QC Manager required on a fixed term contract, based in Lancashire. Requiring a proven industrial experience of managing/leading a Quality Control (QC) laboratory on a manufacturing site.

Title: QC Manager

Location: Lancashire

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Term: 12-month fixed term contract

SRG are working exclusively with a global developer and manufacturer of construction products for a wide variety of sectors. They are now seeking a QC Manager to join the team in their laboratory in Lancashire on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role will predominantly involve overseeing the Quality Control (QC) team in order to ensure the QC tests of raw materials, finished products as productions processes are performed correctly and in a time manner. Prospective candidates will have proven industrial experience within a similar QC laboratory.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Role / Description

• Co-ordinating and overseeing the Quality Control (QC) laboratory
• Ensuring the QC tests of raw materials and finished products run efficiently and in a timely manner
• Manage, organise and direct the QC team
• Keep documentation updated
• Support in the analysis of production data
• Technical training of the QC team

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science
• Proven industrial experience of managing/leading a similar QC laboratory
• Adaptable and have the ability to prioritise efficiently
• Thorough, with good attention to detail

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on 0161 526 1898.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.

Keywords: chemistry, polymer science, material, construction, cement, cementitious, adhesive, coating, resin, technical, laboratory, quality control, QC, quality, chemical, material testing, polymer, physical testing, mechanical testing, tensile, flex testing, manager, leader, supervisor, supervising, leading, managing.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Your new company
This well-established organisation is looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to join their growing team. They are a successful organisation with a lot of opportunities to grow and develop your skill set.
Your new role
You will be responsible for supporting the sales team with their calls and ensuring that they meet the relevant criteria. You will be assessing calls, suggesting and providing improvements to individuals for their calls, supporting the internal compliance process and making suggestions on internal processes by spotting and analysing trends and presenting findings to senior management teams.
What you'll need to succeed
Your previous experience within a regulated environment will help you succeed in this role. You will have experience working within a busy and varied team and have worked within quality assurance/compliance before. You are able to communicate effectively, provide constructive feedback, and you have excellent attention to detail. You are able to understand and present trends in a clear and concise manner. You are also able to get to the office 5 days a week in Manchester.
What you'll get in return
You will receive an excellent salary of up to £40,000 plus an excellent benefits package including holidays, pension, healthcare and more.
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Are you a rail engineering professional with a detailed knowledge of engineering assurance processes?

Are you seeking a new opportunity to work across the largest UK tramway network?

Would you relish the chance to contribute to projects that vary widely in both scope and stage of development?

Engineering is at the heart of Metrolink’s plans and this role will provide you with the opportunity to work in a complex and challenging environment where you will have the chance to grow and build upon your existing knowledge and experience to really make a difference to the travelling public.

Your Role

As the Metrolink Integration & Assurance Manager at Transport for Greater Manchester your responsibilities will include leading the Project Engineering team, owning the engineering assurance processes, and interfacing with external bodies for safety authorisation when needed. You will support projects in obtaining approval from TfGM’s internal safety panel and as required you will update Metrolink’s Case for Safety.

What you’ll bring

What you do and how you do it is important whatever type of role you work in at TfGM and even small behaviours and actions can have a really big impact. At TfGM, our behaviours bring to life our values of Deliver, Care and Adapt.

You will have a strong multidisciplinary background in railway engineering with a focus on engineering assurance and risk management on rail infrastructure projects.

You will have the ability to influence and negotiate with suppliers and contractors to achieve the best results and have considerable experience in a rail related environment. You will be a chartered engineer or equivalent or working towards this with a clear timeline for achieving professional registration.

What we can offer you

This is a permanent role with a competitive salary of £69,312 - £78,011 per annum depending on skills and experience.

Our benefits include:

• 28 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)
• Flexible and hybrid working options to promote and support a good work/life balance
• Free bus, rail or Metrolink travel to and from work within the Greater Manchester boundary
• Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme which includes life cover of 3x your salary and options to increase your pension contributions
• Commitment to learning and personal development and upskilling with reimbursement of professional fees, where essential to the role
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to staff via our employee assistance programme when required

What's next?

