Total 143 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4BZ

Business Support Officer

Wokingham Borough Council are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Support Officer to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the company's operations by ensuring that costings for EHCP students are inputted correctly into their new finance module on Capita.

Start Date: ASAP

Contract length: Initially 4-6 weeks

Hours per week: 37 hours per week

Rate of pay: £15.13 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Inputting costings for EHCP students into the finance module on Capita
• Accessing student records to find necessary information
• Speaking to case officers who work with the children to confirm costs
• Working with the finance team to ensure costings are being put on correctly
• Using data management systems

Requirements:

• Essential - Knowledge of SEND
• Desirable - Experience using Capita one
• Ability to work from home
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience using child/client data management systems

If you have the required skills and experience for this Business Support Officer, please apply now.

Audio Visual Project Manager

Location: Reading, Berkshire

Salary: £32k - £45k (DOE) + Excellent Benefits

The Client:

Our client, a leader in innovative audiovisual solutions, designs and implements advanced AV systems for boardrooms, auditoriums, and training facilities.

The Role:

As an Audio-Visual Project Manager, you will oversee and deliver multiple projects per month, including large-scale projects exceeding £100k, ensuring quality, customer satisfaction, and margin protection.

Duties:

- Maintain service contract standards and SLA adherence, ensuring comprehensive log management by the service manager.

- Supervise in-house and external engineers, ensuring compliance with insurance, vehicle, and PPE requirements.

- Ensure all equipment, cables, quotes, and engineering work meet firm's standards.

- Collaborate with administrators to organise and deliver projects to the highest standards, including technical specifications and cable schedules.

- Oversee the management of service contracts alongside a designated engineer.

- Drive repeat business through exceptional work quality and customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

- Previous experience working in a similar role.

- Possess experience in project management.

- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of company products, services, and processes to deliver precise solutions.

- Ability to manage budgets and ensure project profitability.

- Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary

- Pension scheme

- 22 days annual leave plus public holidays

- Employee Assistance Program

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Are you a passionate individual looking for a rewarding career and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, an award-winning care provider as a Business Administrator. You’ll be a valuable member of our friendly, close-knit team, promoting the well-being of our residents and the successful running of our care home.

The Role


Manage the administration function within the home alongside the Home Manager
Provide Reception cover, promoting the home and company to customers, authorities, and colleagues
Effectively manager all people data using Care UK’s systems and processes
Assist with Recruitment & Selection and a variety of HR related responsibilities


Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family


Wagestream- access your wages at any-time
Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
Annual purchase holiday scheme
Health and Wellbeing support
Career progression


About You


Experienced in using Microsoft Office applications as well as bespoke IT systems.


We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.

Randstad C&P are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager specialising in Cat A and Cat B fit outs, with a background of delivering schemes up to £!0m. The company can offer a strong basic salary and boast an excellent working environment, having a strong corporate culture, great perks and a well-founded reputation as being aexceptional employer. The company also have an illustrious background of delivering projects to a high quality finish, consuistently winning work and developing new relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle, from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Lead and motivate project teams, fostering collaboration and maintaining clear communication channels. Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including risk assessments, resource allocation, and procurement strategies.
• Provide innovative solutions to overcome challenges and optimize project outcomes.
• Monitor progress, track milestones, and report regularly on project status to stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project requirements are met and expectations exceeded.

Requirements:

• Construction related Bachelor's degree or equivalent (HND/NVQ etc.)
• Proven track record of successfully managing commercial fit out projects, including Cat A and Cat B.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets of up to £10 million.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.
• Outstanding problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communicator with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

If you are keen on the opportuntiy, or want to hear more about the position, speak to Joe at Randstad Reading or apply with your CV!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

About the Role

Base Location: London, Reading or Glasgow

Salary: Competitive + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

SSE Distributed Energy are on an exciting growth trajectory. The Digital Services team are expanding and are looking to fill a new and exciting role, OT Project Manager, within the team. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the Digital Service Operational Technology projects.

Projects will encompass incremental enhancements on existing products to development and implementation of new technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

- Managing product development projects from initial inception to operational deployment in line with business strategy and requirements.

- Ensuring that projects are managed within scope and budget against realistic time targets that are defined and agreed.

- Managing team members as assigned in a matrix capacity in a participative management style to optimise performance.

