Field Market Research Interviewer | Part ‑Time, Flexible | Paid per Shift

Join Ipsos and step into a role where every shift takes you on the move. As a Field Market Research Interviewer, you’ll travel on local bus routes and speak with passengers to help improve public transport across the UK.

A Day in the Life

You start your shift by heading to your assigned bus route or stop. Equipped with your Ipsos tablet, forms, and ID badge, you hop on the bus and begin your journey.

As the bus travels through your local area, you:

• Approach passengers during their journey
• Ask a short set of questions
• Capture their experiences and feedback
• Occasionally record footfall as required

Some shifts involve **being on the bus for the full route**, while others may involve **a fixed three‑hour session at a bus stop or bus station**. Either way, **free travel is provided on the bus you interview on**.

You’ll meet people from all walks of life, gather valuable insights, and complete your shift knowing your work helps shape the future of public transport.

What You Can Expect

• Paid per shift
• Around 2 shifts per week, depending on workload in your area
• Full training provided
• Flexible part‑time work
• Additional opportunities available, paid per performance

Why Join Ipsos?

• Award‑winning training
• Inclusive and supportive teams
• Discounts through *Ipsos More*
• Wellbeing resources through *Ipsos Wellbeing*

You’d Be Great If You:

• Enjoy talking with people
• Can confidently approach the public
• Want flexible work that fits around your life
• Are comfortable being on buses and travelling as part of the job
• Are interested in long‑term fieldwork opportunities

Ready to get started? Apply now and become part of our national team of Market Research Interviewers .

Company description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job description:

Job Summary

Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines.

As a Centre of Excellence (CoE) Architect, you will act as a skilled and knowledgeable team member whose role is to provide the business global support and deliver best practices around the analysis and design of applications and solutions in line with the business requirements.

Working as a member of the global CoE team, the CoE Architect will play a role in provisioning build and run to continuously improve and support their designated application area within the agreed SLA.

The CoE forms part of the wider IT applications team, an integral part of the global IT organisation. You will be a trusted partner to the business in providing applications and solutions in line with the IT operating model, working alongside the IT business partners, project management office, security and IT operations teams.

Occasional regional and international travel may be required, though this is infrequent.Core working hours at our Luton site are 07:3016:30, Monday to Thursday, and 07:3012:30 on Fridays.

Job Responsibilities

• Works as part of a global team of subject matter experts to deliver support within agreed SLAs
• Works alongside the other global IT functions (including IT operations, security, project management office and IT business partners) to support the delivery of the IT strategy in line with the IT operating model.
• Ensures the business/function are aware of the latest capabilities and drive standard application best practice.
• Ensures IT security requirements are observed and designed into future demand/requirements.
• Provides structured training for business/function(s) for maximum effectiveness.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management/team leaders.
• Supports the implementation of global IT standards.
• Application lifecycle management.
• Be a trusted partner to the business in providing fit for purpose applications and solutions.
• Supports annual IT budget.
• Be aware of the latest capabilities and drive the use of standard tools and processes in the system arena.
• Liaising with external parties (e.g. consultants, software vendors, auditors etc.) where required.
• Ability to generate a unified definition of a target landscape based on functional and non-functional requirements to determine solution and environment selection.
• Gathers functional and non-functional requirements of systems, processes and business models.
• Communicates global standards and guidelines to specialists and developers.
• Supports the implementation of new solutions, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing ones.
• Supports the change request process during implementation performing an impact assessment where required, and collaborate on compliance monitoring post-implementation (plan-do-check-act).
• Assist in determining time and cost estimates for assigned projects.
• Identifies options for potential solutions and assessing them for both technical and business suitability.
• Documenting processes and procedures (and maintaining them).

Profile description:

What You’ll Bring

To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:
Essential:
Experience working within and/or supporting an information technology environment.
Experience working with manufacturing and/or business systems.
Ability to be proactive and take initiative, including performance of duties exercising independent judgement.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment to effectively listen, challenge and communicate.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong problem solving skills.
Professionalism and flexibility.
Experience developing or supporting systems and processes.
Good written and oral communication skills in the English language.
Experience working in a customer-facing role.
Experience and understanding of architecture methodologies.
Excellent knowledge of business processes across a range of functions.
Strong analytical thinking skills.

Desirable:
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
A strong focus on continuous learning and sharing this information with team members.
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
Understanding and experience working with project management methodologies.
Understanding of change management methodologies.
Experience working within an application development environment and/or related processes.

We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented members with the skills and passions to become the best of the future in what they do.

Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role.

We offer:

What We’ll Offer

Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
The opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus
Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary
185 hours holiday + bank holidays
Income protection
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
Electric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme (Insurance, servicing, maintenance, roadside assistance and more included)
Free onsite parking
Local gym discount
Free airport parking
Enhanced family friendly leave
A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!

Join us and keep the world moving click on the link below to apply

Closing date: 25.5.26

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ?

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• About The Role

• SALARY:  Starting from27,422 pa dependent on experience

  LOCATION: Brunswick Court, Milton Keynes

  HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role.

  HOURS / CONTRACT TYPE: Full time Fixed term, 35 hours p/w

  CLOSING DATE: 10/05/2026 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications.