To apply please submit your CV and also provide a covering letter providing clear examples of how your experience meets the requirements of the role, all appointments will be based on merit. Our shortlisting process is anonymised, so please do not include your name or contact details on either of these documents. If any personal details are included these will be visible to the hiring manager.

Internal candidates - check with your line manager before applying for a secondment, to make sure you can be released from your substantive role.

TfGM is proud to be an equal opportunities employer that encourages and celebrates diversity. We want to recruit and retain a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome individuals from all backgrounds by committing to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We will offer support and reasonable adjustments if required and we also have a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme which you can find out more information on here.

For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor.

Please note we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

The role: Client Relationship Manager - Public Sector
Location: Manchester, Hybrid - 3 days in the office & 2 days at home
Contract: Full time, 37.5 hrs per week
Package: competitive base salary with an uncapped commission and incentive-based rewards



Job purpose:
You will join QA as a Client Relationship Manager; your focus will be to further grow your account base by prospecting for new business and nurture your existing customers using sales techniques gained from our in-house sales academy and on the job coaching.


About you:
If you have experience working in B2B sales ideally in Public sector and a consultative sales function, enjoy building new relationships, providing solutions, and working to tight deadlines then this could be the role for you.


A 'day in the life' of a Client Relationship Manager

Prospect new business and nurture your existing client base to maximise high value and long-term opportunities
Grow your existing customers through uncovering revenue opportunities by exploring client needs
Facilitate client meetings and deliver presentations on QA's offerings in line with the customers' requirements/needs
Develop, and manage stakeholder relationships
Review all sales management information to strategically prioritise your sales pipeline to meet/exceed your sales targets
Generate revenue and margin to meet individual and team targets

About QA
At QA, we believe the future belongs to organisations that are able to learn, master and apply new skills at pace and scale. As the largest tech training company in the UK and the fastest-growing in the US, we partner with 96% of the FTSE and most of the Fortune 500. We have served over 4,000 customers and 1+ million learners since 1985.

We believe skills alone aren't enough, but need to be applied back to the business in order to effect change. We do this through tailored learning programmes that connect learning across an organisation's siloes, create continuity for learners, and feature collaborative, cohort-based modalities to apply skills at pace and at scale. Our unique end-to-end learning solution draws from deep expertise across apprenticeships, instructor-led training, and self-paced learning.

QA is headquartered in London and New York. Learn more at QA.com.
Sounds great, doesn't it? And in return we will offer you

Sales rewards
We have an amazing incentive-based reward on offer on top of an uncapped commission. Our top performers are part of the 110 Club. To join, all you'll need to do is achieve 110% of your annual target which will see you go on a fantastic all expenses paid VIP trip abroad! Recent destinations include Las Vegas, Miami, New York and Barcelona! To find out more, check out our LinkedIn page for the pictures!


Down time
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.


How we'll help with finance matters
In addition to pension, group income protection and life assurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme.


Personal growth
Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too!
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content from Circus Street and Cloud Academy on a variety of tech and business topics. Or perhaps you'd like to enrol on a Degree or Masters programme to enhance your skillset or learn new things.


Our people
We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment. We embrace diversity, welcome applications from all candidates and aim to support the career growth of everyone. This means no matter what your gender, age, ethnicity, beliefs, or sexual preference, or if you are disabled or a carer, we welcome you and the alternative perspectives you bring to our diverse family. We're proud of the progress we've achieved over the last few years to build an inclusive culture and celebrate our diversity - our rankings on The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List are a testament to this.


We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, you require.


If this is what you're looking for, here are the next steps:

Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form. If you'd like to hear more about the role you can find me on LinkedIn - Giselle Rodrigues or email me: - happy to help!

#LifeatQA #QA #theresnoplacelikeqa #LI-GR1 #LI-hybrid #hiring

Your new company
This is a large and well regarded national law firm that has an excellent profile.

