Assistant Manager
Lemon Pepper Holdings Limited (Wingstop UK) - Greater Manchester
£32,000 to £35,000 a year
PermanentFull time
About Us At Wingstop, we’re not just in the chicken business, we’re in the flavour business. Creating memorable experiences for our customers and team is what we do best, and we’ve got the awards to prove it (Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025 and Deliveroo’s Restaurant of the Year). But our mission remains simple: BRING THE FLAVOUR. About the Role We’re opening a brand-new Wingstop restaurant. As an Assistant Manager in a New Store Opening, you’ll play a key role in launching a brand-new restaurant and setting it up for success from day one. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll help build and develop a brand-new team, establish ways of working, and create a high-energy, high-performing culture. You’ll take ownership of day-to-day operations, supporting your team to deliver great food, fast service, and consistently high standards. From training and coaching new starters to leading shifts and embedding processes, you’ll be central to getting the restaurant off to a strong start. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a visible impact from the very beginning. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting the restaurant opening and setup Leading and developing a brand-new team Driving performance and service standards Supporting recruitment and onboarding Helping shape culture and ways of working What We’re Looking For Previous management experience Excited by new openings Strong leadership and adaptability High energy and ownership mindset Our Values Authentic. Entrepreneurial. Fun. Service-Minded. Why Wingstop Here at Wingstop, it’s all about the people, the passion, and the energy. We’re more than just wings, we’re a fast-moving, fun, and inclusive team where everyone’s voice is heard, growth is encouraged, and effort is recognised. From day one, you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates teamwork, rewards ambition and thrives on bringing energy to every shift. Whether you’re learning new skills, leading a team, or helping launch a new store, you’ll feel the Wingstop vibe in everything we do. We are fast-paced, high-energy, and all about delivering great experiences for our customers and our people. It’s more than just a job. It’s a place to build confidence, make mates, and be part of something that’s growing fast. Benefits Quarterly Bonus Flexible Rota Free food on every shift Employee discount (50% Mon–Thurs, 20% Fri–Sun) 28 days holiday + birthday off Culture budgets allocated to every restaurant for recognition Team based events (performance) Regular company wide incentives Grow With Us Step Up Programme Structured leadership development Clear progression into General Manager roles Perks & Vibes Wagestream access Bi Annual Management Conferences & Networking Discounts platform Employee recognition programmes Team socials and events Uniform provided Diversity & Inclusion We celebrate individuality and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a supportive environment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process to perform at your best, please let us know - we’re here to assist you. If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, we encourage you to apply. Join us in bringing the flavour! AI Disclaimer AI can be a useful tool - and we understand many candidates use it for support. That said, we’re really interested in you, not an AI-generated version of you. We want to hear your voice and understand your real experience. Applications or interview tasks that rely heavily on AI may not give us an accurate picture of who you are. Bring your authentic self to the process - that’s who we’re excited to meet. #NSOAM
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Assistant Manager
Lemon Pepper Holdings Limited (Wingstop UK) - Greater Manchester
£32,000 to £35,000 a year
PermanentFull time
About Us At Wingstop, we’re not just in the chicken business, we’re in the flavour business. Creating memorable experiences for our customers and team is what we do best, and we’ve got the awards to prove it (Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025 and Deliveroo’s Restaurant of the Year). But our mission remains simple: BRING THE FLAVOUR. About the Role We’re opening a brand-new Wingstop restaurant. As an Assistant Manager in a New Store Opening, you’ll play a key role in launching a brand-new restaurant and setting it up for success from day one. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll help build and develop a brand-new team, establish ways of working, and create a high-energy, high-performing culture. You’ll take ownership of day-to-day operations, supporting your team to deliver great food, fast service, and consistently high standards. From training and coaching new starters to leading shifts and embedding processes, you’ll be central to getting the restaurant off to a strong start. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a visible impact from the very beginning. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting the restaurant opening and setup Leading and developing a brand-new team Driving performance and service standards Supporting recruitment and onboarding Helping shape culture and ways of working What We’re Looking For Previous management experience Excited by new openings Strong leadership and adaptability High energy and ownership mindset Our Values Authentic. Entrepreneurial. Fun. Service-Minded. Why Wingstop Here at Wingstop, it’s all about the people, the passion, and the energy. We’re more than just wings, we’re a fast-moving, fun, and inclusive team where everyone’s voice is heard, growth is encouraged, and effort is recognised. From day one, you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates teamwork, rewards ambition and thrives on bringing energy to every shift. Whether you’re learning new skills, leading a team, or helping launch a new store, you’ll feel the Wingstop vibe in everything we do. We are fast-paced, high-energy, and all about delivering great experiences for our customers and our people. It’s more than just a job. It’s a place to build confidence, make mates, and be part of something that’s growing fast. Benefits Quarterly Bonus Flexible Rota Free food on every shift Employee discount (50% Mon–Thurs, 20% Fri–Sun) 28 days holiday + birthday off Culture budgets allocated to every restaurant for recognition Team based events (performance) Regular company wide incentives Grow With Us Step Up Programme Structured leadership development Clear progression into General Manager roles Perks & Vibes Wagestream access Bi Annual Management Conferences & Networking Discounts platform Employee recognition programmes Team socials and events Uniform provided Diversity & Inclusion We celebrate individuality and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a supportive environment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process to perform at your best, please let us know - we’re here to assist you. If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, we encourage you to apply. Join us in bringing the flavour! AI Disclaimer AI can be a useful tool - and we understand many candidates use it for support. That said, we’re really interested in you, not an AI-generated version of you. We want to hear your voice and understand your real experience. Applications or interview tasks that rely heavily on AI may not give us an accurate picture of who you are. Bring your authentic self to the process - that’s who we’re excited to meet. #NSOAM
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Bed Manager
NHS Jobs - Manchester
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.
