• Firmware Research Engineer  

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    Location: Reading, United KingdomIn fast changing markets, customers w... Read More
    Location: Reading, United KingdomIn fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Firmware Research EngineerLocation: Reading (Hybrid Working)Are you a firmware engineer with experience or a strong interest in VHDL? Do you have a curious, analytical mindset and a passion for tackling technical challenges? Looking to advance your career in a supportive and collaborative environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you!Our OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity in our Research, Technology and Solution Innovation (RTSI) business. The RTSI function is at the centre of Thales UK supporting growth in all of the key market areas, and spearheading activity into future markets identified as growth opportunities. Due to a rapid period of growth we are looking to add a Firmware Research Engineer to the team.The successful candidate will carry out low-TRL research and development activities for potential future products, in digital firmware, for military communications and spectrum sensing applications.As a Firmware Research Engineer you will:Work within a group of other research staff, as well as being self-motivated to work individually, and be flexible to adapt into new research areas and ways of working.Tasks are expected to include:Development of VHDL firmwareIntegration with hardwareIntegration with softwareBuilding and evaluating proof-of-concept demonstrators and prototypesSoftware and System TestingAbout YouThe ability to listen to customers, interpret their needs, seek clarification and reach agreement, with a view to developing long lasting relationships.The ability to present and explain complex technical issues to management, colleagues and customers.The willingness and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, whilst taking responsibility for individual tasks.The ability to analyse complex technical problems, exercise judgement and offer innovative, practical and compliant solutions in a timely manner.The ability to prioritise, manage the workload, be flexible, and work under pressure to demanding timescalesThe ability and willingness to continue to learn and develop technical skills, assisting others to do likewise where appropriateA balance of creative thinking/problem-solving with good engineering practiceSkills:The successful candidate will have a good level of understanding of of VHDL, as well as some of the following skills:Firmware architectureVHDL Simulation tools (e.g. ModelSim, QuestaSim)Digital Signal ProcessingAnalogue/Digital hardware designHands-on prototyping (schematic, PCB layout, soldering)Electronics hardware testing and fault-findingEmbedded C and/or C++Python or similar scripting languageWhilst we have listed these skills, the successful candidate must be flexible to move to new opportunities as business objectives and workload dictate. An interest and enthusiasm to learn new skills and explore new ideas would be valuable.Qualifications/Experience:The ideal applicant will have some practical post-education experience with VHDL, and an inquisitive and technical problem-solving mind.The successful candidate will typically have a fundamental technical understanding built on a Bachelors honours degree (minimum 2.1), a Masters degree, or a PhD in a relevant discipline.We also expect candidates to be proficient in the use of standard PC-based office tools. We currently use Microsoft tools: Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project & Visio.Desirable:Experience in one or more of the following areas:1) Microsemi, Xilinx, and/or Intel/Altera devices and environments2) Communications applications3) Software Defined RadioSome experience working with VHDL firmware, whether in the workplace or as self-driven projects.Membership of a professional institution and professional engineering registrationSecurity Clearance statement Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth (UKEO) and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.What We Can OfferWe’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you’ll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.Flexibility:Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, hybrid working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Benefits at ThalesAlongside a competitive base salary, we offer a benefits package, which includes;Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00pmHybrid workingPension Scheme28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays)Life CoverProgression and Development Opportunities24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing appEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersDevelopment focused targets and relocation support can be provided if required along with a variety of learning, development and career enhancement opportunities.Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.#LI-RS1In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Environmental Engineering Graduate  

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    What you’ll be doing as an Environmental Engineering Graduate You’ll h... Read More
    What you’ll be doing as an Environmental Engineering Graduate You’ll have the chance to explore three exciting placements across different areas of the business. Here’s a taste of what you might get involved in: Design and develop innovative solutions that tackle real-world challenges Attend and represent the business at industry events, building your professional network and learning from sector leaders Analyse data and manage projects to influence key decisions and deliver meaningful outcomes Carry out asset inspections and condition assessments, gaining valuable hands-on, on-site experience Support health & safety audits and environmental management to help create safe and sustainable outcomes Contribute to risk assessments and stakeholder engagement, strengthening your communication and problem-solving skills Across your two‑year journey, you'll have the opportunities to: Accelerate your business and personal growth through real-world development experiences Build essential safety confidence with hands‑on health and safety training Make a difference by getting involved in meaningful charity projects and personalised coaching Expand your network through mentoring and collaboration with fellow graduates Inspire future talent by becoming a STEM ambassador After the programme, you’ll have the flexibility to shape your career, whether that’s moving into leadership or specialising in an area you're passionate about. What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is Working towards (or have achieved) a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science Flexibility to travel across the Thames Valley region A self-motivated, adaptable mindset confident in stepping into new environments What’s in it for you? Starting Salary: Year 1 £32,000, Year 2 £34,000 Start Date: September 2026 Location: Hybrid, Reading, Clearwater Court. Expectation to travel across the Thames Valley region will be required 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance Read Less
  • Senior Account Manager  

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    Role: Senior Account Manager (E-commerce)Responsibility: Managing... Read More
    Role: Senior Account Manager (E-commerce)Responsibility: Managing communication with all campaign and content stakeholdersReports to: Account DirectorLocation: Hybrid - London Head Office and working-from-home optionsSalary: £40,000 - £50,000

    Company OverviewHambi Media is the UK’s leading performance creative agency for D2C and e-commerce brands. With 40+ specialists across strategy, production, design and UGC, we’ve produced over £100M worth of creative for Meta and TikTok -partnering with brands like Heights, Surreal, 47 Skin, Mindful Chef and Nutrition Geeks.
    We combine advertising, film and performance marketing expertise to deliver creative that doesn’t just look good - it scales. From UGC and high-production video to motion graphics and conversion-focused design, we act as the in-house creative engine for ambitious brands.About the roleWe are seeking another Senior Account Manager to join our team of high-performance marketers. We hope for someone to come in and inject their experience to help lead and grow our rapidly expanding agency.
    You will be the main point of contact for your clients so it is important that you enjoy building relationships. You will be managing communication with all campaign and content stakeholders, including creators on TikTok, in order to ensure that campaign goals are met (and ideally exceeded!).RequirementsHave 18 - 24 months of experience in a similar role to Account or Project Management.Hold previous experience within e-commerce, performance creative or digital marketing.Be familiar with a service led business and the KPIs that follow this.Be comfortable managing client expectations, so that you agree on targets and forecasts and how to achieve them.Have a deep passion for and understanding of social media, algorithms, emerging and existing trends and what brings success for brands on Facebook and Tiktok.Deliver in-depth analysis to understand performance beyond top-line metrics with a view to secure more budget and propose new tests.Work closely with the Creative Lead in order to oversee content strategy and put together scripts and briefs for creators to execute.
    Responsibilities Responsible for the success of a multitude of key client account.The main point of contact for clients, ensuring all business KPIs are met and marketing budgets are increased.Responsible for overseeing and presenting regular client reports.Experience managing a team built up of other creatives and editors (POD), ensuring that every team member is kept up to date with all client information in order to achieve success across all accounts.Continuously analyse performance metrics to make informed recommendations that optimise campaign outcomes and drive account growth. Ensure decisions are data-backed to improve client success and ROI.Overseeing the Creative Lead, you will become a driving force in managing, leading, and developing client content and become the last point of quality control before submitting work to our clients! Actively contribute and collaborate on the creative strategy for multiple brands.You thrive on communicating and interacting with clients, in order to help manage internal and external relationships.Help ensure all team members are consistently thriving, highlighting client needs, and identifying opportunities to drive efficiencies.Managing client reporting to ensure the client and our internal team are consistently aligned to the same goals and objectives. Develop weekly reports for clients and ensure we are tackling reaching deliverables."Setting and consistently reviewing timelines to ensure on-time delivery for a smooth and enjoyable experience for our partners".You have a passion to consistently be aware of upcoming trends on social media and up-to-date with potential new content angles.
    AttitudeWill take complete ownership of your successes and failures.Are entrepreneurial with the ability to see the bigger picture.Have a proactive solution based mindset, allowing you to positively influence change.Have exceptional attention to detail .Confident in building long-term relationships with your client base are able to self-manage and prioritise tasks efficiently.Have strong leadership skills and structured reporting, fostering accountability and collaboration.Anticipate needs and deliver beyond expectations, consistently adding value to client relationships and campaigns.Thrive in a fast paced startup environment. BenefitsOur incredible client base. We work with a wide range of companies, spanning multiple niches and continents. You will be part of a world-class team, made up of high-performing, motivated individuals.You will learn how brands succeed and grow revenue via Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok.26 Days Paid Holiday (Extra holiday to have your birthday off).Ability to quickly progress into leadership roles in a fast-growing agency.Company pension scheme.Structured training and development.Lots of team building activities.Regular salary reviews and bonus incentives.Flexible working (Ability to work abroad for 30 days at a time).Hybrid working (We have a beautiful office in Oval, Central London). Read Less
  • Conveyancer - Reading, England  

