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Research Assistant - Education, Employment and Skills
RAND Europe is an independent, not-for-profit research organisation whose mission is to help improve policy and decision-making through rigorous and independent research and analysis. We benefit the public interest through the impact and wide dissemination of over 200 projects per year. Our work at its most impactful changes policy, practice and process to the benefit of the public good. That is also our organisational mission. RAND Europe has approximately 180 staff across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and the Netherlands. Our staff represents 22 nationalities, speaks over 20 languages and covers 31 academic disciplines. Our multi- and inter-disciplinary approaches to research generate unique perspectives and insights for our wide-ranging government, foundation and other NGO clients. The Employment, Education and Skills research group undertakes research across several public policy areas for a diverse client base in the UK, Europe and beyond. Our work covers a broad range of public policy issues across: Employment (including skills, employability, labour migration, child and family policy); Education (including early childhood education and care, special educational needs, alternative provision, and edtech); Workplace Wellbeing (including productivity, culture, and occupational health and safety). The Employment, Education, and Workplace Wellbeing workstreams address critical cross-cutting themes, with equality, diversity, and inclusion embedded as fundamental principles in all areas of our research. We are looking for an exceptional Research Assistant to join on a two-year fixed term contract to grow our team of social policy researchers. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team in one of the world’s most respected public policy research organisations. The role may offer opportunity to progress in the organisation, so you should hold ongoing right to work in the UK. As a Research Assistant you will address complex policy questions by conducting research and analysis on behalf of our clients and support the team in submitting proposals and managing and delivering multiple projects in a timely and accurate manner. We welcome interest from individuals with a background in mixed methods in any of the following topics: employment, education, skills, workplace wellbeing. We are also happy to hear from applicants with strong quantitative skills sets who are willing to build their experience further in qualitative methods and approaches too. The role is based in our Cambridge office which can be worked at daily.  We work flexibly as a hybrid organisation, so commitment to at least one working day in the office per week is expected as a minimum and more may be expected.  Please make it clear in your cover letter that you can make yourself available to work from our office location as required. Responsibilities Supports project teams in research by: undertaking analysis of quantitative and qualitative data conducting literature reviews supporting interviews and workshops preparing presentations and research briefs coordinating meetings and events, including taking minutes Supports the collation of administrative documents for proposals Drafts sections of reports under supervision Proof reads and checks documents Makes corporate contributions through supporting RAND processes such as quality assurance and research ethics Provides occasional corporate support with administrative tasks Communicates with clients and partners with supervision Ad hoc duties as required Additionally, for candidates with quantitative skills, opportunities are available alongside the areas listed to work with large datasets, including data cleaning, data manipulation, linking multiple datasets using a number of relevant variables and other activities to prepare data for analysis; Implements research projects using inferential statistical and econometric methods (e.g. regression analysis, differences-in-differences, synthetic control) Requirements Basic report writing Research skills at post graduate level Literature review methodology and experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Intermediate Word Intermediate Excel Intermediate PowerPoint Desirable: A background in mixed methods and/or quantitative research Experience analysing large data sets Core research skills in qualitative research such as interviews and focus groups Skills in intermediate or advanced statistical packages such as R or STATA Experience presenting research Publication or other type of dissemination of research Ability and willingness to work in a team environment Qualifications Post graduate degree or equivalent in a topic related to our work. Salary £27,500 per annum Benefits Pension - 8% Employer contribution; 33 days holiday allowance, including the Bank Holidays; Annual salary review; BUPA medical insurance; Generous company sick pay; Enhanced family friendly policies; Group income protection scheme; Group life assurance; Compassionate leave; Flexible working arrangements; Learning and development opportunities; Employee wellbeing training and support; Fresh fruit every day; Free on-site parking; Cycle to work scheme; Access to company bikes; Service awards. How to Apply If you believe you are suited to this role please submit an application comprising of a CV and covering letter. The closing date for applications is Sunday 5 October, however applications will be reviewed as received and interviews may be conduced before the closing date. If you have not been contacted within 30 days of application deadline, please assume your application has not been successful.
