Escape |
| Contact |
Mark Mackill |
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| Telephone |
Switchboard : 01506 461445 |
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info@go-escape.com |
| Website |
http://www.go-escape.com |
| Address |
Livingston Office: Unit 6, Alderstone Business Park, Macmillan Road, Livingston EH54 7DF
, Glasgow Office: 126 West Regent Street Glasgow G2 2BH
, Aberdeen: Unit B, Craigshaw Road
, West Tullos Industrial Estate, Altens , Aberdeen AB12 3AR
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| Description |
About Us
Escape Recruitment Services was established in September 2000 and we have quickly established a reputation within the Scottish marketplace for high quality recruitment solutions and excellent candidate care. The company continues to build on the business success, energy, commitment and drive of the team and now operate from offices in Glasgow, Livingston and Aberdeen.
We are recent award winners at the Scottish Recruitment Awards (2007), runners up in the Ernst and Young entrepreneurial company of the year (2007), members of Scottish Engineering, accredited SHL practitioners and a company that is committed to delivering quality recruitment services and excellent opportunities to support your career.
Our service to you
We recruit for Permanent, Temporary/Interim and Fixed Term contract positions across the whole of Scotland and beyond. We recruit for companies across a range of market sectors from start ups, through to SME's and Multi-national organisations.
We believe quality is defined by our customers. The direct measure of how well we are delivering on our quality commitment is the degree to which we meet our customers' requirements and exceed their expectations. Our customers' success is the most important factor in our long-term success. We recognise that our customers are both the employers who are looking to recruit staff and the people who are searching for their next career move.
Specialised divisions
We understand that changing jobs is a significant event in someone's life and a decision which requires careful consideration. At Escape we employ people who specialise in particular markets and are therefore able to offer you professional career advice and support you through the whole recruitment process. We work closely with our candidates and clients to develop a clear understanding of their requirements and to successfully match them together.
Our specialist divisions include:
• Accountancy & Finance
• Commercial and Administration
• Contact Centres
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Manufacturing and Technology
• Trades and Industrial
• Occupational Health
• Power and Energy
For a list of our current vacancies please visit our website at www.go-escape.com
For expert career advice contact your nearest office and ask to speak to a consultant that specialises in your industry sector.
Contact Details
Livingston Office: 01506 461445
Unit 6 Alderstone Business Park, Macmillan Road, Livingston EH54 7DF
Glasgow Office: 0141 410 9111
126 West Regent Street, Glasgow G2 2BH
Aberdeen Office: 01224 443374
Unit B, Craigshaw Road, West Tullos Industrial Estate, Altens, Aberdeen, AB12 3AR
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Regional Materials Manager |
| Location |
Coventry, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
117157623 |
| Posted |
18/03/2010 (09:22) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
Description
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Regional Materials Manager
Can be based Hungary, Poland, Coventry or West Lothian – significant travel involved
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Introduction:
My client is an electronics solutions company providing comprehensive electronics design, production and product management services to global electronics and technology companies. Involved in complete electronic product supply chain management, the organisation provides comprehensive, individualised and focused solutions to customers in a broad range of industries.
The Role:
The organisation is now seeking a Regional Materials Manger to be responsible for ensuring Planning, Purchasing and Inventory Control across the regional facilities. This will involve implementing business processes and systems designed to deliver superior performance and operational efficiency. The role will also involve supporting the development of functional managers through training, education and role model behaviour.
This role will involve domestic and international travel across various sites.
Key contribution areas include:
· Leading and administrating the materials organisation, ensuring that departments are staffed correctly with capable individuals, and supporting staff development.
· Develop and deploy Planning solutions, continuing to enhance processes and tools, resulting in providing the highest level of customer service.
· Ensure that the Materials group meet customer demand and that materials supply equal demand, eliminating material shortages and liabilities.
· Ensure an extremely disciplined approach to customer demand planning, forecast process, materials planning, and inventory control.
The Candidate:
You will have strong experience in a similar position within an Electronics Manufacturing Industry, related to Purchasing, Planning and Materials Management, along with a thorough understanding of Supply Chain processes and systems. You will also have experience of managing departments responsible for some, or all aspects of material control functions.
