Total 86 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 1RH

Job Title: Project Controller
Location: Plymouth, Devon + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: £43,935.00 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF60429

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Project Controller at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.

The role
As a Project Controller, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary, where you will interpret and influence project performance across one of the submarine business units' key projects.

Day-to-day, you'll analyse and coordinate baseline management and performance management across elements of a project.

• Working across all project controls functions to ensure an integrated approach to scope / change management, project planning, cost management/earned value management and risk management
• Responsible for assuring project control inputs and outputs to governance forums
• Detailed performance management including provision of narratives and detailed bespoke analysis
• Ownership of any specific project control documentation
• Support the implementation of internal and external change to the baseline

This role is full time, 35 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with 3 days in the office/onsite and 2 days working from home.

Essential experience of the Project Controller:

• Proven experience of working within at least one Project Controls function.
• A broad understanding of Project Controls, specifically cost control, earned value, finance, scheduling, change, risk and estimating.
• Previous experience applying data analysis to a project environment.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to engage across various stakeholder groups.
• Evidence of personal effectiveness and ability to use problem solving skills to drive results.

Qualifications for the Project Controller:

• APM PMQ / or equivalent experience

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 28/11/2024

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Project Management and Delivery Lead the operational planning and execution of the reprocurement programme, ensuring timely delivery of all milestones. Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring that timelines, risks, and resources are effectively managed and adjusted as necessary. Liaise with stakeholders, including NHS providers, local authorities, and community organisations, to ensure alignment and smooth service transitions Report directly to the Programme Director, providing regular updates on project progress and key risks. Proposes changes to own project and making recommendations for other project delivery. Risk Management and Compliance Proactively identify, manage, and escalate risks related to the project, particularly those associated with service transitions and compliance with the NHS Provider Selection Regime (PSR). Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and legal obligations throughout the reprocurement process. Monitor potential operational challenges and ensure contingency plans are in place. Monitoring and Evaluation Prepare regular project updates, performance dashboards, and strategic reports for the Programme Board and Lead Leadership. Track and report on the success of service transitions, ensuring that the project delivers improved outcomes for patients, particularly in reducing health inequalities Draft end of programme report capturing outcome, learning and recommendations for future programmes of work. For further details please see the full Job Description.

Other information

This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald. Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.
This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.

About Mott MacDonald Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy.
Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.

We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business and endless opportunities.
We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards.
You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities – from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk – our projects make a real difference.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion A Mott MacDonald Bentley we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect.
Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion here: https://www.mottmacbentley.co.uk/people.
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. Please call 01756 691572 or email recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk to discuss any such adjustments that we can make. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy here: Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Mott MacDonald
Agile working We are committed to providing a flexible and agile working environment that supports both our employees and the needs of the business.
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“The business is always looking for opportunities to grow and increase turnover/margins. This provides development opportunities for people across all areas and disciplines”

Do you have an appetite for delivering high-quality design and build civil engineering projects on time and within budget, utilising your experience and quality to lead the team?  

Are you experienced in delivering Civil engineering projects? 

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! 

Mott MacDonald Bentley have recently been successful in securing a long-term framework agreement with South West Water and have an opportunity for a Project Leader to join our newly established team. 

Discover the role of a Project Leader from our perspective: 

https://www.mottmac.com/careers/project-leaders 

You will be; 

Leading the design of clean water and non-infrastructure projects through the outline and detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover.  

Coordinating the project team including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Process designers and ensure designs are completed on programme, within budget, and to the quality defined by each framework and industry specifications.  

Work as part of a “project triangle” alongside a Site Manager and Quantity Surveyor to ensure that technical, constructability and commercial aspects of project delivery are considered throughout

If the above role isn’t for you, we are building a large team across the Southwest, so would be very interested to hear from you. Operational, Commercial and Support are all areas we are looking to grow, get in touch and can have a conversation around other positions available within the framework.

What we can offer you:  

- Matching pension contributions up to 7%
- Agile working
- Professional subscription  
- Culture
- “Good people (emphasis on people not professionals), good pay and a very adaptive organisation (adaptive to changes in the world i.e. climate change and cost of living changes)”  


Other information

This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald.Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.
This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Business Administrator at Isca Academy.

