Total 267 Human Resources job vacancies in Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9RU

Employee Experience Partner (D&I and Wellbeing)
c.£65,000 per annum
Bedford
Permanent
Hybrid Working

Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as an Employee Experience Partner (D&I and Wellbeing). This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact by developing and executing comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) initiatives, designing and implementing wellbeing programs, and leading efforts to embed inclusive practices across all aspects of recruitment, training, and development.

You’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping people across the UK improve their financial wellbeing.

Role Overview
The Employee Experience Partner (D&I and Wellbeing) will report directly to Head of Employee Engagement and HR Advice. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Plan: Develop and execute comprehensive D&I initiatives that align with our values and help achieve our business goals. This includes creating policies, programmes, and practices that promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Employee Wellbeing Programs: Design and implement wellbeing programs that address financial, physical, mental, and emotional health. This includes initiatives such as implementing the financial wellbeing pledge, wellness workshops, mental health support, and work-life balance strategies with a focus on hybrid working practices and remote workers.
• Training and Development: Procure and implement training programmes on diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing to educate and empower employees at all levels.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilise data to assess the effectiveness of D&I and wellbeing initiatives, providing regular reports and insights to senior leaders including the Executive Team and the MaPS Board.
• Collaboration: Work closely with HR, leaders, and colleague network groups to ensure alignment and integration of D&I and wellbeing initiatives across the organisation.
• Colleague Network Groups: Lead and support the work of the colleague network groups, ensuring these groups are empowered to contribute to the organisation’s D&I and wellbeing goals.
• Embedding Inclusion: Lead efforts to embed inclusion across all aspects of recruitment, training, and development. Ensure that inclusive practices are integrated into hiring processes, onboarding, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Partnerships: Build strong partnerships with leaders, colleague network chairs, and other key stakeholders to drive D&I and wellbeing initiatives. Facilitate regular meetings and forums to ensure ongoing dialogue and collaboration.
• Pay Gap Reporting: Lead the preparation and publication of gender pay gap reports, disability pay gap reports, and ethnicity pay gap reports. Analyse the data to identify trends and areas for improvement and develop action plans to address any disparities.
• Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure all initiatives comply with relevant legislation and reflect best practices in the field.

Skills and Experience Required

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate:

• A proven track record in developing, implementing and evaluating D&I and wellbeing programmes.
• Evidence of a deep understanding of diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing principles and best practices and how to harness them to enhance delivery of business goals.
• Familiarity with relevant Equality legislation and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrable strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Training and facilitation skills to deliver impactful learning experiences.
• Experience of managing budgets.

• About Us
  The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.

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

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

  Our Inclusive Working Environment
  By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

  Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health, ethnicity, and diversity.

  What We Offer

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

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

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

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

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Please apply with your most updated CV as well a cover letter no longer than a page highlighting the reasons why you are suitable to the role.

Job Reference: MaPS00730
Close Date: 10th December 2024

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

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

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

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Please apply with your most updated CV as well a cover letter no longer than a page highlighting the reasons why you are suitable to the role.

Job Reference: MaPS00730
Close Date: 10th December 2024

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A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Registered Nurse to work in an exceptional care home based in the Bedford, Bedfordshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is a warm & friendly care home located near Bedford designed to cater to the varying and individual needs of all residents

**To be considered for this position you must be qualified as a Registered Nurse with a current active NMC Pin**

As a Nurse your key duties include:
• Responsible for high standards of care by undertaking accurate assessment and planning of care, delivery and ongoing evaluation of care plans, together with appropriate hand-over, to ensure all residents’ needs are continuously met
• Act at all times in line with NMC Code of Professional Conduct & maintain registration requirements
• Responsible for the effective deployment and supervision of staff within the care team, ensuring all tasks are completed during the period of duty and residents receive required care
• Undertake nursing tasks including distribution of medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions
• Provide staff support, demonstration and instruction of care activities, particularly in relation to the induction and mentoring of new staff
• Contribute to and attend staff meetings and training sessions
• Liaise with health and social care professionals involved in the wellbeing of individual residents to maintain a holistic approach to their care

