Total 59 Director/C-Level Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Bermondsey, South East London

We are looking for a results-driven and strategic Business Director to lead our Enzyme Products division within the animal feed industry. This role will focus on developing and executing growth strategies, expanding market presence, and establishing strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in enzyme applications in animal nutrition and a keen understanding of the feed industry landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the business strategy for enzyme products targeted at the feed industry, with an emphasis on growth, market share expansion, and competitive positioning.
• Market Development: Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for enzyme products in animal nutrition, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and sustainability.
• Business Development: Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key feed industry stakeholders, including feed mills, producers, and distributors; drive strategic partnerships and identify growth opportunities.
• Product Management: Collaborate with R&D and Product teams to ensure enzyme products meet industry standards, customer needs, and regulatory requirements.
• Sales & Revenue Growth: Set and achieve ambitious sales targets, working closely with Sales and Marketing to drive customer engagement and product adoption in the feed market.
• Customer Engagement: Stay attuned to the evolving needs of customers in the animal feed industry; serve as a bridge between customers and R&D for feedback on product performance and innovation needs.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team dedicated to achieving business goals in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Animal Science, Nutrition, Biotechnology, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in agribusiness, animal nutrition, or feed industry, with a focus on enzyme or biotech products.
• Proven track record in business development, strategic planning, and leadership in the feed or biotech industry.
• In-depth understanding of enzyme applications in feed, nutritional requirements, and feed industry regulations.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

The Director of Strategy supports the development of cross-cutting NHS strategy, leads and oversees specific strategic reviews and helps identify what the NHS needs to address its future opportunities and challenges. The postholder will require the following skills and capabilities: A demonstrable commitment to the development of national healthcare strategy including putting patients at the heart of the NHS and improving their health outcomes and care. Extensive senior experience of strategy development in a politically sensitive and complex area, ideally at a national service level, in the public sector and in the health and care sector Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including qualitative and quantitative skills. The ability to develop an effective strategic overview of a large, complex, public facing, delivery system and systematically identify and evaluate strategic options for its improvement The credibility and authority to provide personal strategic counsel to the organisations most senior leaders and personally lead on special projects where required A proven track record of building strong strategy teams with high professional standards including an ability to coach and manage others and oversee and prioritise a large and complex portfolio of work Excellent influencing skills and a track record of working collaboratively in a large and complex organisation with a diverse range of internal teams and external partners The ability to bring rigorous but supportive challenge to strategy development with colleagues and partners, ensuring difficult trade-offs are identified and resolved whilst also building deep and collaborative partnerships. Ability to build strong networks within the health system, including Government Departments, particularly DHSC, frontline NHS organisations, other statutory bodies, patient groups, voluntary organisations, think tanks and industry.High personal resilience, a positive and solutions focussed attitude, and a commitment to the values of the NHS including an appropriate emphasis on equality, diversity and inclusion. We have flexible workingpolicies andwould be happy to discuss flexible working requirements with any candidates. If you would like to find out more about this role,please read the detailed job description and / or contact england.stratsupport@nhs.net.

We are recruiting a Director of Strategy to lead the NHS England (NHSE) Strategy Team at a vital time for shaping the future direction of the NHS.

The team works collaboratively across the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), NHSE and the NHS frontline to shape the strategy of the NHS in England and deliver high quality strategy projects that help solve the key challenges faced by the service.

Key responsibilities include:
• Supporting the NHSE Chief Executive and the Board to develop medium and long term NHS strategy, working closely with partners across the NHS. There is an immediate focus on working with developing, and then operationalising, the 10 Year Plan for Health.
• Leading strategic reviews of specific services or policies, in partnership with responsible teams in NHS England, DHSC and NHS delivery organisations. Recent examples include the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan, a review of productivity and efficiency across the NHS, a Long Term Infrastructure Strategy and the Fuller Stocktake of integrated primary care
• Leading the strategy profession across NHS England and the wider NHS.