Ideal qualifications shall include a degree, or equivalent, in a Supply Chain or Materials Management related discipline, coupled with a certification by a related organisation such as APICS and NAPM.
You will have excellent communication, leadership and business analysis skills, with proven experience in process and system development.
To Apply
For an informal discussion or to find out more, please telephone Lynne Oliver on 01506 517215 or email your CV in confidence to lynne.oliver@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Accounts Assistant |
| Salary/rate |
£16000 - £18000/annum |
| Location |
Edinburgh, Central Scotland |
| Job Number |
101258457 |
| Posted |
17/03/2010 (14:07) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Accounts Assistant
Edinburgh
Up to £18,000
Temporary Ongoing Contract.
Our client, an international business based in Edinburgh, are looking to recruit an additional resource into their Finance department.
To be considered for the position you must be able to broadly fit with the description below:
- Previous experience within an Account Payable / Accounts Receivable role.
- Experience of high volume invoice processing.
- Reconciliation of accounts.
- Knowledge of general book-keeping procedures
- Ensuring key accounts are reconciled.
- Completion of bi-weekly cash flows.
Previous experience within a manufacturing or high volume processing environment would be an advantage in this role.
Experience of working within an International business would also be an advantage.
My client is looking for someone with an outgoing personality and a “can do” attitude who can commit to an ongoing temporary contract.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience for this role please send your CV clearly highlighting the areas relevant to the description about and also outlining your current salary / package and notice period / availability.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Contract |
| Contract Length |
Ongoing |
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ASAP |
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Buyer / Procurement Administrator |
| Salary/rate |
£18000 - £19500/annum |
| Location |
West Lothian, Lothian |
| Job Number |
126182418 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (19:33) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Buyer / Procurement Administrator
Permanent Role
Based: West Lothian
Salary: Up to £19,500, Depending on skills & experience
My client, a well known and well respected manufacturing company based in West Lothian are looking to recruit an experienced Engineering / Procurement Administrator to join their Purchasing Department based in West Lothian.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who comes from either a Manufacturing or Engineering background.
Some of the key responsibilities include:
• Manage the in-house MRP system – Monitor stock levels and place orders as and when required.
• Input requisitions and issue purchase orders.
• Keep internal customers updated regarding supplier deliveries.
• Identify new suppliers.
• Develop supplier relationships.
• Book in goods / Stock.
• Resolve supplier quality and delivery issues.
Experience Required:
• Experience gained within either a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Solid procurement experience.
• The ability to maintain relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
• Exceptional IT Skills - must be proficient in using the Microsoft Office package.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a World Leading organisation, if you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV to louise.robertson@go-escape.com Please clearly state your current salary package, salary expectations and notice period.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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N/A |
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Optical Retail Assistant |
| Location |
Dundee, Scotland |
| Job Number |
128158667 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (18:17) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Optical Retail Assistant
Dundee
Salary £Depending on experience
My client
My client is one of the most recognised worldwide organisations who strive on providing their customers with outstanding service. This role is based in one of their flagship stores in Scotland giving an outstanding opportunity to grow in a supportive and team oriented environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
The role
You will benefit from receiving an excellent structured training plan throughout your entire career. My client ensures employees receive outstanding support and training as this is paramount, in order for all customers to receive industry recognised service levels. Therefore, experience of working in an Optical environment is not essential as full training will be provided.
My client is looking for talented, enthusiastic candidates, who are looking to take advantage of the training and future career opportunities on offer. You will be well presented, with outstanding communication skills and the ability to provide outstanding customer service levels.
Responsibilities will include:
• Acknowledging all customers that enter the branch, verbally and with eye contact.
• Build a good rapport with customers in a confident manner.
• Establish what the customer’s requirements are.
• Book optical appointments for clients.
• The ability to advise customers of the unique selling points of products on offer.
• Maintain product displays to ensure customer appeal.
• Re-stock product displays when required.
• Attend training days and complete necessary course work.
Once you have completed your induction period, you will also be required to go on business trips, which may require spending up to 5 days away from home. Candidates should be prepared to do such trips and also hold a full UK driving licence.
The candidate
• Good level of secondary education is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail skills are required for this role.
• All candidates should have a positive outlook, be enthusiastic and motivated, looking to take their career to the next level.
