52 jobs found in Bedford

An exciting opportunity to work for an insurance broker who makes caring for its customers an absolute focus. A unique opportunity to join a growing ethical business with exciting career prospects on offer. We are looking for a Sales Team Leader to work in the New Business team, to support the Sales Manager in delivering new business, lead and develop individual team members and hit new business targets. The successful candidate in this exciting role will have a proven track record of sales and working to targets and KPI's. You will need to have worked in a regulated environment previously and experience in the insurance industry would be an advantage. key duties: Support the Sales Manager to deliver the New Business departmental target To lead, develop and support the individual members of your team To hit new business targets To sell compliantly Essential experience: A proven track record of recent delivery of departmental Sales targets Leadership and line management track record of success Understands data, reporting and commenting on data and the performance of a department Communication, both written and verbal Previous experience of personal lines insurance sales Passion for success and excellence Our client is also offering an attractive bonus and rewards package.

Your new role The Complex Infrastructure Programme (CIP) is embarking on a very exciting journey. For the past 5 years we have been responsible for delivering some of the countries largest and most complex infrastructure projects, which attract a vast amount of Government and public interest. Our programme currently comprises of the A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet project and the A303 Stonehenge scheme. Last year we successfully completed sections 1 to 5 of the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon scheme, leaving us now with the completion of section 6 and closing out the project ready to hand over to our colleagues in Operations. Whilst we continue to deliver these projects we have now also been given the hugely exciting challenge of taking on thirty projects which are currently in the pipeline and under evaluation for the next Road Investment Period. As our Programme continues to grow and evolve we are developing our central programme team to ensure we are set up for success. We're looking for a PA to support the Divisional Director and provide administrative support to the central programme team. What you'll be leading on Diary management, including handling conflicting demands and factoring in travel plans Collating and submitting expense claims on behalf of the Divisional Director Attending meetings and note taking, including capturing and following up actions Handling and escalating enquiries for the Divisional Director Supporting with co-ordinating and organising events, such as the annual conference and other various programme activities Supporting with disseminating internal communications as and when required To be successful you'll need Experience of working in a senior administration or personal assistant role. Proven ability to work effectively with others in an office environment or delivering an efficient customer service Proven experience in confidently using Office 365, including Teams, PowerPoint and One Note To demonstrate extensive diary management experience and be confident organising meetings, taking notes and co-ordinating events To be a confident individual, capable of multi-tasking on a day-today basis To demonstrate the ability to be discrete and trustworthy as you may be dealing with confidential information. A bit about us Responsible for some of the largest and complex 'Tier 1' projects of national significance. Our projects are in the Government Major Projects Portfolio due to their level of investment, complexity of stakeholder and political landscape and importance as elements of national infrastructure that will lead to economic growth. Why you should join us At Highways England we believe in a connected country. We are passionate about creating a culture where colleagues feel connected, included and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this. We're proud that as an organisation we are continually striving to do better and actively encourage and support our colleagues to do the same with their careers. So, if you put safety first, take ownership of your work, show passion for what you do, work effectively in a team, and demonstrate integrity in how you do it - then you'll be a great fit for our organisation And finally, we reserve the right to close before the advertised closing date, so we recommend completing your application as soon as possible.

Private Client Legal Secretary Bedford, Bedfordshire Salary depending on experience An exciting opportunity within a reputable law firm in Bedford for a Legal Secretary to join their Private Client department. The Private Client team deals with a range of areas including: Will drafting Probate/Estate administration Tax Advice Set up and administration of Trusts Powers of Attorney Court of Protection/Deputyship The chosen candidate needs to be someone who is familiar with all the processes and procedures associated with the Private Client department and can start assisting from day one. This role will be to assist fee earners in their day to day work by providing support and an efficient secretarial and administrative service within the Private client department: Providing full secretarial support including using a digital dictation system to produce correspondence and other documentation related to Private Client matters. Maintenance of comprehensive and accurate client admin files. Drafting of basic Wills, LPAs and Court of Protection applications. Completion of forms relating to tax i.e. Inheritance Tax. Production of attendance notes. Support fee earners in marketing activities. General team administration including photocopying, faxing, filing and scanning. Meeting and greeting clients. Handling telephone enquiries and directing accordingly. Arranging meeting room bookings/travel arrangements. Desired skills and experience: Legal Secretary experience essential within Private Client - at least 6 months. Fast, accurate typing ability, ideally using digital audio systems. Experience of using case management system. IT literate - Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook / Digital Audio software / Case Management.

