Total 130 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Cardiff, CF11 0AA

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.

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.

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

Business Account Executive

Salary banding: £25,500 to £28,000

Location: Cardiff (Remote working on a Friday)

Contract: Full-time, permanent.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 09:00am to 16:30pm

About Us

At Itec, we put our employees at the heart of everything we do. As an employee-owned organisation, every team member plays a crucial role in shaping the future of our business. We foster a culture where each voice is heard, and every contribution is valued. We take pride in empowering individuals and businesses to thrive. Join us and become part of a company that is dedicated to your growth, well-being, and success.

As a Business Account Executive at Itec, you will be responsible for establishing, building, and nurturing long-term business relationships that generate new apprenticeship starts with both new and existing clients. Your primary goal is to enable Itec to achieve monthly profiled apprenticeship start targets. Additionally, you will actively sell and endorse all Itec services across all contracts, driving business growth, and ensuring client satisfaction.

Your impact

Responsible for generating Apprenticeship starts with new and existing clients through various sales activities, including sales visits, appointments, presentations, networking, mail shot activities, telephone sales, cold calling and following up on leads.
Work with the Business Account Manager to formulate account plans for designated clients within designated client portfolio including targets for customer satisfaction, retention, and future sales growth.
Take full ownership of the client from lead generation, managing the creation of the solution, through to apprentice start and development into key account management to ensure our approach drives maximum opportunities from the client.
Responsible for achieving business profile requirements and sales targets in line with contractual requirements and key performance indicators.
Accountable for dealing with speculative calls, new enquiries, aftercare and client service calls in a timely and professional manner.
Responsible for working and supporting clients in planning their recruitment and training strategy, including planning and manage enrolment, launch events and Induction.
Responsible for liaising with on-boarding team to retain overall responsibility for ensuring all paperwork requirements for sign up of apprentices is completed, fully compliant and manages an effective start to generate income.
What are we looking for?

Essential

Experience of working in a target driven commercial environment
Sales Experience
Tele-sales experience
Networking skills
Presentation and report writing
Experience within client relationships management / customer service / sales.
Full driving licence with use of own vehicle
What’s in it for you?

At Itec, our employees have access to several great benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (rising with length of service), a health care scheme, 35 hours of working week, discounts for retail and gym membership, a bonus scheme, life insurance, employee of the month awards, length of service recognition, and much more.

Itec operates as an equal opportunity’s employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure equal opportunities inclusive of gender, ethnicity, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Apply early, as we may close the vacancy once we have enough suitable applicants. We encourage applicants to disclose any needs for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in their role to help create an inclusive workplace.

Should you not hear from us 2 weeks after application, please assume that your application was not successful on this occasion.

Join our dynamic team and apply today to showcase your sales skills, make a meaningful impact, and grow professionally!

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Exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join a growing and successful team based in the centre of Cardiff. This role is a fully on site position with the option of working from home one day a week after your training.

Summary of role:

To support and assist with the day-to-day running of the operational activities within the business. The Project Co-Ordinator will provide end to end client engagement from start to finish of a project.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

* Process work requests taking responsibility for work planning
* Provide focal point of contact for customers
* Process material and equipment orders
* Create Work Requests for the Team
* Handle queries from managers and employees effectively and provide solutions

Person Specification

* Self-motivated and eager to learn
* Proactive and able to work on own initiative, or with minimal support
* Possesses strong interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively with all levels
* Ability to priorities their workload effectively with strong time management and organisational skills
* Emphasis on accuracy with excellent attention to detail
* A strong working knowledge of IT systems and Microsoft packages


Addition Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance with additional Christmas closure allowance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Life insurance (3 x salary)

5% employer contribution with life benefits

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Cost Consultant, Project Controller & Scheduler

Location Hybrid office/remote - UK office (Central Cardiff) combined with hybrid working arrangements. Client is happy with flexible working and would require you in the Cardiff office minimum of 5 times a month.

May involve occasional travel depending on project locations.

The Client:

My client are a specialist consultancy and has a reputation for thinking 'outside the box' to come up with new solutions and supporting their clients by tracking the latest industry and regulatory trends. They are an independent, international consulting practice that employs around 150 staff in the Cardiff office but can work collaboratively with international colleagues located in sister practices.

They hold a flat management structure, meaning all technical employees have the opportunity to lead projects, develop client relations and tailor their career based on their own interests. They offer a competitive salary and benefits package including corporate gym membership, and private healthcare. They support continued training and professional development, funding professional registration, training and conference attendance.