• Willingness to learn and achieve your own personal development plan.
• Experience of giving outstanding customer service would be beneficial.
• The ability to communicate to a wide range of people.
*** CANDIDATES MUST HOLD A UK DRIVING LICENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE***
This is a full time permanent opportunity, where you will be expected to work five days out of seven, which will include weekends. All candidates should be available to work Monday – Sundays and between the hours of 8.30 am to 6.30 pm. You will be required to work 37.5 hours per week between these times, which will be on a rota shift pattern.
To be considered for this role, please send your CV to Linda.Hunter@go-escape.com as soon as possible.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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N/A |
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ASAP |
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Part Qualified Management Accountant |
| Salary/rate |
£22000 - £28000/annum |
| Location |
West Lothian, Lothian |
| Job Number |
101258368 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (17:28) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Part Qualified Management Accountant
West Lothian
£22-28,000 (depending on experience)
Permanent
My client is an entrepreneurial business that continues to experience revenue growth. Operating across a range of market sectors they are perhaps best recognised in the retail and hospitality markets. They are currently looking to recruit a part-qualified accountant as an additional resource for the Finance team.
Reporting to the Finance Manager and managing an Accounts Assistant, this is an important role and will be responsible for reporting on a specific area of the business. The main duties will include:
- Production of detailed management accounts on a monthly basis
- Preparing revenue and cash flow forecasts
- Analysis of actual performance against budget
- Preparing Profit and loss Reports and Balance Sheets
- Preparation of accruals and prepayments
- Reconciling control accounts and Bank reconciliations
- Reconciling daily cash and banking transactions
- Accounting for Inter-company transactions and transfers
- Suggesting changes to systems and processes as appropriate
- Other ad-hoc duties as advised by the Finance Manager
This is a company that is continuing to grow and to be considered for the position you must be ambitious to support the growth of the role in line with company requirements. You will be hands on with a positive attitude, adaptable and be prepared to show the flexibility required within a growing company.
It is expected that you will be part-qualified or potentially qualified by experience. You will be highly competent in management accounting and capable of quickly understanding the complex reporting structure of the business. Experience in a similar role is essential and exposure to a hospitality and/or retail environment is desirable. In addition you will be:
- Ambitious, forward thinking and be goal orientated
- A strong communicator with the ability to interact at all levels
- A good problem solver with attention to detail
- Experience of working with foreign currencies would be beneficial
- Competent in the use of Excel
- Experience of SAGE would be useful but is not essential
- Previous experience of managing a member of staff would be advantageous
This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive business and there is scope for the right candidate to develop the role as the business continues to grow. The track record of the business suggests that it will continue to grow and they encourage the development of their employees. The role will pay a starting of salary in the region of £22-28,000 depending on experience.
To be considered please send your CV, clearly stating your current and desired package along with your notice period.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Permanent |
| Contract Length |
N/A |
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ASAP |
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Marketing Analyst/Co-ordinator |
| Salary/rate |
£24000 - £26000/annum excellent benefits package |
| Location |
South Lanarkshire, Scotland |
| Job Number |
107502078 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (16:14) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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An excellent new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Marketing professional to add to an existing department within this global organisation
Role profile
Market research, collate and analyse data and produce reports to identify trend analysis
Compile and analyse competitor date and produce accurate reports
Devising a marketing strategy in line with the competitor reports
Internal liaison with product and sales managers and consulting external data sources to obtain up to date market information
Support internal growth plans as required
Website management, search engine optimisation, trade show management, development of marketing collateral, design agency management
Spreadsheet management
Attending national and international trade shows
Candidate profile
Degree in Marketing or equivalent
Essential to have experience within the Engineering, Industrial, Power or Oil & Gas Industries
Experience in Business to business marketing, both nationally and internationally
Excellent analytical skills and business knowledge
Proficient in MS PowerPoint and Excel
PR experience with trade publications would be advantageous
Ability to develop the role through initiative, drive and relationship building
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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N/A |
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Crane Operator |
| Location |
Fife, Fife |
| Job Number |
107507149 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (10:12) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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My client is looking for an experienced Overhead Crane Operator for an on-going contract at their busy premises in Fife, ideally you will have relevant experience within a heavy engineering/fabrication environment and hold up to date certification that is in your own name.
