Total 391 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Manchester, M85RB

Your new company
A global services provider and systems integrator for the Travel sector, that employ over 40,000 people across six continents.


Your new role
The organisation is now recruiting for a Business Analyst on the Retail side of the business which acts as a Systems Integrator for a large retail business, operating an integrated retail solution. This encompasses point of sale, back-office retail functionality, warehouse management, supply chain, distribution and data warehousing. The successful Business Analyst will add capability to the existing IT function, taking ownership of requirements definition and analysis, and systems process documentation. This role will involve working closely with the solutions architect and with customer stakeholders and third parties to ensure and assure that all current and new implementations satisfy defined functional and non-functional requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

* Evaluating business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions.

* Leading ongoing reviews of business processes and developing optimization strategies.

* Conducting meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings.

* Performing requirements definition and analysis.

* Documenting and communicating the results of your efforts.

* Effectively communicating your insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management.

* Gathering critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and producing useful reports.

* Ensuring solutions meet business needs and requirements.

* Participating in user acceptance testing.

* Updating, implementing, and maintaining system process and procedure documentation.

What you'll need to succeed
* Proven track record of operating in a Senior / Lead BA capacity with expert knowledge of Business Analysis / BABOK.

* Previous Retail experience with knowledge of PoS, WMS, Supply Chain, Distribution and Data Warehousing etc.

* Able to operate independently with minimal supervision and confident in making critical decisions.

* Used to working with external customers and partners and able to manage demanding stakeholders.

* Excellent communication, organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Multi site and international experience is an advantage.

* Professional BA certification is desirable.

What you'll get in return
You can expect a salary in the region of £65,000 (depending on experience), along with 25 days annual leave (+ BH), 6% matched pension, BUPA, life assurance and flexible/hybrid working (1 to 2 days a week onsite).


What you need to do now
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Demand Planning Assistant
£23,400 plus great benefits (Work Level 6C)

12-month fixed term contract
Manchester, hybrid working, minimum one day a week in the office
5/7 working pattern, working up to 12 weekend days a year on a rota basis (find out more about our hybrid working policy at colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy)

We're looking for a motivated Demand Planning Assistant to join our category team. In this role, you'll be supporting colleagues within category teams, helping to make sure that things are running smoothly, and providing high quality administrative support. This is a great opportunity for you to develop your skills, and to gain valuable exposure across Co-op's Supply Chain. It's an ideal role for someone looking to progress their career in this exciting area of our business.

What you'll do

• Support data integrity making sure that compliance to process is sustained
• Provide continued support to categories through reporting and process compliance
• Support a range of ad-hoc administrative tasks
• Work closely with the Demand Planners, supporting with range events and promotions, helping to make sure that compliance is right
• Support supply chain category management, working collaboratively with internal and external partners
• Work on a range of ad-hoc projects to support the team as required and opportunity to investigate and analyse forecasting queries from suppliers and our store teams

This role would suit people who have

• Some previous admin experience with intermediate Microsoft Office 365 skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Experience of working in an administrative role
• A high level of attention to detail
• Openness to change and a desire to learn and progress your career within the Coop
• Confident communication skills with the ability to engage with a range of colleagues at different levels

Why Co-op?

If you have the skills that we need, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services).

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
  * 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
  * A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
  * Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
  * Coaching and training to support your career development
  * Wagestream app - giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Building a diverse environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.
We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing

Your key responsibilities will include: Provide support on contract and agreement matters, business operations and diagnostic output monitoring to the laboratory management team and members of the divisional office. Ensure Specialist Microbiology Services Network Managers and Laboratory Management receive appropriate contract management, business operations and diagnostic output monitoring support; this involves working closely with the Microbiology Network Managers and Laboratory Management Teams in the provision of appropriate information. Support ensuring those NHS contracts and reports submitted for review are compatible with the standard NHS contract clauses and strategic objectives and highlight issues including financial, safety and quality impacts. Provide information and support to the SMS Operations lead on all aspects of activity data including data collection and validation relating to regular outputs such as the regional activity indicators, and monitoring and analysis of such data. Assist the Head of Operations in the establishment and maintenance of robust systems and processes for administration, risk management and business support across the division. Assist the Head of Operations lead in undertaking any necessary analysis of financial and management information in accordance with corporate policies and procedures. Comment on, propose changes and support in the implementation of policies and procedures used by the laboratory (in relation to Business Management). Support for the monthly invoicing of NHS contracted work for NHS customers. Respond to internal and external customer inquiries/ problems regarding invoicing. To keep up to date on developments within UKHSA and to identify and assess and inform the Specialist Microbiology Services Network Managers and the SMS Operations lead about developments in the NHS and Public Health Community. Assist in the development of business cases submitted to the SMS Divisional Office. Provide general administrative and financial support to the Laboratory Office. For a full list of the main duties and responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description. The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Essential Criteria: A degree in relevant field or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level Experience of managing and motivating a team Strong computer literacy including the development and use of spreadsheet applications, databases and word-processing Good communication skills to people at all levels either on a one-to-one basis or to groups Good written communication skills e.g. ability to draft policy/procedure documents, write reports/presentations and business cases Dealing with documents and correspondence of a confidential and/or sensitive matter. Numerate Good organisational skills and systematic approach to working Sound analytical skills and good judgment when providing opinion or advice to others. Strategic thinking ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day-to-day working practices, but also in relation to management systems For a full list of essential criteria, please refer to the attached Job Description. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours and Strengths. Stage 1 - Application & Sift: You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the above listed 11essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a: Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application 1200 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 application form and statement of suitability will be marked together. Please do not exceed1200 words. We will not consider any words over and above this number. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview. Unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2: Interview (success profiles) You will be invited to a (single) remote interview. Behaviour's and strengths will be tested at interview. The Behaviour's tested during the interview stage will be: Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Working Together Delivering at Pace Interviews will be held week commencing TBC. 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. Location This role is being offered as office working based at: UKHSA Manchester Laboratory Clinical Sciences CentreManchester Royal Infirmary,Oxford Road, ManchesterM13 9WZ Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants). Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Basic Personnel Security Standard

Your role will be an Associate Commercial Practitioner (HEO) within the sub-category Business Services Team in the wider ABBSER Category.

The role’s overriding responsibility is to support commercial activities across the sub-category encompassing the full commercial lifecycle. This includes supporting our internal stakeholders to determine our commercial strategies for future delivery of their services, supporting procurement activities and undertaking contract management, supplier performance and relationship management.

We are seeking aspiring commercial professionals who are capable and enthusiastic individuals with relevant transferable skills looking to build a career in a commercial environment.

You will need to be driven, dynamic and a proactive individual with experience of building collaborative working relationships; be able to identify problems, build creative solutions, improve ways of working and work towards ensuring commercially sound outcomes.

Successful candidates will support CD in playing a crucial role in driving and supporting DWP’s efficiency agenda, helping better control costs through third party spend.

Person specification
Your role will be supporting the procurement and contract management of a portfolio of contracts throughout the commercial lifecycle. Full training will be provided on all aspects of commercial activity.

The main responsibilities for this position include, but are not restricted to:

Supporting procurement activity for specific Business Service initiatives across the full commercial lifecycle (sourcing, contract, performance and relationship management).
Provide commercial advice to a wide range of stakeholders to support colleagues with market engagement, sourcing, tendering and a wide range of procurement activities.
Stakeholder Management / Engagement / Communication.
Working with stakeholders at all levels (internal and external) to support the development of the Business Services strategy for commercial category initiatives.
Create positive supplier relationships, encouraging innovation, creation of “value add” solutions, and a strong customer service ethic.
Support the production and review on governance documents and processes for DWP Internal Governance alongside support to Ministerial, Treasury and Cabinet Office gated submissions.
Develop and maintain compliant input and records of commercial activity on Microsoft Lists pipelines and DWP’s eProcurement solution (which utilises Jaggaer) within the scope of your daily role.
Support the contributions towards supplier cost savings targets, and initiatives that increase efficiency whilst maintaining performance and risk management.
Supporting the development, review and execution of contracts including supporting negotiation where required.
Support stakeholder engagement surrounding more complex contract issues and procurement documents.
Play an active part in supporting Commercial Directorate values and culture.