- Driving the creation of project deliverables from the functional teams and directing these to effective project milestones.

- Analysing and identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies to eliminate or minimise risks of not meeting objectives.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- A degree level qualification in Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent relevant experience.

- Skill in project management and change management approaches like Agile delivery, Prince2, APM or PMP.

- The ability to analyse complex information, quickly understand where value can be created, and present clear and concise information.

- Demonstrable working knowledge of the Energy industry and distributed assets, markets, codes, technologies and regulations.

- Good knowledge of National Grid systems, digital interfaces such as the Data Portal and Data Concentrator or similar interfaces with critical systems.

About our Business

SSE Enterprise Utilities is the Distributed Energy (DE) and Private Networks business of SSE plc. We finance, own, operate and maintain energy infrastructure for commercial, industrial and residential customers - providing them with a market leading project development service and certainty of operational performance and asset management. In order to accelerate progress towards net zero SSE Group is investing £7m a day on low carbon infrastructure, creating 1,000 green jobs a year in the process, as part of its £25bn NZAP (Net Zero Acceleration Programme).

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Tristan on 01738 344073.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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 & business management trainee 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 refer to the separately attached pdf document for full job description and additional details

The opportunity has arisen for newBusiness and Performanace Managerto join our pharmacy team based at Prospect Park Hospital in Reading.


Youmust haveadegree orBusiness andadministrativequalification(NVQ 4)or equivalentexperience in a relevantdiscipline. Previous experience of workingin a business or administrative role is essential, along with excellent knowledge and experience using a variety of ITpackages.


The knowledge and skills requiredfor this post can be found in the personal specificationwithin the job description.

• You willbe the senior point of contact for all administrative matters and communicate complex, sensitive, and confidential information.
• You will collate,analyseand interpret complex information and performance data, highlighting issuesand undertake cleansing od data asrequired.
• You willparticipatein senior managementmeetings.
• Plan, organise and arrange meetings,events,and activities.
• Allocate and reallocateperformance and administrative work in collaboration with service managers.
• Promote and encourage knowledge sharingand contribute to the introduction ofnew technologyand new working practices.
• Be accountable for the planning and delivery of administrative processes including maintenance of local risk registersand Trust policies.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

Benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
• Free parking across Trust sites

The “must haves” for this role:

1. Degree or equivalent qualification or demonstrable level of knowledge in a relevant discipline

1. Business or Administrative qualification (NVQ 4 in Business & Administration or equivalent) or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline

1. Experience of working in a business or administrative role.

1. Excellent knowledge and experience of using a variety of IT packages (such as MS Office) and other electronic systems (RiO, ESR, Dragon Software, etc.)


Ifyou’resomeone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us andlet’sbe outstanding together.


We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedon’thesitate to call:Kirsty Hodder01189605080or emailKirsty.hodder@berkshire.nhs.ukwho’llbe delighted to help.


We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants whererequired.



This advert closes on Wednesday 15 May 2024

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The must haves for this role: Degree or equivalent qualification or demonstrable level of knowledge in a relevant discipline Business or Administrative qualification (NVQ 4 in Business & Administration or equivalent) or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline Experience of working in a business or administrative role. Excellent knowledge and experience of using a variety of IT packages (such as MS Office) and other electronic systems (RiO, ESR, Dragon Software, etc.) If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Kirsty Hodder 01189605080 or email Kirsty.hodder@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Our Global IT client has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant.

You will be highly motivated and organised as well as confident in managing fast changing diaries across different time zones, with a systematic and organised approach. Additionally, you will have meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills. You will have strong cross-group working relationships and be able to collaborate and work effectively with people at all levels. With demonstrable experience managing complex calendars, flights, travel, expenses, budgets, projects, event management.

You must be able to navigate and change direction quickly, work to strict deadlines, embrace ambiguity and challenges head-on with confidence and a can-do attitude. The ideal candidate is flexible while also structured and methodical with a passion for technology.

This role is paying up to £141 per day, dependant on experience with a potential 5% bonus. You will also benefit from paid annual leave, paid sick, paid bank holidays, pension & notice period.

This is a PAYE contract to start ASAP on an initial contract until 28th June 2024, with a potential extension through to a maximum 18 months.

If you want to be part of a company who pride themselves on empowering and inspiring excellence, operating as a Diverse, Equal and Inclusive employer, apply today!

