience working within an IATF 16949 automotive manufacturing environment. Good knowledge of Automotive Core Tools including PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC and MSA. Experience supporting or leading customer, certification and internal audits. Strong customer-facing skills with experience managing quality issues and corrective actions. A proactive, hands-on approach to quality improvement and problem solving. Quality Manager benefits include - Salary of £50,000 . Flexible working hours. Company pension scheme. Opportunity to lead and develop an established Quality function. Career progression opportunity for an experienced Senior Quality Engineer. Ongoing training and career development. This role would suit an experienced Quality Manager, Senior Quality Engineer or Quality Lead looking to join an established manufacturing business supplying a diverse range of growing industry sectors. If you're an experienced Quality Manager or Senior Quality Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a specialist manufacturing environment, apply now via the link in this Quality Manager advert. Keywords: Quality Manager, Senior Quality Engineer, Quality Lead, Automotive Quality, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D, Root Cause Analysis, Control Plans, Automotive Core Tools, Quality Management System, QMS, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Wolverhampton, West Midlands. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering great customer service, someone who thrives within a sales and service environment and an excellent team manager. As a Hire Desk Manager, you will be responsible for the team of Hire desk controllers based at our call centre in Birchwood. Your team are the central point of contact to our customers who call into the depot on a daily basis. They might want to place an order or maybe they will have a query which you will help them with. We will also look to your team to find opportunities from each call trying to go beyond the customers' needs. The role of the Hire Desk Manager is vitally important – your team are at the forefront of the business and for this reason; we need someone who has proven people manager skills, someone who has proven and very strong customer service skills with some experience of sales. You also need to be able to multi-task, have confident computer skills and be organised. Responsibilities include: - • Be an ambassador for Health and Safety and to ensure compliance for quality, health and safety. • Ensure that customer service standards are exceeded for both internal and external customers and maintain those standards. Building strong working relationships with customers and operational staff. • Ensuring Hire Desk Management systems are followed and the IT platform is used effectively to process orders and enquiries. By monitoring the accuracy of data capture to minimise delivery issues and customer disputes • Monitor and manage the hire enquiry ensuring that conversion rates are managed dependent on business trends • Manage and lead the Hire Desk team to maximise all revenue opportunities to achieve KPI performance including actively promoting products and services by up selling initiatives. • Full responsibility of Hire Controller resource planning to ensure all incoming enquires are managed and responded to in a timely manner. • Responsibility of recruitment, development and training needs within the team • Set the standards of behaviours and attitudes required in the work place, motivate team members and effectively manage poor performing staff in line with HR Policies. • Liaise closely with the transport function to ensure customer satisfaction with regards to timely deliveries and collections in line with customer expectations • Demonstrating management of best practice and commitment to company values • Demonstrate ability to professionally resolve customer related problems or service issues and manage the professional resolution of issues and complaints. • Provide data analysis of customer complaint issues to other members of the management team upon request. • Produce monthly reports against KPI's of performance in all aspects of the function for Regional Operations Manager and Regional Director • Take shared responsibility of the operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, financial performance and Health and Safety of all locations in the region as part of the management team. The ideal candidate will be: - • Passionate about customer service and health and safety standards within the organisation • Have experience of managing a team within a busy customer facing environment. • Strong organisational, time management and good commercial awareness • Excellent telephone manner dealing with internal and external customers • Credible communicator, demonstrable leadership skills and ability to influence and negotiate effectively with customers, team and multiple functions within the organisation In return you will receive: • A Competitive Salary • Free Parking • Health Cash Plan • Childcare vouchers • Inclusion in the company share scheme • Auto enrolment pension scheme • 25 days holiday Part of the Loxam Group, Nationwide Platforms are the UK's leading specialist provider of Powered Access rental equipment, with the largest and broadest fleet, local depots spread across the country and our wealth of experience partnering with companies in a variety of sectors including Construction, Warehouse & Distribution, Aviation, Facilities Management, Industrial Services, Telecoms and Media, our customers can depend on us to provide the right solution to support their every working at height need. At Nationwide Platforms, your safety is absolutely our priority. Our award winning BlueSky Solutions and Training division offer our customers access to the latest and safest ways to work and through long standing partnerships with our manufacturers, we will always provide equipment that will lead the way to a safer industry. Some of our innovations include the award-winning secondary guarding systems and Harness ON™, a range of pioneering Material Handling Attachments (MHAs), and the SkySentry™ control and monitoring system. At Nationwide Platforms, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We recognise that a variety of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is crucial to our success in the Powered Access industry. Our commitment is to ensure that every employee feels respected, valued, and supported in their work environment TPBN1_UKTJ

