Element Materials Technology

Role Description Warringtonfire, part of Element, has an opportunity for a Product Assessor in the steel protection area to join our growing Technical team. This role can be based at our Warrington site or anywhere in the United Kingdom. This is a great opportunity to work with one of the fastest growing organisations within the Testing, Inspection & Certification sector. Warringtonfire exists to help make certain that the materials, products and processes that we test, inspect and certify for our customers are always safe, quality, compliant and fit for purpose. - Plan Fire Resistance test programmes in liaison with clients and the relevant testing departments - Review audit and sampling reports, fire and non-fire test reports, product technical documentation, etc. for technical compliance in line with the relevant standard/scheme/project requirements - Prepare technical engineering reports and make technical judgments in relation to fire protection product sectors within your competency - Respond to and resolve technical and certification enquiries - Continuously develop knowledge in National, European and International Standards and Specifications relating to fire safety, and in specialist product areas - Assisting in the development of the department – positively contribute ideas and provide sounding-board for new initiatives - Autonomy for own work schedule, prioritise activity to meet customer or business deadlines - Maintain professional work standards - Work with manager, colleagues and team to increase knowledge of role and standards and the service provided by all; put effort into improving technical and decision-making skills for self and the team Qualifications - Ideally educated to engineering degree level or relevant industry experience - Understanding of structural elements behavior under load would be advantageous - Able to read and understand technical drawings - Exposure within any fire industry, building materials, materials science, product installation, engineering, construction, product certification, fire-related product development or a similar technical industry would be advantageous - Keen interest in all aspects of fire safety - Respond positively to change - Able to prioritise and reach decisions quickly and effectively - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Excellent numeracy skills and strong attention to detail Benefits - 33 days annual holiday, consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days public - x4 Life Assurance - Legal & General Pension scheme with total contributions up to 12% - Flexible Working - Cycle Scheme - Free Onsite Refreshments - Recommend a Friend Bonus - Perks At Work Discount Scheme - Paid Volunteering days Company Description Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Role Description Element has an opportunity for a Sales Director. The primary function of the Sales Director is leading and coaching assigned staff to drive profitable growth both within current customer base and new prospects, to increase customer satisfaction, drive productivity and achieve and exceed Element’s booking objectives. The successful candidate will manage a sales team (which can consist of Business Development Directors, Business Development Managers and Business Development Associates), Inside Sales Manager(s) and Quotation Management Team. In this role you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coaching of a sales team and quotation management team, to maximize bookings on all customer segments. You will display and cascade an Enterprise mentality and create a positive environment. You will also be responsible for the prioritization and assignment of their resources to the best opportunities and potential customers, setting clear goals and priorities for their direct reports. Qualifications - A significant career of Sales experience, of which 5-10 years must have been in a sales management position - Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience - Responsible for a minimum, 8 digit order intake budget - Remote management of a national (or very large multi-state region) sales team - Ability to read and interpret documents such as customer quotes / contracts, marketing materials, and customer testing specifications - Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions and proportions and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry - Ability to solve practical customer problems and interpret a variety of instructions, data and details furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form - Must have valid Driver’s License, with an acceptable driving record under Element’s policy - Experience in interpreting testing procedures and requirements - Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel) - Availability, flexibility, and maturity to represent the company at a broad range of events / projects in the community, with customers and within the company - Ability to remain calm when faced with mounting pressure related to deadlines and multiple priorities - Well-developed oral and written communication skills to meet a variety of communication needs - Good interpersonal skills that foster open upward and downward communication built on mutual respect - Ability to interface with clients, win new work and determine their requirements; helps develop proposals including cost estimates, work plan and terms and conditions - Ability to travel up to 75% of the time; some overnight travel may be required Requirements - Ensure sales resources are aligned with Element’s Sales ‘go to market’ strategy - Create and review strategic plan and annual plan to ensure adherence to initiatives and objectives - Ensure sales team uses desired behaviours and actions to execute the sales strategy - Drive proactive positive enterprise sales approach through the commercial organization - Achieve rollup sales goals through effective coaching and managing of direct reports - Coach sales resources to determine best course of action to advance sales opportunities - Engage other Element resources to help team members to advance opportunities - Partners with Operations when needed in order to have seamless execution - Assess direct reports and provide them with tools necessary to improve the required skills and competencies - Ensure the sales resources are prioritizing highest opportunity accounts - Drive quotation management team to adhere to customer requirement - Drive new customer acquisition and penetration - Represent regional sales in periodic business reviews, business reporting and leadership forums - Ensure compliance with all Element policies including but not limited to Terms and Conditions, trade compliance, treatment of others, moral code of conduct, and employee handbook - Ensure adherence to all applicable laws pertaining to safety, environment and corporate governance Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

