Assistant Project Manager
City st georges - LONDON
Competitive
On-siteContractPart time
City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions. Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us. Background We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to provide strategic and operational coordination for a Horizon Europe research project valued at €6 million. The project involves an international consortium of leading universities, research organisations, industry partners, and other stakeholders working together to address significant scientific and societal challenges. Responsibilities Working closely with the Principal Investigator, Work Package Leaders, and consortium partners, the assistant project manager will oversee project management, governance, reporting, and delivery, ensuring compliance with Horizon Europe requirements and supporting collaboration across the consortium. The role coordinates effective delivery across all work packages and partner organisations, monitoring progress against objectives, milestones, deliverables, and impact targets. The postholder maintains project plans, risk registers, and governance documentation, and ensures compliance with funding and contractual requirements. Acting as a key contact for partners, they facilitate communication, coordinate meetings and consortium events, and prepare agendas, minutes, and action logs. The postholder also oversees financial monitoring by tracking expenditure against budgets, supporting forecasting activities, coordinating financial reporting from project partners, and assisting with audits and reviews. In addition, the role coordinates the preparation and submission of reports and deliverables, monitors key deadlines, liaises with funding bodies and reviewers, and maintains accurate project documentation and records. Person Specification The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree and have significant project management experience within higher education, research, innovation, or funded programmes. They will have a proven ability to manage complex multi-partner projects, support international collaborations, oversee budgets and reporting, and engage diverse stakeholders. Strong project planning, organisational, analytical, and communication skills are essential, along with knowledge of the research funding landscape, particularly Horizon Europe. The candidate will be proactive, collaborative, highly organised, and able to manage competing priorities effectively. Closing date for applications: 25 October 2026 at 11:59 pm For more information please refer to the job description. The selection process will involve an interview and an presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage. City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development. City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors. We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. The University of business, practice and the professions
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Post Room Manager
ISS Facilities Services - London
On-siteContractFull time
Post Room Manager Contract: Government Location: London, EC2R 8AH Hours of work: 40 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - 6 months We are seeking a Post Room Manager to lead and oversee the safe, secure and efficient delivery of mailroom, porterage and associated logistics services across multiple client locations within a highly regulated and security-sensitive environment. Job Description The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all mail, parcels, confidential documents, cash, valuables and operational supplies are processed, tracked and delivered accurately while maintaining strict compliance with security, operational and client requirements. This role will also lead a multi-site operational team, manage stakeholder relationships, drive service improvements and ensure agreed performance standards are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of mailroom, courier, parcel and internal distribution services across multiple sites. Ensure all services are delivered in line with agreed service levels and operational requirements. Oversee porterage and logistics operations, ensuring safe and efficient handling of materials and supplies. Maintain compliance with all security procedures relating to confidential, classified and sensitive materials. Manage, develop and motivate a multi-site operational team, ensuring appropriate training and competency levels are maintained. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, suppliers and contractors. Drive operational improvements through process enhancements, technology adoption and service innovation. Monitor performance, budgets and operational costs, identifying efficiencies and value-for-money opportunities. Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications Skills & Experience Experience managing post room operations, distribution services, internal logistics or similar operational functions. Demonstrable understanding of information security, chain of custody procedures and secure document handling. Experience operating within highly regulated or security-sensitive environments. Strong experience using mail tracking, logistics management and reporting systems. Proven experience leading and developing operational teams. Experience implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and customer service skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands. Security Requirements Due to the nature of this role, candidates must hold current SC Clearance or be willing to undergo SC Clearance, enhanced security screening, background checks and ongoing vetting requirements. The Company ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience. Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people. We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger, #aplacetobeyou, #facilitiesmanagement ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers. We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme. Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work. If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited - London
£48,000 to £55,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Assistant Restaurant Manager Our client is a vibrant Eastern Mediterranean-inspired restaurant group known for delicious flavours, warm hospitality, and a fast-paced, energetic atmosphere. They're looking for a hands-on, service-driven Assistant Manager who leads from the floor and sets the standard every shift. The Role As Assistant Manager, your mission is to protect and deliver exceptional service standards by leading from the front. This is not an office role. You will run a section every shift and be fully competent across all front-of-house positions including waiter, bartender and food runner. You are expected to master the basics first. They do not promote managers who cannot execute flawless service themselves. You will support the Restaurant Manager in driving performance, maintaining pace, motivating the team and ensuring every guest receives consistent, high-energy hospitality. What They're Looking For - A strong waiter first, with natural leadership ability - Confident running busy sections in high-volume service - Comfortable leading from the floor, not from the side - Sales-focused and commercially aware - Calm under pressure and decisive - Detail-driven and standards-oriented - Open to feedback and able to coach others - Professional, reliable and accountable - Flexible to work across their three Central London sites What You'll Be Responsible For - Running a section every shift - Leading service alongside the Restaurant Manager - Supporting training and coaching of the team - Driving upselling and revenue - Managing guest feedback and service recovery - Maintaining energy, pace and consistency - Ensuring their standards are delivered with no shortcuts What They Offer - £48,000-£55,000 package including Tronc - Full-time hours, average 48 hours per week - A structured, high-performance environment - Clear standards and expectations - Opportunities to grow with new openings - A workplace built on accountability, integrity and effort - Work life balance - Meals on Duty - Staff discount across all sites - Employee Wellbeing Programme Why Join Our Client? You will be part of a disciplined, high-energy team where standards matter and performance is recognised. If you believe great managers are built from mastering service fundamentals and leading from the floor, they offer the platform to grow and earn well doing it. Ready to join the team? Click “Apply” to complete your application.
