Total 460 Manager job vacancies in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Your new company
My client is a leading brand in the Pharmaceutical centre and has a global footprint. An opening is available for maternity cover which will be for a minimum of 12 months. Ideally, you will start at the beginning of November to allow a handover. Initially, the role will be office based for the first 2 weeks, then hybrid working of two days in the office will be the working pattern.

The tax specialist will cover all taxes and it will have a focus on tax compliance and reporting, with opportunities to be involved in advisory aspects. The position involves working closely and in collaboration with the business and the accounting services and tax functions locally and globally as well as external tax advisers.

Your new role
You will

• Support the management of the direct and indirect tax compliance processes (namely corporation tax, VAT, plastics tax), which are undertaken by the in-house tax team, the accounting shared services centre and/or outsourced to external tax advisers, ensuring all deadlines are adhered to
• Support the oversight of the monthly group and annual statutory accounts reporting process as it relates to tax, which is undertaken by the accounting shared services centre ensuring all deadlines are adhered to
• Assist the team dealing with any tax enquires or queries from HMRC
• Support the team to provide tax guidance, advice and support across all taxes to the business and wider organisation
• Annual PSA preparation and submission (assisted by an external provider)
• Assist on various ad hoc tasks, projects and transactions including tax governance related issues
• Support the implementation of the Global tax policies, including transfer pricing

What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant or tax professional, available to interview during October for a November start. Previous in-house experience at Manager level is desired. Exposure to multiple taxes would be an advantage, both direct and indirect, perhaps with a leniency towards indirect taxes. Excellent written and communication skills are a must, along with the ability to hit the ground running, work autonomously and research as needed. You will report in and receive support from the Director of Tax.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a salary of up to £800 per day. Flexible working options are available along with hybrid working after two weeks, with 3 days at home and 2 in the office.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call James Clark on 01256 633150 or email

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.

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Clinical Service Manager

Allington Court Care Home, Lye Lane, Bricket Wood, St Albans, AL2 3TN. Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.7 / 10.

Up to £52,062 - Depending on experience.

Permanent - 40 hours per week.

Monday to Friday

Occasional night visits or weekend work may be required.

Welcome Bonus- £2000**

We make health happen.

Here at Bupa, we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence, and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives. Allington Court Bupa Care Home, sharing a site with Tenterden House Care Home, has recently undergone a significant refurbishment, enhancing the comfort and aesthetics for its residents.

Allington Court celebrates an Employee of the Month, fostering a culture of appreciation and motivation, it's not just a facility; it's a vibrant community where a great team of nurses and a dedicated head of care ensure that every resident feels supported and valued.

You'll help us make health happen by:

· Overseeing and assisting all aspects of nursing care/activities within the home.

· With the help of your team, you'll create and update individual care plans for our residents, maintaining clear, accurate and up-to-date medication records. · You'll ensure adequate staffing is always maintained within the home.

· Provide day to day support and guidance to the team - promoting our residents' independence, choice, and dignity.

· You'll build lasting relationships with the residents and the people they care about, as well as caring about the home itself - fostering a sense of community.

· Creating and developing strong relationships with local partners, you will liaise with these partners, playing an important role in raising the care home's profile in the local area and beyond.

· Key Skills and Qualifications Required: · You hold a valid UK NMC pin and stay committed to the NMC Codes of Conduct & professional development.

· You understand the impact of quality nursing care on residents' lives, promoting independence, choice, and dignity.

· You stay up to date with tissue viability, infection control, and care planning.

· You can build relationships, lead, mentor, and manage a team effectively.

· You are excellent at prioritising tasks and working efficiently as a compassionate team player.



Benefits

Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social, and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.

Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:

· My Healthcare - Quick, easy access to support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, and mental health support - all available via one phone number 24/7

· Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.

· Free meal on every shift

· 33 days holiday

· Long service - For every milestone at Bupa we will reward you with ecards, extra holidays, and money!

· Interest-free annual travel loan to enable the purchase of public transport annual season tickets.

· Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes.

· We offer a range of Bupa pension plans - find out more on our career site

· Parental leave - We have schemes for adoption, birth parents and co parents -find out more on our career site.

· Menopause Plan - Specifically designed to empower women to seek advice, choose their treatment and take control of their health.

· Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK

· We offer a sick pay scheme to our frontline teams, as an addition to statutory sick pay, to help provide some reassurance and financial support during longer absences.

Why Bupa?

We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring, and responsible in everything we do.

We encourage all our people to "Be you at Bupa", we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.

* Shift patterns may be subject to change dependant on the needs of the business.

** Your starter bonus will be paid to you in the next available pay run once you have completed four weeks' service and will be subject to deductions for tax and NI. T&Cs Apply.

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

As Assistant Manager at the Windmill - Harvester, you’ll bring your experience to the table, supporting the General Manager in leading your team to success. Through your passion and drive you will motivate your team to deliver excellent guest experience, mentoring each individual to be the best that they can be!

Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Amazing progression opportunities! We believe in growing our own talent. Last year, we promoted over 150 Assistant Managers to General Managers.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS ASSISTANT MANAGER YOU’LL…

• Use your management experience to support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business, being the Duty Manager when they are not around.
• Use your communication skills to train and inspire your team to deliver food, drink, and service to be proud of.
• Be the role model and guide development within your team.
• Lead the team to deliver moments that WOW our guest, keeping them coming back.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Introduction

Location: Stevenage

Contracted Hours Available: 25.5

Role Responsibility

We are passionate about celebrating our customers’ life moments and are now looking for a Deputy Store Manager to join our very successful Card Factory family to help fulfil this.

With a real focus on customer experience, colleague development and operational excellence, our Deputy Store Managers play a key part in driving the success of our stores. As a Deputy Store Manager, you will be responsible for delivering commercial growth and developing a team culture of putting the customer at the heart of everything we do alongside your Store Manager. You will have an own business mentality. You will lead the way for our store teams, not only in the absence of the Store Manager but driving great service, people development and standards every day. You’ll be a passionate and motivated person with aspiration of being one of our future Store Managers.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will be as passionate about celebrating our customers’ life moments as we are.
• Is customer centric with a passion for driving excellence service.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Positive forward thinking approach.
• Is comfortable analysing store performance metrics.
• Commercially minded.
• Is an engaging and enthusiastic leader.
• Keen to progress and develop you’re career with aspirations of being a Store Manager of the future.

Package Description

About the Company

Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland.  In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer.  This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey. 

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Benefits

• Pension
• 15% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Support
  • Financial Education Tools
  • Salary Advance
• Seasonal incentive schemes
• Retail Management Apprenticeship Programmes with local providers with access to a virtual internal network for learning together
• Discounted gym membership, mobile phone contracts, and car leasing
• Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave

This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.

For any questions email: vacancies@cardfactory.co.uk (we do not accept CVs/Applications via email)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly.

No agencies, please.

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Sportswift Ltd T/A Card Factory

Job Specification: Site Manager
Job Title: Site Manager
Location: Bishop Stortford
Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent

Company Overview:
My client are a leading construction company working on a range of high-profile projects. They are known for our caring culture, flexibility, and generous approach to employee welfare. Thy are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Site Manager to join our dynamic team.

Role Overview:
As a Site Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all on-site activities to ensure the project progresses according to plans and schedules. Your role will involve managing construction workers, liaising with clients and other professionals, maintaining quality control, and ensuring all tasks meet safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the site operations, ensuring progress aligns with the project plan. Report any issues or potential delays promptly.
Work closely with Estimators and the Procurement Department to manage resources, materials, and equipment.
Ensure all installations and materials meet the project's scope and statutory regulations. Perform daily and weekly checks on all plant, machines, and tools.
Liaise with sub-contractors and design/structural/surveying consultants to ensure all aspects of the project are covered.
Identify and support the Site Supervisor, ensuring they can fulfil their responsibilities effectively.
Communicate with clients, construction professionals, and occasionally the public to maintain transparency and manage expectations.
Risk Management: Assess, identify, and minimize risks throughout the project.
Ensure all operations adhere to safety, regulatory, and environmental standards, including airport-specific requirements.
Compile and maintain project documentation, including Operation and Maintenance Manuals.

Candidate Requirements:
Experience: Proven experience in managing major projects, with a background in commercial fit-outs preferred.
Trade Background: A trade background is essential, though the specific trade is flexible.

Benefits:
Competitive salary of £55,000 - £75,000 DOE.
Company vehicle or van.
Paid driving tests (if required).
Standard pension scheme.
24 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
Flexibility in working hours, with consideration for additional days off outside the standard holiday allowance.