Zest Optical are searching for a Mobile Optical Assistant to join a high quality, independent home eye care provider to cover the North West region.

The company provide an eye care service to those who are unable to travel to their local high street practice.

They believe that everyone should have the right to high quality eye care, and pride themselves on providing a professional yet friendly service.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Working alongside an Optometrist to provide high levels of care
• Dispensing frames and lenses to all levels, including varifocals
• Delivery of glasses and aftercare visits
• Administrative duties - booking appointments, communicating with partners etc
• Driving to and from venues
• Mon - Fri / 9am - 5pm

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Previous experience of working as an Optical Assistant
• Excellent communication skills; clear verbal and written communication with active listening skills
• Full clean driving license

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Paying up to £25,000
• Uncapped bonus scheme with £5,000OTE
• Company car provided for business and personal use
• Further added benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Senior Digital Project Manager

Pay up to £66,058, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

We are looking for a Senior Digital Project Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital.

We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives.

DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people.

The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Experience in taking full responsibility for the definition, documentation and successful completion of a number of large-scale complex projects, utilising both internal and external suppliers.
• Demonstratable skills in effective project control, change control, risk management, ensuring testing processes are maintained, using data to respond appropriately and develop solutions.
• Experience of managing complex external dependencies that have required significant planning and prioritising in order to ensure pace and quality of delivery is maintained
• Concise communication with the team and stakeholders. Explaining complex issues in a way that is easy to understand and influencing Senior level decision making.
• Experience in identifying appropriate development for both themselves and their team to improve the delivery.

You and your role

As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you will be working on a number of complex end-to-end digital transformation projects, ensuring project control, risk identification & management, project reporting and stakeholder engagement. As a senior member of the team, you will be lending your extensive experience and skills to guide, support and coach a team of project managers.

Details. Wages. Perks.

Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you.

Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub.

Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £66,058

Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,000 per year.

Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days and increasing by one day after 5 years, and up to 31 day after 10 years.

You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays.

We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:

• An award-winning environment and culture: Employer of the Year 2023 (Women In IT Awards), Founders Award for Outstanding Digital Leadership 2023 (Digital 100)
• Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies
• Time off volunteering and charitable giving
• Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP'
• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more
• Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference
• Sports and social activities
• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

Process:

We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages:

1. Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through.
2. Interview: a single stage interview online.

CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Liberty has an exciting opportunity for a Planning Supervisor to join our team, based in Salford. You will be working on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £32,445 Plus Excellent Benefits!

We are a specialist repairs and maintenance service provider to public, domestic and commercial clients across the UK. Established in 1969, Liberty offers professional responsive repairs services, gas installation, maintenance and servicing, as well as energy solutions, electrical installations and property building services.

The strength of our organisation lies in the quality of the people we work with. We’re proud to employ the most talented, driven individuals within the property services sector.

Responsibilities for this Planning Supervisor role are:

Develop personal and team performance

Provide coaching and guidance to a team of work planners

Ensure adequate resources are deployed to meet the commitment of work priorities within responsive repairs service

Manage and develop a team of work planners to meet service delivery demands

Manage the outstanding work queue in DRS

Manage the no access report and reasons for no access

Support management of the responsive/ Voids repairs service by providing analysis and reporting information

Attend meetings

Provide information and attend resource meetings

Ensure that suitable processes and procedures are in place for the planning Teams

What we are looking for in our ideal Planning Supervisor:

Strong administrative skills and ability to operate a computerised database system (ideally Opti-Time). Experience in working with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel and Access). Ability to work to deadlines and strong communication skills. Experience gained within a social housing environment is beneficial.