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
• Good Nursing Experience
• Excellent Clinical Skills
• Able to write Care Plans
• Able to show Empathy and warmth
• Able to carry out general nursing tasks such as Peg feeding, wound care, phlebotomy etc.
• Able to show a can-do attitude always

The successful Nurse will receive an excellent salary of £19.00 per hour and the annual salary is up to £43,472 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available. In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive the following generous benefits:
• Free DBS Check and reimbursement for Annual Nurse RGN PIN Registration cost
• Free Parking
• Paid Breaks
• A rewarding job with exciting opportunities for career progression
• Enhanced Bank Holiday rates at Christmas and New Year at Double time, all other bank holiday paid at Time and a Half
• Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications
• Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme
• Pension Contributions & a range of excellent discounts for shops, restaurants, days out & more.
• Free Uniform
• Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

Reference ID: 6494
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 01216380567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk

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Our WhatsApp number is - 07856209032

Registered Nurse - Hitchin, Bedfordshire
Salary: £19.00 per hour + Excellent Benefits
Contract: Days or Nights Available | 37.5 Hours per Week (Includes Weekend Shifts)

Time Recruitment is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a well-regarded and expanding care group, operating over 40 care homes nationwide. This organization is not just about care-they're a family with ambitious growth plans, making this an exciting time to join their team!

About the Role
As a Registered Nurse, you'll collaborate closely with an experienced Home Manager and Deputy Manager, both dedicated to providing exceptional care. This 75-bed nursing home is divided into four units:

2 Residential Units
2 Nursing Units (38 nursing beds in total)

Key Requirements for the Registered Nurse Include:
NMC Registration and a valid PIN.
RGN Qualification (Adult Nurse).
Strong teamwork and the ability to work independently.
Dedication to delivering patient-centered care with a sound understanding of recovery models.

Benefits for the Registered Nurse include:
Free DBS Check and reimbursement for annual NMC PIN renewal.
Paid Breaks.
Free Parking and a Free Uniform.
Enhanced rates for bank holidays:
Double time at Christmas and New Year.
Time and a Half on all other bank holidays.
Access to bespoke induction training, ongoing development, and nationally recognized qualifications.
Career progression opportunities in a rewarding environment.
Refer-a-friend bonus and resident bonus schemes (terms apply).
Pension Contributions and exclusive discounts for shopping, dining, and leisure activities.
Annual staff awards celebrating excellence across all homes.

How to Apply
For more details on this role, contact Amanda at Time Recruitment, or click Apply Below to take the next step in your nursing career.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and self-motivated Teacher of Religious Education to join our client school's wonderful Humanities department. Our client is seeking a teacher with enthusiasm and passion for Religious Studies, who will be required to teach across KS3, KS4, and KS5 to a diverse range of student abilities.

Our client school is proud of the unrivalled educational experience they offer. You will benefit from forward-thinking and supportive leadership, an encouraging and enthusiastic staff body, and enterprising students. The academy boasts state-of-the-art facilities, fit for all your teaching needs.
If you want to grow and develop in a fast-paced, dynamic, and successful academy, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Duties

• Develop, plan, and deliver effective and high-quality learning experiences to all students.
• Be an aspirational professional who is enthusiastic, influential, and committed to working in pursuit of success for the academy and its learners.
• Set high expectations for all pupils, deepen their knowledge and understanding, and maximize their achievement.
• Assess pupils' work systematically and use the results to inform future planning, teaching, and curricular development.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (ability to teach KS5 is admirable).
• A 'can do' attitude and a commitment to inclusive education.
• Good behaviour management skills and a solid understanding of the Religious Studies curriculum for KS3 and KS4.
• Resilience, hard work, and experience in a diverse, fast-paced, multi-cultural school with good behaviour management.
• Ability to deliver high-quality lessons, evaluate their impact, and develop future planning accordingly.
• Alignment with the school's vision and values.
• Alignment with the school's approach to teaching and learning
• Excellent communication and team-working skills.
• Passion, creativity, and energy towards your subject area and educating young people.