The Role:

We are seeking a Cost Consultant, Project Controller & Scheduler who will be responsible for the integrated management of both cost and schedule aspects of projects. This role involves developing, monitoring, and controlling project budgets and timelines, working with the Project Manager to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to scope. The Cost and Schedule Engineer collaborates with project managers, engineers, scientists, sub-consultants and other stakeholders to provide accurate financial and schedule data, helping to identify potential risks and propose corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Estimation and Budgeting:
  • Develop detailed cost estimates based on project scope, specifications, and requirements.
  • Establish and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with project goals and constraints.
  • Work with project teams to refine cost estimates and budgets as project details evolve.
• Schedule Development and Management:
  • Create and maintain detailed project schedules using scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
  • Monitor project timelines, ensuring that all activities are on track and deadlines are met.
  • Identify schedule variances and work with the project team to implement recovery plans.
• Cost and Schedule Control:
  • Track and monitor both cost and schedule performance, comparing actual results against planned targets.
  • Analyse variances and provide detailed explanations, including recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Implement cost and schedule control measures to prevent overruns and delays.
• Integrated Project Reporting:
  • Prepare regular reports that integrate cost and schedule data, providing a comprehensive view of project performance.
  • Generate earned value analysis (EVA) reports, highlighting key project performance indicators such as cost performance index (CPI) and schedule performance index (SPI).
  • Present findings to project stakeholders, offering insights into potential risks and opportunities.
• Change Management:
  • Assess the impact of project changes on both cost and schedule, providing detailed analysis and forecasts.
  • Update budgets and schedules as necessary to reflect approved changes.
  • Ensure that all changes are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
• Risk and Opportunity Management:
  • Identify cost and schedule risks and work with the project team to develop mitigation strategies.
  • Explore opportunities for cost savings and schedule optimization, recommending adjustments to the project plan.
  • Monitor external factors such as market trends and resource availability that could impact cost and schedule.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project costs, schedules, and change logs.
  • Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
  • Provide and necessary document control associated with the project.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering.
• Proven experience in cost engineering, scheduling, or a related project controls role.
• Proficiency scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including budgeting, scheduling, and financial analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Cost Engineering or Scheduling (e.g., Certified Cost Professional - CCP, PMI-SP).
• Experience in a specific industry relevant to the company's projects (e.g. environmental, water, ground engineering)
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and other advanced project control techniques.

Key Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address both cost and schedule issues proactively.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex financial and scheduling information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and influence project decisions.
• High level of integrity and adherence to financial and ethical standards.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

House of Commons

The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. 

Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community.

Staff Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 

• 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). 
• Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%. 
• Access to training and development. 
• Flexible working. 
• Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan.

Introduction

The Finance, Portfolio and Performance (FPP) team is critical to supporting a thriving Parliamentary democracy. We play a leading role in delivering the House of Commons' Strategy and corporate priorities through business and financial planning, analysing performance, and supporting the delivery of projects and programmes across Parliament. Equally important are the financial services, systems, accounting, reporting and Members' services that we provide to keep the House of Commons Service working effectively and efficiently on a day-to-day basis.

The Role

The Business Management Team (BMT) is a sub team within FPP and provides executive level support to Directors in FPP and PACT, including secretariat for both senior leadership teams and a comprehensive business support function.

This role will support the Business Management Director (BMD) to deliver strategy and planning support within both teams across FPP and PACT. It is responsible for the development of business plans as well as ensuring agreed plans are monitored and reported appropriately.

Some of the responsibilities for this role include:

• Manage the business management cycle, ensuring all stakeholders are aware of the annual timetable and agreeing deliverables with responsible owners.
• Support the planning process to capture and report strategic objectives for inclusion to the Corporate Business Plan.
• Responsible for maintaining the principle and corporate risk registers for FPP and PACT, and capture the key controls implemented by risk owners to ensure business objectives are met.
• Support the annual assurance process and coordinate the self-assessment returns for submission to the Governance Office.
• Contribute to and/or lead on specific pieces of wider work and projects as directed by the Business Management Director.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Planning and Organisation | Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and deliver to agreed targets, within a small team. Experience of managing administrative processes, requiring consistency and a strong attention to detail. Effective organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload, determining priorities and dealing with conflicting demands and changing priorities, whilst keeping colleagues and stakeholders informed of progress.

• Communication Skill | Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to facilitate senior level discussions and develop internal communications material. Ability to create, present and explain, complex issues so that they are easy to understand and ensuring business issues are understood by stakeholders.

• Working with People | Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships and confidence to work with people at all levels across the organisation. Ability to contribute as part of a team with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Works in an inclusive way, taking into account equality and diversity.

• Business Management | Proven experience of delivering effective communication or business plans with a basic understanding of the underlying principles of good information management and the management of business risks.

