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Job title - Graduate Entry Scheme -  working in rotation in Sales, Marketing and Commercial Planning 

Location - Surbiton, Surrey (2 minutes from mainline station) Hybrid working module 3 days in the office and 2 from home

Salary - £31,000 per year, with regular reviews. £40 travel allowance or on-site parking. 00 home office furniture allowance. 00 well being allowance.

Duration - 2 years to perm

Start date - Autumn 2025

International marketing leader in cameras and imaging is inviting well-qualified and enthusiastic future leaders to join its graduate entry scheme. Those selected will have the opportunity to work in real jobs in three different departments - Marketing, Sales and Commercial Planning - during their first 2 years with the company. You’ll have responsibility from the outset in operational roles and will gain hands-on experience and a broad array of skills.

This is an amazing opportunity to gain a broad commercial grounding within a blue-chip, international, premium brand. You will gain exposure to different people, functions and projects from the very start. The company prides itself on its commitment to developing and coaching all its people throughout their careers.

You will enjoy 27 days holiday, rising to 32 (plus bank holidays), a green travel allowance (£84 per year), a generous pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, discount on products, a flexible approach to working hours plus much more.

The company is a world-leading provider of imaging products and services powered by over 100 years of experience. The brand is globally recognised for setting new standards in design and performance, with the revolutionary Z series mirrorless cameras and NIKKOR Z lenses representing a new dimension of optical performance.

As part of the Graduate Entry Scheme you will work within:

Marketing

with responsibilities including:

• Media communications
li>PR
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and content
• Social Media
• Copy writing
• Video development
• Launch events

Sales

with responsibilities including:

• Operational Retailer Support
• Managing marketing investments in direct sales
• Support to Account Manager with reporting using analysis tools
• Operational Direct Sales Support

Commercial Planning

With responsibilities including:

• Budget planning
• Business and customer insights
• Market insights

The successful candidate for the role of Graduate Entry Scheme will:

• Be a bright articulate graduate with a 2:1 degree or above
• Have minimum 7 GCSEs (grade B/7 or above, including Maths & English)
• 3 A Levels (grades B or above)
• Be keen to work across different business functions
• Have excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Live within acceptable commuting distance from Surbiton or be prepared to relocate
• Have demonstrable leadership experience - evidence of proactively initiating/leading a group activity

In return, you will enjoy a fantastic working environment with a company that has a dynamic and collaborative culture where people succeed and progress based on ability and merit. With a focus on teamwork, employee engagement and sustainability, there is a strong sense of company identity. A basic salary of 1,000 (with regular reviews) plus 40 per year green travel allowance or onsite parking. The company offers a company pension, private medical & dental care, travel allowance, discount on products and more. 37 hour week, with flexible working hours.

The Talent Acquisition & Management Specialist plays a critical role in shaping the international workforce at Energy Drive. This role is responsible for identifying, attracting, onboarding, and retaining high-performing talent, while also driving initiatives that enhance employee development, engagement, and career growth. Working closely with hiring managers and leadership, the role ensures that talent strategies align with the company’s mission, values, and growth trajectory.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Talent Acquisition

• Own end-to-end recruitment for key roles, from job scoping to offer negotiation using the Workable platform.
• Partner with hiring managers to forecast talent needs and define role requirements.
• Engage with external recruiters and talent partners to fill niche and strategic roles.
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top-tier candidates across channels.
• Build and manage job pipelines, ensuring timely communication with candidates and hiring managers.
• Drive employer branding initiatives to position Energy Drive as an employer of choice.
• Maintain an excellent candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Ensure continuous improvement of the candidate experience across all touchpoints.

2. Onboarding & Integration

• Coordinate and manage a smooth and structured onboarding experience for new hires on the Deel HRIS platform.
• Collaborate with managers to set onboarding goals and check-ins.
• Collaborate with managers and IT/Operations to ensure all onboarding logistics are completed ahead of Day 1.
• Continuously improve onboarding workflows based on feedback and evolving team needs.

3. Learning & Development Oversight

• Lead the coordination and oversight of Learning & Development initiatives across the organization.
• Identify skills gaps and recommend training programs aligned with career growth and business needs.
• Track L&D participation and impact, aligning with performance management cycles and strategic goals.