Your new role
Our client is seeking an experienced AML Compliance manager to join the Risk and Compliance team. The role will see you managing a range of AML/Compliance matters. The role will see you working closely with

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate would be an experienced AML compliance professional who is confident in handling complex AML and other financial crime-related matters. You will have extensive knowledge of AML regulations and have a desire to develop your career in AML and compliance.

What you'll get in return
The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary with excellent ongoing progression and development.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

The role: Client Relationship Manager - NHS
Location: Manchester, Hybrid - 3 days in the office & 2 days at home
Contract: Full time, 37.5 hrs per week
Package: competitive base salary with an uncapped commission and incentive-based rewards


Job purpose:
You will join QA as a Client Relationship Manager; your focus will be to further grow your account base by prospecting for new business and nurture your existing customers using sales techniques gained from our in-house sales academy and on the job coaching.

Strategically prospect new business and nurture your existing client base to maximise high value and long-term opportunities across public sector.


A 'day in the life' of a Client Relationship Manager
Grow your existing customers through uncovering revenue opportunities by exploring client skills needs across Digital transformation
Facilitate client meetings and deliver presentations on QA's offerings in line with the customers' requirements/needs
Develop, and manage stakeholder relationships
Managing, writing and reviewing client bids from start to finish, often to short deadlines with support from our bids team.
Review all sales management information to strategically prioritise your sales pipeline to meet/exceed your sales targets
Generate revenue and margin to meet individual and team targets
Sounds great, doesn't it? And in return we will offer you

Sales rewards
We have an amazing incentive-based reward on offer on top of an uncapped commission. Our top performers are part of the 110 Club. To join, all you'll need to do is achieve 110% of your annual target which will see you go on a fantastic all expenses paid VIP trip abroad! Recent destinations include Las Vegas, Miami, New York and Barcelona! To find out more, check out our LinkedIn page for the pictures!


Down time
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.



We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, you require.


If this is what you're looking for, here are the next steps:

Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form. If you'd like to hear more about the role you can find me on LinkedIn - Giselle Rodrigues or email me: - happy to help!

#LifeatQA #QA #theresnoplacelikeqa #LI-GR1 #LI-hybrid #hiring

The role: Client Relationship Manager / Sales / Account Manager / Recruitment
Location: Manchester, Hybrid - 3 days in the office & 2 days at home
Contract: Full time, 37.5 hrs per week
Package: competitive base salary with an uncapped commission and incentive-based rewards



Job purpose:
You will join QA as a Client Relationship Manager; your focus will be to further grow your account base by prospecting for new business and nurture your existing customers using sales techniques provided and gained from our in-house sales academy and on the job coaching.



About you:
If you have experience working in B2B sales ideally in a consultative sales function, enjoy building new relationships, resolving solutions, and working to tight deadlines then this could be the role for you.


A 'day in the life' of a Client Relationship Manager
Prospect new business and nurture your existing client base to maximise high value and long-term opportunities
Grow your existing customers through uncovering revenue opportunities by exploring client needs
Facilitate client meetings and deliver presentations on QA's offerings in line with the customers' requirements/needs
Develop, and manage stakeholder relationships
Review all sales management information to strategically prioritise your sales pipeline to meet/exceed your sales targets
Generate revenue and margin to meet individual and team targets

About Us
At QA, we believe the future belongs to organisations that are able to learn, master and apply new skills at pace and scale. As the largest tech training company in the UK and the fastest-growing in the US, we partner with 96% of the FTSE and most of the Fortune 500. We have served over 4,000 customers and 1+ million learners since 1985.

We believe skills alone aren't enough, but need to be applied back to the business in order to effect change. We do this through tailored learning programmes that connect learning across an organisation's siloes, create continuity for learners, and feature collaborative, cohort-based modalities to apply skills at pace and at scale. Our unique end-to-end learning solution draws from deep expertise across apprenticeships, instructor-led training, and self-paced learning.