Cambridge, UK
£27,500/year
Indeed
Senior Manager Manufacturing
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Manufacturing Manager -- Cambridge, United Kingdom As Manufacturing Manager here at Illumina in Cambridge, you will lead the day-to-day operations of our GMP manufacturing within a synthetic chemistry environment. This pivotal role ensures that production processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with our strategic goals. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with teams across Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Development, while guiding high-performing teams to deliver excellence in safety, quality, and output. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing at Illumina and contribute to our mission of unlocking the power of the genome. Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include, flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more! Why You You bring considerable experience in GMP manufacturing, ideally within ISO 13485 and FDA CFR Part 820 environments, and a deep understanding of organic synthesis. Your leadership style is collaborative and empowering, with a proven ability to guide high-performance teams in a fast-paced, regulated setting. You're passionate about quality and continuous improvement, with a strong grasp of GDP principles and a "right first time" mindset. You'll be comfortable working with a range of lab and production equipment, including reactors, HPLCs, and spectrophotometers. Your background includes transitioning processes from R\&D to manufacturing, and you're adept at planning, scheduling, and inventory control. Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), EDMS, and Lean or Six Sigma methodologies (Green or Black Belt certification a plus) will set you up for success. Key Responsibilities Include: Production Leadership \& Compliance * Lead GMP manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery * Maintain audit readiness and regulatory compliance, supporting validation plans and protocols * Ensure accurate batch records and inventory compliance Team Management \& Development * Guide High-Performance Work Teams with clear goals, schedules, and performance metrics * Recruit, train, and develop staff, fostering cross-training and flexibility * Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence Cross-functional Collaboration * Partner with EH\&S, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Development * Support New Product Introduction and Technology Transfer projects * Lead business reviews and provide operational updates to senior leadership Operational Planning \& Improvement * Oversee production planning, resource allocation, and inventory management * Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and simplify processes * Develop and maintain work instructions, routings, and BOMs Performance Monitoring \& Issue Resolution * Monitor KPIs and implement improvements where needed * Lead investigations and resolve non-conformances and CAPAs through technical evaluations What Can You Expect Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated -- they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits programme. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognises the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless. INDEUR We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Cambridge, UK
Negotiable Salary
Workable
German Interpreters Urgently Required In Leeds
Are you looking for a German job in Leeds? Do you want flexible hours with competitive rates? We are urgently recruiting for freelance German interpreters based in Leeds to work within various settings such as the NHS, Local Authorities, Police, Probation and other public and private organisations. Established in 2001, Language Empire provides professional interpreting and translation services to the public and private sectors across the UK. We have been offering our services in the UK for over 20 years, covering hundreds of basic languages and dialects across the UK. If you can speak one or more foreign languages and would like a crucial role involving politics, business, health care and public service, this could be the role for you! We are currently recruiting for: Face-to-Face Interpreters Telephone Interpreters Video Interpreters Translators Please note this is a self-employed position The Job Interpreting involves listening to, understanding and memorizing content in the original ‘source’ language, then reproducing the speech into the ‘target’ language with 100% accuracy. You will: Interpret for people using legal, health and local government services Check the non-English speakers understanding after each sentence Conference, consecutive and public service interpreting Dealing with highly confidential information Liaise between the service user and service provider Requirements Fluent in English and another language All applicants must have the right to work in the UK You must be aged 21 or over Formal qualifications such as: Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI) Community Interpreting NRPSI, CIOL, ITI registered is advantageous Degree in Translation/Interpreting/Languages Any other interpreting related qualification Benefits Flexible working to fit around your schedule Work from the comfort of your own home Be your own boss Ongoing help and support from our dedicated in-house team Continuous professional development and support Once your registration has been approved, you will be contacted for any job opportunities in and around your locality.
