Total 3 Director/C-Level job vacancies in BA2 2UA

Funeral Director
£34,756 (£14.69 per hour) plus benefits
Full time 45.5 hours per week, 45.5 hours weekly (usually 8:30am-5:30pm) on a rolling average over 7 days Mon-Sun - on-call rota to cover evenings and weekends
Bath, BA2


No experience needed.


We're looking for an empathetic and commercially minded person to join the Co-op Funeralcare team.


You don't need industry experience. If you have great people skills, and a real commercial focus, you could be perfect for this role.


At Co-op Funeralcare, we provide a caring and compassionate service when families need it most. As a funeral director, you'll be right at the heart of that service. You'll balance your time between managerial and business tasks, and building strong, trusting relationships with clients.


At the Co-op, you'll be part of something meaningful. Join us today.


What you'll do


* make sure client needs, service levels and KPIs are met
* be clients' main point of contact; supporting and guiding with the help of the wider team
* support funerals - conducting the ceremony, leading the team and carrying the deceased when necessary
* make sure all regulated work, including funeral planning appointments, is referred to a 'certified colleague'
* build and maintain relationships with the team, clients and the community


This role would suit people who have


* a commercial mind-set and experience in a managerial role
* a true customer focus and a real passion for delivering a great service
* the ability to capture intricate detail and make sure it is reflected in the service we deliver
* compassion, understanding and empathy, and the ability to keep a cool head under pressure
* a UK manual driving licence


Why Co-op?


You'll get a fantastic benefits package including:


* 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round
* 10% off other brands in our food stores all year-round (doubles to 20% on the Friday and Saturday after payday)
* discounts on other Co-op products and services
* 23 days holidays (pro rata, rising with service)
* a pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers confidential advice and support on anything you're struggling with, 24 hours a day
* access to virtual GP and free eye tests
* endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships
* friendly, supportive team and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community
* access to Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* YuLife - an app that rewards your for exercising with discounts and vouchers for all kinds of brands


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


Building an inclusive work environment


We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve. 


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


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


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


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


You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.


As part of your application you'll need to complete an online assessment. It will take you around 20 minutes to complete this test.


If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a DBS (disclosure and barring service) and adverse media checks, and an occupational health questionnaire (to ensure you are fit to perform the role). We'll also check your social media activity on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.


Any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the completion of pre-employment screening checks.

Role summary Provide leadership, management, and governance of the clinical workforce and represent patients at the highest level in the organisation to ensure Independent Health Group deliver high quality, patient-centred care which meets the highest clinical standards and outcomes. As a member of the executive leadership team ensure services are well managed, efficient, and effective; Independent Health Group meets its growth and service development objectives; and is a great place to work. Main Responsibilities: Clinical standards Ensure Independent Health Group maintains the highest standards of clinical practice and governance. Monitor patient safety, clinical quality and encourage continuous improvement. Develop a culture where all staff evaluate the quality of patient care and able to challenge practice it this is not being delivered. Ensure clinical policies and procedures, standard operating practice and clinical governance arrangements reflect the range of services provided by Independent Health Group and are updated in response to service developments. Champion the highest standards of clinical care and good practice. Medical Workforce Provide leadership to the medical workforce, including coaching, supervision, and performance management of medical and clinical staff. Ensure all medical and clinical staff have the skills and competence to deliver excellent patient centred care. Ensure the organisation complies with organisational and governance requirements for revalidation and any doctors with a prescribed connection to Independent Health Group remain up to date and fit to practice. To be the Responsible Officer for revalidation of medical staff in accordance with Department of Health legislation ensuring that systems of clinical governance and appraisal are working and are appropriate for revalidation. With the Head of HR, manage the performance of clinical staff including addressing any concerns. To be actively involved in the recruitment and selection of all medical staff in line with guidelines. To undertake appraisals of employed surgeons in line with guidelines. Governance and Risk Management Ensure there is a clinical governance structure in place with clear lines of accountability from the patient/clinic to the senior management team and Board (ward to Board). Work with the Chief Nurse to ensure services meet the highest standards of clinical excellence, are appropriately governed and that risks are identified and appropriately managed. Fulfil the responsibilities as Responsible Officer for revalidation of medical staff. Fulfil the role of Caldicot Guardian. In partnership with the Head of HR, provide leadership to ensure full compliance with the Medical Practitioners Assurance Framework. Create an environment where all staff and other workers feel able and safe to raise issues or concerns, and where learning is shared across the organisation. At all times, act in a manner to safeguard the interests of individual patients and their families and justify public trust and confidence in the organisation. Management and Leadership As a member of the Board ensure that Independent Health Group meets its quality, activity, performance, and financial targets. Champion quality and patient care. Role model behaviours to support Independent Health Groups vision and values. Help create an environment in which high-quality cost-effective services are delivered, where innovation and continuous improvement are the norm and in which each member of staff is recognised and valued. Actively support an inclusive multi-disciplinary approach to leadership and team development, empowering others to work collaboratively to achieve common goals and aims. Raise and maintain the profile of the organisation through working collaboratively with colleagues in the health sector and developing strong external networks. Contribute to the strategy and business planning annually, taking an active role in the development of new services. Safeguarding Children Everyone working for IHG regardless of the work they do has a statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. When children and/or their carers use our services, it is essential that all child protection concerns are both recognised and acted on appropriately. You have a responsibility to ensure you are familiar with and follow the child protection policies and procedures. To ensure you are equipped to carry out your duties effectively, you must also undertake mandatory child protection training and updates at the competency level appropriate to the work you do. Safeguarding Adults Everyone working for IHG regardless of the work they do has a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable adults. When patients and/or their carers use our services, it is essential that all protection concerns are both recognised and acted on appropriately. You have a responsibility to ensure you are familiar with and follow IHG policies in relation to safeguarding vulnerable adults. To ensure you are equipped to carry out your duties effectively, you must also undertake mandatory vulnerable adult protection training and updates at the competency level appropriate to the work you do. All job roles are reviewed and updated from time to time to ensure IHG continues to operate effectively and offer the highest standards of patient care. This job description is indicative of the responsibilities of the role. These may be reviewed and revised in response to the changing needs of the organisation.

As a Category Director - FM, Global Supply Management at Sodexo, working hybrid with 2 days a week in our Stevenage office, you are a strategic leader and a key influencer in our procurement operations. This role allows you to leverage your expertise to manage supplier contracts and develop strategies that deliver substantial value to Sodexo and our clients. By joining Sodexo, you will contribute to a team that is focused on making a significant, positive impact on global supply management practices.
In this critical role, you will oversee the management of various categories and collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to enhance Sodexo’s operational efficiency and market competitiveness. This position gives you the opportunity to drive innovation and strategic initiatives across international markets, directly impacting our success and growth.
What you’ll do:

• Manage and develop global category strategies in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and regional buyers to implement effective procurement strategies.
• Negotiate and manage international supplier contracts to optimize cost and ensure supply chain efficiency.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers to enhance Sodexo’s procurement capabilities.
• Coordinate with buying teams across regions to ensure strategy alignment and execution.
• Oversee sourcing activities with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership to enhance value and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with the Supply Management Finance team for accurate financial tracking and performance assessment.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree with CIPS/ISM or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience, with a preference for experience within the Sodexo group.
• Strong track record in delivering value and managing complex negotiations with suppliers.
• Experience in a multicultural and matrix environment is required; international experience is preferred.
• Effective communication and influencing skills.
• Demonstrable financial understanding and orientation towards achieving business results.
• Experienced in category management, strategic planning, and project management.

What we offer:
Competitive salary + Annual Bonus + Excellent benefits package
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company