4. Performance Management & Development

• Support the design and rollout of performance review cycles and goal-setting frameworks on Deel HRIS.
• Facilitate calibration sessions and feedback training to improve performance outcomes.
• Identify development needs and support career paths and succession planning efforts.

5. Talent Retention & Engagement

• Serve as the systems lead for Workable ATS and Deel HRIS , ensuring accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.
• Manage and maintain career frameworks within Deel , ensuring role clarity, level progression, and alignment with performance expectations.
• Monitor and report on recruitment, onboarding, and L&D metrics to support strategic workforce planning.
• Support employee engagement surveys via Deel, and work with teams to design action plans.
• Recommend interventions to enhance retention and internal talent mobility.

6. HR Operations & Systems

• Maintain accurate records and reporting within the Deel HRIS Workable ATS systems.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and internal hiring policies.

SUCCESS PROFILE

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of full-cycle recruiting in both technical and non-technical roles.
• Familiarity with performance management and employee lifecycle strategies.

Experience

• 3 – 7 years of experience in recruitment, talent management, or HRBP roles.
• Proven success hiring in fast-paced, growing environments.
• Experience using modern ATS and HRIS tools (e.g. Workable and Deel).

Competencies

• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Sourcing & Talent Planning
• Performance Coaching
• Data-Driven HR Decision-Making
• Communication & Influencing Skills

Personal Attributes

• Passion for people and team growth
• Highly organized and process-driven
• Empathetic, approachable, and proactive
• Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Carrington West are assisting their London local authority client in the search for a Development Management Manager to join on an initial 6 month contract (Then rolling).
 
We are seeking an experienced interim manager to provide leadership to the Development Management and Enforcement functions of the Council to make a significant contribution to the positive growth and regeneration of the Borough through the innovative and practical application of development management skills. To ensure that growth and regeneration in the Borough is delivered in line with the Council's Local Plan and associated documents.
 
Corporate Leadership
·Responsible for setting the strategic direction and tactical operation for your service.
·Responsible for producing and delivering the service plan for your service and monitoring its delivery to align with both corporate and directorate aims and priorities.
·Responsible for establishing, developing and keeping under review the structures, procedures and working methods for your service to ensure an integrated, effective and efficient approach to the delivery of services and to maximise the use of new technology to both improve services and generate efficiency savings.
 
Planning
·Keep abreast of legislation, case law, current national and local policies and guidance to offer sound professional and technical advice and guidance to all parties, including the applicants and landowners.
·To lead on and provide professional and technical expertise on the determination of planning and related applications.
·Work in a positive and proactive manner that supports and facilitates the delivery of positive outcomes on planning applications, whilst also ensuring consistency with the wider corporate aspirations of the Council, and demonstrate a respect for the views of the local community.
·Oversee negotiations to secure council objectives on infrastructure arrangements and delivery, through the appropriate use of Section 106 contributions and controls, alongside the Community Infrastructure Levy.
·To coordinate and oversee activities related to the Planning Committee, ensure appropriate support is in place for Neighbourhood
·Committees, and to attend other Council committees, panels and meetings as required.
·To promote the Development Management Service and contribute and assist in achieving income targets in relation to the Council's Pre-Application Service, expedited services and the delivery of schemes through Planning Performance Agreements.
·Responsible for the efficient processing of appeals to the Planning Inspectorate within the Development Management and Planning Enforcement functions and defend the Council's decisions.
·Exercise delegated authority for decision making where required and within the scope of the Council's Scheme of Delegation.
 
The experience you will bring
·Recent experience of managing staff in development management, allocating cases, establishing and monitoring work programmes for the team
·Experience of working in a Local Authority and comprehensive knowledge of planning legislation and Development Management procedures, dealing with a full range of complex development management issues
·Detailed understanding of government and council polices, practices and procedures
·Experience in delivering major planning applications, providing robust pre-application advice and preparing and presenting evidence for appeals
·Able to form reasoned and balanced judgements. Ability to meet tight deadlines and time manage both own and a team's work to prioritise conflicting demands
·Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field
 
Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI.