Join our client school and be part of a community that values education and strives for excellence. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of their students!

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We are delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a talented and self-motivated Teacher of English to join our client school's dynamic department. Our client is particularly searching for a teacher who is an outstanding, reflective, and creative classroom practitioner with the ability to inspire enthusiasm for the subject beyond the classroom.

Our client school seeks a teacher who can bring stimulating and engaging experiences to their students, challenging them to exceed their expectations and supporting them to become lifelong learners.This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed, friendly, and professional team of teachers providing a transformational quality of education to the pupils in a thriving school. The school values aspiration, endeavour, and respect, underpinned by high expectations and drive in everything they do. They have a powerful culture that is warm but strict, based on clear routines, systems, and structures. As a result, teachers enjoy their teaching with impeccable behaviour in lessons and hardworking, highly motivated pupils.

Joining our client school as a Teacher of English is a fantastic opportunity to be part of their story - providing transformational experiences for thousands of pupils, developing staff to be the very best they can be, and influencing the wider system by demonstrating first-hand what is achievable.

Key Duties

• Develop, plan, and deliver effective and high-quality learning experiences to all students.
• Be an aspirational professional who is enthusiastic, influential, and committed to working in pursuit of success for the academy and its learners.
• Set high expectations for all pupils, deepen their knowledge and understanding, and maximise their achievement.
• Assess pupils' work systematically and use the results to inform future planning, teaching, and curricular development.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Qualified teacher status and experience delivering excellent English lessons.
• A willingness and commitment to developing and sharing outstanding teaching practice.
• The ability to work in partnership with students, parents, staff, academy council, and the wider community.
• A demonstrable commitment to inclusive teaching and learning.
• The appropriate motivation to work with young people.
• The ability to use data to inform target setting and planning.

Join our client school and be part of a community that values education and strives for excellence. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of their students!

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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Vehicle Technician - Ipswich
Salary: £35,000 + OTE £42,000, plus bonus and overtime available
Working Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5.30pm, contractual 1 in 2 Sat mornings
Ref:OC18900

Would you like to work for a company that prides itself in staff progression, retention, and further training, a company that looks after their staff with great salaries and bonuses

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Vehicle Technician to join our client's main dealership in Ipswich.

The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician as my client is never short on work and can offer a market leading commission scheme! This position requires a strong understanding of automotive systems and the ability to use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex problems. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cars and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Company Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days after three years' continuous service.
• Accredited training
• Onsite parking
• Employee discount across all Group companies, including special offers.

Vehicle Technician Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair vehicle problems, including engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Keep accurate records of all work performed and parts used.
• Communicate with customers about vehicle issues and repair recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Keep up to date with the latest automotive technology and repair techniques.

Vehicle Technician Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Repair or equivalent.
• At least 1 years of experience as a vehicle technician.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and software.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement. If you are a skilled and dedicated vehicle technician who is passionate about vehicles and committed to delivering high-quality work, please submit your resume for consideration.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Consultant: Maaria Munir

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Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

An exciting opportunity for an Interim HR Change Manager. Our public sector client is seeking an experienced Interim HR Change Manager to lead the implementation of the People Services review. This role focusses on high-impact, cost-effective change to ensure alignment with future needs and financial constraints.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Implementation:
  Drive the People Services review, focusing on impactful and cost-effective solutions.
• Project Planning:
  Develop and deliver a clear, actionable project plan with defined milestones and deliverables based on the review's recommendations.
• Process Improvement:
  Streamline recruitment and employee relations processes, reducing manual interventions and improving response times.
• Streamline policies, procedures, and systems to reduce bureaucratic processes and improve service delivery.
• Digitisation:
  Launch the digitisation of key manual processes, reducing paper-based forms and automating workflows.
• System Utilisation:
  Ensure full utilisation of the iTrent HR system, including setting up self-service functionalities for line managers to reduce the burden on HR staff.
• Use a Stop-Start-Continue framework to identify and reduce low-value activities, focusing on high-impact practices.
• Conduct an efficiency review to eliminate non-value-adding tasks, allowing employees to focus on priority activities.
• Develop and execute a communication plan with engagement sessions for key stakeholders, ensuring support for transformation initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience in an HR change management role within the public sector.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• You will ideally be MCIPD Qualified or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in using HR systems, iTrent would be advantageous.