QA is headquartered in London and New York. Learn more at QA.com

Down time
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.


How we'll help with finance matters
In addition to pension, group income protection and life assurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme.


Personal growth
Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too!
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). Or perhaps you'd like to enrol on a Degree or Masters programme to enhance your skillset or learn new things.


Our people
We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment. We embrace diversity, welcome applications from all candidates and aim to support the career growth of everyone. This means no matter what your gender, age, ethnicity, beliefs, or sexual preference, or if you are disabled or a carer, we welcome you and the alternative perspectives you bring to our diverse family. We're proud of the progress we've achieved over the last few years to build an inclusive culture and celebrate our diversity - our rankings on The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List are a testament to this.


We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, you require.


If this is what you're looking for, here are the next steps:

Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form. If you'd like to hear more about the role you can find me on LinkedIn - Giselle Rodrigues or email me: - happy to help!

#LifeatQA #QA #theresnoplacelikeqa #LI-GR1 #LI-hybrid #hiring

The role: Client Relationship Manager - Public Sector
Location: Manchester, Hybrid - 3 days in the office & 2 days at home
Contract: Full time, 37.5 hrs per week
Package: competitive base salary with an uncapped commission and incentive-based rewards



Job purpose:
You will join QA as a Client Relationship Manager; your focus will be to further grow your account base by prospecting for new business and nurture your existing customers using sales techniques gained from our in-house sales academy and on the job coaching.


About you:
If you have experience working in B2B sales ideally in Public sector and a consultative sales function, enjoy building new relationships, providing solutions, and working to tight deadlines then this could be the role for you.


A 'day in the life' of a Client Relationship Manager

Prospect new business and nurture your existing client base to maximise high value and long-term opportunities
Grow your existing customers through uncovering revenue opportunities by exploring client needs
Facilitate client meetings and deliver presentations on QA's offerings in line with the customers' requirements/needs
Develop, and manage stakeholder relationships
Review all sales management information to strategically prioritise your sales pipeline to meet/exceed your sales targets
Generate revenue and margin to meet individual and team targets

About QA
At QA, we believe the future belongs to organisations that are able to learn, master and apply new skills at pace and scale. As the largest tech training company in the UK and the fastest-growing in the US, we partner with 96% of the FTSE and most of the Fortune 500. We have served over 4,000 customers and 1+ million learners since 1985.

We believe skills alone aren't enough, but need to be applied back to the business in order to effect change. We do this through tailored learning programmes that connect learning across an organisation's siloes, create continuity for learners, and feature collaborative, cohort-based modalities to apply skills at pace and at scale. Our unique end-to-end learning solution draws from deep expertise across apprenticeships, instructor-led training, and self-paced learning.

QA is headquartered in London and New York. Learn more at QA.com.
Sounds great, doesn't it? And in return we will offer you

Sales rewards
We have an amazing incentive-based reward on offer on top of an uncapped commission. Our top performers are part of the 110 Club. To join, all you'll need to do is achieve 110% of your annual target which will see you go on a fantastic all expenses paid VIP trip abroad! Recent destinations include Las Vegas, Miami, New York and Barcelona! To find out more, check out our LinkedIn page for the pictures!


Down time
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.


How we'll help with finance matters
In addition to pension, group income protection and life assurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme.


Personal growth
Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too!
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content from Circus Street and Cloud Academy on a variety of tech and business topics. Or perhaps you'd like to enrol on a Degree or Masters programme to enhance your skillset or learn new things.


Our people
We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment. We embrace diversity, welcome applications from all candidates and aim to support the career growth of everyone. This means no matter what your gender, age, ethnicity, beliefs, or sexual preference, or if you are disabled or a carer, we welcome you and the alternative perspectives you bring to our diverse family. We're proud of the progress we've achieved over the last few years to build an inclusive culture and celebrate our diversity - our rankings on The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List are a testament to this.


We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, you require.