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    Conveyancer (JO0000009614) Overview Reference JO0000009614 Salary Fle... Read More
    Conveyancer (JO0000009614) Overview Reference
    JO0000009614 Salary
    Flexible on salary Job Location
    - United Kingdom -- England -- South East England -- Berkshire -- Reading Job Type
    Permanent Posted
    Thursday, September 11, 2025
    Berkshire based law firm have an opening to take on an experienced conveyancer to manage a caseload of mainly residential property matters. This is a full-time, permanent role, either working hybrid or fully remote working.

    The role:
    You will be responsible for managing a caseload of predominantly residential conveyancing matters from instruction to post completion.

    Qualifications/Experience:
    The firm is happy to consider solicitors, legal executives or licensed conveyancers with a minimum of 4 to 5 years' PQE in residential conveyancing.
    Although predominantly residential matters, any commercial property welcomed.
    Firm use Redbrick CMS so any experience in this or a similar CMS a bonus.

    Benefits:
    Flexible working conditions and hours welcomed to suit needs of candidate
    Firm has own car parking
    Competitive salary according to experience

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  • Assistant Project Manager  

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    Job Title: Assistant Project ManagerLocation: ReadingReporting To: Pro... Read More
    Job Title: Assistant Project Manager
    Location: Reading
    Reporting To: Project Manager / Contracts Manager
    Employment Type: Full-time - Permanent (7:30am -5:30pm Monday-Friday - full time on site)
    Salary: Competitive - Based on experience
    Clearance: Eligibility to obtain SC clearance is essentialRole Overview We are seeking a proactive and reliable Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of demolition and construction projects. This role involves assisting in all phases of project execution with a strong focus on compliance, safety, and programme delivery. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, sound technical understanding, and the ability to work in a fast-paced and regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Support the day-to-day management of multiple concurrent projects to ensure they are delivered in line with key performance indicators. Assist with the planning and implementation of projects, ensuring adherence to all Health & Safety, CDM, and Environmental regulations. Contribute to the development, review, and assessment of in-house and subcontractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Monitor project compliance with company safety, environmental, and quality systems. Assist in managing site teams, ensuring clear communication of roles and responsibilities and alignment with project objectives. Engage professionally with clients and stakeholders, maintaining strong working relationships throughout the project lifecycle. Support the preparation of project documentation including contract records, variation agreements, and final accounts. Contribute to the production of project performance reports and participate in monthly financial and programme reviews. Ensure compliance with all internal commercial and financial procedures. Support overall site delivery in line with stringent programme and budget constraints. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of NEC contract conditions and assist in their application. Key Requirements & Qualifications Previous experience in the demolition or construction sector. Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CCDO Manager card, CSCS card). HNC/HND/Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (achieved or working towards). Knowledge of SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality) regulations and procedures. Full UK Driving Licence (essential). Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills. Proven ability to work effectively within a heavily regulated and dynamic project environment. Reliable with a strong work ethic and willingness to adapt to project demands. Desirable Skills & Experience Working knowledge of project management software and reporting tools. Experience working under NEC contract frameworks. Experience in both pre-construction planning and on-site delivery. How to Apply:

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  • Civil Engineering Graduate  

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    What you’ll be doing as an Civil Engineering Graduate You’ll have the... Read More
    What you’ll be doing as an Civil Engineering Graduate You’ll have the chance to explore three exciting placements across different areas of the business. Here’s a taste of what you might get involved in: Design and develop innovative solutions that tackle real-world challenges Attend and represent the business at industry events, building your professional network and learning from sector leaders Analyse data and manage projects to influence key decisions and deliver meaningful outcomes Carry out asset inspections and condition assessments, gaining valuable hands-on, on-site experience Support health & safety audits and environmental management to help create safe and sustainable outcomes Contribute to risk assessments and stakeholder engagement, strengthening your communication and problem-solving skills Across your two‑year journey, you'll have the opportunities to: Accelerate your business and personal growth through real-world development experiences Build essential safety confidence with hands‑on health and safety training Make a difference by getting involved in meaningful charity projects and personalised coaching Expand your network through mentoring and collaboration with fellow graduates Inspire future talent by becoming a STEM ambassador After the programme, you’ll have the flexibility to shape your career, whether that’s moving into leadership or specialising in an area you're passionate about. What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is Working towards (or have achieved) a Civil Engineering bachelor’s or masters degree Flexibility to travel across the Thames Valley region A self-motivated, adaptable mindset confident in stepping into new environments What’s in it for you? Starting Salary: Year 1 £32,000, Year 2 £34,000 Start Date: September 2026 Location: Hybrid, Reading, Clearwater Court. Expectation to travel across the Thames Valley region will be required 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance Read Less
  • DSEAR Process Safety Engineer  

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    What you’ll be doing as a DSEAR Process Safety Engineer Act as an SME... Read More
    What you’ll be doing as a DSEAR Process Safety Engineer Act as an SME for DSEAR queries from Operations, Capital Delivery, and Engineering projects. Own and maintain DSEAR-related Asset Standards. Ensure updates reflect lessons learned and improvements identified through Continuous Improvement. Contribute to the development and maintenance of DSEAR competency frameworks. Assist in training and appointment processes (HSI32) and mentor colleagues to build organisational capability. Manage structured engineering tasks such as site reviews for Hazardous Area Classification and technical studies (e.g., sample testing, ventilation assessments). Ensure outputs are documented and integrated into compliance systems. Manage structured engineering tasks such as site reviews for Hazardous Area Classification and technical studies (e.g., sample testing, ventilation assessments). Drive streamlining by reducing duplication and moving toward centralised databases for site documentation. Implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and build engineering capability. Base location: Hybrid - Beckton (STW) - IG11 0AD, Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB, Hybrid - Maple Lodge (STW) - WD3 9SQ Working pattern or hours: 36, Monday- Friday Necessary requirements for the role: UK valid driving license What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is: Proven experience in Process Safety Management or DSEAR risk assessment gained from a high-hazard industry (COMAH regulated), including the of Classification and zoning of Hazardous Areas. Experience in site surveying, working in an explosion safety engineering environment, checking effectiveness of control measures. Experience in structured engineering delivery, including use of formal processes for resource allocation and documentation. Ability to capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement and standardisation. Experience in stakeholder engagement across operations, capital delivery, and engineering teams. Excellent understanding of the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR), associated standards and approved Codes of Practice. Knowledge of electrical equipment for use in potentially flammable atmospheres. Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Safety, or related discipline (or equivalent experience). Additional skills and experiences would be great to have/bring: Familiarity with COMAH and Fire Safety Regulations. Experience in developing and maintaining Asset Standards. Knowledge of related industry standards (IGEM, EI, EEMUA). What’s in it for you? Competitive salary from £55,000 - £67,000 per annum, depending on experience. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)  Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less
  • Safety Assurance Manager  

