Application Support Manager Permanent Manchester Salary: £77,100 - £87,200 Working arrangements: Hybrid, with two days a week in the office including Thursday as the team anchor day Shape a proactive application support function for AQA's growing technology portfolio. This is a new senior leadership role with the freedom to shape how AQA supports and manages its enterprise applications. You'll move the function towards proactive service excellence, ensuring reliable, resilient and well-governed live services that give users the support they need. The portfolio includes Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Workday and enterprise AI, with scope continuing to grow. You'll join the Enterprise Applications leadership team and lead the application support function. You'll bring together internal teams, service owners and suppliers, put governance and customer experience at the centre of live service and ensure new and changed applications can move smoothly into...

Application Delivery Manager Permanent Manchester Salary: £77,100 - £87,200 Working arrangements: Hybrid, with two days a week in the office including Thursday as the team anchor day Shape how enterprise applications change is delivered across AQA. This is a new senior leadership role with the scope to shape AQA's Enterprise Applications delivery approach. You'll bring internal teams, specialist partners and matrix-managed resources together to deliver high-quality, impactful change across a growing software portfolio that includes Dynamics 365, Power Platform and enterprise AI. Your decisions will help AQA maximise our growing technology investment and support the services colleagues and customers rely on to deliver fair assessment for learners. You'll join the Enterprise Applications leadership team and lead the functional technology change delivery teams. This is an IT leadership role focused on building Product development delivery capability and...

Graduate Energy Consultant - Renewables (Glasgow / Manchester / London) Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Program (GDP) and help shape better environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, creativity and ambition - and together, we'll create lasting change. What You'll Get Our two-year Graduate Development Program is designed to accelerate your growth as you begin your Jacobs career. Through blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you'll build capability across four key areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy, and developing your personal passions. You'll tailor your learning journey to your interests, career goals and technical strengths - creating a graduate experience that's uniquely yours. Much of your development will come through real project work, supported by your manager and mentor to ensure you gain the experiences that matter most. The Graduate Development Program isn't just a steppingstone -...

We're looking for an enthusiastic individual to join us for as a seasonal worker at Shelter! This is a brand-new role as a Warehouse Supervisor in our Preston Furniture shop. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a key time of year helping to raise vital funds throughout our Autumn and Winter period for people who are homeless or badly housed. About the role You will be responsible for co-ordinating the day-to-day running of our seasonal fulfilment operation. It will involve working as a team with order pickers motivating them and ensuring customer orders are picked, packed and dispatched accurately on time adhering to SLA's and you will be the first point of contact for the order pickers and any operational issues. This is a hands-on role and will require strong leadership, attention to detail and keeping things running smoothly in a fast-paced environment, helping to generate vital income through our online shop and supporting our mission to end the housing...

Are you an experienced Accounts Manager, Client Manager or ambitious Senior Accountant looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your career? Are you looking for a position where you can take ownership of your own client portfolio, build meaningful relationships with business owners and have the opportunity to contribute beyond the traditional accounts preparation and compliance function? We are working with an established independent accountancy practice in the Greater Manchester area. The firm provides a broad range of accountancy and taxation services to businesses across a variety of sectors and is particularly interested in experienced practice professionals who enjoy combining technical expertise with a proactive, client-focused approach. This opportunity would suit someone who is confident managing client relationships, enjoys supporting and developing colleagues and would welcome the chance to take on greater responsibility within a professional and...

Interim Finance Manager Award-Winning Creative Agency Outside IR35 - 6 months Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with an award-winning, search-first content marketing agency, in the search for an Interim Commercial Finance Manager to join their finance team on a day rate contract basis. This is a hands-on, high-impact interim assignment for a commercially-minded finance professional who can hit the ground running, pick up a structured handover, and keep the finance function moving through a period of real change. The Business: Our client is one of the UK's most recognised search-first marketing agencies, creating and optimising content across SEO, social, digital PR and AI search for a roster of household-name consumer and B2B brands. Headquartered in the North with offices in Manchester, London and New York, the business has picked up a long list of industry awards, including being named the best agency outside London, and continues to grow both in the UK and...

ACA Qualified Practice Manager - Accountancy Practice Location: Leyland, Lancashire Salary: £120,000-£150,000 Working Pattern: Full Time Hybrid Working An exceptional opportunity to lead and develop a highly successful, profitable and growing accountancy practice. Are you an ambitious, commercially minded ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with strong leadership skills and the entrepreneurial drive to run a business as though it were your own? If so, this could be an outstanding career opportunity. We are working exclusively with the owners of a highly successful, forward-thinking Chartered Accountancy practice based in Leyland, who are looking to appoint an exceptional individual to take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership, management and continued growth of the business. With an established client base, strong profitability, a talented team and impressive technology already in place, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the reins of...

Help define the future architecture of digital services used by citizens, businesses and intermediaries across the UK . The Insolvency Service, in partnership with Inspire People, is looking for a Technical Architect with a software development background, preferably within .NET/C# environments, to join its Digital Services team and help define the technical direction of a portfolio of live digital services as the organisation modernises its technology estate. Permanent role, salary £57,367 - £74,319 (based on assessment at interview), 29% employer pension contribution plus full Civil Service benefits. Flexible, hybrid working (60% in office across a month) from 9 UK locations - Birmingham, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Exeter, Ipswich, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Nottingham. Croydon and Stratford are available to existing Insolvency Service employees only. If you would like to find out more about the role, the team and what it's like to work at the Insolvency Service, we are...