  We’re looking for a Senior Collections and Recoveries Advisor to act as a Subject Matter Expert within the department. Supporting colleagues in becoming experts within their role, whilst spending around 50% of time directly supporting customers themselves.

  This specialist  role will be instrumental in assessing our customer’s individual circumstances in order to resolve overall VWFS arrears levels while ensuring our regulatory and customer commitments are achieved.

  What you’ll be doing:

  • Take full ownership and use initiative to resolve customer arrears within first contact resolution and deliver a personal service “making VWFS easy to do business with"

  • Provide technical coaching and training for Collections Advisors to enable them to effectively manage and resolve customer arrears

  • Act as Collections role model demonstrating core skills around negotiation, difficult conversations, vulnerable customer management and active listening

  • Coach and develop C&R Advisors on escalated calls, emails and letter checking to increase competence

  • Provide clear and concise process expertise on a defined range of arrears and vulnerable customer processes and be recognised by others as a point of contact for advice, guidance and process improvement

  • Provide first line support and guidance for Advisors and deputise for Team Manager where appropriate

  • Support, coach and guide new C&R Advisors during the training and induction phase to embed knowledge and skill set for the role

  • Work to agreed service levels, quality targets and operational metrics as determined by the department relating to all aspects of Collections and Recoveries and Customer experience

  • Supporting recruitment up to Band 2 to ensure key departmental KPI’s are achieved

  • Demonstrate subject matter expert knowledge and behaviour when identifying and managing vulnerable customers and complaints

  Complete administrative tasks as per team requirements

  What you’ll bring:

  We are looking for a candidate that already has a sound understanding of Collections and Recoveries.

  Essential experience & skills

  • Demonstrable understanding of all relevant aspects legislation/requirements including but not limited to TCF, FCA, FOS

  • Experience of working in a complaints environment, either within financial services or another industry type

  • Proven experience in credit collections

  • Previous customer service centre, call centre or finance company experience is desirable

  • An understanding of the Data Protection Act and Consumer Credit Act is desirable

  • Good knowledge of a wide range of processes and business systems i.e. SAP, CMS, CRM is desirable

  • Strong communication skills at all levels including Senior Management and external stakeholders

  What’s in it for you?

  Bonus: Discretionary 10% on-target bonus (based on personal and Group company performance)

  Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution.

  Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance

  OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member.

  Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions).

  Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you (with the option to buy additional family cover),  access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you.

  We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. You’ll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work.

• About You

• About Us

• Why join VWFS UK?

  You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission.

  Our mission is straight forward; we want to be ‘The Key to Mobility’. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers.

  No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

  VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isn’t just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team.

  This role does not meet the UKVI’s criteria for the skilled worker sponsorship route, therefore we are unable to accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this role.

• About The Role

• SALARY:  Starting from £27,422 pa dependent on experience

  LOCATION: Brunswick Court,  Milton Keynes

  HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role.

  HOURS / CONTRACT TYPE: Full time Permanent, 35 hours p/w

  CLOSING DATE: 10/05/26 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications.

  We’re looking for Continuous Improvement Support to ensure Customer Operations processes and procedures remain up to date (in line with our HQ and regulatory responsibilities) and are available to support advisor activity, securing customer focussed outcomes.

  This specialist role will be instrumental in validating customer processes and interactions to drive improved retention, customer experience and reduce regulatory & business risks.

  What you’ll be doing:

  • Operate gatekeeping responsibilities to ensure all customer operations policies, procedures, ARIS maps, ROPAs and customer letters are regularly reviewed and accurately reflect business processes.
  • Co-ordinate annual reviews of all Customer Operations policies & procedures to ensure they accurately reflect business processes
  • Support data gathering for baselining activities
  • Identify opportunities to reduce complexity/avoid duplication of procedures
  • Be aware of FCA focus areas that are relevant to customer Operations to be able to challenge existing processes.
  • Work collaboratively with process owners, SMEs and Compliance to ensure processes and procedures remain fit for purpose and compliant.
  • Undertake high level process analysis, identifying opportunities with Process Owners/SMEs to address waste and increase customer centricity and to populate the Customer Operations change backlog accordingly.

  What you’ll bring:

  You’ll be a s trong communicator with proven track record of influencing.

  You’ll have a passion for seeking out knowledge with an ability to understand key FCA requirements, complex processes and the wider customer transformation agenda.

  Essential experience & skills

  • Excellent PC literacy and intermediate skills with Microsoft Office tools
  • Experience within the Financial Services and/or relevant automotive sector(s), with demonstrable understanding of the regulatory environment.
  • Experience of reviewing customer interactions or processes to identify inaccuracies, failures or gaps.
  • Experience of actively managing stakeholders at varying levels and operating within/delivering through cross functional teams
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow belt (as a minimum)
  • Strong communication skills with proven track record of influencing.
  • Ability to work at pace with no compromise to quality.
  • Knowledge of VWFS UK’s operating systems and processes (preferable).
  • High level of drive and personal commitment, with a desire to develop own skills and experience.
  • Resilience to manage conflicting priorities and adhere to strict deadlines.

  What’s in it for you?

  Bonus: Discretionary 10% on-target bonus (based on personal and Group company performance)

  Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution.

  Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance

  OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member.

  Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions).

  Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you (with the option to buy additional family cover),  access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you.