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, typically 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, with the possibility of unsociable hours and weekends.

Team Structure:
The successful candidate will work alongside a team of approximately 10 internal staff members and various external subcontractors.

Application Process:
The interview process consists of two stages: an initial interview via Teams with Rebecca, followed by a second interview with the Operations Manager. Interviews will be scheduled promptly upon identifying suitable candidates, potentially the next day.

To apply, please submit your CV as soon as possible.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

CARDS FOR GOOD CAUSES
Our client is the UK’s largest multi-charity retailer, selling cards and gifts on behalf of over 200 UK charities including national organisations such as Cancer Research UK, Alzheimer’s Society, along with local charities such as Hospices, Air Ambulances and Wildlife Trusts. In the last 10 years alone, they have raised over £22.5 million for UK charities and £2.7 million for local community projects.
Each year the company facilitate the opening of a national chain of pop-up shops to operate in the festive season. This role supports that network of shops to maximise income.
Are you the right person for the job?
• Experience across customer-facing environments
• Experience of working under own initiative within an established commercial framework
• Organisational skills
• Time management skills
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of the retail sector, ideally within a charity context
• Can lead a team of people with passion and enthusiasm offering support to the team as needed, demonstrating appropriate leadership and desired behaviours
• Commercial awareness and ability to make decisions to drive revenue
• Organising in-shop events and other sales promotions
• Ability to communicate with a variety of people at different levels
• Understands excellent customer service and can act as an ambassador for our client in their local community
• Responds with agility to changing consumer and partner needs to maximise all opportunities
• Builds collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders built on trust and mutual respect
• Demonstrates a passion for CFGC’s vision, mission and values

What will your role as a Shop Manager look like?
• Responsible for managing all aspects of the shop.
• To actively recruit, line manage and support shop volunteers to maximise sales and revenue for participating charities
• Communicating and working effectively with other shop managers to ensure day to day operations are met
• Meet sales targets, increasing sales and profit for the shop
• To manage the set-up processes of the shop including the processing of deliveries and reporting of discrepancies
• To discuss layout of a shop with the Regional Manager and ensure all merchandising equipment is assembled in line with agreed plans
• To manage stock levels, replenishing accordingly and liaising with Regional Manager to request top ups of stock
• Set up the EPOS system and train volunteers accordingly
• Responsible for cash handling, reconciling EPOS and all banking procedures
• Identify volunteer recruitment needs action recruitment campaigns in discussion with Regional Manager
• The shop manager will be required to cover shifts in the absence of volunteers
• Support the marketing team with activities to raise the profile of the shop and organisation in the local community
• Take responsibility for rotas to ensure the shop is always operational within its agreed opening hours
• To offer exceptional customer service
• To support any other tasks that support the day to day running of the shop and team

What’s next? It’s easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can’t wait to hear from you!
Your data will be handled in line with GDPR.

CNC Sliding Head Setter

Permanent

£38,000 - £42,000 per annum dependent on experience

40 hours per week

Monday to Friday, WK1 6am-2pm & WK2 1.30pm-10pm (Early finish on Friday's - 1.30pm - 6.40pm)

24 days Holiday Plus all statory public bank holidays

Hitchin - SG4 0TW Area

Acorn by Synergie is currently working with an exciting engineering client based in Hitchin, who are looking for an experienced CNC Sliding Head Setter. The role will involves working with different types of materials and our client offers a progressive & supportive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Experienced Setting and Operating CNC sliding Head machines - (Fanuc preferable)
• The ability to read and create programs for production
• An ability of working to a high standard
• A passion to work in a busy and fast paced environment
• Attention to detail and always looking to improve the process
• Excellent general measuring skills
• A good understanding of engineering drawings
• Enthusiastic and Fast Learning

You will be working with the world's largest Plastics machining business based at there Hitchin plant, they encourage a progressive and supportive environment and are keen to find a person who is a free thinker but also able to apply themselves to team activity.

They offer a busy and clean working environment using the very latest machine tools and measuring instruments. they are a business that embraces continuous improvement and encourage initiative and creativity within all the team. Your duties will include setting CNC sliding head machines for production, making in-process adjustments, maintaining quality control of the parts you are producing, and liaising with the machine Cell Support and QC teams.