In-house comapny certs are NOT accepted so please do not apply if you do not have the relevant experience or certification
If you are interested and available for an immediate start then please send an updated CV along with the certificates to myself. Only applicants with relevant experience and certs will be considered.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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N/A |
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asap |
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Instrumentation Engineer |
| Location |
Glasgow, Central Scotland |
| Job Number |
107511423 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (09:40) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Global market-leader and major force in Scottish engineering has an immediate requirement for an Instrumentation Engineer to be based on site on their Glasgow Head Quarters. This engineering and manufacturing business is at the forefront of the technology in its field and the Glasgow operation comprises design, manufacturing and sales. Their technical expertise and reputation for excellence, has ensured they operate internationally with diverse portfolio of prestigious clients. The organisation supplies to a vast range of bespoke products to range of industries including; nuclear, oil & gas, industrial, water and utilities.
Reporting to the Manager of the Controls & Instrumentation team, you will be responsible for responding to client specifications and liaising with design teams to produce instrument packages (P&IDs, cause and effect diagrams, instrument data sheets & cable schedule). You will act as a main point of contact with vendors (e.g. panel builders) and customers alike, therefore it is essential that you understand the importance of relevant time, cost, quality and planning factors involved in engineering projects. In addition you’ll spend around 15% of your time working closely with the shop floor to ensure all requirements are being met.
The successful candidate will therefore likely have previous experience of working as part of an instrumentation office; assessing tenders, reviewing specifications, supplying instrumentation costs, producing P&ID’s & instrument schedules and review of sub-supplier quotations. It’s therefore expected that you can produce technical specifications for gauge boards, monitoring panels, control panels and subsequent review of sub-suppliers quotations, software, documentation & test procedures. You will also likely have awareness of the application of regulatory standards and design codes for instrumentation and experience of inspecting & testing of sub-suppliers equipment (including monitoring & control panels, lube oil consoles, filtration systems and flushing systems).
In return you are being offered a rare opportunity to join a global, market leading organisation that is growing aggressively. The ideal candidate will have the capacity to add real value quickly and, if successful, it is likely the organisation will put a succession plan in place, where genuine opportunities for progression exist. You will also be offered an excellent basic salary and pension scheme, along with an inclusion in an holiday scheme.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Senior Engineers - Commissioning Services (Field Based) |
| Location |
Scotland, Scotland |
| Job Number |
107510367 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (09:24) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Senior Engineers – Commissioning Services
Field Based
£Excellent + Benefits
Introduction:
My client designs, supplies and constructs advanced steam generation technology for the power industry. Through their innovation they support and enhance the service life of energy assets across the world. With global headquarters in the UK, they employ around 5000 personnel providing excellent opportunities for both personal and career development.
The Commissioning Services department specialises in commissioning, operation, reliability, process optimisation, plant performance within the asset management portfolio. Our skills and experience cover utility, industrial and marine boilers along with a full range of associated equipment and systems. This applies not only to newly build plant, however also to those which have undergone major modifications, overhauls or extended shutdowns.
The Role:
There are 2 opportunities for Senior Engineers to join the team and the roles are field based supporting UK and Overseas operations. Assignment durations will vary, therefore flexibility in travel and long periods away must be expected.
Key contribution areas include:
To manage a small team of engineers and take technical lead within the project.
To manage the Commissioning Services resource in line with programme and budget.
Co-ordination of sub-contractor interface to ensure activities are performed in a safe and efficient manner.
Participation in project progress meetings, ensuring the Section Manager is updated accordingly.
The Candidate:
You will have significant experience in power plant commissioning, testing, engineering, design and combustion coupled with a relevant engineering qualification, or equivalent.
To Apply:
For an information discussion or to find out more, please telephone Lisa Johnston on 01506 517204/07831 304370 or email your CV in confidence to lisa.johnston@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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| Job Title |
Business Development Manager |
| Location |
Central Belt, Central Scotland |
| Job Number |
118333999 |
| Posted |
16/03/2010 (09:23) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (BASED ANYWHERE IN UK)
£Excellent + Bonus + Car
My client is a fast-growing and innovative based Systems Integrator of Process Control & Automation systems. Having developed a highly successful Configuration Change Management Solution to a customer base including BP, Scottish Power and Scottish & Southern – an exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Manager to focus on developing new business.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the role will involve travel (mainly within the UK) therefore the successful candidate can be based anywhere within the UK.