As a Director you would:
• Provide top-level leadership for a dynamic team at the heart of decision-making in NHS England, coaching and developing team members and supporting the development of strategy skills across NHS England and the wider NHS
• Oversee and lead strategic reviews to develop solutions that result in better health outcomes quality of care and value for money
• Own and manage senior stakeholder relationships and develop coalitions for change, acting as a trusted adviser to the NHS’s most senior leaders

You will have extensive senior experience of developing strategy in a large and complex organisation working in a politically sensitive, service delivery, context. You’ll have outstanding problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to oversee complex strategy projects and bring high quality insight to the development of NHS strategy. You will have proven leadership experience and a well developed track record of working in deep and effective partnership with a range of different partners.

The role offers a stimulating and rewarding opportunity to work at a very senior level in the national NHS and use your leadership, strategic and analytical skills to contribute to a stronger service. If you are excited by the prospect of working to solve some of the most significant challenges in the health and care system, we would like to hear from you.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

The Director of Strategy supports the development of cross-cutting NHS strategy, leads and oversees specific strategic reviews and helps identify what the NHS needs to address its future opportunities and challenges.

The postholder will require the following skills and capabilities:
• A demonstrable commitment to the development of national healthcare strategy including putting patients at the heart of the NHS and improving their health outcomes and care.
• Extensive senior experience of strategy development in a politically sensitive and complex area, ideally at a national service level, in the public sector and in the health and care sector
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including qualitative and quantitative skills.
• The ability to develop an effective strategic overview of a large, complex, public facing, delivery system and systematically identify and evaluate strategic options for its improvement
• The credibility and authority to provide personal strategic counsel to the organisation’s most senior leaders and personally lead on special projects where required
• A proven track record of building strong strategy teams with high professional standards including an ability to coach and manage others and oversee and prioritise a large and complex portfolio of work
• Excellent influencing skills and a track record of working collaboratively in a large and complex organisation with a diverse range of internal teams and external partners
• The ability to bring rigorous but supportive challenge to strategy development with colleagues and partners, ensuring difficult trade-offs are identified and resolved whilst also building deep and collaborative partnerships.
• Ability to build strong networks within the health system, including Government Departments, particularly DHSC, frontline NHS organisations, other statutory bodies, patient groups, voluntary organisations, think tanks and industry.
High personal resilience, a positive and solutions focussed attitude, and a commitment to the values of the NHS including an appropriate emphasis on equality, diversity and inclusion.

We have flexible working policies and would be happy to discuss flexible working requirements with any candidates.  If you would like to find out more about this role, please read the detailed job description and / or contact england.stratsupport@nhs.net.


This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Nov 2024

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Construction Project Director to lead and oversee complex construction projects from inception to completion. This role requires a visionary leader with extensive construction management experience, financial acumen, and a deep commitment to quality and safety.

The Construction Project Director will play a pivotal role in driving project success, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that each project meets or exceeds expectations on time and within budget.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of project planning, from initial budgeting and scheduling to implementation and completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Provide strategic leadership and foster a culture of collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including contractors, engineers, and subcontractors, to achieve project goals while maintaining a high-performance work environment.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations and standards, while minimizing delays and cost overruns.
• Manage project budgets rigorously by tracking expenses, negotiating contracts, and controlling costs to maximize profitability without compromising quality or safety
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring transparent, effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure that all work meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance by conducting regular site inspections, reviewing plans, and verifying that all requirements are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by ensuring their vision and requirements are met, creating a foundation for repeat business and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in building works, with a preference for HDB experience
• Proven ability to manage teams and meet project timelines
• Strong crisis management skills
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Construction Project Director to lead and oversee complex construction projects from inception to completion. This role requires a visionary leader with extensive construction management experience, financial acumen, and a deep commitment to quality and safety.