The Salary for the role is £38,000-£42,000 per annum depending upon experience, which includes a shift premium of 20%.

Benefits include 24 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, a profit sharing scheme, sick pay scheme and the possibility of advancement.

They offer support for training and understand that the specialist sector of the market requires them to provide familiarity with all processes and customer requirements, with this in mind we invite candidates from all sectors of engineering machined parts to be considered for this position.

Additional Attributes

• A strong work ethic and professional appearance.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt.
• Flexibility in approach to work.

Requirements

• Previous experience or use as a CNC setter

If you possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you further.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Category Manager, Caravans
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid – 3 days a week in office)
Annual salary + bonus and benefits

We’re looking for an experienced Category Manager to lead on and execute sourcing, contracting and supply management activity across all Caravan-related spend areas, including decking and maintenance, as well as leading on supplier-side warranty and the aftersales agenda. This is a key category for our business and you will work with stakeholders across the operation.

Your Opportunity:
To learn, develop and become an expert in a key area of the business by:
- Leading and developing the Caravans category, including developing and executing new opportunities to deliver continuous improvement across the supply base
- Developing the commercial relationship with your suppliers
- Taking accountability for going to market, sourcing, procuring, negotiating, contracting and ongoing category management of all supplier spend in their categories
- Working with your stakeholders to assist them in determining the business needs / specification and develop appropriate sourcing strategies
- Ensure in-depth understanding of aftersales relating to each manufacturer performance and act as point of escalation for parks.

What we’d like you to bring:
- Sourcing, contracting and category management experience
- Knowledge of caravans and their manufacture, maintenance and operation
- Advanced stakeholder management skills
- A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across multiple different areas and many stakeholders
- Comprehensive experience across the full procurement spectrum, with food and beverage experience

What’s In It For You?
- Holiday allowance that rises with service, plus a ‘Holiday Buy Scheme’
- Annual bonus
- 20% discount on both Haven and Warner Hotels holiday for you, family and friends
- Comprehensive wellbeing support
- Access to the Bourne Leisure corporate box at the O2 Arena ,London
- Exclusive discounts with corporate partners
- Exciting career pathways, including Learning and Development opportunities such as Apprenticeships and Degrees
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied)

Who are we?
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.

What’s it like to work with us?
Our people and the teams they form are the backbone of a professional experience with us. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.
We operate a hybrid working model, meaning 50% of your working week will be spent at the office, occasionally on Park, or at external events.

What can you expect during the recruitment process?
The interview process will be up to 3 stages and may contain a presentation or skills test, depending on the role. Please reach out if you need additional support or specific arrangements to enable you to perform to the fullest during this process.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are ready to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk.

Store Manager - Cardiff
Location : Splott Road, Cardiff, CF24 2DA

Salary: £32,500 - £38,500 per annum plus great benefits

Contract: Permanent



We're looking for a skilled Store Manager to join our retail team. This full-time Store Manager role comes with a competitive salary and brilliant benefits package.

As a Store Manager, you'll help to deliver the store purpose by guiding the commercial and community strategies in your store. You'll also lead your team and show them how to make shopping at Co-op a fantastic experience, you'll help them to grow and learn so they can show our customers, colleagues and members the difference Co-op brings to local communities.

In this role, you can expect to:

* Empower your team to deliver great service, personally promoting the Co-op difference to customers and members
* Build an inclusive culture where everyone can speak up and share their views
* Develop your team through regular performance conversations to help them reach their potential
* Make sure the store is safe, legal and operational
* Manage and optimise your store's commercial performance, recruit new team members and manage HR processes

You'll need experience of guiding and developing a team and working in a busy, service-focused environment. Good communication skills are essential, and you should be able to coach, motivate and inspire your team. You'll also need:

* Resilience and great problem solving skills
* The ability to understand and analyse commercial information
* Willingness to roll up your sleeves and support the team with delivery of store activities

In return for your passion and commitment, you'll get a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes an annual bonus (based on personal and business performance), 36 days holiday including bank holidays (rising with service) and 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round. You'll also get:

* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Wagestream app - giving access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* Cycle to work scheme
* Coaching and training to support your career development

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.
As part of the application process for this job, you'll need to complete two online assessments. It will take around 20 minutes to complete these tests.
We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.