If this is what you're looking for, here are the next steps:

Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form. If you'd like to hear more about the role you can find me on LinkedIn - Giselle Rodrigues or email me: - happy to help!

#LifeatQA #QA #theresnoplacelikeqa #LI-GR1 #LI-hybrid #hiring

Your new company
This is a large and leading social housing business based in Warrington (Birchwood), that are looking to recruit a new Risk and Assurance Manager following recent growth within the team. The company manage an extensive list of properties across the North of England and are highly regarded within their field. They also offer excellent career progression opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

Your new role
As a Risk and Assurance Manager, you will:

• Responsible for delivering an effective risk & assurance framework, managing strategic and operational risks within appetite, and providing assurance to the Board and stakeholders on the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Oversee the outsourced internal audit process and in house audit & assurance work, including a review of operating controls, processes and improvements to existing policies and controls.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the group's approach to risk and assurance is engaging and collaborative whilst maintaining appropriate oversight & independence.
• Prioritise and escalate issues resulting in potential non-compliance to the leadership team and the Audit & Risk Committee where necessary.
• Responsible for the effective implementation of the assurance framework, leading the team and the business with performing independent assurance reviews of key risk areas across the first and second lines of defence.
• Line management of a multidisciplinary team, (Including Risk, Assurance, and Insurance) with the ability to mentor, inspire and drive high standards.

What you'll need to succeed

• Risk and Assurance knowledge, ideally from within the housing, construction, property field, although individuals with wider sector knowledge are also highly encouraged to apply.
• Significant knowledge of risk, internal control and compliance management frameworks.
• Good systems and technological knowledge, such as being able to utilise excel and other data systems.
• Experience within a managerial capacity, such as leading a small yet successful team within a large business.
• Ideally, an accounting or professional qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, or reputable risk/compliance management accreditation.

What you'll get in return
There is a competitive offering and benefits package for the successful candidate, including:

• Salary of £50,000 to £55,000, depending on experience.
• Flexible / home working - 1-2 days in the office per week.
• Minimum 25 days holiday, along with three additional days off at Christmas, and an additional holiday purchase scheme
• Employee schemes include travel savings, high street discounts, and the potential for car allowance.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

The role: Client Relationship / Sales / Senior Account Manager / Business Development / Relationship Manager
Location: Hybrid 2-3 days a week in the office (based close to one of QA's UK offices Manchester/Leeds/London/Slough)
Contract: Full time, 37.5 hrs per week
Package: Competitive base salary with an uncapped commission and incentive-based rewards

Job purpose:

You will join QA as a Senior Client Relationship Manager; your focus will be to win new business and grow your account base by nurturing your existing customers as well as acting as a mentor across the team to support them to win business.

About you:

You will be an experienced senior client account / relationship manager with a track record of delivering sales targets through a wide range of products. If you've worked in a B2B consultative sales function selling services & solutions, enjoy building new relationships, providing solutions, and working to tight deadlines then this could be the role for you.

A 'day in the life' of a Senior Client Relationship Manager

Lead client meetings to understand their business in order to deliver an impactful solution
Analyse sales management information to strategically prioritise your sales pipeline to maximise financial performance
Design a high-level creative solution to meet the client's needs
Drive commercial discussions, prepare quotes and proposals to deliver high quality material for client sign off
Measure the strategic value being added to client account
Develop strategic relationships with client C-Suite and other senior stakeholders

Sounds great, doesn't it?! And in return we will offer you


Sales rewards
We have an amazing incentive-based reward on offer on top of an uncapped commission. Our top performers across the UK are earning between Thirteen - Seventeen Thousand pounds per quarter meaning these top performers are part of the 110 Club. To join, all you'll need to do is achieve 110% of your annual target which will see you go on a fantastic all expenses paid VIP trip abroad! Recent destinations include Las Vegas, Miami, New York and Barcelona!

A little about QA:

At QA, our mission is powering people's potential.