LTN7 - Bedford - Warehouse Operative Adecco, the sole supplier of vacancies at Amazon Bedford is now hiring for roles based at Bedford Commercial Park, Bedford, MK43 9JH. Health and safety are a top priority with all of Amazon's roles and sites. Amazon continues to consult with medical and health experts, and take all recommended precautions in buildings and stores to keep people healthy. Amazon has taken measures to promote social distancing in the workplace and taken on enhanced and frequent cleaning, to name a few. As a warehouse operative you must have a passion for ensuring that customers receive a first-class Amazon experience. Subsidised transport available from the Bedford area! Tasks and Responsibilities: Handling the full range of goods by Amazon and its Marketplace sellers in the UK, including but not limited to age restricted products, food (including nuts and meat) and alcohol and chemicals Efficiently and effectively receiving and storing goods inwards following Amazon's internal processes and procedures and using radio frequency scanners Pick our customer orders ensuring a high level of quality and productivity Accurately pack and ship our customer orders to ensure we meet customers' high expectations Accurately read instructions from a scanner Relocate products using forklifts, pump truck and power pallet truck Consistently achieve targets set for your department Adhere to strict safety, quality and production standards The role involves the following physical demands on a daily basis: Standing and/or walking for long periods of between 8 and 12 hours per shift (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part-time shifts may vary) Lifting and moving products up to 23kg in weight Lifting, bending, reaching above the head, kneeling, crouching, and/or stretching for 8 to 12 hours per shift (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part-time shifts may vary) Pushing and pulling product up to 23kg in weight for 8 to 12 hours per shift (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part-time shifts may vary) Manual dexterity of both hands and wrists Working on a secure mezzanine at a height of between 9 to 12 meters (equivalent to a 3 or 4 storey building) Regularly climbing and descending four flights of stairs safely Apply today, start tomorrow.

EJ658 - Equipment Mechanical Technician (Semiconductors) Location : Bedford Salary : £31,000 - £39,000 Overview : First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Equipment Mechanical Technician on behalf of one of our clients. You will support the fabrication manufacturing area and work on equipment ranging from intricate mechanical sequencing and vacuum technology to state of the art silic...... click apply for full job details

Workshop Fitter Bedford £35000 + Overtime + Bonus + Progression Are you an experienced plant fitter that wants to work for one of the leading hire companies in the UK? Do you want to join a company that will develop you into becoming a depot foreman? The company are one of the UK's fastest growing hire businesses. The business has won numerous awards due to staff development and internal progression opportunities. The role will involve the service and maintenance on a variety of plant machinery at the depot South of Bedford. This role will suit an experienced plant fitter that is looking for a company that offer continuous profession development and progression opportunities. Engineers with hands on experience of plant, heavy tracked vehicles or ground support equipment from the armed forces are actively encouraged to apply. The Role *Workshop Fitter (Plant) *Bedford *£35000 +Overtime + Bonus + Pension The Person *Experienced plant fitter *Wants to work for a leading hire company *Looking for progression

IN-HOME USAGE TESTER (Product Tester at Home) Presently we're recruiting Product Testers (from home) in most of the United Kingdom regions to expand our private network of In-Home Usage Testers (IHUT) to fulfill upcoming contracts with multinational market research companies. We guarantee 15-20 hours per week with an hourly pay of between £14/hr and £19/hr, depending on the In-Home Usage Test project. No experience required. UK Consumer Panels® is a consulting firm that specializes in product testing and product development work. We design and conduct In-Home Usage Testing (IHUT) locally and nationally to provide actual user feedback to companies and market research firms to evaluate products, packaging, related product instructions and more. We leverage our network of private panels (In-Home Usage Testers) to provide product testers to companies for evaluating the in-home experience with a wide variety of products to ensure proper product certification and greater market access. Please note that although this job can be done from home 98% of the time, very occasionally In-Home Product Testers may be asked to visit the client's office, laboratory, store, warehouse or factory for training or meetings. These optional visits are also paid by the hour. During your application process, we will determine your consumer profile and establish what products would be suitable for you to test according to your demographics, lifestyle, consumer behavior, skills, hobbies, and abilities. Research questionnaires are used to identify and target certain types of consumers, to ensure the right participants are engaged and to achieve the representative sample needed. Job candidates for In-Home Usage Testing are also screened to meet the client's needs for the project to ensure that the product is one that they qualify to test and that they have a balance of demographics and attitudes. Participation in these product testing and consumer panels is always free, secure and private. In-Home Usage Testing is a quick, easy and fun way to make extra cash by telling big brands what you think about their upcoming products and services in the UK market. Main duties: •Sign and return non-disclosure agreements before the product to be tested is shipped. Individuals who complete the required documents will have the products sent to their homes. •Once the product is received for In-Home Usage Test (IHUT), the Product Tester must take care of the product tested and use it responsibly. •Read and strictly follow the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule provided with each product testing project. In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedules may include tasks to do such as unpacking, reading instructions, journal entries, online or mobile feedback, usage of product for a certain amount of time, writing reviews, taking pictures, etc. •Properly document In-Home Usage Test as instructed in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule. Types of documentation commonly used for In-Home Usage Tests are snapshots, audio recordings, videos and Product Journals. •Attend online Skype meetings or conference call meetings with Account Managers, Brand Managers, Research Managers, Product Managers or small business owners to offer ongoing product usage feedback. These short virtual meetings may take place 2-3 times per week and are paid by the hour also. •Some In-Home Usage Tests projects may require participants to use MFour's Mobile In-Home Use Test Technology (cutting-edge smartphone technology to capture Point-of-Emotion® insights to gain unparalleled depth of responses). •Paid Product Testing is done from home 98% of the time, but very occasionally paid Product Testers may be asked to visit the client's office, laboratory, store, warehouse or factory for training or meetings. These visits are paid by the hour also. •There are times when the product testing may be discussed in a private chat room that is opened by the market research group. •Write reviews as requested in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule for each project. •Review requirements can vary, however, the standard requirement is a written review, photos of the reviewer with the product and a video review. Requirements: •Great ability to follow precise instructions •Be open to writing short reviews, record audio or record short video (doesn't have to be perfect), no experience needed •Great attention to detail and curious spirit •Be able to work 15-20 hours per week and commit to a certain routine •Have access to a computer and a reliable internet connection •Have access to a digital camera or cell phone that takes pictures •Be honest and reliable •Good communication skills are an asset •No experience required •High School Diploma •18 years or older A paid Product Tester position is perfect for those looking for an entry-level opportunity or for seasonal work, temporary work or part-time work. The hours are completely flexible, and no previous experience is necessary. Our paid Product Testers come from all backgrounds and industries ranging from customer service and sales to administrative assistant. If you are a manager, receptionist, warehouse or factory worker, driver, medical assistant, nurse, cleaner, college student, messenger, maid, teacher, retail associate, salesperson, secretary, server, janitor, cashier, contract worker or intern who is looking for a flexible part-time or seasonal job, you should try paid Product Testing to supplement your income. Also, if you have been involved in accounting, clerical jobs, marketing, management, security or data entry jobs you may qualify for a paid product tester position. Benefits: •Very competitive salary •Weekly pay •Work around your schedule •Learn about an exciting industry •Telecommute (you can work from home, work or school) •Most of the time you can keep the product tested •An incredible team comprised of motivated and talented individuals