You will be a highly motivated, efficient and organised administrator, who is a team player, as you will work with a number of people at all levels across the school. You’ll be responsible for providing effective day-to-day support to the Head of Business Support and the wider leadership team. You will be expected to use initiative and experience to confidently react to the unexpected within a very busy school environment; excellent organisation skills are essential to handle the variety of tasks required to be undertaken.

The post represents an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant and ambitious Academy working within the Ted Wragg Trust.

At Isca Academy, we are relentlessly ambitious for all our children and intend to have the best outcomes to improve life chances for all. We are on our five-year journey to becoming the best school in the country and are unapologetic about this ambition. We intend to transform Isca into a beacon of national excellence in order to support the improvement of education in the South West. We understand that outcomes in our region are not good enough and are determined to change this.

If you are able to meet the requirements of this role, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal conversation please contact: recruitment@isca.exeter.co.uk

For further information, and to apply for the role, please visit: www.tedwraggtrust.co.uk/vacancy

Closing date: 21st November 2024

(This job advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if you are interested)

Interview date: 25th November 2024

The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.

We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education.

What the school offers its staff

Please see attached job description.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Job Title: Business Improvement Specialist
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Compensation: £42,245 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF59135

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Business Improvement Specialist at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.

The role:
As a Business Improvement Specialist, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Within an energetic and diverse team working to challenging timescales to deliver transformation projects / programmes in different functions and sectors across defence in the UK.

Day-to-day, you'll be reporting to the central Devonport Business Improvement function and be accountable to the Business Improvement (BI) Manager. Tasking will be the responsibility of the Transformation Programme Lead for the allocated project / programme. In addition to this you can expect:

• Supporting process improvement projects within the function, and work with specialists and leads to implement improvement plans.
• Providing analysis of data on useful information and insights including performance against plan.
• Supporting project activities applying a structured approach and process, ensuring the use of the correct tools and techniques to deliver project(s) through the lifecycle.
• Establishing trusting relationships with the business's key leaders and stakeholders, to ensure that there is a free flow of ideas, information and coordinated activity across the project / programme.
• Ability to perform a range of assignments using established approaches to analyse and resolve problems.

This role is full time 35, hours per week and is based at on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard.

Essential experience of the Business Improvement Specialist:

• Experience and understanding of project management (preferably PMQ) and the delivery of projects.
• Experience in project management with knowledge of related disciplines e.g. change management and lean working.
• Knowledge and understanding of organisational change models such as Kotter's, Lewin's, 7-S Model, nudge theory etc.
• Experience of analysis of data to provide useful information and insights including performance against plan.
• Ability to work well with small teams as well as a wider groups of stakeholders. Fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Qualifications for the Business Improvement Specialist:

• Qualified to a degree level or be able to demonstrate a career-based knowledge and experience.

Must have one of the following:

• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
• APMG Change Management Foundation.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

Security Clearance:
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International:
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 19/11/2024

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See Job Description and Person Specification Duties and Responsibilities The post holder will undertake the following duties and responsibilities.Create and maintain good working relationships with teams within IT and help support peers resolving estates issues requiring IT intervention. Be a specialist point of contact and provide expert guidance on estates schemesbased on experience and ensure key stakeholders are kept up to date and sign off on any new project initiation.Attendance on all PMO related calls requiring close working with multiple internalservice lines imparting and communicating complex information.Manage, deliver, and hold accountability for assigned IT PMO estates portfolio / projects.Adhere to ICB internal process to produce estates quotes as necessary ensuring governance around financial conduct, processes and any internal sign-off.Organising the project management structure and workstreams for each individualproject / portfolio activity.Overseeing the full implementation of the projects ensuring delivery againstestablished milestones to time.Liaison with 3rd party suppliers, estates leads, PCN leads, GP practice managersand other stakeholders relevant to the estates initiative. Imparting complex IT estates information persuading and gaining buy in from parties where there is disagreement on the way forward.Budgetary management including reporting as part of project governance to finance /ITPB / local checkpoints.Develop business cases / PIDs utilising experience to alert on any key risks, workingwith Estates leads as required.Analyse, prepare and present (inline with current ICB templates) key projectgovernance artifacts (not limited to) such as lessons learnt log, RAID log, highlight reports, exception reports.Help to keep the PMO portfolio updated with progress of all related works ensuringSMT teams are able to report on progress when required.Setup / chair / attend (as required) any IT PMO/ Programme / Project level meetingswith relevant audience.Work with finance teams to raise any relevant POs or invoice queries ensuring leadsare notified of progress and any risk to timelines.Work with internal asset / logistics teams to be able to report on any stock levels or supplier hardware quotations including updated pricing or delivery mechanisms.Attend Premise Control Group meetings (as required) to ensure IT Estatesrequirements are catered for or understood by the wider directorates.Ensure adherence to cabling standards and relevant systems as widely used within the ICB.