The Construction Project Director will play a pivotal role in driving project success, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that each project meets or exceeds expectations on time and within budget.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of project planning, from initial budgeting and scheduling to implementation and completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Provide strategic leadership and foster a culture of collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including contractors, engineers, and subcontractors, to achieve project goals while maintaining a high-performance work environment.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations and standards, while minimizing delays and cost overruns.
• Manage project budgets rigorously by tracking expenses, negotiating contracts, and controlling costs to maximize profitability without compromising quality or safety
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring transparent, effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure that all work meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance by conducting regular site inspections, reviewing plans, and verifying that all requirements are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by ensuring their vision and requirements are met, creating a foundation for repeat business and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in building works, with a preference for HDB experience
• Proven ability to manage teams and meet project timelines
• Strong crisis management skills
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Construction Project Director to lead and oversee complex construction projects from inception to completion. This role requires a visionary leader with extensive construction management experience, financial acumen, and a deep commitment to quality and safety.

The Construction Project Director will play a pivotal role in driving project success, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that each project meets or exceeds expectations on time and within budget.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of project planning, from initial budgeting and scheduling to implementation and completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Provide strategic leadership and foster a culture of collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including contractors, engineers, and subcontractors, to achieve project goals while maintaining a high-performance work environment.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations and standards, while minimizing delays and cost overruns.
• Manage project budgets rigorously by tracking expenses, negotiating contracts, and controlling costs to maximize profitability without compromising quality or safety
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring transparent, effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure that all work meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance by conducting regular site inspections, reviewing plans, and verifying that all requirements are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by ensuring their vision and requirements are met, creating a foundation for repeat business and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in building works, with a preference for HDB experience
• Proven ability to manage teams and meet project timelines
• Strong crisis management skills
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

The Director of Workforce Strategy and Transformation will play a vital leadership role in supporting the Regional Director of Workforce, Training and Education to deliver on the national and regional WT&E objectives.

The Director of Workforce Strategy and Transformation will be a key member of the South East WT&E leadership team and is responsible for delivering the statutory workforce mandated priorities via the annual and medium-term workforce plans agreed nationally and with each ICB.

They will need to ensure the adherence to budgets set for the regional function as well as for the appropriate allocation and use of the delegated funds.

The post holder will be responsible for the effective leadership and management of the teams within the Workforce portfolio; Supply and Innovation, Clinical Professions and Planning and Intelligence.

The Director of Workforce Strategy and Transformation will help to re-shape the workforce landscape in the region, driving forward workforce transformation through working collaboratively with ICBs and Trusts and with other stakeholders locally, regionally and nationally.

The post holder will also need to lead on nationally delegated pieces of work as required.

This is a vital leadership role where the post holder will pro-actively contribute to the delivery of workforce priorities and provide support for local health systems. This role deputises for the RD WT&E in their absence and attends the regional meetings as required.

The Director of Workforce Strategy and Transformation will:
• Lead and manage the Workforce teams in their portfolio
• Work to support the RD WT&E to ensure delivery against key national strategies, such as the NHS Long Term plan, Framework 15, as well as any additional mandates for workforce from government
• Work with other directors and their teams across NHS England both regionally and nationally to deliver on agreed priorities
• Work closely with and lead the workforce teams embedded in ICBs and develop these arrangements with ICBs in the future
• Improve and transform the way that we deliver workforce, training and education across the region, working with the national teams to ensure alignment with central direction
• Ensure effective engagement and communications flows between local, system, regional and national partners
• Demonstrate a clear commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, leading by example
• Provide workforce expertise and SME within NHSE and across the region to ensure key recovery priorities and programmes and delivered effectively

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

Please refer to full job description.

Key Functional Strategic Responsibilities:
• Lead teams to deliver the Workforce, Training and Education strategy and national mandate in line with the operating model and regional business plan
• Deliver on directorate objectives for the South East Region as required
• Ensure that the 3 teams (Workforce Supply and Innovation, Clinical Professions and Workforce Planning and Intelligence) work collaboratively with the other parts of the Workforce, Training and Education Directorate as well as other regional and national directorates to deliver the South East Region objectives.
• Provide strategic professional leadership ensuring regional delivery of the LTWP, addressing concerns around delivery and escalating these as appropriate