Key contribution areas include:
You will develop new business relationships, generate and negotiate new income to an agreed annual target, to increase year on year.
You will be expected to spend 80% of your time out of the office in meetings. Travel is a major factor and is predicted to be predominantly UK with some overnight stays. Overseas travel will be expected from time to time.
You will have individual responsibility for new business, and are expected to self manage, however, you will be part of a growing team. Support is available by the product manager, managing and technical directors for complex large pitches and strategies.
Managing and maintaining a pipeline and ensuring all sales administration is current using CRM software.
Create and be accountable for all client proposals, contracts and any further documentation.
Responding to tenders and requests for information in a timely manner.
You will effectively interact with other departments including the account management and technical team when handing over campaigns ensuring you fully and correctly brief in all aspects of the sale.
Keeping abreast of issues affecting search engine marketing companies and the search engine industry and collecting competitor intelligence.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience required:
Proven success in your sales ability and demonstrable full knowledge of the sales process
Confident negotiator and ability to ‘close the deal’
Strong client management skills and ability to keep promises
Capable of hands on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions
A positive and determined approach to researching and analysing new business opportunities
Ability to use own initiative and pay close attention to detail
Ability to cope with competing demands and to prioritise tasks
Strong communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation
Excellent organisational and time management skills
A positive attitude to dealing with people
Capable of working independently, and having responsibility as an individual
UK driving license
A sound understanding of the one or more of the following industry sectors within the UK; Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Power/Utilities and Pharmaceutical would be a distinct advantage
To Apply:
For an information discussion or to find out more, please telephone Lisa Johnston on 01506 517204/07831 304370 or email your CV in confidence to lisa.johnston@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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N/A |
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Finance Manager |
| Location |
South Wales, Wales |
| Job Number |
101258266 |
| Posted |
15/03/2010 (18:06) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
| Description
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Finance Manager - Permanent Role
Based: South Wales
Exceptional salary & benefits on offer
My client, as well known and well respected manufacturing organisation with sites throughout the UK are looking to recruit and experienced Finance manager to join their site based in South Wales.
The role involves:
- Provide support to the Finance Director.
- Full P&L responsibility - weekly, monthly, forecast and budgets.
- Forecasting and variance analysis.
- Preparing month end accounts.
- Balance sheet reconciliations.
- You will have line management responsibility.
To be successful in this role you will have the following skills / experience:
- Fully qualified CIMA or equivalent.
- Strong business and commercial awareness.
- Manufacturing or Engineering experience would be an advantage.
- Excellent communications skills.
- The ability to influence at all levels.
- Previous management experience.
This is an excellent role in which you will join a world leading organisation, if you are interested in learning more about this role please send your CV along with your current salary and salary expectations to louse.robertson@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Senior Campaign Executive |
| Location |
West Lothian, Lothian |
| Job Number |
109148939 |
| Posted |
15/03/2010 (17:49) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
| Description
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Senior Campaign Executive - Permanent Role
Based: West Lothian
Excellent Salary & Benefits on offer
Our client is a global media organisation with a reputation for being an excellent employer. Due to continued growth and success they are now looking for a talented and experienced Senior Campaign Executive to join their Sales Division based in West Lothian.
The role involves working with the Operation teams and Marketing to ensure all campaigns to maximize sales are implemented effectively.
The main responsibilities include:
• Effectively manage all projects / campaigns assigned to you.
• Work closely with the Operations teams to ensure staff and managers are fully equipped to effectively handle all customer contacts.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Marketing.
• Recommend and implement sales process improvements.
To be successful in this role you will have the following skills / experience:
• Strong operational background, ideally gained within a call centre / Contact Centre or sales environment.
• Experience of planning, organising and managing projects within a call centre / contact centre or sales environment.
• High level of strategic experience.
• Exceptional Communications skills – dealing with people at all levels.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of the performance of your campaigns which include maximization of customer insight and competitor intelligence.
Along with excellent salary and benefits you would except from a world leading organisation, my client is offering you the chance to join a Company with integrity and innovation with the passion to succeed.