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Inclusion Manager
Teaching Vacancies - Radcliffe
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for Who we’re looking for We’re looking for a talented individual to help foster a caring and supportive learning environment for our young people. Your experience of pastoral care will place our learners’ welfare at the heart of the school. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to problem solve and provide excellent customer service to our community. You will have: • Degree level qualification or equivalent experiential knowledge. • Broad leadership experience in a position working with children in a secondary school or other equivalent setting. • Proven experience of supporting children with special educational needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). • The ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents and staff. • The ability to work effectively within a team. What the school offers its staff About Star Radcliffe Academy Star Radcliffe Academy is a new and ambitious secondary school at the heart of Radcliffe. We are a five-form entry, 750-place academy for 11–16 year olds, which opened its doors in September 2024 with our founding Year 7 cohort. Each year we will grow, welcoming a new intake of Year 7 pupils, and by September 2028 we will be at full capacity, serving every year group. Our academy exists to provide Radcliffe with a truly outstanding school – one that raises aspirations, strengthens community pride, and transforms the life chances of every young person we serve. As a free school built from the ground up, we have the rare privilege of creating our culture, curriculum, and systems with clarity and purpose, shaping excellence one year group at a time. Like all Star schools, we have a distinctive leadership specialism. This means we deliver a rigorous, knowledge-rich academic curriculum alongside a character-forming leadership programme. Pupils are not only equipped with the qualifications and skills they need to succeed but are also inspired to serve others, contribute positively to society, and become leaders in their communities and beyond. Our belief is simple but profound: every child in Radcliffe has the capacity to succeed at the highest level. By combining high expectations, exceptional teaching, and a culture built on Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect, we are determined to ensure that our pupils leave us as confident, compassionate, and capable young leaders who ready to make their mark on the world. Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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Navigation Manager
Teaching Vacancies - Manchester, Greater Manchester
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Navigation Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of our internal seclusion provision. The successful candidate will ensure that students are supervised appropriately, behaviour is managed consistently, and academy policies and procedures are applied fairly and effectively. We are looking for a special person who combines warmth with high expectations and understands that effective behaviour management requires both consistency and compassion. You will be confident and regimented in your approach, while building positive relationships that enable students to make better choices and succeed. We recognise that adverse childhood experiences can present significant barriers to education, behaviour and academic progress. The successful candidate will understand that some students require additional support, structure and encouragement during their time at school. You will be committed to helping these young people overcome barriers, develop resilience and take responsibility for their choices. Our values of Politeness, Hard Work and Honesty are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for someone who genuinely believes that these values help to develop young people of good character. Working with small groups of students, you will reinforce these principles, model the highest standards and help embed The Droylsden Way. The Navigation Manager will also play an important role in the restorative process, supporting students to reflect on their behaviour, understand the impact of their choices and develop strategies to prevent poor behaviour from being repeated. This is an important role for someone who wants to make a genuine difference. You will be joining a committed, talented and driven team who share a passion for helping every student succeed. If you have the resilience, consistency, compassion and high expectations needed to thrive in this role,we would love to hear from you. What the school offers its staff The Trust From 1st January 2022, Droylsden Academy has become the founding member of the Tame River Educational Trust. You can find more information about this at: https://www.droylsdenacademy.com/tret/417608.html. Our mission is to challenge educational and social disadvantage by hosting a family of great community-based schools in which to learn, teach and belong. Our Trust promotes learning, develops character, values diversity and builds cultural capital. By the age of 16 we want every student to progress to suitably challenging post-16 studies or apprenticeships. The School Droylsden Academy is a good school; this is a very exciting time to join us as we continue to build a team of committed professionals who are driven in making our vision of becoming outstanding a reality. “Pupils are proud to attend Droylsden Academy” “Pupils are happy and accepting of each other’s differences. The school is a place where they can be themselves” “Teachers’ expectations of pupils’ behaviour and academic achievement are high.Pupils rise to these standards” “Pupils behave well and work hard” “Pupils are expected to develop their character and confidence. They develop leadership skills and they are well prepared for life in modern Britain” “Teachers are successful in helping pupils to deepen their understanding of ideas and concepts across the curriculum. Effective support helps pupils remember more over time” “An extensive programme of pastoral support and life lessons ensures that pupils learn about healthy relationships and the wider world” “Pupils benefit from an extensive range of extra-curricular clubs” Droylsden Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. It is an offence to apply for this role if you have been barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We