We offer a range of benefits for a rewarding career including though not limited to:


Pension scheme
25 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays
Cycle to Work scheme
Liberty Sense Awards – employees are nominated by colleagues for living the Liberty values, those who win receive a high street voucher
YuLife, includes:
Life Insurance/Death in service benefit – 2x annual salary value
Smart Health (including round the clock access to 24/7 UK-based GPs)
Best Doctors to provide a second opinion on complex cases or diagnosis
Mental Health Support, 4-6 sessions with a psychologist or psychotherapist
Online Health Check
Nutrition consultations
Online fitness program
YuMatter+ Employee Assistance Programme designed to support mental, financial & professional wellbeing including up to 5 confidential sessions with a counsellor
Free will writing
Reward scheme for healthy behaviors to earn YuCoin which can be redeemed on the app for vouchers/rewards.
Exclusive membership and wellbeing product discounts
Medicash Health Cash Plan (optional to register, P11D tax value approx £11.60 per year however allows claims for up to £996 per year) includes:
Claiming eligible cash back on dental or optical treatments, specialist consultations, tests or scans
Discounted gym membership
Savings on cinema tickets, travel, holidays & retail


In addition to the above, at Liberty we look to invest in the up-skilling and development of our employees, ensuring competency and compliance to industry standards, in turn we will look to offer additional training where appropriate to give you the skills you need to deliver the service required.

Liberty strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can ALL be ourselves. We commit to achieving equal opportunities in employment for all suitably qualified candidates, through upholding our values of Passion, Openness, Respect and Trust, underpinned by Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement.

Please note, only candidates who have the right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy.

As part of our recruitment process all employees need to be vetted and undertake pre-employment checks. For this role you may need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check, previously Criminal Records Bureau, prior to or upon commencing employment with Liberty.

If you have the desire to work in a busy and high performing team, why not join us as our Planning Supervisor click “apply” below – we want to hear from you!

Closing date for applications is the 2nd December 2024 (we do however reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier depending on number of applications received).

Will Writer
£24,000 - £26,000 plus excellent benefits (Work Level 6B)
Remote, UK wide - or on site at our offices if preferred

We're looking for will writers and experienced estate planning paralegals to join our team.

At Co-op Legal Services we're passionate about developing our colleagues. We offer internal trainee solicitor programmes with a bias towards estate planning as well as plenty of opportunities for progression. In this role, you'll manage estate planning cases end to end, alongside drafting and taking instructions on a variety of wills and associated estate planning documents. We'll look to you to communicate with clients remotely, providing an outstanding service and case resolution. You'll gain exposure to a variety of cases, allowing you to build on your knowledge within a supportive team. So if you have the skills we need, we can offer you the exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career with us.

What you'll do:

* document and write wills of various complexity, write powers of attorney and other estate planning documentation, making sure all paperwork is accurate and professionally written
* communicate with clients and external partners via the phone and written communication throughout each case
* manage an incoming case load and work with those parties involved towards the successful completion of a case
* accurately maintain client records and correspondence on our systems, making sure that all compliance and regulatory standards are met

This role would suit people who have:

* previous experience of drafting wills and advising clients relating to estate planning matters
* some experience of managing cases
* the ability to build positive relationships and a passion for providing outstanding customer service
* a high level of attention to detail
* the ability to prioritise and manage your own caseload to deliver against targets

Why Co-op?

Here you'll do work that matters. We're a commercial organisation with a purpose beyond profit, you'll have an opportunity to help us build a stronger Co-op and stronger communities. You'll also get a package that includes:
* competitive salary
* coaching, training and support to help you develop
* pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* annual incentive scheme
* 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 in line with service)
* discounts on Co-op products and services
* free support for your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
* Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your salary as you earn it

Building an inclusive work environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.

If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

Business Process Partner - Data
£55,000 to £65,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 5)
Manchester City Centre, in this role you'll work in a hybrid way splitting your time between home and coming into the office at least twice a week (find out more about our hybrid working policy at colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy.