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from LGPS Central Join LGPS Central at an important stage in our growth as we continue to strengthen our investment platform in line with the government’s Fit for the Future agenda. We are strengthening our investment leadership as part of a wider reorganisation of our investment functions and are recruiting a Head of Fixed Income. This senior role will set the strategic direction for Fixed Income, continue to develop a high-performing team, and ensure our portfolios deliver strong, sustainable outcomes for Partner Funds. You will help shape investment culture, portfolio construction, and responsible investment integration. #FixedIncome #InstitutionalInvesting #Leadership #UKPooling #Pensions #InvestmentCareers As Head of Fixed Income you will: • Lead the Fixed Income offering and ensure that it is fit for purpose., • Periodically review the range of FI assets offered and produce business cases for change where appropriate., • Drive forward the performance of the FI offering., • Periodically review the insourcing/outsourcing of FI assets., • Deliver the shared objectives of LGPS Central Limited and our partner funds focused on improving risk adjusted return after cost and the launch of pooled sub-funds., • Managing and improving investment capability and skills of the Fixed Income Markets team., • Integrate and maintain the house view on Responsible Investment into the investment process and culture., • Be an ambassador for LGPS Central Limited within the investment community, partner funds, and with regulators and key stakeholders., • A member of the Investment Committee (IC) approving recommendations for new products, product changes and retiring of our offering across all asset classes., • Provide assurance that portfolios are managed within the parameters set in the Prospectus/ Segregated mandates, • In conjunction with the CIO, and other “Heads of” and Investment Directors, devise and deliver a transparent and repeatable investment process that follows the LGPS Central Limited policies., • Working with the CIO to support the relevant aspects of the business strategy., • Implement and manage risk and compliance in accordance with the Risk and Compliance Framework in collaboration with the Chief Compliance, Legal Risk and Governance Officer., • Embed a culture of high performing, collaborative, research-based investing across LGPS Central Limited., • Embarking on an appropriate first line of defence control framework within the Investment Team., • Overseeing and managing the existing and new Fixed Income portfolios working with the Investment Directors, Senior Portfolio Managers, Portfolio Managers and others., • Responsibility for origination, analysis, due diligence (both on and off-site), legal review and negotiation (working with internal and external counsel), execution, and post-execution active monitoring and management of ACS and Segregated Fund Investments., • Working with the Finance and Operations teams to ensure Capital and Expense Calls, Distributions, and Investment/Fund related expenses are efficiently processed., • Review and analysis of ESG risks for any ACS and Segregated Fixed Income Market Funds., • As a team, actively monitor, manage, and advise on the Fixed Income market portfolios of Partner Funds. This includes advising on possible consolidations, secondary sales, attending External Manager meetings, Annual Investors Meetings, and ad-hoc calls/meetings with External Managers., • Representing the LGPS Central Pool portfolio interests on investor advisory boards of External Funds., • Lead on the development and launch of future LGPS Central Fixed Income Markets Funds. Tasks include negotiation of requirements with investors, specification of mandates, business case development, legal set up, IT systems and controls. LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for eight local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £45bn+ of their assets. It is one of eight Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. LGPS Central's Partner Funds are: The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds. • Significant experience of investment decision making in Fixed Income Markets., • Significant experience of insourcing the management of FI assets, across a range of FI assets., • Demonstrates portfolio construction and investment selection skills., • Experience of management and oversight of investment portfolios., • Has run and developed high performing teams., • High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills, • First class interpersonal, people management and communication skills., • Well-developed relationship partnering skills, including building and demonstrating personal credibility., • Inspirational in their leadership of the broader team., • Ability to reflect on feedback and support continuous improvement and thought leadership., • Ability and confidence to draw out and effectively manage