Total 82 business management project planning job vacancies in Bedford, Bedfordshire

Role title: Management Accountant (hybrid)

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

Location: BCA Thurleigh (hybrid)



Join the UK’s largest B2B used vehicle service

At BCA, we’re altogether, more. More than just your average vehicle remarketing company. More than just any other place to work. We’re Europe's largest vehicle remarketing business, the backbone of the UK’s automotive supply chain, and the best place to build the career you want.

Now, this is where you fit in…

We’re looking for down-to-earth go-getters, who are ready to make their mark on the automotive industry. Our Site Operations teams play a vital role across our business. Here you can build on your knowledge and find your specialty at one of our sites or on the road – the opportunities are endless.

Your key responsibilities will be:


Management accountant for 1-2 sites.
Finance lead for all aspects at one of our operational sites.
The production of management accounts, ensuring the correct income and expenditure are recognized through deferred income, accruals and prepayments of up to 2 sites.
Regular site visits and meetings on site.
Variance analysis and commentary vs forecast & budget.
Monthly balance sheet reconciliations and analysis
Sales reconciliations
Presenting financial reports to all stakeholders on a monthly basis.
Support year-end audit process.
Ownership of full year budget preparation for your site.
Weekly and quarterly Forecasting
Support team with any ad-hoc tasks.
Work closely with site GM offering support.


To be successful, you’ll bring some of the following experience with you:


Advanced competency in software packages including Excel, Word, Fusion/EVO and other applications
Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA
Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform initial self-review of work prior to submission.
Effective planning and time management skills including ability to manage one’s own workload to meet deadlines.
Flexible, able to work in a fast-paced environment employing pragmatism where necessary.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion whilst working under pressure to meet deadlines.
Ability to challenge the status quo and a desire to find ways of improving current processes.
Ability to work independently and present findings in a concise way.
Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal, including clear articulation of financial data to non-finance audiences.


We’ve put everything in place to ensure you thrive. Competitive salaries, strong core values and an excellent benefits package that includes:


Company Pension Scheme
An Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders


And so much more…

As the automotive industry changes, we’re changing with it - putting our people in the front seat for the journey. We’re the number one in what we do for a reason and that’s because of the people we have on our teams. If you want to be a part of a business like this; unrivalled, exciting and appreciative of the work you do, join BCA.

Thank you for your interest in working for us. Unfortunately, due to the volume of responses we cannot reply to every applicant, if you haven't heard from us in two weeks, please assume you have been unsuccessful.

Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or disability.

INDLP

Are you an experienced School Business Manager with a dynamic outlook?

I am working with a inclusive and innovative KS3 and KS4 Pupil Referral Unit who is looking for a committed School Business Manager who can make a difference in the workplace.

This school is a centre of excellence in alternative provision offering academic and vocational qualifications to students from within the local authority, alongside a short stay provision to provide supportive interventions for identified mainstream students, and an outreach team providing targeted support to secondary students within mainstream schools.

Responsibilities and Requirements:

- Management of the strategy and operation of business functions within the school, including ICT

- Financial Management, including budget and procurement

- Ensuring maintenance of Health and Safety, facilities management

- Human resources management

- General management of team and administration

Experience required:

• Experience of managing a budget of £3.5million +
• Experience of proactively commissioning and developing partnerships with external providers of services
• Experience of negotiating and agreeing contracts
• Experience working in a school or college setting at a management level
• Experience of working with local authorities, parents, professionals and other stakeholders within an educational setting
• Experience of effectively leading and managing people

This is a full time, 52 week permanent role with the opportunity to work from home during the holidays.

If you have the relevant experience in a role like this and you would like to work in a diverse school that offers opportunities to grow as a leader, we would love to hear from you. If you know of anyone who would be, we have a fantastic refer a friend scheme.

Security Engineer, Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst
c. £65,000 per annum
Bedford Based
Hybrid Working
Permanent

As Security Engineer, Identity and Access Management (IAM) Analyst at Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), you will be responsible for supporting the Cyber Security Manager and the Identity and Access Manager with cybersecurity and IAM operations, continuous service improvement and identity management, protecting the organisation’s cloud technology platforms, data and identities.