We believe the answer to closing the digital skills gap lies with the people organisations already have and the talent we can bring for the future. We're experts in reskilling, upskilling, apprenticeships, and other talent needs for leading enterprises and public sector organisations in the UK and we're proud to work with some of the world's biggest brands including the BBC, AWS, Google, Deloitte, JP Morgan as well as small organisations to give them the competitive edge in the digital world of today. Our bespoke and customisable training methods, learning programmes and talent acquisition solutions cover all digital requirements including emerging and in-demand tech skills to transform the workforce and fuel the success of businesses.


Down time
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.




How we'll help with finance matters
In addition to pension, group income protection and life assurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme.


Personal growth
Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do - and that applies to you too!
You'll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you'll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content from Circus Street and Cloud Academy on a variety of tech and business topics. Or perhaps you'd like to enrol on a Degree or Masters programme to enhance your skillset or learn new things.


Our people
We are an equal opportunity employer, focused on promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment. We embrace diversity, welcome applications from all candidates and aim to support the career growth of everyone. This means no matter what your gender, age, ethnicity, beliefs, or sexual preference, or if you are disabled or a carer, we welcome you and the alternative perspectives you bring to our diverse family. We're proud of the progress we've achieved over the last few years to build an inclusive culture and celebrate our diversity - our rankings on The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List are a testament to this.


We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. All applicants with a disability who fulfil the role criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the process. Please let us know what reasonable adjustment, if any, you require.


If this is what you're looking for, here are the next steps:
Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form. If you'd like to hear more about the role you can find me on LinkedIn - Giselle Rodrigues or email me: - happy to help!


#LifeatQA #theresnoplacelikeqa #LI-GR1 #LI-Hybrid

Your new company
This is a large and leading social housing business based in Warrington (Birchwood), that are looking to recruit a new Risk and Assurance Manager following recent growth within the team. The company manage an extensive list of properties across the North of England and are highly regarded within their field. They also offer excellent career progression opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

Your new role
As a Risk and Assurance Manager, you will:

• Responsible for delivering an effective risk & assurance framework, managing strategic and operational risks within appetite, and providing assurance to the Board and stakeholders on the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Oversee the outsourced internal audit process and in house audit & assurance work, including a review of operating controls, processes and improvements to existing policies and controls.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the group's approach to risk and assurance is engaging and collaborative whilst maintaining appropriate oversight & independence.
• Prioritise and escalate issues resulting in potential non-compliance to the leadership team and the Audit & Risk Committee where necessary.
• Responsible for the effective implementation of the assurance framework, leading the team and the business with performing independent assurance reviews of key risk areas across the first and second lines of defence.
• Line management of a multidisciplinary team, (Including Risk, Assurance, and Insurance) with the ability to mentor, inspire and drive high standards.

What you'll need to succeed

• Risk and Assurance knowledge, ideally from within the housing, construction, property field, although individuals with wider sector knowledge are also highly encouraged to apply.
• Significant knowledge of risk, internal control and compliance management frameworks.
• Good systems and technological knowledge, such as being able to utilise excel and other data systems.
• Experience within a managerial capacity, such as leading a small yet successful team within a large business.
• Ideally, an accounting or professional qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, or reputable risk/compliance management accreditation.

What you'll get in return
There is a competitive offering and benefits package for the successful candidate, including:

• Salary of £50,000 to £55,000, depending on experience.
• Flexible / home working - 1-2 days in the office per week.
• Minimum 25 days holiday, along with three additional days off at Christmas, and an additional holiday purchase scheme
• Employee schemes include travel savings, high street discounts, and the potential for car allowance.

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Quality Manager – Food Manufacturing

Salary between £42,880 - £48,880 DOE

Blackburn, Lancashire

Full time, permanent position, Monday-Friday

We are proud to be working with one of the UK’s leading ambient cake manufacturers who supply their products to leading retailers and export partners.

They are currently recruiting a Quality Manager to lead a quality assurance team to verify that all materials including finished products are safe and conform to all relevant specifications, legislation and customer requirements.