conflict/challenge., • Substantial relevant experience of collaborative investment decision making and portfolio management at a senior level., • Can evaluate performance and risk of investment portfolios objectively., • Experience of management and oversight of internal and external investment portfolios across multiple asset classes., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills., • Preferably degree level or equivalent in relevant discipline., • Has or can meet all the requirements of being an FCA approved person. We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays, • Welfare and Family friendly policies, • Enhanced pay for new parents, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance, • Hybrid Working, • Company Service Awards, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 Personnel Today Awards 2022, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023, • Executive, • Full-time, • Finance, • Investment Management and Pension Funds Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LGPS Central by 2x Get notified about new Head of Fixed Income jobs in Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from LGPS Central Join LGPS Central at an important stage in our growth as we continue to strengthen our investment platform in line with the government’s Fit for the Future agenda. We are strengthening our investment leadership as part of a wider reorganisation of our investment functions and are recruiting a Head of Fixed Income. This senior role will set the strategic direction for Fixed Income, continue to develop a high-performing team, and ensure our portfolios deliver strong, sustainable outcomes for Partner Funds. You will help shape investment culture, portfolio construction, and responsible investment integration. #FixedIncome #InstitutionalInvesting #Leadership #UKPooling #Pensions #InvestmentCareers As Head of Fixed Income you will: • Lead the Fixed Income offering and ensure that it is fit for purpose., • Periodically review the range of FI assets offered and produce business cases for change where appropriate., • Drive forward the performance of the FI offering., • Periodically review the insourcing/outsourcing of FI assets., • Deliver the shared objectives of LGPS Central Limited and our partner funds focused on improving risk adjusted return after cost and the launch of pooled sub-funds., • Managing and improving investment capability and skills of the Fixed Income Markets team., • Integrate and maintain the house view on Responsible Investment into the investment process and culture., • Be an ambassador for LGPS Central Limited within the investment community, partner funds, and with regulators and key stakeholders., • A member of the Investment Committee (IC) approving recommendations for new products, product changes and retiring of our offering across all asset classes., • Provide assurance that portfolios are managed within the parameters set in the Prospectus/ Segregated mandates, • In conjunction with the CIO, and other “Heads of” and Investment Directors, devise and deliver a transparent and repeatable investment process that follows the LGPS Central Limited policies., • Working with the CIO to support the relevant aspects of the business strategy., • Implement and manage risk and compliance in accordance with the Risk and Compliance Framework in collaboration with the Chief Compliance, Legal Risk and Governance Officer., • Embed a culture of high performing, collaborative, research-based investing across LGPS Central Limited., • Embarking on an appropriate first line of defence control framework within the Investment Team., • Overseeing and managing the existing and new Fixed Income portfolios working with the Investment Directors, Senior Portfolio Managers, Portfolio Managers and others., • Responsibility for origination, analysis, due diligence (both on and off-site), legal review and negotiation (working with internal and external counsel), execution, and post-execution active monitoring and management of ACS and Segregated Fund Investments., • Working with the Finance and Operations teams to ensure Capital and Expense Calls, Distributions, and Investment/Fund related expenses are efficiently processed., • Review and analysis of ESG risks for any ACS and Segregated Fixed Income Market Funds., • As a team, actively monitor, manage, and advise on the Fixed Income market portfolios of Partner Funds. This includes advising on possible consolidations, secondary sales, attending External Manager meetings, Annual Investors Meetings, and ad-hoc calls/meetings with External Managers., • Representing the LGPS Central Pool portfolio interests on investor advisory boards of External Funds., • Lead on the development and launch of future LGPS Central Fixed Income Markets Funds. Tasks include negotiation of requirements with investors, specification of mandates, business case development, legal set up, IT systems and controls. LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for eight local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £45bn+ of their assets. It is one of eight Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. LGPS Central's Partner Funds are: The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds. • Significant experience of investment decision making in Fixed Income Markets., • Significant experience of insourcing the management of FI assets, across a range of FI assets., • Demonstrates portfolio construction and investment selection skills., • Experience of management and oversight of investment portfolios., • Has run and developed high performing teams., • High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills, • First class interpersonal, people management and communication