The post holder will ensure that best practices for cybersecurity and IAM are implemented and documented, and that the organisation is compliant with regulatory and audit requirements.
Duties include managing the operational security and IAM toolsets including MIMECast, Windows Defender, Symantec WSS, Tenable and Microsoft Office 365 Security and Compliance, Intune and JAMF for MAC security, Entra ID and Okta.

The role will embed regular reporting of the security and IAM performance of the technology infrastructure and report on exceptions or breaches of policies and procedures.
This position will be working with colleagues across the organisation, including an outsourced managed security operations centre and provide cover for the Cyber Security Manager and Identity Manager.

The role includes hands on activities to deliver and support the Cyber and IAM Strategy. The Security Analyst should have a number of years’ experience in the security industry and hold a broad skillset enabling them to support numerous technologies quickly and effectively. Any professional security qualifications would be beneficial.

Here is an insight to Money and Pension Service:

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves to our values.

We care about our colleagues and people whose lives we are here to transform, we will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections, and we are committed to transforming lives and make a positive societal impact.

We help people – particularly those most in need – to improve their financial wellbeing and build a better, more confident future. Working collaboratively across the UK, we make sure customers can access high-quality money and pensions guidance and debt advice throughout their lives, however and whenever they need it.

By fostering our values, we are very proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. We are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds, we want our colleagues to reflect our customers and the people we assist.

In this role you will be responsible for the following;

• Support the current Cyber Security Manager and Identity and Access Manager.
• Demonstrate a passion for cybersecurity and IAM, experience in monitoring security controls and Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting implementation and governance.
• Providing advice to the organisation, ensuring compliance with appropriate regulations and, generally, on information risk
• Experience of optimising security and IAM toolsets – including antivirus (Windows Defender), Office 365 Security & Compliance, vulnerability management and patching. JAMF for Apple MAC, Entra ID and Okta.
• Understanding of a broad range of security tools using Microsoft tooling where possible, including but not limited to SIEM, Email Security, DLP.
• Delivering new cybersecurity toolsets and capability as required and investigating cybersecurity incidents and undertaking reporting/remedial action as required.
• Maintaining risk, issue and change registers for cybersecurity and identity.
• Build and maintain methodology and technology used to implement Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) and Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems including SSO. MFA, Provisioning / Reconciliation, Federations, Access reviews.
• In-depth knowledge of multifactor authentication (MFA) architectures, Role-based Access Control (RBAC) and Attribute-based access control (ABAC)/Policy-based access control (PBAC) implementations and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team when required.
• Work collaboratively within Infrastructure Services and other IT functions to ensure effective management and delivery of Security and Identity and Access Management services.

You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience;

• Microsoft 365 Security stack (all elements).
• Cloud security experience, tooling, best practices, security posture.
• Experience of writing various security policies and documentation.
• Implementation of Identity Governance and Administration and Identity and Access Management systems including SSO, SAML, OpenID.
• Good knowledge of MFA, RBAC.
• EntraID experience, setup and improvements (not just resetting user passwords).

About MaPS:

At MaPS, we help people – particularly those most in need – to improve their financial wellbeing and build a better, more confident future. Working collaboratively across the UK, we make sure customers can access high-quality money and pensions guidance and debt advice throughout their lives, however and whenever they need it.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people in and around Bedford to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves to our values: -

• Caring - We care about our colleagues and people whose lives we are here to transform.
• Connecting - We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
• Transforming - We are committed to transforming lives and make a positive societal impact.

Our inclusive working environment:

By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds.

We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

By way of brief example, we have an enviable ethnic diversity mix, equal gender balance with a zero mean gender pay gap and thriving colleague and ally networks, including LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity.

What Money and Pensions Service can offer you?
• Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan to help you buy season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidised eye test & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
• Recognition Scheme
• Discounts portal to numerous retailers

At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. Most of our roles can operate on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, noncontractual arrangement and your office will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs.