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Employee Relations Manager
Web Recruit Ltd - SW17 7BQ
from £55,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Employee Relations Manager (10143) Join the People & Culture Team as a Employee Relations Manager! Job description An exciting opportunity to join Certitude as a Employee Relations Manager as we continue to grow. Salary: £55,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: Balham, hybrid role including across Certitude locations Benefits - A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop - 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & enrolment onto a pension scheme - 24-hour Employee Assistance - Paid Enhanced DBS - Eye care voucher - Travel to work loan - Salary sacrifice schemes available: Cycle to work Scheme, Gym Membership & Tech Purchase About the role The Employee Relations Manager is responsible for leading and embedding a proactive employee relations strategy that promotes a culture of early resolution, fairness, accountability, and positive workplace relationships across the organisation. The role holder will manage a team providing expert employee relations and policy advice to colleagues, managers and leaders, ensuring consistent application of employment legislation, organisational policies, and best practice. A key focus of the role is to shift the organisation from a reactive case management approach to a preventative and resolution-focused culture, where concerns are addressed early, informally where appropriate, and with a strong emphasis on restoring working relationships. Duties will include: - Lead the development and implementation of a positive employee relations framework that promotes early intervention, informal resolution and constructive problem-solving across the organisation - Champion a culture where managers are empowered and accountable for managing people issues effectively, confidently and consistently - Manage the day-to-day operational activity of the Employee Relations team - Lead the review, development and implementation of people policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, operational effectiveness and alignment with organisational values, and ensure they reflect current legislation and best practice - Design and deliver training, workshops and guidance materials that strengthen manager capability in handling employee relations issues - Coach managers to confidently address performance, conduct, attendance and workplace relationship concerns through effective conversations and early intervention - Provide advice to colleagues, leaders and managers regarding changes in employment law and the potential implications for organisational policy and practice - Partner within the People Team, and across the organisation, to identify workforce challenges and develop practical people solutions that improve organisational effectiveness and employee experience - Support organisational change programmes by providing specialist employee relations expertise and ensuring compliance with legal and consultation requirements - Maintain expert knowledge of employment legislation, employee relations best practice and developments within the wider HR profession About you To be a Employee Relations Manager at Certitude, the following are essential: - Experience of managing and developing team members - Experience of leading employee relations functions within a complex organisation - Extensive experience managing complex and high-risk employee relations cases - Experience of working collaboratively with trade unions and employee representatives - CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional experience - Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law - Ability to communicate confidently with employees, managers and senior leaders To read more about the role and the full person specification, please select the apply button and locate the link on the left of the page, titled ‘Job Description and Person Specification’. About the Organisation We have a passion for life and make it our mission to support people in living the life they desire, whatever that may be. We care about the people we support and the work we do, and we would love for you to join us at Certitude. Read more about us on our website and visit our work for us page. You can also learn about us through our Values and Behaviours. Do you want to be a Employee Relations (ER) Manager at Certitude? Select the apply button, complete an application form and someone from the Recruitment Team will be in touch! A job description and person specification are available when you apply. If you have any questions, please email our team. All our posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure as well as a full employment history and employment references. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and the support provided, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close vacancies before the date stated when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. You are advised to submit your completed application form as soon as possible to have the best chance of being considered. Employee Relations, ER, People Team, HR, Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Community Development, Vulnerable People, Not for Profit, NFP, Community Support, Third Sector, Adult Social Care, Mental Health, Support Living, Health & Social Care.
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CRM Marketing Manager
National Theatre - London
from £35,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are looking for a CRM Marketing Manager to join the National Theatre's Marketing team. The CRM Marketing Manager is responsible for the delivery and optimisation of CRM strategies for National Theatre at Home, ensuring that the streaming platform continues to engage and cultivate audiences according to its business objectives, while remaining at the cutting edge of email marketing trends and best practices.