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    Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions at... Read More
    Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators, are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. We are ground breaking new digital technologies such as 4G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data for use in physical protection systems, and critical information systems.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Safety Assurance Manager Crawley or Reading (Minimum 3 days onsite) Thales in the UK has been awarded a major contract to maintain the Royal Navy’s internal and external fleet communications for the next 10 years. We will be supporting the fleets communications systems to support combat capability after one of the largest investments in naval communications across Europe.Due to this recent award, we are looking to grow our Safety Engineering team through a number of critical hires. We are actively recruiting for a Safety Assurance Manager (SAM) to join the programme, based out of either Reading or Crawley on a hybrid basis.Our Opportunity:The Safety Assurance Manager (SAM) role is critical to provide independent Product Safety Assurance of safety engineering activities for bids, projects, Self-Funded Research & Development (SFRD) and products. The role sits within the Thales SIX (Secure Information and Communication Systems) Safety Engineering community, and is accountable to the SIX UK Technical Director (TD).The role holder is responsible for the provision of the requisite expertise for the management and assurance of core business activities impacted by product safety related Legislation, Regulation, Governance and Standards. Including the continued development of Thales SIX Safety Governance solutions and ensuring the collection and dissemination of relevant data, the monitoring and measurement of performance and the communication of information and training to all management and staff.The role holder will support the monitoring and measurement of performance against the SIX UK Safety Management System Integrated Plan, Eco-design Management System, ATM Approved Organisation Scheme (AAOS) Exposition, Thales Safety and Eco-design Governance, and relevant contractual requirements.The role and overview of key responsibilities Support the approval of (potential) suppliers through audit and review activitiesProvide guidance on safety issues, methods, tools and techniques to their Business’s Project Safety Committee (PSC) and individuals;Ensure safety requirements are integrated into the products functional and technical descriptions;Participate in key bid, project, SFRD technical reviews within their Business;Ensure that safety engineering and compliance/conformance risks have been properly identified, assessed and managed within bids, projects and SFRD tasks (from the HSE Memo through to Disposal Plans);Review and approve project safety management plans and estimates for safety activities;Review and approve of key safety artefacts and deliverables including Declarations of Design Safety, Safety Cases, Assessments and Reports from projects and advising the Business on their completeness and correctness;Skills, experience and knowledge required of the successful individual:Bachelor’s Degree (BEng, BSc) in a Numerate, Scientific or Engineering subject or Higher Education/equivalent training and experience. HNC/HND also acceptable with relevant experience in the technical areas indicated above.You will have significant experience in a technical role in complex systems development together with a good understanding of safety engineering, safety management systems and functional safety together with the following:Detailed knowledge of system safety lifecycle, system requirements definition, safety design concepts (system and software), safety and risk analysis.Experienced with safety standards (CENELEC, IEC, IEEE, MIL), best practices, safety methods and techniques (HAZID, HAZOP, PHA, SHA, OSHA, FTA, FMEA/FMECA, FSA) and hazard management.Experience with Product Safety Appraisal (Audit / Review).Good technical writing skills, excellent communication and analytical skills.An effective team player who can interface at all levels.Desirable:Experience working in the Defence/Naval industry with knowledge of Defence Standards 00-055, 00-056 & 00-051.Preferably from Communications backgroundPrevious experience working with MAA(Military Aviation Authority)/AAOS (Air Traffic Management Equipment Approved Organization Scheme).Security Clearance statement:Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.
    To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency - United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)What we can offer:We’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you’ll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.#LI-CL1In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Assistant General Manager  

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    Who you arePassionate about delivering amazing guest experiencesExperi... Read More
    Who you arePassionate about delivering amazing guest experiencesExperienced as an Assistant or Duty Manager in a similar environment Knowledgable in controlling elements of the business financials Proud to lead by example, inspire, coach and develop Read Less
  • Administrative Assistant  

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    Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting... Read More
    Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. We’re now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as an Administrative Assistant at Sonning Gardens Care Home in Reading. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as an Administrative Assistant will be to support the General Manager and Administrator in administrative tasks to ensure the smooth and efficient management of the Home and meet Head Office deadlines on financial procedures and all information returns.Other responsibilities will include: Being responsible for the submission of data to enable invoicing to be carried out by Group Support Centre.Assisting in the preparation, collation, and dispatch of management information to Central Support Office as requested by the General Manager.Placing purchase orders with approved suppliers, complying with procedures, to maintain appropriate stock levels and controls and ensure expenditure is contained within agreed budget limits.Managing resident’s personal allowance where requested and assist individual residents with financial arrangements.  ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.  Our ideal candidate must have: Two years clerical experience. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.To be able to prioritise own workload.Effective interpersonal skills and professional telephone manner. ABOUT AVERY At Avery, we’re not just one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes – we’re a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
    Please note this role will require:A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.


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  • Product Safety Engineer  

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    Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions at... Read More
    Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators, are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. We are ground breaking new digital technologies such as 4G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data for use in physical protection systems, and critical information systems.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Product Safety EngineerCrawley or Reading - Hybrid Thales in the UK has been awarded a major contract to maintain the Royal Navy’s internal and external fleet communications for the next 10 years. We will be supporting the fleets communications systems to support combat capability after one of the largest investments in naval communications across Europe.Due to this recent award, we are looking to grow our Safety Engineering team through a number of critical hires, and we are actively recruiting for a Product Safety Engineer to join the programme, based out of either Reading or Crawley on a hybrid basis.About the team:Thales Secure Information and Communication Systems (SIX) is a global leader supporting defence, government and critical national infrastructure clients, Thales is firmly established as a world-leading designer, manufacturer and provider of wide-ranging technology and systems for secure and dependable communications on land, at sea and in the air. With this comes dedicated support and fully managed services to help customers adapt to ever-changing operational environments and evolving threats.Secure Communications from Thales comprises Land, Air, Naval and SATCOM Communications Systems. Our SIX portfolio span a wide range, compromising of radio communication, ship-wide communication systems and air traffic management systems.Our Opportunity:This would be a fantastic opening for an experienced Product Safety Engineer to diversify their portfolio, or for experienced Senior Safety/System Safety/Project Safety Engineers looking to take the next step in their careerThe role and overview of key responsibilities Ensure timely delivery of the safety artefacts into the project (safety programme).Creating Safety Assessment/Case and appropriately archiving the Safety Assessment/Case material.Developing and managing the project Safety Management Plan and gaining approvals.Identifying Legislation, Regulation, Standards and Policy relating to the product in conjunction with the Project Design Authority (PDA) and Contract Manager and monitoring changes.Reviewing observations and reports from manufacture, use and maintainers and contributing to the definition of corrective actions to maintain the solution Safety Assessment/Case where necessary.Reporting progress, expenditure and issues for safety engineering work packages.Supporting audits and the investigation of incidents and accidents.Skills, experience and knowledge required of the successful individual:Bachelor’s Degree (BEng, BSc) in a Numerate, Scientific or Engineering subject or Higher Education/equivalent training and experience. HNC/HND also acceptable with relevant experience in the technical areas indicated aboveKnowledge of Product Safety Policies and Safety Management System processes. Has regularly implemented SMS processes to meet project requirements.Knowledge of safety assessment processes/techniques (FTA, Event Tree, FMECA, RBD, LOPA, QRA) and knows which to implement based on product & stage of the engineering lifecycle.Experience of Safety Management Plans for complex products and systems, providing budgets, managing Work Packages and has undertaken roles such as Project Safety ManagerKnowledge of sources of safety requirements (Def Stan, BS EN, ISO, IEC, etc.) and the processes by which they are captured, recorded and managed.Knowledge of the structure of Safety arguments/reports/cases and how to structure a system Safety Case Report for complex products (GSN, CAE etc.)Knowledge of traditional safety engineering techniques, concepts and tools (BowTieXP, RWB, FaultTree+, eCassandra, DOORS etc.), understands the difference between key types of analysis (quantitative and qualitative) and is aware of emerging safety engineering techniques.Desirable:Experience working in the Defence/Naval industry.Preferably from Communications backgroundPrevious experience working with MAA(Military Aviation Authority)/AAOS (Air Traffic Management Equipment Approved Organization Scheme).Security Clearance statement
    Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency - United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)#LI-CL1In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Security Administrator  

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    The Protective Security Team are responsible for keeping Thames Water people, infrastructure, assets, operations, processes, and data secure. As an Administrator in the Protective Security Team working alongside the other team administrators, you will supply the day-to-day administrative service the team requires, provide some administrative assistance to facilitate our security vetting process, and support the Protective Security Management Team in meeting our regulatory and legal requirements to organisations such as DEFRA.