Job Reference: MaPS00675
Close Date: 26/11/2024

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We are recruiting an HR Business Partner to support our Operation Centres in the South of the country, to work remotely and ideally be based in the Beds & Bucks areas.

Copart UK employs approximately 1,200 teammates in 15 national operations centres and 3 head office locations based in Bedfordshire. The Human Resources team is responsible for contributing to the development of people strategy, through close cooperation with business leaders and a comprehensive framework of policies and procedures. This includes responsibility for the following areas:

• End to end employment life-cycle
• Performance management
• Employee relations
• Employee engagement
• Development and retention

Reporting to our HR Manager, as HR Business Partner you are responsible for working in close partnership with a number of stakeholders, at varied levels of seniority, in relation to the business's strategic people priorities.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Providing the strategic link between HR and management, through the provision of high-quality support, advice and guidance.
• Driving a culture of high performance, continuously reviewing processes and procedures where necessary.
• Partnering managers in the recruitment process and having personal involvement in management hires.
• Being an active and influential player, enabling the effective diagnosis of people issues and developing effective people management solutions.
• Partnering managers in areas such as reward, employee relations, talent, performance, organisation development and change, culture, leadership and learning and development.
• Challenging, provoking and coaching managers to engage employees and build effective people capabilities.
• Driving the raising of the performance bar and building a strong and rigorous development culture.
• Providing employee relations advice to managers with practical support and overseeing end to end ER casework.
• Delivering HR projects, as and when required by the HR Director, or other senior management.
• Liaising with Human Resources teammates to ensure training is consistent and adequate.
• Monitoring, measuring and reporting training issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales.

Essential attributes

• HR degree, or equivalent CIPD qualification
• At least 3 years experience in an HR Business Partner, Generalist or Advisor role
• Passionate about engagement
• Complete knowledge of the employee life-cycle
• An ambitious, energetic and dedicated individual, with a passion for driving positive people-related change
• Stakeholder management experience
• Able to interact and influence at all levels
• Excellent communication skills
• IT literate, with strong skills in Microsoft Office and computerised HRIS
• Comfortable presenting HR data to stakeholders
  
  

Desirable attributes

• Experience working with Ceridian Dayforce, or other HRIS

What we offer you in return

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day per year to be used on something special to you
• A further paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Car allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Medicash Cover - look after you and your family by providing a range of positive health care benefits
• Contributory workplace pension plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance cover
• The ability to purchase shares in our successful global company at a discounted rate
• Access to an exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases, treats for the family, eating out, and utility bills for the home
• Access to our employee assistance programme

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.

An exiting opportunity has arisen within the Bedford Borough Council Finance team for a CCAB/CIMA qualified Finance Business Partner working in the Technical Team. Bedford Borough Council is one of the fastest growing unitary authorities and there are some inspiring projects in the pipeline, where a determined, detail focused candidate could make a real difference.

Bedford's Finance team is designed to be an effective partner to the service: driving decisions upfront to improve performance, including Bedford's diverse capital programme, which includes road and rail upgrades. We are now looking for a motivated and enthusiastic finance professional to join our team.

You will be responsible for delivering the Councils Financial Statements in line with statutory requirements and timescales, managing the Council's Technical Accounting functions including Capital Strategy and Planning and Treasury Management.

You must be able to work at pace and have excellent communication skills as you will be talking to a wide range of financial and non finance stakeholders. You will have a broad remit, access to wider developmental opportunities and the support of experienced finance professionals throughout the team.



The Council is committed to offering you a good work life balance, which includes its flexitime and agile working arrangements, including the ability to work both from home and the office.

The role is full-time (37 hours) and permanent, applications for flexible working will be considered. Applications are made via CV, however candidates are encouraged to tailor their CV to demonstrate their experience in similar roles and how they meet the person specification.

For an informal discussion please contact Rhiain Bevan on 01234 276740 or rhiain.bevan@bedford.gov.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The ideal candidate is required to plan, lead and, manage a designated team (circa 50 staff) This includes street cleansing, green spaces in accordance with Council's policies and procedures, coordinate the performance of the team to deliver a sustainable customer focused, high quality, cost effective environmental services.