are an equal opportunities employer. It is our policy to employ the best qualified personnel and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment and employment to all individuals who meet our criteria for the role advertised. We will consider candidates without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. This list is not exhaustive, and candidates will also be considered without discrimination based on socioeconomic, marital, parental or caregiving status, or any of the previously listed characteristics or statuses. We value the diversity of our staff and do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination, or victimisation. We achieve this by creating and maintaining a work environment and culture where people from different backgrounds, and with varying lifestyles, interests, opinions, and responsibilities, treat each other with dignity and respect. Our working environment is such that our staff feel safe and are inspired and motivated to be their best. Our school is dedicated to sustaining and promoting diversity with respect to recruitment, promotion, training, and general treatment during employment. We are actively seeking to extend the diversity of our staff. Commitment to safeguarding Droylsden Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. It is an offence to apply for this role if you have been barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
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Finance Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Oldham, Greater Manchester
£55,000 to £65,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company Your new company is a well established global organisation, recognised for its long term stability, strong growth and commitment to continuous improvement. Due to a number of successful acquisitions they're now looking for a Finance Manager to join the team. Your new role As a key member of the finance team, you will support the Financial Controller in delivering accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, and robust financial controls across the business. Acting as the local technical accounting expert, you will take ownership of statutory reporting, audit coordination, tax compliance, fixed asset accounting, and control improvement initiatives. You will also partner with operational stakeholders, providing guidance on the accounting implications of capital investments and supporting business decisions within a complex manufacturing environment. This role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders within a global organisation and provides the opportunity to influence financial governance, reporting quality, and business performance. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical accounting expertise gained within a manufacturing or complex commercial environment. You will have experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, applying IFRS and local GAAP standards, managing audit processes, and ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements. Strong systems skills, particularly within ERP environments such as D365 and OneStream, combined with advanced Excel capabilities, will be essential. You'll be a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of partnering with both finance and operational teams to deliver accurate reporting, strengthen financial controls, and support key business decisions. Experience working within a global, matrix-structured organisation would be highly advantageous. What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a global and highly respected manufacturing business offering excellent career development opportunities within a collaborative and supportive finance team. You'll receive a competitive salary of up to £60,000, together with a 15% annual bonus, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to gain exposure to a complex international environment. This role offers the chance to develop your technical accounting expertise, work closely with senior stakeholders, and play a key role in ensuring strong financial governance and statutory compliance across the business. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Project Manager
National Highways - Manchester, Greater Manchester
£44,970 to £54,210 a year
PermanentFull time
About the job. National Highways have an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Significant Projects team within Major Projects. The Project Manager will plan and manage the delivery of projects, managing the performance of a project team, external contractors and consultants, ensuring adherence to effective governance, quality assurance, health and safety, technical and specialist standards across the supply chain and National Highways, to ensure successful delivery of agreed project outcomes. This role will be based within Project Control Framework (PCF) Stage 7 - the Closeout stage. At this point in the project lifecycle, the focus is on ensuring all elements of delivery are brought to a successful conclusion, lessons are captured, and commitments are honoured. While some closeout activities are completed promptly within the first year, others such as aftercare, safety monitoring, and evaluation can extend over several years. As a Project Manager, you will play a central role in steering projects through these critical closeout stages balancing the need to wrap up delivery efficiently with the responsibility of managing longer-term obligations. This role can be based from any of our UK offices, however travel to Birmingham and Manchester to attend monthly team meetings will be required. Lead the closeout of complex projects through Stage 7, ensuring defects are resolved, handover activities are managed, and long-term commitments are captured. Oversee activities within Stage 7, including the completion of the defects period, collation of records, and delivery of all documentation required for final handover / manage Stage 7 responsibilities, including ongoing aftercare, fulfilment of safety obligations, post-project evaluation, and monitoring of environmental or community commitments. Provide clear direction to your project teams by defining roles, responsibilities, and ways of working, ensuring alignment with project and organisational objectives. Produce high-quality project management documentation, including baseline management products, risk registers, and timely performance reports. Identify, monitor, and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints specific to closeout, ensuring appropriate solutions are developed and escalated when necessary. Capture lessons learned and best practice from the project, embedding them into future delivery programmes and champion best practice in governance, safety, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement during the closeout process. About you Full membership of the Association of Project Managers (or another relevant professional body), or an aspiration to achieve this. Exceptional stakeholder management experience, with a track record of influencing relationships for positive outcomes across multi-disciplinary teams and building trusted relationships at all levels. Demonstrable experience in implementing and embedding safety standards within a project closeout or complex operational environment. Proven ability to capture lessons learned, manage post-project evaluation processes, and ensure commitments are followed through after completion. Experience of leading teams through the complexities of project closeout, including contract management and risk mitigation is desirable. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Significant Projects are responsible for major enhancements to our road network. We make roads safer, journeys more reliable and unlock economic growth. At the same time, we seek out ways to create opportunities for sustainable travel, help nature to thrive and support our journey to net zero carbon. Our team work closely with the supply chain to design and construct road projects, as well as develop a pipeline of possible projects as we look to the future. Our skills span many areas from customer experts, land and property advisers to project management. We understand the potential that our road schemes can bring. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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IT Audit Manager
National Highways - Manchester, Greater Manchester
£55,810 to £66,690 a year
PermanentFull time
About the job. National Highways have an excellent opportunity for an IT Audit Manager to join the Corporate Risk and Assurance division within our Business Services Directorate (BSD). As an IT Audit Manager, you will provide a responsive and helpful service to audit clients through a sound and professional evaluation of risk management, internal control and governance arrangements. This service will be delivered through an effective programme of assignments, supporting the Head of IT Audit and responsible for the planning, supervision and delivery of IT internal audits, advisory and other assurance engagements. The IT Audit Manager will also support the Head of IT Audit in the development and implementation of robust systems and processes that lead to high-quality planning, decision making, control and governance across National Highways. Please note this role can be based from any of our UK offices however; some limited travel to regional offices to attend team meetings will be required. Contribute to the development of the IT audit plan including determining priorities and ensuring enough resources are available to deliver it in a timely and high-quality manner. Responsible for the guidance and day-to-day management of an effective team of auditors on assignment, planning and delivery of the audit programme. Responsible for the review of all audit documentation from terms of reference through to the audit report and action management. Delivery will meet appropriate quality and professional standards. Attend and present at senior meetings, as required, presenting key audit findings in a professional manner and being a trusted business advisor. Develop and maintain effective relationships with senior clients and stakeholders built on professional trust. Contribute to the development of the IT audit plan including determining priorities and ensuring enough resources are available to deliver it in a timely and high-quality manner. About you. CISA [LW1] or equivalent professional qualification required. Significant experience leading and developing IT audit teams, including line management. Proven ability to set clear objectives, priorities and expectations to drive high performance and professional development. Proven experience developing audit strategies and annual audit plans, and leading complex, risk-based audit engagements to provide independent assurance over key business and technology risks. Strong report-writing and communication skills, with experience producing clear, concise and impactful audit reports for Executive and Board-level stakeholders [LW2] . Significant IT and Operational Technology (OT) audit experience, with knowledge of technology risk, controls, cyber security, infrastructure, cloud services and enterprise applications. Proven understanding and application of recognised industry frameworks, including COBIT, ITIL and NIST CSF. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Business Services plays a crucial role in supporting the efficient operation and growth of the strategic road network. We provide a wide range of essential services across the organisation, ensuring that all functions run smoothly and effectively. We work behind the scenes to support the delivery of high-quality infrastructure and services, ensuring that National Highways meets its commitments to safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our key areas of focus include procurement, finance, human resources, IT, and strategic planning. We ensure the company operates efficiently, delivers projects on time and within budget, and meets the needs of stakeholders. By offering expert advice, managing resources, and driving operational excellence, we support National Highways in achieving its mission of maintaining and improving the road network across the country. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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Legal Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Manchester, Greater Manchester
PermanentFull time