Leeds, UK
Negotiable Salary
Indeed
Content Experience Manager
Team: **E -- Commerce** Ref.: **VN998** Type: **Permanent** Location: **Hatfield** **Content Experience Manager** **Contract type:**Permanent **Location:**Hatfield (Hybrid working -- 3 days in the office) **Level:** Manager **About us** Our mission is to deliver joy in every shop, through unbeatable choice, unrivalled service and reassuringly good value. We're **Ocado Retail** , a market-leading, joint venture between Ocado Group and M\&S and the world's largest dedicated online supermarket **ocado.com** . Not only is Ocado.com the only place to shop a full range of M\&S food online, it's also the home to the widest online supermarket range in the UK and champion of small, independent brands. We're also the brains behind **Zoom by Ocado**, our same-day grocery delivery service. **About the team and the role** We want to make the shopping experience for our customers as simple, smart and inspiring as possible, whilst hitting commercial goals. As a Content Experience Manager, you will be responsible for the management, coordination and implementation of the defined onsite content strategy, delivering the content plan for each part of the site, ensuring enhancements to the customer journey to drive brand enhancements and deliver commercial results. This role ensures we are utilising content to inspire customers and allow them to shop smarter, whilst keeping shopping simple and protecting our retail media revenue. **What you'll do** * Commercially leverage content to drive sales, utilising new features delivered through OSP and identifying areas of the site to prioritise for content creation * Own the delivery of content for Ocado.com across multiple teams, ensuring a seamless journey for customers across product categories and across campaigns to optimise sales and customer experience. * Drive innovation and provide inspiration for our customers through continually thinking through new ways to shop that drive conversion and sales, looking for new ways to inspire customers through content. * Building strong relationships with internal teams as well as key suppliers, including M\&S, to utilise supplier knowledge and help to identify upcoming category and mission trends to generate content. * Evaluate and react to competitors' content initiatives. * Drive forward with insight into the metrics of success and tracking of impact of content, including clear input into CRO testing plan to continually test and learn. * Build and drive forward continuous improvement in overall content strategy, including processes to source, manage and effectively maintain content on site. * While this role does not have a direct team, the role would be required to matrix manage cross functionally across Creative, Commercial and Ecommerce to optimise both the customer experience and media opportunities. **Who you are** * You will be an experienced leader, with experience in an online or e-commerce role, within a retail business. * You will have a deep understanding and experience of optimising customer journeys. * Customer focused, with a great commercial acumen and understanding. * Strong analytical and data skills. * Highly organised with a collaborative working style, able to influence at a senior leadership level. * Excellent communication skills and a good decision maker. * Strong market awareness of technologies and tools within the customer experience and content space. At Ocado Retail we're passionate about building careers and skills by giving people access to new and diverse opportunities. If you don't tick all the boxes above but have a curious mindset, a passion for learning and adaptable skills to bring to the role, we still want to hear from you! **What's in it for you** By joining Ocado Retail you'll have the chance to experience life at the world's largest online retailer, work with an amazing bunch of people who challenge what's possible each day, and grow your skills and career in online retail. If that's not enough to tempt you, you'll also get access to loads of great benefits to sweeten the deal. Here's a taste of what we offer: ***Health \& Wellbeing:*** Private medical insurance with the option to add your family, Digital GP appointments, market-leading family policies, mental health support, discounted gym memberships, dental insurance, and more. ***Spend \& Save:*** Annual bonus scheme split between personal and business objectives, recognition with reward platform, up to 7% matched pension contributions, 15% Ocado discount, 20% M\&S discount, free breakfast every day in the office, electric vehicle leasing scheme and free shuttle bus from Hatfield station to the office. ***Never miss the moments that matter:***Blended/Hybrid working, 26 days holiday plus 8 flexible bank holidays, options to buy an extra holiday, 2 weeks work from anywhere, and lifestyle break opportunities. **Our Hiring Process** Lucky for us, we get loads of great applications and we really appreciate that so many people put the time and effort in to apply. To recognise that, we treat all applications respectfully and fairly. So, if yours stands out, you'll follow our standard hiring process -- one of our Talent Partners will talk you through this in an initial call. **Everyone's welcome** We're an equal opportunities employer. That means that we make sure all potential colleagues are treated fairly and equally. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know on the application form.
Hatfield, UK
Negotiable Salary
Workable
Early Years Practitioner
At Banana Moon Day Nurseries, we are looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our exceptional team! Our nursery is committed to creating a nurturing and safe environment for children aged 0-5, where they can thrive and develop their individual potential. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and education. You will be responsible for planning and implementing engaging and age-appropriate activities that promote children's learning and development through play. Your role will also involve observing and assessing children's progress, ensuring that each child's needs are met by adapting activities accordingly. We believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration, and you will work closely with fellow practitioners and families to create a positive experience for every child. Ongoing training and development opportunities are offered to support your career growth in the early years sector. Our nursery operates Monday to Friday, and we provide flexible working hours to accommodate your needs. The salary for this position is competitive and will reflect your experience and qualifications. Requirements Must hold a Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent. Experience in a nursery or childcare setting is preferred, but we welcome candidates who are new to the field. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. A genuine passion for working with young children. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Knowledge of child development and early years frameworks. Willingness to undertake further training and development. Benefits ✔ Competitive Salary – Earn while doing what you love! ✔ Career Development – Support with training and qualifications to help you grow. ✔ Fun & Supportive Team – Work in a positive, friendly environment where teamwork is key. ✔ Rewarding Work – Make a real difference in children’s lives every day. ✔ Exciting Activities – No two days are the same with storytelling, outdoor play, and creativity!