Job Title: Senior Business Improvement Specialist
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Compensation: £49,943 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF59924

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Business Improvement Specialist at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.

The role:
As a Senior Business Improvement Specialist, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will form a key role within an energetic and diverse team working to challenging timescales to deliver transformation projects/programmes in different functions and sectors across defence in the UK.

Day-to-day:
You'll have project management focus with a level of responsibility for ensuring projects meet objectives to the correct quality, on time and on budget by applying structured processes and governance to achieve specific objectives.

• Defining and scoping of process improvement projects within the function, and work with specialists and leads to implement improvement plans.
• Analysing business, unit and department process performance, assemble and publish performance reports including providing a commentary on variations and achievements including diagnosing issues and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Leading project activities and day to day management of the projects. Applying a structured approach and process, ensuring the team use the correct tools and techniques to deliver project(s) through the lifecycle.
• Establishing trusting relationships with the business's key leaders and stakeholders, to ensure that there is a free flow of ideas, information and coordinated activity across the project/programme.
• Undertaking of complex and non-routine assignments with minimal supervision and provide support to more junior roles.

This role is full time 35, hours per week and is based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard.

Essential experience of the Senior Business Improvement Specialist:

• Experience and understanding of project management (preferably PMQ) and the delivery of projects.
• Experience in project management with knowledge of related disciplines e.g. change management and lean working.
• Knowledge and understanding of organisational change models such as Kotter's, Lewin's, 7-S Model, nudge theory etc.
• Experience of analysis of data to provide useful information and insights including performance against plan.
• Ability to work well with small teams as well as a wider groups of stakeholders. Fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Qualifications for the Senior Business Improvement Specialist:

• Qualified to a degree level or be able to demonstrate a career-based knowledge and experience

Must hold one of the following:

• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
• APMG Change Management Foundation
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Security Clearance:
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International:
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 30/10/2024

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A well-established independent Opticians based in Axminster, Devon are looking to recruit a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.

This is a well established practice which has gone from strength to strength. It has a long standing reputation in the area for its high levels of patient care and professionalism.

Optometrist - Role

• Well established independent Opticians
• Recent refit making it a spacious modern environment
• Loyal patient base of all ages
• Focus on patient care
• Amazing patient reviews
• Providing thorough sight tests to patients
• Access to advanced equipment -Topcon OCT, Nidex Duo-Scan OCT, Nidex Digital Chart, Icare Tonometer
• Complex contact lens fits
• Working alongside an experienced team including a Dispensing Optician
• Development opportunities - Additional accreditations
• Constant investment into training and advanced equipment
• High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
• Working 3, 4 or 5 days a week
• Flexibility with weekend work
• Opening hours from 8.45am to 5pm (12.30pm on a Sat)
• Salary between £45,000 to £60,000 plus bonus (Potentially negotiable DOE)
• Relocation package available

Optometrist - Requirements

• Full qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Open to all levels of experience
• Plenty of support If you are newly qualified
• Willing to learn and develop
• Excellent communications and organisational skills

To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.

You can now message us via our company WhatsApp - 07933115681
Feel free to get in contact about any roles/recruitment needs.

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A well-established independent Opticians based in Sidmouth, Devon are looking to recruit a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.

This is a well established practice which has gone from strength to strength. It has a long standing reputation in the area for its high levels of patient care and professionalism.

Optometrist - Role

• Well established independent Opticians
• Recent refit making it a spacious modern environment
• Loyal patient base of all ages
• Focus on patient care
• Amazing patient reviews
• Providing thorough sight tests to patients
• Access to advanced equipment -Topcon OCT, Nidex Duo-Scan OCT, Nidex Digital Chart, Icare Tonometer
• Complex contact lens fits
• Working alongside an experienced team including a Dispensing Optician
• Development opportunities - Additional accreditations
• Constant investment into training and advanced equipment
• High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
• Working 2, 3, 4 or 5 days a week
• Limited Saturdays
• Opening hours from 9am to 5pm (12.30pm on a Sat)
• Salary between £45,000 to £60,000 plus bonus (Potentially negotiable)
• Relocation package available

Optometrist - Requirements

• Full qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Open to all levels of experience
• Plenty of support If you are newly qualified
• Willing to learn and develop
• Excellent communications and organisational skills

To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course, staying overnight alongside other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
• Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.