    What you’ll be doing as a Security AdministratorAssisting in the administration associated with legislative compliance.Management and updating of the team databases, spreadsheets and shared team spaces, including SharePoint sites (private and business-facing sites).Processing of vetting application forms for onward vetting checks.Management shared mailboxes.Secretariat duties for team governance meetings and ad hoc meeting support.Monitoring incident reporting and collating data for analysis and preparation for onward reporting.Collation of risk and management information, and preparation for its presentation as per business governance schedules.Coordination and monitoring of team schedules.Supporting the Programme Team.Ad hoc administrative tasks.Location – Hybrid Kemble Court, Reading
    Hours – 36 hours per week.

    What you should bring to the rolePreviously employed in a similar administrative environment, i.e. audit, compliance, preferably within a regulated, structured or security environment.Working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Forms and Power BI).Working with large volumes of data and a keen eye for detail with an analytical and curious mind.Organisational skill and the ability to manage and prioritise own workload to meet regulator milestones and organisational deadlines.Effective communication and relationship building with key stakeholders.Experience using Microsoft Forms and Power BI.What’s in it for you?Offering between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills.24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.A wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.Find out more about our benefits and perks.

    Who are we?
    We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

    Learn more about our purpose and values.

    Working at Thames Water
    Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

    If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

    Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

    We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

    When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

    Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Read Less
  • Payroll SME  

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    This role is responsible for providing expert-level knowledge and guidance on all aspects of payroll processing, compliance, and systems. The Payroll SME will ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery, support process optimisation, and act as a key resource for complex payroll-related queries and projects.

    What you’ll be doing as a Payroll SME Completing the in-house monthly internal payroll activities, adhering to internal and external compliance and controlsWorking with the wider payroll team to ensure accurate end-to-end payroll processing for employees.Provide training to the Payroll HR Coordinators on payroll processes and the wider People Services Team when processes are created or changed.Work with internal and external stakeholders to complete a change impact assessment before making improvements.Support internal and external audits by providing required payroll data and documentation and answering queries.Prioritising and completing incoming work, handling highly confidential information with integrity.Ensuring policies and processes are up to date and working with Pay and Benefits Manager to ensure changes affecting payroll are enacted, communicated to the wider team and associated documentation updated.Manage a team of employeesBase location: Hybrid - Reading
    Working hours: 36 hours, Monday to Friday

    What you should bring to the role
    To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: Extensive experience working in a large UK Payroll teamExperience in using payroll systemsExcellent communication and customer service skillsAttention to detail and accuracyAdditional skills and experiences would be great to have/bring: Certificate in Payroll PracticeChartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) or equivalent professional qualification or HR knowledge.BA in Accounting, Finance, Human ResourcesExperience of Success FactorsWhat’s in it for you? Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experienceAnnual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targetsGenerous Pension Scheme through AONAccess to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.Find out more about our benefits and perks.

    Who are we?
    We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

    Learn more about our purpose and values.

    Working at Thames Water
    Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

    If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

    Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

    We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

    When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

    Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Read Less
  • Wastewater Network Engineer  

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    What you’ll be doing as a Wastewater Network Engineer The day-to-day o... Read More
    What you’ll be doing as a Wastewater Network Engineer The day-to-day operation of the waste network includes the resolution of sewer collapses, blockages, flooding of customers’ homes, and pollution to watercourses. Taking personal ownership of customer issues, i.e. responding to queries, complaints, and resolving issues. Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards during repairs. Acting as a local network expert, providing information for risk assessments and sharing information regarding network risks and other health and safety issues. Attending meetings with customers, councils, and the Environment Agency to discuss how our business can best support them. Providing critical on-site information to support the wider Operations team. Supervising contractors to ensure that they are working safely and adhering to company policies & procedures. Documenting and capturing accurate data using IT field systems. What you should bring to the role Experience in a field-based operations role within a similar organisation would be desirable. Along with experience in collating data and report writing. Be a self-motivated individual who can immerse themselves into the team around them, you need to be very disciplined, have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can-do attitude. This role can be demanding at times, but very rewarding too. Take Ownership of responding quickly to faults, being curious to fully understand the problem, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team. Teamwork – We are one team, and our end goals are the same. Proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site and communicate effectively. Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures. Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards. Due to the nature of the role, a full UK driving licence for manual vehicles is essential. What’s in it for you? Salary from £28,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus you will receive a company van. Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid. Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less
  • Senior Maintenance Specialist  

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    We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Specialist to join Thames Wate... Read More
    We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Specialist to join Thames Water!

    Join us as a Senior Maintenance Specialist, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring our Event Duration Monitoring programme runs smoothly and meets regulatory targets.

    This is your chance to combine technical expertise with problem-solving skills to help us deliver for our customers and communities.

    What will you be doing as a Senior Maintenance Specialist?

    As a Senior Maintenance Specialist, you’ll be responsible for supporting the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance for EDM assets, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. You’ll provide technical advice to field teams and contractors, monitor performance, and help us achieve best practices across the board. Monitoring and improving maintenance delivery to reduce repeat visits and increase EDM asset and data availability.Supporting training and upskilling of field teams to improve success rates.Providing technical knowledge for optimal maintenance and commissioning.Carrying out site visits and audits to ensure Health & Safety compliance and identify best practice.Preparing and presenting performance data for internal and contractor meetings.Building strong stakeholder relationships to support the success of the EDM programme.Driving continuous improvement across SDM & EDM teams.Base location: Reading, Clearwater Court
    Working pattern: 36hrs per week, Hybrid

    To thrive in the role, the essential criteria you'll need are: A strong understanding of the water industry (wastewater monitoring experience is highly desirable).Knowledge of regulatory requirements and Health & Safety standards.Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.A full, valid driving licence (due to site visits).Additional Skills and experience that would make you stand out: Experience with wastewater monitoring equipment.Proven track record of delivering excellent results in a technical environment.What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £45,000 to £54,000 per annum.Car Allowance - £4,500 per annum26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).Performance-related pay plan linked to company targets.Generous pension scheme through AON.Generous Paternity Leave: 4 weeks paid, plus an optional 2 weeks unpaid.Enhanced Maternity Leave: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.Access to health and wellbeing benefits, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, and more.Find out more about our benefits and perks

    Who are we?
    We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

    Learn more about our purpose and values

    Working at Thames Water
    Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

    If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

    Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

    We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

    When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

    Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Read Less
  • Retail Security Officer  