skills., • Well-developed relationship partnering skills, including building and demonstrating personal credibility., • Inspirational in their leadership of the broader team., • Ability to reflect on feedback and support continuous improvement and thought leadership., • Ability and confidence to draw out and effectively manage conflict/challenge., • Substantial relevant experience of collaborative investment decision making and portfolio management at a senior level., • Can evaluate performance and risk of investment portfolios objectively., • Experience of management and oversight of internal and external investment portfolios across multiple asset classes., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills., • Preferably degree level or equivalent in relevant discipline., • Has or can meet all the requirements of being an FCA approved person. We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays, • Welfare and Family friendly policies, • Enhanced pay for new parents, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance, • Hybrid Working, • Company Service Awards, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 Personnel Today Awards 2022, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023, • Executive, • Full-time, • Finance, • Investment Management and Pension Funds Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LGPS Central by 2x Get notified about new Head of Fixed Income jobs in Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The SRA are recruiting for an experienced Lead Employee Relations Adviser to join the HR Services team on a permanent basis. Working closely with the wider HR team and stakeholders across the organisation, you will act as a senior Employee Relations subject matter expert, providing specialist advice and support on complex employee relations matters whilst helping to shape and continuously improve our people practices. The Role As our Lead Employee Relations Adviser, you will be the organisation's subject matter expert on complex employee relations matters, partnering with managers and stakeholders across the business to deliver practical, commercially focused advice. You'll lead on a broad range of casework, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence and organisational change matters, ensuring risks are managed appropriately and outcomes are fair and consistent. Alongside providing expert guidance, you'll support and develop managers and HR colleagues, identify trends through data and insight, and contribute to the development of policies, processes and people initiatives. This is a varied role that combines hands-on case management with the opportunity to influence wider people practices and drive continuous improvement across the organisation. What is in it for you? - Showcase your Employee Relations expertise by leading on a wide range of complex and challenging cases. - Play a key role in influencing people decisions and helping shape a positive workplace culture. - Coach and develop managers and HR colleagues to enhance organisational capability. - Contribute to strategic people projects, policy development and organisational change initiatives. - This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Birmingham office up to two days a week, and from home the rest of the week. - Additional 3% of annual basic salary for you to choose the benefits that best suit your lifestyle and personal situation. - Pension - We will contribute 1½ - 2 times your contribution, up to 12.25%. So, if you contribute 7%, you will enjoy the maximum combined contribution of 19.25%. - 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme. - Access to employee discount vouchers for savings on High Street brands, travel and supermarkets. - Life Assurance cover of 4 times basic salary. - Income Protection. - Private Medical Insurance for you and your family after completion of 2 years' service. - An extensive range of Heka Health and Wellbeing experiences to choose from with monthly company funding allowance. - A comprehensive range of flexible benefits to choose from each year. What we are looking for - Significant experience managing multiple complex employee relations cases. - Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations best practice. - Previous experience in leading on the management of ET1 claims and liaising with third parties and legal representatives. - Ability to formulate ER MI dashboards and interpret and articulate the data story to stakeholders, recommending appropriate actions and solutions. - Previous experience in developing a robust framework for reasonable adjustments. - Demonstrable experience in an effective coaching style approach achieving value added results. - Ability to adapt a style to suit the circumstances. - Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. - Experience supporting change programmes and HR projects. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with an exceptional attention to detail. - A proactive, organised and customer-focused approach. - CIPD qualification (or equivalent) is desirable. Useful information - Comparable job titles for this role used by other organisations might be Senior Employee Relations Adviser, Employee Relations Manager, Employee Relations Business Partner, Senior HR Adviser or Senior People Partner. - There is a role profile attached at the bottom of this advert which details the full skills and experience required. - If you have any questions that aren't in this advert or on our website, please contact us via: To apply Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and cover letter, addressing how you meet the requirements of the role. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. Closing date for applications is 31 August 2026.