This advert closes on Monday 11 Nov 2024

Please refer to full job description. Key Functional Strategic Responsibilities: Lead teams to deliver the Workforce, Training and Education strategy and national mandate in line with the operating model and regional business plan Deliver on directorate objectives for the South East Region as required Ensure that the 3 teams (Workforce Supply and Innovation, Clinical Professions and Workforce Planning and Intelligence) work collaboratively with the other parts of the Workforce, Training and Education Directorate as well as other regional and national directorates to deliver the South East Region objectives. Provide strategic professional leadership ensuring regional delivery of the LTWP, addressing concerns around delivery and escalating these as appropriate

For this vacancy we are using Success Profiles to assess your application, using Behaviours. It is important that through your CV and Statement of Suitability you give evidence and examples of proven experience to deliver against the following criteria: Essential Criteria Excellent leadership skills, and the ability to motivate and develop a diverse finance team. Promoting consistent excellence in the teams output, whilst balancing working at pace to manage a full workload with conflicting short and long-term priorities. Ability to confidently, clearly and credibly influence strategic planning at pace, making an impact at senior levels through excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including building and maintaining broad diverse networks and relationships, especially across Government with HM Treasury and Cabinet Office. Evidence of strategic thinking, excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate current challenges in order to create and contribute to a culture of innovation, risk management and long-term improvement. Using evidence-based strategies to evaluate the full range of options, understand the impacts and get the right solution. Expert understanding of cross-government financial processes. Demonstrable experience of building and maintaining a strong and effective network of collaborative relationships with a range of key senior colleagues. Requirements of the role (e.g. qualifications, licenses and registrations) Essential: Full membership of a professional accountancy body recognised by the CCAB, or CIMA, plus significant post qualification experience Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants). Stage 1: Application & Sift You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on essential criteria, and this will be in the form of: a CV/ Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) a 750 word Statement of Suitability. This should outline how you consider your skills, experience, and knowledge, provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. The CV and Statement of Suitability will be marked together.Unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment. Please do not exceed 750 words. We will not consider any words over and above this number. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2: Interview (success profiles) You will be invited to a (single) remote interview.Behaviours will be tested at interview and this will include a 5-minute presentation, the topic of which will be confirmed prior to the interview. Visual aids will be allowed. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Changing and Improving Seeing the Bigger Picture (Presentation) Interviews will be held week commencing 18 November 2024. Please note, these dates are subject to change. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. If successful you must hold, or be willing to obtain, security clearance to SC level. More information about the vetting process can be foundhere. Please be aware that we cannot make a formal offer until the SCS consultation process that is currently underway in UKHSA is concluded.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The post holder will: Proactively support the Chief Executive Officer in delivering all of their responsibilities across their portfolio of work at the Trust Act as a first point of contact for the Executive team, key stakeholders such as NHS England (both Nationally and Regionally), other Health partners and Local Government, patient/service users, MPs, and Councillors Prioritise incoming issues, correspondence and concerns addressed to the Chair, which will include those of a sensitive and highly confidential nature, determining the appropriate course of action, referral or response Lead on specific pieces of work, projects and workstreams Be responsible for ensuring the Chief Executive Officer is prepared for upcoming meetings and events (for example providing briefing notes, leading on the agenda setting process where needed) Anticipate and identify the Chief Executive Officer's needs and concerns and ensure that appropriate action is taken without requiring their instruction Use a high level of independent judgement to prepare or commission briefings for the Chief Executive Officer on specific topics, including researching/ benchmarking and analysis of information as required Compile information from multiple sources - where material may be conflicting - for analysis and presentation Attend some meetings with the Chief Executive Officer to capture actions and be responsible for subsequent tracking and delivery of such actions Work closely with the Chief Executive Officer's PA to pro-actively manage the Chief Executive Officer's diary to ensure time is effectively prioritised. Keeping them informed and updated on relevant issues, commitments, and responsibilities, prioritising and following up as appropriate Exercise sound judgement, being aware of role boundaries to ensure that key business items and decisions are identified, progressed and followed up accordingly, escalating where needed Provide support to the Trust in any way agreed with the Chief Executive Officer Key Working Relationships Establish and maintain excellent relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. This will include the Executive teams in various organisations across SEL, the SEL ICB, Local Authorities, patients/ service users, MPs. Councillors Present information and issues - explaining highly complex issues - to a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, when required Maintain good relationships with key stakeholders to ensure timely and appropriate communication and correspondence Financial and Physical Resources Monitor, validate and authorise invoices using the SBS system for both the Chief Executive Officer and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer Deliver against organisational objectives, achieving quality outcomes, prioritising own workload and working to tight deadlines Continually strive for delivering value for money and greater efficiency Contribute to the financial delivery of the NHS ensuring all business management functions are cost-effective and delivered on time, contributing to business planning process where applicable Contribute to commissioning of goods and services, as required Staff Management If asked, the post holder will be expected to: Line manage allocated staff Continually communicate with staff, helping to clarify goals and activities and the links between these and the wider Trust strategy Recognise, respect, and reward the contributions and achievements of others, valuing difference Act as a team player, investing time to generate a common focus and genuine team spirit Readily share resources to support higher priority work, showing pragmatism and support for the shared goals of the organisation Deal with conflict in a prompt, calm and constructive manner Encourage collaborative team working within own team and across Trust Identify and address team or individual capacity requirements and gaps to delivery to current and future work Identify and develop all talented team members to support succession planning, devoting time to coach, mentor, and develop others Continually seek and act on feedback to evaluate and improve their own teams performance Actively promote diversity and equality of opportunity inside and outside of the organisation Role model the values and behaviours of the organisation Strategy/ Policy and Service Development Undertake regular reviews of systems and processes relating to the Chief Executive Officer to ensure they are fit for purpose, amending where required Draft policies and procedures for own role and wider corporate teams as required, which could impact the wider Trust Other All members of the Trust support team will work on a flexible basis. This may mean that, although the main elements of the job are included within this job description, you are asked to cover other areas of the Teams responsibilities. For example, supporting wider meetings and events across the Trust