This is a full-time, permanent role based at the Shadsworth and Blackburn bakeries.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a technically minded individual with experience working within a quality role from a food manufacturing background, ideally bakery.

You’ll have experience in ensuring that all materials including finished products are safe and conform to all relevant specifications, legislation and customer requirements.

It would be highly advantageous if you have a food-related degree as well as experience of retailer & BRC audits.

Previous experience managing people/shift patterns would also be advantageous as you will be responsible for a team of 6 (4x quality auditors, 2x raw materials quality auditors).

The role of Quality Manager

· Management of the QA team to ensure coverage across all shifts as required.

· Complete audits and monitor the consistency of outputs across the team for compliance purposes.

· Complete KPIs and monitor the consistency of outputs across the team for compliance purposes.

· Training the team to ensure that new processes and procedures are adopted.

· Building production team capability to improve communication and understanding of technical standards.

· Investigating customer complaints or any non-conformance raised internally or externally to provide data which informs resolution.

· Organises organoleptic panels to ensure consistent quality.

· Ensure that a safe working environment exists for all employees and that as a minimum the department meets the standards set out in the SHE policy.

About our client

Our client is one of the UK’s leading ambient cake and chilled dessert manufacturers of retailer own label, licensed and branded cakes, supplying recognisable major retailers across the UK and European market.

Their team of experts develop and manufacture a wide range of high-quality ambient cake products across several different categories including celebration cakes, mini rolls, mince pies, fruit pies and a wide range of chilled desserts including cheesecake, crumbles and sponge cakes. These include mince pies, celebration cakes, slab cakes, cupcakes and many more!

They are passionate about their products and aim to put the customer at the heart of everything they do.

With recent investment and acquisitions taking them to nearly 1,400 direct employees, this is an exciting time to join! They are continually looking to grow, but can only do that with exceptional talent across all levels and disciplines of the business. That is where you come into it!

On top of making some delicious cakes and desserts, they do a lot of fun stuff too! Whether that be Christmas fun days, pancake-flipping competitions, Red Nose Day events or odd-sock days, you’ll be coming to work smiling.

What benefits do they offer?

Financial

· Salary between £42,880 - £48,880 depending on experience

· 4x Life Assurance/Death in Service Benefit

· Access to the company Benefits Hub

· Access to ‘Company Shop’ – a discounted re-distributor of surplus food and household products

Health & Wellbeing

· 25 days holiday per annum (plus statutory holidays)

· 24/7 Access to a GP

· 24/7 Bereavement Support

Personal & Professional Development

· Dedicated in-house Learning & Development/Training team

· Online training platform with access to 100+ training courses

A few other bits

· Quarterly and Yearly Awards – recognising those who have gone above and beyond!

· Free on-site parking

· Free refreshments

Job Title: Energy Regulatory and Compliance Manager

Salary: Up to £50k (DOE)

Location: Lytham St Annes

Benefits:

Annual Contribution towards Fitness Memberships
Sick Pay Scheme
Private Healthcare Benefits
Company Pension Plan
Access to Cycle to Work Scheme
Recognition for Long Service
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including Health Support and Mental Health First Aid
Complimentary Refreshments & Breakfast
Injury Prevention and Treatment at Motion Injury Clinic
Dedicated Volunteering Days
Hybrid
25 days Holiday + Bank holidays + Birthday off and rising up to 30 days!

Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role within a small Energy Supplier.
Understanding of the legal and regulatory framework affecting the electricity and gas market, from a supplier perspective.
Familiarity with electricity and gas business processes, including industry codes and agreements.
Proficiency in the business processes and IT systems of the electricity and gas market.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organisational and time management abilities.
Self-motivated and adaptable with a willingness to learn.
Computer literacy including Excel, Word, and proficiency in both Mac and Windows OS.
Experience in both independent work and collaborative team environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate and ensure compliance risks and controls within the business are effective.
Respond to industry body requests and support external audits.
Provide summarised updates on industry issues for senior management.
Identify, propose, and influence regulatory changes.
Develop documentation for tender submissions and additional policy requirements.
Assist in project support and ISO standard compliance.
Assess and address compliance issues and incidents.
Offer feedback to improve compliance performance.
Assist in developing compliance monitoring tools.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply and Shiloh will be in touch. #CPprofessional

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Summary

Job Description for Assurance Leader:

There's never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you'll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.