If you are interested in learning more about this role please send your CV and salary expectations to louise.robertson@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Business Support / Office Manager |
| Salary/rate |
£18000 - £20000/annum |
| Location |
Livingston, Lothian |
| Job Number |
126181997 |
| Posted |
15/03/2010 (16:42) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Business Support / Office Manager
9 – 12 Month Maternity Cover
Up to £20,000
Based - West Lothian
My client is a successful manufacturing company with an office in West Lothian, they have an exciting opportunity for a Business Support / Office Manager to join their team to cover maternity leave for approximately 9 – 12 months.
This role will be responsible for providing administration support to the Technical team and the Sales & Marketing team.
My client is looking for someone who has previous experience supporting Design Engineers or IT Developers.
You will have exceptional administration / PA experience, some of the key responsibilities include:
• Creating weekly & monthly sales activity reports.
• Update the CRM system.
• Organise meetings – (issue agenda’s, take minutes etc.)
• Create presentation material using PowerPoint.
• Manage reception area - greet all visitors, vendors and customers to the office.
• Direct all incoming calls.
• Administration and clerical support to the Technical Team and European Sales & Marketing Team.
• Stationary ordering.
• Responsible for petty cash / Expenses.
To be successful in this role you will have the following skills/ Experience:
• Ideally, you will have previous experience supporting Engineers, technical teams or Sales & Marketing teams.
• Previous experience as either a PA or office manager would be an advantage.
• You will have exceptional administration skills with a good understanding of Microsoft office, in particular, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional communications skills
• Excellent organisational skills.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation. If you are interested in the role please send your CV, salary expectations and notice period to louise.robertson@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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9 - 12 Months |
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Quality Assurance Assistant (Maternity Cover) |
| Salary/rate |
£14000 - £20000/annum |
| Location |
West Lothian, Lothian |
| Job Number |
117157674 |
| Posted |
15/03/2010 (15:13) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Our client are a leading manufacturing company, they are looking to recruit a Quality Assurance (QA) Assistant for their site based in Livingston. The role is to cover maternity leave.
The role has been designed to provide support to the QA Department.
The role will involve:
Executing and maintaining QA systems;
Issuing batch documentation for each GMP product produced;
Distributing and updating SOP files;
Assisting with audits and following up actions;
Investigating and reviewing deviation reports
Supporting the implementation of the vendor approval system.
The candidate will have experience within:
QA and document control;
GMP environment.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are essential.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Contract |
| Contract Length |
6-9 months |
| Start Date |
Maternity Cover |
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Senior Proposals Manager |
| Location |
Crawley, West Sussex |
| Job Number |
107511740 |
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15/03/2010 (14:34) |
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Escape |
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Senior Proposals Manager – Based Crawley (West Sussex)
£Excellent + Car/Car Allowance + Benefits
Introduction:
My client designs, supplies and constructs advanced steam generation technology for the power industry. Through their innovation they support and enhance the service life of energy assets across the world. With global headquarters in the UK, they employ around 5000 personnel providing excellent opportunities for both personal and career development.
The Role:
Based at the global headquarters in Crawley, West Sussex and focusing on the New Build power plant projects - You will lead, organise and co-ordinate the production of proposal deliverables from the UK and take a lead role with negotiations to obtain profitable orders with acceptable risks to the business.
Working closely with the VP and Sales Director, key contribution areas include:
Leading the project proposal team and in conjunction with Sales/Engineering identification and development of winning technical and commercial strategies
Reviewing consortium partners as required ensuring agreements are properly instituted
Management of the preparation and submission of pre-qualification documentation
Ensuring the project proposal team works effectively and in compliance to procedures. Minimising resource conflict resolution.
Leading Risk Management reviews
Chairing & documentation of meetings
Co-ordination and compilation of tender with the proposal team, including review of technical performance guarantees, project schedule, cost make-up, value proposition, T&Cs etc. to ensure a competitive tender
Production of management approval packs and compliance to approval procedures.
Participation in the development of short and long term market and Client development.