Next Steps and Additional Information

• CV & Supporting Statement- If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter with a 500-word limit. 

More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description.

Please note that you may be asked to complete a test or a presentation as part of the selection process.

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.

Contact Details

For more information about the role, or for an informal chat, contact Sophie Nicolaou ()

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Field Sales Executive / Business Development Manager
Top earners earn in excess of £150K

A huge earnings potential for experienced field sales professionals

Are you looking for the following:
1. An opportunity to work for a national company with over 12,000 business customers in a booming industry.
2. Year 1 minimum earnings of £60K+ (guaranteed)
3. A structured career progression.
4. A real opportunity to earn excellent commission.

THE JOB
Our client is the leading company in their field offering solutions to SME businesses UK wide.

As a Field Sales Executive, your responsibilities are:

* Attend pre-booked appointments generated by your designated telesales colleague.
* Generate new clients through self-generated business development.
* Take a structured approach to the sales process to identify needs and provide tailored solutions.
* There is a clearly defined career path ensuring the opportunity to advance into senior roles.

THE CANDIDATE
Our client is looking for strong field sales candidates with the following experience and attributes:

* A strong understanding of the sales process.
* A proven track record in field-based B2B sales.
* A very good closer. You must be able to ask for the order!
* Be unafraid in gaining new business.
* A self-motivated individual who thrives in managing their own territory and exceeding sales targets.
* A full driving licence

THE PACKAGE

Basic £30K, guaranteed to £60K in the first year
£90K OTE uncapped, Top earners do earn £150K +
Company car (Tesla) or £5,000 car allowance.
Life insurance, 24/7 Employment Relations Advice Line, and your birthday off!


ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES: Sales Executive, Field Sales, Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales.
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This role is commutable from:
Cardiff
Newport
Bridgend
Caerphilly



Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike. This particular role includes people with experience in Sales Executive, Field Sales, Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales.

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 Project Manager will manage specific projects as delegated across the organisation in collaboration with colleagues and partners. The post holder will be expected to lead, deliver and manage projects autonomously within the delegated parameters. Formulate, implement and monitor progress of the projects. May supervise project staff. Responsible for training staff at all levels.

In this Corporate Apprentice (Level 3) role you will learn:

Financial administration on our SAP system
Recruitment practises by helping managers across the directorate recruit.
Minute taking
Ad-hoc project support tasks
Key tech skills such as Sharepoint and Excel
Shadowing key project meetings to gain experience and knowledge working in a project management environment
To support your development, you will also undertake a Welsh Government Apprenticeship Framework Qualification in Digital Skills for Business at Level 3 in the role and will receive on the job training and supervision to help you deliver an efficient and effective service in a positive and customer focussed manner. You will also be supported by a named mentor who will encourage you to develop a range of transferrable skills to support your career progression.

Many of our teams work online with a mix of home or hybrid (office) working. Where homeworking is required, you will be given the necessary equipment and training, however, you will need to arrange your own internet connectivity (support may be available to help with this).
The Business & Project Support Team provide a wide variety of support to teams across the Adults, Housing & Communities directorate ranging from financial assistance, to arranging and taking meetings, to ad-hoc project support.
• Gain experience of working in a Project Management environment including attending /shadowing meetings to gain project management experience and background
• Undertake a range of project support tasks as needed eg assisting with the production of documents, document updates, low level business analysis and production of charts or information for reports etc.
• Use of our financial monitoring software (SAP) to assist the team to raise invoices and Purchase Orders.
• Arranging project meetings or meetings for senior management.
• Creating a record of meeting discussions eg drafting Minutes of Meeting
• Use of key business support software such as Sharepoint, Microsoft Office Applications eg Excel, PowerBi, Teams etc
• Email inbox monitoring and responding to or forwarding on enquiries for action
• Providing general project administration support

2. To develop transferrable workplace skills e.g.
• To be proactive, adaptable, and responsive to change
• To assist with the provision of a high-quality service – this may include developing homeworking skills for some roles.
• To support internal and external customer requests and ensure internal and external customer satisfaction.
• To communicate with a range of internal and/or external customers as required
• To assist other team members in the carrying out of their duties
• To work with others to carry out duties linked to the section in which the Apprentice is placed.
• To undertake and complete all training and development experiences as required.
• To participate in Corporate Scheme events
1. To participate actively in supporting the principles and practice of equality of opportunity as stated in the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
2. To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions and to comply with all health and safety legislation as appropriate.
3. To, as a statutory duty, adhere to the Council’s Corporate Safeguarding Policy and associated policies and procedures and to report concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children or adults at risk. In order to support you in this, you are required to access safeguarding training at the level which is relevant to this post.
4. As a term of your employment you may be required to undertake such other duties and/or times of work as may reasonably be required of you, commensurate with your grade or general level of responsibility within the organisation.
5. Although you will be provided with a base, you will be required to work from various locations in accordance with the needs of the role.