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    Job Overview: Mitie is looking for a Retail security officer who can d... Read More
    Job Overview: Mitie is looking for a Retail security officer who can deliver exceptional customer service whilst creating a safe shopping environment, free from the fear of crime for customers and colleagues. It is preferable that you hold a current SIA licence or SIA Certificates (but in some circumstances training for a licence can be provided) Vetting It is vital that you have a full 5-year checkable employment/education history, failure to do so could mean your offer will be withdrawn or your employment terminated. Main duties: To deliver industry leading customer service To deter violence and public order offences To conduct patrols of the store Utilising CCTV systems to support the reduction of crime and stock loss Liaise with the store management teams Liaise with the Police and crime partnerships where required to foster a great working relationship to support the reduction of crime in store To wear Body Worn CCTV to support in the reduction of crime and increase colleague and customer safety Benefits to working with Mitie include: Contracted hours Annual leave entitlement Pension and Life insurance schemes Free uniform supplied SIA Re-licencing programme Comprehensive induction and training programme Access to Mitie's outstanding employee benefits including financial services, retail discounts, reward schemes and online GP services. Apprenticeship schemes Progression and development opportunities All breaks are paid Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans. When you join us, we’ll give you a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices. This gives you the chance to customise your benefits to best suit your lifestyle. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost and much more! We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10, - giving peace of mind for your dependants. We also offer a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie). We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there’s a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,! Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing at . Read Less
  • Additional Locations: United Kingdom-Reading; United Kingdom-Basingsto... Read More
    Additional Locations: United Kingdom-Reading; United Kingdom-Basingstoke; United Kingdom-Camberley; United Kingdom-Guildford; United Kingdom-Slough; United Kingdom-Woking Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions. About the Role The Field Clinical Specialist (FCS) provides field/remote clinical, technical and educational support to assigned accounts at a Regional and sometimes National or EMEA level. Work is driven by Customer demand and pre-planned support requirements. The primary focus is with case support and using clinical expertise to influence Customer usage of the full portfolio. Supporting the Boston Scientific Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) product portfolio across West London and South Central England, this remote field-based role offers a permanent position and requires extensive travel (approx. four days per week in the field). Your responsibilities will include: Serves as primary resource for clinical support in the areas of case coverage, troubleshooting and account support. Educates customers on the merits and proper clinical usage of our CRM products by supporting implants, assisting with troubleshooting, providing education and training for Cardiac Physiologists and clinicians to keep customers abreast of the latest product and technology developments and proper programming of devices. Attends cases in labs of hospital accounts for implant support and development efforts. Provides initial and continuous, as needed, training in the field and feedback for sales teams (as appropriate) on products, features and accounts. Supports Sales teams in meeting with existing and potential clients (e.g., physicians, physician office groups at hospitals) by traveling as required to identify their clinical needs, goals, and constraints related to patient care and to discuss and demonstrate how company products can help them to achieve their goals. Develops relationships with hospital personnel (e.g., through casual conversation, meetings, participation in conferences) to make new contacts in other departments within hospitals and to identify key decision makers to facilitate future sales. Responds to customer needs and complaints regarding products and service by developing creative and feasible solutions or working with other related personnel (e.g., sales, clinical research, marketing, technical support) to develop optimal solutions. In this role, you will be part of the UK South team. Primarily responsible for covering West London and South Central England, you may on occasion be required to support colleagues in neighbouring regions across the south of the UK. This remote field-based role requires extensive travel (approx. four days per week) within the assigned territory. What are we looking for in you: Successfully completed degree studies (or equivalent) within Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences or a healthcare subject (e.g. within the field of cardiology) is beneficial. Professional experience in a clinical role within hospitals or industry, preferably within CRM or with alternative cardiology focused medical devices is beneficial. Strong communication skills. Can understand and communicate complex technical and clinical details. Can rapidly adapt to a very dynamic marketplace. Strong team player, collaborative, can build relationships and work cross-functionally. Self-motivated and can influence others. Flexible, adaptable but focused and persistent. Willing and can travel extensively as required by workload. What we can offer to you: Experience in a groundbreaking multinational company with attractive benefits. Inspirational colleagues and culture. Career development. Fast growing and innovative environment. A company team culture. International opportunities. Excellent training/development programs. A permanent position. A remote field-based role. Want to see what a day in the life of a Field Clinical Specialist looks like? Watch the video below:
    Application closing date: Sunday 15th February Requisition ID: 622878 As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen. So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you! Read Less
  • Senior Business Analyst  

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    What you’ll be doing: Build strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders across business and digital teams, communicating clearly and confidently at all levels. Lead and deliver high-quality business analysis across digital and transformation initiatives, ensuring outcomes are well defined and measurable. Coach and mentor Business Analysts within the practice, supporting their development and setting high standards for analysis quality. Work closely with business areas to identify, shape, and prioritise opportunities, positively challenging preconceptions and driving collaboration across teams. Support teams to visualise outcomes, prioritise work, define scope, and deliver against agreed minimum viable products (MVPs). Partner with the Lead Business Analyst to evolve the capability, maturity, and influence of the Business Analysis Community, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and service excellence. Act as an escalation point for Business Analysis activities and deliverables, facilitating discussions to resolve issues and agree on remedial actions across projects and stakeholders. Contribute to portfolio management by supporting the assessment, shaping, and prioritisation of incoming digital initiatives and ideas. What you’ll bring: Essential experience Extensive experience operating as a Senior Business Analyst within a digital or transformation-led delivery environment. Proven experience coaching, mentoring, and quality assuring the work of other Business Analysts. Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to simplify complex business and technical concepts for diverse audiences. Experience working within Agile delivery models, with Scrum Master or Product Owner certification. Experience supporting portfolio or demand management for incoming project or product initiatives. Desirable experience Certification or practical experience with DevOps tools, practices, and ways of working. Knowledge of the Water Industry, including regulatory and operational environments. Deep expertise in Business Analysis practices, techniques, and standards. Management or leadership qualification. What’s in it for you? Competitive salary from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to both company and individual performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less
  • Senior Technical Assurance Engineer  

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    What you’ll be doing as a Senior Technical Assurance Engineer Lead technical assurance across capital projects, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality. Champion a strong health, safety, and wellbeing culture, supporting Thames Water’s ‘Triple Zero’ vision. Collaborate with contractors and consultants to ensure compliance with our technical, environmental, and regulatory standards. Ensure solutions meet the Project Brief, address stakeholder needs and deliver the best Whole Life Cost. Hybrid – Clearwater Court with travel to other sites. The successful candidate will be required to be on-site for 2 to 3 days a week. Work Pattern - 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday, we are open to part-time and full-time hours. What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: Hold a degree in Electrical Instrumentation, Control & Automation, or possess equivalent experience in a relevant role within the water or wastewater sector. We also welcome candidates with transferable skills from other industries who bring strong technical expertise and a passion for engineering excellence. Be a leader in promoting a culture of Health, Safety and Well-being. Have significant experience working in a design or related role. Have detailed technical knowledge of asset standards, and expertise within your discipline, plus experience of working across engineering disciplines. Active input into the Stage Gate and Technical Governance of projects. Be commercially aware with a good practical understanding of engineering contracts. Have a desire to adopt and demonstrate behaviours aligned with Thames Water’s Values. Be resilient, tenacious under pressure and highly motivated to successfully deliver projects safely to time, cost and quality. What’s in it for you? Competitive salary from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays). Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution. Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being. Read Less
  • CE Technical Architect  