  We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. You’ll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work.

• About You

• About Us

• Why join VWFS UK?

  You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission.

  Our mission is straight forward; we want to be ‘The Key to Mobility’. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers.

  No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

  VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isn’t just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team.

  This role does not meet the UKVI’s criteria for the skilled worker sponsorship route, therefore we are unable to accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this role.

Aylesbury – Hybrid Working £41,612 per annum pro rata Full Time Fixed Term until 31-Oct-2027 We’re excited to announce that we’re recruiting for two fantastic Business Intelligence Officers to join our friendly team. If you thrive in a bustling environment, love keeping things organised, and enjoy interacting with people, this role could be the perfect fit for you! About the role… As a Business Intelligence Officer, you will support the development and delivery of high-quality reporting and insight across the organisation. In this role, you’ll work closely with colleagues across the business to ensure our core systems and data are accurate, reliable, and provide meaningful insight to support decision-making. You’ll design and develop reports and dashboards (primarily using Power BI), write SQL queries, manage data extracts, and support system configuration changes in line with change control processes. You’ll play a key role in helping the business understand its data, identify trends, and continuously improve how information is used. About You: You’ll need strong IT and data skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. We’re a friendly bunch who value collaboration and creativity, and we believe that a positive, supportive culture is key to our success. If you have previous relevant experience and a genuine passion for helping others, we want to hear from you! A Basic DBS check is required for this position. About us… At Fairhive Homes, we’re driven by a simple yet powerful vision: “Homes for Living, Communities for Life” This isn’t just what we do; it’s what we strive for every day. As a non-profit housing association, we’re dedicated to providing affordable housing to over 20,000 individuals in our community. Our residents are truly at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to supporting our residents and neighbourhoods. Whether we are maintaining our high-quality homes or building new ones, our mission is to foster thriving communities where everyone feels welcome and can proudly say, 'This is my home.' We believe that a strong community starts with quality housing, and we’re here to make that vision a reality. For more information, please refer to the attached job description. Benefits In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career in an empowering environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. At Fairhive, we invest in your wellbeing. You can join our Health Cash plan which enables you to claim money back against a wide range of services and treatments. We believe that flexibility fosters a more productive and enjoyable working environment. Therefore, depending on the role requirements, we offer flexible working conditions that help you balance your work and life! You’ll be part of a mission-driven organisation that makes a tangible difference in the community, allowing you to feel fulfilled in your work every day. Our commitment to you … We’re focused on creating a workplace that celebrates inclusivity and diversity. We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their true selves to work, contributing their unique perspectives and talents. We recognise that our differences are what make us stronger and are committed to having our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve. Your unique experiences and insights are exactly what we’re looking for. We are really proud of our initiatives to become an employer of choice, whether it’s coming along to one of our Menopause Café’s, becoming one of our Neurodiversity Champions or joining one of our inclusion lunches and learn sessions. Plus, our supportive team culture and active social committee mean you’ll always have a strong network of people around you! Take a look at our LinkedIn profile to learn more about what our colleagues have been talking about or championing this year. Ready to Apply? We understand that not every candidate will tick every box on our list. If your experience looks a bit different from what we’re looking for, but you believe you can bring something valuable to the role, we still want to hear from you! If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and work in an environment that values your contributions, please apply, we can’t wait to meet you! The closing date for applications will be 8th June 2026 but we might close it early if we find the right person before this date.

We have an opportunity for a UK-based Contract Structural Engineer to work on a remote basis, for a well-respected consultancy to support a growing pipeline of residential projects. This is a fully remote opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys working on practical, buildable designs and contributing to the delivery of low-rise residential developments. The consultancy has built a strong reputation for providing pragmatic engineering solutions across the UK residential sector and is looking to bring in additional contract support as project demand continues to increase. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and technically strong engineering team delivering structural design for low-rise residential schemes. Much of the work will focus on masonry structures, with projects typically including housing developments, small residential blocks, and developer-led schemes. You will work closely with experienced engineers and technicians, contributing to concept design, calculations, and technical problem-solving across a varied portfolio of projects. This role offers the chance to work on multiple developments simultaneously while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote contract arrangement. This is a flexible contract role where hours will vary from week-to-week – typically this may be c. 20 hours per week though at busier times may range up to 40. We’re looking for a capable Structural Engineer with solid experience in residential design who can confidently produce and review structural calculations for masonry structures. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing their own workload, and collaborating remotely with a wider engineering team. What’s On Offer Fully remote working arrangement with flexible working patterns. Opportunity to work on a steady pipeline of UK residential developments. Collaborative engineering team with strong technical support. Exposure to a variety of residential schemes across multiple developers. Long-term contract potential with consistent project workload. What You Need To Succeed Proven experience delivering structural design for low-rise residential projects. UK-based. Strong masonry design experience is essential. Additional experience with steel, concrete and timber structures would be beneficial. Ability to produce structural calculations and technical reports independently. Familiarity with common structural engineering software (e.g. Tekla Tedds, MasterSeries or similar). Understanding of UK building regulations and relevant Eurocodes. Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians and external consultants in a remote environment. Strong communication skills and a practical approach to problem solving. Chartered with IStructE or ICE (preferred but not essential). MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Data Business Analyst | Outside IR35 | £350 - £400 | Luton | Hybrid We’re looking for a Data Business Analyst to support a key MDM programme and free up our Principal BA to focus on strategic priorities. You’ll work on a project transitioning from requirements into design and build, helping to clarify, refine, and validate “completed” requirements as delivery progresses. The focus is on procurement master data—including data ingestion, quality improvements, automation, and detailed data mapping across the ordering cycle. What you’ll be doing: Supporting an MDM initiative covering procurement and supply chain data
Refining and validating requirements during the build phase
Validating detailed data mappings and integrations
Working closely with a Data Analyst and Data Platform Solution Architect
Coordinating across platform towers and communicating clearly with technical teamsWhat we’re looking for: Strong Data BA experience with MDM or data-led programmes
Knowledge of procurement and supply chain / ordering cycles
Good understanding of data structures, integrations, and data platforms
Comfortable operating between business and technical teamsIf this is a role that suits your skill set and are available immediately then please apply for this role directly with your most recent and up to date CV. Data Business Analyst | Outside IR35 | £350 - £400 | Luton | Hybrid

