Total 5 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Newark, Nottinghamshire

RPS is looking for an Associate Director to join our Built Heritage Team. This is a rare opportunity for a consultant to take on and develop an existing client base. We are looking to recruit an Associate Director. but would also consider appointing at Director level for the right candidate. The position will be nominally based in our London office but, following our adoption of agile working practices we will consider candidates based across the country (who could instead work from our Newark, Gloucester, Abingdon or Edinburgh offices). The successful candidate is likely to need to attend the office at least one day per week.

You will be part of an experienced heritage team working on many of the biggest and most complicated heritage projects in the country. We offer an unrivalled range of project experience, working with English Heritage and Historic Royal Palaces, major developers and regeneration leaders, and individual property owners. We offer the opportunity to work as part of major interdisciplinary teams and innovating architects to provide outstanding new developments.

What you will be doing

· Preparation of Heritage Statements, Environmental Statements and Listed Building Consent applications

· Line management and mentoring of junior staff

· Business development

· Liaison with clients, local planning authorities and relevant stakeholders

· Expert Witness work, potentially including attendance at Public Inquiries

· Financial management of projects, to ensure they advance on time and to budget

Who we are looking for

We pride ourselves on our commercial awareness. We are looking to recruit Built Heritage experts with a pragmatic approach to the historic environment, leading our clients to find solutions to heritage constraints. You should be technically experienced and positive motivated to engage with relevant stakeholders to help play a part in delivery of the 1.5million homes promised this parliament together with much needed distribution and infrastructure. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record of providing heritage advice on major projects; experience of providing expert witness and have Associate or Full Membership of the IHBC. You must hold a relevant degree in the conservation of historic buildings and places and a strong knowledge of the planning system. If you do not tick all of these boxes please do not be dissuaded from applying – we are keen to recruit and to mentor candidates showing the aptitude that we are looking for. You will also need to hold a full, clean driving licence.

What is in it for you?

Our staff are rewarded with competitive salaries, opportunities to invest and many other benefits including: Private healthcare, 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to purchase up to 5 extra days per year, Company pension scheme, Group Disability Scheme, Share Incentive Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Screening, Employee Assistance Programme (including numerous wellbeing initiatives and mental health support), Dental Cover, subsidised gym membership, Professional Memberships and access to BenefitHub offering discounts, cash back offers and rewards.


We are proud to be an accredited ILM training provider. We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing. We identify the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to communicate about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.

What happens next?

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you will have the opportunity to speak informally with Duncan Hawkins, Simon Mortimer or Richard Smalley to answer any queries in advance of a more formal interview.

All applications will be considered.

About RPS:

We are RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design, and take care of projects that create shared value to a composite, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We are looking for people who can find a solution to the problems that matter. Our flat structure creates greater collaboration and speed of communication, enabling us to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Here you will find work that is stimulating and rewarding.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Funeral Director
£34,756 (£14.69 per hour) plus benefits
Full Time 45.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 8am-5pm plus occasional on-call duties covering evenings and weekends
Arnold, Nottingham NG5 7DZ


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


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.

Director (VP) of Software

HQ - Nottingham, UK ( Flexible work arrangements)

Salary:££ Negotiable, based on experience, performance-based bonuses

**Reports to** CEO – Global Management Team (GMT)

Our client, a leader in renewable energy digitalisation, offers innovative AI-driven software and sensor networks to optimize asset efficiency and increase energy production. To support our rapid growth, they are seeking a dynamic Director (VP) of Software to lead their software and analytics development organisation.

**Role Summary:**

As the VP/ Director of Software, you will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for shaping the software offerings, driving AI innovation, and ensuring seamless integration with their sensor technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable cloud-based software solutions.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Define and execute the technology strategy in alignment with business goals.

- Lead a diverse team of architects, developers, quality engineers, DevOps engineers, and data scientists.

- Oversee the full software development lifecycle, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction.

- Drive AI/ML model creation and leverage data science for automation and optimisation.

- Collaborate with sales, support, and product management to define and prioritize customer requirements.

**Qualifications:**

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

- Proven track record of leading software development teams in a fast-paced environment.

- Experience in building scalable B2B software, AI, and IoT solutions; renewable energy experience is a plus.

- Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Kubernetes, Microservices).

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

**Benefits:**

- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

- Flexible work arrangements.

- Opportunity to shape the future of renewable energy technology.

If you’re passionate about driving innovation in renewable energy, leading a talented software team, and creating a cleaner world, we encourage you to apply!

**Join us in revolutionizing the energy industry and making a difference.**

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.

We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.

Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way.

We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other.

This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work.

Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.

We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.

Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

What You'll Contribute

(Job Summary)

The Director, Program Management manages the cross-functional deployment of large-scale transformational Portfolio Growth Marketing and Enterprise initiatives working with all levels of the organization to ensure defined goals are acheived. The Director, Program Management works closely with Product, Marketing, Technology, Legal, Risk, and Compliance to ensure defined strategies and business values are appropriately accounted for in features and communicates status and results of initiatives through the proper forums.  Director, Program Management will work with the appropriate stakeholders to develop requirements that lead to clearly defined outcomes.  The Director, Program Management position develops and executes change management plans and initiatives with consideration to the needs of the organization.

What You'll Do

Leadership – 30%

• Oversees programmatic implementation of new Portfolio Growth Marketing and Enterprise initiatives and associated operations (this includes the organization of workstreams to ensure proper focus and accountability for necessary work)   
• Manages the roadmap, intake, and prioritization of all new Portfolio Growth Marketing initiatives
• Plans and coordinates the features for each Program Increment (PI) and maintains backlog of all initiatives
• Executes strategies associated with Portfolio Growth Marketing technology epics
• Provides oversight and next level escalation for issues relating to schedule and any misalignment of goals and objectives that could put the overall strategy execution at risk
• Removes roadblocks, as necessary, for project teams

Planning & Management – 40%

• Works closely with Product, Marketing, and Technology to ensure features and PI-planning encompass business vision and strategy
• Leads cross functional working sessions and communications to understand and align business strategies to new technologies and assist in the execution of those strategies   
• Manages follow up for issue resolution, task completion, and overall program management 
• Reviews status of ongoing initiatives and relays status, roadmaps, risks, and overall vision to varying levels of management through the MarTech Steering Group and status meetings

       Program Quality– 30%

• Oversees the development of change management plans and associated communication and training programs
• Manages the overall adoption of new programs across business development
• Works with business leaders and marketing operational teams to ensure value of technology is being realized through appropriate strategic and operational execution

  

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job; it is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this role.

What You Need to Succeed

Being focused on our customer helps us to deliver a lasting impression and instill trust. Through collaboration and teamwork, we are able to communicate effectively across departments leading to better decision quality. We hold ourselves to the highest standards ensuring accountability in all we do to deliver on our mission and shared values.

What You Have

Minimum education, skills and experience required.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Project management training
• Minimum of 8 years experience in the following: Robust project management experience specifically managing projects with an IT component, demonstrated ability to manage multiple or concurrent projects, and detailed understanding of Lending          
• Experience in making presentations to large groups of people.              
• Proficient knowledge of various basic corporate PC based software packages (i.e. MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project etc.)        
• Excellent organization skills required, including ability to prioritize and organize multiple on-going and overlapping projects in an efficient and effective manner.       
• Customer Service orientation and experience
• Detailed knowledge of Sallie Mae's products and marketing technology products         
• Procedural/process Analysis 
• Change Management              
• Issue Management   
• Risk Management     
• Technology Implementation 
• Compliance Management      
• Demonstrate efficient time management skills.            
• Knowledge of the PMBOK.     
• Ability to meet due dates.      
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills.             
• Ability to simultaneously manage and organize multiple projects.        
• Ability to coordinate and lead activities of a project group. 
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and resolve project and procedural problems.     
• Excellent organizational skills.              
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.              
• Ability to make recommendations and decisions independently.          
• Ability to perform well under pressure and to work independently with a high level of initiative.            
• Ability to demonstrate effective reporting of key metrics and status. 
• Ability to manage remote staff as required.     
• Advanced knowledge in IT, Marketing and Risk management.

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Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call (855) 756-2007 and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.

We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.

Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way.

We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other.

This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work.

Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.

We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.

Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

What You'll Contribute

The Director, Compliance Risk will be responsible for overseeing and implementing effective compliance risk management strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
 

What You'll Do

• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the compliance risk management program, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement, and recommending appropriate actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that compliance risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated effectively across all business units and operations.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to the organization's operations and proactively communicate these changes to the relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of controls and identify potential gaps or areas of non-compliance.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to educate employees on compliance risk management principles, policies, and procedures.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies, industry associations, and external stakeholders to stay informed about emerging compliance risks and best practices.
• Prepare and present compliance risk reports to senior management and the Board of Directors, highlighting key findings, recommendations, and areas of concern.
   

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job; it is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this role.
 

What you have

Minimum education, skills and experience required.

• Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, including but not limited to [specify relevant regulations].
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance risk management strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent understanding of risk assessment methodologies and the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks effectively.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage a high-performing team.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Preferred education, skills, and experience.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, law, or a related field.
• 7 years of experience in compliance risk management or a similar role, preferably in a regulated industry.
   

The Americans with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.

Not the right fit?  Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call (855) 756-2007 and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.