Your new company An established professional body is seeking a qualified lawyer to join its Complaints and Resolution function. This organisation plays a key role in maintaining professional standards, managing complaints processes and supporting public confidence within a regulated profession. You will join a collaborative team committed to fairness, integrity and continuous improvement. This role is offered on a remote working basis. Your new role You will provide independent legal and procedural advice on complaints, investigations and professional conduct matters. Working closely with colleagues across complaints, governance and legal functions, you will help ensure cases are prepared thoroughly, fairly and in accordance with established procedures. Key responsibilities will include: Reviewing complaints, investigations, evidence and case papers in preparation for hearings and decision-making panels. Advising on professional conduct matters, procedural fairness, evidential issues and regulatory standards. Identifying gaps in investigations and recommending further enquiries where required. Attending hearings and panels to provide independent legal and procedural advice. Reviewing determinations, outcome letters and decisions to ensure legal and procedural accuracy. Advising on governance, safeguarding, equality, data protection and risk-related issues. Contributing to the development of policies, procedures, guidance materials and training programmes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales You will also demonstrate: Experience handling complaints, investigations, disciplinary or professional conduct matters. Knowledge of regulatory, tribunal or professional disciplinary processes. Strong understanding of procedural fairness, evidence and decision-making frameworks. Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills. The ability to review and assess complex evidence and produce clear, practical advice. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. A collaborative approach combined with the ability to work independently in a remote environment. Knowledge of governance, safeguarding, equality and data protection principles. What you'll get in return 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. BUPA private healthcare. Salary sacrifice scheme. Flexible working arrangements, including flexitime. Exposure to governance, policy development and organisational improvement initiatives. Ongoing professional development within a supportive and collaborative environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 0161 228 7770. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Management Accountant
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Warrington, Cheshire
£30,000 to £35,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Manufacturing Accountant Location: Warrington (Hybrid Working - 3 days office / 2 days home) Salary: Up to £35,000 Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with an established international manufacturing organisation to recruit a Part-Qualified Manufacturing Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their management, accounting and business partnering skills within a fast-paced operational environment. This role offers a broad remit, combining management accounting, financial analysis, operational finance and stakeholder engagement, whilst providing exposure to both UK and international finance teams. The successful candidate will become a key finance contact for a manufacturing operation, helping drive performance through insightful reporting, analysis and financial support. Key Responsibilities Act as Finance Business Partner to a key manufacturing operation. Produce weekly and monthly financial reporting and analysis. Complete variance analysis and provide meaningful commentary on performance. Monitor and analyse cost centre expenditure. Support budgeting, forecasting and planning activities. Analyse stock and inventory performance. Assist with capital expenditure and investment reporting. Work closely with operational stakeholders to drive financial understanding and improve business performance. Support management accounts preparation and reporting requirements. Collaborate with UK and international finance colleagues to meet reporting deadlines and business objectives. About You The successful candidate will be: Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA (or actively studying towards qualification). Experienced within a management accounting, commercial finance or manufacturing finance environment. Highly analytical with strong attention to detail. Advanced in Excel, including Pivot Tables and Lookup functions. Comfortable managing large volumes of data and producing insightful analysis. A strong communicator who can build relationships across different teams and levels of the organisation. Confident, resilient and capable of positively challenging stakeholders where required. Self-motivated and comfortable working independently whilst being part of a wider finance team. Working Pattern & Travel This is a hybrid role offering three days per week in the Warrington office and two days working from home.Candidates must also be comfortable travelling to Scotland on a regular basis. During the initial onboarding period, travel is expected to be several times per month to build relationships with key operational stakeholders and gain a thorough understanding of the manufacturing environment. Once established in the position, travel will reduce to approximately one visit per month, although additional visits may occasionally be required to support business needs. Systems Experience with Business Central (Navision) would be advantageous. Strong Excel skills are essential. Development & Study Support The business is committed to supporting professional development and offers a study support package for those actively pursuing a professional qualification.Benefits include: Study support package. Two days of leave per exam sitting. Pension scheme. Healthcare benefits. Additional annual leave benefits. Exposure to international finance and operational teams. Opportunity to develop within a supportive and collaborative finance function. What's on Offer? Salary up to £35,000. Hybrid working arrangement. Broad and commercially focused role. Exposure to manufacturing and operational finance. International stakeholder exposure. Strong learning and development opportunities. Supportive finance leadership team. Recruitment Process The interview process will consist of an initial virtual interview followed by a face-to-face meeting. Candidates may also be asked to complete an Excel-based assessment to demonstrate their analytical and reporting capabilities.This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to take ownership of a varied role, gain valuable manufacturing finance experience, and develop their career within a growing international business. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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