Our Store Managers are inspirational role models who aspire to continuously improve!

CELEBRATE LIFE & EXPRESS LOVE

Store Manager – Ernest Jones – Stevenage

As Store Manager here at Ernest Jones in Stevenage you’ll be responsible for achieving the store’s targets through promoting the sales culture instore, building and inspiring a strong customer-first team and by ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. You’ll be passionate about role modelling your selling skills, coaching and inspiring your team through great leadership and adopting a proactive approach to sales management.

You’ll also be responsible for consistent compliance with company instructions, policies and processes and will be responsible for control of costs, payroll, shrinkage and expenses for the store. You’ll also oversee the planning and organisation of operational activities within the store.

We encourage our Store Managers to lead their teams boldly, by showing them the way and inspiring them, thereby creating a sense of pride and willingness to exceed expectations.

Become a special part of creating incredible memorable events for our clients!

At Ernest Jones you’ll devote your time to establishing excellent relationships with our clients, to ensure that when making a special purchase from our breath-taking collection of exquisite diamonds, our selection of some of the world's most prestigious watch brands or our extensive range of exclusive luxury jewellery and gift items that they are guided by your experience and knowledge to select the perfect piece to mark their occasion.

The experience of working in Jewellery and Watch retail is truly unique – join us and be part of something special!

Could you be the finishing touch that makes our team complete?

Are you the perfect gem?

We’re looking for suitable candidates to demonstrate the following:

• An excellent track record of successfully achieving KPI's.
• Experience of holding accountability for managing the commercial performance of a store.
• Experience of leading store teams.
• Experience of target-setting and interpreting business data.
• An ability to inspire, coach and develop your team to maximise potential and performance.
• Proven track record of role modelling and consistently delivering amazing customer experiences.
• Clear passion for our products and ability to put yourself in our customers shoes.
• A competitive spirit.
• Basic knowledge of legislative responsibilities e.g. recruitment, employment law, health and safety, trading standards.

What's next?

When you submit your application, you will be invited to complete a short online assessment.

If successful, you will be asked to complete a short video which gives you the opportunity to tell us a little more about you and why you would like to join us.

Successful applicants will be contacted by a member of our recruitment team inviting you to the final stage interviews.

We recommend to regularly check your emails to ensure you don’t miss any updates with your application.

What will you receive in return?

Your Rewards

Upon joining us as a Store Manager you’ll be supported from day-one through our bespoke Management Induction programme, which equips you with the core detail you require in order to succeed in-store. Brand training and internationally recognised Gemmological qualifications and other product-based training modules will all also be available at your fingertips through our internal ‘Signet Jewellery Academy’.

In addition to being able to access dedicated Learning & Development resources, you’ll also achieve the following benefits:

• Competitive salary including sales incentives.
• Generous discount of up to 30% off our fabulous products from day one.
• An annual enhanced discount to celebrate the day you joined our team.
• Retirement Savings plans which offer flexibility in the way you save for the future.
• Immediate Life Assurance from day one.
• A minimum of 33 days holiday per year.
• Recognised qualifications, study support and structured career progression.
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme.
• Financial Wellbeing scheme.
• Give As You Earn scheme – An easy way to support causes close to your heart.
• Real Rewards - exclusive discounts on groceries, travel and leisure.

Apply now to see how your career could Shine with Signet!

Be part of something special!

Signet is the name behind H. Samuel and Ernest Jones. Together, we have more than 270 stores in the UK and Republic of Ireland. But that’s not all, we are part of the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewellery with approximately 2,800 stores. Just imagine where your career could take you

Signet Jewelers (H. Samuel & Ernest Jones) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are proud to have achieved Disability Confident Committed status (Level 1). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Housing Manager

Central Region – Watford and surrounding areas

Permanent, Full time (37.5 hpw)

Salary £35,000, with great benefits including Health cash plan

Home, a place where you belong

This is a great job opportunity for a Housing Manager to join Home Groups awesome housing team in the Central Region covering the Watford and surrounding areas. As our Housing Manager, you’ll be the face-to-face customer support to our communities on your patch. This is the perfect job for you if you like variety and delivering excellent services to our customers and communities. It is an ideal job for someone who has a passion for neighbourhood management, including managing anti-social behaviour and supporting our customers through some difficult times. You may already have extensive experience as a generic Housing Manager or experience of face-to-face customer service within another sector.