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A specialist contact lens manufacturer based in Leighton Buzzard are looking for a full time Contact Lens Technician to work within the tinting department.

Contact Lens Technician- The Role

• To receive inspected product from QC Laboratory and to tint the product according to customer requirements, ensuring finished work is to a good quality and tint parameters measure within set company tolerances pre-sterilisation.
• To reject any non-conforming product.
• To prepare product for final packaging.
• To complete final checks of the product post-sterilisation before despatch (colour checking, labelling/completion checking)
• To adhere to all Health and Safety policies/procedures.
• To process orders through the Tinting Department in a timely fashion.
• Assist in the smooth running of the company by assisting other areas when required.

Contact Lens Technician - Requirements

• Previous experience of working in optics
• Must have experience of handing contact lenses
• Able to understand optical terminology
• High level of accuracy

Salary and Further Details

• Salary -£ 23,795.20 - £24,984.96 DOE
• Monday to Friday - 8am to 4.30pm
• Working 40 hours a week
• Extensive Training Programme
• 2 x 15 mins tea breaks - paid
• 1 x 30 min lunch - unpaid
• Pension salary sacrifice, 3% / 5% ratio
• Eye care vouchers for annual eye tests
• Free "company made" contact lenses
• Company Wellbeing program

To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.

Finance Project Support Coordinator

Permanent

Location: Hybrid, Luton- X2 days a week

Salary: £30, 000 - £35, 000 DOE

The Role

We are looking for a Finance Project Support Coordinator to join our Global Managed Services Finance Team. The Finance Project team support the business by working closely with Project Managers, Developers, Operations and back-office Finance teams to efficiently deliver the finance workstream for projects such as Implementation of new customers, local and global expansions, customer exits, internal finance system improvements, process reviews, troubleshooting management and supporting the wider finance team as required

Key Responsibilities:

• Support finance project lead in the planning and delivery of projects ensuring timelines are met
• Assist with the coordination of project activities, resources and deliverables
• Organise meetings and record minutes ensuring key decision points and actions are accurately captured
• Maintain project and process documentation
• Serve as a point of contact for project stakeholders, providing updates and addressing inquiries
• Liaise with project SMEs to follow up on outstanding actions
• Support with the hyper care of delivered projects and process handover to the business
• Appropriate escalation of issues that impact on completion of tasks within set timescales
• Administrative tasks to support the Project lead and Finance teams as required

About You:

• Knowledge of project planning or experience working in a project support environment
• Intermediate excel skills
• Proficiency in math and English
• Excellent organisation and planning skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with various stakeholders
• Motivated and conscientious with desire to lead by example and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Flexible and confident working in a fast-paced environment with competing demands and priorities
• Advanced Excel skills with ability to pick new systems up quickly
• Fast learner with appetite for problem solving
• Demonstrates understanding of when a decision can be made and when to involve others

We welcome applications from individuals requiring varying levels of flexibility, our supportive and highly experienced team will provide you with the full details of the role.

You are guaranteed an interview if you can demonstrate that you can meet the role requirements above and have a disability /long-term health condition - just tell us when applying for the role. Our interview guarantee also applies to any current reservists, ex-armed forces personnel or forces spouses applying. We also recognise the value people with previous convictions can bring to society and are proud to be a "Ban the Box" employer.

We genuinely care about creating a diverse and inclusive team and we welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives and experiences to work with us. We cannot, and will never discriminate against anyone based on, race, ethnicity, national origin, colour, sex, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, disability status, family or parental status, age, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity. At Guidant Global everyone has the freedom to give their opinion, build their career path and be part of a cooperative and supportive team. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process please do let us know. In your application please feel free to note which pronouns you use.

We're recruiting a Senior Management Accountant to join our team, based at our Head Office in Wootton, Bedfordshire.

Working alongside the UK/IRE Head of Management Reporting and Finance Director, the Senior Management Accountant will be an exceptional accountant, not afraid of getting into the detail when required, but who is also able to step back and take a more commercial view.