Salary: £22 - 25 per hour Reference: ACTJ Venn Group Recruitment Solutions Joiner Recruitment Agency reference: ACTJ Venn Group are recruiting for 2x Joiners to work within a leading engineering company on a project based in Bedford. This is a key role assisting the team on a 4 week temporary basis. It is paying between £22.00 - 25.00 per hour depending on experience. The successful candidate should have: Experience in 1st fix joinery CSCS PTS (Desirable) If you are interested in this position or would like to find out more about similar roles please contact Alex Tresnan or Dan Ashcroft on and email your updated CV to Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Are you passionate about customer service? Do you have genuine desire to support others to learn and grow? Do you have experience in coaching and helping to shape the development of others, enabling them to deliver their best work? Are you up for the challenge of working for a UK Superbrand, a thriving organisation which puts its people and customers first? If this sounds like you, please read on As part of our ongoing drive to ensure our newly recruited and trained members of the customer service teams are equipped to deliver the best service possible, we have created a new role and are recruiting x2 Induction and Performance Team Managers into our Customer Experience Centre Team (CEC) at Autoglass® Having completed their initial onboarding and training, all new members of the CEC will move into a development area, where you will take accountability for ensuring that these frontline team members feel supported through their formative learning experiences at Autoglass®, ensuring that our high standards and expectations are understood, and that key success measures are being achieved before a new starter 'passes out' and joins their permanent team The role involves the management and coaching of all new CEC Advisors and will play a critical part of our onboarding process, equipping our new starters to provide excellent service to our customers, whilst reducing early attrition, and more importantly ensuring all new starters in the CEC are engaged and set up to succeed in their new career at Autoglass®. Key Responsibilities Working with the Business Support Manager and key Operational leads, help scope, develop, and implement key activities and approaches to improve the success of newly appointed CEC Advisors Apply coaching methods to deliver best practice solutions and improve the performance of Advisors with measurable outputs for new starters To engage in the final few days of training, and via call listening identify needs and provide coaching where appropriate to improve performance To work closely with the Training team to continually look for opportunities to enhance training Effectively manage the new starter team providing coaching to ensure all KPI's are being met To ensure new starter colleagues feel confident 'to go it alone' and provide support as needed. Provide feedback to Team Managers and Trainers as needed in order to continually improve To conduct regular coaching sessions, 1-2-1's, and document accordingly To develop and agree clearly defined and measurable objectives with individual team members. To support with coaching and training as needed To manage non achievement of these plans in line with organisational policies etc To work closely with Team Managers and ensure an aligned and well communicated hand over of recruits to their permanent team. To ensure any coaching plans and ongoing support identified is handed over the Team Manager During intervals where we may have no new starters, to work with Team Managers and effectively manage identified Advisors assigned for performance improvement coaching Work with all CEC Team Managers and Senior Managers to identify and implement performance improvement measures Demonstrates an improvement in KPI's via a coaching framework Be a Role Model for rest of Team, be a Champion of Best Practice and Responsible for Self-Development To develop and maintain partnerships with all other Company functions What skills will I need to be successful? Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Proven track record of improving performance, ideally within a customer service environment Engaging and inspirational Coaching style Customer Service experience The desire to make a real difference Benefits include : Generous bonus scheme related to company performance Up to 15% pension contributions - based on employee contribution of 5% 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Discounted shopping vouchers

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Science Intern - Ice Cream Ingredients Technician to join our client, a leading global FMCG company with brands such as Dove, Knorr, Persil & Magnum, to be based at Colworth Science Park in Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, MK44 (just a 40-minute drive from Milton Keynes)...... click apply for full job details