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    Job description About us KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions a growing M... Read More
    Job description About us KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions a growing Microsoft Dynamics Practice delivering world class solutions in ERP, CRM, and e-Commerce. Our solutions are focused on advisory and implementation services that relate to the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 products including (CRM & ERP). Such systems are strategic IT solutions which integrate all the management information across an entire organisation into one single intuitive software application. They embrace all departments of a company from finance to manufacturing to customer relationship management, HR, and sales, in one single system. About the Role: The Dynamics Power Platforms CE Technical Architect is a core team member of KPMG customer delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 centered solutions. The Architect will be involved in the business processes and solution design and will be hands on configuring and customizing the implementation of Dynamics Power Platforms solutions leading both onshore and offshore development teams. This role is an important element of KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions’ delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE projects. It is a dynamic and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing business area within an established and market-leading global Big 4 firm. Responsibilities: Contribute to the delivery of high-quality business and software solutions to our clients using knowledge of Dynamics 365 CE functional capabilities working closely with client teams and business stakeholders Lead, organise, manage, and document workshops, meetings and requirements sessions with the client representatives, project stakeholders and delivery team(s) Be responsible for ensuring our pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as our client engagements Interface effectively with other members of the delivery team and the solution Architect to ensure that the Power Platforms solution meets client’s requirements Contribute to the wider CE practice by defining training needs within the team and coaching or mentoring other team members Identify business/project risk and mitigate or communicate as necessary Deliver high quality business and software solutions and services to clients ensuring the implementation of best practices based on Microsoft Dynamics standards and supported configuration/customisations The creation of high quality and sustainable client solutions and project documentation including support for testing activities  Deliver all consultancy and configuration work according to KPMG project methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan: on time and on budget Contribute to Pre-Sales activities as required including building demo and proof of concept solutions for various client presentations Delivery of end-user training to clients and colleagues where applicable Meet and exceed customer expectations of business knowledge, skills, and behaviour Identify business/project risks and mitigate or communicate as necessary Communicate progress updates to relevant parties both formally and informally Lead practice development activities such as defining and configuring industry specific solutions In all activities, ensure timely completion of internal processes and mandatory training Work on own initiative and with minimal support if needed Promotes the Values of our company Always represent KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions in a professional and positive manner. Qualifications and Essential Skills: Extensive experience as a CRM Consultant with largescale implementations, deep and broad knowledge of technical capabilities of Dynamics 365, including appropriate certification. Must be able to show good knowledge of practices for Dynamics 365 Strong understanding of Azure and cloud technologies, .Net development and Power BI. Deeper understanding of the broader Microsoft stack and be able to leverage it to create powerful solutions (PowerApps, Power BI, Common Data Services, Azure, Office 365) and working in fast paced Agile environments. Ability to clearly articulate and present ideas and solutions in line with the capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365. Successfully translate business and customer needs into a great digital customer experience. Good understanding of Microsoft Dynamics Power Platforms Accelerators, industry templates and add-ons Leading and mentoring junior team members Willingness to develop knowledge of new functionality in the Microsoft platforms, keeping on top of roadmaps, studying for certifications to ensure we help deliver best solutions to our clients Knowledge of best practices for working with offshore teams Microsoft Dynamics CRM Certifications, ideally most current versions are desirable Preferably a University graduate with relevant degree within a computing or business discipline Tech Skills: Strong experience in writing .Net code for Dataverse Plugins Strong experience in writing Client-Side scripting to support client-side customization of Power Platform Experience in the development of supporting technologies such as Azure Functions, Logic Apps & Data Factory Experience in complex data migrations between applications and the Dataverse Experience in designing and implementing enterprise integrations with the Power Platform and knowledge of integration patterns An excellent understanding of the technical principles within the Power Platform Extensive knowledge and experience of implementing testing methodologies for code components Extensive knowledge and experience of implementing automated unit testing for code components Extensive knowledge and experience in performing code reviews Knowledge and experience in up-to-date coding trends for development of robust, security conscious solutions Excellent knowledge of source control technologies and branching strategies Demonstratable knowledge and experience of implementing automated build and release pipelines for continuous integration and delivery (CICD) Ability to mentor junior team members on their technical knowledge to increase the competency of the team and quality of delivery Soft Skills: Confident in own ability and demonstrates this to clients and colleagues Works independently as well as in a team environment Excellent presentation and demonstration skills Good, clear communication skills Ability to lead work-stream and present to the C-Suite stakeholders Ability to manage time and prioritise multiple tasks accordingly Thinks clearly and responds calmly when under pressure Strong problem-solving capabilities Strong client centric approach with emphasis on client satisfaction Confidence to reach out to more senior colleagues for guidance Experience and Background: Extensive experience as a CRM Technical Architect with largescale implementations, deep and broad knowledge of technical capabilities of Dynamics 365. Must be able to show good knowledge of practices for Dynamics 365Experience in a delivery-orientated IT environment using waterfall and agile methodologies. Deep understanding of software development lifecycle, development management,  Read Less
  • Field Sales Executive  

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    Job DescriptionOur client is not just another software distributor the... Read More
    Job DescriptionOur client is not just another software distributor they are innovators shaping the future of enterprise solutions. Established in 2009, they has become a global leader, revolutionising the way IT resellers connect with cutting-edge technologies. Your Role: New Business Development: Lead the charge in identifying and cultivating new business opportunities, guiding clients from prospecting to closure. Market Research: Dive deep into market trends, uncovering potential clients and creating valuable meeting opportunities. Relationship Building: Forge enduring relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions. Sales Target Achievement: Drive growth and exceed sales targets through meticulous planning and execution. Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with our pre-sales team, providing crucial technical support throughout the sales cycle. Networking: Attend industry events, seminars, and workshops to expand our network and promote a wide range of tech offerings. Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with internal teams to develop sales strategies aligned with company objectives. Requirements: Proven Sales Experience: Demonstrated success in sales, ideally within enterprise software or IT solutions. Hunter Mentality: A relentless drive to seek out and secure new business opportunities. Exceptional Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate complex technical solutions. Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite. Self-Motivation: A results-driven approach with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Travel and Benefits: Travel: Flexibility to work in-office, remotely, and travel to meet clients and attend events. Additional benefits include private healthcare and more. If you’re ready to make an impact in a dynamic and innovative environment, apply now. Read Less
  • Security Administrator  

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    The Protective Security Team are responsible for keeping Thames Water... Read More
    The Protective Security Team are responsible for keeping Thames Water people, infrastructure, assets, operations, processes, and data secure. As an Administrator in the Protective Security Team working alongside the other team administrators, you will supply the day-to-day administrative service the team requires, provide some administrative assistance to facilitate our security vetting process, and support the Protective Security Management Team in meeting our regulatory and legal requirements to organisations such as DEFRA.

    What you’ll be doing as a Security Administrator Assisting in the administration associated with legislative compliance.Management and updating of the team databases, spreadsheets and shared team spaces, including SharePoint sites (private and business-facing sites).Processing of vetting application forms for onward vetting checks.Management shared mailboxes.Secretariat duties for team governance meetings and ad hoc meeting support.Monitoring incident reporting and collating data for analysis and preparation for onward reporting.Collation of risk and management information, and preparation for its presentation as per business governance schedules.Coordination and monitoring of team schedules.Supporting the Programme Team.Ad hoc administrative tasks.Location – Hybrid Kemble Court, Reading
    Hours – 36 hours per week.

    What you should bring to the role Previously employed in a similar administrative environment, i.e. audit, compliance, preferably within a regulated, structured or security environment.Working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Forms and Power BI).Working with large volumes of data and a keen eye for detail with an analytical and curious mind.Organisational skill and the ability to manage and prioritise own workload to meet regulator milestones and organisational deadlines.Effective communication and relationship building with key stakeholders.Experience using Microsoft Forms and Power BI.What’s in it for you? Offering between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills.24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.A wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.Find out more about our benefits and perks.

    Who are we?
    We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

    Learn more about our purpose and values.

    Working at Thames Water
    Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