This role will support most areas of finance, including monthly preparation of income statements, financial analysis & commentary, board packs, assisting with the CAM (capital asset management) process, budgeting & forecasting, and standardisation of financial best practice.

You must have excellent communication skills, able to work with colleagues at all levels, as well as building strong relationships with various departments to help them plan their yearly budgets and walk through monthly results. Business partnering will be key to this role, as it will also involve supporting the Head of Management Reporting and Finance Director in ensuring the department is agile and fit to support the future growth of the business.

You will be responsible for communicating financial and operational trend analysis and risks and opportunities in a timely and sufficient manner, ensuring appropriate documentation is in place to support your conclusions. In addition, where relevant this role will be required to report out under US GAAP, to the US parent company, while also ensuring adherence to corporate processes, controls and reporting requirements.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference and bring experience with them to help deliver transformational change and influence the growth of the business.

Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting the month end process by producing the P&L, analysing trends, key movements and provide commentary on material variances
• Taking ownership of producing monthly and quarterly packs summarising financial performance across business streams

• Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations with risks and opportunities identified and actions to mitigate
• Managing and overseeing the business' bank accounts, ensuring consistently reconciled and exceptions explained
• Monitoring performance indicators, highlighting trends and analysing causes of unexpected variance and making recommendations for improvement where appropriate
• Helping manage integration within existing systems & processes

• Ensuring that all the company's financial practices are in line in statutory regulations and legislation
• Planning, developing and implementing the Finance team operating procedures (and policies)
• Supporting internal and external audits
• Supporting the yearly budgeting, monthly forecasting process and modelling tools to support strategic initiatives

• Supporting other teams within and outside finance to create a great working environment and one that drives and recognises high performance
• Business partnering with departmental heads and senior management

• Improving performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies

What we need from you:

Essential

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA
• Several years PQE required
• Effective MS Office skills and first class knowledge of Powerpoint. Advanced Excel skills (macros experience not essential)
• Experience of preparing board packs or financial performance packs for senior management
• Experience of presenting to and working with senior management across the business
• Excellent attention to detail
• A strategic thinker, whilst also having the ability to think and work through the detail.
• Self-motivated, flexible can-do attitude works well under pressure, on own initiative and in a team environment
• A go-getter that wants to make a difference
• Ability to prioritise workload, juggling multiple tasks and keep to strict deadlines

Desirable

• Sarbanes-Oxley knowledge/experience
• knowledge of JDE

What we offer you in return:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day per year to celebrate a special occasion to you
• A further paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Life Assurance cover
• Medicash Cover - look after you and your family by providing a range of positive health care benefits
• Contributory workplace pension plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• The ability to purchase shares in our successful global company at a discounted rate
• An exclusive deals and discounts website, saving you money on everyday purchases, treats for the family, eating out, and utility bills for the home.

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.

We have a fantastic new vacancy for a Night Team Member at the Courtyard by Marriott - Luton Airport

Job Description:

As the Night Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in creating unforgettable moments for our guests while ensuring the smooth operation of our reception desk throughout the night.

Responsibilities:


Front Desk Excellence: You will be part of a team of enthusiastic individuals who take pride in providing outstanding customer service to our guests as soon as they step through our doors. Your charm and exceptional communication skills will ensure every guest receives a warm welcome, making them feel like royalty from the moment they step through our doors.
Guest Engagement: As a face of our hotel, you will greet each guest with a smile, anticipating their needs, and go above and beyond to exceed their expectations and making their stay memorable.
Problem Solving: With a keen eye for detail and exceptional problem-solving skills, you'll handle guest requests, complaints, and challenging situations with grace and efficiency. Your resourcefulness will turn obstacles into opportunities to showcase our commitment to guest satisfaction.
Collaboration: You'll collaborate closely with various departments, namely the day time reception team. Providing a full update and handover to the day time team, you will allow for seamless guest experiences. Your excellent teamwork skills will foster a harmonious work environment, where everyone works together to create an exceptional stay for our guests.


Requirements:


Previous experience in a similar role would be desirable, but not essential as full on the job training will be provided.
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Additional language proficiency is a bonus.
A passion for delivering exceptional guest service with a friendly and approachable demeanour.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of hotel management systems.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, as our hotel operates 24/7.