About the Role Project management is the application of processes, methods, knowledge, skills and experience to achieve the project objectives. The Project Controller position within Programme Operations at Lockheed Martin Ampthill is a varied, fast paced and non-administrative role. A Project Controller's role centres around supporting the Project Manager, Programme or Business Area to enable them to achieve their objectives and deliverables. Our Project Controller's can be assigned directly to a Project Manager (often within a larger Programme) or provide support to the whole Programme working for the Programme Senior Team. Duties/Responsibilities These are some of the tasks a Project Controller may be asked to undertake. Please note that these are only a small sample of the many tasks a Project Controller can be tasked with. Schedule all activities associated with assigned Projects/Control Accounts to produce an integrated schedule, update as required, and report potential problems/problem areas to the Control Account Manager for action. Identify and validate the critical path on the project. Communicate the critical path to the project team Resource load schedules (where applicable) and maintain a Performance Measurement Baseline in the planning tool through integrating SBCRs into the baseline and forecast. Status the schedule, analyse and report project progress and resource requirements. Ensure the schedule is traceable to other data sources - Work Breakdown Structure, Organisational Breakdown Structure, Integrated Master Plan and the risk register Produce look ahead reports from the schedule for the integrated product teams Ensure that the schedules adhere to the DCMA 14 point health check Identify, logically link and maintain dependencies between various work streams Assists Control Account Manager in generating data/information for presentations and reports to project management or the customer. Consolidate data in the schedule for Control Account Manager's review and approval. Generate Variance Analysis Reports on a monthly basis to cover schedule variance at completion information with corrective actions. Work with the CAM to implement the corrective actions to re-align the work to the baseline. Integrate the schedule data into the cost system. Required skills, qualifications and experience Working knowledge of and experience in MS Project 2007/2010 and Primavera P6 would be an advantage A strong individual who will ensure that best planning practice is always adhered to, even in occasional pressurised situations. Proven understanding of all aspects of Earned Value Management (EVM) The ability to quickly pick up new tool sets and processes, with good analytical skills. Proven ability to analyse schedules and cost data for impending difficulties and clearly communicate to Project Manager/Control Account Manager. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. Desired skills, qualifications and experience Working knowledge of and experience in SAP cost planning & reporting Experience in the development, maintenance and control of complex event-driven Integrated Master Schedules (IMS). Experience in planning and scheduling in complex design and development programmes (preferably MoD or Defence related) and be able to understand and work with a technical and skill-diverse team

The Harpur Trust, a Bedford based organisation that has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of people within its community for over 450 years, is recruiting for their next Communications Manager. An important role within the organisation you will be responsible for steering communications across a range of areas including press and media, as well as digital communications. Based at the organisations' Head Office with some flexibility for home working, this role supports all aspects of the charity's work across the grants it gives to individuals and organisations; its four independent schools in the area; and its alms-houses for older people. Key responsibilities within the role will include: - Developing and monitoring a fully integrated communications strategy; and building active, measurable and supportive digital campaigns to drive brand awareness - Being the organisations brand guardian, ensuring that both internal and external communications have a consistent visual identity and voice - Develop new brand identities for new strategies and programmes - Manage and lead on creation of quality, engaging content for all media and channels including written, video, photos and infographics - Manage and develop the website, regularly reviewing and creating engaging content, and develop new websites as required - Own and cultivate strong relationships with key local, regional and national media - Responsible for the Management of all media enquiries, and provide crisis communications support - To lead on publications including the Annual Report, and other research or reports to inform and support stakeholder engagement, campaigns and further our evidence-based strategy - Create, Plan, run and monitor events and campaigns in support of the organisational objectives Open on background, the successful candidate won't necessarily have charity sector experience, although this is desirable. Key to the role is experience of developing communications strategies; digital communications experience; and the ability to manage a range of stakeholders including press and media. You'll have excellent communication skills, as well as attention to detail, and a degree in marketing or equivalent level marketing qualifications. Experience of commissioning new websites is desirable but not essential. If you'd like to be considered for this role please send your CV to or call on to have an initial chat about the position. Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with. Please note, due to the number of applications we receive we aren't always able to respond to unsuccessful candidates.

BANK SUPPORT WORKER - Bedford Benefits £9.00ph 0-35 hours per week (various hours and shifts available to suit your lifestyle) 20 days holiday + bank holidays 20 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards Dedicated learning & development programmes. We offer Apprenticeships to those with less experience looking to join the Care Sector We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics DBS check paid by Caretech prior to starting with us. Refer a Friend Reward Scheme - earn up to £250 per referral! Stakeholder Pension Share Save Scheme Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes Carer progression within the company. CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grants The Role We are providing individuals with practical and emotional care, enabling them to lead as ordinary life as they can achieve. To help them achieve this you will need to be flexible, as you are required to work shifts including bank holidays, weekends and potential sleep ins. If your best traits are positivity, friendliness and innovation then this job is for you! Main duties and responsibilities: To participate in the day to day implementation of the individual's support plans and activities within a challenging environment To maintain effective communication and liaise with the service users, families and other staff members whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality To prepare meals, do cleaning and laundry duties To maintain accurate notes and records when required To work as part of a team to provide high quality care Personal care is required. The Service Rated Good by CQC, at Chaucer Road you will be supporting individuals with learning disabilities and mental health. Chaucer Road is registered for 8 service users. The service users enjoy going to the Day Centre, local walks around the park, swimming and discos. Personal Characteristics Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one. Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and/or mental health issues. The ability to keep calm under pressure. The confidence to work alone or as part of a team. Excellent communication skills The passion to work with vulnerable adults The desire and commitment to achieve high standards of safeguarding. The Organisation: CareTech Community Services Ltd is a provider of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for people to live in community settings with learning disabilities, severe physical disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, challenging behaviour, mental health, forensic needs and acquired brain injury within a range of settings including, supported living services, shared housing, residential services and outreach. We encourage people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a "Disability Confident Leader". Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES

The Performance Management, Quality and Audit Team are responsible for ensuring Copart works efficiently, effectively and to our high standards by monitoring and evaluation performance. You will be responsible for the day to day supervision of the Complaints Resolution Co-ordinators to ensure all KPI's are met, and an excellent standard of service is maintained and all processes are followed...... click apply for full job details

Medical Centre based in Bedford Town Centre, with easy to access via public transport. Due to Covid-19 they have a backlog and require 3 x experienced GP Receptionists to join on an initial short term basis. Job Description * Providing assistance to the Medical Centre Admin and Clinical staff * Liaising with patients with regards to booking appointments, test results, referrals * Generic admin duties that have a backlog The Successful Applicant * Previous experience as a Receptionist/Admin within a GP Surgery or the NHS - this is essential * System One * Smart Card * Excellent telephone manner, calm and confident * Able to commit to Full Time hours for 3 months Requirements: * DBS - if you don't hold a DBS you must undergo application via ourselves (we can start you working whilst in process) * Mandatory Training - again if you don't have copies of Certificates we can provide access to our online training What's on Offer * 3 Months * Monday to Friday ideally 1030 - 1830 (with some flexibility as required) * Weekly Pay * PAYE or Umbrella * £13/Hour Total Pay including Holiday Pay * Start ASAP Contact Tina Merry Quote job ref JN-092929 Phone number

Our client is a Top 100 UK Independent broker specialising in the commercial insurance industry that has a refreshingly positive and enthusiastic perspective on how to win and retain business and offers a lively working environment to match Based in Bedford and fully supported throughout your journey within the business, our client offers an energetic working environment. Strong motivated individuals will absolutely thrive within the business, benefiting from unrivalled commission and bonus structures rewarding hard work and longevity. Your education to become Cert CII qualified will also be fully expensed and a bonus of £1,000 will be paid on completion. Given the ambitious yet realistic expansion plans, longer-term progression opportunities are available to the right candidate. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking and working towards career progression in sales. Each person that fulfils this role will have the opportunity to be promoted into the sales team after a 12 month period based on performance, which will include an improved package and unrivalled benefits/commission structure. The role General duties: - Working on warm sales leads generated by a closely-linked telemarketing team - Contacting businesses via phone and email to gain insurance details by way of completing questionnaire forms or obtaining existing policy documents that are passed onto the sales team. - Creating a pipeline of call backs with individuals to discuss insurance requirements for the sales team. - Managing our clients bespoke CRM system with client information, adjusting and editing contact details where required. - Whilst performing the duties of this role and as you develop, you will also work and shadow closely with the sales team. You will listen into sales telephone calls with insurers and clients and learn the process of closing deals. You will gain knowledge of the industry, markets and client needs within the construction, manufacturing and engineering sector. Essential personal skills: - Driven and hungry approach toward sales - Enthusiastic persona with the desire to succeed - Happy to work within a predominantly phone based outbound sales role, where you will be dialling between 120 - 150 calls per day. Bonuses/benefits - Basic salary £18k plus 15% bonus if the sales team achieve monthly target - Performance based bonuses - 20 days holiday plus an extended Christmas shut down - Regular company business and social events - Dress down from March until October - Regular 4pm Friday finishes - Free parking

About the Role Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Managing execution of and transition between all phases, including bid decision, proposal development, negotiations, award, startup, execution, sustainment, and contract closure. The development/updating of the Statement of Work (SOW), WBS, WBS Dictionary, IMP with the Lead Planner / Controller. Establishing and maintaining approved plans, technical, cost, schedule, and resource baselines. Developing and agreeing Works Authorisation (WADs) in line with the baseline. Ensure the scope description clearly defines the work scope in sufficient detail such that the planning adequately reflects the work to be accomplished within budget and schedule requirements. Establishing and maintaining clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities for the team. Preparation, maintenance and updating resourcing plans in the Resource Management Tool (RMT) and engage with resource owners to ensure the team is staffed with the skills and experience to meet the objectives. Achieve performance, cost, schedule, quality, revenue, and profit objectives. Where required implementing a Programme Performance Management process, including the application of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles alongside the Lead Planner / Controller. Ensuring that EVM requirements are flowed down to subcontractors if applicable. Implement and manage the risk and opportunity management plan and process alongside the assigned Risk and Opportunity Manager. Ensuring the application of quality management processes. Determining schedule status of all active work packages on a monthly basis at least. Where applicable determining the earned value status for all active work packages. Generation, analysis and review of Estimate-At-Completion on a monthly basis, taking into account the impact of cost, schedule, and technical performance. Coordinate schedule and cost variance issues and implement corrective action plans. Reviewing and approving performance data and schedule progress according to the established business rhythm at least monthly Generation of slides and reports for customer and business area reviews. Ensuring independent assessment of proposal and project progress and performance. Compliance to processes and procedures. Leading and managing the assigned team to successfully deliver the objectives. Identify, address and resolve conflicts. Managing the stakeholders according to their interests and influences. Required skills, qualifications and experience Experienced in delivering successful Projects for technical development programmes in a corporate environment. Frequent interaction with senior leader's proven record of shaping/influencing financial/strategic decision making. Strong leadership attributes. Desired skills, qualifications and experience APMP/APMPQ