The Candidate:
Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering or related discipline
Proposal or Project management experience, preferably involving multi-country scenarios
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Effective negotiation and interpersonal skills
A proven track record in successful proposal management and development of winning proposal strategies including leading of negotiations with clients
A background within Energy, power/oil/gas contracting industry would be highly desirable
To Apply:
For an information discussion or to find out more, please telephone Lisa Johnston on 01506 517214/07831 304370 or email your CV in confidence to lisa.johnston@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Quality Associate, GLP (5 Month Contract Initially) |
| Location |
Edinburgh, Central Scotland |
| Job Number |
120183284 |
| Posted |
15/03/2010 (11:27) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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**THIS IS A FIXED TERM CONTRACT INITIALLY LASTING CIRCA 5 MONTHS**
The Company:
Our client is a leading scientific organisation that conducts research, development and manufacturing on behalf of pharmaceutical companies.
The Role:
Ongoing projects and continued success have resulted in the requirement to join their GLP Quality team.
The main duties and responsibilities of this role are to assure Management that work conducted has been carried out in compliance with company procedures, processes and data are compliant with company policies and relevant international regulations and guidelines.
The key responsibilities of this role are:
• Report/Data Audits
• Ensure audit findings are followed up to completion
• Assist with client audits
• Assist with investigations or complaints as required
• Maintain QA records
• Archive QA records
The Candidate:
The role holder will be competent in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel and will ideally have previous experience of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) / Good Clinical Practice (GCP), although training will be provided.
The role demands excellent communication skills and organisational ability to manage and multi-task your own workload while ensuring good attention to detail.
The successful candidate should either hold a qualification in Chemistry or a related subject or have previous related experience within a Pharmaceutical environment.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Contract |
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5mths initially |
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Financial Analyst |
| Salary/rate |
£25000 - £27000/annum |
| Location |
Edinburgh, Central Scotland |
| Job Number |
101258127 |
| Posted |
12/03/2010 (17:00) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Financial Analyst
Based: Edinburgh
Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum + Benefits package
My client
My client is a global leading manufacturing organisation that now has an excellent opportunity to join their Finance function in Edinburgh.
The role
Reporting to the Senior Financial Analyst, your main responsibility is to provide timely and accurate analyses to the Finance management and the business overall. This analysis will be in relation to stock, standard costings, price variances arising on raw material purchases and production variances.
In addition, you will take an active role in the creation of the monthly management accounting information, including the three-month forecast and play a large part in the creation and consolidation of the annual budget.
Responsibilities will include:
• Run all aspects of stock review and control including
• Run all aspects of expenditure review
• Analysis of monthly production schedules
• Financial month end process
• Preparation of monthly financial management pack
• Maintenance of standing costing data in ERP system
• Compilation of annual budget
The candidate
• You will be educated to Degree level and part qualified, with the motivation to become fully qualified.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.
• You should be results focused with an inquisitive mind while being determined to learn
• The ability to work to tight deadlines is essential
• You will be able to improve processes and procedures and working cross functionally and across levels within the organisation.
If you are interested in this role please send your CV and salary expectations to louise.robertson@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Naval Architect / Structural Engineer (Contract) |
| Location |
Dunfermline, Fife |
| Job Number |
107511515 |
| Posted |
12/03/2010 (16:56) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
| Description
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Global market leading organization has an immediate requirement for a Naval Architect/Marine Structural Engineer to be based on site in Dunfermline. The successful candidate will be experienced in the design and analysis of marine structures. Whilst initially the role will require design and analysis of local structures, this may evolve to include a wide range of tasks including, depending on their expertise;
• Design and analysis of ship structures including:
• Scantling calculations to Classification Society Rules
• Longitudinal strength analysis
• Global finite element analysis
• Shear flow analysis
• Hull girder stress and deflection analysis
• Shock analysis
• Design and analysis of lifting, turning and transport arrangements, and preparation of lifting, turning and transport procedures, for units and blocks of ship structure.
• Stability and Seakeeping analysis / assessment.
• Degree Qualified in Naval Architecture or similar
• Ideally Chartered Engineer registered with Engineering Council and Relevant Institute is desirable.