Perks and Benefits:


Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Lighthouse Hotel management family.
Enhanced benefits for all employees – including 24/7 access to an online GP
Extensive training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Employee / Friend & Family discounts on hotel stays and dining.
Vibrant and inclusive work environment with a diverse team.
Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
Uniform and Meals provided on duty
Death in Service benefit for contracted employees
And many more great benefits!


Join our team and immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled hospitality and excitement. Be part of an extraordinary journey where you'll shape memories and create experiences that will last a lifetime. Apply now and become a key player in our magnificent hotel's success story!

The Lighthouse Hotel Management is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We have a fantastic new vacancy for a Food and Beverage Assistant - various hours at The Courtayrd by Marriott - Luton Airport

Job Description:

As the Food and Beverage Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the highest quality of service and providing an exceptional experience for our guests.

Responsibilities:


Guest Engagement: As the face of our hotel, you will greet each guest with a welcoming smile and positively promote our brand and outstanding service. Anticipating every guests needs and wants, you will go above and beyond and take pride in making every guests experience exceptional throughout the bar, restaurant and meeting areas.
Collaberation: You'll collaborate closely with various inhouse teams, including kitchen, reception, and reservations, to ensure seamless guest experiences. Your excellent teamwork skills will foster a harmonious work environment, where everyone works together to create an exceptional stay for our guests.
Compliance: In line with legislation and the hotels policies and procedures, you will understand, implement and deliver the highest standards of legal compliance regarding to food safety, food hygiene and food allergens. Limiting possible cross contamination and risk to our staff and guests catering to all cuisine needs and wants.


Requirements


Have a postive "can do" attitude.
A passion for delivering exceptional guest service with a friendly and approachable demeanour.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, as our hotel operates 24/7.
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Additional language proficiency is a bonus.


Perks and Benefits:


Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Lighthouse Hotel management family.
Enhanced benefits for all employees – including 24/7 access to an online GP
Extensive training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Employee / Friend & Family discounts on hotel stays and dining.
Vibrant and inclusive work environment with a diverse team.
Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
Uniform and Meals provided on duty
Death in Service benefit for contracted employees
And many more great benefits!


Join our team and immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled hospitality and excitement. Be part of an extraordinary journey where you'll shape memories and create experiences that will last a lifetime. Apply now and become a key player in our magnificent hotel's success story!

The Lighthouse Hotel Management is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We have a fantastic new vacancy for a Night Manager at the Courtyard by Marriott - Luton Airport

Do you have a passion for hospitality? We are looking for an experienced Nights Manager to join our team at Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport - Luton. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of £26,000 per annum.

This role is pivotal to our Lighthouse Hotel Management's success, and we are committed to providing a competitive package that reflects the candidate's skills and responsibilities. We are seeking an experienced hospitality expert who can demonstrate a successful track record in a similar role.

Responsibilities:


Ensure that all guests receive an exceptional level of customer service.
Supervise and coordinate all duties of the night shift staff.
Enforce security policies and procedures.
Conduct regular audits of staff performance.
Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the hotel during the night shift.
Monitor the hotel's energy management system and ensure that the hotel is in compliance with all applicable laws.
Handle guest complaints and inquiries.
Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:


A minimum of 3 years' experience in a hospitality management role.
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
Knowledge of hospitality industry standards and regulations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.




Perks and Benefits:


Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Lighthouse Hotel Management family.
Enhanced benefits for all employees – including 24/7 access to an online GP
Extensive training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Employee / Friend & Family discounts on hotel stays and dining.
Vibrant and inclusive work environment with a diverse team.
Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
Uniform and Meals provided on duty
Death in Service benefit for contracted employees
And many more great benefits!


Join our team and immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled hospitality and excitement. Be part of an extraordinary journey where you'll shape memories and create experiences that will last a lifetime. Apply now and become a key player in our magnificent hotel's success story!

The Lighthouse Hotel Management is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We have a fantastic new vacancy for a Reservations Agent (Maternity cover FTC 12months) at the Courtyard by Marriott - Luton Airport

Job Description:

What will I be doing?