What you need to do now
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Are you looking to build a rewarding career in a dynamic and professional environment? Our client, a respected wealth management firm, is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant to support their financial services team.

Administrative Assistant
Bedford, MK40 3JY – home working options 1-2 days per week depending on rota (after probation)

• Full time, permanent
• £25,000 per annum

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is a leading wealth management business known for its professionalism and dedication to client service. They pride themselves on delivering tailored financial solutions to help clients achieve their goals. With a collaborative and supportive team culture, they are committed to staff development and excellence in every aspect of their work.

The Role

This dual-focused role involves providing dedicated administrative support to one of the Wealth Managers while ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the office. It’s an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide general administrative support, including filing, scanning, and basic letter writing
• Update and maintain records such as databases, product applications, and client reviews
• Prepare documents, information packs, system reports, and draft letters
• Liaise with policy providers, clients, and IT support
• Print and bind letters/reports as required
• Handle general reception duties, including greeting visitors, answering telephones, and sorting posts

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

• Pension matched up to 5%
• Work-from-home options (1–2 days per week after probation)
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday
• On-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Opportunities for career development and professional training

The Ideal Candidate

You’re an organised, detail-orientated individual who can take initiative and work efficiently. Your ability to manage time-consuming tasks with care and precision will make you a key contributor to the team’s success. About you:

• Exceptional communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in IT systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and provider platforms
• Professional appearance and demeanour
• A confidential and discrete approach to handling sensitive information
• Keen attention to detail with high accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and methodical

If you’re ready to advance your career in financial services, this is your chance to join a friendly and professional team. Apply today!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Flat Fee Recruiter is an advertising agency promoting this role on behalf of the employer. You will be contacted directly by the employer and not Flat Fee Recruiter should they wish to move forward with your application.

Other suitable skills and experience include Administrator, Office Assistant, Client Services Administrator, Finance Assistant, Receptionist, Personal Assistant, Data Entry Clerk, Administrative Coordinator, Customer Service Assistant, Team Secretary.

A market-leading £1 billion UK manufacturing and distribution group is looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to join their dynamic team in Luton. You will be pivotal in driving sales through strategic marketing and promotional efforts, focusing on developing key accounts for long-term success. This is an exciting hybrid role where you'll split your time between internal sales (3 days per week) and external client visits (2 days per week).

The business you'll be joining is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical and lighting products belonging to a global group of companies who employ over 1,700 people throughout the UK. They are a well-established business with a fantastic reputation and are a key supplier to the UK electrical wholesale and electrical contractor market.

Role Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy Development: Create and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to meet business objectives and sales forecasts within the trade channel. Focus on key customer groups and initiatives like new product launches, market trends, promotions, and competitor activity to maximise opportunities.
• Promotional Campaign Management: Lead and execute promotional campaigns, ensuring effective follow-up sales activities.
• Account Management & Growth: Build and maintain strong relationships with both existing and new key customer accounts. Work closely with these customers to identify their needs and opportunities for mutually beneficial, profitable growth.
• Forecasting & Reporting: Accurately forecast and plan sales activity, reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress and meet targets.
• Internal Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments to ensure seamless communication and support across all areas of the business, ensuring alignment with overall company goals.

