Group Junior HR Business PartnerLocation: Wilmslow – Hybrid split of 4 days office, 1 day at homeSalary: CompetitiveThe Citation Group are one of the top 30 companies in the UK to work for with thousands of very happy customers (Our 5* Trustpilot and Glassdoor reviews speak for themselves!). We are really proud of our leading colleague engagement and retention rates. It is what has enabled our double-digit growth every year for the last 7 years and it is core to our business strategy. As we scale for further growth across the Citation Group, hopefully that’s where you come in.We are far from your average service provider – our clients stay with us not just due to our expertise, but due to the human touch and business acumen we bring to all our clients. The roleOur whole reason for being is to attract, retain and develop great people. We know that you sustainably raise performance through engagement and that leadership and culture is key to this. We’re looking for a commercial HR generalist to play an integral role in our team and business. You will be working closely with Group functions to deliver the People Plan and their basic HR needs, as well as help them be their best whilst driving change, supporting rapid business growth and a variety of ambitious and exciting projects all while making sure our culture is nurtured and developed. It’s a true generalist position!• Work closely with assigned areas of the business to drive the People Plan, identify, and deliver key HR initiatives.• Provide HR support for all matters in your business area, including performance management, training and development, ER issues including: Grievances, disciplinaries, redundancy, long-term sick, disputes, assist with TUPE, colleague wellbeing including maternity / paternity• Project work - we’re constantly growing and evolving, so there’ll be plenty to get stuck into• Stats – understanding our people numbers helps us perform better.• Rewards & remuneration – from helping develop our benefits to doing the admin and liaising with payroll you’ll be involved.• Support with embedding new acquisitions into the Citation Group• Admin – it needs to be done right, so we all have a part to play• Compliance / business protection – you know how the importance of this and will make it integral to the way we work.• Colleague engagement – Everything we do is aimed at protecting and building our high-performance culture and our great colleague engagement scores.• Internal Comms – As a team, we own the internal Comms – it’s the voice of our culture, a glue that helps bind us and has never been more important.• L&D – we like to keep it relevant, quick and easy to access, be prepared to get involved in supporting the delivery of existing programmes and help to create new material.The personWe’re not your everyday HR department, and we’re not looking for your everyday HR person.• It’s fast-paced and always changing so you need to be up for the challenge, always ready to adapt and get stuck in.• Agile with a growth mindset, you will really care about our business. You get that you are a role model for and a custodian of our culture and will always put your best self forward.• It’s all about the people in Citation so you’ll need to demonstrate a wide range of influencing and communication skills. With high emotional intelligence and sound commercial acumen, people will want to come you, not just because of your expertise, but because you are great person to work with.• We’re always growing and changing so you’ll need to demonstrate how you positively embrace change personally and drive change successfully within your business.• Whilst it’s all about the people we’re not pink and fluffy, you’ll need to demonstrate your commercial edge too.• We’ve got a coaching style with our managers; we work together to help find the best solutions, so you’ll need to show us your coaching and problem-solving skills.• You’ll have experience of dealing with a wide range of ER issues and feel comfortable dealing with issues from basics to complex issues.• You’re always learning and developing – you might not have all the answers yet and you’re willing to learn and give it a try.• We’re always looking for ways to improve our processes to create a better experience for colleagues so you’ll show initiative and come up with new ideas on how we can do this.Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:25 Days of Holiday + Bank holidays: Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!....Read more...
Do you have exceptional writing skills, and want to develop your bid-writing career in a fast-paced, fun and supportive environment? Do you relish the challenge of working to a deadline? Are you as happy collaborating with colleagues and building relationships with clients as you are writing?If this sounds like you, then read on.We're SGS Hub, a boutique consultancy that helps companies win contracts to deliver large-scale construction and infrastructure projects through our estimating, bid and proposals management, bid writing and marketing expertise.Our co-founders, Susie and Graham, started SGS Hub in September 2022. Since then, we've doubled in size with ambitious and exciting goals for the future. To achieve these goals we need to keep building our great team to help us take SGS Hub to the next level and beyond. To continue this, we're currently looking for a Bid Writer to join our Proposals team.What you can expect working at SGS Hub
A supportive and collaborative working environment, with a team of colleagues ready to help you be the best you can be and support you in your aspirations.The opportunity to work across industry tiers and sectors to enhance your experience and pursue your specific interests and passions.Great career progression opportunities - we'll support you in attending industry conferences, gaining relevant qualifications and joining the right organisations to progress your own development.The opportunity to give back - you'll get one day of paid leave each year to volunteer for the charity of your choice.Flexible working hours, so you can fit in doctors' and dentists' appointments, school runs and sports days.Hybrid working - we're happy for each team member to agree what works best with their line manager, but we generally aim for three days a week either in the office (in Cossington, Leicestershire, with free parking but limited public transport links) or at clients, and two days' remote work. There will be some travel required to visit clients.30 days' holiday including Bank Holidays, plus an additional paid Mental Health Day as and when you need it.10% discount at Box gyms in Loughborough and Enderby.