As a Reservation Agent, you will serve as the first line of inquiry for room reservations within the hotel. A Reservation Agent is responsible for offering excellent customer service, options, and other solutions to meet Guest and customer needs. Specifically, a Reservations Agent will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Convert, quickly, inquiries into contracted business
Respond, positively, to sales inquiries to develop future sales leads
Identify sales leads, as appropriate
Respond to all customers in a highly professional manner, including ensuring all reservations are completed accurately and to the Guest's expectation
Provide prompt and efficient service while maintaining the hotels brand standards and developing of the Reservation team


What are we looking for?

A Reservations Agent serving our brand is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:


A passion for delivering great customer service
A highly professional telephone manner and excellent communication skills
Outstanding administration and organizational skills
Intermediate computer proficiency


It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:


Previous experience in a Reservations environment
Tertiary qualifications, or other collegiate-level degreequalification in a business discipline


Perks and Benefits:


Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Lighthouse Hotel management family.
Enhanced benefits for all employees – including 24/7 access to an online GP
Extensive training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Employee / Friend & Family discounts on hotel stays and dining.
Vibrant and inclusive work environment with a diverse team.
Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
Uniform and Meals provided on duty
Death in Service benefit for contracted employees
And many more great benefits!


Join our team and immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled hospitality and excitement. Be part of an extraordinary journey where you'll shape memories and create experiences that will last a lifetime. Apply now and become a key player in our magnificent hotel's success story!

The Lighthouse Hotel Management is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We have a fantastic new vacancy for a Food and Beverage Supervisor at the Courtyard by Marriott - Luton Airport

Job Description:

As the Food and Beverage Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the F&B team in delivering the highest quality of service and providing an exceptional experience for our guests.

Responsibilities:


Guest Engagement: You will lead a team of enthusiastic and approachable individuals, inspiring them to provide outstanding service with a smile. No query or problem too big or small, your team will take pride in making every guests experience exceptional throughout the bar, restaurant and meeting areas.
Supervision and Training: You will oversee the daily operations of the restaurant and adjacent areas, guiding and mentoring the F&B team to deliver extraordinary service. Sharing your knowledge and expertise, you'll provide ongoing training to ensure our team is equipped with the Health, Safety, Hygiene skills needed to create magical experiences for our guests.
Collaboration: You'll collaborate closely with various inhouse teams, including kitchen, reception, and reservations, to ensure seamless guest experiences. Your excellent teamwork skills will foster a harmonious work environment, where everyone works together to create an exceptional stay for our guests.
Compliance: In line with legislation and the hotels policies and procedures, you will understand, implement and deliver the highest standards of legal compliance to your team with regards to food safety, food hygiene and food allergens. Limiting possible cross contamination and risk to our staff and guests catering to all cuisine needs and wants.


Requirements


Previous experience in a leadership role within the hospitality industry would be advantageous but is not essential.
Have a postive "can do" attitude and show a desire to guide this thorughout the team
A passion for delivering exceptional guest service with a friendly and approachable demeanour.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, as our hotel operates 24/7.
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Additional language proficiency is a bonus.


Perks and Benefits:


Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Lighthouse Hotel management family.
Enhanced benefits for all employees – including 24/7 access to an online GP
Extensive training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Employee / Friend & Family discounts on hotel stays and dining.
Vibrant and inclusive work environment with a diverse team.
Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
Uniform and Meals provided on duty
Death in Service benefit for contracted employees
And many more great benefits!


Join our team and immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled hospitality and excitement. Be part of an extraordinary journey where you'll shape memories and create experiences that will last a lifetime. Apply now and become a key player in our magnificent hotel's success story!

The Lighthouse Hotel Management is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Portfolio Management Office Manager

c.£64,000 per annum

Bedford

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Join the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as a Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Manager and play a pivotal role in driving excellence across MaPS’ Change Portfolio. With your expertise, you’ll support the transformation of their programme and project management practices, ensuring standardisation and best practices. This is an opportunity to contribute to the financial well-being of the UK and make a significant impact.