Carrington West Pay Rate - Approx £650per/day (DOE)
Job Ref - 61471

Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat:
(url removed)
(url removed)

Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Overview of the role:

Provide leadership to the Development Management and Enforcement functions of the Council to make a significant contribution to the positive growth and regeneration of the Borough through the innovative and practical application of development management skills.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide strategic leadership by setting direction, delivering service plans, and ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Oversee planning operations , including application decisions, appeals, infrastructure negotiations, and committee coordination.
• Lead and develop teams , managing performance, supporting staff development, and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Engage effectively with Councillors, customers, and partners to ensure excellent service delivery and community-focused outcomes.
• Champion innovation, equality, and modern working practices , promoting digital tools and inclusive, customer-centric services.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Josh Draycott on or (phone number removed) or with an updated CV.

*Referral Scheme*
If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer up to 500 in vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

Carrington West are assisting their London local authority client in the search for a Development Management Manager to join on an initial 6 month contract (Then rolling).
 
We are seeking an experienced interim manager to provide leadership to the Development Management and Enforcement functions of the Council to make a significant contribution to the positive growth and regeneration of the Borough through the innovative and practical application of development management skills. To ensure that growth and regeneration in the Borough is delivered in line with the Council's Local Plan and associated documents.
 
Corporate Leadership
·Responsible for setting the strategic direction and tactical operation for your service.
·Responsible for producing and delivering the service plan for your service and monitoring its delivery to align with both corporate and directorate aims and priorities.
·Responsible for establishing, developing and keeping under review the structures, procedures and working methods for your service to ensure an integrated, effective and efficient approach to the delivery of services and to maximise the use of new technology to both improve services and generate efficiency savings.
 
Planning
·Keep abreast of legislation, case law, current national and local policies and guidance to offer sound professional and technical advice and guidance to all parties, including the applicants and landowners.
·To lead on and provide professional and technical expertise on the determination of planning and related applications.
·Work in a positive and proactive manner that supports and facilitates the delivery of positive outcomes on planning applications, whilst also ensuring consistency with the wider corporate aspirations of the Council, and demonstrate a respect for the views of the local community.
·Oversee negotiations to secure council objectives on infrastructure arrangements and delivery, through the appropriate use of Section 106 contributions and controls, alongside the Community Infrastructure Levy.
·To coordinate and oversee activities related to the Planning Committee, ensure appropriate support is in place for Neighbourhood
·Committees, and to attend other Council committees, panels and meetings as required.
·To promote the Development Management Service and contribute and assist in achieving income targets in relation to the Council's Pre-Application Service, expedited services and the delivery of schemes through Planning Performance Agreements.
·Responsible for the efficient processing of appeals to the Planning Inspectorate within the Development Management and Planning Enforcement functions and defend the Council's decisions.
·Exercise delegated authority for decision making where required and within the scope of the Council's Scheme of Delegation.
 
The experience you will bring
·Recent experience of managing staff in development management, allocating cases, establishing and monitoring work programmes for the team
·Experience of working in a Local Authority and comprehensive knowledge of planning legislation and Development Management procedures, dealing with a full range of complex development management issues
·Detailed understanding of government and council polices, practices and procedures
·Experience in delivering major planning applications, providing robust pre-application advice and preparing and presenting evidence for appeals
·Able to form reasoned and balanced judgements. Ability to meet tight deadlines and time manage both own and a team's work to prioritise conflicting demands
·Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field
 
Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI.

Carrington West Pay Rate - Approx £650per/day (DOE)
Job Ref - 61471

Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat:
(url removed)
(url removed)

Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Overview of the role:

Provide leadership to the Development Management and Enforcement functions of the Council to make a significant contribution to the positive growth and regeneration of the Borough through the innovative and practical application of development management skills.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide strategic leadership by setting direction, delivering service plans, and ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Oversee planning operations , including application decisions, appeals, infrastructure negotiations, and committee coordination.
• Lead and develop teams , managing performance, supporting staff development, and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Engage effectively with Councillors, customers, and partners to ensure excellent service delivery and community-focused outcomes.
• Champion innovation, equality, and modern working practices , promoting digital tools and inclusive, customer-centric services.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Josh Draycott on or (phone number removed) or with an updated CV.

*Referral Scheme*
If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer up to 500 in vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.