Business Systems & Reporting Analyst (Alternative titles: SQL Data Analyst / ERP & Reporting Analyst / Systems & Data Coordinator) Location: Wellingborough Salary: Up to £40,000 Hours: Monday - Thursday: 07:30 - 17:30 Friday: 07:30 - 15:00 Flexible working hours can be discussed for the right candidate About the Company A well-established and growing UK business operating within critical national infrastructure, specialising in the design, build, and supply of hardware supporting the UK’s mobile network rollout, maintenance, and upgrades. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Business Systems & Reporting Analyst to support reporting, ERP systems, stock analysis, and internal IT functions. The Role This is a varied, hands-on position that will suit someone who enjoys working with data, systems, and problem-solving. You will work extensively with SQL, Excel, and SAP Business One, producing accurate reporting and insights that directly support operational and commercial decision-making across the business. You’ll also act as a key internal support contact for system and IT-related queries. Key Responsibilities Data, SQL & Reporting Extract and manipulate data using SQL queries
Build and maintain reporting tools using Advanced Excel
Produce daily, weekly, and monthly management reports
Develop dashboards and reporting packs for operational teams
Analyse data to identify trends, issues, and opportunitiesERP / SAP Business One Maintain and update data within SAP Business One
Run and extract ERP-based reports
Support users with system queries and data issues
Identify improvements to processes and reporting efficiencyStock & Operational Reporting Produce stock analysis reports (including slow-moving and shortages)
Support purchasing and planning teams with accurate data
Assist with forecasting and inventory visibilityIT & Systems Support Provide first-line support for internal IT issues (hardware, printers, users)
Liaise with external IT providers where required
Support system setup and onboarding of users/equipment Candidate Requirements Experience with SQL (data extraction / querying essential)
Strong Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, formulas)
Experience using SAP Business One or similar ERP/MRP system
Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator who can work across departments
Practical, hands-on problem solver who enjoys variety Why Apply? Varied role combining data, systems, and reporting
Strong exposure to SQL, ERP systems, and business intelligence
Opportunity to make a real impact on operational decision-making
Stable, growing business within a critical UK industry
Flexible working hours available for the right person SQL Data Analyst, Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, BI Analyst, Reporting Analyst, MI Analyst (Management Information Analyst), Data Reporting Analyst, Systems Analyst, Business Systems Analyst, ERP Analyst, SAP Business One Analyst, Data & Systems Analyst, Operations Analyst, IT & Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Reporting Analyst, Data Insights Analyst, Data Support Analyst, Systems & Reporting Analyst, Data Engineer (Reporting Focus), MIS Analyst Impact Recruitment are a recruitment agency working on behalf of their client

Lead Data Analyst (Contract - Outside IR35 6 Months)£350-£375 per day | 1 day per week onsite (Northampton) | HybridWe’re seeking an experienced Lead Data Analyst to take ownership of Business Intelligence and Management Information reporting within a growing organisation. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering a blend of remote work with 1 day per week onsite in Northampton.You’ll work closely with a small team of Data Analysts, providing technical leadership while remaining hands-on in the design and delivery of scalable, high-quality reporting solutions. This role is ideal for a technically strong analyst who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing stakeholders, and driving meaningful business insights.Key Responsibilities

• Own the technical design and delivery of SQL-based reporting solutions, including Power BI, ensuring alignment with best practices and standards
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of Data Analysts, acting as the escalation point for complex technical challenges
• Lead the development of robust, consistent reporting that supports key business decision-making
• Translate business requirements into well-structured, maintainable, and accurate reporting outputs
• Define and maintain clean, reliable datasets and enforce consistent data standards across reporting
• Mentor and coach analysts, supporting development and promoting best practice across the team

Skills & ExperienceEssential:

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server Reporting Services
• Proven expertise with Power Platform tools, particularly Power BI and Dataverse
• Ability to interpret business requirements and deliver secure, scalable technical solutions
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience with Power Automate
• Background working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Experience within Contact Centres or Law/Insurance sectors
• Relevant Microsoft certifications

This is a great opportunity for a Lead Data Analyst looking to make a tangible impact while working in a flexible contract role.