The PMO Manager will report directly to Senior Programme Manager with a dotted line to the Director of Change. In this role you will be responsible for the following;

• Support the delivery of business case benefits and outcomes, championing best practice project management standards and processes.
• Ensure robust governance and assurance processes are in place, monitoring the effectiveness of controls and ensuring recommendations are implemented.
• Assist in the development of business cases and provide a Change Portfolio view of project and programme budgets, forecasting costs in collaboration with Finance
• Offer a portfolio perspective on resource allocation, aiding in the identification, recruitment, and development of project and programme resources.
• Advise on stakeholder management tools and techniques, providing assurance on their effectiveness.
• Work with the Risk Team to ensure effective management of risks, issues, and dependencies across the Change Portfolio.
• Enforce change management protocols, updating project scope and documentation as required.
• Continue to improve and operate project controls, reporting on progress and status, and disseminating lessons learned across the organisation.
• Identify, develop, and share best practice project management processes, tools, and templates, benchmarking against industry standards.

You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience;

• Demonstrable experience in playing a leadership role in cultural change and transformation with visible leadership skills.
• Proficiency in planning and organising, with the ability to define and prioritise key components of the Change Portfolio.
• Skilled in risk and issue management, with the capability to identify, monitor, and mitigate risks and issues.
• Experience in dependency mapping and benefits management, with a focus on tracking and realising project benefits.
• A critical thinker and problem-solver, adept at developing strategies to address challenges within the Change Portfolio.
• Data-driven approach, with the ability to influence decision-making and instil confidence across the board.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity, making decisions without a complete picture, and handling risk and uncertainty.

The Money and Pensions Service is based in Bedford and as a key employer in the town we work hard to ensure that we are an active part of the community. This is a great opportunity for you to join us in Bedford and to be an integral part of the Money and Pensions Service team.

We are already forging great relationships with Bedford Borough Council and other local organisations to ensure that we are an active part of the community and fully integrated to play our part in the Government’s “levelling-up” strategy. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to be one of the first colleagues to join us in Bedford and to be an integral part of helping us establish ourselves in the town.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people in and around Bedford to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves to our values: -

• Caring
  We care about our colleagues and people whose lives we are here to transform.
• Connecting
  We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
• Transforming
  We are committed to transforming lives and make a positive societal impact.

About MaPS

At MaPS, we help people – particularly those most in need – to improve their financial wellbeing and build a better, more confident future. Working collaboratively across the UK, we make sure customers can access high-quality money and pensions guidance and debt advice throughout their lives, however and whenever they need it.

About our people

In our move to Bedford, we aim to attract and retain the absolute best talent, so we can achieve our objectives and continue to make a difference to millions of people’s lives. We are keen to encourage applications from individuals across the whole community with the skills, knowledge, and behaviours for the job, and who show a strong commitment to MaPS’ objectives, values, and vision. It is important to us that we continue our ambition to be a genuinely diverse and inclusive organisation, so that we reflect the people we are here to help.

Our inclusive working environment

By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds.

We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

By way of brief example, we have an enviable ethnic diversity mix, equal gender balance with a zero mean gender pay gap and thriving colleague and ally networks, including LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity.

What Money and Pensions Service can offer you?

• Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan to help you buy season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidised eye test & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
• Recognition Scheme

Discounts portal to numerous retailers

At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, noncontractual arrangement and your office will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

If you’re already a MaPS employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing recruitment@maps.org.uk

Terms and conditions | Money and Pensions Service (maps.org.uk)

To apply for this position, please upload an updated CV and a cover letter (no longer than one page) detailing how you meet the criteria for this role.

Job Reference: MaPS00692

Close Date: 02nd October 2024

At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, noncontractual arrangement and your office will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

If you’re already a MaPS employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing recruitment@maps.org.uk

Terms and conditions | Money and Pensions Service (maps.org.uk)

To apply for this position, please upload an updated CV and a cover letter (no longer than one page) detailing how you meet the criteria for this role.

Job Reference: MaPS00692

Close Date: 02nd October 2024

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