Stoke Poges, Slough SL2, UK
Negotiable Salary
Workable
Autonomous Vehicles Underwriter
About Zego At Zego, we know that traditional motor insurance holds good drivers back. It’s too complicated, too expensive, and it doesn't take into account how well you actually drive.  That’s why, since 2016, we’ve been on a mission to change all of that. Our mission at Zego is to offer the lowest priced insurance for good drivers. From van drivers and gig workers to everyday car drivers, our customers are our driving force — they’re at the heart of everything we do. We’ve sold tens of millions of policies so far, and raised over $200 million in funding. And we’re only just getting started. About the role We’re seeking a talented and ambitious Autonomous Vehicles Underwriter to shape, develop and grow our underwriting capabilities in the UK. If you’re hands on, hungry to disrupt the traditional insurance market to make real change, this is the role for you! Autonomous Vehicles represent Zego’s most significant strategic growth area, attracting the highest level of cross-functional investment across product, data science, engineering, and commercial teams. As our first dedicated AV underwriter, your work will be pivotal to Zego’s future success Purpose of the role Reporting to the Head of Underwriting, in this newly-created role you will be making a real contribution to the development and growth of our AV portfolio in the UK, focusing on top line growth whilst maintaining adequate loss ratios. You will work with an elite group of team mates, including pricing, commercial, claims and product, and you’ll be the go-to person for motor insurance knowledge, ensuring that our products meet the current and future needs of our customers. What you will be doing Pioneer AV Insurance: develop creative, future-facing underwriting strategies for autonomous fleets, human-supervised systems, and AV-enabled platforms. Innovate beyond traditional risk frameworks to accommodate new driving behaviors, ownership models, and liability paradigms Shape AV Portfolio Growth: own and grow Zego’s AV book in the UK, balancing ambitious top-line GWP growth targets with disciplined portfolio profitability and loss ratio management Develop Broker & Commercial Partnerships: Support sales and commercial teams in structuring AV insurance solutions for our broker network and direct clients. Be the underwriting lead on new business opportunities and renewals. Build Process & Infrastructure: Define and streamline underwriting workflows, data capture, and decision logic for scalable AV insurance operations. Bring clarity to an evolving regulatory and technical landscape. Own the Knowledge Stack: Act as Zego’s internal expert on AV-related insurance, from UK motor regulations to AV-specific liability trends and actuarial assumptions. Represent Zego in conversations with reinsurers, MGAs, OEM partners, and the wider AV ecosystem. What you will need to be successful Underwriting Experience: 3+ years of UK motor fleet underwriting experience, ideally with exposure to AVs, connected vehicles, or other next-gen mobility risks AV Domain Curiosity: Demonstrated interest or involvement in autonomous vehicle technologies, whether through prior underwriting, academic work, regulatory study, or commercial partnerships Startup Mentality: You are self-starting, proactive and creative. Willing to work fast and make commercial considerations that come with working at a VC-backed start-up, with a strong desire to build something new that will scale at an exponential rate for years to come Deep Insurance Knowledge: in-depth knowledge of the insurance market, policy wordings and guidelines Creative Commercial Thinking: you have an eye for detail and can see trade-offs between profitability and growth in your underwriting decisions everyday; with a strong drive to produce creative solutions to resolve these trade-offs and disrupt the insurance industry for good Cross-disciplinary expertise: you are a great communicator and have demonstrable experience working with technical and non-technical colleagues including: pricing, sales / broking, product management and operations teams. You are comfortable acting as an insurance domain expert internally, and confident in articulating your underwriting ideas and decisions with external (re)insurers Passionate to make real changes for customers!  What’s it like to work at Zego? Joining Zego is a career-defining move. People go further here, reaching their full potential to achieve extraordinary things.  We’re spread throughout the UK and Europe, and united by our drive to get things done. We’re proud of our company and our culture – a friendly and inclusive space where we can lift each other up and celebrate our wins every day. Together, we’re setting the bar higher, delivering exceptional work that makes a difference. Our people are the most important part of our story, and everyone here plays a role. There’s loads of room to learn and grow, and you’ll get the freedom to steer your career wherever you want. You’ll work alongside a talented group who embrace each other's differences and aren’t afraid of a challenge. We recognise our achievements, learn from our mistakes, and help each other to be the best we can be. Together, we’re making insurance matter.  