You’ll join our team with a real focus on delivering for our customers within our communities. You will be supported by the wider housing management teams, Community Housing Assistants and Financial Inclusion Partners. Through visibility, engagement with customers and proactivity on our estates, you’ll really get to get to know our communities. This will help us to improve our local neighbourhoods.

Typical day as a Housing Manager

• You’ll understand the community that you work in for our general needs, shared ownership and leasehold customers covering our homes in the Central Region and Hertfordshire and decide on the necessary course of action.
• You will develop and maintain a community patch plan in collaboration with our customers and external stakeholders.
• You will represent Home Group in our communities and being present on our estates undertaking Housing Manager tasks such as: Patch Inspections, Anti-social behaviour management, statutory compliance visits, rent arrears visits and viewings/sign-ups for new customers.
• You’ll progress legal paperwork such as Notices of Seeking Possession and prepare witness statements for anti-social behaviour cases at court.
• Represent Home Group at Court on cases on your patch
• You will also have involvement across our other housing management functions.

Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You’ll do that here, working for one of the top ten Great Place to Work in the UK!

You have

• You will have a background in neighbourhood management processes, either within the housing sector or an alternative sector.
• You’ll have an understanding of housing management, housing law and customer service.
• You are fully competent in IT and can learn new systems quickly.
• You’re super organised and methodical in your approach and are a proactive self-starter with a “can do” positive attitude.
• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service and have a genuine desire to help your customers.
• This job can challenge, especially when we’re dealing with complaints, but your resilience will help you through.
• Confident working with external partners and stakeholders such as local authorities.

Our team

You’ll join Jane, our Senior Housing Manager Jane who’s been with us for four years. Outside of work Jane is a busy mum of three, ranging in age from 5 up to teenagers, so she spends a lot of time supporting the local girls and boys football teams, and being taxi to various Scouts and other clubs!

Although we work as a mobile team, we are close knit and supportive of one another. We meet regularly on-site but also monthly for team meetings at our Bishop’s Stortford office where there's always cake and biscuits (maybe fruit too!) We don’t just love to support our customers, we’re there for each other too!

Job details

• Hybrid working which involves working from home, in the community or your nearest local office.
• You'll manage your own diary and be accountable for achieving KPI’s.
• You will need to be able to drive and have access to a vehicle insured for business purposes. Don’t worry, we’ll pay your business mileage to cover this use!
• You’ll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that.

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What’s in it for you?

• 34 days leave (including bank holidays and a “me day” to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!
• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more.
• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.
• Generous pension scheme with life insurance of 3 x salary
• Colleagues really matters to us, that’s why we’re the 10th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them.
• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!
• Colleague wellbeing really matters to us. There are a number of tools and support available to help you when you need them.
• Explore our benefits in detail on our website

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our Housing Manager Job description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out.

Finally do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk

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We are recruiting for a Payroll Team Leader who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.

We are looking to recruit a Payroll Team Leader, who has a passion and drive for providing excellent customer service, who has an exceptional telephone manner and excellent administrative and IT skills and is driven to motivate and guide team members to provide outstanding delivery to our employees and stakeholders.

Demonstrating outstanding attention to detail and have prominent knowledge in current UK payroll legislation. The ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines whilst being flexible and able to diversify to the changing business needs is essential. Knowledge of NHS terms and conditions and experience of Oracle or ESR is highly desirable.

Our Values are Include, Respect and Improve. It is important that you understand and refer to our values during your recruitment process and beyond!

Reporting to Payroll & Assistant Payroll Manager to ensure the successful running of the team payroll, providing high quality customer service, ensuring the payrolls are processed correctly and on time.

Managing and supervising existing payroll and pension team members.

Work with other Team Leaders, Payroll Officers & Pension Officers to ensure that staff are paid accurately and in line with both HMRC legislation and NHS Policy.

Training, coaching, and advising payroll team members about payroll and pension issues.

Able to manual calculate complex calculations which include cross tax-year Tax, NI and Pension deductions and refunds.

Process payroll runs, supplementary runs and reversals when necessary.

At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now.

We run the following hospitals:
• The Lister Hospital, Stevenage
• New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City
• Hertford County, Hertford
• Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood

We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda.

We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role




This advert closes on Thursday 12 Sep 2024

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role