Assistant Building Manager Trafford Park Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience Are you passionate about Facilities Management and looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Our client, a leading organisation in the property management sector, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Building Manager to join their team Key Responsibilities: Oversee and monitor all Hard and Soft services on-site to ensure effective delivery and establish planned preventative maintenance programmes. Assist the Senior Building Manager in conducting contract meetings with suppliers, including performance assessments and compliance monitoring through a KPI management system. Validate invoices for services and completed works, while keeping a close eye on expenditures to alert the Management Team of any significant variances. Promote occupier engagement through various forums, including tenant meetings, working groups and networking events....

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship  could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you’ll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters.  Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career.  As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands‑on experience in...

About the job Salary: £28,000 - 29,500 Our charity delivers a series of interventions that help disadvantaged learners in Further Education to secure gateway English and maths qualifications that unlock opportunities. These interventions include our award-winning GCSE Resit Tuition Programme, for those resitting GCSEs, our Functional Skills Tuition Programme, supporting those on or aspiring to undertake apprenticeship programmes, and training and resources to support teachers and leaders of English and maths in Further Education. Our benefits include: 36 days of holidays per year (including bank holidays) Ongoing learning and development opportunities Flexible hybrid and remote working Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Termly 'in-person' team development days at our offices in London The opportunity to work in a progressive and socially conscious, growing organisation where we can have an outsized impact on its success and...

Product Manager Permanent Manchester £71,100 - £81,200 Smart Hybrid Working - min 2x days a week in the office Introduction You'll join AQA at an exciting point in the evolution of our Enterprise Technology function, with the opportunity to shape how some of our most important enterprise platforms support the organisation now and in the future. We're creating two Product Manager opportunities, each with a distinct product focus: one across our Workday and iTrent landscape, and the other across Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Copilot. You'll bring expertise in one of these areas and use your product insight and strategic thinking to look beyond today's requirements, anticipate what's coming next and turn evolving technology into meaningful value for our organisation and customers. Purpose of the role You'll take strategic ownership of your product area, defining the vision, strategy and long-term roadmap while helping us make the most of...

Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid Network Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients Oversee quality assurance, resource planning, and capability development across multiple projects Lead technical reviews of HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing design and reports, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations, and equipment specifications Coordinate with back-office engineers, sub-contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery Manage...

You will work closely with operational leaders, HR colleagues, training providers, and educational partners to identify workforce capability needs and deliver effective training and development programmes. The role is responsible for managing the Training School, supporting apprentices and employees, and ensuring training provision aligns with operational objectives, compliance requirements, and future skills needs. Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision About Safran Nacelles: Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types; regional, business, short, medium and long-range commercial aircraft. Our...

Seeking a Personal Injury Solicitor to manage claimant cases of serious injury valued £150k-£1m+. FULLY REMOTE ROLE. Client Details This award-winning national law firm is renowned for its expertise in personal injury law, particularly in handling complex, high-value serious injury cases. The firm boasts some of the largest legal teams in the UK, offering ample opportunities for career progression. They are Investors in People Platinum accredited, demonstrating a strong commitment to employee development and well-being. Description The Personal Injury Solicitor will be responsible for:? Managing a caseload of claimant serious injury matters valued £150k-£1m+.? Providing expert legal advice and representation to clients throughout the claims process.? Collaborating with medical professionals, experts, and other stakeholders to build robust cases.? Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and procedural requirements.? Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case...

Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of...

About this Role This Contracts Manager position offers an exceptional executive leadership opportunity to oversee multi-project civil engineering and water infrastructure portfolios across Manchester, Merseyside, and Cheshire. You will drive operational delivery, financial performance, safety leadership, and strategic client relationships across regional frameworks. Lead multidisciplinary project teams and senior operational staff, ensuring optimal resource allocation and workforce development. Manage project financial performance, reviewing Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), risk registers, and commercial forecasts monthly. Drive health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance, conducting Senior Management Inspections (SMIs) across active sites. Chair key client progress meetings, manage third-party stakeholders, and oversee pre-commencement and tender handover processes. About You You are an accomplished Contracts Manager or Operations...

Job title: School Administrator The Education Specialists is seeking organised and professional School Administrator's to join busy and well-structured school's office's in Liverpool, supporting the day-to-day running of the school. There are full-time, long-term positions or ad-hoc or part-time, working as part of an established administrative team in a fast-paced environment. The role will involve supporting front-of-house operations, managing data and ensuring effective communication across the school. The school has a strong operational structure and a collaborative office team, making it an excellent opportunity for an Administrator with school-based experience or strong transferable admin skills. School Administrator benefits: Competitive daily rate(£100 £120 per day, dependent on experience) • PAYE paid weekly • Long-term stability • Access to CPD opportunities • Dedicated consultant support School Administrator role requirements:...

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Thornton as a Nursery Manager! This is a Fixed-term contact covering Maternity Leave. We're now looking for a Nursery Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Thornton? Good parking and good transport links Forest school Low staff turnover Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply What we'll offer our Nursery Manager: An exclusive Nursery Manager Bonus Scheme to...