Please consider applying ASAP as we will be shortlisting applications as we receive them

If you are interested in the role and you meet the requirements, pleasecomplete our application, using thesupporting informationsectionto tell us how you meet the person specification. Shortlisting will be based on the information provided in the application, particularly the Supporting Information, so its important to give full and detailed information in this section. The selection process will be held during the week commencing 20th May. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Role OverviewAs a Project Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the efficient delivery of our projects. You'll work closely with project managers, stakeholders, and volunteers to ensure smooth operations and successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Assist project managers with day-to-day administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, maintaining project documentation, and handling correspondence.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate project records, track progress, and update databases. Prepare reports and presentations as needed.
• Communication: Liaise with internal teams, external partners, and volunteers. Ensure effective communication channels and timely updates.
• Logistics: Coordinate logistics for project events, workshops, and training sessions. Arrange travel, accommodation, and venue bookings.
• Financial Administration: Assist with budget tracking, expense claims, and financial reporting.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks. Monitor project timelines and escalate issues as necessary.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: Previous experience in project administration or a related role is desirable.
• Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• IT Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
• Team Player: Collaborative and able to work effectively in a team environment.

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Strategy and Commissioning Officer

Location: Wokingham Borough Council

Salary: £450ltd per day

Contract type: Initially 3 months

Job Description

This company is seeking a highly skilled Strategy and Commissioning Officer to join their team in Wokingham. As a Strategy and Commissioning Officer, you will work closely with the Head of Service for Strategic Commissioning (Childrens) and other members of the Strategy, Commissioning and Performance Team to shape the direction and vision of Childrens Services in Wokingham by overseeing the development and implementation of effective strategies and policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Analysing complex issues and providing strategic advice
• Developing strategies and policy recommendations to support the company's objectives
• Overseeing the development and implementation of effective strategies and policies
• Engaging with a range of stakeholders
• Writing strategies in Childrens Services (Specifically Early Intervention, Emotional Wellbeing, Sufficiency Statement, Children in Care and Care Leavers)
• Completing NEEDS Assessments

Requirements

• Previous experience of working within commissioning for Children's Services

If you are an experienced Strategy and Commissioning Officer with a passion for shaping the direction and vision of Childrens Services, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible UK | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around the UK.

Salary: £53,100 - £79,700 + performance related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

About the role

This role is within our Networks Distribution, Technology Digital and Data (TD&D) team supporting our Digital Strategy and vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

The Cyber Delivery Lead (Project Manager) will be responsible for delivery of one or more projects in our Cyber Resilience Programme for Operational Technology and Information Technology. The programme will consist of more than 30 projects totalling over £30m in the RIIO-ED2 regulatory review period.

The main purpose of the Cyber Delivery Lead (Project Manager) role is to lead end-to-end delivery of the product lifecycle and product roadmap via their delivery team through use of best practice methodologies, including both agile and waterfall, ensuring effective control over costs and resourcing enabling the delivery of business outcomes.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

- Lead the successful delivery of projects according to prescribed governance methodologies, ensuring project risks, issues and dependencies are managed effectively.

- Manage the product and delivery teams, and wider stakeholders as required, across end-to-end product lifecycle to ensure that resultant systems/services deliver the specified outcomes, within budget and timescale, without introducing technical debt.

- Work with delivery teams to ensure they are adopting and using appropriate methodologies and ceremonies effectively.

- Management of third parties, reviewing their performance, ensuring alignment with SSE ways of working and values acting as a routine contact point between organisation and supplier.

- Help protect SSE from cyber attack and data loss by following standards and instructions and by reporting risks and incidents.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Experience of leading, managing and delivering complex IT and/or OT Projects, demonstrating and meeting business value and outcomes.

- Experience in applying various waterfall (e.g. Prince2, APM, PMP) and Agile methodologies and supporting context, such as governance, process and culture across different levels of portfolio.

- High level knowledge of development processes, including but not limited to DevOps, Scrum, Kanban and Lean development.

- Experience of supporting budget and funding submissions, advocating for the correct level of funding to deliver against the products business and operational requirements.

- Excellent stakeholder management experience with strong communication skills including prioritising and influencing skills.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net zero. By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we're ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future. We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future-proof power supplies for life's changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.