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 We have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do. We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values. We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate This is Our NWSSP our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.

The Digital and Business Support Team is responsible for ensuring effective and efficient systems are in place to support the delivery of directorates services in relation to transport, highways and climate change.

You will support the team by undertaking tasks tosupport compliance with established businesses processes and procedures, review and develop new processes as well as identifying and supporting the development of new projects.

As a Corporate Apprentice you will be supported in the workplace to develop the skills you need to make an effective contribution to our Service. You will be provided with a range of workplace activities and experiences, as directed by the manager, and will undertake a range of duties and learning opportunities including, but not limited to, those listed below, whilst also undertaking and completing a relevant Apprenticeship qualification.
• Assist the team with collating, maintaining and analysing business information, using data systems and handling confidential data securely.
• Assist with activities to support business change aimed at improving work environments and opportunities to increase diversity and inclusion.
• Learn to undertake a range of administration and business support tasks including meeting organisation, maintenance of records and providing monitoring information.
• Assist in the formatting, presentation, maintaining and the quality assurance of key data or documents to support the team to increase consistency across the directorate.
• Assist with enquiries and act as a point of contact for requests
• Assist service areas with inputting and collating data to allow for regular analysis
• Support the team with tasks related to the review of business practices.
• Assist the team with tasks related to project planning, implementation and governance
• Learn to use a range of business software including Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel, Power Bi and bespoke Council systems.

2. Support project planning, implementation and governance

• To develop transferrable workplace skills e.g.
• To be proactive, adaptable and responsive to change
• To assist with the provision of a high-quality service – this may include developing homeworking skills for some roles
• To support internal and external customer requests and ensure internal and external customer satisfaction
• To communicate with a range of internal and/or external customers as required
• To assist other team members in the carrying out of their duties
• To work with others to carry out duties linked to the section in which the Apprentice is placed
• To undertake and complete all training and development experiences as required.
• To participate in Corporate Scheme events

For a detailed review of responsibilities for this role, please review the attached personal specification and job description.

The post holder will be responsible for: Running the Clinical Advisory Group (CAG) the governance mechanism used to ratify requirements. Ensuring requirement documentation is maintained, including any change requests or decisions made by the users or CAG. Communicates highly complex issues and sensitive information to a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels including; NHS Local Health boards, suppliers, DHCW, NHS Wales and the Welsh Government. Information may have national and political implications for internal and external stakeholders. Collating and communicating relevant information to the SRO. Develops and operates effective working relationships with all key stakeholders organisational, professional, customer and supplier representatives at a senior level ensuring the profile and perception of organisation and department is enhanced with all stakeholders by delivering a professional service. Capture and disseminate technical, clinical and business information. Facilitate stakeholder communication and promote understanding of, and agreement to, changes in services, products and systems. Obtain input from and communicate modelling results to stakeholders for agreement. Perform basic consulting activities (information gathering, analysis, problem resolution and presentation) in accordance with assignment objectives. Responsible for the application and promotion of appropriate Business Analysis techniques, methodologies and tools. Work with stakeholders to obtain formal agreement to scope and requirements. Analyse and challenge these where appropriate to ensure adherence to business objectives. Leading and expediting communications to drive progress using business knowledge within organisations that the post holder has no direct authority over, demonstrating strong influential ability. Introduce structured analysis concepts and approaches into department/project/service operations. Recognise where information is potentially sensitive/contentious and carefully manage the communication of this. Understanding how to share sensitive information wider whilst protecting the interests and confidentiality of others. Developing and publishing information for use by internal and external stakeholders. These communications must be issued with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness and agreed in advance by appropriate stakeholders. 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.

Second line support for the NHS Wales App calls Service Point call management service requests and incidents Technical troubleshooting of calls using Microsoft Azure Application Insights Identifying improvements for support function Call resolution prioritising calls and workload Responding to user and patient queries Knowledge sharing with other support teams Problem record creation and management Documentation creation and development, SOPs, Work Instructions, user guides Liaising with internal and external teams tofacilitate service delivery and support This post is fixed term until 31/05/25 due to meet the needs of the service Although this post has been advertised as a fixed term appointment, NHS staff will be offered the appointment as a secondment. If you wish to apply for a secondment, you must have the approval of your line manager. This position may be extended or made permanent at the end of the fixed term/secondment period depending on available funding and business needs. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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.