We're looking for a Business Process Partner to join the Optimisation Centre team within our wider Co-op Business Services (CBS) organisation. CBS is made up of a number of diverse teams dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable and cost-effective business services across our Co-op. You'll play a key role in helping CBS to support and realise our group vision of 'co-operating to build more value for member-owners every day'.

As a Business Process Partner within data, you'll try and identify improvements in ways of managing data and optimise our current systems. We'll look to you to engage our internal teams and always look for ways we can continuously improve in the future. This new role gives you the opportunity to grow your knowledge and experience within SAP whilst working within our Optimisation Centre supporting our Co-op.

What you'll do

• Lead on the business assurance of efficient and diligent data practices through programmes of change within Co-op
• Deliver efficient data design services, making sure we meet the operational requirements of SAP and other ERP systems data
• Optimise the maintenance and storage of data to support the lowest cost to serve
• Provide business assurance using analytics and information management to optimise large scale multi-year programmes of change within our data landscape
• Make sure technical solutions are developed in accordance with data policies
• Identify and mitigate risk profile in relation to data when scoping programmes
• Communicate with colleagues across the business to explain technical changes in a clear way

This role would suit people who have

• Previous experience of working on ERP and SAP implementations
• Previous experience of data migration on ECC.6 or S4
• Functional understanding or knowledge of SAP modules
• An understanding of Master data and Transactional data objects
• The ability to work and build successful relationships with senior leaders

Why Co-op?
If you have the skills that we need, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services).

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Private healthcare for you
• Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
• Coaching and training to support your career development
• Wagestream app - giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn

Building a diverse environment
We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.
If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing

Please note that we may close applications for this role early.
As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes.

Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optometrist to join a group of independent practices in Greater Manchester as part of their continued growth.

With a close-knit team, advanced equipment and huge opportunities to develop additional skills and accreditations, this is a great opportunity to take the next step as an Optometrist.

Optometrist - Role

• Deliver an exceptional patient experience throughout the full process
• Well-booked clinic with an experienced support team to ensure a smooth clinic
• Opportunities to develop through additional accreditations and qualifications
• Play a key role in development and growth of the business and team
• Mix of private and NHS patients
• Flexible working arrangements available

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• A focus on patient experience and high quality care
• Comfortable communicating in a variety of situations

Optometrist - Package

• Paying up to £60,000
• Bonus scheme available
• A number of additional benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant to join a lovely group of independent practices in Greater Manchester.

This is an opportunity to join a reputable team within an independent group known for offering excellent levels of care and huge opportunities for personal progression and development.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Recent refurb making for a modern environment and plenty space within the store
• Working within a supportive team, covering all areas of the store
• Opportunity to join senior leadership team, supporting with day-to-day running of practice
• Extensive opportunities for personal development (clinical & commercial)
• Flexible working arrangements available

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• A successful track record in an optical setting
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice
• Ability to learn and want to develop

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Base salary up to £27,000
• Bonus scheme available
• Rewarding packages with range of benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are working alongside a boutique independent practice to recruit an Optical Assistant into their growing team in Didsbury, Manchester.

This role presents an opportunity to work with the finest boutique brands from an international selection of designers in an environment where service and experience is the primary focus.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Based in a state of the art boutique environment
• Complete focus on patient care and making a memorable patient experience
• Access to an exclusive range of bespoke brands from across the globe
• Offering the most advanced lenses and utilising the latest dispensing technologies
• Extensive opportunities for personal development (clinical & commercial)
• 4 or 5 days/wk
• 9am - 5:30pm

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• A successful track record in an optical setting
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Base salary up to £26,000
• Range of additional benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are currently partnered with a boutique independent practice in Manchester who are looking to recruit a Optical Assistant into their growing team.