Looking to work 20 hours per week? If you are looking to work 2/3 evenings and weekends on a shift pattern locally based in Bedford, Bedfordshire Actual salary £10,426 FTE £19,288 As Community Hire Duty Officer or out of hours Care-taker you: * Will be responsible for the supervision and smooth running of the Academy facilities during periods of external community hire. * To maintain the security of the premises and contents in accordance with agreed procedures and practices during periods of community use. Your duties will include: * To be responsible for the opening and locking of the Academy building and external sports facilities for community use, which can be daytime, evening or weekends. * Ensure external hirers receive a high quality of service and their queries answered promptly and politely * Assist with the setting up and clearing away of equipment and furniture required for community use and school events, ensuring facilities are prepared on time for hirers/school users. * This will include setting up tables and chairs during exam periods in the Sports Hall, Activity Studio and Main Hall as required and assisting with the set up and clearing away of equipment and furniture used during school events. * Ensure facilities are clean and returned to agreed layouts and ready for school use at the end of periods of community use. All the while, adhering to Health and safety standards and procedures. **20 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum working a shift pattern. The shift patterns are typically working 2/3 week-day evenings per week and one-two weekend days on a rotaional shift pattern. *Some flexiblity around hours is required * Immediate start for the right applicant. Weekly rota: shift pattern varies as dependant on the level of community bookings. However, a weekday evening shift is typically 5hrs between 5-10pm, and a weekend shift 6 hrs between 8.00am and 7.00pm. Actual salary £10,426 FTE £19,288 Benefits including 27 days holiday, staff gym, Employee Assist Program, free parking, free tea & coffee. PurplePower is acting as the recruitment agency on this permanent position

Sales & Projects Coordinator - Manufacturing - Bedford up to £28000 plus bonus Hello Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting a Sales & Projects Coordinator for a busy and vibrant Manufacturing business based in Bedford, In this role you will be processing customer enquires, generating quotations, answering enquiries and following up sales leads...... click apply for full job details

Group 1 Automotive Service Advisor Are you a driven, enthusiastic and motivated individual? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment? Can you deliver world class customer service? If the answer is yes to the above then we want to hear from you! Our hugely successful BMW & NINI Dealership in Bedford is looking to recruit a new Service Advisor. About the position The successful candidate for our Service Advisor position will have previous experience in a similar role and proven customer service skills. You will be welcomed into a warm and friendly team and have the opportunity to work with an exciting product. A large part of the Service Advisor position involves: Meeting and greeting customers in a friendly and courteous manner throughout the day. Booking vehicles into the technical workshop. Liaising with the technical workshop to keep track of the vehicles' progress and ensuring the vehicle is ready at the promised time. Providing exceptional customer service, including establishing customers onward travel arrangements, updating customers whilst their car is in our workshop, handing over vehicles after service work and maintaining ongoing relationships with your customers. Maintaining thorough product knowledge and updating your knowledge through manufacturer led training. Adopting a sales approach regarding upsell. Maintaining good housekeeping standards and orderly administration of your work. About our requirements We expect our new Service Advisor to demonstrate some skills that will prove very beneficial in the position, including: Customer awareness. Ability to work to deadlines and targets. Strong teamwork skills. Confident and professional communication skills. Full driving license. About us The Group 1 Automotive network is a well-established and growing automotive group in the UK, with offices also in America and Brazil. Group 1 Automotive is the 9 th largest dealer group in the UK, representing Barons Group, Beadles, and Think Ford. All dealerships in the Group 1 Automotive network offer fantastic career opportunities, state of the art resources, training and competitive earnings packages. If you see yourself in the above position and would like to find out more about what it is like to be part of the Group 1 family, we'd like you to apply now!

LTN7 - Bedford - Warehouse Operative Adecco, the sole supplier of vacancies at Amazon Bedford is now hiring for roles based at Bedford Commercial Park, Bedford, MK43 9JH. Health and safety are a top priority with all of Amazon's roles and sites. Amazon continues to consult with medical and health experts, and take all recommended precautions in buildings and stores to keep people healthy. Amazon has taken measures to promote social distancing in the workplace and taken on enhanced and frequent cleaning, to name a few. As a warehouse operative you must have a passion for ensuring that customers receive a first-class Amazon experience. Subsidised transport available from the Bedford area! Tasks and Responsibilities: Handling the full range of goods by Amazon and its Marketplace sellers in the UK, including but not limited to age restricted products, food (including nuts and meat) and alcohol and chemicals Efficiently and effectively receiving and storing goods inwards following Amazon's internal processes and procedures and using radio frequency scanners Pick our customer orders ensuring a high level of quality and productivity Accurately pack and ship our customer orders to ensure we meet customers' high expectations Accurately read instructions from a scanner Relocate products using forklifts, pump truck and power pallet truck Consistently achieve targets set for your department Adhere to strict safety, quality and production standards The role involves the following physical demands on a daily basis: Standing and/or walking for long periods of between 8 and 12 hours per shift (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part-time shifts may vary) Lifting and moving products up to 23kg in weight Lifting, bending, reaching above the head, kneeling, crouching, and/or stretching for 8 to 12 hours per shift (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part-time shifts may vary) Pushing and pulling product up to 23kg in weight for 8 to 12 hours per shift (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part-time shifts may vary) Manual dexterity of both hands and wrists Working on a secure mezzanine at a height of between 9 to 12 meters (equivalent to a 3 or 4 storey building) Regularly climbing and descending four flights of stairs safely Apply today, start tomorrow.