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from LGPS Central Join LGPS Central at an important stage in our growth as we continue to strengthen our investment platform in line with the government’s Fit for the Future agenda. We are strengthening our investment leadership as part of a wider reorganisation of our investment functions and are recruiting a Head of Fixed Income. This senior role will set the strategic direction for Fixed Income, continue to develop a high-performing team, and ensure our portfolios deliver strong, sustainable outcomes for Partner Funds. You will help shape investment culture, portfolio construction, and responsible investment integration. #FixedIncome #InstitutionalInvesting #Leadership #UKPooling #Pensions #InvestmentCareers As Head of Fixed Income you will: • Lead the Fixed Income offering and ensure that it is fit for purpose., • Periodically review the range of FI assets offered and produce business cases for change where appropriate., • Drive forward the performance of the FI offering., • Periodically review the insourcing/outsourcing of FI assets., • Deliver the shared objectives of LGPS Central Limited and our partner funds focused on improving risk adjusted return after cost and the launch of pooled sub-funds., • Managing and improving investment capability and skills of the Fixed Income Markets team., • Integrate and maintain the house view on Responsible Investment into the investment process and culture., • Be an ambassador for LGPS Central Limited within the investment community, partner funds, and with regulators and key stakeholders., • A member of the Investment Committee (IC) approving recommendations for new products, product changes and retiring of our offering across all asset classes., • Provide assurance that portfolios are managed within the parameters set in the Prospectus/ Segregated mandates, • In conjunction with the CIO, and other “Heads of” and Investment Directors, devise and deliver a transparent and repeatable investment process that follows the LGPS Central Limited policies., • Working with the CIO to support the relevant aspects of the business strategy., • Implement and manage risk and compliance in accordance with the Risk and Compliance Framework in collaboration with the Chief Compliance, Legal Risk and Governance Officer., • Embed a culture of high performing, collaborative, research-based investing across LGPS Central Limited., • Embarking on an appropriate first line of defence control framework within the Investment Team., • Overseeing and managing the existing and new Fixed Income portfolios working with the Investment Directors, Senior Portfolio Managers, Portfolio Managers and others., • Responsibility for origination, analysis, due diligence (both on and off-site), legal review and negotiation (working with internal and external counsel), execution, and post-execution active monitoring and management of ACS and Segregated Fund Investments., • Working with the Finance and Operations teams to ensure Capital and Expense Calls, Distributions, and Investment/Fund related expenses are efficiently processed., • Review and analysis of ESG risks for any ACS and Segregated Fixed Income Market Funds., • As a team, actively monitor, manage, and advise on the Fixed Income market portfolios of Partner Funds. This includes advising on possible consolidations, secondary sales, attending External Manager meetings, Annual Investors Meetings, and ad-hoc calls/meetings with External Managers., • Representing the LGPS Central Pool portfolio interests on investor advisory boards of External Funds., • Lead on the development and launch of future LGPS Central Fixed Income Markets Funds. Tasks include negotiation of requirements with investors, specification of mandates, business case development, legal set up, IT systems and controls. LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for eight local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £45bn+ of their assets. It is one of eight Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. LGPS Central's Partner Funds are: The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds. • Significant experience of investment decision making in Fixed Income Markets., • Significant experience of insourcing the management of FI assets, across a range of FI assets., • Demonstrates portfolio construction and investment selection skills., • Experience of management and oversight of investment portfolios., • Has run and developed high performing teams., • High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills, • First class interpersonal, people management and communication skills., • Well-developed relationship partnering skills, including building and demonstrating personal credibility., • Inspirational in their leadership of the broader team., • Ability to reflect on feedback and support continuous improvement and thought leadership., • Ability and confidence to draw out and effectively manage conflict/challenge., • Substantial relevant experience of collaborative investment decision making and portfolio management at a senior level., • Can evaluate performance and risk of investment portfolios objectively., • Experience of management and oversight of internal and external investment portfolios across multiple asset classes., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills., • Preferably degree level or equivalent in relevant discipline., • Has or can meet all the requirements of being an FCA approved person. We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays, • Welfare and Family friendly policies, • Enhanced pay for new parents, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance, • Hybrid Working, • Company Service Awards, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 Personnel Today Awards 2022, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023, • Executive, • Full-time, • Finance, • Investment Management and Pension Funds Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LGPS Central by 2x Get notified about new Head of Fixed Income jobs in Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from LGPS Central Join LGPS Central at an important stage in our growth as we continue to strengthen our investment platform in line with the government’s Fit for the Future agenda. We are strengthening our