• Hands-on FP&A role with focus on reporting, insight and large data sets
• Strong Excel and ability to work across multiple systems essential
• 3 to 6 month interim with high likelihood of permanent opportunity

Job Title: FP&A AnalystLocation: Northampton (Hybrid -2 days per week in the office)Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Contract: Initially interim (3-6 months)Role Purpose This role sits within the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team and supports the delivery of high-quality financial insight to senior stakeholders, including Partners, practice leadership, and senior management. The FP&A Analyst will play a key role in monthly reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis, helping the business understand financial outcomes and key drivers. This is a hands-on analytical role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with stakeholders and adding commercial value, rather than purely producing reports.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Performance & Reporting

• Support reporting on revenue, costs, profitability, and key performance indicators
• Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts, including variance analysis against budget and forecast
• Deliver clear and concise commentary for non-finance stakeholders
• Focus on post-month-end analysis rather than transactional accounting

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the annual budgeting cycle (already completed for current period)
• Assist with periodic reforecasting and year-end projections
• Work with senior team members to incorporate operational assumptions into forecasts
• Maintain and enhance financial models and planning tools

Business Partnering & Insight

• Act as a finance contact for assigned areas of the business
• Respond to ad hoc requests from senior stakeholders
• Translate complex financial data into meaningful, commercially focused insights
• Support decision-making through analysis and interpretation

Data, Systems & Process Improvement

• Work across multiple systems to extract, validate, and analyse data
• Manage and manipulate large datasets using Excel
• Identify and resolve data inconsistencies and reporting challenges
• Support improvements in reporting processes, templates, and dashboards

Skills & ExperienceEssential

• Experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or financial analysis
• Strong Excel skills (comfortable handling large datasets, data imports, and modelling)
• Experience working with complex or imperfect data across multiple systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Confident engaging with non-finance stakeholders

Data Business Analyst | Outside IR35 | £350 - £400 | Luton | HybridWe’re looking for a Data Business Analyst to support a key MDM programme and free up our Principal BA to focus on strategic priorities. You’ll work on a project transitioning fromrequirements into design and build, helping to clarify, refine, and validate “completed” requirements as delivery progresses. The focus is on procurement master data—including data ingestion, quality improvements, automation, and detailed data mapping across the ordering cycle.What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting an MDM initiative covering procurement and supply chain data
• Refining and validating requirements during the build phase
• Validating detailed data mappings and integrations
• Working closely with a Data Analyst and Data Platform Solution Architect
• Coordinating across platform towers and communicating clearly with technical teams

What we’re looking for:

• Strong Data BA experience with MDM or data-led programmes
• Knowledge of procurement and supply chain / ordering cycles
• Good understanding of data structures, integrations, and data platforms
• Comfortable operating between business and technical teams

If this is a role that suits your skill set and are available immediately then please apply for this role directly with your most recent and up to date CV.Data Business Analyst | Outside IR35 | £350 - £400 | Luton | Hybrid

Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Data Analyst to join their team

This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right candidate

You will

Deliver data-driven insight, procurement analysis, and benchmarking to support efficiency and improvement programmes within the business. The role identifies savings opportunities, improves value for money, and enables evidence-based decision-making across services.

Accountabilities

• Identify and quantify efficiency and savings opportunities alongside team members
• Support procurement activity to achieve best value outcomes e,g softmarket testing
• Deliver benchmarking to compare cost, performance, and productivity across similar Councils
• Provide accurate reporting and tracking of savings and performance

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse financial, operational, and demand data to identify cost drivers and inefficiencies
• Develop clear dashboards and reports (e.g. Excel, Power BI) to support decision-making
• Conduct spend analysis to identify procurement savings (aggregation, renegotiation, sourcing)
• Support procurement processes including data analysis, option appraisal, and bid evaluation
• Lead benchmarking activity (internal/external) to highlight improvement opportunities
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Support business cases, forecasting, and scenario modelling

Skills & Experience

• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills
• Advanced Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools
• Understanding of procurement and commercial principles
• Experience in benchmarking and performance analysis
• Knowledge of financial data and cost drivers
• Ability to communicate insights clearly and concisely

Success Measures

• Delivery of appropriate insights that lead to measurable savings
• Improved value for money through procurement support
• Effective use of benchmarking to drive service improvement
• Accuracy and reliability of data, reporting, and dashboards
• Stakeholder confidence in analysis and outputs

Outputs

• Dashboards and performance reports
• Spend and procurement analysis
• Benchmarking insights and comparisons
• Savings tracking and variance reports
• Analytical input to business cases

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35

HYBRID WORKING AVAILABLE

IT Systems Manager

Milton Keynes | Monday to Friday | 8:30 to 17:30
Up to £50k (DOE)
Company Bonus | On-site Parking

Celestra Limited

Celestra is a successful and dynamic Company delivering IT services nationally to the best brand names in the hospitality and retail industries. We build on the essential ingredients required to build strong, long-term partnerships. We become an extension of our Clients teams as we work together to help them achieve digital visions. With teams spread across the UK, we deliver an exceptional customer experience and speed of delivery which is second to none.

About the Role

As Celestras Business Systems Lead, you will take ownership of the companys internal software and digital platforms, ensuring they support business processes, drive efficiency, and deliver seamless user experience.