Director of Regional Business Division (RBD)

1. Responsible for distributor targets in the appointed markets and products.
2. Develop and cultivate of regional markets
3. Responsible for the products’ profitability.
4. Lead the RBD and Export team to develop marketing strategy and product positioning.
5. Responsible for Purchase Management, Inventory and Sales (PSI) of the team

Requirements

Proven track record in sales leadership within the consumer electronics industry

Strong understanding of the marketplace; competitors’ products, pricing and sales strategies.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationship and clients and team members

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong analytical skills

A place you can make an impact: Our purpose is to impact a better future – and here you’ll be part of that too. You’ll be instrumental in the delivery of high-scoring bids, for contracts with an emphasis on social value, that positively impact the communities we live in.

A place you can count on: As a fast-growing and successful global company, with long-term government backed contracts, we offer great career opportunities with room for you to grow, and the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting future FM bids across the UK and Europe.

A place for you: When you join Serco, you join a team of 50,000 people. Here you’ll discover a highly supportive culture with trusted leadership to help you achieve your work goals and manage a flexible approach to work-life.
Media Relations ManagerHomebased, with regular UK travel
Full Time, Permanent
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Here at Serco, we are looking for a Media Relations Manager to work with the Media Relations Director on UK and European media handling. You will provide advice and expertise to our UK and European Divisional colleagues to defend, manage and improve our reputation and help raise our profile and positive recognition externally. The UK and European Division provides a wide range of services on behalf of Governments with over 30,000 colleagues, with the mast majority delivering frontline services to the general public across Defence, Transport, Citizen Service, Justice, Immigration and Health.
In this key role, you will build strong relationships with senior leaders in the business units, ensuring you are fully aware of business activity taking place and plan an external communications strategy. As well as, building strong relationships with Government Press Offices, which are key stakeholders in our business.
As part of this you’ll:


- Be a focal point for media enquiries for the UK & Europe Division, dealing with them efficiently and effectively and shaping the coverage to position Serco favourably.
- Advise senior leaders on media opportunities and use your judgement to give considered media handling advice on issues that arise.
- Rebut inaccurate or misleading coverage.
- Devise and deliver a proactive media strategy in conjunction with senior leaders that aligns with the Group and Divisional communications strategy.
- Form, maintain and enhance relationships with key external stakeholders and use these relationships to convey key message and improve awareness and perceptions.
- Devise, deliver or source interesting stories and case studies from across the business for use across multiple channels.
- Support communication colleagues as required.
- Evaluate campaigns and media coverage actively and deliver against targets for reach and engagement.
- Be part of the Serco out of hours media relations rota.


What you’ll need to do the role:


- Excellent written, copy writing, editing and communication skills.
- Demonstrable experience of handling challenging media enquiries and delivering proactive coverage.
- Adept at stakeholder relationship management up to C Suite with a collaborative approach.
- Able to build strong working relationships and networks across a complex organisation to deliver results.
- Be technically fully competent and independent. Develop and publish communication materials under limited supervision and governance.
- Able to understand our business strategy and how external communications can support it.
- Understanding of the use of social media channels.
- Excellent understanding of current affairs and politics.

What we offer:

- Company car / cash allowance.
- Annual company bonus scheme.
- Private medical insurance.
- A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
- Growth and development opportunities – Serco will support with a range of qualifications.
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Wisdom App, Simply Health Plans and more.
- Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
- Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase more.
- Life assurance.


About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

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Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates. We’re a proud holder of the Silver Inclusive Employer Standard and we actively encourage applications from females, those with disabilities or from an ethnic minority background.

· Company car / cash allowance.
· Annual company bonus scheme.
· Private medical insurance.
· A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
· Growth and development opportunities – Serco will support with a range of qualifications.
· A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Wisdom App, Simply Health Plans and more.
· Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
· Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase more.
· Life assurance.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

At InterContinental London Park Lane, we are currently looking for a Business Development Director- UK and Europe MICE to join our team for a 12 months maternity cover

Welcome to InterContinental London Park Lane

Located at one of the capital's most prestigious addresses, where the late Queen Elizabeth II once resided. Our hotel redefines traditional luxury, offering a blend of modernity and flexible sophistication in the heart of Mayfair. Inspired by its scenic views overlooking two Royal Parks, our establishment boasts elegant natural interiors and award-winning seasonal cuisine.

Reporting to the Director of Sales as our Business Development Director you will need to drive and develop new and existing business for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions from the UK and Europe to maximise revenue in line with the targets assigned to you. You will be able to strategically manage and develop key accounts for the hotel, expanding the hotel’s existing European networks by representing the hotel at local, regional, national, and international tradeshows for the MICE market, whilst working collaboratively with all Global Sales personnel to build lasting relationships. Providing support to the sales office, solve complex problems impacting multiple departments or sub-functions. Analysing them to understand underlaying issues and root causes, you can create an environment where best practice can be shared, A team player and contribute to a professional and balanced working environment who creates pride in delivering a consistent guest experience.

You will need a degree of knowledge of the UK and European Incentive and Agency markets along with a proven track record of delivering sales achievements with at least 5 years’ experience within a hotel, service, or hospitality industry. Including at least 2 years’ experience of the MICE sales.

It is essential that you can work well under pressure, with minimal supervision and maintain high standards and attention to detail. You will also hold a valid full UK driving licence.

We are committed to offer and provide our Business Development Director with a competitive salary and a large range of benefits:

• Competitive Salary plus annual sales bonus and great IHG perks!
• 31 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, this increases up to a maximum of 33 days (Pro Rated) 
• We provide every employee company sick pay and life insurance.
• Subsidised childcare support.
• Professional career development with our IHG Leadership programs
• Amazing discounts for our hotels and restaurants around the world
• Discounts from over 15,000 stores – all the way from retail to cinema
• Most importantly, we’ll help you grow, and develop you as an individual and inspire incredible.