investment leadership as part of a wider reorganisation of our investment functions and are recruiting a Head of Fixed Income. This senior role will set the strategic direction for Fixed Income, continue to develop a high-performing team, and ensure our portfolios deliver strong, sustainable outcomes for Partner Funds. You will help shape investment culture, portfolio construction, and responsible investment integration. #FixedIncome #InstitutionalInvesting #Leadership #UKPooling #Pensions #InvestmentCareers As Head of Fixed Income you will: • Lead the Fixed Income offering and ensure that it is fit for purpose., • Periodically review the range of FI assets offered and produce business cases for change where appropriate., • Drive forward the performance of the FI offering., • Periodically review the insourcing/outsourcing of FI assets., • Deliver the shared objectives of LGPS Central Limited and our partner funds focused on improving risk adjusted return after cost and the launch of pooled sub-funds., • Managing and improving investment capability and skills of the Fixed Income Markets team., • Integrate and maintain the house view on Responsible Investment into the investment process and culture., • Be an ambassador for LGPS Central Limited within the investment community, partner funds, and with regulators and key stakeholders., • A member of the Investment Committee (IC) approving recommendations for new products, product changes and retiring of our offering across all asset classes., • Provide assurance that portfolios are managed within the parameters set in the Prospectus/ Segregated mandates, • In conjunction with the CIO, and other “Heads of” and Investment Directors, devise and deliver a transparent and repeatable investment process that follows the LGPS Central Limited policies., • Working with the CIO to support the relevant aspects of the business strategy., • Implement and manage risk and compliance in accordance with the Risk and Compliance Framework in collaboration with the Chief Compliance, Legal Risk and Governance Officer., • Embed a culture of high performing, collaborative, research-based investing across LGPS Central Limited., • Embarking on an appropriate first line of defence control framework within the Investment Team., • Overseeing and managing the existing and new Fixed Income portfolios working with the Investment Directors, Senior Portfolio Managers, Portfolio Managers and others., • Responsibility for origination, analysis, due diligence (both on and off-site), legal review and negotiation (working with internal and external counsel), execution, and post-execution active monitoring and management of ACS and Segregated Fund Investments., • Working with the Finance and Operations teams to ensure Capital and Expense Calls, Distributions, and Investment/Fund related expenses are efficiently processed., • Review and analysis of ESG risks for any ACS and Segregated Fixed Income Market Funds., • As a team, actively monitor, manage, and advise on the Fixed Income market portfolios of Partner Funds. This includes advising on possible consolidations, secondary sales, attending External Manager meetings, Annual Investors Meetings, and ad-hoc calls/meetings with External Managers., • Representing the LGPS Central Pool portfolio interests on investor advisory boards of External Funds., • Lead on the development and launch of future LGPS Central Fixed Income Markets Funds. Tasks include negotiation of requirements with investors, specification of mandates, business case development, legal set up, IT systems and controls. LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for eight local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £45bn+ of their assets. It is one of eight Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. LGPS Central's Partner Funds are: The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds. • Significant experience of investment decision making in Fixed Income Markets., • Significant experience of insourcing the management of FI assets, across a range of FI assets., • Demonstrates portfolio construction and investment selection skills., • Experience of management and oversight of investment portfolios., • Has run and developed high performing teams., • High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills, • First class interpersonal, people management and communication skills., • Well-developed relationship partnering skills, including building and demonstrating personal credibility., • Inspirational in their leadership of the broader team., • Ability to reflect on feedback and support continuous improvement and thought leadership., • Ability and confidence to draw out and effectively manage conflict/challenge., • Substantial relevant experience of collaborative investment decision making and portfolio management at a senior level., • Can evaluate performance and risk of investment portfolios objectively., • Experience of management and oversight of internal and external investment portfolios across multiple asset classes., • Excellent judgement and analytical skills., • Preferably degree level or equivalent in relevant discipline., • Has or can meet all the requirements of being an FCA approved person. We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays, • Welfare and Family friendly policies, • Enhanced pay for new parents, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance, • Hybrid Working, • Company Service Awards, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 Personnel Today Awards 2022, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023, • Executive, • Full-time, • Finance, • Investment Management and Pension Funds Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LGPS Central by 2x Get notified about new Head of Fixed Income jobs in Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr

15.45 per hour | 40 hour contract | Various shifts | 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you’ll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you’ll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. In return, we’ll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)~10% in-store discount ~ Enhanced family leave ~ Pension scheme ~ Long service awards ~ Thinking of using AI to help with your application? Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.