Rewards

As a Business Development Manager, you will receive:

• A starting salary between £35,000 - £45,000
• An uncapped profit share bonus
• A package including a company car, laptop and mobile phone
• Training and ongoing support
• Membership of the company's excellent pension scheme
• Opportunities to progress with the business and wider group

Requirements

To be successful in this Business Development Manager role, you should have:

• 2-5 years of experience within an external sales role with responsibility for wholesale and contractor accounts
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Self-motivation and a proactive attitude
• The ability to work independently, manage your own schedule, and prioritise tasks effectively
• A full UK driving licence

Think you have what it takes? Apply today to find out more!

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: HR Specialist Total Rewards

The Human Resources Specialist (Strategic Business Partner) applies a wide range of HR concepts, principles, laws, regulations, and practices, to include OPM requirements, VHA specific policy and labor organization agreements for Title 5, Hybrid T38 and full Title 38 positions. Human Resources Specialist provides custom recruitment strategies and consultative services based upon occupational knowledge of current local and regional market area, and resolves difficult and controversial internal and external staffing and placement problems. Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluates applications and resumes using Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and Veterans Administration (VA) qualification standards, verifies eligibility, and rates and ranks applicants;
• Processes a variety of requests for personnel action to fill a variety of positions;
• Provides technical advice and assistance to the HR staff and management officials in all areas of staffing and recruitment, including priority placement, direct hiring, special hiring authorities, etc.;
• Advises and consults on targeted recruitment strategies and non-traditional recruitment opportunities specific to the local and regional market area, such as conducting targeted job fairs and community outreach, utilizing social media, planning recruitment campaigns, etc.;
• Consults on a variety of factor in the recruitment process, such as position management and organizational design; pay administration for Title 5, Title 38, and Hybrid employees; VetPro Credentialing; position descriptions, functional statements, scopes of practice; and job analysis;
• Evaluates trends in missions, technology, manpower, fiscal resources, and other factors influencing future needs;
• Applies quantitative and qualitative data to advise local, regional and national leadership in regard to recruitment trends, such as providing data in annual workforce planning cycles and advanced recruitment strategies; and
• Recommends strategies for overcoming employment barriers;
• Completes a variety of difficult and complex work assignments to provide consultative services to HR staff and Service Chiefs at Network facilities on technical matters which involve recruitment decisions, and pay related issues such as pay responding to employee inquiries, initiating recruitment incentives, LEAF requests, and SLRP packages;
• Conducts detailed planning to gather and interpret information and data for assessing complex staffing problems, issues and unusual circumstances such as Equal Opportunity Employment (EEO) data gathering, Labor Partnership Council, Congressional Inquiries, and Awards Board related activities.

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday; Tour of duty will be set between 6:30am - 5:00pm EST.
Compressed/Flexible: May be authorized at supervisory discretion.
Telework: Some limited telework may be authorized at supervisory discretion.
Position Description/PD#: Human Resources Specialist (Strategic Business Partner)/PD99678S, PD99989S, and PD99677S
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

• This position is not a Bargaining Unit position.
• This position is covered by locality pay.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• This position is in the Competitive Service.
• Time-in-Grade Restriction: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. The grade may have been in any occupation but must have been held in the Federal service.
• Employee must meet requirements by the closing date of this posting.
• On-site presence is required for this position.

Starting at $77,362 Per Year (GS 9-12)

Job Title: Insights & Analysis - Business Analyst -EPM
AstraZeneca is in a period of strong growth and our employees have a united purpose to make a difference to patients around the world who need both our medicines and the ongoing developments from our science. The ambition, size and complexity of the organisation, coupled with the opportunities afforded by new technology, has led the Board to approve a large-scale transformation programme - Axial.Axial will be powered by S/4HANA a new Enterprise Resource Planning system which will be implemented across the organisation. We will be transforming the way we work through our entire supply chain, from bench to patient.
The new system will be used by more than 20,000 employees daily and will be central to most core business processes. This is a once in a generation programme for AstraZeneca and will shape our ways of working globally.
The Axial Insights & Analysis team is leading the roadmap and delivery of analytics and AI delivery from an end-user perspective.
What you will do:

• Collaborate with multiple business teams and senior leaders within Finance groups, to gather requirements, existing challenges and business opportunities. This will involve proactively running workshops, interviews, surveys etc.
• Produce demo material and art of the possible material to give our users and stakeholders a vision of the future.
• Work with IT and business teams to stress test our architectural assumptions.
• Lead the integration of analytics and AI into business processes, where possible automating decision making.
• Be engaged in data management work such as: design of an analytics catalogue, promoting data literacy, participating in analytics governance forums and being the champion for citizen data services.
• Prepare material, tools, sample data, and processes for Fit-2-Standard workshops.
• Contribute to the analytics and AI operating model.
• Identify learning and development needs.