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Programme and Events Manager
Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure - Ilford
from £35,541 a year, pro rata
On-sitePermanentPart time
We are looking for an experienced and creative Programme & Events Manager to join our team at Valentines Mansion and Gardens. As Programme & Events Manager, you will: Develop and deliver a varied programme of events and activities throughout the year. Create engaging experiences that bring the history and story of Valentines Mansion to life. Support the development of the Mansion as an arts, cultural and heritage destination. Identify opportunities to increase visitor numbers, generate income and secure external funding. Lead on funding and grant applications to support programmes and activities. Manage event and activity budgets, ensuring effective monitoring and value for money. Work with Marketing colleagues to promote the Mansion, events and activities, including through social media. Manage the safe delivery of events, including risk assessments, licensing and health and safety requirements. Coordinate and support staff, freelancers and volunteers involved in events and activities. Work with colleagues, partners and community organisations to strengthen the Mansion's cultural offer. Gather visitor feedback and use this to help develop and improve future programmes.
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Customer Care Manager
Laundry hub ltd - London
from £38,700 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are seeking an experienced Customer Care Manager to manage our day-to-day customer service operation and support the continued growth of the business. The successful candidate will oversee customer enquiries, booking support, complaint resolution, collection and delivery coordination, customer-service standards and performance reporting.
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Nursery Deputy Manager
Flow Recruitment Ltd - W9 2LF
from £37,876 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a role where you can make a significant impact? This is your chance to join a leading ethical childcare provider that is dedicated to offering children an amazing educational experience from birth to pre-school. With a nationwide presence and a commitment to investing in both people and facilities, this role promises a fulfilling career where your contributions will be highly valued. As a Nursery Deputy Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of young minds. Imagine working in a stimulating environment where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, excite, and challenge both children and colleagues. This role offers a flexible working week of 4 or 5 days, allowing for a balanced work-life schedule. Key duties and responsibilities: - Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment that promotes children’s learning. - Manage the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring outstanding standards of care and education. - Meet all objectives and nursery targets with a focus on both commercial success and people development. - Support the Nursery Manager in managing the nursery team, handling conflict resolution, and fostering professional development. - Deputise in the absence of the Nursery Manager. - Uphold and celebrate diversity while maintaining minimum operating standards. - Inspire and motivate colleagues to deliver exceptional childcare and education. Skills and experience: - Proven experience in a similar role within a nursery setting. - Strong leadership and management skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. - A passion for early childhood education and child development. - Ability to work effectively in a team and independently. - Relevant childcare qualifications are essential. - Experience in managing a team and handling conflict resolution is desirable. This role not only offers the chance to work in a rewarding and dynamic environment but also comes with great benefits, including childcare discounts, money off shopping, and holiday vouchers. Take the next step in your career and make a difference in the lives of children. Apply now to become a Nursery Deputy Manager and join a team that values your skills and dedication. Your journey towards a fulfilling and impactful career starts here.
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Assistant Floor Manager
Hospitality & Catering Solutions
£42,000 to £44,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Title: Assistant Floor Manager Our client is a vibrant two‑level British restaurant and late‑night venue located in central Canary Wharf. The main dining room accommodates 250 covers per service and highlights exceptional British cuisine, while the upper floor offers a contemporary lounge for drinks and late‑night experiences. With engaging entertainment, a menu of bespoke in‑house beverages, and a spacious, lively setting, the venue delivers a memorable experience throughout the day and into the night. Assistant Floor Manager Benefits: • Competitive salary of £42,000–£44,000 per annum • Supportive management team and a stable, friendly working environment • Free meals provided while on duty • Only a 5‑minute walk from Canary Wharf station • 48‑hour working week • Wages paid every two weeks • Warm, welcoming ambiance within a professional, well‑structured operation • Company pension scheme • Excellent opportunities for development and progression into senior management roles • Assistant Restaurant Manager requirements: Assistant Floor Manager Requirements: • An influential, reliable, and experienced Floor Manager with a background in high‑end restaurants and late‑night venues. • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate teams, drive standards, and take initiative during busy services. • Must live within a practical commute to Canary Wharf, as the role involves late finishes. • Well‑presented, hardworking, and confident in English, with the ability to upsell, communicate clearly with guests, and lead a team of waiters through fast‑paced services.
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Deputy Production Manager
National Theatre - London
from £41,647.48 a year
On-siteContractFull time
We are looking for a Deputy Production Manager to join the National Theatre's Production team. As part of the Production Management team, Deputy Production Managers support Production Managers with the smooth delivery of NT productions at the Southbank site and beyond
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