Overview To provide functional expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) with a specific focus on Project Accounting as well as core finance modules, supporting the global rollout and continuous improvement of Project management and accounting processes. The role ensures consistent implementation of global standards, integration with D365 Customer Engagement (CE), and ensuring accurate project setup, revenue recognition, cost control, and compliance with Global finance regulations.This role supports the delivery and ongoing optimisation of D365 FO project accounting functionality across Global operations. It partners with business stakeholders, finance teams, and IT to align project finance processes with Element’s business model. Responsibilities - Act as the functional expert for Project management & accounting as well as Core Finance modules within D365 F&O, supporting design, configuration, and optimisation - Work with Finance and Project Managers to define and optimise processes for project setup, budgeting, time/expense, and forecasting. - Configure GL, AP, AR, FA, and related modules, ensuring consistency with global processes. - Collaborate with Global Process Leads and regional finance teams to align policy, process, and system usage. - Support testing, deployment, and BAU support for PMA functionality across multiple entities. - Partner with the integration and reporting teams to ensure seamless data flow with D365 CE and other enterprise systems. - Assist with month-end, year-end, and audit activities. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process automation, and efficiency gains within finance operations. - Participate in global governance forums and contribute to finance process documentation and training. Skills / Qualifications Knowledge and Skills Needed to Fulfil the Role: - Strong functional knowledge of D365 F&O Finance modules Project Management & accounting and supporting areas (GL, AP, AR, FA, Cash & Bank, Period Close). - Understanding of global accounting and statutory reporting requirements. - Ability to translate finance business requirements into D365 configuration and documentation. - Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. - Analytical and problem-solving ability with a focus on continuous improvement. - Awareness of PowerPlatform, Electronic Reporting (ER), and Docentric tools for process automation, document output and reporting. Experience Needed to Fulfil the Role: Essential - 5–10 years’ experience as a D365 F&O/AX Functional Consultant, focusing on Project management and accounting but also across multiple finance modules. - Proven experience supporting global or multi-entity finance transformation programmes. - Experience with system configuration, implementation, and post-go-live support. - Familiarity with D365 CE integrations and cross-functional processes (e.g. L2C, P2P). - Experience with Power Platform, Electronic reporting and XML invoicing Preferred - Microsoft Dynamics Certification e.g. MB-310 - Finance or Project Management Accounting or Associate Finance functional consultant - Experience with Docentric AX #LI-DJ1 Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization. Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) “If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com”

Overview Warringtonfire (part of Element), is seeking a Key Account Manager to manage and grow strategic accounts within the Firestopping sector. This role is ideal for someone who understands firestopping systems, construction products, and compliance-led sales, and enjoys building long-term customer relationships while identifying growth opportunities across testing, certification, and technical services. This role can be based at our Warrington facility or remotely working from home anywhere in the United Kingdom... Responsibilities What You’ll Do - Manage and grow a portfolio of key firestopping accounts, acting as the trusted commercial contact - Identify opportunities to expand services across testing, certification, and compliance - Re-engage dormant customers and strengthen existing relationships - Work closely with technical teams to translate firestopping requirements into clear commercial solutions - Lead account reviews, manage quotations, and close incremental opportunities - Maintain accurate pipeline and activity records through CRM Skills / Qualifications What We’re Looking For - Proven key account management or technical sales experience - Strong knowledge of firestopping systems, passive fire protection, or construction products (highly desirable) - Comfortable discussing test standards, certification, and compliance with technical and commercial stakeholders - Confident relationship builder with a commercial mindset - Organised, professional, and credible at all levels of a customer organisation The Details - Field-based role with regular travel - Competitive salary, bonus 20% of salary OTE, car allowance of £450 pm, private healthcare, generous company pension scheme contributions up to 12% (6% personal + 6% company) - Opportunity to work with a market-leading fire testing and certification brand For more information on Element's BUILT division, please take a look at our e-brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/7032c5bd-3645-4c48-86d4-b568d53de400 #LI-DG1 To apply please email derek.grist@element.com Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization. Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

Overview Warringtonfire (part of Element), is seeking a Key Account Manager to manage and grow strategic accounts within the Firestopping sector. This role is ideal for someone who understands firestopping systems, construction products, and compliance-led sales, and enjoys building long-term customer relationships while identifying growth opportunities across testing, certification, and technical services. This role can be based at our Warrington facility or remotely working from home anywhere in the United Kingdom... Responsibilities What You’ll Do - Manage and grow a portfolio of key firestopping accounts, acting as the trusted commercial contact - Identify opportunities to expand services across testing, certification, and compliance - Re-engage dormant customers and strengthen existing relationships - Work closely with technical teams to translate firestopping requirements into clear commercial solutions - Lead account reviews, manage quotations, and close incremental opportunities - Maintain accurate pipeline and activity records through CRM Skills / Qualifications What We’re Looking For - Proven key account management or technical sales experience - Strong knowledge of firestopping systems, passive fire protection, or construction products (highly desirable) - Comfortable discussing test standards, certification, and compliance with technical and commercial stakeholders - Confident relationship builder with a commercial mindset - Organised, professional, and credible at all levels of a customer organisation The Details - Field-based role with regular travel - Competitive salary, bonus 20% of salary OTE, car allowance of £450 pm, private healthcare, generous company pension scheme contributions up to 12% (6% personal + 6% company) - Opportunity to work with a market-leading fire testing and certification brand For more information on Element's BUILT division, please take a look at our e-brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/7032c5bd-3645-4c48-86d4-b568d53de400 #LI-DG1 To apply please email derek.grist@element.com Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.