This role blends technical expertise with strategic oversight and hands-on leadership, working closely with internal teams and external vendors to optimise, integrate, and maintain our software ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain internal software systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and meet business needs.
• Lead software implementation projects, upgrades, integrations, and process optimisations.
• Assess emerging technologies and recommend solutions to enhance business operations.
• Ensure systems comply with cyber security, data protection, and software licensing requirements.
• Work closely with stakeholders across departments to identify software needs and deliver effective solutions.
• Manage relationships with software vendors and service providers, including contract management and performance monitoring.
• Create documentation, training materials, and user guides to maximise adoption of software tools.
• Provide reporting and insights on system performance and usage to support executive decision-making.
• Support staff with software-related issues, collaborating with the wider IT support function.
• Manage budgets for software initiatives and licensing costs.

What Youll Bring

• Extensive experience with business software, digital platforms, and systems integration.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure as it relates to supporting software applications.
• Proven project management experience, delivering software solutions on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical information for non-technical users.
• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, PowerShell) is advantageous.
• Cyber security awareness and compliance knowledge.
• Leadership experience with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop a small team.
• Experience producing management reports and data-driven insights.

What we Offer

• Bonus Scheme (Paid twice yearly)
• Career Development Ongoing professional development and clear internal progression routes
• Recognition & Rewards From Star of the Month to Team Hug and spontaneous shout-outs
• Private Medical Insurance Including 24/7 digital GP access, so youre covered round the clock.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24/7 confidential support, whatever life throws your way.
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 3 years service plus all the UK bank holidays off.
• Holiday Trading Fancy a bit more time off? You can buy extra holiday anytime through the year.
• Cycle to Work Scheme Plus seasonal health perks like free flu jabs and eye tests on us.
• Tech Payment Scheme In partnership with Currys, spread the cost of your next must-have gadget.
• Brilliant Discounts Enjoy savings on the high street, in restaurants, and on your travels

Office Perks

• Fresh Fruit Delivery every week, plus breakfast, lunch on site and a cheap tuck shop (everything is 50p)
• Modern Offices With parking, pool table, ping pong, and our very own pub garden for a proper summer BBQ.
• On-Site Treats A daily coffee van to perk you up, and an ice cream van when the suns out.
• Team Socials From team parties to charity fundraisers, theres always something going on.

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you’ll be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold Direction 2030strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you’re looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.

We’re looking for a Technology Business Partner join our team in Milton Keynes on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 with a hybrid working pattern.

To act as the strategic interface between ICAEW’s Technology function and its business units, shaping and articulating technology demand, ensuring alignment to strategic objectives, and enabling the delivery of value-focused, prioritised digital initiatives. This role ensures that technology investment is informed by business outcomes, that stakeholders are engaged from the outset, and that delivery is coordinated across the digital roadmap. The Tech Business Partner plays a critical role in bridging business ambition with technology capability.

What you will be doing:

• Build strong relationships with senior business stakeholders to understand strategic goals, operational pain points, and opportunities for transformation.
• Translate business needs into clear and structured technology demand, framing problems and opportunities in a way that can be prioritised and delivered.
• Facilitate discovery and early-stage engagement, working with Innovation, UX, and Product teams to define scope, problem statements, user journeys, and high-level feasibility.
• Partner with stakeholders to co-create benefit cases and ensure the business context is accurately reflected in digital planning.
• Work with business leads to define expected outcomes for digital initiatives (e.g., efficiency, revenue, experience).

What you will need:

• Proven experience in a business-facing role within a technology function (e.g., business partnering, product ownership, strategy, consulting, or digital transformation).
• Proven experience shaping and translating business needs into technology proposals or product strategies.
• Comfortable working across complex, cross-functional environments with multiple stakeholders and delivery constraints.
• Familiarity with business case development, benefit tracking, and digital planning processes.
• Stakeholder engagement and influencing - Able to build trust and credibility at all levels, from operational teams to senior leadership.

What you can expect from us

We believe doing your best work starts with feeling supported both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to give you flexibility, security, and peace of mind:

• A generous 9% pension
• Healthcare cash plan
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life assurance at 4x your salary
• 24 days’ holiday, and the option to buy or sell extra days
• Hybrid working
• Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
• Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
• Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
• A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you

It’s all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below.

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Salary: £30001 per annumShift hours: Full Time

Subway® Manager

We’re looking for a motivated and hands‑on Subway® Manager to lead our restaurant team and deliver a great customer experience every day. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manager who enjoys running a business, developing people and driving standards.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Leading the day‑to‑day operation of the restaurant
• Recruiting, training, motivating and developing your team
• Setting rotas and managing staffing levels effectively
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, quality and brand standards are always met
• Managing stock, cash controls and business records
• Driving sales through local marketing, promotions and events
• Maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for customers and staff
• Delivering consistently excellent customer service

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a restaurant or quick‑service environment
• Proven ability to lead, train and manage a team
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commercial awareness and confidence analysing sales and performance data
• A proactive, customer‑first approach

What you’ll need?

• High school diploma or equivalent (college degree desirable)

• Flexibility to work across all areas of the restaurant, including hands‑on shifts

• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods and handle light to moderate lifting

• Confidence using POS systems and basic admin tools

• In return, you’ll have the opportunity to run your own site, develop your management career and be supported by Compass Group within a globally recognised brand.