Essential Qualifications:

• Strong business analysis experience and knowledge of analytics
• Clear communications
• Strong stakeholder experience required in engaging internal & external stakeholders
• Considerable exposure to ECC finance reporting especially in CCA PCA CO-PA PS
• Experience in one or more full S/4 HANA implementation cycles
• Experience in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) reporting Stories
• Experience in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning use

Technical or configurations skills are not required for this position. It is a hands-off role involving no technical configuration.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in other Financial planning tools like SAP BPC ,Hyperion, Anaplan and business planning cycle of long-term planning & mid-term planning
• Jira
• Bio-Tech, Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences experience

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, enabling us to proactively take initiatives, speak up and see first-hand the difference we've made. We are trusted and empowered to be creative, solving problems by taking risks with science as our guardrail. We embrace continuous change and improvement, encouraged to think differently and develop game-changing ideas. We are fundamentally changing the way cancer is treated through innovation.

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Are you a dynamic, sales-driven individual looking for the opportunity to lead a successful branch in the electrical distribution industry? A market leader in this sector is looking for a Branch Manager to run their Bedford location. Enjoy a competitive salary of up to £50,000, alongside a performance-based bonus, and make your mark within a leading business group known for its commitment to quality and customer service.

The Opportunity

The business you'll be joining supplies electrical installation products to electrical contractors and associated trades and industries from their network of over 250 UK locations. They offer a wide range of high quality and cost-effective branded products sourced from the world's leading manufacturers.

As a Branch Manager, you'll join an esteemed network of electrical wholesale branches that are continually expanding through their exceptional service and client-centric approach. This role offers you the unique opportunity to run your branch with a high level of autonomy, covering everything from stock management to staffing and sales strategies. You'll be empowered to build and foster long-lasting relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues alike while driving the success of your own operation.

Key Responsibilities

In this Branch Manager role, you will:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers
• Oversee the entire business operations of the branch, including managing budgets, staff, logistics, and sales
• Set and work towards achieving financial and operational targets
• Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and enhancing service offerings
• Ensure top-tier customer service to meet and exceed client expectations

Requirements

To be successful in this Branch Manager role, you should be:

• From a strong electrical wholesale background with experience in branch management or B2B sales
• Knowledgeable of the local Bedford area and customer landscape
• A skilled negotiator, able to spot and act on new business opportunities
• Proactive, with a proven track record in developing supplier and customer relationships
• An entrepreneur who is not afraid to take calculated business risks and try new techniques or product ranges

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary between £45,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Benefits package including company car, mobile phone, and laptop
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Comprehensive in-house and external training programmes to ensure that you stay at the top of your game
• Training and ongoing professional development opportunities

If you're ready to take on the challenge of running your own branch and creating a positive impact in a reputable company, apply today to find out more.

This firm is growing! As they continue to grow, they want someone to not only get the work done, but embrace the new technology and efficiencies that the accountancy world now brings. You will be someone to help propel this growth, a self-starter, someone that is passionate, dedicated, and motivated, who will strive to want more and progress their career even further.You will be provided with transparent future career progression and goals from the start, and as they grow, you'll grow with them.

* Manage a portfolio of clients independently
* Managing a member of the team, reviewing their work, and ensuring work is completed to the required standards and timelines.
* Assisting with the onboarding of new clients and continued growth of the firm.
* Meeting with clients to address tax planning strategies and provide professional advice.