At InterContinental London Park Lane, our ambition is to define our unique culture.

• The kind of culture that inspires you to be all you can be.
• An invitation to tap into your unique personality to deliver and achieve incredible things.
• An expectation to play your part in empowering and inspiring others.
• An opportunity to learn, grow and push what’s possible.
• The promise of a personal and professional journey
• A place where everyone can belong and feel part of something bigger.

Please click ‘apply’ now!

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Have you got a background in Finance Business Partnering or FP&A within the insurance sector? Have you managed a team before? Are you looking for a new role to start asap?

Your new company
I am currently working with an amazing, global insurance company that is looking for a Director of Finance Business Partnering. This role has come about as the current person is going on maternity leave, they are looking for someone to start asap on a 12-month contract. They are looking for a business partner/FP&A expert within the insurance sector who is energetic, willing to challenge processes and hit the ground running.

Your new role

• Be responsible for the production and delivery of financial management information
• Key personnel for stakeholders across the business, manage relationships across the finance team and wider company
• Responsible for managing the budgeting and forecasting, financial modelling, producing high quality analytical data and business plans, reporting back to senior stakeholders
• Support and managing a small team, providing mentorship and development opportunities, reviewing key work and providing feedback
• Understanding key commercial drivers for business performance across the year, providing analysis and commentary

What you'll need to succeed

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification and experience within the insurance sector
• Experience within Business Partnering and/or FP&A space
• Experience with senior stakeholders and ability to influence and communicate with them
• Team management experience
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP is ideal
• Excellent financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting skills

What you'll get in return
You will receive a fantastic day rate, hybrid working, a fantastic opportunity to develop your own career and office location

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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Role: Project Director
Sector: Solar PV and BESS
Location: Yorkshire area preferably - Flexible
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months + Possible Extension
Rates: £750 - £1,000 Daily Rate Inside IR35 via Umbrella
Clearance: BPSS

The Role

You will support the Head of Construction by overseeing a portfolio of Solar and Battery projects through delivery and into Operations. This will include supporting your team to ensure projects are delivered safely, on budget and on time, working closely with internal and external stakeholders and influencing positively to ensure the project achieves good outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating, driving, and maintaining a positive engagement of the clients Safety, Health, Environment and Wellbeing culture throughout the team and into the portfolio of projects through Development, Delivery and into Operations.
• Accountable for the construction delivery of large capital projects on time, on budget and safely
• Accountable for ensuring projects are operational ready through effective engagement with relevant business departments
• Responsible for the review and input of significant construction costs, risk mitigation, operability, and deliverability programmes of projects in early development and acquisition stages
• Accountable for the effective governance management of projects within your portfolio
• Interfacing directly with and report indirectly to Senior stakeholders up to Executive Director level across the business and wider Group, and with external clients and stakeholders. You will be prepared to challenge senior stakeholders where required and be a model for professional integrity and provide positive promotion of the Project Delivery Team.
• Provide direction to the Procurement and Commercial teams to input into contract requirements that support a level of risk acceptable to the business.
• Be accountable for the developing and managing the construction portfolio of relevant projects finances effectively by; ensuring that each project is accurately forecasted and financially reported, all project purchase orders are raised, and invoices receipted in line with the clients prompt payment policy. Be responsible for all project spend being managed in line with the clients process & procedures
• Maintain and develop technical expertise and knowledge in Solar and Battery technologies more than that of junior team members in your relevant sector
• Accountable for the effective governance management of projects within your portfolio
• This role will also require you and your team to support the delivery of transformational and improvement projects both within your own team and across the wider teams.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of a commissioning strategy working closely with internal stakeholders to across the business

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

• Demonstrable record of accomplishment of delivering large, complex projects more than £30-50m in value preferably in the Energy sector.
• Extensive experience in enacting senior leadership roles in the delivery of complex projects in the energy industry
• Demonstrable experience of working under commercial contract frameworks such as NEC3/4, FIDIC etc.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with partners, customers, and key stakeholders at all levels
• Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence is required.

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