12 months and beyond

• Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
• Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
• Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

Apply Today to Find Out More

If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!

Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Further duties of the role include: Liaise with external centres of excellence as necessary to ensure SWL is receiving best practice guidance to inform SWL delivery and transformation. Identifying where delivery of programmes in their portfolio is off-track, or where desired outcomes are not being achieved, and to propose and seek agreement to remedial action to address this, acting where necessary. Support the development of any SWL bids for community/out of hospital services transformation funding. Working with partners to ensure that SWL is in the best place to secure the maximise the opportunity any transformation funding offers. Working with the SWL Finance Team to ensure that any community/out of hospital services transformation money is appropriately accounted for and reported on. To keep up to date with national and local developments and research best practice models of care within Community/Out of Hospital services, in order to regularly provide expert advice to colleagues, partners and stakeholders, ensuring this knowledge is appropriately reflected in service planning. Be responsible for proposing and drafting changes, implementation, and interpretation to policies, guidelines and contracts which may impact the service. The postholder will have responsibility for supporting bids and relevant procurements in the most effective and efficient way. The postholder will be responsible for the management of the SBS (or equivalent system) raising POs, managing invoices under direction of the 8c and supporting the 8c to manage financial flows on the SBS system Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of the duties and responsibilities of the role. Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website: UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

IT Services



Permanent, Full time (36.5 hours per week)

The starting salary will be from £27,344 on Grade D, depending on qualifications and experience.



Flexible Hybrid working – This is a hybrid role that offers flexible working between home and our Streatham Campus. 



What you’ll be doing…

As a Business Integration Administrator, you will be accountable for triaging and resolving enquiries from our customers, including the investigation of issues, identification of resolutions and implementation of resolutions in a quick and accurate manner to ensure the service is maintained for the business and providing training and guidance to users.



Alongside this you will complete testing of interfaces and documentation of changes using an agile methodology. You will also support the maintenance of the Business Technology Services products and interfaces, following a roadmap of development to align with the strategic needs of the University.



This role will involve working collaboratively with all areas of the University and third parties to understand their products and processes. Successful collaboration will enable support of improvement and efficiency of existing integrations to match the evolving needs of the business. The Business Integration Administrator will play a crucial role in resolving issues and identifying improvements to deliver a better experience for our customers. The role will ensure that best practice for documentation, information governance and security and change control is maintained and developed.



We’re really looking for…

Proven experience of supporting business systems and integrations.
Experience working with non-technical customers resolving and explaining complex issues
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex cross-system challenges.
Experience in carrying out regression and development testing and documenting results
Experience of working with SAAS products and third-party suppliers.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams.
Agile mindset, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role by clicking on the attachment and demonstrate how you match these requirements in your application.


Just some of the benefits that come with this role include: 

Substantial annual leave package of 41 days!
Incredible USS pension scheme
Sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a new Fertility Treatment Policy 
Flexible Work options
Benefit from fantastic discounts at local and national shops through numerous discount schemes including TOTUM cards
We take your personal and professional development very seriously and we’ll will empower you to keep developing your expert skills and give you access to the latest technologies and platforms
Access to discounted state-of-the-art fitness centres on all our campuses
Sustainability Commute: Join our sustainable travel initiative by enjoying a 10% discount on bus passes, cycle to work scheme and taking advantage of car sharing incentives. Save money and reduce your carbon footprint.
Recognition and Rewards: We have multiple schemes that help us celebrate your contributions.
Stunning campus locations in Exeter and Cornwall


Apply by completing the application form showing how you meet the essential and desirable skills and qualities according to the Person Specification



Are you convinced, but don't find you 100 percent fit the profile? Feel free to send us your application anyway! We look forward to growing with you!



The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.




Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.



Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.



With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.



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Further information

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Business Continuity Planner

Cullompton

Join Gregory Distribution as a Business Continuity Planner to guarantee that business continuity planning is embraced as part of the organisational culture whilst making sure plans are developed, reviewed, and tested based on a risk assessment schedule. This role is based on a 12-month secondment.