* ACCA/ACA qualified, finalists considered.
* Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in a public accountancy practice.
* Experience managing and reviewing junior team members.
* Experience of TaxCalc preferrable but not required.
* Experience of Xero and Dext.
* Organised, proactive, self-motivated, hungry to learn and progress.

This is a friendly, young, fun driven team. They are proactive, with a supportive atmosphere with strong career progression and future goals.
This firm are experiencing growth because of the great work that they do, and need someone to help support the growth, and help push this growth even further.
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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Warehouse Shift Leader - Biggleswade - £23,887

Own transport required

Retail and Asset Solutions are looking for a warehouse team captain to join our supply chain team on a full-time permanent basis. As a warehouse team captain, you will be responsible for achieving daily auditing targets by checking the accuracy of pallets and cages of stock, before they leave the warehouse, to ensure they meet the delivery requests and no errors have been made.

You will be required to:

• Manage stock accuracy levels within the depot and stock loaded into trailers against drivers' paperwork and check the accuracy of incoming deliveries.
• Delivery Checker's will be confident in their ability to add and subtract without the use of a calculator
• Able to actively respond to both verbal instructions and audible warning devices
• The ability to communicate well, both written and verbally
• Ensure your own and the team's KPI's are met
• Perform and document weekly supervision with each team member
• Monitor audit data to provide performance feedback to each team member regarding
• output and error rates
• Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

The Position

• This is a full-time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Biggleswade
• Rate of pay: £23,887 per annum
• Shift patterns: 5 days out of 7 - 8-hour shift between: 11pm-11am +0.50p per hour night allowance
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Working Environment: Chilled
• Own transport required

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Warehouse Stock Auditor - Biggleswade - £22,405

Own transport required

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Biggleswade
• Rate of pay: £22,405 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7 - 8-hour shifts between 10pm-8am +0.50p per hour night allowance
• Working Environment - Chilled
• Own transport required

A day in the life of a Warehouse Operative

As a Warehouse Operative, you will work as part of a dynamic and supportive team in what can be described as a fast-paced and target driven environment to ensure the stock entering or leaving the depot is accurate.

Our activities vary, so often, you may be required to work across multiple different workstreams such as Goods Inbound checks, Picker Accuracy audits and Load Adherence checks most of which require periods of manual handling.

Job activities

• Audit the Inbound accuracy of supplier deliveries on the GFR program.
• Audit Picker accuracy of stock destined for stores and fully investigate all errors found.
• Adhere to agreed audit and error verification procedures at all times.
• Maintain integrity at all times.
• Ensure the expected productivity levels are achieved, in line with customer expectations.
• Review daily targets in line with customer expectations.

RAS Benefits

• Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
• Regular overtime is available
• Free onsite parking & subsidised canteen
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Recognition Awards and Incentives
• Genuine career progression
• Refer a friend bonus

Job specifics

• Able to actively respond to both verbal instructions and audible warning devices
• The ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

About RAS

Retail & Asset Solutions are an innovative and market-leading organisation providing audit services to some of the UK and Europe's largest Food, DIY and Apparel retailers. We engage, listen and work with our customers in a way they can trust, often operating as an extension of their own teams to deliver value-added business.

At RAS Supply Chain we have developed specialised expertise in supply chain assurance services. This helps retailers track and verify goods received from suppliers by checking pick and compliance accuracy, as well as easily integrating with customer IT systems to provide real-time management information.

As leaders in innovation, we embrace new technologies and concepts. We were the first company to use barcode scanning with bespoke reporting, and we were also the first to implement wireless RF data transmission. In the Supply Chain field we are the only organisation providing the end-to-end GFR service to retailers and suppliers. In our ongoing quest for innovation, we continue to research and develop solutions by working collaboratively with our customers and by identifying opportunities to drive sales and combat loss.

With approximately 3,500 employees, we have the largest pool of multi-skilled retail trained colleagues located throughout the UK and Ireland. We also have a fleet of over 70 minibuses ready to deliver count teams to any site in the UK, enabling us to deliver greater consistency in personnel and performance.

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.