    If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

    Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

    We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

    When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

    Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Read Less
  • Store Manager  

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      Role overview:   The Store Manager oversees daily operations, drives sales performance, manages a team of motivated employees, and ensures exceptional customer service to achieve business goals.  Responsibilities:   Effectively running all store operations to ensure meeting or exceeding sales & KPI targets, set clear sales goals, track performances whilst evolving processes to ensure continuous store growth.    Create and maintain colleague schedules to ensure proper coverage and productivity.  Creating a positive team culture through recruiting, training and continuously developing your team. Building a motivated and high performing team, increasing chances of store success.    Analysing sales data and financial reports to make quick and well-informed decisions, identifying and responding to areas of opportunity Operationally & Commercially.   Develop and implement strategies to meet and exceed sales targets.   Attract, engage and motivate customers into making purchases by using the latest visual merchandising techniques. Ensuring merchandise displays are attractive and align to brand guidelines.   Ensure your teams are delivering the highest level of service in store in order to achieve a positive net promoter score (NPS)  Address customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints in a timely and professional manner.  Drive existing customer loyalty programs and promotions to enhance customer engagement.  Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.   Monitor and control store expenses to stay within budget.   Ensure the store complies with health & safety regulations.     Role objectives and KPI’s:   Contribute to achieving or exceeding the stores monthly sales target.   Drive all additional KPIs including but not limited to Units, Conversion, ATV, UPT.    Achieve upselling or cross-selling targets.  Maintain a high Net Promotor Score.  Ensure stock accuracy during store Audits.  Ensure all new colleagues complete mandatory training required.   Ensure employee satisfaction stores or engagement survey results meet or exceed company benchmarks.  Ensure operational costs are kept within the allocated budget    Skills and Experience:  Previous management experience in a fast-paced Retail/ Customer Facing environment  Passionate about retail & hold a good understanding of the latest trends and our competitors    Hold strong leadership skills & have previous experience of coaching and developing a strong team   Strong communication skills   Proven track record of managing and exceeding sales targets and KPI’s  Have experience in analysing reports & making commercial decisions   Keen eye for detail & commerciality. Previous experience within visual merchandising would be advantageous  Promote JD Group values to internal and external stakeholders      Benefits  We know our employees work tirelessly to make JD Group the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits:   Quarterly discretionary bonus schemes   Company discount of 30% off a large number of products in-store and online (JD Sports, Size?, Foot Patrol, Blacks, Millets, GO Outdoors)   Exclusive deals and discounts and offers from retail and hospitality businesses through our online benefits platform (TELUS Health)   Access to digital health and well-being services through our benefits platform (TELUS Health)  Health cash plans  Wide range of internal development courses to support personal and professional development throughout your career journey with the Group  Access to apprenticeships & accredited qualifications - Earn while you learn and gain nationally recognised qualifications (England Only)   Company Sick Pay scheme   Health Care Cover   Discounted Gym memberships at JD Gyms   Life Assurance   Access to colleague networks, to share lived experiences and support initiatives that drive positive change.  Opportunities to volunteer and contribute to JD Foundation   Employer engagement forums to help influence positive change   Incremental Holiday Allowance      Read Less
  • Change Lead  

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    What you’ll be doing as a Change Lead: As a Change Lead, you’ll be responsible for shaping and delivering change management strategies that enable our colleagues to embrace, adopt and use the new systems and processes. You’ll Own and lead the change impact assessment for the projects and programmes under your remit Design, deploy and manage key change management deliverables such as the change plan, training needs assessment, communications plan and change readiness assessment Identify and collaborate with Business Change Analysts and Champions within each business area, building a strong internal network for change. Build and maintain strong relationships with external and internal teams to ensure alignment on goals Work closely with the change areas to make sure we map out the change impact and dependencies Manage a team of Change Analysts, providing coaching and development to ensure effective delivery Manage change to scope, time and budget within agreed tolerances or escalate changes accordingly. Base location: Hybrid/ Reading, with occasional travel across the Thames Water sites Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week What you should bring to the role We’re looking for someone who can lead and influence buy-in for new systems, processes and ways of working. You’ll need: Significant experience in planning, development and implementation of change management strategies in large-scale transformation projects Excellent communication with ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders from senior management to end users Line management experience and management of teams Experience in budget management and forecasting. Management of suppliers across the entire delivery life cycle. Customer-centric delivery experience. Ability to work effectively with external and internal teams/projects, building strong relationships, and fostering teamwork are essential for successful change initiatives Deep understanding of how change management integrates with broader business functions, applying strong commercial awareness Be a strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture, anticipate challenges, and develop long-term plans. Required Experience Experience of delivering change within large-scale transformation projects using a structured change delivery approach Certification in Change Management (Prosci, APMG) is desired but not essential with demonstrable experience. Certifications in Project management/business improvement like Prince2, Lean Competency System 1c or equivalent, will also be considered What’s in it for you? Competitive salary from £61,010 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave – 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance. Annual Bonus. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Private Medical Health Care. Access to a wide range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, and finances—including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance. Read Less
  • Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor  

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    What you’ll be doing as a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor Lead site... Read More
    What you’ll be doing as a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor Lead site assurance visits to verify compliance against Legal and Thames Water Standards, procedures and processes. Support stakeholders by providing relevant HSW performance data and promoting HSW initiatives through performance meetings. Advise stakeholders and contractors on HSW matters, including compliance with applicable legislation, industry best practice and Thames Water Management System, Standards, Processes, and Procedures, liaising with Enforcing Authorities and professional groups. Lead high-risk incident investigations as well as support stakeholders in completing low-risk incident investigations. Investigations should identify non-compliance, root causes, and associated risks, with action plans agreed with the site management team. Verify incidents, actions and safety observations being tracked to closure promptly to avoid becoming overdue. Support stakeholders in identifying training requirements, including reviewing and monitoring of Team Skills Registers, etc. Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders and Contractors to review and maintain performance, and drive continuous improvement. Lead or support individual ad-hoc projects as directed and in line with current business needs and priorities. Base Location: Hybrid – Multiple sites Working Pattern: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: In-depth understanding of UK Safety, Health and Wellbeing Legislation. Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications, specifically Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel. Full UK Driving licence. Technical knowledge of a related or operational industry, e.g. utilities, infrastructure, transport, manufacturing or construction, is advantageous, though not essential. NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent and/ or ability to demonstrate significant experience in an operational environment. What’s in it for you? Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Car allowance. Candidates with excellent and relevant operational experience will be supported to obtain the relevant qualification to achieve CMIOSH or equivalent. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Read Less
  • Contract Manager  

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    What you’ll be doing as a Contracts ManagerThis role is located within Thames Water’s Operational Projects and Logistics Team (OPAL). Current contracts cover several key business activities, including waste network services, leak detection, fleet services, haulage, plant and equipment hire, facilities management, waste management and many more. OPAL contracts play a key role in the overall operation of Thames Water’s activities and as such, are high profile within the business. You will be the responsible Contract Manager for a portfolio of contracts across a range of operational activities, meaning no two days are the same! With several existing and new contracts within OPAL requiring contract management, there is a real opportunity to take ownership of these agreements, develop relationships with suppliers and drive performance to deliver exceptional service to our internal and external customers. Manage supplier relationships, acting as the named contract signatory for contractual matters on a portfolio of contracts. Manage the performance of contractors by the relevant contract requirements and business operational needs, to ensure the best value and services from suppliers are achieved. Build relationships with key stakeholders and communicate relevant contract information as required. Identify and implement opportunities/improvements for commercial efficiencies across operational activities and contracts. Lead on contract negotiations and implementation of contract variations as required. Provide contract-related issue resolution for any arising disputes with suppliers. Ensure that all processes followed are in line with legislation and company policies and are auditable with key documents, information and communications confidentially stored. Line management is responsible for a small number of Contract Performance Coordinators, who will assist with to day running of the contracts. Complete contract close-out, reviewing contracts for extension or renewal, and assisting procurement teams where applicable for re-procurement. What you should bring to the role We are seeking an experienced contract manager with demonstrable experience in managing operational contracts (be that a large-scale high-value contract or a portfolio of contracts). A strong technical understanding of commercial and contract management. Keen attention to detail and good analytical skills are required. Excellent written skills and an ability to communicate information and influence key stakeholders at all levels (internal and external to the company) are a must. What’s in it for you? Offering between £46,500 to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills. 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays) Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution. Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. A wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well-being. Read Less
  • Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor  

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    In this role, you will help deliver our Health, Safety and Wellbeing S... Read More
    In this role, you will help deliver our Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy whilst assuring compliance with the Thames Water Management System, Standards, Processes, and Procedures. The role is primarily field-based, with some hybrid working. It will require frequent travel, generally within a specified region but occasionally throughout the wider Thames Water supply area.