In return the organization is offering the chance to work on a host of exciting global projects and market leading rates.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Commercial Analyst |
| Location |
Scottish Borders, Borders |
| Job Number |
101248430 |
| Posted |
12/03/2010 (13:06) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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Commercial Analyst
Manufacturing
Up to £35,000 + Relocation + Benefits package
Borders (accessible from Southern Edinburgh and Lanarkshire )
My client
A successful manufacturing company based in the Scottish Borders has an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Analyst to join an expanding team. The company is continuing to perform well despite the economic conditions and this role will help to support further success. The location of the role makes it very accessible to people within certain parts of the central belt (Southern Edinburgh and parts of Lanarkshire). A relocation package would also be considered for an outstanding candidate.
The role
Reporting to the Senior Finance Analyst, you will be able to demonstrate a commercial approach, strong analytical skills and exposure to a customer related decision support role. Previous experience within a manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous. You will be either a Part Qualified Accountant, or Qualified Accountant, with substantial experience of working in Cost/Financial Analyst role.
Responsibilities will include:
• Support the Senior Financial Analyst in the preparation, consolidation, review and submission of the monthly forecast and annual plan.
• Work with Cost Centre managers to complete Cost Centre forecasts.
• Manage the process of uploading the monthly forecast data to the forecasting system and drive improvements in the process.
• Support the Senior Financial Analyst in the preparation and submission of Monthly Financial Reports.
• Submission of weekly update to the forecasting system.
• Support the Customer Focus Team in maintaining and improving customer margins, in line with manufacturing agreements.
• Prepare monthly customer level sales and profit forecasts in and analyse variances.
• Prepare customer P&L’s from Site Level information and assist with the month end process.
• Identify Customer level P&L variances to forecast, analyse drivers of variances.
• Support the Customer Focus Team in capturing all extraordinary costs and driving timely recovery of commercial claims for adverse variances, examples include tooling costs, premium freight costs, rework costs.
• Prepare and present financial information at the customer review meeting, including P&L, forecast and cash cycle days.
• Ensure the manufacturing system, contains accurate records of standard costs, selling prices and parts/labour splits of selling prices and reflects latest customer quotes or engineering changes.
• Ad-hoc projects as required.
In addition you will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be capable of working on your own initiative. You will be customer focussed and highly commercial. This is an excellent career opportunity and the role will pay a salary of up to £35,000 depending on experience. The company may also offer a relocation package for exceptional candidates who would consider moving.
To be considered for the position please forward your CV, along with your current and required salary/package and your notice period/availability to linda.hunter@go-escape.com
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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European Internal Auditor |
| Location |
West Lothian, Lothian |
| Job Number |
101250097 |
| Posted |
12/03/2010 (13:01) |
| Agency/Employer |
Escape |
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European Internal Auditor
Based: West Lothian
Salary: £Depending on Experience plus Benefits & Bonus
A successful US multinational manufacturing business are looking to add an additional resource to their European Internal Audit function. Although the role is based in Scotland it will also require you to travel to a variety of European manufacturing sites. The role will require you to travel for c. 30% of the time.
If you are looking to combine your Accountancy/Internal Audit experience with a role that will allow you to travel to and visit locations across Europe then this role is for you. The role also offers the opportunity to progress into finance or operational roles with the business locally or internationally in the future.
Reporting to the European Internal Audit Manager your responsibilities will include:
• Working within the existing team to identify and mitigate risk through the testing and development of internal controls
• Management of the ongoing audit programme including managing budgets and coordinating resources
• Develop, perform and oversee the day to day activities outlined in the audit plan
• Coordinating field reviews and preparing and reviewing audit reports including recommendations for process improvements
• Responsibility for maintaining and developing all necessary audit files and procedures
• Work with Operational and Finance staff at site level to maintain and develop a focus on minimising business risks
• Ensure compliance with Sarabanes Oxley requirements
• Supervising and training junior members of the Audit team
• Protect the interests of the company and minimise corporate risk
• Liaison with Senior Operational and Finance staff at the various European sites, External Auditors and other regulatory bodies
To be considered you will have experience of audit, internal audit and or risk in a blue chip environment. You may have worked/be about to finish a contract with the Big 4 or be working in Internal Audit. You will be qualified or about to qualify (CA or ACCA preferred) and have previous experience/exposure to Sarbanes Oxley. In addition you must be free to commit to the travel commitments that go with the job.
In return the company offer an exceptional benefits package as you would expect from a blue chip company, the opportunity to travel and genuine career prospects.
Escape Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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