About the Bid Writer roleAs a Bid Writer reporting to our Proposals Lead, you'll be writing high-quality, compelling and articulate responses for invitations to tender, selection questionnaires, proposals, expressions of interest, case studies and social media content. Duties and responsibilities:
Working collaboratively with clients and members of the SGS team to collate and understand tender requirements.Working as part of a bid team to develop plans to respond to tender questions and identify the themes that will underpin a high-quality bid.Writing high-quality, compelling, and innovative responses that meet client criteria in bid and tender specifications.Taking part in collaborative reviews of tender responses throughout the drafting process and actioning the outcomes.Reviewing and proofreading written content to help develop accurate and professional submissions.Crafting social media content and case studies to support bid submissions and client business development activities.
Skills and experience we're looking for:One or two years of experience in writing high-quality bid responses in a competitive tendering environment is desirable but not essential - if you're an outstanding writer with a background in, and passion for, writing exceptional copy and are keen to pursue a career in bid writing, we'd love to hear from you. We'll be happy to provide the relevant training and development you need. A bit more about who we're looking for:
You'll have excellent written skills with a talent for writing in a concise, compelling and convincing manner.You'll have the ability to grasp complex technical information and articulate it accurately, clearly, and succinctly.You're a team player, who is keen to collaborate with colleagues to create winning bids and who will happily build strong relationships with clients.You're happy proofreading and editing written content with meticulous attention to detail.You're confident in picking up different client requirements and expressing their unique qualities.You get a buzz out of working to a deadline, and enjoy the energy of a fast-paced and fun environment.
We're a young but ambitious consultancy and this is a great opportunity to develop and make the role your own, helping us grow as you do so. About youWhen it comes to growing our team, it's not always about finding the 'perfect' candidate with very specific skills and experience. For us, it's more about personality, ambition and people that align with our own values of:
Making a real differenceWinning togetherCaring with curiosityEnjoying the journey.
There are some traits we'll want to see in everyone who comes to work at SGS Hub:
You'll want to make a difference through your work and want to play your part in building a better future - for yourself and for society more broadly.Team spirit plays a huge part in how we operate, both within SGS Hub and with our clients. We're looking for people who, just like us, love to win, and genuinely want to work together and build a culture of teamwork and camaraderie.You'll want to grow with us. At SGS Hub, you get out what you put in. We'll always do our best to help you succeed in your own career and empower you to progress.You'll need to genuinely care - about your colleagues, about SGS Hub, our clients, the work we do and the impact it has.You'll want to help us create a great place to work where we can thrive as a business and as individuals, doing work that we love, that has impact and that we can be proud of.You'll enjoy working in a high-energy, hard-working and fun environment - we enjoy ourselves and our work and bring fresh energy to every project. We all have a part to play in making this happen.
Apply nowwith your CV and give us a brief description of why you think you're right for the role. Make it clear which role you're applying for in the email subject line.We see it as a full-time role but are open to discussion on working hours for the right candidate. What happens next?We'll come back to you as soon as we can once we've reviewed your CV. If we think you might be a good fit, we'll set up a quick call to get to know you better. After this, the next stage will be an in-person interview, including short writing and proofreading exercises. Whatever happens, we won't drag things out and we'll always let you know the outcome. Good luck!....Read more...
Hotel Revenue Manager, East London, Hybrid, 50-55k
I’m working with a stunning property offering a seamless blend of comfort, convenience, and contemporary style in the heart of London’s vibrant East End. Designed for today’s travellers, the hotel features state-of-the-art amenities, stylish accommodations, and exceptional service, making it a leading choice for business and leisure guests alike.They are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial-minded revenue manager to optimise revenue growth for this property.Are you a revenue manager with great people management skills and a passion for analysing trends? Are you self-driven and want autonomy in your role? Then get in touch.Responsibilities
Deliver the pricing strategies for online channels.Manage all hotel distribution channels and pricing strategies.Ensure each property works with adequate 3rd parties to maximise revenue.Ensure property performance through robust channel and room-type management.Identify and implement new Revenue Management tools, opportunities and strategies.Build and maintain Databases.Manage OTA channels' swing to Direct business.Take ownership of the allocated portfolio topline forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.Give market insights, analyse data and identify trends.Think outside the box.
The ideal candidate
Minimum of 3 years of Revenue Management Experience.Experience with the London 5* market.Understanding of Opera and OnQ PMS.Advanced knowledge of Excel (VBA a plus) with intermediate knowledge of other MS Office Applications.Ability to articulate and introduce change effectively.
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