  We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme

• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more

• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and many more

• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/2104/ / /SU #One Retail

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Reference: com/2104/ / /SULocation: Milton Keynes

Job Title: Office Administrator (12-Month Temporary Contract)

Location:

Aylesbury

Salary:

£24,420 – £29,000 per year

Job Type:

Temporary (12-month contract)

About the Role We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience and confident IT skills to play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our office.

You will be responsible for a wide range of administrative duties while providing professional support to both colleagues and clients in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage daily administrative operations to ensure efficiency

Handle incoming calls professionally and direct enquiries appropriately

Maintain accurate records and perform data entry using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Organise schedules, meetings, and appointments for staff and management

Prepare correspondence, reports, and documentation with a high level of accuracy

Support invoicing, billing, and financial record-keeping (experience with Sage is advantageous)

Carry out general clerical duties including filing, photocopying, and mailing

Ensure the office remains organised, clean, and welcoming

Deliver excellent customer service to clients and visitors

Assist with company social media posts and basic content management

About You

Proven experience in an office or administrative role

Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Workspace

Experience with Sage or similar accounting software (desirable)

Fast and accurate typing and data entry skills

Excellent communication skills and professional phone manner

Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

Competitive salary

Employee discount scheme

Free on-site parking

Supportive team environment

Valuable experience in a professional office setting

This role is ideal for a motivated individual looking to develop their administrative career in a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: 750 to 850 per day (outside IR35)
Organisation: Local Authority

The Role - Financial Data Analyst

This is not a standard data analyst role.

We are looking for a commercially minded analyst to support efficiency and improvement programmes across the Council. You will work at the intersection of data, finance, and procurement, helping services understand their costs, identify savings opportunities, and improve value for money.

Your work will directly influence decision-making, business cases, and transformation activity.

Key Responsibilities of the Financial Data Analyst

• Analyse financial, operational, and demand data to identify cost drivers and inefficiencies
• Deliver spend analysis to highlight procurement savings opportunities (e.g. aggregation, renegotiation, sourcing)
• Support procurement activity through data analysis, option appraisal, and bid evaluation
• Lead benchmarking exercises to compare cost, performance, and productivity with similar organisations
• Develop dashboards and reports (Excel, Power BI) to support decision-making
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Support business cases, forecasting, and scenario modelling

About You

We are looking for candidates who combine strong analytical capability with commercial awareness.

You might currently be working as a:

• Data Analyst (finance, commercial, or performance focused)
• Commercial or Procurement Analyst
• Financial Analyst or Management Accountant with strong data skills
• Performance or BI Analyst within local government or the public sector

You will bring:

• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills
• Advanced Excel and experience with Power BI or similar tools
• Understanding of financial data and cost drivers
• Awareness of procurement or commercial principles
• Ability to communicate insights clearly and influence decision-making

Why Join the team as a Financial Data Analyst?

• Opportunity to deliver real, measurable savings and impact
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making
• Work across a wide range of council services and transformation programmes
• Be part of a team focused on efficiency, improvement, and value for money

Apply for the Financial Data Analyst role

If you are a data-driven professional who wants to move beyond reporting into impact and decision-making, we would like to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a member of the team will be in touch.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years’ experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

6-month contract (likely extension)

Milton Keynes - hybrid (3 days on site)

600- 650/day (Inside IR35, Umbrella)

SC Clearance preferred

My Central Government client is seeking an experienced Business Change Manager to lead the people side of transformation across multiple initiatives.

You will be responsible for driving adoption and embedding change across business processes, systems and technology, ensuring initiatives land on time, on budget, and deliver measurable benefits.

The focus is on increasing utilisation, minimising resistance, and maximising ROI.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead change impact assessments across organisational, process and technology change
• Develop and deliver change strategies and plans to drive adoption
• Manage change workstreams across programmes, aligned to governance
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders and key user groups
• Deliver communications, training and engagement plans
• Identify risks and resistance, implementing mitigation strategies
• Define and track success metrics and benefits realisation
• Support Target Operating Model (TOM) development and implementation
• Work closely with Project Managers to embed change into delivery

Experience required:

• Proven experience delivering business change across complex programmes
• Strong stakeholder engagement, including senior leadership
• Experience in impact assessment, adoption and benefits realisation
• Ability to manage resistance and drive behavioural change
• Strong communication, facilitation and reporting skills

Qualifications

• APMG Change Management Practitioner (essential)
• Prosci / ADKAR or similar (desirable)

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reed Finance is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected financial services organisation to recruit an experienced UK Finance Business Partner on a fixed-term basis.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a senior, highly influential role responsible for leading UK finance activities and acting as the key financial interface between the UK Executive team, UK Boards and an international Group Finance function. You will provide strategic financial insight, maintain strong financial governance, and play a pivotal role in shaping commercial and operational decision-making across the business.

This role combines senior business partnering, customer finance oversight, financial planning and reporting, and leadership of a specialist finance function within a highly regulated environment.