We're an organisation that's here to experiment and push the limits of what's possible. So, if you're keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.

The role will provide confidence as to whether NNL is operating in a legal and compliant manner, meeting its regulatory and stakeholder requirements in the topic areas of technical, engineering, design, management systems, project management, corporate governance, risk management, finance, procurement and commercial. It will do so by carrying out 3rd line oversight of the company's internal controls processes and the 1st and 2nd line assurance activities implemented by NNL.

The location for this role is flexible and can be based at Sellafield, Workington, Preston or Risley.

Main Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities for Assurance Leader:

• Maintain an understanding of NNL's operations and how they relate to the NNL mission, particularly in relation to those within their topic area, to provide a firm basis for interventions (i.e. audits).
• Maintain an understanding of future regulatory changes in the topic field covered by the remit of the role in order to advise the Board on the impact of these changes on NNL's reporting and internal controls.
• Understand the business risk profile using both formal risk registers and any other available internal and external information, prioritising this information to provide input to the annual Independent Assurance) work programme to plan the work for the area and set the scope of interventions.
• Gather evidence of business compliance with their processes and requirements using a range of tools and techniques and prepare reports highlighting areas of good practice and areas of lack of compliance and concern.
• Undertake specific investigations / interventions relating to the topic area covered by the remit of the role on request of the Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee (ARAC) or the Board and report back to the ARAC/Board on the outcome of such assessments. Undertake periodic effectiveness reviews on Board related improvements as required.
• Report on assurance outcomes (findings) against risk areas visited and devise suitable recommendations to enable process owners toto address these, driving positive behaviours and continual improvements. Recording the reports and findings on the company database.
• Monitor their progress against the Independent Assurance team programme to ensure that the agreed areas are covered on schedule and to appropriate depth.
• Directly influencing Board members, Executive Directors, leaders and senior managers towards mature assurance on a 1:1 basis and through feedback of intervention findings.,
• Review of external audit / intervention reports to provide ongoing oversight and challenge in order to assure NNL's close out of external non-compliances or non-conformities.
• Upkeep and control of any maintained documentation e.g,. procedures and instructions relevant to their area of responsibility to ensure that documentation is current and in-date.
• Oversee any training materials for their topic area to ensure that training is in line with best practice and company procedures.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to any potential new assurance resources required for succession planning with the Independent Assurance team as a subject matter expert for their area of responsibility in order to create healthy turnover within the team.

Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria for Assurance Leader:

• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Qualifications:

• Graduate or equivalent with extensive experience of working within a regulated industry. Experience in auditing or working within relevant topic areas is preferred. This includes but is not limited to science, engineering, project management/delivery, Finance, procurement, commercial.
• It is required to be either a member, or working towards membership of a professional institution.

Experience:

• Using, implementing or assuring business processes relating to risk management, corporate governance and internal controls.
• Experience of operating, influencing and building effective working relationships with senior management.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, both face-to-face and in writing, including the ability to communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly and influence senior stakeholders up to Board level. This should be supported by strong report writing skills.
• Organisation and planning skills with the ability to deal effectively with both short term and long term work.
• Understanding of internal and external requirements relating to the topic area, including Government Functional Standards as appropriate.

Desirable Criteria for Assurance leader:

• Understanding of risk management and governance best practice.
• Ability to develop relationships with key stakeholders including external partnerships with government bodies although support will be provided to build on existing NNL relationships.
• Experience of operating in a project delivery/technical organisation
• Desirable - A member or working towards membership of IIA, ICAEW, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAS or equivalent.