Our Client is a very successful Pharmaceutical manufacturing company. They are now seeking a New Production Introduction (NPI) Planner / Buyer . This position is a full-time permanent role and will be based at their site in Bedford. Job Purpose An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to source, plan and purchase all New Product Development (NPD) packaging components to support and satisfy the stability requirements and commercial launch of a New Product Introduction (NPI) Key Areas of Responsibility Liaise with the NPD Project Team to understand the requirements of an NPI. Put forward recommendations, as and when required. Identify and present new primary packaging options for consideration within the parameters of an agreed target cost of goods. Source chosen packaging components to fulfil the stability, marketing and commercial needs of the NPD item and ultimately the timelines of an agreed NPI launch plan. Specify the technical requirements of any secondary/tertiary components to meet Marketing/key accounts requirements with due regard to capabilities of the proposed manufacturing facility. Provide technical expertise to the NPD Project Manager on the creation of new artworks, providing print areas and guidance on printing requirements, covering both the supplier's and finished goods manufacturer's needs. Action and coordinate the initial set up in IFS (ERP system) of all packaging and finished goods including product structures, forecast and planning parameters. Create and maintain as necessary packaging specifications within the company's document management system. Qualifications / Experience Solid experience in pharmaceuticals, packaging, purchasing, and planning. Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the flexibility to handle a broad range of responsibilities and multiple priorities and projects Collaborative and diplomatic interpersonal skills Flexibility and adaptability Be willing to take responsibility and ownership of assigned projects Sound working knowledge of windows office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) and other computer systems e.g. ERP Systems In return our client is offering a competitive basic salary (salary is negotiable and dependent on experience) plus benefits for the successful Candidate Please send your C.V to Lorraine Roger, Director at Atom Recruitment Ltd.

PMD Engineer - 421 / 420 Cranfield PAYE £24.48 per hour 12 months assignment from start date Deliverables / KPIs / SLAs Ownership and proactive delivery of Project KPI's (QCT). Maintain understanding and visibility of the Vehicle development status against its performance metrics (quality cost timing KPI's), and communicate to line management and Assistant Chief Vehicle Engineer accordingly taking...... click apply for full job details

We have an exciting opportunity for an Online Trading Assistant to join the Furniture Village team . You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis and in return will receive a competitive salary of £25,000 per annum . Here at Furniture Village, we have built a hugely successful retail business with a winning environment to work in, and we are delighted to have won Best Retail Family Business of the Year! We are caring, passionate, honest people who go the extra mile and make brave decisions to ensure our customers are always delighted with our service. About the Online Trading Assistant role: Part of the Online Trading Team, within the Multi-channel department, the Online Trading Assistant is responsible for adding and updating all new products online at , ensuring accuracy to ensure the best customer experience. You'll be expected to carry out analysis to effectively merchandise the site, undertaking day to day tasks to drive performance online including the review of product performance, manage range details, pricing, lead times and promotional activity. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to assist in driving wider site development initiatives. Key Responsibilities and results of our Online Trading Assistant: Responsible for setting up new products, product optimisation, categorisation and range pages Work collaboratively with the Product, Merchandising and eCommerce development teams to ensure a smooth new product addition process and that pre-agreed timings are met Day to day BAU trading tasks to drive performance online Weekly KPI reports from Power Bi / GA Weekly stock/best seller lead time reviews Campaign offer price checks Action feedback / issues from Online Sales Team Digital merchandising across the site including product recommendation and cross/upsells, weekly/monthly/promotional sequencing reviews, and general site hygiene Key skills and attributes we are looking for in our Online Trading Assistant: A passion and interest in Retail and eCommerce A working knowledge of content management system would be preferable but not essential The ability to multi-task, maintain focus and accuracy under pressure and to tight deadlines Team player with a positive can-do approach, willing to get involved and focused on delivery Enjoys working within a fast-paced environment Able to communicate and influence across all levels An organised approach with meticulous attention to detail at all times Flexibility, adaptability and a reliable member of the team If you feel you have what it takes to be our Online Trading Assistant then click " apply " today, we look forward to hearing from you! Furniture Village is an equal opportunities employer, and all offers of employment are made solely on merit.

