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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Licensing Technical Assistant to join our busy Licensing Team in Regulatory Services on a 2-year fixed term contract. Keeping people safe is at the heart of everything we do, and you will be given the unique opportunity to work across our socially and economically diverse Borough, helping us to develop and deliver a first-class service across the full range of licensing regimes, including taxis, Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, animal licensing and street trading. We're a busy team where no two days are the same. With a variety of tasks and working with customers from a range of different backgrounds, you will never be bored!You will provide advice and guidance, serving customers, supporting with visits, processing applications and gathering information whilst following a regulatory framework. Join us on our digital journey, and you will support the ongoing implementation and development of a new ICT system as we look to enable greater levels of customer self-serve to achieve better outcomes for people and businesses. You will have: 4 GCSEs grades A-C (4-9) (including Maths and English) or equivalent qualifications or the ability to demonstrate an equivalent level of numeracy and literacy skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills, able to respond appropriately to customers with different needs. Understand the importance of legislation that underpins the work of a regulatory service. A good working knowledge of ICT. The ability to balance competing demands and prioritise tasks, working to deadlines in a busy environment. In return we offer you full training and support to fulfil the role requirements, as well as the opportunity to work with internal and external partners to maximise knowledge and develop regulatory skills. We can also offer you: A friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment. A range of flexible working optionsincluding a flex-time scheme and some hybrid working, as appropriate. Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year. A flexitime scheme with up to 24 days per year. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service. Family and carer friendly policies. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme. If this sounds like the role for you, then please apply by clicking the link below.Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences. If you have a specific question or require further information regarding this post, please contact Annie Bettison, Licensing Team Leader on or email . Interviews will take place on Tuesday, 15 July 2025. This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. Solihull Council is proud to be Equal Opportunities Employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Attached documents Job Description and Person Specification

We have an exciting opportunity for a Delivery Manager - Supplier Readiness and Transformation Fund to join the West Midlands Combined Authority. This is a key role within a high-profile regional programme supporting the transition to vehicle electrification across the West Midlands automotive sector. The postholder will lead the delivery of the West Midlands DRIVE 35 Pilot, the Supplier Readiness and Transformation Fund (SRTF), a £50 million capital grant programme designed to help automotive manufacturers and supply chain businesses adapt, innovate and grow as the industry moves towards electrification. Working across a complex partnership landscape, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of the programme, ensuring strong governance, effective stakeholder engagement, robust financial management and successful delivery of outcomes aligned to WMCA priorities. This role is being offered as a 3-year fixed-term contract. What you will be doing. Lead the mobilisation and delivery of the Supplier Readiness and Transformation Fund pilot, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and regional economic objectives Ensure programme aims and outcomes are clearly defined, with a focus on SME growth, supply chain development and innovation Work proactively with industry and sector groups to develop a pipeline of high-quality opportunities and maximise programme impact Develop insight-led proposals, reports, briefings and presentations for a range of audiences Shape and maintain effective governance arrangements, ensuring the Programme Board and Appraisal Panel operate transparently and efficiently Translate regional and national policy priorities into clear delivery plans which support the automotive sector Coordinate cross-functional activity to ensure efficient delivery and compliance with governance and funding requirements Manage the full grant lifecycle, including industry engagement, expressions of interest, application, appraisal, award administration, monitoring and evaluation Embed continuous improvement and lessons learned into programme delivery and future funding activity Monitor and report on key performance measures, including investment leveraged, jobs created and SME participation Maintain effective financial oversight, including budget management, forecasting, grant payments and value for money Build strong and collaborative relationships across public, private and voluntary sector partners Represent WMCA professionally at meetings, events, consultations and strategic boards Support a high-performance culture through leadership, mentoring and effective prioritisation What's Essential. Experience of managing programme delivery from inception through to evaluation Experience of writing high-quality, evidence-based delivery plans, board papers and performance or impact reports Line management experience Experience of budget management and financial planning Experience of portfolio management across multiple projects, including risk, issue and change control Knowledge of governance, legal and financial requirements in public programmes Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills The ability to manage and prioritise multiple workstreams effectively An understanding of regional economic development and industry engagement, with knowledge of the automotive sector or the ability to develop this quickly The ability to build trust and work collaboratively with industry partners and sector bodies Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail Advanced MS Office skills, including experience of writing and editing reports and presentations, formatting charts and graphs, and coordinating activity An understanding of claims processes and programme management, including financial and performance monitoring Location. The location for this role is Summer Lane with at least 2 days a week spent in the office. How to apply Applying for a role with WMCA is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started. Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV won't be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. It's your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI to help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (). Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK). Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days. EV car benefit scheme Healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writingandmortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer. Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costcomembership through the WMCA. Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts. EyeCare Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters, your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Our Values and Behaviours. Fostering an environment where people feel valued, included, supported, and proud to contribute to our region is important to us at the WMCA. Our behaviours are more than statements; they guide how we work, make decisions, and treat one another - they set the standards we hold ourselves to and the experience we want others to have. Collaborative - We work as one organisation, building trust, connection and shared purpose across teams, partners and customers to create the biggest impact for our region. Driven - Focussed on impact - leading with clarity, care and courage to deliver meaningful results for the West Midlands. Inclusive - Every voice matters - we create belonging, fairness and psychological safety so everyone can thrive. Innovative - We think future and act smarter - embracing curiosity, creativity and continuous improvement to shape the future. Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We're a Disability Confident Employer with 'Leader' status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We are also proud to be a Ban the Box employer, which means we do not ask about criminal convictions at the initial application stage, and will only ask after an offer is made as part of our onboarding checks, which helps us remove barriers for people with past convictions and supporting fair opportunities for all. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour . click apply for full job details

We are looking for a committed and capable administrator to join our school office team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where each day brings new challenges. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, proactive, and customer-focused, playing a vital role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. You will need to be highly organised, possess strong administrative skills, and be confident working under pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, along with a positive attitude, flexibility, and a creative approach to problem-solving. 31.25 hours a week, term time plus TED days and 5 days in the school holidays.

We Manage Jobs (WMJobs) is seeking a committed administrator to join our school office team in the United Kingdom. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, handling new challenges daily. You will be enthusiastic and proactive, providing essential support for the school's day-to-day operations. Strong administrative and interpersonal skills are required, along with flexibility and a creative problem-solving approach. This position involves working 31.25 hours a week during term time plus additional days during the school holidays.

A regional authority in the UK is looking for a Delivery Manager to oversee the Supplier Readiness and Transformation Fund, a significant capital grant program for the automotive sector's transition to electrification. You'll lead program delivery, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure effective governance and financial oversight. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in program and budget management, with excellent communication and analytical skills. This role is offered as a 3-year fixed-term contract with a focus on fostering an inclusive work environment.