The practice has built a reputation for world-class offerings in terms of product range and service, so this is an opportunity to fulfil your potential as an Optical Assistant, working with some of the finest products sourced from across the globe and delivering a completely bespoke service tailored to each patient.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Luxury setting offering a product range from the finest brands around the globe
• Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
• Complete focus on creating a unique and memorable experience
• Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
• Family feel environment with the support of an excellent team
• International travel visiting industry trade shows and partner suppliers
• Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Positive track record within the optical industry
• Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
• A drive to push yourself as a Dispensing Optician, continuously looking to grow and upskill
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

Optical Assistant - Benefits

• Paying up to £25,000
• £9,000+ bonus potential
• 9am - 5:30pm
• 1 full weekend off per month
• Accessible City Centre location
• Range of additional perks and benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are currently partnered with a boutique independent practice in Manchester who are looking to recruit a Dispensing Optician into their growing team.

The practice has built a reputation for world-class offerings in terms of product range and service, so this is an opportunity to fulfil your potential as a Dispensing Optician, working with some of the finest products sourced from across the globe and delivering a completely bespoke service tailored to each patient.

Dispensing Optician - Role

• Luxury setting offering a product range from the finest brands around the globe
• Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
• Complete focus on creating a unique and memorable experience
• Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
• Family feel environment with the support of an excellent team
• International travel visiting industry trade shows and partner suppliers
• Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development

Dispensing Optician - Requirements

• Positive track record within the optical industry
• Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
• A drive to push yourself as a Dispensing Optician, continuously looking to grow and upskill
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

Dispensing Optician - Benefits

• Paying up to £30,000
• £9,000+ bonus potential
• 9am - 5:30pm
• 1 full weekend off per month
• Accessible City Centre location
• Range of additional perks and benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Working Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Closing Date: 14 November 2024

Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)

This role is subject to -

Proof of Manchester Residency – to check if you fall under the Manchester City Council boundary please visit - https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council

Qualification - English L1, Maths L1, A Level 2 Business Admin Qualification or willingness to achieve one in two years

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

Our courses are taught from eight adult learning centres across the city in areas such as Blackley, Crumpsall, Gorton, Longsight, Moss Side, Newton Heath, Withington and Wythenshawe.

As a Business Support Officer Grade 3, you will be working on the front line and will be the first person that our learners meet, you play a valuable role in helping our Manchester residents feel welcome, comfortable and confident whilst in our centres. You will provide administration support to the professional staff within Manchester Adult Education and the duties are varied but may include meeting and greeting citizens at reception, answering the telephone, data inputting, scanning and uploading of documents.
We are looking for candidates who are:

• Enthusiastic and keen to learn
• Possess excellent keyboard skills and IT skills
• Has excellent customer service skills and will need to be confident speaking to citizens both in person and on the telephone
• Works well within a team
• Is able to prioritise your own workload and work to deadlines
• Can use your own initiative

We’re the local government authority for Manchester, and have teams across the city helping to make this a great place to live for everyone. We’re proud to do local government differently, in a city with an international reputation for diversity, creativity, culture and passion.

When you join us, you’re joining a team of over 7,000 council staff helping to make our ambition for Manchester a reality. Whatever your role, you’ll be supporting our residents and communities to be the best they can be, and helping to build a Manchester that's fairer for everyone who lives, works, volunteers, studies or plays here.

To make our ambition a reality, every person we recruit needs to play their its part. It takes a certain type of behaviour, attitude and way of working to get Manchester where it wants to be. Our people and partners have agreed five ‘behaviours’ – the grounding for how we must work together and treat one another:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

A career with us means you can be yourself, thrive, and build the career your talent and ambition deserve.

Creating an inclusive team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, in particular the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and disabled staff at all levels of the Council. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly encourage applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics.

If you want to find out more about the role, our ways of working, flexible arrangements or any workplace adjustments, please let us know by emailing jobs@manchester.gov.uk. If you are invited to interview, we will ask you if you require any adjustments for you to best demonstrate your suitability for the role in the interview process.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Accessibility

As a Disability Confident Employer, we provide support for employees with physical or mental-health conditions, a disability or neurodiversity. Our workplaces are accessible by design, and we make workplace adjustments including providing aids, adaptations and equipment. These, combined with our flexible working policies such as disability-related leave, enable our employees to perform their role, thrive and be their authentic selves in work.

We’ve also included some useful tips on how to submit the best application.

When you join us

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

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