How we work We believe that teams work better when they have time to collaborate and space to get things done. We call it Zego Hybrid. We ask you to spend at least one day a week in our central London office. We think it’s a good mix of collaborative face time and flexible home-working, setting us up to achieve the right balance between work and life. Our approach to AI We believe in the power of AI to meaningfully improve how we work - helping us move faster, think differently, and focus on what matters most. At Zego, we encourage people to stay curious and intentional about how AI is leveraged in their work and teams to drive practical impact every day. This is your chance to do the most meaningful work of your career - and we’ll provide you with the tools, support, and freedom to do it well. Benefits We reward our people well. Join us and you’ll get a market-competitive salary, private medical insurance, company share options, generous holiday allowance, and a whole lot of wellbeing benefits. We also offer an annual flexible hybrid working contribution, which you can use to support with your travel to the office or towards your own personal development. And that’s just for starters!  There’s more to Zego than just a job - Check out our blog for insights, stories, and more. We’re an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
London, UK
Negotiable Salary
Indeed
Electrical Engineer - Water Recycling West
Who are we? Here within the @one Alliance we are a totally collaborative organisation made up of our eight partner companies (Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO) and our extended supply chain, delivering over half of Anglian Water's capital investment programme. We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP 8, this will see us deliver a programme of work larger than we've ever delivered before. We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, with the opportunity to offer enhanced growth and development to our workforce. We're looking to build on our existing teams with an environment for career progression. As we move into this exciting and challenging period for the Water industry, it is essential we build on in house talent and bring in new talent to challenge how we deliver. We implement the highest standards of safe solutions across all disciplines. To enhance the team, we are looking for an Electrical Engineer for our Water Recycling West team to join us to support our increase in work! What will you be doing as our new Electrical Engineer? As an Electrical Engineer in our Water Recycling West team, you'll provide Electrical Engineering technical input to Water Recycling projects in the Anglian Water region. Key responsibilities: * Design and specify LV electrical installations and distribution systems particular specifications schedules, data sheets and drawings. * Design and specify LV Assemblies particular specifications schedules, data sheets and drawings (i.e. MCC, LV Switchboards and Control Panels) * Review LV electrical designs produced by framework contractors (i.e. electrical schematics, cable calculations and termination diagrams) * Liaise with others on technical issues, the construction team, operations, suppliers, and utility companies. * Specify and select instrumentation based on the process design. A little bit about your skills, experience, and behaviours... Have demonstrable experience as an Electrical Design Engineer. With a strong Electrical Engineering background and a keenness to work in a multi disciplined team, working together to solve complex problems. Experience in the Water Industry is an advantage. As site visits will be required, you will need a full UK driving licence. If you are looking for the next step in your career in an environment you can continue to develop and see the value you add to our team, please apply today! Our Approach to Diversity \& Inclusion At the Anglian Water's @one Alliance, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that diversity enriches our team, fuels innovation, and drives success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination and bias, where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in creating a culture where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is the norm. Alongside this we want to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to showcase their abilities during the interview process. If you require any specific accommodations or adjustments due to a disability or any other individual circumstances, please do not hesitate to let us know. Our vision A collaborative alliance, driving change. Empowering us to set global benchmarks and building a better environment for our customers. We strive to: Empower our people; Delight our Customers; Embrace digital transformation; Deliver brilliance. Our Values To bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve through our commitment to Love Every Drop we: Build trust; Do the right thing; Are always exploring The Anglian Water @one Alliance. Eight partners, endless opportunities. Location: Hybrid Peterborough.
Peterborough, UK
Negotiable Salary
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