The position of Business Continuity Planner involves:

• Identify and make recommendations for change and improvement to ensure business continuity and disaster recovery practices remain aligned to business needs.
• Support the design, planning and delivery of workshops, training, exercises, and presentations to a range of staff within operational teams, to promote effective business continuity and resilience planning.
• To prepare a monthly report outlining performance from the operational teams on adherence to project timelines as well as set up and record project timelines, records, and actions.
• To design a maintenance programme for the business continuity plans going forward.
• Develop processes and protocols covering the translation of business priorities into practical and actionable business continuity for all areas of the business and disaster recovery plans.
• Provide support to and work with a range of depot managers and central functions to achieve the effective delivery of a business continuity plan for their operational area.
• To chair & lead operational meetings to ensure project & information is delivered.

Desirable skills required for Business Continuity Planner:

• Level 4 or above qualification in either Business Continuity, Emergency planning, Risk Management, Business management or similar discipline. Working experience within a logistics business.
• Proven experience in the logistics industry, or demonstrable transferable skill set from an alternative industry.
• Knowledge of BCP professional practices as well as understanding of data analytical and reporting concepts helpful. Knowledge of Operational Resilience is an added advantage.

Essential skills required for Business Continuity Planner:

• Be able to demonstrate administrative and project management skills.
• Organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise work to comply with agreed deadlines and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to break down complex problems into simple terms, document findings in a manner that is understandable to someone who is not a Subject Matter Expert
• Well-developed problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with staff at all levels.
• A current driving licence and ability to stay away from home if required. You may be required to travel to different sites within the Gregory Group.

Why Gregory Distribution?

• Salary for Business Continuity Planner is £30,000pa to £35,000pa depending on experience. This is a 12 month contract.
• Hours of work are: Monday to Friday 8:30 - 17:00.
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
• Retail discounts with Hapi*
• Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
• Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits
• Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
• Christmas Savings Club*
• Black Circle Tyre discount*
• Leading industry qualifications*
• This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
• Free Uniform.
• Strong culture of teamwork.

So, if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

The Gregory Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for the Business Continuity Planner position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on . Please consider that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

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Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course, staying overnight alongside other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
• Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.

12 months and beyond

• Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
• Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
• Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

Apply Today to Find Out More

If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!

Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Other information

This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald. Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.
This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.

About Mott MacDonald Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy.
Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.

We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business and endless opportunities.
We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards.
You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities – from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk – our projects make a real difference.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion A Mott MacDonald Bentley we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect.
Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion here: https://www.mottmacbentley.co.uk/people.
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. Please call 01756 691572 or email recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk to discuss any such adjustments that we can make. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy here: Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Mott MacDonald
Agile working We are committed to providing a flexible and agile working environment that supports both our employees and the needs of the business.
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“The business is always looking for opportunities to grow and increase turnover/margins. This provides development opportunities for people across all areas and disciplines”

Do you have an appetite for delivering high-quality design and build civil engineering projects on time and within budget, utilising your experience and quality to lead the team?  

Are you experienced in delivering Civil engineering projects? 

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! 

Mott MacDonald Bentley have recently been successful in securing a long-term framework agreement with South West Water and have an opportunity for a Project Leader to join our newly established team. 

Discover the role of a Project Leader from our perspective: 

https://www.mottmac.com/careers/project-leaders 

You will be; 

Leading the design of clean water and non-infrastructure projects through the outline and detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover.  

Coordinating the project team including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Process designers and ensure designs are completed on programme, within budget, and to the quality defined by each framework and industry specifications.  

Work as part of a “project triangle” alongside a Site Manager and Quantity Surveyor to ensure that technical, constructability and commercial aspects of project delivery are considered throughout

If the above role isn’t for you, we are building a large team across the Southwest, so would be very interested to hear from you. Operational, Commercial and Support are all areas we are looking to grow, get in touch and can have a conversation around other positions available within the framework.

What we can offer you:  

- Matching pension contributions up to 7%
- Agile working
- Professional subscription  
- Culture
- “Good people (emphasis on people not professionals), good pay and a very adaptive organisation (adaptive to changes in the world i.e. climate change and cost of living changes)”  


Other information

This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald.Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.
This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.

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