    What you’ll be doing as a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor Lead site assurance visits to verify compliance against Legal and Thames Water Standards, procedures and processes.Support stakeholders by providing relevant HSW performance data and promoting HSW initiatives through performance meetings.Advise stakeholders and contractors on HSW matters, including compliance with applicable legislation, industry best practice and Thames Water Management System, Standards, Processes, and Procedures, liaising with Enforcing Authorities and professional groups.Lead high-risk incident investigations as well as support stakeholders in completing low-risk incident investigations. Investigations should identify non-compliance, root causes, and associated risks, with action plans agreed with the site management team.Verify incidents, actions and safety observations being tracked to closure promptly to avoid becoming overdue.Support stakeholders in identifying training requirements, including reviewing and monitoring of Team Skills Registers, etc.Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders and Contractors to review and maintain performance, and drive continuous improvement.Lead or support individual ad-hoc projects as directed and in line with current business needs and priorities.Base Location: Hybrid – Multiple sites
    Working Pattern: 36 hours

    What you should bring to the role
    To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: In-depth understanding of UK Safety, Health and Wellbeing Legislation.Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications, specifically Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.Full UK Driving licence.Technical knowledge of a related or operational industry, e.g. utilities, infrastructure, transport, manufacturing or construction, is advantageous, though not essential.NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent and/ or ability to demonstrate significant experience in an operational environment.What’s in it for you? Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience.Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)Generous Pension Scheme through AON.Car allowance.Candidates with excellent and relevant operational experience will be supported to obtain the relevant qualification to achieve CMIOSH or equivalent.Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.Find out more about our benefits and perks.

    Who are we?
    We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

    Learn more about our purpose and values.

    Working at Thames Water
    Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

    If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

    Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

    We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

    When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

    Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Read Less
  • Floor Manager  

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      Role overview:   We are looking for an Enthusiastic Floor Manager ready to step into a junior management role and advance within their management career. As the vital link between management and staff you will have avid collaboration opportunities with senior managers, championing yours and your teams career development.  Responsibilities:   Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction by driving and maintainingexceptional service standards and promptly and addressing customer needs.  Drive team sales through effective merchandising, stock replenishment & team motivation.   Lead and develop the shopfloor team to ensure high performance, engagementand adherence to store policies and procedures.  Ensure the shopfloor is consistently clean, organised, and visually appealing to enhance the customer shopping experience.  Ensure that stock replenishment is completed regularly.   Provide excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving complaints professionally.  Help manage day-to-day operations, including opening and closing procedures.  Support cash management tasks, such as processing transactions and reconciling tills.  Foster a positive work environment by leading, mentoring, and mentoring and developing store colleagues to enhance their performance and engagement.    Role objectivesand KPI’s:   Contribute to achieving or exceeding the stores monthly sales target.   Drive all additionalKPIs including but not limited to Units, Conversion, ATV, UPT.    Achieve upselling or cross-selling targets.  Maintain a high Net Promotor Score.  Ensure stock accuracy during store Audits.  Ensure all new colleagues complete mandatory training required.   Ensure employee satisfaction stores or engagement survey results meet or exceed company benchmarks.    Skills and Experience:  Previoussupervisory or management experience in a fast-paced Retail/ Customer Facing environment  Passionate about retail & hold a good understanding of the latest trends and our competitors   Previousexperience of coaching and developing individuals   Strong communicationskills   Strong attention to detail & ability to maintainhigh standardson the shop floor  Promote JD Group values to internal and external stakeholders        Benefits  We know our employees work tirelessly to make JD Group the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits:   Monthly discretionary bonus schemes   Company discount of 25% off a large number ofproducts in-store and online (JD Sports, Size?,Foot Patrol, Blacks, Millets, GO Outdoors)  Exclusive deals and discounts and offers from retail and hospitality businesses through our online benefits platform (TELUS Health)  Access to digital health and well-being services through our benefits platform (TELUS Health)  Health cash plans  Wide range of internal development courses to support personal and professional development throughout your career journey with the Group  Access to apprenticeships & accredited qualifications - Earn while you learn and gain nationally recognised qualifications (England Only)   Discounted Gym memberships at JD Gyms   Access to colleague networks, to share lived experiences and support initiatives that drive positive change.  Opportunities to volunteer and contribute to JD Foundation   Employer engagement forums to help influence positive change   Incremental Holiday Allowance    Read Less
  • Senior PCI Analyst  

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    Overview WELCOME TO SITAAt SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines fly... Read More
    Overview WELCOME TO SITAAt SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.Youll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We dont just move the world forwardwere proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.Are you ready to love your job?The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAMAs Senior PCI Analyst, you will support the implementation, control, and continuous improvement of PCI DSS 4.0.1 compliance across SITAs airport and infrastructure environments.
    You will be accountable for ensuring audit readiness, maintaining compliance documentation, and driving alignment with PCI DSS standards and SITAs internal security policies.
    Reporting to the Lead Quality Assurance, you will be part of the Compliance team, responsible for safeguarding payment data security and supporting operational excellence across global airport systems. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Assist in developing and executing the PCI DSS 4.0.1 compliance programme, including documentation and audit evidence. Coordinate with internal teams (GRC, SoC, Infrastructure, Development) and external auditors for timely compliance deliverables. Support implementation and validation of technical controls such as vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and system hardening. Maintain and update the Roles and Responsibilities Matrix for PCI DSS scope. Monitor and report on PCI DSS control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend remediation. Facilitate internal readiness assessments and mock audits for PCI DSS certification. Track and manage audit findings, ensuring timely resolution and documentation. Deliver PCI DSS awareness and training sessions for relevant teams. Assist in planning compliance activities, including resource and timeline estimation. Ensure annual review and update of all compliance documentation (policies, procedures, diagrams). Qualifications WHO YOU ARE:Minimum 5 years experience in Quality Assurance, Information Security, or Compliance roles. Hands-on experience with PCI DSS compliance programmes, including evidence collection and audit readiness. Strong understanding of PCI DSS 4.0.1 requirements and security best practices. Familiarity with SSDLC, vulnerability management, and risk-based control assessments. Skilled in preparing compliance artefacts (AOC, ROC, policy documentation). Excellent communication and documentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.NICE-TO-HAVE: Industry certifications such as PCIP, CISA, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. ISEB Foundation or equivalent QA qualification. Experience with tools for vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and log review.WHAT WE OFFERWe're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever. Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs) Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans. Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world. Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs. Professional Development: At SITA, we believe growth fuels innovation. Our learning ecosystem offers access to world-class platforms and programs designed to help you thrive. From LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft's Enterprise Skills Initiative, and Airport Council Internationalavailable to all employeesto specialized solutions like Pluralsight for technology upskilling, Harvard Business Publishing for people leadership, Stanford for strategic development and many others, we align learning opportunities with your Development Plan and our business priorities. Your development journey is supported every step of the way. Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process. Read Less
  • Engineering Project Manager Industrial Placement  

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    Are you interested in how engineering projects are planned, delivered, and managed from start to finish? At Thames Water, our one year Engineering Project Manager Industrial Placement offers you the opportunity to support the delivery of engineering projects that help maintain and improve water and wastewater services.What you’ll be doing across your placement year Working alongside Project Managers, planners, and commercial teams to support project delivery Gaining exposure to project planning, coordination, and management activities Participating in the delivery of engineering projects from concept to completion Visiting sites to see projects in action and understand real-world engineering challenges Developing practical skills in a real-world project environment Supporting the team with tasks that contribute to the successful delivery of projects What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is Working towards an engineering or project management related degree We’re looking for enthusiastic and curious individuals who enjoy working with others and learning new skills. You’ll be someone who likes sharing ideas, asking questions, and contributing as part of a supportive and diverse team What’s in it for you? Salary: £23,000 Location: Reading, Clearwater Court Duration: 1 year placement, starting September 2026 until August 2027 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays)  Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance  Next steps Apply online by completing the application form for the role Complete the online pre-screen and assessment sent to you by email after you apply. This stage helps us get to know you better and may include: Questions about your values, personality, and how you would handle different situations Reasoning exercises (including verbal, numerical, mechanical, or inductive), depending on the programme Upload evidence of your degree(s), or a letter from your university if you are currently studying, when requested Record a video interview so we can learn more about you and your motivations If successful, attend an interview which will be taking place from March 2026 Offer and feedback Read Less

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