Duties Include:

• Act as the primary UK finance lead and key liaison with Group Finance, ensuring transparency, consistency and alignment across all reporting.
• Lead the preparation, approval and ongoing monitoring of annual budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans.
• Produce high-quality management information, board packs and financial commentary for Executive and Board stakeholders.
• Provide assurance around cashflow, liquidity planning and working capital management across the UK business.
• Oversee UK business finance operations, including banking arrangements, controls and revenue collection processes.
• Maintain strong financial governance over customer and client money, ensuring daily reconciliations and prompt resolution of variances.
• Ensure strict adherence to regulatory and client money requirements, maintaining robust, auditable financial controls.
• Oversee pension-related financial activities, including payroll-related finance processes, customer payments and contributions.
• Work closely with Operations, Compliance and Service teams to ensure customer-centric, compliant financial processes.

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Extensive senior-level finance experience within financial services or a similarly regulated environment (CASS/FCA knowledge highly desirable).
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, client money controls and financial governance.
• Proven experience of financial leadership, business partnering and strategic decision support.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge at Executive level

The Business:

Based in the Milton Keynes area, the organisation is a well-established and growing participant within the financial services sector. Known for its strong values, customer-focused approach and collaborative culture, the business offers a modern, flexible working environment and the opportunity to operate at Executive level within a complex and highly responsible finance function.

Salary & Benefits:

A salary in the region of £80,000-£100,000 per annum is on offer, alongside hybrid working (minimum three days per week in the office) and a comprehensive benefits package. This role is offered on a 6-12 month fixed-term contract, making it ideal for candidates seeking a senior interim or FTC opportunity.

I’m keen to speak with senior finance leaders who thrive in business-facing roles, enjoy operating at Board level, and are passionate about strong governance and commercial impact.

If the above sounds like your next career move, please send your up-to-date CV or contact Nathan at the Reed Milton Keynes office for more information.

Role Purpose Savers is one of the UK's fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We're energetic, down-to-earth and all about people - helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you'll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! As a Savers Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing great value and on-trend products to sell within our store estate and our website. A Savers buyer should have a thorough understanding of customer needs, be able to identify and source new products, deliver and manage a portfolio of products that provide our customers with quality and value, whilst maintaining competitiveness and driving sales and profitability as part of the overall commercial strategy.A typical day in this role includes Develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock management that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives.Identify and implement new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability.Manage and review pricing to protect profitability while ensuring Savers is competitive. Operate within Company pricing strategy.Collaborate with the Online and Marketing teams to develop and implement marketing promotion plans and strategies that are relevant to the category.Adhere to legislation and brand guidelines, and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales.Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders.Working in partnership with the Supply Chain team to maximise stock availability for our customers, manage store ranging and ensure general stock health for your category.Collaborating with the Operations team to ensure the commercial offer lands effectively, while supporting our store teams for optimal execution This job is a good fit for you if you: Proven experience as a Retail Buyer, ideally within the FMCG sectorStrong commercial awareness, with the ability to analyse market and customer trendsConfident working with numbers, with strong analytical skillsAdvanced Excel skills, used regularly in your day-to-day workA persuasive negotiator, able to influence suppliers and secure strong commercial termsExcellent communication skills, with a strong attention to detail, both written and verbalExperience within a value or discount retail environment would be a plus

Business Development Manager - Bedfordshire

Uncapped Commission New Business Focus High-Growth Provider

Are you a driven Business Development professional who enjoys opening doors, winning new clients and building long-term partnerships? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing payroll provider with a strong reputation in the medical and healthcare recruitment sector, now expanding rapidly into the Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll market.

If you want to join early, influence growth and play a key role in shaping the future of the business, this role offers exactly that.

The Opportunity

As the Business Development Manager, you will focus entirely on securing new recruitment agency clients who require reliable, compliant Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll and Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll solutions for their temporary workforce.

You will represent the business across multiple recruitment sectors, helping it grow beyond its established healthcare client base.

This is a pure new business role, ideal for someone who thrives in a sales-driven environment and enjoys building strong commercial relationships.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development

• Identify and target recruitment agencies that require Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll or Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll solutions
• Generate new business opportunities through outbound activity, networking and referrals
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients

Client Engagement

• Develop relationships with recruitment consultants, directors and agency owners
• Present tailored Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll and Construction Industry Scheme solutions
• Manage the full sales process from initial contact through to signed partnership agreements

Market Growth

• Support the company’s expansion into the wider contractor payroll market
• Leverage the business’s strong reputation within healthcare recruitment while opening opportunities in other sectors
• Stay informed on contractor legislation, including off-payroll working rules (commonly known as IR35) and Joint and Several Liability

About You

You are commercially minded, confident speaking with people at all levels and motivated by winning new business. You enjoy building relationships, identifying opportunities and helping clients solve payroll challenges.

You will ideally have:

• Experience in Business Development or business-to-business sales
• A background in umbrella payroll, contractor services, Construction Industry Scheme payroll or recruitment agency sales
• Knowledge of off-payroll working rules, contractor payroll compliance or Joint and Several Liability (desirable)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, target-driven approach

What’s On Offer

• A fully new business sales role
• The chance to join a growing payroll provider at a key stage of expansion
• Real influence and the opportunity to make your mark in a developing business

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Business Development Manager within umbrella payroll, Construction Industry Scheme payroll or recruitment agency solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business with significant growth potential.