Engineering Technician - £28,000-£35000 (negotiable) - Bedford Our client a well-established multi-disciplinary Consultancy are seeking an Engineering Technician to join their expanding Civil Engineering division in Bedford Are you a motivated and enthusiastic technician looking for a new opportunity with a company that are offering excellent ongoing training and a great career - then this position could be for you? Requirements: * Ideally have an HNC / HND / Degree or similar in Civil Engineering. * Experience of highways and drainage in residential developments * Knowledge of AutoCAD, Microstation, Microdrainage and PDS * Experience of highways and drainage in the residential housing market, you will have a high level of technical awareness, demonstrating great initiative as well as being able to work within tight deadlines. In return my client is offering: - * Competitive salary * Life assurance schemes * Pension, plus flexible benefits * 25 days holiday + bank holiday Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK If you are looking for a company that is going from strength to strength, then please send your CV to Samantha Hilling who will be in touch with you. To Apply: If you think that this role is of interest and you wish to apply please contact Samantha Hilling at Alcea Consultancy Alcea Consultancy are acting as an employment business/agency in relation to this vacancy

Your role as a Full time/Part time Advisor is to be a high performing, self -motivated and engaged team member who is really clear on what great in-store performance and customer service looks like. And working as part of a team to deliver store targets. As part of a leading brand we offer a differential customer experience. You can play your part in this by getting to know our customers through having great conversations and understanding their needs and what they want so that you can sell the right product and service to them. Making every day better for our customers through personal experiences that count. Responsibilities The main responsibilities of the role are: • Being passionate about O2s products, services and brand and understanding what we offer as a business • Becoming an expert in all things O2 • Working to and following our LEAP framework to make sure you are delivering a great personalised experience in store • Delivering store targets - Building a rapport with every customer to create personalised recommendations that can enhance their digital lives and share our Why O2 message • Being aware of your own performance and the team performance and how you can contribute to O2's success • Using in store systems and working compliantly and adhering to O2 policies and processes • Taking ownership for your own development with support from your Store Leader, Territory Trainers, colleagues and O2 Campus • Supporting the Store Leadership team to open and close the Store • Working with your team to take ownership of the store appearance. Taking pride in where you work • Peer to peer coaching to really share best practice to help others Skills and Experience Needed What we look for: • Someone who enjoys making conversations and loves to leave a lasting impression on our customers, making our customers love O2 • The ability to build trusting relationships • Someone who is excited by working to targets, deadlines and achieving great results • Someone with an outgoing personality who gets enjoyment from being part of a dynamic team • Someone who has an interest in technology and mobiles and keen to improve that knowledge • Somebody who has the ability to adapt easily to change positively What we will give you: • £9.46 per hour • Superb accreditation programme with ability to earn over ten pounds per hour • Bonus • 23 days holiday allowance • Fantastic induction programme • Learning and Development support • Flexible benefits to suit you Additional Information Hours: 16hrs (Full flexibility required) Within our Stores, flexibility is essential for us to operate our business and meet customer demands and we will at times, have needs where we require our people to work additional hours on top of their standard contract. Our Stores Flex contracts are split in to weekly contracted hours plus 25% additional overtime per week (should it be required). If there is a requirement for you to do this, we will give you 4 weeks' notice so you can make the necessary arrangements or plans to help you work the hours that we need. We offer a competitive salary and some great rewards, including bonus, life cover, health care, good holidays and lots of flexible benefits too.

Construction Materials testing technician Permanent role Van Provided £20,000 to £24,000 Per Year To carry out day to day site-based testing and sampling of construction materials whilst liaising daily with the office. The office is Based in Bedford...... click apply for full job details

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a world leading global organisation, our Global FMCG Client, the powerhouse behind Persil, Comfort, Surf and Ben & Jerry's, are currently seeking a Scientific Data Administrator. This is a full-time temporary role until End of Nov 2021 and will be based Working from Home, 37.5 hour week, paying £22,000 per annum pro rata...... click apply for full job details

Do you love working in Administration? Do you have excellent attention to detail? We are working with a local business on an exciting job opportunity for the right candidate to join them on a full time temporary basis as a Sales Administrator. The role is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm and you will be responsible for: General admin support Processing requests (for which training will be given) Contacting customers regarding valid documentation To be considered for this role you will need: To be computer literate (proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook Excellent verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail Excellent time management skills The hourly rate for the role is £9.50 ph to £10.65 ph The role is being offered on an immediate start temporary ongoing basis with the hours being Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm each day. If you would like to know more or are interested in applying for this role, then please either call me on or submit your application. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Osborne Appointments, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days. Should you wish to speak to one of our team, please contact the OA Bedford Office. Osborne Appointments is an award winning recruitment agency specialising in the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements. In order to keep up to date with all our recruitment activity, please like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and sign up for free email job alerts on our website.

My client in Bedford is currently in need of a SNR ARCHITECTURAL Technician/TECHNOLOGIST. My client is UK leading architectural practice, working a wide breadth of commercial and residential projects, for example. The ideal candidate will have the following skills / experience: You will have 3 years + post graduate experience and a high level of technical expertise. The successful candidate will join a small team of technicians to work on developments of all sizes and should be competent in working independently and managing small workloads between themselves and a number of junior technicians. The candidate should also be competent in dealing with statutory authorities with exemplary communication and time management skills. A high standard of REVIT or Autocad experience is essential, specifically in housebuilder ranges. qualifications The Package includes: * LIFE ASSURANCE SCHEME * MEDICAL EXPENSES SCHEME * MEDICAL CASH PLAN * TRAVEL INSURANCE * CHILDCARE VOUCHER SCHEME * CAR PARKING * COLLEGE DAY / BLOCK RELEASE Salary guide £35k +/- but negotiable for the right candidate dependant on experience and qualifications Architectural Technician, cad technician, autocad technician, engineering technician, revit architectural technician, draughtsman, bim specialist, ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST, architecture, revit, designer, cad designer